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Using a medium-sized bowl, pour out pudding mix, then add the milk and vanilla. Whisk the ingredients together until they’re well blended and it mixture begins to thicken. You can substitute in almond extract in place of the vanilla extract for a sophisticated flavor variation. You can substitute other flavored pudding mixes in place of the vanilla for variety, like chocolate, butterscotch, cheesecake, etc. | Combine the pudding mix, milk, and vanilla. |
While your dog may show their teeth sometimes while they are playing, if their lips are curled back and you can see their gums, this is a clear indication that they feel aggressive. If you can, take a few steps back from the dog to give them space and observe what is making them upset. Many dogs get territorial when it comes to food, treats, or toys. It's possible you stepped to close to them for comfort. If your dog is wrinkling the area between their nose and eyes, this is another sign they are upset. It's a good indication that their behavior is bordering on aggressive rather than playful. Always err on the side of caution when your dog behaves aggressively. If you have other animals or children, make sure to keep them away from the aggravated dog. Look at your dog's hind section. If the hair is raised up rather than laying flat, this means they are on guard and ready to fight. Always check to see what your dog is responding to and do what you can to alleviate the situation, but definitely put your own safety first. Don't try to just brush your dog's hair back down. This won't do anything to alleviate the way they’re feeling and may just upset them more. This can often indicate that they are guarding something they don't want you (or another dog) to have. If their front legs are stiff and their head is slanted downward in a locked position, this means they are feeling very unhappy about something. If your dog has a hold of something that could be harmful to them, try to distract them with a treat or favorite toy to get them to abandon the item they’re guarding. This is often a great indicator of your dog's feelings. While dogs bark for many reasons, a bark or growl coupled with other indicators of aggressive behavior can help clue you in to what your dog is feeling. Check the direction in which your dog is barking to see if you can locate the cause. This may help you avoid similar situations in the future. If you have trouble getting your dog to stop barking, or if they’re having any other behavioral issues, you may want to take them to dog-training classes. | Watch your dog’s mouth for snarling and an excessive showing of teeth. Look for a wrinkled muzzle to tell if your dog is feeling aggressive. Check your dog’s fur to see if their hackles are raised. Look to see if your dog freezes with their head lowered. Listen to your dog to hear if they are barking or growling. |
Although it is possible to grow purple roses from seed, it is a slow way to get new rose plants. In addition, garden roses aren't always fertile, even if they grow hips. It's also possible to get very disappointing results when growing from seed, as the child may not match the parent (that means that the new plant may not grow purple flowers, even if the parent plant did). Although this isn't the surest or the fastest route to take, here's some advice if you want to try growing purple roses from seed: After the growing season, avoid deadheading your purple rose plant and allow the plant to develop rose hips. From the point when the hips emerge, wait about 4 months before harvesting them. At this stage, the seeds should be ripe for planting Use a knife to cut the hips in half, then pick out the seeds – tweezers are pretty useful for this fiddly task. Rinse the seeds in a cup of water to which a dash of bleach has been added, then soak the seeds overnight in a solution of 3% peroxide. Finally, use a brush to agitate the seeds and remove any remaining hip pulp which may cause them to rot later. Once the seeds are ready, scatter them over moist compost, cover with a clear plastic bag, and place in the refrigerator for about 10 weeks. Remember to sow far more seeds than you need in case the resultant plants are a disappointment, or fail to grow. | Understand that growing purple roses from seed can be tricky. Allow your existing rose bush to develop hips. Prepare the seeds for planting. Plant the purple rose seeds in moist compost. |
The goal may be to understand the challenges of an organization or to solve interdepartmental conflicts. Certain facts or challenges may be common in the particular industry. For example, software bugs may be a common problem in the technology industry, requiring extensive product testing and quality control teams. Explain relevant factors to readers. Case studies for academic programs typically require reference to theories and information presented in class. Refer to these theories and explain their relevance to solving the real-life issues in the case. For example, a theory may be that training employees in too large a group leads to less individualized attention and inadequate skills mastery. | Explain the aim of the case study in the opening paragraph. Provide an industry or company overview. Outline relevant theories and knowledge. |
To create a lasting rope swing, you'll need to use a ⅝” braided hollow core polypropylene rope. This is a strong and durable rope used for climbing. You can find this style of rope at an outdoors store if you didn't see it at the hardware store. The length of the rope depends on the height of the tree limb. For a twenty foot branch, you’ll need 80 feet (24.4 m) of rope. Make sure you buy braided rope! Cut out two five foot strands of rope and heat each end with a lighter until they begin to melt. Stop heating once they begin to melt. Thread one end through the top and make an overhand knot underneath the seat. Repeat this with the opposite end of the rope into the open hole on that side. Do this to both sides of your seat. The result will be two hoops secured onto the seat. Make sure you use a climbing carabiner and attach one to each side of the seat. This will attach the seat to the ropes that are secured to the tree. | Acquire a rope. Keep the rope from unraveling. Attach a carabiner. |
Consider using a bag, an envelope, a box, or something else. Be creative! For instance, put a swimming costume in a beach bag, or wrap it in a towel. Put stationery supplies inside a pencil-case. Put knitted baby booties inside a knitted drawstring bag. Put a jewelry set inside it's own box to keep it together and untangled. For instance, tie it all together with a colourful ribbon, add some stickers, spritz it with some glitter spray, stick on an artificial flower, or add some sequins. | Think beyond wrapping paper. Try to make the wrapping a gift in itself. Add little embellishments. |
Salut! is the most common way to say "hello" in Romanian. This word is also a common greeting in French, and is pronounced the same way. Bună ziua is a more formal way to say "hello." It literally means "good day." Notice that the word bună is similar to the Spanish bueno or the Italian bene. This phrase means "How are you?" in Romanian. It's a more formal version, which you would use when talking to people older than you or in a position of authority. In more informal situations, you would ask Ce mai faci? If the other person asks you first, you might reply mulțumesc, bine, which means "fine, thank you." [1] After exchanging general greetings, you might say numele meu e, which means "my name is," followed by your name. If you're speaking to someone older than you or in a position of authority, use Cum vă numiți? This is the formal way of asking someone's name. You can also use the phrase mă numesc, followed by your name, to introduce yourself. Native speakers will naturally be more friendly and patient with you if you're polite. Always use vă rog (please) and mulțumesc (thank you) when asking questions or engaging in conversation. Other polite words and phrases you might need include: Pardon! (sorry; excuse me – also used when getting someone's attention). Mersi (thank you – pronounced just like merci in French). Cu plăcere (you're welcome/my pleasure – response to "thank you"). Scuzați-mă! (excuse me). Especially if you're in Romania, native speakers may start speaking rapidly to you in Romanian after you manage to start a basic conversation. If you want to continue practicing, you might encourage them to speak to you in Romanian. However, you still need to be able to tell them when you don't understand what they're saying. Nu înțeleg means "I don't understand." Nu is the Romanian word for "no" (da means "yes"), so this phrase is constructed similarly to the Spanish no entiendo. If you're having a hard time understanding the person, you might say poți să repeți, te rog? which means "please say that again," or poți să vorbești mai rar? which means "please speak more slowly." You might also say nu vorbesc bine românește, which means "I don't speak Romanian well." If you don't think you're going to be able to communicate any further in Romanian, you can always say vorbiți engleza? which means "do you speak English?" La revedere is a somewhat formal but general way to tell anyone "goodbye" in Romanian. Note how similar this is to the Italian arrivederci (which more accurately means "see you later"). You can also say pa, which is more equivalent to "bye." If you're going to be seeing the person again soon, try pe curând, which means "see you soon." | Greet people by saying "salut" in most situations. Follow up by asking Ce mai faceţi? Use the phrase numele meu e to introduce yourself. Add polite words and phrases to mind your manners. Explain how well you understand Romanian. Say la revedere when you are ready to part ways. |
Ticks enjoy tall grass and low shrubs. Some ticks are very small— almost flea sized—while others are much larger. Ticks are generally black or brown and oval in shape. Like spiders and scorpions, they belong to the group of arthropods called arachnids, and they have eight legs. You will need a pair of fine-tipped tweezers and a jar filled with alcohol. You will also want to have some disinfectant around such as a chlorhexidine solution (Nolvasan) or povidine iodine solution (Betadine) to clean the wound after removing the tick from your pet. If you live in an area where ticks are common, you may also want to get a device designed to remove ticks. These clever instruments looks like a spoon with a notch cut into the side and works great to remove ticks off people and pets. Though a common belief, you cannot actually kill ticks by flushing them down the toilet. The only way you can properly kill them is to put them in alcohol or spray them with flea and tick spray. Removing ticks isn't fun for your dog either. Give him his favorite toy to chew on and a treat or two (along with your love and affection) before you get started. You should check your canine friend for ticks whenever he has been somewhere that is known to have ticks (hiking trails, yards with tall grass, etc.) You should feel for small bumps with your hands and look for dark, circular bumps with your eyes. Begin your search on the top of your dog's back and move down each side towards his chest and belly. Be sure to search in and around his: Legs Between his toes and pads of his feet Under his legs (armpits), belly, chest, and tail On top of, inside, and under the ears Face and on the crown of the head Chin The front of the neck If you have a hard time going through your pet's hair, you might want to enlist the help of a fine-toothed comb to search your dog for ticks. If that doesn't seem to work, you can set a blowdryer on cool and use that to part your dog's hair. Just be aware that some dogs are afraid of hairdryers. You should use these instruments in addition to your hands since feeling the bumps is still the best method. | Know how to identify a tick and its preferred environment. Gather the correct tools before you look for ticks. Make sure your pet is in calm and happy state. Search your dog for ticks. Use a comb if your dog’s hair is very thick or curly. |
All types of cloth diapers need to be prepped before using. Some are fine to wash and dry once before using, but others made from natural cotton need to be washed and dried about 5 times in a row to remove the natural oils. Otherwise, they will not absorb liquids as well. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions. Refer to the instructions included with the specific type of disposable diaper you're using. In virtually every case, though, if the diaper has more than one component, separate them before washing. This will help prevent stains from setting in, and will rinse out most of the urine. Don't add any detergent yet. You can do this rinse by hand if necessary. If possible, use a laundry soap that is marketed specifically as cloth diaper-friendly. Most eco-conscious brands will do, since they usually lack the fragrances and enzymes that can cause residue buildup on the cloth. Such residues can cause cloth diapers to leak. Check to see if your diaper manufacturer recommends any specific detergents. If necessary, add an oxygenated bleach, not chlorine bleach. Also, instead of adding a residue-creating fabric softener, you can (if desired) add white vinegar to the wash. It may be possible to put some cloth diaper types in the dryer, but it's always preferable to air dry them if you can. The diapers will last longer this way, and your dryer won't be using up electricity and/or gas. PUL (polyurethane laminate) covers always need to be air dried. Check the care instructions for your particular diaper brand. Wool covers must be hand washed in cold water and air dried. | Wash new diapers before their first use. Remove any diaper inserts, such as a soaking pad, before you wash them. Run the diapers through a cold rinse cycle first. Follow up with a hot wash and extra rinse cycle. Dry the diapers completely before using them again. |
This could be a person or an organization. Include any necessary titles. You can probably skip titles for close friends and family members, but you might consider including them for government officials, military personnel, doctors, professors or elderly people. This is especially relevant in rural areas where houses or estates are known by name instead of by address. For example, you could write Trinity College Dublin. You can include the street number if you only have the street address. If you know the name of the estate, though, the street name alone should be enough. For example, College Green. If you're sending a letter to Dublin, you'll need to follow the city name with a specific one- or two-digit postal code for that area of the city. You could write, Dublin 2. If you're sending a letter to a major city like Dublin, you probably don't need the county. If you're mailing to a rural area, though, you do. Note that in Ireland, the word "county" comes before the name, and is abbreviated "Co." So, for example, if you're sending a letter to County Cork, you'd write "Co. Cork" on the envelope. If you're mailing something to Ireland from outside of the country, write "Ireland" on the last line. | Write the name of the recipient on the first line. Write the name of the house on the second line (if applicable). Write the street on the third line. Write the name of the town or city on the fourth line. Write the name of the county on the fifth line (if applicable). Write the name of the country (if applicable). Finished. |
Find an empty two litre plastic bottle from your recyclables. You can also buy a two litre bottle of soda from your local supermarket or corner store and empty it out. Make sure that it is completely empty and dry of its contents before using. Cut a consistent diameter by carefully positioning masking tape a quarter of the way down around the bottle to create a horizontal line. Use sharp scissors to cut the bottle at the masking tape. You want the diameter to be consistent. Remove the top of the bottle and invert it to fit upside down over the bottom of the bottle like a funnel. Use paperclips to hold the two halves snugly together. If there is a heavy downpour, you will need to make sure your rain gauge does not come apart. Find an adequate location to collect rain. You don't want to place the gauge close to a high traffic area where it could get knocked over. Avoid placing it near buildings or trees where a change in wind direction could prevent any rain from falling into the gauge. Keep it upright by placing it in a bucket or container. You may also dig a hole for the gauge to stand about halfway in. Remove the gauge from its location at the prescribed time every day and take your measurement. Pour the collected rain into a measuring cylinder. Be careful not to spill any water. For example, your measuring cylinder may be measuring in cm so if you have collected rain for one week and the water you pour in from your rain gauge reaches the 10 cm mark on your measuring cylinder, you can ascertain that roughly 10 cm of rain has fallen during the week. Compare your daily measurements. Using a pen and paper, record your findings every day at the exact same time of day to give you an accurate comparison. Most soda bottles are uneven at the bottom. Before you measure any rain, use a ruler to measure how much liquid fills the uneven bottom. Subtract this small amount from your final findings. Compare the amount of rain you gather to the length of time it takes to reach this amount. For example, how many days will it take to rain 15 cm. You can also compare the rainfall from month to month, week to week, or day to day. You may even graph your results to see the changes as the season progresses into the next. You may also compare your findings with the wind speed, wind direction, or air pressure. Be sure to always replace your gauge at the same location. | Get a plastic bottle. Cut off the top. Invert the top of the bottle. Place your rain gauge. Measure your findings. Account for an uneven bottle. Analyze your results. |
Store-bought herbal teas, especially those blended to help soothe cold symptoms, often include licorice root. While other ingredients, such as echinacea and goldenseal also help disinfect and heal a sore or irritated throat, licorice root and slippery elm are some of the best herbs for this particular purpose. Aside from soothing your throat, tea with licorice root can help treat other symptoms of a cold or upper respiratory infection as well. Licorice acts as an expectorant, and can help your body expel the extra phlegm it produces when you have a cold. Licorice root may also help reduce inflammation in your bronchial tubes, helping you breathe more clearly. You can make your own tea using only licorice root for a more potent cold treatment, or to provide effects similar to that of taking a “whole” licorice root supplement for adrenal support. Use half an ounce of dried licorice root for every cup of water. Bring the mixture to a bowl and then simmer for 10 minutes. Allow the tea to rest in the pan for five minutes with the heat off. Slices of dried root and chopped root are available at herb stores and online. The best way to measure dried or chopped root is by weight. Include a cinnamon stick and few slices of ginger if you’re making tea to treat a sore throat or a cough. Children under 50 pounds (23 kg) should not be given licorice root tea. For children over 50 pounds (23 kg), provide ⅓ cup up to three times a day. As an adult, limit yourself to two cups per day. | Drink a tea with licorice root to soothe a sore throat. Reduce other cold symptoms with licorice root tea. Make your own licorice root tea. |
While it's possible to be friends with someone you used to date, you need time to recover from the break-up before that's possible. Friendships between exes are often less satisfactory, in the long run, than friendships between people who never dated. Mark a date on a calendar to solidify for yourself how long it really is. If you had a reasonably healthy relationship, you might be able to say to your ex: “I hope that we can interact as friends in the future. But for now, I need a certain amount of time to work on my own healing. That means I won't accept your calls or talk to you until this date at the soonest.” You need to develop a new sense of yourself that is not based in your old relationship. Rather than focusing on her, focus on your friends and your family relationships, your studies, your work, and your hobbies. Now is a good time to reach out to that friend you really like that you haven't seen for a while. Consider taking up a new hobby, so that you meet new people and build confidence in a new context. Staying connected on social media may hold you back from healing and moving on after the end of a romantic relationship. Your focus should be on personal growth, not pictures of her night out or status updates about her new partner – or how lonely she is. Unfriend your ex on Facebook. In addition, there are apps and plug-ins that can block your ex's updates from appearing in your feed and remove any posts that mention him. Unfollow your ex on Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram. Use a “block your ex” plug-in to remove references to your ex from your internet browser altogether. These can be helpful if you just can't resist searching her name from time to time. The drama of infatuation and romantic relationships can mimic addiction. Recognize that your fantasies are shaped by the best aspects of the relationship and are not an accurate depiction of what it was really like to be with him. Personal growth often results from a break-up. Writing a short, personal essay that focuses on the positive effects of the break-up helps to increase positive emotions like gratitude, hopefulness, relief, and satisfaction. If you find yourself unable to get over your ex, or overwhelmed with feelings of sadness, despair, or fear, you should talk to a therapist. A counselor will also be able to help you develop strategies for any interactions you need to have with your ex. Take time to find the right therapist for you. You might need to talk to a few different people or get recommendations from several different sources, including your school and your doctor's office. It's worth it to find someone you feel comfortable with. Increased substance abuse often occurs when someone is experiencing a break-up. But relying on alcohol or drugs will only cause new problems for you. While your friends might advise you to get over a relationship quickly by finding someone new, you’re better off taking time to understand what went wrong first. Talk to a counselor or trusted, mature friend about the relationship and how it ended. | Commit to making a clean break. Remember that not contacting your ex is about moving on, not re-starting the relationship. Avoid your ex on social media. Don’t fantasize about your ex. Write a journal entry about the positive aspects of the relationship – and of ending it. Talk to a counselor or therapist. Stay away from drugs and alcohol. Take your time to figure out what happened. |
Losing your job might be a new beginning. Decide whether you want to continue in your career path or make some changes. You might want to take your career in a different direction or go back to school. Now is your chance for a new beginning should you want it. Knowing what you want can help you apply for jobs or get training that you need for a different position. Make finding employment your full-time job. This can help you stay motivated and on task while between jobs. Break up your day as you would at your last job so that you have tasks to complete, deadlines to meet, and different activities to do. For example, spend time looking through job listings, making phone calls, and writing emails. Then, spend your afternoon revising your resume, doing some reading or completing training. Devote your time to finding your next job and get serious about it. Start by researching the jobs and companies you are interested in working for. Then create separate resumes for each type of job you would like. Use recruiting companies. There are many recruiters looking for people to fill jobs of all kinds all over the world, and they have access to job databases that the general public cannot access. Some companies even hire exclusively through recruiters. By sending your resume to recruiters and following up with them regularly, you can increase your chances of being considered for jobs you may not be aware of. Take classes that can help you improve your business skills. Look for classes at your local employment center, park district, or on the internet. Gaining knowledge and skills that employers want can help you get a leg up once you submit your resume. Getting training can also show that you are current in your skills. Look for training that offers certificates, certifications, or other credentials that you can add to your resume for proof that you completed them. EdX is a great source for free online classes, and they offer certificates and credits. Visit https://www.edx.org/. with others in your field. Attend events, conferences, and lunches where you can meet other professionals and employers. Attend meetups geared toward professionals in your field. Look up job fairs and attend ones that interest you. The more connections you have, the better your odds of finding the job you want. | Decide how you want to move forward. Treat finding a job as a job. Build your marketable skills. Network |
Meditating can be very beneficial for your brain. Practicing meditation can help you more effortlessly be mindful, as it will become your brain's default setting. Learn about meditation, and find a training method that is right for you. Meditation is most effective when you formally train your mind how to practice it. Try finding a book or audio book that will guide you through a series of meditations. You can also take guided meditation courses offered by professionals. To get started, find a calm, quiet space to meditate. Close your eyes, and sit comfortably. Choose a mantra to focus on (a mantra is a word or sound you repeat, either out loud or inwardly). Popular choices are "ohm" and "love". Your romantic relationship affects all aspects of your life. Research shows that couples who are more mindful are happier and more physically healthy. Ask your partner to join you in trying to become more mindful. Try meditating with your partner. The simple act of engaging in mindfulness at the same time and the same place can help you bond. Another way to increase your mindfulness is to practice your communication skills with your partner. Focus on really hearing one another. Truly hearing what someone else is saying is one of the best ways to be mindful. Often when you are conversing with someone else, your inner-voice is active while they are talking. Sometimes you are judging their words, or maybe half thinking about something else. Mindfulness is truly paying attention when someone else is talking. If possible, have important conversations face to face. Make eye contact. This will help you bond with the person you are listening to, and help you absorb what they are saying. Being aware of your physical health is an important part of being more mindful. Pay attention to your body, and be aware of energy levels, hunger pangs, and aches and pains. Tuning in to signals from your body will help with your overall well-being. Practice mindful eating by consciously being aware of the foods you choose to eat. You should think not only about your likes and dislikes, but also consider nutritional value. Additionally, be aware of the act of eating and note how your senses (sights, smells, taste) respond to different foods. | Try meditation. Improve your relationship. Listen carefully. Monitor your health. |
Peel the tape straight up; do not drag it to the side, or you may get chips. If you do get a chip in the finish, touch it up using a small, pointed paintbrush and a matching paint color. How long this takes depends on the type of paint that you are using. Acrylic paint typically takes about 20 minutes to dry, while latex paint may up to an hour or longer. Read the label on your bottle or can of paint to find out the exact drying time. Some latex paints include a curing time, which can take as little as 48 to 72 hours, to as long as 7 to 20 days. If your paint has a curing time, be sure to include it in your total drying time. This will not only protect the surface, but it will also help accentuate the woodgrain. If you painted the surface with latex paint, apply a thin coat of polyurethane varnish with a soft-bristled brush. If you painted the surface with acrylic paint, you can apply a thin layer of acrylic sealer with a wide paintbrush. You can also use a spray sealer in a well-ventilated area instead. You can apply more than 1 coat of sealer. Let the first coat dry before applying the next one. Use a glossy or satin sealer if you want a fancy finish. Use a matte sealer if you want a natural finish. Just because something feels dry to the touch doesn't necessarily mean that it is ready to use. Read the label on your bottle or can of varnish, and note the drying and the curing times. This is very important. If you don't let the varnish cure before using the object, it may get tacky. Most varnishes will dry to the touch in less than an hour, but often require several hours or days to finish curing. Once the surface has finished drying and curing, you can replace the hardware. If you did an antique finish on your faux wood surface, consider brushing some darker paint onto the hardware so that it will look old, like the wood. After this, your object is ready to use. | Remove any painter's tape that you applied earlier. Let the paint dry and cure completely. Seal the surface with a varnish, if desired. Let the varnish dry and cure completely. Replace any hardware that you removed earlier. |
Several inspections and permits are required for most residential construction projects, especially when it involves electrical work. To make sure you're up to code, you may need to schedule a temporary service inspection, a rough-in inspection, and a final inspection. This needs to be done whether you're doing it yourself or hiring an electrician. Depending on where you live, you may be able to do the inspection yourself if you live in a single-family home. The National Electrical Code requires all GFCIs within 5 feet (1.5 m) of the floor to be tamper-resistant and clearly marked. Outdoor GFCIs must also be weather resistant and clearly marked with the letters "WR," even if it has a weather cover. In some areas, you may need a GFCI due to nearby water fixtures. Check your local wiring codes to see if a three-prong GFCI is an acceptable replacement for a non-grounded two-prong receptacle. There are acceptable installation procedures for a non-grounded GFCI, usually involving putting a sticker on the receptacle cover stating "No Equipment Ground." The GFCI does not, itself, require any ground connection for proper operation. If your home was wired "to code" initially, there is generally no legal requirement to upgrade to grounded outlets or GFCI (or even AFCI) outlets unless other work is being done that exposes the wiring. Insurance or other safety concerns may, however, outweigh meeting only the minimum code requirements. A circuit tester plugs into the receptacle and has several light combinations to indicate the different problems a receptacle may have. If you're going to ground a receptacle, it's an important tool to have. You can purchase these at any home repair store. One model has a button to test GFCI receptacles by shutting off the outlet if it detects any excess current. It's a little more money but a better buy to verify the GFCI is also grounded. Plug the circuit tester into each receptacle and look at the indicator lights. If the lights indicate the receptacle is not grounded properly, mark the cover with a piece of masking tape. Move on to the next receptacle. Most such testers are designed with three prongs: hot, neutral and ground. If your receptacle has only two prongs, use a multimeter to check the voltage between the hot port on the receptacle and the metal outlet box. If it reads around 120 V, then the box is grounded. If you don't get a voltage reading, then the box isn't grounded. Make sure your circuit tester is working before you start by plugging it into a receptacle that you know works. Do not try to fix more than one receptacle at a time. Unless you are sure of your work, it's better to check them one at a time. This may involve turning the electrical circuit breaker on and off many times while you work. Either turn off the circuit breaker that controls the receptacles to the specific room or turn off the main switch for the whole house. If you only turn off the breaker, retest the receptacle with the circuit tester to ensure it's the correct one. Some "circuit identifier" devices automatically confirm you have switched off the proper circuit because the "tone" unit plugged into the receptacle stops signaling when its circuit is off. Be aware that some duplex (double) receptacles may be internally "split" so that one part is switched separately from the other, such as for floor lamps. You may find a receptacle is still "hot" in one and not in the other if the switch is off but the breaker is still on. You should test BOTH outlets of a duplex receptacle unless you already know how it's wired, i.e., after you open the box and pull it out. For the most part, cover plates will be attached with flathead screws, which means you should be able to easily remove them with a small, flathead screwdriver. If paint or wallpaper is in the way slightly, you might need to carefully cut around the receptacle with a utility knife to keep the wallpaper from tearing and making the wall look raggedy. | Check your local electrical codes and schedule inspections. Purchase a circuit tester at a local home repair store. Test the receptacles in your home. Turn off the power at the main electrical box. Remove the cover plate of the receptacle. |
You can convert SWF (Flash) movie files into a format that is compatible with your iPad. You cannot convert SWF games. Click here for detailed instructions on downloading SWF files on your computer. There are a lot of conversion programs available. Two of the most popular programs are Freemake Video Converter and Avidemux. Both of these programs can be downloaded for free. The process will vary depending on the program you are using, but generally you can load a file as the source for the conversion process. If your conversion program has a preset for iPad, choose it. Otherwise, select MP4 as the output format. This may take a while, especially if the video is a long one. Videos that you add to iTunes will be found in the Home Videos section. Click here for detailed information on adding files to iTunes. Once the video has been added to your library, you can sync it to your iPad. Plug your iPad into your computer, select the "Home Videos" section, and ensure that your newly-added movie is selected. Click here for more instructions on syncing the video file. Open the Videos app on your iPad and select the "Home Videos" tab. Your converted SWF file will be listed here. Tap it to begin playing it. | Download the SWF file on your computer. Download and install a conversion program. Select the SWF file as the source file. Select "MP4" or "iPad" as the output format. Convert the video. Add the converted video to your iTunes library. Sync your converted video to your iPad. Watch the video. |
Use the same ready-position as you would with an overhand float serve, with your feet shoulder width apart and slightly staggered. Your weight should be resting on your back foot and your body leaning slightly forward. You will hold your shelf arm out perpendicular to your body to throw the ball. Bring your hitting arm back with your elbow pointing behind you, at about eye level. Throw the ball up into the air like you would for a float serve, but throw it at least 18 inches (45.7 cm) above the starting point. Be sure to throw it straight up, not to the side, to allow for a balanced hit. Although you are throwing it a bit higher for the topspin serve than for the float serve, do not throw it too high. You will likely under/overestimate the timing to hit it, leading to an unbalanced hit. Use the same pose as you would for a float hit, with your elbow above your ear and behind your head. Instead of punching at the ball like a float serve, you will instead hit downwards with an open hand. As you swing, you will turn so your throwing shoulder is facing away from the ball. Snap your wrist downwards so that your fingers are angled towards the floor. Do this as you make contact with the ball to push it forward. Follow through all the way with you arm on this serve, so that your hand will come to a stop much lower than where the ball originally was. You will end the hit with your weight shifted to your front foot. | Get in the proper position. Toss the ball. Bring your arm back to hit. Swing forward with your arm to hit the ball. |
You can also use clear ones if you can't find any that match your hair. You will be making several topsy-turvy ponytails, right after the other, so make sure that you have enough. This braid will work best on longer hair. It may not work very well on hair that is shorter than the upper arm. | Find some thin hair elastics that match your hair color. |
Using the correct lighting can make or break the atmosphere that you want in your secret place. Try to choose a spot near a window. Natural light will fill your secret space no matter the size of the window or space. If there is no way to put your space near a window, use a small lamp or nightlight to brighten the dark space. Hang a flashlight if there isn't natural light or an outlet in your secret space. You should always enjoy your secret space and the way to do this is to create the perfect atmosphere. It should be filled with some of your favorite things and scream personality. Decorations are a great way to express yourself in the space. Use posters, pictures, or anything else you wish to liven up your secret space. Wallpaper is a great way to add character to your space. Lay a small rug down in your space to add some color and comfort. Add scent your space with aromatherapy. Make the space smell the way you want. You can do this with air fresheners, flowers, or essential oils. Choosing the right scents define the feeling of your secret space. Include seating in your secret space. Chairs can be comfortable, but they may be too big. Try using pillows or bean bags if you need something smaller. Maybe you’re looking for a spot to sit and think, place to store your favorite pictures, or space to lay down and read a book. With your needs in mind, add some final touches to your secret space. Fill your secret spot with things to keep you occupied while you’re there. Maybe you want magazines or crafts to fill your time. Think about what you want and be sure to stock up. If you prefer to store items in your secret space, use hangers, hooks, or storage boxes. You could even stack CDs or books to create a small but neat storage area. If you’re trying to store a lot of things, baskets and closet organizers are a great way to store tons of small items. Keep drinks or food in your secret spot if you plan to be there for a few hours. Make it as comfortable as possible for yourself. | Find the right light. Create an atmosphere. Match your needs. |
You can make the sail of your kite from several different materials. Decide what look you want for your kite. Some materials can be decorated to make your kite unique. You can use any of the following: Heavy duty garbage bag Lightweight paper Lightweight fabric Newspaper Plastic bag You should have all of your tools and materials gathered in one place before you start a project. Material for the sail Scissors Strong tape Lay the kite frame down on the sail material, and trace a slightly larger kite shape. The outline of the kite should be 1 to 2 inches bigger than kite frame. Use the scissors to cut out the kite shape on your sail material. Fold the edges of the sail over the string on the frame and secure it with strong tape. Reinforce the top and bottom of your kite. Use tape to reinforce the top and bottom tips of your kite by placing 1 to 2 extra pieces of tape across them. | Pick material to make the sail from. Get together all the materials needed to create the sail. Cut the sail of the kite. Attach the sail to the kite frame. |
Click the Apple logo in the top-left corner of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear. This option is at the top of the drop-down menu. It's at the bottom of the About This Mac window. This option is in the left-hand pane of the System Report window. It's about halfway down the group of options that appear below the Hardware heading in the left-hand pane. It will appear at the top of the right-hand pane. You can also view your graphics card's specifications listed below the card's name. | Open the Apple menu . Click About This Mac. Click System Report…. Click ▼ to the left of Hardware. Click Graphics/Displays. Look for your graphics card's name. |
If a food is orange or yellow in color, it's likely high in the vitamin beta-carotene. While this vitamin is good for you, it can also cause your hair, and even your skin, to take on a similar tone. If your hair is yellowing, cut down the amount of carrots, sweet potatoes, cantaloupes, or winter squash that you eat. As a general rule, an adult should intake between 6-8 mgs of beta-carotene each day. This usually equates to about 5 servings of mixed fruits or vegetables. If you intake around 20 mgs of beta-carotene (equivalent of 3 large carrots) in a day, then you can see hair or skin yellowing. Talk to your doctor about strategies for quitting smoking. Consider using a nicotine patch or chewing gum as an alternative. The fumes and chemicals emitted from smoking can attach themselves to your porous hair and yellow it. Any type of product that emits a smoke, even if colorless, can alter the color and composition of your hair. Certain medications can alter the appearance of your skin, hair, or nails. If you have yellowing hair and are taking prescription drugs, reach out to your doctor with your concerns. You’ll need to carefully describe when your hair started to change in color and texture. For example, you might say, “I noticed the first signs of brassiness about 3 weeks ago. My hair has felt pretty brittle since then, too.” Dithranol, a medication for psoriasis, is just one drug that can cause hair discoloration, among other side effects. | Limit your consumption of beta-carotene-rich foods. Stop smoking. Talk with your doctor about any current medications. |
Go to your local bank to redeem your savings bond. If you are a customer, you may only have to have an active account and proper identification. If you are not a member of the bank, the bank may not redeem the bonds, or they might place restrictions on them, like limiting the amount they will cash. Contact your bank before redeeming them. Find out if they redeem savings bonds, what their dollar limit is, and what documents you need to redeem the bonds. If the bank won't redeem your bonds, try the Federal Reserve Bank. You can do this electronically or by mail. Bring proper identification, such as a driver's license or a social security card. When redeeming the bond at your bank, the name on the bond, the name on your account, and the name on your identification need to match. You may have to have an account at the bank for at least 6 months. If you do not have an account, you will have to show a photo ID and provide a signature. You can also have an identifier take you to his bank where he has had an account for 6 months. The person with the account must have a legitimate connection to the person cashing the bond. For example, it cannot be landlord-tenant or a patron from a business. You both will be required to give name and address, relationship, and length of acquaintance. You will have to sign the "Request for Payment" section of the bond. Your signature will have to match the signature on file. If you are at the bank with someone with an account, he will have to sign the "Request for Payment." The bank will write your account number on the back of the bond. They may also write the type of identification or your address on the back. If you are in a situation where the owner of the bond needs a Power of Attorney, such as the owner of the bond is in the hospital or home-bound, you can fill out the Power of Attorney form (PD F 5188). This form authorizes the person whose name is on the form to sell or cash the bonds. Another way to do this is to submit a certified copy of the power of attorney to the bank. The Power of Attorney document must state explicitly that you can cash the savings bonds. The document must be notarized. If you do this, only a Federal Reserve Bank can cash the bonds. This form is located through the Treasury Department website. If you are the parent of a child too young to sign the request form, you must provide proper identification that you are the parent. On the back of the bond, you will enter something like this: I certify that I am the parent of John Doe with whom John Doe resides/to whom legal custody has been granted. He is 3 years old and is not of sufficient understanding to make this request. Nick Doe on behalf of John Doe. If a child is old enough to sign his or her own name, they can go to the bank and sign the bonds while accompanied by an adult. To redeem your bonds electronically, go to the United States Treasury online marketplace, TreasuryDirect.gov. TreasuryDirect.gov gives individuals the ability to redeem their electronic savings bonds online and transfer the proceeds to a bank account. You may also request a check for the proceeds. TreasuryDirect.gov also provides a service which allows you to convert your savings bond certificates into electronic savings bonds for easier filing and tracking. This will relieve you of the burden of storing your certificates. It makes redeeming bonds significantly easier. Savings bonds earn interest during each year of ownership. For Series E/EE bonds, there is a choice for how to report interest as taxable income. Interest can be reported every year, but if this is done for one year, it must be reported every year until it reaches final maturity or until the bond is redeemed, whichever comes first. Otherwise taxes on all interest can be deferred completely until either the bond reaches final maturity or the bond is redeemed, whichever comes first. That means that taxes on accrued bond interest may be due before the bond is redeemed. Interest is reportable as taxable income on line 8a of the federal Form 1040. | Visit your local bank. Have the proper identification. Fill out a Power of Attorney form if you need to. Put in writing the child is too young to cash if cashing for a minor. Redeem the bonds electronically. Claim earned interest on your tax return. |
If you suffer from low-grade pain that you'll likely live with for a long time, it's worthwhile to practice managing it with your mind. Techniques like visualization and mindfulness can help improve your quality of life. Dealing with chronic pain is never easy, but you may be able to focus on it less and lift your spirits if you learn how to manage your pain mentally. Migraines, cramps, and even pinpricks are forms of short-term pain that can be dealt with mentally, with practice. If you're averse to relying too heavily on pain medication, it's worth learning how to distract yourself or breathe through the pain until you've made it to the other side. The mental component doesn't have to be the only form of pain management you use. Consider practicing mental pain relief techniques in conjunction with other methods, like using medicine, getting massages, trying acupuncture, and so on. Find the combination of methods that works best for your body and your situation. Be sure to consult your physician to help you come up with a healthy plan. While the thought of overcoming pain without medication may seem like the brave thing to do, it also takes mental strength to get the help you need to keep your body in good shape. Pain is a signal that something is going wrong in the body. Don't push yourself too far before you seek medical attention to get proper treatment and relief. | Use the power of your mind to manage chronic pain. Try mentally overcoming short-term pain. Utilize other ways to control pain, too. Seek help before your pain becomes debilitating. |
For small cracks in the glass, apply several coats of clear nail polish directly over the damaged area. Wait until each coat dries before applying another. Note that this is only a temporary fix. The polish should seal the crack and prevent it from spreading for several months, but it will eventually wear off. Cracked window glass will need to be replaced. Cut a small strip of clear weather-seal tape and place it directly over the crack in the glass. The tape should last for several months and prevent air from flowing through the crack. As with nail polish, weather-seal tape should only be used as a temporary fix. You'll eventually need to replace the cracked window glass to prevent the crack from getting worse. | Paint the crack with nail polish. Use weather-seal tape. |
One easy way to immerse yourself in German is to change the default language on your computer, smartphone, or tablet. Even though you'll only see a few words this way, it can still get you used to thinking in German. You can also change the default language on some apps and websites, including social media apps. While doing this won't necessarily change posts into German, it will change the menu and messages from the app into German. Take sticky notes and write down the name of a few objects around your house. Start with 5 to 10 larger, more common objects. Once you've got those words memorized, you can label different objects. The goal is that after a while, you'll stop thinking of the object as the English word and instead think first of the German word. Here are some basic furniture words to get you started: Couch/sofa: das Sofa Chair: der Stuhl Nightstand: der Nachttishe Dresser: die Kommode Bed: das Bett Table: der Tisch Bookcase: das Bücherregal German music goes far beyond the traditional folk music (called Volkmusik in German). German artists record and perform in most of the popular genres, so you're sure to find a German artist that you enjoy. Just listening to German music in the background while you're studying or doing chores can help your brain absorb the language. To find German music you like, go to YouTube and search for "German" with the name of a genre. You'll find some videos to get you started. Electronic music is popular in Germany, but there are also many popular German rappers and hip hop artists. Even if you're not that into rap, listening to a German rapper will teach you a lot of German slang. It's worth noting that German rap is typically a lot tamer than American rap. You won't be able to speak German well if you keep trying to translate it into English or another language. There are many ideas and words in German that simply don't translate into any other language. When watching a movie, you can pick up meaning from the context in which the words are said. Film dialogue also typically mimics a natural conversation, so you can get a sense for the rhythm of the language and the way Germans communicate with each other. You can find German television streaming online as well as on your favorite streaming service. News shows are good because they typically talk about current events you may already be familiar with. Reality shows or game shows can also be good, because of their unscripted format. If you're just beginning to learn German, try Nachrichtenleicht (https://www.nachrichtenleicht.de/), a site designed for language learners. Articles are written in simple German, and each article includes a podcast so you can listen to the article being read by a native speaker. Der Spiegel (https://www.spiegel.de/) and Deutsche Welle (https://www.dw.com/de/themen/s-9077) are major news sources in Germany. Although the language can be more complex, you'll also find photos and videos that can help with your comprehension. Deutsche Welle also has a section specifically geared towards language learners at https://www.dw.com/de/deutsch-lernen/s-2055. While long German words may seem intimidating, they have an inherent logic. Many of these long words are combinations of smaller words. The last word in the combination tells you the larger category of which that word is a part. The first part of the word defines the subset of that category that the word specifically applies to. For example, in English, you would use two words – "dining room" – to refer to the room in your house that you eat in. In German, you use one word – Esszimmer – which is made up of the verb ess, which means "to eat," and the noun zimmer, which means "room." Quite literally, it is the room where you eat. Likewise, the word for "bedroom" in German is Schlafzimmer (literally, "sleep room"). That first part can also be an adjective or an adverb. For example, if you purchased illicit or unlicensed goods on the Schwarzmarkt (black market), you might worry about getting caught by the Staatspolizei (state police). You can also add a prefix to a noun to describe or intensify it. For example, if you add ober (which means "over") to a noun, it generally indicates that the noun is extreme or over the top. So oberpeinlich means "extremely embarrassing." | Switch the language on your electronic devices to German. Label objects in your home with German words. Listen to German music. Watch German movies without subtitles. Stream German television shows. Approach German vocabulary logically. |
The Game is both infinitely simple and ridiculously complex. Also, you lost again, if you're still reading. The rules to the Game are as follows: Everyone in the world is playing the Game, whether they know it or not. If you think about the Game, you lose the Game. This includes things like desperately trying not to think about the Game, or being tipped off by anyone else talking about losing the Game, or any split-second that the Game randomly pops into your mind. You think about it, you lose. When you lose, you have to announce that you lost. It can be out loud, on the Internet, in writing, or in any number of other ways. Announcing your losses is the only way that the Game is played. Nobody ever wins the game, you can only avoid losing and attempt to make other people lose by spreading the word about the Game. If you're in the Game to win, you're going to lose. If you're in the Game to lose, congratulations! Ironic processing is the psychological phenomenon that describes the inverse relationship between a desire to avoid thoughts and the persistence of those thoughts. In other words, the more you want to stop thinking about the Game, the more you're thinking about the Game. This is also sometimes called the "white bear phenomenon," based on a reference in Tolstoy, or the "pink elephant phenomenon." The act of deciding to not think about something makes you think about something. Ironic processing was used to humorous effect in the first Ghostbusters movie, in which the Ghostbusters were told that whatever they thought of would come to destroy them. Despite attempts to clear their minds entirely, someone thinks of the Stay-Puff'd marshmallow man, who arrives in monster-form to destroy Manhattan. Some people play the Game slightly differently, giving players a grace period after losing before you can lose again, or are not required to announce it for a certain period of time. This time can range from a few seconds to half an hour or so. Others put restrictions on ways that a loss can be announced. If you're playing with some friends, decide on winnable rules, if you want. Some may say that death can also end the Game, while others say that the Game will end when the British Prime Minister, President of the United States, or the Pope says the Game is lost on national television. Still others believe that the Game can only be won when someone knocks the hat off the Pope. | Learn the three basic rules of the Game. Give up the idea of winning. Learn about the background of Game psychology. Consider adding variations to the Game to make it winnable. |
While rinsing your silver, use your hands to feel and remove dirt and debris. Rinsing your pieces of silver will remove any debris that may scratch it during the cleaning process. Place the pieces on a soft, cotton dish towel. Use a mild phosphate-free and ammonia-free dishwashing detergent like Dawn Dishwashing Liquid (make sure it is citrus-free as well). Mix 1/4 tablespoon (3.7 ml) of soap with 1 cup (8.12 oz) of water. Mix until well-combined. Scrubbing in a back and forth motion will help you maintain a uniform appearance. Avoid scrubbing in a circular motion. Use a cellulose sponge or a cotton ball/pad dipped in the soapy water to scrub your silver. If your silver contains small crevices, use a toothbrush or a Q-tip to clean these. You can purchase a cellulose sponge from your local hardware store. Do not use hot or cold water. Then dry the piece immediately after rinsing it to avoid water stains on your silver. Alternatively, you can use a Selvyt cloth to dry your pieces of silver. Then use a microfiber cloth to polish the finished piece. When handling and cleaning your pieces of silver, you may use nitrile gloves (not latex) to prevent fingerprinting and smudging. This cleaning method works best for pieces of jewelry that contain pearls and opaque or clear gemstones. | Rinse your pieces of silver with warm water. Mix warm water with a mild detergent. Scrub your silver in a straight, back and forth motion. Rinse each piece of silver with warm water. Dry the finished pieces with a soft, cotton cloth. |
Pour 1⁄4 cup (59 ml) of cold water into a heat-proof bowl and sprinkle 2 teaspoons (1/4 ounce or 7 g) of unflavored powdered gelatin over it. Leave the gelatin to hydrate for 5 to 10 minutes. It should start to look thick and gel-like. | Hydrate the gelatin in water until it's firm. |
Humidity causes jewelry to tarnish faster, so the more you limit the humidity, the slower your jewelry will tarnish. Here are some tips for storing silver jewelry: Store chains and earrings in anti-tarnish or tarnish-proof bags. You can buy them in jewelry stores. Wrap larger pieces, such as brooches and bracelets, in anti-tarnish cloths. Get a jewelry box that is lined with tarnish-free material to limit the rate of tarnishing. Consider adding an anti-tarnish strip to your jewelry bags. You will need to change these strips every 2 to 3 months. Try adding a silica gel pack to your jewelry boxes. They will absorb the moisture. If you are using wet or oily cosmetics, such as lotions, wait for them to dry completely before you put on your jewelry. Cosmetics contain chemicals that can not only speed up tarnishing but also damage silver. This includes activities such as bathing, cleaning, exercising, showering, or swimming. Sweat, tap water, and household cleaning products can all cause jewelry to tarnish faster. In some cases, the chemicals in tap water and household cleaning products can also damage silver. Throughout the day, your jewelry will come into contact with things like body oils, dirt, lotions, and sweat. All of these can cause silver to tarnish faster. You will want to clean these off before you put your jewelry away. | Store your jewelry someplace cool and dry. Put on all your hair products, lotions, makeup, and perfume before you put on the jewelry. Don't wear your jewelry where it might get wet. Wipe your jewelry clean with a silver polishing cloth before putting it into storage. |
A report that presents an idea is called a justification/recommendation report. You can use these reports to make suggestions to management or other important decision makers. This report typically contains a summary and body. The summary highlights your request. The report's body delves into the benefits, costs, risks, etc., associated with your request. For example, you want a 3D printer for your division. To convince your manager to requisition one, you would write a justification/recommendation report to formally ask the management team for the printer. An investigative report helps determine the risks involved with a specific course of action. This type of report is great for helping a company anticipate repercussions. The report will contain an introduction, body and conclusion. The introduction highlights the problem under investigation. The body is used to discuss the facts and results of the investigation. The conclusion is used to summarize. For instance, say pharmaceutical company X wants to partner with pharmaceutical company Y but has some concerns. Company X doesn't want to partner with a company that has current financial problems or has had financial problems in the past. Company X conducts an investigation and uses an investigative report to discuss in-depth financial information on company Y and its directors. This report, known as a compliance report, helps companies show accountability. A company will use a compliance report to show proof to a governing body (city, state, federal government, etc.) that it is following all applicable laws/rules and that it is spending money properly. The report contains an introduction, body and conclusion. The introduction typically includes an overview of the report's major sections. The body contains the specific data, facts, etc., that the regulatory entity needs to know. The conclusion is used to summarize. For instance, CALPERS (California Public Employees Retirement System) needed to show its board of administration that it followed all applicable laws and rules in 2010. It put together an annual compliance report to show their activities for the year. An exploratory report to determine whether an idea will work is called a feasibility report. The report should contain a summary and body. The summary presents the idea. The body covers the benefits, potential problems, associated costs, etc., of the proposed idea. A company might use a feasibility report to explore questions such as these: Can this project be completed within its budget? Will the project be profitable? Can this project be completed within the allotted time frame? A research studies report presents research on an issue or problem. It's an in-depth look at a very specific issue. The report should contain an abstract (summary), introduction, methods, results, conclusion and recommendation. It should also cite the study or studies involved. For example, a business might conduct a company-wide study on whether to ban smoking in its employee lounge. The person who writes up the study would produce a research studies report. This report, called a periodic report, is written at fixed intervals, such as weekly, monthly, quarterly, etc. It may examine efficiency, profit and loss, or any other metric over the chosen interval. For instance, a pharmaceutical sales representative might provide a monthly summary of his or her sales calls. A specific situation — as opposed to a fixed interval — calls for a situational report. The situation can be as simple as the information provided at a conference or as complex as a report on the response to a natural disaster. These reports contain an introduction, body and conclusion. Use the introduction to identify the event and briefly preview what you cover in the body of the report. The conclusion discusses the undertaken or necessary actions for the situation. As an example, a state's governing body would like a situational report after a hurricane. A yardstick report weighs several potential solutions for a given situation. Based on the results, the writer would recommend a particular course of action. A yardstick report should contain an introduction, body and conclusion. The introduction states the report's purpose. The body presents the situation or problem followed by potential solutions/alternatives. The conclusion reveals the best solution or alternative. For instance, ABC Auto Manufacturing, Inc., wants to open a plant in Asia. The report might narrow down three country options based on the company's needs. The report would then conclude which of the three countries is the best location for the new plant. | Present an idea. Present risks involved with a specific opportunity. Present compliance information to a governing body. Present the feasibility of an idea or proposed project. Present research found in a study. Help a company improve its policies, products or processes via consistent monitoring. Report on a specific situation. Present several solutions for a problem or situation. |
After the pre-screening and pre-service training have been completed, you get to meet your caseworker. It's very important to get off on a good footing with your caseworker; be honest, open, and thoughtful about your experiences and your motivation behind becoming a foster parent. After you meet your caseworker and complete an interview with them, you'll be expected to do the following: Be responsive to the caseworker's requests in a responsible, timely, and open manner. Honor your caseworker's requests for documents and information. Pledge to maintain confidentiality about children in foster care as well as the details surrounding their family. Accommodate your caseworker on required home inspections and criminal background checks. In some states, a home study is required. A home study is a document your caseworker compiles intended to learn more about you, your family history, and your personal relationships. A home study is conducted through a series of questions and interviews, and can last anywhere from three to six months. Generally, a home study includes: Family background and any relevant parenting experiences Education and employment Personal relationships and social life Information about your home and the neighborhood you live in Your reasons for wanting to foster parent and your readiness to do so It can take upwards of a year from when you first contact the foster parent agency until you are given a foster placement. During the waiting period, while your caseworker is making their determination, it's a good idea to stay busy and receptive to any questions your case worker might have. During this time, do as much research as you can about the types of issues foster children will have. Some come into the system abused — sexually, mentally and physically — and this presents serious issues for the both the foster youth and parents. Contact your state foster parent association and talk to other foster parents for insights and advice. Network with them and find out firsthand what's it's like to be a foster or adoptive parent. If a caseworker comes to you with questions which you think may put your eligibility in doubt, never lie. If your caseworker believes you to be deceptive or dishonest, your eligibility will suffer. Most issues that come up can be worked around. The best policy is openness with your caseworker. | Meet your caseworker. Do a home study. Wait for your caseworker to make their recommendations. |
Although you can't increase the size of your lungs with aerobic activity or breathing exercises, you can improve their efficiency. Improved cardio-respiratory function increases the levels of oxygen that are pumped into your bloodstream, where it is transferred to your muscles to provide energy. Create additional space in your lungs by pulling up your shoulders towards the ears, while at the end of inhalation phase. Always be gentle when taking a breath, so you don't strain or injure yourself. Add weight for resistance. When lying on your back, you can increase the effort level of the an exercise by placing a book on your abdomen. Remove the book immediately if you experience any discomfort. Breathing exercises can help you gain control in stressful situations, but the best place to practice the techniques is in a safe, calm environment. As with other forms of meditation, you will be able to focus best when you are not distracted. Practice in a dark or dimly lit room. Light candles, if you wish, to create a warm and peaceful ambience. Turn off the TV and silence the ringer on your phone. It will be easier to focus on your breathing if you are not distracted. Breathing exercises are often more effective when you are not full. Although it can take up to four hours for food to completely pass out of the stomach, you don't need to wait for it to be completely empty. Whenever possible, wait an hour or two after the end of a meal to begin your breathing exercises. Always try to adopt a relaxed posture when doing breathing exercises, and be careful not to strain yourself. Practice at a comfortable pace – if you are struggling to hold a breath for a certain count, hold it for a lower count at first and gradually work up to it. If you begin to hyperventilate or become light-headed, slow your breathing until you feel better and stand up slowly. If you have arthritis of the neck or any other spinal condition, check with your doctor before trying any exercises that involve moving or bending the neck or back. Never experiment with holding your breath as long as you can - this can be extremely dangerous, even fatal. | Increase your lung capacity. Create a peaceful environment. Wait an hour or two after eating. Avoid injury. |
Bend both elbows and place both palms on your chest with your fingertips touching and forearms parallel to the ground. Challenge anyone to pull your hands apart by holding your wrist. Ask them to pull steadily and not to give a sudden jerk. It will be impossible to pull your arms apart.You could ask small children to follow your lead for a greater effect. Sit down in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Get 4 of your friends to put their hands together, interlocking their fingers, keeping their index fingers together but pointed outwards in the shape of a gun. Have 2 of your friends put their pointed fingers under your arms and the other 2 volunteers under your knees. Tell your friends to lift up at the same time. This trick works because your weight is spread out between the 4 of your friends. Even if they couldn't lift you on their own, they can lift you together. | Get your friends to pull your hands apart from your chest. Get a group of friends to levitate you by working together. |
While you may save money buying through a private seller, used cars sold by dealerships are often certified and come with a warranty. This provides you with greater protection if, after making your purchase, you find that something is amiss with your used car. Once you’ve settled on a few cars you want, start checking your local dealerships to determine where you can get the car you want for the best price. The best price is not necessarily the lowest price; if you get a car from a private seller, the cost will probably be less than it would at a dealership, but a dealership can offer certification and warranties that a private seller cannot. Auctions also sometimes offer good price on used cars. Browse used car ads in your local paper and used car dealership galleries online. Salespeople at used car dealerships earn a commission on car loans. If they know they won't be making that commission, they might not tell you about certain discounts that you might qualify for. Only tell the salesperson at the very end of sale that you’ll be paying with cash. Walking about with lots of cash – especially in the amount that usually necessary to buy a used car – can be dangerous. To avoid misplacing the money, withdraw it right before you purchase the car, then head straight to the seller and close the deal. A service contract (or extended warranty) holds the seller responsible if your car busts a gasket, or if a light goes out, or if the car exhibits any number of other faults within the time period specified by your service contract. Though it will cost more up front, a service contract is a good investment when buying a used car with cash. Read the details of your service contract closely so you know what elements are covered. Service contracts are only available through dealerships. Don't accept the advertised price immediately. Instead, offer a figure that is a bit lower than your target price, then increase your offering price by a reasonable interval. For instance, if the asking price is $10,000 but your ideal purchase price is $9,000, you might offer $8,500. The seller might make a counteroffer with a price of $9,500. Perhaps you will then settle for a price of $9,200 – a compromise between the seller's starting price and your ideal purchase price. There is no objective definition of a good deal. Nor is there a standard monetary interval by which you should decrease or increase the amount of money you’re willing to pay when buying a used car with cash. As long as you feel that the price is fair, the deal was negotiated well. The bill of sale should include the date of sale, the make, model, year, and VIN of the vehicle, the current odometer reading, and the sale price. It should also include your name, the seller's name, and each of your addresses. Since you’re paying cash, ensure that the bill of sale indicates the car has been paid for completely. Laws regarding the vehicle title vary from place to place, but generally, both you and the seller will be required to sign the vehicle's title. With the title, in hand, you officially own the vehicle. Drive off in your new (used) car. | Buy from a dealer if possible. Shop around for the best price. Don’t tell salespeople you’ll be paying with cash. Withdraw your cash only when you intend to close the deal. Get a service contract. Negotiate a good deal. Sign a bill of sale for the car you are purchasing. Receive the title from the seller of the vehicle. |
On a Chrome or Firefox browser, open this following link: http://www.addthis.com/browser-extensions#.UU3NwxyTiSo. One way to print recipes is to install an easy-to-use online program using a browser extension for Firefox or Chrome such as AddThis. On the main page, you will see the blue “Download for Free” button. Click on it. After clicking on the Download tab, you just need to follow the instructions for the installation process. These instructions can be seen in the box when you start the installation process. When installation is complete, you should be able to see the button with the red plus sign on it. It should appear in the upper-right corner of your screen. When you find the recipe you’d like to print, click the red plus sign on your browser, and then select “Print” from the drop-down menu. When you click on this red button, you will be able to print any content from Facebook that you like—recipes and more. | Go to the AddThis website. Download the program. Follow the instructions. Click and print. |
Cockatiels require daily care and attention, and can be noisy and messy pets. With proper care, they can live for more than twenty years! Before purchasing a Cockatiel, you should consider the following questions (and include anyone else who lives with you in the discussion): How much money am I prepared to spend? While Cockatiels are not very expensive to purchase($80 to $100 or more), they need sizable cages, and plenty of toys and other enrichment items. In addition, you will need to take your Cockatiel to the vet for annual examination. How much time can I spend with my Cockatiel? Unless someone is at home most of the day, a single Cockatiel is likely to be lonely. Paired Cockatiels will need less attention, but you'll still have to give them daily attention and care. Am I sensitive to noise and mess? Though Cockatiels are not extremely noisy, they will be vocal in the morning and evening, and can create big messes. If you're a neat freak or hate being woken up early in the morning, a Cockatiel might not be right for you. How long am I prepared to care for a pet? Because Cockatiels can live for upwards of twenty years, consider your dedication carefully before purchasing. If you are underage, consider who will care for your Cockatiel if you cannot keep it while at college. The cage should be at least at least 2 feet (0.6 m) tall with a 20-inch width and 18-inch depth, but a larger cage is recommended. The cage should have bars no more than 3/4 of an inch apart. Stainless steel cages are recommended. Because zinc and lead are poisonous to birds, the cage should also be guaranteed to not contain these materials. Additionally, because Cockatiels love to climb around their cage, the cage should have at least a few horizontal bars. Cockatiels, like any pet bird, require things to keep them entertained in their cages. You will need to purchase: Two food bowls and a water bowl. You will need need separate bowls for the dry and wet bird food (wet food will be items like fruit, cooked beans, etc.) A skirt for the cage to catch thrown seed. Lots of perches for the cage. Cockatiels like to climb and play so lots of perches will make your cockatiel very happy. You will notice that your cockatiel will choose one perch as his home base (the perch where he will sleep.) A bunch of toys for your Cockatiel to play with. Buy several toys and rotate them every week so that your bird isn't bored. Cockatiels love to chew, so toys like twig balls, or rafia and palm strips are best. Though not necessary, purchasing cleaning supplies, such as poop remover and a handheld vacuum, is a good idea. You will also need to purchase a cuttlebone for calcium; this is particularly important for female Cockatiels, who can get egg binding problems (females will lay eggs without a male; they'll just be unfertilized). | Consider if a Cockatiel is the right pet for you. Purchase a cage. Purchase the other supplies you'll need. Buy extra supplies (optional). |
Scotch flavors tend to vary a bit depending on the region in Scotland where they were produced. While this is not a hard and fast rule, Speyside and Highlands scotches are generally more fruity and sweet than other types of scotch. Speyside and the Highlands are both home to large numbers of distilleries, so you can expect quite a bit of variation between bottles. Experiment with different Speysides and Highlands until you find one you like. If you like whiskey that feels light and smooth and has a floral or grassy finish, Lowlands scotch is a good choice. These malt whiskeys are known for being gentler than many other types of scotch, and they make excellent aperitifs. There are only a few operating distilleries in the Lowlands today. The 2 oldest and most famous distilleries currently in business in the region are Auchentoshan and Glenkinchie. Like most scotches, Lowlands whiskeys are single malts, meaning that they are made with malted barley from a single distillery. Malting involves letting the grain germinate in water before fermentation. Most scotches tend to have a milder flavor than other malts because of the special double or triple distillation process they go through. Generally, they have an alcohol content of about 40% (80-proof). These regions are known for producing whiskeys with strong, complex flavors, often with overtones of smoke, peat, and salt. These are good choices if you don't like sweet or floral drinks, but they may be overwhelming for a first-time whiskey drinker. Islay scotches are known for their strong flavors, which come from the peat fuel that is used during the malting process. Some of the most famous Islay scotches distilleries are Lagavulin, Ardbeg, and Laphroaig. For a somewhat lighter flavor, try a Bruichladdich scotch. Islands scotches are also peaty, but are milder and sweeter than Islay scotches. Try a Tobermory or Highland Park, or choose an Arran bottle for a lighter and fruitier taste. Choose Talisker for a smoky and peaty taste. Campbeltown scotches are complex and slightly salty, with peaty notes similar to those found in Islay's. The major distilleries are Glen Scotia, Longrow, and Springbank. | Choose a Speyside or Highlands scotch if you want a sweeter flavor. Try a Lowlands scotch if you prefer a lighter body. Opt for Islay, Islands, or Campbeltown if you like strong or peaty flavors. |
Set your oven to high to get your cast iron skillet very hot. This is essential for this method of cooking because the heat from the skillet will finish cooking your meat, not the heat from the stove's burners. Applying butter, oil, or cooking spray will prevent your meat from sticking to the bottom of your skillet, especially if you are using a dry rub. Make sure not to put butter or oil in the skillet for too long while you're preheating because it could burn and make your London Broil inedible. Briefly cook each side of meat, making sure that there is a dark black or brown caramelization on each side. Overcooking the meat in the skillet will make it overly chewy. Create a tent over your cast iron skillet with a large piece of tin foil. The heat from the skillet should finish cooking the meat. Once you wait 5-10 minutes, make sure to test the internal temperature of your London Broil with a meat thermometer. | Heat you cast iron skillet for three minutes. Apply butter, oil, or spray to your skillet. Cook your meat for three minutes on both sides. Tent your skillet with tin foil and remove it from the heat for 5 minutes. Finished. |
This makeshift whisk will make a big mess if you don't have a large enough bowl. Make sure your mixture is in a bowl much larger than its volume. Chopsticks are less unlikely to damage your container, but be aware of your whisking so that you don't scrape the bottom and ruin your container. Chopsticks are a great choice because they often come connected, saving you the step of taping them together. You’ll want to use the ends that have some separation in between them to get the most out of your whisk. The disadvantage of using chopsticks is that they don't add as much air to your mixture as a traditional whisk or a makeshift fork whisk would. Take your chopsticks as-is and place the separated end in the mixture. Use your wrist to make fast, circular motions and thoroughly combine your mixture. Continue to whisk until the lumps have been eliminated. | Use the right container. Find a pair of chopsticks. Whisk your mixture. |
. If you want a boy to love you, then you have to look like a fun person to be around. Whenever he sees you, you should have a big smile on your face, do something silly, and be giggling or laughing with a group of friends. If you're a fun person, you'll become magnetic, and more people will want to hang around you because it'll be a guaranteed good time. Be adventurous. Fun people are okay with going out of their comfort zones to have a good time. Are you afraid of riding a unicycle, learning to do the foxtrot, or going hiking? Well, transfer your fear into positive energy, and you'll get more out of life. Don't be afraid to be goofy or just plain silly. You don't have to be an aloof model type to get a guy to fall in love with you. Show that you don't take yourself too seriously by wearing silly t-shirts, dressing up for theme parties, and even telling jokes that make people groan. Just look like you're having a good time. Be the person that everyone at the party gravitates toward by being animated, gesturing, and being excited whenever an old friend walks through the door. If you look like the most fun person in the room, your boy will notice you for sure. Your body language can be essential in grabbing your guy's attention. Your body can get your guy interested before you even say a word, so it's important to get it right and not send him the wrong message from across the room. Here's how you can get a guy's attention with a few subtle moves: Don't be afraid to make eye contact. Lock eyes with the boy, let him know you see him, and then smile and look away. Don't stare -- just make eye contact for long enough to get the guy's attention. You can also try raising your eyebrows at him for a quick second to get his attention. Don't cross your arms over your chest. Keep them at your sides or use them to gesture. This will make you look open and approachable. Stand tall. Good posture will show that you're confident, and that you're comfortable with being who you are. Tilt your head. Tilting your head shows interest in a conversation and let's him know you are engaged and listening. Don't be afraid to blush. Blushing is caused by blood rushing to the cheeks which makes them a pink or red color. This is attractive because it mimics the body's response to sexual activity, and is believed to be an evolutionary adaptation to attract the opposite sex. You can try creating this effect with some pink blush and red lipstick. Go easy with the make up so you don't end up looking garish. If you want the guy to start falling in love with you, you have to show that you're interested by flirting a bit. You don't have to come on too strong to be able to keep up light banter with the guy, tease him a bit, and just be playful when you talk to the boy. Keep up a light banter. If he says something quick and funny, don't just laugh -- fire back an equally cute and funny comment. Then you can laugh to show him how much you're enjoying the conversation. Tease him. If you and the guy are comfortable enough with each other, then you can gently tease him for one of his interests -- like his obsession with his dog or guitar -- or even lightly poke fun at something he's wearing while obviously letting him know he looks good. If you really want to flirt, touch him lightly on the shoulder from time to time to get closer to him. Many guys find soft touches attractive. If a boy falls in love with you, then he has to think that you're completely special in some way. Otherwise, why should he love you and not someone else? Let him know what makes you a unique person who is worth loving. Be yourself. Let him see who you really are, even if you think you're a bit nerdy, a bit shy, or just afraid to really open up to any boy. He can't love you if he doesn't really know you. Open up. Let him know a bit more about your dreams or your fears. You should only do this once you get to know him better. If you've always wanted to be a pastry chef or event planner, let him know. Talk about your interests. Let him know what makes you want to get up in the morning -- whether it's learning French, volunteering at the local homeless shelter, or just spending time with your best friends. | Be fun Work your body. Be cute. Flirt with him. Let him see what makes you special. |
More and more gyms are offering pole dancing classes as a creative way to get fit. Call yours to see if they offer one. You can also find out if fitness center chains that are known to offer pole dancing classes are in your area. Many independent teachers offer pole dancing classes in local gyms and dance studios too, so it's worth checking to see if anyone offers lessons near you. If you can't find anyone to teach you this challenging activity, then you can even buy a pole to install at home. If you want to pole dance in the comforts of your own home, then get a free-standing pole that you can install in your home after carefully following the instructions. The pole should be completely fitted to your ceiling and floor and should be secured in a place that gives you lots of space to move around. Test the security of the pole before use. As you prepare to pole dance, wear comfortable clothes that expose your arms and legs. Baring your skin will allow you to get a much better grip on the pole with your arms and legs so that you can perform these moves safely. You can wear heels if you're comfortable with the pole and want to feel sexy. If you’re new to pole dancing, wear sneakers to get a good grip on the pole. For even better foot grips, try going barefoot. Avoid putting any oils or lotions on your body before you begin to pole dance. This will make you slide from the pole and can even be dangerous. Wipe down the pole before you use it to get rid of any oils or grease that may have accumulated from a previous session. before you begin the class or exercise. Just as you would before any other form of exercise, you should do some light stretching to warm before you begin to pole dance. Stand straight and then bend down to touch your toes, roll your neck and shoulders, and stretch your hamstrings by pulling one foot back with your toes touching your butt until you feel a nice stretch on each hamstring. Pull back your fingers with your palms facing away from you to stretch your wrists. Your fingers and wrists will need to be warmed up to grip the pole. | Choose a location. Pole dance from home. Wear clothing that exposes your skin and arms. Avoid body oil or lotion when pole dancing. Stretch |
Develop a routine that suits your schedule, and the more you follow that routine, the more comfortable the environment will feel. If you prefer to work out in the off-hours, continue doing that, or try a workout during peak times once you feel comfortable enough to do so. Working out at the same time every day or week will also help you recognize regulars and employees and find more friendly faces. Once you've established a basic routine with the classes and exercises that fit your needs, let yourself become confident in these activities before trying to master too many new things. Adding in new activities gradually will help keep you from getting overwhelmed and discouraged. Feeling clueless and trying to figure out what to do each time you go to the gym can be a source of anxiety. If you’re having a hard time finding a groove when working out, a personal trainer can help you figure out a routine that works best for you. Having someone guide you through the workout process helps you know that you’re doing the exercises right and can boost your confidence. Even just five sessions can teach you some new exercises and take some of the guesswork and stress out of working out. | Find a time that works for you and stick with it. Build up your skills and comfort level before adding new elements to your workout. Sign up for a personal trainer. |
Tell them you have a counterfeit. to the seller. If it is a store or a business, contact them for a refund. If they refuse, file a report with the Better Business Bureau or your country's equivalent. If it is a street vendor, report them to your local authorities. And if it is an online seller, such as at an auction site, report them to the coordinating party and leave negative feedback. You can also report a seller of counterfeits to the studio's anti-piracy department. | Go back to the manufacturer or store that sold you the DVD. Complain |
While “synthesizer” is used synonymously with “electronic musical instrument,” the synthesizer is the part of the electronic instrument that produces the actual music: the beats, the rhythms, and the tones. Early synthesizers, such as the Moog Minimoog, were capable of producing only one tone at a time (monophonic). These synthesizers could not produce the secondary tones that other musical instruments could, although some synthesizers could produce two pitches at once if two keys were pressed. From the mid-1970s on, synthesizers that can produce multiple tones at once (polyphonic) have been available, allowing you to produce chords as well as individual notes. Most early synthesizers were separate from the means used to control the sounds they made. Many electronic musical instruments, particularly those for casual home use, now feature the synthesizer physically integrated with its control unit. The earliest synthesizers were controlled by flipping switches, turning knobs, or in the case of the Theremin (what the Etherophone was renamed), by where the operator's hands were positioned over the instrument. Modern controllers come in more musician-friendly varieties and control the synthesizer through the Musical Instrumental Digital Interface (MIDI) standard. Some of the controllers are described below: Keyboard. This is the most common synthesizer controller. Keyboards range in size from the full 88-key (7-octave) keyboard found on digital pianos to as few as 25 keys (2 octaves) on a toy-sized keyboard. Keyboards for home use typically have 49, 61, or 76 keys (4, 5, or 6 octaves). Some keyboards feature weighted keys to simulate the responsiveness of a piano, while others feature spring-loaded keys, and still others combine springs with lighter weights than fully weighted keys.. Many feature touch sensitivity, where the hardness of the keys (how hard they are struck) determines how loud the sound generated is. Mouthpiece/wind controller. This controller is found on a wind synthesizer, an electronic instrument designed similar to a soprano saxophone, clarinet, recorder, or trumpet. You blow into it to regulate the sound, which can be modified by using your thumb or jaw in certain ways. MIDI guitar. This is software that lets you use your acoustic or electric guitar, with a pickup, to control a synthesizer. MIDI guitars work by attempting to convert string vibrations into digital data. There is often a delay between the input and output because of the amount of sampling necessary to create the digitized sound. SynthAxe: No longer made, the SynthAxe worked by dividing the fretboard into 6 diagonal zones and used the strings as sensors. How much bending the strings were subjected to determined the tone generated. Keytar: This controller is shaped like the body and neck of a guitar, but has a 3-octave keyboard on the guitar body and other sound-manipulating controls on the neck. Inspired by an 18th-century instrument called the orphica, it offers players the control of a keyboard and the mobility of a guitar. Electronic drum pads: Introduced in 1971, electronic drum pads are usually available in kits similar to that of acoustic drums, including cymbals. Early versions played pre-recorded samples, while later versions create the sounds mathematically. Used with headphones, it is possible to play an electronic drum kit so that only the player hears the sound it makes. Radio drum. Originally intended for use as a three-dimensional “mouse,” the radio drum senses the position of its two sticks in three dimensions, varying the sound produced according to where on the “drum” surface it is touching. BodySynth. This was a wearable controller that used muscle tension and body movement to control sound and lighting. It was intended for use by dancers and performance artists, but in many cases was too difficult to control. Simpler forms of the BodySynth have used gloves or shoes to serve as control units. | Make electronic music with a synthesizer. Manipulate the synthesizer with the instrument controller. |
Letting out your feelings of guilt, remorse, and self-hate may help you to ultimately let go. Simply putting pen to paper may make it easier to see what you want, who you want to be, and how you hope to move forward. You don't need to worry about spelling, grammar, or even making sense when you journal. Just think of it as a way to work out what you're feeling, which may be messy. Journal about the incident and who you hurt. Think about any other similar incidents that have happened recently and their consequences. Conversely, write also about what you want to do to make it better. Focus on things that you believe you change about yourself. Create a daily journal as a stress reliever. Take five minutes out of your day to evaluate your actions and what you want to do better. Focus on how you can make your friendships, relationships with family, and your interactions with others better. While you can't change the past, you can control your own actions for the future. If you dwell in the past, then you will not be able to forgive yourself. Prioritize the present and show your love to others. Communicate that you care about those most important in your life. Make them feel special by complimenting them, and telling them in words what you think they are doing well. Spend more time with those you value in your life. Talk with them about what you’re feeling. Get their advice about how to move forward. If you continue to feel depressed, upset, or guilt-ridden for weeks or longer, then consider talking with a professional who can help you cope with your feelings and provide pathways for self-forgiveness. Find if your health insurance provider has a list of therapists that are in-network. You may be able to get some affordable options through your health insurance. Seek out local therapists or counseling centers in your community. Ask about sliding scale or low cost options. Consider joining a support group. There are many kinds of support groups depending on what you’re facing — depression, grief and loss, divorce, and many others. This can help you feel less alone in your feelings of guilt. . If you are finding it difficult to forgive yourself, you may be someone who is very self-critical in general. If this is the case, it may be beneficial to learn ways to quiet that nagging, critical voice that wants to remind you that you messed up or tell you you're not good enough. Journaling and listing your positive qualities can help you begin to address those negative thoughts. Realize that your negative thoughts are not necessarily the truth. Just because you are thinking "I'm a terrible friend," that doesn't make it true. Try making a list of all the ways that you have been a good friend in the past. Soften your criticism. It is good to be self-critical sometimes, but not to the point where you can't move forward and forgive yourself, or if it is ruining your self-esteem. When you think "I'm a terrible friend," stop and restate it in a softer (and more truthful) way. "I hurt my friend's feelings, but it was unintentional and I have apologized. I'm a human and I make mistakes." When you begin to criticize yourself, ask yourself if you would say those things to a friend. Would you ever tell your friend they were a terrible person because they made a mistake? Treat yourself like you are your own best friend. This may sound strange, but reframing the way you look at mistakes or guilt can help you forgive yourself and grow. Remind yourself that every mistake is an opportunity to learn, and to be grateful for that tool as a way of growing. Tell yourself, "I am thankful for the opportunity to make mistakes, to learn, to grow, and to become a better person." If you feel like you can't make amends with the person you’ve hurt, but are still emotionally hurting, then give back to others as a way to make amends. Give you time, money, or resources to communities in need and those who could benefit from your support. Even if you can't fix the hurt between you and the person, you can possibly make a difference in someone else's life. Consider ways to volunteer and give back to these groups: Local non-profits Neighbors or people in need within your neighborhood Faith-based groups such as your local church or place of worship Co-workers or classmates who are having a difficult time | Write about your feelings. Strengthen your relationships moving forward. Seek counseling. Quiet your inner critic Turn guilt into gratitude. Be charitable. |
Throw a colored tablecloth over a fold-out table and accent it with twinkly lights or ribbons. Place it to the side in 1 room but make sure people can see it by placing a balloon bouquet or some bunting nearby. Keep the decorations neutral and let the grad's accomplishments take the spotlight. Prop up the grad's diploma on your table and lay out any awards or trophies they might have from academics, sports, or other extracurriculars. Set out pictures from their time at school for guests to look at. If the grad has a letterman's jacket, you can hang it nearby or fold it up and place it on the table. Find as many wallet-sized yearbook pictures of the grad as you can and attach them to a piece of construction paper or cardstock with blue painter's tape (which is easily removable). Prop up the collage on the table for guests to enjoy. Besides yearbook pictures, you can use any photos you like of the grad playing sports, hanging out with friends, smiling with family, or studying. Fun photos will add a bit more personality to the table, which would otherwise be just awards and a diploma. Another creative way to display the grad's achievements is on a bulletin board. Decorate it with paper, ribbons, and other decorations in your color scheme, then tack up a few pictures, pins, or paper certificates. Prop it up on the table or hang it on the wall behind. You can add pictures of the grad to the bulletin board, or even use it to hang up a picture collage. Some grads receive pins from sports, classes, or national achievement organizations. This is a great place to display these too--simply stick them in the corkboard. Place some colored tissue paper in a small basket. Make a label by folding a piece of cardstock in half and writing “Cards” on the front. Place the basket on a nearby table, or on the same one if you have room, for guests to drop off cards or other gifts for the grad. Set the folded label in front. For a unique, creative alternative, lay open an old-fashioned suitcase and string the word “Cards” across the top. This is especially great if the grad is planning on travelling or heading away for school! | Set out a decorated table on the edge of the main party room. Display the diploma and awards on the table. Make a collage of old yearbook photos to place on the table. Tack up pictures and paper awards on a decorated corkboard. Collect cards and gifts in a basket or a cute, open suitcase. |
Take out any furniture, rugs, decor, and anything else from the room so they’re not in the way and they don't get any dust or dirt on them. Make sure the rooms on both sides of the wall are completely empty. Be sure to take down anything that may be hanging on the wall as well. Once the rooms are clear, put down enough plastic tarp to cover all of the floors and baseboards so they’re protected from any dust, dirt, and debris that may get on them from the wall being knocked down. Use masking tape to seal the edges of the tarp and connect them to the other walls. You can also use plastic drop cloths, but make sure there aren't any gaps between them. Find tarps and drop cloths at home improvement stores, paint supply stores, and online. Taking down the wall can release a lot of dust and dirt in the air, which can escape into adjacent rooms through the doorways. Use masking tape to hang plastic sheets over the entrances so the room is sealed and dust is contained inside of it. Tape the sheets to the top of the doorways so they hang down over the opening. Place towels or plastic sheets over the air vents in the room so dust isn't distributed to the other rooms in the building. Use masking tape to seal the edges of the vents. Keep any ceiling fans turned off to minimize the dust being shifted around. | Clear the rooms on both sides of the wall. Lay down a plastic tarp over the floor to protect it. Hang plastic sheeting in the doorways to block off the room. Cover any vents in the rooms to keep dust from escaping. |
Make sure that the Windows XP CD is inserted. Your computer needs to be set to boot from the CD drive first. In order to do this, you will have to enter the BIOS setup. To access the BIOS, hit the Setup button as soon as your computer's manufacturer's logo appears. The key is different from different manufacturers, but is generally either F2, F10, F12, or Del. The correct key will be displayed on the same screen as the logo. Once you are in the BIOS, navigate to the Boot menu. Set the 1st Boot Device as the CD drive. Depending on your BIOS and setup, this could also be called the DVD drive, the Optical drive, or CD/DVD drive. Save your changes and exit the BIOS. This will cause the computer to reboot. Once the manufacturer's screen has disappeared, a message will appear that says “Press any key to boot from CD…” Press any key on the keyboard to start the install process. If you do not press a key, then the computer will boot from the hard drive as usual. If you only have one install, it will be automatically highlighted. Press R to begin the repair process. Windows will begin copying files, and then reboot the computer automatically. It will then begin the repair install. You will be asked to confirm the date and time as well as a few other basic questions. Most of the time, the default option is acceptable. Towards the end of the installation, you will be asked to enter the product key. Windows will check to make sure it is a valid key before proceeding. After installation, you will have to authorize your copy of Windows online or over the phone. The Product Activation wizard will appear when you log into your newly repaired copy. If you have an internet connection, then you should be able to authenticate your copy by clicking a button. Once the installation is complete, you will be taken to your repaired install of Windows. Because certain system files were replaced, some of your installed programs may not function, and may need to be reinstalled. Some of your devices may need to have their drivers reinstalled. To see which devices are not installed properly, open the Start Menu and right-click My Computer. Select the Hardware Tab, and then click Device Manager. If there are devices with a yellow exclamation point, then they may need their drivers reinstalled. Your personal data and documents should be untouched with a repair install. Verify that everything is where it should be. | Reboot your computer. Start the installation. Select your previous installation. Enter the Product Key. Check your programs. |
People with social anxiety often feel as if they have nothing to talk to other people about. A little planning prior to social engagements can eliminate this worry, so conversation will come much easier. Try new things and develop new hobbies. Even if it's just a casual interest, it will give you something fun to talk about. Brushing up on world events is also a great way to always have something new to talk about. If you're worried about being out of practice when it comes to making conversation, try practicing with people that you never plan on seeing again. Make small talk with the person standing in front of you at the post office or sitting next to you on the bus. This kind of practice will help you feel much more comfortable when it comes time to talk to people who you want to become friends with. The more often you do this, the easier it will get. Try to engage with different types of people and talk about different topics all the time. This will give you lots of practice in different situations. Another way to practice your social skills is to find someone you know who is willing to help you out and do some role playing. Enact a social situation that would typically make you anxious, and ask your partner to give you feedback on how you handled the situation. Your partner can be anyone you feel comfortable with, but it's best to choose someone who has strong social skills. Instruct your partner to pay attention to your body language as well as your conversation skills. This can help you get valuable feedback about things like eye contact or nervous twitches. As you begin talking to more and more people, you will eventually encounter some people who do not want to talk to you. This rejection may be hard to accept at first, but do your best to move on and continue talking to new people. Remind yourself that the other person is missing out by not talking to you. Keep in mind that the other person may be having a bad day or may be distracted. There's a good chance that the reason they don't want to talk has nothing at all to do with you. | Have things to talk about. Practice social interactions with strangers. Try role playing. Don't let rejection get you down. |
Lift the sofa forward so the back faces straight up into the air. Many upholstered sofas have a detachable back panel that you can lift to expose the inner frame. Locate and unfasten the velcro strips or snaps that secure the fabric to the frame's base, then lift up the upholstered panel. Check the frames on each side of the sofa's seats for the locking levers. At each side of the sofa's main body, around where the top of the arm and back join, you should see a metal lever pointing in a downward position. If your sofa has a center console, you should see levers on the frames between it and the seats. If your sofa doesn't have detachable strips of fabric that expose the frame, stick your hands into the rear seams on the sofa's left and right sides. Check the seams between the center console and seats, if any are present. Feel within the seams for the locking lever pointed in a down position. Use a flat head screwdriver or, in a pinch, your fingertips to loosen and raise each lever and release the seat backs. After unlocking the levers, return the sofa to its normal position and carefully lift the back out of its frame. If your sofa has a pair of seats divided by a center console, lift each individual seat and console back out of its housing. | Tilt the sofa forward and lift the rear upholstery strip. Locate the rear locking levers. Feel for the locking levers between the rear seams. Lift the locking levers to release the seat backs. |
If you are an adult, you must live in Texas for a full year, 12 months consecutively, to be counted as a Texas resident in the eyes of universities. In order to establish the start of this year, get utility bills in your name, just as you would to get your driver's license or ID from the state of Texas. This will prove that you have established a domicile in Texas on that date. If you have lived in Texas for longer than a year then you are already a resident in the eyes of the university system of Texas. Dependents, meaning someone who is still financially supported by their parents or guardians, can prove residency in ways other than a year of living and working in Texas. The ways to prove the residency of a dependent include: Graduate from a Texas high school in the year before you intend to attend a Texas university. You need to have been enrolled in that school for the three years prior to graduation for your graduation to establish residency. Be claimed on your parent's income tax as a dependent, if they themselves are residents of Texas. This means that they need to have been working in Texas for the year before you intend to begin college. Conversely, be sure you are not claimed as a dependent if they live outside the state of Texas and you reside within. Follow that institutions instructions for proving your residency in a timely manner, in other words before your school year begins. Your residency status has a huge impact on the amount of tuition that you are required to pay to go to college, so you don't want any unforeseen problems arising at the last moment. | Be a legal resident for one year. Establish residency differently if you are a dependent. Show your proof of residency to the registrar at the university you are applying to. |
Not every average task or incident will need detailed instructions for handling or carrying out. Prioritize the tasks or procedures that need to be done with consistency, such as payroll or scheduling. When deciding which procedures to outline in detail, consider the following: is the procedure lengthy or complex? Would the consequences of doing it incorrectly be severe? Have there been recent important changes implemented to it? Does the procedure require any extensive or important paperwork? Are employees frequently confused by it? Before you can detail the procedure, you will need to know every step and aspect of it. Consider employee questions that have been raised in the past, and issues you may have already encountered. Even once you have all the information, you will want to stick to the basics when writing the procedure itself. Think about what the reader or employee will need to be able to understand and carry out the procedure. Use an active voice when writing the procedures themselves. Try to avoid being too wordy. Make sure you aren't using language that isn't easily understood, including any jargon that an employee might not understand yet. For example, rather than saying “The pay stubs must then be filed with accounting,” you might say something like “File the pay stubs with accounting.” | Determine which tasks need detailed, outlined procedures. Collect necessary information for each procedure. Use all information to write clear procedures. |
Fill your sink with a few drops of dish soap and run some warm water. Then, remove the grates and burner caps from the stove and place them in the water to soak. This will help soften any stuck on food particles. Use mild dish soap such as Dawn or Palmolive. Any soap you would typically use to hand wash dishes will work. Use a paper towel or dry dishtowel to wipe up any loose bits of dried food on the stovetop itself. There is no need to scrub at this stage, the goal is simply to clear any food debris from the area you want to clean. Examine the fuel ports of all the burners. Sometimes, burnt bits of food can clog the fuel ports, preventing your stove from lighting properly or creating a burning hazard. To clear any food material, use a small object such as a paperclip to pick any burnt food out of the port. If there are lots of food bits blocking the port, you can use a dry toothbrush to gently brush debris away from the port. Use the scrubbing side of a wet sponge and a few drops of dish soap to scrub the stovetop. Work in circular motions to remove stubborn spills, wringing and rewetting sponge as it gets dirty. Be careful not to use too much water when cleaning the stovetop, as it can make the fuel ports saturated. Wring your sponge regularly while cleaning. If the fuel ports get too wet, they will temporarily have trouble igniting. When they dry out, this problem will resolve. When you’re finished cleaning the stove with the soap, rinse the sponge completely. Then wipe the stovetop once more with just water to rinse. Dry with a clean dishtowel. Use your scrubbing sponge to clean the grates and burner caps that have been soaking in the soapy solution in the sink. The food bits on them should have softened and will come off easily. Rinse them with plain water once you’ve scrubbed off all food bits, drying with a clean dishtowel. | Remove grates and burner caps. Wipe the stove with a dry cloth to remove loose food particles. Clear the fuel ports and remove any blockages. Scrub the stovetop with dish soap and water. Rinse the stovetop with water and dry with a clean towel. Scrub grates and burner caps with soap and water. |
Bears are attracted to hiking trails and salmon streams. You'll also find them near animal carcasses. Similarly, a back-country fire pit may attract bears if previous campers left food. Avoid all of these areas when you are setting up your camp. Pick an open area to set up camp, where you can spot bears and they can see you. Separate your sleeping space and your cooking space with at least an American-sized football field. To measure it out, count 120 steps from your sleeping area. That will keep the bears as far away from your sleeping area as possible so you stay safe. Food scents are one of the main draws for bears. If you cook fresh food, you're more likely to draw a bear your way. Eat foods like beef jerky, dried fruit, canned soup, and canned chicken to keep you going instead of cooking foods like hot dogs over an open fire. However, bears have a very acute sense of smell, so sticking to these types of foods will not be a deterrent by itself. Choose containers specifically made for camping with bears to store your food. These containers are sturdy enough to keep bears out, and you can find them at camping and sporting good stores. They also mask scents so you're less likely to attract bears. Alternatively, use airtight containers to hide the scent of the food. Do not store food in your tent, as that may encourage a bear to come rummaging around while you're sleeping. Store food in campers, trailers, or vehicles, which bears will have more trouble getting into. If you're camping in the backwoods, lock any food away in a bear-proof container and hang it 10 feet (3.0 m) from the ground. Swing it out at least 4 feet (1.2 m) from other branches and the trunk. Similarly, if you've cooked in your clothes, change them before going to bed. Place your food-scented clothes in a bear-proof container. Food is not the only thing that will attract a bear. Almost any strong smell can entice a bear to come rummaging around, including perfumes and soaps. Place items like soap, deodorant, insect repellent, and toothpastes in the same areas you keep your food. Better yet, try to leave scented items at home, and pick unscented items when possible. Don't leave food you're eating lying around, as that could attract local bears. Similarly, pick up any food scraps that land around your campground, and put them in the trash. Wipe down any cooking surfaces with soapy, warm water, then rinse it off with clean water. When camping in a campground with others, take your trash to the campground's main trash before turning in for the night. That way, a bear will be less likely to visit your camp. Strain the food out of your dishwater before disposing of the water. Put the food bits in with your trash. When camping in the backwoods or back country, hang your trash from a tree along with your food. Hang it at least 10 feet (3.0 m) in the air, away from the trunk and other branches. Never bury or burn food garbage, as bears will find it. | Choose a campsite away from areas that are likely to attract bears. Set up your cooking area at least 100 yards (91 m) from your tents. Cut down on food smells by eating canned or dried food. Store food in bear-proof containers. Hide away fragrant items that may attract bears. Clean up your cooking area after you finish eating. Take your food trash away from your camp before bed. |
Your dependability will initially be tested with small things. Even if these things seem insignificant, they matter when you’re trying to develop trust. For example, always return things that you borrow undamaged. If you say you are going to be somewhere, show up and be on time. When you say you’re going to do something, no matter how small, do it. Every time you prove that you’re dependable, trust grows. No one is perfect. Occasionally you are going to be late, lose a borrowed book, or forget about something you said you would do. When this happens, apologize and own up to it immediately. If you have to break plans that you have made with someone, then make sure to call and let the person know as soon as possible. Try not to do this too often though because it can have a negative effect on your relationship if you are always canceling at the last minute. Prove that you can be trusted by respecting their privacy. Never share any confidential information that they give you. If you do, that person probably won't feel comfortable trusting you with their secrets again for a long time, if ever. The only time you should consider breaking a confidence is if the person is in some kind of life-threatening danger and you need to alert someone. Even then, the person will probably be angry with you for breaking their confidence. If this happens, apologize and explain that you only did it because you were truly worried about their safety. When someone learns that you've lied to them, they're naturally going to assume it will happen again. Be truthful with them, even when it's hard. If you think telling them the truth might hurt their feelings, try to find a considerate way to tell them. If you make a mistake, take responsibility and own up to it. Be upfront with them. Don't let them find out about it some other way. Work on showing that you’re an honest person – even if your friend isn't directly involved in the situation. If they witness you being honest about other things and with other people, it will make them feel like you’ll be honest with them, too. If you need to be honest with your friend about a difficult topic, try starting off like this, "Jen, I really love how our honest our friendship is, and I want to keep it that way. I need to talk to you about something..." You could also bring up the topic like this, "Eric, this is hard to tell you, but I'm your friend and I feel like you should know about this..." By sharing something personal with your friend, it shows that you feel a sense of trust around them. Relationships are give-and-take situations. Sometimes, in order to receive something, you have to demonstrate that you're willing to give it. By trusting them first, you are showing them it's safe for them to do the same thing. For example, you could ask for their advice about a personal problem you’re experiencing, or go to them for help on a project. You could start off by saying, "Danielle, I know I can trust you. I really need to talk to someone I trust about this..." You could also say, "Jim, this is kind of embarrassing, but I am failing algebra right now. If my parents knew, I'd be in serious trouble. You're great at algebra, do you think you could help me?" You might feel vulnerable at first, but learning to trust someone usually begins by putting yourself out there. | Be reliable. Keep their secrets confidential. Be honest. Trust them first. |
Put your phone in a drawer or keep it in your bag so you won't be tempted to use it. Additionally, stay off any other distracting electronic devices unless you need them to study. A grumbling stomach is distracting, so have yogurt, oatmeal, or fruit before you get to work. It's also a good idea to keep a granola bar, nuts, or trail mix handy in case you get hungry. Healthy snacks that are packed with protein and complex carbs give you the fuel you need to stay focused. Fruit, nuts, and whole grains are good choices. Avoid sweets and junk food, which will cause your blood sugar to spike and dip. Find a distraction-free spot, like a low-traffic part of your home or the library. Try to use that location (or a few regular locations) whenever you study. If you study in the same place over and over again, you'll unconsciously sense it's time to get to work when you arrive at that location. Additionally, study at a desk or table with enough room to spread out your study materials. Avoid studying in bed, since getting too comfortable can distract you from your studies. Keep your area neat, clean and organized, which can help you keep a clear mind. A messy space will make your mind feel cluttered, as well. Try to study in an area that has natural light, which can help energize your mind. If you have multiple assignments or subjects to study, work on 1 for an hour, then switch gears. Even if you're studying for a test and can't switch subjects, try to focus on 1 unit or topic for about an hour at a time. For example, if you're studying for a history test on World War II, review your notes on the events leading up to the war. Take a break to have a snack or stretch, then work on the European front. You could also review textbook chapter outlines for an hour, then switch to studying flashcards. Rather than try to force yourself to concentrate on 1 thing, you'll boost your efficiency and remember more if you mix up your tasks. If you get your toughest or most boring work out of the way, it'll be easier to study for a longer period of time. Tackle difficult tasks when you're fresh, and save your easiest assignments for when you start to run out of gas. For instance, if you're not a fan of chemistry, start your study session by doing practice problems for the quiz you have the next day. Once you've knocked that out, move on to the subjects you enjoy most. Playing music helps some people stay focused, but it doesn't work for everyone. If you don't find it distracting, listen to instrumental music while you study to keep your head in the game. Classical music is a good choice, since there are no distracting lyrics. You could also try listening to ambient tunes, electronic music, or nature sounds. To keep track of time, make an hour-long playlist instead of listening to random tracks. That way, you'll know when to take a break or switch to another subject. | Keep your phone out of sight and out of mind. Eat a healthy snack before you study. Choose a designated spot for studying. Mix up tasks and topics to prevent boredom. Study difficult subjects first to get them out of the way. Play music while you study if it helps you concentrate. |
If you look in between the holes in your tire you can see the rotor, which is the round metal part that your rubber wheel fits over. Many vehicles will have drum brakes on the rear wheels, which have brake shoes rather than brake pads. Find the long metal piece pressing up against the rotor. The large metal piece clamped to the side of the rotor is called the brake caliper. If you look inside of the caliper you should see a rubber lining. This rubber lining is your brake pads. This method is less accurate than taking your wheel off and measuring the brake pads. Make sure your car has been turned off for a while or it may still be hot. Shove a straw in between the caliper and the rotor. Continue pushing the straw until the straw hits the brake disc and comes to a stop. A vernier caliper is a measuring tool that's able to measure in small spaces where a ruler can't reach. Stick the end of the vernier caliper through the hole and read the top of the tool to get a measurement for your brake pads. You can purchase a vernier caliper at a hardware or automotive store or online. Use a marker to make a line where the straw and brake pad meet. Use a ruler or tape measure to measure the space between the end of the straw and your line. This will give you an approximation for how thick your brake pads are. The brake pad backing plate is about 5 millimetres (0.20 in)-thick, so you must subtract it from your number to get the accurate width of the brake pads. Your brake pads should be at least 1⁄3 inch (8.5 mm)-thick after you subtract 5 millimetres (0.20 in). if they are under 1⁄4 inch (6.4 mm)-thick. A new brake pad is usually around 1⁄2 inch (13 mm)-thick. Once it has worn half-way, you have to replace it soon. Brake pads that are 1⁄8 inch (3.2 mm)-thick should be immediately replaced and aren't safe to drive on. | Look in between the spokes and locate the rotor on the front brakes. Find the caliper next to the rotor. Push a straw in between the brake caliper and rotor. Use a vernier caliper to get a more accurate reading. Make a line on the straw with a pen and measure it. Subtract 5 millimetres (0.20 in) from the number. Replace your brake pads |
For this exercise, you want to place your forearms flat with your hands and wrists protruding off the edge of the bench. If you use a standard workout bench, you can simply kneel to the side of it in order to rest your forearms on the bench—just make sure to put something down to cushion your knees. In order to balance the weight, you want your hands roughly shoulder-width apart to form your grip on the barbell. To start, use a standard grip with your palms facing upward. Again, the ideal amount of weight is going to vary by person. You should aim for an amount that allows you to do twelve-to-fifteen repetitions before tiring out. The starting position is going to be with your wrists lowered so that the barbell is hanging low in your grip. With a slow, controlled motion, you want to curl the barbell up and toward you. By moving the barbell slowly, you maximize the gain on each repetition. You want to curl your wrists all the way, bringing the barbell as close to you while only using your wrists as possible, before letting it back down. At the apex of this motion, you will feel the hard squeeze in your forearms. As with the individual wrists routine, you want to do twelve-to-fifteen reps in your set before stopping. If you cannot do this many, try curling less weight. This is another workout that you can do with either upward or downward curls. To work a different forearm muscle group, turn your arms over on the bench so your palms face downward. Then lift the barbell back up and do the curls so you can see the backs of your hands. | Sit with your forearms down on a flat bench. Lift up the barbell with both hands. Lower your wrists. Curl the barbell up and toward you. Do 12-15 repetitions. Flip your arms over and do the curls downward. |
You can roast any cut of goat meat by cubing it and threading it onto skewers. If you'd rather roast a whole leg, that's fine, too. You need two pounds of goat meat, not including the weight of the bone. In a large bowl, mix the yogurt, orange juice and all of the spices. Add the goat meat to the bowl and coat it completely with the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate it overnight, or for at least four hours. This lower temperature will cook the meat slowly, allowing time for it to tenderize. Place the meat in the middle of a sheet of aluminum foil. Gather the edges to create a roasting pouch that won't leak. This will trap moisture against the meat so that it won't dry out. Place the pouch in a roasting pan or on a baking sheet. When the hour is up, check the meat to see whether it is fall-apart tender. It should come apart easily when poked with a fork. If it holds together, return the meat to the oven to roast for another half hour. This traditional Caribbean dish tastes delicious with classic rice and peas or another starchy side dish. | Choose goat meat to roast. Marinate the goat meat. Preheat the oven to 300° F (150° C). Wrap the meat in foil. Roast the meat for one hour. Serve the meat with rice and peas. |
Before the negative event, what was going well? Find something that was on the upswing that is related to the bad news. It's important to present this first. Do not ever present the bad news first. If you do that, the audience will often focus on that and you will lose their attention – they won't even hear the good news. Give them something interesting so they’ll want to hear more. After the initial good news, lead directly into the bad news. Don't segue with "and now the bad news" or you’ll deflate the positive impact the previous good news brought. When you state the bad news try to be somewhat monotonic in nature but don't waiver and don't be apologetic. You’ve stated exactly what happened. Now, most importantly, what did you learn from it? Bad things do happen; accept it. But you can use those events to improve. This is most commonly called a post-mortem analysis. Done properly, such an analysis can lead to dramatic improvements. When you present your summary of the post-mortem, you will be telling the audience how this negative event poses a future benefit. Yes, it happened. No, it wasn't a good thing. No, you’re not trying to dodge responsibility. Your objective is to state the news and nothing but the news. You’re simply going to put it in such a way that the audience recognizes you as a person of integrity. When done properly it's likely you’ll get a round of applause by using this method. Instead of a blame fixer, be a problem fixer. Don't try to assign the bad news to someone - not even to yourself. Quibbling over who did what to whom behind which barn isn't going to solve anything. We were having a good day, something bad happened, here's what we're doing about it. | Identify the good news. Present the facts. Outline the positive results. Avoid excuses. Avoid finger-pointing. |
You’ve grieved and you’ve used your time to honestly consider the relationship. You have learned to honor your emotional limits as well as to challenge them. You have begun to let people in and you have found your voice. Now it is time to move on. Honor your loved one's life by living your own. His love impacted you because of how he lived, not how he died. Continue his legacy of love and live by giving yourself to the paths of love and life in front of you. Too often, people allow their grief to drain them of the best characteristics they shared with the one who passed. Instead, let their love with you continue on by allowing them a happy place in your memories. Learn to smile again and laugh again when recalling your loved one. They can continue to bring you joy in those memories. Humor heals. While it is important to give yourself time to heal from the broken relationship, at some point you will feel ready to let someone else in. However, you don't want to be the one carrying old baggage into a new relationship, whether the relationship is friendship or romantic. Think about whether you are free from thoughts about this former love. If you still think of him even a couple of times a day, then you could still find yourself in a rebound relationship. Even rebound friendships can be a problem because you are experiencing a temporary gap in your emotional needs and may be gravitating to someone who fills that need. But this relationship will not likely be a good overall fit. In fact, he truly may have nothing else to offer you. Are you able to go to places you used to frequent with your former love and not immediately think of him? If your world still screams his name, then you probably need more time. Until you are ready, it is okay to avoid places that still sting of the person you are learning to let go of. But keep in mind that pain is layered. While avoidance is okay in the beginning, eventually you’ll want to challenge yourself to heal completely. Consider revisiting old venues with a trusted friend. Then you can start to create new memories and associations. Start with where you are comfortable, and slowly begin to rewrite your own memories and stories. Those places can still be special. When that one song comes on the radio, do you still think of that person? If so, it may be too early to move on. You may need to reclaim that memory by tying it to new experiences. Try sharing the song with your friends and ask them to help you give it new meaning. Make it funny. Remember, humor heals. If you love the view from a certain restaurant, then meet a few of your best friends there. Laugh, enjoy yourself and start connecting that place to joy again. Peel back the layers bit by bit, and give them new and positive meanings in your life. When someone says your former loved one's name, do you still feel a stab of pain? When you notice that feeling of pain, remind yourself that you wish him well. It may seem silly, but this can help reprogram your automatic thoughts about that person. If you were to run into your former love with his new love, how strong would your emotional reaction be? Would seeing him happy feel hurtful for you? Are you free to be happy for him? Have you let him go? A little bruising is to be expected, and like a physical wound, you may be healed, fully functional and ready to get back out there. Just make sure it's no more than a little bruise before you do. | Live your own life. Determine if you’re still in the rebound phase. Figure out how much you think of this person. Tie memories to new experiences. Monitor how you react when someone says your loved one’s name. Gauge your emotional reaction if you see your former love. |
If the soil is too dry, it will soak up all of the water from the jug before you leave on your trip. By the time you get back, there may not even be any water left in the jug. Water the soil before making the string drip system to avoid this issue. Position the jug so that it is out of direct sunlight; this will reduce the amount of evaporation. If you are only going for a few days and have a small plant, a mason jar will be enough. Don't fill the jug with water yet. This method will keep your plants watered for up to a week. The twine needs to be long enough to extend from the bottom of the jug to the base of the plant. If you can't find cotton or nylon twine, or if it is too thin, braid 3 strips of cotton fabric together, and use that instead. The string must be able to hold water. If it can't hold water, this method won't work. The string must reach the bottom of the jug. If you wish to water more than 1 plant, it might be a good idea to set up more jugs, 1 for each plant. This way, you won't run into the risk of the jug running out of water while you are away. If you have a few plants that don't require a lot of water, such as succulents, you might be able to get away with a single jug for 2 or 3 plants. Even if the jug does run out of water, your plants may still survive because of their water-retaining properties. The string needs to be about 3 inches (7.62 centimeters) deep. Also, make sure that the string is out of direct sunlight. Partial sun is fine, but if there is too much sunlight, the string will dry out before it can get the water to the plant. If your plants need fertilizer, you can also add some liquid fertilizer into the water at this time. If your plant is in a sunny spot, consider putting a piece of duct tape over the mouth of the jug; be careful not to cover the string, however. This will help slow down the rate of evaporation. If the jug is too low, put it on top of a book, a block, or an upturned pot to raise it up a little. This way, the water will be able to drip down the string. | Saturate the soil before you begin. Place a gallon-sized (3.79-liter) jug next to your plant. Cut a long piece of cotton or nylon twine. Place 1 end of the string into the jug. Poke the other end of the string into the soil at the base of the plant. Fill the jug with water. Make sure that the mouth of the jug is above the base of the plant. |
When preparing to look good for school, it's important to think about how you're going to spend your day and plan ahead. Your "look" for the day may need to be tailored for specific details. If it's a school day, does your school have a dress code? Will you be outdoors or indoors? What is the weather like? Do you need to layer for temperature changes? A presentation, evening event, science lab, or extracurricular activity could also affect what you choose to wear that day. You look better and happier when you are comfortable. Throughout high school you are still growing, so always make sure you have enough clothes that fit. Make sure your clothes are clean and that they match. If you do not feel confident in matching, here are some easy hacks for matching: Don't mix patterns. Don't wear a checkered skirt/shorts and a striped top. Instead, wear a solid bottom with the striped top, and save the checkered bottoms for an outfit with a solid top. Too many patterns can give you a dizzying appearance! Try to stick with just one pattern. When in doubt, stick with neutral tones and one color. Neutrals include black, white, navy, brown, and grey. Just about everything matches these neutrals! It may sound boring, but you can make your one color and big and bold as you want without worrying about matching. On a school day where you are going to write a lot, you may not want a chunky bracelet that's going to make a lot of noise on your desk. You can pick jewelry, a watch, a purse, a scarf, a hat, or any other accessories you may want to wear that day. When thinking about jewelry, gold and silver are always safe bets if you are concerned about matching. Again, keep in mind any dress codes you may be violating. You don't want to style your hair for a hat, only to have to take it off! | Assess your plans for the day. Choose clothes that fit well and feel comfortable. Accessorize based on your outfit and the day’s activities. |
If you did not wax your pot, be sure to wipe any glaze off of the bottom with a sponge. If you did wax your pot, remove any glaze that has gotten onto the dried wax. No matter how many layers of glaze you've added, you have to wait for the final layer to dry thoroughly before firing your pottery. Though you already fired it in the creation stage before you began the glazing process, you should fire it again once you are done. | Remove any unwanted glaze. Allow the pot to dry. Fire your pot. |
To thrive, grapevines need the right amount of sun, proper drainage and a form of support. Choose a sunny spot. Grapes need 7-8 hours of full sun daily for best results. Make sure you have plenty of space. Space your plants about 8' (2.5 m) apart to allow for growth. Grapes require well drained soil. If you have clay or other poorly drained soil, augment it with decomposed compost, sand or other soil amendments to increase drainage. Alternatively, use a raised bed filled with a good sandy loam mixed with compost. Check the pH of your soil before planting your grapes. Different types of grapes thrive best with different soil pH levels (5.5-6.0 for natives, 6.0-6.5 for hybrids, and 6.5-7.0 for vinifera), so it is best to either plant in an area with a pH level in the right range, or adjust your soil's pH before planting. If you are planning to grow grapes for wine, be aware that different types of soil (e.g., sandy, silty, rich in limestone, or rich in clay) will affect the flavor of the wine. Two weeks after planting, add a small amount of 10-10-10 fertilizer to the soil around the base of your young plants. Repeat this process once per year every spring after that. Grapevines need a trellis or arbor for proper support. The first year in the vineyard (2 years after starting from seed), when your plants are still small, stakes will be sufficient to support them and keep them off the ground. As they grow, you will need to train them to the trellis or arbor. Tie the tip of the shoots to the wire, and allow it to grow along the wire. Grapevines take up to three years to start producing fruit. During that time, proper care and training of your plants is essential for the best fruit yield. Year One: Watch for growth. Choose the strongest three shoots on the plant and allow those to grow. Pinch off all others. The three remaining shoots will grow stronger and more vigorous. Year Two: Fertilize using a balance fertilizer. Remove flower clusters as they emerge; allowing the vine to fruit this early will deplete its energy. Remove any buds or shoots that grow below the three main ones you selected the prior year. Prune properly. Loosely tie long shoots to the arbor or trellis. Year Three: Continue fertilizing and removing low buds and shoots. During this year, you can allow a few flower clusters to remain and produce a small crop of grapes. Year Four and Later: Continue fertilizing and pruning. This year and thereafter, you can let all the flower clusters fruit if you wish. As you prune, be aware that grapes will fruit on one-year-old wood (i.e., wood that grew during the previous season). | Select a good location for your grapevines. Prepare your soil before planting. Fertilize your grapes after planting. Properly support your grapes. Take proper care of your plants, and prepare to wait. |
You can use just about any type of bread for this method, as long as it can be sliced without crumbling apart. Cut a hole in the center of the bread using a cookie cutter, or cut out a shape using a knife. You can fry the cut-out shape as an addition, or nibble it while you cook. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter for a romantic breakfast. If you use a knife, put the slice of bread flat on the cutting board, and use the tip of the knife in an up-and-down motion, perforating the bread with small holes rather than tearing through the bread directly. Add a generous amount of butter or cooking oil to a frying pan or skillet. Give it a minute to heat up, or a couple minutes if you are using an electric stove. It should be hot enough to give off a nice sizzle when you place the bread in. Don't use high heat, or the bread will burn before the egg is cooked. Make sure the butter or oil is spread evenly over the pan, then drop the bread slice onto it. Immediately move on to the next step. Optionally, add the cut-out section of bread as well, if it stayed in one piece. Crack an egg directly into the hole at the center of the bread, from just above the pan. If serving guests, you can provide this on the dining table instead. Alternatively, cook alongside anything you would enjoy on an omelette. Try grating a few shreds of cheddar cheese and placing it over the cut-out bread shape. You can cook your egg in your preferred style, but a runny egg will be easier, since the bread is less likely to char. After a minute or two, or until the egg white is mostly opaque, but still translucent in places, flip the egg and bread together with a spatula or cooking tongs. Cook the other side of the eggy in a basket for another minute or two, until the egg white is fully cooked and firm, and the bread is brown. Now that the egg is more cooked, you can move the bread around the pan with the spatula, soaking up the butter or oil. | Cut a hole in a slice of bread with a cookie cutter or knife. Heat butter or oil over medium-low. Place the bread in the pan. Crack an egg into the hole. Add salt and pepper to taste. Flip the bread once the egg white is mostly opaque. Finish frying and serve. |
When pouring the liquid rubber over your object, you want to hold the liquid high above the container and pour it in a thin stream. This will help eliminate air being trapped under or around your object, which is one of the main concerns when making a rubber mold. To ensure that there aren't any air bubbles, you can also apply a thin coat of the liquid rubber to your object using a brush of some sort, or very gently shake the container once you've poured the liquid rubber in. Continue pouring the liquid rubber into the container by holding it high above your object. You want to make sure your object is entirely covered by the rubber and that there's a nice even coat on the top. If you're not sure how much rubber you're going to need for your mold, you can measure it by pouring water over the secured object in the container. Measure the amount of water that it took to completely cover your object, and that's how much liquid rubber you'll need. Just be sure that your object and container are completely dry before pouring in the mold. It will depend on the type of rubber you're using as to how long it will take to cure. The average curing time for most normal silicones is 18-24 hours, while most Smooth-On molds advertise the cure time to be 6 hours. It'll all depend on if there are fast-acting catalysts involved, so read the directions that come with your mold. If you're not sure how long you should wait, let the rubber mold set overnight, just to be safe. After you've let the mold sit for the recommended amount of time, it should be firm and ready to be removed. If you've applied the releasing agent, it should be very easy to remove your object from the mold. Cut away the container using scissors or a razor blade, being careful not to damage the mold. Gently peel the edges of the mold away from the container. Since you created a wide base for your object, you'll be able to easily remove it from the mold. If any part of it doesn't seem firm or dry, replace the container and let it cure for a little while longer. | Pour the rubber from above the container to avoid air bubbles. Cover the object with the liquid rubber entirely. Wait a full day or night for the rubber to set. Remove the object from the mold. |
Let's say you're working with the following equation: 3x2 - 4x + 5. To factor out a three from the first two terms, simply pull out a 3 and place it around a set of parenthesis around both terms, while dividing each term by 3. 3x2 divided by 3 is simply x2 and 4x divided by 3 is 4/3x. So, the new equation should look like this: 3(x2 - 4/3x) + 5. The 5 will remain outside of the equation because you did not divide it by 3. The second term, also known as the b term in the equation, is 4/3. Halve the second term, or divide it by 2 first. 4/3 ÷ 2, or 4/3 x 1/2, is equal to 2/3. Now, square this term by squaring both the numerator and denominator of the fraction. (2/3)2 = 4/9. Write this term down. You'll need this "extra" term to turn the first three terms in this equation into a perfect square. But you have to remember that you added it by subtracting it from the equation as well. Though obviously, it won't do you much good to simply combine the terms -- you'll be back where you started. The new equation should look like this: 3( x2 - 4/3 x + 4/9 - 4/9) + 5. Since you're working with a coefficient of 3 outside the parentheses, you can't just pull out the -4/9. You'll have to multiply it by 3 first. -4/9 x 3 = -12/9, or -4/3. If you're not working with an equation with a coefficient other than 1 over the x2 term, then you could skip this step. Right now, you're left with 3(x2 -4/3x +4/9) within the parentheses. You worked backwards to get the 4/9, which was really another way of finding the term that would complete the square. So, you can rewrite those terms like this: 3(x - 2/3)2. All you had to do was halve the second term and remove the third. You can check that this works by multiplying it out to see that it gives you the first three terms of the equation. 3(x - 2/3)2 = 3(x - 2/3)(x -2/3) = 3[(x2 -2/3x -2/3x + 4/9)] 3(x2 - 4/3x + 4/9) You're left with two constant terms, or terms that aren't attached to a variable. Right now, you're left with 3(x - 2/3)2 - 4/3 + 5. All you have to do is add up -4/3 and 5 to get 11/3. You do this by setting them to the same denominator: -4/3 and 15/3, and then adding the numerators to get 11, and keeping the denominator as 3. -4/3 + 15/3 = 11/3. You're all done. The final equation is 3(x - 2/3)2 + 11/3. You can remove the coefficient of 3 by dividing both parts of the equation to get (x - 2/3)2 + 11/9. You have now successfully placed the equation into vertex form, which is a( x - h )2 + k, where k represents the constant term. | Write down the equation. Factor out the coefficient of the squared term from the first 2 terms. Halve the second term and square it. Add and subtract this term from the equation. Pull the term you subtracted out of the parenthesis. Convert the terms in the parentheses into a perfect square. Combine the constant terms. Write the equation in vertex form. |
Dip your cotton swab into the ink and use a swirling motion to spread a generous amount onto the surface of the ivory. Wait 10-15 seconds for the ink to dry. Then, use a lint-free rag or cloth to quickly wipe the ink off of the surface. For best results, use squid ink or India ink to fill in your etches. You can also use colored varieties of ink if they’re available at your local art supply store. Some small amounts of ink will be left inside the dots that you etched into the surface. This will give you a good indication of what your scrimshaw art will look like when you’re done. If there are any spots where you want your image to be darker or your lines to be smoother, simply use your scribing tool or pin to etch those spots a bit deeper or place more dots along the lines. Then, use another cotton swab to re-apply ink to those areas. Finally, use a clean area of your lint-free rag to wipe the ink off again. Repeat this process as necessary to finish creating your image. The process of applying ink to your etched design will probably have left the rest of your ivory or bone dark and swirly. Luckily, all you need to do is rub these areas with a clean cloth to get all this ink off. This will help to maintain your scrimshaw's shine and glossiness, especially if it's made of real ivory. For best results, use Renaissance Wax or warm beeswax when polishing your piece. Note that this is most important for works made of real ivory, but you should still do this at least once a year no matter what material your scrimshaw is made of. | Use a cotton swab to apply ink to the surface of your object. Re-etch any areas that you want to be darker and apply more ink. Use a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe the extra ink off of the surface. Re-apply beeswax to your piece twice a year to preserve it. |
In some situations, you may need (or simply want) to include the name of the day of the week when writing out a date. Usually, you would do this on an invitation to an event or a notification of a meeting. The name of the day of the week is followed by a comma. For example, you might write "Dienstag, 22. Januar 2019." (Tuesday, 22nd January 2019). In German, the days of the week are Montag (Monday), Dienstag (Tuesday), Mittwoch (Wednesday), Donnerstag (Thursday), Freitag (Friday), Samstag (Saturday), and Sonntag (Sunday). The period (or full-stop) after the numeral indicating the day of the month signals that the number is an ordinal. Unlike when writing the date using only numbers, there is a space after the period and before the name of the month. For example, you would write "July 4, 2019" as der 4. Juli 2019. After the day of the year, write out the name of the month. Type a space, then close your date with the numerals of the year. There's no punctuation between the month and the year. For example, you would write "December 24, 2019" as der 24 Dezember 2019. The months of the year in German are: Januar (January), Februar (February), März (March), April (April), Mai (May), Juni (June), Juli (July), August (August), September (September), Oktober (October), November (November), and Dezember (December). They're fairly easy to recognize and remember if you already know the months of the year in English. | List the day of the week first if necessary. Write the number of the day followed by a period. Add the name of the month and the numerals for the year. |
Deodorants can aggravate certain skin conditions such as psoriasis. If you have a skin condition, consult your doctor before switching to a new deodorant. Tell your doctor you want a spray deodorant; they should be able to recommend a brand that is safe. All discount department stores, grocery stores, and pharmacies will have a health and beauty aisle with many different types of spray deodorants. Be prepared to spend 10-15 minutes browsing sprays to find the right one for you. The underarms are easily irritated, and if you have skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis, using a non-irritating deodorant is important. Aluminum, alcohol, fragrances, and parabens are the biggest skin irritants found in some deodorants, including sprays. Check the back of a spray to see if it contains these ingredients. Don't buy sprays that have these ingredients. If you don't have sensitive skin, it is fine to buy a scented spray deodorant. However, be sure to test the fragrances to make you buy one you like. Test multiple fragrances by sniffing the top of the can. Remove the lid on the spray before smelling. Strong fragrances can be overpowering and off-putting to some people. Lighter fragrances are not overpowering but may need to be reapplied if you are very active during the day. | Consult a doctor if you have a skin condition like eczema or psoriasis. Go to your local store to purchase a spray deodorant. Choose a gentle spray if you have sensitive skin. Test the fragrances. |
Allergies are often the primary source of inflammation in the ear, which makes the ears more susceptible to infections. While it may be difficult to determine an allergic cause, it helps to start paying attention to factors such as if new foods or treats were introduced before the ear infection flared up. If they contained a particular protein, you may want to avoid that giving your dog that protein. Animal proteins and dairy products in food are more likely to cause allergies for pets than grains are, despite the popularity of the notion that grain free diets are better for dogs with food allergies. Specifically, put your dog on a diet trial with a novel, or new, protein, one your dog has never eaten before. New prescription diets should be fed exclusively for at least 8 weeks and ideally for a minimum of 12 weeks. Give no treats, table scraps or other food sources during this time. This may help to determine if food proteins are the problem and home in on which are culprits. The best novel protein diets are prescription formulas because they will have the least likely chance of cross-contamination with other protein sources, but they are often the most expensive choice. At the end of the trial, if your dog is not showing signs of ear inflammation or skin allergies (most commonly itchy paws and sometimes itching of other areas of the body), then you can 'challenge' your dog's diet with a single type of treat or the old food. If you notice signs of irritation near the ears, feet, or skin when you re-introduce the old food or treat, then you know that this food or any food containing this protein should be eliminated. If the ear infections tend to spring up at the same time of year every year, a seasonal environmental allergy may be causing the ear infections. While your dog has an ear infection, you should make sure he doesn't get excess moisture in his ears. Avoid letting your dog play in water, swim, bathe, or be groomed until the ear infection has cleared up. Extra moisture will aggravate the ear infection and make it last longer. Keep checking in with the veterinarian until the ear infection is completely gone. Some ear infections are mild and easily treated in 1-2 weeks with topical medications and cleaning. Some infections are more complicated and may take many weeks, further testing, treatments or procedures to treat. Follow your veterinarian's recommendations about when to check in, since the vet can help you determine if the ear infection is cleared or if more needs to be done. Once your dog has had an ear infection, he's more likely to struggle with them throughout his life. The good news is that there are several things you can do to prevent ear infections in your dog. Here are several preventative measures: avoid letting your dog swim or bathe too frequently plug your dog's ears with cotton before bathing him flush your dog's ears with a product containing salicylic acid (which helps wet ear canals dry) check and treat any allergies your dog may have frequently clean your dog's ears | Determine if your dog has allergies. Try putting your dog on a diet trial. Challenge your dog's diet. Restrict your dog's activity. Follow up with your veterinarian. Prevent ear infections. |
Sit down with your legs in the criss-cross (applesauce) position. Make sure your butt is stable on the ground and your back is straight. If you’re a little more flexible and want to do the lotus position, take your right foot and place it on your left thigh and lift your left foot onto your right thigh. If you have a knee problem, place bolsters or blankets beneath your knees so they don't get strained. If you have a back problem and can't sit up straight, lean against pillows or blankets to find a comfortable semi-upright position. As long as your spine is straight, you’re good to go! Yoga meditation should not be done lying down. Although this is a relaxing position, it encourages sleep rather than concentration. Simply rest your palms face down on your knees with your fingers relaxed. If you’re more comfortable with them in your lap, that's an option too. To do this with some monkish style, layer your fingers on one hand on top of the fingers on your other hand with your palms facing up. Set them in your lap up against your body and press the tips of your thumbs together to make a triangle. If you'd like, try the wisdom seal position by placing your hands palms-up on your knees and holding your thumb and index finger together. Take a deep inhale into your belly and half-speak, half-sing the mantra “OM” (which is pronounced “ohm” or “aum”). Sustain the mantra for as long as you can as you exhale. This mantra is thought to focus on purification and dissolving negativity. Inhale through your nose all the way into the bottom of your belly. Take note of your belly extending and contracting as you inhale and exhale—your shoulders shouldn't move up and down. As you do this, you might think to yourself, "breathing in, I calm my mind and body, breathing out, I smile to my body." If you like a more structured approach, try inhaling slowly for 8 counts, holding your breath for 8 counts, and exhaling for 8 counts. There's no right way to breathe in meditation so find what works for you. If you feel strained or lightheaded from breathing a certain way, try a different way. After you become familiar with basic breathing techniques, you can practice yogic styles of breathing that energize the body (like bhastrika or kapalabhati). | Sit on your mat with your legs crossed or assume the lotus position. Place your hands on top of your knees or put your hands in your lap. Chant the “OM” mantra 5 to 10 times if you desire. Breathe from your diaphragm, focusing on each inhale and exhale. |
Write them down on paper in dot point form if that helps you to visualize them and play around with them. Simply write whatever comes to your mind, being inspired by the ideas. Then stop. Take a break from the work. Read through the work. Now get to editing it and shaping it into a real piece of writing. From the first tidy-up, things should start getting a lot easier and you'll soon be in the flow. | Gather your ideas together in your head. Start writing without having a plan. Keep writing until you don't feel much like it. Come back later. |
Though hippies made a point of going barefoot, they often wear flat sandals when this isn't practical. After all, no shirt, no shoes, no service. The sandals most often associated with hippies are Birkenstocks. They have cork bottoms and leather upper material. Try also leather flip flops. They're easy to put on and pull off and look great with dresses and skirts. Especially in colder weather, or if you want to dress up your outfit, you can try on some boots. Hippie boots are generally suede or leather and could almost pass for booties in a pinch. Any style of moccasins will work, but they should be comfortable. Many moccasins will have bead work on parts of the shoe. | Choose the right kind of sandal or flip-flop. Try on some hippie boots. Know that many hippies also wear moccasins. |
Kids' nets are not actually good for catching butterflies. They are too short and can hurt the butterfly. A longer net is better, because you catch the butterfly in the netting, not on the hoop. Your net should be at least 2 feet deep. However, keep in mind, in some areas, you will need a permit to carry a butterfly net. Check with your local laws to see if it applies to you. Your hoop should be wide enough to make it easy for butterflies to fit through, though you don't want it so large that you can't handle it easily. Also, you should be able to see through the netting. The netting should be coarse, so you can move it through the air without much wind resistance. The handle should be sturdy enough that it doesn't break when you flip the net around. Woods are often good places to find butterflies, but your backyard can be just as good. If you plan to catch butterflies, you might consider planting flowers that local butterflies are attracted to. For instance, marigolds, milkweed, buckwheat, zinnia, and heliotrope are flowers that many butterflies are attracted to. You may have a vision of swooping your net through the air to catch a butterfly in flight. However, the reality is it's much easier to catch one that's stationary. Look for butterflies sitting on flowers, drinking nectar, or roosting. In tropical climates, you'll usually find butterflies roosting underneath leaves or branches, and you'll find them there in temperate climates, too, when it's raining or cloudy. Otherwise, you'll often find them roosting on the tops of grass or leaves in temperate climates. Remember that some butterflies will be camouflaged very well to blend in with their surroundings, so you'll need to look closely. If you can, move in from the back of the butterfly, trying to quietly and slowly move in. Once you are in range, flip the net over the butterfly. Do it in one quick motion, so the butterfly doesn't move away before you've caught it. You can catch one in flight; it's just much harder to do. The best way to do it is to first sneak up on the butterfly from behind. Next, do a quick scoop to surround the butterfly with the net. Flick the net so it can't escape. Once you've caught a butterfly, fold the netting over the hoop. That way, the butterfly can't escape through the hoop. This is one reason why you want your netting so long. You can pull it over the hoop and not hurt the butterfly. | Buy a good net. Find a good place to look for butterflies. Look for butterflies that aren't in motion. Sneak up on it. Catch one in flight. Fold the net over. |
There are many herbal supplements specifically made to help sleep. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on the bottle for dosage and frequency of use. These change based on the type of supplement you take. You should always speak with your doctor before starting any supplement — just like medications you get from the pharmacy, supplements can have negative interactions with other medications and can be harmful to some. When buying a supplement, make sure it is of a good quality. Quality supplements can be organic, should be fresh, and should be verified with a seal of approval. These seals can be from companies such as Consumer Labs, the US Pharmacopeia (USP), or the Natural Products Association (NPA). In addition to herbal supplements, you can also take another natural supplement called melatonin. Melatonin is a hormone naturally produced in the body, but if you are having trouble sleeping, you can take it as a supplement. This will help add to the melatonin already in your body, which will help you get to sleep faster. Do not take more than 1 to 3 mg of melatonin on any given night unless you are told to by your doctor. Ask your doctor if you are taking any medications because supplement melatonin may interact with some of them. Do not take melatonin if you are pregnant or nursing. 5-HTP helps produce serotonin in your body, which helps promote sleep. Dosage is 50 to 100 mg at night. However, do not take more than this unless instructed by your doctor. It can have adverse effects. Do not take 5-HTP of you are pregnant or nursing. | Buy the right herbal supplement. Take melatonin. Try 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP). |
Dig under the foxtail and turn the plants under the soil, packing them down into the dark, hot conditions. Doing so can impede growth and help kill off this pesky grass. Work by moonlight, at dawn, or at dusk. There is some speculation that turning the soil exposes the foxtail to a bright flash of light, thereby stimulating the plant and making it grow faster. If you turn the soil at night instead of during daylight hours, though, you can reduce this effect by as much as 78 percent. Alternatively, you could dig out the weeds one by one and dispose of them elsewhere, away from the contaminated area. Make sure that you remove the entire plant, including the roots, and not just the top portion. Remove the seed heads first to prevent them from spreading and repopulating the area with additional foxtail. After removing the seed heads, dig beneath the plants using a long, slender weeding tool to get at the long roots. Note that weeds are easier to pull when the soil is wet and the weeds are young. Foxtail is no exception to the rule. Pull the foxtail from its base if working by hand. Wear thick gardening gloves to protect your hands as you work. You could try using a mower or weed-wacker to cut off the tops and flowering heads of the foxtail. You will need to continually re-trim the foxtail throughout the season, though, since the plant will send up another flowering head as the summer progresses. If you do opt for the mower or weed-wacker option, make sure that you clean the blades afterward to prevent the accidental spread of foxtail seed. You should also rake the lawn to remove all the heads. Taking these additional steps will improve your chances of removing the foxtail with only a surface mowing. If you like the ease and effectiveness of herbicides but do not like to use harsh chemicals on your vegetation, you can use vinegar instead. Vinegar is a natural and fairly tame acid, but it has been known to be effective in the removal of weed-type grasses like foxtail. A typical USDA-approved vinegar is five-percent acetic acid. Pour the vinegar directly onto the foxtail at the ground level. The basic idea is to get it as close to the roots as possible. Use enough vinegar to soak the soil beneath the foxtail. It does not need to be soggy, but it should be damp to the touch. Wait a week or two after the first application and monitor the effects. Dead or dying foxtail should be pulled as soon as possible. Foxtail that is still growing even after you use the vinegar should be soaked with another round. Reapply the vinegar as needed. Note that vinegar tends to be more effective when used on fox tail at the seedling state. It might not help quite as much on mature plants. While the concept of pouring urine onto a lawn or other area of vegetation may make you cringe, it can be just as effective as vinegar when used as an herbicide. Urine is a strong, organic alkaline substance, so it can kill foxtail in the same way that a chemical herbicide might. You can purchase "predator urine" products at garden stores. These products are usually used as deterrents or repellents against small garden pests, but they can also be used for herbicidal purposes. A cheaper and even more effective solution would be to use human urine. Collect the urine in a bucket and pour it straight onto the base of the foxtail, aiming for direct contact with the roots. As with many other control methods, you might need to use multiple applications of urine or use this organic herbicide in conjunction with physical removal methods. Remove the clumps of foxtail by hand or with a garden hoe once you notice them dying off. If the foxtail is still fairly young, kill the new growth as soon as possible by covering it with some form of mulch. Mulch can prevent sunlight and air from reaching the foxtail, essentially depriving it of the nutrients and light necessary for growth. The foxtail will need to be trimmed close to the ground before you can apply mulch and use it as a way to get rid of the weed. If you have other plants and vegetation that you are trying to preserve, spread the mulch in between the plants and along the rows. Make sure that it covers the foxtail. Organic mulches like wheat straw, shredded leaves, and wood chips work well. Spread about 2 inches (5 cm) of mulch. You could also layer damp black-ink-only newsprint beneath the mulch to improve its ability to inhibit growth. | Turn the soil. Pull or dig out the weeds. Apply vinegar. Use urine. Smother the area with mulch. |
Changing bad habits at work can be hard, but it’ll be a lot easier if you enlist a coworker that you’re close with to help you. In order to avoid procrastination, encourage your partner to remind you of your responsibilities and keep you on task. Tell them to call you out when they see you being unproductive or wasting time. They may notice certain patterns or behaviors that you aren't even aware of. Don't ask for help from a coworker that works in a different part of the building than you. If they aren't around you for most of the day, how are they going to help? on one task at a time to avoid losing momentum. Even if you think of yourself as a diligent multitasker, the odds are high that you’re going to be more productive throughout the course of the day if you generally complete one thing at a time. If you have a lot of work on your desk or work space, start storing it in drawers or cabinets so that you aren't tempted to move back and forth between tasks. A clean desk is an excellent way to remove distractions. You can't be tempted to multitask if the other tasks aren't even there! If you find yourself constantly socializing at the office, a good way of changing this habit is to announce how little time you have to talk at the beginning of a conversation. When a coworker approaches you, explain that you only have 5 minutes before you need to get back to something. Be honest. Say, “I don't want to chat for too long because I’ll fall behind in my work.” People will respect your openness and desire to stay focused. If you try to change everything about the way you work all at once, it's probably not going to stick. Focus on one element of your work day and start there. Start by changing your habits surrounding one thing, and improve slowly over time before trying to make another new habit stick. Physical exercise will give your brain a break and refresh your body. Even if it's something small, like doing a few push-ups or jumping jacks, try to find a way to work some physical activity into your work day. Mid to late-afternoon is a good time for a little exercise, since it’ll help carry you through to the end of your day. Exercise is also good for you! It’ll help you lose weight, get better sleep at night, and keep you in a positive mood throughout the day. Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram will absolutely destroy your attention span at work if you check them consistently. Too much time on your phone will keep you from completing time-intensive tasks. Keep your phone in your pocket at work and set limits on how much time you spend looking at screens during your breaks. If you’re using a computer all day, consider blocking social media websites so that you can't even view them. Having a ton of extra work piled on your desk can kill your schedule, eat through your day, and overwhelm you. Practice saying “no” when asked to do additional work that you simply don't have time for. Be polite. You can calmly explain that you’ve already got a lot of work ahead of you. | Ask a colleague to keep you accountable when you procrastinate. Focus Set limits on conversations with your colleagues. Adjust to changes in small increments over time. Exercise during your work day in order to stay healthy and focused. Avoid little time wasters like group chats or social media. Be assertive and say “no” when you’re asked to do too much. |
This is a good option for those with less drawing experience. To find a doll template, search for blogs with free printable downloads, use the doll template linked at the top of this page, or browse wikiHow's Paper Doll Image Depositary. Once you’ve found the perfect printable template, adjust it to the size you want and print the doll out. Print on cardstock--any paper with a 80-110 lb. (120-200 gsm) weight--to make the doll sturdier. Check your printer manual to make sure it can handle a heavier paper weight. Be sure to adjust the weight settings before printing. If your printer can't handle the thicker, heavier weight of cardstock, just print your template onto plain copier paper and then glue it onto a sheet of cardstock. You can find packs of cardstock online or at your local craft supplies store. If your template is in black and white, color in the doll's features with colored pencils, crayons, or markers. If your template is in color, you don't need to add anything. However, you can still add little details such as undergarments, jewelry, or makeup. Just remember that anything you draw onto your doll will be permanent. Remember to color the doll before you cut it out. Coloring the full sheet intact makes it easier to carefully color and avoid tearing the doll. | Find a printable doll you like. Print out the template. Customize and color in the doll template. |
In the late summer, when it's time to harvest the hops, examine the cones on the bines to see if they are mature. Hop cones are ripe when they're dry, papery, aromatic, springy, and filled with yellow lupulin powder. Test one by cracking it open to see if it is ripe. Hop cones that are heavy and green aren't ready yet. Be patient; your hops might not ripen until early fall. First year plants may not yield a lot; they hit their peak during the second year. Harvesting times may vary by regional climate. Until you're ready to use them, hops should be stored in airtight food storage bags in the refrigerator. If you won't be using them for awhile, you can freeze them. Properly stored hops will stay fresh for about a year. | Examine the cones for ripeness in late summer. Store the hops in zip close baggies in your fridge. |
A line graph has variables on the left and bottom. The line charts where the two variables meet, which is why it works well for time, such as the number of vegetarians on campus over the years. For instance, put years on the bottom and the number of people on the side. Then you can graph how the number has changed over the years. | Use a line graph to show how two variables interact. Find the spot where the two variables meet. Pick one variable for each side. |
Depending on your company policy, you may not be able to access your work email outside of the office. Contact your IT department to see if you can connect to the Exchange server from your Android device, and if there are any special instructions for your network. If your IT department gives you the go-ahead, you can add your Exchange or Office 365 for Business account using your Android's Settings app. This will display all of the accounts currently connected to your Android device. This will let you add an Exchange or Office 365 for Business account to your Android. Enter in the email address that you use for your work Exchange server and tap "Next." Enter the password that you use to access your work email. If you don't know your password, contact your IT department. You'll be shown your email address and password, as well as the server, port, and security type. You can usually leave these at their default, but you may need to change these at your IT department's instruction. If you cannot connect to your Exchange server, contact your IT department to make sure that you're allowed to access corporate email outside of the office. They may provide special instructions to access your mail. After connecting to your account, you'll be able to select what data you want synced to your Android. Make sure "Sync Email" is selected in order to receive your work email on your Android. After adding your account, you'll be able to access your work mail from your Android's Email or Mail app. | Contact your IT department. Open the Settings app on your Android. Select the "Accounts" option. Tap the "+ Add account" button and select "Exchange." Enter your full work email address. Enter your work email password. Review the account and server information. Adjust your account settings. Access your email from the Email or Mail app. |
Exercising depletes the body of essential nutrients and fluids. In order to make your workout successful, you have to replace these to help your body recover and build muscle. Use the ingredients suggested in this section to put together a high-quality meal that will help you build muscle and avoid affecting your blood sugar. Protein is the essential ingredient for building muscle. While doing your weight training regimen, include proteins in every one of your meals to give your body the building blocks it needs to strengthen your muscles. There are many options for including protein in your diet. Nuts. Any kind of nut is high in protein. You can't go wrong including these in your meals or just snacking on them throughout the day. Beans. Not only do these give you a high dose of protein, but they have a low glycemic index, so they won't affect your blood sugar. If using canned beans, be sure to drain the liquid so you don't overdose on sodium. Fat-free dairy products. Milk and yogurt are great sources of protein. Have a glass of milk or a cup of yogurt for an easy dose of protein. Fish. Salmon, tuna, and herring are usually considered the best options for protein, but any fish will do as well. Make sure you avoid fried fish, however, or you'll consume saturated fats that could be harmful. You need carbohydrates in your diet because without them, your body will use protein for energy. This will divert protein from your muscles and you won't build any mass. Carbohydrates from bleached or enriched products like white bread have a high glycemic index and will raise your blood sugar. Whole wheat products, however, will give you non-enriched carbohydrates. Eat whole wheat bread, pasta, and cereals to give yourself a good serving of carbohydrates. It is a fallacy that we should cut fat out of our diets. While saturated and trans fats should be avoided, mono and polyunsaturated fats are beneficial for your health. They can reduce your cholesterol levels and also help you build muscle. Try some of these foods for good sources of good fats. Avocados. Fish. Salmon and sardines contain high levels of omega-3 fatty acids. Olive oil. Seeds, especially sunflower, sesame, and pumpkin seeds. | Have a good meal after every workout. Eat plenty of protein. Get carbohydrates from whole wheat products. Consume good fats. |
The paper proposes and demonstrates a Deep Convolutional Neural Network architecture to identify users with disguised face attempting a fraudulent ATM transaction.The recent introduction of Disguised Face Identification framework proves the applicability of deep neural networks for this very problem.All the ATMs nowadays incorporate a hidden camera in them and capture the footage of their users.However, it is impossible for the police to track down the impersonators with disguised faces from the ATM footage.The proposed deep convolutional neural network is trained to identify, in real time, whether the user in the captured image is trying to cloak his identity or not.The output of the DCNN is then reported to the ATM to take appropriate steps and prevent the swindler from completing the transaction.The network is trained using a dataset of images captured in similar situations as of an ATM.The comparatively low background clutter in the images enables the network to demonstrate high accuracy in feature extraction and classification for all the different disguises. | Proposed System can prevent impersonators with facial disguises from completing a fraudulent transaction using a pre-trained DCNN. |
Heavy digging and cultivation can cause weed seeds to come to the surface and begin growing. Only disturb the soil when you have to, so that you don't inadvertently raise weed seeds. Weed seeds can lay dormant under the soil for years. Hoeing or tilling in weed prone areas may inadvertently bring up dormant weed seeds in the process. Many plants need an exposure to sunlight to germinate. Cultivating at night reduces the chance that weeds will germinate. If you are having an issue with weeds growing in between cracks in a walkway or sidewalk, try using salt to prevent future weed growth. Be warned that salt will also kill other vegetation in the area, so make sure to use it only in spots that are weed prone. Amine salt is a good solution for killing weeds and can be combined with water in a spray bottle for easier application. Borax is another, more caustic solution to killing weeds in small cracks. Make sure to use gloves when handling it. Weeds like to grow in open areas that are abundant in nutrients and minerals. You can prevent them by maintaining a thick and healthy lawn that has grass and other lawn plants to compete with weeds that may want to grow in the area. Keeping your lawn fertilized will promote healthy growth for all plants on your lawn or garden bed. Reseeding lawns in the fall will promote healthy grass growth next season because many weeds die late in the fall, and the grass seeds will have less to compete with. | Refrain from disturbing the soil. Sprinkle weed prone sidewalks with salt. Maintain a thick and healthy lawn. |
Spending time on your looks is important. Don't go overboard, but make sure that you dress well. Take the time to comb your hair and have a neat, clean cut appearance. It will convince the girl that you've made an effort for her, which tells her she is special to you. If you go out wearing the same dirty clothing that you wore yesterday, it will appear that you don't care and might make her think that you're not actually interested or that you don't value her opinion enough. Wear a little cologne. Just don't overdo it or it will be overpowering. You want her to focus on you, not the overwhelming scent around you. A smile can help relax the tension when you are just getting to know someone. It says you're confident and having fun. A good smile can even make you seem more successful. The key to smiling is to be genuine. When people are really happy and having fun, it usually is the eyes that express the emotion to others. Smiling too quickly can seem contrived. When you smile, slowly pull back the corners of your mouth. You don't need to be ripped, just eat right and exercise to keep your body in good shape. Women are more likely to find a man attractive if he takes care of himself. It will help you to feel more confident too. Get your rest, too. You may not realize how much the dark circles under your eyes make you less attractive, but women do. Don't worry about what you can say or how you can dress to make women like you. Focus on what you can do to improve yourself. Once you start going after the other things you want to achieve in life, aside from picking up women, you will start to notice women can sense your drive and ambition and will be drawn to it. Success goes further than being wealthy. Perhaps you want to learn more, or sing in a band or climb a mountain. The kind of guy who goes after these dreams is the kind of guy that will have more success attracting women. | Develop good grooming habits. Smile. Stay fit. Improve your life. |
Taking a deep breath can help you keep calm when your little sister is really getting on your nerves. Before you react, take a deep breath and count to ten. If your little sister can tell that you're frustrated or angry, she might just want to annoy you more. Try not to give away how you're feeling -- so don't ball your hands into fists, or slam the door, or yell. If your little sister is being really annoying, and taking a deep breath doesn't help, you can walk away from her. Go into another room and do something that's just for you – read a book or play with your favorite toys. Some time alone can help you calm down. If your little sister follows you into another room, you can leave the house to take a walk or go for a drive if you can. That way she can't follow, and you get time to cool down. You might feel really, really mad – so mad that you want to hit your little sister. No matter how mad you get, don't ever hit her. She can get really hurt, and you can get in a lot of trouble. When you're frustrated, it can be easy to say something mean that you'll feel bad about later. Instead, take a deep breath and really think about what you want to say. This will give you a chance to calm down and can also prevent you from saying anything you don't mean. | Take a deep breath. Don't show your frustration. Walk away. Don't hit her. Think before you speak. |
It will be much easier to see how you website style looks if you have your actual content instead of placeholders. You don't need too much content, but it will look much better in mockups if you have some copy and original images. You don't necessarily need the body of an article, but you should at least have actual headlines. The internet is much more than simple text websites. In order to stand out in your niche, you'll need a variety of different content types to attract and retain visitors. Some possible content to keep in mind: Pictures. Audio Video Streams (Twitter) Facebook integration RSS Content feeds If you are including photos on your site, your initial impressions will be much better with professional photography. A single good photo is worth more than twenty bad ones. Look for recent art photography grads for cheaper solutions than long-time professionals. The written content on your page will determine the vast amount of your web traffic. While you don't need to worry too much about content creation at this point of the design process, it doesn't hurt to start thinking about it, since you'll need content on a regular basis once the site goes live. Beyond article content, there are written items that you will most likely during the website construction process. This could include contact information, company names, or anything else that will be used in multiple places on the site. | Have some content ready before you start building the website. Remember that good content is more than text. Commission a professional photographer. Write quality articles. |
To get an idea of how people talk during the roleplaying session, read some other roleplays on the forums or discussion boards. Here you’ll find any particular lingo or shortcuts used for the particular platform you are using. Some forums prefer you talk in the third person, for instance. This way, you’ll be prepared to deliver a great roleplaying performance. For instance, RP is usually short for “roleplaying,” and “OC” often refers to an original character. 1 user starts off the chat with a single action, and the other users often respond with another single action. Since there is no script to follow, you should come up with the story from your own imagination. Use your partner's responses for inspiration, and see what you can come up with. The dialogue creates the story as the session continues. The exact format and dialogue depend on your particular roleplaying medium, partner, and universe. For example, you can find 1 character to be Princess Leia and 1 character to be Yoda if you are roleplaying as Luke from Star Wars. Then, discuss how to utilize the Force to save the universe. Familiarizing with your character in advance is helpful when creating authentic, creative actions for your roleplay. To deliver creative, awesome replies, disregard what you would usually say in the circumstances, and write from the perspective of your character. Think about how they may feel or what is happening behind-the-scenes that contributes to the situation. Use some creativity to craft awesome, detailed responses. For example, if you are roleplaying as Harley-Quinn, her background in mental health may come into play when bringing her character to life. She often acts bold, wild, and frantic. The roleplay can continue for hours, weeks, months, or even years in some cases. Continue responding to the other player(s) to write your personalized roleplaying account about whatever you'd like. The story does not have to reflect the actual plot if basing off of real characters. Steer the story to a stopping point when you want to end the session. Or, message the player separately to say when you have to leave for the time being. Some users complete the roleplay in 1 single session, while others continue the story over time for several weeks. This is based on personal preference and your particular story. For example, maybe Robbin the wizard helps Tina the dragon escape from robbers, and then they go on a mystical quest to save Tina's daughter from marrying the wrong prince. The possibilities are endless! | Read over the forums to learn relevant terminology and etiquette. Type back and forth with 1 or more people to roleplay. Embody your character in your writing as best as you can. Continue the roleplay as long as you’d like. |
Try to make sure that the sides are all equal. Using a ruler can help you to do this. You might also want to consider drawing the eight parts in pencil so that you can erase if you make a mistake. In order to break up the square into equal rectangles, you will need to find the center of the top and bottom sides of the square. To do this, measure the halfway point of each side of the square and make a little mark where the center of each side is. For example, if you have a square where each side of the square is 4 inches (10.2 cm), the halfway point will be 2 inches (5.1 cm). Start at the top left corner and measure along the length of the top side of the square. When you get to two inches, make a mark with your pencil. Do this for the bottom side of the square, starting at the bottom left corner. Once you have made your marks along the sides of the square, draw a straight line from the mark on the top side of the square to the mark on the bottom side of the square. This will create a vertical (top to bottom) line through the center of the square. When you draw this vertical line, you will cut your square into two equal rectangles. Now that you have two rectangles, you will need to find both of their midsections (or centers). This is the same process as what you just did to find the centers of the top and bottom sides of the square. For example, if you started out with a square that had 4-inch sides, you now have two rectangles that have 2-inch top and bottom sides. Measure the halfway point of the top of each rectangle (you should measure in 1 inch because half of 2 inches is 1 inch). Make a mark 1 inch (2.5 cm) in. Do the same for the bottom. Now that you have found the centers of the top and bottom sides of each rectangle, draw a vertical line through the center of each rectangle. This will effectively give you four equal rectangles. Find the centers of the tops and bottoms of each of the four rectangles you have created. To continue with our example 4 by 4 square: Each rectangle should have a top and bottom that are both one inch long. That means the center of each rectangle will be ½ inch in from the top corner of each rectangle and the bottom corner of each rectangle. Make a mark in the center of the top and bottom sides of each rectangle. Now that you have made marks that show where the center of each top and bottom side of each rectangle are, you can connect the marks in each rectangle. Again, using a ruler is the best way to do this. When you are finished connecting each top mark to each bottom mark, you should have eight equal rectangles. | Prepare your square. Figure out the center of the top and bottom side of the square. Make a vertical line in the center of the square. Find the midsection of both of the rectangles. Draw vertical lines connecting the marks you made at the top and bottom of each rectangle. Repeat this process to create eight equal rectangles. Draw vertical lines to make your eight equal rectangles. |
Either draw it out on paper or lay the items out in front of you. Move the items around until you get the look you want. If you have empty space you want to fill, add in more decorative pieces such as little flowers or sewing embellishments. Play around with displaying both the front and back of the outfit. Depending on the embellishments and the pattern of the clothing, you may find you really like one side more than the other. If an entire outfit is being displayed, you can leave spaces between the pieces to mimic where the baby's head or other body parts would be if the outfit was being worn. The backing board of the frame will show through in your display, so choose a color or pattern that really makes your items pop. Use hot glue or fabric glue to adhere the cover on the board and let it dry before proceeding. Choose a patterned background to make solid-colored items pop and opt for a solid background if your items are mostly patterned. Following your plan, attach the items to the backboard. Begin with the largest—most likely the outfit itself—and then fill in the accessories and embellishments around and on top of the outfit. To stick them on, you can use flat decorative tacks, hot glue, or even velcro. It's important to attach them well so that they don't shift downward when you hang the frame. Don't skimp on the glue or tacks! when choosing deep-colored papers—such as dark reds, blues, or purples—because over time, the dye from the paper may bleed onto the clothing. Instead, go for lighter pastels and shades of white or off-white. If you are concerned about damaging the items—especially if they are antique—choose a less permanent adhesive such as double-sided tape. However, because the tape will likely lose its stickiness over time, you may have to open the frame and replace the tape after a few years. After the glue has dried, place the backing board with all the attached items into the frame and securely close it up. Gently shake the frame up and down to make sure the items are attached well and everything looks just as you want it. If anything seems loose, open the frame up and add more glue or tacks to secure them into place. At this point, the items that you glued down are stuck into place, but you can still open the frame and add more embellishments or other baby items if you feel your display is too plain. | Plan out exactly how you want the finished display to look. Cover the backing board with fabric, wallpaper, or scrapbooking paper. Attach the clothing and accessories to the backing board. Close the frame and inspect your work. |
Your planter needs a floor, but you have to cut around the sections where the legs rest. Lay your 2 remaining pieces of fence board on top, and use a carpentry pencil to trace around each leg post by using a scrap piece to simulate the location of the leg. You can measure the size of each leg and draw the cut out yourself if you’d like, but the scrap piece of 2x2 will be the exact same size as your leg. Do this twice on the same side of each plank so that you have 4 sections drawn out on all 4 corners of your base. Lay each plank flat on your work surface. Brace the plank with your nondominant hand and lay the base plate of your jigsaw against the edge where you drew your leg out. Pull the trigger and guide the jigsaw through the first guiding line. Repeat this cut on the adjacent line to remove a square section at the corner for your leg. Do this on all 4 corners of your 2 planks. Lay your boards down on the inside of the box one at a time. Drill a 6-8 drainage holes using any sized drill bit across the floor of your planter box. Add 3-4 small rocks around each hole to prevent soil from falling through the hole and to keep the holes from getting clogged. Add your rocks right before you add your soil, since they’ll roll around if you move your planter. You need drainage holes to keep water from building up at the bottom of your planter box. | Put your 2 base boards on top of the planter and trace the corners out. Use a jigsaw to cut out the corners for your legs. Drop your base boards into place and drill drainage holes at the bottom. |
If you're having trouble coming up with an idea for a particular story, try working on a different story, a different part of the story, or a different kind of writing altogether. Changing what you're working on might free you up to come up with ideas for your original story. If you are working on a short story idea, stop and write a poem, a review of a television show, or even just a list of words. It is important to get your mental juices flowing and writing anything is better than becoming frustrated with yourself. You know when inspiration will strike. Get away from your paper or keyboard. Your brain will continue to churn out ideas or will draw inspiration from something. Even though Isaac Asimov wrote 10 hours a day, 7 days a week, he found the time to attend science fiction conventions, carry on correspondence with friends, and flirt with women. If you're feeling sluggish while struggling to come up with ideas, take a few minutes to get some physical exercise, either by exercising for its own sake or by doing a household chore that requires some effort for a short period of time. At the end of that time, you'll feel more alert and the ideas will come easier. If exercising only wears you down, perhaps you should instead take a nap. A short nap of 30 minutes or less will be enough to give you a rest and may be enough to let an idea come to you. Longer naps of up to 90 minutes may allow you to enter REM sleep and give you the opportunity to dream up a story idea. Use a dream. If you've recently had a dream and remember it, write some ideas of it down on a piece of paper and jumble them all up to whatever you want it to be or whatever feels right to you, this should give you some ideas to write a story in the future. Edgar Allen Poe drew inspiration from nightmares for much of his poetry. According to his claims on the 25th anniversary of publishing his 1865 paper on the ring-like structure of benzene, chemist Friedrich August Kekule claimed to have daydreamed seeing a snake grab its tail, which inspired him to interpret his research as he did. | Try writing a different piece of work. Allow yourself time away from writing. Exercise. Nap. |
Raw sugar makes a powerful body scrub, great for feet and extra-rough skin. Brown sugar has smaller grains and plenty of liquid, making it the most gentle option. Granulated white sugar falls somewhere in between: it has the same size grains as brown sugar, but none of the liquid molasses. Before you begin, be aware that the scrub can cause temporary blotchiness in sensitive skin. Just in case, wait until you have an evening to yourself before trying it for the first time. Olive oil is a common option, but any natural carrier oil will work. The oil makes it easy to apply the sugar, and can help your skin health at the same time. Choose the oil based on your skin type and personal preference: For greasy skin, try safflower oil, hazelnut oil, or grapeseed oil. For very dry skin, try coconut oil, shea butter, or cocoa butter. Optionally, whip it for easy spreading. To avoid strong scents, try grapeseed oil, safflower oil, and sweet almond oil. Mix 1 part sugar with 1 part oil for a basic scrub, forming a thick paste. For a more powerful scrub, try 2 parts sugar and 1 part oil. If using white sugar, the 2:1 recipe is recommended. If you are treating an area with acne or broken blood vessels, use a very mild scrub, such as 1 part sugar to 2 parts oil. Exfoliants can make these conditions worse. For additional scent and possible health benefits, add an essential oil. No more than 1 or 2 percent of the scrub should be essential oil. Typically, you can use up to 48 drops per cup (240mL) of other ingredients, or three drops for every tablespoon (15mL). Thyme, mint, and other herbs and spices make antimicrobial essential oils. These are good at fighting acne but may cause irritation in sensitive skin. Do not use citrus oils, cumin, ginger, and angelic oils before talking to your doctor. These can trigger photosensitivity, a painful reaction to sunlight. If your skin is dirty, use mild soap and warm water to wash it. If your skin is clean, just wet it thoroughly. Scrubbing dry skin can cause redness or irritation. Hot water or harsh soaps can irritate your skin, leaving it tender and painful. Skin in this state might hurt even when a gentle sugar scrub is used. Gently rub the sugar and oil mixture over your skin. Rub in circular motions, for about 2 or 3 minutes in each area. Rub gently; any pain, discomfort, or redness means you are scrubbing too hard. Rinse off with warm water, and pat dry. Optionally, apply a moisturizing lotion, or an additional touch of oil without the sugar. Your outer layer of skin takes about two weeks to replace itself. If you repeat the scrub before this time is up, you may damage living cells instead of removing dead ones. This leads to red, raw skin, which may be vulnerable to infection. | Start with brown, white, or raw sugar. Choose your oil. Mix the sugar with oil. Mix in essential oil (optional). Wash your skin. Scrub with the sugar mixture. Rinse and dry. Repeat no more than once every two weeks. |
While it is easy to get flustered talking to a debt collector, you should always remain calm. Getting angry and yelling at the collector won't help your situation. State your willingness to work with the collector. Say you fully intend to pay your debt as soon as the agency provides adequate proof. Collectors may tell you that they require this information, but this isn't true. They don't need to know your banking information, place of employment, or any information besides your phone number and address. You can ask them to read your phone number and address to you, and you will confirm if it is accurate. Make sure your information is not available on social media. If a debt collector finds your Facebook page and all your information is public, he may be able to find out your place of employment as well as a ton of other personal information he may try to use against you. Make sure all your social media accounts are accessible to friends only and that you don't approve any friend requests from people you don't know. Become familiar with the FDCPA to spot where the collector is lying to you or trying to intimidate you. Collectors prey upon people who are unfamiliar with the law. For example, the collector may threaten to garnish your wages — that is, take a certain amount of your paycheck until the debt is paid off — if you don't pay. While this is possible, he must sue you in court first, win the lawsuit, get a judgement, and execute the judgement before garnishment is possible. If the collector begins getting belligerent or using offensive or threatening language, inform him he is in violation of federal law and you are no longer willing to speak to him. Again, take detailed notes on everything he says and make sure you get his name and the date and time of the conversation. If the calls become harassing or inappropriate you should make detailed notes on the time of the call, length of the call, and exact conversation or record the call with permission. Since this situation could end up in court, having a complete record will be helpful. Some states allow you to record phone calls without the other person's knowledge. Check your local laws and see what you are legally allowed to do. If you are legally required to get the other person's consent to record the call, simply inform them that you will be recording the conversation for your records. | Stay calm. Avoid providing personal information. Remember your rights. Record conversations. |
A problem involving a monomial and a three-term polynomial will involve one polynomial that only has a single term. The second polynomial will have three terms, which will be separated by either a plus sign or a minus sign. A polynomial problem involving a monomial and a three-term polynomial will look something like: (ay) * (bx^2 + cx + dy) Example: (2y)(3x^2 + 4x + 5y) Rewrite the problem so that all the terms are separate by distributing the single-term polynomial to both terms in the three-term polynomial. Rewritten, the new equation should look similar to: (ay)(bx^2) + (ay)(cx) + (ay)(dy) Example: (2y)(3x^2 + 4x + 5y) = (2y)(3x^2) + (2y)(4x) + (2y)(5y) The constants refer to the numerical digits in the problem. These are multiplied as they usually would be according to the standard times table. Again, for this step you are multiplying a, b, c, and d together. Example: (2y)(3x^2) + (2y)(4x) + (2y)(5y) = 6(y)(x^2) + 8(y)(x) + 10(y)(y) The variables refer to the letters in the equation. When you multiply these variables, different variables will simply be combined together. When you multiply a variable by a like variable, though, you raise the power of the variable. So multiply the the x and y portions of the equation. Example: 6(y)(x^2) + 8(y)(x) + 10(y)(y) = 6yx^2 + 8xy + 10y^2 Due to the single-term monomial at the beginning of this equation, you don't need to combine like terms. When finished, the final answer should be: abyx^2 + acxy + ady^2 Example substituting sample values for constants: 6yx^2 + 8xy + 10y^2 | Examine the problem. Distribute the monomial to all three terms in the polynomial. Multiply the constants. Multiply the variables. Write your final answer. |
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