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When it comes to hiding love handles, avoiding the wrong clothes is just as important as choosing the right ones. Tops that are tight and clingy without being shaping will only serve to show off your love handles, especially when paired with overly tight and unflattering bottoms. Fabrics to avoid include satin, full po...
Stay away from body-hugging clothes. Avoid straight-cut clothes. Steer clear of belts. Don’t wear underwear that’s too tight. Avoid pants that don’t fit your waist properly.
If you don't have the same USB cable that came with your device, make sure you’re using a safe compatible version. Depending on your device, you may have to install drivers to make your computer recognize your Android. You can get these drivers from your phone or tablet manufacturer's website. This opens the search bar...
Connect your Android to the computer with a USB cable. Press ⊞ Win+S. Type cmd. Right-click "Command prompt" and select Run as administrator. Click Yes to confirm. Type adb reboot bootloader and press ↵ Enter. Type fastboot oem lock and press ↵ Enter. Type fastboot reboot and press ↵ Enter.
Your doctor will help you determine a medication regimen that will help you control bipolar symptoms. Always take your medications as prescribed, since skipping a dose may induce a manic episode. Alert your doctor if you are having sleep problems. Consistent sleep deprivation may exacerbate bipolar symptoms, affect qua...
Find a psychiatrist with experience in treating bipolar disorder. Consider trying interpersonal and social rhythms therapy (IPSRT). Ask your doctor if you can take melatonin.
A regular poker game at your local casino is all well and good, but to make some serous dough, you need large cash games and tournaments. Visit a few of the biggest regional casinos in your area and hit up local poker organizations for money-making opportunities. Big tournaments (like World Poker Tour) have $10,000 buy...
Participate in cash games and tournaments. Learn from the greats. Move onto bigger and better casinos and tournaments. Quit your day job!
Prices are usually cheaper online, and eBay is known for good deals, but there are some deals that should raise a red flag. Some scam sellers make new accounts to list very valuable items for enormous discounts. These items could be counterfeit, broken, or stolen, and the seller will describe them as new. Do more inves...
Investigate further if a seller is offering a high-value item for a low price. Use caution if the item picture is a stock photo. Check if the seller has listed similar items on their profile. Ask the seller a question about the item if you’re suspicious. Avoid completing transactions outside of eBay.
One of the most common causes of earache is the common cold, and while there is no cure for the cold virus, you can take precautionary steps to avoid contracting it in the first place. Wash your hands regularly, especially after you've been in public places and before eating. If you don't have access to a sink, use alc...
Avoid the cold virus. Get tested for allergies. Prevent ear infections in babies.
Those first ten or so minutes after it starts to rain can be the most dangerous. This is because when rain first begins to fall, it stirs up oil and other substances that have dried on the road. The mixture or oil and water forms a film on the road that makes it extra slippery. During those first few minutes, drive mor...
Be careful during the first few minutes of rainfall. Slow down in wet conditions. Avoid driving through puddles and standing water. Turn off cruise control. Consider driving in a lower gear. Drive slowly and carefully to avoid skids, and maintain a mild pressure on your brake and gas.
The single best way to treat any disease is to prevent it. Anyone over six months old should get the flu shot, which specifically targets the influenza virus. This is especially important for anyone at risk of complications from the flu and those who are in contact with those who are especially at risk. This includes t...
Get a flu shot. Try the nasal spray vaccine. Understand the complications. Be aware of the potential side effects of the vaccine.
On holiday, you won't be pressed for time in the morning, so you can take extra steps to make your morning fulfilling and set a good tone for the day. Wake up at your normal time. It can be tempting to sleep in during holidays, but waking up at your normal time provides your body with the much-needed consistency to est...
Lengthen your mornings. Add a siesta. Participate in a calming activity. Limit technology.
Each airline has different physical requirements tailored to the dimensions of their planes. Airlines want to make sure that flight attendants are tall enough to reach the overhead bins, but not so tall that their head hits the ceiling of the plane. Airlines also require that flight attendants be able to sit in a seat ...
Meet the physical requirements. Have your GED. Have some customer service experience.
If you notice any unhealthy leaves, you can simply remove them with your fingers. Rip the leaves where the discoloration starts so only the green areas remain. Look around the entirety of your plants and remove any discolored areas. Use gardening scissors instead of your fingers if it is easier for you. This keeps your...
Peel off any brown or yellow areas on the leaves using your hands. Cut your leaves to resemble the others if you want a uniform look. Snip off any damaged leaves growing out of the base of the cane.
Before taking any action, you need to make sure that you are able to stop yourself from doing something you'll come to regret later on. If you regret the things you did when you were angry, those regrets will likely feed into a deeper sense of depression. Anger can have a positive or negative purpose. When anger is con...
Avoid doing or saying something you may regret. Evaluate the purpose of your anger. Accept your circumstances as they are. Listen to your own complaints. Transform your anger into something constructive. Express yourself. Seek professional help.
Writing a book is a significant undertaking that will require a lot of time and energy. Choosing a subject you know and care about will help propel you through the daunting process. Explore your passions and interests when choosing a topic and make sure you have something important to express on the matter. Choose a ge...
Choose a subject you’re passionate about. Read similar books. Outline your plot or structure. Outline your characters or major events.
Maybe you’ve been putting off writing a letter or email to someone. Maybe you’ve got a long to-do list in your head, and you should write it down. Taking a long car ride as a chance to do some writing is a great way to keep yourself entertained. You can also journal, write stories, or get caught up on homework. It's ok...
Write. Take a break! Play solo games.
To get the most nutritional benefits out of this healthy fruit, choose organic blueberries. That's true of most fruits and vegetables, and blueberries are no different! Conventional blueberries have been found to contain lower amounts of anthocyanin antioxidants than organic blueberries do. Antioxidants are ingredients...
Choose organic. Eat blueberries raw. Eat blueberries every day.
People who have this disorder often seem very shy, inhibited, or tense. They may spend most of their time alone and seem to have few friends, although they may wish for close relationships. Avoidant personality disorder can lead to social isolation and loneliness. Avoidant personality disorder is not the same thing as ...
Know the primary symptoms of AvPD. Recognize that personality disorders are hard to change. Participate in a support group.
Make sure that you are in standard tuning. You'll tune down a half step to whatever you are currently tuned to if not. Play the 7th fret on the A string. This note is an Eb. Play the E string open and the A string on the seventh fret. Tune up the low E until the sound matches the A string on the seventh fret. After tun...
Check the tuning of your guitar. Fix the low E string. Finish tuning the rest of the strings. Double check your tuning.
Oral medications are not very effective at treating adrenal-dependent Cushing's disease. In fact, adrenal tumors are strongly resistant to mitotane. Surgery is the only way to cure adrenal-dependent Cushing's disease, as long as the adrenal tumor has not metastasized (spread to other parts of the body). Surgical remova...
Discuss surgical options with your vet. Administer medication before surgery, if needed. Allow your vet to perform surgery. Wait for symptoms to improve.
There are several different kinds of patents available and a recipe could fall into more than one category of patents. The Utility Patent protects new inventions that have a useful application. This covers new methods, processes, machines, manufactured items, devices or chemical compounds or any new improvements to any...
Decide what kind of patent you need. Figure out where you need patent protection. Work with an attorney to file your paperwork. Wait for your application to be approved or rejected.
When you're hiking, you'll appreciate having the lightest possible pack on your back. Choose the smallest and lightest backpack you can find that will hold all the supplies you need for your journey. If you're just going for a long day hike, you can get away with a smaller pack, but for an overnight backpacking trip yo...
Choose a backpack. Gather necessary supplies. Lay out your supplies by weight. Consolidate items wherever possible.
You can make quick cash by renting out your room for a short period, such as over the summer or Christmas vacations. Of course you will need another place to stay, and if you are renting the room yourself you will need agreement to sublet the room to someone else. For example, you may be able to rent your room to a vis...
Rent your room. Rent space in your house. Rent your parking space. Offer your body to science.
Start with position 1 empty. This would be the top point of the triangle. There are other methods of solving the puzzle, but this one is the most common and easiest. In the following videos, grey circles indicate empty holes, red circles indicate pegs you will be moving, and blue holes indicate pegs that are not in pla...
Begin the game. Make the diamond shape. Make two groups of pegs. Separate the triangle in two. Move your last pegs to the bottom row. Complete the last moves. Win the game.
There are many species of orchids, but moth orchids (Phalaenopsis) are the most common and easiest species to grow. This is the kind that is sold in most florist shops and nurseries. Placing them on a sunny windowsill will usually make them happy. They like bright light, but not direct sun. Some of the less common orch...
Make sure the light intensity is correct for the species. Provide the right amount of water. Maintain a humid environment.
Now that you have an idea of a topic, write down everything you want to include in your speech. Be sure to introduce yourself first. Organize the information chronologically as you plan to say it, then go through and cut out any unnecessary or irrelevant information. You might have a lot that you want to say during you...
Brainstorm what you want to say. Keep it short. Begin with an introduction. Write 3 to 5 body paragraphs. End with a conclusion.
First, remove the retention hooks from each hole in your mat. Then take the mat out of your vehicle. Give it a thorough shake to get rid of loose debris. Set your mat on the ground. If your hose has a spray nozzle, use its jet setting to blast away any dirt that just needs a little nudge to loosen. Otherwise, just give...
Remove and shake out your mat. Hose it down. Scrub with mild detergent and water. Rinse clean, dry, and reinstall.
A handheld rotary tool is a small electrical device that has a tip that looks like a pen and can be used to etch glass. Look for a rotary tool with a flex shaft advertised in the product description or on the box. This will give the tool more flexibility, which will make it easier to control. Get a tool that comes with...
Purchase a handheld rotary tool online or at a craft store. Experiment on less expensive glass objects first. Wear goggles and a respirator. Draw an image with a marker instead of taping an image to the inside. Turn on the tool and set it to 15,000 - 20,000 RPM. Etch the glass and trace the image. Wipe away excess dust...
Sharpening stones can be found at most hardware stores, and can be used to sharpen any blade you have. Sharpening stones normally have two sides used for sharpening blades: a coarser, grainier side, and a fine side. If you have very dull scissors, you should start out using the coarse side of the stone, and then use th...
Obtain a sharpening stone. Disassemble your scissors. Wipe down the scissors.
This should be 10 to 12 lbs (4.5 to 5.4 kg), although larger is fine too. If you're making spanish serrano ham, leave the hoof on and hip bone in. If making Italian prosciutto, remove the hoof and partially remove the bone to expose the ball joint. Create salt water brine with 2 to 4 cups (473 to 946 ml) of sea or kosh...
Buy a pig leg. Wet cure the pork with brine, for one way to cure and make prosciutto.
If you suffer from an old injury that is affected or made worse by your training, you may need specialized help to repair or improve this damage. Some sports centers may not be equipped to offer this care. Determine your needs before investigating centers so you clearly know what to look for. Furthermore: Note all the ...
Identify your needs. Search for local recovery centers. Determine the focus of potential centers. Look up reviews online. Set up a consultation and review potential centers.
You’re probably in pain right now, and that's okay. It's also understandable that you’d want to get revenge. Tell yourself it's okay to feel whatever emotions come up, then let them pass. You might tell yourself, “I’m feeling really angry at Seth for breaking up with me so close to Valentine's Day. I thought he really ...
Give yourself permission to feel your emotions. Visualize Engage in a calming activity to help you relax and think clearly. Try talking to your ex about your feelings if it might help. Feel sorry for your ex for being such a lousy boyfriend.
Remember that a child's windpipe is as wide as a drinking straw. Remove seeds from foods like watermelon and pits from foods like peaches. This practice applies to both children and adults. For hot dogs, slice the hot dog lengthwise. Then cut it into smaller pieces widthwise. Remove the skin. Quarter grapes. Be especia...
Cut food into small pieces. Demonstrate an appropriate sized bite. Discuss thorough chewing. Eat while seated and stationary. Avoid foods that often cause choking. Cook vegetables.
Many babies are born without complications during a C-section; however, there are risks that should be considered. These include: An injury during surgery. This does not happen often, but it is possible that the baby could be injured by the surgical instruments as the doctor cuts through the uterus. Ask your doctor if ...
Ask your doctor whether a C-section will be risky for your baby. Evaluate the risks for you. Don’t get a C-section for convenience.
" To get Zedge ringtones on older or simpler phones you will still need a computer with internet access. Find the ringtone you want and click "Get Ringtone." This will send your email account a downloadable version of the ringtone that you will forward to your phone. Make sure you keep this email from Zedge and know ho...
Follow steps 1-5 in "Getting Free Ringtones On Your Computer. Choose the option "Send to Mail" and send the ringtone to yourself. Find your phone's email address. Forward the ringtone to your phone's email address. Open the attachment with your phone. Change your phone's ringtone in settings.
Feeling that your life is shattered into too many pieces, or that you cannot departmentalize when you choose, is a warning that you are losing control over how you keep aspects of your life separated. Over time, this could create serious psychological problems. If you get married, and your wife or husband has never, ev...
Avoid too much compartmentalization. Know when to stop. Maintain both awareness and control over these separations. Say no to the things that don't deserve a compartment.
Determine what you are afraid of and challenge it. When it comes to being fearful of sex, you need to know what has caused you to be afraid. Identifying specific fears will help you focus on finding a solution. Sit down and make a list of the things you fear about sex. For example, you may not know how to approach the ...
Face your fear. Educate yourself on human anatomy and physiology. Make a plan of action. Practice. Remember to have fun.
Briquettes need time to dry before you can use them. Find a dry place, either in your home or outdoors, where the briquettes will not be disturbed. For example, store the briquettes in a closet in your living room. Avoid humid areas of the home, like the bathroom or kitchen. If you store the briquettes outside, do not ...
Set your briquettes in a dry place. Let the briquettes dry for three to seven days.
An unsafe or dirty environment can be harmful to his overall well-being and can cost you a lot of money in veterinary bills. Wash dirty bedding right away. House-train your puppy, and replace bedding ASAP if you find urine or feces. Get rid of harmful plants. There are many common plants that are toxic to puppies who l...
Keep your puppy's environment safe. Make sure he gets plenty of exercises. Choose a veterinarian if you don’t already have one. Vaccinate your puppy. Socialize your puppy. Get your puppy spayed or neutered. Make vet trips fun. Watch for health problems.
Pour the remaining tablespoon (14.79 mL) of oil into the pan, and turn the stove to medium. Allow the oil to heat. This won't take too long, because it is a small amount of oil. Once it becomes runny and coats the pan, it is heated. Stir them in the pan so that they mix with the hot oil. Cook the potatoes on medium hea...
Heat oil in a nonstick pan. Pour your marinated potatoes into your pan. Remove the potatoes from the heat.
Some health professionals believe that certain nutritional supplements may help get rid of eye floaters. Nutritional supplements have not been clinically shown to reduce floaters, but some people may find them to be helpful. Discuss these treatments with your ophthalmologist before starting any of them: Try antioxidant...
Try dietary supplements to reduce floaters. Take supplements that increase blood flow. Find ways to reduce stress.
Note that while the CSS PROFILE can be completed early, in the fall prior to the year for which aid is being requested, it requires a submission fee of between $5 and $18 per school. The CSS PROFILE evaluates students for non-federal financial aid, so it can be very useful for discovering scholarship programs if your p...
Complete the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE if any of your chosen colleges requires it in addition to the FAFSA. Research scholarships that are specific to the schools you are applying to or to your student profile. When the aid package has been determined, speak with the bursar at each school.
Since many people put a lot of stock into other customer's reviews, any product purchased online needs to have lots of high reviews. You will sell more books if your book has great reviews and a high star rating. The majority of people say that they are more likely to buy a product or read a book if there are positive ...
Get reviewers to gush about the book. Join a writers' club. Give it away.
Choose a cause or issue that is important to you if you want to raise money for a charitable cause. Write down the reasons you want to raise money if it's a personal cause, such as raising money for your sports team. For example, you could choose to raise money for the fight against cancer, the humanitarian crisis in S...
Define the cause of your fundraising event. Set your fundraising goal. Choose a target audience based on who you think cares about your cause. Create a budget. Select what type of event to hold based on your audience and budget. Find a place to hold the event.
To do so, click anywhere in the search bar, press Ctrl + A to highlight the URL, and Ctrl + C to copy it. It's near the middle of the menu. It's near the top of the menu. " field. This will paste the website's URL into the field. It's in the lower-right corner of the dialog box. Do so by typing it into the field labele...
Copy the URL in the Internet Explorer search bar. Right-click on your Windows desktop. Click on New. Click on Shortcut. Click in the "Type a location of the item: Press Ctrl + V. Click on Next. Name the shortcut. Click on Finish.
. It is important to remind yourself of how great you are as often as possible if this helps you. No person can be perfect, so instead of trying to attain perfection be really happy about the wonderful person that you are. Every day, you should: Love yourself for who you are. Respect yourself for what you have achieved...
Practice self-love daily . Keep a journal. Create a support system for yourself. Join a community support group. Read success stories that will help you stay motivated.
Flip your hair upside down so the glitter doesn't get all over your clothes. If you can, run your fingers through your hair and gently shake it out. Be gentle when doing this. You don't want to accidentally rub the glitter into your scalp and risk irritating your skin. Use either olive oil or coconut oil and work it th...
Shake your hair out as thoroughly as possible while you’re outside. Apply a natural oil to your hair from roots to tips. Massage the oil into your hair for 2 to 3 minutes. Let your hair soak in the oil for 10 to 15 minutes. Shampoo your hair
When you see one or more stink bugs, suck them up using an upright vacuum with a bag. The stink bugs will release their odor inside the vacuum, causing the machine to stink for several weeks. Sprinkle the interior of the vacuum with a strong deodorizer to minimize this effect. Avoid using bagless vacuum cleaners. Use v...
Vacuum the stink bug up. Set up an insect electrocution system. Lay out glue traps. Freeze the insects to death. Put a glass over the bug and leave it till it kills itself on its own toxic emissions.
First, you need a white facial pencil so you can mark it. You will also need a straight edge to help you determine where your eyebrow should begin. Use the straight edge to create a visual line vertically from the inside point of your nostril up to your eyebrow. Make a mark on the inside edge. If you prefer, you can us...
Decide where the inner edge of your eyebrow should be. Decide where your eyebrows end. Decide how you want your arch shape.
A key criterion for antisocial personality disorder is general disregard for rules, laws, and social norms. A psychopath understands the concept of a rule or law, but they don't believe they’re subject to what society deems right and wrong. Keep in mind if someone steals a candy bar or runs a stop sign, it doesn't mean...
Think about whether the person has any respect for rules. Watch for extreme arrogance or a sense of superiority. Take note of impulsive, irresponsible behavior. Notice signs of gaslighting and emotional manipulation. Be on guard in high-risk situations. Understand that psychopathy is a disorder, not a moral judgment.
Ideally, the monitor will be just below your your eye level and the keyboard at elbow level. If you can't raise or lower your monitor, you can adjust the seat height to accommodate. This applies when you're doing things like reading a book or something on paper, writing by hand, drawing, etc. Lower or raise your chair ...
Stay eye level with the monitor when working on a computer. Keep your elbows at desk height when working on its flat surface. Rest your feet on the floor during extended periods of sitting.
Only capitalize the first word, words that come after a colon, and proper nouns. Don't put quotation marks around the title. Put a period after the title. Let's say the name of the article you want to cite is “Ecuador: History and Culture.” The beginning of your entry would look like this: "Ecuador: History and culture...
List the title of the article first if no author is listed. Write n.d. Include the name of the organization, publication, or website in italics. Write “Retrieved from,” then include the website's URL. List the organization first in the reference if one is listed. Put anonymous first in your entry if it's given as the a...
chisels before using them. Sharpening might not be necessary if you're only roughly hollowing out a piece of wood. However, a sharpened chisel will remove wood more cleanly as you hollow it out, resulting in a more polished finished product. To sharpen a chisel, drag its end back and forth across a sharpening stone in ...
Sharpen Secure the piece of wood. Position the chisel at an angle to the piece of wood. Hit the chisel with a mallet to hollow out the wood. Use a chopping cut to remove chunks of wood. Outline the hollow with grooves for improved precision.
Swelling from a tumor or infection can distort the shape and size of the breast tissue. This change often occurs on only one breast, but may appear to be on both sides. If you are not currently breastfeeding, there should be no discharge coming from the nipple. If there is discharge, especially without squeezing the ni...
Watch for changes in breast size or shape. Note any unusual discharge from the nipple. Look for swelling. Observe for a dimpling in the breast tissue or changes in the nipple. Report skin thickening, redness, warmth or itching. Be aware that pain is not normal. Recognize signs of advanced breast cancer.
Some areas require special licensing and have restrictions for the facilities and buildings, purchasing eggs or hatchlings, or length requirements for harvesting alligators. Your local or state game and fish department is a good place to begin. The integrated farm includes breeding stock, hatching and nursery facilitie...
Research the specific laws and regulations for the location of your alligator farm. Decide whether to have an integrated or grow-out ("feedlot") alligator farm.
A clean pair of shoes in good condition will provide a solid base for your decorations. You can pick out a new pair or liven up a worn pair of shoes. To launder old canvas sneakers, remove the laces and place them in a lingerie bag. Add the shoes and laces to the washing machine with 4 to 6 towels. Adjust the settings ...
Select a pair of clean sneakers to decorate. Sketch out a design for your drawn or painted shoe embellishments. Stuff the shoes with paper or plastic bags for support. Sketch the design onto the sneakers with a pencil. Transfer the design onto the sneakers with graphite. Color or write on the sneakers with permanent ma...
The segment is held in place with prongs and pressure. By pushing it to the side, you ease the pressure off, freeing the prongs and making it easier to detach. Hold the hoop with the segment positioned on top. Grab the segment with your index finger and thumb of one hand, while steadying the bottom of the ring with the...
Push the segment to the side. Position the ring inside the piercing. Ease the segment back onto the ring. Snap the segment into place. Use pliers for thicker gauges.
. Let's start with present simple and present continuous: Present simple is used for facts and habits. If you are describing something that is true or something that happens often, opt for the present simple. I go to work every day.She eats breakfast at 7.China is a big country. Present continuous is used for things th...
Start with the present tenses Move to the past and future tenses Put your adjectives before nouns.
Use honey or sugar to create a light to medium syrup to preserve the apricots inside the can. The syrup you need to prepare for a raw pack is the same as the syrup you need to prepare for a hot pack. For every 1 qt (1 L) of water, add 2 cups (500 ml) sugar for a light syrup or 3 cups (750 ml) for a medium syrup. If usi...
Create a syrup for the apricots. Cut the apricots in half. Pack the jars with the apricots. Ladle the syrup into the jars. Process the cans.
Wear long rubber gloves when hand-washing an item that can't go in the washer, like a leather jacket or shoes. Mix two tablespoons of laundry or dish detergent with two cups (480 mL) of hot water. Soak a sponge with the cleaning solution, wash the item's surface, then wipe away soapy residue with a wet cloth. You can u...
Clean non-machine washable items with hot water and detergent. Try using a commercial product on leather. Wash tools and gear with rubbing alcohol or detergent. Take your clothing to a dry cleaner if necessary.
ESL (English as a second language) students often struggle with English verb tenses because many other languages don't use so many different tenses. To make the process less daunting, draw a simple timeline labeled only “past,” “present” (or “now”), and “future.” No matter their native language background, your student...
Begin with a timeline that emphasizes past, present, and future. Reinforce that all English tenses fit into 1 of these 3 time frames. Introduce the present continuous tense first, then the present simple. Determine which tenses must be mastered, and which require only proficiency.
Your suit soaks up some of your sweat, as well as attracts dirt and dust all day. If you’re going to wear it again, it needs as much time as possible to air out. Take it off and hang it up as soon as possible. Wearing it for less time during the day keeps it fresher. The longer you wear the suit each day, the harder yo...
Take it off as soon as you get home. Hang it on a wide-shouldered wood hanger in an open space. Use a suit brush each day to remove dirt and dust. Steam the suit daily to keep it clean. Spritz the suit with white vinegar and water every three days. Use a gentle stain remover on stains. Dry clean your suit at the end of...
If you do not already have a website, you will need to start one. Affiliate programs work through advertisements, referral links, and reviews posted on websites. Create a website that is either about jewelry or about topics related to jewelry, such fashion, gifts, or romance. You will need to determine what type of jew...
Set up your website or blog. Decide what type of jewelry you will promote. Determine if you want to work with individual companies or a network. Pick a quality jeweler that you trust. Compare the commissions at various companies.
It's the green icon with two overlapping chat bubbles inside. You’ll usually find it on your home screen. It's at the bottom-left corner of the screen. Select the person to whom you wish to send a GIF. This opens a conversation. Another way to open a conversation is to tap Contacts at the bottom of the screen, select a...
Open WeChat on your iPhone or iPad. Tap Chat. Tap a conversation. Tap the smiley face icon. Tap a GIF sticker collection. Tap the sticker you want to send.
Almost all versions of Windows in North America and Western Europe support Alt codes. These are key combinations that can be used in any text field to access special characters, such as the en and em dash. If you are using a laptop, you will need to press the NumLock key first in order to activate the numeric pad. Pres...
Use this method in any text field in Windows. Write an en dash. Write an em dash.
Creating your own unique hand lettering will take a lot of practice. Luckily, practicing hand lettering is fun. Gather up examples of your favorite fonts, including type fonts and some of your favorite hand lettering examples. Practice the fonts by first tracing and then redrawing the letters until you get good at recr...
Practice drawing different style fonts. Read and watch tutorials. Trace or duplicate pieces you love. Use printable templates offered by other artists. Check out books on hand lettering.
Act playfully when you’re around your crush, and joke with him. When you are interested in someone, you can feel awkward and uncertain, so be careful that you don't start acting strangely around him. Continue to be the same funny, good-humored girl that he has always known you to be, but be just a little more sexy and ...
Flirt with him. Invite him to parties as your date. Communicate with your eyes. Tell him how you feel. Accept his answer.
Joke pregnancy tests are the best option because they give you a false positive every time. To use the test, bring it into the bathroom and urinate on it like a real test. Wait for the result, then show it to the person you’re pranking. You can find fake pregnancy tests online or at a local joke shop. Make sure you rea...
Buy a fake pregnancy test for the easiest option. Dip a pregnancy test into a cup of Coke or Pepsi. Open the test and draw a line to create a positive result. Take the test at least an hour before the prank so your urine evaporates. Try an expired pregnancy test to get a false positive result. Get a pregnant friend to ...
It may take up to 4 weeks for you to see a difference, so be prepared to wait for results. You may find it useful to take a “before” pic: tracking your progress might help keep you motivated. Aim for at least a few minutes of lip exercises 1 to 2 times per day. You can pick and choose from the exercises in this article...
Commit to exercising your lips every day. Ensure that your lips are well-hydrated. Blow a kiss. Smile and kiss 5 times. Smile with your lips folded inward. Do 10 lip presses. Pretend to rinse with mouthwash. Make an exaggerated duck face. Breath out. Pretend to blow out a candle. Take a break.
One of the most effective steps you can take to eliminate skunk smell inside is ventilating the house and getting fresh air circulating. Open all the windows in the house, turn on the kitchen and bathroom vents, turn on ceiling fans, and use standing or oscillating fans to move the air. If you have multiple fans, set u...
Open windows and turn on fans and vents. Use diluted bleach to clean hard surfaces inside and out. Spray the garden and lawn with a vinegar and dish soap solution. Steam clean carpets, drapes, and furniture. Place bowls of vinegar around the house to absorb skunk odors.
Roll them into crumbs, using a rolling pin. You should have about 1 1/2 cups of crumbs when finished. If you don't have a rolling pin, get creative. A can of cooking spray or a bottle of wine (or heck, a shoe) gets the job done. So does the food processor, for the record. Don't scorch it! You need all of it to keep you...
Preheat the oven to 375ºF/190ºC. Put the graham crackers in a plastic bag. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Combine graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press into a pie pan. Bake for about 8 to 10 minutes.
These are a major source of dust that are often overlooked in the home. DVD players, stereos, video game consoles, and other electronic gadgets can attract a lot of dust. Unplug the equipment before dusting. You can swipe a microfiber cloth over all sides of these surfaces to remove dust. If there is any dust in cracks...
Dust off electronics. Get dust off of plush toys. Remove dust behind appliances. Get dust out of vents. Eliminate dust on a ceiling fan.
On the end of the fish tape that you just pulled out from under the carpet, there should be a hook which you can attach to your cable. It may be helpful to use a bit of tape to secure the cable to the end of the fish tape. If you are using a tape measure instead, try using duct tape to attach your cable to the end of t...
Attach the cable to the fish tape. Pull the tape back through the carpet by rewinding the fish tape reel. Detach the cable from the fish tape. Reattach carpet liner if necessary.
The turnover rate formula is (Employee separations for the period) / (Average number of employees during the period). Some businesses use the word “termination” instead of separation. Both terms refer to a worker leaving the company. Separations can be voluntary or involuntary. A voluntary separation refers to an emplo...
Learn the turnover rate formula. Calculate turnover for your firm. Compare your turnover rate with the rates in your industry. Analyze the reasons why people leave the company.
Punning is all about plays on words, or, to phrase it another way, about making jokes that connect things not obviously connected. Thinking in this way and seeing those connections, however, is rarely natural, and must be trained through effort. To train your mind to connect unrelated topics and be more aware of opport...
Connect unrelated concepts. Use your real life experiences. Utilize your background knowledge. Execute your puns without being excessive.
Speak slowly and clearly. Don't mumble. Think (quickly) about what you’re going to say before you say it. Remember that calls may be monitored and recorded. If English is your second language and you find customers have difficulty understanding you, consider taking English as a Second Language classes. You can find in-...
Develop your communication skills. Be polite. Handle upset customers. Shorten excessive conversation. Make a good impression. Transfer the call if necessary.
Your doctor will do another STD test to confirm your positive results. They'll take a sterile sample to make sure it's properly tested. After the test, discuss your results with your doctor. You may be able to get free STD testing at your local health clinic or Planned Parenthood. If you have insurance, it may cover yo...
See your doctor if your test results are positive. Get medical treatment from your doctor if you have an STD. Talk to your doctor if you have STD symptoms but test negative. Do an STD test annually if you're having sex with multiple partners.
Many programs will install extensions that start up with your computer. They are designed to provide quick access to that program, but too many can significantly increase your startup time. The icons here are programs that have started up with your computer. Click the arrow (Double Arrow) on the left to expand and see ...
Remove unnecessary programs from startup. Look in the notification area in the bottom-right corner of the desktop. Select the programs that you don’t need at startup. Remove unseen programs.
You must meet the following criteria before you can use Family Link: Your kid must be under 13 years old. You can also just create a Google Account for a sub-13-year-old if you want to use Family Link for a teenager. Your kid's phone or tablet must use Android Nougat (Android 7.0) or higher. You must have a Google Acco...
Make sure that you qualify to use Family Link. Download the Family Link app on your Android. Open Family Link. Tap three times. Tap GET STARTED. Tap START. Answer the questions. Tap NEXT twice. Create a Google Account for your kid. Connect the kid's phone to your Family Link account. Change app permissions. Enable Saf...
You should never bribe a child to get them to do what you want. This teaches them a terrible behavior, which is that listening to you is negotiable. There will be many times when the temptation is strong but you should do whatever you can not to give in. Sometimes this means letting your child throw a tantrum in a groc...
Do not bribe your child. Do not give them attention for bad behavior. Do not overwhelm them. Do not hold them to expectations for an older child. Avoid leaving them under stimulated.
Before you remove your lens, add a few drops of sterile saline or artificial tears to each eye. This will hydrate and lubricate your eyes as well as the lenses, which will allow for easier removal. Position yourself low over a flat surface, such as over the top of your dresser or bathroom counter. This will ensure your...
Get yourself ready. Position your fingers. Remove the lens. Try the catch method. Use the suction cup method. Know when to call for help.
It's important to express your feelings as personally as possible so that your partner can get the closure that he or she needs. Avoid breaking with a text message or using online messaging. These forms of communication are much less personal than a phone call or a video chat, and your partner may not be able to get th...
Consider breaking up with a phone call or a video chat, if you can't break up in person. Tell your partner that you need to talk. Make the call and initiate the conversation. Be firm. Give your partner closure. Return any of your partner's possessions that you're holding.
Even if you have mentioned the problem to your landlord or HOA verbally, write a letter or send an email specifically stating what is going on, along with any steps that have been taken so far in an attempt to correct it. Not only will this let them know the details, it will also serve as proof later on if you do go to...
Notify your landlord or homeowners association of the issue in writing. Ask your landlord or HOA to intervene on your behalf. Call the police to drop by if you’re feeling unsafe or need immediate help.
In today's busy world, you're encouraged to go, go, go all the time. When your electronics are on, your brain is always listening for the next email, the next text message, or the next notification. Turning them off gives you a chance to step out of the rat race for a little while and focus on your own spiritual well-b...
Practice stillness by unplugging from electronics. Work on deep breathing techniques. Incorporate meditation into your daily life. Take a yoga class. Spend time outside in a natural environment. Acknowledge and express gratitude on a daily basis.
If you want to talk about the current action of seeing something, you'll use the present indicative tense of the verb ver. This is probably the conjugation you'll use most often. Yo veo: I see. For example, you might say "veo al gato" or "I see the cat." Tú ves: You see. Él/ella/usted ve: He/she/you see. Nosotros/-as v...
Start with the present indicative tense. Use the preterite indicative for past actions. Reserve the future indicative for something guaranteed. Express a possible sighting with the conditional indicative.
Your cat should be completely healthy before you begin feeding her a homemade diet. Take your cat to the veterinarian for a thorough examination. You should also show the diet and recipes to a certified animal nutritionist to make sure they provide all the nutrients your cat needs. The veterinarian can help you locate ...
Get your cat examined. Be prepared to supplement. Practice safe food handling. Purchase the meat.
If you are worried that your child is interacting with a predator, your first step is to talk to your child. Make it clear that you are worried, not angry. Ask your child questions to determine what is going on. For example, you could say, "Being online seems like it is really controlling your mood lately. Is there som...
Talk to your child. Check your computer. Contact the CyberTipline. Check the sex offender registry. Contact the authorities.
A corrupted or malicious app is the most common reason for Android phones or tablets to boot into Safe Mode. If your Android had never booted into Safe Mode until you installed a certain app, that app is probably the reason. Uninstalling bad apps can be a bit of a trial-and-error process, so start with any apps which l...
Make sure you know which app is causing trouble. Open your Android's Settings. Scroll down and tap Apps. Select the app. Tap UNINSTALL. Tap UNINSTALL when prompted. Restart your Android
In this work, we propose the Sparse Deep Scattering Croisé Network a novel architecture based on the Deep Scattering Network.The DSN is achieved by cascading wavelet transform convolutions with a complex modulus and a time-invariant operator.We extend this work by first,crossing multiple wavelet family transforms to in...
We propose to enhance the Deep Scattering Network in order to improve control and stability of any given machine learning pipeline by proposing a continuous wavelet thresholding scheme
Sometimes anxiety can actually be a symptom of some other illness. Therefore, your doctor should check you out first. For instance, psychological symptoms can be a symptom of a neurological problem. They can also be the result of a medication you're taking. Though it may be embarrassing to you to talk about how pervasi...
Talk to your regular doctor about your anxiety. Describe your symptoms thoroughly. Ask about a psychiatrist. Describe your symptoms to the psychiatrist. Ask for a prescription. Ask about Xanax as a sleep aid.
Sauté in 1 tablespoon of oil. Reduce the heat and cook gently until the onions wilt, or appear transparent. Avoid browning or burning them. Mix well until all ingredients are properly combined. Make round patty shapes using a mold or your hands. Pat them flat or use the back of a fork. Heat 3 tablespoons of oil. Cook t...
Place the chopped onions and celery into a skillet or frying pan. Add the thyme. Mix the crabmeat, sauteed onions and celery, breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, egg, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Create patties from the mixture. Return to the skillet. Preheat the oven Remove and serve.
There are 20,000 species of butterflies on the planet, with over 725 different species in North America alone. Before going out to look for caterpillars, you may want to do some research about which caterpillars are native to the area that you live. You can often find a list of native caterpillar or butterfly species o...
Find out which caterpillars are native to your region. Determine which kind of caterpillar you’re looking for. Research the plants in your yard or area. Start your search in the spring. Look for caterpillar eating damage. Catch a caterpillar by letting it come to you.
One all-too-tempting and common little lie is in filling in extra details to make a story more entertaining. It can be tempting to make it a bear that wandered into your campsite, rather than a raccoon, but you might be setting a precedent that opens up reasons and opportunities for more lies. Let the truth be the trut...
Don't add color to your stories. Get creative with "white lies. Stay silent if you need to.
Generally, to preheat your oven to 300°F (148.9°C), it should take about 15 minutes, though this time might vary depending on your oven. It's a good idea to start preheating first and foremost. This way you can prepare your squash seeds while the oven heats. Take a sharp knife and cut the squash so that you have access...
Preheat the oven. Remove the seeds from your squash. Boil your seeds. Dry the seeds. Measure how many seeds you have.
Videos you upload to Facebook are saved to Photos > Albums > Videos. SD is standard definition, and HD is high definition, which is larger in file size. The video will start downloading itself to your Internet browser. Follow the steps outlined in Method Two to save videos posted by friends if there are no download opt...
Sign into Facebook and navigate to the video you want saved. Select the option to “Play” the video, then click “Options” below the video. Click on “Download SD” or “Download HD,” depending on your video quality preference. Open your computer’s default Downloads folder.
If you're trying to lose weight, it may seem impossible to pull yourself away from the scale or stop checking if your "goal" clothing fits. But one of the biggest lifestyle and mindset tips to take away from naturally thin people is that obsessing over your weight is unhealthy. People who are naturally thin do not conf...
Stop obsessing over weight. Develop a healthy attitude toward food. Find real cures for sadness. Accept your life as it is.
In the opening paragraph of the letter, you should immediately introduce yourself or your company and your cause – specifically. Don't beat around the bush. People need to be hooked right out of the gate. Don't assume people know who you are or what your organization does. Explain those things, clearly. Begin with a de...
Write a good intro. Outline the benefits. Convince with supporting evidence. Communicate background about the event. Follow up personally. Here is an example:
The most common way to meet the band is to wait until they come to your area, purchase a ticket, and get backstage. Go to the One Direction website and read the events to find out when are they coming to a town near you. On their future tours, One Direction offers a backstage package that includes a brief meeting and o...
Go to a concert. Buy a Meet and Greet Package ticket. Bring merchandise you'd like signed or a question you'd like to ask. Wait by the bus.
Common interests are one of the threads that help tie friendships together. If you want to befriend your parent, show interest in their hobbies or passions. This allows you to spend more time with them and interact with them in a different way. Consider your parent's hobbies. Find one that interests you and start doing...
Share a hobby. Include your parents in your life. Be reliable. Listen Offer and ask for advice. Disagree, respectfully.
Everybody has different needs and desires, and you'll be more likely to get to your ideal relationship if you clearly say what you are looking for. For instance, if you know you want a long-term commitment, tell potential partners that. If you want daily communication, be up-front about it so that your partner can see ...
State clearly to your partner what you are looking for in a relationship. Trust your partner Be patient with your partner. Show your partner love Be genuine. Surprise your partner.
Bullies thrive on making people upset. If you can ignore them, they won't get this satisfaction. This should be your first line of defense, and will prevent many cases of cyberbullying. Ignore the bully only if it's a first-time, mild comment or action online. If the bully's actions are repeated or severe, respond. If ...
Ignore the bully if possible. Resist the urge to fire back. Block whoever is harassing you. Keep evidence of any bullying. Get the help of someone you trust.
Eat larger meals at least an hour before swimming and at least an hour after swimming. Eat light before swimming, but make sure you eat something to have the fuel for the workout. You should eat less protein and fat before the swim because it takes longer to digest and won't be able to be used as fuel. Carbohydrates ar...
Plan meals around workouts. Eat right on race day.