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If you know it's bound to rain or snow, choose a shoe that won't get dirty quite so easily. The moisture, grime, and salt can turn your shoes from white to dingy in no time. Save your white shoes for days when the weather is fair. When your shoes start to smell bad, sprinkle a small amount of baking soda directly onto the insole of the shoe. The baking soda will absorb moisture as well as odors. Just dump out the baking soda before you wear the shoes again. Too much sun exposure can lead to discoloration and fading. When you're not wearing your white shoes, keep them inside. Store them in a cool, dry place, such as your closet. regularly. To keep your shoes looking their best, you can apply some white shoe polish after cleaning them. Dip a soft cloth in the polish, then apply it to the shoe in small, circular motions. Be sure to coat all the leather evenly, and allow the polish to dry completely before storing or wearing the shoes. | Avoid wearing white shoes on rainy days. Sprinkle baking soda in your shoes to absorb odors. Store your shoes out of direct sunlight. Polish leather shoes |
Diabetes can affect the extremities and cause pain, requiring you to choose exercises that work best with your abilities, until you feel better. Most doctors suggest that diabetic patients should start with no-impact or low-impact exercise. Your doctor may recommend that you see a physical therapist before you start exercising on your own. If you are new to exercise or you have recently injured a part of your body, then a physical therapist can lead you down the proper exercise path to help you recover. Go to sessions for 1 to 2 months before starting your individual workout program. You should have your name, your condition, a number to call and other instructions on the bracelet so people working out around you will be able to help you if anything goes wrong. Studies have shown that it is easier for people to adopt good behavior if they only have to focus on changing 1 thing in their life at a time. Follow your doctor's or nutritionist's recommendations for a month before starting to make workouts part of your day. Exercise moderately, immediately after three meals each day. This curbed risky blood sugar spikes all day. This works for people who do shorter/intermittent exercise on a daily basis. The study found those three short walks each day after meals were as effective reducing blood sugar within 24 hours as was a single 45-minute walk at the same moderate pace. The innovative exercise science study was conducted at the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services (SPHHS). Approximately 100 to 200 calories of healthy carbohydrates will work to keep your blood sugar steady, and you will benefit from the extra energy. However, do not eat right before your workout. Wear it around for a whole, average day to see how many steps you take. Set goals to do 1,000 more steps per day each week, resulting in the overall goal of at least 10,000 steps per day. Doctors recommend an average of 10,000 steps a day as a good parameter for judging if you have an active lifestyle. Stanford University scientists found that people that wear pedometers increase their overall activity by approximately 30 percent. Many people who commute, drive to stores or work in an office do not meet that goal. Think of diabetic exercise as an element of overall goal of an active lifestyle. Many towns and hospitals host these groups. Studies have found that diabetics, especially those over 60, change their behavior if they have a "contract" to exercise with a friend. | Consult your doctor for exercise recommendations. Buy a medical identification bracelet to wear at all times, and especially when exercising. Figure out your diabetes-safe diet before you start an exercise regime. Eat a doctor-approved snack about 1 and a half hours before you work out. Use a pedometer. Ask a friend to start exercising with you, or find 1 at a diabetic support groups. |
Your shooting leg should be rising at the same time with the shooting arm. While leaning on your non-shooting foot, bring the other leg up to give you enough lift so you can shoot the basket over the defendant. If you decide to jump off with one foot (left foot for a right-handed shot or vice versa), then try to bring your free leg up, knee bent and towards you to protect yourself from advancing defenders. The hook shot is one-handed, so you will have one arm making the shot with the other defending your stance against the opponent. Before making the shot, your shooting elbow should be firmly locked in position while your shooting arm raises up to create a 45 degree angle in relation to your elbow. Thrust your shooting arm upwards and over your head while flicking your wrist and letting the ball release from your fingertips. This arm serves an equally crucial purpose as you keep the defender at a distance in order to give your shooting arm the stability it needs to make the shot. However, make sure you do not foul and push the defender out of the way or onto the ground. Your non-shooting arm should serve the dual purpose of giving you balance and momentary safety from any opponents. Fully flex it at the elbow while keeping it in firmly in front of your body. | Jump up. Release the ball. Use your non-shooting arm strategically. |
Many soaps contain perfumes that may irritate sensitive skin, and some contain cleaning agents too harsh for use on the genitals. For best results, choose a mild, unscented soap meant for use on the body (in other words, do not choose hand soap). If you have sensitive skin, ask your doctor or dermatologist about choosing soap that's right for you. Use warm water, rather than hot water, to avoid burning or irritating your genitals and the rest of your body. Shower as you normally would, washing all over with warm water and the mild, unscented soap you've chosen. Lather up your choice of mild, unscented soap between your hands, and apply it to the testicles and shaft of the penis. The key thing to remember with an uncircumcised penis is to wash under the foreskin. Gently pull the foreskin back as far as it will go. Do not force the foreskin past its natural point, as this may damage the penis and cause scar tissue to develop. Apply soap under the foreskin, and thoroughly rinse away all the soap and any debris that may have collected. Return the foreskin back to its natural position. Personal hygiene is important, but doctors warn against over-washing the penis. Washing too frequently, especially with soap or shower gel, can cause soreness and irritation. You should also thoroughly dry the penis after showering. If you use talc or body powder on your testicles, resist the urge to powder the penis. If talc gets under the foreskin, it can cause irritation and discomfort. If you use talc powder, you may want to switch to a cornstarch-based powder instead. There may be a link between talcum powder and ovarian cancer in women — so if you have vaginal sex with a woman and have talc powder on your penis, you may be putting her at risk. With proper care and hygiene, having an uncircumcised penis does not present any significant health problems; however, failure to clean under the foreskin can cause a buildup of oils and debris, called "smegma." Other common foreskin problems include: inflammation, usually caused by forced retraction and irritants like harsh or perfumed soap infection, such as posthitis and balanitis, typically caused by poor hygiene and unwashed smegma build-up | Choose a mild soap. Take a shower or bath. Wash the penis. Keep it clean. Understand foreskin care. |
Let them know that, while you don't want to go to prom with them, you're happy to take a picture together or dance with them if you bump into each other at the event. Maybe you know someone else who would love to go with them, or they have someone else they were also thinking of asking. Ask them if they want you to put in a good word for them or find out if someone else is interested. To offer them help with finding another date, you could say, "I'm sorry that I can't go with you; is there anyone else you were thinking of asking? Maybe I can help set you two up!" If you know someone else who is interested, try, "Thank you for asking, but I have to say no. I know someone else who would love for you to ask them, though!" If you aren't going to prom, or want to go with someone else, let them know you aren't against hanging out with them some other time. Offer to plan an outing where you can spend some time together away from prom. For example, you could say, “I'm flattered you've asked me, but I already have other plans. How about we hang out some other time and maybe grab some pizza?” It's hard to muster up the courage to ask someone to be your date to prom, so try not to hurt their feelings. Stay kind, polite, and empathetic: use a softer tone of voice, don't laugh at them, and don't gossip about them to others. | Offer to hang out with them at prom. Offer to help them find another date. Say you'd love to hang out, just not at prom. Be kind. |
It's on the left side of the Contacts page. Doing so prompts a drop-down list of additional options to appear. This is on the left side of the page. A pop-up window will appear. Depending on the email account from which you want to import your contacts, click one of the following options: Yahoo Mail — Click this option if you want to import Yahoo contacts. Outlook.com — Click this option if you want to import Microsoft Outlook contacts. AOL — Click this option if you want to import AOL contacts. Other email provider — Click this option if you want to import contacts from an email service that wasn't listed above (e.g., Apple Mail). It's in the bottom-right corner of the pop-up window. A new pop-up window will open with your selected email service's information. If you're using the Other email provider option, enter your email address and password for the email account before clicking this option. You can then skip ahead to the last step in the method. You'll find this at the bottom of the pop-up window, though you may have to scroll down to find it. Depending on your web browser and your selected email service, you may click Accept or Allow here. If your browser doesn't remember your sign-in credentials, enter your email address and password in the pop-up window. Once your selected account's contacts finish importing, you'll be able to view them in the folder labeled with today's date and the email service's name on the left side of the page. The imported contacts will also be added to the Contacts tab in the top-left corner of the page. | Click More. Click Import. Select an email service. Click I AGREE, LET'S GO!. Click the Agree button. Sign into the email service if prompted. Review your imported contacts. |
Corrugated cardboard, especially from an old box, is a good inexpensive choice. Tape several pieces together if one piece is not long enough. Cover the finished boardwalk with white contact paper. This will give the setting a more realistic feel. You can use white paper colored with blue markers or blue construction paper. Use scissors to cut out the wave pattern. You can attach them to a piece of rope to hang on the back of your sofa or dining room chairs. Inexpensive polystyrene rings from the local craft shop are a good choice as a first step. Use red markers to draw solid red rectangles at the top, bottom, left, and right of the ring. Alternatively, you can wrap strips of red fabric around the ring at these spots. The finished design should look like a cross. Using lettering stencils and a blue marker, write "R.M.S. Titanic" across the top and "Southampton" across the bottom. The lettering should be on the face of the ring. Glue or tape a piece of rope to the outside of the ring at the edge of each red area. Make sure the rope hangs freely in the areas between the areas of red. Decorate half of the portholes with pictures of a calm ocean. Use pictures of icebergs and choppy seas for the other half. Hang the portholes on the wall using a putty adhesive, which won't damage your walls. Paper plates with the centers cut out of them work well for this decoration. Glue old metal nuts or ring-shaped cereal to accent the frame. Color with silver or gold paint or markers. Apply clear plastic to each plate to act as the porthole's window. | Make a boardwalk for the entrance to your party. Add paper waves around the boardwalk. Make life preservers. Make portholes. |
Before you begin preparing the cauliflower, first preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (232.22 C). The oven will preheat as you are preparing and forming the bread so that it will be hot enough by the time you are ready to bake it. Rinse the head of cauliflower, then place it on a cutting board. Cut away the central stem of the cauliflower as well as any other stems so that you are left with the florets, or the bushy tops, of the cauliflower. If you don't cut away the stems, the bread will have a tougher and less fluffy consistency. You don't have to cut away every last bit of stem; just do your best to cut most of it away. Once you cut away the stems from the cauliflower, place half of the cauliflower florets in a food processor. Pulse the cauliflower on high until it is about the same texture as rice. After grinding, pour the ground cauliflower into a microwaveable bowl. Place the rest of the cauliflower florets in the food processor and grind until they reach the same texture as cauliflower you just ground. Then pour the rest of the cauliflower into the microwaveable bowl as well. | Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (232.22 C). De-stem the cauliflower. Grind half the cauliflower in the food processor. Grind the rest of the cauliflower. |
Dirndls usually expose a fair amount of cleavage, so it's best to wear a supportive bra with plenty of lift. Many shops which carry dirndls also sell push-up bras, known in the area as a bustehouder, or BH. Also, you’ll likely want to wear a pair of bloomers or full-coverage undies beneath your dress in case your skirt flies up while you’re dancing. The blouse, or bluse, beneath a dirndl is almost always made so that it stops just beneath the bust. Many of the blouses have a string in the middle that you can use to adjust how low-cut your top is. If you pull the string, the blouse will show more cleavage, or you can loosen the string if you prefer more coverage. Most dirndl blouses are white, although you can sometimes find them in black or other colors. Dirndl blouses may have a sweetheart neckline or they may be off-the-shoulder, and they can be plain or adorned with lace and ruffles. A dirndl dress consists of a bodice and a skirt, and it often has both a zipper and laces. The laces are in the front beneath the bust, but the zipper may be on the front, side, or back of the dress. A dirndl dress is designed to fit very snugly. It should be form-fitting when you put it on, and even tighter once you lace it up. If the bodice isn't already laced, check the pocket of your dirndl for a piece of ribbon or chain. Criss-cross the ribbon through the eyes on the bodice, starting at the top and working your way to the bottom. Pull the laces as tight as you can. The intended effect is to push up your cleavage and cinch in your waist. | Start with the appropriate undergarments. Put on your cropped blouse and adjust the neckline. Slide the dress on over the blouse. Tighten the laces on your dress. |
Look on the right side of your radiator near the floor to find the valve. Use a screwdriver and turn the screw counter-clockwise until it's loose. Set the screw aside in a safe place so you don't lose it. Not all lockshield valves will have a screw. Check the valve beforehand to determine if you need a flathead or Phillips head screwdriver. Lockshield valves have caps that don't control anything when if you try to turn them. Remove the cap to access the actual valve underneath. When the screw is removed, simply lift the cap off the valve and set it aside so it doesn't get lost. If your valve cap had a screw, store the cap and screw together. Grip the top of the metal valve with a sturdy pair of pliers and turn it clockwise. Keep turning the valve until it doesn't go any further. When it's all the way to the right, the radiator is off. The metal valve may be hot so do not touch it with your bare hands. | Remove the screw from the valve cap if there is one. Take the cap off of the valve. Turn the valve clockwise with a pair of pliers. |
During the peak of the harvest season, the fruits of some zucchini varieties can grow 3 inches (7.6 cm) or more in length per day. If you don't check your plants for a few days, your fruits can go from finger-length darlings to foot-long behemoths before you know it! Picking zucchini fruits spurs the production of more fruits. So, if you want to end up with as many fruits as possible, use “pick early and often” as your mantra! As long as they have a deep color and firm texture, fruits this size are ready to harvest and enjoy. The seeds will be tiny and the flesh will be especially tender. Fruits this size are great for slicing and lightly sauteing, and may be tender enough to grate into salads and eat raw. When the fruits are in this length range, they are tender, sweet, and very versatile, and the seeds inside still aren't too big. If a recipe simply calls for “zucchini,” this size of fruit will usually give you the results you’re looking for. Picking fruits at this size also will result in abundant—but not potentially excessive—production. | Check your plants every day to avoid large zucchini fruits. Pick fruits at 3 to 4 inches (7.6 to 10.2 cm) in length to maximize production. Harvest 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) fruits for maximum versatility. |
Finding your skin tone is key to having your hair color compliment your skin. Choosing a color that doesn't match your skin tone can clash with your skin and features, which can look unnatural. Before choosing a hair color, decide if you are a cool or warm toned person. People with warm tones have yellow undertones. They generally tan easily without burning. These people look good in earth colors, such as browns, yellows, oranges, and cream. Gold jewelry usually looks good against warm toned skin. Look at the veins on the inside of your arm. People who are warm toned have green veins. People who have warm skin tones generally have dark eyes, such as brown, black, or hazel. Their hair is black, brown, blonde, red, or strawberry blonde. If you hold a white paper next to your clean face, your skin will look yellow or golden next to the paper if your tone is warm. An alternate way to determine if you have warm tones is to hold a yellow or red paper beside your clean face. If it looks flattering, you have warm tones. People with cool tones have pink or bluish-red undertones. They usually burn or have trouble tanning. These people generally look best in blue, red, and purple hues. Silver jewelry usually looks good against cool toned skin. People with cool skin tones have blue veins on the inside of their arms. People with cool tones generally have light colored eyes, such as blue, green, or grey. They have blonde, black, or brown hair. If you hold a white paper next to your clean face, your skin will look blue compared to the paper. Another way to determine cool skin tone is to hold a blue, silver, or green piece of paper next to your face. If it looks flattering, you have cool tones. Do a comparison with yellow/red paper to check the difference. Some people have neither warm nor cool skin; they have a neutral skin tone. These skin tones have no obvious pink or yellow shades to their skin. Their veins are not obviously green or blue. People with neutral skin tones can wear any color. | Understand why skin tone matters. Decide if you are warm toned. Determine if you are cool toned. Consider that you have a neutral skin tone. |
The most popular way to wear the dad hat is with the bill facing forward. The strap should be at the back of your head. That said, you can wear the hat in whatever way fits your personal style: backwards, forwards, or to the side. These will add to the laid-back nature of the hat. A crewneck, hoodie, or bomber jacket are all classic pairings to the dad hat. Choose something slightly oversized for a stylish look. You can wear a cotton tee, crop top, or a v-neck under the jacket. Zip up the jacket for a cool, street-smart look. Keep it casual. Avoid wearing dad hats with blazers or suits. For women, dad hats go well with slip dresses. You can layer the dress with a flannel shirt or match it with leggings. This will give you a stylish but low-key look for daily wear. You can dress up this look by wearing heels or go more casual by wearing sneakers or flip flops. Save this look for a casual night out. Add a bold pendant or flashy earrings to stand out. Khakis, jeans, and sweatpants all work well. High-waisted “mom” or “dad” jeans are also often paired with dad hats. The key is to choose a casual pair of pants to go with the laid-back vibe of the hat. You might wear the dad hat outside with khaki shorts and a cotton t-shirt. You might pair it with skinny skins, a crop top, and a large bomber jacket. Dad jeans, a solid-colored sweatshirt, and a dad hat will make you both comfortable and stylish without much effort. If you have a dad hat with your favorite team's logo, complete the look with more team merchandise. After you pull on a jersey, you can make the look complete with a pair of mesh shorts and sneakers. Try to avoid wearing too many teams at once. The colors and the logos might clash. This is a perfect look to wear to a sports event. Any sneakers will do the trick. Solid colors might match the hat better, but you can mix and match as you like. All-black sneakers may go well with an edgy logo or graphic on the hat. If you want to stand out, choose a bold pair of white sneakers. Make sure that the shoes are appropriate for the occasion. If you're wearing the hat to the beach, a pair of sandals might be better. | Wear the hat facing forward. Pull on a sweatshirt or jacket for everyday wear. Step into a slip dress for a chic look. Wear casual pants with the dad hat. Match your hat to your favorite sports jersey. Lace up a pair of sneakers or trainers to complete the look. |
Unlike a classroom setting, the chances that you will have to work closely with a girl you ask out, regardless of whether or not she agrees to date you, is much higher in the workplace. You can't just request another partner or wait for the semester to end, and neither can she. As long as you understand the risks to your comfort level (and hers) if things don't go as planned, you can take steps to minimize those risks and ensure that your work life will continue to be bearable no matter what happens. This old adage (in any of its many colorful variations) is considered timeless for a good reason. The closer you are to someone outside of your dating life, the more likely it is that dating or otherwise pursuing that person will eventually lead to drama and misery. At work, this means you're better off trying to pick up a girl you don't work with very closely or very often, if you can help it at all. If you work at a large business like a department store or a major business office, try to focus on picking up girls who work in other departments than your own. That way, no matter how things pan out, both of you will be able to come to work with minimal awkwardness afterward. Obviously, respect is an important component of any (realistic) dating strategy, but in the workplace, you must be especially conscious of it. Think about it from the girl's perspective: She's there because she needs a job, not because she thought there were a lot of cute boys behind the counter when she was job hunting. Anything that makes her job more stressful is going to ripple throughout her life, because she can't afford to just stop showing up on account of one uncomfortable exchange with a coworker. Never put a girl in the position of dreading work more than she already would have before you asked her out. Be brief, be polite, and if you are rejected, don't press the issue or otherwise bother her afterward. Even if you think you're being friendly, chances are she's not going to appreciate you continuing to step into her sphere after she already said no. Give her plenty of space. A lot of employers frown on workplace romance, because it is often accompanied by lost productivity and conduct violations (ranging from overlong cigarette breaks to inappropriate breakup arguments and more). If you're going to pursue a woman at work, don't spread your intentions around. As long as work continues more or less the same as it did yesterday, your bosses won't personally mind one bit if you try to pick up a girl on the job, or even end up regularly dating her. Just remember: the workplace is for work first; everything else is a secondary concern, no matter how interesting or important it might seem to you. | Understand the risks. Don't poop where you eat. Be respectful. Be discreet. |
Research minor consent laws in your states. Many methods of obtaining birth control requires a visit to a physician. Teens under the age of 18 may have to obtain parental permission or the physician may have the right to notify the parents. In many states, teens 16 years of age and older can go to the doctor without parental consent. Title X, a federal family planning program, provides teens with greater confidentiality in regards to reproductive health. Some states, like Utah and Mississippi, have laws preventing minors from obtaining contraceptives from a physician without parental consent. To know the sex laws of your states, try this interactive map or this chart. Even if your state allows minors to obtain contraceptives without parents' permission, the ages might differ. Before you try to get birth control, be informed about your rights. After you have researched consent laws in your state, find a clinic. This can be a doctor's office, the local health department, a school clinic, or a Title X clinic, like Planned Parenthood. Even if the state law prevents minors from obtaining contraceptives without parental consent at a physician's office, you can go to a Title X clinic to receive confidential reproductive care. This Title X Guarantees List outlines the clinics and offices covered under Title X. Use this list to find a clinic near you. Call the clinic and ask about your rights as a minor. Remember, you have the right to know and the right to ask. Make sure to tell your clinic you want the information to remain confidential. This may be an unnecessary step since your information should stay confidential, but double-checking that your information will remain private will give you peace of mind. Birth control and clinic visits aren't free. Most minors are on their parents' insurance plans, and if you are trying to keep the birth control a secret, it is not advisable to use their insurance. Many Planned Parenthood clinics offer reduced rate or free visits for uninsured minors who qualify for no-pay rates. Planned Parenthood also offers free insurance for people who cannot afford it. Since many contraceptives are pills or inserted into a female's body, there can be side effects. Being consistent with the contraceptive method is also important to prevent pregnancy. If you are taking birth control pills, take them as directed. Missing even a single pill puts you at risk for pregnancy. Missing more pills increases that risk. Some contraceptives have side effects. Talk to your doctor or read the literature with your contraceptive to understand these risks. Think about if talking to your parents about having sex and getting birth control is a good option. Sometimes teens are so terrified to admit to having or thinking about having sex. They believe they will disappoint their parents, or that their parents will get angry. Think about your parents or guardians - do you truly believe they will have a problem? Or do you think they will be accepting? One way to figure out how your parents will react is to drop hints. Mention the school's free condoms. Talk to them about a friend's sexual questions and experience. Ask them questions about sex in general. Their reactions can help you figure out if they would be open to your concerns about sex. Think about how they treat you and your boyfriend or girlfriend. How strict are they? Are they happy or unhappy you have found someone to date? How do they react to the idea of you kissing another person? If talking to your parents is the right thing for you to do, be honest with them. By choosing to take contraceptives, you are demonstrating that you are being responsible and mature. | Be informed about your rights. Find a suitable clinic. Decide how you will pay. Know the risks. Consider discussing your birth control with your parents or guardians. |
Tensions between parents and adult children often revolve around different ideas about lifestyle, financial choices, or decisions about running a household or raising your own children. While unsolicited advice can be irritating, try to find ways to understand your parent's point of view and find constructive solutions to problems together. For example, if your parent suggests something that you don't agree with, try asking for more information. Understanding what motivates a suggestion can build empathy and show that you value their perspective, even if you aren't going to do exactly what they say. As you move into middle age, you have many relationships and demands on your attention. Your aging parents might be more lonely and want a closer connection. Frequent contact is beneficial to both of you. When you feel love for your parents, say so. After many years, you may take it for granted that your parents know that you love them. But expressing your love explicitly will build the connection between you. Many parents help their adult children, whether financially or with gifts of time or other resources. Remember to let them know that their help matters to you. Look for ways to reciprocate by helping with tasks that may become more difficult as they get older or by offering emotional and financial support when appropriate. | Accommodate differences of opinion. Keep reaching out. Say thank you. |
Light and dark colors work equally well in terms of a tie, but knit silk usually matches best with seersucker. Subtle patterns are ideal: avoid stripes in particular, which can detract from the texture of seersucker. Pastel-colored ties generally pair well with seersucker. Whatever the color, make sure your tie matches your socks. Bow ties are acceptable to wear with seersucker clothing. Avoid wearing bolo or Kentucky ties. Most seersucker prints are bright and clash with black shoes. To avoid a fashion faux pas, wear light colored shoes with the fabric. White or light brown oxfords usually pair well with seersucker. Pair dark-wash jeans with a white seersucker shirt and brown oxfords. Choose a button-down shirt in a lightweight fabric, like linen, chiffon, or cotton. Avoid overly-formal shirts with ruffles or French cuffs. You might, for example, wear a pink linen button-down with a traditional blue seersucker suit and white oxfords. Pale colors, like white, pink, or blue, make seersucker look classy. Avoid bright or neon clothes, which generally clash with seersucker, in favor of pastel colors. For example, pair a plaid seersucker suit with a cream chiffon button-down. You don't need to wear head-to-toe seersucker to rock a formal look. To make your look more versatile and non-conventional, pair your seersucker jacket with khakis or white pants. Or, if you like the look of your jacket, wear a plain white or blue button-down with it. You could, for example, wear a salmon-colored seersucker jacket with a white cotton shirt and khaki dress pants. Denim jackets pair nicely with seersucker pants and look more casual than the full seersucker suit. Seersucker suits are refreshing to wear during hot months because it is a light fabric. Wear your seersucker suit when you want to look stylish without sweating through the evening. For added classiness, wear your favorite bow tie (a classic seersucker look). Do not wear seersucker to work or job interviews. For the most part, seersucker suits are not intended for the workspace. | Choose a subtle knit tie to go along with your seersucker suit. Avoid wearing black shoes with seersucker suits. Pair a shirt made of a light fabric with your seersucker suit. Pick a soft-colored shirt to wear with seersucker. Break up your seersucker suit to mix your outfit up. Save your seersucker suit for summer weddings and garden parties. |
You may often turn to family and friends when you are feeling anxious. However, you may find it helpful to identify specific people who you feel the most comfortable talking to and confiding in. Learn how the people in your life affect you. Some people may make your anxiety worse because they are anxious themselves. For example, if you have a friend who worries as much as you do, then she may not be the best person to call when you feel anxious. Stimulants, such as caffeine and nicotine can make anxiety worse. If you drink a lot of caffeinated beverages, then try to reduce your caffeine intake. If you smoke or use other tobacco products, then do everything you can to quit smoking. If you are a smoker, quit smoking as soon as possible. In addition to increasing anxiety, smoking can cause serious health problems such as heart attack, stroke, cancer, and emphysema. Ask your doctor about smoking cessation programs in your area. Try not to exceed more than 200 mg of caffeine per day. This is about the same as two eight-ounce cups of coffee. . Alcohol may make you feel better for a little while, but it can make your anxiety worse later on. Limit your alcohol intake and do not use alcohol to deal with anxious feelings. If you tend to binge drink or to drink in excess in response to your anxiety, then you may need to seek help to stop drinking. Talk to your doctor about treatment options. . Some studies have shown a link between eating habits and anxiety levels. Therefore, cutting out unhealthy, processed foods and opting for more healthy whole foods may affect your anxiety levels in a positive way. Strive for balanced, healthy meals that include fruits, vegetables, lean protein, and complex carbohydrates. Include some fish in your diet, such as salmon, which include omega-3s. Consuming foods that contain omega-3s on a regular basis may help with anxiety. Try to reduce your intake of candy, sugary cereals, baked goods, and other high-sugar foods. Instead, opt for a piece of fruit when you want something sweet. Include complex carbohydrates in your diet, such as oatmeal, quinoa, and whole wheat bread. These sources of carbohydrates may increase the level of serotonin in your brain and calm you down as a result. . Not getting enough sleep can make you feel more anxious, so it is important to get about eight hours of sleep every night. Try to go to bed at the same time every night and do things to prepare yourself for sleep. These might include: dimming the lights taking a warm bath listening to some white noise or soothing music reading a book | Develop your support group. Eliminate stimulants. Limit your alcohol intake Follow a balanced diet Sleep more |
When you panic, you make mistakes, so keep calm throughout. If you successfully planned your revision, you will have no need to panic when the exam comes. Take a deep breath, tell yourself "I can do this," and calm down . Some people need music in order to help them study, but try not to give your brain anything else to focus on while you're studying. One more distraction, even if it's calming music, is another thing your brain has to process in addition to the information you're trying to learn. We all catch ourselves going off-topic from time to time. Sometimes it's because the information we're supposed to learn is boring; sometimes it's because the information we don't need to know is exciting. Whatever it is, wait until after you've studied to really dig deeper and explore different subjects. Always ask yourself: How likely is it that this information will show up on my test? If you're really focused, you can rank the information from the most likely to the least likely, giving the most likely material the majority of your time and the least likely the rest of it. Studying for a test can be daunting, especially in the beginning. Take things in manageable chunks and don't worry about getting things perfect the first time around. Remember, you're here to learn, not necessarily ace a test. Try to understand the "big picture" if you're having trouble understanding the concept. This should make the details easier to understand. | Don't panic! Don't listen to music unless it helps you study. Don't stray off-topic. Don't get discouraged. |
Snapchat should open directly to the camera interface. This will bring up the Chat page; you'll find all of your recent conversations here in chronological order. This will open a chat window with that specific contact. There is no way to group chat on Snapchat. From here, you can also attach a picture, call or video call your recipient, or attach a Bitmoji if you have the service installed on your phone. Your recipient will receive a notification that says "[Your name] is typing..." when you begin typing, and another notification when you send your chat. This will send your chat. Your chat will show up on the "Chat" page as a blue arrow; when your recipient opens it, the blue arrow will become hollow. Unless you or your recipient tap and hold the chat text to save it, Snapchat chats disappear entirely once both parties have read the chat. | Tap the Snapchat app to open Snapchat. Swipe right. Swipe right on a contact's name. Type a message in the "Send a chat" field. Tap "Send" when you're done. |
Brush your cat for five to ten minutes at least once a week to manage shedding. If your cat has long hair or sheds heavily, you may need to brush it once every two to three days or more. A soft-bristle brush will work for short- or medium-haired cats. A wire-bristle (“slicker brush”) or specialized cat comb will work best for long-haired breeds. The brush shouldn't get snarled or require tugging. Using a comb to get down to the skin will help get the loosened undercoat to the surface. Finish with a quick rubdown using a chamois or cloth. Avoid the face and ears while brushing, and be careful near the sensitive stomach area. If the cat does not tolerate grooming with a brush or comb, try using grooming gloves, which feel more like stroking. These gloves are especially handy since you can just take off all the hair and dispose of it in one go. Mini cat-grooming vacuums are another option. The noise they produce may frighten your cat, though. You may have to start with the vacuum in another room, and gradually bring it closer over the course of a few days or weeks before the cat accepts the device being used on them. Using treats can be a good idea to create a positive association. You may need to train your cat to tolerate grooming. Be attentive to your cat's response and body language. Some cats are hypersensitive to touch. Watch the cat's body language to avoid overwhelming or overstimulating it. Watch for tail or ear twitching. If you see either, stop brushing, praise the cat and/or offer it a treat, then let it go. If you continue brushing, your cat may bite or scratch you. . To actively reduce shedding, bathe your cat every one to four weeks. Because most cats don't like water, your cat may not be enthusiastic about a bath. You may need to gradually work your cat up to a full bath. To help your cat become accustomed to a bath, start by filling a bathtub with three to four inches of warm (not hot) water. For the first few times, just put the cat in the water so that just its feet get wet and let the feet soak for a short period. Gradually build up to getting more of the cat's body wet each time. Always build up slowly to avoid frightening your cat and understand that some cats may never tolerate a bath. When you’re ready to bathe your cat, begin by wetting its fur. Use a soap-free, oatmeal based pet shampoo to lather the fur everywhere but the cat's face. Rinse the fur thoroughly, again, avoiding the eyes, nose, and ears. Dry the cat with a large towel. Visit a pet store and look for wipes or sprays that clean a cat's fur without water. These can replace baths entirely for uncooperative cats. Or, you can use them between baths if the cat gets dirty or starts shedding. Alternatively, to quickly remove loose fur from the top coat, use a paper towel or cloth dampened in warm water. Make an appointment with a professional groomer if you’re unable to manage the shedding yourself. A visit to a professional groomer may be necessary for cats with long, thick fur or for cats that react aggressively to grooming. Consider having a long-haired cat shaved down once or twice a year to decrease shedding. | Brush your cat on a regular basis. Help accustom your cat to regular brushing. Bathe your cat Use cat-cleaning products. Visit a professional groomer. |
Camera. Standard definition, you can pick up good second hand DV camcorders. Good value HD cameras are DSLRs such as the 550d but beware you cannot film handheld. 2nd camera. This is very useful as it means that you can be very efficient with your time as you can capture twice as much footage. So in the long run it will help you keep to schedule and stay calm. If size and weight is an issue you can get excellent small HD cameras such as the Nikon v1, but with less manual features. Tripod. Do you need one which is light weight or has a fluid head for smooth pans and tilts. 4 spare batteries. Hahnel makes good batteries which are cheaper than the originals. Tapes. Bring a lot more than you will need bring a dozen. Lens cloths. Microfiber cloths are good. External microphone. Getting good sound is crucial and this is best achieved with an external microphone. An excellent affordable recorder is the zoom h1. Headphones. These are also important to getting good sound. These should be over the ear so they can reduce background noise. Polarizing filter. Helps protect lens and reduce reflections. TV cable. So you can log your footage on a bigger screen. Laptop. (Expensive insurance). Consider whether you need a powerful computer which you can edit on such as the Macbook Pro or just a cheap laptop to transfer files. Voltage stabilizer. This is needed in India. External hard drive to back footage onto. Consider a lacie rugged. Recently the Solid state drive, a very stable and fast storage system has come onto the market but it is still very expensive. Memory cards. Bring at least 4 16GB cards. Work out what are your priority shots and draw up a schedule for each shooting day. Consider using a second camera when filming as this means you can film twice as much. Keep a diary. This way you can write how you felt about the shoot, what mistakes you made and what you will do differently next time. | Equipment below. If you are filming tape-less add these to your equipment list: Use your time efficiently. |
Pruning your pear tree during its dormant season before it actively begins regrowth in the spring is best because the tree will put more energy into growing where it was pruned. Pruning during this time when the leaves are off the tree also allows for you to better see what you’re doing. You should also choose a dry day to prune your pear tree. If it's raining or snowing when you cut your tree, there's a higher risk of infection getting into the wet cuts. If your shears or saw are old and you’re not sure if they are sharp, you can either sharpen them yourself or take them to your local hardware store to have them sharpened for a small fee To clean your shears or saw yourself, dip the blades in isopropyl alcohol for 30 seconds to disinfect them, then wipe them dry with a clean towel. Cuts that are slightly slanted will help deter water from soaking into the cut and having your branch get infected. You want to also want to make cuts right against the larger branch that the branch you're removing is growing from. Avoid leaving little stubs when you make cuts. Make a clean, slanted cut right up against the larger branch. If your tree is healthy, aim to remove 10-20% of the overall canopy of your tree in one year. This will mean more for older trees, and not much at all for younger trees. If you prune too hard, your tree may produce the vigorous upright branches called water sprouts which will start to crowd your tree. If your pruning pile starts looking a little big, or more than 10-20% of your tree, it's time to stop immediately. Wait until next year to prune more. | Prune during the winter on a dry day. Have a sharp, clean set of shears or pruning saw. Make slanted cuts that are flush with the branches. Cut 10-20% of your tree each year. |
It's important to keep your dreads clean and to remove buildup from your locks. Aim to wash your hair at least 1 time per week, but not every day. It's best to wait at least 2 days between each wash to allow your scalp to produce natural oils. If you have very dry hair that's prone to breakage, talk to your locktician about how often you should be washing your hair according to your hair type. In the shower or at a wash tub, get your hair wet by spraying it with warm water. Make sure the water isn't so hot that you can't touch it, and don't soak your dreads for more than a few moments at a time. Aim for them to be coated with water, but not completely saturated. Soaking your hair completely can cause it to become too heavy and might make it hard to get your hair dry again. Start with a small amount of residue-free shampoo, and work it into your hair, starting at the scalp. Gently pat the shampoo into your dreads, but don't rub or twist the dreadlocks while you wash them. If you feel like you don't have enough shampoo, you can always apply more. Residue-free shampoo helps to clear debris and build-up from your dreads without leaving behind a layer of shampoo. You can purchase a residue-free shampoo from most supermarkets and beauty stores. If you can't find it in store, you can order it online. Before you rinse your hair, let the shampoo sit on your dreadlocks and scalp. This will ensure that it is working to clean the hair and remove any oils or dirt from your locks. If you have thin or dry hair, only let the shampoo sit for a minute or so to prevent it from making your hair too clean, which can cause it to unravel. Tilt your head backward or downward and let the water run all the way through your locks, from your scalp to the end of your hair. As you’re rinsing, squeeze your dreadlocks to remove the shampoo and let the water wash it away. Continue rinsing until the water runs clear and no shampoo comes out of your dreads when you squeeze them. Once you’ve rinsed your dreadlocks, dry them by using your hands to squeeze out any excess water trapped in the locks. Then, use a microfiber towel to pat your scalp and dreadlocks completely dry. Never style your dreadlocks when they’re wet, as this can cause them to smell or grow mildew. Wait until they’re completely dry to the touch before styling them. If you’re worried about your dreadlocks smelling or becoming moldy, you can spray them with witch hazel after your shower to make them smell better and to kill mold. Avoid using conditioner or waxy products on your dreadlocks, as this can cause buildup in the hair and make them untwist. | Wash your dreadlocks once every 2-4 days. Wet your hair with warm water. Massage a quarter-sized drop of shampoo into your scalp and dreads. Let the shampoo sit in your hair for 1-2 minutes. Rinse your dreadlocks thoroughly after using shampoo. Squeeze the water out of your dreadlocks after you wash them. |
When you're ready to plant, till the soil about 6 inches (15.2 cm) deep and add a layer (1 cup per 20 feet) of phosphorous fertilizer. However, only do this if your soil is low on phosphorus. Be sure to test your soil first to find out. Using a mixture such as 10-20-10 or 0-20-0 will provide an extra boost for your developing onions. At this point, be sure to remove any weeds that may be present in the garden plot you're planting in. Plant onions so that no more than one inch of soil is placed above the sets or seedlings; if too much of the bulb is buried, the growth of the onion will be reduced and constricted. Space onion sets 4–6 inches (10.2–15.2 cm) apart, and onion seeds 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) apart. As your onions begin to grow, you can transplant them and space them further apart in order to increase their growing size. Place your seeds in the holes you've dug, covering them with ¼ to ½ inch of soil. The sets should be no more than two inches deep. Use your hands or shoes to firmly tamp the soil over the top of the onions; they grow better in firm, rather than loose, soil. Finish up planting by adding a bit of water, and you're set to watch them grow! Transplanted onions require more water than sets or seeds, so give yours a little extra moisture if that's what you planted. Onions are relatively delicate plants, as they have a fragile root system that can easily be damaged or abused by weeds and tugging. Use a hoe to cut off the tops of any weeds that emerge, rather than pulling them out; tugging the weeds could tug out the roots of the onions, and make growing difficult. Give your onions about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week, and supplement with a nitrogen fertilizer once a month for nutrients. Immediately after planting, add a light layer of mulch between each plant to lock in moisture and block out weeds. If you want your onions to taste a bit sweeter, give them more water than you normally would. If any of your onions flower, pull them out. These onions have 'bolted' and won't continue to grow in size or flavor. Onions are fully ripe when the tops appear golden yellow; at this point, bend the tops so that they lay flat on the ground. Doing this will move further nutrients towards developing the bulb rather than growing the shoots. After 24 hours, the tops should appear brown and the onions are ready to be pulled. Remove them from the soil and trim off the shoots at 1 inch (2.5 cm) above the bulb and the roots. Leave the onions to dry out for a day or two in the sun, and then move them to a dry space indoors for two to four weeks to continue drying. Store onions in stockings or over a wire screen to allow good airflow when drying. This will help them to keep for longer and maintain their flavor. Sweet onions will go bad earliest because of their high moisture content, so eat them first in order to prevent rot from making an appearance. Discard, or cut up and use, any onions that show signs of decay so they don't spread disease to other onions in storage. | Get the soil ready. Dig the holes. Plant the onions. Maintain your onion patch. Harvest your onions. |
Find the filters on your spa system. They may be located under a lid on a corner, or inside of a canister on the side of the spa. Remove the filters by turning them and pulling them out of their compartments. Before you start flushing and cleaning the spa, you need to take out the filters so they don't collect or catch any of the grime, mildew, mold, or any other gunk that comes out of the pipes. If you can't find your filters, check the owner's manual to locate them. Add a spa line flush product into the spa water according to the instructions on the packaging. Turn the jets on high and allow the water to circulate for 10 minutes so the cleaner can get inside all of the inner workings of the spa to break up and remove any of the gunk and sludge that's built up in the pipes. The warm water can cause all kinds of mold, mildew, and bacteria to build up in the plumbing lines of your spa. You can find line flush at spa and pool supply stores, pool supply stores, and online. Turn off the jets and cover the top of the spa to make sure that additional contaminants won't get in. It's also important that nobody can swim in the water while the line flush is in it. Wait a full 12 hours to allow the cleaner to remove the residue from the plumbing lines. Make sure nobody tries to enter the spa while the lines are being flushed. Turn off the spa to allow the line flush to soak. Remove the cover and drain your spa according to the manufacturer's instructions. If there is a build-up of gunky residue at the bottom of your spa, rinse it out with fresh water to remove it. Refill the spa with fresh clean water until it's completely full. Some spas may have a built-in pump that you can use to drain the water. If your spa has a drain plug, pull it to allow the water to drain. Add the clean water filters back to their original locations by sliding them into place. Make sure they’re securely installed so they can properly filter your spa water. Replace the lid if there is one so the filter area is covered. Use pH test strips to check the level of the water by dipping them into the liquid and comparing the color of the reaction to the color code on the box. It's important that the pH be slightly basic so the water doesn't react negatively with the bromine. You can adjust the pH of your spa water by adding baking soda to raise the pH or by adding muriatic acid to lower the pH. Look for pH test strips and muriatic acid at pool supply stores and online. | Remove the spa filters to avoid contamination. Flush your spa to clean the plumbing lines before you drain it. Cover the spa and allow it to sit for 12-14 hours. Drain and refill your spa with fresh water. Replace the water filters into the spa. Test the pH levels to make sure they’re between 7.2 and 7.6. |
Learning rate decay is a technique for training modern neural networks.It starts with a large learning rate and then decays it multiple times.It is empirically observed to help both optimization and generalization.Common beliefs in how lrDecay works come from the optimization analysis of Gradient Descent:1) an initially large learning rate accelerates training or helps the network escape spurious local minima;2) decaying the learning rate helps the network converge to a local minimum and avoid oscillation.Despite the popularity of these common beliefs, experiments suggest that they are insufficient in explaining the general effectiveness of lrDecay in training modern neural networks that are deep, wide, and nonconvex.We provide another novel explanation: an initially large learning rate suppresses the network from memorizing noisy data while decaying the learning rate improves the learning of complex patterns.The proposed explanation is validated on a carefully-constructed dataset with tractable pattern complexity.And its implication, that additional patterns learned in later stages of lrDecay are more complex and thus less transferable, is justified in real-world datasets.We believe that this alternative explanation will shed light into the design of better training strategies for modern neural networks. | We provide another novel explanation of learning rate decay: an initially large learning rate suppresses the network from memorizing noisy data while decaying the learning rate improves the learning of complex patterns. |
Open your favorite web browser by double-clicking its icon in the desktop. Type in the web address of the forum you would like to post to, then press Enter. You will be directed to the forum's home page. Do this by clicking the “Log in/Sign in” button. The location of the “Log in/Sign in” button will vary depending on the forum, but it's usually somewhere in the top corners of the page. | Head to the website of the forum. Log in. |
Don't get your teacher angry. Some teachers mean what they say, and play no games. Taking your time, talking, or being unprepared can give you supervisions. Supervisions are detentions! You don't want detention on your first year. Procrastination leads to stress and poor grades, so it's a better idea to start your homework 30 minutes or so after you get home. Avoid being around distractions like TV, your computer, or your cell phone while you're doing homework. Feel free to take short breaks while you're working, but be diligent about getting back to work once the break is over. It is always a good idea to do extra credit work and even if the teacher didn't ask for any. Some schools provide student planners or agendas. Make use of this and write down homework, important dates, and anything else you need to remember. They will help you to be prepared. While it's tempting to spend time on the computer before bed, you will sleep less if you do this. Instead, find a good book and wind down by reading. Give your parents details about your day when they ask (or even if they don't!). Help out around the house—offer to do dishes, set the table, or take your dog for a walk. The good behavior will pay off when you ask to do things with friends. Tell your parents how your day went. Was it good? Okay? Perfect? Terrible? Talk to your parents. They will listen. Get into the habit of this every day; it's a great way to stay connected and not have them pry it out of you. If you have an older sibling try to ask them about middle school (it's even better if you're going to the same school as them). Remember that the number of boys you date or the amount of makeup you wear won't make you popular (try avoiding dating at this age), and more importantly, it won't help you do well in school. And try not to cause drama either. It will make you look like a bad friend. Avoid gossip as well. Nobody likes to be friends with the girl who's in everyone's business, and in every conversation. And not in a good way. Don't get into other people's business. It's not your business! Don't get frustrated too quickly. Try to keep cool and keep your anger in check. Don't focus on boys. Focus on your grades and classes. This will help you in the long run, more specifically high school, college, and beyond, as you will have a clear view of your academic goals as a priority. If you constantly feel as though you're your friend's shadow or vice versa, work to even the playing field or find a new group of friends.Try to keep a small group of best friends, maybe 2-4 will be good! Have more friends than just your best friend, just in case something happens between you guys. Always be open to new friends. Take a little time each day to relax by yourself. Get to know yourself—middle school is a time when everyone is changing, and you're more likely to love those changes if you are working to know yourself. Don't change yourself for someone else or because they're not satisfied with who you are. Be yourself and not a second class version of someone else. Most of all, learn to appreciate living in the present while being focused on your future. This is a skill worth cultivating. | Stay on your teachers' good sides. Be alert. Don't procrastinate. Read before bed. Keep a good relationship with your family. Avoid getting caught up in silly drama. Find friends who are your equals. Don't forget about "me" time. Aim to be fulfilled by what you're learning. |
Like people, cats sometimes need an extended break from each other. Keep the cats separate for several days or weeks. Make sure you provide them with the necessary things to keep them comfortable like their bed, food bowl and litter boxes. Have the cats switch rooms every day so they have the opportunity to smell the other's scent. Use your cats’ feeding time as a way of getting them in close proximity to each other. While the two cats are separated, place their food bowls on opposite sides of the closed door. Determine how far away from the door to place the bowls based on how responsive the cats are to continuing to eat in close proximity to each other. Continue to move their food bowls closer to the door as the separation period progresses. This way, they will associate being in close proximity to each other with enjoyable activities. If possible, have one person on each side of the door to praise the two cat as it eats. This is done as a way of using food to reward the cats for being so close to the scent of another cat. In addition, you are rewarding the cat with praise for eating near another cat. Once several days have passed, crack the door open about one inch to see how they both respond. If the response is calm, open the door a little more, continuing this process until they are back in each other's presence. However, if they react by showing aggressive, return them back to separation and repeat the reestablishing friendship routine over again. You might find that rubbing a little tuna juice on the cats’ body and head helpful, as this will likely cause them to become distracted with grooming themselves, which will lessen their focus on each other. | Keep them separate. Reestablish limited proximity. Make the full acquaintance once again. |
You'll replace "filename" with your preferred name for the text file. As long as your text file's name isn't a duplicate of an existing text file in your current directory, this command will open a new text file in the Emacs editor. For example: a file named "newfile" would require you to type emacs newfile.txt. If you entered an existing text file name, this command will instead open the file in question. Emacs comes complete with tons of powerful commands that let you navigate around a document, look up related or help information, manipulate text, and understand your code. These commands fall into two types: Control commands and Meta commands. Control commands are written like this: C-<letter>. To execute a Control command, you'll hold down the Ctrl key and press the specified letter key at the same time (e.g., Ctrl and A). Meta (or Escape) commands are written like so: M-<letter> or ESC <letter>. The "M" refers to a computer's Alt key or Esc key, since not all computers have the Alt key. A command written like C-a b (or M-a b) will require you to hold Ctrl (or Alt or Esc) while pressing the first key (e.g., a, then release both keys and immediately press the second key (e.g., b). You can simply type as you typically would for any other text document. To save the current line of text and jump to the next line, you'll press ↵ Enter. Doing so will save your file. This will exit the Emacs text editor and return you to your directory in Terminal. Your text file should now be saved under your selected name in this directory. To do so, simply type emacs filename.txt into Terminal. As long as you're in the same directory as is the file, doing this will open your text file in Emacs, at which point you may resume editing it if you please. | Type emacs filename.txt into Terminal. Press ↵ Enter. Get to know Emacs commands. Enter your document's text. Press Ctrl+X, then press S. Press Ctrl+X, then press Ctrl+C. Re-open your text file. |
Follow the package directions on your dry mounting paper to see what temperature is needed for the mounting process. Typically, this should range between 160–200 °F (71–93 °C). Turn on your iron and allow it to preheat while you begin getting your print prepared for mounting. Layer your print over your dry mounting paper and your chosen backing so that everything is centered. Make sure that none of the dry mounting paper is sticking out from under the print, as this could damage the front side of your print when heated. You will start heating the center of your print to dry mount it before you get to the edges, so keep your print in place by taping the edges with painters tape or masking tape. Make sure the print, paper, and backing are all secure before you begin dry mounting, because you won't be able to move them back into place once you start. Although your print should withstand heat without damage, direct heat from the platen of the iron could scorch or bubble the ink or paper. Lay a piece of blotting paper over the top of the taped-in-place print, in order to act as a shield against damage. The heat from the iron will glue the three layers together, keeping them in place for the rest of the mounting process. Let the iron set (without moving it) on the center of the print for 3-5 minutes. When the print is firmly attached to the backing, you can move onto the next section. Follow the same practice as above by moving the iron to each of the corners and edges of the print, and allowing it to sit and heat the dry-mounting paper for 3-5 minutes. Moving the iron around or back-and-forth during this process will make it take longer for the dry-mounting process to complete, so just watch the paper to make sure it isn't too hot without moving it. Each time you are ready to move to a new corner, set the iron in the center and slide it out to the corner. This will remove any bubbles that might have formed under the print from the dry mounting paper. Un-tape the sides of the print when you are ready to dry-mount that area. Be careful not to pull the print away from the freshly-mounted backing when you remove the tape. When your print is securely attached to the backing on all sides, then the dry mounting process is complete. Allow it to cool for several minutes, and then remove the paper. At this point, you are finished! Follow up with a picture frame for a truly completed look. | Heat up your iron. Line up your print, paper, and backing. Tape your print in place. Place a piece of blotting paper over your print. Place your iron on the center of the print. Continue mounting the corners with the iron. Finish up. |
Your ideal office location has a lot to do with the practice areas in which you've chosen to specialize. For example, if you plan to be a civil litigator and spend most of your time in court, you would benefit from having an office within walking distance of the courthouse. You won't have to worry about traffic or finding parking when you can just walk to court. Keep in mind how much space you'll need. For example, if you plan to meet often with clients in your office, you may need a dedicated conference room. Study the real estate market in the areas where you'd like to lease office space so you have a good idea of the market value of any available offices you visit. Set priorities for various property features so you know what you can't live without and what you can compromise on. Paying the lowest rent, for example, might not be of much benefit to you if you don't have adequate space. Depending on the area of law you intend to practice, you may be able to work from home for at least a short period of time while you're getting your law firm off the ground. If you absolutely must have a separate office, consider using an office share company or leasing a suite of rooms from another firm. You need to plan for employee expenses, including payroll, health insurance, and worker's compensation insurance. Early on, you should focus your staffing needs on legal assistants and paralegals who have experience. If they have too much experience, you may not be able to afford to hire them, but you also can't afford to hire someone who requires a lot of training. You need staff members who already understand the basics of working in a law office. If your office is located near a law school, contact the school's career services office and see if you can get a law student to intern. You won't inspire much confidence if you open your doors to clients and your desk consists of 2x4s propped up on milk crates. Whether you decide to start a high-tech paperless office or use the traditional paper file method of organization also will have an impact on the type of office space you need and how big your office will need to be. When you budget your start-up costs for furniture and equipment, talk to your tax advisor to determine how those expenses can be deducted. Some equipment you can deduct the full cost of all at once, while other items have to be depreciated over a number of years. At a minimum, you need computer programs to manage your calendar and contacts, track your billing, and organize your digital files. You also may want to subscribe to an online legal research system such as LexisNexis or Westlaw. These companies have different subscription levels so you can balance access to the information you need with a price you can afford. If you're going to focus on internet presence, you may want to hire a web designer or a social networking expert, at least on a freelance or temporary basis to get your accounts set up. You also might consider hiring a copywriter or blogger to create informative copy for your website. Depending on your practice area, you might consider targeted advertising online or in local publications that cater to your ideal client base. | Go location scouting. Evaluate office alternatives. Decide how many people you want on staff. Consider your needs for office furniture and equipment. Price document management and research services. Include marketing expenses in your budget. |
The collie is a medium-sized dog that originated in Scotland, where they were used to herd sheep. Their heritage as working dogs means they have a lot of endurance and a lot of energy. This means that only giving a collie a quick walk around the block will leave a collie feeling bored and frustrated. The ideal Collie owner is interested in an interactive relationship with their dog, training the pet to a high level of obedience, and participating in activities such as agility or obedience trials. A collie owner should be active and have the time to give their dog a lot of physical activity every single day. If a collie is not mentally stimulated and given a lot of physical activity it will become bored and neurotic. This could result in bad behavior, such as barking for no reason. Collies do make great family dogs but need to be treated with respect. If you have very small children, you may want to consider a different breed. If a small child is too rough and tumble with a collie, the animal may become fearful and bite out of fear. The Collie breed is prone to certain genetic health problems, especially hip dysplasia and eye problems. If getting your dog from a breeder, choose one that screens the parent dogs for these problems. Make sure the breeder breeds from dogs with low hip scores and that passed a screening eye test with a veterinary ophthalmologist. The breeder should be able to produce certificates which prove both the mother and father were screened and are at low risk of passing on diseases such as CEA (Collie eye anomaly) and GPRA (generalized progressive retinal atrophy) which lead to blindness in young dogs. Screening an adult dog is not a guarantee the puppies will definitely be free of disease, but it is a good start. The other side of the coin is that parents that are affected by hip dysplasia or CEA are highly likely to breed pups that are also affected. Make sure they are socializing all of their dogs regularly. This will help assure that your puppy becomes a confident well-adjusted adult dog. The breeder should expose the dog to many different people and situations beginning around 3 - 4 weeks of age. The young dogs should meet people of different heights, appearances, and tones of voice. The puppies should not be exclusively reared in a kennel, as this isolates them from the normal sights, sounds, and activities of a regular life. This will make it more difficult for the dog to adjust to family life. Never, ever buy a puppy from a puppy mill. One sign you have come across a bad breeder is that the breeder will not let you see the mother. This is because the mother has been taken away from the puppy far too early and is no longer interacting with the puppy at all. | Decide whether the collie personality is right for you. Decide if the collie breed is right for your family. Be aware of potential health problems. Choose your breeder carefully. |
When he is comfortable enough to become curious, he will approach the baby gate to investigate when you walk by with your dog. If both animals seem calm and curious when interacting through the gate, you are ready to try having them in the same room. This would be an appropriate time to use the command “leave it.” If your dog begins whining or getting agitated and excited, remove the cat to its room and practice basic obedience with your dog until she calms down. Do not attempt letting your dog interact with your cat off-leash until you are absolutely confident that she will not become aggressive or chase the cat. This will undo a huge amount of the progress you have made. Continue to keep a close eye on both animals. Be sure to click and reward your dog for any positive behavior. | Let the cat set the pace. Keep your dog on a loose leash, but be ready to react if she tries to chase the cat. Continue this practice for a few weeks. When you feel absolutely confident, take your dog off the leash. |
At times, you may find your feelings of hurt and shame too difficult to handle on your own. A therapist can help you understand your feelings better and work with you to develop strategies for managing them. Ask your primary care doctor to recommend a mental health professional who has experience helping child abuse survivors. Look for a therapist who has experience working with trauma survivors. You might use "trauma-informed" as a search term when looking for your therapist. You might also look for a certification, special training, or past experience listed on their profile. Going to a therapist who isn't trained well can harm rather than help you. If you are a student, your school may offer free mental health services or have resources for helping you connect with a counselor. If you are still a minor and are not sure how to get in touch with a therapist, reach out to a trusted adult, such as a teacher or a sympathetic relative, for help setting up an appointment. You may need to meet with a few different therapists before you find one who works well with you. Don't give up if the first therapist you try doesn't feel like a good fit. for child abuse survivors. Ask your doctor or therapist to recommend a group for people who share experiences similar to yours. Talking with other survivors can help you feel less isolated and may lead to meaningful connections and friendships. Members of your support group may also be able to help you discover new ways to cope with shame and other negative feelings related to your past abuse. You can also do a search online for support groups and organizations devoted to helping child abuse survivors. Organizations like Adult Survivors of Child Abuse (http://www.ascasupport.org/) and Help for Adult Victims of Child Abuse (https://www.havoca.org/) can help you connect with groups and resources in your area. Additionally, many communities have sexual assault and rape crisis centers which provide individual counseling sessions or group counseling sessions to survivors. Make time to be with friends, loved ones, and acquaintances who are respectful, compassionate, and sympathetic. Compassion from both yourself and others is key to overcoming feelings of shame. As much as you can, avoid spending time with people who put you down, belittle you, or refuse to respect your boundaries. If you are still a minor in an abusive situation, let someone know. This could be a sympathetic relative, the parent of a close friend, a teacher or mentor, or an authority figure, such as a police officer or social worker. As frightening as this may be, it's important that you get help. No one deserves to be abused, and no one should have to face abuse alone. If someone is hurting you or threatening to hurt you, call emergency services or ask a trusted adult to do it for you as soon as you can safely do so. If you want advice but are scared to report the person abusing you, call a youth crisis line. Some services, like TEEN LINE (https://teenlineonline.org/talk-now/), allow you to chat anonymously over the phone, online, or through text messaging. | Meet with a professional therapist. Join a support group Spend time with supportive friends and family. Reach out to a trusted adult for help if someone is still abusing you. |
This is a common behavioral interview format. "Tell us about a Situation or Task that you encountered in a past position. Describe the Action you took, and explain the Result." An example of this might be, "Tell us about a time where you were confronted by an angry customer. What did you do, and what was the result?" The panel may then ask further, more in-depth questions about the details of the situation that you describe. Listen carefully to the question the interviewer asks. Be sure that you are giving him or her an example that will demonstrate the skills he/she is looking for. Clarify what is being asked by rephrasing the question back to the interviewer. Demonstrate that you understand the question. This way, the interviewer can put you back on the right track if you didn't fully understand what the question was asking. The interviewers will usually prompt you to think of a specific type of situation: e.g. a time when you had to resolve a conflict between members of your team. Pick a situation that paints you in a positive light. Provide an example of a time when you previously demonstrated a certain competency or behavior, preferably in a work situation: for example, your problem-solving ability. You don't need to pick a "success," necessarily. If you can explain how you learned from failure, then you may impress employers with your honesty. Try to think of relevant situations ahead of time. Make a short list of challenges that you've overcome in past jobs that might also be applicable to this new job. The situation doesn't need to be something that occurred at a job. If you don't have much relevant work experience, try to draw from situations that occurred while you were at college or school, playing on a sports team, volunteering, or performing any other extracurricular activities. This task might be a project, a repeating role, or a special mission. The task may be something that you encountered on a regular basis at a past job, or it may be the account of a request that took you out of your comfort zone. Think back to a project that challenged you to grow. Tell the interviewers about the steps that you took to resolve the situation. Explain your thought process and how you knew what to do. Make sure to focus on what you as an individual did. If you refer to "we," then it will not be clear what your specific contribution was. Do not inflate your own importance, but be sure to own your actions. If you are describing a customer situation, then explain how you handled that customer. If you are answering a question about a team conflict, then explain what you said to each member of the team in question. Clearly detail the outcome of your actions, including what happened and what you learned from the situation. It is very important to frame the example as a learning experience. | Prepare for the STAR model. Describe the situation. Talk about a task. Outline the action that you took. Explain the result. |
Measure from your waist down to your ankles. Next, measure around your waist and both of your ankles. Record each of your measurements. If this is for an adult woman, measure the hips too. Note the distance between the belly button and the hips as well. You can find this type of fabric in the dance-wear section of a fabric store. Make sure that it is smooth, shiny, and preferably with a scale pattern. You can also buy "super hero" spandex from the cosplay section of a fabric store. Divide your waist measurement by 4, then make the a mark that distance from the fold. Measure down along the fold based on your waist-to-ankle measurement. Divide your ankle measurement by 4, then make another mark that distance from the fold. Leave enough space below the ankles for the fins. Make sure that you are folding the fabric with the right sides facing in. If your fabric has scales on it, make sure that the scales are all pointing downwards. If this is for an adult woman, include the hip measurement as well. Remember to divide it by 4! If you included the hip measurement, you'll need to connect the waist mark to the hip mark, then the hip mark to the ankle mark. This completes your tail body. Fold the fin template in half, then place it onto the fabric. Make sure that the folded edges match up, and that the top edge of the template touches the bottom edge of the tail. Trace around the template, then pull it away. For a fancier tail, add a ragged, fringy edge to the bottom of the fin. You will need to add 1 inch (2.54 centimeters) to all edges, including the top. When you are done, cut a second piece of fabric just like the first one. Use the already-cut piece as a guide. If you added a ragged fringe to the bottom edge of your tail, you only need to add seam allowances to the outer edges of the fringe. | Take your measurements. Buy some stretchy, mermaid-like fabric. Fold the fabric in half lengthwise, then transfer your measurements. Connect the marks with a straight line. Add the fin template and trace around it. Cut your fabric, including seam allowances. |
Although you likely won't come into contact with battery acid, taking precautions is always a good idea. Wear eye protection and long-sleeved clothing. Slip on a pair of gloves to protect your hands. Take off any jewelry. Not only can the acid ruin your expensive ring, but the metal can ruin the battery. You can purchase chemical-resistant rubber gloves at many general and home improvement stores. Make sure your golf cart is turned off and unplugged before you touch the batteries. Open the compartment under the driver's seat to access the batteries. The batteries will have plastic caps on top of them, which you can pull off by hand. The caps may have acid on them, so set them on the ground or a rubber mat. Avoid resting them against metal surfaces. Look underneath the caps to see inside the batteries. You should be able to spot the series of plates that allow each battery to function. If the fluid level is not above the plates, you will need to adjust it before charging your cart. Your battery may have several openings. Make sure each compartment has enough water in it. If your cart runs on gas, you won't see any fluid and don't need to add any. Move on to cleaning off any corrosion you see, as described elsewhere in the article. Using a funnel or battery refilling system is helpful here to avoid making a mess. Fill each battery carefully until the water is right above the plates. You don't want to fill the entire battery yet. After the plates are submerged, replace the battery caps. Distilled water has no extra minerals, so it is the best option. However, tap water is better than no water. You can usually find distilled water at supermarkets. Plug the cart into a battery charger. Allow the cart to stay motionless until the batteries have a full charge. In a worst-case scenario, this can take half a day, so hopefully your batteries aren't completely depleted! Avoid letting the batteries overcharge. An automatic charger is helpful since it will turn off when the batteries are full. You can purchase a new charger online or at some auto parts stores. Choose a charger that is compatible with your cart. Once the batteries are charged, unplug the charger. Make sure the cart is still turned off. Remember to put on your safety gear again in case any acid is left on the battery covers. Avoid filling the batteries completely, or else you will end up with a nasty spill in your cart. Pour the distilled water in gradually, stopping when the water is about 1⁄8 in (0.32 cm) below the rim. Stop pouring if you are in doubt about how much water to add. As long as the plates are submerged, they are protected. Put the cap back on each battery after you finish tending to it. Make sure the cap is tight so it doesn't come off while you’re driving down a fairway hill. Push down on it until it snaps in place. | Put on acid-proof gloves and glasses. Open the vent caps on the batteries. Check the electrolyte level in the battery. Fill the batteries partially with distilled water. Charge your golf cart. Open the vent caps again. Add more water until the batteries are almost full. Replace and tighten the caps. |
When using essential oils for perfumery, the best place to start is with scent groups. The major scent groups are floral, woodsy, earthy, citrusy, oriental and spicy. Oils that are in the same scent group usually blend very well together. The most popular and easy to find essential oils for each scent group are: Floral scent group: lavender, rose, neroli and jasmine. Woodsy scent group: pine and cedarwood. Earthy scent group: oakmoss, vetiver and patchouli. Citrusy scent group: orange, lemon and grapefruit. Spicy scent group: clove and cinnamon. Oriental scent group: ginger and patchouli. To make 8 ounces (1 cup) of perfume mist, you will need ½ tablespoon of essential oils. This is approximately 110 drops. To make a floral perfume mist using the formula already presented, try this recipe: 40 drops lavender essential oil; 35 drops neroli essential oil; 35 drops jasmine essential oil; 10 tablespoons of alcohol; 4 tablespoons of distilled water; ½ tablespoon of vegetable glycerin. Once you get the hang of it, get creative and try your own experiments with different proportions of the essential oils. For example, you could modify the above formula to be a lavender-heavy scent that only includes 2 oils from the scent group – lavender and neroli. Adjust the lavender amount to be 70 drops. Adjust the neroli amount to be 40 drops. This amounts to 110 drops total, which is what the recipe calls for. Follow the rest of the formula and you’ll have an altogether new floral scent. The original formula remains the same, but this time the scent group is woodsy. Once you get the hang of it, experiment with the proportions, just like you did with the floral group. To get you started, try this recipe to create a woodsy perfume mist: 50 drops oakmoss essential oil; 40 drops patchouli essential oil; 20 drops vetiver essential oil; 10 tablespoons of alcohol; 4 tablespoons of distilled water; ½ tablespoon of vegetable glycerin. Some scent groups mix well with other scent groups. Floral and citrusy oils are two scent groups that generally mix well together. Using the same formula as before, create an energizing citrusy floral mist by modifying it with a lavender oil and grapefruit oil blend: 85 drops lavender essential oil; 25 drops grapefruit essential oil; 10 tablespoons of alcohol; 4 tablespoons of distilled water; ½ tablespoon of vegetable glycerin. Aside from floral and citrusy, there are many other scent groups that compliment each other and mix well together. Use the same formula as before and reference this general guideline to get you started mixing across scent groups: Florals blend well with oils from the spicy, citrusy and woodsy scent groups. Oriental oils blend well with oils from the floral and citrusy scent groups. Woodsy oils usually blend well with all scent groups. Experiment! By trying different the oils, mixing across scent groups and modifying proportions, the possibilities are almost limitless. | Select oils based on scent group. Mix lavender, jasmine and neroli to create a floral perfume mist. Experiment with your own modifications. Mix oakmoss, vetiver and patchouli to create an earthy perfume mist. Mix floral and citrusy oils together for a layered blend. Mix more than one layered blend for a unique scent. |
The use of medicines, herbal remedies and/or lifestyle changes are not substitutes for medical care. Given that stomach aches can point to serious problems, it is vital that you know which symptoms to take seriously and know when to see a doctor. If you are experiencing severe stomach pain that makes you unable to sit still, or if you need to curl into a ball to find relief, you need to visit the emergency room. This is especially true if the pain is on the right side of your abdomen. You should also visit the emergency room or see your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms: Stomach pain with bloody stool, persistent nausea and vomiting, skin that appears yellow, swelling in your abdomen, or tenderness in your abdomen. If you have stomach pain after an injury or car accident. See your doctor right away if you have stomach pain and suspect you may be pregnant. If your stomach ache persists for a few days or begins to worry you, it is time to see a doctor. You should also call your doctor is you have heartburn that lasts for several weeks with no improvement from over the counter medicine. Also, call your doctor if the stomach pain is accompanied with fever and headache, poor appetite, weight loss, or pain with urination. Your doctor will ask you to lift up your shirt to examine your stomach. In order to check that there is no inflammation or other problems, the doctor will listen to your stomach using a stethoscope and will also feel around to check for tenderness and ensure that all the organs are in the right place. Tell the doctor if you experience any pain or discomfort when he or she presses your stomach. | Understand that stomach aches may be serious. Visit the emergency room immediately with severe and unrelenting pain. Call your doctor if you have stomach pain lasting several days. Let your doctor examine you to rule out anything serious. |
Scrape a small amount of wood putty into each hole. Use a putty knife or trowel to smooth the wood filler over the nail hole as best you can. Once it's had time to dry, sand the putty with a high-grit sandpaper or sanding block to finish blending it. Most wood fillers will take between 15 minutes and an hour to dry completely, depending on the depth and number of holes. If necessary, run the tip of the caulk gun between the new casing and the wall to fill in any remaining gaps. Do the same in the lines where the trim meets, around the sill and anywhere else you find open crevices. As long as you’ve measured, cut and nailed the casing carefully, there should be no need to caulk. Run a sheet of high-grit sandpaper over the inner edges of the new casing and the exposed drywall around the opening. After this area has been smoothed and painted, the new casing will run seamlessly into the window jamb. Use just enough force to wear down swelling, splinters, and other inconsistencies and prepare the materials to accept paint. If you caulked around the new trim, cut or fold the sandpaper into a small strip and go over it until it's no longer visible. Brush on a single coat of primer and allow it to dry overnight. Follow up with 2-3 coats of interior acrylic paint, letting each coat dry to the touch before applying the next, until you reach the desired coverage and depth of color. When you’re done, you’ll have a beautifully accented window to show for your efforts! Use painter's tape to mask the surrounding wall and avoid stray drips and streaks. Choose a shade that matches the rest of the trim throughout your home. Be prepared to give each coat of paint 4-6 hours of drying time before reapplying. | Fill all nail holes. Caulk around the edges of the casing. Sand inside the window jamb. Prime and paint the casing. |
That is, show up on time and do what you're saying you're going to do. Take up responsibility around the house. It's all these little things that will help you build good will with your parents, so they might be more inclined to say "yes" in the future. One way to build trust is to tell your parents the truth. When you don't, your parents may find out, and then they will be less likely to trust you. Another way to build trust is to do what you say you will. That means you come home on time. You are where you say you're going to be. When you say you'll do your homework, you actually do it. All of these small things add up to building trust. Your parents will let you know if you've betrayed their trust. Generally, it means that you've done something wrong in a situation where they believed you would act as you said you would without them checking up on you. For instance, if they trust you to go to your friend's house and instead, you've gone to a party, that's a betrayal of trust. When you realize you've screwed up, say "I'm very sorry that I've betrayed your trust. I know that it's worse than just breaking a rule because you've given me extra leeway. How can I begin to make it up to you?" Your needs are what you have to have to live, which includes things like shelter, clothing, and food. It also includes things basic to your happiness, such as the support of your family and friends. Wants are what goes on top of that. Wants may include that new jacket you've been eyeing or going out with your friends on the weekends, when you often see them during the week. Just because something is a want or desire doesn't mean you shouldn't have it. However, you need to think about what you find most important in your wants. Maybe going out with a friend one weekend is more important to you than going to a dance the next. By figuring out what you want most, you're in a better position to talk to your parents. When trying to decide what's most important, think about what would make you saddest to miss or not to have. That's what's most important to you. Just like your parents have to pick their battles when it comes to what you do, you need to decide what you're going to try to persuade your parents to give you. That is, if you push your parents on everything, your parents are more likely to push back and tell you "no." Try to pick just one or a couple of things that you really want, and then when you go to your parents with a request, you won't have already asked for ten things this week. It will help your parents know that you really do feel this subject or request is important. For instance, you could say, "I've been thinking hard about what's most important to me. While I understand that you don't want me going over to my friend's house, could we possibly go out to coffee? You can drop me off there if that makes you feel better about the situation." | Be trustworthy. Apologize if you betray your parents' trust. Prioritize your wants and needs. Choose what to push for. |
If your axolotls breed, remove the babies from the tank using a net and place them in a separate aquarium. Older axolotls may prey on younger ones, so it's not safe to keep axolotls of different ages in a tank together. Axolotls are best kept in their own tank, but occasionally can do well with another axolotl of a similar size and age. However, they will prey on other types of fish or marine life. In general, an axolotl tank should only contain axolotls. Axolotls are not people-friendly pets. They do not need human contact to be happy and, in fact, this may stress them out. Only handle an axolotl when necessary, such as when removing babies from a tank. Axolotls may also nip if handled. | Separate young and old axolotls. Do not place other animals in an axolotl tank. Refrain from handling axolotls. |
Instead of verbally criticizing your spouse, which is telling them exactly what you don't like about them, replace it with feedback—sharing how their actions make you feel, whether anxious, embarrassed, uncared for, and so on. When someone knows precisely why their behavior is a problem—and they can relate to it since they probably have the same emotions—you are much more likely to get a civil response. Make sure you share your feedback with a respectful demeanor, keeping sarcasm and anger out of your voice. You may want to practice forgiveness before each time you share feedback. You should also take a mental step back from the relationship and determine that while your spouse isn't 100% what you want, they are mostly good, which allows you to accept them unconditionally, in spite of the little things that irritate you. When you sense a critical thought coming to your mind, arrest the thought and redirect it toward acceptance of your spouse as whole. In order to help stop criticizing your spouse, you have to start looking for the good. Develop a positive reinforcement mindset—whenever you think of something negative about them, replace it with something you admire about them, and reward yourself for the effort. Rewards are proven to help us develop new habits and keep them. Reward yourself with something small, like a bit of chocolate, an episode of a show you like, or even a mini-break from a monotonous task. Physical affection is one of the clearest forms of communicating love and care. Studies show that even just a teacher giving a supportive tap on the back can compel students to volunteer twice as often. A massage from someone you love is likely to quell depression and even ease pain. Physical and verbal affection can communicate what your words don't, helping to save a marriage. Do simple touches like a pat on the should when they do a good job, a small kiss on the forehead, or touch fingers. Simple compliments communicate affection as well, like telling your wife she made a good dinner or sharing how happy something your husband did made you. Giving your spouse undivided attention is important for communicating value to them. If you or your spouse regularly watches TV while the other talks, or looks around the room or flips through the mail, or engages in any number of distractions while the other talks, then you aren't really paying attention to them. Instead, focus on the other person's eyes when they are talking. Focus on them when you realize they are sharing something with you. Thank them when say supportive or complimentary things, as this shows that you heard them. Show up with a gift of an item they recently mentioned wanting to have. Going along with paying attention is listening well. Active listening means that you wait until the other person is done talking and then give feedback—not necessarily trying to solve the problem. Share what they are saying by offering a story of an experience you had that was similar. Make eye contact when they talk, or ask them to make eye contact with you when you talk. If you have been married for a long time, chances are that both of you have changed over the years, especially if you have children. Take some time to get to know them again. Ask them questions about their likes and dislikes. If they aren't sure of what they like anymore, offer to take them somewhere like a restaurant to help them figure it out. Make an effort to provide the things that you discover they like in gifts, at home, or on outings. Be intentional about being kind to each other. This may mean that you take stock of your interactions by recording them and playing them to back listen to how much you bicker. You can do things like making lists of what annoys you about each person and then write down how you usually respond. Determine to respond differently each time the other person does these 10 things. You can also be kind by serving the other person, such as cooking for them, assisting them with a project, or surprising them with things you know they like. Choose not to be rude, critical, or other negative things. If you change your behavior without informing your spouse, you may find yourself full of expectations of change without the other person knowing why you are disappointed. Tell them your determination to change your marriage, and ask them for what you need as a husband or wife. If you normally ignore your desires in an effort to put others first, try reversing this habit and expressing what you want before others do. | Stop criticizing. Look for the good. Be affectionate. Pay attention to the other person. Listen to your spouse. Recognize things that are new about your spouse. Be kind. Ask for what you need. |
If you use a petite lace headband, you probably will not need to make any adjustments. If you use a standard-size lace headband, you might need to take it in. You can use a white headband, but you can also try to find one in a color that matches your dress or your school colors. A petite lace headband is the sort of headband worn by babies and toddlers. To take the headband in, clip apart and remove the ribbon holding it together. Turn the headband inside-out and fold one end of the lace down until the entire length matches the length the garter needs to be. Line up the fold with the other end and stitch them together using a triple stitch or narrow zigzag stitch. Turn the garter right-side-out again. Cut 10 inches (25 cm) of narrow tulle. Fold it together and attach your embellishment with glue. You should have about eight layers of folded tulle. Even at this thickness, the tulle will be light enough to prevent it from being seen at a distance. Put a small amount of hot glue in the middle of the tulle before firmly fixing your embellishment on the dot. Let dry. You could use fake pearls or gems for an embellishment, but for something more themed to homecoming, use a charm of your school mascot or school emblem. You could also attach a football jewelry charm or a small bow made with ribbon in your school colors. Hand stitch the tulle onto the center seam of the lace headband to complete your garter. Trim your tulle down before attaching it. Cut it near the embellishment, leaving just enough to sew into. | Adjust a lace headband to fit around the wearer's thigh. Attach an embellishment to a thin piece of tulle. Stitch the tulle and embellishment onto the garter. |
Make separate Facebook events and make sure you and your fellow organizers invite all of your local friends. Be sure that sponsors and partner organizations advertise your events on their accounts and various forms of social media. This is what you will use to convince sponsors, advertisers, and guests that your concert is worth supporting. Anything you can get donated or a reduced rate just means more money raised for your charity. These should go to the local newspapers, websites, radio stations and television stations (including the local cable access channel) for the community calendar. Also consider places relevant to the music scene such as record shops, other concert venues, and music schools. Consider contacting a local art school to ask a graphic designer to design your flyer. Young artists are likely to do this work for free for the exposure and experience. Be sure to noticeably credit the artist on the flyer. You'd be surprised how much the promise of good food can draw in attendees. If you can, find a printing company to provide you with custom T-shirts for your event. Even if they are not donated, you can still make a quick profit on T-shirt sales. Be sure to spread the word for your events everywhere you go. Hand out your flyers in the street with enthusiasm and hype up the event the week before each one. Offer printable tickets online as well as pre-printed ones. One method is to sell large amounts of advance tickets to sponsors who can them give them out to members or customers. This provides both up-front money and free advertising for your events. | Create an online presence for your events. Craft a strong pitch for your cause. Send out press releases. Make flyers for your events and post them in popular places in town like the supermarket, phone booths, kiosks, local bars and coffee shop. Find a company to provide merchandise or concessions at your events. Network the concert series in person. Sell advance tickets. |
This is the most common type of headache and it tends to be on both sides of the head, most often starting at the back of the head. The headache may “move” forward and affect the eyes. The pain is most often described as dull or feeling like a tight band is around your head. Tension headaches are often caused by tightened or strained muscles in the head and neck. These headaches can be related to stress, depression and mood disorders, injuries and the position that the head is held at for long periods of time. They tend to be on one side of the head, but may spread to both sides. The pain tends to be worse with movement, light, sounds, and can be triggered by a variety of things including food, drug withdrawal, alcohol, coffee, or a lack of sleep. Migraine pain tends to be pounding or throbbing. Migraine headaches are often associated with nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to sound, light and smells. Migraines may also be associated with “auras” or warning signs that a migraine is on its way. These auras are visual (flashes of light, blind spots), sensory (tingling in the face, hand) or associated with smells. Migraines with or without auras are treated in similar ways. These are very painful, with the pain usually described as sharp, piercing or stabbing. Cluster headaches occur in groups or clusters over several times a day, lasting days, weeks or months. They tend to occur at the same times during the day but last for an hour or less. Cluster headaches usually go away for days, weeks or months. Cluster headaches should not be treated at home. While some herbal or aromatherapy treatments can be used in addition to professional treatment, they should not be used on their own. Other types of headaches include sinus headaches, associated with pain at the front of the head, often around the cheeks, eyes and forehead. A sinus headache is associated with infections and allergies. Headaches can also be associated with stopping the use of pain medications (rebound headaches), fevers, or be a part of pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS). If you have headaches that don't seem to have an explanation in increased stress, lack of sleep or just seem “different” to you, don't hesitate to see a healthcare professional soon. Rarely, a headache can be a symptom of more serious condition. These conditions include: Brain hemorrhages (bleeding in the brain) Brain tumors High blood pressure Brain infections or abscesses An increase in intracranial pressure Lack of oxygen while sleeping (sleep apnea) Stroke Brain aneurysm (a defect in a brain blood vessel) | Determine if you have a tension headache. Figure out if you have a migraine headache. Decide if you have a cluster headache. Consider if you have another type of headache. See a doctor if you have a serious concern. |
Chin caps are external devices that limit the growth of the lower jaw. These caps are fit to your individual chin, and wrap around to connect to straps that run from the side to the back of the head. Chin caps are generally only worn for a portion of the day. Often, they may only be worn while sleeping. Chin caps need to be prescribed and fit by your orthodontist. Reverse face masks, or RFMs, are external devices with a forehead rest, a chin rest, and metal bar that attaches to the upper row of teeth. This device is prescribed by an orthodontist and worn part-time to pull the upper row of teeth into the correct position. RFMs are about as effective as chin caps for underbite corrections. In the case of very severe underbites or underbites in older patients, surgical correction may be necessary. The procedure will ultimately be done by an oral surgeon, but the process generally starts with a consultation at your dentist's office to see you would be a strong candidate. If so, they will recommend you to a specialist in your area. You may also want to talk to your dental insurance provider to see how much of the surgery costs will be covered. The general process for surgically correcting an underbite involves separating the bone in the rear portion of the jaw and modifying it so that the lower, tooth-bearing portion can be moved for proper alignment. Surgical treatment may be performed as a singular correction, or as in addition to other corrections such as tooth extractions or braces. | Wear a chin cap while you sleep. Try a reverse face mask. Talk to your dentist about surgical correction. |
If you are looking to add flavor to couscous, avoid the instant varieties. They cook too fast to really absorb flavors in the pot. Instead, opt for a non-instant couscous. Israeli couscous, which has larger granules, is especially good for picking up flavors and adding texture. While couscous looks and cooks like a grain, it is actually more of a pasta. Look for whole grain couscous to get more fiber and add some nutty flavors to your dish. Add a tablespoon of olive oil or a nut oil like pistachio or almond oil per cup of couscous. Toast the pasta on a medium-high heat for three to five minutes, until it is a light golden brown. This brings out some of the natural flavors and aromas in the pasta. Have your water or stock boiling in a separate pot before you start toasting. Couscous should go straight from the pan into a boiling liquid. Couscous will cook in water, but it tastes even better in a stock or broth. You want a little more liquid than is necessary to completely cover the couscous. This equates roughly to one and a quarter cups of broth or stock per cup of couscous. Chicken and vegetable broth both work wonderfully with couscous. They will add flavor and a bit of salt to your recipe without overwhelming other flavors. A broth made from bullion will work, but it will be saltier than a fresh broth. Avoid adding additional salt to a recipe made with bullion. If you don't have any broth or stock available, add flavor to your water. A couple of tablespoons of butter, and a quarter to a half a teaspoon each of onion powder, garlic powder, coriander, and dill can help liven up plain water. | Pick a non-instant couscous. Toast the couscous before boiling it. Boil couscous in a broth to make it more savory. Season your water if you don't have broth. |
Icecast is a common user friendly service that many people choose to use. Icecast is a GPL streaming media server project that currently streams in MP3 format, and the software plans to soon add support for video and Vorbis formats.' To download Icecast, simply go to the Icecast website, and choose the program that is compatible with your operating system. Follow the installation instructions as they appear on your screen. Run Icecast2 Win32. This will allow your streaming services to work correctly. Once you finish downloading winamp, you'll need to download SHOUTcast. Install Winamp, to your preferences, but don't run it until you install the SHOUTcast DSP. If you don't want to use winamp, there are plenty of other alternatives that are also free. Look into using services like Foobar or XMPlay. If you have a Mac, consider using a service like the VLC media player or Clementine. While Icecast is your main server, this is the software that will actually allow you to stream and broadcast your music or audio in conjunction with winamp. Then, click Options, and next Preferences. On the left side of the window scroll down, and click on DSP/Effect. Then, click on Nullsoft SHOUTcast Source DSP. In the SHOUTcast Source window that appears, click on output. In the address box, put localhost, if you're serving on the same machine as you are going to DJ on, which is normally the case in a home studio. Enter the IP address of your computer. Leave the default port at 8000. In the description, change the name from Unnamed Server to your preferred name. In the URL box, you insert the address for the website, which represents your stream. In genre, you can put what kind of music you play. Minimize Winamp, and open the SHOUTcast configuration file (sc_serv.ini). Then, on the SHOUTcast DSP window, click Connect. | Decide how you want your stream delivered. Download and install your streaming service. Download, and install winamp. Download the SHOUTcast DSP and the SHOUTcast server. Adjust winamp preferences. Click Yellowpages to set your stream's name. Run the SHOUTcast DNAS server. Connect to winamp. |
the letter to Clinton's office. Once you’ve composed your letter, seal it in a standard envelope and address it to Clinton's office in New York. Then, write your return address in the upper left-hand corner of the envelope, purchase postage for the letter, and put it in the mail.Address your letter to: Hillary Rodham Clinton, Post Office Box 5256, New York, NY 10185 Unfortunately, Hillary Clinton does not have time to read all the letters that come her way. However, her director of correspondence and briefings goes through every piece of mail and, whenever possible, responds to them on Clinton's behalf. Due to the massive amount of mail Clinton receives, it may take multiple months for you to get a response. Though your letter will most likely not reach Clinton, the director of correspondence and briefings may relay your thoughts and feelings to her. Since Hillary Clinton no longer holds a political office, she does not have a public hotline or e-mail address you can contact. As such, the only guaranteed way to reach her team is through physical post. Though Hillary Clinton is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, she rarely uses these accounts to interact with fans or supporters. | Mail Wait multiple months for a response. Do not contact Clinton via phone or e-mail. |
You will need two forms of identification with your signature on them, one of which must also have a photo. You will also need to bring your certification from your pre-license education class. It is also helpful to bring your confirmation number, just in case there are any problems. The Florida Real Estate Sales Associate Exam contains 100 multiple-choice questions. 45 of the questions are on real estate principles and practices, 45 or on Florida and Federal laws, and 10 require you to complete real estate-related math calculations. You must earn a score of 75 or better to pass the exam. You will receive an official score report that includes your photo as soon as you complete the exam. In the even that you need to retake the exam, you will need to wait at least 24 hours to reschedule and go through the same process (Pearson VUE's website or Customer Care call center) that you used to schedule the initial exam. Be sure to do allow time for additional studying before you retake the exam to improve your odds of success. In order to activate your license, you will need a signed statement verifying that you will be working under the guidance of a licensed broker. This broker can be independent, or a member of a large real estate firm. The broker's job is to mentor you as a salesperson, and she will bear responsibility for any mistakes that you make. In exchange, you pay the broker either a monthly fee or a set part of your commission. You can begin looking for a broker to sponsor you at any time during the licensing process. Be sure to interview with a number of different brokers before making a selection, as different brokers have different fee schedules, and provide different services. Most real estate brokerages are always looking for new salespersons. Begin by calling brokerages in your area (think about which signs you typically see up at homes you’d be interested in selling,) and go from there. After you pass your exam, your license must be activated through a Florida licensed real estate broker or owner/developer. The broker can do this by submitting the DBPR RE 11 form to confirm that you have been added as an employee. Once this is done, you can launch your real estate career! For questions about this process, you can call the Department of Business and Professional Regulation Customer Contact Center at (850) 487-1395. | Bring all required information to your exam appointment. Complete the exam and receive your score. Schedule a retake. Choose a broker to sponsor you. Activate your license. |
The harness should be wide and padded, not a thin rock-climbing harness. Rope belts are used in some parts of the world, but these won't secure you nearly as well. Read the instructions below first, to decide on a method of climbing the tree. You might be able to buy all your gear as part of a kit, to save money. Find a strong rope or webbing, with no significant stretch (or labeled "static"). The rope should be braided, not twisted, so it won't send you spinning, although this is a little less important since you won't be dangling from the rope. Tree-climbing or "arborist" rope is the best choice. These devices attach to the tree and provide loops for your hands and feet. To ascend, all you need to do is alternate lifting your hands and feet, and the machine will do most of the work for you. It is still a good idea to secure yourself to the tree trunk using a length of rope and a harness, using the equipment described above. There are several designs of climbing machines. Refer to the instructions specific to your model before you try to ascend. This is an easy, safe way to climb straight palm trees shorter than the stick ladder. Look for this equipment in hunting goods stores, since the ladders are often used to make hunting platforms. Follow these instructions to stay safe during your ascent: Assemble your stick ladder and lean it against the tree. Push it into the ground and clip it to a strap or length of rope tied around the tree. Loop another strap or rope around the tree, and clip both ends onto your harness. Adjust until the strap is taut when you stand on the ladder. Climb the ladder, periodically tying additional straps around the tree and onto the rungs. It is possible to make climbing easier and more secure even if you don't have any special equipment. Because your knots must be precise and high-quality, it's best to learn directly from an experienced professional. Here is the basic idea: Wrap rope around the tree, and fasten both ends to your harness. With another length of rope, make a loop for one of your feet to stand in. Attach the other end of this loop to the trunk by looping it around and tying a prusik knot. Repeat with a second loop for your other foot, and a third loop for your hands. To climb the tree, lift one foot while pulling its rope higher with your hand. When you let go and put weight on that foot, the knot should hold the rope steady again. Alternate lifting each loop. Stay near the ground for your first several sessions, until you are confident you have the technique down and your knots are steady. | Find a comfortable harness. Choose your rope. Use a palm climbing machine. Try a stick ladder. Climb with rope loops. |
When a man is confused by a woman, he may dismiss her behavior as crazy or irrational. However, everyone has reasons for what they do—you just need to look more closely to see the logic behind the differences. For women, many of these behavioral differences have something to do with a thing called "socialization." Socialization is all of the positive and negative influences the world and other people have on a person; it affects their personality, beliefs, attitudes, and worldview. Some examples of socialization include: The idea of "girl toys" and "boy toys." Some people have started to defy this idea in recent years; however, it's still a general rule that dolls and kitchen sets are "for girls" and trucks and toy weapons are "for boys." The belief that femininity is inferior. Typically this is an undertone, not overt. Think about it: calling a girl "boyish" or a "tomboy" is a harmless description, while calling a boy "girly" is an insult. "Chick flicks" are made fun of. Stereotypically female pastimes, such as shopping and getting beauty treatments, are seen as shallow or silly, even by many females, who consider themselves superior for liking sports or books. Cultural standards of beauty. In most Western nations, the ideal woman, according to TV and magazines, is thin but curvy, with flawless skin and gorgeous hair. This gives girls an impossible standard to strive for. A "good girl" is quiet, obedient, and very, very polite. Thus, girls might feel that it is inconvenient to others if they express less-than-cheerful feelings, or say that they are upset by something you did. Girls may be discouraged from expressing anger, or even asserting themselves. Thus, some of them end up repressing a lot. This article is here to offer you a general idea of what women are like. However, it certainly cannot speak for every woman. Use these steps as a guide and work from there. | Understand why girls may act differently. Recognize that girls are socialized to hide feelings too, just in different ways than boys are. Remember that every woman is different. |
Ask someone today's date by saying or writing Quelle est la date aujourd’hui? Aujourd'hui means "today." Optionally, you can use d'aujourd'hui ("of today") to use the word as a noun instead of an adverb. Both are widely used. To ask for the day of the week, say Quel jour sommes-nous aujourd’hui? or Quel jour est-on aujourd’hui? If someone asks you one of the above questions, be prepared to answer: To answer with "Today is Monday, November 15th," write Aujourd'hui, c'est le lundi 15 novembre. To answer "Today is Sunday," say Aujourd'hui, c'est dimanche. or simply C'est dimanche. Use this word to write "in July" (en juillet), "in 1950" (en 1950), "in April 2011" (en avril 2011), and so forth. This phrase can go at the front or the end of a sentence. For example: J’ai un rendez-vous chez le médecin en mars. = I have an appointment with the doctor in March. J'ai vécu à Paris en 1990. = I lived in Paris in 1990. | Ask for today's date. Ask for the day of the week. State today's date in a sentence. Use the preposition en. |
The process of regrowing your foreskin - whether manually or using a device - takes some getting used to and requires lots of commitment. Though some men report initial gains, don't expect to see immediate results. Remember, the race goes not to the swift nor the strong but to he who endures to the end! If you really feel that a particular tugging method isn't working for you, try switching things up. You might find that a different manual tugging technique or a new device is more effective for your body. Tugging should not be painful or cause injuries of any kind, as long as it's done correctly. Listen to your body and stop if you notice any redness, rawness or pain. If you are experiencing pain, you are either tugging to much or tugging for too long and you need to be more gentle or cut back. While it sounds like a strange idea, many men who don't start one end up regretting not having "before" pictures. Because the process is so long, you won't notice gradual changes over months of work. But pulling up an image from last year can really surprise you. Get extreme close ups (member should fill the frame) from the front and each side. Use the same location and lighting conditions every time. Take one set of pictures a month and remember to date the photos. Store them on a computer only you have access to or password-protect their location. If tugging methods seem like they will take too long or require too much of a commitment, or you are more concerned with the appearance of your penis, you could consider surgical restoration. Surgical foreskin restoration works by grafting skin from another area of the body (usually the scrotum - which has similar muscle tissue) onto the end of the shaft. Surgical restoration is much faster than regrowing the foreskin, however it is very costly and many men have reported dissatisfaction with the surgery. Surgical restoration is mainly for men who want to restore their foreskin for aesthetic reasons, as unfortunately this option cannot restore sensitivity. | Have patience. Don't hurt yourself. Start a digital photo diary. If time is an issue, you can look into surgical options. |
There's no point in guessing about your foot ailment, so make an appointment with your physician and tell him/her your observations and suspicions. In some cases, your doctor may be able to diagnose a fungal infection simply by looking at your foot. However, to confirm the diagnosis (and rule out other conditions), he/she might take a skin sample, add a few drops of potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution and look at it under a microscope. The KOH dissolves skin, but leaves budding fungi intact, making it easy to see. Alternatively, your doctor may view your feet under black light from a Wood's light, which highlights the presence of fungal infections. Your doctor may also do a gram stain to see if there is an underlying bacterial infection. Your doctor may also take a blood test in order to rule out diabetes and other types of infections (bacterial and viral). Medical specialists who deal with skin problems are called dermatologists. A dermatologist is likely to have much more experience than your family physician in dealing with skin conditions, such as infections, rashes and other afflictions. A dermatologist is more likely to be able to do a skin biopsy and KOH preparation under a microscope in their office, so the results can be available in a matter of minutes instead of hours or days. If there is no sign of fungus, then the dermatologist needs to consider other skin conditions that cause a similar appearance such as psoriasis, contact dermatitis, eczema, bacterial infections, gout and venous insufficiency. Psoriasis can be distinguished by its characteristic silvery white scales, which are usually found in the folds of joints. A podiatrist is a foot specialist who also can confirm a diagnosis of athlete's foot and provide treatment. A podiatrist is a also a great source of information on what kinds of shoes and socks to wear to prevent fungal infections from reoccurring. Occlusive shoe materials, such as vinyl, rubber and plastic, don't allow for sufficient ventilation, which cause feet to remain warm and moist — providing an excellent opportunity for the fungus to proliferate. Switch to shoes with leather insoles instead. Use cotton socks that absorb water from your feet. Try to avoid socks made with nylon or other synthetic materials. Try to change your socks every day. Wash them in hot water with baking soda to kill any fungus. | See your family doctor. Get a referral to a medical specialist. See a podiatrist. |
Make sure to put down a tarp or lots of newspapers before you get started. You will also need to put your paints into containers or onto a paper plate so that they are easy to dip your brushes into. Start by outlining your design on your jeans using a pen or a pencil. This will help to make it easier to paint your design. For example, if you want to paint some leaves onto your jeans, then draw outlines of the leaf shapes. If you want to paint flowers, then outline your flowers including the petals. When you have finished your outline, you can begin painting your design. Go over your outline to create a painted outline and then fill in your design with the colors of your choice. You may need to apply two or three coats of paint to get even coverage. You can also layer your paint colors to create the desired effect. Make sure that the paint is completely dry before you wear the jeans. Leave them to dry overnight after you finish painting them. If you want to paint a design that is on both sides of the jeans, then let one side dry overnight and then turn the jeans over and finish painting the design on the other side. int. After you finish painting your jeans and you have left them to dry overnight, you will need to set the paint using heat. Make sure to cover the painted jeans with a piece of cloth, such as a t-shirt or sheet, before you iron them. Using a blow dryer on the paint or tossing your jeans into the dryer for a few minutes also works. | Prepare your work area. Make an outline in pencil. Use a paintbrush to create your design. Allow the paint to dry completely. the painted areas of the jeans to set the paint. |
Allow the soap to cool down and solidify at room temperature. Leave it to sit until the soap has hardened all the way through. Make sure you leave the soap molds on a level surface so your soap bars don't set unevenly. While this isn't necessary, it can help speed up the cooling process. Once you take the soap out of the freezer it will be completely solid. With silicone molds, you can carefully pop out the bars by turning the mold over and pushing them out. With metal molds, use a butter knife to loosen the side of each bar of soap and raise it up out of the mold. Store your soap in a layer of plastic wrap or an airtight container while it's not in use. When you're using a bar of soap, keep it on a ventilated soap dish to prevent it from soaking in too much moisture. Keep in mind that exposure to excess heat may cause your soap to have a shorter shelf life, since the glycerin base is designed to melt. If you've used whole dried herbs, keep an eye on them as you start to use your soap since they may rehydrate. Dispose of the whole sprigs once they come loose to prevent mold from growing. | Let the soap cool at room temperature for about 1 or 2 hours. Place the soap in the freezer for 30 minutes to cool it more quickly. Remove the bars of soap from the soap molds. |
Knowing your credit score will give you a good idea of what kind of rates and terms you'll potentially be offered. In the United States, you're entitled to one free copy of your credit report every year. Check your report for errors or inaccuracies that could be affecting your credit score. If you have a credit score of 680 or above, you're a prime borrower and should be able to get the best possible rates. The higher your score, the lower the rate you can potentially negotiate with lenders. If you have had a credit or savings account with the same bank for a number of years, start there when looking for a direct car loan. Your history as a customer may get you better rates. Branch out to other banks in your area. Credit unions often have more forgiving loan terms and fewer restrictions. Banks typically won't do a direct car loan for a car purchased from a private owner or an independent dealership. In those situations, you may need to try to take out a personal loan. This is also true if you're buying a collector or exotic car. If you're not a prime borrower, it's still possible to get a direct loan for a used car. There are a number of online lenders who are willing to finance used cars for people with less than stellar credit. Since online lenders have less overhead, they typically will offer you a lower rate than you could get from a brick-and-mortar bank or credit union. These loans may come with more restrictions than the direct loan you could get from a bank with better credit. For example, they may not finance cars more than five years old, or cars with over 100,000 miles. Before you choose a loan, apply for several so you can compare the rates offered. Many banks and lending companies have a pre-approval process that won't affect your credit. Multiple offers may give you the opportunity to negotiate for a better deal. For example, if you got a better rate from a different bank than from your own bank, you could get your bank to match that rate to get your business. Once you've decided which lender you want to use for your financing, you'll typically have to fill out a full loan application. Many lenders give you the option to complete the application online. You'll need to provide basic identification information, such as your driver's license and Social Security numbers. You also may need to provide basic financial information regarding your income and debts. If you've had some credit problems in the past, you may want to go into a bank and apply for the loan in person so you can talk to a lending agent. Your loan agreement will include basic requirements that the car must meet. As long as the car meets these requirements, you can use the financing to purchase the car. In most cases, you're going to secure direct or "blank check" financing before you find the specific car you want to buy. Having financing already secured puts you in a stronger position to get the best price from the dealer. When you bring your own financing, you're saving the dealer a lot of costs. Ask if there's a discount available for that. Since you're buying a used car, have it inspected before you buy it and go over the car's history. The car is a better buy if it's had fewer owners and never been in an accident. Lender policies vary, but in most cases you'll get a check for the exact amount of your car, or a blank check that's worth any amount up to the maximum amount your lender has approved. When you buy a car using direct financing, you still must maintain full coverage insurance on the car. Your loan agreement will include information on the minimum amounts of coverage you must maintain. | Request a copy of your credit report. Contact local banks and credit unions. Try online lenders. Get rates from multiple lenders. Complete a loan application. Negotiate with the dealer. Give the dealer your blank check. |
Use gentle pressure to rub the suede eraser across the stain. Removing the stain with a suede eraser may take awhile, but be patient and most stains will be removed. You will probably want to go over this part of the jacket with a suede brush to fluff up the nap after you've removed the stain with the suede eraser. You can also use a pencil eraser instead of a suede eraser. You can buy suede erasers online or at major retailers. They are usually found in suede kits. Mix a solution containing one part white vinegar and two parts water. Use a soft cloth, cotton balls, or cotton swabs to clean the stain. Dampen the cloth with the vinegar solution. Massage the stained area using gentle pressure. Make sure you don't saturate the cloth or cotton ball. It should only be damp. Let the area dry completely before wearing. If there are stains you cannot get out, you can take the jacket to a dry cleaner. You may also be able to find a person in your area who specializes in cleaning suede and leather. They may be able to clean your jacket. | Try a suede eraser. Use a vinegar solution. Take the jacket to a dry cleaner. |
You will eat 1/2 of a protein serving, 1 whole grain serving and 1 fruit serving for breakfast. A sample breakfast could be 1/2 cup egg whites, 2 slices of whole grain toast and 1 cup of sliced cantaloupe. At lunch, you will eat 1 serving of protein, 1/2 serving of whole grains and 1 serving of vegetables. For example, you could eat a bulgur salad made with 4 ounces of grilled chicken breast, 1/2 cup of cooked bulgur and 1 cup of diced grilled vegetables. You will eat 2 cups of vegetables for dinner in addition to 1/2 serving each of protein and whole grains. For example, you can enjoy 4 ounces of grilled salmon, 1/2 cup of brown rice and 2 cups of tossed salad. The number of snacks that you eat will depend on your daily calorie allowance. Each snack should consist of 1/2 protein serving and 1 fruit serving. A sample snack could be 1/2 cup of reduced-fat cottage cheese and 1 cup of diced pineapple. Add salsa to your egg whites at breakfast or add a reduced-fat salad dressing to your dinner. The calories should be used sparingly to add flavor to your meals and snacks. | Eat a healthy breakfast. Enjoy more protein at lunch. Fill up on vegetables during dinner. Enjoy 2 to 3 snacks. Use your optional calories wisely. |
Whooping cough is a serious bacterial childhood coughing condition that is becoming more common. If you child has this condition, you child will have fits of uncontrolled, violent coughs that makes it very hard for your child to breathe. Your child will also follow the fits of coughing with a huge deep breath in, which sounds like a whoop. Your child may also expel thick phlegm or turn blue from lack of oxygen. If you notice these symptoms in your child, call for emergency services immediately. It is especially important if you notice these signs in babies, as it is much more harmful to younger children. Early treatment is extremely important because whooping cough is highly contagious. Croup is a viral infection that typically affects children six months to five years of age. In severe cases of croup, your child will make a loud squeaking noise or barking noise like a dog or a seal when he or she breathes in, which is more common at night. Your child will also have a fever and a runny nose. If you notice these symptoms, call your child's doctor immediately to treat croup. When croup first starts, it will resemble the symptoms of a cold. However, the coughing will get worse and the other symptoms will persist. Bronchiolitis is a viral infection that typically affects children two years and younger, though children under six months are more likely to be affected, and newborns and premature babies are especially susceptible to R.S.V. (inflammation of the bronchioles). Check to see if you child has a strong cough and makes a wheezing or whistling sound as he or she exhales. You child will also have a runny nose and fever. If you notice these symptoms in your child, call your child's doctor to get treatment immediately as this is very serious in infants. This will start similar to the common cold, but the cough will get worse and your child will have difficulty breathing. | Look for signs of whooping cough. Recognize croup. Determine if your child has bronchiolitis. |
This is the best thing you can do. More than anything, remain calm for your wife. This will help her to remain calm. This is your main job. You know what she wants. It may be important for you to convey her wishes in the case that she cannot. After being calm, this is the second best thing you can do. Fathers can feel the need to do something, anything, and keeping track of how many seconds pass between contractions is a vital role to play. This will not only help you to remain focused and relieve your wife, it will provide important information to your doctors. This will make it easy to recall all the things you can do to help your wife. Each of these can make a big difference in her comfort levels and the over-all positivity of the birthing experience.Take the time to memorize these helpful points. S – Support emotionally. Giving emotional support is crucial during labor. Listen actively, validate her emotions, ask questions, and reassure your wife to help her feel more comfortable. U – Urination, at least once an hour. Remind her to go to the bathroom. This will get her moving, which can aid during these stages. P – Position changes, often. P – Praise and encouragement, not sympathy, is needed to help her get through this. O – Out of bed (walk/shower) is better than laying down. R – Relaxation is key. T – Touch: pressure and massage. There comes a point during most labors when a father-to-be needs to take a step back. Delivery is way outside of most fathers' league. Depending on the means by which you choose to birth your child, the father may still be allowed to be with his wife during delivery. Ask to remain with your wife as long as you're capable. Do not abandon your wife in the later stages of labor if you do not have to. In some places, though not in the U.S., fathers are not allowed in the delivery room. If the mother is having an emergency cesarean under general anesthesia, then you will need to leave the delivery room. | Be calm. Be your wife's advocate. Time the contractions. Remember the acronym SUPPORT, during the early stages of labor. Leave it to the professionals. |
Band shirts are a staple for most underground music scenes. Band shirts are helpful because they let other people know you are a fan of a given band without even having to open up your mouth. Many band shirts come with distinctive and appealing artwork that's specific to the punk pop look as well, so they're a perfect place to start. You should only wear shirts of bands you sincerely like. Otherwise, you put yourself at risk of being called a poseur. Punk pop and skater culture are closely intermingled. Skaters like to wear beanie hats, and you won't raise any suspicions in the punk pop scene if you go for that look too. Beanies are cozy and casual. They're a symbol of what the punk pop lifestyle is about. Because punk pop built up around teen culture, teen-friendly brands have become a part of the look. Shoes are important for just about every style, so the same goes for punk pop. Vans and Converse shoes are the go-to brands for punk pop. Of course, any kind of skate shoe will do. Punk pop is unlike other punk lifestyles in the sense that it embraces some of the big name corporations. If you don't feel this appeals to you, you can always configure punk pop to your personal liking. Brand name shoes are known as a part of punk pop but it's not necessary. If you are on a budget, you can go to a used clothing or consignment store and raid it for new digs. Chokers and bracelets are fun accessories you can dress your body up with. Punk pop is big into them with both genders. Some bracelets could be band merch as well. Rubber bracelets with band names and slogans ("Defend Punk pop") are big with this subculture. Pyramid studded belts are a useful addition too. There aren't set rules for hair in punk pop, so long as you're relatively clean cut and take care of your appearance. Dyeing your hair is a welcome way to distinguish your look. Put streaks of some wacky colour into your hair. Be careful not to overdo it, however, as constant hair dyeing will strain your hair. Hair length and style varies widely within punk pop. However, keeping your hair long and straight (if you're a girl) or getting a crew cut (if you're a guy) is a good place to start if you're unsure what to pick. Punk pop is all about being young and expressing yourself in a fun way. For some, the skinny jeans and shirt combo will be enough. Others may want to crank it up a notch by putting some focus on the colours they wear. If you make your wardrobe colourful, your appearance will match the happy-go-lucky attitude of the music you love. Accessorizes like bracelets, hair streaks and patches are easy ways to add colourful life to your outfit. | Wear band shirts. Try on a lazy beanie hat. Wear Vans or Converse sneakers. Consider chokers and bracelets. Dye your hair. Get colourful. |
Determining what has caused the lack of intimacy in your relationship can really help you move forward and improve it. There are many reasons intimacy dwindles. Start by thinking about why you believed the intimacy is gone, and then discuss this with your partner. Ask them if they think the intimacy has decreased, and why. This can be very effective, especially if you and your partner have different reasons for why intimacy is lacking. It can be a good starting place to start discussing issues in your marriage. For example, bills, jobs, kids, parents, commitments, and lack of time commonly lead to a decrease in intimacy. However, you will never know for sure what the problem is unless you talk about it. Without asking directly, you will only be guessing about the problem. Life is full of distractions and responsibilities. When you are busy with kids, a job, commitments, and other responsibilities, you may not have time to focus on your marriage. This can lead to a decrease in intimacy. Your marriage should be an important part of your life, not something you push to the side. You should make your marriage an important aspect of your life every day. This means you should consciously choose to work on your marriage and relationship every day. You may need to give up some commitments or push some things to another day so you can make your marriage an important part of your life. For example, you may order takeout instead of spending an hour in the kitchen cooking a meal, you may tell your children to go play alone for half an hour, or you may decide to not check your work email at home so you can use that time to spend time with your spouse. Instead of watching television for two hours, you may take a bath with your spouse, sit on the porch and talk, play a game together, or do a shared activity. Sometimes, people lose touch with their spouse when they have kids because all their attention goes to their kids. Part of having a healthy family and raising kids is a healthy marriage. You can take some of the time you spend with your children and devote it to your marriage to help improve the family. This doesn't mean you are neglecting your kids. Having a stress-free, intimate, happy marriage is just as important for your children as your time with them. For example, on weekends you may encourage your children to play with their siblings or in their room for half an hour to an hour to give you and your spouse time to spend together. Allow your child to go to a slumber party or consider not going to every sports practice in favor of taking that time to work on your relationship with your partner. | Identify the reason for the lack of intimacy. Prioritize your marriage. Work on balancing your spouse and children. |
If your elbow starts to feel sore or tired during a long game, you may want to switch to playing with a two-handed backhand. This will give your muscles a chance to rest and recover. This grip will also reduce the pressure and stress on your hands, forearms, and elbows. If you do not usually use a two-handed backhand, you can use this as an opportunity to strengthen your swing and get better at this technique. You should avoid bending your wrist when you hit the ball as this can increase your risk of tennis elbow. Keep your wrist firm and straight as you hit the ball as this will allow the shock of the ball to disperse throughout your entire arm, rather than just your elbow. If you struggle with loose wrists when you play, you may want to try using a brace on your hitting arm. This can help to keep your wrist straight and disperse the pressure on your forearm. Many players have a tendency to tense up and maintain a tight grip on their racket between hits. Get in the habit of loosening your grip between hits, especially during a long game. This will give your muscles a chance to relax and your elbow to stretch and release. Try to loosening your grip slightly when you play as well as a grip that is too tight can put stress on your forearm. You should also make sure your grip is comfortable and correct on your racket to prevent injury. To achieve the correct grip, measure the distance from the long crease in your palm to the tip of your ring finger. This is how wide your grip should be on the racket. Sometimes, tennis elbow can be caused by poor positioning and footwork when you play. You may want to consider practicing with a professional trainer to make sure your footwork, swing, and grip are in order. This can then prevent the development of tennis elbow and improve your game. | Play with a two-handed backhand. Maintain a firm wrist when hitting the ball. Keep your grip loose between hits. Practice with a pro to avoid injury. |
Go to sports games (or sports bars if you’re an adult), outdoor events like fishing and ski trips, car shows, and game releases at video game stores. If you see someone you want to be friends with, go over to them and talk to them about the event. Don't go to events for things that you aren't interested in. If you don't like cars, don't go to a car show and pretend to be into it. It will be hard to find something to talk about! It will be easier to make friends with guys or other tomboys if you talk more like them, but you don't have to copy what they say. Treat the people you’re talking to like you’re already one of them; call them nicknames that they already use for each other, and talk about your common interests. Don't get upset over things like getting dirty or doing badly in a game. Instead, keep your interactions friendly and casual, and don't be afraid to make your opinion known. If you are being treated badly, it's okay to confront the person who's being mean. You may try “fighting fire with fire” to stop bullying, but don't be excessively cruel or you’ll lose friends. It's okay to be a shy tomboy; you don't have to be extroverted to make good friends. If you don't want to do what everyone else is doing, you don't have to! Good friends are honest with you and support you in times of need. If someone is causing you more pain than happiness, it's okay to say, “Hey, I don't think we should be friends anymore.” You know what's best for you, so surround yourself with people who support and respect you. | Go to events with activities you enjoy. Develop your own way of speaking. Keep a calm and confident attitude. Be honest about who you are. Surround yourself with people who celebrate you for you. |
Having clear-cut, well-defined goals increases the chances of success in almost any endeavor. When it comes to reading, you may not be aware of your goals going into the book. However, you can easily create your own goals as you go along. If you're reading a book for class, you probably have a set number of pages or chapters to get through. This can help you have a clear end in sight. If you're reading for pleasure and find yourself struggling, try setting daily reading goals for yourself. You can choose a set number of pages or chapters, and keep yourself motivated by reminding yourself you're only reading a fraction of the book that day. Challenge yourself to learn something from the text. You can learn a great deal from reading, whether it's fiction, nonfiction, or historical texts - even the boring ones. If a book is hard to get through, it may seem even more daunting to look at the book as a single work of literature spanning hundreds of pages. Instead of trying to marathon the book from cover to cover, try breaking it up into smaller sections - say, a few chapters every day. As you work your way through the day's section(s), try taking breaks between chapters so you can refresh your mind and rest your eyes before you continue. Take breaks along the way to help you stay focused. However, make sure you decide beforehand how many breaks you'll take and how often. Don't take breaks whenever you feel like it. Challenge yourself to get through a set reading goal (like the end of a long chapter, or after completing two relatively short chapters). Put your bookmark at the end of that group of chapters. That way you'll be able to see where the end point is as you turn each page, and you'll be more motivated to make it all the way to your resting point. A boring book may tempt you to reach for your cellphone, check your social media, or flip on the television. However, breaking your focus like this will only make it more difficult to get through the book. Instead of giving in to temptation, force yourself to continue without distractions until you get through that day's reading. Find a quiet place where you won't be disturbed (if possible). Try turning off or silencing your cellphone. Keep the television turned off, and stay away from your computer or tablet. If you don't have your own quiet space or if you like to read on the bus, try wearing earplugs while you read. You can use noise-reducing earplugs, or wear headphones and listen to something that will block out noise without distracting you. Instrumental music works best - try something soothing but upbeat, like jazz or certain classical composers. Sometimes a boring book can seem even more boring if you're tired, distracted, or unfocused. Try getting into a good reading mindset before you pick up the book. That way you'll be less likely to lose interest or look for reasons to quit for the day. Try to read when you're most awake. Reading a boring book while you're nodding off on the couch will not get you very far. Sometimes writing things out helps you clear your mind and remove distractions. Try doing this before you get started on your reading for the day. Take a few deep breaths before you begin. This can also have a calming, head-clearing effect for some people. | Create well-defined goals for the reading. Break up the reading into manageable chunks. Reduce or eliminate distractions. Approach the text with a clear head. |
You can use notebook or printer paper to make your football. If you want to be more creative, use colored construction paper, such as brown, to make it look more like a football. After folding, make sure the folded paper is placed vertically in front of you, with the opening facing right. You only need one half sheet to make one football. Feel free to make another one with your extra sheet. If you want your football to be more sturdy, or contained, tape down or glue the edges of the folded paper together. Take the bottom right corner and bring the point towards the left edge, this will form a triangle at the bottom of the paper. Repeat until one fold is left to make a complete triangle. Insert the remaining corner into the folds of the football. To add some flare, draw on some black lines to mimic the stitching found on actual footballs. | Fold an 8 ½” by 11” sheet of paper lengthwise and cut the fold to make two half sheets. Fold one of the half sheets lengthwise. Fold the bottom right corner upwards to form a triangle. |
Insert the drive's USB cable into one of the thin, rectangular slots in your computer's casing. If you're using a desktop computer, USB ports are typically in either the front or the back of the computer's CPU box. Click the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the screen, or press ⊞ Win on your keyboard. Click the file-shaped icon in the lower-left side of the Start window. It's on the left side of the File Explorer window. It's under the "Devices and drives" heading in the middle of the This PC window. Clicking the drive will select it. It's a menu item in the top-left side of the This PC window. This flash drive-shaped icon is in the Manage toolbar near the top of the window. Clicking it opens the Format window for your external drive. It's below the "File System" heading near the top of the page. Doing so prompts a drop-down menu with the following options: NTFS - Use this for Windows-only drives. FAT32 - Works on Windows and Mac, but has a storage limit of 32 gigabytes with an individual file size of 4 gigabytes. exFAT (Recommended) - Use this for hard drives you plan on using with multiple devices (Mac, Windows, console, etc.). Similar to FAT32, but has no storage limit. Click the format you want to use to select it. If you've formatted your drive before, check the Quick Format box as well. Doing so prompts Windows to begin formatting your drive. Your external hard drive's files will be erased during this process. Your external drive has now been reformatted to your selected file structure. | Plug your hard drive into your computer. Open Start . Open File Explorer . Click This PC. Click external hard drive's name. Click the Manage tab. Click Format. Click the "File System" box. Select a format. Click Start, then click OK. Click OK when prompted. |
Tip the bottle of rubbing alcohol over a little. Hold a cotton ball up to the mouth of the container or dip a cotton swab inside of it. Dampen the cotton, making sure it isn't saturated or dripping. Rubbing alcohol and cotton balls can be found in the personal care sections of any drug or general store. Choose an area that isn't normally seen, such as under couch cushions or a bag's inside corner. Press the cotton to the leather. Allow the rubbing alcohol to sit for ten minutes, then check to see if it left a stain. Take the dampened cotton ball and place it on the ink or mold mark. Gently rub the area in a circular motion. The ink will begin to disappear, although the leather will also lose some of its moisture. Use your leather conditioner to treat and preserve your object. At the very least, spot treat the area by applying a little bit of conditioner and working it into the cleaned area. Take this opportunity if you can to apply conditioner from seam to seam on the surface you cleaned. | Moisten a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol. Spot test the rubbing alcohol in a hidden area. Rub the alcohol into the stain. Condition the leather. |
Very recently, it comes to be a popular approach for answering open-domain questions by first searching question-related passages, then applying reading comprehension models to extract answers.Existing works usually extract answers from single passages independently, thus not fully make use of the multiple searched passages, especially for the some questions requiring several evidences, which can appear in different passages, to be answered.The above observations raise the problem of evidence aggregation from multiple passages.In this paper, we deal with this problem as answer re-ranking.Specifically, based on the answer candidates generated from the existing state-of-the-art QA model, we propose two different re-ranking methods, strength-based and coverage-based re-rankers, which make use of the aggregated evidences from different passages to help entail the ground-truth answer for the question.Our model achieved state-of-the-arts on three public open-domain QA datasets, Quasar-T, SearchQA and the open-domain version of TriviaQA, with about 8% improvement on the former two datasets. | We propose a method that can make use of the multiple passages information for open-domain QA. |
You'll want to plant seeds about ¼ inch (.64 cm) deep and bury clippings ½ inch (1.3 cm) deep. You should be patient while awaiting your plants to emerge from the ground since seeds often sprout slowly, though indoor planting may see seeds sprout in less time. You should avoid attempting to use seeds that have been stored long periods of time. As time passes, the chance the seeds will grow decreases. Strip cuttings of their leaves on the end being planted. Plants usually take 5 to 10 days to sprout from the ground. However, your oregano may take more or less time depending on factors like soil quality, sunlight, and frequency of watering. During the first few months of growth, water your plants regularly to get them started. Once they are established, you can reduce the amount of water. Check whether your plant needs water or not by touching the soil around it. If it feels dry, you should thoroughly water the area. Plants in containers should be treated similarly to outdoor grown oregano. However, when watering, you should douse the plant until you notice water dripping from the drainage holes in the bottom of the container. By trimming or pinching the leaves and ends of your plant, you can encourage the growth of denser leaves. Wait until the plant is about 4 in (10.2 cm) tall, and use a pair of shears or scissors to lightly thin the outer growth. Trimming also helps prevent excessive stem growth in your plant. This condition, called legginess, will reduce the yield of your crop. Where you trim your plant, you should notice it branch at that point when it continues growing. In turn, these branches will bear more leaves, meaning more oregano for you. As you trim, you can use the fresh oregano in a recipe, or dry it to use later on. Sick or thin plants can crowd better ones and steal resources, negatively impacting the potential of the healthier plants. Plants that are three or four years old are at the end of the oregano life cycle and will be less productive, making these prime candidates for removal. You may not remember which plants are old and which are young. In this case, you should wait until early spring when you should be able to judge the plant's age by its initial growth. . Weeds can steal valuable nutrients from your oregano, block out the much needed sun, or soak up the water intended for your plants. Try to target weeds when young, as these will be easier to remove at that time. Grasp the weed firmly at its base with firm, steady pressure, and try to pull up as much of the roots as possible. There are many garden tools you might use to assist in your weeding endeavors. A spade or rooting tool could make your weeding less of a chore. Oregano can be used fresh from the garden, though you should wash it first to rinse off dirt, bugs, and bacteria. Allow the washed herb to air dry or pat it dry with a towel. Now it's ready to be used in any recipes that call for fresh oregano. Oregano reaches peak potency right before it blooms. Blooming season is usually in early July, though this may vary depending on the region you live in. | Plant your oregano. Water your oregano moderately. Trim your oregano for thicker growth. Remove older plants. Weed around your plants Pick your oregano. |
If you can get the entire other team out at once for any combination of reasons and none of their players are eligible for revival, your team scores a "Lona" (two extra points for that play.) When this happens, the entire opposing team is revived. If your team is defending with less than three players and you still manage to prevent the raider from getting back to his side of the court, you score an additional "super tackle" point. This point is on top of the point you get for getting the raider out, so you get two points in total for the play. Most penalties in Kabaddi result in one point being awarded to the opposing team. Below is a list of offenses that can earn the opposing team points. If a raider says anything besides the pre-approved "Kabbadi" chant while he is raiding, the raid is over and the defending team gets a point plus the chance to raid (but the raider is not out.) If the raider starts his chant late (in other words, after he crosses the mid line), the raid is over and the defending team gets a point plus the chance to raid (but, again, the raider is not out.) If a raider goes out of order, the defending team gets a point and the raid is over. If more than one raider enter the opponent's court at once, the raid is over and the defending team gets a point. If any defenders enter the raider's side of the court before it is their turn to raid, each defender that does so earns a point for the other team. If, after a Lona, the wiped-out team doesn't return its revived players back to the field within ten seconds, the opposing team earns one point. If the raider's teammates attempt to help him by calling out warnings or advice, the defending team gets a point. If players deliberately get out in order to force a Lona and revive their team members, the opposing team scores an extra point for each offending player that was on the field in addition to the two Lona points. | Score a "Lona" by getting the entire other team out. Score a "super tackle" by capturing the opponent with three or fewer defenders. Score points when your opponents break the game's rules. |
Since your bedroom and bed are likely the most frequented areas for masturbation, it is important to control this environment – especially in regards to sleep and what you choose to do in your bedroom. Do not spend time in bed doing other activities such as reading, watching TV, or using the computer. Stay in a standing or sitting position the remainder of the time (during the day). The urge to urinate can be mistaken by the body as the urge for sex/masturbation. Go to the bathroom before you go to sleep at night and immediately when you wake up in the morning. Even if you feel the slightest urge to urinate, relieve yourself as soon as possible. This way, you will fall asleep quickly after lying down in bed and not spend time in bed trying to fall asleep. Drink a glass of milk before bed if necessary to help induce sleep. Go to bed early and wake up early if you can. Avoid staying up too late in the night; this can lead to boredom and increase the likelihood of masturbation. If you have trouble sleeping at night and use masturbation as means for relaxation, try deep-breathing instead. Simply breathe deeply and slowly in through your nose and out through your mouth until you fall asleep. This may help to reduce your urge at the time because you are less likely to become aroused by rubbing up on something. Besides, most masturbation occurs either in a supine (lying on your back) or prone (lying on your belly) position. When you wake up in the morning at the set time, get out of bed as soon as possible and avoid lying in bed awake. Such is a time when masturbation is likely to occur. | Lie down in bed only for sleep. Keep your bladder as empty as possible. Go to sleep when you are really tired. When you sleep, lay on your side. Get out of bed immediately in the morning. |
A cremation can cost in the hundreds or thousands of dollars depending on the choices that you make. You will want to decide whether or not to have a viewing of your body beforehand and what type of ceremony to have for the interment process. Do you want your cremated remains to be buried, kept in an urn, or scattered? Direct cremation refers to the process of cremating the body without a viewing or gathering beforehand. If you would like a viewing beforehand, you may want to look into the option of renting a casket for your body. If you opt for a cremation your funeral director will provide a container that will hold the body secure during the cremation process itself. You will want to designate a container to hold your ashes post-cremation. You can shop around or use a family item as an urn. Or, you can look for another container or box that suits your personality. The container itself can be placed in a cemetery or taken home by a relative or someone else of your choice. Many people like the idea of having their ashes scattered but you will want to leave very specific instructions behind discussing how to go about it. You will want to receive advance permission to have your ashes scattered on private or government-owned property. You will also want to make sure that this is your final choice as it is irrevocable once completed. Some cemeteries set aside a particular area where mourners can scatter ashes as they so choose. Ask the funeral directors that you meet with if they provide such a service. Note that if you decide to scatter ashes in the ocean you must be a minimum of three nautical miles offshore. For more information contact your funeral director or the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). | Know your cremation options. Select an urn. Investigate regulations regarding the scattering of ashes. |
Pick a pair of brogues that match your suit. You can wear brown brogues with a beige or brown suit, or go with a pair of black brogues and a black suit. Or, try wearing black shoes with a gray suit for another option. Wear your brogues to work, meetings, or dinner parties. A pair of brogues can add some interest to a classic suit without over-complicating an outfit. Wear dark, neutral socks to cover your ankles when wearing pants. When wearing colorful suits, like red, blue, or purple, go with a pair of black brogues. Or, if you want to add color to a neutral suit, go for brogues in a navy, oxblood, or dark green tone. For extra interest, wear either a patterned shirt or interesting tie. Quarter brogues are the most professional option, though you can also wear half and full brogues for professional looks. You can cover your ankles with colorful socks for a quirky touch. Brogues go great with women's professional wear as well as menswear. Try wearing brogues instead of heels or flats with your dress or skirt. You can wear fewer accessories and let your shoes be the focal point of your outfit. Go for a neutral brogue, like brown or black, for neutral colored dresses. Select metallic or colorful brogues for colored or patterned dresses. This will give your outfit a pop of color or texture. Be sure to wear dark, low rise socks! Full brogues with 2 contrasting colors are called “spectator shoes.” While spectator shoes can be tough to pull off, you can try pairing them with a pinstripe suit if you are someone with a bold style. Choose black and white spectator shoes, and go for suits with a thin white pinstripe on a mainly black suit. You can also wear a black belt and colored dress shirt or tie. Celebrities like Jack White and Justin Timberlake have rocked this look. While brogues can look professional and put together, they are too informal to wear as Black Tie footwear. Black Tie footwear is simple, compared to the detailing of brogues. For more appropriate Black Tie shoes, you can wear polished Oxfords with minimal detailing. | Wear neutral brogues with a suit for a professional, traditional look. Match your brogues to a colorful suit for a fun, modern combination. Pick brogues as your dress shoe when styling dresses and skirts. Wear spectator 2-tone brogues with a black pinstripe suit for a bold look. Avoid wearing brogues for Black Tie events. |
Even if you’re a seasoned swimmer, it's essential that you wear a life vest while wakeboarding. Put one on and secure the straps before getting in the water. Familiarize yourself with the hand signals you’ll use to communicate with the driver of the boat before you get in the water. For instance, thumbs up means speed up, while thumbs down means slow down. A slash across the neck means stop the boat/cut the motor. Set the bindings on the wakeboard so they feel comfortable and secure. If they’re too loose, you won't be able to maintain your balance. If they’re too tight, your feet will hurt, taking the fun out of the sport. Keep 1 hand on the handle of the tow rope as you scoot off the boat into the water. Take a few moments to get comfortable as the boat begins to move away from you. Once the rope is taut, you can use it to maintain your balance while floating in the water. It's important to maintain a good grip on the tow rope handle so it doesn't fly out of your hands. That being said, keep your arms relaxed and your knees bent while floating in the water. Never hook or loop the handle around or over any part of your body, as that will make it more difficult to let go of. Starting out, the wakeboard should be positioned on it's edge so that the bottom of the board is perpendicular to the surface of the water. Make sure the edge of the board is slightly above the water. If you try to keep the board flat underneath you, you won't be able to balance when the boat accelerates. Before you go wakeboarding, figure out which foot to put forward by having someone gently push you from behind. The foot you step forward with will be the one you put in front on the wakeboard. Once you’re in the water with the wakeboard, place 1 arm on each side of your front knee. Keep your arms bent and the handle close to your chest. | Put on a life vest. Adjust the bindings on the wakeboard. Get in the water. Hold the handle securely. Keep the board on it’s edge in the water. Position 1 arm on either side of your front knee. |
Consider your decision to elope and make sure that you are doing it for the right reasons. There are plenty of people who elope in Las Vegas in the heat of the moment, but you might regret your decision if you don't consider it carefully. Keep in mind that your family and friends might be hurt by your elopement if they were expecting a wedding. You might feel ready at the age of 17, but Nevada law requires that each person be at least 18 years old to get married. There some special circumstances that allow minors to get married. In most cases, however, you need to be 18. You can marry at the age of 16 in Nevada with a parent's consent. You will need to get a Las Vegas Marriage License. Obtaining a marriage license is particularly easy in Nevada. You and your partner must bring proof of identity with you. You can download and print the marriage license application from the Clark County Marriage Bureau's website, but you must bring it to their office in person. The office is open from 8AM to midnight daily, including weekends and holidays. Keep in mind that you may have to wait an hour or more on busy holidays. The proof of identity can be a passport, driver's license, or social security card. Many chapels in Las Vegas will have someone there that is authorized to officiate the wedding. If you’re eloping in a chapel, a clergyperson or court clerk is allowed to officiate the wedding. Keep in mind that on holidays, like Valentine's Day, many people will be eloping and you may have to find someone in the private sector to do the job. Residents of a country other than the U.S. can get married in Las Vegas, and the procedures and fees would be the same. Marriages performed in Nevada are recognized worldwide, but your home country may require a special document called an apostille to finalize your marriage. Apostilles are issued by the Nevada Secretary of State. | Think the elopement through. Make sure you’re old enough to elope. Obtain a marriage license. Find someone to solemnize your wedding. See if your home country requires an apostille. |
Rinse your hands under clean water and lather them with mild hand soap. Then scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds to kill any germs and bacteria before rinsing the soap off. Pat your hands dry on a clean towel before caring for your wound. You can also use hand sanitizer if you aren't able to wash your hands. Wait until the sanitizer evaporates completely, or else it may sting if you touch your cut. If possible, put on disposable gloves before you touch the wound so you don't transfer any germs. Choose a lint-free cloth you don't mind throwing away or a large piece of gauze that covers the entire cut. Gently press the cloth down on your wound and apply pressure just above the cut. Replace the cloth or gauze if blood soaks through it and keep applying constant pressure until you stop bleeding. Elevate the cut if possible to reduce blood flow to your wound so it stops sooner. Hold your cut underneath cool or lukewarm water from your sink or shower. Move the cut back and forth through the stream so you can rinse out any blood or dirt that's still stuck inside. Keep the water running over your cut for 5–10 minutes to help prevent infection. Avoid rubbing or touching your cut since it could open back up and start bleeding again. Don't soak your cut in standing water since you could reintroduce bacteria. If you need to, use a cup to pour clean water over your wound instead. Wet a large gauze pad with saline solution and lightly press it onto the cut. Lift the pad straight off of your skin so your cut doesn't reopen. Keep patting around your wound until you’ve cleaned it completely. If you don't have a saline solution, you can use tap water or an alcohol-free disinfectant wipe. Avoid using hydrogen peroxide to sterilize your cut since it could cause irritation. Carefully press the towel against your cut and apply gentle pressure to soak up any moisture. Avoid rubbing the towel back and forth since you may feel pain or make your wound start bleeding again. Instead, lift it off of your skin and dab the area dry. Avoid using any material that's fluffy or has lint since it could leave residue inside your wound. | Wash and dry your hands. Hold a clean cloth or gauze pad against the wound to stop the bleeding. Rinse the cut with running water for at least 5 minutes. Sterilize the wound with gauze soaked in saline solution. Pat the cut dry with a clean lint-free towel. |
Turn off the lights and close the windows if it is light outside. Don't worry; cats have excellent night vision! It doesn't have to be anything fancy; any light source in a dark room should engage your cat. Cats have excellent night vision, and seeing a point of light in the dark will trigger your cat's predatory instincts. Be careful with where you point the light. Your cat may only be paying attention to the light, and not the environmental surroundings around the room. | Darken the room. Grab a flashlight or laser pointer. Turn on the flashlight and move it around the room. |
Try to find at least 30 minutes a day to practice and build on your skills. Work on memorizing where all of the notes are on the keyboard, and try playing more complex chords and scales. Search “free keyboard lessons” online or consider hiring a professional keyboard teacher to help you practice in person. Once you’ve gotten down the basics, you can start practicing actual songs on the keyboard. Search online for “free keyboard sheet music” if you’re looking for a song to try out. Reading sheet music will be hard at first, but once you learn the musical notation you’ll get faster. Some good songs for beginners you can try out are: “Ode to Joy” by Beethoven. “Waltz from Sleeping Beauty” by Tchaikovsky. “The Entertainer” by Scott Joplin. | Practice playing the keyboard every day. Practice reading sheet music. |
Moisture can be created by leaky pipes, faulty windows, rainwater, or built-up condensation. Check your basement for moisture after it rains. Feel the walls and make sure they aren't wet. If you notice water pooling on the floor or trickling out of the walls, you have moisture problems. Call a contractor to fix the moisture issues before finishing the walls. A contractor may have to do some exterior drain tiling, exterior waterproofing, or pipe repairs if water is leaking into your basement. It will be harder to fix problems if you finish your walls before repairing the source of the moisture problems. Keep an eye out for any pooling water around your home and see that your gutters are functioning properly and not draining near the basement. Finding a way to allow water to drain away from your home will help you keep your basement dry. If your basement has window wells, cover them and caulk the windows with clear silicone. Some unfinished basements may have holes or divots in the walls. Hydraulic cement is a fine grain material that can effectively fill in the holes in your walls. Buy a 50-pound (23 kg) bag of cement. If there are no holes or divots in your walls, you can skip the next couple of steps and go straight to applying an interior sealer. Read the instructions on the back of the cement so that you know what ratio of water to cement you need. Pour the cement into a bucket, add the appropriate amount of water and mix it together with a wooden stick or trowel. Continue mixing until the cement is a slushy consistency. Use a spray bottle to apply a mist of water over the holes in the wall. This will prepare the holes for the cement. Use a trowel to scoop up some of the cement and spread it into the holes in your walls. Fill the holes, then use the trowel to scrape the cement and flatten it out so that it runs flush with the wall. Repeat this process on all the holes in your walls. Feel the surface of the cement the next day to make sure that it's dry. Once the cement has hardened, you can move onto the next step. Purchase an interior waterproof sealer online or at a hardware store. This will come in a paint can and can be applied to the walls with a paint roller. Saturate the roller with the sealer and go in an up and down motion over the walls until they are completely coated in the sealer. Open the windows and wear a facemask or respirator so that you don't inhale the fumes from the sealer. If you notice any problems with humidity or a musty smell, take the time to let the basement dry before adding walls. You may need to buy or rent a dehumidifier and let it run for a few days to completely dry it out. | Fix moisture problems in your basement before finishing your walls. Purchase hydraulic cement if you have holes in your walls. Mix the powder cement with water according to the instructions. Spray the wall with water. Spread the cement over the holes in the walls. Let the cement dry overnight. Apply an interior masonry sealer to the walls. Before adding walls, make sure the basement is dry. |
If you aren't already logged into Facebook, you'll need click the "Log In" button in the top-right corner of the page to enter your Facebook email address and password. This is at the top of the screen, directly beneath the search bar-- you'll need to drag your mouse cursor over each option to view its subsections. Your options include the following: Using Facebook - This section of the Help Center covers basic Facebook functionality, including how-tos on friending, messaging, and account creation. Managing Your Account - This section covers items such as your login and your profile settings. Privacy and Safety - This section addresses account security, unfriending people, and hacked/fake accounts. Policies and Reporting - This section covers basic reporting (abuse, spam, etc.) as well as handling a deceased person's Facebook account and reporting hacked or fake accounts. You can also check out the "Questions You May Have" and "Popular Topics" sections on this page. These sections cover a lot of common issues and complaints. Both of these sections are on the main page of the Facebook Help Center website. For example, if you're having a problem with an impostor account, you'd select the "Privacy and Safety" section and then click "Hacked and Fake Accounts". In keeping with the impostor account example, you might click the "How do I report an account that's pretending to be me?" link. Doing so will bring up a series of steps that explain how to remedy your situation. For example, Facebook recommends dealing with an impostor account by going to the account's profile page, clicking the button with three dots (...) above a post, and clicking the Report, then following the on-screen instructions. To do this, simply click on the search bar at the top of the Help Center page--it will say something like "Hi (Your Name), how can we help?"--and type in a few words related to your complaint. You should see several suggestions pop up in a drop-down menu below the search bar. For example, you might type in "impostor account", then click on the "How do I report an account for impersonation?" result. The search bar here only links to Facebook's pre-written articles--if you're looking for an answer to a specific issue not covered in the Help Center, scroll down and click the button that says Community Help to visit the Facebook Community Page. If your business or page is having issues with ads, your questions are usually addressed in this section. To delve into advertising, you'll want to click the Creating Ads or Managing Ads buttons. For problems with advertising, you'll need to click Troubleshooting Your Ads and then select an issue on the subsequent menu. If you can't find your current problem listed anywhere in the Help Center, your best bet is to look for it in the community forums here. You'll see a search bar at the top of this page--you can look up topics (e.g., disabled accounts) from here. | Open the Facebook Help Center webpage. Review the options toolbar. Select a relevant section. Review additional options. Use the search bar to expedite your process. Open the Ads Help Center page. Visit the Facebook Community page. |
Many overweight people avoid certain activities because they’re self conscious or afraid. Write down things you’ve been putting off due to your weight. Some people avoid social situations or dating when they’re overweight. Some people avoid travel when they’re overweight because they worry about having enough energy. Many of these activities are things you can absolutely do when you’re overweight. You may find that many of your fears are unfounded. This may be something on your list. However, it doesn't have to be. Try out a new activity and see how you feel. You can ask a friend to do a new activity with you. That can make it more fun and less intimidating. You can also do something new by yourself. You can take a dance class or a ceramics class and you won't have to worry about a friend seeing you mess up. There's no rule that says you can't wear certain things because you’re overweight. Find styles and colors that you feel great in. If it's hard to find clothes you like in stores, go online. You’ll find tons of styles in your size. Body positive blogs often have links to their favorite plus-size clothing sites. Comfort is key. No one feels fabulous when they’re constantly pulling their shorts down. Choose clothes that fit you well and that you can wear all day without discomfort. Don't put off dating or intimacy because of your weight. People date and enjoy physical intimacy at every size. Romance can be an awesome mood booster and confidence builder, too. If you’re trying online dating, be honest in your profile. Post photos that show what you look like. The people you meet will already be excited about you and know what to expect. No one feels great about themselves every day. Continue to say your affirmations and spend time with positive people. If you’re having a down day, tell yourself that it's okay and tomorrow may be different. | Make a list of things you haven’t been doing because you’re overweight. Do something new. Wear clothes you love-- no matter what. Embrace romance. Accept that some days will be hard. |
Go back to the beginning of your “unofficial” relationship. Review the reasons why the two of you became friends with benefits to begin with instead of an “official” couple. Now ask yourself how the situation has changed: Have either one of you met someone new whom you’d rather be with? Is your casual arrangement growing into something too serious for you to handle? Are you unsatisfied with keeping things casual? Break-ups between committed partners traditionally warrant a face-to-face meeting or a conversation over the phone. If you feel that you should honor your preexisting friendship with the same respect, break up in person or over the phone so you can talk it over immediately. But since your FWB situation is (or is supposed to be) more casual, feel free to send the message via text or email. Just be sure to use straight-to-the-point words so there is no room for misinterpretations, since you won't be there to clarify. Instances where text or email might be preferable include: When you feel like your resolve might weaken in direct conversation. If your FWB has a track record of being obstinate, manipulative, or slow on the uptake. If you are in a long-distance relationship, have conflicting schedules, or face some other obstacle that makes seeing each other in person a chore even in the best of times. If you want to ditch the benefits but keep the friend, share the truth with them. Keep your friendship intact by communicating honestly. Let them know exactly how things stand so the two of you can figure out how to move forward as pals. Soothe their feelings by emphasizing what was positive about this time together, while making it clear that it has come to an end: “What we have is obviously a lot of fun, but now that So-and-So and I are getting serious, it's not really fair to them for us to keeping doing this.” “I really enjoy what we have, but I feel like we’re becoming a little too involved, and I’m not ready for that.” “I thought I could handle keeping things casual, but now I think I’m expecting too much, which isn't fair to you.” Even though you and your FWB had a less than serious relationship, it was still a relationship, so expect all the awkward feelings and situations that follow a traditional break-up. Give your ex-FWB (and yourself) some alone-time to adjust to your new dynamic. Resist the urge to “force” your friendship. Allow yourself to experience the sense of loss. Spend more time with other friends and family. Avoid hanging out with your ex-FWB right away, especially in situations that often led to the two of you cashing in on your benefits. A lot of FWB situations suffer because one or both friends keep their lips shut rather than risk the good time that they’re having. Whether or not this applied to your own relationship while the “benefits” part was still active, talk openly with your friend now in order to strengthen your friendship. Don't pretend the whole FWB phase never happened. Catch and resolve issues that may develop after the fact before they grow into more serious problems. If you feel jealous when they start dating someone new, admit to it. Even if you’re the one who broke things off, you’re still human, and the quicker you can laugh about it with your ex-FWB, the better. If you feel tempted to relapse, or feel like your friend is still trying to claim benefits from you, talk about it so you can set up clear boundaries for the both of you to follow. | Know why you want to nix the benefits. Choose how to break up. Be upfront with your FWB. Brace yourself for the break-up. Keep communicating. |
Take the measurement of each piece from your design and then cut a corresponding piece of lumber. It may be easiest to number each piece on your design and then put the matching number on the pieces of lumber after you cut them. Work in an organized fashion. You can build the box of the cage first and then attach it to the supports it will sit on afterwords. Start with the box, fastening the pieces of lumber together with screws, so that the finished box is the size you desired. Then build the supports for the box to sit on, making sure that it is tall enough and sturdy enough to keep the box, and bunnies, upright. Remember that you should have an area that has solid sides, so that the rabbits can get away from cold weather and have a cozy place to sleep. Make sure to cut the pieces of mesh so that they cover each opening in the frame you built completely. You should have four side pieces and one floor piece. Once you have cut all the pieces, grab a staple gun and start attaching the wire. Make sure the rabbits can't slip through the gaps in the staples. If you decided to buy a pre-made wire cage, simply slip it into the frame that you built. Make sure that the wire cage is secure and fits correctly. Your solid walls should be made of plywood and can be screwed directly to the framing of the cage on the outside. Your cage will need a few solid walls. The sleeping area of the hutch should have solid walls, so that your bunny can snuggle in and keep warm when the weather is cold. You should also put a solid wall between the main area of the cage and the rabbit's sleeping area. This will ensure that the sleeping area is a completely protected space. You can use plywood for this wall as well but you will need to cut an opening in it that the bunny can easily get through. Cut your plywood to completely cover the top of the cage. Screw the hinges onto the plywood and then onto the frame. Add roofing material to the top of the roof, making sure that the roof will be water tight. You may want to put a security latch on the roof. This will keep the roof from blowing up in a strong wind or predators from opening up the top of the cage and getting your rabbits. You want to make the cage a cozy home for the rabbits, so it needs an abundant amount of bedding and food and water in order to settle in. Toys and other amenities are a plus that will help the rabbit thrive. Once the hutch is all set up you can place the rabbit into its new cage. | Cut lumber for your frame. Fasten the lumber of the frame together. Cut and attach the wire mesh. Cut and attach wood for solid walls. Build and attach the roof. Add bedding material, toys, and containers for food and water. |
Many people force their bodies to hold gas in to avoid embarrassment, but passing gas is a necessary bodily function that occurs to help the release of a by-product of digestion. Preventing yourself from passing gas just leads to more pain and discomfort. Instead of holding it in, find a comfortable place to release it. If you are in public when a bout of gas or bloating strikes, find a bathroom where you can stay until the pain has subsided. If you find it difficult to pass gas, try adjusting your body positioning to allow the gas to be released. Lie down and relax your muscles until the pressure in your stomach and intestines is gone. Moving around can help, too. Take a brisk walk around the block or walk up and down a set of stairs to help the gas make its way out. For quick relief of abdominal pressure caused by gas and bloating, lie down and lay a hot water bottle or warm compress across your stomach. Allow its heat and weight to help the gas leave your body and the pressure subside. Activated charcoal can reduce gas and bloating in some individuals. It can also help relieve cramps caused by gas and bloating. Follow all instructions on the packaging, including dosage recommendations. Ask your doctor before taking any supplements, especially if you're already taking medications. Garlic also has properties that stimulate the gastric system and help relieve gas and bloating. Garlic supplements are available at health food stores, but fresh garlic may provide faster relief. Eat garlic soup, since the warm water helps deliver the garlic to your system quickly. Mince a few cloves of garlic and sauté them in olive oil on the stove. Add vegetable or chicken broth, let it simmer for a few minutes, and enjoy hot. Avoid eating garlic with other foods that may cause more gas and bloating. For best results, consume it plain or in a soup. If you are already feeling gas and bloating pressure, medicines meant to prevent gas and bloating will not work. Choose a medicine meant to break up gas bubbles and reduce the pressure in your intestines and stomach. Over-the-counter medicines that contain simethicone are meant to ease gas buildup. Activated charcoal is also said to help relieve gas. Activated charcoal is sold at health food stores and drugstores. | Avoid holding gas inside. Use a hot pad or compress. Take an activated charcoal supplement. Have some garlic. Take over-the-counter gas relief medicine. |
Timing can be sensitive in issues like this. You don't want to let it fester and linger, particularly if it's a looming problem. However, you also don't want to just bust into your boss's office first thing in the morning to pour your heart out. Choose a time when you know your boss will be less busy and when they are sure to be alone. Choose a time when you think your boss might be a in good and talkative mood. It's tough to really know what sort of mood they are in. But, an obvious time to avoid would be with deadlines looming and a stack of pile work on their desk. You don't want to have this talk at the water cooler, or on the way into the building in the morning. Do it in your boss's office and not your cubicle where other people may hear it. Even better, try to get out of the office completely. Choose a neutral location like a coffee shop, or a small diner down the road.This can help you avoid office gossip and keep things professional at a public lunch meeting. Being in public also might stop you from gushing or crying if the impulse strikes you. When possible, always do a talk like this in person. Don't do it over e-mail or over the phone, even if this makes you feel more comfortable. Since the talk may be hard and full of emotion, you don't want to find yourself stumbling for words. Know what you're going to say before you go into the meeting. Treat it like a work presentation. Rehearse what you're going to say, and prepare for possible responses and questions. Give them ideas for how to make the problem better. Don't make your boss be the only one that has to come up with a solution on the spot. Show your boss that you've thought about the issue hard and you've already brainstormed potential solutions. Know your objective. If you need time off, make sure this is clear in your talk. If you are just giving your boss a heads up for your performance issues, make this clear as well without making it sound like an excuse. When you make the decision to share a personal problem with your boss, you need to be sure that you refrain from causing a scene or displaying unnecessary emotions. Word travels fast around an office, so if you want to keep your private issues private, you need to be calm when discussing the problem. Talk slowly and breathe deeply. Try to not feel embarrassed and be confident about you're saying. It is perfectly okay to express yourself and your problems, but you don't need to put the boss in the unfortunate position of advising you about what to do in a personal matter. Remember, this person is your boss, not your closest friend. Keep your professionalism in check. Keep a close eye on your watch and be sure to stop yourself short if you get close to the 30-minute mark. You don't need to express the history of your life. Just express the issues you're confronting. Be honest and brief with the talk. Ask if they need anymore information about what you're talking about. After talking, let the matter rest. After discussing your problem with the boss, you should not discuss it again for a while. Give yourself and your employer time to digest the matter. Do not expect an immediate response, unless you need one. If you need to know an answer, kindly follow up in a couple days and ask if they've given it any thought. It's tough to know exactly how your boss will respond, but it is helpful to prepare for likely outcomes, both negative or positive. If your boss acts calloused toward your problem, prepare how you'll react. You do not want to say something you might regret or act in a way that threatens your job stability. In this situation it may be best to tell your boss you understand their reaction and walk away until you can come back a well-thought out response. You can reiterate the sort of help you were looking for at a later time when both you and your boss have had time to think about it. Don't turn it into an argument. If you feel yourself getting emotional, you may say something you regret. If your boss responds in a combative way, try to quell the situation and walk away until cooler heads can prevail. Don't be too set on an expected response. If you go in thinking your boss will immediately offer you time off or try to accommodate your problem, you may react in a way that affects your future relationship. Understand that you're having a conversation and it may take some time for both sides to fully understand one another. | Find the right time. Choose a suitable location. Prepare what you want to say. Control your emotions and be cautious in what you say. Avoid asking your boss for advice. Limit yourself to 30 minutes of conversation. Anticipate a possible response. |
You must let the macaron shells cool down before adding the filling. If you don't, the shells may crack or lose their crispness. Handle the shells carefully, since they’re quite fragile when they come out of the oven. The shells will be the visible part of the cookie, so you want them to look as perfect as possible. once they’ve cooled completely. You can fill the macaron shells with cream cheese, fruit jams, fondue, ganache, and so much more. Try something new, or adding your favorite filling once the shells are cool. You can freeze unfilled macaron shells for about 3 months. When you’re ready to finish making the cookies, pull the shells out of the freezer and give them 30 minutes to come to room temperature. At that point, you can add your filling and assemble the cookies. Use a plastic or glass container and make sure the lid snaps on tightly. Line the cookies up one layer at a time. Place pieces of parchment paper between any subsequent layers. Leave the cookies out on the counter if you plan to eat them within a day. Place them in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the cookies for 3 to 6 months. If you're storing in the fridge or freezer, place the container in the middle or near the back. Avoid placing the container near the front, since the temperature fluctuates there and will cause the cookies to become soggy. | Pull the macaron shells out of the oven and let them cool. Fill the shells Freeze macaron shells to fill them later, alternatively. Place the finished macarons in an airtight container. Leave them on the counter, refrigerate them, or freeze them. |
Important Note: I would urge caution when enabling Oracle Java 7 in your web browsers, due to the fact there have been many numerous security flaws and exploits. Essentially, by enabling Oracle Java 7 in your web browsers if a security flaw or exploit is discovered this is how the bad guys break in and compromise your system. For more information on security flaws and exploits in Java see the following website: Java Tester | To enable your Java plug-in in your web browsers you must make a symbolic link from the web browsers plug-in directory to the location of the Java plug-in included in your distribution of Oracle Java. |
You cannot skip the thermometer -- you need to know when exactly to take the sugar syrup off the heat. The cream of tarter is not essential, but will lead to a smoother frosting. 1-2 tablespoons of light corn syrup can help with this as well, and can be added with the tarter or alone. Use a candy thermometer to gauge the temperature. It should reach 230 degrees Fahrenheit (“soft ball” stage). As soon as it hits this temp, take it off the heat and turn off the burner. If the temperature exceeds 230 degrees, the mixture will reach the "firm ball" or "hard ball" stage. In these stages, the sugar syrup mixture will start to hold its shape if made into a ball. It won't be spreadable as icing anymore. You want the mixture to keep moving until the sugar syrup loses all it's heat and the metal bowl is cool to the touch, especially on the bottom. Add a pinch of salt when done, if desired -- this will help bring out the richness of the eggs. The raw egg in the icing, though not harmful, will go bad out in the open. Unlike classic buttercreams, this frosting must be refrigerated. You may need to whip it again before using to get a light consistency again. | Heat the sugar, water, and cream of tarter in a pot on medium heat with a candy thermometer. Test the sugar syrup temperature, removing from heat at 230F. Continue adding the syrup, letting the mixer beat until the side of the bowl is cool. Store this frosting immediately in the fridge. |
Ask your partner to confirm that the affair is no longer going on. It may be important to hear your partner acknowledge that he or she is sorry and truly remorseful. If the person is someone your partner works with, discuss what boundaries will be in place at the workplace in order to avoid further hurt and distrust. Don't get caught up in blaming your partner for his or her actions, or for blaming yourself for not being emotionally present for your partner. While you may have regrets as to your part in the relationship while the affair occurred (perhaps being gone frequently or not responding to your partner's needs for attention), it's important to acknowledge that it was your partner's choice to engage in the affair. You are not responsible for your partner's actions, and there's no use in blaming yourself. Instead, reflect on what you have learned from this situation and how things will be different in the future. While it's perfectly understandable to be angry, mad, and upset with your partner, blame doesn't help move you forward. Let go of blaming your partner in order to begin moving forward with recovery. If your partner was angry or upset, he or she may use cheating as a way of getting revenge. Ask yourself if this was the case, or if your partner genuinely made a mistake and let things go too far. The motivation for intentionally hurting you versus getting caught up in something enjoyable is entirely different. While in many ways you may feel like a victim in the situation and that something horrible has happened to you, gently ask yourself if your actions (or lack of) played a role in the emotional affair. Perhaps you have been less attentive to your partner, or dismissive of his or her thoughts or actions. Consider any contributing factors that you may have played a role in, and how they affected your partner. Dare to share some of the blame for not being emotionally available. You may have been spending more time at work or prioritizing hobbies or other friendships, leaving your partner to feel emotionally abandoned. Forgiveness doesn't mean forgetting what happened, or letting your partner off the hook for his or her actions. You may feel like a victim after finding out about the cheating. Forgiveness allows you to reclaim the power over your emotions and the power you may feel was taken from you. Forgiveness serves to validate your own emotions, and then to let them go. Holding on to bitterness, anger, and hurt damages your relationship. It hurts both you and your partner if you withhold forgiveness. In order to fully move forward in your relationship, forgive. For more information, check out How to Forgive a Cheater. It's likely that your partner feels guilty and ashamed about hurting you and letting a situation get out of hand, even if he or she doesn't show it. While you have every right to feel angry, distrustful, and hurt, remember that your partner feels bad as well. Keep in mind all of the mistakes you have made --both personally and in the relationship-- and have compassion on your partner. Relieve your and your partner's suffering together by tuning in to your partner in a kind and loving manner. Expressing compassion allows you to feel less vindictive of your partner. Practice the loving-compassion meditation: Get comfortable and calm. Think of someone you love, and say in your head or out loud, “May you be free from this suffering. May you experience joy and happiness.” Notice how it feels to send this blessing. Then, say this to yourself, to someone neutral (like a grocery clerk or neighbor), then to your partner, or someone else you have negative feelings toward. How do you feel sending love and compassion to these people? | Confirm the affair as over. Avoid playing the blame game. Question whether the cheating was done to hurt you. Ask yourself if you contributed to the situation. Forgive your partner. Show compassion to your partner. |
It is important to keep the tracheal tubes clean and free of mucus and foreign debris, so it's advisable to clean them at least twice a day — once in the morning and once in the evening is ideal. However, the more frequent, the better. Here's what you need: Sterile saline Half-diluted Hydrogen Peroxide (½ portion water mixed with ½ portion hydrogen peroxide) Small, clean bowls Small, fine brush . It is essential that you wash your hands and remove all germs and dirt. This will help prevent any infection due to unhygienic care. The proper procedure for washing your hands is discussed above. The most important things to remember are to use a mild soap, lather your hands well, rinse them, and dry them with a clean, dry towel. In one bowl, place the ½ strength hydrogen peroxide solution, and in another bowl the sterile saline solution. Remove the inner tracheal tube carefully whilst holding the neck plate still, which should be taught by your doctor or nurse while in the hospital. Place the tracheal tube in the bowl containing hydrogen peroxide solution and let it soak completely until the crusts and particles on the tube are softened, dissolved and removed. Some tracheal tubes are disposable and don't need to be cleaned if you have replacements. Using a fine brush, clean the inside and outside of the tracheal tube carefully ensuring it is clear of mucus and any other debris. Take care not to be too firm and avoid using rough/coarse brushes for cleaning as this may damage the tube. After you're done, place it in saline water for at least another five to 10 minutes to soak and become sterile. If you don't have any more saline water, soaking the tube in white vinegar diluted with some water will work also. If you're using disposable plastic tracheal tubes, then skip this step and throw out the tube. Once you've got a cleaned and sterile (or new) tracheal tube in hand, carefully insert it back into the tracheostomy hole whilst holding the neck plate still. Turn the inner tube until it locks back into position securely. You can gently pull the tube forward to make sure that the inner tube has locked into place. This successfully completes your cleaning procedure. Performing this at least two times per day can prevent infections, clogging and other complications. | Gather your materials. Wash your hands Soak the tracheal tube. Clean the tracheal tube. Place the tube back into the tracheostomy hole. |
Take as many pepper pieces as you'd like to stir fry from the freezer bag or storage container, and replace the container in the freezer before the remaining peppers can thaw. Pour a few tablespoons of olive, sesame, or canola oil into the pan. You might want to include broccoli, onions, water chestnuts, baby corn, or any other vegetables you enjoy in a stir fry. Toss and stir them frequently while they cook. You may also want to add soy sauce, garlic and other seasonings. They should be bright with some remaining crunch. Serve over rice or serve as a side dish. | Remove cut up sweet peppers from the freezer. Place a wok or skillet over medium high heat. Add peppers and other cut vegetables to the pan. Stir fry the vegetables with tongs. Season the vegetables with salt and pepper. Remove the vegetables from heat when they are cooked. |
If you are using Word 2010 or newer, you can create PDF files directly from Word. If you are using Word 2007, you'll need to download the "Save as PDF Add-in" from Microsoft first. You can use this method for any text file you can open or copy into Word. If you are using Word 2003, you'll need to install a virtual printer like CutePDf Writer. See the instructions in the first section of this article and then follow the directions to create the PDF from the Print window in Word 2003. It's a little different depending on the version you are using: Word 2013 - Click the "File" tab and select "Export". Click the "Create PDF/XPS" button. Word 2010 - Click the "File" tab and select "Save & Send". Click the "Create PDF/XPS" button. Word 2007 - Click the "Office" button and select "Save to PDF". You'll need the Add-in installed first. You can choose to optimize the file for publishing online, which will make it smaller but lower-quality. You can also click the Options... button and choose what pages you want to include and other PDF options. By default, the entire document will be turned into a PDF. By default, the file will have the same name as the original file. Save or Publish. This will create your new PDF file. | Open the document in Microsoft Word. Start the saving process. Choose your options. Give the file a name and set where you want it saved. Click the . |
Scruffing is one of the most popular ways to stop your ferret from biting. Grab your ferret by the loose skin on the back of the neck, and lift it to your eye level. Close the mouth with your index finger and thumb. Look at the ferret and say, "No!" in a loud and firm voice. Your ferret will probably struggle and try to move around. Don't be alarmed. You are not hurting the ferret. If scruffing does not work, put your ferret in time out. Put the ferret in a travel carrier or cage for 5 minutes or less. This method works best for baby ferrets (i.e. kits) because they are very playful and do not like being alone. Time out will help your ferret associate biting with something bad. Your ferret may go to sleep if you leave it in the cage for too long during time out. Your ferret needs to associate the cage with punishment not with nap time. Kits often get overly excited when they play and will begin to bite. If your ferret bites you during play time, give the ferret a toy to bite instead. This teaches your ferret that it is acceptable to bite a toy but not to bite people. There is no need to make a big deal about biting using this method. You should never hurt your ferret as part of the training process. Do not flick their nose, throw them, or hit them. Never scream or yell at them either. You do not want your ferret to be afraid of you. Your ferret may actually bite you more if it is afraid of you. Think of your ferret as a child that you love but are trying to discipline. You want to be seen as a loving, caring authority figure. Ferrets hate the taste of Bitter Apple and Bitter Lime and Fooey. You can buy any of these at your local pet store or online. Spray a small amount on your hands, toes, ankles, and anywhere else your ferret likes to bite. This will help the ferret associate biting with a nasty taste. Never directly spray your ferret. You can also put some of the spray on a Q-tip and put it in the ferret's mouth when it starts to bite. Bitter Apple also comes in a paste. This is helpful if your ferret likes to bite cords or their cage bars. Apply the paste to the item to deter the ferret from biting. | Scruff your ferret. Put the ferret in time out. Distract your ferret. Avoid training mistakes. Use Bitter Apple spray. |
Even though the technique between a cartwheel and a side flip is quite different, cartwheels can help you get used to the side flip rotation, as well as spotting the ground and orienting yourself through the sideways rotation. If you can graduate to doing one-handed cartwheels, that's even better. In a number of ways, side flips have the same form as front flips with the leading steps, launch off the ground, and tucked rotation. Though not a requisite, already being comfortable with front flips will make the entire process come more naturally and easily. If you’d feel more comfortable starting with a front flip, you can find more information on learning to front flip at: How to Do a Front Flip Since part of the difficulty of this trick is the mental block associated with fear from landing incorrectly, you can help overcome it by practicing with plenty of mats. Since this trick does require launching off your feet and gaining quite a bit of height, flipping onto gymnastics blocks is also a great way to practice, and they offer even more cushioning than mats. Another great way to help you get the motion down is with the help of a spotter. In addition to possibly giving you tips on how to launch better or tuck more tightly, a spotter can help you practice by allowing you to roll over his or her back. The motion isn't exactly the same, but by leading up in the same manner, tucking in a similar manner, and exiting the tuck with your feet pointing perpendicular to your movement, you’re still practicing key aspects of side flips. | Practice cartwheels. Practice front flips. Practice with lots of mats. Get help from a spotter. |
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