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Without an Exchange account, the Automatic Reply options are unavailable. It is still possible to set up an automated response using a template and a few rules. Start by creating a new email. This will be the template for your automatic response. Choose a Subject that succinctly explains the situation. For example “Out of the office until <date>”. You could also write the words “auto-reply” in the Subject to let the recipient know immediately that the response is automated. Write a brief message. In the Body of the email, write a general message that can apply to anyone who receives it. Let the recipient know how to reach you, or who else to contact. Once you are happy with the message, click Save As… In the “Save as type” dropdown menu, select Outlook Template. This will save the file as a template that loads into Outlook. In order to get the auto-response working correctly, you will need to define some rules to automate the process. In Office 2003/2007, click the Tools menu and select Rules and Alerts. In Office 2010/2013, click the File tab, select Info, and then click Rules and Alerts. This will open the E-Mail Rules menu. Click the New Rule button. You will be asked to select a template. From the “Start from a blank rule” section, select “Check messages when they arrive.” Click Next. Define which messages will get responded to. If you want to respond to every message you receive in your inbox, check the box for “where my name is in the To box”. You can narrow it down by designating specific sends, or emails with specific words in the subject or body. Click Next after making your selections Load your template. Select the “reply using a specific template” box in the next window to load the message that you created earlier. Click the link in the box description for “a specific template”. This will open a dialog asking where to look for templates. Select “User Templates in File System”. Open the message that you created earlier. Set your exceptions. Once the template is loaded, you can define instances when you don't want the reply to be sent, such as to a specific recipient, or for specific types of messages. Click Next after making your selections. Name your rule. Before you can finish, you will need to set a name for your rule. User something that is easy to remember so you can disable the rule quickly in the future. Check the “Turn on this rule” box to activate the rule, then click Finish. When you have returned to the office, you can disable the rule by opening the Rules and Alerts menu again. Select the Out of Office rule that you created from your list of active rules, and then click the Delete button. | Create your template. Save your template. Create the rules. Disable the rule. |
Jokers, or class clowns, devote their time and energy to providing comic relief for the classroom. When you are in the mood for the class clown's antics, their jokes are hilarious; when you are not in the mood, their attempts and humor can drive you mad. Since class clowns thrive on the reaction of their “crowd,” the best way to ignore a joker is to have no physical or verbal reaction to their jokes. Class clowns aim to please and are highly sensitive to criticism. If you can not remain silent, a choice remark could put a temporary end to their comedy bit. If you get in trouble for something the class clown did, don't overreact. Remain calm and ask the teacher to speak with you after class. When you are speaking one on one with the teacher, explain your side of the story and apologize for any inconvenience you may have caused. Work with your teacher to develop a plan on how to avoid situations like this in the future. Overly competitive students thrive on the knowledge that they are better than others. Their determination to prove themselves as superior students can leave others in the class feeling unintelligent and overlooked. If a competitive classmate asks you how you did on an assignment, they are just looking for chance to brag about their score. When this happens, just walk away. If their pestering persists, tell them that you prefer to keep your grades private. For example, you may say: “Sorry, I like to keep that kind of information to myself,” “You did really well on the test. Thanks for sharing your score; I prefer to keep mine private,” or “Please stop asking me. I am not comfortable sharing my grade with you.” Overly talkative classmates often struggle with self-awareness and egotism. Ignoring chatterboxes is extremely difficult. Their incessant chatter is inconsiderate and distracting. Try to tune them out and stay focused on the lecture or task at hand. If necessary, politely ask them to be quiet or speak softer. For instance, you may say: “I’m having a hard time hearing the teacher. Will you please lower your voice or stop talking?” or “Your talking is really distracting me. Can you stop talking so that I can focus?” If you could not hear what your teacher said, raise your hand and ask them to repeat it. “Sorry, I missed what you said over all the chatter. Can you say that again, please?” If you are at your wits end, seek help from your teacher. Stay after class and talk to your teacher about the chatterbox. Your teacher may rearrange the seating chart and or talk to the student privately. | Pay no attention to the class clown. Limit your interactions with competitive students. Tune out chatterboxes. |
Always, always, always do your research before going into any business meeting, whether it's with one person or three hundred. Read up on the company and as many of the key players that you'll be meeting as you can. Did your new partner previously work in a different industry? Did the company you're visiting just announce an upcoming reorganization? Look for things like this because you can comment on the information in order to start up a conversation. A good way to start a conversation with any individual you encounter through work is to ask them about how they got to the position they're in. Most people take a pretty wild route to get to where they are, so the conversation might even be really interesting! This is the sort of thing you can find out about if you do your research beforehand. Just be sure that the award is fairly recent, so that they'll have more to talk about if they have not been with the company for too long. For ice breaking with larger groups, pass a bowl of Skittle or other colorful small candy around the room. Then, for each piece of candy that someone took, they need to answer a question about themselves. Color code the questions to the color of the candy. For example, a blue earns the question, "Where did you grow up?". A green can signal the question, "What is your favorite guilty pleasure tv show?" If you're not a pop culture or sports person, this can feel like a burden, but the fact is that pop culture is (by definition) pretty much the lowest common denominator. Do some quick reading of the Entertainment and sports sections of the paper/internet each day and you'll be prepared to have a conversation with far more people. Workplace ice breakers tend to revolve around games. Most of the time, there will be a few people who enjoy the games but most will just feel like you're treating them like they are in high school again (because similar games are so common in schools). You don't want to demean your employees or people that you're working with by making them feel this way. Try to find adult ways to break the ice. This usually means manning-up and starting a conversation yourself! | Do your research. Ask them how they got into the industry. Ask about an award or honor that their company has recently received. Hand out some Skittles. Brush up on your pop culture and sports. Treat your employees, partners, and anyone else you meet with like an adult. |
Wait until after the roast and vegetables have been removed and use a ladle to transfer the liquid into a small saucepan. Turn the burner on to medium heat. Ladle the liquid into a small bowl. Use a whisk or fork to blend the cornstarch into the 2 Tbsp (30 ml) of broth already in the bowl. Blend until smooth. Stir it in with a fork or spoon until evenly distributed. Once the liquid starts to bubble after a minute or two, reduce the heat and continue stirring an additional few minutes as it thickens. Pour it over slices of the roast before serving or place it in a gravy boat so that everyone may serve themselves. | Remove about 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) broth from the crock pot. Place the saucepan on the stovetop. Remove 2 Tbsp (30 ml) of broth from the saucepan. Mix cornstarch into the bowl. Add the cornstarch mixture to the rest of the broth. Simmer until thickened. Serve with the roast. |
If you notice any symptoms of ear infection in an infant, take him or her to the doctor immediately. Infants at this age have not fully developed their immune systems. They are at a much higher risk for serious infections and will likely need immediate antibiotics. Do not try home remedies on infants and very young children. Always consult your pediatrician for the most appropriate route of care. If you suspect that you or your child have a serious ear infection, prepare for tests such as: A visual examination of the eardrum using an otoscope. It may be difficult to get your child to sit still for this exam, but it's an important test to determine if the child has an ear infection. An examination of any blockage or filling of the middle ear using a pneumatic otoscope, which will blow a little air at the eardrum. The air will cause the eardrum to move back and forth. If fluid is present, the eardrum will not move as easily or readily, which indicates a likely ear infection. An examination with a tympanometer, which uses sound and air pressure to check for any fluid in the middle ear. If the infection is chronic or a severe case, an audiologist may perform a hearing test to determine if there is any hearing loss. If you or your child becomes quite ill as a result of ear issues, your doctor may make an opening in the eardrum and draw out a sample of fluid from the middle ear. S/he will then send these samples to a lab to have them tested. Many ear infections go away on their own without treatment. Some ear infections may disappear within a few days, and most ear infections will disappear on their own within 1-2 weeks, even if you don't treat them. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians suggest a “wait-and-see approach” with the following guidelines: Children 6 to 23 months old: Wait and see if the child has mild inner ear pain in one ear for less than 48 hours and a temperature less than 102.2 F (39 C). Children 24 months and older: Wait and see if the child has mild inner ear pain in one or both ears for less than 48 hours and a temperature less than 102.2 F (39 C). Past 48 hours, it is important to see a doctor. Often you or your child will be started on an antibiotic to prevent the infection from spreading and reduce the chance of rare life-threatening infections. Rarely, more serious complications may develop, including mastoiditis (an infection of the bones around the skull), meningitis, infection spreading to the brain, or hearing loss. Children with active ear infections are at a higher risk of a painful condition called barotrauma, which is experienced when the middle ear attempts to adjust to the changes in pressure. Chewing gum during ascent and descent can decrease the risk of this. If you have an infant with an ear infection, bottle-feeding during ascent and descent can help regulate the pressure in the middle ear. | Take your child to the doctor if s/he is younger than six months old. Allow the doctor to examine your ears or your child’s ears. Be prepared for the doctor to examine the eardrum more closely in case of a stubborn or chronic infection. Keep in mind that you can treat many ear infections at home. Use caution when flying with a child who has an ear infection. |
This will give you a basis for making up your own word. English words are formed in several ways. Although one way is to create them from scratch, other words have been formed by imitating sounds. Similarly, there are many more words, often in quite common use, that have arisen over time because someone has not heard the word correctly. Next time you don't understand someone correctly, turn a potentially embarrassing situation, into a learning opportunity by creating a new word. Find inspiration at home. Listen to sounds naturally found around your home. You may be surprised by how many words you can come up with just by turning off the TV and listening to the environment. Open up your window and let in the sounds from outside. two word phrases (think of "see you," which became, "cya!"). You may need to do a bit of tweaking to the spelling, as was done with "cya," but try to think of phrases you can combine in to one word. Write down some of your favorite two or even three word phrases. See if you can create one word. More than anything, creating a made up word is supposed to be fun. Don't worry about taking yourself too seriously. If you discover a great new word, share it with your friends and family and have fun using the word together. To spread the word (pun intended), try using the word in a sentence, but be consistent. Your new word will also need a definition, so have one on hand in case others ask you about it. This will help them understand how to use the word as it was intended. | Understand how words are created. Hyphenate Have fun brainstorming! |
One of the most important aspects of the dress is the fit. Before you go shopping, you should figure out what fit you are looking for. If you have a small bust and shapely thighs and hips, think about an A-line fit. A-lines usually have a fitted bodice with a skirt that flares gently from the waist to form an "A" shape. They work for most body types and are a particularly good choice for pear shapes, or someone who does not want a tight fit on their lower body. You can accentuate your waist further by picking a dress with a decorative element like a sash or beading around the waist of the dress. Avoid a dress that is bunchy or overly embellished on the bottom half. This will make your hips and thighs look larger than they are. If you have a large bust, you will want a fit that is supportive on top. You should consider a dress with boning or with a built-in corset. This kind of fit will give you the shape you want and will prevent any mishaps on your wedding day! Many busty women feel they can't wear strapless dresses. You can still wear a strapless dress, but to make yourself feel more comfortable on the day, make sure it fits to a tee. A square-neck dress is a great option for busty women because it shows off your assets without showing too much. An empire dress is similar to an A-line dress, except that it cinches under the bust and flows out to make a floor-length A-line. This fit is very flattering on most body types, and is a good option if you don't want to wear a tight-fitting dress. Though empire dresses are flowy, don't pick one that is too large or has a lot of excess fabric. You still want to accentuate your figure. Avoid any dresses that have any kind of horizontal detailing like beading or striping. Focus instead on finding a dress that has vertical elements like a plunging neckline, vertical paneling or vertical embellishments. An empire fit can also flatter a petite body type by accentuating the bust and creating the appearance of long legs. If you are thin and tall, you may either want to highlight your statuesque physique, or you may want to choose a dress that creates curves. Depending on how you feel individually, pick either a sheath dress that follows the long straight form of your body, or a flared dress like a mermaid cut that creates curves and breaks up your body. A sheath dress isn't necessarily tight, but it won't conceal the shape of your body. If you feel especially self-conscious about a certain part of your body, consider a different fit. There are a lot of conventions about which dress looks best on which body type, and generally they are great places to start from. But you want to be careful that you don't pick a fit you don't like or are not comfortable with. A great way to figure out what fit is best for you individually is to look at the dresses you already own. Although they are much less formal than your wedding dress will be, figure out what fit you generally wear and feel comfortable in. Another way to find the best cut is to think about your favorite feature and find a way to flaunt it. For example, if you have toned arms, find a sleeveless dress so that you can show them off. Accentuating a body part doesn't necessarily mean exposing it. Be careful of showing too much leg or cleavage, as showing too much skin can make your dress look less formal. | Choose an A-line fit for a pear-shape or apple-shape. Choose a supportive dress for a busty body type. Pick an empire dress for a plus-sized body type. Pick a dress that creates verticality for petite body types. Choose a sheath or flared dress for long and lean body types. Remember that you know yourself best. |
Some countries have different road rules and road signs, so it's important to know what you're doing before you get on the road. Study up on the areas that you plan on traveling to, and get well-acquainted with their rules of the road before driving in that country. Don't forget that you might need to brush up on a different language depending on the country you'll be driving in as some road signs might be written instructions rather than visual signs, so know before you go. Before you leave, study the area you'll be traveling in. Get to know the surrounding attractions on each route you take to get to your destination. It'll be harder to get lost if you can remember some key points of interest that can keep you headed in the right direction. Make sure you have your map on-hand at all times when driving in another country. A GPS is a convenient way to get around, but may have poor signal in some areas. Purchase headlamp converters to ensure your headlights are adjusted for driving on the right. Make sure you buy ones that have clear instructions and are easy to remove. Follow the instructions on the package when putting the stickers on the headlights. Label a sticky note with the words “Drive on the Right” so you remember to stay on the right when you drive. Drivers get so used to driving on one side of the road that it's easy to fall into the routine of driving on that side. You wouldn't want to forget the drive on the right-hand side, as that could lead to accidents. Keep a list of reliable people or companies you can call to help you if your car breaks down. This way, you won't have to ask people you don't know who might speak a different language for help. Consider applying for insurance that will cover your car if it breaks down in the country you're in. In countries where one drives on the right-hand side of the road, the cars are built so that the driver sits on the left-hand side of the car instead of the right. Also, changing gears is done with the opposite hand. No matter what country you're in, the pedals will always be in the same position from left to right. Before you drive on a public road, practice driving on the right-hand side and parking in a designated car park so you can build up some confidence before you go on the road. You'll find that you're more prepared and more accustomed to this different way of driving when you start to drive on public roads. Without practice, it's possible to become distracted by trying to remember how to drive on the right. | Research driving laws for the country you are traveling to. Research the area on your map. Store a map in your car. Adjust your headlights. Put a reminder on your steering wheel or dashboard. Make a “breakdown” plan. Find the steering wheel and the gearstick. Practice in a car park. |
Caffeinated beverages, such as coffee, black tea, soda, and energy drinks, can put more stress on your bladder and make your bladder symptoms worse. Alcohol can also cause you to have to go to the bathroom more often. Switch out coffee and alcohol for herbal tea or water. Bring a water bottle with you so you can have water on hand. Brew pots of herbal tea and sip it throughout the day so you stay hydrated but do not overwhelm your bladder. You should also avoid using tobacco products and avoid consuming artificial sweeteners, as these can make your bladder issue worse. Additionally, steer clear of diuretic herbs like nettles, dandelions, and horsetail. Being overweight can cause your bladder to become overactive or to become worse. You should try to maintain a weight that is healthy based on your age and height as well as your medical history. You may speak to your doctor about your ideal weight and discuss ways you can reduce your weight if you are overweight so your bladder issues are less severe. You may try adjusting your diet so it is more healthy and balanced to lose weight. Or you may take up healthy habits like exercise to reduce your weight. You can address your overactive bladder by doing timed voiding, where you extend the time between trips to the bathroom to urinate. You may also get into the habit of going to the bathroom at regular timed intervals to get your bladder used to a certain pattern. For example, you may urinate every 2 hours. Or you may try to leave 1 hour between bathroom trips throughout the day. | Avoid drinking coffee and alcohol. Maintain a healthy weight. Do timed voiding. |
Have at least 10 printed wallet size photos, 10 blank 3x5 index cards, a ribbon or binding material, a felt tip pen marker, and a hole puncher. Turn the blank index card so that it is on its longest side in landscape position. The wallet sized photos will be placed portrait style on the cards. Stick the photo to the right sides of your blank index cards. Use this space to write about the people in the photo, the date of the event, or just a title for the photo. Decorate the front with markers or keep the look sleek and clean by placing a simple monogram on it by using stencils for lettering. Place the hole at about ½ an inch from the very bottom and very top of the book. Through those holes, thread a ribbon and tie it into a bow. | Gather your materials. Apply rubber cement glue on the back of the photos. Write details depicting the photo on the left side of the card. Place a blank index card in the immediate front and back to act as covers for the album. Punch holes at the top and bottom of your booklet. |
To minimize defensiveness, don't suddenly bring up the steroid use out of nowhere. Instead, choose a time when both of you can talk for a while. Keep distractions away, such as cell phones or television shows. You and your teen should be able to spend some time honestly addressing what's going on without feeling rushed or distracted. Choose a time when you know your child will be home and won't be distracted by other obligations, like a test they need to study for. Try not to be accusing or angry with your child. Instead, give them the opportunity to talk. Watch your tone of voice and try to withhold your judgments, fears, or anger. Try not to get frustrated or show any disappointment. This can make your teen shut down or lash out. Don't speak to your child while you're upset. If you just found out about your teen's use, take some time to gather your thoughts before confronting them. If you start getting upset, take a few deep breaths before saying anything more. However you find out about your teen's steroid abuse, be it through spotting symptoms or hearing about it from someone else, you need to confront them. Although your child may not want to speak about your concerns, you must be persistent regarding their health. One of the most important aspects of your teen's recovery is open and effective communication. For example, start by saying, “There's something that concerns me that we need to talk about. Can you tell me about your steroid use?” Open up a discussion but do not get angry with them. Be there for them, allowing them to feel that they are safe and can express themselves fully. Ask your child about why they are abusing steroids and where they have been gaining access to them. You should try to obtain this information to help your child, not to punish them. Say, “I'm here to support you, not judge you. I'd like to know what started your use and where you're getting steroids from.” There are many risks associated with using steroids that teens may be unaware of. For example, your teen may develop high blood cholesterol, severe acne, thinning hair, fluid retention, high blood pressure, or liver damage. If your teen shares needles, they can contract HIV or other blood-borne diseases. Tell your teen why you're concerned and how the steroids can affect their health. Let them know this is something to take seriously. | Choose an appropriate time. Remain calm. Bring up the steroid use. Ask your teen about the problem. Talk about the risks of steroids. |
To keep your crush engaged, you'll have to find topics that are worth talking about. Make sure you find something that is not only interesting to you. Here are some ideas: If something particularly exciting is happening in the news, you could bring it up, especially if it just happened. You could say, "Did you hear about...?" Make sure you don't pick anything too controversial, such as gun control, because you don't want to start an argument before you really know your crush. If something out of the ordinary happened to you that day, tell your crush. If you ran into a celebrity, saw something crazy happen on the street, or got some big news, it could be worth talking about. Nothing will bore your crush faster than telling him or her about everything that happened to you that day. Unless you're a secret agent or a superhero, chances are that most of your day is pretty mundane, and you don't want to look like a narcissist by talking about what you had for breakfast like it's the most fascinating topic in the world. If you're looking to take your relationship beyond flirting, remember that common interests can be just as important as chemistry in a strong relationship. Your love is guaranteed to last longer if you share passions other than your passions for each other. Here are some things you may have in common: Music can be a great bond between two people, so try to strike up a conversation about music. If your crush has his or her 'What I'm Listening To' message working, look at the song he or she is listening to and say something like, "Oh, I love that band!" If the band is having a concert, you and your crush may even end up going together. Your love for the outdoors. If both of you love hiking, biking, or camping, that can be a great bond. The outdoors are not for everyone, and your crush will respect you if you share that love--and may even ask you to tag along on a hiking adventure. Your love for literature. If you both love good books, this will give you a lot to talk about. You can even impress him by recommending a great read, or reading a book he mentions. If the conversation is going well, you can even say, "Hey, I loved that book your recommended. Want to talk about it over coffee some time?" Your love for good movies. If you're both into the movies, you will have plenty to talk about. You can casually mention a new film you're excited to see and can wait for your crush to ask you to come along. Make your crush see that you have a life outside of your computer. Mention your friends, your family, and definitely your interests, to show that your chat-life is just one small part of your fascinating personality. Here is how to show that your world is bigger than your chat screen: Without being boring, tell talk about your favorite hobby. If you love to go biking, tell your crush about it. Mention when you have to go because you're going to pursue your hobby. Mention your favorite friends, and say when you have to go because you and your friends are going out to dinner, to a concert, or wherever. This will make you seem like a fun person, and he may even want to join. If you're passionate about your studies or a certain subject in school, don't be afraid to say so. Without looking like a nerd, you can show him that you really care about something--poetry or physics, for example. Remember that interesting people have interests, while boring people are bored by everything. | Bring up interesting topics. Find a common bond. Show that you have a life outside of the internet. |
There are several types of commercial hair care products intended for swimmers that can help remove the green from hair when natural home remedies just won't cut it. Try Malibu C Swimmers shampoo and conditioner Sally Beauty's Ion Swimmer's shampoo. The main ingredients to look for in the shampoo you choose are aloe, Vitamin E, and EDTA (Edetic Acid). These will help condition and strengthen your hair and fight the discoloration. Follow the instructions on the bottle. Alternatively, you can use a leave-in pre-swim treatment for preventative measures. Try Malibu C Swimmer's Natural Wellness Treatment or H2O Pre Swim Gel. These treatments restore color, seal the hair, and help prevent future discoloration. Rinse the special shampoo out of your hair completely. Don't blow dry your hair; just let it dry naturally. Alternatively, you can get a salon treatment called a seal coat (or a gloss coat) that prevents the copper in the water from attaching to the cuticles in your hair. This works best on shorter hair. | Purchase some professional shampoo. Wash your hair with the professional clarifying shampoo. Rinse your hair. Let your hair dry. |
In the wake of a rejection, you need to be kind to yourself. Avoid beating yourself up after rejection. Take some time to reaffirm your self worth. Remind yourself it's okay to make mistakes. It's okay to experience setbacks and make the occasional mistake. In fact, this is a normal part of life. Make a list of your existing accomplishments. Things like your education, job, career success, and personal success like relationships with friends and family members are achievements to be proud of. You have probably accomplished a great deal. Try imagining someone else, like a friend, is experiencing the same kind of rejection. What would you tell that friend? Sometimes, externalizing a situation can help you see it objectively. Rejection is an incredibly irrational process. Understanding the feelings you experience after being rejected are not necessarily based on reality. Rejection does not always respond to reason. A psychological study was conducted in which participants were rejected by a stranger. Even after being told the rejection was part of a set up, participants still felt down about being rejected. In another study, participants were told the actors who rejected them were part of abhorrent groups like the KKK. Surprisingly, this did nothing to lessen the sting of rejection. What the above study shows is that it's hard to disengage with rejection, even if you know the reasons you were rejected were insignificant. Understand that you may be sad for a while and may not be able to be talked out of that emotion. Try to handle the sadness by distracting yourself and letting it play out. If you're deeply personalizing a rejection, there may be something else at play. Emotions can drive thoughts. If you're feeling bad about yourself for other reasons, you may respond particularly poorly to a rejection. Underlying psychological disorders, like depression and anxiety, can drive negative thoughts about oneself. Symptoms of these disorders include frequent troublesome thoughts, feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness, and persistent feelings of sadness and anxiety. If you feel you may be suffering from depression or anxiety, talk to a psychiatrist. Chronic low self esteem can also manifest in an inability to handle rejection. There may be reasons you feel bad about yourself that you can change. Seeing a therapist can help you work through your self esteem and find away to feel better overall. | Be kind to yourself. Familiarize yourself with the irrationality of rejection. Identify your emotions accurately. |
When you sit down for that test, you shouldn't have a thing to worry about. Bring a handful of pencils, pens, erasers, your calculator, some scratch paper -- anything you could possibly need and then some more. Not only will being over-prepared relax you, but when problems do arise, you'll be ready! Have a pocketful of peppermints while you're at it. Studies have shown that taking a whiff of peppermint increases your concentration abilities, makes you more alert, and gives you a tiny boost that can make all the difference. So if the answer is eluding you, pop a peppermint and then take another crack at it. Since your test is timed, the last thing you want to be is preoccupied by the clock. Instead of that ticking getting louder and louder as you stare at the blank question, just skip it. Tackle all the ones you could do with your eyes closed and your hands tied behind your back and then get to the harder questions. Your mind will be primed with everything it definitely knows, making the rest a bit easier. When you've answered all of the easy ones, go for the ones that have the greatest point value. If you don't answer a question that's worth 10% of your grade, there's little hope for the rest of your test. So if you're in that position, weigh your options. If there's any chance you missed a question, misinterpreted a question, or just filled in the wrong circle, you'll know you've caught it if you check and double-check your answers (provided you have the time, of course). Also, remember to consider the most important of all -- did you write down your name? Avoid the temptation to change your answers. Often your gut instinct is the right one. If you find yourself checking your answers and wanting to change them, only do so if you've had a revelation you had forgotten about. You know the whole "fake it till you make it" mantra? That totally goes for test taking. Thinking positive and being confident can actually help you do better -- if for no other reason than it keeps you relaxed (and being relaxed helps your mind think straight). Walk in there with your head held high so you can walk out the same way. Turns out trusting yourself is a big part of the game. When you trust your memories, they strengthen and become concrete. So be confident in your brain! The more you rely on it, the more it can reward you with the right answers. In case you didn't know, your brain is pretty phenomenal! | If anything, be over-prepared. If you don't know the answer, skip it for now. Double-check your answers. Keep a positive attitude. |
Washing the scallions before freezing them is especially important if they’re fresh from your garden. Fill a large bowl with the water and vinegar and place the scallions in it. Let them soak for a few minutes before you rinse them off in the sink. That way they’ll be ready to use when you take them out of the freezer. Lay the scallions flat on a cutting board and cut off the roots with a sharp knife. The roots are the white parts at the ends of the stalks. Then, bring the knife from one end of the stalks to the other, making swift cuts through the scallions every .25 inches (0.64 cm) or so. Use a baking sheet that can fit in your freezer. Line it with parchment paper so the scallions don't stick to the metal. Freezing the scallions on a baking sheet first will prevent them from clumping together in the freezer. After 3 hours, remove the baking sheet. It's OK if they’re not completely frozen yet. Open the bag and use a spatula to slide the scallion pieces off the baking sheet and into the bag. Once all the scallions are in the bag, use your hands to press excess air out from the bag and then seal it. Write the date on the plastic bag so you know how long the scallions have been frozen for. If you don't have a sealable freezer bag, put the scallions in an empty water bottle with the cap on instead. Frozen scallions lose their crunchy texture, so avoid putting them on salads or other recipes without cooking them first. To use your frozen scallions, simply remove them from the freezer bag and add them to the dish you’re cooking. Frozen scallions can last up to a year in the freezer. | Soak the scallions in 5 parts water and 1 part white vinegar, then rinse. Chop the scallions into small pieces. Spread the chopped scallions on a small, lined baking sheet. Put the baking sheet in the freezer for 3 hours. Transfer the scallions into a sealable freezer bag. Freeze the scallions until you’re ready to cook with them. |
You can counteract the negative impact of being a scapegoat by cultivating healthy relationships. Plus, when you spend time around people who treat you fairly, you will stop accepting anything less. Identify the relationships in your life in which you feel valued, encouraged, and supported. Make an effort to enrich these relationships by showing appreciation for these people and dedicating more of your time to them. Make new friendships through support groups, professional organizations, or interest groups in your community. Lean towards people who appear emotionally healthy and don't blame you for their problems. Keep in mind that it is possible that you do not know what a healthy relationship looks like. This may be something that you will need to work on and a therapist can help you to develop the ability to recognize healthy relationships. Boundaries are the limitations where one person ends and another begins. In scapegoating relationships, these lines are all blurred. Stop allowing yourself to be scapegoated by setting firm boundaries. For instance, you might say to your business partner, “I will no longer tolerate being treated this way. If you want to continue having me as a partner, you will need to stop blaming me for the business failing.” When your boundaries are violated and others try to put you back in the scapegoat role, speak out. Show them that you are unwilling to be the scapegoat by reasserting your boundaries. You might say to your scapegoating sibling, “No, I will not pay for your court fees. I told you that I will not be held responsible for your financial troubles.” Keep in mind that after changing your boundaries, people will likely test your boundaries. They may try hard to make you give in, but it is important to hold firm in your boundaries. If others refuses to respect your boundaries, you may have to make the tough choice to cut ties. Decide whether it is best to minimize contact or cut contact completely with the offenders. Estrangement is a painful reality, but it may be necessary to help yourself get unstuck from the role of scapegoat. If the scapegoating happens in your family, you might cut ties. If it's happening at your job, you might try to switch departments or transfer to a new employer. Work with your therapist to decide the best route for handling family members, partners or close friends who insist on blaming you. | Seek out positive, supportive relationships. Set personal boundaries. Speak up for yourself when you are scapegoated. Get distance from toxic people. |
Two fractions that are different but equivalent have, by definition, numerators and denominators that are multiples of each other. In other words, multiplying the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same number will produce an equivalent fraction. Though the numbers in the new fraction will be different, the fractions will have the same value. For instance, if we take the fraction 4/8 and multiply both the numerator and denominator by 2, we get (4×2)/(8×2) = 8/16. These two fractions are equivalent. (4×2)/(8×2) is essentially the same as 4/8 × 2/2 Remember that when multiplying two fractions, we multiply across, meaning numerator to numerator and denominator to denominator. Notice that 2/2 equals 1 when you carry out the division. Thus, it's easy to see why 4/8 and 8/16 are equivalent since multiplying 4/8 × (2/2) = 4/8 still. The same way it's fair to say that 4/8 = 8/16. Any given fraction has an infinite number of equivalent fractions. You can multiply the numerator and denominator by any whole number, no matter how large or small to obtain an equivalent fraction. Like multiplication, division can also be used to find a new fraction that's equivalent to your starting fraction. Simply divide the numerator and the denominator of a fraction by the same number to obtain an equivalent fraction. There is one caveat to this process--the resulting fraction must have whole numbers in both the numerator and denominator to be valid. For instance, let's look at 4/8 again. If, instead of multiplying, we divide both the numerator and denominator by 2, we get (4 ÷ 2)/(8 ÷ 2) = 2/4. 2 and 4 are both whole numbers, so this equivalent fraction is valid. | Multiply the numerator and denominator by the same number. Divide the numerator and denominator by the same number. |
Catching a moving bat can injure the bat and risk the bat biting or scratching you out of fear. Be patient and try not to make a lot of noise that scares the bat to encourage it to land. Catching a bat mid-flight can injure the bat or cause it to panic and attempt to bite you. Waiting for the bat to land provides you with the safest opportunity to catch it for both you and the bat. Once a bat lands and is stationary, use a bucket, box or similar container to trap the bat. Find a container with a larger inside diameter than the bat is taking up in its stationary position to avoid injuring the bat by crushing a wing or ear. Approach the bat slowly and quietly then quickly place the container over the bat so that it cannot escape. Slide a piece of cardboard or container lid under the container slowly and gently to enclose the bat within the container and lid. Carry the container outside and release the bat back into your yard. While it is preferable that you release a bat after nightfall, you should not keep the bat contained until then if you catch one during the day. Another viable way to catch the bat is to use a decent sized cloth or net to capture the bat once it has landed. Depending on the thickness of the cloth or net, this method may involve more direct contact with the bat. Approach the bat slowly with the cloth or net in front of you. Place the net or cloth over the bat rapidly to avoid giving it an opportunity to fly away. The net may trap the bat immediately. If you are using a cloth towel or blanket, place it over the bat, then gently wrap the bat up with it. Carry the bat outdoors while still in the net or cloth, then release it. It is better for the bat if you release it after nightfall, but you should not keep the bat contained until evening if you capture it during the day. | Wait for the bat to land. Use a small box or bucket to catch the bat. Catch the bat in a net or blanket. |
If you haven't already discussed the issues you’re facing, now is the time to talk with family members. This is particularly important for younger people, as parents may need to be involved per the school's policy. For adults, seeking advice from your spouse is often helpful in knowing what to do next. Most importantly, you should have an outlet, someone to talk to about how you’re feeling and what you’re experiencing. If your immediate authority figure, such as a teacher, isn't responsive to your issue; find someone who is. At school that might be a principal or a guidance counselor. In the workplace, if it's not your boss, it may be a human resources representative or another supervisor. Ideally you want to find someone in your organization who will support you and help to resolve any bullying issues. If you aren't able to resolve the issue within your organization, it may be time to seek help from local authorities. Call your local police station ahead of time to find out what information they need. They can give you a better idea as to what the procedure is and what steps will be taken once a report has been filed. | Seek help from family members. Consult with someone in your organization. Consider the local authorities. |
Ask for assistance from a dealer if necessary. When purchasing a handgun, you should take several factors into account, including: Decide on the intended use for the handgun. A range gun—or a gun primarily used for recreation at the gun range—is different than a concealed carry gun, or personal protection gun, which in turn might be different than a home defense gun. Virtually any handgun can be a range gun, no matter how large or impractical. Concealed carry guns should be smaller and lighter. Polymer frame guns and small steel frame guns are ideal. But keep in mind that the smaller and lighter the gun, the greater the recoil. Handguns for home defense can be larger than carry guns, because the user doesn't have to worry about being weighed down throughout the day. Just don't get anything so large you have to worry about overshooting—passing through wall—and hurting an innocent bystander. For most people, guns are expensive purchases. You’ll want to make sure that you like the way your gun feels and shoots before you commit to it. Some sporting goods stores and gun dealers have shooting ranges where you can “test drive” a gun you’re looking at. Save yourself some potential embarrassment and familiarize yourself with the reasons you wouldn't pass a background check. You will be required to submit to one before you can complete your purchase. Felons, illegal aliens, persons who admit to being addicted to drugs, servicemen who have received a dishonorable discharge, persons who have renounced their citizenship, persons under restraining orders, persons convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence, those adjudicated mentally ill, and fugitives are all prohibited from purchasing a handgun. Before you can buy a handgun, you’ll have to submit to a background check. The only thing that you’ll need for the background check is a Wisconsin driver's license or ID. Out of state licenses are not acceptable. The background check is conducted by the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ), acting as a middleman for the FBI. Typically, a background check will only take minutes, but it can take as long as five business days. An extra $13 charge is added to the purchase of the firearm for conducting the background check. Wisconsin limits gun sales to those who are 18 years of age or older. While there was at one time a 48 hour waiting period, this was repealed in 2015. | Select the handgun you wish to purchase. Try before you buy. Make sure you can pass a background check. Submit to a background check. |
You’ll need to choose three colors: one base color, one border color, and one fill color. Keep in mind that it is easiest to do a lighter base color and darker border/fill colors. The typical combination for realistic leopard spots is a yellow/blonde base color, a black border color, and a lighter pink, red, or brown fill color. Place your border and fill colors in their own individual cups or bowls. If the dye box has specific instructions for preparing your dyes, follow them at this time. Make sure to cut them flatly and evenly. For varying spot sizes, cut some of the celery thinner than others. You will be using this celery to make the actual spots. | Pick a color scheme. Prepare your dyes. Cut several sticks of celery at their thickest sections. |
In your youth, it's more excusable for you to behave recklessly or out of self interest. However, as you enter adulthood, a big part of your responsibility will involve thinking and acting rationally. Rational thought requires you to distinguish between thinking and feeling. A rational person exercises control over his or her emotions, and acts based on thoughts instead of feelings. Rational thought takes outside interests and moral concerns into consideration during the decision-making process. To act rationally, try taking a breather when you feel your emotions running high. Come back to the decision when you're calmer and more capable of thinking critically about the issue. Any time you exercise restraint based on thoughts and moral/ethical considerations, you are acting rationally. With practice, acting rationally can become more natural to your decision-making process. As you learn to live a more grown up adult life, a big part of your focus should be on how you interact with and treat the people around you. Your relationships - which includes friendships, familial ties, and romantic relationships - should be meaningful, balanced, and healthy for all parties involved. This can take a lot of work, but it's essential if you want to be happy and make the people closest to you happy. Whether dealing with friendships or romantic relationships, you should be able to interact with one another as independent individuals. Be willing to negotiate things so that everyone is happy. Every adult relationship requires you to give and take a little. The important thing is that everyone's needs are met. A balanced relationship involves giving and receiving love unconditionally. Your affection should not be dependent upon certain conditions or expectations. One of the things many people struggle with when it comes to entering adulthood is putting off things you want in favor of things you need to do. It's okay to spend some money on fun things when you have cash leftover, but you need to prioritize and take care of the essentials first. Identify your needs and your wants. You may have assumed that something was a necessity, but it's worth re-evaluating all of your expenses to see which items can be put on hold until you have extra spending money. Set up a budget and track your expenses. Make sure you're never spending more than your total income in a given month. Take care of essential expenses first. Before you spend money on anything else, make sure you have enough for rent, car payments, insurance, utilities, and groceries. Set aside an emergency fund. Whether you experience a medical emergency, a car maintenance problem, or need to replace a broken appliance, you'll be glad that you tucked away a little money every week instead of spending it all on pleasure purchases. Plan for medical expenses. Hopefully this isn't a pressing issue, but it's good to have a little money set aside for doctor's visits, prescription medications, and other health-related expenses. Dine in instead of going out. It costs far more to purchase prepared food than it does to buy the ingredients and make it at home, plus it's likely to be much healthier if you make it in your own kitchen. If you have money left over after taking care of your mandatory expenses and putting away money in savings, then you can treat yourself to something fun. Even if it's "leftover" money, though, it's important to continue living within your means and prioritizing how you spend that cash. One of the biggest aspects of being a grown up is taking control of the life you're living. In childhood and adolescence, your parents and family members may have been able to help you out in many different ways, but in adulthood you'll need to learn how to do things yourself. If there is some aspect of your life that you're not satisfied with (or that others have told you is problematic), be willing to address those issues. A grown up is capable of assessing her own life and making the changes necessary to lead a fulfilling and rewarding life. It's okay to ask for help from time to time, but as an adult you should be able to support yourself and sustain your life independent of other people. Recognize that no one can change your life but you. Though circumstances may limit how much you can change things, you need to be aware that you have the power to adapt and grow no matter what is happening around you. Start by making and striving towards goals, being independent, and taking responsibility for your actions or inactions. | Act more rationally. Develop meaningful, balanced relationships. Prioritize your needs over your desires. Take control of your life. |
Headshots are photographs of your head and shoulders. Actors are required to have both a headshot and resume when submitting for a role. Headshot used to be black and white, but the current expectation is that headshots are full-color. Make sure the picture is current and looks like you. If you age or change your hairstyle, you will need to get new headshots. Bring several different clothing options to the photoshoot and have pictures taken wearing different shirts. Don't wear distracting patterns or colors. Keep your outfit simple so the focus is on your face. An acting resume should include your contact information, body specifications, experience, training, and special skills. List your most recent roles first and work your way backward. Your name should be at the top of the resume and in the largest font. If you are a member of an acting union list the abbreviation for the union after your name. If you have an agent, they will give you a stamp to add to your resume to replace your personal contact information. List your height, weight, hair and eye color, and make sure that it is accurate. Never lie on your resume. Only list work you have actually completed. Find the auditions in your area and go to any which are offering a role you would fit. Auditioning itself is a good way to continue working on your skills. It is an opportunity to perform for influential casting directors and artistic directors. You can find auditions through postings like backstage.com, on the “call board” at the AEA office, or your agent can search and submit on your behalf. Be prepared to deal with a lot of rejection. There are any number of reasons you may not be the best fit for a particular role, and there are a lot of other actors looking to make it on Broadway. The competition is abundant and you will audition many times without being offered a role. Treat every audition seriously. Even if you are not a perfect match for this role you are auditioning for, you can impress the casting agent or artistic director who may then call you in for another role in the future. The best way for Broadway producers to see what you are capable of is to see you in action. Perform onstage off-Broadway and off-off-Broadway on your way to Broadway. Start making a name for yourself as a performer to get closer to Broadway. A bio, or biography, should consist of about four of five sentences and highlight your past work as an actor. It is a little blurb which allows the audience to learn more about you and your career. If you have a lot of acting credits, choose four or five of the top performances or roles, and mention that the ones listed are some of your favorite roles to date. Although you will be writing the bio yourself, you should use third person vernacular like “he” and “she.” List your achievements, credits and performance history using full sentences rather than a literal list. You can include your training, and some personal information to endear yourself to the reader. You can also list film and television credits in a theatrical bio. | Buy professional headshots. Build an acting resume. Go to auditions. Perform in plays and musicals. Write a bio for play programs. |
Not all plants can grow in every region. An area's temperature and climate factor greatly in the plant's chances of success. If you live in a northern region, for example, you'll have trouble growing a plant native to a tropical rainforest. When you pick out seeds to plant, do a little research to make sure the plant species does well in your area. If you have a greenhouse or plan to grow your plant indoors, you may be able to plant a seed even if the species is not native to your growing region. A good way to figure out what plants grow well in your area is to visit a local nursery and talk with an employee there. He or she will be able to help you pick out hardy seeds that have a great chance of germinating and growing into healthy plants. Some seeds are easy to plant in many growing regions and under a lot of different conditions. Look for "easy seeds," which are hardy and simple to grow for the beginning gardener. In the US, you can look up your USDA hardiness zone. Find a seed that grows well in your zone. The time of year you plant seeds is determined by both the plant's needs and your growing region. If you live in a place with long, cold winters, you may need to wait until mid-Spring to plant your seeds. If you live in a place that warms up early in the year, you can probably start earlier. Check your seed packet for information on how early to start your seeds. Starting seeds too early or late can prevent germination from occurring, so it's important to figure out the right time to plant to ensure success. If you are starting seeds indoors, you should keep in mind that most vegetable seeds need to be started at least two weeks before the last frost, and some as early as 2-3 months before the last frost. Even if you live in a cold area, you'll need to plan ahead to make sure you start your seeds in time for the growing season. Some seeds should be planted directly in the soil outside. Always research your specific seed and plant to understand how best to start it. Most seeds need similar growing conditions when they're first starting out. When the seeds sprout and grow into plants, they'll have more specific needs in terms of soil, sun, and temperature conditions. To get ready for planting seeds, you'll need the following supplies: Seed containers. Each seed will need 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) of space to germinate and take root. You can grow them all together in an open flat, or choose individual seed containers. Try making your own containers out of recycled yogurt cups or egg cartons. Seed growing medium. Seeds contain all the nutrients they need to germinate, so there's no need to use a growing medium that has been enriched with nutrients. Don't use potting soil, since it's too dense for fragile new roots to penetrate. Use a mix of vermiculite or perlite and either peat moss, coir, or compost. Nurseries sell bags of seed-starting mix if you don't want to make your own. Depending on what you are growing, you may need equipment to provide enough light and heat. Some seeds do much better with a heat mat under the soil, and many require overhead lighting. When considering grow lights, research what how much light a plant requires and how intense the lighting should be. | Select a type of plant that thrives in your growing region. Know what time of year to plant the seed. Get seed-starting supplies. |
Potential adopters will want to the kittens' history. If you have several kittens, you may want to give a photograph of each of them along with a short personality description. Keep track of important information in a file that you can give the adopter. Include this information: Birth date Medical history, including vaccinations and preventatives Surgeries, including spaying or neutering List skills, including whether the kittens are housetrained Ask your friends and family if they're interested in adopting the kittens. It may be easier to place the kittens if you find people you already trust. If no one's showing interest, begin asking coworkers or neighbors. You can also ask the veterinarian to recommend people who are looking to adopt kittens. Try to ask around in person before advertising. While social media makes it easy to advertise kittens, it may be harder to find a reliable, trustworthy person to take them. If someone who's not a friend or family wants to adopt your kittens, interview the person. Ask to meet in a public place and consider asking for references. The goal of the interview is to determine whether the person can be trusted with the kittens, whether the person can provide for them, and if the person will keep them for the long term. Consider asking these questions: How much are you willing to spend on your pets? Do you have a veterinarian? Do you have any other pets? If so, how long have you had them? Do you have children? If you rent, are you allowed to have pets? When they're older, will the cats have access to the outdoors? If so, do you have a fenced yard? While you may think it would be easier to simply give the kittens away for free, it's better to ask anywhere from $20 to $60 for them. This prevents untrustworthy people from just taking free kittens and abusing them or selling them to labs. The fee can also weed out people who aren't serious about adopting. You can either use the fee to pay for early veterinary care (shots, spay, or neuter). Or, you can waive the fee once you've found honest and reliable adopters. If all else fails and you can't find someone reliable to adopt the kittens, find an organization to take the kittens. A local animal shelter, humane society, or rescue organization may be able to take the kittens. Note that some may charge a small fee or may not be accepting kittens. Before you drop the cats off to an animal shelter, research whether it is a no-kill shelter. Some shelters may euthanize animals if they don't have enough space. | Gather information about the kittens. Find someone to adopt the kittens. Interview the potential adopter. Charge a small fee. Contact an animal organization. |
Rather than wallpapering the whole room, apply it to the sofa wall alone. The resulting background will reframe your seating area while adding a splash of color and texture. And, since it provides such a striking contrast, it can help break up the visual monotony of bigger rooms. Keep the design consistent with the palette you’ve picked out for the room, as well as its general energy. A coral and seafoam green chevron pattern will look out of place in a room with elegant Victorian decor, but will be right at home in one done up in colorful 1960s retro. Even if there's nothing behind it, it will add an air of chic mystery. A simple wood slat screen should be versatile enough for most homes, or you could go with an elaborately painted Chinese style to suit other exotic accessories. Be sure to unfold the screen so it will fit neatly behind the couch, unless you prefer to keep your seating pulled in closer to the center of the room. Update an uninspired screen with a fresh coat of paint or a DIY distressing job. A changing screen may be just the thing you need to conceal tangles of electronics cords near the wall outlet. For a no-fuss fix to your wall problem, all you need is a few coils of plastic stringer lights and a little imagination. Drive nails or push pins into the wall, then loop the lights around them in whatever configuration you find appealing. Colored lights are the more festive way to go, while white bulbs will be subtle enough to suit just about any space. Have fun with your stringer lights by twisting them into words or symbols. Naturally, string lights double as a source of illumination. Their soft glow can be perfect for when you want it dim but not too dark. Board-and-batten is an accenting technique that involves layering thin boards over an existing wall to give it added visual texture. The boards are arranged vertically or horizontally, or at intersecting angles for a latticed look. This unique design style can be a practical answer for those looking for a less conventional way to freshen up a sitting room wall. Board-and-batten is relatively inexpensive and simple to install if you know what you’re doing. If you’re not confident in your ability to tackle the project yourself, call a professional contractor to come in and do it right. | Use wallpaper to create a focal point. Set up a changing screen. Tack up some stringer lights. Try out a board-and-batten finish. |
Bake your brie without any honey, toppings, or puff pastry for 10 minutes. Take the brie out and spread some chunky cranberry sauce on top. Bake it for 5 more minutes. Before serving the brie, garnish it with some orange zest and a handful of chopped walnuts. You can also substitute the walnuts with pistachios or chopped up pecans. You can drizzle your baked brie with honey or maple syrup, and add toppings such as chopped pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, or pistachios. You can even spread some fruit jam or cranberry on top of the brie. Cut an apple into thin slices or wedges, and serve them alongside your baked brie. Sweet, tart, and crunchy apples work best with baked brie, but you can use any apple you like. You can also cut some figs into wedges and place them on top of the baked brie before serving. For a splash of color, serve the baked brie alongside a bunch of grapes. Plain crackers, such as watercress crackers, work the best, but you can also use savory and herbed crackers as well. Consider including a knife, so that the guests can spread the cheese onto the crackers. If you made a dip-able baked brie by cutting the top rind off, you will not need a knife. You can also serve the brie with sliced bread. Choose bread with a crunchy crust, such as French bread, and cut it into thin slices. Avoid using sliced sandwich bread. Baked brie makes a perfect, festive appetizer for parties during the cold, wintry months. The next time you plan on hosting (or attending) a Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Eve dinner, consider preparing some baked brie. You can store brie in the refrigerator for several days. If your baked brie needs to be reheated, make sure that it is room temperature first. Place your brie onto a baking sheet and cover it loosely with aluminum foil. Transfer the baking sheet into a preheated oven set to 350°F (177°C). Let it bake for 5 to 10 minutes, or until warm. | Consider making simple baked brie without anything and adding cranberry sauce at the end. Add some savory or sweet toppings. Add a little sweetness with apples, figs, or grapes. Serve the baked brie with crackers. Use the baked brie as an appetizer for your next party. Wrap the leftovers in plastic wrap or wax paper and store in the refrigerator. Reheat your baked brie if necessary. |
Start off your introduction by greeting your audience. Keep it short. All you need to do is say a few words to draw the attention to yourself and prompt your audience to listen. Say something simple like, “Good evening everyone.” If the audience may not know the title of your presentation, such as when there are multiple presenters, include it in your welcome. Tell the audience who you are and remind them of why you’re qualified to cover the subject in your presentation. Keep your qualifications brief and related to the topic. Say, “I’m Jamie Lannister, an assistant professor of history here at the university.” If you’re representing a group, name the group and briefly describe any group credentials relating to the presentation topic. If you’re introducing another speaker, focus on explaining their credentials instead of your own. If you have a personal anecdote, it can be a useful way to establish the speaker's credentials. It doesn't have to be long, and you don't have to know the speaker well. As long as it makes the speaker sound personable and accomplished, it’ll set the stage for them. For example, you can say, “20 years ago I met Dr. Stein and he became a good friend” or “Dr. Stein shared his ideas with me this morning and I guarantee you’ll love them.” If you don't have an anecdote or don't feel the need to use one, it's okay to skip this. Set the stage by mentioning the speaker's credentials and the benefits of their presentation. Devote most of your introduction to explaining what the topic is about. Give your audience a solid understanding of what to expect, but don't tell them all the details they’ll hear later. For example, you can open with a question like, “How many of you have felt nervous when giving a presentation?” You can simply say, “Today I’m going to talk to you about giving a presentation,” but this seems boring. It's useful when you’re short on time or in a very formal setting. the audience what they’ll gain by listening. Think of the message you want to convey to your listeners. It's okay to promise that they’ll gain useful knowledge from the presentation. Saying this aloud shows the audience that there's an incentive for paying attention. You might say, “Using these strategies I’m about to show you, you’ll be happier and more productive no matter what job you do.” If the presentation allows for questions, indicate when it's acceptable for the audience to ask questions. This depends on the presentation and environment. Questions can be disruptive and you’ll usually want to hold them off until later if possible. You can say, “At the end of the presentation I’ll be available to answer any questions you have.” In some environments, such as business meetings, questions normally happen throughout the presentation. You won't need to mention it in your introduction. At the end of your introduction, immediately transition to the first point you wish to discuss. You can indicate this with specific words and phrases like “first” or “I will begin.” The transition shouldn't be longer than a single sentence. For example, say, “The first strategy I’d like to talk about today is active listening.” | Welcome your audience to the presentation. Introduce yourself and your credentials. Mention how you know the speaker if you’re introducing someone else. State the purpose of the presentation. Tell Briefly state how you’ll deal with questions. Use transition words to shift to the rest of your presentation. |
A linear algebraic equation is nice and simple, containing only constants and variables to the first degree (no exponents or fancy stuff). To solve it, simply use multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction when necessary to isolate the variable and solve for "x". Here's how you do it: 4x + 16 = 25 -3x = 4x = 25 -16 - 3x 4x + 3x = 25 -16 = 7x = 9 7x/7 = 9/7 = x = 9/7 If the equation has exponents, then all you have to do is find a way to isolate the exponent on one side of the equation and then to solve by "removing" the exponent by finding the root of both the exponent and the constant on the other side. Here's how you do it: 2x2 + 12 = 44 First, subtract 12 from both sides. 2x2 + 12 -12 = 44 -12 = 2x2 = 32 Next, divide both sides by 2. 2x2/2 = 32/2 = x2 = 16 Solve by taking the square root of both sides, since that will turn x2 into x. √x2 = √16 = State both answers:x = 4, -4 If you want to solve an algebraic expression that uses fractions, then you have to cross multiply the fractions, combine like terms, and then isolate the variable. Here's how you would do it: (x + 3)/6 = 2/3 First, cross multiply to get rid of the fraction. You have to multiply the numerator of one fraction by the denominator of the other. (x + 3) x 3 = 2 x 6 = 3x + 9 = 12 Now, combine like terms. Combine the constant terms, 9 and 12, by subtracting 9 from both sides. 3x + 9 - 9 = 12 - 9 = 3x = 3 Isolate the variable, x, by dividing both sides by 3 and you've got your answer. 3x/3 = 3/3 = x =1 If you're working with an algebraic expression with radical signs, all you have to do is find a way to square both sides so you can "get rid" of the radical sign and solve for the variable. Here's how you do it: √(2x+9) - 5 = 0 First, move everything that isn't under the radical sign to the other side of the equation: √(2x+9) = 5 Then, square both sides to remove the radical: (√(2x+9))2 = 52 = 2x + 9 = 25 Now, solve the equation as you normally would by combining the constants and isolating the variable: 2x = 25 - 9 = 2x = 16 x = 8 The absolute value of a number represents its value regardless of whether it is positive or negative; the absolute value is always positive. So, for example, the absolute value of -3 (also known as |3|), is simply 3. To find the absolute value, you have to isolate the absolute value and then solve for x twice, solving both for x with the absolute value simply removed, and for x when the terms on the other side of the equals sign have changed their signs from positive to negative and vice versa. Here's how to do it: Here's how you solve for the absolute value by isolating the absolute value and then removing it: |4x +2| - 6 = 8 = |4x +2| = 8 + 6 = |4x +2| = 14 = 4x + 2 = 14 = 4x = 12 x = 3 Now, solve again by flipping the sign of the term on the other side of the equation after you've isolated the absolute value: |4x +2| = 14 = 4x + 2 = -14 4x = -14 -2 4x = -16 4x/4 = -16/4 = x = -4 Now, just state both answers: x = -4, 3 | Solve a basic linear algebraic equation. Solve an algebraic equation with exponents. Solve an algebraic expression with fractions. Solve an algebraic expression with radical signs. Solve an algebraic expression that contains absolute value. |
To prevent mistakes while painting your plate, sketch your design out or practice your technique on paper first. Basic, simple designs will be easier to paint, while more intricate designs may take more time. Choose a design you're comfortable with. Lightly trace the stencil with a pencil to guide you when you paint. You can find stencils with words or messages on them at craft stores or art supply stores. Or, create your own words or phrases using single letter stencils. If your stencil letters are narrow, you'll need a paintbrush with a fine tip or a ceramic paint pen to fill them in. Create stripes using painter's tape. You can also try a polka dot or square pattern. If you'd rather not paint your design freehand, use a stencil to create a pattern of shapes. Shape stencils can be used to create patterns of stars, arrows, hearts, flowers, or diamonds. On a palette or plate, briefly stir a few dabs of paint in different colors together using the other end of your paintbrush. See what the colors look like when mixed and choose a combination for your plates. Pairing bold colors like blue, yellow and red will create a pop art design. Dip a wet paintbrush in paint and flick the bristles gently at a large piece of paper to see the effects. This design can get messy, but your plates will look artsy and fun. Start with one color first, then choose another to splatter on top. Different splatter colors add even more texture and interest. | Sketch or practice your design on paper first. Use stencil letters to trace a message onto your plates. Create a geometric pattern of dots or shapes. Experiment with different colors for an interesting layered design. Splatter paint with a wet brush for an abstract, textured look. |
The Deep Image Prior is a fascinating recent approach for recovering images which appear natural, yet is not fully understood.This work aims at shedding some further light on this approach by investigating the properties of the early outputs of the DIP.First, we show that these early iterations demonstrate invariance to adversarial perturbations by classifying progressive DIP outputs and using a novel saliency map approach.Next we explore using DIP as a defence against adversaries, showing good potential.Finally, we examine the adversarial invariancy of the early DIP outputs, and hypothesize that these outputs may remove non-robust image features.By comparing classification confidence values we show some evidence confirming this hypothesis. | We investigate properties of the recently introduced Deep Image Prior (Ulyanov et al, 2017) |
Eating too much salt can cause your body to retain water, adding unwanted pounds and making you feel bloated. To lose water weight, resist the urge to add salt to your food. Cut back on high-sodium foods and beverages such as processed meats, salted snack foods like chips and nuts, and sports drinks. You can avoid many hidden sources of sodium by cooking your own meals from fresh, unprocessed ingredients. When you cook, try replacing salt with other flavorful seasonings, like black pepper or garlic. Eating more potassium-rich foods, like bananas, tomatoes, and sweet potatoes, can also help you flush excess salt out of your body. Eating a lot of simple carbohydrates causes you to retain more water. This is the reason that many people experience rapid weight loss when they first switch to a low-carb diet. To quickly shed water weight, try cutting back on high-carb snacks like white bread and pasta, baked goods, and potatoes. Try replacing high-carb foods in your diet with fruits and vegetables that are high in fiber, like berries, beans, and leafy greens. Going on a very low or no-carb diet for more than a few months can be bad for your health. Talk to your doctor about safe ways to adjust your carbohydrate intake. It may seem counterintuitive, but staying hydrated will make your body less likely to hold onto excess fluids. Most adults should drink 8–10 cups (1.9–2.4 L) of water per day in order to stay healthy and hydrated and prevent fluid retention. However, you will likely need to drink even more water if: You exercise a lot You’re in a hot environment You’re pregnant or nursing You’re sick, especially if you have vomiting or diarrhea You’re on a high-fiber or high-protein diet Water isn't the only good source of hydration for your body. You can also help flush out excess fluids by eating water-rich fruits and vegetables, such as melons, strawberries, and leafy greens. Low-sodium soups or broths are also good options. Exercising can flush excess fluid and sodium out of your body, helping you lose water weight quickly. Break a sweat by doing some cardio, such as biking, running, or brisk walking. High-intensity workouts, like circuit training, are a great way to get rid of excess fluid and sodium. Just make sure to drink plenty of water during workouts. If you get dehydrated, you’ll end up retaining more water! If you tend to retain a lot of fluid or gain water weight easily, talk to your doctor. They can help you figure out the source of the problem and treat it appropriately. Depending on how much water you’re retaining and what's causing it, they may recommend medications or supplements to help you shed the excess fluids and water weight. Common treatments for fluid retention include magnesium supplements and diuretics (“water pills”). If you gain more than 2 pounds (0.91 kg) in a day or 4 pounds (1.8 kg) in a week, call your doctor right away. Other signs of excess water retention can include swelling in your hands or feet, shortness of breath, coughing, nausea, and feeling full after eating only a small amount. | Limit your sodium intake to minimize water retention. Cut back on carbs to shed water weight fast. Drink more water to flush excess fluids out. Eat hydrating foods to get more water. Get some exercise to break a sweat. Talk to your doctor about using diuretic medications. |
Soak a cotton ball with nail polish remover and gently rub the cotton ball on the surface of the nail. Keep rubbing until you see that the polish is completely removed. You may need to use a bit of pressure to remove the polish entirely. Grab a bowl or plastic container large enough to place both of your feet inside. Fill it with warm water, taking care that it is not too hot that you could burn yourself. Stir in a cup of Epsom salts, which can be obtained at any grocery store in your area. Take a minute to enjoy the warmth of the water on your feet and relax. A pumice stone is used to gently slough off rough spots, making your feet nice and soft. Hold it firmly in one hand and use your free hand to hold your foot. Rub the pumice stone gently in one direction over any rough spots or calluses. You can use some pressure but it is not necessary to use a lot; the surface of the stone will take care of removing the rough skin. When finished with the pumice stone, rub your favorite softening lotion into your feet and legs to create soft, silky skin. Squirt a quarter-sized amount of lotion into the palm of your hands, then rub your hands together and begin applying the lotion to your legs. Rub your skin until the lotion has absorbed into the skin. Use a cuticle trimmer to cut off hangnails and dead skin around the beds of the nails. A cuticle trimmer will allow you to eliminate the dead skin without damaging the live tissue. Use with caution, as these are very sharp tools. Snip hangnails, which are the bits of dead skin that hang off the area of skin close the bed of the nail. Cut as close to the base of the hangnail as possible without damaging the live skin. Trim any cuticles that are beginning to lift away from the nail bed. These are generally lighter in color than your natural skin and can be easily noticeable. Be careful not to cut too deep with the cuticle trimmer, as you could end up bleeding. If this happens, put pressure on the area for a few minutes and and apply a bandage. | Remove any existing nail polish. Soak your feet in hot water. Use a pumice stone. Rub lotion into your feet. Trim the cuticles. |
Latex paint is one of the best choices for furniture, due to its resilient finish. It has a sleek, chalky look that sits well on top of primer and provides excellent coverage. You’ll get equally attractive results using either an oil or water-based paint. A single gallon of paint should be more than enough to redo even the largest dresser or chest of drawers. It's important to keep your layers consistent—don't use an oil-based paint over a water-based paint or primer, or vice versa. Paint with long, linear strokes from one side of the piece to the other. Complete the faces, frame, and drawers individually. That way, you’ll be able to give each your full attention and avoid oversights and inconsistencies. Be sure to stir the paint thoroughly with a stir stick or wooden dowel or to ensure that it's properly mixed. If you’re using a roller, fill a disposable paint tray with just enough paint to cover one side of the dresser at a time. This will keep the rest of the paint from drying out while you work. Once you've added a new layer of color to the frame, move onto the individual drawers. Since dresser drawers have so many edges, angles, and curves, it's important to paint every part of them that will be visible when they're open. This includes the sidewalls and backside of the face. A handheld brush will give you the most control over where to place a fresh coat of paint. Consider painting the entire drawer inside and out to make it look like a more natural fit for the updated dresser. After you’ve covered the entire dresser, you’ll need to give the paint time to begin hardening before you can follow up with a second coat. Leave the piece uncovered and avoid handling it while it's wet. Exact drying times will vary depending on the type of paint you’re working with, so always refer to the manufacturer's instructions. Keep the doors and windows to your work area shut if it's raining or especially humid outside. Excess moisture can make drying take longer and even impact the look of the finish. For the sake of convenience, it may be easiest to finish up the first coat in the morning and start the second coat in the later afternoon or evening. That way, it will be able to dry overnight. Allow the first coat to dry completely, then repeat the painting process with a second coat. For a more assertive color, you can even add a third or fourth coat. Keep in mind that each subsequent coat will require 2-4 hours of drying time. Go back over every area you painted the first time around, rather than just hitting the broad strokes. | Use a latex paint formulated for indoor use. Roll or brush the first coat of paint onto the dresser. Paint the drawers separately. Give the first coat 2-4 hours to dry. Layer on additional coats of paint. |
One way to beautify your home is to plant trees or flowers around your house to add to the landscape. You don't need to go all-out with an ornate display. A bed of brightly-colored flowers, or some small bushes, can really enhance the natural beauty of your home. Aside from looking good, plants take in carbon dioxide from the air and expel oxygen, making for a more breathable atmosphere. Be sure to trim branches from bushes and trees if they begin to obstruct public walkways and paths. Longer grass doesn't look good on a lawn, so help out the neighborhood by keeping yours neat and trim. Use a lawnmower regularly to keep your grass from getting too long, and trim the sides with an edger. Good lawn work will also involve pulling out weeds and take care of ugly brown patches. Don't ignore those parts of lawn care. In most towns, property owners are responsible for keeping the sidewalks clean and clear. Make sure you clean up any debris so people can walk easily in front of your home. During the winter, it is important to keep the sidewalk in front of your home clear of snow. Many municipalities, especially cities, will fine property owners who do not keep their sidewalks clean and clear. A little bit of effort on your part will not only help your neighborhood clean, but prevent you from having to pay a fine. The point of storm drains is to gather run-off from rainwater to prevent flooding and keep that water in local waterways. Make sure trash and other debris doesn't get caught in the drain. You don't want those items clogging the drain, preventing better flow, or flowing into local rivers and streams. Here are some other ways to keep them clean: When putting your trash and recycling out, make sure that the lids are on tightly and that they won't get knocked over. Don't blow or rake leaves and lawn clippings into the street. Avoid using salt or sand on your driveway. When the snow thaws, the sand and salt will slow into the storm drain and pollute the waterways. Avoid using fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides on your lawns. When it rains, these can flow into the storm drain too. | Add plants. Mow your lawn. Maintain your sidewalks. Keep your storm drains clear. |
In some cases, puffy cheeks may indicate a medical condition that requires treatment. If you’re already at a healthy weight and nothing seems to help reduce the puffiness in your cheeks, make an appointment with a doctor. For example, your doctor may want to check you for the mumps since this condition causes your cheeks to look puffy. If you’re taking a prescription of over-the-counter medication regularly, this might be contributing to puffy cheeks. Check with your doctor to see if this if a possibility and if there are any alternative medications you can try. For example, oxycodone can cause a reaction that makes your face and extremities swell up. Although this is rare, it's worth looking into if you’re taking this medication. This is an extreme option for excess weight in your cheeks, but you might consider it if nothing's helping and the excess weight bothers you. You can ask your primary care physician for a referral to a plastic surgeon or find an experienced plastic surgeon on your own. | Ask your doctor to check for underlying conditions. Check to see if your medications might cause puffy cheeks. Look into plastic surgery if other strategies don’t help. |
Ensure that you do not eat solid food. Eliminating solid food is thought to help your body to focus on flushing the toxins out rather than digesting what comes in. While this might be challenging, the whole point of the juice cleanse is to give your kidneys some time to rest. Some people suggest sticking to only one juice during your cleanse, while others say drinking several different juices throughout the day is more healthy. This is a decision you need to make for yourself. Consider: If you do decide to go with just one type of juice, make sure to review if that juice is appropriate for a prolonged amount of time. By drinking different fruit and vegetable juices, you will come closer to getting your required amounts of nutrients and vitamins. By sticking to one juice, you might save money and you might save time by being able to prepare more juice at one time. Your juices should be fresh and free of additives and preservatives. The diuretic properties of watermelon may aid in producing more urine. This helps in the removal of more wastes from your body. Watermelon may help to wash away toxins in your kidneys as it is high in potassium. Juice two cups of watermelon. Add a teaspoon of lime juice. You can drink the juice two or three times a day. Some people prefer watermelon juice as their sole juice. Lemon juice may be very effective in cleansing your kidneys. The citric content in lemons may reduce the level of calcium in your urine, thereby reducing the risk of kidney stones. Juice a small lemon. Add it to a cup of warm water. Drink it in the morning on an empty stomach. Radish juice may prevent the formation of kidney stones and is thought to be able to remove existing kidney stones. The diuretic properties of radish may help kidneys to effectively process waste and improve urine flow. Take a cup of radish pieces and put them in a juicer. After extracting the juice, you may add some honey to taste. Drink this juice once a day. Consider blackcurrant juice as part of your juice mix during your cleanse. Blackcurrant juice may aid in treating uric acid stones. The alkalizing effect of blackcurrant may aid in acidifying urine and treating urinary tract infections. You’ll only want to drink this once a day. Carrot juice is a great all-around juice for your cleanse. The carotene content in carrot may aid in preventing kidney stone formation. It is also rich in other vitamins and nutrients that will help you. Take three carrots and wash them thoroughly in running water. Cut them and juice them well. Add water to liquefy the juice before you drink. Drink this mixture once a day. If you're going to rely on carrot juice as your sole juice, consider mixing up your recipes and adding celery, kale, or other vegetables for important vitamins and nutrients. The diuretic properties of cucumber may aid in flushing uric acid. As a result, cucumber juice will help dissolve kidney stones and improve overall kidney health. Keep the skin on if it was grown organically (but make sure you wash it), remove it if it was not. Take three to four cups of cucumber pieces and juice them. Drink this juice once or twice a day. Grapes are rich in potassium, which ensures that toxin-free blood is passed through the kidneys. Grape juice is also readily available in many types of varieties, and buying store-bought grape juice might save you time and money. Don't rely on grape juice as a single juice cleanse, but drink it perhaps once a day or every other day. Those on a dialysis are not supposed to have foods rich in potassium, so avoid grape juice if this is the case. If you’re going to be drinking store-bought grape juice, make sure to get juice that is free from refined sugars and other additives. Feel free to experiment with different varieties of grapes. Parsley contains a number of nutrients and vitamins that will aid in your cleanse. Specifically, parsley is rich in apiol and myristicin and will help increase urine production and may aid in flushing out germs through the urine, thereby cleansing your kidneys.Try drinking parsley juice once a day. Take a handful of parsley leaves, clean them well and add two glasses of water. Boil the parsley and water mix for roughly 10 minutes. Filter the liquid and drink once a day. Wheatgrass is a rich source of alkaline minerals, which means that the juice may help to cleanse your kidneys. It is thought to flush out toxic metals including cadmium and mercury. Try drinking wheatgrass juice once or twice a day. Juice a handful of wheatgrass. Add water to dilute the juice if you like. To enhance the taste, juice a few pieces of apple along with the wheatgrass. | Limit your intake of solids. Decide if you want to mix juices or just use one. Cleanse with watermelon juice. Drink lemon juice. Try drinking radish juice. Try blackcurrant juice. Up your intake of carrot juice. Consume cucumber juice. Drink grape juice. Try drinking parsley juice. Add wheatgrass juice. |
From healthcare professionals to educators, each profession has its own ethics codes on confidentiality. Furthermore, laws that govern confidentiality vary by location, and industries are regulated in different ways. While ethical and legal obligations can get complicated, not knowing them won't be an excuse if you accidentally breach them. Your employer or professional organization should provide resources on ethical and legal compliance. If you’re not sure about a situation that could lead to a potential ethical or legal pitfall, don't do anything without doing your homework. Consult your profession's code of ethics, look up applicable local or federal laws, get advice from a trusted colleague (without disclosing private information), or contact your professional organization. If you handle confidential information for a client or patient, you’re most likely ethically or legally bound to make sure they understand their privacy rights. Tell them what information is recorded, how it's stored and for how long, and how it's used. Ask them if they have any questions about how information such as medical or legal records are stored and used. Additionally, inform them of the limitations of their right to privacy. For instance, if you’re a therapist, inform your patient that you’re obligated to report if they threaten to harm themselves or others. When 2 laws interact, 1 takes precedence over the other. In general, comply with the law that offers stricter privacy protections for a patient or client. Suppose you’re a psychologist in New Hampshire and you’ve received a subpoena requesting information about a patient. New Hampshire (NH) state law and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) both govern how providers handle patient records, but vary when it comes to disclosing patient records to legal authorities. Since NH law requires a court order or patient consent, rather than a subpoena alone, it offers stricter protection than HIPAA. In this case, you’d be breaking the law if you complied with the subpoena. Make sure any other entities that you do business with understand privacy laws that regulate your industry. Check their history of compliance, and steer clear if you find any violations in their history. For instance, suppose you’re a doctor or counselor running a private practice. Research all associates you hire or services you retain, including billing specialists, medical staff, insurers, labs, and internet service providers. If someone on staff or a service you use mishandles confidential information, your practice could lose its reputation and suffer legal consequences. Sometimes, you’re legally obligated to disclose information that would otherwise be confidential. For instance, if you’re a healthcare professional, you’re required to contact the authorities if a patient tells you they plan on harming themselves or others. Failure to do so could land you in legal trouble and jeopardize your professional certification. Additionally, patient or client records might be requested by subpoena, court order, or warrant. If necessary, disclose only the information specified in the legal demand. For instance, if a court order requests information about a specific injury, don't disclose records about an illness they had as a child. Keep in mind that attorney-client privilege takes precedence over legal demands, such as a discovery request or ordering a lawyer to testify under oath. | Familiarize yourself with your specific legal and ethical requirements. Inform clients and patients how their information is used. Comply with the more stringent law when 2 privacy laws interact. Discuss legal compliance with any third-party associates. Obey mandatory reporting laws. |
All the star-selling services provide you the chance to name your star and get a personalized, matted certificate with your star's customized name on it. But some services offer more. Other potential options include: star charts engraved zodiac pendants stickers apps keychains online access to live telescope streams an option to launch your star name and message into space You can choose any name you want for the star; name it after yourself, your loved one, your favorite band, or anything else you desire. The star's name may not be changed once it's decided. Be as creative as you want when choosing the name. Fill out the necessary paperwork. You'll need to include the name of the star as well as your name, address and billing information. If there are special spellings in your designated star name, make sure they are clearly indicated. If you have special directions for your star purchase that you want reflected in the final certificate (for instance, a star named in memoriam), indicate them on the order form. If you know the coordinates of a specific star you want to have named, contact the company to see if it's available. Try your coordinates with different companies, since each has its own database of available, unnamed stars. If you're buying a star for a loved one, you'll want to maximize the romance by carefully picking the time and place you unveil your gift. Typically, you'll want to give him or her the star certificate and related materials on an anniversary, Valentine's Day, or a birthday. Once you order your package, the certificate, astrological chart, and whatever else you chose to purchase will arrive in the mail. If you named the star after a friend or loved one, be sure to surprise them at an appropriate time with the gift. If you named the star for yourself, share it with your friends and family. They will surely be curious and impressed. If possible, find your star in the night sky with a telescope. Online virtual telescopes like SkyView are great for locating stars with specific coordinates. For something more robust, you could download the program Cartes du Ciel, a virtual star chart. | Choose your package. Pick a name for your star. Place your order. Choose the occasion. Receive your shipment. |
Whether you are competing in a doubles or singles tennis tournament, it is important to begin mental and physical preparation well before your competition day. Eliminate distractions that will take your focus away from the competition and work on your skills with a coach or friend. Identify your weaknesses and search online for drills that will help turn these weaknesses into strengths before the tournament. Work on your volleying, footwork, and stamina in the weeks before your competition. Give your body time to digest and store your food as energy by eating a vegetable, fruit, and carbohydrate-based meal well before the competition. Bring snacks, like fruit, a small lunch, and plenty of your own water or sports drinks if you are playing more than one match in a day. Good meal options before a tennis tournament include a banana with oatmeal, a fruit smoothie containing strawberries and bananas with a protein supplement, or a whole grain piece of toast topped with jam and an assortment of nuts. A week before the tournament, assess what gear you do not already have. Consider purchasing new gear, like a racquet or tennis shoes, if what you have is worn out or old. Assemble your gear, including comfortable clothes, tennis shoes, and a racquet, and place them in a bag so that you won't forget anything. Tennis clothing should fit comfortably and be breathable to limit sweating. Cotton shirts will keep you cool if it is hot out, and provide warmth if you are playing in the cold. Tennis shorts can be purchased at any sporting goods store and are specific to the sport, preventing the buildup of moisture while looking professional. Headbands and wristbands are important to keep sweat out of your eyes and off of your hands while playing. Proper tennis shoes are an important investment and should always be worn with moisture resistant sports socks. Bring a towel to wipe the sweat from your face and arms in between play. If the tournament does not supply tennis balls, bring your own for the match and for warming up. Before your first match, it is important to warm up properly to avoid injury and prepare your body for the competition. Go for a five minute jog before your match to loosen your muscles and increase your heart rate. Stretch your major muscles groups, like your quads and back muscles, before the match to increase flexibility and help avoid injury. Practice static stretching of all your major muscle groups, including your quads, hamstrings, upper and lower back, and chest muscles for five minutes after a cardio warmup. It is easy to get nervous on the day of a tennis tournament, but nerves will only get in the way of you winning. Picture yourself winning the tennis match, going through each set and seeing yourself succeed. This visualization will calm your nerves and help you stay confident in the moments before the match starts. In the days leading up to your match, visualize your success before falling asleep and before practice to get used to this kind of thinking. | Start practicing two weeks before the tournament. Eat a balanced meal two hours before the competition. Bring all the necessary tennis gear to the match. Arrive at least thirty minutes early to warm up. Visualize your success to calm yourself. |
Hay is the most important part of your rabbit's diet. It has many benefits. For example, hay has fiber, which helps move waste through your rabbit's intestines and prevent intestinal stasis (‘gut stasis’). Hay also gives your rabbit something to chew on, which helps him keep his teeth filed down. In addition, hay can keep your rabbit entertained, since he can sift through it and move it around his enclosure. Grass hay (e.g., timothy, oat) is higher in fiber than alfalfa or clover hays, and is thus the ideal type of hay to feed your rabbit. Alfalfa and clover hays are high in protein and calcium, which can lead to kidney and bladder problems in older rabbits. Good quality hay is green and fragrant, and is free of mold and dust. Consider buying your hay from your local feed store. Compared with the hay at a pet store, hay at a feed store will likely be fresher and contain more of the nutrients your rabbit needs. Pellets should only make up a small amount of your rabbit's diet. They are high calorie and low fiber which leads to obesity and overgrown teeth. Give extruded pellets only (each kibble looks the same) rather than muesli type diets (as these encourage selective eating of the tastier, low calcium components). Each day, give your rabbit about one ounce per pound they weigh. If your rabbit is addicted to pellets and won't eat hay, then make a gradual change over by cutting back on the pellets and making sure they have access to sweet, green hay. Pellets should be approximately 18% to 20% crude fiber, 14% to 16% protein, and 1% each of fat and calcium. The pellets you feed your rabbit should be timothy-based, rather than alfalfa-based. Avoid pellets sold through feed stores or markets that are not in sealed packaging. Exposure to the air degrades the vitamins and makes for reduced nutrition. Ideally, buy the smallest sealed bag of food possible since a large bag once opened will start to degrade. Fresh vegetables keep your rabbit's intestines well hydrated, which helps with overall digestion. There are many vegetables that you can feed your rabbit, including celery, collard greens, green peppers, and radish tops. Vegetables with high levels of vitamin A, such as broccoli, carrots, and mustard greens, are especially important to feed your rabbit. There is often a concern that feeding vegetables gives rabbits diarrhea. This would mainly occur if you introduce multiple vegetable types to your rabbit's diet simultaneously, rather than one at a time. Starchy vegetables, such as carrots, should be fed in moderation. Fresh fruits are also good additions to your rabbit's diet, but should be fed only as treats, due to their high sugar content. A constant supply of fresh, clean water is essential to keeping your rabbit's intestines well hydrated. Without enough water, intestinal contents can become very dry and get stuck. This can lead to gut stasis, which could be life threatening if not treated immediately. Be aware that your rabbit may continue to look well-hydrated on the outside, even when his intestines are not. If your rabbit has not passed feces in 12 to 24 hours, his intestines are likely dehydrated — call your veterinarian immediately. There are several foods that you should never feed your rabbit, including chocolate, pasta, and yogurt. Seeds, cookies, and crackers, and high-fiber cereals are also off-limits to your rabbit. These foods can cause a dangerous buildup of "bad" bacteria in your rabbit's gut, leading to a serious condition called enterotoxemia. They can also cause fatty liver disease and contribute to obesity. Avoid feeding corn to your rabbit. Because rabbits cannot digest corn hulls, feeding your rabbit corn could lead to life-threatening intestinal blockage. | Provide your rabbit with hay. Include pellets in your rabbit’s diet, in moderation. Feed your rabbit fresh vegetables. Give your rabbit fresh, clean water. Learn what not to feed your rabbit. |
If your burn is white or charred and oozing clear liquid, you may be suffering from a severe burn. Other signs of a severe burn are blistering and sweating. All chemical and electrical burns should be immediately checked out by a doctor, regardless of how serious they might look. If the person has a weakened immune system or another medical condition like diabetes, call for help. Similarly, if they are over the age of 60 or under 5, they should get immediate attention. While you wait for emergency care, try to reduce the damage of the burn. You can use a shower, hose, or sink. Alternatively, you can fill a cup of water and pour it over the wound. Keep the burn cool for up to 20 minutes to prevent more damage. Do not use ice or ice water to cool down burns as the cold temperature could cause more damage. Similarly, avoid using butter, oils, or lotions on the skin immediately following a burn. Do not wrap the film tightly around the burn. Just place a single layer over the skin. This will protect the burn until you can get medical care, and it won't peel the skin off when you remove it. While it may make you feel better to lie down, it is better to sit up until you can get medical attention, especially if your eyelids are burned. Signs of shock include sweating, cold clammy skin, rapid or shallow breathing, weakness, and dizziness. Drape a blanket over yourself or put a sweater on while you wait for care. Debriding is the process of removing damaged tissue from the burn so that it can heal more effectively. To debride a facial burn, doctors may use a water jet tool to gently remove the burned tissue. In some cases, doctors may debride the wound by cutting away the burned tissue. Debriding can be a painful procedure. You'll need pain medication to help you manage the pain. In some cases, your doctor may recommend surgery to reduce scarring or to graft skin onto the wound to help it heal. You may need to undergo separate surgeries for each region of your face (such as your cheeks, eyes, forehead, nose, and chin). Your doctor will discuss the best course of action for you. Skin grafting is a procedure in which the surgeon will remove healthy skin from one part of your body and apply it over the wound. The skin will grow over the wound to help treat it. You will need to undergo anesthesia for surgery. Recovery times can vary based on the severity of the burn and the type of surgery done. It can take between 12-24 months for you to recover completely. Severe burns or burns that cover large parts of your face may require the use of a face mask. You would wear this mask for 18-20 hours a day for between 8 months and 2 years. The mask helps your face heal with minimal scarring by keeping your skin as flat as possible while healing. You may be required to stay in the hospital while you wear the mask and recover. | Call for immediate medical attention. Cool down the burn by running your face under cool water. Place a layer of cling film or plastic wrap over the burn. Sit up as long as possible to reduce swelling. Keep yourself warm if you start going into shock. Get the burn debrided by a doctor. Undergo reconstructive surgery if needed. Discuss whether a face mask is necessary with your doctor. |
You may feel discouraged about life and how things are going at home or at school. It might feel like it’ll never end and you’ll be miserable forever. Luckily, that's not the case. There is a light at the end of the tunnel, and you won't be bound by circumstances forever. Having a good attitude will help you get through many of life's difficulties, and having a positive outlook is associated with lower rates of distress and having a longer lifespan. Do your best to see the positives around you and spend more time focusing on those things instead of the negative things. Maybe you feel unsupported by your family. Reach out to your friends for support. Find friends you can talk to and express how you feel. Spend time with friends outside of school. If you don't enjoy being at your house, ask to go to your friend's house after school. Do what you can to surround yourself with people that care about you. After all, having friends is an important part of emotional health and happiness. You can join clubs or activities at school such as theater, debate team, math team, and sports teams. Maybe you want to spend less time at school, so you can join a dance class or start rock climbing. Check out activities through a religious organization that you find interesting. Start volunteering at a nursing home or shelter for animals. Do what you can do get involved, meet people, and have fun. This can mean asking a guidance counselor or therapist for help. You may be able to see a guidance counselor at school. If you attend university, your university will have a student health center and a student mental health center, and will likely offer free counseling services. | Have a positive attitude. Lean on your friends. Get involved in activities. Reach out for help. |
. Within four weeks of infection, 80% of people will exhibit flu-like symptoms, which most commonly include fever, sore throat, severe headaches, and a body rash. Less common symptoms include fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, ulcers in the mouth or on the genitals, muscle and joint pain, nausea and vomiting, and night sweats. If not treated during early-stage symptoms, the virus (HIV) will progress to immune deficiency (AIDS). These late stage-symptoms include rapid weight loss, recurring fevers, recurring sores in the mouth and on the genitals and anus, pneumonia, and chronic fatigue. . If you suspect that you or your partner have been infected, don't wait for symptoms to surface to get tested, as some people might not ever show early-stage symptoms. You should especially seek testing if you do exhibit any of these symptoms after engaging in any risky behavior or accidentally coming into contact with contaminated fluids in your workplace. If you suspect that you or your partner has been recently exposed to HIV, you may want to consider post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), meaning that you take a antiretroviral medication within 72 hours of being exposed. This will keep most people from becoming infected. HIV can take up to 3 months to develop antibodies, which means it can take up to 3 months to register on an antibody test. For a more immediate result, you can inquire about a RNA test, which is more expensive but it can detect the virus 9 to 11 days after infection. You can seek testing from your regular physician, and women can seek testing from their gynecologist. If you do not have a regular practitioner that you see, or if you'd like to remain anonymous, you can seek testing at some Planned Parenthood clinics or you can use the AIDS.gov clinic locator. | Know the early-stage symptoms Know the late-stage symptoms. Get tested |
http://agar.io/ Alternatively, you can look up "Agario" or "Agar.io" on search engines such as Google, Yahoo!, or Bing. If you are looking to play the mobile version of Agar.io opposed to the website version, you may download the app from the app store (Google Play, Apple's "App Store", Etc.) located on your smartphone. You can create a custom name or go with one associated with existing skins. Typing in certain usernames will give you a certain cell "background" or "skin". Skins don't have any effect on your gameplay as they are strictly for cosmetic purposes. If you pick a custom name, you won't be able to get a skin unless you've logged in and obtained a "Premium Skin". | Using any web browser, type in the game's URL: Choose you username in the blank field. |
Gold and silver look amazing with navy. Beyonce looked amazing when she made her first post-baby appearance rocking a tangerine dress and wearing cobalt blue nail polish. This icy twist on traditional blue pairs well with white and silver. Sky blue looks great with a white outfit, especially if you add some sky blue jewelry to call attention to the color. | Match navy nail polish with metallics. Pair cobalt with a dress or shirt in a shade of tangerine. Try some teal. Go with sky blue. |
The very first step in convincing your parents to let you get a piercing, is to know exactly what piercing you want. Some of the more popular piercings are ear, belly-button, lip, and/or tongue. Each of these piercings comes in different shapes, sizes, and colors. Lists can be found online, or at a nearby piercing facility. For example, if you were to get a piercing in your ear, there are about 10-15 different places on your ear where the piercing could be located. This includes, the upper lobe, temporal lobe, inner conch, etc. Know exactly what type of piercing you want, and where you want it located. In terms of piercing shape, you might want a barbell, a closed circle, an open circle, a plug, a flesh tunnel, etc. Don't: start with a large or unusual piercing your parents are unlikely to allow.Do: consider piercings you've seen on your parents or their friends. Use phone books, or advertisement lists online to find a nearby facility. Look for ratings as given by customers, usually on a "5 Star" scale. Facilities that have lower than 4 stars should not even be considered. After you find one, go to the place in person to check it out. Note the cleanliness of the facility, and the attitude of the workers. Ask some customers in the store about their past experiences there, and write them down. Some of your friends have likely had experiences, either getting piercings, and/or having to convince their parents to get a piercing. They will be able to give you first hand knowledge about pain levels involved with the piercing, their preferences when it comes to jewelry, and where they have gone to get a piercing before. Make sure to write this information down on a sheet of paper. You will want to add tidbits of what they had to say to your argument later on. Don't: mention a friend your parents consider a "bad influence."Do: relay the facts you've learned from these conversations. Using clear and concise language, create a list of main reasons you feel you need and want a piercing. They can range from the mundane, to the very serious. Acknowledge both aesthetic (jewelry is pretty) and emotional (makes me feel good inside) reasons. After you have created a list, cross off anything that might be off-putting to your parents, and those which are not that important. Form those thoughts into coherent sentences, with nouns, adjectives, and verbs. For example: I want a black plug, on the temporal lobe of my ear. This is because it is a beautiful addition, as well as makes me feel more independent as a person. You can do this in front of a mirror, or in front of some of your friends. Try to memorize as much of the argument as you can so that it seems more convincing to your parents. Use a forceful, yet non-confrontational tone, when using specific words and/or points. Rather than just memorizing a script, add in additional phrases as you practice. Make the argument sound as convincing as possible. Practice at least 3-4 times. You will want have a picture of the exact piercing you want to get. Pictures of the facility you want to get your piercing at. Pamphlets and brochures concerning piercings. Medical statistics that cite the rate of infections among pierced individuals. The idea is to be more prepared than you have to be. If your parents have a question or inquiry, you want the information either in your head or at your fingertips. Note, you do not want to present medical statistics that run contrary to your argument. If you find that all the medical statistics are negative for a particular piercing, you should perhaps get it somewhere else. Your parents should be in a good mood when you sit them down. You will also want some time to yourself. Think about the research you have conducted. A rash or ill-advised decision is almost never a good one. Waiting an extra week, month, or year can give you time to prepare and think about what you are about to do. If you notice that they are yelling a lot, do not confront them yet. If they are dealing with a traumatic problem themselves, do not overburden them. | Conduct research into piercings. Find a high-quality piercing facility. Ask your friends about their experiences with piercings. Write down why getting the piercing is important to you. Practice reciting your argument. Gather together materials to present to your parents. Wait until you know the time is right. |
Distilled or bottled water has been filtered and purified to remove contaminants. You can also used very clean cold tap water to clean produce instead of distilled water. Soak fruits and vegetables of all varieties in water for 5 minutes with 1-2 teaspoons of salt. Then, rinse to wash out the salt. Soak produce in a mixture of water and vinegar (1/2 cup distilled white vinegar per 2 cups of water) for 5-15 minutes. Then, rinse. This has been shown to move pesticides and reduce - though not eliminate - bacteria. This solution may, however, affect texture and taste. These washes, basically rinses and other treatments, are now sold in grocery and health food stores. Some brands include: Dr. Mercola's Fruit and Vegetable Wash, Fit Organic Fruit and Vegetable Wash, Ozone Water Purifier XT-301, J0-4 Multi-Functional Food Sterilizer (Indoor Purification Systems, Layton, UT). Researchers at the University of Maine tested some of these products against a basic water wash and found no significant differences between a "fruit veggie wash" and a water wash. In fact, in some of their tests, the water wash was more effective in cleaning fruit from outside substances than the commercial washes. | Use distilled water to rinse and/or soak produce of all varieties. Use a saltwater solution. Use a water-and-vinegar solution to soak produce of all varieties. Use a "fruit and veggie" commercial wash. |
Every BIC code in the world fits one of these two formats, as does every synonymous SWIFT code. Some 8-character codes will use “XXX” as placeholders at the end; for instance, you might see the code for PNC Bank, N.A. (U.S.A.) presented as either of these: PNCCUS33 PNCCUS33XXX Every BIC code is broken down into 3 or 4 sections, either “AAAABBCC” or “AAAABBCCDDD”: “AAAA” is the bank code, and is always a string of 4 letters (no numbers). “BB” is the country code, which is also all letters without numbers. “CC” is the location code, and can be letters, numbers, or both. “DDD” can be letters and/or numbers and is the optional branch code, if it isn't the home office (in which case it will be excluded or represented as “XXX”). For example, the BIC code for the Manchester (U.K.) branch of the Bank of Baroda is BARBGB2LMAN — that is to say, BARB + GB + 2L + MAN. Say, for instance, that you want to transfer money from your account at the Bank of China (U.K.) to your account at PNC Bank, N.A. (U.S.A.). In this case, you'll need to provide PNC's BIC code of PNCCUS33 (or possibly PNCCUS33XXX) to complete the transaction. If the money was going the other way, you'd need Bank of China's code. | Make sure the code is either 8 or 11 characters long. Identity the components of BIC codes. Use the receiving bank's BIC code when transferring money internationally. |
Your nails should be neatly trimmed and filed. Try using crayola markers, they do make good fake nail polish! Try to have them be washable, in case you don't want it and want to wash it off. Also, although the fat markers make it messier to paint nails, use them because they won't run out of ink as quickly as thinner ones. Watercolor paints work well too, as they wash off better. You should wear something that matches. If you are wearing a purple dress or shirt, put on purple! Always make sure that it matches -- otherwise you'll look really odd (and your parents will find out!). Don't mind about messing up -- the ink can be removed. Eat a snack, clean up your supplies, or just do something that lasts a minute. They should be dry, but look for parts of the nail without as much color as others. Take your marker and repaint the lighter areas of the nail. The color across the nail should be consistently strong. Gently brush around the nail and remove all the marker that is not on the nail. Enjoy your "fake nail polished" nails! | Trim your nails and file them! Look for regular nontoxic markers. Pick your favorite color. Lay your fingers down on a hard surface (such as a table), splayed. Take your marker or brush and paint away on your nails. Wait for the color to dry. Look at your nails. Get a cotton swab (also called q-tips) and wet it with hot water. Finished! |
State agencies, as well as a number of private agencies, typically have classes you must complete to learn about adoption and the needs of adoptive children. If you're adopting through a state agency, you may have to qualify as both a foster parent and an adoptive parent – even if you're not planning on fostering a child. When adopting through a private agency, you may have to pay a fee to attend parenting classes. During the training sessions, you'll go through the adoption application. If you have any questions about the process or any of the items on the application, ask a staff member for clarification. You must provide thorough personal and financial information to adopt a child. You'll need to attach documentation to your application that supports the statements you made in the application itself. You'll have to verify your employment and income, and the adoption agency may contact your employer. You also must provide identification that proves you meet the minimum age for adoptive parents in your state. Ask your employer, family members, or other colleagues or community members to write reference letters for you to support your application to adopt. Adoption agencies require you to submit an application, either in person or online, along with all required documents and letters of reference. Before you submit your application, double-check and make sure you have answered all questions honestly and completely. If you have any issues that you think might negatively impact the agency's decision, you might want to write a statement explaining the situation and how you've changed. For example, if you've ever been arrested or convicted of a crime, you want to address this up front on your application and discuss it openly. Once your application is accepted by the agency, you'll be assigned a caseworker who will be your point person throughout the adoption process. They will describe to you the next steps of the process. You need to maintain a good relationship with your caseworker. They are on your side, and want to help you adopt a child. They can answer any questions you have, as well as give you tips and advice. In most states, you must pass a criminal and employment background check before you will be finally approved to adopt. Typically you must request your criminal history from the FBI and the state law enforcement agencies of any states where you've lived. You also must show that you've never been listed on any child abuse, domestic violence, or sex offender registries. If you have friends or family members who either live in your home or will be frequent visitors, they also may be required to submit criminal histories. | Attend pre-service orientation and training. Get your documents together. Turn in your application. Meet with your caseworker. Complete all background checks. |
Although malaria can be dangerous and deadly, it's also a highly treatable disease. While there's not yet a vaccine to prevent contracting the disease, early treatment has proven to be very effective at containing and curing it. The success of your treatment depends on contacting your healthcare provider as soon as possible. Your doctor has many options to choose from when deciding how to treat your malaria. He or she will choose a regimen for you based on what type of malaria parasite was found in your blood smear, your age, whether you're pregnant, and the severity of your symptoms. Most malaria treatments are taken orally, but patients with complications might need IV medication. Like any living organism, the parasites that cause malaria can adapt to fight off medications, but the following drugs have a high success rate: Chloroquine (Aralen) Quinine sulfate (Qualaquin) Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) Mefloquine Combination of atovaquone and proguanil (Malarone) The best thing you can do is get plenty of rest during the recovery process. Because there are so many options for treating malaria, not everyone will have the same experience. However, common side effects include blurred vision, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach pain or upset. Some of the drugs also cause heartburn, insomnia, anxiety or mental clouding, and dizziness or coordination problems. Pay attention to your body to pick up on these side effects, and report them to your doctor when you experience them. They may be able to give you additional medications to help combat them. Drink lots of fluids to prevent heartburn. Fluids are especially important if you are experiencing vomiting or diarrhea. You lose a lot of water through these side effects, and have to rehydrate yourself to keep your body as healthy as possible. Stick to a bland diet to treat stomach upset. Stay off your feet, and don't over-exert yourself if you're having coordination problems. Your doctor will monitor you for signs of dehydration, anemia, and seizures. She will watch for complications affecting your organs. Treatment for malaria is aggressive and fast-acting. If everything goes according to plan and you don't suffer any complications, your fever should be gone within 36-48 hours. In most cases, the bacteria that cause malaria will be completely out of your system within two to three days, and you will be recovered within two weeks. The doctor will continue to test your blood smears while you’re being treated for malaria. If the treatment is successful, they will see a decrease in the number of malaria parasites in your blood with every smear. Although your initial bout of malaria may be gone, the disease can recur sporadically for years afterward. Though this often happens without noticeable symptoms, you may feel flu-like symptoms during relapses. Either way, you want to prevent the infection from returning as best you can. Primaquine is an anti-malarial taken after other drugs have killed off the malaria parasites in your blood. You will begin taking primaquine two weeks after the malaria has passed. Your dosage and length of treatment will be based on your specific case: what kind of infection you had and how you responded to treatment. Most often, a two-week course is recommended. Follow your doctor's instruction exactly. Do not adjust dosages up or down in any way, and take the medication on the exact schedule prescribed. If you live in a low-risk area, do not travel to high-risk areas while you are recovering from malaria. Additional mosquito bites may prove disastrous. If you live in an area where malaria is common, protect yourself as best as possible. Cover your skin with long pants and sleeves, even in hot weather. Wear mosquito repellent at all times. Look specifically for products containing DEET, Picaridin, Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or PMD, or IR3535. Check the packaging to make sure your products have these effective chemicals in them. Light mosquito-repellent candles to keep mosquitos out of your area. Stay in screened-in, air-conditioned areas where mosquitos are less likely to be. Use bed nets when sleeping in areas infested with mosquitoes. | Get early diagnosis and treatment. Take your prescribed medications. Stay comfortable during treatment. Wait for the fever to subside. Take primaquine to prevent relapses. Avoid further mosquito bites. |
This cut is appropriate for long hair and overweight cats. The sanitary or hygiene cut is purely functional. It helps keep your cat's fur clear of waste that sticks to him after litter box use. Complete this cut every six weeks. Use a cat clipper with a #10 blade. Hold your cat still. Trim the hair around the anus. Be careful not to nick your cat. Appropriate for long haired cats, the belly shave removes most of the hair underneath your cat. This cut is an extension of the sanitary cut. It makes it easier for your cat to clean himself. A belly shave prevents matting and excessive shedding. You cannot see a belly shave when your cat is walking. Use an appropriate cat fur clipper. Pull the skin taut. Shave under the tail and around the rectum. Shave between the rear legs. Shave up the belly area to the armpits of the front legs. This trim leaves approximately 1/2″ to 1″ (approximately 1 to 2.5 cm) of hair on the cat's body. You trim the hair short but do not shave it completely. Cats may not have matting for this cut. The comb cut reduces shedding and hairballs. It also makes it easier for you to inspect your cat's body for skin-related issues. Attach a snap-on comb to your clippers. Start clipping behind the ears. Clip your cat's back to the base of its tail. Clip down the shoulders and the sides of your cat. Turn the cat on its side. Clip the cat's belly. Clip the cat's legs. | Perform the sanitary or hygiene cut. Give your cat a belly shave. Try the comb cut. |
You will get a lot more traction with your videos if you've put a little effort into making them look nice. Keep the following tips in mind when shooting and editing your video: YouTube videos should have an introduction, especially if they are part of a series, but the intro should be no longer than 10 seconds. You should add a little content first it to catch the attention. The intro should identify you and your channel, as well as the content of the video. Use transitions to good effect. Transitions help move the viewer from scene to scene or to a new topic. A transition helps the viewer follow along as they watch. Remove unnecessary scenes and mistakes. YouTube isn't live, so you should take the time to remove mistakes and reshoot anything that didn't turn out how you wanted it. Avoid "uhs" and "ummms". Practicing a script will go along way towards making a good video. When you've finished shooting and editing your video, you'll want to encode it properly so that you don't lose any quality when the video is uploaded. There are a variety of programs that can do this, such as Sony Vegas, Avidemux, and Windows Movie Maker. Videos should be in MP4 format using the H.264 codec for maximum compatibility and highest-quality compression Click the Upload button in the upper-right corner of the YouTube page. Make sure that you are signed in with the correct channel when you upload your video. When uploading a video for everyone to see, make sure that the video is set to Public sharing, so that it can be searched for and found by YouTube visitors. The uploading and conversion process can take a significant amount of time, especially if you have a slow connection. You can record directly from your webcam instead of uploading a video, but it is recommended that you record your webcam video in another program that gives you more editing options. Every video needs at least a basic description. It should inform the viewer what the general gist of the video is, and how it might relate to them. The description appears next to the video thumbnail when the video shows up in search results. Avoid copying the title of the video into the Description field. Spend a few minutes coming up with a unique description. Tags are single words or short phrases that help to categorize your video. This will help your video appear as a related video when someone is watching a different video. Make sure that your tags are accurate, so that you are drawing in the correct audience. All of your videos should have at least three tags, if not more. Make sure to tag your video with your own personal brand. This will help your videos appear when your name or brand is searched through Google or YouTube. Look at other videos in the same category as you and see how they are using tags. Choose tags that are closely related to your video. Don't forget synonyms. Once your video is uploaded, tagged, described, and annotated, it's ready to share with the world. You'll gather some viewers simply through search results, but it can help to advertise your video else. Link to it in your blog, post a link on Facebook or Google+, and let your Twitter followers know that a new video is available. The more eyes that you can reach, the more likely that your video will increase in popularity. If you meet certain criteria, you may be eligible to earn money off the views your video gets. This may entail placing an ad at the beginning of your video, and will require creating an AdSense account. A good channel gets updated on a regular basis. All of the best YouTube personalities update their channel at least once a week. Many people will upload one major video per week, with smaller videos peppered in between the major releases. Check out the release schedules for a few of the more popular channels in your niche. This will give you a good idea about how often you should be updating. | Shoot and edit your video. Encode your video for YouTube. Upload the video to your channel. Add a description. Add tags. Share your video. Monetize your videos with ads. Upload often. |
The traditional way of joining Freemasonry is to ask someone who is already a member. If you know someone who's a member, let him know that you're interested in joining, and tell him you'd like to petition for membership. He should direct you to the appropriate venue to issue your petition; you'll have to answer some questions about why you want to become a member. If you don't know someone who's member, there are a few things you can try: Look for a "2B1Ask1" sign. You'll see this on bumper stickers, shirts, hats, and other items displayed by Freemasons who want to welcome new members. Look for the Masonic square and compass symbol. This is a bit harder to spot, but you may see someone wearing it on a t-shirt or another item. After you've submitted your petition to a particular lodge, the Freemasons there will review it and decide whether to invite you in for an interview with an investigative committee. If they wish to call you in, a date and time will be arranged. During the interview, you can expect the following: You'll be asked questions about why you want to become a Freemason, and you'll be asked to describe your life story and your own character. You'll get the opportunity to ask them questions about how things work at the Lodge. After the interview, the Freemasons will conduct an investigation into your life, which will include calls to people close to you who can verify that you have a high moral character. They may also conduct a background check to determine whether you've had issues with crime, drugs or alcohol. Once the investigative committee has made their decision, you'll receive a call and an official invitation to join the fraternity. You'll receive further instructions about meetings. | To be one, ask one. Interview with the Freemasons. Wait to hear their decision. Accept an invitation to join. |
This cut will give you heavier layers on the top of your hair. If you've recently washed your hair, you needn't wash it again. You can simply wet it using a spray bottle and some fresh water. If you don't want to turn upside down to cut your hair, you can also do the high ponytail method while standing upright. Just hold the high ponytail up over your head in one hand as you follow the rest of these steps. Do this while you are still bending over at the waist, with your head pointing downward. To ensure that your hair is as even as possible, aim for a ponytail that is right at the centre and top of your head. Use a mirror to help you determine the position of the ponytail. Put this first band close to your scalp so that your hair cannot slip out of it. This second elastic band will sit just below where you want to make the cut. Holding the bottom of your hair firmly in one hand, hold scissors in the other hand and use them to cut through your hair. Do not try to cut through the entire ponytail of hair all at once. Make small snips until you are all the way through the ponytail. Remove the elastic band and shake out your hair. Brush it and run your fingers through it. If it looks too blunt or uneven, flip your hair over once more, again securing it into a ponytail at the top centre of your head, then, holding the ponytail in one hand, trim any stray hairs that hang out of the end of the ponytail. There shouldn't be many stray hairs. If you see a lot of them, move the ponytail around on your head until the hair is mostly even when you grasp it in your hand. For a more natural look, you can make some small, upward cuts into the ponytail. This will soften the ends of your hair so that the cut looks less blunt. It will also give it more of a shaggy look, incorporating any unevenness into the style. | Start with clean, damp hair. Bend over at the waist, with your head pointing downward. Comb or brush your hair into a ponytail near the top of your head. Secure your ponytail tightly with an elastic band. Place another elastic band further down the ponytail. Cut your hair just above the second elastic band. Release your hair from the ponytail. Make some finishing touches. |
If you are putting molding in a 4-wall room and started with a piece with two 90° angles, you will have to make one piece that has two 45° angles. The 45° angles will need to be opposite angles. Be sure to leave an extra inch or two at first to make sure everything fits. A slightly too long piece will actually make the entire construction a little bit more snug and prevent cracks from forming as the house settles. For a 4-wall room you should end up with one piece that has two 90° ends, two pieces that each have a 90° end and a 45° end, and one piece that has two opposite 45° ends. Run adhesive along the flat faces that touch the wall and ceiling. Also put adhesive on the parts of the molding that connect with another piece. An extra pair of hands will be a great help when installing the molding, especially for the longer pieces. Push the end of the first piece firmly into the first corner. Use finishing nails to secure the molding while the adhesive sets. Use a nail punch to make sure the nails go under the surface of the wood. This will allow them to be painted over. Attach the rest of the molding pieces, using caulk to fill in gaps as you go. | Repeat the steps above for the remaining pieces of molding. Attach the molding. |
Go to a lumber yard, a construction supply store, or a home improvement store to buy a piece of 4x4 wood. If you have some wood already, use that, even if you don't have a single piece that's 20 inches long. If you use multiple pieces, be sure to have at least 20 inches. Note that “4x4” is a standard measurement for a size of wood boards. The boards don't always measure exactly four inches by four inches. If you want to create dice that are larger or smaller than a 4x4 inch square, you can use a different size of wood. However, a 4x4 is easiest to use because it is a standard board size. Since 4x4s are not always exactly measured, use a measuring tape to check the length of each side. At the end of the piece of wood, measure two adjacent sides of the square. For example, the board may be 3.8 inches (9.6 cm) by 3.8 inches. Using the exact measurement of the board, mark off sections for 5 dice. For example, if your board measured 3.8x3.8, add a little bit to the measurement to account for the width of the saw blade and make marks on the board every four inches. With these measurements, you’ll have five equal sections of board. Saw blades tend to be about ⅛ inch or ¼ inch thick, so you lose some of the board when you make the cuts. Marking the board every four inches will give you sections that are roughly 3.8 inches long after the cut. Using an electric saw will give you the straightest cut in the shortest time. Use a circular saw or a chop saw. If power tools are not available, use a hand saw but make sure to keep the cut as straight as possible. | Get a piece of 4x4 wood that is at least 20 inches (50 cm) long. Measure the wood. Measure a length for each die. Use a saw to cut the wood into five cubes of equal size. |
It's the computer icon on your desktop. If you don't see this icon, press ⊞ Win+E to open the File Explorer, then double-click This PC in the left sidebar. It's under the “Devices and drives” header in the right panel. A drop-down menu will appear. The Format window will appear. It's at the bottom of the window. A confirmation message will appear, letting you know that all data on the drive will be erased. Windows will now remove all of the data from your flash drive. You’ll see a message that says “Format Complete” once the drive is cleared. | Double-click This PC. Right-click your flash drive. Click Format…. Click Start. Click OK. |
Rinsing your sink can prevent food and other debris from drying and hardening onto the granite surface, and wiping it dry can protect your sink from any minerals that exist in your tap water. Keep a microfiber towel or other soft cloth near your sink so that you can easily wipe it down after using it. The use of ioSeal-containing treatments can also be used for additional protection and enhancement. Granite is a porous stone, so the sooner you clean up a stain the better. Try to blot at a fresh stain rather than rubbing it so that you don't spread it to a larger area. Clean alcohol and citrus spills immediately, since these can dull or etch the granite's surface. After ensuring that your countertop has been initially sealed, be sure to follow up by using ioSeal-containing products for simple maintenance, or by re-sealing when necessary. How often you need to re-seal varies depending on factors such as color, porosity, and whether the sealant has been damaged by acidic products. Optionally, with consistent use of ioSeal-based treatments, you can reduce the need to re-apply sealers. Recommendations will vary. | Rinse and dry your granite sink completely after each use. Remove stains promptly. Apply ioSeal, or re-seal your granite sink when needed. |
Different attachments will work different muscle groups so change out the attachments to add variation to the exercise. Most cable machines should have a selection of attachments nearby, but if you can't find them, ask an attendant. To change one out, simply open the clip on the cable and slip the attachment off. Then slip on a new attachment and close the clip. Opt for the v-grip attachment to work your inner back muscles. This grip is the most common one, so you may find it's already attached if you're using a cable machine at the gym. It works your rhomboids and the trapezius muscles the most, so if that's your aim, pick this grip. Grab a wide-grip bar with a curve to work your outer back and shoulders. Grasp this type of bar at the ends for the best workout. It provides the biggest workout for rear deltoid muscles and the outer latissimus dorsi muscles, which are your shoulders and the muscles on your back under your arms. Use an underhand EZ-bar for your biceps. Hold the other arm by your side. As you pull back on the bar, make sure you aren't turning your torso. Holding yourself in place is what will really work the muscles on that side. That's especially important on your non-dominant side as your dominant side may do more of the work when you're using both hands. You may need to change out the attachment on the cable to be able to grasp it with one hand. This exercise is very similar to the seated cable row, except you pull the cable towards your face. Change out the bar for a 2 rope handle. As you pull it toward your face, split the handle so the ropes go on either side of your face. Lower the weight back down the same way you did with the face pull by slowly extending your arms. | Change out the bar to work different muscle groups. Perform the exercise with just 1 arm to ensure both sides get in a workout. Try a seated face pull to work on your upper back. |
Put the title of your show in the center of the page in all caps. Put a line break after the title of the show to write the title of the episode. Add another line break before putting “written by” followed by your name on the next line. Put your contact information, such as an email address or phone number, in the bottom left margin. If you based the script on a book or movie, include the phrase “Based on” followed by the title and original creators. Put the line underneath your name so readers can see it easily. You do not need to do this if you're only writing a spec script. The standard font for any screenplay is any variation of Courier since it's easy to read. Make sure the font is size 12 since it's industry standard. If you're using screenwriting software, the program will format everything correctly for you. Use formatting, such as bold, underline, or italics, sparingly since it could be distracting to someone who's reading your script. Whenever you start a new act, write “ACT” followed by the number at the top of the page in the center. Underline the phrase so a reader can easily see it. Once you reach the end of an act, write “END OF ACT” followed by the act number after the scene. Don't start a new act in the middle of the page. Always add a page break between the end of one act and the start of another. Screenwriting software will already format your spacing and margins for you. Align the scene headings so they're on the left margin 1 1⁄2 inches (3.8 cm) from the edge of the page. Use INT. or EXT. to label the scene as interior or exterior. Then, name the specific location the scene is taking place along with the time of day so reader's get an idea of the setting. For example, you may have a scene heading that reads: INT. JOHN'S BEDROOM - DAY. Don't let your scene headings go longer than 1 line or else it seems overwhelming and confusing. If you want to specify locations within a location, you can write something like: INT. JOHN'S HOUSE - BEDROOM - DAY. Action blocks help explain what's going on in the scene and what your characters are physically doing. Align the action block with the left margin of the page. Write in the present tense, and use visual and descriptive language in your action so it's clear what your characters are doing. Keep action blocks around 3-4 lines long so it doesn't look overwhelming on the page. When you first introduce a character in your action blocks, write their name in all caps. You can have multiple action blocks in a row, but don't use too many or else it fills up your page too much. Write the character's name in all-caps so it's 3.7 inches (9.4 cm) from the left edge of the page so it's clear who's speaking in your script. On the next line, start your dialogue so it's 2 1⁄2 inches (6.4 cm) from the left side of the page. If you want to list how a character is feeling, include a parenthetical underneath the character's name so it's 3.1 inches (7.9 cm) from the left side of the page. For example, you may write (tense) or (excited) to convey the emotion. | Make a title page for your script. Type in 12-point Courier font for the whole script. Put your act breaks at the top and bottom of the page. Write scene headings whenever you change locations. Use action blocks to describe settings and character actions. Center character names and dialogue when they speak. |
as soon as you notice it's wet or soiled. The longer you leave a dirty diaper in place, the more likely it is to eventually leak. Keeping urine or feces against your baby's skin also increases the likelihood of diaper rash. And it's just plain uncomfortable for them! If you smell urine or feces or see a bulging diaper, it's time for a change. If you're not sure, don't be shy — take a whiff from close up or a peek beneath the diaper. A newborn can easily go through a dozen or more clean diapers per day, so plan to check at least every hour or two. Most modern cloth diaper manufacturers recommend using a “dry pail,” with no added liquid beyond any rinse water in the diaper itself. Rinsing a (wet-only) diaper before you put it in the pail isn't necessary, but it may help reduce the odor of urine. Sprinkling baking soda in the pail can also help. Some cloth diaper proponents still use the “wet pail” method, in which some water (and perhaps cleaners or anti-odor agents) are kept in the pail with the dirty diapers. This method may degrade cloth diaper components (like seams or hook-and-loop closures) more quickly, though, and is not generally recommended by manufacturers. Do not leave the child alone on a changing table while you rinse a diaper off. Unless you have a helper, take care of that after you finish the diaper change. Poopy diapers require a bit more effort than just wet ones, but it's not so tough that you should say “forget it” and stick with disposable diapers. Just be sure not to leave the baby alone on a changing table while you deal with the dirty diaper — do that later if necessary. Shake solid feces into the toilet, and/or scrape off unformed poop with a spatula, plastic spoon, or other tool that is set aside for that specific purpose. Flush. Rinse the diaper to remove as much poop as you can, and place the diaper in the pail for washing. If your baby is having only breast milk, there is no need to rinse or dump because breast milk will be broken down in the wash washer. Instead of rinsing in the sink (or dunking in the toilet), you can buy a diaper sprayer attachment that easily connects to the water line for your toilet. The exact process will vary based on the type of diaper you use, but nearly all modern types are simple and rely on hook-and-loop or snap closures (not sharp safety pins!). Allow your baby's bottom to air dry for around 15-30 seconds before applying the new diaper — you can fan them with your hand or the clean diaper to speed the drying process. If you choose to apply a diaper cream, use one that is designed for cloth diapers. Others may interfere with the absorbent qualities of the cloth. | Change your baby's cloth diaper Remove a wet diaper and place it in a diaper pail for washing. Remove a soiled diaper and clean the baby's bottom with a soft, damp wipe. Put a clean cloth diaper on your baby. |
You must be notified of a suspension within 24 hours of the decision being made. When the school calls you to inform you that your child has been suspended, ask for the details of the incident, how long the suspension will last, and why suspension was the chosen punishment. It can be easy to automatically assume the school isn't taking the necessary time to address your child's behavior issues. On the other hand, you might instantly assume your child is in the wrong. Avoid jumping to a conclusion until you hear all sides of the story. In most school districts, a student can only be suspended under specific circumstances, such as when other disciplinary actions have failed or the student places themselves or others in danger. Ask that the school provide you with a written explanation of your child's actions as well as the specific rule that was broken. Having written documentation will help you to process the information later after your emotions have cooled down. It will also help make sure that you and the school are on the same page about the incident(s) leading up to the suspension. If you don't feel like the school's explanation and written documentation answers all of your questions about the suspension, call the school and schedule a meeting with the principal or the teacher involved. Write down all of the questions that you have before the meeting to make sure you don't forget anything. It's best that your child doesn't attend this meeting to avoid sending the message that you don't support the school's decision. You might feel angry at your child, or you might feel angry because you feel the school treated your child unfairly. Try to remember that it's important to set an example for your child by controlling your behavior. When you start to feel angry, count to 10 and take several deep breaths to calm yourself before you react. | Ask the school to explain to you exactly what happened. Don’t jump to any conclusions until you have all of the facts. Request written documentation regarding the suspension. Schedule a face-to-face meeting if you need more information. Try to stay calm and cooperate with the school even if you feel angry. |
You breathe involuntarily, but you also probably breathe inefficiently — many adults use only about one-third of their lung capacity while breathing. This inefficiency can cause less oxygen to enter the lungs and thereby the bloodstream, in turn reducing your oxygen saturation. By breathing more slowly and deeply, you can improve all of these elements. Many adults breathe at a rate of around 15 respirations per minute; reducing this to rate to 10 per minute has been shown to benefit oxygen saturation. Make sure to breathe in through your nose and then pause for a few seconds after each breath. Stay as relaxed as possible while you are breathing. This is also known as the Buteyko method and it may help to increase your oxygen saturation. While occasionally making the conscious effort to breathe more slowly and deeply benefits your oxygen saturation, making more lasting adjustments to your breathing patterns will produce superior results. Both healthy individuals and those with breathing-related medical conditions can increase their oxygen saturation through respiratory training. Especially if you have a medical condition like COPD, talk to your health care team about including respiratory training. You can also seek out guided breathing training outside of a medical setting, in ways like joining a yoga class or being instructed in diaphragmatic breathing (either by a respiratory trainer or a vocal coach). Controlled coughing can help you to clear the secretions that may be obstructing your airway and this will help to improve your oxygen saturation. This is a common instruction after surgery to ensure that your airways are clear. Try coughing a few times to see if this help you to breathe a little easier. Throughout your day, you can temporarily increase your oxygen saturation by doing a simple breathing exercise known as pursed-lips breathing. It is one of the easiest ways to more slowly and deeply draw oxygen into your lungs. Try the following steps: Breathe in through your nose for about two seconds. Pucker your lips (as if giving a kiss) and hold the breath in for a beat. Exhale through your pursed lips for about six seconds. Repeat as many times as desired. | Breathe more slowly and deeply. Seek respiratory training for maximum health benefits. Try coughing. Practice pursed-lips breathing. |
There are dozens of options, and they all have different benefits. Choose one that's conveniently located and fits your budget. You can get a good photo without shelling out a lot of cash, but of course a professional photographer will offer the highest quality photo. Some places require appointments, so plan ahead. Some options include shipping centers (in the U.S., this includes Fedex and UPS) places with memberships (such as Costco and AAA) Costco offers some of the cheapest passport photos. AAA will sometimes do it for free if you’ve booked a trip through their travel services. pharmacies and retail stores (CVS, Rite Aid, Walgreens, and Walmart all offer this service) professional photography studios passport offices (many offer this service, but not all, so call ahead) registered passport expediters (if you need it in under two weeks) in your own home (but be sure to follow the strict requirements) Give your hair a little time to get over that fresh cut look by planning a haircut in advance if you need one. About a week or two should still leave your hair looking neat and tidy by picture time. Of course, if you want the fresh cut look and trust your stylist not to botch it, you can wait until the last minute. If you like to shape your eyebrows, it's best to do it about a day in advance to get rid of any redness before the photo but not give strays enough time to return. You could also get them waxed if you want to shell out a few bucks for this special occasion. If you find that the skin around your eyebrows gets red after you pluck them, try applying cool, wet tea bags or a bit of aloe. To prevent dark shadows under your eyes and redness in your eyes, try to get enough sleep for several days before you take your passport photo. This will also help brighten your skin and make you look healthier. | Decide where to get your picture taken. Get a haircut about one to two weeks in advance. Pluck your eyebrows if that’s your thing. Get enough sleep. |
Often, travel writers do not land full time positions at major publications as soon as they start out. Instead, you should focus on writing for local publications. If there is a 500-word article section, pitch an idea about a local event or activity. Focus on building your portfolio in small increments, as the more experience you gain, the better your writing will become. Many magazines will advertise for part time or full time writers in the Jobs section of Craigslist and Indeed.com. Small, local publications may also post ads for writers on these sites. Browse through the Jobs section for any calls for writers and try to pitch strong ideas to as many as possible. , often. Maintain a viable freelance presence by pitching your article ideas as often as possible. If you would like to write about a location that is off the beaten path, or unusual, you will need to have a good angle on the story. Often, readers will want to find out more about destinations they want to go to, and it can be hard to sell editors on an article about an unusual destination. If you decide to pitch an article idea, always follow the submission guidelines posted on the publication's website or in their print publication. A good rule of thumb is to keep your pitch letters short, no more than two to three paragraphs, to show that you know the types of stories the publication publishes, and to have a good hook at the beginning of your letter to keep the editor engaged. You should also link to an online portfolio or website, and address the letter to the travel writing editor of the publication, not the editor-in-chief of the publication, to ensure the letter ends up in the right hands. | Start small and local. Check the Jobs section of online classifieds sites. Pitch original ideas |
Put a pot of water to boil on the stove. Cut a lemon into multiple slices. Put the lemon slices into the boiling water and let sit for 10-30 minutes to freshen up the house. As an alternative, steep a handful of hot cloves in the water instead of lemon slices. Cut up an onion. Put the onion slices into a bowl of water and place the bowl of onion water in the middle of the kitchen. If your entire house smells bad, consider placing bowls of onion water in different locations of the house. Let the bowls sit overnight to absorb the odors. Use bread and vinegar to absorb the smell. Fill a saucepan with water and add 2 cups of vinegar. Bring the vinegar water to a boil, then allow to simmer for 15 minutes. Take some bread and dip it in the vinegar water. Put the bread on a plate and let it absorb the odors. You can simply put out bowls of vinegar to absorb the odors. Heat the vinegar to make it more effective. Baking soda is a powerful odor absorbent, especially for kitchen smells. To clear the burned smell, put about four ounces (118.29 mL) of baking soda into bowls. Distribute the bowls around your kitchen and other areas of your home to absorb the smell. | Make lemon water. Put out bowls of onion water. Soak bread with vinegar. Combine water and baking soda. |
A very light shade of graphite is ideal to prevent the marks from showing through your paint. This is especially important if you paint with watercolours or other thin paint, which requires a 6H pencil or an even paler option. It's okay to have faint pencil lines showing through watercolour, as long as they aren't too obvious. Some artists even use this intentionally, sketching in pencil then applying a very thin wash of paint over it. Insert the pencil into a drawing compass. Place the compass point against the paper and carefully rotate the compass to draw a precise circle. Alternatively, place a circular object flat against the canvas and trace around it. Paint inside the pencil marks carefully, with a thin brush. If the pencil lines are dark enough to stand out, you can instead wash over the whole sketch, letting the pencil communicate the shape. | Choose your graphite. Draw a circle with a compass. Paint with the pencil marks as guidelines. |
This opens part of the notification panel along with several of the quick setting tiles at the top of the screen (i.e. the buttons with the icons for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.). Now the whole panel is open revealing even more of your quick setting tiles. This opens a pop-up list of devices you can connect to. On some Android phones, this option may say "Screen Mirroring" instead. If you don't see one of these options, you may have to swipe right to the second page of notification tiles. Your Android's screen will appear on the TV. Everything you do on your phone will appear on the TV as well. On some apps you can turn your phone sideways to show your phone's screen in landscape mode. | Swipe down from the top of your home screen. Swipe down again. Tap SmartView or Cast. Select your TV. |
) of raisins. These should soak in warm water before you use them in order to get them plump, so put them in a small bowl and cover them in water while you look for the other things you will need for cinnamon raisin bread. ) of whole milk. You can use 2 percent milk if you want to reduce the fat and calories in your bread. ) of salted butter. If you prefer to use unsalted butter, that is fine, but if you do that, add 2 tsp. of salt to your flour. ) of flour and 1/2 cup (4 oz.) of white sugar. (0.5 oz.) of dry active yeast and 2 tbsp. of cinnamon. (9.85 mL) of water. Most things can be found in the baking aisle or refrigerated section. | Get 1 cup (6 oz. Measure 1 cup (8 oz. Melt 1/4 cup (2 oz. Measure 6 cups (48 oz. Set aside 1 tbsp. Beat an egg with 2 tsp. Purchase the ingredients that you do not have at home already at your local grocery store. |
If you pick something that you're passionate about, then your audience will be able to see and feel your passion. This will also make you much more excited to generate ideas for the speech and to deliver the speech. If you only have a limited amount of options and can't pick anything you're truly passionate about, you should at least pick something that you like or are interested in to make it easier and more enjoyable for you to write and deliver the speech. If you're giving a speech at a professional conference, then it's logical that you would pick a topic that you're an expert on so you can give credibility to your speech. But even if you're not delivering a speech in a professional setting or on a particularly complicated topic, you should still pick something you know a lot about, whether it's baseball or your neighborhood. You can even start by making a list of the things you're knowledgeable about, whether it's your family, career, politics, gardening, pets, or travel. You don't have to know every single thing about a topic to deliver a great speech. You can pick something that you're knowledgeable about, and can supplement that job with some careful research. If you're picking a subject you're knowledgeable about but know you'll need to research further, make sure the topic is easy to research. If you pick something fairly obscure, then it may be difficult to find more information about it. It could have to do with literature, movies, sports, foreign languages, or even gender relations. Whatever it is, you may even be able to find a theme that carries through a variety of categories, such as "loss of innocence." Make a list of all of your hobbies and interests and see what would make for an engaging speech topic. You may find a large overlap between the things you're interested in and the things you know. If there has been a topic that has been in the news again and again, you can use it as an occasion for a speech. It may be something controversial like gay marriage or gun control, but if the occasion is appropriate, you can give a speech about this current event, offering a nuanced perspective of the situation. Read through popular national and local papers, listen to the radio, and watch the news to see what people are talking about and how the public is reacting to these events. You can also pick something that is particularly timely for your community. If there has been controversy over a new policy regarding public schools in your neighborhood, you could use it as an occasion for a speech. You can pick something that is timely for your audience. If you're addressing high school seniors, you can talk about the next stage of life after graduation, and can bring in any relevant current information from the news. If the occasion calls for it, you can give a speech about something personal in your life. It could relate to your experiences with your parents, siblings, or friends, to a personal struggle, or a formative episode in your life. Just make sure the information isn't so personal that it makes the audience uncomfortable, or that the subject is so close to you that you can't talk about it without getting emotional. Remember that you can add personal information to a topic that doesn't feel so personal; you can discuss an aspect of your career, for example, while throwing in a personal anecdote. You should be able to deliver a speech about the topic with clarity and conviction. This means that you should feel strongly enough about the topic to inform, persuade, or entertain your audience. It also means that your audience should trust you as an authority on the subject; if you're an only child, you should avoid giving a speech on the importance of having a sibling; if you haven't entered college yet, it may be difficult for you to give a speech on the importance of choosing a major. Whatever the topic, you should be able to connect with your audience through the speech. At the end or even during the speech, a little light bulb should go off in your audience's heads, and they should reach a new understanding of your topic. If you don't have the ability to truly connect with your audience about this topic, then pick another one. | Pick a topic that you're passionate about. Pick a topic that you're knowledgeable about. Pick something that relates to your interests. Choose something timely. Choose something that relates to your personal experience. Pick a topic that you have the ability to speak about. |
This ensures that the two devices can connect. Here's how to get it: Open the Play Store. Type samsung smart view into the search bar. Tap the Samsung Smart View app. Tap INSTALL. It's the TV icon with 4 curved lines beneath it. You’ll find it in the app drawer of your Android phone. If you just finished installing the app from the Play Store, you can tap the green "OPEN" button to launch the app instead. You’ll only have to grant the app permissions the first time you run it. If you have more than one on your Wi-Fi network, select the one you want to connect to. A message will appear on the TV. If you have only one Samsung TV, it may connect automatically. This option will appear at the top of the TV screen. Use the remote you use for your TV and select the "Allow" button. Some Samsung Galaxy phones may connect automatically. Once connected, you can select what to view on your TV from your Android phone. You should see the icons for all the Smart TV apps that are installed on your Samsung TV displayed in a grid on the Smart View app. Simply tap any app to open in on the TV. You can also tap the remote icon in the top-right corner to use your phone like the Samsung remote to control your TV. | Connect your Samsung Smart TV and your Android phone to the same Wi-Fi network. Install the Smart View app on your phone. Open Samsung Smart View. Tap Allow when prompted. Select the Samsung TV, if prompted. Select Allow on the TV. Select a TV app or media to play. |
If a family member makes a financial request, don't immediately reach for your checkbook. Take some time to consider a few things before you agree or disagree to help out. For example, can you afford to help your relative? Have they asked you for assistance before, and did they follow through on paying you back? Could the situation potentially be resolved if they simply had the right resources and tools (help budgeting, etc.)? Will your relative be able to pay you back, and what will happen if they cannot or do not pay you back? Sometimes, saying no to a request may be difficult, but can save your relationship from any future resentment or hurt feelings. Money can create strains in your relationship. Saying no is sometimes the best help you can give someone. Helping someone can turn into enabling them to continue a destructive lifestyle. If this person has a history of not paying back loans or taking advantage of others financially, it's probably best to tell them no. Talking about money can be a sensitive topic, so be cautious in how you bring up financial discussions. Only ask questions that will help inform you of how to help. Don't pry into their personal problems that are irrelevant to you helping them. Show your support and let them know that you want to help, even if it isn't the way that they are requesting help. Put yourself in their shoes and think what it would be like to be in their position. What would be most helpful to them? Say, “I know you're making a request, but I'd like to know more information. What is the money going toward and will you need more money later?” If your relative promises to pay you back but tends not to, agree on a way to keep them accountable. Make it clear that you are loaning them money, not giving them money. Agree on a payment plan or other way to keep them accountable. Set dates to have money back and sign a document to make it clear to both of you what is expected. Say, “I want to help you. I can't give you money but I can loan it to you. Let's work out a plan so that you can pay me back.” | Figure out their intentions. Talk to them about money problems. Keep them accountable. |
Home water purification systems may be more cost-effective long-term and cut down on the disposal of large quantities of plastic water bottles. There are two types of purification systems: whole house systems (these treat all water entering a household and are typically more expensive) and point-of-use systems (which treat water at the point of use — like a shower head or kitchen sink faucet). Many people choose the point-of-use systems as they are less costly. These include: Personal water bottles that have a built in filter. Great for on the go people who might not always have access to purified water. Pitchers that have a built in filter and purify water as it drains through the filter. Faucet purifiers that attach directly to the kitchen sink. However, many times specialty faucets are not compatible with these. Refrigerator/freezer purifiers. These are usually built into your appliance and allow you to have purified water and ice cubes that are frozen from purified water as well. If you decide to use or consume tap water or you have access to a purified water dispenser, you may want to consider purchasing a reusable water bottle to be more environmentally friendly. Using a reusable water bottle can help cut down on the amount of trash and plastic bottles discarded. Although tap water or city water may not have the appeal that some bottled waters have, it's a healthy and low-cost alternative to bottled waters. Most tap water is completely okay to drink. If you're worried about it, just purchase a filtered pitcher that sits in your refrigerator so that you have an extra level of filtration. Tap water is tested more frequently and for more bacteria and chemicals than bottled water. In addition, it's required to go through a disinfection process prior to consumption. Up to 1/4th of bottled waters are actually just bottled tap water (this is why it's important to read and understand the labels and marketing terminology). | Purchase a home water purification system. Purchase BPA-free reusable water bottles. Drink tap water. |
Clay or mud face masks can be used to reduce greasy skin and pull out impurities. In order to make a clay face mask take 1 tablespoon of face clay (such as bentonite, found in natural food stores and online) and 1 tablespoon of witch hazel and mix together until well blended. You can also add a few drops of lemon oil for fragrance and to help control overactive oil glands. Once complete apply the mask to your face, let sit for 10 minutes (or until the clay is dry), and then rinse off. Do not use pottery clay on your face. It will not have the same benefits as face clay. Some people believe that egg white masks can help to firm the skin and soak up oil from the skin's surface. Mix together the egg white from 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of honey. Beat the mixture with a fork until it's frothy, then apply it to your face and you let it dry. You can also add a bit of flour to the mixture in order to thicken it into a paste, which will make it easier to apply. Leave the mask on your face for at least 10 minutes and then wash it off using warm water. This face mask can help to open your pores and clean out blemishes, soothe irritated and dry skin, and replenish sun damaged skin. To make this face mask mash ½ of a banana until it becomes a smooth and consistent texture. Then add 2 tablespoons of raw honey and ½ a teaspoon of cinnamon, and mix together. Apply the mask to your face and let sit for a minimum of 10 minutes (you can leave the mask on for up to 30 minutes). When finished rinse your face with warm water. You can store and refrigerate any of the leftover mixture. | Treat oily skin with a homemade clay face mask. Make an egg white face mask to combat excess greasiness. Try a banana honey face mask. |
Pour 2 quarts (2 L) of vegetable oil or canola oil into a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven and heat on medium to medium-high until the oil reaches a temperature of 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). You could also use a heavy-bottomed stockpot or deep-fryer. Use a candy thermometer to measure the temperature of the oil) In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly dispersed. Whisk in the milk and water afterward until the batter just barely combines. Note that the batter will still appear lumpy once ready. Do not over-beat the batter in an attempt to remove all the lumps. Dunk each cod fillet into the batter and coat all sides well. You can either coat each piece of cod immediately before frying it or coat all the pieces at once and store them on a baking sheet sprinkled with a light coating of flour until ready to fry. The former option will prevent each piece from losing batter, but the latter may prove more convenient. Place each piece of cod into the hot oil and fry one at a time until the batter turns deep golden-brown. Shake off any excess batter before frying by holding each piece of cod over the bowl of batter and allowing the excess to drip off. Monitor the temperature of the oil as you fry the fish. Increase or decrease the heat to maintain a temperature of 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). The inside of each piece should be opaque and should flake apart with a fork. Use a heat-resistant slotted spoon to scoop each piece of fish out of the oil and drain the cod on paper bags or paper towels for several minutes. Serve hot. | Heat oil in a large Dutch oven. Whisk together the batter ingredients. Coat the cod with batter. Fry each piece of cod for 7 to 8 minutes. Drain before serving. |
If you have just received a phone call from the police informing you that your teenage child has been arrested and is being held at your local station, it's important that you keep your composure. You will most likely be angry, upset and concerned, but you need to stay calm to deal with the situation as effectively as possible. Don't rush to judgement, either of your child or the police officers who arrested him. You need to act quickly and go to where your child is being held, but you should find out more information about the situation before taking any actions beyond this. Once you receive the call you should head to the station straight away. You need to try and find out as much information about the arrest and the circumstances around it as possible. Try and speak to your child face-to-face, but understand that you have limited rights. You will generally be able to speak to your child before he is interviewed, but you don't have a federal right to be present during the interview. The rules vary by state, and some states do require consultation with parents for questioning. Your child has a right to have a lawyer present, but not necessarily to have a parent present. In most instance it is at the discretion of the investigating police officer, whether a parent is allowed to be present. You will probably be angry and upset with your child, but it's important that you act calmly and get professional legal help. Don't try to act as a lawyer or do anything which might encourage your child to incriminate himself. The best rule is not to say anything until you have a lawyer present. Well-meaning parents can hurt their child's case by inadvertently waiving their rights, or agreeing to a search of their home unnecessarily. Even if you think your child has done something wrong, you shouldn't make him talk to the police and confess to anything. The police may have a very weak case, and a criminal record can have a big impact on the rest of your child's life. | Stay calm. Find out what’s going on. Don’t attempt to act as a lawyer. |
The setup wizard you’ll use to configure a print server gives you a default printer name, but you should choose your own unique printer name. Users click on this name to connect to the printer the network is sharing. A print server utilizing multiple printers lists the share name of each printer and users click on the printer to which they want their print job to go. Access to the wizard varies depending on the server computer's operating system. For the Windows Server 2003 family, click on the “Start” button in the lower left-hand corner, click on the “Control Panel” button, click on “Administrative Tools” twice and then click on “Configure Your Server Wizard” twice and follow the wizard's prompts. For Windows 2000 and the XP family, click on the “Start” button, click on the “Control Panel,” choose “Printers and Other Hardware” and then click on “Printers and Faxes.” Find the appropriate printer, right-click on the name and/or printer icon, highlight and then click on “Properties.” Open the tab marked “Sharing” and click on the link that says “Network Start-up Wizard” and follow the wizard's prompts. For Windows 95 and 98, open the “Control Panel,” click on “Network” twice, open the tab labeled “Configuration” and click on the button marked “File and Print Sharing.” From this window place a check mark next to the option that says, “I want to be able to allow others to print to my printer(s).” The computer may require a restart to complete the task. | Choose a printer name for the shared printer when using Windows-based computers. Create a share name for the print server. Configure a print server by using a server wizard. |
If you want your guy to trust you 100%, then you need to afford him the same luxury. Trust is a two-way street. Don't panic if he doesn't immediately return your call or reply to a text -- guys are forgetful about these kinds of things -- it doesn't mean he's up to something shady. If your man is open and honest with you and has never done anything to hurt you in the past, then you have no reason not to trust him. So if he wants a wild night out with the guys, you can be totally zen about it! Making a guy feel good about himself is an important part of treating him well. You don't want to be around someone who puts you down all the time, and neither does he. Be considerate of his feelings -- thank him when he does something nice for you to let him know that you appreciate him, and apologize when you say something harsh or uncalled for. If he's having a hard time at work, let him know that you believe in him and have confidence in his abilities. He'll feel much better about himself afterwards. Sometimes we all just need to vent and share our feelings with another person. You want to be that person for your man when he needs it, so show him that he can tell you anything by being a good listener. Try not to interrupt or make any judgmental comments -- just listen to what he has to say, try to be sympathetic and offer some constructive advice. Men are egotistical creatures, so boosting his ego with a well-timed compliment can put him on top of the world. Tell him he looks great today, that his gym workouts are really paying off, or that his new haircut really suits him. Let him know that he's the only man for you, and that you feel lucky to have him. Your guy should know that he can count on you no matter what and that you'll always be there for him when he needs you. Be his safety net when he needs it -- back him up if he wants to take a risk with a new business idea, support him if he's having family issues and be his shoulder to cry on when something bad happens. Being in a loving relationship is about sticking it out through the bad times as well as the good -- so don't be a fair-weathered girlfriend! | Trust him. Make him feel good. Be a good listener. Boost his ego. Let him know he can count on you. |
Since this greenhouse is modular and the size is completely up to you, the number and lengths of the necessary pipes will vary to a certain degree. You will need to measure the dimensions that you want and determine the amount of pipe that you need from that. Try to break up the larger structure into 2’ sections. This will give your greenhouse greater stability and strength. Use relatively thin PVC pipe, no more than 1.5” wide. A good size to use would be closer to ¾”. Also, be sure that your joints and PVC pipe are sized so that they will fit together. This should be labeled, but you can test in the hardware store to be sure or you can ask a hardware store employee for help and advice. You will form the base and the walls together, out of connected sections of pipe. Begin by connecting vertical pipe sections at two foot intervals to horizontal pipe sections with T pipe joints. Form corners in the horizontal bottom section by attaching a T joint to an elbow joint with a very small section of pipe. When you are done, you should have a horizontal rectangle or square base with posts coming up from the T joints at regular intervals. The corner posts should come from the the last T joint on the long sides, with the elbow joints and short side of the base protruding out from the “wall”. Next, you will need to connect the wall pipes to the roof pipes and form a roof. It is important that the roof not be flat across, as this will diminish the amount of light which can get through, as well as cause rain and snow to build up on top of your structure. Form the central roof structure by creating a line of PVC pipe identical to one long side of the base. The pieces should be connected with four-way joints at the same intervals as your wall posts, except for the ends which will be capped in T joints. From the T joints and four-way joints, place short sections of pipe and cap them in 45° joints. Next, place 45° joints at the top of each of your wall posts. After that you will need to measure how much pipe you need to join the 45° joints of the wall to the 45° joints of the central roof structure. Cut this pipe once measured and fit it between each of the 45° joints. Place the greenhouse on the raised or ground bed that you want to cover. You can attach it to the ground with stakes and ties or to a raised bed with a conduit anchor but be sure to only attach one long side. This will allow you to lift the structure to water and care for your plants. The final step will be to cover the structure with plastic or cloth, depending on why you need the cover to begin with. If using sheet plastic, use thin clear plastic and cover the whole structure with one large sheet if possible. Whatever material you use, wrap the structure and then secure with tape (duct or packaging). You’re done! | Get PVC pipe and joints. Connect wall pipes. Connect roof pipes. Place on the bed. Cover. |
Check various locations that have faucets. The kitchen, the bathroom, basement and outdoor faucets, and hose hookups are common areas where fixture specific low water pressure can occur. Run water in all faucets and showers in your home to identify if there is are one or multiple problem problem areas or to determine that all locations have low water pressure. Run both hot and cold water through all faucets. If your water pressure is low only with hot water, the issue is likely your water heater. Your problem might only affect one or two locations. In this case, the source of the low water pressure is likely a clogged faucet or aerator. Remove the end of the faucet. Examine your aerator. Check to make sure there are no debris or buildup. If the aerator needs to be cleaned, soak it in a water-vinegar solution. If that doesn't work, buy a replacement. These are very inexpensive. Aerators are sold with different rates of water flow, so you can also try buying one with a higher rate of flow. Turn the water on before you replace the aerator. If the water flow is not restored to normal, the source of low water pressure is likely not the specific faucet but an overall problem. If you can't pinpoint the cause of your low water pressure to just one or two faucets in the house, its probably an overall problem. Check the PRV and water shut off valves in your home. This is often the cause of low water pressure. Look for water leaks. A leaking toilet or water main can cause low water pressure. Check your water heater. If you only have low water pressure when you are running hot water, it is likely due to your hot water shut-off valve on your water heater. | Determine if all locations within your home or office have low water pressure. Check the faucet if you only have low water pressure in a particular location. Look for other sources of low water pressure. |
If you’re defrosting all of the fish, discard the plastic wrapping and any paper or foil packaging that it came in. If you’re defrosting 1 or a few pieces from a larger package, remove the ones you want, reseal the packaging, and return it to the freezer. Microwave defrosting is the quickest method, but it's not highly recommended. The salmon will certainly be safe to cook and eat, but it may end up tough and dry or unevenly heated. Stop defrosting the fish when it's mostly pliable but still contains a few frozen patches. Feel the fish to check on its progress. If needed, keep defrosting it for 30 seconds at a time until it reaches this stage. After handling the raw seafood, wash your hands thoroughly with soap. Avoid overdoing the microwave defrosting. If you keep it in for too long, it may start to cook unevenly or dry out. | Take the frozen salmon out of its packaging 10 minutes before cooking it. Remove the salmon from the microwave before it’s totally thawed. |
If you have a stress response syndrome, you may be at a higher risk for suicidal thoughts and/or behaviors. If you are concerned about your safety, call emergency services. You may also dial a suicide hotline or phone a friend or family member to talk to and help you. Take any suicidal thoughts or behaviors seriously. For more information, check out How to Recognize the Warning Signs of Suicide. If you suspect that you have a stress response syndrome, avoid using any substances. You may be at a higher risk for substance use or abuse. When dealing with stress, using drugs, alcohol, and other mind-altering substances is not a healthy way to cope. When experiencing severe stress, stay away from all substances, as they can cause more damage in the long-run. Avoid taking pills or painkillers if they are not prescribed to you at this time. Stress response syndrome can prolong any existing medical problems or disorders. It can also interfere with medical treatment. If you have a health condition, make sure you receive adequate treatment and keep up with medications, visits to your medical provider, and any necessary care you may need. This can help ensure that your illness is not prolonged. If the stress response syndrome does not decrease, a therapist or psychologist may evaluate you for another disorder. For example, if your symptoms persist, your therapist may assess you for major depressive disorder, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, or another diagnosis that best suits your symptoms. Having a proper diagnosis aids treatment and guides the path of recovery. For instance, if you develop nightmares related to the stressor or experience flashbacks, you may receive treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder. | Watch out for suicidal thoughts. Avoid using substances. Receive appropriate medical treatment as necessary. Recognize persistent problems. |
Use the International Direct Dialing (IDD) number for the U.S. before dialing any other numbers. This signals that the phone number you will dial next is outside of the United States. Remember that “011” is the prefix for only the North American Numbering Plan. If you are placing a call from a country other than the U.S., you will need to find the IDD for that country. Sometimes international phone numbers will be listed with a “+” symbol before the digits of the phone number. If you are dialing from a cell phone, you can use the “+” symbol (typically found on the same key as the “0”) in place of “011.” Or just replace the “+” with “011” if you wish. Determine the country code for the country you are calling to. This number will vary depending on what the country of origin is for the number you wish to dial, but it will always have 1-3 digits. As an example, if you were calling a phone number in Australia, the country code is “61.” So, you would dial 011 (IDD number) then 61 (country code). Note that some countries share a country code. For instance, the United States, Canada, most of the Caribbean, Guam, and other U.S. territories all share the country code “1.” There may also be a number added to the country code if the given country has a different method for calling a mobile phone rather than a landline. For instance, in Mexico, you must dial “1” after the country code (“52”) to reach a mobile phone number. After the international dialing code and country code, you will dial the city code or area code, typically given as part of the local number. This narrows down the phone number to a specific city or region within the country you’re calling to. The city/area code can be a number between 1-3 digits long. Note that smaller countries may not use city or area codes at all, in which case you will dial whatever phone number is given. Note that if a city/area code is not given to you, you should ask for it from the individual that holds the phone number rather than look it up based on location. Someone's current address or home city may not be the same as their area code, because a phone can be purchased in a different area code than where it is used. Dial the remaining digits of the phone number you were given after you have put in the IDD number, country code, and city/area code. Then press the call button on your phone to place the call. Note that a phone number from another country may have more or fewer digits than the standard 7 numbers in a domestic U.S. phone number. If a “0” is given before the phone number you are meant to call, omit this and dial the following phone number. The zero is a “trunk code” meant for domestic calls within many countries, but is not used for placing international calls. For a complete example, say you are calling the British Museum in London, England in the United Kingdom. To call from the U.S., you use the IDD number “011.” The country code for the UK is “44,” and the area code for London is “20.” The rest of the phone number is “7323 8299.” So, in total, you would dial 011 44 20 7323 8299 to place your call to the museum. | Dial “011” on your keypad. Put in the country code next. Dial the city/area code, if applicable. Input the remaining digits of the phone number. |
Sweet potato slips need a bit more space than some other garden vegetables, so dig your holes 12–24 inches (30.5–61.0 cm) apart each. They need be only as deep as the root ball on the bottom of the slips and about ½ an inch up the base of the plant. Place each small slip in your pre-dug holes and cover the stems with soil about ½ of an inch up the base. The leafy part of the potato plant will begin to sprawl in vines outwards while the roots will produce the tubers between 6–12 inches (15.2–30.5 cm) deep in the soil. Protect your sweet potatoes from cold weather by adding your chosen mulch to the top. This will also help to block out weeds and prevent too much vine growth, which steal energy from tuber growth. At first planting the sweet potatoes will require a lot of water. Over time, you should reduce the amount that you water them until they receive moisture only about once a week. Begin watering daily, knocking off days from your watering schedule as each week progresses. Sweet potatoes have a relatively long fruiting period, becoming ripe and ready to harvest in the early fall (hence their association with Thanksgiving). Continue watering on a weekly basis, and weeding the beds if necessary to keep the plants healthy. After about 120 days after planting, the sweet potatoes should have reached full maturity. When possible, wait until the last possible time (the last warm weather before a frost) to harvest the sweet potatoes, as this will result in larger and more tasteful tubers. One of the most important steps, sweet potatoes must be cured after harvest. This will help them to develop their flavor (they won't have much immediately after being dug up) and to grow a tougher skin - literally. Place the sweet potatoes in an area with a temperature of 85–95 °F (29–35 °C) with 80-90% humidity for 5-10 days. After this, they should be ready to eat! Consider using a small space heater and a humidifier in a large closet or small room to cure the potatoes. One of the best things about these lovely tubers is that they will remain fresh and good to eat for many months if stored properly. Keep the potatoes in temperatures hovering around 70 degrees (that means no refrigeration!) in an open, dry area. Never store your sweet potatoes in a plastic bag or tightly sealed container. | Dig your holes. Plant your potatoes. Add your mulch. Water the plants. Wait for the tubers to develop. Harvest the sweet potatoes. Cure the sweet potatoes. Store your sweet potatoes. |
Teeth grinding can be a sign that your child is stressed or anxious about something. Helping your child to relax may be the key to getting your child to stop grinding his/her teeth. As mentioned in the previous step, teeth grinding can be a sign that your child is stressed. Helping your child to relax for bed may reduce how often he/she grinds his/her teeth. Create a routine that involves relaxing activities before bedtime. These activities could include: Taking a warm bath. Listening to soothing music. Reading a book. Telling your child stories or singing lullabies. Dimming the lights and making the room cooler can help your child to sleep more peacefully, and thus stop grinding his/her teeth. To make your child's bedroom relaxing and peaceful: Keep the lights dim. Instead of using bright fluorescent bulbs, set your child's room up with some dim bulbs that you can be turned on at night. Keep the temperature down. Most people tend to sleep better when the temperature in their bedroom is lower (around 65° F or 18° C). Make sure your child's bed is comfortable. If your child is starting to outgrow his/her bed, you may want to consider getting him a larger one that he/she can grow into. Having a comfortable bed can help your child sleep better. Warm temperatures can create good blood flow. If you hold a warm, wet washcloth to your child's face, you will help his/her jaw muscles to relax by creating good blood flow to the area. This will help your child's jaw to relax and will make him/her less likely to clench his/her teeth together while he sleeps. Run the washcloth under warm water. Make sure to test the cloth against your own skin first to make sure that it is not too hot. Hold the cloth over your child's jaw. Once the washcloth has cooled, run it under the water again and switch it to the other side of your child's jaw. | Understand that stress can cause bruxism. Create a relaxing bedtime routine for your child. Make your child’s bedroom feel peaceful. Hold a warm washcloth to your child’s jaw before bed. |
A shadow box is a deep frame that will allow you to add thick or folded articles of clothing or 3-dimensional objects such as the baby's first pacifier. Using a shadow box will allow you to frame almost anything of the baby's that you want to display. Shadow boxes come in many colors and styles. For a minimalist look, you can choose a shadow box that is only a glass case, with no framing. To match your decor and create a bigger statement-piece, look for a shadow box that has a thicker, more ornate frame around the edge. Using a regular picture frame without glass creates a fun effect when you hang the frame on the wall. For example, if you mounted your baby's first shoes to a glassless frame, it would look like framed shoes from the front, but look like the shoes were emerging from the wall when viewed from the side. Aside from shoes, you could also frame toys in a glassless frame—sentimental items such as a ball or stuffed animal that your child really loved would be great options. You can choose a frame that is as simple or ornate as you like. Decide where you want to hang the clothes before you buy the frame. Then, choose a frame style and color that matches the rest of your decor in that space. If you are just framing a t-shirt or something that folds or lays very flat, you can also choose to leave the glass in. To determine what size frame you will need, lay out your outfit and accessories on the table in roughly the way you want them to look in the frame. Then, use a tape measure to find the length, width, and depth of the items. Finally, select a frame that is as close to those measurements as you can find. If a frame of the exact size is not available, it is better to choose one that is slightly larger. If you go smaller, you may not be able to include all the objects you want. | Select a shadow box with a glass front for most cases. Use a regular picture frame with the glass removed for shoes or large 3-D objects. Pick a frame that's an appropriate size and depth for your items. |
While IQ tests are imperfect and are not an objective way of determining intelligence, they can provide a ballpark indicator of a person's potential intelligence. You can work with your child's school to facilitate the IQ test. If the school can't provide the test, they can put you in touch with a child psychologist or therapist who can provide the test. In order to have a learning disability, your child must test as being of average or above average intelligence. This might be on reading, writing, math or a combination of all 3 subjects. The standardized test will evaluate your child's academic performance and help qualify the amount of knowledge they have understood, remembered, and are able to reproduce. If your child scores low on both the IQ test and the standardized achievement test, they will most likely not be diagnosed as having a learning disability. The same situation applies if the child scores high on both tests. The IQ test identifies your child's potential achievement, while the standardized test measures your child's actual achievement. Therefore, if your child tests 115 on the IQ test but only 95 on the standardized test, there is a gap of 20 points between potential and achievement. This may indicate a learning disability. A learning disability can be established when there is a large difference between the IQ score and the standardized test score. | Assess your child’s intelligence potential through an IQ test. Ask the school to administer a standardized achievement test. Compare the test scores with the help of a counselor. |
Line up the holes in the toilet base with the 2 bolts that protrude from the flange. Once the toilet is resting on the flange, press down firmly near the back of the bowl rim to deform the wax ring and seal the connection. This process is the same whether you pressed the wax ring to the underside of the toilet or placed it on top of the flange. Put a plastic washer onto each bolt first, then follow with a metal one. After that, hand-tighten the nuts clockwise before using a crescent or socket wrench to tightly secure them. If you have plastic caps that cover the bolts, just snap them in place. If the bolts are too long, however, you may need to trim them with a hacksaw so that the plastic caps will fit over them. Hand-tighten the coupling at the end of the braided metal supply hose onto the connection point on the underside of the toilet tank. Use a crescent wrench or adjustable pliers to finish tightening the coupling, if needed. Plastic couplings are usually only intended to be hand-tightened, while metal ones can be tightened with a wrench or pliers. Turn the oval-shaped valve counterclockwise to turn the water back on. You’ll hear the toilet tank begin to fill. While the tank fills, check for leaks at the connection point between the supply line and the toilet tank. Carefully check the floor around the base of the toilet. If it stays dry, you’re all set. If you see any water seeping out, you’ll need to remove the toilet and try again—or call a plumber. | Set the toilet straight down on top of the flange. Place the washers and nuts onto the exposed bolts. Reconnect the water supply hose. Turn on the water supply to the toilet. Flush the toilet multiple times to check for leaks. |
Sit on the floor with both legs extended straight out in front of you. Lean forward and reach for your toes with your arms outstretched all the way. Stretch only until you feel a minor burn in your leg muscles, and then hold it for 30 seconds. If you are new to stretching, start slowly; take your time. Do this stretch every day. Kneel with both knees on the ground, but don't sit back. Extend your right leg forward until it is completely straight in front of you, with your heel on the ground. Lean down and place your fingers on the floor to either side of you. If this burns, hold this position. If not, scoot your heel forward until it does, and then hold. Repeat with the other leg. Perform this stretch every day until your legs are both flat on the floor and you are sitting comfortably. But please do not push yourself while doing the splits, as you may injure yourself. Allow yourself several weeks to reach a split. Go slowly and carefully to avoid a pulled muscle. Go into a right split with your right leg forward and your left leg back. Place one pillow beneath your right foot. Once the burn fades away, place a second pillow underneath it and hold. Remove both pillows and repeat for your back foot. Switch legs and repeat. | Start stretching. Stretch for the split. Push your flexibility further. |
Being with your family and friends can improve your mood. However, they might not visit as often as you'd like because they're not sure what you want. Call, text, or message people to tell them you want visitors. Specify the best times to visit and ask them to come. Say, “I really want to see my family right now. Please visit me around dinner time so we can talk. Which days this week are you available?” Sharing your feelings will help you feel more at peace. Additionally, it gives your family and friends great memories to cherish. Make a list of the people you want to talk to before you go. Then, start checking them off. For instance, tell family and friends how much you love them. Say, “Thank you,” to people you need to thank. Forgive people who hurt you in the past. Apologize for mistakes you made. Think about your life and your best memories. Talk to your friends and relatives about your experiences and what they meant to you. If you can, look at photos to help you remember what was important to you in life. This will help you realize how full and meaningful your life truly was, which can help you be at peace. Identify activities or experiences that you can still enjoy in your final days. Then, reach out to friends and family to make these things happen. Don't stress about checking items off. Just enjoy the time you have by doing the things that are possible. For example, drive to the Grand Canyon, watch the sunset on the West Coast, or go on a cruise. | Invite your friends and family to visit as often as they can. Tell the people you care about how you feel. Identify the relationships and experiences that gave your life meaning. Check items off your bucket list if you can. |
Use a headband, hair band, or bobby pins to pull back your hair and bangs so your face is fully exposed. You don't want it to get in the way during your facial. Use your favourite facial cleanser to remove make-up and wash your face. Use warm water, instead of cold or hot, since warm water is the best temperature for delicate facial skin. Be sure to remove all of your make-up before you continue with the facial. If you're in the mood to try something new, use the oil cleansing method to wash your face. Apply almond, jojoba or olive oil to your face, then wipe it away with warm water. This is an excellent way to remove make-up without damaging skin. Dead skin cells build up on the face and leave it looking a little dull. Ex-foliating your skin to brighten it up is an essential part of any facial routine. Use your favourite facial scrub to gently rub away the dead skin. If you don't have a scrub, you can make your own. Try these simple combinations: 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1 teaspoon milk 1 teaspoon ground oatmeal, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 teaspoon ground almonds, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1 teaspoon water Give your face a final rinse to remove all traces of your facial scrub. You may need to use a washcloth dipped in warm water to remove scrub from around your eyes and nose. Finish by patting your face dry with a soft towel. Massage increases circulation, leading to brighter, healthier skin. Now that your face is clean, give yourself a massage before moving to the next phase of your facial. Use your forefinger and middle finger to massage your face in a gentle circular motion. Massage your forehead, starting in the middle and moving down to the temples. Massage your nose and cheeks. Massage your lips, chin, and jaw. | Pull your hair back from your face. Wash your face with gentle cleanser. Use a facial scrub or another exfoliant. Rinse your face and pat it dry. Give yourself a facial massage. |
This is the foundation of your track. The bassline will be the lowest tone in the track, generally a drum or keyboard tone. It is often repetitive and steady, though some basslines are characterized by more complex structure, like drum and bass, which uses a syncopated beat. Use the steady beat of a kick drum to create a basic bassline. Count rhythms and add in offbeats, like a sixteenth note run on the second and fourth beats of your bassline. You never know what you’ll come up with when making your bassline. Let your instincts guide you. Don't attempt for perfection; creating a starting point is the goal of this step. Drums and cymbals give a lot of punch to the tracks you produce. A steady kick drum (or bass drum) might work for the main bassline, but a drumroll on a snare drum or the clap of a high-hat will add more depth to your bassline. These percussion riffs generally occur at regular intervals or as part of loops throughout a track. The frequency of these will depend on your style and preference. The through line of your bass will be the repeated, steady theme of the bass part. This, however, will change at times to showcase solos, to highlight parts, to spotlight instrumental duets or vocals, and so on. These digressions keep your bassline from becoming too repetitive and boring. A bridge is a connecting musical interlude to the main through line of a song, usually occurring in the middle of the song. Experiment with changes in rhythm, melody, and more when including bridges in your tracks. Be careful not to add too many parts to your bassline. Too much instrumental variety can result in a muddy sound. Two to three instruments here would be most suitable to start with. Use simple, repeatable patterns. | Create the bassline. Incorporate supplemental percussion for variety. Loop the through line of the bass and plan for digressions, if desired. |
A salutation is what you write at the very beginning of the letter to let the reader know the letter is meant for them. If you are writing your letter to someone you don't know this part will need to be formal. On the other hand, if you’re writing to someone you know well, you don't have to be so formal. Remember not to be too casual though as it is important to be polite. When writing to someone you don't know, you should say: “Dear Mr./Ms. [the last name of the person your are writing to].” In a less formal letter, you could say, “Dear [the first name of the person].” Regardless of whom you're writing to, always begin with “Dear.” A valediction (also known as a closing) is the part of the letter where you wish them well in some way, and include your name. Some common closings that you could use include, “Best regards,” “Kind regards,” “Respectfully yours,” or simply “Sincerely.” If you're handwriting the letter, print your name carefully a few lines below the valediction, then sign your name in between these spaces. If you're typing the letter, enter a few spaces between the valediction and your name, then print the letter out. Sign it by hand before sending it out. At the bottom of your letter, underneath your name, include your phone number, email address, and any other way that they can get in contact with you. You should definitely include an email address or phone number, if you have one. If you are hoping for a response via mail, make sure to write your name and address neatly on the outside of the envelope. If you're hoping for a written response through the mail, include a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your letter. This way, the advice giver will only have to write their response and place it in the envelope provided before sending it back to you. | Include a salutation. Include a valediction. Include contact information. |
If you do not wish to make a string of beads but would rather attach charms or beads to a chain, then purchasing a chain will be very important. These come in a variety of sizes and can be further trimmed down with wire cutters or pliers. There are many different types of claps. You will have to choose what is best for your project, based on what type of jewelry it is as well as the size and weight of the string and beads. Clasps can also be chosen for aesthetic appeal or they can be left simple and downplayed. Lobster clasp. The most common clasp for necklaces and bracelets in recent years, the lobster clasp is fairly strong and easy to use. Toggle. Toggles are good for a more streamlined, modern look. They are especially appropriate for pieces with a chunky appearance. These are simple clasps which are easy to use but less secure than some others. Barrel clasp. This is a very secure clasp which consists of two tube shapes pieces which screw together. It is best used on necklaces, however, as there is a certain level of dexterity involved in closing it. Hook and eye. A simple clasp and one easily made yourself with the proper tools, the hook and eye consists of a hook and loop. This is less secure and best used on heavy necklaces which have the weight to hold the clasp closed. Frequently used in jewelry-making, beads can provide interest for a simple chain or they can be strung together to back up a more opulent pendant. Beads can be inexpensive or pricey depending on their material and they do come in a very wide range of materials. Beads can be found in all colors and made from ranging materials: plastic, glass, wood, shell, bone, stone, clay, polymer, and a wide variety of other materials as well. You may wish to give your jewelry a bit of bling and use either real or fake gemstones. Be sure that if you plan to use stones, you have the proper setting with which to place it on your project. Gems can be relatively less expensive or highly expensive, depending on the size, type and quality of the stone. Common gemstones used in jewelry include diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds, amethyst, opal, and topaz. In order to string together beads, charms and pendants, you will need some sort of material that is appropriately strong and flexible. Depending on the weight of your item and how you intend it to be closed, you can use wire, elastic string, twine, fishing line, or any other number of materials. You will need larger gauge, much less flexible wire in order to make many components of jewelry items. Examples include chain rings, posts, connecting bars, and spacers. Be sure to check the gauge of wire before purchasing it to be sure that it is right for your project. You will want and need several tools in order to make moderate to complex pieces of jewelry. If your project requires working with any metal, tools will certainly be required. Be sure that your tools are high quality and sharp. Dull tools are a common way to hurt yourself. Get a complete set of pliers. Many different types of pliers are required to create different aspects of jewelry pieces. These include nylon jaw pliers, round nose pliers, chain nose pliers, and bent chain nose pliers. Scissors and wire cutters. Have tools appropriate and at hand for all of your cutting needs. Scissors should be used for fishing line and elastic string. Always use wire cutters for cutting wire, as attempting to use scissors will likely only end in injury. | Get chains. Get clasps. Think about getting beads. Use gems for flourish. Buy string. Buy wire for structure. Buy the right tools. |
This softens the noodles to prepare them for cooking. If you're using fresh, rather than dried, noodles, you can skip the soaking step. The boiling time will vary according to the style of the rice noodle. They cook very quickly, and are ready when they're just soft. Rice stick-style noodles should boil for about 5 minutes. Vermicelli-style rice noodles will need to boil for only about 2 minutes. Pour them into a colander to drain the hot water. Use the noodles in salad or soup. Deep fried rice vermicelli is also a popular dish. These noodles can be shaped into a bird's nest presentation when freshly removed from hot oil. | Soak dried rice noodles in cold water for 30 minutes. Drain the noodles. Bring a pot of water to boil. Add the noodles to the boiling water. Drain the noodles. Serve the noodles. |
PACER is the federal government website that provides access to court records from the federal district courts, courts of appeals, and bankruptcy courts. If you want to access United States Supreme Court records, which includes published opinions and oral argument audio files, visit the United States Supreme Court website. There you will be able to easily access all the information you need by clicking on the tabs at the top of the webpage. You will not need to log in or pay any fee to access this information. Once you arrive at the PACER website, you must register and create an account. In order to do so, click on the "Register" button found at the top of the homepage. Follow the directions on the screen and complete your registration. You will have the ability to create an account that fits your needs and PACER has registration options for attorneys and non-attorneys alike. Following the directions will allow you to customize your account settings as necessary. While there is no registration fee, there is a fee for every file viewed, downloaded, or printed. If you would like instant access to court documents, you will have to provide your credit card information during registration. However, if you do not provide your credit card information during registration, an activation code will be mailed to you within 7-10 business days. Once you have registered and received your login information, you will have access to the PACER site. You can log in to PACER by going to the main page and clicking the "log in" button at the top right of your screen. Once you have logged in, you can search for a document. If you know the location of your case, go to the court links page. From there you can select the case that you want. If you do not know where your case is located, you can search for it using the case locator. When you access the case locator, follow the on-screen prompts to search for a variety of cases and documents. You will be able to search for cases by their case number, case title, date it was filed or date it was closed, party names, or even by the region in which your case was filed in. If you ever need help understanding the search criteria, you can always access the PACER User Manual here. Once you have searched for and found the court record(s) you need, you will have to pay the required fee. PACER will charge you $0.10 per page whether you view, download, or print the document. The charges for any single document is capped at $3.00 or 30 pages. Be careful when you are searching on the PACER site because charges can build up quickly. Only search and access the court records you absolutely need. Fees will be waived if you spend less than $15.00 in a quarter. | Visit the Public Access to Court Electronic Records website (PACER). Establish a PACER account. Search for documents. Pay the required fee. |
Peroxide is an antibacterial agent that can clean the entire mouth and gums. To make an oral mouth rinse with it, mix an 8 ounce cup of water with the same amount of hydrogen peroxide. Swish for one minute and rinse. Baking soda may also be used in a DIY toothpaste by mixing a small amount of baking soda with water to make a paste that removes more plaque from your teeth. To use the baking soda paste to safely whiten your teeth, brush for 15 seconds. Because baking soda is a gritty substance, it is abrasive to tooth enamel. The paste should have a runny consistency, so make sure that you mixed in enough hydrogen peroxide. Rub the paste on your teeth for a minute and rinse thoroughly with water. Mash up strawberries for teeth strengthening and whitening if you drink a lot of tea. When mashing, crush four or five strawberries, rub the mixture on your teeth and then rinse with water. A more thorough method for using strawberries is by mixing them mashed up with baking soda, spreading the mix on your teeth with a toothbrush, leave it on for five minutes and then rinse it off. Because strawberries do contain sugar, brush your teeth with regular toothpaste right after this routine. How does something as messy as charcoal whiten your teeth? Activated charcoal often used on poison victims in the hospital, and the same absorbent properties that allows it to bind to poisons in the stomach also lets it pull out stains, bacteria and toxins from the mouth. You should use charcoal once daily, three days in a row, or five days in a row for more severely stained teeth. First, use an old toothbrush, because it's going to get messy from the charcoal, and you don't want to sacrifice your good toothbrush. With the toothbrush placed on a paper towel, put the charcoal powder on the bristles and start brushing. Brush 3-5 minutes, spitting into a cup, rather than the sink, and thoroughly rinse your mouth with water. Dump your cup into the toilet to avoid a mess in the sink. | Rinse with 3% hydrogen peroxide to remove stains. Make a paste from strawberries to whiten your teeth. Brush your teeth with activated charcoal to remove stains. |
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