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It doesn't get any easier than this! Simply drape the scarf around your neck, leaving the ends hanging loose down your front. Make sure to adjust the ends until they are equal lengths, then you're ready to go. This quick style is perfect for days when you need extra warmth but don't want the bulk of a scarf around your throat. This works best with blanket scarves, folded lengthwise or rolled triangle-style. Put together a stylish, relaxed outfit by draping a long gray plaid blanket scarf over a black longline coat, a white top, distressed light wash boyfriend jeans, and some nice white sneakers. Fold your oversized scarf into a triangle in front of you, then cross the ends behind your head and pull them forward. Adjust the scarf so that the tip of the triangle and the ends are the same length, then tie the ends in a single loose knot, resting on top of the scarf. If you prefer a simpler look, you can also tie the ends in the back, behind your head. This look works best with a large, square-shaped scarf. Rock this look by putting together a handkerchief-style tartan scarf, a black leather jacket, a gray t-shirt, loose-fitting jeans, and black ankle boots. This style is another super-easy option that adds a stylish, polished touch to an outfit. Take a long, rectangle-shaped scarf or a large square scarf, folded triangle-style, and wrap it around your shoulders like a shawl. Let the ends hang loose down the front. You could wear a long black-and-gray patterned scarf, shawl-style, over some sleek white trousers, a white turtleneck, and dark gray heeled boots for a chic, professional outfit. You can also add a belt to cinch in the scarf at your waist for a more silhouette-flattering effect. Drape the length of the scarf around your neck, letting both ends hang in the front. Take one of the ends and drape it over your shoulder so it hangs down your back, giving you a windswept, on-the-go look. This style will also keep the scarf close to your neck and provide some extra warmth for cold weather. Use this technique with a gray and cream plaid blanket scarf. Complete the look with a dark gray longline coat, an oversized light gray sweater, black leather leggings, and some black pointy-toed heels. Wrap a long blanket scarf around your neck once, bring the ends to the front. Loosen the loop around your neck and tuck both ends through it. Straighten up the ends for a clean, layered finished product. Use this technique on a red patterned scarf and add a white long-sleeved shirt, a tan bomber jacket, black slim-fit pants, and black ankle boots. | Drape the scarf around your neck for an easy, stylish look. Wrap your scarf handkerchief-style for a casual look. Wear your blanket scarf shawl-style for extra comfort and warmth. Toss one end over your shoulder for a classic winter look. Tuck the ends into the neck of the scarf for a simple, neat look. |
Think about whether you feel comfortable and safe in your living conditions. If you feel your housing is not safe or stable, this can negatively affect your quality of life. You also may not feel your living area is comfortable due to high crime, a lack of community, or rising housing costs. Consider questions like: "Is your living condition within your means and income?" "Do you feel your living conditions are sound and stable?" "Do you feel safe in your neighborhood or area?" Your quality of life can also be measured by how easy it is for you to get treatment for any health issues or to make an appointment with your doctor. If your quality of life is high, you should not feel worried about being able to afford healthcare or to get medical treatment for an issue when you need it. You should also feel you have access to education that is high quality and affordable, especially higher education. You should be able to go to school and get a good education without having to worry about debt, funding, or your safety. Personal security and safety is another key aspect of a high quality of life. You should feel you are physically safe, where you do not have to worry about experiencing violence when you are in public or at home. You should also have economic safety, where you feel you have a good income and enough financial support to live. Things like war, conflict, and famine can all negatively affect your sense of security and safety. High crime can also make you feel less secure or safe in your country. On a social level, your quality of life is often high if you have a strong sense of community and good interpersonal relationships. You may be close to your family or cultivate strong friendships in person and online. You may have strong ties to members of your community and your neighbors. You should also feel you have a handful of people you can count on and reach out to when you need help or support. A feeling of community and strong social ties can often boost your quality of life, even if you do not have a high income or an ideal living situation. Another key aspect of a high quality of life is feeling like you have clear goals and aspirations in life. You should feel your life has meaning beyond day to day habits or rituals. You may find a sense of purpose in your job, your community, or your work. Having a strong sense of purpose and meaning often translates to a high quality of life, especially long-term. If you feel you do not have a strong sense of purpose or meaning, you may try investing in your social interactions or relationships to improve it. Often, focusing on one aspect of your quality of life and improving it can then improve your quality of life overall. | Examine the quality of your living conditions. Think about your access to healthcare and education. Evaluate how secure and safe you feel in your country. Analyze your social interactions and relationships. Think about your sense of purpose and meaning in life. |
Go to https://www.facebook.com/ in your computer's web browser. This will open your News Feed page if you're logged in. If you aren't logged in, enter your email address and password in the top-right side of the page before proceeding. Scroll through your News Feed until you find the post you want to share as a message. You can instead go to the profile of the person who created or shared the post by entering their name into the search box at the top of the Facebook page, pressing ↵ Enter, and clicking their profile picture. Make sure the post you want to share is either public (e.g., it has a globe icon below the post author's name) or from a friend with whom your message's recipient is also friends; otherwise, the recipient won't be able to see the post. This option is below the post. Clicking it prompts a drop-down menu. If you don't see the Share option, the post can't be shared as a message. It's in the drop-down menu. Doing so opens a pop-up window. Type the name of the friend to whom you want to send the post into the text box at the top of the window, then click their name when it appears in the drop-down menu. You can repeat this process with up to 149 more people (150 total recipients). If you want to add a note to the message (e.g., "Check out this video!"), click the "Say something about this" text box, then type in the message you want to include. Doing so sends a link to the post to each person you added to the chat. | Open Facebook. Go to the post you want to share. Click Share. Click Send as Message. Select a friend. Add a message if you like. Click Send. |
. Use either dried chamomile flowers or 3 to 4 tea bags to brew a very strong pot of tea. Allow it to cool once it has brewed. It should not be so hot to the touch it causes pain, as you'll be applying this to your scalp. Stand over the sink and pour the tea over your hair if you'd like to lighten your hair all over. Alternatively, apply the chamomile tea to the strands of your hair you wish to highlight. Allow the tea to dry in your hair by sitting out in the sun. There is no precise amount of time to sit, although longer is generally better. ash and condition your hair. Rinse the tea from your hair. Then, wash and condition it with moisturizing products. When your hair is dry, you'll see mild lightening and some highlights. You're unlikely to see dramatic results with chamomile tea right away. Chamomile usually gradually lightens your hair over time. You may need to try this method a few days in a row to get your desired results. | Brew a pot of chamomile tea Rinse your hair with the tea. Sit in the sun to let it react with the tea. . Repeat the process. |
Scratches on the inside of your glass can act as nucleation sites for bubbles to form. Thus scratches can cause your brew to lose carbonation. To avoid this, if your glasses have scratches, simply rinse them with water before filling. If you are using plastic cups scratches are not a problem. Do not pump for the first few pints. Just push down on the nozzle. The pressure already in the keg is more than enough to expel your beer. Do not worry, when the first pint is all foam. This is normal and beer will follow shortly. However you do want to make sure you deal with the foam properly. Foam begets more foam. Therefore, adding beer to the foam glass will only create more foam and waste more beer. So pour that first foam into a spare glass and let it settle before adding more. To minimize the head. Tilt your cup at a 45° angle as you first fill. This allows the beer to roll around the cup as it pours. As your glass fills you will return it to a vertical position. There is no rule governing how many pumps per pint you need. Instead monitor the flow of beer. If your beer is expelling too fast and you see foaming, do not pump anymore. Some kegs have a pressure release valve that you can open by pulling the metal ring attached to it. If your once-steady stream of beer has slowed to a drip. Give your keg a few pumps. | Get your cups. Start pouring. Set the foam aside. Pour the beer. Maintain the perfect pour. |
Make sure you know which model iPad you are using, since they have different types of ports (places to attach cables and other devices). If you using a first, second, or third generation iPad, you'll need an iPad Camera Connector. (This is included in the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit.) If you are using a fourth generation or later iPad, you'll need a Lightning to USB Camera Adapter. Make sure the camera is on and set to the correct mode for exporting images. A list of the camera's photos should soon display on your iPad. You can select Import All to transfer the whole camera's contents. Most cameras will prompt you to "Keep" or "Delete" the photos on your camera. If you select Delete, the imported photos will be removed from the camera or SD card. | Find and attach the correct adapter. Connect your camera to the adapter using the camera's USB cable. Tap the photos you wish to import. |
The basic cleaning section gives instructions for applying any cleaning product. If you use any of these solutions, follow the instructions in the cleaning section, blotting the carpet with a sponge or cloth dampened with one of these materials instead of a commercial product. Rubbing alcohol, or isopropyl alcohol, is a powerful grease solvent, and may be your best bet if a commercial cleaning product does not work. Be careful not to use too much alcohol, as it could reach the backing of the carpet and damage it. Avoid circular motions while rubbing, which could damage the carpet texture by tearing its fibers. If you do not own rubbing alcohol, skip to the next step. It may be necessary to purchase some if you have persistent stains, however. Check that the nail polish remover is pure acetone, as other ingredients may have unexpected results on your carpet. While you are unlikely to suffer any harm when exposed to small amounts of acetone on skin or inhaled as fumes, it's a good idea to work in a ventilated are and keep the acetone product away from children and pets. You may apply acetone directly to the stain and let sit five minutes before blotting. Test in a less obvious corner of the carpet first to check for damage or discoloration. Vinegar contains a small quantity of acetic acid, which can be effective at dissolving grease. Only use white vinegar, not a dark or red variety, or you may add an additional stain. One of hairspray main ingredients is alcohol, but as with any complex product not intended for cleaning, the other ingredients could have an unpredictable effect. If other methods do not work and you do not have rubbing alcohol, spray a small amount of hairspray onto the stain and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes. Wipe the area with a wet, warm cloth. However, if the stain has spread, then use the spray application. Blot with water to diffuse the cleaning solution. | Use these options in place of commercial cleaning products. Sponge the stain with rubbing alcohol. Remove stains with nail polish remover. Try white vinegar. Use hairspray if rubbing alcohol is not available. Spot check for discoloration in an inconspicuous area. Stream spray if you can. Dab until the stain disappears. |
German Shepherds can be fairly aloof and reserved when first meeting new people. However, once the dog has formed a connection with their owner, they are extremely loyal. German Shepherds are usually friendly and loyal to their family, but can be protective if they feel threatened. German Shepherds are high energy dogs and they need lots of daily exercise. If a German Shepherd is left a lone for long periods of time it will likely become bored and destructive. For example, the dog may start barking, chewing things, or digging. Make sure that your German Shepherd receives at least 1 hour of exercise each day. This breed is highly intelligent and trainable. They like to have a job or task to do, and you can train a German Shepherd to do a variety of different jobs. For example, German Shepherd's are often used as "working" dogs, helping with search and rescue, drug sniffing and security, as well as providing aide and assistance to the visibly impaired. Take your German Shepherd to obedience classes to train the dog to follow commands and complete a variety of tasks. This is fun and stimulating for the dog. This breed is known to herd the sheep count them and keep them safe. This sense of possession make them apt for guarding a family. A pet can guard when he knows what all belongs to him and what does not. This ability helps a German Shepherd to differentiate between an enemy and the family. Protection to this breed comes naturally and that's why they are known as police dogs, too. German Shepherds are fantastic with your own kids and can act strange with the strangers and other kids. | Notice the dog's loyalty. Recognize the dog's energy level. See if the dog is trainable. See if the dog have sense of possession. |
Arrange the cod fillets in a single layer in a microwave-safe 11- by 7-inch (28- by 18-cm) baking dish. Cover the dish with a lid, paper towel, or microwave-safe plastic wrap. Keep the cod in a single layer in the baking dish. Do not stack the fillets since doing so will cause them to cook unevenly. If this dish is too large for your microwave oven, you may need to cook the cod in batches in a smaller dish. With the dish still covered, cook the cod for 6 minutes on full power. If your microwave does not have a rotating tray, pause the cooking process at the 3-minute mark and turn the dish 180 degrees before you continue cooking. Remove the baking dish from the microwave and uncover. Pour the broth and lemon juice into the dish and use a fork or spatula to flip the fillets over, coating both sides. Sprinkle the top of each fillet with the pepper and parsley. If desired, you could use other seasonings, like 1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) garlic powder, along with the pepper and parsley. Cover the dish once more and cook the fish for another 4 to 5 minutes, until it becomes opaque and can be easily flaked with a fork. If the microwave does not have a rotating tray, pause the cooking process halfway through and turn the dish 180 degrees before finishing the cooking process. Wait 5 minutes before transferring the cooked cod fillets onto individual serving platters. | Place the cod in a microwave-safe dish. Cook on high for 6 minutes. Add the broth, lemon juice, and seasonings. Cook on high for 4 to 5 minutes. Let stand before serving. |
Whether you're buying make-up or laundry detergent, it's important to read the labels on these items. You may be able to figure out whether or not they contain phthalates. Although companies are not required to list phthalates, many companies do promote when they do not use phthalates. Look for wording that says "phthalate-free" on your products. Also look for wording like "synthetic fragrance" as these are sure to contain phthalates. Phthalates are very widespread and found in many foods, plastic products, cosmetics and other household items. This can make it difficult to figure out how to avoid them. However, the EWG's Skin Deep Database is a useful resource to help you figure out where these harmful chemicals may be hiding. This website reviews a variety of chemicals including phthalates and lists what they are, what they're used for, products that contain them and possible side effects from exposure to them. Take a look at this website to see what products you use or currently own that are listed as containing phthalates. Also review the list of items that are phthalate free. You can use this to replace products you've previously purchased that did contain this harmful chemical. An easy way to avoid phthalates when it comes to scented items, is to choose natural or fragrance-free items. This will help limit your exposure to phthalates. Look for wording like: "made with only essential oils" or "non-synthetic fragrance." These will not contain phthalates. Also consider purchasing items that are fragrance-free. Soap bars, hand soap, body wash and lotions can be purchased without any fragrance. One of the most important places to avoid phthalates (and BPA as well) are baby bottles, pacifiers, teethers and other plastic items. You do not want your child being exposed to high levels of these harmful chemicals. Although a law passed in 2009 has banned some types of phthalates from baby products, if you have older toys or products or are getting hand-me-downs, they could still contain some of these chemicals. Glass bottles are recommended for infants and babies that cannot feed themselves yet. Also, consider using silicone bottle nipples. The plastic and latex nipples do contain phthalates and shouldn't be used to feed your child. Read the labels on all other plastic products your child may come into contact with. Look for phthalate and BPA-free. | Read the labels on all items. Check out EWG's Skin Deep Database. Only purchase items with natural fragrances. Be careful with baby bottles. |
Part of the beauty of cookie butter is that you can make it with practically any kind of cookie. That being said, you should think about whether your favorite cookie is ideal for turning into a spreadable substance. You want a variety that crumbles into coarse granules easily, rather than a chewy recipe which will just get mushy or pasty when blended. For example, snickerdoodles, sugar cookies, pecan sandies, and oatmeal cookies all make great selections for cookie butter. Fig newtons, cream pies, and chewy or fudgy cookies are ill-advised. Once you’ve measured out eight ounces (227 g) of cookies from their package, lay them out on a cheesecloth, paper towel, or chopping board. Lay another cloth on top of them and then crush them into coarse chunks. You can use your hands, a potato masher, a meat tenderizer, or any other implement that's handy. If you’ve used a cookie with a filling, such as Nutter Butters or Oreos, scrape off the filling before crushing the crunchy wafers. Once your cookies look roughly the size of bread crumbs, you can dump them in your blender to grind them into a fine powder. Use the pulse function and make sure the blender lid is screwed on tightly to avoid a powdery mess in the kitchen. Depending on your personal preferences, you can use either ½ cup vegetable oil (170 g) or ½ stick (56 g) in your cookie butter. Just be sure to drizzle the oil in gradually, or if you’re using butter, heat it up and melt it beforehand so that you spoon it in slowly. This will ensure that you distribute the butter or oil evenly throughout the crumbs. You want the finished product to look like a paste. Many cookbooks and food bloggers recommend using unsalted butter in your confections, but it's actually a matter of personal preference. Again, you can decide which ingredient you want to use depending on whether you prefer to bake with powdered sugar or condensed milk. Whichever one you use, measure out ½ cup (170 g). If you’re using sugar, scrape it off and down from the sides of the blender to make sure it gets into the mixture at the bottom rather than forming a residue on the walls. If your mixture still looks dry, add a little water until it reaches the desired consistency. If you’re unsure, try dabbing a bit onto a cracker or piece of bread and see if it spreads easily. Using a spatula or large spoon, scrape all of your spread into a glass or plastic jar that can be closed tightly with a lid. Put it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving. If you’ve got leftovers, no problem! Just pop your remaining cookie butter back in the fridge and keep it there for up to a week. | Select a crumbly cookie. Crush up your favorite cookies. Blend the cookie crumbs in a food processor. Add vegetable oil or butter. Sprinkle powdered sugar or sweetened condensed milk into the paste. Transfer the cookie butter into a lidded jar. |
Oftentimes, it is easiest to determine the range of a function by simply graphing it. Many root functions have a range of (-∞, 0] or [0, +∞) because the vertex of the sideways parabola is on the horizontal, x-axis. In this case, the function encompasses all of the positive y-values if the parabola goes up, or all of the negative y-values if the parabola goes down. Fraction functions will have asymptotes that define the range. Some root functions will start above or below the x-axis. In this case, the range is determined by the point the root function starts. If the parabola starts at y = -4 and goes up, then the range is [-4, +∞). The easiest way to graph a function is to use a graphing program or a graphing calculator. If you do not have a graphing calculator, you can draw a rough sketch of a graph by plugging x-values into the function and getting the corresponding y-values. Plot these coordinates on the graph to get an idea of the shape of the graph. Once you have graphed the function, you should be able to clearly see the lowest point of the graph. If there is no obvious minimum, know that some functions will continue on to -∞. A fraction function will include all points except those at the asymptote. They often have ranges such as (-∞, 6) U (6, ∞). Again, after graphing, you should be able to identify the maximum point of the function. Some functions will continue on to +∞ and therefore, will not have a maximum. Like the domain, the range is written with the same notation. Use a bracket when the number is included in the domain and use a parenthesis when the domain does not include the number. The letter U indicates a union that connects parts of a domain that may be separated by a gap. For example, a range of [-2, 10) U (10, 2] includes -2 and 2, but does not include number 10. Always use parentheses if you are a using the infinity symbol, ∞. | Graph the function. Find the minimum of the function. Determine the maximum of the function. Write the range with proper notation. |
If you want to change the relationship you have with your mom, don't be afraid to take the first step. IF both of you are waiting for the other one to initiate change, nothing will ever happen. Sometimes changing the relationship requires changing yourself. For example, if your relationship with your mother is strained because you have betrayed her trust, work on becoming more responsible and earning that trust back. The longer you wait to resolve conflicts, the worse they will become, so deal with your issues as soon as possible. Some things just aren't worth arguing over, so don't let these small things get in the way of the healthy relationship you are trying to build. If you are tempted to start arguing with your mom about something, take a moment to consider whether you would be better off just letting it go. This is usually the best strategy for small, inconsequential things. For example, if you and your mom disagree about what kind of party you should throw for your dad's birthday, you may want to just let it slide. Don't just brush aside issues that are really important to you. For example, if you and your mom disagree about what you should study at college, you should not disregard your own opinions just to avoid a conflict. No matter what the problems between you and your mom may be, try to look at the situation from her perspective and understand how she must feel. Being empathetic will help you get past quarrels that you have had with your mom and move on. Always take a moment to think about why your mom might feel the way she does. Keep in mind that her various life experiences will influence her opinions. Doing your best to understand where she is coming from is a great way to start having more empathy for your mom. It's important to keep in mind that your mom is a human being who makes mistakes, just like you. Don't expect her to be perfect. No matter what has happened between you and your mom in the past, you have the power to forgive her. Forgiving does not mean that you are condoning your mother's actions, but merely that you are willing to move past these actions and not let them interfere with your present-day relationship. If you want to let your mom know that you forgive her for something, be straightforward about it. For example, you might say something like, "I want to let you know that I was really hurt when you said negative things about my boyfriend, but I forgive you and I'd like to move on." Try to avoid bringing up conflicts from the past in present arguments. You can encourage your mother to forgive you as well. If your mother says or does something that hurts you, it's important to let her know how it made you feel. This will allow you to talk it out and resolve the issue before it turns into a big conflict. When you do this, avoid insulting your mother or accusing her of anything. Using "I" statements can help you focus on your feelings instead of her actions. For example, consider saying, "I feel like you are disappointed in me when you say things like that" instead of, "You never appreciate anything I do for you." If your mom lets you know that something you did or said hurt her, it's important to be understanding and try to work with her to correct the issue. If you and your mom aren't able to repair your relationship on your own, you may want to consider seeing a counselor together. A neutral party may be able to help you understand the obstacles that are keeping you from having the kind of relationship you want with your mom. | Don't wait around for change to happen. Pick your battles. Have empathy. Forgive your mom for past hurts. Tell her how you feel. Seek counseling for major issues. |
. Eye contact is very important in human-to-human interaction, but it has an added element when it comes to partner selection. When you meet your crush's eyes, you are demonstrating that you're into him or her without being obvious about it. Here are some ways not to do it: Avoid staring at the other person's body. It can be considered as "sexing", which isn't really comfortable for some people. A lingering glance is okay, though. Avoid staring into the eyes without a break. That's plain creepy! . It doesn't need to be long at first, and it definitely shouldn't be complicated or make your partner feel uncomfortable. Here are some tips: Don't make "you" the main topic of conversation. Your partner will think that you're arrogant and just a bit boring. Get him or her talking about him or herself. Not only will you learn about the other person, he or she will also enjoy the conversation and want to continue talking. Avoid talking about personal or touchy things, especially money, faith, and politics. Money is a general turn-off (especially boasting or acting desperate) while beliefs can be navigated a little later on, when you're both feeling a little more certain about one another. Nothing is more annoying that having someone that you're not interested in keep pursuing you. Watch the other person's body language for clues on how he or she is feeling about you. Some signals are deliberate while others are done instinctively, almost without the other person knowing it. If the person you're flirting with is a woman and she puts her purse between you and her or grips it tightly, she's sending you a signal that she's not interested in you. Another signal is the direction of the body. If his or her body faces away from you, even if it's just the angle of his or her legs, it's time to move on. He or she may also come right out and tell you that he or she is not interested. If this happens, then politely leave. | Make eye contact Start an easy conversation Know when to back off. |
Dip a paint brush into the mixture and apply the slurry to the wall in long, horizontal strokes. Try to maintain equal coverage until you’ve applied the slurry to the entire wall. Start from the top of the wall and work your way down to the bottom of the wall. Breaking up the wall into sections will help you get more even coats. Wait for three hours then come back to the wall and touch it with your hand. It should still be somewhat wet and sticky. Rinse out the bucket with the tanking slurry so that it doesn't harden to the container. Keep pets out of the area while the base coat dries. Tell people not to go into the room that has the tanking slurry on the walls or they may inhale the fumes from the tanking mixture. Read the instructions on the tanking mixture and create another container of tanking slurry. This will be used to lay down the second layer of tanking slurry to the wall. Mix the slurry in the same proportions that you did for the first layer. Use vertical strokes over the first coat of tanking slurry. This will help you get complete coverage over the wall. Lay down another 2mm (.86 inch) thick coat of tanking slurry to the wall. Restrict access to the room until the slurry dries. Don't wait longer than 24 hours after applying the first coat to apply the second coat of tanking slurry. Once you're done with the second coat, rinse out your bucket so that the slurry doesn't get stuck to it. The tanking mixture should take anywhere from 6-8 hours to dry. Come back to the tanking slurry and make sure that there are no more imperfections on your wall. The tanking slurry is usually a specific hue, so your walls will most likely be a different color than your floor or ceiling if you don't tank them as well. It's common that people who tank their walls will also tank their ceiling or floor. If you don't, you'll have to monitor these areas more carefully for moisture damage or mold buildup. If you tank your ceiling and floor, make sure that you tank the walls first, then the ceiling, and then the floor. To reach higher ceilings you'll have to use a paint roller on an extension pole. When tanking the floor, use a self-leveling mixture known as floor screed so the finished result is smooth and even. | Apply a 2mm (.86 inch) thick coat of tanking slurry to the wall. Work in small 2x2 foot (60.96x60.96 cm) sections. Let the base coat dry for three hours. Restrict access to the room. Create more of the tanking mixture. Apply a second coat of tanking slurry. Let the tanking mixture dry overnight. Consider tanking the ceiling and floor. |
Don't hit the snooze button, linger in bed, and watch TV at the very start of your day. You probably didn't factor in an extra 10 or 15 minutes in bed when you planned out what time you'd need to wake up in the morning in order to get to your scheduled events on time. By getting up late you are setting a pattern of lateness for the rest of the day. Those extra minutes in bed will add up and push everything else back, so get up as quickly as you can. Place your clock on the other side of the room to help force yourself to get out of bed. This gets you up and moving, and makes it impossible to hit the snooze button. Try stretching, splashing your face with water, and brushing your teeth right away to wake your body up more quickly. If you can't get out of bed on time, you may be going to bed too late. Go to sleep earlier to see if that helps. This makes it a lot easier to get up on time and helps you stay on task during the day. Unless you know otherwise, assume you need eight hours of sleep every night. For example, you might be under the impression that you take a 15-minute shower, assuming that starting at 6:30 you can leave at 6:45. But, what about the time you spend before and after the actual shower? It's quite possible you really spend 20 or even 30 minutes in the bathroom, and that's why you can never leave by 6:45. So, think about the things you do every day, and try to keep an estimate of how long it takes you. Time yourself a few days in a row to see how long it actual takes you to perform certain tasks. Use a stopwatch and record the times over the course of a week, then average the times so you'll have an accurate indication of how much time to plan for each activity. What do you get caught up doing that prevents you from getting out the door? "Time sinkholes," like getting distracted while checking emails, spending too long curling your hair, or stopping at a coffee shop on the way to work are often unnoticed by us, and can throw off daily planning. When you discover a sinkhole, try to change your habits around the activity to make it faster. For example, standing up while quickly checking your emails makes it hard to lose an hour randomly surfing the web. Set the time 5 minutes earlier than the actual time. This means you should always be at least 5 minutes early for an event or meeting. For instance, if you have to leave your house at 8 for work, tell yourself, "It's 7:20, I should be getting in the shower." "It's 7:35, I should be brushing my teeth." This will help keep you on track. It is useful to think up a morning schedule to get used to this habit. Consider printing out a schedule you can reference throughout the morning. Post it up in your bedroom, office, kitchen, and other places where you'll be sure to see it. Maybe you're often late because you schedule back-to-back appointments without leaving enough time in between to move from place to place. Examine your schedule and make sure each activity is buffered by several minutes before and after so you can spend that time traveling, resting, eating, and doing other things you need to do between appointments. If you tend to space out and forget what time it is, you probably need more clocks in your life. If you don't like wearing a watch, have your cellphone on hand at all times. Wall clocks are attention-grabbers that help people stay on task, too. Make sure all your clocks are set to the same time, so you don't get confused. Utilize timers, alarms and reminders throughout the day as well. For example, you might want to set your phone to vibrate or ring when you have 10 minutes to go before your next class or meeting. Some people intentionally set their clocks several minutes fast in order to trick themselves into getting to places early. You could try this to see if it works for you, but many people find that they just mentally adjust their concept of what time it is to account for the extra minutes, and they end up late anyway. Knowing what time it really is will help you stay grounded and punctual. | Get up the second your alarm goes off. Re-examine how long your daily tasks really take. See where you often waste the most time. Change the time on your watch. Make a note of where you should be in regards to time. Don't overbook yourself. Surround yourself with timepieces. |
Most, if not all, online clothing websites have a chart that explains their sizing measurements. Sometimes dresses will run bigger or smaller than your typical size, so you will want your measurements handy to check against the website's sizing guide. It's a good idea to shop at the same websites, because you're more likely to already know what size works best for you. Once you know your measurements you'll need to check out the different sizing at different stores. Many stores and many brands operate on their own sizing when it comes to dresses. A lot of times you can check the label to find where your measurements fall. At Target, for example, a small at Target (in numeric size: 0 or 2) has the bust of 85.09 cm to 86.39, waist measurements of 66.04cm to 67.31cm, and hip measurements of 91.44 cm to93.98 cm. At Top shop, an American size 6 has a bust of 87 cm, a waist of 69.2 cm, and a hip measurement of 91.5, which is smaller than the generic size chart. Sometimes the best way to find out the dress sizes at different stores is to ask a salesperson. You won't be the first person to be confused and salespeople know that most stores have a different sizing method for dresses. As long as you know your measurements they should be able to help you. | Always check the sizing guide when shopping online. Check the sizing at each store. Ask. |
Variational Auto Encoders are capable of generating realistic images, sounds and video sequences.From practitioners point of view, we are usually interested in solving problems where tasks are learned sequentially, in a way that avoids revisiting all previous data at each stage.We address this problem by introducing a conceptually simple and scalable end-to-end approach of incorporating past knowledge by learning prior directly from the data. We consider scalable boosting-like approximation for intractable theoretical optimal prior.We provide empirical studies on two commonly used benchmarks, namely MNIST and Fashion MNIST on disjoint sequential image generation tasks.For each dataset proposed method delivers the best results among comparable approaches, avoiding catastrophic forgetting in a fully automatic way with a fixed model architecture. | Novel algorithm for Incremental learning of VAE with fixed architecture |
Although it can be difficult, your strongest defense against intimidation is to recognize that the person's behavior has nothing to do with any deficiency in you or your work. This is especially true if the person is threatening your job or insulting you in front of co-workers. When dealing with someone like that, it's easy to believe that your work is sub-par and that you need to do more. However, sometimes your work is just as good, if not better, than that of your co-workers. The anxiety can lead to exhaustion when increased effort doesn't alter the bully's behavior. Observe the person's actions when they're not talking to you to see if they treat anyone else that way. Conversely, it may be that your bully is being bullied by someone else higher up the chain, and he or she is just passing it down. This doesn't excuse the behavior, but it can help you understand it and not take it as personally. Keep in mind that you are not the problem. Bullying is about fear and control, and isn't about your work performance. Even if your work isn't as good as that of your co-workers, you don't deserve to be bullied or intimidated by your supervisor. At least until you can better remedy the situation, try to keep your interactions with the problematic person to a minimum. While avoiding the problematic person can be especially difficult if he or she is your direct supervisor, try to keep confrontations or altercations with the person to a minimum. For example, if you're expected to turn in reports to the person, you may consider delivering them when you know he or she is out of the office, or sending them using email rather than delivering hard copies. If the person tends to be less abusive or confrontational when you are with someone else, try talking to a co-worker about the situation to see if he or she is willing to accompany you when you must interact with the person who intimidates you. If you notice any issues that you believe are related to stress caused by the bully, a psychological professional can help you talk through them and provide you with strategies to minimize the impact of the behavior. If you're concerned about cost, you can find out if sessions are covered under your health insurance. Additionally, colleges or universities in your area may have clinics that offer free or sliding-scale services. Some states also have free or low-fee counseling available at their state mental health clinics or through pro bono networks. Keep in mind that bullying and intimidation at work can result in serious health problems if your anxiety and stress levels aren't monitored effectively. As much as you might like to stand your ground, in some cases the best thing for your health is to move on to a less hostile environment. Particularly if the person you're having problems with is also your direct supervisor, you may have difficulty advancing in your company if he or she has it out for you. Looking for other opportunities doesn't necessarily mean you have to leave your company. If you like where you work – except for the one person – you may be able to make a lateral move to a different department, or switch to a different shift or a different working group that's supervised by someone else. If you apply at another company and are asked for references, you might want to use someone other than the problematic person, if at all possible. If there's no way around listing his or her name, keep in mind employers are legally limited in terms of what they can say about an employee. Even though someone is engaging in intimidating behavior, state laws typically prohibit him or her from knowingly giving false information about your job performance or work history to a potential employer. Remind yourself that moving to another job or company doesn't mean the bully "wins." Rather, it means you care more about yourself and your health and well-being to allow yourself to remain in that situation. | Avoid taking the behavior personally. Keep your distance. Consider talking to a counselor or therapist. Start looking for other opportunities. |
Some storms arrive suddenly, but usually the local weather team can give you some warning that there is a chance of a storm. In addition, during a storm, the radio can give you information on storm intensity, storm tracking and other emergency information. Have enough medication, food, water, fuel, toilet paper, diapers, and so on stocked in your home. Make sure you have enough supplies to last at least a week. Ensure your first-aid kit is well stocked. Have plenty of extra sheets and blankets available. Get plenty of candles and matches. When the power goes out, you will need to have light to see. Be sure you have extra batteries. Always use caution when using candles. Purchase self-powered radios and flashlights. Some of these models will also charge your cell phone. Also purchase light sticks as well. Make sure you have water. Cleaning, then filling the bathtub is a good way to store water. You can quickly pour water directly into the toilet bowl to flush it. If bad comes to worse, you can melt snow to get water. This will prevent water from freezing in the pipes and rupturing them, thereby avoiding future expensive damage. Have a fireplace, wood stove, or kerosene heater available to keep you warm. You could also buy a generator for backup electricity. Be sure you know how to use these sources safely, and have appropriate fuel at hand. Be careful to conserve energy if you're anticipating a long power outage. | Watch the local news. Stock up on supplies. Turn off the main water supply and open faucets. Have a backup heat source. |
If you have a laptop, turn it off. You can also hold it at an angle, as long as part of the keyboard is pointing towards the floor. Let the crumbs shake out to the floor or table. If there's trash on the keyboard, brush it away. See if they are working. | Unplug the keyboard. Turn the keyboard upside-down. Gently shake the keyboard. Brush away any extra crumbs. Check the keys again. |
If striking up conversations with people you don't know tends to cause you a lot of anxiety, try to remember that you are not alone. A lot of people get nervous in social situations, but that doesn't mean that they avoid them altogether! The only way to get past your anxiety is to keep putting yourself in new situations that challenge you. Keep in mind that no one else knows that you're not confident. If you swallow your fears and pretend to be confident, no one will have any idea that you were anxious in the first place. If you will be attending an organized social gathering, try to find out who will be there ahead of time. The more you know about the other guests, the better prepared you will be to converse with them. If it seems appropriate, you could research the invitees to a corporate event online and read about their recent projects. If you're attending a dinner party at a friend's house, ask her about the other people who'll be there. If you can't find any specific information on the people you're likely to meet, think about what they are likely to be interested or involved in.Use this information to think about questions you might ask them to break the ice. For example, if you are attending a social event at you university, you could ask people to tell you about their most interesting class. If you're worried about not having anything to say to someone, one of the best things you can do is to read the news and be informed about current events. If you know what's going on in the world and in your local community, you'll always have something to talk about, even if it's something as mundane as the storm you're expecting next week. Avoid getting political with people you don't know. Some people don't want to talk about sensitive subjects, while others might be ready to get into a heated debate. This may sound easier said than done, but you really just need to be passionate about something in order to have a great conversation about it. Whether you're an avid world traveler or a movie buff, chances are you can think of a few interesting things to talk about. Focus on things that other people would be able to relate to in some way. For example, you could ask, "I love trying new types of cuisine. Do you have any favorite restaurants around here?" Don't plan out exactly what you will say. This will probably come across as scripted and awkward. You may also get caught off-guard if the other person doesn't respond exactly the way you expected. Slow talking helps you stay calm when you're nervous about speaking. It's a simple technique where you simply speak at about 1/3 of the speed you normally would. This helps nervous speakers sound more confident and keeps a conversation engaging. Practice slow talk at home by reading a book or text out loud. The more you get used to the pace, the more natural it will become. | Stay engaged. Do your research. Stay current. Be interesting. Try the slow talk technique. |
This may seem like a no-brainer, but you will need to wash your hair before blow drying. Use a smoothing shampoo and conditioner if your hair is thick or prone to frizz, or go for volumizing if your hair is thin or flat. Only apply conditioner to the ends and mid-lengths of your hair. If you apply it to the roots, your hair will look flat and greasy. Use a wide-toothed comb to work out any tangles while the conditioner is in your hair. The conditioner will make it much easier and will minimize hair breakage. A good hairdryer is essential when you are trying to blow dry your hair straight. The more power and heat a hairdryer can provide, the easier and faster you can straighten your hair. If you need to invest in a new hairdryer, there are several things you should consider: Wattage. The wattage of a hairdryer is an indication of how powerful an air flow it has. The higher the wattage you can get, the better. Most salon hairdryers have a wattage of around 1800, though a wattage of 2000 may be necessary for very thick or curly hair. Speed and Temperature Controls. Having a hairdryer with adjustable speeds and temperatures is a major bonus, as you will use different settings to achieve different styles. For example, a cool setting can be used to finish your hair with a blast of cold air, which helps to set the style while adding shine. Weight. The last thing you want is a heavy hairdryer which is going to tire out your arm when you're just halfway through a blow dry. Look for a hairdryer which weighs less than two pounds. The weight should be indicated on the box. Attachments. If you are using a hairdryer to blow dry your hair straight, you will definitely need a nozzle attachment which concentrates the airflow and prevents hair from frizzing. Check to see if a nozzle attachment is included with your hairdryer or if it needs to be purchased separately. Dividing your hair into sections before you finish blow drying is a good idea, as it will help you to focus on straightening one layer of hair at a time. Split your hair into three layers - one at the crown of your head, one at the middle sections and one at the nape of your neck. Use butterfly clips or hair ties to keep the top two layers out of the way for now. If you have bangs, leave them down and dry them first before you dry the bottom layer. This is because bangs will dry quickly and they will be harder to straighten once dry. The type of hairbrush you use while blow drying your hair will have an impact on how your hair turns out. If you want to add volume while you straighten, or add a slight curl or flick to the ends, use a thick round brush. But if you want poker-straight locks, a paddle-brush is your best option. | Wash your hair. Use a good hairdryer. Divide your hair into sections. Use the right kind of hairbrush. |
Combine 3/4 cup of sugar, 1 1⁄2 tablespoons (22.2 ml) of all purpose flour, and 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder in a bowl. Mix them together with a fork or whisk to combine them evenly and remove any lumps there might have been. Bring a saucepan up to medium heat, then add 1 1/4 cups of milk, 2 tablespoons (29.6 ml) of unsalted butter, and 1⁄2 tablespoon (7.4 ml) of vanilla extract. Stir the ingredients until the butter has melted completely. Add more vanilla extract for stronger flavor, but don't go overboard! If you try to dump all the dry ingredients into the saucepan at once, you’ll have a flour-bomb. Instead, add the dry ingredients little by little, whisking them into the wet ingredients to even out any lumps. Keep stirring the sauce to keep it from burning over the higher heat. After about five to six minutes, turn off the heat completely and add a pinch of salt to add depth to the flavor. There are many ways you can do this, so use whatever is handy in your kitchen. The most obvious method would be to use a mortar and pestle. Snap the candy into smaller, more manageable pieces, and put them in the mortar a few at a time. Use the pestles to grind the candy down into a powder or small shards — whichever you prefer. You can also use a hammer or meat tenderizer. Place the candy cane in a sealable plastic bag, snapping it into smaller pieces to fit if needed. Place the bag on a stable surfaces, then pound at the candy with the hammer or meat tenderizer until it reaches the texture you prefer. Use whatever you can find around the house. Be creative, but be safe. Use a vegetable peeler to remove the outer skin from the apple, being careful not to cut your fingers in the process. Stand the apples up, then, using a sharp knife, slice down along the edges of the core to remove the edible flesh of the apple from the inedible core. Cut the edible flesh into smaller slices as you see fit. Lay them out either on a large plate or over a length of tin foil, if you want to avoid the extra dishes. You can finish your chocolate apples any way you like. Some choices might include: Dip the entire apple slice in chocolate sauce, or dip only half the slice. Use a spoon to drizzle chocolate sauce lightly over the apple slices. Wag a spoonful of sauce quickly back and forth, allowing the chocolate to drizzle down lightly over the apple slices. Top them with the crushed candy, letting the sauce work as an adhesive. Put out a bowl of chocolate sauce and a bowl of crushed peppermint, allowing your guests to dip and sprinkle themselves, deciding how much garnish they want for their apples. Refrigerating them before serving them sets the chocolate a little bit, which some people prefer. | Mix the dry ingredients for the chocolate sauce. Combine wet ingredients for chocolate sauce over heat. Add the dry ingredients a small portion at a time. Increase heat to medium-high and simmer. Crush the candy canes into powder. Peel and core your apples. Top the apple slices with chocolate sauce and crushed candy cane. |
Do this to avoid damaging his toe pads and to avoid spooking him. Call his name and offer up your gloved hand, holding it flat. If your Tokay moves towards you, slide your hand underneath him. Most Tokays will run away from you if they are not comfortable being handled. Take this as a sign to try the taming session again the following day, when the Tokay may be more interested in having contact with you. Your eyes can be intimidating to your gecko. You can look away and watch your gecko from the corner of your eyes. If your Tokay is comfortable sitting on your hand, raise your hand so it is over your head. Your eyes can be intimidating to your gecko. Placing him above you will allow him to get used to being on your hand. Your Tokay may break a limb or injure himself if he leaps off of a hand and drops a long way to the floor. You may want to sit on the floor while you handle him to avoid injury to your Tokay. Once the gecko seems to be sitting comfortably on your hand, keep him above your head and use your finger to lightly stroke him. Do this for several minutes and then gently put the gecko back into his cage. Your Tokay may get spooked and run away from you, launching himself into the air and landing on the floor. Be prepared for this by doing a taming session in an open area that does not have any objects or spots where he can hide when he lands on the floor. It can take several taming sessions to get your gecko comfortable enough to be stroked by you, so be patient and go slow. Do several taming sessions throughout the week and build up to stroking the underside of his tail. You need to show your gecko that you are not going to harm to threaten him when you coax him out of his cage. If your gecko seems comfortable with being stroked above your head, you can work to slowly bring him down to body level. Continue to stroke the underside of his tail and try to coax him to walk from the back of one of your hands to the other hand. If your gecko is open to walking back and forth on your hands, this is a good sign he is calm and curious about being handled by you. As he walks back and forth, he may lick as he walks, tasting his environment. If you notice him doing this, you are close to having a friendly, tame Tokay. Once your Tokay is calm and tame, he will rarely bite you and will remain pretty docile in your hands. However, you should not handle your Tokay without gloves, even if he appears tame, to reduce your risk of a nasty Tokay bite. | Coax your Tokay out of his cage carefully and gently. Avoiding looking directly at the Tokay. Hold the Tokay over your head. Stroke the underside of the gecko’s tail. Bring your gecko to body level and stroke his tail. Notice if he licks your hands as he walks on them. |
"Settings" is the grey gear icon--it should be on your iPod's home screen. You can turn off your wifi or disable certain wifi settings from this menu. When this option is enabled, your phone constantly searches for nearby wifi networks. Turning it off will save you some battery life. Using wifi rather than data is easier on your battery, and you'll likely have faster upload and download speeds. Your iPod's Network Searching feature should now be disabled! | Open your Settings app. Tap the "Wi-Fi" tab. Disable the "Ask to Join Networks" option. If you are in a location with wifi available, tap the network name to connect to it. Close your Settings app. |
You need to make sure your lamb is not being over or under fed. There are several ways to make sure a lamb has received an adequate meal. At the end of a meal, a lamb's sides should be straight from the hips to the rib. This is ideal, as it means your lamb has had an appropriate amount of food. If you notice your lamb's sides are puffed out after feeding, reduce the amount of milk in the next meal as you likely overfed her. Lambs are often bottle fed because they're orphaned or abandoned. If a lamb cannot rely on the body heat of a flock, her body heat might become dangerously low and hypothermia could result. There are measures you can take to prevent hypothermia. A lamb in the beginning states of hypothermia will appear weak, gaunt, and will probably be hunched over. A rectal thermometer can be used to confirm a low body heat. A normal lamb will have a body heat of 102-103 degrees Fahrenheit. Anything lower than this can be a sign of a problem. Wrap your lamb in a towel to warm her. You can also use a hair dryer to warm a lamb. You can also buy a lamb jacket, a device meant to stay on a lamb's body overnight. Heat lamps are not advised as they can cause fires in a barn. Keep your barn free of drafts, especially in the winter months. Pneumonia is a common problem in lambs, especially those that need to be bottle fed as they do not always get the proper antibodies to fight off bacteria even with colostrum replacers. Pneumonia is marked by respiratory problems, an increased heart rate, and fever. Lambs suffering from pneumonia might not want to nurse. Drafts and dampness are the primary causes of pneumonia. Keep a clean, dry barn free of drafts to prevent pneumonia in your lambs. If your lamb develops pneumonia, get antibiotics from a veterinarian and administer them as soon as possible. | Monitor a lamb after a meal to make sure she's gotten enough to eat. Take measures to prevent hypothermia. Guard against pneumonia. |
Sometimes, you just need to vent, and venting can help you to feel better and decrease feelings of annoyance. Rather than taking your frustrations out on the person who is annoying you, which will only further damage your relationship, vent to a trusted friend or family member. Though it can be tempting to gossip to your coworkers or to others who this person might annoy, shy away from doing this so you don't create drama. Call your mom or spouse and say “Do you have a few minutes to talk? I need to vent about this person I work with.” You can either have them just listen to you or you can ask for advice. Remember that they might not be purposely annoying you, it might just be one of their characteristics. People could find some things that you do annoying, so don't be too harsh to the person or you could offend and upset them. If you feel the situation is starting to get out of control, or if they are getting angry, walk away or an argument could erupt. Reflect on the times that others have called you annoying. Recognize that them lashing out in anger towards you did nothing to dissipate the situation, but often times only made both of you feel worse. Try to remind yourself that what you find annoying might not be annoying to other people. The feelings of annoyance are coming from within yourself, not from the other person. Often times you might find that what annoys you in the moment is something that will hardly or never cross your mind again in a week or even in an hour. When you are getting worked up because someone is annoying you, badgering you, or being loud, think to yourself “Will this matter later?” Laughter is the best medicine and this instance is no different. When you feel yourself on the brink of annoyance, take a moment to laugh. Watch a funny video on YouTube, revisit some funny memes that you have in your phone, or call a friend who is hilarious. Doing so will improve your mood and allow you to let things go more easily. Distracting yourself can be helpful when the emotions you are felling are getting to you. Take some time to focus on something you enjoy for a while and then come back to the situation. The person annoying you may be doing so purposely or their behavior may border on bullying. For example, if they are regularly playing pranks on you that are disrupting your work or your peace, this is unacceptable. If they are calling you names or contacting you frequently outside of work, this is not okay either. Report their behavior to the necessary people, whether that be your boss, teacher, or someone else. | Talk to a close friend who does not know the person. Put their behavior into perspective. Think about the situation broadly. Use humor. Report their behavior to the necessary people. |
If you have acrylic nails, this will reduce the amount of surface area and make it easier for the acetone to loosen your nails. Trim your acrylic nails down to the level of your natural nails. Do not trim your natural nails yet! Wait until after you remove the fake nails to trim them. Use a shallow glass dish that is big enough to fit all of your fingertips into at 1 time. This size dish will likely have a 2 cup (480 mL) capacity. Fill the dish about halfway with pure acetone. You can buy pure acetone in the nail supplies section of a drug or grocery store. You may also use a non-acetone nail polish remover if you prefer. It will just take longer than an acetone nail polish remover. Dip your nails into the acetone up to the level of your cuticles and hold them there for 10 minutes. The acetone will loosen the adhesive holding on acrylic nails or it will dissolve the gel polish if you have gel nails. To reduce the amount of acetone that contacts your skin, angle your fingers so that just the nails are immersed in the acetone. | Cut down acrylic nails so that they are as short as possible. Fill a small dish with pure acetone. Soak your nails in the acetone for 10 minutes. |
You should do this about once a quarter to ensure that your previously relevant keywords are still relevant. You may also find that some keywords that weren't working for you at the beginning of your campaign are now directing more traffic. Looking at updated reports on customers' interests, common search queries, and most frequently purchased items should give you an idea of which keywords you should prioritize. Looking at customers' favorite items especially will help inform your keyword prioritization. As your site's traffic increases, you may find yourself in a position to spend more on higher CPC keywords. If this is the case, it's probably worth experimenting with some of the higher CPC keywords you ruled out earlier. You'll want to keep a close eye on how these keywords perform initially, since you risk not achieving a profitable ROI. Google updates often, meaning that a keyword which previously set your site at the top of the results page might now bring up an information box or separate article. | Update your keywords to fit your current consumer base. Incorporate customer feedback. Raise your maximum CPC budget. Run a search of your main keywords. |
The ideal height for this shrub is between 6 and 10 feet, because this height allows it to be full, lush, and compact. Always use sharp hand pruners when pruning this shrub. Even if it is grown as a hedge, hedge shears should not be used. They tend to shred the leaves. Find a growth bud on the stem that is located at a height of 6 feet (1.8 m) or less. If it has not reached its mature height yet, the stem can be cut down to about two-thirds its current height. Make the cut at an angle just above the growth bud. While Tardiva is a young shrub, it does not need to be cut back drastically to reduce its height. A light pruning is all that is necessary. It will keep the shrub more compact and encourage additional new stem growth which means more beautiful hydrangea flowers. Make the cuts at an angle above a growth bud with sharp pruners, but find a growth bud that is not very far down on the stem. Older Tardiva hydrangeas sometimes need serious pruning to help them look their best. This type of pruning is called rejuvenation pruning because it does, in a sense, rejuvenate an old bush. Cut one-third of the oldest stems right off at the base in winter or early spring each year for three consecutive years. The height of the remaining stems can be reduced by one-third each year as well to help reduce the overall size of the shrub. In the fourth year, most of the stems will be new and the shrub will be full-looking. Dead branches should be removed completely and immediately, as soon as the dead branch is noticed. This can be done at any time of year. When doing your annual pruning in the winter or early spring, cut out any branches that are growing at odd angles and crossing other branches. These branches can rub against other branches, causing wounds that open the shrub up to disease and boring insects. | Maintain a height of 6 to 10 feet (1.8 to 3.0 m) to achieve ideal growth. Refrain from excessively pruning young shrubs to maintain a compact shrub. Prune older hydrangeas to rejuvenate them. Remove dead or odd-growing branches to tidy up your shrub. |
Stick a small piece of the peeled sugar cane into your mouth to chew. Biting the fibrous inner flesh, called bagasse, will release the sweet flavor. You can also try squeezing or muddling the stalk to release the sweet juice of the plant, but it may be difficult to do so, or to collect the resulting juice for consumption. Once you have chewed the fibrous material and extracted all of its sweetness, spit it out and dispose of it. Try using a thin section of the peeled stalk as a skewer for fruits, meats, etc. This can impart the sweet flavor of the sugar cane into other foods. Cut sugar cane pieces into thin sticks with a sharp point on one or both ends for optimal use as a skewer. You can leave the bark on for greater strength when skewering tougher foods. Use skewers for dessert items, like fruit kebabs or to dip strawberries in chocolate. Or freeze the skewers to more easily stick them into fish and meats for cooking or grilling the sweet flavor into proteins. Use the peeled sugar cane as a swizzle stick in any sort of beverage. This can give alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages a natural sweetness. Try dropping a stick into unsweetened tea. You can leave it in hot or iced tea for a few minutes to extract the sweetness, or just enjoy the gradual sweetening of the stick stirred in over time. Use a sugar cane swizzle stick in a rum-based cocktail like a mojito or planter's punch for a gentle sweetener. | Chew the fiber to extract sweetness. Use the cane as a skewer. Try the cane as a swizzle stick. |
The Michigan's real estate licensing exam is administered by PSI. PSI offers a number of study materials for their exams on their website. Start with the Candidate Information Bulletin and use the examination content outline to cover the basics of the test. You can also purchase additional prep materials at http://www.psionlinestore.com/. To make the most of your study time, find a quiet place free of noise or distractions. Set aside an hour or two a day for several weeks prior to the exam to make sure you are ready when test day comes. If your salesperson application is approved, you will receive an email from the State of Michigan which includes instructions on how to register for your licensing exam. The email will include a unique 6-digit number known as your Michigan Real Estate (or MIRE) number, which is required to register for the test. You must pay a $76 fee at the time that you register. You will also schedule your exam at this time. The license examination is a closed-book, computer based test that covers 110 questions and lasts 180 minutes. You will be allowed 15 minutes to complete a tutorial to ensure you understand the format of the test. This time will not count against the time allowed for the test. You must receive a score of 70% to pass. The test covers subjects you should have studied in your prelicensure courses, such as property ownership, land use controls and regulations, market analysis, and financing. If you paid attention in school and use your study time wisely, you should be familiar with the information covered on the test. If you pass the exam, you can receive an on-site license at the examination site, meaning you can practice real estate immediately if you already have a broker! | Use prep materials from PSI to study for the exam. Register for the test with PSI. Pass the test with a score of at least 70%. |
If it rains while you're camping, it's important to let the tent thoroughly dry inside and out before packing it away, or you'll have a mildewy surprise next time you want to go camping. Hang it up on some low-hanging branches, or on the clothes line when you get home to let it dry out thoroughly, and then pack it away securely for next time. It's important to not form creases in your tent, which can start weak spots in the fabric that will widen into holes. Roll, stuff, and cram your tent, but avoid folding it and pressing sharp creases into it. It's better to have a stuffed and wrinkly tent next time you go to pitch it, then to have really sharp creases that'll form holes. Remember, a tent isn't a fashion statement, it's a shelter from the elements. Sometimes, it can be a while between camping trips. It's a good idea to open up your tent semi-regularly and air it out in the yard to make sure there isn't any moisture ruining the fabric or mice taking up residence in your abode. You don't have to pitch it, just take it out, shake it out, and put it back in a different way. | Let the tent air dry in the sun before packing it away. Don't fold tents the same way each time. Open up and air out tents regularly. |
You can have a ton of fun at home, so your Mother's Day can be super special this year. Choose an activity that you know your mom likes, or ask her what she wants to do. Offer to help set up and clean up the activity so your mom can rest. Here are some ideas: Watch a movie as a family. Play a game. Put together a puzzle. Go for a walk. Gather as a family and tell stories about your mom. You may not be able to take mom out to eat, but you can make her breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Put your cooking skills to use and serve your mom a homemade meal. Afterwards, clean up while she rests. It's okay if you pick something easy, like frozen waffles for breakfast or a grilled cheese sandwich and tomato soup for lunch. If you have siblings, ask them to help you cook a larger meal. Not being able to visit your mom on Mother's Day may make you feel sad, but being separated doesn't mean you can't spend time with her. Schedule a video call to chat with your mom. You might even schedule your call during a meal so it feels like you’re eating together. Try to plan the time of your call so your mom isn't busy. For instance, you might arrange to do your call around lunch time. Although it's not necessary to do an activity during your video call, you might decide to plan something if you think your mom will like it. Fortunately, you have a lot of options for activities you can try. Pick something you think your mom will love and make arrangements to do it during your video call. Here are some ideas: Go on a virtual tour of a museum. Watch a play or movie together online. Send your mom art supplies and a bottle of wine so you can recreate a “sip and paint.” Drink wine while following the instructions for a painting project. Play an online trivia game. You don't need to give your mom a gift to show her you love her, but you may still want to give her one. Try making her a gift if you’re not able to buy one. If you can order a gift online, have it sent to your mom for a nice surprise. If you’re in a different house but live near her, drop your gift off on her doorstep. If you live in the same home or close enough to drop off a gift, you might bake her a treat, make her a scrapbook, or make bath salts. If your mom lives far away, order a gift online or make her a digital gift. You might make her a photo slideshow, write her a poem, or make her a playlist. You could also film yourself doing a performance for her or reading her a heartfelt message. You might send her a subscription to a magazine, service, or gift box that you know she’ll like. | Do a fun activity together if you’re in the same home. Make your mom’s meals for the day. Connect over video call if you’re in separate homes. Plan an activity for your video call for a special surprise. Give, send, or drop off a gift if you can. |
You might find it easier to work if you’re seated in a different chair. You’ll avoid being continuously bent down, which will save your back. Some wheels pop off just from pulling, while others may require the use of a screwdriver. Whether it's dried food, gunk or even small pebbles, any of these can hinder your office chair's movement. The butter knife can slip into the crack between the wheel and its cover, allowing you to scrape off or pop out any debris stuck in the wheel. If there are hairs stuck in the wheel, cut them with scissors them use tweezers to remove them. This should take care of any mess you can't scrape off with the butter knife. If the wheels are particularly dirty, dampen your cloth and add a few drops of dishwashing soap. If you need to clean between the wheel and the cover, you can use a cotton swab moistened with water to clean along the crack. Any moisture left on the wheel will prevent it from rolling smoothly. Wipe the wheel thoroughly with paper towels, especially if you used soap. Your chair should now roll much more smoothly. If the wheels have screws, remember to screw these back in before sitting in the chair. Since these parts are usually plastic or metal, they’re much easier to clean than the chair's upholstery. Wiping them with a damp cloth will usually be enough to clean them. If the spill is a bit more tenacious, use a mild solution of water and dish soap. After cleaning, wipe the arms and legs dry with a clean, dry cloth. | Flip the chair upside down and remove the wheels. Use a butter knife to scrape off large debris. Wipe the wheel with a dry cloth. Use paper towels to dry the wheels. Place the wheels back on the chair and flip it back over. Wipe down chair arms and legs with a damp cloth. |
Since PayPal is essentially a banking service, you'll need to log in to view your PayPal account. It's in the top right corner of the page. You'll do this in the fields in the middle of this page. When you're done, you can click Log In below the password field to log into your account. It's in the top right side of the page. Doing so will take you to your account page. You'll find this option near the top of the screen, just below the magnifying glass icon. You have two options at the top of the page: Pay for goods or services - Your recipient will pay a 2.9 percent fee, plus 30 cents. Send money to friends and family - The transaction is free for both you and your recipient. You'll do so in the search bar at the top of the page. Whatever you type here has to pertain to the person to whom you're sending money. You can also click on a contact's name if there is one below the search bar. It's to the right of the text field. If you clicked on a contact's name, skip this step. You'll do this in the window in the middle of the page. You can also click the Add a note field to type in a note here. If you wish to change the currency, click the box below the amount number and then click a currency type. It's at the bottom of the page. This is at the bottom of the page. Doing so will send your determined amount to the person you picked. They'll have to accept your money before it's taken out of your account. | Open the PayPal webpage. Click Log In. Enter your email address and password. Click My PayPal. Click Pay or send money. Click a payment type. Type in an email address, phone number, or name. Click Next. Type in the amount you wish to send. Click Continue. Click Send Money Now. |
Blister burns can occur anywhere on the body. The most common causes of blister burns, also known as second degree burns, are: Touching a hot object Fires Scalding from steam or hot liquids such as cooking oils Electrical burns Chemical burns Blisters occur whenever you burn your skin. The type of burn you have will depend on the severity of the burn. First degree burns affect the topmost layer of skin and appear reddish and swollen. First degree burns are painful but are considered minor. They do not usually produce blisters, but they may peel. First degree burns are dry, and usually take three to five days to heal. Second degree burns are the next level of severity. They are considered minor as long as they are less than three inches wide in diameter. Second degree burns affect surface layer and the next few under layers of the skin. Blisters are often common with second degree burns. Second degree burns are painful and often form blisters and are red or pink. They may look swollen or have a pocket of clear, wet liquid. If more severe, a second degree burn can be dry with a reduced level of feeling in the area. If you apply pressure, the skin will not turn white or turn white very slowly. Second degree burns usually heal within two to three weeks. Blistering burns larger than three inches should be seen at an ER or by your physician as soon as possible. If a second degree burn is on the hands, feet, face, groin, a major joint, or the buttocks, see your physician or go to the ER right away. Older individuals and children should be seen at the ER for any second degree burn because complications are more common in these groups. The most severe burns are third degree burns. Third degree burns are considered a major burn because the skin layers are destroyed and should be seen immediately at an ER. These burns affect the deepest part of the skin and cause whitened or blackened skin. The burnt areas may be black or white. They also will be dry and leathery. These burns are often painless at first because the nerves in the skin have been damaged. A single or a few blisters are generally not a serious problem. Unless a singular blister is a severe second degree burn or third degree burn, you can treat it at home. However, if you are getting large numbers of blisters and they appear all over your body, see your physician right away. Many blisters on your body can be a symptom of a serious health concern, such as pemphigus, bullous pemphigoid, and dermatitis herpetiformis. | Identify the causes of blister burns. Determine if you have a first degree burn. Decide if you have a second degree burn. Seek medical attention for any third degree burns. Count the number of blisters. |
Your parents may say "No" or express hesitance. While you may want to argue, this is not the best solution. Arguing will only make things more tense and may make your parents angry. If your parents get angry, they're less likely to listen to you and consider your case. It's not the end of the world if your parents say "No." Try to show them how responsible you are in the upcoming weeks. They may change their mind. Your parents may want to feel that you've earned your cat. If they express hesitance, try to offer something in return. The cat can be a reward for certain behaviors or achievements. For example, say something like, "What if I work really hard this semester and bring up my math grade? Maybe the cat can be a reward for that." You'll have better luck with choosing something that you struggle with. For example, if you get straight As in English at school, pick a different subject. Money is a major issue when it comes to new pets. If you offer to pay, your parents may agree to get a cat. You can offer to save your allowance or get a part time job. For example, say something like, "I can save all my money from my after school job. That way, I can pay for new toys and a litter box." If you're applying for jobs, impress your parents by showing the applications that you've filled out. Even if you don't get the job, your parents will appreciate the effort. Even if you ask maturely and calmly, your parents may still say "No." At this point, the best course of action is simply accepting the answer. If your parents see you can calmly accept a "No," they may change their minds in the future. End the conversation on a good note. Say something like, "Well, I appreciate you guys listening anyway. Thanks for hearing me out." Accepting a "No" answer is a sign of maturity and may help you with future requests. If you keep pressing them or throw a tantrum, they'll be more likely to say "No." | Do not argue or whine. Offer to do something in return. Offer to pay for some of the costs. Accept a "No" for now. |
If you pull back your foreskin, exposing the head of your penis, but then are unable to slide the foreskin back over the head, you have a condition called paraphimosis. Because the retracted foreskin can cut blood flow to the tip of the penis, you should call your doctor or visit the hospital right away. Taking a warm shower may help soften and expand the foreskin enough to solve the problem, but don't be too forceful in trying to slide the foreskin back in place. You could cause the skin to tear or other damage. Smegma is nothing more than a buildup of shed skin cells underneath the foreskin. If you don't clean beneath your foreskin regularly, though, the smegma can develop a mucus-like texture and unpleasant odor, and can harbor bacteria that can lead to infection. Teens and adults should clean beneath their foreskins every time they bathe or shower, using a mild soap and plenty of rinsing water. Younger children generally don't have to worry about smegma buildup, unless there is inflammation or discharge. In this case, see a doctor. If you experience redness and/or inflammation on the underside of your foreskin, the tip of your penis, or both, a fungal infection is the most likely culprit. Apply an over-the-counter antifungal cream to the area (as per the product instructions) to see if the issue clears up within a few weeks. If OTC antifungals don't help, or if the area becomes more painful, inflamed, or swollen, contact your doctor. | Get medical help if your foreskin is stuck in a retracted position. Wash your penis regularly to prevent a buildup of smegma. Use topical medications to treat redness or inflammation. |
If your first draft was a bit haphazard, grab your notes and the instructions and write a second, final draft. Use proper grammar and spelling, and include all the information that is required. Make sure to look at your work on a micro and macro level. Not only should the words be accurate, concise, and fit together, but the paper needs to fit together as a whole. Does it seem to gel? Would any reordering make it better? Take a break before you start editing -- your mind needs different stimuli to process to break up the monotony and find the smaller errors. Once you're ready to go back, read the letter of intent and make necessary changes to ensure it reads clearly and everything makes sense. Edit ruthlessly to avoid repetition and make the writing flow smoothly from one paragraph to the next. Have a fellow student or co-worker, or a family member or friend read it for you. A new set of eyes will see a new set of things. Include the letter of intent with any other application materials, and submit the entire package to the institution according to the directions. If you have more than one page, you may want your name on each one (small and in the corner) in case the pages get separated. | Write a final draft. Proofread and edit your work. Submit the letter of intent. |
Let your parents know you want to ask them about something. Pick a space free of outside distractions and a time when your parents are not busy. For example, you could ask them in the family room after dinner one night. Explain the sleepover calmly. Let your parents know who you want to invite, what you want to do, any money you'll need. For example, "Mom, Dad, I really want to have Maya sleepover Friday night. I want us to be better friends because we have so much in common. I want us to stay up, play board games, and watch movies. All I need is money for pizza and snacks." Keep in mind, your parents may say no. Be respectful of this, as complaining will make you seem immature. Ask them why they said "No," so you can better understand, and ask again in a month or so. They may change their mind with time, especially if you maturely accept their answer. When you're planning a sleepover, you want to make sure that you pick a day that works well for both you and your friend. If it's during the school year, plan your sleepover for a Friday or Saturday night, as you don't want to wake up tired for school. Talk about the dates with your friend, in case she has any morning activities that might conflict with your sleepover. Invite your friend at least a week in advance. Depending on how old you are, you might need to have your parent or guardian call theirs to set up the sleepover times. Before your friend comes over for your sleepover, you want to create a cozy area to hang out in. This will make your night feel magical and make your friend feel more at home. Make a blanket fort. Drape up blankets over chairs and couches in one area of your house to create a fort that you and your friend can crawl inside. Fill it with plenty of cozy blankets, cushions, and pillows. This can also be a great activity to do with your friend. Stringing up fairy lights can also add a magical touch to your room or your blanket fort. If you have a large bed, both you and your friend can sleep in your bed. If you don't, however, consider sleeping on the floor or in the same room as your friend to make it more fair and fun. Even if you tell your friend what to bring to your sleepover, chances are good that she will forget something. Make sure you have enough sleepover supplies at your house. Set out enough towels, sheets, and blankets for both you and your friend to use. Have an extra toothbrush on hand, as this is one of the most forgotten items at a sleepover. If you and your friend are near middle school age, you should also have some feminine products just in case. Hopefully, your sleepover should run smoothly. However, make sure you prepare for potential problems. You want to avoid conflict or drama at your slumber party. Know your parents' rules. You do not want the party to end with your friend getting sent home as the two of you violated a household rule. If you're not allowed to use the computer, don't use it. If a certain room is off-limits, stay out of it. Make sure you know what to do if your friend gets scared. Nightmares and homesickness do happen. Your parents should have your friend's phone number on hand, in case she needs to go home. Bedwetting does sometimes happen, so have a change of sheets or spare sleeping bag handy. Do not make fun of your friend if she has an accident. It's a very common problem and your friend should not feel ashamed. | Get your parents' permission. Choose a day for your sleepover and invite your friend. Set up the sleeping area. Gather supplies. Prepare for problems just in case. |
Staying hydrated is essential to good health and may be even more important when you are sick. Drinking water may also help to soothe your dry cough by moistening your throat. Aim to drink eight 8-ounce glasses (about 2 liters) of water per day to stay hydrated. Warm fluids can also help you stay hydrated. Drink teas, broths, and clear soups to soothe your cough and keep you hydrated. Getting plenty of rest will also support your body as it heals. Make sure that you are getting at least eight hours of sleep every night. If you have a cold or other contagious illness, then you may want to take a day off from work to rest and recover. Adequate nutrition is also essential to recover from an illness, so make sure that you are eating healthy foods. Steer clear of junk foods. Instead, choose fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy, and lean protein for nourishment. Try eating chicken noodle soup for one of your daily meals. This traditional home remedy has even been shown to reduce inflammation and thin mucus. . Sometimes a dry cough may be due to smoking or made worse by smoking. If you smoke, do what you can to quit. Talk to your doctor about medications and smoking cessations programs that may make it easier for you to quit smoking. After you quit smoking, you may also get a dry cough. This indicates that your body is trying to heal itself and it should improve with time. Sucking on a throat lozenge or even a hard candy may help to soothe your dry cough. The lozenge or hard candy increases saliva production and helps to moisten a dry throat. Other ingredients in medicated cough drops may also help to suppress a cough. In many situations, a dry cough will go away within a week or two. If your cough does not improve or if it gets worse, call your physician. Call your doctor right away if you notice: A thick and/or a greenish-yellow phlegm Wheezing A whistling sound at the beginning or end of your breath Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath A fever of more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius) Blood in any phlegm or mucus that you cough up Abdominal swelling Sudden onset of a violent cough | Drink plenty of water. Get plenty of rest. Eat nutritious foods. Quit smoking Suck on cough drops or hard candies. See a doctor for a persistent or severe cough. |
Turn on the light or device being controlled by the 3-way switches, if you already have them installed. Locate the circuit breaker box. Identify the circuit breaker that controls electricity in the area where you will be working. Turn off that circuit breaker. If the device is still lit up or working, the wrong breaker was opened. You may also use a current/voltage detector, to be on the safe side. (Safety Note: Be sure to test it on the live wires before you use it to confirm they are no longer live.) If it lights up, you did not identify the correct circuit breaker and need to return to the circuit breaker box and start over. If it does not light up, there is no voltage, and it is safe to proceed There are also inexpensive "search" devices that plug into a receptacle and generates a signal that can be detected at a specific circuit breaker, using the matching detector. When the correct breaker is off, the signal stops. Two 3-way switches are connected to each other via "traveler" wires, only one of which is "hot" in any given switch setting combination. The 4-way switch connects in the "middle" of the two travelers. Each 3-way switch has a "common" terminal and two traveler terminals. Find the wires connected to the two traveler terminals. Some electricians use colors to identify travelers, because white may only be used for a neutral, unless it has been properly identified with another color (e.g., black, red, blue, yellow -- but NOT green). If you find travelers using white wires, use colored tape to mark each one in each junction box or device box where you find it, so that it will not be incorrectly viewed as a neutral wire. Which wires are the travelers may vary if the 3-way switches are connected to each other by way of wiring within the fixture ("fixture between") or if they are connected directly to each other and then to a fixture (known as "fixture beyond"). Note that a branch circuit may "supply" either the fixture or any of the switches and you must first determine which junction/device box is the source for the power to be switched as well as whether the fixture is between the switches or at one end or the other. This article describes the configuration for feeding the fixture with power and having the 3-way and 4-way switches lined up beyond the fixture. The attached video shows a configuration in which power is fed to one 3-way switch, through the other switches, and finally to the light at the far end. The electrical theory is the same, although the selection of colors for the travelers and the switched "hot" is different. If a neutral wire is required at each switch location, a different configuration will be required, as shown in the video. | Turn off electric power. Return to location you plan to wire to verify that there is no electric flow to that device. Identify the travelers. |
An attorney may notice legal issues that people who aren't trained in legal matters would not think to include or leave out. For example, an attorney may notice that the document uses language that could been seen as ambiguous and could lead to confusion. Some states might not require you to have the document notarized. However, having the principal's signature notarized eliminates any doubt regarding the validity of that signature. The notary must verify the identity of the principal before witnessing the signature. Notarizing the power of attorney document reduces the chance that it will be contested by an outside party who may question its validity. You can find more information about notarizing a document at: How to Notarize a Power of Attorney Financial institutions, such as banks and brokerage firms, do not want to inadvertently accept fraudulent power of attorney documents. They have requirements that must be met in order to accept the document and give the agent the powers listed. In order to make sure that your document is sufficient, show it to your bank and other financial institutions before signing it, to make sure that they will accept it after it is signed. A power of attorney is not filed at any governmental agency, but you must have it on hand to present it every time you use it. Keep it in a safe in your home or in a safety deposit box until the time comes when you need to bring it out. | Consider hiring an attorney to review the document. Have the document notarized. Show the document to any institutions you want to recognize it. Save the power of attorney document. |
The dial could have been bumped, raising the refrigerator's temperature. It's important to check both the refrigerator and the freezer temperature settings, because the refrigerator gets its cold from the freezer. A problem with the freezer setting will affect the refrigerator as well. It should be set between 37 and 40º F (3-4ºC) for the refrigerator and between 0-5ºF (-15 to -18ºC) for the freezer. Check the vents between the freezer and refrigerator and the drain tube for debris and ice. Remove debris if needed. This obstruction could be your problem. Place a piece of paper between the seals and the appliance. Close the door and pull out the paper. You should feel tension if the seals are functioning properly. Repeat the process all around the seals of the appliance. If there's no tension at any spot, the seals are starting to fail. You should also check for cracks and rigidity that could be causing a failing door seal. Use a multimeter to test the continuity of the appliances various components. These include the door switches, the defrost heater and timer, and the evaporator fan. If any of these parts fail, they could be your problem. | Check your temperature gauge inside the appliance. Inspect the vents. Test your door seals. Test the refrigerator components. |
When making perfume from essential oils you'll need to follow an order: you start with a base oil, then have the middle tones, then finally the top notes. The top note is what you smell when you first smell your perfume, and then you are gradually able to smell your others. You'll need to add oils in this order. The top notes reach our senses first, but dissipate quickly. The middle notes are essentially the "heart" of your fragrance. They add warmth and fullness to your perfume and their smell is what lingers. Base notes evolve over time, so you may not smell them at first. However, after all other smells have faded, the base notes remain. They are often a more invigorating scent like pine, musk, glove, cedar wood, sandalwood, etc. This is important because a dark bottle will help preserve your fragrance by keeping the light out. Make sure you shake your perfume before you apply it so that the scents mix together. When storing your bottle, try to keep it out of direct sunlight. You can also use a roller bottle for essential oils. These sometimes work better because the fragrance tends to be thicker than regular perfume, making it somewhat harder to spritz onto your skin. Although you can use your perfume right away, it's best to allow the scents to combine and fuse together before using them. You can choose to use your perfume right away, but the scent will be less fragrant and the individual oils will not have had as much time to combine into one lovely scent. That's why allowing it to sit for a while is helpful, because then you've allowed your perfume time to reach its final scent. A perfume made out of essential oils may smell great right away, but overtime the scents may combine to something that doesn't smell very appealing. Allowing your perfume to sit will give you a better idea of what your combined scents will smell like for the majority of the perfume's life. While regular perfumes may last longer on your skin, essential oils are great because they are derived directly from nature. They don't have the many chemicals that commercial perfumes have, so if you're looking for something organic and natural, essential oils are the way to go. You also have the option to create tons of different scents and fragrances with essential oils. Essential oils are also good for people with sensitive skin or who react negatively to perfume products. These oils are natural so you can create a variety of different smells that your skin will hopefully handle better than commercial perfumes. Commercial perfumes have preservatives and other chemicals which help the scent and fragrance last longer. Essential oils, because they are derived from nature, will fade faster. However, you can add a drop or two of a natural fixative or extender if you want your fragrance to last longer. These are usually very pungent so you don't want to use them frequently or in large amounts, but one drop here and there won't hurt. | Learn the order of oils. Use a dark colored bottle. Allow the scents to meld. Know the benefits of essential oil. |
Slugs generally do well in aquariums. An aquarium should be at least 20 centimeters by 20 centimeters (8 by 8 inches). You can buy an aquarium online or at a pet store. Make sure to provide proper ventilation. The lid should have holes for ventilation. Something like a mesh lid, for example, would work well. Slugs are very small, especially in comparison to reptiles that are usually kept in aquariums. Examine ventilation holes carefully and make sure a slug cannot creep out of these holes. It's best to use soil, grass, and leaves from outdoors for the substrate. If you took the slug from outdoors, use soil, leaves, and grass from the area where you found it. Make sure to sift through soil before adding it to your aquarium to remove any bugs. Once a week, remove your slug and put it in a safe container with air holes. Remove the substrate and then replace it. Slugs may benefit from certain aquarium supplies such as fake plants and leaves. You can also bring in real material from outside, such as twigs, for slugs to climb on. If you bring anything in from outside, make sure to inspect it carefully before putting it in your slug's tank. Slugs prefer temperatures between 60–70 °F (16–21 °C). Put a humidifier next to their aquarium to keep them hydrated. If the aquarium is too hot or cold, the slug will bury itself and produce more mucous. If it is not humid enough, the slug will dry out. | Find the right container. Provide substrate. Invest in aquarium supplies. Keep the room cool and humid. |
If you or your child develop any signs or symptoms of jaundice, see you doctor as soon as possible. You may not need treatment for the jaundice, but if there is an underlying condition causing it, this will require medical attention. Some symptoms of short-term jaundice in adults are: Fever Chills Abdominal pain Other flu-like symptoms A change in your skin color and whites of eyes to a more yellow pallor. Children and infants can also develop jaundice. Jaundice is common in infants and it often goes away on its own within two weeks. However, severe jaundice can cause serious complications for some infants. To check for jaundice, look for a yellowish skin tone and a yellowish tone to the whites of your infant or child's eyes. If your child or infant develops jaundice, then call your doctor right away. In adults, jaundice is often caused by underlying conditions that require treatment. Your doctor man run tests to confirm a diagnosis of these conditions causing your jaundice and then formulate a treatment plan from there. You may need to have have to have blood work, an ultrasound, CT scan, or a even a liver biopsy to find the cause of your jaundice. Common conditions that can cause jaundice include: Hepatitis A Chronic Hepatitis B and C Epstein-Barr viral infection, or infectious mononucleosis Excessive alcohol consumption Autoimmune or genetic disorders Gallstones Gallbladder inflammation Gallbladder cancer Pancreatitis Certain medications such as acetaminophen, penicillin, oral contraceptives and steroids may also cause jaundice. Your doctor can diagnose jaundice by looking for signs of liver disease including bruising, spider angiomas, palmar erythema, and urinalysis that indicates the presence of bilirubin. Your doctor may also use imaging or liver biopsy to confirm a diagnosis. If your doctor discovers an underlying condition that are causing your jaundice, she will likely treat that to see if it clears up other related health issues. Treating causes and complications of underlying conditions may help relieve your jaundice. In most cases, jaundice will go away without treatment. Speak with your doctor to make sure that foregoing treatment is the best option for you, especially if you have underlying conditions causing jaundice. Some people with jaundice experience itching. If the itching becomes bothersome or affects your daily life, take a medication such as cholestyramine to relieve your symptoms. Cholestyramine works by controlling cholesterol in the liver. Side effects of this medication include abdominal discomfort, indigestion, nausea, flatulence, and constipation. Infant jaundice is very common and, like adult jaundice, often doesn't require any treatment. However, if your doctor diagnoses jaundice in your baby, she could call for one of the following treatments to help relieve the condition: Phototherapy, which uses light to help your baby excrete excess bilirubin Intravenous immunoglobulin, which can reduce antibodies in your baby that cause jaundice Exchange transfusion, which is a type of blood transfusion that removes small amounts of blood and dilutes bilirubin. Exchange transfusions are used only in severe cases of infant jaundice. | See your doctor. Seek treatment for a child or infant with jaundice. Receive a definitive diagnosis. Treat underlying conditions. Allow jaundice to clear on its own. Take medication for itching. Get treatment for your infant. |
When you're obedient in following the mandates of your faith it means that you're also being humble. You accept that your god is helping to direct your life and that you accept both the good and the bad that comes. Try to avoid taking ownership of the things that happen in your life. When something good happens, remind yourself that it was through the grace of your Great Teacher. If something unhappy happens it is a learning experience brought about by Him or Her, too. Most faiths and religions have specific rules and regulations that a practitioner is required to follow. Committing to your faith means giving up control of your life (not in a bad way) and understanding that what happens is coming from your Holy Teacher. Again, because of the rules and regulations in different faiths there are going to be certain choices that will be difficult, because they will make you choose between a life that might be materially easier, but not spiritually acceptable. Obedience to your faith means choosing the latter path. For example: such a choice could be sacrificing your career path, because it doesn't align with your beliefs. It could also be something like taking significant time out of your day to incorporate prayer. Obedience to your faith is a personal thing. It means that you are in connection with your god and your faith and that can be wonderful. It does not mean that you have carte blanche to criticize other people's beliefs or infringe on their way of living. | Cultivate humility. Commit to your faith. Make choices in line with your faith. Avoid judging other people based on their beliefs and obedience. |
A demo reel is a brief video summary of your past projects, and is an essential means of showing your skills to anyone considering hiring you for a project. An ideal demo reel should run from one to two minutes. While this may seem like a short amount of time, it's important to show that you are capable of producing a video that is succinct and representative of your work. . Demo reels generally come in two format: a collage format which is essentially a mash-up of previous projects, and a sample format, which shows several scenes running about 20 seconds long from previous projects. In general, collage formats are best if you are interested in commercial or other short-form work, while sample formats are better if you're interested in longer, narrative-based projects. You may choose to create a portfolio online that has full-length videos of your work. If you do create a portfolio, make sure that they demo reel is the first thing in it. Your demo reel and portfolio should absolutely be online. Do not pass out DVD's of your portfolio; these are obsolete. Instead, create and post the demo reel online. Search Craigslist or industry-specific sites or newsletters for any projects that need video production help. These may be projects like producing music videos for local bands, or producing wedding videos. Keep in mind that these kinds of projects may range in terms of compensation that they offer, but they can be great for building your resume or even getting your name recognized. In general, try to go for projects that have some artistic value and give you some license. This way your individual voice and skills will be able to shine through your work. When you have found a project that interests you, contact the person running the project through phone, email or whatever contact method they have provided. Briefly state your interest in the project, as well as your past experience. Also state how your involvement would help the project. If you are emailing, include the demo reel that you created. If you are calling, suggest that you email them the reel. If you have free time, you can also make your own videos. Produce them for friends, or even make short films to enter into film competitions. Although you may not make money doing this, it can be a great way to develop your portfolio or get recognition. If you are ambitious and confident in your abilities, you decide to start a film production company. This will take a lot of work and determination, as well as some money to begin with. However, you will be able to have full control of your work, and you can more easily make a name for yourself. | Create a demo reel. Look for gigs. Apply for gigs. Produce your own videos. Start your own production company. |
A background check must be performed before you can be approved for a clearance. You will be told where to go to give your fingerprints. You may need to go to the police station, or the agency requiring the clearance might fingerprint you. The investigator will perform a criminal and credit check. They will also send inquiries to employers, schools, and references to confirm information. If you are seeking a Top Secret clearance, then the investigator may also interview employers, references, and others. Investigators can also look at your social media profiles, such as Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Make your profiles private if you don't want anyone seeing anything embarrassing. Within a few weeks of submitting your application, you will attend an interview with the investigator. You will go through the information on your application. The interviewer may also ask you to bring supporting documents, such as your Social Security card, passport, or birth certificate. You will also be asked questions about anything from your background check that has raised a security concern. You’ll raise a security concern if you’ve ever associated with people trying to overthrow the U.S. government, or if you have close ties with non-citizens. For example, you might be currently living with a non-citizen or have a family member who has close ties to a foreign country. You can expect the investigator to ask you questions about these circumstances. You won't automatically be disqualified from a security clearance for these reasons. For example, you might have been involved in seditious activities mostly out of curiosity and only for a brief period of time. The government might need to investigate any non-citizen you are close with to determine they are not an agent of a foreign power. Alcohol and substance abuse are red flags for the investigator. You may need to discuss these issues, especially if you’ve been diagnosed as dependent on drugs or alcohol or been convicted of a crime while high or intoxicated. You can lessen the seriousness by showing that your involvement was not recent or that it was an isolated incident. Also let the investigator know if you’ve completed a treatment program, such as Alcoholics Anonymous. The investigator will look to see whether you have engaged in a pattern of behavior that shows emotional instability. Examples include compulsive sexual behavior, failure to take prescription medications, or high-risk and aggressive behavior. You should explain to the investigator that there is no current problem. Ideally, you will also have a recent opinion from mental health professional stating that your behavior is not likely to occur again. You should also explain if your past behavior resulted from a temporary problem, such as a divorce or the death of a loved one. Financial difficulties can raise red flags for an investigator, because someone who is financially distressed is more likely to disclose confidential information for money. A history of defaulting on loans will cause concern. You can lessen the seriousness of financial difficulties by pointing out how they were beyond your control. For example, you might have gone into debt because of a medical emergency or unemployment. You can also explain how you made a good faith effort to pay your debts back. The investigator will closely review your entire criminal history, so be prepared to discuss any crime you have been convicted of or even charged with. Try to put your criminal history in context. For example, explain if the behavior was isolated and a long time ago. These facts can lessen any security concerns the investigator will have. If you were acquitted, point out that fact. However, you shouldn't insist you were innocent if you were convicted. That sounds like you are trying to avoid responsibility for the crime. Also explain how you have rehabilitated yourself. For example, point to your solid work history and recent clean criminal record. | Give fingerprints. Identify what will be checked. Attend an interview. Show allegiance to the U.S. Discuss any substance abuse issues. Prove emotional stability. Discuss any financial difficulties. Answer questions about your criminal history. |
Line the room from corner to corner with the streamers, or hang them over the entryway to welcome your guests to the party. Use the free-floating balloons to fill in the adjoining ceiling space. If you’re decorating a larger venue, consider hanging up a banner. You could also mix-and-match your green decorations with orange and white ones to pay homage to the Irish flag, or deck out the room in rainbow colors as a callback to the leprechaun legend. If you’ve got a lot of balloons to inflate, renting a helium tank can save you valuable time (and give your lungs a break). Cover your dining or refreshment table with a green tablecloth and pick out white plates for your guests to eat on. Tie it all together with orange napkins or plastic cups. Color-coordinating your dinnerware is a simple, inexpensive way to make sure that all the colors of the flag are represented. Scatter a handful of green sequins or paper shamrocks over the tabletop to provide the finishing touches. Cover the walls with stick-on decals, or look for garlands with the signature three-leaf shape. Some stores even sell novelty shamrock string lights and other party supplies that are a cinch to throw up around the room. Get creative with your use of shamrock decorations. For instance, you could cut out and laminate your own shamrock coasters, or use shamrock-shaped signs to serve as guides for guests visiting your home for the first time. The shamrock is one of the unofficial symbols of Ireland, which means it can go anywhere and everywhere on the holiday devoted to the country's patron saint. Fill a plastic pot with candy coins wrapped in shiny gold leaf. You can use your edible arrangement as a centerpiece for the dining table, or assemble a few of them and place them on various surfaces throughout the room. Stick a rainbow made from pipe cleaners or papier-mâché in each pot to lead the way. A prop cauldron leftover from Halloween can make the perfect base for your pot of gold. If you’re having trouble finding a suitable container, try painting a few small flower pots black and embellishing them with gold or silver glitter. St. Patrick's Day is an informal occasion for most people. If you'd rather not go to the trouble of giving your home a green and gold makeover, just call up a few of your closest friends and invite them over for some food, drinks, and laughs. The true spirit of the holiday lies in the joy of coming together in celebration. Colorful decorations and accessories may be better suited for workplace festivities and parties aimed at younger kids. | Put up green streamers and balloons. Set the table in the national colors of Ireland. Display the shamrock proudly. Create a pot of gold using chocolate coins. Keep things casual. |
You can find these products online and in well-stocked salons and beauty-supply stores. The pen looks like a felt-tipped eyeliner, while the powder looks like eyeshadow. Hair mascara contains a wand that looks like a mascara brush. These are intended to be used in hair for covering up roots between dye jobs. These kits will contain all of the products you need to apply them. Follow the application instructions included with your kit as each brand will be different. Makeup products, such as mascara, eyebrow pencil, tinted brow gel, or eyeshadow are all great options. They aren't going to be as concentrated or long-lasting compared to root touch-up pens or powders, but they work in a pinch. Apply mascara with a clean spoolie; don't use the same one you'd use on you lashes. Apply eyeshadow with a larger brush. You can even use a flat paintbrush that has kanekalon, sable, or taklon bristles. Spray-on color is a cheap, quick option that comes in many natural or bright colors. It won't last very long, however. You can find sprays online and in salons and beauty-supply stores. To use the spray-on color: Hold the can 2 to 3 inches (5.08 to 7.62 centimeters) from your roots. Spray on the color using a sweeping motion. Wait for the spray-on color to dry Brush your hair to further blend in the color. They are a miniature versions of hair dye kits. They come with dye and developer, as well as a fine-toothed, flexible comb. Prepare the dye according to the directions on the package, then apply it to your roots. Allow the dye to process for the recommended time on the package, then rinse it out. Root-coloring kits are typically semi-permanent and can last several washes. | Use a dark-colored root touch-up pen, powder or wand. Try makeup in a pinch. Use a spray-on hair color. Use a root-coloring kit. |
If you're not an expert in computers, remember which folder you downloaded it to so you won't have to look for it later. Softonic only offers safe programs, so you don't have to worry about downloading from their site. The installation will place an icon on your desktop, which you will use later to access the program. You will need to sign up with your e-mail and password, so have all of that information ready. We recommend live football or football free. Search for these sites in Google and go to one of them. There, you'll find a list of programs to be broadcasted. Choose the one you want to watch, click on it, and you'll be redirected to a table with information about the event. Copy this link for later use in Sopcast. Paste the previously copied link in the upper window so you can connect to that page. Wait for a window to appear with the game. You have now successfully opened the game. Go to Sopcast's options and select the current program in order to see the adjustments available for it. If you have VLC (it's always a good program to have, you can even download it before downloading the game if you don't have it yet), select it and a window will open so that you can watch your game with better quality. Now, you can start whipping up your favorite snacks... And go enjoy the game! | Go to www.softonic.com and download the Sopcast program for free. Open the downloaded file and install it. Open your browser and go to a sports provider's webpage. Open Sopcast. Make the necessary adjustments to improve the video quality. |
Make a solution of roughly equal parts water and white vinegar. If in doubt, err on the side of too much water. If you have it, add a few drops of leather cleaner to the solution. Gently massage a thin layer of the mixture into the stain with a clean rag or towel. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes, up to an hour. Wet a clean rag, and gently blot away the vinegar solution with one corner. Then use another clean corner to do a second wipe, to ensure the mixture has been completely removed. Pat it dry with a clean paper towel. Let it dry for at least 24 hours. Use a soft cloth to rub a small amount of leather conditioner into the affected area. This will help restore the leather's texture. Let it dry again. | Dilute the vinegar. Apply the solution. Clean it off. Condition the leather. |
Many people who are depressed start eating more or less than usual. They may also start making uncharacteristic choices about which foods to eat. For example, if someone who usually cooks healthy meals starts living on a diet of convenience food, they may be depressed. If you don't see what your friend or family member eats on a regular basis, pay attention to changes in their weight, which can indicate over- or undereating. Someone who is depressed might sleep much more than usual or be unable to sleep. They might also feel constantly exhausted, no matter how much sleep they get. Some indirect signs of this may be that they can't get to work or school on time, or if when you have plans in the evening they often leave early because they are tired. Depression can cause both physical and mental fatigue. Withdrawing from friends and family is a worrisome sign, even if the person still appears happy on the outside. If the person you’re concerned about has started spending significantly more time alone lately, it could be a red flag indicating depression. For example, a depressed person might spend an increasing amount of time locked in their bedroom, avoid going out with friends, and stop having lunch with coworkers. They may stop responding to your texts or calls and may turn you down if you try to make plans with them. Someone with depression may use substances or activities to numb their feelings. Keep an eye on your friend or family member and notice if any of their habits, such as drinking or shopping, are becoming excessive. This could indicate that they’re using the behavior as a coping strategy. Alcohol, drugs, comfort food, and excessive internet use are a few of the most common ways people self-medicate their pain. Behavioral signs of drug or alcohol abuse include: neglecting responsibilities at school or work, unexplained financial issues, secretive or suspicious behavior, sudden change in friends, mood swings, sudden change in personality, lack of motivation, appearing "spaced out" or hyperactive, paranoia, anxiety. Physical signs of drug or alcohol abuse include: bloodshot eyes, change in sleeping habits, sudden weight loss or gain, deterioration of physical appearance, tremors, slurred speech, impaired coordination. | Notice whether the person’s eating habits have changed. Pay attention if they complain about being tired all the time. Look for changes in their social habits. Notice self-medicating behaviors. |
Pellet food is the ideal food for lovebirds, as it is formulated to give your birds the nutrients they need. Pick pellet food based on the age of your lovebirds. Make sure the pellet food contains natural ingredients and no additives or preservatives. Baby lovebirds will have different pellet food than mature lovebirds. Mature lovebirds are 10 months or older. Look for pellet food made for lovebirds at your local pet store or online. Lovebirds also do well with supplemental foods in their diet like green lettuce (not iceberg lettuce), spinach, carrots, green peas, endive, tomatoes, parsley, dandelion, radish, cucumber, watercress, broccoli, sprouts, and kale. They also do well with wheatgrass, as it is high in chlorophyll. Do not give lovebirds avocados, as they are considered toxic to birds. Lovebirds do well with fresh fruits like pears, bananas, grapes, strawberries, raspberries, apples, oranges, tangerines, kiwi, figs, melon, pitted cherries, and rose hips. You can give the lovebirds dried fruits as long as they do not contain sulfites. Look for a seed mix that has a wide variety of seeds like millet, canary grass seed, hulled oats, niger seed, flax seed, sunflower seeds, safflower, and grape seeds. The seed mix may also contain soybeans, rye, canary seed, whole brown rice, fennel seed, poppy seed, and sesame seed. Because they don't have much nutritional value for lovebirds, seeds should only be given in very small quantities as treat. Seeds should never be your bird's sole food source. Make sure the seed mix contains a small amount of milo, as this ingredient is often used as a filler. Only use fresh seed mix. If the seed mix smells dusty or old, do not give it to your lovebirds. Lovebirds also enjoy shelled and unshelled peanuts, Brazil nuts, acorns, horse chestnuts, and hazelnuts. You can give the lovebirds nuts as a small treat or as a supplement to their regular diet. Lovebirds should not be given fast food or foods high in artificial sugar like candy, ice cream, or sweets. Do not give lovebirds french fries, chips, or deep-fried foods. You should also avoid giving lovebirds any foods that contain preservatives or additives. Do not give lovebirds alcohol or coffee. | Look for pellet food made for lovebirds. Give the lovebirds fresh vegetables. Feed the lovebirds fresh fruit. Pick a high-quality seed mix to give the bird as a treat. Offer the lovebirds small nuts. Do not give the lovebirds food high in fat, sugar, or preservatives. |
Its app icon resembles an orange fox wrapped around a blue globe. While the uBlock ad-blocker used in Chrome isn't available for the latest version of Firefox, uBlock Origin—which is virtually identical in function—is. It's a blue button on the right side of the page. This option is at the top of the window. Doing so will install uBlock Origin for your Firefox browser. It's in the upper-left side of the window. You'll find this in the top-right corner of the Firefox window. A pop-out menu will appear. It's in the pop-out menu. Doing so opens the Add-Ons page. This is on the left side of the Add-Ons page. Find the "uBlock Origin" heading, then click Options to the right of this heading. This tab is at the top of the page. It's in the upper-left corner of the page. Doing so ensures that all of uBlock Origin's filters are up-to-date, allowing you to browse relatively ad-free. You can check filter boxes on the 3rd-party filters page to add specific types of blocking to your browser, though doing this enough will eventually slow down your browsing speed. | Open Firefox. Open the uBlock Origin site. Click Add to Firefox. Click Add when prompted. Click OK when prompted. Click ☰. Click Add-ons. Click the Extensions tab. Open uBlock Origin's "Options" page. Click 3rd-party filters. Click Update now. |
If your weight is affecting your health, your doctor may recommend using medication to help you stay on track. Similarly, you may have a condition that's slowing your weight loss, such as hypothyroidism or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), which requires treatment. Your doctor can help you understand the risks and benefits of medication. | Consider taking medication to help you lose weight, if your doctor prescribes it. |
You might get teased or feel embarrassed if everyone at school finds out about it. If you don't know what to do about your crush you can talk to your parents about it. They might have great advice. People can be oblivious. If you’ve tried to show your crush that you like him but he does not seem to be taking a hint, consider telling him about your feelings. Try not to be too hurt if your crush does not like you back. If he reacts differently than you hoped it can be sad and heartbreaking. While this may mean that he does not feel the same way about you, he may just need some time to process your confession. Don't be scared if your crush likes you back. It can be scary because you might think you have to be boyfriend and girlfriend or that you have to kiss. But you don't have to do anything you don't feel comfortable doing. | Be careful who you tell about your crush. Talk to your parents about it. Tell your crush that you like him. |
Before you clean your down mattress pad, check for any open seams. If you wash the mattress pad and there are open seams, you could end up with a washing machine full of feathers! If you discover open seams, you’ll need to repair the mattress pad or have it repaired before you can wash it. Before you put your down mattress pad into the washing machine, rub a bit of the detergent you’re using into any stains on the pad. Let the detergent soak into the stains for 10 to 15 minutes. This will make it easier for the stains to come out during the washing process. Check your down mattress pad's care tag. If you can machine wash your down mattress pad, use a front-load washing machine. Using a washing machine with a center agitator can tear the mattress pad, spilling feathers into your washing machine. Set the washing machine to delicate cycle – the same setting you would use for delicate clothing. Set the water temperature to cool and add a small amount of gentle or down detergent. Because of the materials down mattress pads are made from, you’ll probably need to rinse it twice to get all of the detergent out. To do this, leave your mattress pad in the washing machine and run it once without detergent (you'll already get one rinse cycle when you wash it). If you're drying a down mattress pad, stop the dryer every 15 minutes and break up the feathers in your mattress pad. If you don't do this, they’ll dry in clumps and ruin the smoothness of your mattress pad. | Check for open seams. Pretreat stains. Use a front-load washing machine. Wash on delicate cycle. Rinse the mattress pad twice. Dry your mattress pad. |
Take a hot shower and let the water wash over your face for five minutes. You’ll open up your pores and soften whiskers, making shaving much easier. You may also wrap a hot towel around your face like barbers do for their customers. Soak a small towel in hot water and hold it firmly against your face until the towel cools. Dump out the water in your mug or bowl. Replace it with nickel-sized dollop of shaving cream or the entire soap cake. Soaps are the cheaper option and are made with a high fat, vegetable oil glycerine mixture. Creams are similar to soaps and you should look for ones with natural essential oils like jojoba or coconut oil. Avoid common shaving gels and foams. Although you can use these, they won't give you as good of a shave as quality soaps and creams. | Hydrate your face with hot water. Place shaving cream or soap on the bottom of your shaving mug. |
Use eye lag screws for wood or eye bolts for metal. Start by drilling into the post, using the same size drill bit as your eye lag screws or eye bolts. Screw the eye lags or bolts into place. You'll likely need a ladder to reach where you want to install the hardware. Add a washer on the back if you're using eye bolts. If you're attaching it to your house, you'll need to add a fascia support bracket. The fascia is the band that runs right under your roof. A bracket helps reinforce the area so the shade doesn't put too much pressure on the fascia. The bracket goes behind the fascia on the rafters in between the house and the fascia. It has a piece that goes through the fascia, which is where you will screw in an eye hook. Drill from the back of the fascia with a small drill bit, using the bracket as a guide. Drill from the front with a larger drill bit. Stick the screwing mechanism on the bracket through the fascia so it comes out the front. The bracket should be flat against the rafter on the other side. Drill through the rafter with a 0.5 in (1.3 cm) drill bit in 2 places, going through the holes on the bracket. Stick 0.5 in (1.3 cm) bolts through the holes, and secure them with washers on the other side. Screw in the eye hook on the front of the fascia. A turnbuckle is a device that lets you adjust tension. Use snap hooks or carbines to attach it to the corners of the sail. The corners of the shade should have grommets or steel rings in place. Just attach the hook to the turnbuckle, and then slide it into place over the corner of the shade. For one corner, it's sometimes better to use a tension strap. This corner will be the last one you put on. A tension strap is just a stretchy piece that you'll use in place of the turnbuckle. You can find them at hardware stores, but one may also have come in your shade hardware kit. Slip the hooks on the other side of the turnbuckle into the eye attachments on the posts or your house. Leave 1 corner unhooked while you adjust the tension on the others. Turn the turnbuckle to increase the tension on the attached corners. If you're having trouble attaching a corner because it's not long enough, you can add a couple of carabiner hooks to make it longer. The last corner should have a tension strap instead of a turnbuckle. That's because it will be harder to put it in place than other corners, due to the tension you've already created. Stretch the shade out, and hook it on the last eye attachment. | Install an eye lag screw or an eye bolt at the height you want to hang the sails. Install the hardware on other attachment points if you're using them. Attach the turnbuckles and snap hooks or carbines to the sail. Hook the corners on to the posts. Secure the last corner by stretching out the tension strap. |
When you are driving, trying to fall asleep, or exercising, notice what you think about the most. If you find yourself constantly thinking about an activity when you aren't doing it, that may be a passion. Hobbies generally only occupy your mind when you are doing them, or on occasion otherwise. Passions stick with you all day and you’re always thinking about some aspect of them. If you are always looking for garage sales and thrift shops, checking your online seller accounts, and trying to find buyers, buying and selling used goods is a passion of yours. Pay attention to what you do during a given day or a whole week. Notice what you do most frequently or for the longest amount of time in each session. The activities that you spend the most time on are likely to be passions rather than hobbies. For example, let's say in the course of a week you play guitar every day, shoot baskets twice, write bits of poetry four or five times and play Xbox once. Guitar and poetry are top contenders to be passions, while basketball and gaming are hobbies. After you do an activity, check whether you looked at the clock recently. When you pursue a passion, you don't notice that a lot of time goes by. You’re so engaged that time passes quickly. If you check the time a lot, it's probably a hobby. For example, a half-hour of basketball is plenty, but two hours of picking guitar strings passes like minutes because it's a passion. Look at your work and home responsibilities and see if anything consistently gets in the way of them. If you tend to pursue a certain activity over other things that feel like work, it's because you’d rather do your passion. Say you are working on a research project. Instead of reading up on the topic, you spend an hour taking the perfect picture for the presentation. Photography is your passion. If your dirty dishes pile up for a week because you spend an hour practicing drums, it's because you’re passionate about playing. | Pay attention to what occupies your mind most often. Evaluate how you spend your time. Take notice of time seeming to pass quickly. Notice when you blow off responsibilities for an activity. |
A little bit of teasing is normal among friends, but if it is happening so often that it bothers you, it's probably gotten out of hand. Your friends may not even know how much it bothers you. Be sure to confront each friend alone, away from the group. If you try to shut it down while it's happening, it may just make the teasing worse. Be clear about your expectations. Was there a particular incident that bothered you? What could he or she have done differently, that would have been okay with you? Remember teasing is part of some people's personalities – your friend might not be able to avoid teasing you ever again. Don't try to force them to make a promise you know they won't be able to keep. You'll both end up resenting each other. Try to be specific. If there is a specific subject you'd like to make off-limits, ask if she will avoid teasing you about it. Or, if there is a certain friend who always seems to egg your friend on, ask your friend if she has ever noticed this happening – ask her to look out for it, in the future. Avoid blaming your friend, as this will just make them defensive. Avoid saying things like, “Why are you always so mean to me?” Instead, try something like, “It really bothers me when people tease me about my weight – would you please back me up when everyone starts doing that?” Let them know that as long as they are trying to work on things, you'll let them off the hook. Say something like, “We've been friends for ages, right? This is the only thing that bugs me...if you can just try to pay attention in the future, we're good.” If you know you sometimes overreact to teasing, or you're having difficulty laughing things off when you know you should – tell your friend you are working on it. Say, “I know I can be really sensitive sometimes, and I'm trying to work on it. Can you maybe go easy on me, until I develop a thicker skin?” But don't let them off the hook, if they are being a jerk. Sometimes people cover their bullying by telling their victim, “Hey, lighten up!” or “Get a sense of humor!” Don't blame yourself, if this is what's happening. Some people tease because they have a problem with you and they aren't brave enough to confront you about it. They will try to slip it into the conversation, pretending it's a joke. If you suspect this is the situation, take your friend aside one-on-one and just ask them if there is something they want to talk about. Tell them their teasing has come across as kind of mean spirited, lately, and you'd like to know the reason why. Use this approach with friends who suddenly start teasing you, or if their normal light teasing has become cruel. It might be that there is a miscommunication between you two, and once you clear it up, the teasing will stop completely. Sometimes friends tease you because they feel threatened by you, if they think you are becoming more popular than they are. They are just trying to get attention from the group, even if it's negative attention. They think if they make you feel small, they will look better. If you are suddenly getting teased more than usual, and you can't figure out why, it might be because people are beginning to see you as more attractive or more confident than you used to be – in this is the case, cheer up, it could be a good thing! Think about whether something has happened in your friend's life to make them feel insecure. They may be lashing out to deflect attention away from themselves. It might not be you at all. Avoid making too big a deal out of it, and don't demand an apology. A good friend will apologize without being asked, once they realize you are truly upset. But if you try to force them to feel bad when they don't think it's a big deal, they will only resent you for it. If you want to remain friends, tell them that as long as they tone down the teasing, things will be okay between you. If they continue to tease you after agreeing to change, you may need to think about ending the relationship. Having toxic people in your life causes a lot of unnecessary stress. | Tell them it bothers you. Ask them if something is bothering them. Figure out why they're doing it. Be willing to let it go. |
Group the prepped leaves in a bundle and tie them together at their stems with a rubber band or twist tie. Make more than one bundle if you have lots of basil leaves. Hang your bundles of basil from a hook or wall tack to dry. You don't have to hang them in your kitchen, but make sure you choose a place with freely circulating air and moderate sunlight to aid the drying process. Choose a room with a window that can be opened to let air and sunlight in and preferably one where bugs won't be able to get to your drying herbs. Your basil will be dried and ready to use in about two weeks or when the leaves are dark green, dry and brittle to the touch. If the leaves or stems still feel a little flexible, let them hang another week. Remove the rubber band or twist tie, separate the dried basil bundle and crumble the dried leaves with your fingers. Store them in a labeled jar or container for future use. | Gather the leaves in bunches. Hang leaves to dry. Let the basil hang for two weeks. Use the crushed dried basil now in your recipes. |
Take off your shoes and stand up straight with your abdomen relaxed. Slouching could throw off the measurement. For more accurate measurements, take your shirt off or wear one that's skin-tight. Use a flexible cloth measuring tape. Place it against your skin between your lowest ribs and hip bones. It should be roughly level with your belly button. As you wrap the measuring tape around your waist, make sure to keep it straight and parallel with the floor. Breathe out normally, but don't suck in your stomach. Make sure the measuring tape is straight and without any kinks, then note your waist circumference. If you’re measuring in inches, round to the nearest tenth of an inch. If you’re measuring in centimeters, round to the nearest centimeter. Write down your measurement if you think you might forget it. If you’re a man, a waist circumference over 40 inches puts you at a higher risk of developing obesity-related health conditions, such as diabetes, heart attack, or stroke. If you’re a woman and aren't pregnant, a waist circumference over 35 inches is considered high risk. For men, a measurement of 37.1 to 39.9 inches is considered intermediate risk. For women, intermediate risk is between 31.6 to 34.9 inches. If you’re measuring in centimeters, 94 to 101 cm indicates an intermediate risk for men, and a measurement above 102 cm is high risk. For women, 80 to 87 cm is intermediate risk, and circumferences above 88 cm are considered high risk. There are no standards for waist circumference for pregnant women, children, and teenagers. | Stand with your feet together and belly exposed. Place a measuring tape around your waist in line with your navel. Measure your waist just after exhaling. Interpret your measurement. |
Click on the crown template above or browse for a different template online. Search for “princess crown template” or “crown template.” After you have found the perfect template, download the document or pdf. Print the template at home, your local library, or send it to a print shop. If you are searching for a template for a princess crown, look for templates with softer shapes and curves. The more delicate, the better. If you are looking for a template for a royal crown, look for templates with jagged shapes. Circle the cut out crown around the wearer's head. The edges of the crown should overlap. Make a pencil mark where the two edges overlap. Remove the crown from the wearer's head. Line up the edges at the pencil mark and staple or glue them together. Let the glue dry before wearing your crown! | Find, download, and print a crown template. Fit the crown and wear it. |
It is easy to get dazzled by the flashy, tourist-attuned shops, but moving away from them has plenty of benefits. You’ll be able to delve into the true, local markets for goods that are often cheaper and better quality than the overpriced magnet you were considering. You’ll also gain a personal adventure to present when you give your gift. Search for information as to where you can find trustworthy shops and the gift you want. Ask your hotel concierge, a visitor's bureau, or search the Internet. Be wary of tour guides. Many tours have predetermined stops, and the shops there may offer the guide a commission and inflate prices. It's easy to fall in love with a local piece of artistry, but it's a lot harder to get it home in one piece. Once you’ve found something you think makes for a good gift, stop and consider how you’re going to get it home. Smaller gifts can be packed into a carry-on bag, but larger gifts are more at risk. Ask yourself if you have room in a suitcase, can risk it getting broken or stolen, or can ship by mail and how this impacts your budget. Travel magnets may seem like a generic gift, but they have an advantage in ease of transportation as well as cost. You’ll have to bring the gift home, and if it isn't something that can easily fit inside your luggage, it may not be worth the hassle. Before you take the plunge on a purchase, consult shipping rates for delicate gifts, large objects, or anything you want to send directly to either yourself or someone else. The costs add up and quickly dominate your budget. In addition to cost, consider the person who will receive this gift. A fancy or large gift may seem like a big gesture, but they’re going to have to incorporate it into their life and environment. A decoration for someone in an apartment may clash with the furniture, be unable to fit, or otherwise be met with less enthusiasm than expected. . Most North American and European travelers won't be accustomed to this. Getting over the awkwardness, though, will enable you to get better deals and therefore better gifts. Many cultures throughout the world still include haggling in their business transactions, so don't feel bad about challenging the asking price. Appropriate places include markets, bazaars, and small shops. You wouldn't haggle in a department store in Japan or America. Check in guidebooks or online for local haggling customs. Different cultures use different tones, for instance, and doing it the appropriate way helps your chances at success. Once you have an approximate maximum price and amount you’re willing to spend, set aside your cash before you begin, as this establishes a budget limit for both you and the clerk. Always maintain a positive and friendly tone. The goal isn't to beat the seller, and getting angry won't help. Take your time, don't show much interest, and don't be afraid to walk out. Chances are that if you do this, a clerk who once resisted your price will suddenly chase you into the street to offer a more agreeable deal. | Explore off the beaten path. Consider the gift’s durability. Consider the gift’s size. Haggle |
An easy way to make yourself appear paler is to wear black clothing or other dark colors. Dark clothing creates contrast so that your skin looks lighter by comparison. It's an easy way to instantly look paler and more dramatic. This does not mean that you have to dress up like a goth. You can create a casual appearance by pairing a black shirt with blue jeans. You don't have to wear all black. Put the focus on your shirt, as this is where you will have the most skin exposed (neck, arms, face, etc.). If you are willing to dramatically change your appearance, dying your hair a dark brown or black, or even a deep maroon or purple, will make your skin look paler. Because your hair frames your face, a dark hair color provides the perfect backdrop to make your face look paler by comparison. If you don't want to dye your hair, consider getting a wig instead. This is great for a temporary look. Keep in mind that hair dye is permanent. Even if you use temporary dye, there is a chance that it might stain your hair, especially if it is blonde. It's well known that wearing black or brown eyeliner helps to emphasize eye and skin contrast, but if you don't want to wear makeup, wearing colored contacts can also be a good solution. If you have blue eyes, consider wearing brown contact lenses to heighten contrast and make your skin appear paler. If you already have to wear contacts, consider getting prescription contacts instead. Be sure to practice proper hygiene when wearing contacts. Never leave them in overnight. | Wear dark clothing. Dye your hair a dark color. Wear dark contacts. |
. Even if the hookah is brand new, clean it to remove any foreign flavors and chemicals. Scrub every piece of the hookah with a soft brush, except for the non-washable hoses. It's easiest to clean the hookah right after each smoking session, instead of leaving residue to dry. At minimum, clean after every fourth or fifth session. There are many parts to a hookah, but it's not too tough to figure out. Here are the terms used in the instructions below: Base — The lowest section of the hookah. This can be detached and filled with water. Shaft — The main vertical body of the hookah. The lower end has a stem that sits in the water. Gasket — Silicone or rubber "donuts." Anywhere two parts fit together, you need one of these to make the connection airtight. Also called a grommet. Valves — Each smoking hose fits over a valve, located on the shaft. Bowl — The container at the top that holds hookah tobacco, also called shisha. Check the "stem," or thin lowest part of the shaft. Add enough water to submerge the stem about an inch (2.5 cm) under the water. Avoid overfilling the base, as the layer of air makes the smoke smooth and easier to pull. Add ice to keep the smoke cool and less harsh. Some people enjoy mixing the water with other liquids for additional flavors, such as juice or vodka. Most drinks will work, but stay away from milk and dairy products, which can ruin the hookah. Attach the silicone or rubber gasket to the top of the base. Push the main shaft into the gasket to ensure an airtight seal. Confirm that the stem reaches 1 inch (2.5 cm) under the water. Use the smaller gaskets to fit the hoses over the valves on the shaft's side. Some hookah models will leak air unless every valve is attached to a hose or a rubber stopper. Others are self-sealing. Cover the hole at the top of the hookah shaft with your palm. Try to inhale through one of the hoses. If you succeed in pulling in air, one of the connections is not airtight. Inspect each connection and correct this: If you’re having trouble fitting a part inside a gasket, wet the gasket with water or a drop of dish soap. If a connection is a little loose, wrap the stem with electrical tape and fit the gasket over the tape. If you're missing a gasket, wrap athletic tape around the stem. Keep wrapping until you can connect the two parts with a tight fit. | Clean the hookah Learn the terminology. Fill the base with water. Connect the shaft and hoses. Test it for gaps. |
Before you steam clean your face, you need to clean it first. Otherwise, you might cause even more pimples. Wet your face with lukewarm water. With your fingertips, apply cleanser to your face. Rinse your face with lukewarm water. Make sure to remove all the excess cleanser. Pat dry using a clean towel. You can add an acne-fighting essential oil to your steam. This can give your nose some extra cleansing. You can try tea tree oil, orange oil, lavender oil, rosemary oil, or peppermint oil. You may want to use the same oil that is in your cleanser or try a different oil completely. Heat one quart of water until it boils. When the water starts to boil, remove it from the heat. Then, pour the water into a heat proof bowl and add a few drops of your chosen essential oil. If you don't have any essential oils, you can substitute ½ teaspoon of the dried herb for each quart of water. Opening your pores using steam can help clear your skin and help the astringents effectively dry out the pimples on your nose To steam your face, begin by covering your head with a large towel. When the water has cooled a bit but is still steaming, hold your face over the steaming pot. Make sure to stay at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) above it. Close your eyes. Remain over the steam for 10 minutes with the towel over your head. This helps open your pores. Never put your face too close to hot water. This can cause scalding and damage blood vessels. After 10 minutes, remove your face from the steam. Cover your face with a cold washcloth. After holding the cold cloth on your face for 30 seconds, return to the steam. Repeat this 3 times, ending with the cold treatment each time. The idea is to contract and expand surface capillaries, which can tone your skin and improve circulation. When you are finished, rinse your face with lukewarm water. Gently pat your face dry without rubbing your skin. Then, apply a non-comedogenic moisturizer to your face. You can do this steam treatment twice a day, in the morning and in the evening, to try to get rid of the acne around your nose. | Wash your face. Choose an essential oil. Fill a bowl with steaming water. Hold your face over the steam. Repeat this process. Rinse and dry. |
You can also use paper towel tubes, but you will need to cut them in half. Use enough tape so that there are no holes. If there are any holes, the chalk mixture will leak. Cut the wax paper into 6 inch by 6 inch (15.25 centimeters by 15.25 centimeters) squares. Roll the wax paper into a tube and slip it inside each toilet paper roll. Gently spread the wax paper out until it is the same size as the toilet paper roll. The top of the wax paper should stick out of the top of the tube. The wax paper will protect the cardboard from the chalk mixture. | Gather three to six toilet paper rolls. Cover one end of each tube with duct tape. Line the tubes with wax paper. |
Sewing the screen shut is an option if the hole is too large to use adhesive. In some cases, you will not be able to sew the screen together without stitching a piece of scrap screening over the damaged area. To prep the screen for darning, unravel a few strands from the perimeter of the screen to use as your thread. Match the two ends of the screen as evenly as you can. If you cannot line up the two ends without leaving a noticeable hole in the middle, you may need to sew a piece of scrap screening over the hole. If you have any old or broken window screens, cut out a rectangle that is approximately the size of the hole. Patch screen material can work if no scrap screening is available. the strands through the screen with a needle. Once the torn edges are lined up, use a needle to weave the thread through the screen strands. If you don't have strands of screen material available, use a strong, long lasting thread (like heavy-duty or polyester thread). Make the stitches as small and identical as possible, and continue sewing until the hole is closed. Sew the torn edges together first and then, if the hole is still noticeable, place the patch over top and sew around its perimeter. | Unravel a few strands from the window screen. Line up the window screen seams as neatly as possible. Weave |
Bears run far faster than humans, and you're likely to encourage the bear to chase you if you run. Instead, wave your arms and make a lot of noise. Often, the bear will decide to turn away rather than attack. However, don't look the bear in the eye, as it may see that as a threat. Don't try to climb a tree. For it to work, the tree would have to be right next you, and you'd need to get at least 30 feet (9.1 m) up the tree quickly to escape the bear. Black bears will climb after you. Grizzlies are less likely to climb after you, but they may attempt it. Bear spray is a type of pepper spray that sprays farther than an average can. Typically, it can spray up to 30 feet (9.1 m). If a bear is coming at you, spray a cloud of pepper spray between you and the bear. To use the spray, release the safety and press down on the nozzle. Spray when the bear is about 30 to 60 feet (9.1 to 18.3 m) away. You can even spray it in the bear's face if it gets close. Spraying takes some practice, so try it with an inert can. Practice in headwinds and crosswinds, as well as with the wind at your back. Keep bear spray within easy reach, such as in a holster. You won't be able to get it out of your pack in time. Don't spray it on yourself or your gear. As long as you don't spray it in your face, it's not dangerous. However, the smell quickly fades, and for that reason, it's not an effective deterrent. In the unlikely event a bear does attack, curl yourself up in the fetal position and go limp. This position shields your organs, and a bear you surprised may give up once it realizes you're not a threat. If playing dead hasn't given the bear incentive to leave after a few minutes, it's time to start fighting. Kick, throw rocks, use sticks, and attack with whatever you can get your hands on. You may be intimidating enough to scare the bear away. | Stand your ground if a bear charges you. Employ bear spray if a bear charges at you. Play dead if a bear does attack you. Fight back if the bear keeps attacking you. |
Ideally, you should aim to have your pruning done by the end of summer or the first couple weeks of fall, when the weather is still warm. Once it gets cold, new growth will begin to taper off as the plant prepares to enter dormancy. Stop pruning your knockout roses in early fall at the latest. Any new growth they put out after this time may not harden off in time for winter. Your roses will benefit from getting a little rest before the next growing season. Just like you did in the summer, inspect your knockout roses carefully once more to identify and cull weak, sick, or dying canes. Otherwise, disease could spread throughout the bush unchecked, kill it off completely by the time winter sets in. At this point, it's advisable to remove as little of the plant's overall size as necessary. Avoid disturbing younger canes. You don't want to accidentally stimulate new growth that will just die off and weaken the plant. Just before your roses retire for the season, you can trim up to one-third off their total height. Focus on excess growth that doesn't contribute to the general shape of the bush. If there are any long, non-flowering stems sticking out from the top or sides, be sure to see to these as well. If your roses just barely managed to reach their ideal height during the peak growing season, a little light corrective pruning will be best. Fall pruning is not a major ordeal, and many gardeners even choose to skip it altogether. | Prune 1 final time if desired before the first frost of the year. Clear away dead wood. Reduce the overall height of your rose bushes. |
Preview comes pre-installed on your Mac and will open almost any type of image.Ctrl + click the image and select “Open With.” Choose “Preview.” If you run into an image type that you can't open or that looks wrong in the software, try using a web converter or Gimp. The image has to be on your computer for this method to work. If you’ve not yet downloaded the image to your computer, you’ll need to do that first. ” A box containing several menus will appear. You can also adjust the quality and resolution if you wish. The higher the quality or resolution, the more space the photo will take up on your hard drive. Make sure the name of your file ends with “.jpg” (case does not matter) then select a saving location that you’ll remember. Click “Save” to complete the conversion. | Open your image with Preview. Click on the "File” menu and select “Export. Change the format to JPEG. Rename the file and save. |
Determine how fluent you want to become and set small goals that will help you gradually reach your desired level of knowledge. Small steps are easier to work through. For example, if learning 40 new words each month seems intimidating, tell yourself to learn 10 new words each week. The smaller goal might be easier to work toward. Change your goals if you need to. If your current goals are too stressful and difficult to meet, you'll become discouraged and may quit your studies as a result. On the other hand, if your current goals do not challenge you enough, you may become bored and quit your studies because of that. Practice your verbal (listening/speaking) and written (reading/writing) skills each day. Schedule your practices for one specific time each day, and commit to studying during that time. Tell your teacher, classmates, friends, or relatives about your schedule and ask them to check on your progress. You might feel more motivated to stick to your schedule if you're worried about the consequences of straying from it. Take an actual English class or find a small group of other English students to practice with. Studying the language with other people will allow you to learn from each other. Formal English classes work well because they are led by professional teachers. Trust your English instructor. Don't be afraid to make mistakes or ask questions; correcting you and answering those questions is part of your instructor's job. When learning English informally, try to work in small groups instead of large groups. Smaller crowds may make you feel more comfortable and less embarrassed. Don't be afraid of making mistakes when you practice your English. If you stop yourself from practicing because you feel insecure about your current skill level, you won't be able to improve. When you don't feel confident, review the progress you've already made with your English studies. By realizing how much you've already accomplished, you might feel encouraged to continue improving yourself. Learning English can be its own reward, but if you have difficulty motivating yourself, find other ways to reward yourself for reaching your short-term language learning goals. The reward can be related to your English studies, but it doesn't have to be. For example, you might reward yourself after reaching a major goal by visiting an international festival or other event that attracts English speakers. You might reward yourself after reaching a small goal by buying your favorite snack or visiting your favorite restaurant, though. At the beginning of your studies, learn enough basic grammar to express and understand meaning. Focus on learning more advanced grammar after you learn how to speak English conversationally. Don't worry about memorizing the rules of grammar and using each rule in every conversation or piece of writing. If you try to apply every rule of grammar, your English might seem too stiff and unnatural. Thinking about proper grammar as you try to communicate will also prevent you from conveying your thoughts quickly. Be patient. Learning English easily does not mean that you will learn the language quickly. Take as much time as you need to understand the language instead of trying to speed through the learning process. Practice consistently. If you do not study or review past lessons on a regular basis, you might forget about the information you learned. Regular practice is the only way to remember English on a long-term basis. Don't be discouraged about how long the process takes. No one can fluently speak or write English after only studying for a few months, and you will probably need to study for at least one or two years before you can hold conversations in English. It will probably take an even longer amount of time before your English sounds natural and fluent. | Set goals. Schedule daily practice. Study with others. Be confident. Reward yourself. Improve grammar gradually. Keep practicing. |
In order to avoid mixing the bleach with the clear alcohol, thoroughly rinse the item with cold water until the smell of bleach dissipates. Since the clear alcohol seeps into the fabric dye and spreads it, any bleach left in the fabric might spread with the dye. Clear alcohol works best on small bleach spots or on dark fabrics. This is because the alcohol dilutes the dye in the fabrics and redistributes it to the whitened area. Clear alcohol is not an effective treatment for large bleach stains or for lighter fabrics as there is not enough dye for the clear alcohol to redistribute. Try an alternative method to treat the stain if this applies to you. The original dye in the fabric will begin to redistribute over the stained area. Continue to rub the area until the stain is covered up to your satisfaction. You want to give the dyes in the fabric a chance to settle before you wash away the clear alcohol. As soon as the fabric is dry, wash it as you normally would to avoid any additional discoloring that can occur from the residue of the clear alcohol. | Rinse the fabric under cold water to remove the bleach. Soak a cotton ball in clear alcohol like gin or vodka. Rub the soaked cotton ball over the stain and surrounding fabric. Let the fabric air dry, and then wash it to remove excess alcohol. |
Click the apple icon in the upper left corner of your iMac screen. Then click “Shut Down.” Unplug the power cord from the back of your iMac. Additionally, unplug any other devices that are connected to your iMac like speakers and HDMI cords. Tilt your iMac screen upward. To stabilize the screen for cleaning, place your hand against the back of the screen near the bottom. Gently wipe the entire screen in slow circular motions. Alternatively, use the cloth that came with your iMac to wipe the screen free of dust. Only spray the cleaner once or twice to dampen the cloth. Do not soak the cloth. Gently wipe the screen in a circular motion to remove smudges and other marks. Wipe the entire screen until it is free of smudges and marks. You can purchase computer screen cleaners online or at your local office supply store. Avoid scrubbing the screen to remove stubborn marks and smudges. If you do not have a computer screen cleaner, then dampen a microfiber cloth with water. Using circular motions, wipe the entire screen until it is clean. If you need to clean something sticky, make your own cleaner by mixing equal parts water and distilled white vinegar. Use this solution to clean your screen. Wipe the screen in a slow circular motion to dry it. Wipe the screen until it is completely dry and free of streak marks. Make sure to use a different cloth from the one that you used to clean the screen. | Shutdown and unplug your iMac. Use a microfiber cloth to wipe dust from the screen. Spray a computer screen cleaner onto a clean microfiber cloth. Use water to clean your computer screen. Wipe the screen with a clean, dry microfiber cloth. |
Silicone caulk maintains its integrity in sunlight and extreme temperatures better than latex caulk and it also lasts longer under most circumstances. Moreover, silicone caulk also works better in gaps that expand and contract, which gutters often do in response to changes in temperature. If you have white gutters, use a white caulk. If your gutters are painted in another color, choose a clear caulk. If possible, go with a caulk that is specifically formulated for gutters. Gutter caulks are designed to work in the conditions gutters face, and as such, they last much longer than non-gutter caulks. Rub the edge of the seam with sandpaper or a wire brush using steady, even pressure. Caulk, especially silicone caulk, adheres better to a surface that is slightly rough and uneven than it does to a perfectly smooth surface. The gutters do not need to be jagged, but it helps if the metal is a little coarse. Do not cut the tip off straight across. Cutting the tip at an angle makes it easier to fit the tube into the seam. The tube should be fitted securely at both ends of the gun. Start at the front of the seam and gradually pull the trigger of the caulking gun. As you squeeze, a small dot of caulk should emerge from the nozzle. Drag the nozzle down the length of the seam, applying even pressure on the trigger to maintain the same size dot along the entire seam. After you have applied the caulk, work it under the joint with the tip of a screwdriver. By working it into the joint, you ensure a stronger seal. Draw a second line of caulk above the first using the same method and amount of pressure as you used to create the first. Do not push this line under the joint. Use your finger to smooth the beaded line into a smooth strip of caulk. The width should be even throughout the entire line. After it has dried, check your work to verify that the caulk is secured. | Use a silicone caulk. Roughen the surface. Cut the tip of the caulk tube at an angle. Fix the caulk tube into a caulk gun. Apply the caulk in a straight, small bead across the seam. Push the caulk into the joint with a screwdriver. Apply another line of caulk. Smooth the caulk with your finger. Allow the caulk to dry. |
Take the time to sketch out what your narrative will be. It doesn't need to be completely filled in; it just needs to give you an idea of where your story is going. What's going to happen in the story? Why should your reader care about it? Spend some time free writing about what makes your characters unique. You should aim to make your characters as diverse as possible - you can do this by asking yourself a number of questions, like: What does this character look like? What do they like to do in their free time? What are their secret wishes? What motivates them? What is their impact on the story going to be? You won't use every detail you write out, but the details will help you create a more well-rounded character in your story. If the character becomes real to you, he or she will also become real to the reader. Is the story going to be told in third person or first? Does the reader know more than the character? You’ll need to make decisions about point of view before you begin, though you can always go back later and change it if you need to do so. | Outline your story. Develop your characters. Choose a point of view. |
Making your rabbit's cage playful for him is about providing him with an enriching environment in which he can play and, essentially, act like a rabbit (e.g., run, hop, forage). In addition, providing him with toys and materials that will keep him physically and mentally stimulated will ward off boredom and prevent him from getting stressed and lonely. The more enriched your rabbit's cage is, the happier and healthier he will be. The toys and materials you use to create the playful environment in your rabbit's cage should have smooth and rounded edges, and be non-toxic. Rabbits love to chew on things! Chewing not only helps keep your rabbit's teeth filed down, but can also keep him entertained for long periods of time. Hay, which is a major part of your rabbit's diet, takes a long time to chew and will thus keep your rabbit occupied for quite a while. You can also put branches from non-chemically treated fruit trees in your rabbit's cage. Wooden chew sticks are also good, but your rabbit may become quickly bored with the sticks. Make sure to provide him with a variety of items, such as an untreated wicker basket and dried-out pine cones, to chew on. In the wild, rabbits are prey animals, and thus spend time scanning their environment for danger. With a platform, your rabbit will be able to perform that same scanning activity, even though he will not need to be on the lookout for predators. Platforms are also good exercise for your rabbit. The act of jumping onto the platform will improve his physical fitness and bone strength. If your rabbit did not exercise much before you brought him home, he may not have the strength to jump up or down from the platform, and might injure himself trying to do so. Consider starting with a low platform, then use increasingly higher platforms as your rabbit builds up his strength. You could also use interval platforms or ramps. The platform should be sturdy and made of non-slip material. Examples of good platforms for rabbits include wooden crates, sturdy cardboard boxes, and tree stumps from non-chemically treated fruit trees. Toys are a great way to make your rabbit's cage more playful. There is a variety of rabbit-appropriate toys. Fortunately, you can make some at home so that you do not have to spend a fortune on toys at the pet store. One inexpensive toy that your rabbit would love is paper, such as shredded newspaper and brown paper bags with the handles removed. Cardboard boxes also make great toys. Cardboard boxes with holes cut in them make hiding places, which rabbits need to feel safe in their environment. If you make the holes large enough, large cardboard boxes could also be tunnels for your rabbit. Store-bought tunnels, either fabric or plastic, would be good additions to your rabbit's cage. Items that your rabbit can manipulate and/or toss will keep him entertained. Examples of these items include toy balls, plastic flowerpots, and untreated wicker baskets. Your rabbit may also enjoy tossing around baby toys (e.g., rattles, stacking cups). Put a few toys or playful objects in his cage at a time, and rotate them out on a regular basis—this will prevent him from getting bored with the same toys. Rabbits like to dig, so providing your rabbit with digging opportunities will make his cage feel more playful. Filling a plastic flowerpot with earth, or filling a cardboard box with shredded newspaper, will foster your rabbit's natural digging activity. A wicker basket filled with shredded newspapers or old magazines would also encourage your rabbit to dig. Foraging for food is another natural activity for rabbits. Rather than simply placing your rabbit's food in front of him, turn his eating time into playtime. For example, hide his food under a flowerpot or in a cardboard box. You could also scatter bits of your rabbit's food throughout his cage to encourage his natural foraging behavior. Another option is to hang his food in hanging baskets so that he has to reach up and find his food. Placing treats (e.g., small bits of fruit) in a food ball will help keep your rabbit entertained. Make sure that the openings in the ball are not blocked. In addition, the food in the ball should be part of your rabbit's daily ration. Although there are many ways to make your rabbit's cage more playful, some items may frighten your rabbit or cause him to feel distressed. As you introduce new items into your rabbit's cage, watch his behavior closely. If he avoids the object and seems frightened by it, remove it from his cage. Have a hiding place, such as a cardboard box, that your rabbit can go to if he feels frightened. | Learn about environmental enrichment. Give your rabbit something to chew on. Place a platform in your rabbit’s cage. Provide your rabbit with toys and playful objects. Encourage your rabbit to dig. Stimulate your rabbit’s tendency to forage. Monitor your rabbit’s behavior. |
Accurately budgeting your start-up is crucial to making your business successful. Precisely itemizing your start-up expenses makes it easier to communicate with banks and investors. Also, it helps you to correctly forecast your profitability in the first year of your business, which has tax ramifications. Finally, your start-up expenses and any debt you incur become part of you financial projections for your business plan. Start-up expenses may differ from business to business, but include the following categories. Expenses for structuring your business. If you have to consult a CPA or lawyer, include those expenses. Include fees for registering your business with your state and for obtaining your tax identification number with the IRS. Cost of obtaining licenses and permits and for complying with state and federal safety and environmental regulations. Purchase or lease of your business location. Purchase or lease of equipment. Purchase of start-up inventory. Before you ever make a sale, you will need to purchase materials such as wood, glass, metal and textiles to make your initial pieces of furniture. Advertising and marketing expenses. Wages and benefits for your employees. Whether you've been doing woodworking as a hobby in your home or have worked in a more commercial setting, you probably already own some equipment. However, if you plan to grow your business by offering new products or getting into a new market, you may need to upgrade your equipment. Don't waste time and money rigging your already-existing equipment to make new pieces. For example, Tom Dolese of Terra Firma Design in Bellingham, WA states that his investment in a horizontal mortise allowed him to do complicated joinery precisely and efficiently. Choose from a variety of methods for funding your business. You may have enough in personal savings to invest in your business. Or, you might have friends, family or other business associates who would be willing to invest in your furniture making store. You would either make plans to pay back their loan or offer them a share in your company, depending on your business structure. Finally, you can finance your business with a loan. The Small Business Administration (SBA) partners with banks and lending institutions to offer loans to help business owners. Other funding sources include a personal line of credit from your bank, peer-to-peer lending sites like Prosper, tapping into your retirement account, using credit cards, getting a home equity loan or using a crowdfunding site like Kickstarter or GoFundMe. | Forecast your start-up expenses. Plan to acquire high-quality equipment. Find funding sources. |
This is your friend, and even if you've been suffering with these romantic feelings for a long time, the last thing you should want is to make her feel uncomfortable. Strong emotions make it easy to get carried away; don't allow your strong feelings to compromise your friendship. Journaling about your feelings can help you feel less overwhelmed, which can be a powerful preventative for making a hasty, emotional decision. Write a personal letter. This will help you get all the things you want to say down on paper, without having said them to your female friend. Now you can think about whether these might come across as too strong; the last thing you want is to scare her away, especially if there's potential for love. Does she constantly want to hang out with you alone? Do you find her looking at you more frequently, or did she break up with a boyfriend for no particular reason that you know of? These can all be signals that she is becoming interested in you as more than just a friend. This can be dangerous, as sometimes friends will make decisions on their own that they feel is best for your female friend. However, if she has a friend that you are also friends with, and trust, you can get a clear read on the situation by asking if you stand a chance. Be sure you express yourself clearly:"Has she said anything about me? I really want to be the one to tell her myself, but I've been thinking lately that we might be good as more than friends." As her friend, this will be a lot easier for you to determine than some stranger off the street. Pay attention to her work schedule, home life, social life, and any other factor that might be adding stress to her life or making her unhappy. You don't want these to influence her decision negatively. To give yourself the best odds, you should ask on a clear, comfortable day, when she is not too tired or stressed. Unfortunately, as uncomfortable as being vulnerable can be, this is the only way you are going to be able to express your feelings for your female friend. But you can take comfort in the fact that everyone at some point feels vulnerable, and use this to your advantage. As an example, you might confess your feelings by saying, "This isn't easy for me. I'm not the best at being vulnerable, and it's always been hard for me to put my feelings out there. I don't want things to change between us if you aren't comfortable, but lately I've been finding myself wondering about what it would be like if we went out on a date together." Especially if the friendship is important to you and you want it to continue even if she isn't interested in dating, it's important that you let her know this. You: "I hope I'm not making you uncomfortable by saying this, and I want you to know, no matter what happens, nothing will change on my end if you don't want it to. But I can't stop myself from feeling like there might be something more between us, and I have to know if you feel this way, too." This does not mean hire a string quartet and sing out your love in front of her apartment complex. The way you express your feelings will be unique to your relationship. If she's the type that likes grand gestures, maybe the string quartet is the way to go. But remember, you are shifting the nature of your relationship, and that's a big step already. Be careful you don't say anything over the top, or jump into things too fast; this may only hurt your chances with her. | Don't rush yourself. Gauge her feelings. Ask her friends. Choose your moment carefully. Get comfortable with your own vulnerability. Reassure her while telling how you feel. Express your feelings honestly. |
The flowing silk already creates a formal, feminine vibe, and adding your favorite pair of strappy heels emphasizes that even more. Treat the culottes just like you would a gorgeous dress when choosing heels. A pair of patent leather heels in a neutral color like black can look really chic. Heels can make your legs look longer and slimmer in culottes, too. You could wear this look on a date, to a dressy event, or even to work. Wedges have a similar height to heels, but their overall vibe is a bit more casual. The height can lengthen your leg line and make your legs look slimmer. Wear a dark pair of culottes with a white silk blouse, fitted blazer, and a pair of refined wedges for a work-ready look. Booties and ankle boots can look polished and edgy with culottes. For a fun look and a pop of color, go with a pair of peep toe red leather booties. Black suede ankle boots can look edgy and sexy with a slinky pair of black culottes. Experiment with other booties to suit your personal style. Ballet flats work perfectly when you’re trying to create a chic vibe with a flirty twist. If you have a sporty style, wear casual culottes made of sweatshirt material with a flat bottom pair of sneakers, like classic Converse, and head to the gym or into town to run a few errands. | Wear strappy heels with flowy silk culottes for a dressy look. Choose wedges if you want a slightly more casual look. Try a pair of cute booties for an edgy look. Wear flats or athletic shoes for a casual look. |
It's important to choose a doctor whose expertise is suited to your problem. If you don't know any doctors or psychiatrists who prescribe medication for phobias, a good way to start looking is by contacting your family practitioner doctor. She will probably be able to refer you to a trusted colleague. Realize that medication-based options will not solve the underlying psychological issue that causes acrophobia. But, it can make life much easier by easing your anxiety and allowing you to relax. Consider using alternative and natural medications/treatments. They could include acupuncture, meditation, or essential oils. Be sure to talk to your doctor before trying of these methods. Communication is key if you are seeking medication for your acrophobia. Describing your symptoms as clearly and thoroughly as possible will help your doctor make a decision regarding possible treatment options. Share your symptoms openly with your doctor and let your doctor help you. Not every doctor will be familiar with all of drugs that are available for treatment of acrophobia, so you may want to do your own research on these drugs. Share any concern you may have with your doctor and let your doctor provide useful feedback. Many drugs are reported to have negative side-effects. It's alright if you decide that these outweigh the benefits for you. Here are a few of the most common types of medication that your doctor might prescribe you: Antidepressants such as SSRIs or SNRIs are drugs that typically act upon and increase the levels of certain neurotransmitters responsible for regulating mood. Benzodiazepines are fast-acting, psychoactive drugs that can be useful for short-term relief of anxiety. While effective in the short-term, benzodiazepines can be habit forming. Beta blockers work by blocking adrenaline. This medication is mainly useful for the relief of the physical symptoms of anxiety, such as trembling or rapid heartbeat. Though the cause of acrophobia isn't entirely understood, research has suggested it may be related to the way the body interprets visual and spatial stimuli from the vestibular system and eyes. For some sufferers, acrophobia may come from an inability to perceive visual and spatial cues at great heights, where the importance of such information is heightened. This may lead sufferers to feel disoriented or dizzy and incorrectly judge the positions of their own appendages. In this case, acrophobia may have a physiological cause, rather than a psychological one, so talk to your doctor. You may be referred to a medical specialist who can give you insight into physical causes of your fear. In some cases, especially if traditional treatments aren't working, you might want to look into approaches that have been labeled “alternative,” “complementary” or “integrative.” These approaches are not for everyone, but they have been shown to be effective under certain conditions. These can include forms of treatment as diverse as acupuncture, mind-body centering exercises that increase the relaxation response, guided imagery to engage the mind in the healing process, and/or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing biofeedback. As with most practices, it's always a good idea to consult a trusted physician before beginning any form of intensive practice. | Find a psychiatrist or doctor familiar with prescribing medication for phobic disorders. Speak openly with your doctor. Research available drugs as much as possible. Seek treatment for visual/vestibular system ailments. Consider all of your options. |
Boyfriend jeans are most commonly paired with heels, because these shoes give the jeans a dressy, feminine, and fun look. You can wear plain black heels or pink shoes with a funky pattern like animal print for a more fun and carefree look. If you really want to show off your heels, then you should wear cuffed boyfriend jeans. Here are some great types of heels to wear with your latest pair of boyfriend jeans: Kitten heel Platform heel Peep-toe heel Pumps Stilettos Chunky heels Ankle-strap heels Boyfriend jeans can also go great with boots, especially in the colder months. You can wear them with more casual boots for an everyday look, or dress them up with fancier boots. Here are some types of boots to try with your boyfriend jeans: High-heeled boots Boots with funky patterns like zebra print Leather boots Uggs Cowboy boots Mid-calf boots Knee-high boots Lace-up boots Your boyfriend jeans will also look great with the right pair of flats, whether they're open-toed or close-toed. Here are some great pairs of shoes to try with your boyfriend jeans: Mary Janes Flip-flops Sandals Ballet flats Moccasins For a more casual look, you can rock your boyfriend jeans with any everyday pair of sneakers, clogs, slippers, or any pair of comfy, casual shoes that looks good with boyfriend jeans. If you're going to wear sneakers, try to avoid wearing cropped pants, because this may draw too much attention to your feet and can make them look bigger than they actually are. For a fun look, pick a pair of sneakers that are a bright, eye-catching color like red or even neon green. Rock your boyfriend jeans with a pair of Toms of a contrasting color. Wear converse with your boyfriend jeans. Wear a comfy pair of clogs with your boyfriend jeans. | Wear your jeans with a pair of heels. Wear your jeans with boots. Wear your jeans with flats. Wear your jeans with more casual shoes. |
Indoor cats need their nails clipping more frequently, as they are not wearing them down going outside. Either have your vet tech or cat groomer cut them, or ask them to show you how to do it. Clip the tips once a month. Also brush your cat wherever it lets you. It may even roll around and let you brush its furry stomach if it's in a really affectionate mood! Brushing your cat is not usually necessary to keeping your cat's coat in good condition (cats usually groom themselves) but it is a good way to form a bond with your pet. This is also a chance for you to inspect your cat's coat and its body for potential health issues. Look for black dots or things moving in the cat's fur. Separate the fur and look at the exposed skin. If you do see things moving or lots of small black dots (flea feces), get it a flea and tick collar, a spray, powder, or take the cat to the vet to get suggestions about treatment. Sometimes as cats get older they are no longer able to groom their coats completely. They loose flexibility, making it impossible for them to reach their entire coat. If this is the case with your cat, you may need to do more regular grooming to keep your cat's coat healthy. Unneutered animals are much more territorial and likely to mark their territory (your home!) with urine or feces. Also, they are more likely to attract strays to the house, which in turn can leave your cat feeling threatened or distressed by the sight of other cats in its yard. Even though the cat doesn't go out, you should still get it vaccinated. Some viral infections, such as feline distemper, are caused by hardy viruses that can be walked in on your shoes. Also, if your cat does slip out one dark night, because its immune system has never been exposed to outdoor bugs, there is a greater risk of it catching disease. Cats that don't hunt or go outdoors still require worming twice a year. This is because they are born with worms that they acquired from their mother, and the worm eggs lay dormant in the body tissues which hatch out over the pet's lifetime. While the risk of acquiring fleas is lower with an indoor cat, if your pet does pick up a flea than you are liable to have a population explosion. There are many excellent safe and effective flea products for use on a cat. Have a chat with your veterinarian to discover which is the best product to meet your needs and your cat's needs. This is a small microchip that is implanted under the skin of the scruff. When the chip is scanned it sends out a unique number that is registered on a data base with your details. Should your cat escape, the chip provides a foolproof way of the rescuer realizing it is owned and reuniting the two of you. | Groom your cat occasionally. neuter your indoor cat. Get your cat vaccinated. Don't forget flea control. Get your cat micro-chipped. |
Check your kitchen cupboards before going out and buying things. You may already have everything you need for this at-home hair lightener. Cinnamon. Buy sticks or ground cinnamon. Be sure to buy a lot because you will need multiple tablespoons per use. Honey. Raw honey works the best. If you can't get raw honey, use pure honey. Conditioner. Any moisturizing conditioner will work. It will help your hair take in the chemicals. Lemon juice. If preferred, buy a lemon and juice it at home for the mixture. Shower cap. If you don't want to buy a shower cap, you can use plastic wrap or a plastic grocery bag but be careful with this around your face. Put the ingredients together in a bowl and mix well. 1 cup honey 1 cup deep conditioner 1 tsp. lemon juice 2 tbsp. cinnamon Leave it for at least half an hour. Honey contains hydrogen peroxide. When the cinnamon is mixed in, it activates the hydrogen peroxide. By letting the mixture sit, the hydrogen peroxide will develop and this is what will lighten your hair. While you wait for the mixture to develop, comb your hair very well. Ensure all of the tangles are out of your hair. This way the mixture can take evenly to every strand. You can use this mixture with clean or dirty hair. Lightening your hair with this cinnamon mixture is different than using straight hydrogen peroxide. Blondes: strawberry blond, some brown highlights Black: lighter brown, red tints (after several times) Red: red highlights, brown tints Light brown: lighter shades and red tints Dark brown: light brown and red | Assemble your ingredients. Create the mixture. Brush your hair. Know what results you’re aiming for. |
Place the thick-shelled seeds in a saucer or cup. Fill this dish with just enough water to cover the seeds and let the seeds soak overnight. Since the shells of these seeds are so thick, they germinate much better when they are softened with plenty of water. The seeds should still be firm after you soak them, but they will feel a little softer and appear more swollen. You should use a 1 to 5 gallon (3.8 to 19 L) pot or other planting container. Ideally, the container should have four or five drainage holes. If you are keeping the container indoors, set it on top of a saucer to prevent excess water from creating a mess as it drains. Instead of using soil from your garden, fill the planting container with medium to high quality commercial potting mix. Any all-purpose, standard commercial potting mix should suffice. These flowers do not require special soil. Soak the soil with water before you plant the seeds. The soil should be thoroughly moist, but not soggy. Allow any excess water to drain before you sow the seeds. You will need to make sure that the soil is moderately moist throughout the germination process. This stage will usually take one or two weeks. Gently press each seed 1/4 to 1/2 inch (0.6 to 1.25 cm) into the soil. Space them apart at even intervals. Four seeds should fit into a 1-gallon (4-L) container comfortably. If you are using a 5-gallon (20-L) container, you can sow a dozen or so seeds without crowding them out too much. Set the container in a sunny location where it can receive around 6 hours of sunlight daily. If the weather is warm enough, you can place the container outdoors on a porch, balcony, or patio. If the plants do not receive enough sunlight, they might look lengthy. Bloom production might also suffer. | Soak the seeds. Find a large enough container. Fill the container with potting soil. Water well. Place 4 to 7 seeds in the container. Keep in direct sunlight. |
If your family or community is extremely conservative, then it may not be safe to tell them that you're pregnant, especially if you think you will abort. Don't risk being verbally abused, physically abused, or kicked out of your house if you think it's possible. If it's not safe to tell your family, you may be able to go out "camping" or "on a road trip" and get an abortion in secret. (See if there's a trusted friend who will go with you and corroborate your story.) Be cautious about signing forms and make it clear to the clinic that you want this to be secret from your family and your family doctor. After your abortion, you might not be feeling so well. Your family might think it is a cold or the flu. Once your doctor has confirmed your pregnancy, you will likely have many questions. Your doctor is a great resource for you. Being pregnant will cause significant physical changes to your body. Even if you don't plan to be pregnant for long, you should ask your doctor what you can expect. Your doctor will also perform a physical exam, and may perform blood tests or an ultrasound at the visit. Ask your doctor to give you an approximation of how far along you are in your pregnancy. Many states have laws about when you can and cannot receive abortions. Typically, abortions are safest in the first trimester. Being unexpectedly pregnant can be a very frightening experience. You might feel confused and scared. Give yourself a few days to think about your options. If you have a friend or family member you can trust, don't be afraid to ask for advice. Most importantly, think about the decision that is best for you and your health. Essentially, you have three options to choose from: parenthood, adoption, or abortion. Even if you know what you want to do, it is still a good idea to talk to a counselor. They can prepare you with what to expect. Reproductive health clinics also provide resources to people who aren't sure whether they want abortions, and can offer resources if you think you want to keep the pregnancy but lack money or support. If you can, you may want to talk to the potential father to help you make your decision. But, legally the choice is yours. | Determine whether it's safe to tell anyone what's going on. Consult a doctor, if it's safe to do so. Think about your options. |
Liquid nitrogen is 320 degrees below zero, so it's important to take certain precautions to avoid frost burns and other injuries. Make sure that you always wear gloves when handling the liquid nitrogen. Admittedly, it is okay if the liquid nitrogen comes into contact with your skin briefly. In most cases, it will just slide right off your skin. The real danger comes when you try to contain it, like in a fist, or if your skin is already wet. Just be very cautious when handling it. You definitely don't want to get the liquid nitrogen in your eyes. So be very careful when mixing, but still wear protective eye gear just to be safe. Liquid nitrogen is so cold that it can make your finger shatter; just imagine what it could do to your eyes. You want to always be in control of where the liquid nitrogen ends up, so try not to splash it as you're mixing it or when you're carrying it in the container. | Use gloves. Wear safety glasses. Be careful not to splash the liquid nitrogen. |
In this method, you insert a long, flat knife or similar object directly into the CD player. Knives made from metal conduct electricity, so, if you have an object made from wood or plastic that will work (like, for instance, a popsicle stick), use it. If not, be sure to disconnect all power supplies from the CD player and make sure any electrical charge has been removed. Turn the car and the CD player off and disconnect the negative terminal of your car's battery. Note: As with other methods described in this article, this method carries the risk of damage to the stuck CD or the CD player itself. If you don't want to put your property at risk, take your car to a trained automotive professional. Use a strong tape like Gorilla tape for best results. Putty knives are typically tapered so that if you wrap the tape tight enough, it will not slide off the end. If you're using another object, like a popsicle stick, which doesn't taper, you may need to stick the tape to the object, wrap it around several times, then put a twist in the tape and wrap it around several more times to make sure the tape is adequately secured to the object. Because your knife (or stick, etc.) is now covered with sticky tape, it can be difficult to insert it into the CD player. To make this process easier, use paper to make one side of your knife smooth. Stick a small piece of printer or construction paper onto your knife. Trim the paper with scissors so that it matches the size and shape of the knife. Delicately wiggle your knife to feel for the top of the CD. Press down gently to get the tape to stick to the CD. When you feel that your knife is stuck to the CD, gently try to lift and remove the CD. | Reduce electrocution risk. Wrap tape (sticky side out) around the end of a putty knife (or similar object). Stick a thin piece of paper on one side of the knife. Insert the knife into CD player, sticky side down. |
This will help prevent the growth of bacteria or fungus. Mix one part apple cider vinegar with two parts water. Massage this solution into the cradle cap. Let it sit for 15 minutes or until dry. This will help dissolve and loosen the scales. Mix a paste of baking soda and water. Use 1-2 teaspoons of baking soda and a 1:1 ratio of water. Dab the paste onto the infected area and let it dry on the baby for 15 minutes. Do not apply vinegar or baking soda to broken skin or open wounds because it may sting. Instead, seek medical attention from a doctor. Gently comb against the hair slowly lifting and removing the loosened flakes. A lice comb works particularly well. The thin narrow teeth will catch even the smallest flakes. Do not scrape off flakes that are still attached to the scalp as this may hurt the baby. Be careful to avoid rinsing the apple cider vinegar or baking soda mixture into the baby's eyes. Use a mild shampoo that is approved for babies' sensitive skin. | Make a gentle disinfectant out of natural remedies such as apple cider vinegar or baking soda. Comb out the flakes using a fine-toothed comb. Shampoo the baby to wash out any remaining apple cider vinegar or baking soda paste. |
Many people feel awkward reaching out to a potential new friend. While making friends feels easy and natural in childhood or school, you often feel odd doing the same as an adult. Try to remember other people are as eager to make friends as you. Don't be shy about sending someone a text or making a phone call. Don't feel like your friendship is unwanted if you have to initiate the first hang out. The other person may be shy or busy. Send a text or make a phone call asking the person to hang out. It can be something simple. For example, "Hey! We met at Julia's party last week. Do you want to get together for drinks this Friday like we talked about?" In adulthood, there are a lot of obligations. People do get busy with work, family, and other issues. If someone passes on an invitation, do not get discouraged. In all likelihood, it was not personal. The other person probably was genuinely busy. Wait a week and text something like, "Hey! Too bad it didn't work out Friday. When are you free? I would love to get together." Don't get discouraged if it takes a while to form a solid plan. Many people are genuinely busy. The two of you may end up having conflicting schedules for a bit before you can start forming a friendship. Make plans centered around shared experiences. People tend to bond through sharing things. You're also likely to find more friends by pushing yourself to experience more out of life. Experience things you both enjoy. If you met in a cooking class, for example, try cooking a meal together. If you met on a sports team, go for a hike. While sharing experiences, strive to meet new friends together. The two of you can be open to chatting up strangers in a bar or joining a few mutual friends for a dinner party. Just as you extend invitations, strive to accept them. You're more likely to meet new people and make new friends if you show up. You'll get invited out more if you're consistently the person who's always there and ready to have fun. Try to say "Yes" as often as you can. If a friend invites you to coffee, go even if you have to tweak your schedule. If you want to make and find new friends, sometimes you have to make time for this. Make sure and thank the person who invited you after the event. This will reinforce to them that you like being included. | Do not be afraid to initiate get togethers. Follow up. Share experiences. Accept invitations. |
Solve an anagram by rearranging the letters of a word to reveal the hint, which, along with the definition, will help you find the clue's answer. As with the previous clue, “edict” becomes “cited” after you shuffle the letters in the wordplay around. Spot an anagram by looking for words that indicate change or modifications. Common anagram indicator words include “transfer,” “cook,” “dress,” “out,” “off,” “moved,” or “lost.” The words you will need to jumble will be located either directly before or after the indicator word. For example, the following clue is an anagram: “Dress suiting a saint.” “Saint” is the definition and “dress suiting a” is the wordplay. “Dress” indicates that this is an anagram because it implies change. Since there are no words preceding “dress,” you know that the words that follow it, “suiting a,” are the words that need to be rearranged. “Suiting a” can be reshuffled to reveal “Ignatius,” a saint! Anagrams are often the longest words in the crossword puzzle. Charades are formed by joining parts of words from the clue together to create a new word. Charades do not usually have indicator words, but typically contain words such as “has,” “with,” “and,” or similar conjunctions. You’ll often need to think in terms of synonyms to know which words to join together. For example, in the following clue, “wave cereal bowl,” “wave” is the definition. By process of elimination, you know you are working with the words “cereal” and “bowl.” If you look for synonyms, you’ll get “bran” (for cereal) and “dish” (for bowl). Using the charades method of combining words, you’ll get “brandish,” which is the answer because it is a synonym of your definition, “wave.” In addition to synonyms, you may need to work with word abbreviations in order to solve charade clues. For example, “place on bottom of sack:” “Pl” is the abbreviation for “place” and “under” is a synonym for “on bottom.” Combine the two to get “plunder,” which also means “sack” (your definition). Identify a hidden-words clue by recognizing indicator terms such as “some,” “buried in,” “held by,” or “in part.” Scan your sentence for words that can be made by combing the first or last letters from one word with letters from an adjacent word. For example, in the clue “Scottish snack offered in disco nearby,” your definition is “Scottish snack,” the indicator is “offered in,” and your wordplay is “disco nearby.” The hidden word will always be located in your wordplay phrase, so scan it carefully and consider whether there is a word that can be made by combining parts of “disco nearby” that matches the definition “Scottish snack.” You’ll find the answer by combining the last three letters of “disco” with the first two letters of “nearby” to make “scone!” | Rearrange the clue's letters when dealing with anagram clues. Join parts of words together to find the answer with charade clues. Combine letters from different words to answer clues with hidden words. |
Meanwhile, prepare a 15-inch by 10-inch (38-cm by 25-cm) baking sheet by lining it with nonstick aluminum foil. Alternatively, you could lightly coat the baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray instead of using oil. Rinse the potatoes under running water while scrubbing the skins with a stiff vegetable brush. If you wish to keep the skins, you need to scrub off the dirt in this manner. If you don't wish to keep the skins, peel the potatoes first and rinse them under running water when finished. You should not need to scrub them since the dirty skins are already gone. Secure the waffle blade attachment in the mandolin. Using firm, even pressure, pass the end of the potato over the blade, creating the first slice. The waffle blade should have ridges on it. To prevent the fries from becoming too thin, use a thickness of 1/4 to 1/2 inch (0.6 to 1.25 cm). If you don't have a mandolin, consider using a ridged cheese knife. Chop straight down over the end of the potato using this knife, making slices that are 1/4 to 1/2 inch (0.6 to 1.25 cm) thick. Turn the potato 90 degrees. The vertical grooves should now run horizontally. Make a second slice from this angle. Rotating the potato in this manner should create the crisscross waffle pattern. If you don't rotate the potato, you'll get ridged fries instead of waffle fries. Continue slicing both potatoes in this manner, rotating 90 degrees in between each slice. Spread the potato slices onto your prepared baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer. Bake the fries in your preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown. The exact amount of time may vary depending on how thick you cut the fries. You may need to check the progress every 5 minutes after the first 15 minutes to prevent the fries from burning. If you'd prefer evenly browned fries, consider turning the fries with a spatula after the first 15 minutes. Allow the other sides to brown for the duration of the cooking time. Remove the hot fries from the oven and sprinkle them with salt according to your own tastes. While these fries shouldn't get soggy, they'll still taste best when eaten hot and fresh from the oven. | Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (230 degrees Celsius). Clean the potatoes. Slice the potato using a ridged waffle blade. Rotate and continue slicing. Bake the potato slices. Toss with salt and enjoy. |
In this paper, we design and analyze a new zeroth-order stochastic optimization algorithm, ZO-signSGD, which enjoys dual advantages of gradient-free operations and signSGD.The latter requires only the sign information of gradient estimates but is able to achieve a comparable or even better convergence speed than SGD-type algorithms.Our study shows that ZO signSGD requires times more iterations than signSGD, leading to a convergence rate of under mild conditions, where is the number of optimization variables, and is the number of iterations.In addition, we analyze the effects of different types of gradient estimators on the convergence of ZO-signSGD, and propose two variants of ZO-signSGD that at least achieve convergence rate.On the application side we explore the connection between ZO-signSGD and black-box adversarial attacks in robust deep learning. Our empirical evaluations on image classification datasets MNIST and CIFAR-10 demonstrate the superior performance of ZO-signSGD on the generation of adversarial examples from black-box neural networks. | We design and analyze a new zeroth-order stochastic optimization algorithm, ZO-signSGD, and demonstrate its connection and application to black-box adversarial attacks in robust deep learning |
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