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Most pet stores sell ammonia test kits. These kits check the total ammonia levels (which includes both ammonia and ammonium). The problem with this is that the tests do not distinguish between the two distinct ammonia levels, meaning you may not be able to accurately assess how toxic the water is. As a general rule, if your tank is established (meaning it's been inhabited and has active bacterial colonies), you should not be able to detect any ammonia with a standard kit. If these tests indicate a measurable level of ammonia and you know there is already a healthy bacterial colony and a lack of organic matter, it's most likely a problem with your filter. Your tank's pH can directly affect the ammonia levels in the water. By measuring the pH levels on a regular basis, you'll help ensure that ammonia levels are not toxic. The pH of a body of water affects how much ammonia is ionized versus how much remains un-ionized. You'll still need to treat the water beyond adjusting the pH, as acidifying the water will not actually break down the ammonia that's already present. Depending on when you test your tank's water, you might be getting an artificially-high reading. The best time to test the water would probably be right before feeding, as new food has not yet broken down in the water. Ammonia levels reach their peak approximately 90 minutes after your fish have been fed. Testing the water shortly after your fish have eaten (and are producing waste) can give you an inaccurately-high reading of ammonia levels. | Buy a standard test kit. Measure the water's pH. Test the water at the right time. |
A free body diagram is a quick sketch of an object that illustrates all of the forces acting on it and the direction these forces are acting. Read through the problem and draw a simple sketch of the object in question and the arrows representing every force acting on that object. For example: Calculate the net force of an object weighing 20 N sitting on a table being pushed towards the right with 5 N of force, but staying still because of a friction force of 5 N. The standard is to set arrows pointing upward or to the right as positive and arrows pointing downward or to the left as negative. Remember, you can have multiple forces working in the same direction. Forces that oppose each other will always have opposite signs (one positive, one negative). If you are working with multiple force diagrams, make sure you keep the directions consistent throughout. Label the magnitude of each force with a “+” or “-“ sign based on the direction of the arrow you’ve drawn on the force diagram. For example: The force of gravity is a downward force making it negative. The normal force is upward making it positive. The push force is to the right making it positive, while the friction force acts to oppose this force towards the left (negative). Be sure to label all of the forces that are acting on the object. When an object is resting on a surface there is a downward force of gravity (Fg) and an equal force in the opposite direction called the normal force (Fn). In addition to these two forces, label the rest of the forces stated in the problem. Write the magnitude of each force in Newtons next to the given label. A standard way to label forces is with a capital F and a subscript of first letter of the force. For example, if there is a force due to friction, label it Ff. Force due to gravity: Fg = -20 N Normal force: Fn = +20 N Friction force: Ff = -5 N Push force: Fp = +5 N Now that you have labelled all forces with both a direction and magnitude, you just need to add all of them together. Write an equation for net force (Fnet) where Fnet is equal to the sum of all the forces acting on the object. For example: Fnet = Fg + Fn + Ff + Fp = -20 + 20 -5 + 5 = 0 N. Because the net force is 0 N, the object is stationary. | Draw a free body diagram. Establish the positive and negative directions of forces. Label all forces. Sum the magnitudes of all the forces. |
You may be thinking: that's not social media. In fact, letters are the original form of social media, though the phrase has come to be associated with virtual and fleeting forms of contact – none of which have even begun to approach the depth and gravitas that can be conveyed in a tangible, handwritten letter. Start by conveying why you’re writing. A simple, “Hey! I’ve been thinking about you and wanted to write to touch base about each of our long and winding paths through life.” Ask a few questions specific to their lives, particularly about things you know that they enjoy. Update them a bit with a few things in your realm, particularly anything you’re especially proud of or are looking forward to. Make it fun. Include a drawing, hard-copy photo, or scrap of concert poster you wish you could have attended together – or did attend together in the past! “Stalk” is used here with in an attempt at humor – the point is, take advantage of the opportunity to catch up on the happenings in a friend's life via their Facebook posts. Tossing a “like” at a photo or comment that sticks out will bring you to their mind, too. Commenting is even better. By browsing your friend's wall, you’ll automatically have things to talk about next time you see them. Make notes on your phone of things you want to ask them about next time you get the chance. Or, better yet, use your phone like a phone and call them – you already have an opening conversation in mind! Photo-based social media platforms can be a great way to stay in touch with friends too. With both Instagram and Pinterest, you can quickly and easily share images of the things you see while searching the web, other peoples’ profiles, or even real life. Use Instagram if you’re into taking pictures of latte art, interesting sidewalk formations, or the book you’re reading. You can simply post photos to your feed, or send them as direct messages to a friend. Leaning towards those slightly more home-décor-minded, Pinterest has been compared to sitting around and ripping pages out of magazines with your friends. Whatever platform you choose, remember to emphasize the “social” potential by @-ing or #-ing or simply direct messaging your friends that you think would be interested! When sending images directly, include a note about how much better it would be to experience whatever you sent together “IRL”! Appearing with overwhelming force, Snapchat has become the go-to social media weapon of literally hundreds of millions of humans. Some of them are your friends. Keep in touch with them and their day-to-day moments of snappiness by downloading this free photo and video messaging app on your phone. Add text and rudimentary drawings to your messages to be extra social. Send messages to a few select friends or everyone on your contact list! Know the distinguishing feature of Snapchat: you’ll only see each other's “snaps” for a few moments. Snapchat is especially fun for wild, zany, and otherwise nonsensical discourse. Aside from the smartphone apps you’ve probably already heard of, and all the other methods of sending messages back and forth across the web, there are other, more creative ways to interact online as well. Check out Miniclips.com, which hosts a bunch of multiplayer games you can challenge your friends to play with you. If you have different schedules, you can always see who can get the highest score in a single player game and update each other about new achievements. Use Spotify to setup a shared playlist that you and your friends can all add music to. You’ll learn what they’ve been listening to and vice-versa. When you discover a new artist that they added to a shared list, shoot your friend a text to tease them (politely) for finally developing an appreciable taste in music. Excessive internet use – including, if not primarily, the use of social media – can have detrimental effects on your health, productivity, and happiness. If you’ve recently upped your time online and are experiencing greater loneliness, staying up later, and missing class or showing up late to work, you may be spending too much time online. Stick to non-instant messaging tools – such as email – instead of live chatting, if your productivity or happiness may be taking hits from your time using social media. | Write your friend a letter. Facebook stalk your friends. Use Instagram and Pinterest. Jump on the Snapchat bandwagon. Get creative with other online platforms. Don’t rely too heavily on the online realm to keep in touch. |
When you're selecting herbs, you want to pick very perky bunches and avoid any with lots of wilting leaves, or any sliminess or spotting. Generally, leafy herbs will spoil more quickly, compared to heartier herbs, which can be stored more easily. Leafy herbs include basil, cilantro, parsley, and mint, and should be stored in water in the fridge. Hearty herbs include sage, rosemary, thyme, and dill. These herbs should be bundled loosely and stored in the fridge, wrapped loosely in paper towel, but not in water. Whether you've bought your herbs in a bunch at the market, or purchased them fresh in a plastic container, it's a good idea to remove the binding and examine them. Remove any wilting, spotted, or slimy stalks, and trim the end of all of the stems. Dry them thoroughly. Leafy herbs will spoil much more quickly if they're wet. You don't have to trim much, just the very end of the stems. No more than a centimeter or two. Do not remove the leaves from the stems. If you want to dry or freeze your herbs, skip to the next section. Generally, you want to treat fresh herbs the same way you would treat fresh-cut flowers. Put about 1-2 inches of clean filtered water at the bottom of a drinking glass and let your herbs sit with the cut stems submerged. Keep them unbridled and loose. Don't submerge the leaves in water. Just the ends of the stems. Think flowers. Use a loose, open paper towel wrapped around the top of the leaves, and tucked into the glass. This helps to keep the moisture around the herbs, without trapping it against the leaves. It also helps keep the herbs from taking on the smells of your refrigerator. If you don't have a paper towel, a plastic bag can work just as well. These tend to trap moisture against the leaves, making them spoil more quickly, but they can work just fine. Depending on how old your herbs were when you bought them, they should stay fresh in the fridge for up to a week. Change out the water every couple of days, and make sure they're not wilting or spoiling. Remove individual leaves as you use the herbs, or remove whole bunches you plan to use and discard the stems. Remove spoiled leaves you find, to keep the rest of the bunch from following suit. | Choose fresh and firm herbs to store. Remove the herbs from the packaging, dry them, and trim the stems. Place the freshly trimmed stems in a glass of fresh water. Cover the herbs with a dry paper towel to help keep them from drying out. Store in the refrigerator for 5-7 days. |
Let the recipient know how you found out their contact information. This helps show that you went through the proper channels to reach them. "Your office manager directed me towards this email address" "I found this email address on your website" "So-and-so said that I should get in contact with you" Jogging the person's memory can lead to more engagement. "We talked briefly at the conference last week" "We spoke on the phone yesterday" "I saw your presentation on..." This can help you relate to your recipient, and keeps your business emails from seeming too cold. In order to determine mutual interests, you may need to do a little research on the recipient. Possible research areas include Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Make sure you let the person know where you found this mutual interest, otherwise you'll come off as a stalker. If possible, try to keep the mutual interest business-related, such as something in your field or a professional passion you both share. Don't wait too long to get to the point. No one is going to read an email that is multiple paragraphs long before anything resembling the point appears. Explain clearly and straightforwardly what you want and why you're contacting that person about it. If you are asking for advice or making some other request, make sure it is manageable, especially if this is your first contact. "I'm interested in learning more about..." "I'd like to meet with you sometime to discuss..." "I would like your opinion on..." Letting your email meander can cause your recipient to lose interest or forget about why you were emailing in the first place. | Explain how you got the recipient's email address. Talk about the last time you met (if applicable). Share a common interest. Give your reason for getting in touch. Keep your email focused on one subject. |
Soldering copper pipes isn't hard, but it is considerably more involved than soldering electronics, and requires different equipment. People typically engage in pipe soldering to seal joints between sections of pipe, such as elbow turns. Instead of a soldering iron, a propane torch is generally recommended for soldering copper pipes together. These are widely available at hardware stores. Specialized soldering irons can be used for pipe soldering, but a propane torch is just as effective for most jobs, and much cheaper. Manufacturers offer specialized solder wire for soldering pipes. It tends to be much thicker, usually 1/8" in diameter. Pipe solders often contain an acid flux, however solid wire works as well. Solid wire solder may need a separate flux. Absolutely avoid using leaded solder for soldering your pipes. Be sure to closely read the label to determine the alloy composition. Pipe solders tend to compose mostly tin and may also contain antimony, copper, and/or silver. To be sure your solder takes, it's helpful to clean the pipe beforehand by scouring it with an emery cloth, sandpaper, or fine steel wool. Turn off the water to your plumbing before you begin work. This will allow you to work with your pipes without fear of flooding or spraying the room. Before you turn the water off, pour a bucket of water. Keep the bucket nearby in case your torch catches anything on fire. If you're installing new piping, use a tube cutter to cut any pipe up to an inch in diameter. Tube cutters are available at hardware stores. Take it slowly. A tube cutter works best with slow, steady movement. Go too quickly and you might dent the pipe. For larger pipe, you'll have to use a hacksaw. File off the ragged edges afterward. Once the pipes are cut, fit them into whatever joints you'll need to solder tight. Using an emery cloth or similar abrasive item, thoroughly abrade the area of pipe where you'll be applying solder to smooth and clean it. A smooth and clean surface will allow the solder to flow into the joint smoothly and seal it evenly. Fire up your propane torch and apply heat to the pipe you plan to solder. Maintain even heat by moving the flame all around the work area. Once the pipe is good and hot, apply the tip of your solder wire to the place you need to seal. It should melt right away. Hold the solder on the opposite side of the pipe from your torch. It should flow around the joint and fill it up all the way around. Let the joint cool. It will cool quickly. Move on to the next joint that needs sealing, if necessary. Once you're finished, wait a few minutes and then turn the water back on. Run water through the pipes you soldered and check for leaks. If there are any, you'll have to repeat the process. | Be prepared. Use a torch. Get appropriate solder. Have an abrasive item on hand. Cut off the water. Cut your pipe. Clean up the pipe. Solder the pipe. Check your work. |
If you’re still planning on using Evernote in the future and want to ensure that you have access to your file, make sure that everything is synced and backed up before uninstalling. You can export your notes as HTML files as an extra level of redundancy. Click All Notes, select all of the listed notes, click File and select Export Notes. You may run into problems uninstalling Evernote if you don't close the program that runs in the background. To do this, click the Evernote elephant icon in the Menu Bar and select Quit Evernote. When you empty the trash, Evernote will be uninstalled from the computer. Evernote will leave behind preference and settings files, which can be removed by an uninstaller program such as AppZapper or removed manually. This guide has detailed information on how to find and eliminate any lingering files. | Backup your Evernote files. Quit the Evernote program. Drag the Evernote application to the Trash. Delete any lingering files. |
Click the Apple logo in the top-left corner of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear. This is in the drop-down menu. A pop-up window will appear. It's at the bottom of the About This Mac window. Doing so opens a new window. On older versions of macOS, you'll click More Info... here. Click the right-facing triangle to the left of the "Hardware" heading to do so. You should see a list of indented subcategories appear below the "Hardware" heading. If the triangle next to "Hardware" is facing downward, this list is already expanded. Beneath the "Hardware" heading, look for a "Bluetooth" sub-heading. It should be near the top of the list of hardware options. If you don't see a "Bluetooth" heading here, your Mac does not have built-in Bluetooth. If you see the "Bluetooth" sub-heading, click once the heading to select it. If clicking the heading displays Bluetooth information in the right-hand side of the window, your Mac has Bluetooth capabilities; if not, your Mac doesn't allow Bluetooth use. | Open the Apple menu . Click About This Mac. Click System Report…. Expand the "Hardware" section. Look for the "Bluetooth" heading. Confirm that your Mac has Bluetooth. |
After opening up the application for the first time, you will be prompted to sign-in to your Google account. You will also be given a brief tutorial on the basics of the application. Again, the account that you use for Gmail or any other Google service will also be a valid account for YouTube. Tap the three horizontal lines in the upper left of the screen. In the drop-down menu, you should see an option called "Uploads." Tap this option to be directed to your account page. In the upper portion of the screen you should see "[Your Account Name]'s Channel." Tap the icon that looks like an arrow pointing upwards. This is the upload icon that YouTube primarily uses. Select a video from the upload screen, the options will be slightly different for Android and iPhone users. For iPhone Users: Select a video from your camera roll. This should be the only option available to you. For Android Users: Choose a source. Click the Guide button (three horizontal lines) in the upper left of the screen, then choose either Recent, Videos, or Downloads Recent shows new videos on your phone. If you just took the video, you will easily find it here. Videos: This will show videos from all different applications which either play or record video. This includes apps like GroupMe, Snapchat, and others. Downloads: This will show videos that you have downloaded from the web. Be aware, though, that you must have ownership of the video to upload it to YouTube. Otherwise, your video will be taken down. The YouTube application includes a brief trimming feature. Drag the blue circles on either side of the blue rectangle to trim down the length of your video. Try to make the title relevant to the content of your video. This will make it easier for people to find your video. Avoid titling the video something irrelevant just to get more views. Not only does this aggravate viewers, it also almost guarantees lower likes on your video. You don't have to include much in your description, but it helps viewers know what is happening in the video. For example, if your video is of fireworks on the 4th of July, think about including where you saw the show. Try to anticipate questions your viewers will have, and include answers in the description. You will see three different options for privacy options under the "Privacy" header. You can change the privacy options later on, even after uploading the video. Private: Only you will be able to see the video. This is a useful option if you want to just have a place to store your video. It is also a useful option for testing out how a video looks on YouTube before making it public. Unlisted: Only people with the link can view your video. This is a useful option if you only want to share your video to certain people, such as friends or family. Be aware, though, that nothing stops them from sharing the link with others. Public: Anyone can view your video by searching for your title or by seeing it in their suggested video list. Tags help YouTube in determining when to show your video when a user searches for a term. For example, if you had a "League of Legends" tag on your video, it will be more likely to show up when a user searches for a League of Legends video. Adding tags will also make it more likely that YouTube will suggest your video to users interested in your tag. Try to keep the tags relevant to your content. You could get a spam notification if you are too liberal with your tagging. If you are an Android user, press the icon that looks like an arrow pointed to the right. If you are an iPhone user, press the blue button that looks like an arrow pointed upwards. | Open the application and sign-in. Open up your account page. Open the upload screen. Select a video. Edit your video. Title your video. Enter in a description. Set your privacy. Add tags. Upload your video. |
The person or agency for which you’re providing a copy edit will determine which style guide you’ll refer to. For example, if you’re copy editing an academic journal article for an English literature scholar, you’ll need to refer to the MLA style guide. Good resources for all copy editors to have on their reference shelf include: The Chicago Manual of Style The Associated Press style guide (especially for journalists) A reputable dictionary An in-house style guides, if your publication agency has one When you’re editing copy on paper, there are certain editorial shorthand marks which you’ll need to know and use. These marks are nearly universal and will be recognized by other editors, making your task as a copy editor much easier. For example: A caret (^) is used to show where a new word or punctuation should be inserted. A horizontal strikethrough (―) indicates that a word should be removed. A slash through a capital letter (Ø) means that is should be lowercase. If you make an editorial revision which you wish to undo, write “STET” (Latin for ‘let it stand’) in the margin next to your incorrect revision. If you’re editing texts digitally (and not on paper), take full advantage of your software's editorial functions. For example, if you’re providing a copy edit in Microsoft Word, you’ll need to know how to Track Changes, leave Comments, and use the Reviewing Pane. This familiarity will allow you to quickly provide a helpful copy edit and to take full advantage of the resources that your word processing software uses. | Obtain necessary reference materials. Use copy editing marks. Familiarize yourself with the editorial software. |
Place the rhubarb stalks on a flat surface, like a cutting board. Trim off the top of the stalks where the leaves are. Make sure you remove all the leaves, as these are poisonous. Trim off the bottom inch (2.5 cm) of the stalks as well, where the rhubarb was touching the ground. Rinse the rhubarb under cool, running water. Use your fingers or a clean cloth to scrub away any dirt on the fruit. Rhubarb is fairly hard, so you can also use a vegetable brush to scrub it clean if you like. Lay the stalks on a clean towel and roll each stalk around to dry it. You can also dry the rhubarb in a salad spinner if you have one. Transfer the rhubarb stalks back to the cutting board. Chop each stalk into quarter- to half-inch pieces (6 to 13 mm). Smaller pieces are ideal for jams, pie fillings, and baked goods. Larger pieces are better for eating plain or making chunkier compotes. If you have specific plans for the rhubarb, consult the individual recipes to determine the right length for the pieces. | Trim off the leaves and tips. Wash and dry the rhubarb. Chop the stalks into bite sized pieces. |
If you have a friend or acquaintance who is struggling financially, then this person may benefit from your help. You might consider offering financial assistance to help the person if you can, or you might look for other ways to help this person using your skills or assets. Some people may feel uncomfortable if you make a big deal of helping them financially. Try to be subtle about offering financial help. For example, if you notice that a friend is struggling to afford her basic needs each month, such as food, rent, and utilities, then you might try inviting her to dinner once per week and send her home with some leftovers. You can say something like, “I will never be able to eat all of this extra food! Can you please take some home with you?” Be direct and considerate if you want to give someone money. If you want to offer money to someone, then you might say something like, “I have noticed that you are struggling. I care about you and I want to help. Will you please let me give you some money to help with your groceries this month?” People who are struggling emotionally may also benefit from your help. If you see someone who is going through a difficult time, offer to spend time with them, talk with them, and support them however you can. For example, if you have a friend who seems depressed, then you might offer to help by saying something like, “I have noticed that you seem a little down lately. Do you want to talk about it? I am always here for you if you need me.” Try to be on the lookout for opportunities to help people, but you can also help someone who asks for your help. This might be someone who you know well or it might be a stranger. But being willing to help when someone asks you is a great way to be that person's guardian angel. For example, if a friend calls you and asks if you can talk, then take some time to meet up with her and find out what is going on. If a homeless person asks if you can spare a dollar, give the person a dollar if you can. | Identify people who are in need of financial help. Look out for major emotional and life changes. Offer your help if someone asks. |
Elevating your wrist above the level of your heart will help reduce swelling and pain. It's important to elevate your wrist for at least the first 48-72 hours after having a cast put on. Your doctor may recommend that you elevate it longer. You may also need to keep the wrist elevated while you sleep or during the day. Try propping it up on a few pillows. Icing your wrist can help reduce swelling and ease your pain. Make sure to keep your cast dry while applying ice. Put ice in a zip-top plastic bag. Make sure the bag is sealed properly to avoid leaks. Wrap the bag in a towel to make sure condensation doesn't get into your cast. You can also use a bag of frozen vegetables as an ice pack. Look for veggies that are small and even in size, such as corn or peas. (And obviously, don't eat them after you’ve used the bag as an ice-pack.) Hold the ice on your wrist for 15-20 minutes every 2-3 hours. Apply ice for the first 2-3 days, or as long as your doctor recommends. You may also find it helpful to use a commercial gel-based ice pack. These are reusable, freezable ice packs that won't melt and leak water onto a cast. You can find them at medical supply stores and most pharmacies. Most wrist pain can be treated with a non-prescription pain reliever. You should talk with your doctor about what type of painkiller is appropriate for you. Some can interfere with medical conditions or other medications you’re taking. Your doctor may recommend a combination of ibuprofen and acetaminophen/paracetamol to fight pain and reduce swelling. These are more effective together than either one is alone. Ibuprofen is an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). These help reduce fever and swelling by inhibiting your body's production of prostaglandins. Other NSAIDs include naproxen sodium and aspirin, although aspirin has a more prolonged anti-clotting effect than other NSAIDs. Your doctor may not recommend aspirin if you have a bleeding disorder, asthma, anemia, or other medical condition. Aspirin can cause negative interactions with several medical conditions and medications. When administering pain relievers to a child, be sure to use a children's formula and follow the dosage for the child's age and weight. Aspirin is not recommended for children under age 18. There is a risk of liver damage when taking acetaminophen, so use only as much as recommended by your doctor. Do not take an OTC painkiller for more than 10 days (5 days in children) unless directed by your doctor. If your pain persists after 10 days, see your doctor. It's important to exercise any joints that aren't under the cast, such as your elbow and fingers, to keep circulation flowing. This will help speed your healing process and increase mobility. If you experience pain when moving your elbow or fingers, contact your doctor. You may find that your skin gets itchy under the cast, and you’ll probably want to scratch it. Don't! This can cause harm to your skin or the cast. Don't poke or stick anything into the cast. Try raising your cast or blowing on it with a hairdryer on the “low” or “cool” setting instead. Don't put powders into the cast, either. Anti-itch powders can cause irritation when they’re trapped under the cast. Your cast may rub or irritate your skin where its edges meet your skin. You can apply moleskin, which is a soft fabric with an adhesive backing, directly to the skin where the cast is rubbing. You can purchase moleskin at drug stores and pharmacies. Apply moleskin to clean, dry skin. Replace it when it gets dirty or loses its stickiness. If the edges of your cast become rough, you can use a nail file to smooth out the rough edges. Don't peel, cut, or break off pieces of your cast. In most cases, your wrist will heal in a few weeks with proper care. You should call your doctor if you experience any of the following: Numbness or tingling in your hand or fingers Cold, pale or blue fingers Increased pain or swelling of the area after the cast has been put on Raw or irritated skin around the edges of the cast Cracks or soft spots in the cast Wet, loose, or tight casts Casts that smell bad or itching that won't go away | Elevate the wrist. Apply ice to your wrist. Take an over-the-counter painkiller. Wiggle your fingers and move your elbow around. Avoid sticking objects into the cast. Apply moleskin to prevent rubbing. Know when to call your doctor. |
If you want to know for sure if he likes you but it feels too awkward or scary to ask him yourself yet, ask one of your close friends to do it for you. If even that is too intimidating, have them ask one of his friends. You could say something like, “Josh keeps looking at me all the time! Can you please just ask if he likes me?” Make sure you tell them exactly how you want them to ask. It could be more subtle, like “Hey, I’ve heard that you like Danielle, is it true?”, or playful, like “You like Jordan, right? Please tell me you do! That would be so cute.” If you feel like you know him well enough or you just don't want other people interfering, you could ask him yourself if he's interested in you. Make sure you get him at a time when you’re alone together, so he doesn't feel awkward or pressured. Asking him on your own can be scary, but you can also control the conversation and make sure that you don't have any misunderstandings. If you want to start the conversation off in a subtle way, ask him casually what his ideal person to date is like. If that person sounds similar to you, it could be an indication that he's actually interested in you. You could say something like, “This is so random, but what would your perfect girlfriend be like?” or “If you could design your perfect guy, what would he be like?” If he tries to evade the question, it could mean that he doesn't want to describe his ideal type too closely, in case it sounds like you. He could also be shy. In this case, try asking him more directly if he likes you or not. If you’re ready to ask in a more direct way, take a deep breath and look right at him. Explain that you’ve been noticing the way he acts around you and it seems like he might like you. Then, ask him if you’re right. For example, you could say, “So, I’ve been noticing lately how you’re always hanging out with me and teasing me, and it's more than you do with anyone else. Maybe this sounds crazy or weird, but I really want to know if you like me or not.” This can be scary, but it's the best way to get everything out in the open and figure out once and for all if he's interested. Be brave and go for it! If he tells you that he does like you, it's your turn to be honest with him. If you feel the same way, tell him so—he’ll probably be excited! Just keep it simple: smile and tell him that you like him too. You could say something like, “Well, I like you too,” or “That's really awesome to hear, because I feel the same way.” If you’re not interested, try saying, “That's really sweet of you. I think you’re awesome, but I just don't feel like that about you.” If he says no, you might feel awkward or bad about yourself—even if you didn't like him back, it still may not feel great. Nod and tell him that you just wanted to know, then try to change the subject. If it's too awkward, politely make an excuse and leave. For example, you could say, “Oh, OK. That's fine, I’m not mad or anything. I just really needed to know, you know?” You could change the subject by saying, “I was just thinking it because of that movie that just came out, have you seen it?” If you feel like you need to leave, say something like, “OK, well, thanks for being honest. My mom's about to pick me up, so I gotta go, but I don't want this to make things weird between us, OK?” If you like him, it can hurt to know that he doesn't return your feelings. Be proud of yourself for having the courage to ask him, and remember that your feelings will change eventually, and that his could too. | Ask your friend to tell him that you like him. Have the conversation yourself if you feel close enough to him. Ask what his ideal type is, and see if it sounds like you. Tell him why you think he might like you, then ask if he does. Be honest with him if he says yes. Keep your head up if he says no. |
Print it off so you can fill it in. Download the application from this link: https://www.coveredca.com/PDFs/paper-application/CA-SingleStreamApp_92MAX.pdf. Add information about your address, phone number, and Social Security Number. You'll also need to write your preferred method of communication and your preferred language. Fill in basic information, such as whether you are disabled or blind. Add in detailed information about your current jobs and income. Add the same information for your spouse and dependents. If you need to add information for more than 4 people (including yourself), copy pages 6-8 for each extra person. There's a section laying out your rights and responsibilities that you should read through, as it provides information you need to know. Sign and date the application when you're done. If you need help, call 1-800-300-1506 (TTY: 1-888-889-4500). The help line is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday. Once you sign and send in your form, someone will contact you to help you finish it. The most important thing is to just get as much information as you can down and then send it in. Mail your application in to: Covered California P.O. Box 989725 West Sacramento, CA 95798-9725 You can also walk it into your local county services office, which you can find at https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/CountyOffices.aspx. You will get a letter in the mail with a response to your application. They will notify if you've been accepted to Medi-Cal. If you haven't heard back from the state in that time, call your local office. You can find the number here: https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/CountyOffices.aspx. | Download and print the paper application online. Write in your basic biographical information. Put in medical information for you and anyone else you're applying for. Read your rights and responsibilities and sign the form. Send in your application even if you can't complete all of it. Expect a reply within 45 days. |
Whenever you’re around your ex at the workplace, imagine you’re your boss is observing your every move. Doing this will ensure that you don't say or do anything that reflects poorly on your personal or professional reputation. When the emotional wounds are still fresh, it can be tempting to make critical remarks about your ex in the workplace. You may even find yourself judging their efforts at work, although you never saw any issue before. Skip the criticisms, as they’ll only make you the bad guy. Instead, show your professional integrity by finding something nice to say about your ex's work. For instance, you might share with a coworker, “I really admire the creativity John has brought to the table on this project.” Speaking highly of your ex will earn you the respect of the entire office. Plus, you’ll feel pretty good about yourself, too. Avoid going overboard when complimenting your ex at work--otherwise, everyone may think you're still into them. There's a good chance that your ex will move on after your breakup, and they might move on with another person at the office. Such a circumstance will likely test your strength of character. However, keep in mind that others will be watching you closely—don't give them any reason to doubt your professionalism. To reduce the bad energy, avoid your ex and their new lover as much as possible. When you must interact, keep it brief. If you must, use your lunch breaks to vent to an unbiased friend or journal about your feelings to release tension. | Imagine your boss is watching. Avoid badmouthing your ex at work. Stay cool if your ex starts dating another co-worker. |
Enter your email and password if you're not automatically logged in. It's in the blue bar at the top of the window, to the right of the search field. It's on the left side of the window, under "Intro" on your Timeline. If you haven't added any featured photos yet, click on Add Featured Photos. It will appear in the upper right corner of the "Featured Photos" section. Tap on a blue photo icon in an empty square. Featured photos are supposed to help others get to know you a little better, so choose photos that tell something about yourself. You can add up to five featured photos. Featured photos are always public and can be seen by anyone. Do so if you want to add a photo from your computer. All your Facebook photos are displayed beneath +Upload Photo under the heading "Your Photos." Click on one to make it a featured photo. Tap the white X in the upper-right corner of any photo to delete it. It's in the lower-right corner of the dialog box. Your featured photos will appear in the "Intro" section on the left side of your Timeline. | Go to Facebook. Click on your user name. Hover over the "Featured Photos" section. Click on the gray pencil. Add photos. Click on +Upload Photo. Select one of "Your Photos" from Facebook. Delete photos. Tap Save. |
You want to give your plant the best chance at growing and surviving. Planting at the right time of year is a key factor in this. Planting times will vary depending on the plant and where you live. Again, this will vary depending on where you live. If you are not sure of the best time of year to plant your tree, consult your local University Extension Service or similar service. Each county in the United States has a University Extension Service and many countries, including India and Kenya, have them as well. If you are in the United States, you can locate your local University Extension Service using the National Institute for Food and Agriculture's interactive online map at http://nifa.usda.gov/partners-and-extension-map . | Select the right time of year for planting the tree. You will usually want to plant your tree when it is dormant, or not flowering, during cooler or colder times of year. |
You'll find this multicolored triangle icon in the app drawer. One of the easiest ways to find free Android apps is to tap Top Charts at the top of the Play Store and check out the options under "Top Free Apps." You can also tap Categories at the top of the screen, select a category, and then scroll through the results. Apps that doesn't list prices are free to download. If you know the name of the app you want to install, type it into the Search bar at the top of the screen, then tap it in the search results. Every app has its own details page on the Play Store. This is where you'll find screenshots, a brief description, the app's price (if applicable), reviews, and developer info. It's at the top-right corner of the details page. If you're asked to sign in to the Play Store, enter your Google account information to do so. If you're already signed in, you may be prompted to confirm your password or a biometric to start the download Once the app is finished downloading, you can tap the OPEN button at the top-right corner of the page to launch it. In the future you can open it by tapping the app's icon in your app drawer. | Open the Play Store . Browse for a free app. Tap an app to view its details. Tap INSTALL to download the app. Confirm your identity. Launch your app. |
Add about 2 Tbsp (30 ml) of canola oil or your preferred cooking oil to a large skillet and heat on medium-high until smoother and glossier. Carefully turn and rotate the pan to coat the entire bottom with the hot oil. When the oil is hot enough, you should be able to spread it in this manner with ease. Add the zucchini noodles to the hot oil and sauté them for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently. Keep a close eye on the zucchini noodles as they cook. If you allow them to stick to one spot for too long, they may begin to burn, stick to the pan, and fall apart. This cooking method produces noodles that are tender yet slightly crispier than those created through the boiling method. Transfer the zucchini noodles to individual serving plates and enjoy. You can save any leftover zucchini noodles after cooking them. They maintain their taste and texture for a day or so in the refrigerator, so they can be enjoyed cold or reheated for another meal. | Heat cooking oil in a skillet. sauté the zucchini noodles briefly. Serve. |
If you get caught in a rip current, don't panic. You'll have a better shot at getting out of the situation if you stay calm. Keeping your cool can help you conserve energy and think clearly. Escape involves floating with the current, then swimming parallel to the shore to cross the current's edge. If you can't swim, call for help and wave your arms to get the attention of a lifeguard or other people on the beach. If you know how to swim, you should be able to escape and swim back to shore at an angle away from the current. However, if you have any doubt about your ability to break free of the current, call and wave for help. or tread water until you can swim out of the current. Your instincts may be to fight the current and swim directly back to shore. However, that's the most dangerous thing you could do. Instead, focus on keeping your head above water until the current has weakened and you're able to swim through its boundary. Most rip currents weaken about 50 to 100 yards (46 to 91 m) from shore. Once the current has begun to subside, you’ll have an easier time swimming out of it. Even the strongest swimmers can't fight a rip current. Trying to swim against it can lead to exhaustion and drowning. Most rip currents are between 30 and 100 feet (9.1 and 30.5 m) wide. Look for the nearest breaking waves; they indicate the current's edge. Swim toward the waves, and be sure to move parallel to the shore instead of directly towards it. Once you are out of the current, make your way back to shore at an angle away from the current. Swimming diagonally away from the rip current minimizes the chance that you'll reenter it. Rip currents often form around jetties and other structures perpendicular (at a 90-degree angle) to the beach. If you are near one of these structures, swim away from it. If necessary, stop and float periodically to rest. If you’re exhausted and can't swim any further, call for help and wave your arms. | Remain calm. Call for help if you’re not a strong swimmer. Float Swim parallel to shore to escape the current. Swim diagonally to the shore after you're out of the current. |
Holding onto the reins during the entire mounting process will help you control the horse in case they try to run away. The added gentle pressure of the bit in the horse's mouth will remind your horse to stand still while you are mounting. If your horse starts to move while you're mounting, you can tell it "Whoa" or "Ho" and pull gently on the reins. As you are standing there, you should be holding the reins in your left hand. Keep them tight enough that you can control your horse if it moves away, but be careful not to pull too hard on your horse's mouth. This is much easier when using a mounting block, as you will be closer to the stirrup and will have to lift your leg, and eventually your whole body, a much shorter distance. However, if you are physically fit, it is doable to mount from the ground. Lift your forward foot (the one closest to the horse's head) into the stirrup, so that your weight is resting on the ball of your foot. If you're mounting from the ground, you may want to drop the mounting stirrup several holes to make it easier to reach. You can then shorten your stirrup to the correct length once you're sitting on your horse. If mounting from the right, you will put your right foot in the stirrup. Shift your body weight onto your mounting foot and swing your other leg over the top of the horse. If mounting from the left, your left hand should still be holding the reins, but you can grab the pommel of the saddle as well if necessary. If you’re riding in a western saddle, use your right hand to grab the horn. In an English saddle, use your right hand to grab the pommel. Avoid grabbing the back of the saddle, as it's less secure and pulling on it can cause the saddle to slip. If the saddle is too high off the ground or if you don't have enough stretch in your leg, lift your leg with your arm or have a friend do the same. You can also ask a friend for a leg up to help you mount. Have them interlace their fingers and create a “basket” for your knee. Put your your knee in their hands, and they can give you a boost onto the horse. Be careful not to bump or kick the horse with your foot as you swing it over the top. Landing hard in the saddle can hurt your horse's back. To avoid this type of injury, be careful to land gently in the saddle. This requires some muscle control, as you will create a lot of force when pulling your body up over the horse. Learning to do this properly may be slow-going at first, but over time you’ll be able to do this quickly and gently. Place both of your feet in the stirrups before you sit down. This will allow you to do a controlled sit and protect your horse's back. When you are stable on the back of the horse, make minor adjustments to your seat and posture. Put your other foot in the stirrup, and adjust the length if necessary. After you have mounted, you should also check your girth again before you set off. Then grab the reins properly in your hands and you're ready to go! | Grab the horse's reins. Put your left foot in the stirrup. Pull your body up and onto the horse. Slowly sink into the saddle. Adjust your positioning. |
If a condom gets stuck inside the rectum, or a female condom gets stuck inside the vagina or rectum, it should be removed immediately. Stop intercourse as soon as you discover the condom has slipped off and have the man remove his penis. There is no need to panic if a condom gets stuck inside you. Most condoms can be retrieved. If the condom stays inside of you for more than a couple of hours, you may develop an infection. A slipped condom increases your risk for pregnancy and/or STIs. After the condom is removed, you should see your doctor immediately for a checkup and use emergency contraception if you were having vaginal sex. If you get a condom stuck in your rectum during anal sex, try to remove it. Sit on the toilet with your knees spread. Try to push down like you are having a bowel movement. This might push the condom down. Carefully insert a finger to try to pull out the condom. If you think you will have a bowel movement soon, you can wait to see if you push the condom out during the bowel movement; however, leaving a condom inside your rectum for long periods of time can cause infections. Female condoms can get pushed inside the vagina and get stuck. This happens when the outer ring of the female condom pushes inside the vagina. If the female condom gets pushed inside the vagina, stop sex immediately. Ask your partner to pull the female condom out, or try to insert one or two fingers inside to pull it out yourself. Make sure to insert a new female condom before having sex again. If you get a condom stuck inside your rectum or a female condom stuck in your vagina that you can't get out, you should visit the emergency room. Due to the way the anal muscles contract, removing a condom may be difficult without the help of a professional. Never be embarrassed to go to the doctor or emergency room for help with this kind of issue. You should never leave a condom inside your vagina or rectum because it can cause serious complications. | Remove the condom promptly. Sit on the toilet to remove a condom stuck in the rectum. Remove a female condom immediately. Visit the emergency room. |
To house all of your calculator's necessary files, do the following: Go to the location in which you want to save your VB6 calculator. Right-click a blank space. Select New in the drop-down menu. Click Folder. Type in Calculator and press ↵ Enter. This will bring up the project selection page. It's in the project selection field. This is in the bottom-right corner of the window. Doing so creates a new project. | Create a new folder for your calculator. Open Visual Basic 6. Click Standard EXE. Click Open. |
In this paper, we propose a neural network framework called neuron hierarchical network, that evolves beyond the hierarchy in layers, and concentrates on the hierarchy of neurons.We observe mass redundancy in the weights of both handcrafted and randomly searched architectures.Inspired by the development of human brains, we prune low-sensitivity neurons in the model and add new neurons to the graph, and the relation between individual neurons are emphasized and the existence of layers weakened.We propose a process to discover the best base model by random architecture search, and discover the best locations and connections of the added neurons by evolutionary search.Experiment results show that the NHN achieves higher test accuracy on Cifar-10 than state-of-the-art handcrafted and randomly searched architectures, while requiring much fewer parameters and less searching time. | By breaking the layer hierarchy, we propose a 3-step approach to the construction of neuron-hierarchy networks that outperform NAS, SMASH and hierarchical representation with fewer parameters and shorter searching time. |
Just after typing the first part of your email address, type a plus "+" sign before you start writing the "@gmail.com" portion of the address. For example, if your Gmail address is "john.smith@gmail.com" you would put the plus sign after "john.smith" and before you started writing the "@gmail.com" part of the address, like so: john.smith+. Add any word you want after the plus sign to create an alias. Websites and mailing lists will recognize each alias as a separate email address, but all the email sent to the alias will arrive in your inbox. For example, if your Gmail address is "john.smith@gmail.com" you could add +spam after the username to create an alias like so: john.smith+spam@gmail.com. You can add any words or text after the plus sign to create unlimited aliases. You can create different aliases for different ways to keep your mail organized and less full of junk mail. For example: Use yourname+spam@gmail.com to sign up for lists your unsure about. Use yourname+news@gmail.com to sign up for newsletters. Use yourname+shopping@gmail.com to sign up for online shopping accounts. . You can set up filters in Gmail that will automatically sort the mail from your aliases into its own folder. Go to How to Create a Filter in Gmail and follow the steps to cut down on the clutter of your inbox. | Add a plus "+" sign after the username in your email address. Add a keyword after the plus "+" sign, then write @gmail.com. Give out your alias email addresses. Filter the aliases in your inbox |
Place half of the broken crackers on a baking sheet, leaving some space between each one. Save the rest for later. How many graham crackers you break depends on how many s'mores you want to make. One graham cracker is enough to make one s'more. Place the marshmallow flat-side-down on top of the cracker so that it doesn't roll off. They are ready when the marshmallows turn puffy and golden-brown. The best type of chocolate to use for s'mores is the kind that you can break into smaller bars. You should be able to fit 2 to 4 squares on each s'more. Gently press down on the cracker to create a seal. This will give the chocolate time to soften up and turn gooey. It will also allow the marshmallow cool down a little. | Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Break some graham crackers in half. Top each graham cracker half with a marshmallow. Bake the s'mores for 3 to 5 minutes. Place a piece of plain chocolate on top of each s'more. Top each s'more with a graham cracker half. Wait 1 minute before digging in. |
To more effectively control ants, you need to understand a few basic facts about their behavior: Ants are social insects that live in colonies. As a result, killing a few isolated ants won't eliminate your ant problem. If they enter your house, they are looking for protection from the weather, food, and water. Most of the ants you see around your home or outside are worker ants, tasked with finding food and bringing it back to the colony. These ants leave behind an invisible chemical trail of pheromones to lead other ants to sources of food. They will travel long distances from the nest to locate food, and don't necessarily travel in a straight line along the way. With the exception of a few species such as fire ants, ants are not aggressive and don't deliver a painful bite or sting. Being aware of where ants are located in your home can help you diagnose and treat the source of your infestation. If the ants you observe inside your home seem to congregate around a window or door, this suggests the ants are currently living outside and traveling inside to locate food. You can probably control ants by sealing off entry points and eliminating food sources. Alternatively, you can attempt to locate and destroy their nest outside. If you notice ants around electrical outlets, in cabinets, or cracks in your floor, they may be nesting somewhere inside your home. Unfortunately, these infestations can be harder to resolve because it's difficult to locate the nest. You can attempt to use bait stations safe for indoor use and get rid of food sources, which should help control the ants. Destroying the nest inside or outside your home will offer the most long-term solution to your ant problem. You can locate an ant nest by observing and following the ants. They usually crawl single file, and you can get a pretty good idea of where they are headed and coming from. Ants, carpenter ants and termites can look similar, but carpenter ants and termites can cause much more serious damage to your home and property. Keep these facts in mind to make sure you are dealing with ants and not carpenter ants or termites: While termites and ants can both have wings when new queens leave after hatching to start a new colony, termite wings are much larger and longer. Ants have a narrow body and waist, while termites are more rectangular and do not have any indentations on the body. Ants are typically more visible than termites. While it is normal to see ants in the open, most termites avoid light and are more reclusive. If you suspect you have a carpenter ant or termite rather than an ant problem, contact a pest control company for an inspection as soon as possible so they can begin treatment before the carpenter ants or termites cause irreversible damage. One of the most effective steps you can take to control ants is to work with a professional pest control company. They will be able to identify, diagnose, and treat your specific ant problem. Different ants may require different types of treatment to control the population. Pest control companies often have access to products that are unavailable to most consumers, and highly effective. Regular pest control visits and treatments can prevent ant problems before they start. | Understand ant behavior. Pay attention to where you see ants in your home. Try to locate their nest. Make sure you aren’t dealing with carpenter ants or termites. Work with a pest control company. |
Dirt and dust can dull the look of a purse over time, even if you're not using it. Before you hang up a purse, take a few minutes to clean out the balled-up receipts and spare ponytail holders. If the purse is soft, turn it inside-out to make sure there isn't any dust or dirt in the inside pocket. Leaving heavy objects in your purse when you're hanging them will cause additional wear and tear on the straps. If your purse is made from leather, spray a little leather cleaner onto a cloth and gently wipe the surface of the bag to keep it shiny and protected from stains. Even if your purse isn't leather, you can protect it from spills and other damage by spraying it with a stain-repellant. Clean and moisturize leather bags about once every 3 months to keep them looking new. Whether you invest in luxury bags or you just want to keep your purses looking new longer, stuffing a purse before you hang it will help keep it from caving in and losing its shape. Acid-free tissue will keep the purse from discoloring while protecting during storage. You can also use bubble wrap or a small pillow, if you prefer. You can buy acid-free tissue paper anywhere you buy craft supplies. Dust bags are for more than just keeping your purse looking its best at the store. You can also use it to protect your purse from scuffs, color transfer, and dust while you're storing it in your closet. Most dust bags have a pull-string that tighten the opening around the purse, so you should be able to use it even when you're hanging your handbags. | Clean out your purse before you hang it. Wipe down your purse with a cleaner every so often. Stuff each purse with acid-free tissue so it will keep its shape. Keep your purse in its dust bag if it came with one. |
Green tea isn't fermented for very long, so it is less astringent than black tea and has less caffeine. A green tea base makes a light, refreshing base for your boba tea. Green tea bases are best paired with fruit flavors. Some shops will offer white tea, which is an even lighter tea than green. You might also be able to choose from specialty green tea bases like peach green tea, or green tea chai. Black teas are fermented for longer than white and green teas. They have a stronger, more astringent flavor, and can have up to 30 percent caffeine. A black tea will provide a strong and flavorful base for your boba tea. A black tea base pairs well with both fruit flavors and creamy, nutty, or chocolate-y flavor profiles. You may also see Oolong tea as an option for a base flavor. Oolong tea is in between green and black teas in both caffeine content and flavor. Like black tea, they combine well with both the fruity boba flavor options and the creamy ones. Choose between standard cow's milk and a wide variety of milk alternatives. Milk based boba teas are a natural fit with flavors like coffee, chocolate, chai, almond, or caramel. Milk alternatives include: almond, coconut, soy, and oat. Expect to pay 50 cents to 1 dollar extra for these substitutes. If you want a fruit flavored drink but want to balance the sweetness of the fruit with some fat, try a milk base. A good example of this is a mango flavored boba tea with a coconut milk base. Be aware that some shops use condensed milk which can double the sugar content of your drink. Ask your server about the milk they use if you’d rather avoid this very sweet alternative. Whether you choose a tea base or a milk base, you will also need to decide on your preferred temperature and texture. On a cold day, enjoy sipping on a warm boba tea. On a hot day, choose between an iced or blended boba tea. If you don't want a milk base but still crave something creamy, try a blended tea base. The crushed ice will provide the creaminess you want. | Choose green tea if you don’t want a creamy drink or too much caffeine. Select a black tea base if you are up for a little caffeine. Try a milk based boba tea if you are in the mood for something creamy. Decide whether you’d like a hot tea, an iced tea, or a blended tea. |
For a gradual introduction, you should keep the birds in different cages for at least 30 days. After the quarantine period, you can try placing the cages near each other, but if either bird seems stressed, place them at a greater distance. If either bird experiences stress, you should try to minimize it. Signs of stress include picking at feathers or skin, squawking or vocalizing loudly, and pecking or flapping its wings aggressively. If you see any behavioral or physical abnormalities, take the bird to the vet. In other words, if your bird lives in its cage in the living room, bring it into the basement or another room to meet its new friend for the first time. Keep these initial introductions down to ten minutes or so. Place the cages in the same room for about ten minutes or so, then remove them to their separate rooms. Let both birds out of their cages in the common, neutral room and let them interact. You could provide a playstand for the birds to hop and fly around on. When entering the room with the new and original bird, you should take both out of their cages for a short time so they can look around the neutral room and observe the other bird. However, to ensure your original bird doesn't feel that it's being supplanted, take it out first. If you want to give your birds treats, give one to the original bird first, then give one to the new bird. Do not put two new birds together and leave the room, even if they are in separate cages. This could cause undue stress for both birds. Keep an eye out for conflict between the birds. Biting, screaming, squawking, or other negative behaviors should be dealt with by placing both birds back in their cages for a time-out. If your bird scratches or claws at its own feathers or skin, it might be appropriate to separate it from the other bird. All birds have unique personalities and temperaments. Certain actions or sounds might trigger one bird but not the other. For example, one bird might tire quickly of playing with another, and need to be put back in its own cage. Stay conscious of differences in personality between the two different birds when deciding how to treat them. Some birds get along great together. Others take time but will eventually warm to one another. Other birds will never get along well together. Recognize when birds do not get along and respect their wishes by not placing them together. | House both birds in separate cages. Look for signs of stress. Make brief introductions in a neutral room. Let the birds play in a common area when they’re comfortable. Always greet your original bird first. Remain present when introducing the birds. Stay aware of potential problems. Do not expect the birds to act the same. Don’t force a relationship. |
at least once a day. Brushing your hair can stimulate hair growth and distribute the natural oils from your scalp to the ends of your hair. Use a brush with natural boar bristles to keep your hair healthy and avoid breakage. Always brush your hair when it is dry, such as first thing in the morning before you style it. Trimming your hair may seem counterintuitive to helping it grow, but doing so will help to manage dry ends and encourage healthier, fuller growth. Get at least 1⁄8 inch (0.32 cm) trimmed off by your hairdresser or stylist. Some hairdressers can do a micro-dust cut, where they trim off a very small amount of the ends to encourage growth every 8 weeks. Speak to your hairdresser about getting this done. Hair masks are great for keeping your hair healthy and hydrated as it grows. Use natural ingredients like avocado, olive oil, and honey. Coconut oil and essential oils like almond, macadamia, and jojoba are also good for hair masks. Apply the mask and wrap your hair in plastic wrap or put on a shower cap. Let the mask sit for 30 minutes and then rinse it off with warm water. Allow your hair to air dry. 1-2 times a week to encourage growth. Use your fingers to rub your scalp for about 20-30 minutes. You can massage dry, clean hair or put coconut oil on your scalp and massage the oil into your scalp. Massaging your scalp regularly can help circulate the blood on your scalp and improve hair growth. If you have naturally oily hair, skip the coconut oil and just use your hands to massage your scalp. You can also buy a scalp massager at your local beauty supply store or online. Look for satin or silk pillowcases at your local home goods store or online. Sleeping on satin or silk can prevent hair loss during the night and minimize breakage. It is also good for keeping your hair from becoming tangled or dry. Thee vitamins are good for maintaining healthy hair and helping your hair stay beautiful as it grows out. Look for vitamin supplements at your local health food store or online. Make sure the manufacturer of the vitamins is reputable and the supplement contain at least 70% of the vitamin. Have 1 vitamin B12, B7, and vitamin E supplement a day after a meal. You can also split the supplement in half and apply the oil to the ends of your hair to keep them hydrated and healthy. Stay hydrated by having at least 2.7 to 3.7 litres (11 to 16 c) of water a day so your body, and hair, stays healthy. Carry a water bottle with you so you can sip from it as needed. Eat a healthy, balanced diet packed with good protein sources like chicken, fish, and beans. Have fresh fruits and vegetables with every meal as well as grains like quinoa, brown rice, and barley. Maintaining a healthy diet can encourage hair growth and ensure your hair gets the nutrients it needs to stay shiny and grow out properly. | Brush your hair Get your hair trimmed every 10-12 weeks to manage dry ends. Use a hydrating hair mask once a week. Massage your scalp Sleep on a satin or silk pillowcase to help your hair grow out. Take vitamin B12, B7, and E supplements to encourage growth. Drink lots of water and maintain a healthy, balanced diet. |
Tap the Firefox app icon, which resembles an orange fox wrapped around a blue globe. You cannot change cookie settings in the Firefox mobile browser for iPhone or iPad; they are already enabled. It's in the top-right corner of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear. This option is at the bottom of the drop-down menu. The Settings page will open. You'll find it near the middle of the page. It's near the top of the page. Doing so prompts a pop-up window to open. This option is at the top of the pop-up menu. Doing so enables cookies for your Firefox browser. | Open Firefox. Tap ⋮. Tap Settings. Tap Privacy. Tap Cookies. Tap Enabled. |
LPN program requirements will vary, with some states having different legal requirements for entry. Expect most programs to require that you be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or the equivalent, such as a GED. Take high school classes in English, biology, algebra, chemistry and other math and science courses in high school. These classes will prepare you for nursing school by providing you with a necessary base of knowledge. Further, the completion of high school courses and the understanding of the material they cover will prepare you for the entrance exam that some programs will ask you to take. The atmosphere you will be working in as a nurse is dependent on a environment that is unique to the world of medicine. Try to gain some exposure to the medical environment by getting an entry-level job or volunteer position at a hospital, nursing home, or doctor's office. Not only will this help you become comfortable with these environments, it will strengthen your application to whatever training program you wish to enroll in. Ask one of your teachers that you get along with well to write you a letter of recommendation, as some programs will ask for one. Tell whoever is writing your letter about your experiences and interests that have relevance to the medical field, let them know what types of programs you’ll be applying for, and let them know you may use their letter in more than one application. There are several different options in terms of types of LVN programs. That said, each will address certain common criteria to ensure you’re adequately prepared for the profession. Specifically, know you’ll be required to take courses covering basic nursing practice, the ethics and legality of nursing, pharmacology, geriatric nursing, nutrition, microbiology, physiology, psychology, and anatomy. Be aware that many programs will offer further elective coursework on specializations including surgical nursing and other specific types of nursing. You'll want to take some of these courses to increase your exposure to the topics you’re interested in and increase your chances of being hired. Look for programs that offers the most opportunities for practical training outside the classroom. While not all programs are accredited, make sure to choose one that is. This applies to all programs — whether awarding a certificate, diploma, or degree. Namely, make sure the program you’re considering has been reviewed and approved by The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Completing an accredited program ensures you will be prepared adequately for the licensing process, and will increase your hireability. Accredited programs demonstrate that they stay up to date with state and national requirements, and ensures you have the necessary training to be a successful LPN in the state in which a program is accredited. If you intend to work in other states, or to progress into higher ranks of the nursing profession, non-accredited programs will make it much less feasible to do so. Accreditation increases the probably that your program will prepare you to become licensed in other states, and will ensure that your program will be recognized by other accredited schools if you decide to earn further degrees. Your state's nursing board will also approve programs, which allows students who complete them to proceed with the licensing process. Know that a state's nursing board approval does not necessarily indicate national accreditation. One of these options will likely be sufficient if you do not intend to pursue a higher level of education in the future. Coursework still covers everything needed to be a successful LVN, and you’ll still get clinical experience and instruction. Many of these programs will offer some of the coursework via online courses. Credits earned in these programs will usually not be transferable to programs that offer more advanced degrees. Expect these program to last anywhere from nine to 18 months, but most commonly about one year. They will likely cost a few thousand dollars to complete. Completion of these programs allows you to proceed with the national licensing process by taking the National Council Licensure Examination. Obtaining a degree, including an associate's degree from a community college, will offer you much more career flexibility as you gain experience and knowledge in the nursing field. Degree programs will likely offer more in-depth coverage of specific topics, additional elective courses, and even more opportunities for hands-on experience. If you intend to become an RN later in your career, consider choosing a degree program specifically designed to train people on an LVN-to-RN career path. While associate degrees at community colleges can still be quite affordable and will often offer online coursework, know that on-campus degree programs will cost considerably more. | Obtain your high school diploma or GED. Expose yourself to the medical profession. Have a letter of recommendation to include in LVN program applications. Familiarize yourself with the specifics of LVN training programs. Ensure that the programs you’re considering are accredited. Avoid non-accredited programs. Choose a certificate or diploma program. Pursue an associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing. |
You can give your buttercream a more interesting flavor by adding some extract, flavoring oil, or milk. Keep in mind that flavoring oils have a much more intense flavor than extracts, so you won't need as much. Here are some suggestions: 1 teaspoon of an extract, such as: almond, lemon, peppermint, or vanilla A few drops of a flavoring oil, such as: butterscotch, lemon, orange, or raspberry Simply add the ingredients to the powdered sugar and mix well. Here are some suggestions: 1 to 2 teaspoons of a spice, such as apple pie, cinnamon, or pumpkin pie, will give you a more aromatic buttercream, perfect for those fall and holiday treats. 1 tablespoon instant coffee mixed with 2 tablespoons of water will give you coffee-flavored buttercream. You can also add in a pinch of cocoa powder for a mocha-flavored buttercream. Substitute ½ cup (50 grams) of the sugar for cocoa powder. This will give you chocolate-flavored buttercream. Instead of using whipping cream, milk, or half-and-half, you can use 1 to 2 tablespoons of another liquid instead, such as fruit juice. Here are some more options: Orange juice Lemon juice Strongly-brewed coffee Liquor, such as Bailey's, Kahlua , brandy, or rum Use 1 to 2 tablespoons of lemon or orange juice instead of whipping cream, milk, or half-and-half. Once you have finished making the buttercream, stir in ½ teaspoon of lemon or orange zest. Add up to 1/3 cup (110 grams) of your favorite jam into the butter and beat it until it is smooth. Mix in the powdered sugar and whipping cream, milk, or half-and-half as usual. Keep in mind that the jam will alter the color of the frosting. You can use any type of jam you want, but raspberry or strawberry jams will give you more traditional results. | Use extract or flavoring oil to add some flavor. Add some ground spices, instant coffee, or cocoa powder for extra flavor. Substitute the whipping cream for another liquid. Make a citrus-flavored buttercream. Use jams to flavor the buttercream. Finished. |
Thin to moderate weight paper works better than heavy paper, but otherwise, the only limit here is your imagination. Collect several sheets of paper in nearly any pattern or design that appeals to you. Some good sources can include wrapping paper, old magazines, old books, comics, and crossword puzzles. If you are unable to find anything you like in print, you can also find images you like online and print them onto standard printer paper. When selecting images and patterns, pay close attention to the size of the print. You'll need to make sure that the pattern is small enough to fit over the surface of your shoe. Take color into consideration, too. Arrange your images in a pile and make sure that the colors work well together. The easiest size to work with will be postage-sized squares—approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) around all sides. You can also cut the paper into small strips or cut out individual shapes from the pattern. Small pieces work best since they will crease less when you apply the paper around the curves of the shoe. Cutting the paper with scissors will create smooth, straight edges. Another option would be to simply tear the paper into small pieces. Doing so will create ragged edges and give the finished shoes a different sort of look. While not strictly essential, it's usually a good idea to spread out your cut pieces and plan a layout or overall design for your shoes. You may need to make alterations to the layout as you actually apply the pieces, but giving yourself a rough estimate of how the design should look can make the application part of the process seem less intimidating. Find a good pair of leather or faux leather shoes. Solid color shoes with a smooth surface and minimal detail will work best. This project is a great way to add new life to an old pair of shoes, but if you don't have a pair lying around, you can probably find some at a thrift store. By choosing a solid color shoe, you'll guarantee that the decorative paper will be the focal point instead of the pattern beneath. Shoes with grommets, laces, straps, and other details can be a bad choice since you'll need to decoupage around these elements. Doing so isn't impossible, but it will make the project more complex. Wipe the shoes down with a damp rag or baby wipe to clean away any surface dirt and debris. The shoes do not need to thoroughly cleaned, but you shouldn't see any large clumps of dirt or grime. Stains and deeply imbedded dirt can be left alone, though. If you choose patent leather shoes, it's a good idea to lightly buff and scuff the surface with a patch of sandpaper before continuing further. A nail file can also be used to scuff the shoes. Scuffing shiny, smooth surfaces can give the paste something to sink into when you apply it, creating a more secure bond in the process. Note that this scuffing process is not necessary if the shoes already have a matte or rough surface. In a glass or plastic bowl, combine equal parts PVA glue and water. Stir them together with a popsicle stick or disposable wooden chopstick until thoroughly combined. Note that PVA glue is merely standard white glue. Another option would be to purchase Mod Podge or similar commercial decoupage glue. Make sure that whatever you choose will create a permanent bond and a clear, smooth finish. | Choose the paper. Cut the paper into small pieces. Plan the design. Select the shoes. Clean the shoes. Scuff any smooth surfaces. Prepare a paste using glue and water. |
To start the curling process, gather a small strand of hair. The strand of hair should be about the width of a pencil when compressed. If you've sectioned off parts of your hair, start with the bottom layer. You'll work your way from one side of your head to the other to ensure you don't miss any strands. If you haven't sectioned off your hair, choose a section of hair from the top of your head to start with. For larger curls, take a larger strand of hair. | Choose a strand of hair and work systematically around your head. |
Do not confront your daughter expecting her to be immediately open to your help. However, do not go in expecting an argument, either. If you rev yourself up for a particular outcome, it can be hard to recalibrate if something different occurs. You do not know how your teen will react when you ask her about a potential pregnancy. Therefore, do not try to guess. Go into the conversation as prepared as possible with no particular expectations. Remember, you want to show your teen respect. Even if you're upset with the situation, coming from a place of judgement will only serve to alienate your teen. In the event your teen is pregnant, you want her to feel she can see you as a source of help and guidance throughout her pregnancy. Do not pre-judge the situation or your teen's behavior. Even if you feel her becoming pregnant was reckless, try your best to leave this judgement behind. It will not help the situation in the present moment. Even if your teen is displaying signs of pregnancy, you cannot know for sure without confirmation. Therefore, do not enter the conversation by saying something like, "I know you're pregnant," or "It seems like you're pregnant." Instead, ask. Say something like, "I'm concerned about some of your behavior. Do you think you might be pregnant?" You may feel frustrated and angry about the situation, or disappointed in your daughter's behavior. It's okay to communicate those feelings to her, but also let her know that you still love her and support her unconditionally. Don't confuse your feelings about the situation with your feelings about your daughter as a person. For example, you might say, “I’m really disappointed in your decision to have unprotected sex, but I want you to know that I love you and I’m here for you no matter what.” While you may feel strongly that your daughter should choose a particular option, you need to allow her to make her own decision. Forcing your teen's hand can cause tension between the two of you. It is very important your teen sees you as a source of support during her pregnancy. Letting your daughter make her own decisions doesn't have to mean compromising your own values. For example, if you really want her to have the baby, you might offer to help raise the baby or provide financial support. Even if she doesn't make the decision you were hoping for, you will still have done your best by being supportive and offering viable alternatives. Your teen may get mad during the conversation. Even if you're trying to be patient and understanding, your teen may lash out at you due to her own anger or fear. Try not to take this personally. Do not react to feelings of anger taken out on you. Simply remain calm and say something like, "I'm sorry you feel that way," and proceed with the conversation. You may experience a lot of feelings yourself if you find out your teen is pregnant. Your own hopes and dreams for her have dramatically changed. It's normal to feel sadness, anger, and pain when your teen reveals she's pregnant. However, during the initial conversation, keep the focus on your teen's feelings over your own. You may need to occasionally take a deep breath and count to 10 in order to stay calm. Do so as necessary throughout the course of the conversation. | Go into the conversation without expectations. Ask without judgement. Validate your daughter even if you don’t approve of the situation. Steer clear of forcing your views on your daughter. Try to stay calm if your teen gets angry. Take deep breaths when necessary. |
You can do this directly in the rice cooker or you can do it in a strainer over a sink instead. Keep rinsing the rice until the water runs clear—about 2 to 3 times should be plenty. Rinsing the rice is important as it will remove any starch and prevent the rice from turning sticky. Again, how you do this will depend on your rice cooker. In most cases, you'll just have set the rice cooker on a heat-safe surface, plug it in, and turn it on. Most rice cookers will turn off automatically once they are done cooking the rice. Some rice cookers have different cooking options. Read the labels to find the right option, then select it. | Rinse 1 cup (225 g) of jasmine rice with cool water. Turn the rice cooker on, then let the rice cook until it turns off. |
For this version of the project, you will need small styrofoam balls, a needle and thread, paint, and toothpicks. Choose 6 different colors to represent the sugar and phosphate groups, and the 4 nitrogenous bases. They can be any 6 colors of your choice. You will need to paint 16 sugar balls, 14 phosphate balls, and 4 different colors for each of the nitrogenous bases (cytosine, guanine, thymine, and adenine). You could choose to have one of the colors be white, so that you don't have to paint some of the styrofoam. This might be easiest for the sugar balls, as it will greatly reduce your total amount of work. Once the paint has dried, designate 1 color for each of the nitrogenous bases, and then pair them with their matching base. Cytosine always goes with guanine, and thymine always goes with adenine. The order of the colors does not matter, as long as they are in the correct pairs. Stick a toothpick between each of the pairs, leaving a little extra space at the sharp ends of the toothpicks. Using the needle and string, cut a piece that is long enough to go the length of 15 styrofoam balls. Tie a knot at one end of the string, and thread the needle on the other. Line up the styrofoam sugar and phosphate balls, so that they alternate in sets of 15. There should be more sugar balls than phosphate balls. Make sure that the 2 strands of sugar and phosphate are in the same order, so that they line up when placed next to each other. Thread through the centers of each alternating string of styrofoam sugar and phosphate balls. Tie the string off at the end of each strand, to prevent the balls from sliding off. Take the toothpicks with your pairs of nitrogenous bases, and stick the sharp end to the matching sugar balls on each long strand. Only attach the pairs to the styrofoam balls representing sugar, as this is how DNA is attached in real life. Make sure that enough of the toothpick is attached to the strands that the pairs of bases will not fall off easily. Once all the pairs of toothpick bases have been attached to the sugar, twist the double strands in a counter-clockwise direction to mimic the appearance of a true double helix. Your model is now complete! | Gather your supplies. Paint your styrofoam balls. Pair off the nitrogenous bases. Make the double helix. Attach the nitrogenous bases to the double helix strands. Twist the double helix. |
If your nails are short you may only be able to do true or false. If your nails are long, create a scheme for multiple choice questions, for example: 1/4 cut is A You may be able to pull off more than one answer per nail if your good at nail clipping. This only works in those times when you manage to get your hands on the answer sheet. | Clip your nails from left to right at different heights. |
Being 40 puts you in a very different mindset for dating than when you were dating at 20. While opposites attract, you at least want to share some major things in common. For example, if you are religious, look for other singles who are also religious. If you have a hobby that's important to you, you may wish to find someone who shares that hobby. For example, if your religious faith is an important part of your life, consider looking for potential partners through your church or temple. If you love going to the gym, keep your eyes open for interesting singles while you're working out, or take an aerobics or yoga class to meet new people. Look for people who are in a similar life phase as you. For example, if you have children, you may prefer a partner who has children themselves, since they can relate to you on that level. If you are well established in your career, you may want to seek out a partner who also places a lot of importance on their work life. For example, if you're a lawyer or doctor with a very hectic schedule, you may mesh best with someone who also has a demanding career. Online dating websites, phone apps, and dating services are all viable options. Some dating apps are even tailored to certain demographics such as people who are divorced, those who share religious faith, or people who enjoy similar hobbies. For the best results, be open and honest about who you are online and post images of yourself that are accurate and up-to-date. Explore dating websites like Match.com, eHarmony, and ChristianMingle.com. Try out dating apps like PlentyofFish, Bumble, Happn, and OKCupid. Stay safe when dating new people. Spend several weeks emailing with them, talking on the phone, or video chatting before you meet them in person. Meet in public for the first several dates until you get to know them. Bring your own mode of transportation so you can leave if you want to. While it's possible to meet a quality prospect at a bar, it's probably unlikely. Try looking for potential partners in places where they typically congregate. For example, skip the nightclub and consider a wine tasting event instead. Pass on the pizza joint and have dinner at an upscale restaurant. Avoid the Starbucks drive-thru and grab a table at a sit-down coffee shop. Look for local meet-up groups that get together for activities that you're interested in. Check out classes available locally for something you're interested in, like painting or scuba diving. Not only will you spend time doing something new that interests you, but you may meet other single people there. Plus, it's much easier to chat with a prospect when you already have something to talk about it! Take your dog for a walk at the local park and chat up anyone who seems interesting. At the very least, you'll get in some quality time with your furry friend. If you don't have a pet, consider getting one! If getting a pet isn't an option, consider volunteering at a local animal shelter. You may meet a fellow animal lover who also happens to be single. Getting back into dating doesn't mean you have to constantly look for potential partners everywhere you go. You may catch someone else's eye, for example, and they could ask you out. Even if you've never thought about dating that person before, or if you're caught off guard, don't close yourself off to the idea! For instance, maybe a single coworker asks you out for a drink after work. You've never considered them as a potential partner before, but that doesn't mean you can't explore the idea. | Look for partners who share similar interests. Seek out partners who can relate to your current lifestyle. Use technology to find dates. Look for dates in realistic places. Take a class or pursue a passion. Use a furry friend to meet people. Be open to invitations you receive for dates. |
You will be baking your vegan paleo gingerbread cookies in an oven. Before mixing the cookie dough, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 177 degrees Celsius. Locate a large baking sheet and a roll of parchment paper. Tear off a piece of parchment paper that is about the same size as the baking sheet. Place the parchment paper on top of the baking sheet. Set aside. Add the baking soda, almond meal, ginger, starch, cinnamon, and salt to a large mixing bowl. Use a wooden spoon to gently combine the ingredients until completely combined. Then add the molasses, maple syrup, and coconut oil to the dry ingredients. Stir the ingredients together until they form a sticky dough. Take your hands and roll one tablespoon of the dough into a ball. Place the ball on the prepared cookie sheet. Repeat with the rest of the dough, placing the dough ball about 1 inch or 2.5 centimeters apart on the baking sheet. Use your hand to flatten each ball into a round cookie. Place the cookies in the preheated oven. Bake the cookies at 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 177 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes if you want cookies with a soft center, or for 14-15 minutes if you desire a crisper cookie. Crispy cookies will have brown edges when they are done, with softer cookies exhibiting a rich brown hue. Once your cookies have baked to your desired level of crispiness, remove the cookie sheet from the oven. Use a spatula to remove the cookies from the cookie sheet. Place them on a cooling rack and allow them to cool completely before icing. You will need to make your own powdered coconut sugar for the icing. Place ¼ cup or 50 grams (1.8 oz) of coconut sugar in a coffee grinder or high speed blender. Blend or grind the sugar for several minutes until it reaches a consistency similar to powdered sugar. Remove the sugar from the grinder or blender and re-measure ¼ cup or 50 grams (1.8 oz). Add the red palm oil shortening, solid coconut oil, powdered coconut sugar, and tapioca starch to the bowl. Use a rubber spatula to combine the ingredients. Make sure you mash the ingredients on the sides of the bowl as you stir. This will help break up the solid coconut oil and allow it to combine more easily with the other ingredients. Once the cookies have cooled, use a butter knife to gently spread the coconut sugar icing over the surface of each cookie. Enjoy! The icing will not harden, so the cookies will not harden, so you will need to store them in a container where the lid will not touch the top of the cookies. | Preheat the oven. Prepare a baking sheet. Mix together the ingredients. Roll the dough into balls. Bake the cookies. Cool the cookies. Prepare the coconut sugar for the icing. Combine all the icing ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Ice the cookies. |
Bedbug bites commonly resemble other insect bites, including mosquito bites. They typically involve a raised, reddish bump but can also appear as a blister. Bedbug bites are very difficult to distinguish from other insect bites; even a clinical physician cannot usually diagnose bites simply by looking at them. Bedbugs do, however, have a unique bite pattern. Although some bites may appear alone, most bites occur in a row of three to five bites (termed "breakfast, lunch, and dinner") or in a cluster of red bumps (a rash called bedbug dermatitis). The bites often appear in a zig-zag formation, but may appear in a straight line if the bugs bite you in the morning. Bites tend to occur on exposed areas of the body. Studies show that they have a preference of biting the skin around the eyelids, and such areas as the neck, face, feet, and arms. In contrast to mosquito bites, bedbug bites rarely occur on the back of the knees or in the folds of the skin. The bumps or the rash typically resolve themselves within one to two weeks. However, although an individual bite or set of bites may heal, if you have not eradicated the problem through pest extermination, then you may continue to get bitten. As long as there are bedbugs, they will try to get at you. Consider, for example, if you notice the bites after waking up when previously you hadn't noticed them. However, this can also be difficult to determine because each person's reaction time can vary significantly. Symptoms that result from the bite can manifest at any point from a couple of hours to more than a week after the bite occurred. Bedbug bites can have a long incubation period. Visible signs of the bite (a red, itchy bump) can appear up to 10 days after you were initially bitten. Start with where you sleep. Bedbugs want to be where people are so they can get the warm blood of humans. A telling sign is red spots on the sheets. These may come from a bedbug that was squashed after feeding, or from the bites left on you when the bug finished feeding on you. Inspect your entire mattress, including the lining and seams. Look for sleeping bedbugs, carcasses, empty skins (their exoskeletons) and feces (this will look like little black spots or smudges). Check your sheets, pillow cases, and pillows as well. It is very difficult to see and catch a living bedbug. They are tiny brownish insects with broad, oval-shaped bodies. are very good at hiding. However, finding a bedbug is the only way to confirm that that is indeed what bit you. You can also see a doctor for diagnosis if you do not find signs of bedbugs in your bed and cannot identify the source of the bites or rash. However, there is a very good chance that your physician will not be able to firmly diagnose that you have been bitten by a bedbug because the symptoms look so similar to those that result from other insect bites and skin conditions. Nevertheless, you may feel comforted by going to see your doctor, who can confirm for you that bedbugs pose little physical threat to humans. Your doctor may prescribe a topical corticosteroid ointment to help relieve itching and inflammation. These ointments are stronger than the ones you can buy over the counter. This is the surest way to confirm that you have been bitten by a bedbug. An exterminator will search your home and be able to confirm whether or not you have an infestation on your hands. An exterminator will know what to look for and can also then treat your home to remove the bedbugs and prevent future bites from occurring. Home foggers and and bug sprays will not usually kill a bedbug infestation. To make sure you eradicate bedbugs from your home, go with a professional exterminator. | Inspect the bites carefully. Pay attention to when the bites occur. Check your home for signs of bedbugs. Visit your doctor. Call an exterminator. |
If you have a cold, you don't need antibiotics. Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections and not viral infections, such as a cold. Additionally, antibiotics can have side effects, and using them when you don't need to can contribute to antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Acetaminophen, naproxen, and ibuprofen can help with sore throat, headache, body aches and fever. These medications are readily available nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) found in drug and grocery stores. Be sure to follow the directions on the label when taking pain relievers. Some NSAIDs have side effects and can cause stomach issues or liver damage. Never take NSAIDs long-term or take larger doses than those that are recommended. If you have to take an NSAID for more than four times a day or for more than two to three days, then you should contact your doctor. NSAIDs are not approved for infants under three months. Always check the dosages of the pain relievers that you are using for older babies and children. Some formulations are very concentrated. Aspirin should not be given to children under 12 due to the risk of Reye's syndrome. Coughing helps get mucus out of your lungs and throat. However, if your cough is very painful or you can't sleep, then you might consider using a cough suppressant temporarily. Always read the labels and follow the directions before using a cough suppressant for your cold. Children under six should not use cough suppressants. Congestion is no fun, and it may even cause your ears to ache as well. Decongestants and decongestant sprays can help relieve the pressure and swelling in your sinuses. They are usually available at your drug or grocery store over-the-counter. Decongestants should be used sparingly and for no more than three days. Otherwise, your symptoms can become worse. There are probably sprays available at your local drug or grocery store that will numb your throat if it is sore. These work temporarily and will ease the symptoms you have. They can have a strong taste, though, and some people do not like the feeling of numbness these sprays cause. | Don’t use antibiotics unless absolutely necessary. Take non-prescription pain relievers. Take a cough suppressant. Take a decongestant. Use throat spray. |
One of the best ways to do this is to start by making friends. It is always said that making friends is the surest way to finding love, and that's because it's true; it's a great way to build a mutual relationship based on caring and trust. When you’re making friends, keep these tips in mind: Don't be judgmental. This is probably the most important rule when it comes to the beginnings of friendship and love. If you can't get past someone's dorky haircut, you’ll never know how well you would have gotten along with that person. The attraction doesn't always have to be there the first time you meet someone. Be generous with your time. Making friends requires a bit of commitment. If you’re serious about finding love, get serious about spending time with people. Accept invitations to parties, sporting events, and concerts. If you aren't much of a joiner, ask a few people out for lunch or coffee. The point is to create a lot of situations that give you the chance to get to know people - and it's hard to do that from home. This doesn't mean you need to shout to the rooftops that you’re on a quest for love, but take measures to make sure people know you’re available and willing to take things further if the opportunity arises. Consider your appearance. When you’re looking for love, dress like the best version of yourself. Don't force yourself into a style or look that makes you feel uncomfortable. Instead, project your confidence and uniqueness with clean, well-styled clothes and a pleasant expression on your face. The addition of a little perfume or cologne also helps to send out the right kind of signal. Be an attentive and encouraging listener. If you find someone interesting, ask a lot of questions. Next time you see that person, follow up by recalling something he or she said and mentioning it at the beginning of the conversation. Show people you care about them. Be honest and sincere. In other words, be yourself. Willingness to present yourself to the world as you are is an act of courage, and that's attractive. Consider online dating, for example. Using an online dating network is a great way to find out who is available in your area. However, don't fall into the trap of being too picky, or judging everyone by their profile picture. If you want to find love, you’ll have to give people a chance - the same chance you’d want them to give you. Joining a singles group at your religious center or school can help you circulate with other people who share your mindset. Bars and clubs are popular places to look for love, but if you want to find a longer-term relationship, you might find it easier to get to know people in places that facilitate conversation. | Meet people. Present yourself as someone who’s available. Try dating services. |
A tension rod needs to be placed in between 2 hard, flat surfaces that face opposite one another, such as the space between 2 closet walls, 2 cabinets, or in a window frame. Use a measuring tape to measure the distance between these 2 surfaces so that you know what length to get. Even though tension rods are adjustable, they can only expand so much. Be sure to take measurements before purchasing a rod. Be sure the surface can handle the pressure of the rod. If you use tension rods, it exerts force on a surface. That is likely fine for a concrete wall, but maybe not for a painted piece of drywall. Tension rods lose their strength as you expand them. If you were to expand a tension rod to its full length, it won't be able to hold up very much weight at all. As such, you should buy a rod that's longer than what you need when fully expanded. For example, if you need to fill a 5 ft (1.5 m) space, get a rod that can expand up to 7 feet (2.1 m). Check the weight capacity of your tension rod as well. If you will be hanging heavy items from it, you will need something with a larger weight capacity. If your window is very wide, adding 2 curtain panels might be more convenient. In either case, make sure that the entire curtain is on the rod and that the ends are exposed; you don't want to trap the ends of the curtain when installing the rod. Alternatively, slide curtain rings onto the rod; you can use the clips that are attached to the rings to hang your curtain later. You don't need to do this step if you won't be adding curtains. If you take a look at your rod, you'll notice that it is actually made up of 2 rods that are set into one another. Grab hold of the rod to either side of the center seam. Twist the thinner rod clockwise or counterclockwise to unlock it; the direction may vary from brand to brand. Hold onto both ends firmly after you unlock it. Don't let the rod expand wider than the space you need to fill. If you put a curtain on your rod, scrunch the curtain towards the middle so that you have something to grab on to. If you need to, push both ends of the rod towards the middle. Slide it into the space between your 2 walls, then loosen your hold on the rod so that it can expand. The spring inside the rod will push the ends away from each other. This tension will cause the rod to become wedged between the 2 walls. If you added curtain rings earlier, now is the time to clip the top of the curtain to the hooks that are attached to the rings. Hold 1 end of the tension rod and pull it down first; this should be enough to loosen it so that you can pull it out. If it doesn't, press both ends of the rod towards the middle to compress it, then pull it down. If the rod is still stuck, ask someone to compress it for you while you pull down on it. To store the rod, compress it all the way, then twist the narrower rod counterclockwise or clockwise to lock it. | Measure the space between 2 facing surfaces. Purchase a rod that's longer than your measurement. Push the tension rod through a curtain, if desired. Twist both ends of the tension rod to unlock it. Slide the tension rod between the 2 walls and let it expand. Remove the rod by compressing it. |
A little more nerve-racking if you’ve just met at a gaming store or convention, but don't be afraid. It's always better to be rejected than to never know what might’ve been. Though your first connection may have been over video games, try and make your first date simple and classic. Dinner and a movie is a timeless date idea. Try to decide on a movie together beforehand, and be sure to see it before your meal. This way the movie is ample fodder for dinner conversation. While it may seem logical to invite her over for video games, there's still quite a bit of getting to know one another which should come first. Try not to focus your date conversation solely on video games. Provided your first date went well, you should hopefully know a little bit more about your potential girlfriend. If you both enjoy a game that can be played online with one another, suggest a time to do that as a fun pseudo-second date. Or suggest she visit you (or vice versa) to play a game you both like in person. Try to lose any bravado or hyper-competitiveness when playing; if you’re both playing to win don't lose on purpose. Losing on purpose is at best unsportsmanlike, and at worst insulting. Keep things light-hearted and fun, and remember to enjoy yourself. Though it may be difficult, do your best to relax and put down your guard in this situation--remember that this is someone you've sought to game with, so there's no reason to be nervous. Don't make the mistake of going out of your way to meet a woman who likes video games, only to exclude her from the more “serious” endeavors of your gaming lifestyle. Be sure to provide her the benefit of the doubt (and time to catch up) for games she hasn't encountered before. If there is a game in which you’re heavily invested time-wise, like World of Warcraft or League of Legends, know that you’ll need to introduce your new romantic partner to this more “serious” world of yours. At the very least you’ll need to offer. Plenty of women will be happy to give you your “serious” time with a game that matters a lot to you, provided you allowed them every opportunity to be a part of that world. Many men might make the assumption that their commitment to gaming is more intense, or more foundational than that of the woman they’re dating. This might lead to a relationship of two video game enthusiasts, but one where it's one person choosing the games that both play. Remember to take a back seat and allow yourself to be introduced to new games. Don't be a pushover for the sake of agreement, however; some games you just won't like. Be sure to extend to her the same courtesy you hope she extends to you in this situation. | Ask her on a date. Start gaming. Make her a part of your video game life. Let her expand your gaming horizons. |
Try to pick a time when they are in a good mood. If you start a conversation like this when they are already angry, it will not go well for you. If necessary, ask your to schedule a time. It is important to be open and honest. Tell you parents clearly what you want to talk to them about by making an observation about their behavior that bothers you. For example: "Mom and Dad, I've noticed you make disparaging comments whenever I talk about my college plans." You need to provide examples of their behavior that hurts your feelings so that your parents can't dismiss your observations right off the bat. You can refer to the list you made of instances when they behaved negatively toward you if you find it helpful. Say: "For example, you told me I shouldn't join the science club because you think I'm bad at Biology." It is important not to make this conversation all about placing the blame on your parents. You need to take responsibility for your part, but also tell them about your feelings. Explain why you're hurt because your parents may not be aware of how their behavior affects you. Discuss your feelings, but don't get overly emotional. Use "I feel..." statements. For example: "I feel hurt and devalued when you compare me to Cousin Jimmy. I feel like you're saying my hard efforts are no good." Defend yourself. Say: "I'm confused when you scold me for making a mess. I always pick up after myself, and my room is organized." Ask why the parent is doing the behavior. They may have a misguided idea, and think they're doing the right thing. Ask nicely, and if possible, provide an alternative. Tell your parents how it makes you feel and that you would like for them to try to stop making you feel that way. Give them an alternative solution to their current behavior. For example: "I would like you to stop blaming me for the behavior of my little brother. I'd rather you address his problem with talking back rather than claim that I'm setting a bad example when I'm clearly polite." Sometimes it is hard for people to hear that they are making mistakes or hurting someone else – especially for a parent to hear that from their child. If your parents get upset, make excuses, or become defensive with you when you try to talk to them, be sure to remain calm. Let them say what they want to say, but remind them that this conversation is about how their actions make you feel. It may take your parents a little bit of time to process this new information about how their behavior makes you feel. You’ve been thinking about it for a long time, but it might come as a sudden shock to them. Give them some time to adjust and figure out how to change their behavior on their own. If your parents refuse to acknowledge the problem or change their negative behavior, it might be time to seek outside advice. Ask your parents to attend a counseling session with you or talk to the pastor at your church together. Sometimes having another adult to listen objectively can really help solve the problems. | Sit down with your parents when you have their full attention. Start the conversation with an observation. Give examples of specific exchanges. Talk about your feelings. Ask your parents to stop. Stay calm if your parents get defensive. Be patient. Get outside help. |
If you're struggling to feel comfortable in new social situations, learn ways to relax yourself. Meditation and exercises like yoga and tai chi are techniques you can use to calm down and prepare yourself to face your challenges calmly. If you carry tension in your muscles, tighten your whole body for three seconds (including your hands, feet, jaw, neck, etc.), then release. Do this two more times and feel the tension leave your body. Learn to recognize your body overreacting to feelings of anxiety and immediately practice calming yourself in those situations. People who suffer from social anxiety often find themselves in situations where their panic gets the better of them and they have difficulty breathing. In this situation, one of the best ways to regain control and calm your mind is just to focus on your breathing. Inhale deeply through the nose for six seconds. Feel the breath moving down through your chest, into the pit of your stomach. As you breathe focus solely on the movement of air in and out of your body. Exhale slowly through your mouth for another six seconds. Repeat this exercise until you begin to feel calm again. Recite a comforting prayer, line of poetry, or famous quotation, something that inspires you and that you can return to when feeling anxious. Find a song that inspires confidence you can listen to as you drive to a social gathering or before a big presentation. Even something as simple as "I can do this" will help you center yourself and feel confident. Stimulants such as caffeine and nicotine can increase anxiety symptoms. Alcohol can also trigger anxiety attacks, so be careful when drinking. Know the difference between drinking to calm nerves and drinking in excess. | Practice relaxation techniques. Use breathing techniques. Pick a mantra or a "pump-up" song. Change your diet. |
As long as your carrier supports visual voicemail, you can access your voicemails by tapping the Voicemail button in the bottom right corner of the Phone app's screen. You will be able to browse through all of your voicemails and choose which ones you want to listen to. Some carriers' data plans won't allow you to view your voicemails; instead, you'll need to tap and hold 1 in the keypad or tap the Voicemail button to call your voicemail inbox. Doing so should bring the message up in a window that includes several options like Delete and Call Back. If your iPhone supports visual voicemail messages, opening a voicemail message will display a transcript of the message's content. It's in the bottom left corner of the voicemail message you opened, directly above the Speaker option. Tapping this will begin playing your voicemail message. Tapping Speaker will play the voicemail message over your iPhone's speaker. The Delete button is in the bottom right corner of the message window. To delete multiple messages, tap Edit in the top right corner of the screen, tap each message you want to delete, and then tap Delete in the bottom right corner of the screen. It's at the center of the bottom of the voicemail message window. You can see how many new messages you have by looking at the little red number on your Voicemail icon. | Access your voicemails. Tap a message you wish to open. Tap ►. Tap Delete to delete messages. Tap Call Back to dial the number that left the message. |
If only one of your tubes is blocked, and you are otherwise healthy, your doctor may suggest a course of fertility drugs like clomiphene, Femera, Follistim, Gonal-F, Bravelle, Fertinex, Ovidrel, Novarel,Antagon, Lupron, or Pergonal. Several of these drugs (Lupron, Pergonal) shut down the pituitary gland so you can control it with medication. They may be used in combination with other drugs, which cause your pituitary gland to release follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), thereby increasing the likelihood that you will ovulate and become pregnant (using the open fallopian tube). Note that this treatment will not work if both your fallopian tubes are blocked. If this is the case, you’ll need to begin with more aggressive treatment options. The most common risks of taking fertility drugs are multiple pregnancy and ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS). OHSS occurs when your ovaries become filled with too much fluid. If your doctor thinks you are a good candidate for surgery, they may recommend a laparoscopy to open blocked tubes and remove any existing scar tissue. Laparoscopic surgery does not always work. The success of your procedure will depend on your age and the cause and extent of your blockage. If your blocked tube is relatively healthy, you have a 20 – 40% chance of getting pregnant after surgery. The procedure will not be painful because you will be under general anesthesia. Risks of laparoscopic surgery include bladder infection and skin irritation around the surgery site. If you have a particular kind of blocked fallopian tube known as hydrosalpinx, in which the tube fills with fluid, you may not be a good candidate for surgery. Discuss your options with your physician — they may recommend removing the tube. This kind of surgery increases your risk of future ectopic pregnancies (in which the fertilized egg implants outside of the uterus). If you do get pregnant after your laparoscopy, your doctor should follow your progress closely and watch for signs of an ectopic pregnancy. Salpingectomy involves removing part of your fallopian tube. This procedure is done when a tube has a buildup of fluid called hydrosalpinx. This procedure is done before undergoing an attempt at in vitro fertilization (IVF). If the end of the fallopian tube is blocked due to hydrosalpinx, a salpingostomy is performed. This procedure creates an opening in the fallopian tube near the ovaries. It is common for tubes to become re-blocked by scar tissue following this procedure. If you have a blockage that is close to your uterus, your doctor may recommend selective tubal cannulation – a medical procedure done by inserting a cannula through the cervix, uterus, and fallopian tube. The cannula is used to open the blocked portion of the fallopian tube. This is an outpatient procedure and less invasive than laparoscopic surgery. It is done by hysteroscopy, in which your doctor inserts a thin tube with a camera, which allows your doctor to see inside your uterus. You may or may not need general anesthesia. Tubal cannulation is not recommended if you have other conditions such as genital tuberculosis, previous fallopian tube surgery, and severe damage or scarring in your fallopian tubes. Potential risks of this procedure include tearing of your fallopian tube, peritonitis (infection of the tissue around your organs), or an unsuccessful restoration of your fallopian tube function. If these treatments do not work (or if your doctor thinks you are not a good candidate for these treatments), you still have options for becoming pregnant. The most common of these options is IVF, in which doctors fertilize an egg with sperm outside your body, then insert the resulting embryo or embryos into your uterus. This method bypasses the fallopian tubes, so blockages do not present a problem. The success of IVF depends on many different factors including your age and the cause of your infertility. IVF is also very time consuming and expensive and can be very difficult emotionally for patients. Risks of IVF include ectopic pregnancy, multiple births, premature delivery and low birth weight, ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, miscarriage, and stress due to the emotional, mental, and financial burden. | Ask your doctor about fertility drugs. Consider laparoscopic surgery. Discuss the possibility of a salpingectomy with your doctor. Try selective tubal cannulation. Move on to in vitro fertilization (IVF). |
All Google accounts, including Gmail accounts, come with access to Google Drive. You can use this service to store your files, but it also works as a handy file converter. You can log into Google Drive at drive.google.com .odt file to your Drive account. You can quickly do this by dragging and dropping the file into your browser window when you're logged into Drive. You can also click the "New" button and select "File upload". This will open it in the Google Drive document reader. This will convert the file to Google Docs format and open it in the Google Docs editor. This will download the file to your Downloads folder in .docx format. If your version of Word cannot open .docx files, click here. | Log into the Google Drive site with your Google account. Upload the . Double-click the uploaded file. Click the "Open" button at the top of the window. Click "File" → "Download as" → "Microsoft Word". |
Base training involves steady, moderate cycling to train endurance. You should be able to talk while biking, and your heartbeat should reach about 60–70% of its maximum rate. Base train four or five days a week so your body learns to burn fat efficiently, saving carbohydrate fuel for more intense exercise. Aim for at least two hours per session, but feel free to ride as long as you can without fatigue. Start this at least two months in advance. Three or four months is ideal. If possible, increase the length of the session until you are cycling for the same duration you will at the event. Once you've adjusted to life back in the saddle, add short tempo training sessions two or three times a week. At this pace, you should breathe fast but not feel any burning or aching muscles. Start with 15 minutes sessions or shorter in the middle of your base training, and gradually increase the duration. After a few weeks, you may be able to tempo train for 40 minute sessions. Your lactate threshold is the highest level of activity you can keep up for 60 minutes, while keeping your lactic acid levels steady. The higher you can push this threshold, the faster you'll be during the race. Add this intense training six to eight weeks before the race: Find a flat, outdoor route without stops, or use an indoor trainer. Warm up with twenty minutes or more of base training. Choose a gear that lets you pedal at about 90 rpm while at maximum effort. Start with two reps of 5 minutes threshold, 5 minutes base recovery. Do this two or three times a week. Gradually increase intensity by a couple minutes each week, up to a maximum of 2 x 20 minute threshold with 5 minute recoveries. For greater accuracy, find your LTHR (Lactate Threshold Heart Rate) or FTP (Functional Threshold Power). These are the maximum heart rate and wattage you can maintain for one hour. Aim to reach about 100% of your LTHR and FTP values during threshold training. Starting a few weeks before the race, add two sprinting sessions each week to your workout. Add them about twenty minutes into your base training, so you're warmed up but not exhausted. The goal is to push yourself above your threshold level, to unsustainable speeds. Pick one of the following: Anaerobic training: Sprint for 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, and 120 seconds. After each sprint, recover with base cycling for an equal amount of time. VO2 max training: This is effective for races involving intense, short climbs. Sprint for 30 seconds, drop to threshold level for 2–3 minutes, the sprint for another 2–3 minutes. Let your muscles recover one or two days each week. Over-intense workouts increase fatigue and wear out your muscles. If you only rest one day, choose a second day for light rides only. . Long-distance events almost always include some hill climbing. Incorporate some uphill efforts into your regular training: Practice on a hill that ranges from fairly flat to a 10–12% gradient. Climb and descend for eight reps, aiming for the same speed each time. Practice longer climbs. Try to stick to a steady pedaling cadence, adjusting gears before each change in gradient. Sit down for portions of the climb. This is less powerful but more efficient. Join a local bike group or invite friends to join you for the occasional training session. If you aren't used to biking in a dense crowd of bicyclists, you might cause an accident on race day. Keep the following tips in mind: Stay behind the back wheel of the bike in front of you, to reduce accident risk. Don't bring your front wheel alongside it until you plan to pass. Warn your group members before switching positions, or if you notice an obstacle. If you're training for a team event, practice drafting. During the race, try to stay in the front third of the group, but behind another rider. This provides the greatest aerodynamic benefit. | Put in the hours at your base pace. Include short bursts of tempo training. Add lactate threshold training. Practice sprinting with high intensity intervals. Rest for one or two days each week. Cycle uphill Learn to ride with a group. |
Use a lighter or a lit candle. Move the teeth of the key back and forth over the flame. It should take around 1 or 2 minutes to blacken one side of the key. Once the key is charred on one side, set it down until it is cool to the touch. Use a pair of pliers to hold the key so you don't burn your fingers. Cut a piece of clear tape the same length as the key. Standard sized clear tape should work for most house keys. Carefully lay it on top of the key so it doesn't crease. Press the tape firmly onto the blackened side of the key so the char transfers. The outline of the key will transfer to the sticky side of the tape. Leave a fingertip-sized bit of tape at the end of the key so it's easier to remove. Peel the tape back, being sure that it doesn't fold or crease. The char will leave residue on the sticky side of the tape in the same shape as the key. Use rubbing alcohol to remove any residual char from the key. A standard thickness card will work best. Stick the tape so the entire imprint of the key is on the card. Make sure the tape lays flat so the shape of the teeth is not distorted. Be sure to place the tape away from any raised letters or numbers on the card otherwise it will be too thick to fit in the lock. Use a light-colored card so you can easily see the imprint of the key. Carefully maneuver around the outline of the key. Be mindful around the teeth, being sure to cut directly on the outline. If the teeth are not close to the correct size, they will not be able to turn the lock. It doesn't matter how the large end of the key is shaped. As long as the teeth are cut correctly, the key should work. Hold the original key up to the one you’re cutting out to compare the teeth. Insert the key delicately into the lock so it doesn't bend or deform. Once it's fully inserted, hold the key as close to the lock as you can and turn it. It should unlock easily. Don't force the key to turn or else it may bend or break. | Hold the teeth on one side of the key over an open flame until they are charred. Stick a piece of clear tape on the blackened side of the key. Remove the tape slowly after 10 seconds. Place the tape on an expired credit card or plastic gift card. Cut out the shape of the key with a pair of scissors. Turn the makeshift key slowly in the lock. |
” Stretch one of your hands out in front of the subject and ask him or her to press his or her hand against yours. Ideally, he or she should press down with some force, but only be touching the edge of your hand, so that it will be easy for you to withdraw your hand when you are ready. ” As you do this, take your other hand and wave it across his or her face. Do this very rapidly shortly after having him or her press against your hand. That way, his attention will be occupied with two tasks simultaneously. ” As you do this, pull your hand away from his so that he falls forward, as if falling asleep like you told him to. The goal is to surprise him. You should speak in a strong, authoritative tone when telling him to “sleep.” This whole process should take about four seconds. Surprise—and thus speed—is imperative. | Tell the subject to “press my hand. Tell the subject to “close your eyes. Tell the subject to “sleep. |
Cut inward until it reaches the bone. Remove the knife. Cut a 1-inch (2.5 cm) slice of ham from skin surface to the bone. Repeat until the top section of the roast fans out into slices. Then, cut away the sides of the ham along the fat lines on each side. Carve the slices from top to bone, just as you did on the first side. Reserve the bone for soup. | Insert your carving knife in the side of the ham. Cut in a circular motion around the bottom of the bone. Slice at a slant from your initial cut into the bone. Serve the top slices. Flip the ham over. Finished. |
While practicing mindfulness meditation, practitioners are urged to observe their thoughts, acknowledge their feelings, and then allow them to pass. They are not supposed to judge or fixate on their thoughts. Practitioners are now applying this meditation technique to their work on the computer. This requires you to disengage from work and take a moment to observe and acknowledge the letters, spaces, images, and thoughts displayed on the screen. Pause from your work for a brief mindfulness meditation session. Slide your chair back, close your eyes, and or slow your breathing. Ask yourself the following questions and take a mental note of your responses: ”What do I feel in this moment?” ”What am I thinking about in this moment?” ”How am I present in this moment?” ”How am I not present in this moment?” Once you are aware of your own thoughts and feelings, turn your attention to the computer screen. The goal of this exercise is to use the computer to transport yourself into a state of calmness, relaxation, and mindfulness that will then carry over to the rest of your workday. As you practice: Take note of the letters in a word, the sentences in a paragraph, and the thoughts they are conveying. Acknowledge the icons on your desktop, the empty spaces on an open web page, and the cursor in the corner of your screen. If your mind wanders, return your attention to the screen. Gradually regain your awareness and return to work feeling refreshed and refocused. | View your computer as an object of meditation. Assess your thoughts and feelings. Observe the computer screen for 2 to 3 minutes. |
If an accident appears imminent, you need to respond quickly but smoothly. Vehicles of all types respond better to smooth steering and braking inputs. You need to decide what combination of steering, braking, and accelerating will best serve to avoid or minimize the harm from an accident. with control. Braking practices vary depending upon whether your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. No anti-lock brakes - If your car lacks anti-lock brakes, you need to pump the brakes to keep the car under control. If you slam on the brakes, your car will start to skid and you will lose control. You cannot steer a vehicle when the brakes are locked. Press firmly, then release. If you feel the tires start to skid release the brakes before steering. Anti-lock brakes - Do not pump anti-lock brakes. Your car's ABS computer will pulse them much faster than you can (you will feel the pedal vibrate a bit when this occurs). Just hold the brakes firmly and steer normally. - Very jerky motions of the steering wheel, especially with heavy vehicles or those with light rear ends (e.g., pickup trucks) are likely to lead to skids. Although it seems counter-intuitive, sometimes the best way to avoid an accident is to speed up and get out of the way. If your car starts to skid or if a tire blows, follow these steps to control the car. Don't hit the brakes. This will only make things worse. Keep a firm grip on the wheel. Steer in the direction of the skid. If the back of your car is sliding to the driver's left, turn the wheels to the left. Wait for your tires to regain traction before braking or pressing the accelerator. Avoid head-on collisions into other vehicles or front-end collisions into immovable objects like large trees or concrete barriers. Do as much as you can to control your car's speed. The faster the impact, the more damage it will cause. Avoid side impacts. Serious injury is likely to result if another car strikes your car on the side where it is much weaker structurally and closer to the driver. After a crash, switch off your engine, do not smoke, and stop anyone else from smoking. This especially important if one of the vehicles involved in the crash was carrying dangerous goods (e.g. flammable goods such as paraffin or aerosols, or explosive goods), as in such crashes it is important to prevent explosions or fires, as much as you are not in a film and in reality cars can only really explode or catch fire after crashes if the crash involved a vehicle carrying dangerous goods. Apply first aid if needed. Do not attempt to remove injured people from a vehicle yourself unless if there is a threat to their life (such as if their car caught on fire). Explosions are very unlikely, and you could aggravate any neck spinal injuries, even if the victim feels uninjured. Leave removal of injured people to the emergency services. | Stay calm. Choose your course of action. Brake Steer smoothly. Accelerate if needed. Take steps to recover if you start to skid or lose control. Attempt to minimize damage, if a crash is unavoidable. Take appropriate measures after an accident. Call emergency services after a crash. |
The full moon is the climax of the waxing phases. It is also the beginning of the waning phases. As the moon continues its orbit, it will become less and less visible. The placement of the full moon on your chart should be 180 degrees from the new moon (straight across from the new moon on the other side of the earth). Astrologically, the full moon represents illumination. During this phase, it is thought that one will have a clear view of their previous actions so that they can make appropriate adjustments. The waning gibbous should be placed 45 degrees counterclockwise with respect to the full moon. Stages of the waning gibbous appear to be inverted from stages of the waxing gibbous. The parts of the moon that were dark at a given phase of the waxing gibbous will be light at a similar phase of the waning gibbous and vice versa. In astrology, the waning gibbous is also referred to as the disseminating moon. It is considered a time to reflect upon any changes made during the full moon phase. The third quarter moon should be placed 90 degrees counterclockwise from the full moon. The third quarter moon appears as the inverse of the first quarter moon. This phase marks the point at which the moon has traveled through ¾ of its orbit. The third quarter moon, or last quarter moon, is considered a time for revising and cleansing by astrologists. It is thought to be the time to bring closure to projects started during the new moon phase. The waning crescent is the last moon phase in the cycle. It should be placed on the chart 135 degrees counterclockwise from the full moon (45 degrees counterclockwise from the waning gibbous). This will complete a circle around the earth with eight different points representing the eight moon phases. In astrology, the waning crescent is also known as the balsamic moon. This is considered a time to let go and release any things that do not pertain to the next moon cycle. Explain each moon phase in a caption. This way, anyone reading the chart can immediately work out which phase of the moon they are looking at and why it is named that. For example: New moon: This is the beginning of the moon phases when the moon is hidden from sight. Waxing crescent: This is the sliver of a crescent when the moon begins to be visible. First quarter: Appears as a half circle in the sky. Waxing gibbous: More than half of a circle is illuminated as the moon moves toward a full moon. Full moon: The entire moon appears lit up by the sun, so you can see a whole circle. Waxing gibbous: The illumination of the moon starts to shrink again. Last quarter: Appears as a half circle in the sky. Waning crescent: The last phase of the moon as it becomes less and less visible. | Start with a full moon. Attach the waning gibbous. Place the third quarter moon. Pin the waning crescent. Provide explanations below the chart. |
Making a study schedule will give you a clear plan of how to manage your time. You don't have to feel overwhelmed and rushed during finals week. Covering a little bit of material over a few days or weeks is a lot easier than cramming a lot of material into your brain in one night. Make your plan and stick with it to be successful. The internet can be a huge unnecessary distraction when you are trying to study. You might want to temporarily suspend your accounts for a designated amount of time. It will take away the temptation to check and end up wasting time that could be used for studying. Let your friends and family know you will be taking an internet break to study for finals. They will understand. Most research indicates that you need at least 5 hours of sleep to maintain the information that you have studied, so skipping sleep to study more isn't likely to be helpful. Sleep actually helps you synthesize information and improves retention. Close the books and get a full night's sleep. You'll be more alert and better able to study and take your finals. Skipping meals and exercise to study will just make you grumpy. Add meals and exercise to your study schedule so you know you have time for them. Taking the time to prepare and eat a decent meal will give your brain the energy it needs to fuel your study sessions. Exercise can also help decrease your stress levels. Use meal and exercise time as a time to socialize as well. You don't have to do away with social time altogether, just pair it with other activities until your finals are over. | Make a study schedule. Stay off social media and online gaming. Get enough sleep. Take care of your body. |
Skate parks are pretty all-inclusive, and most welcome scooter riders as well as skateboarders or BMX riders. There are also some parks made specifically for scooter riders. Look for a park near you, then pick out some ramps to practice getting some air. Once in the air, you can use “flair moves”, or tricks that you do in the air while before landing. Ride up the ramp or the bowl, making sure you've got enough speed built up. Once you hit the coping, or the metal railing around the lip of the ramp, jump. Jump as you normally would, putting both feet on the deck and jumping straight up. You'll be in the air, ready to try some tricks. Once you're in the air, twist the handlebar so that your left handle is on the right side and the right handle is on the left side. Keep holding onto the handlebars, and your arms will create an “X”. Make sure to turn the handlebars back before you land. While in the air, let go of one handlebar and use your free hand to grab the opposite handlebar. Begin to spin the handlebars all the way around. Use your other hand to reach around and grab the handlebar you first let go of. Return the handlebars all the way around to their starting position. The tail grab is a trick borrowed from skateboarders, and it looks just as cool on a scooter. Once you're in the air, bend slightly at the knees, then take one hand off the handlebars. Use that hand to grab the back of your deck. Hold on for as long as you can, then let go before landing. | Try riding some ramps. Use the ramp to get some air. Try “The X-Up”. Try the Barspin. Do a Tail Grab. |
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups (500 ml) of milk with the full amount of sugar and salt. Set the pan on the stove over medium-low heat. Nearly any variety of milk should work for this recipe, including whole, low-fat, and non-fat dairy milk. To make a vegan version, consider using soy milk or almond milk. As the milk mixture heats up, you should occasionally stir it together with a whisk. Keep an eye on this saucepan; the milk should eventually bubble, but it should not be brought to a full boil. Pour the remaining 1/2 cup (125 ml) of milk into a separate small bowl. Sprinkle the cornstarch over it, then whisk well to combine. Continue whisking the mixture until the cornstarch fully dissolves and leaves behind no lumps. If there are lumps in the cornstarch slurry, there will be lumps in your pudding. Gradually pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan of steaming milk, whisking well to fully incorporate it. Note that the sugar and salt should already be fully dissolved before you add the cornstarch slurry. If you can't tell whether or not the grains have dissolved, wait until milk in the saucepan begins to steam and bubble around the edges of the saucepan. Reduce the heat to low and cooking the pudding, stirring occasionally, for about 2 minutes or until it thickens. Cornstarch requires and adequate amount of heat before it releases its thickening qualities. You need to continue stirring the pudding as it cooks, however, to prevent the cornstarch from forming lumps. When ready, the pudding should be thick enough to coat the back of metal spoon without immediately running off. Remove the saucepan of pudding from the heat. Pour in the vanilla extract, then stir well to mix it in. If you suspect that any lumps may have formed while making the pudding, pour it through a strainer and into a medium or large bowl. This step won't always be necessary since it's quite possible to prepare vanilla pudding without cooking any lumps into it. If you feel confident about creating a smooth pudding, or if you don't mind a few lumps, you can pass this step and continue directly to the next. Pour the pudding into four individual serving dishes. Chill the dishes in a refrigerator for 1 or 2 hours, or until cool. Enjoy. If you prefer room temperature pudding, you can place the saucepan or full bowl of pudding into a larger bowl filled halfway with water and ice, working carefully to avoid introducing excess water into the pudding. Chill it for 30 minutes or so in this ice bath, then serve in individual dishes once the pudding becomes lukewarm. Skin may form over the surface of the pudding as it cools down. To prevent this, consider pressing a sheet of plastic wrap over the surface of the pudding before chilling it in the refrigerator or ice bath. | Heat the milk, sugar, and salt. Combine the cornstarch and remaining milk. Add the cornstarch mixture to the simmering milk. Continue cooking. Stir in the vanilla extract. Strain the pudding. Chill before serving. |
Part your hair down the middle from front to back until your hair is divided in half. Next, divide these halves by making a part from your ear moving backwards towards the middle part. To part your hair, you can draw the tip of a comb across your scalp. Alternately, put your fingertips on either end of where you want the part to be, and drag your fingers towards each other until they meet. To make the finished hairstyle look more natural, use a zig-zag shape when you part your hair. The different sections will blend together more easily. Once you've separated out each section, secure the hair with a clip to keep it in place. Undo the clip keeping the section in place and stretch it up vertically, perpendicular to the floor. You can also pull it out slightly at an angle away from your head. For shorter layers, hold your hair straight up over your head. If you prefer longer layers, hold your hair straight out, away from your head, parallel to the ground. If you use this method, the top layers will be longer and closer in length to the bottom layers. With your hand that is not holding the scissors, use your first 2 fingers to grab the section of hair at its base, closest to your scalp. Slide your fingers up the length of the hair until you reach the point where you want to make a cut. Look for damage at the ends of your hair. If you see frizz or breakage, try to remove all of it when you cut your layers. Angle your fingers so that you will cut the hair to be shorter in the front and longer in the back. This type of cut will help push your hair away from your face. Trim only a small amount of hair at first. You can always go back later and take more off, but it can be tough to fix a haircut if you cut too much off. However, keep in mind that you will need to trim about 1 in (2.5 cm) from the ends to notice layers forming. Use several small chops until you've trimmed all of the hair. Then, angle your scissors so they're nearly parallel to your hair, and cut a few times into your hair to thin the ends out slightly. Unclip one of the sections next to the first. Pull the hair straight up, or at the same outward angle that you used when you cut the first section. Use the first section as a guide to determine how much hair to trim—hold up both pieces of hair next to each other, and cut off the new section to be the same length as the first. When pulling sections upwards to trim them, try to use the same amount of tension so that one section doesn't end up shorter than another. Bring each section up and forward to the same imaginary point above your head before making the cut. Because the hair on the bottom of your head has further to travel when it is lifted up above your head, it will end up being longer than the hair on top of your head. Don't try to use this process for the bottom sections at the nape of your neck. If you leave these unlayered, they will provide a strong, heavy bottom layer. If you layer them, the ends of your hair might appear too thin. Once you are done cutting the basic layers, let your hair fall naturally around your head, like you would normally wear it. If there are pieces that look too long or that stick out too far away from the rest of your hair, give them a quick trim. The overall shape of your hair should be fairly even and symmetrical. If the curls on one side of your head are sticking out a lot farther than they are on the other side, resection the longer hair and trim each of these sections to be a little shorter. | Divide your hair into four sections. Pull the front middle section straight up over your head. Grasp the ends of the hair between your index and middle fingers. Cut the hair off above your fingers. Repeat the process on the next section. Continue lifting and cutting each section in the same way. Finish your cut by trimming any areas that stick out. |
You'll notice that when you use this method, some elements will be changed. This is because web designers can force the browser to print the web page a certain way. You'll only be creating a PDF of the web page you are currently visiting. If you want to make a PDF of a full web-page, or need to include all of the elements, see Method 4. This requires OS X 10.9 (Mavericks) or later. If you're using an earlier version, click File → "Save As" and then select PDF as the file type. Depending on the size of the page, it may take a few moments to create the file. | Open the page that you want to turn into a PDF. Click the File menu and select "Export to PDF". Give the file a name and choose where you want to save it. |
If you are old enough to receive an allowance, than you probably have some role in helping out around the house. Whether you have a set list of chores to do, or you are just expected to pitch in when asked, make sure that you are completing all of your tasks. When you are getting ready to ask for an allowance, you want to show your parents that you know how to act responsibly. Go the extra mile. For example, if your job is to put away your clean laundry, offer to put away your little brother's clothes, too. Your parents will definitely notice and appreciate the extra effort. Every kid has certain rules that they are expected to follow. If you willingly follow your parents rules, this shows them that you are responsible and trustworthy. Make sure to consistently meet your parents' expectations. If they trust you to follow their rules, they will be more likely to trust you with money. Make sure that you not only follow the rules, but that you do it without complaint. For example, if you are told to complete your homework before hanging out with your friends, do it without grumbling. Finding a way to volunteer is a great way to show your parents that you are giving back. This will demonstrate to them that you deserve an allowance. There are lots of volunteer opportunities for kids, no matter what your age. You could help out at a food bank, or pet the animals at your local shelter. If you choose an activity that matters to you, you'll even start to have fun. You can also volunteer within your own family. For example, offer to spend some extra time with your grandmother. Help her out around the house. This will show your parents that you are a caring person. Being mature means that you are acting in a reasonable, responsible way. If you show your parents that you are growing up, they will be more likely to see you as someone who deserves an allowance. There are many ways that you can demonstrate maturity. Be honest. Always tell your parents the truth. This will show them that they can trust you. Stay calm. Avoid throwing fits or whining if you don't get your way. Instead, remain calm and talk to your parents about your frustrations. | Do your chores. Obey the rules of the house. Volunteer. Show maturity. |
As the day of your flight draws near, it may be helpful to conduct a “walk-through” of the process to come — the sights, the sounds, the experience of getting onto a plane and flying. For younger children who have not flown before in particular, the uncertainty about what to expect can often be a major source of flight anxiety. Try to describe as many details as possible about lining up, showing your boarding pass, finding your seat on the plane, etc. Talk about the sound of the idling plane, the feel of picking up speed on the runway, and that moment when the wheels cease contact with the ground. Be thorough and imaginative, and break up the process into simple, manageable pieces. If you are anxious about flying, or are anxious about how your child is going to react to flying, he or she will pick up on your discomfort. Don't just try to “put on a brave face” for your child, though — addressing your own anxiety ahead of time will make you more capable of handling your kid's stress about flying. Ideally, your method for dealing with your own anxiety will leave you lucid, alert, calm, and ready to be present and helpful for your child. Medication, therefore, may not be your best first option. See How to Overcome a Fear of Flying as a good starting point for reducing your own anxiety so that you can help reduce your child's. Anxiety-reduction and stress relief strategies that work for you can also work for your child. Exercise is often an effective method, so a brisk walk around the airport may help. Children can also quickly pick up on deep breathing exercises (slowly and deeply inhaling, holding for a moment, and releasing slowly). Meditation or mindfulness exercises may take a bit more work with some kids, but can also be quite effective. And, a good night's sleep the night before and a healthy meal the day of the flight always helps. Whether it is flying or some other anxiety-producing activity, familiar comforts can ease the fears caused by unfamiliar circumstances, and plain old distractions can help pass the time and keep a child's mind occupied. Now is not the time to take a hard-line approach to your child's figurative (or literal) security blanket — if it helps and is a reasonable item for a plane ride, allow it. Movies, music, books, games, puzzles, and any number of other distractions can help reduce anxiety before and during the flight. Playing “I spy” or some other similar game with your child during the flight may provide distraction and comfort to both of you. And, for that matter, a nice long nap (ideally of the non-medicated variety) is a good in-flight “distraction” as well. Flight crews are trained to deal with anxious passengers, including children, and do deal with them on a regular basis. One or more members of your plane's crew will likely be happy to provide a little extra attention and information to your anxious child. After all, they probably know all too well that it is better to calm fears right from the start instead of letting them erupt into a tantrum or panic attack. You don't need to use a “sorry, but you’re going to have your hands full with my kid on this flight” type of approach. Instead, tell an attendant at the start of the flight something along the lines of “this is my child's first flight, and she is very curious and a bit nervous.” | Visualize the details of the flight. Manage your own anxiety. Bring distractions and comfort items. Inform the flight crew about your child's flight anxiety. |
If you still have the storage container your perfume came in, keep the perfume in this bottle. Do not transfer it to another container, as this will expose it to air. This can cause it to lose some of its smell. To best store, you should place bottles in boxes before placing them in storage. Boxes will further protect perfume from things like heat and sunlight. Before placing your perfume in a closet or on a shelf, put all the bottles in a box. Make sure the caps on all the bottles are firmly sealed. You do not want perfume leaking in a box. Decorative boxes can be a fun way to store perfume. If you want to travel with your perfume, travel containers can help keep it safe. Opt for travel friendly bottles of your favorite perfumes before a trip, especially if you have to fly. If you can't find travel sized bottles, buy an empty bottle and transfer the perfume here. Travel containers are a good idea because there's always a risk of losing your perfume while traveling. You do not want to use an entire bottle of good perfume. While it's generally best not to transfer perfume to another bottle, it's acceptable if you have to travel. | Keep your perfume in its original bottle. Store perfume in boxes. Invest in travel containers. |
Rhubarb is a cool-season plant that requires temperatures that drop below 40 °F (4 °C) in order to stimulate growth. The northern states in the US as well as Canada are good places to grow rhubarb. Check your growing zone to find out if you can grow rhubarb in the climate where you live. Rhubarb grows best in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This includes much of the northern parts of the Midwest as well as the northeastern regions of the US. Rhubarb wilts during the heat of hot southern summers. If you live in a southern region where it regularly goes above 75 °F (24 °C), it will probably be difficult to grow this plant. Rhubarb is best grown from roots (crowns), not seed, since the seeds take a long time to get established and there's no guarantee they'll ever germinate. Go to your local nursery and buy rhubarb roots or purchase some from an online source. If you have a friend with a rhubarb plant, you may be able to dig up a crown from the side of their plant to get yours started. Rhubarb should be planted in an area in full sun. Look for a spot that drains well, since rhubarb won't do as well if water sits around its base. To determine whether soil drains well, dig a hole and fill it with water. If the water sits in the hole, the soil there doesn't drain well. If it immediately soaks into the ground, the soil is great for planting rhubarb. You may want to stick a ruler in the hole so that you can measure how quickly it drains. Ideally the water should drain out at a rate of 1-3 inches per hour. If it drains too fast, your plant will dry out; too slow and the roots may rot. Clear out weeds and other plants that may interfere with the rhubarb plants. Till your gardening bed to a depth of several feet and mix in plenty of compost, rotted manure or other organic matter to enrich the soil. This step is essential, since rhubarb needs plenty of nutrients to grow well. You can also consider building a raised bed to plant your rhubarb and other vegetables. This way you can control the soil drainage and weed population more easily. Don't treat the area with herbicides or pesticides; rhubarb should only be planted in clean soil. Don't use chemical fertilizer to treat the soil during the first year of growth; only organic material should be used until the second or third year. Rhubarb plants can grow to become quite large, so it's important to give them plenty of space. Dig the holes in rows. Place the roots in the holes and gently fill them in with compost-rich soil. Water the roots after planting. | Determine whether you're in the right growing zone. Get rhubarb crowns to plant in the spring. Choose a planting site. Prepare the soil for planting. Dig 4–5 inch (10.2–12.7 cm) holes 3–4 feet (0.9–1.2 m) apart. Plant the roots 2 inches (5.1 cm) below the surface of the ground. |
You should use white vinegar and distilled or filtered water, if it is available to you. Turn the iron on steam and iron a thick piece of cotton cloth for five minutes. Dump the vinegar solution from the reservoir and clean off the soleplate with a clean towel. Be sure to check your owner's manual to be sure that your iron can tolerate vinegar in the reservoir. If there is something sticky on the bottom of your iron, turn the heat on the iron all the way up and turn the steam off. Run the hot iron over a piece of newspaper until it is clean. If it is still sticky after this, you can sprinkle a bit of salt on the newspaper and repeat the process. This should take care of any sticky substances. | Fill the iron's reservoir. Clean a sticky iron with newspaper. |
If you are in a dispute with your HOA can be because the HOA is taking action against you or because you are taking action against the HOA. If the HOA is taking action against you, it is typically in order to collect past dues and fines. If you are taking action against your HOA it is usually in order to ask a court to require the HOA to perform the responsibilities it is obliged to perform under the rules. For example, to approve your reasonable request for improvements to your home. If your board does not provide you with a specific section of the rules that you are breaking, you will need to find it. Sometimes, the rules do not say what the HOA's Board members think they say. Look for general or ambiguous language. (Or, for that matter, completely absent or omitted language.) In some cases, different sections in the HOA documents internally conflict, i.e. say opposite things regarding the same issue. In general, keep copies of emails, letters, bills, and warnings from the HOA. If you have a conversation with anyone acting as a representative of the HOA, be sure to write down your understanding of the conversation in the form of a confirmation letter, and mail a copy of that letter to the HOA. This gives the HOA an opportunity to correct anything you might have misheard. If the HOA does not correct your understanding, as set forth in your letter, the statements in your letter could serve as strong evidence of what was actually said. If the HOA has routinely violated or ignored the rules in the past, while presently seeking to enforce a rule against you arbitrarily, you will be able to document that the HOA is not treating you fairly and reasonably. This is showing how the HOA has dealt with your similar issue in the past. As a member, if you were granted an exception to the HOA Rules, be sure to document that exception in writing, specifying precisely what was granted, who granted it, when, and for what time period. Some such exceptions might need to be recorded with your county recorder's office in the same way as your property deed. To avoid keeping heaps of paper, simply scan these documents and keep electronic copies, ensuring that you have adequate file backups in case of a computer malfunction, burglary, or catastrophic loss. This includes incorporating your state's current HOA governing statutes. If not, your HOA Rules may be found to be unenforceable by the court. For instance, a number of states have enacted laws governing flags and solar panels placed upon structures and the Federal Communications Commission governs the placement of antennas and satellite dishes. | Determine the nature of your action or conflict. Review the HOA rules. Document your actions. Make sure your HOA has updated and amended their rules recently. |
An emulator is software or hardware that enables a host computer to mimic the operation of a "guest" computer system. In this case, game emulators allow PCs, notebooks or mobile devices to operate games that were designed for other systems (such as consoles). Performing a search for "game emulator" should take you in the right direction, but you can also visit a comprehensive site like [1]. While emulators themselves are legal, you should consult this article's warning section regarding the legality of downloading games themselves (for use with an emulator or otherwise). This decision will likely come down to which system you're looking to emulate. Make sure to read, review and compare emulators before making a final decision. Better yet, download several emulators for the same console. Some emulators may be better at mimicking certain mappers, graphic engines and sounds than others. While an emulator usually emulates one system, some multi-system emulators also exist. By example, some of the more popular console emulators include Zsnes, Nesticle, Visual Boy Advance, MAME, Gameboid, SNESoid, N64oid and many more. Be sure to check the emulator's compatibility with your operating system. If you're planning to play games on a mobile device, you should consider its processing power (or lack thereof) and select an emulator accordingly. Initially, this is generally as simple as locating and clicking the "download" or "start download" but that appears once you've selected and clicked on your emulator of choice. The file should appear in your Downloads folder. Note that you may have to unzip the file manually if it doesn't happen automatically. You may also find an .exe file that extracts and installs itself once it's been double-clicked. Perform a search for "ROM games for emulator." ROM game files are generally based on read-only memory chips from video game cartridges, firmware or an arcade game's main board. Several sites will appear with snippets indicating that ROMs are available for download. Pick one, perhaps after conducting some additional research into the best sites for ROMs. The ROM games may be organized by their original gaming system, making it easier to find one for the emulator you selected. This process is much like downloading the abandonware games and pretty straightforward. To open the emulator, expand its menu, click File and then click Open. Once the emulator has started, select the game from the file folder in which it's been stored. Double-click the game, and it should begin loading within the emulator. | Find emulators online. Choose an emulator. Download and install the emulator. Find games for your emulator. Download the game(s) of your choice. Open the emulator and play your selected game. |
Sometimes, trying to suppress your worries seems to just make them worse. So, don't try to ignore your worries. When they pop into your head, accept them, but then try to move on. It is hard to avoid thinking about something you are actively trying not to think about. Writing your worries down or setting a designated "worry time" can be very helpful in letting them pass. When you do think about your worries, a good way to process them is to categorize them. Specifically, for each try to determine the following: Is this problem one you can solve, or not? If a worry is about a problem you have the power to fix, the best remedy may be to start fixing it. Once you have a plan to fix the problem, you will be less worried. If you cannot solve the problem, accept it, work through it and move on. Is this worry about something that is likely, or unlikely, to happen? A worry about something that is likely to happen may indeed be troubling. On the other hand, if you decide it is not likely to occur, this can be a first step in letting that worry go. Is this worry about something about something really bad, or not? Think about what it is that you are worried might happen. If it did occur, how bad would it really be? Most things we worry about aren't actually that terrible. If you decide it wouldn't be a catastrophe, this can help you let go. That's doubly true if it also isn't that likely to happen! Throughout this process, try to think rationally. Ask yourself what evidence you have that your worry is a realistic one. Think about what you might tell a friend who had the same worry. Try to imagine the most likely outcome, rather than the worst-case scenario. If there is a specific worry that bothers you often, you can try to make it boring, so your brain will return to it less often. Do this by repeating it in your head again and again for several minutes. For example, if you worry that you might get in a car accident, repeat in your head the words "I might get in a car accident, I might get in a car accident." In the short term, this may increase you anxiety. But, after a little while, the words will lose their power and become boring to you. Chances are, they'll stop popping up in your mind so often after that. An important change in your thinking is accepting that life is unpredictable and imperfect. This is key to stopping worries in the long term. A good place to start this change is with a writing exercise. Jot down your answers to these questions: Is it possible to be certain about everything that might happen? In what way is needing certainty helpful to you? Do you tend to predict bad things will happen just because you are uncertain? Is that reasonable? Can you live with the possibility that a bad thing might happen, if that outcome is not likely? When worries come to mind, try to remind yourself of your answers to these questions. Emotions can be contagious. If you spend a lot of time with other worriers, or people who make you anxious, you may want to reconsider how much time you are spending with those people. Spend some time thinking about the people you spend time with, and how they affect you. It may even be helpful to keep a "worry diary" that tracks when you worry most. If you find that it's right after seeing a certain person, you may decided you need to spend less time with him or her. Or, you might decide there are certain topics you don't wish to discuss with this person any more. Changing your social circle can change the way you think. Most worries rise from fears about the future, rather than our immediate surroundings. Focusing on you surroundings and the moment you are experiencing can be a good way to shut down worries. Some people recommend a "stop, look, listen" technique. In this approach, when you are worrying, stop and recognize the worry. Take a deep breath. Then, look at your surroundings. Spend five minutes focusing on the details of the world around you. As you do so, speak calmly and reassure yourself that things will work out. | Recognize your worries and move on. Categorize and challenge your worries. Make your worries boring. Accept uncertainty and imperfection. Think about social influences. Live in the moment. |
To ready the bok choy for cleaning, you must to break it down into individual pieces. Use a sharp knife to cut off the approximately 2- to 3-inches (5- to 7.5-cm) at the base of the vegetable. Because the bok choy's base is tough and has dirt trapped inside, you should discard it. Once you’ve removed the bottom of the base, you need to separate the stalks. Use clean hands to gently pull off each stalk at the base of bok choy and place them in a bowl. When you cook the bok choy or mix it into a dish, you may need to cut the leaves and stalks into separate pieces. Do that after you’ve cleaned it. After you’ve separated the bok choy stalks, add enough water to the bowl to cover it. Make sure to use cold water to avoid wilting the leaves. If you’re cleaning a large number of bok choy, you may want to place the stalks in a clean sink and cover them with water so they aren't all overlapping too much. Once you’ve covered the bok choy with water, use your hands to gently swish the stalks around to loosen any dirt. Next, let the bok choy sit in the water for about 10 minutes so all of the dirt and sediment has time to settle at the bottom. After the bok choy stalks have sat in the water for several minutes, use your hands to lift them out. Transfer them to a strainer or colander and shake well to remove an excess moisture. Don't pour the boy choy into the strainer. That will mix the dirt and sediment back in with them. If you have a salad spinner, you can use it to get rid of the excess moisture from the bok choy. Check the water after you’ve removed the bok choy. If it is extremely dirty or cloudy, dump it out and repeat the process of soaking the boy choy until the water is mostly clear when you remove it. Even after you’ve strained the bok choy, it may still be slightly damp. Use paper towel to gently pat them dry before cooking or mixing the bok choy into a dish. You can use a clean kitchen towel to pat the bok choy dry. | Chop off the base of the bok choy. Separate the stalks. Cover the bok choy with water. Swish the water around and let the bok choy sit for several minutes. Lift the bok choy out of the water and place in a strainer. Dry the bok choy with towel paper. |
The pH of the water is essentially a measure of the level of acidity in the water. Total alkalinity is a measure of the water's ability to buffer and resist changes to the pH. More precisely, pH is a measure of the concentration of hydrogen ions in the water. Fewer hydrogen ions will cause the pH to spike. Total alkalinity's ability to measure the water's resistance is more accurately described as a measurement of "buffering capacity." When the alkalinity of the water becomes high or low, the pH will follow shortly after. Since the two are so closely connected, you will often need to correct both at the same time. You can usually tell when the pH and alkalinity of your hot tub are high based on the way it runs. When the alkalinity and pH get too high, chlorine-based disinfectants are less effective. As a result, the water quality deteriorates, causing build-up and other problems in the hot tub. Signs of high alkalinity include the formation of scales along the sides and bottom of the tub, cloudy water, skin irritation, eye irritation, and poor sanitary conditions. Similarly, signs of high pH also include poor sanitary conditions, cloudy water, the formation of scales, skin irritation, and eye irritation. The lifespan of the hot tub's filter will also decrease. Note that if you see corrosion, etched plaster, or stained plaster, the pH and alkalinity are probably too low. Rapid changes in he pH are often symptomatic of low alkalinity, as well. Even if you suspect that the alkalinity of your hot tub water is high, you should confirm your suspicions by testing the water with an alkalinity testing strip or kit. An ideal range for alkalinity is between 80 and 120 ppm. Total alkalinity should be tested before the pH. Similarly, even if you suspect that the pH of the water is high, you should take a precise measurement of the actual pH by testing the water with a pH testing kit or testing strips. The ideal pH range for hot tub water is between 7.4 and 7.6, but the acceptable range is between 7.2 and 7.8. If the water pH is higher than this ideal range, the water is too basic or alkaline. | Understand the relationship between pH and total alkalinity. Know the signs of high alkalinity and high pH. Test the total alkalinity of the hot tub. Test the pH of the hot tub. |
Some Ludo boards have additional markings on certain spaces, such as a circle or a crown, and these spaces are called patches. You’ll want to avoid these spaces since landing on one of them will send your pawn back to the pocket. This means you will have to roll a 6 to get that pawn back onto the board again. Note that you cannot jump over your pawns in Ludo once they are in the home stretch. If you have an empty space in your homerun, you’re required to move the closest pawn into that space. Move the pawn according to the number you roll on the die. For example, if you have 1 space to move and you roll a 3 or a 2, you cannot move that pawn 1 space. You need to roll a 1 to be able to move the pawn. Getting 1 of your pawns onto the home base space will not win you the game. Continue rolling on your turn and moving your pawns onto the home base 1 at a time. The first player to get all of their pawns onto the home base has won the game. If 1 or more of your pawns was captured, you need to roll a 6 to get it onto the board again. If you don't roll a 6, then try again on your next turn. All 4 of your pawns must travel around the board and move into the home base space to win the game, so you cannot win until all of them have made a lap around the board and go into the home space. | Avoid spaces with special markings on them. Roll the exact number needed to get each pawn onto the home base. Reach the home space with all 4 of your pawns first to win the game. |
If you choose to offer this type of loan, the borrower will pay off the loan in equal payments over a specified period of time. With this type of loan, you will include a payment provision in your promissory note that looks like this: "In return for a loan Borrower has received from Lender, Borrower promises to pay to Lender the amount of $[total loan amount - principal]. Borrower will make equal installments of $[monthly payment amount] per month until the principal is paid in full. Payments will be due on the [date of monthly payments] day of each month, beginning on [date first monthly payment due]." This type of payment plan is good for loaning small amounts of money to people you are close with. If you are making a loan of more than $10,000 with no interest, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) may require you to pay taxes in an amount that reflects interest, even if you received none. With this type of loan, the borrower pays off the loan in equal payments over a specified period of time, with part of the payment going towards interest and part of the payment going towards principal. If you choose this type of loan, consider a payment provision that looks like this: "In return for a loan Borrower has received from Lender, Borrower promises to pay to Lender the amount of $[loan amount - principal], plus interest on unpaid principal at the rate of [interest rate]% per year from the date this note is signed until it is paid in full. Borrower will pay back the loan in monthly amortized installments, which include principal and interest, of not less than $[minimum payment] until the principal and interest are paid in full." This type of payment option is great for loaning larger sums of money. If you are loaning more than $10,000 to someone, include interest so you avoid the potential adverse tax consequences that may otherwise arise. Here, the borrower will pay you the money borrowed, plus interest, in one single payment. If you are creating a lump-sum payment provision with interest, use this language: "In return for a loan Borrower has received from Lender, Borrower promises to pay to Lender the amount of $[loan amount - principal], plus interest on unpaid principal at the rate of [interest rate]% per year from the date this note is signed until it is paid in full. Borrower will repay the entire amount owed by [due date]." If you are creating a lump-sum payment provision without interest, use this language: "In return for a loan Borrower has received from Lender, Borrower promises to pay to Lender the amount of $[loan amount] by [date payment is due]." A lump sum payment provision can be used when you want to reduce the potential interest charges incurred by the other party. This is the case because, with a lump sum payment, the party paying back your loan can pay off the loan quicker, therefore avoiding interest payments over an extended period of time. With interest only payments, the borrower will make payments of interest only, and will then pay off the principal in one lump sum. If you use this type of loan, use the following provision: "In return for a loan Borrower has received from Lender, Borrower promises to pay to Lender the amount of $[loan amount - principal], plus interest on unpaid principal at the rate of [interest rate]% per year from the date this note is signed until it is paid in full. Borrower will pay interest of $[amount of interest] on the [date of payments], beginning [date first payment due]. Borrower will pay the principal in full on or before [date by which loan must be repaid], together with any accrued interest." Interest only loan payments are great for those that want low payments during the early life of the loan. This is the case because when you are only making interest payments, they will be lower than a payment that included both interest and principal. However, you may not want to use this type of payment plan if the other party is concerned about the large principal payment that will be due later in the life of the loan. | Contemplate an installment loan without interest. Think about an installment loan with interest. Consider a lump-sum payment. Think about interest only payments. |
ACV is an astringent, meaning it constricts body tissues. It serves as a great base for mixing kitchen ingredients that can battle the bugs. Add 32oz of apple cider vinegar to 2 Tbsp each of the following herbs sage, rosemary, lavender, thyme and mint. Shake it each day for two weeks, then strain the herbs and dilute the oil mixture with water. Use sparingly, this is supposed to be a strong one! If the vinegar base is too dense, or has too strong a smell for you, distilled water works well. Boil water with 3-4 Tbsps of any of the following dried herbs: peppermint, spearmint, citronella, lemongrass, or catnip. Use whichever combo you prefer. Once it's mixed, let it cool down before straining. Add in a bit of rubbing alcohol and you have a great mix. The spice comes from the turmeric plant, commonly found in curry. Sometimes it's used in powders, mustards, and butters for its strong flavor and taste. In lab studies, adding just 5% vanillin to various ingredients, including turmeric, increased ability to repel mosquitoes for up to 8 hours. Try combining the two ingredients, 95% turmeric and 5% vanillin, to replicate the mixture. Or experiment with varying combinations until you gain the greatest effectiveness. Turmeric has been used as an insect repellent in Indian families for generations. Make the repellent by grinding turmeric together with navadhanya grains and water. Once that paste is combined, add some slaked lime, which is essentially limewater, until the color turns red. Use pure turmeric sprinkled where you want to deter pests. The high curcumin content in turmeric hinders the insects' access to oxygen, and the antimicrobial aspects create an unendurable environment for bedbugs. Mix turmeric powder and neem leaf powder together. Mix with water to form a paste. Smear over uncovered flesh. The neem leaf has shown the ability to not only repel insects near the tree, but also disrupt insect breeding nearby. This natural insect repellent combo will keep insects at bay for an hour or more. Reapply as needed. Simply combine 5 drops of dish washing liquid and 5 drops of essential oils – particularly citrus-based oils – to keep the eight-legged pests away. | Use apple cider vinegar (ACV) as a base for herbs. Mix herbs with distilled water. Combine turmeric with various ingredients to make an effective repellent. Use dish washing liquid to make homemade spider repellents. |
For a cold-shoulder shirt, position the shirt on a flat surface with the front facing toward you. Use your hands to flatten the fabric around the collar and on the sleeves, which is where you'll be making most of the cuts for the shirt. You can use a long-sleeve or short-sleeve shirt for this. It's best to use a shirt that has shoulder seams, since they'll help guide your cutting. Pull on each side of the triangle-shaped hole to make the fabric looser and to roll the edges, hiding any jagged points from the scissors. Do this for both sides of the shirt to make sure the holes are roughly the same size. If you want to make the fabric softer and widen the holes, wash and dry the shirt to roll the edges of the hole even further. | Lay the shirt flat on its back and smooth the fabric. Tug on the sides of the shoulder holes to stretch them slightly. |
Team Magma has sent a letter to the Space Center informing them that they will be stealing their rocket fuel. By the time you earn the Mind Badge at Mossdeep Gym, Team Magma will attack the center—it's your job to stop them. On the second floor of the Space Center, you get to meet Steven Stone and will pair up to double battle against Maxie and Tabitha. Maxie and Tabitha will be using Mightyena, Crobat, and Camerupt. | Head for Mossdeep Space Center. Defeat all the Team Magma Grunts on the first floor. Pair up with Steven Stone. |
When installing floating engineered hardwood on a concrete floor, it's best to do so on top of an underlayment. This will prevent the flooring from moving and also eliminate a crunching sound as you walk on the floor.Underlayment is a hard, thin, hard layer of foam, wood, or cement board. You can even use plywood, which can be nailed into place along the edges. Most manufacturers require a certain amount of space between the edge of the flooring and the wall. This space varies by manufacturer, but is usually around 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm). Your hardwood might come with spacers, or you can purchase your own from most home improvement stores. Each board will have a groove on one edge and a tongue on the other. When placed together, this allows the hardwood to snap together with no space between boards. Apply wood groove adhesive to the groove in each piece of wood. Lay it on the floor and then insert the tongue of the next board. As you lay down each board and insert the tongue of one board into the groove of the next, set a tapping block on the end. Use a hammer or mallet to gently tap the tapping block to ensure each board is snug against the previous one. Once you tap the flooring together to ensure a snug fit, some glue might squeeze up between the boards. Immediately wipe this excess glue away with a damp rag. Otherwise it will be almost impossible to get off. Every 2–3 inches (5.1–7.6 cm) on each row, connect one row to the row after it with painters’ tape. This keeps the rows secure and prevents them from moving. You won't have room to get a tapping block and hammer between the last row of flooring at the wall. Instead, place the tapping block against the last row of flooring and then use a flat bar to pull it snug. Apply glue to the edge of the trim that will butt up against the last row of flooring. Carefully lay the trim on the subfloor, then press it against the edge of the last row of flooring. | Install underlayment if you don’t already have it. Set up spacers along the walls. Apply glue to the groove of the board. Use a tapper block and hammer to ensure a snug fit. Wipe up any excess glue as you go. Use painters tape to secure each row. Use a flat bar to pull the last row of flooring against the one before it. Install the trim. |
Sometimes also called “the classic,” this look has the pocket watch carried in vest pocket. The watch chain is usually passed through a buttonhole and then draped in the opposite pocket or clipped to that pocket. If you are right-handed, the watch should go in your left vest pocket, and vice versa. This allows you to draw the watch while leaving your dominant hand free. Some wearers of the classic loop the chain around a button after passing it through a buttonhole. This version is ideal for displaying decorative chain fobs. Your watch might also work well in the pocket of a pair of shorts. The chain can clip to the top of the pocket, the waistline, or a belt loop. This look works best with watches that have a larger face. Watches with a smaller face or ornate designs on the face can be difficult to read. Unless the chain is long, you'll need to unhooking it for a closer look. Pocket watches were never just the domain of the rich. Although that is how we perceive them today, there was a time when anyone whose job required them to know the time carried a pocket watch. Try an unusual retro look with overalls. Your pocket watch will go in the front bib pocket. Chains with fobs can be wrapped around an overall button; clips can attach to a hemline. This look works best with a rugged, heavy chain. A heavy chain will also be able to stand up to the abuse of heavy work best. Complete your ensemble with a loose-fit collared work shirt, a newsboy cap, and chunky construction boots. Because a pocket watch is such a bold statement, it can be a useful accessory for themed outfits. Watches can be stowed in the pockets of costumes, cosplay outfits, or to show your membership in a subculture. The kind of outfit will determine where you attach the hook or fob of the watch. Hemlines are sturdy, which works great for hooks. Fobs can pass through buttonholes and around buttons. An unusual fob or chain can really spice up your everyday watch and chain, which will make it seem like a natural part of the costume. Since pocket watches are associated with wealth and conservatism, try wearing one in the jeans vest of a punk outfit to make a statement. When pocket watches started becoming more affordable in the mid 1800s, women wore smaller watches as necklaces. Replace your chain with some ribbon and tie a simple knot to make a pocket watch necklace. Slide chains were also popular for turning pocket watches into necklaces. Being more ornate, slide chains are ideal for formal events. Unless the ribbon or chain is especially long, it'll be difficult to read your pocket watch while wearing it as a necklace, but at least you'll have a unique necklace. | Wear your watch traditionally. Keep your watch in a pants pocket for a casual look. Carry watches in a work clothes pocket. Use your pocket watch to add theatrical flair to outfits. Wear watches like a necklace for feminine appeal. |
Do you think your dates should be as "hot" as the celebrities on magazine covers? If so, you could have an unreasonably high standard of beauty. Remember that those celebrities have makeup artists and stylists who work long hours just to make them look beautiful. Even then, the pictures still need to be photoshopped to look perfect. If you’re holding people to an idealized standard of beauty, you’re being unfair to them. Think about how you’d feel if people compared you to your own standards for physical attractiveness. Are you focusing on every imperfection that a person has in order to rank their looks? If so, you could be training your brain to look for people's flaws rather than to appreciate the whole picture. Look for what you do like about a person's looks rather than what you don't like. If you’re overly critical about people's looks, you won't be able to be attracted to them. You may find that when you stop trying to pinpoint someone's flaws, they magically become more attractive. If you’re looking for someone to be with long-term, you might want to take their physical attractiveness out of the equation. People's looks change over time. If you decide who to date based on their appearance rather than their personality, you might find that you have nothing in common with them in the future. Some physical traits do show aspects of a person's character. If a person is very physically fit, it may show you that they are committed to taking care of their body and can someday commit to taking care of you. Try to look beyond their physical attractiveness to see what kind of person they are on the inside. A person's looks are no indication of how they will treat you or whether or not you’ll be compatible with them. If you’re too enamored with a person's physical attractiveness you may overlook flaws in their character. | Be realistic. Change your perspective. Remember that looks fade. Realize that beauty is only skin deep. |
Have no doubts about it, when a coworker joins the higher-ups in your workplace, nearly everything will change. Why? Sometimes, this change is a legal matter, as many work environments have strict no fraternization policies between management and non-management. In other regards, it's just good office politics. Promoting, assigning bonuses, and overseeing layoffs can be difficult when those people are your friends. Bosses have to maintain some objective distance for this reason. You have worked under your old boss for a time, and probably grew accustomed to this person's quirks. Now, you must overcome the initial awkward phase of establishing communication and understanding the style of your new boss. Minimize stepping on toes or undue tension by being very open to changes, constructive criticism, and be observant in the coming days and weeks. Ask your new boss if he approves of the way you're doing things or if modifications need to be made to any processes. Don't worry about looking like a suck-up right now. Once you get a good idea of what pleases your new boss, you can work without much micromanagement. Handling restructuring at work is always tough, even when you weren't previously chummy with the other person. Moving up from general staff to management means new practices to adjust to and new responsibilities for this person.Try to be understanding and empathetic. Empathy is the ability to understand another's thoughts, emotions, and experiences. It is a significant skill for effective workplace leadership Showing empathy could be exemplified by refraining from teasing your new boss about her changing role. You could also pull her aside and share how great you feel she is coping with the new changes. For example, you could say, "Hey, Linda, you are really handling this new transition well. I look forward to having you as my boss." He may continue to be friendly, but be cautious about how relaxed you are in front of him. Don't confront him if you see him taking a step back, and don't blame him if he cannot continue socializing with you and others outside of work. If your former colleague was also your good friend, your relationship is entering into uncharted territory. How you travel this new road will determine whether your friendship suffers, your job security becomes rocky, or both. If your workplace does not have a no-fraternization policy, you may be able to continue your friendship while limiting your discussions of work-related topics outside the office and minimizing the friendliness on the job. Approach your friend outside the office and congratulate her on the promotion. Say, "Hey, I'm really proud of you. I know the new dynamic is going to change how we interact with each other at work. But, we've been friends for years and I don't want our friendship to suffer. Let's talk about some guidelines for how we can interact with one another moving forward." | Anticipate a change. Manage initial awkwardness. Remember this transition is also difficult for your new boss. Allow your new boss to determine the new relationship. Sit down and talk with this person. |
Many charities will train their volunteers and will gladly accept anyone who is willing to help. However, you may want to consider if you have any specialized skills that you can offer in addition to basic volunteer activities. Think about what level of involvement you are comfortable with in order to help you find a volunteer position that's right for you. Some volunteer positions need people with specific skills. For example, you may volunteer as an administrator or mentor. You might have a skill with carpentry and may be able to help build housing for families in need. You might want to help hand out food to families who have hungry children. Once you've thought about how much time you can spare and what activities you might want to help with, you can start your search for open volunteer positions. Charity organizations will generally publicize their needs for volunteers, offering a wide variety of ways for you to engage in volunteer work. Take some time to search either locally or online for charities that have a need for volunteers. Searching online can be a quick way to locate volunteer positions. You can try searching for openings at https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/?v=false&l=United%20States&categories=22 Many communities have local charities that could always use volunteers. Children's hospitals often need volunteers. If you attend a church, they may have a need for volunteers to go on mission trips. The NICU is a group that is dedicated to helping infants who are placed in the neonatal intensive care unit. Parents can also receive assistance and support from the NICU during this difficult time. Consider working with a local branch of the NICU to help both parents and infants directly. Learn more about volunteering at http://www.nicuhelpinghands.org/ways-to-give/volunteer/ Reading to children can be a fun and simple way that you can volunteer. Reading to children has been shown to improve both literacy and reading comprehension skills. Try looking around your neighborhood for any charities or programs that need people to read to children. Libraries can be a good place to volunteer. Some organizations have additional focuses, like reading to children in pediatric care. There are many children's charities that aim to help children in a variety of ways. These charities will generally need volunteers to help manage, organize, or otherwise run an event. Consider volunteering to help a local children's charity event. You might help with a food drive. Bake-sales can usually use some extra help. You don't always need to wait for a charity to start up or invite you to volunteer. If there are no charities nearby, you may consider taking action yourself. You could organize a community event that is aimed at helping children in your neighborhood. Think about some of these ideas when considering how you might ask your community to help its children: Organize a food drive to help feed hungry children. Ask your community to donate old clothes to help families and their children in need. You could collect old toys from the community and deliver them to local children. You could collect books and deliver them to local children. | Think about what you can offer. Look for a volunteer opening. Consider volunteering at your local NICU. Volunteer to read for children. Volunteer to manage an event. Help in your own way. |
As you build each aspect of the game, play it to ensure that it remains fun and cohesive. If an area or idea feels weak or poorly implemented, refine it or cut it. Once all of your levels or puzzles or play areas are complete, play through it to make sure it is fun from beginning to end. Throughout the development process, you should be constantly checking to see that your game is attaining that philosophy. Make sure that you are sticking to your feature list, and that you aren't getting bogged down by more and more additions. Constantly go back over your art, sound, and game design to smooth rough edges and bring out your game's distinct style. Your ability to quickly polish will be heavily dependent on the art style you have chosen to use. | Play your game as much as possible. Stay focused on your core philosophy. Polish, polish, polish. |
Make plans to see your guy at least a few times a week. Go on dates, hang out at home, or video chat with each other. This will help you build a strong, healthy relationship. For example, you could make Saturday your official date night, and you might also hang out 2 week nights every week. For instance, plan game nights, go to the movies, or go bowling. Talk to your guy every day, whether it's in person, via text, or by phone. Additionally, listen to what he has to say. This will help you develop a strong bond and get to know each other better. Send morning and bedtime texts. Start a fun exchange like sending each other memes back-and-forth. Good relationships have emotional and physical intimacy. However, it's best to take things slow so your relationship is healthy. Start by telling him a minor secret that you don't share with many people. Then, slowly reveal more about yourself over time. Additionally, create physical intimacy by holding hands, hugging, and cuddling. When you feel ready, try kissing and more intimate forms of touching. Don't tell him anything you're not ready for him to know. It's okay to take your time. between you to strengthen your relationship. Trust is really important in a relationship, and it typically takes time to grow. To build trust, always be honest with your partner and follow through on your word. Additionally, give your guy the benefit of the doubt and believe what he tells you. Keep in mind that it might be hard to build trust after you get him to break up with his girlfriend. A healthy relationship allows both partners to have a life outside their relationship. That means both you and your guy should spend time with your friends, pursuing hobbies, and enjoying things separately. Make sure that you maintain your personal identity while you're with your guy. Similarly, encourage him to be independent, as well. While you likely want to spend as much time with your guy as possible, it's not healthy to spend all of your time together. Enjoy spending time apart and your time together will be even more fun. | Spend time together so your relationship will grow. Maintain open lines of communication with him. Create intimacy by opening up to him. Develop trust Maintain your mutual independence while you're in a relationship. |
Unlike Beckham, known for his long, elegant, arcing crosses with a metric-ton of English on them, Ronaldo's crosses are more like little behind-the-back passes in basketball. He takes the ball deep into enemy territory, then pops it into the air back across the field of play toward a team made for a header or a shot. Though he often plays on the left side of the field, Ronaldo also switches, depending on the play as it progresses, and will go to the center to take crosses as well. To pop a Ronaldo-style cross, make contact with your foot straight, and your plant foot well-behind the ball. Make your follow-through very short to pop the ball up as much as possible, giving your teammate an opportunity to get a head on it. One of the freakiest things about Ronaldo is that he seems to be just as good from both feet. His left-footed crosses and shots are just as wobbly and accurate as his right-footed crosses. Work on your non-dominant footwork by doing dribbling drills with both feet, and taking as many wrong-footed shots on goal as possible. Practice your fundamentals until you can get the right kind of power from both feet, even if it feels backwards. Ronaldo's footwork makes him able to get the crosses off in time, making his play unpredictable and thrilling to watch. If you want to be able to take the ball that deep into territory, you're going to have to be able to evade defensive players and juke them out of their shorts. Practice step-overs to imitate Ronaldo's great dribble. Also, try to practice his distinctive behind-the-leg direction switching pass that he does to himself. | Take the ball into the box. Pop the ball up to a teammate. Develop your cross from both feet. Control your dribble with step-overs. |
If you think you've found Mr. Perfect, check in with your feelings. How does it feel to talk to him? Exciting and tingling feelings are good, as they're signs of attraction. Equally important is that you leave the conversations feeling good about yourself—like you are a good person who deserves to be happy. Do you feel capable around him? Strong? These are excellent signs. If he makes you feel nervous and unworthy, these are bad signs. You might find there are things you really like about your partner that you hadn't put on your list. For instance, he might be really open with his emotions, or he might have a way of always being down for fun. It's great if you meet someone who becomes the "new perfect"—not the guy you wanted, but the guy you really need. "Perfect" doesn't mean flawless. It means perfect for you, for your own imperfect life. Find a boyfriend who shares your values, who has the qualities you most admire, who makes you feel good, who supports your goals, and who treats you well. That's perfect. | Notice how he makes you feel. Take note of his qualities that you hadn't expected. Settle for someone who makes you happy. |
Start with the middle of the long edge of the scarf across your forehead. The rest of the scarf should cover the back of your head. Let the 2 ends come around the front and dangle down. Pass one end over the other and wrap both around the back of your head, going opposite directions. Bring the ends back to the front to finish it. You can tie the ends in a loose knot in the front to help secure the scarf. It helps to fold a square scarf in thirds to create a longer, skinnier scarf. Place the long edge across your forehead but arrange the scarf asymmetrically, so that one end hangs only slightly below your chin and the other side is much longer. Pull the edge of the long end up next to the short edge under your chin. Then, pin the edges together with a safety pin, securing them tightly under your chin. Wrap the long edge around your head without twisting it. At this point, you can either continue wrapping the long end around your head and secure it at the back with a safety pin or tuck part of the edge into the circle around your face, just on the opposite side of your chin from the direction you're wrapping from. Place the middle of the long edge of the scarf across your forehead. Throw one end over your shoulder, going over the end that's hanging down in front. With the end that's still hanging down, wrap it around itself to tie a decorative knot, and you're done! The knot will also help weight that end of the scarf down, holding it in place. | Create a simple look by wrapping the scarf over your head and around your neck. Pin the scarf under your chin for a secure look. Wrap the scarf loosely and put it over your shoulder for a simple, breezy look. |
Place all of the spices in a small bowl and stir until combined. On a clean surface, sprinkle the spice mix evenly over the pork and massage into the meat with your fingers. Use a double layer of plastic wrap to firmly cover the meat. Leave it to sit in the refrigerator for as little as three hours, or as long as three days. The longer you leave the meat, the more flavor it will develop. Pour 1/4 cup of water over the meat, then add the liquid smoke, if using. Set the crockpot to a low heat and cook the pork for 8-10 hours, until the meat is tender enough to shred with a fork. Place the roast of pork on a cutting board. Then, using two forks, shred the meat, discarding any fat, bones or skin. Return the shredded meat to the crockpot and stir in a cup of barbecue sauce. Continue to cook on low for 30-60 minutes, until hot. Serve the pulled pork with hamburger buns or rolls, additional barbecue sauce and some homemade coleslaw. | Make the spice rub. Rub the mixed spices into the meat. Unwrap the pork and place it in the crockpot. Remove the pork and drain any liquid from the crockpot. Continue cooking. Serve. |
You certainly can and likely will have backaches later in pregnancy. However, if you are trying to differentiate between early pregnancy and PMS, backaches early on are more likely a symptom of PMS. Though both pregnancy and PMS can cause mood swings, PMS is more likely to be associated with depression. If you are feeling somewhat depressed, that could be a sign you've not implanted. Though you can feel bloated at the beginning of pregnancy, this symptom is more often associated with PMS. Your stomach may feel extra tight with this symptom. While this step may seem obvious, it's one of the most significant signs that you're not pregnant. Try to keep track of when you have your periods by marking them on a calendar, so you know when one should be coming up. That way, you'll know you may be pregnant if you've skipped one. The most effective method to know if you are pregnant or are simply experiencing PMS is to do a home pregnancy test. These kits are easily available at the pharmacy and come with easy-to-follow instructions. You can take a pregnancy test a couple of days before you normally have your period or when you are trying to decide whether you are having PMS or implantation symptoms. Some pregnancy tests claim they can be accurate that early. However, for a more definitive result, wait until a week after you would normally have your period. Most times a blood test will detect hormone only a couple of days prior to the early home pregnancy tests. Don't request a blood test just for curiosity, as your insurance is not going to cover that. | Check for backaches. Notice your emotional state. Watch for bloating. Look for your period. Consider taking a home pregnancy test to get a definitive answer. |
Most checks that were written by a legitimate business have one edge that is rough or perforated. Examine the sides of the check to see if all sides are smooth. If they are, it might have been printed on a computer. Look on the front of the check for the logo of the bank where the checking account is held. If you don't see a logo, the check is likely fake. If the logo is faded or faint, this is probably evidence of the logo being copied from another source. This signals a fake check as well. If the logo seems legitimate, look for an address. You need to check the validity of the bank address, which you can do by going online to the bank's website or calling the bank. Make sure each part of the address is correct. If the check has no address or just a PO Box, the check is likely a fake. Any legitimate check issued by a bank has a check number. The check number appears at the top right hand corner of the check. If the check does not have a check number, the check is fake. If it does have a check number, check the number against the number in the magnetic ink character recognition (MICR) line. The MICR line is the line of numbers at the bottom of a check printed by the issuing bank that gives all the relevant numbers for a check. From left to right, the long string of numbers contains the routing number, the account number, and the check number. The check number should match the numbers on the far right of the line. If it doesn't match, the check is likely a fake. If the check number is low, from 101-400 on a personal check or 1000-1500 in a business check, the check may be fake. This signals a new account, and 90 percent of fake checks are written from new accounts. The MICR line appears at the bottom of every check issued by a real bank. Rub your finger over the line to check the feel of the ink. Also look at the ink's quality. The special ink used for the MICR line is dull and should print smoothly. If it is raised or shiny, the check is fake. You also need to examine the routing number in the MICR line. This will be the first series of numbers in the MICR line. Go to the Federal Reserve Bank Services website and search the routing number of the institution issuing the check. If it exists, check the information of the bank against the name and address given to you by the Federal Reserve. If it doesn't match, you likely have a fake check. Real checks are typically printed on thick, sturdy stock paper. Rub your fingers along the check. Notice the thickness of the check. Bend the check back and forth, noticing the resistance the check gives. If the check is thin and flimsy, it is likely a fake check. Fake checks are also typically printed on shiny paper. If the check is not printed on matte paper, it might be fake. You can also try an ink test. Dampen your finger and run it across an inked area of the check. If the color smears, it was printed on a color printer and is fake. Most signed checks have a consistent signature. Look for gaps in the signature, a digital appearance or shaky and erratic pen strokes. These are signs that may indicate the signature was forged or scanned from another source and printed. This doesn't always mean it is a fake check, but you should look for other clues if the signature seems forced. There are some instances where a stamp is made up to sign checks, which can make it look printed or irregular. Be aware of this issue. A few irregular aspects of a check can show it as being fake: Look for an address of a payee. Notice if it is typed instead of printed on the check. Check for spelling or typing errors within any of the printed areas. Match the amount of the check with the spelled out amount. Pay attention to areas where things have been added or erased from the check. If you see anything out of the ordinary in these areas, you might have a fake check. | Look at the edges. Check the bank logo. Find the check number. Examine the MICR line. Feel the paper. Notice the signature. Check for irregularities. |
Scissors cut into slippery meats, including fish, and small spaces with less difficulty than knives. Stick the scissor tips into the belly of the fish near the tail. Cut along the belly to the head. Use the scissors to snip off the head along with the fins. You can then cleanly cut out the meat you want without dirtying a cutting board. For poultry, cut out the backbone or rib cage to open up the bird. Cut off the wings and thighs where they connect to the body. These joints are small, so it's easier to clip them with scissors instead of a knife. It's also easier to trim bacon into pieces with scissors. With kitchen scissors, there's little risk of slipping and cutting yourself. Leafy herbs such as basil and oregano are easily harvested by snipping the leaves off at the stems. To break down the leaves, place them in a bowl and cut away until they’re as small as you want them. You’ll get clean cuts without bruising the leaves. Solid herbs and spices like garlic and ginger are also very easy to cut into pieces with scissors. Leafy tops, such as on carrots and strawberries, can be clipped off without much of a struggle. Scissors also help in removing roots or woody stems on scallions and mushrooms. For broccoli, cut the florets off at the stem. The sharper blade can also be used to scrape off dark spots and other blemishes. Scissors are a handy tool in baking. After laying phyllo or puff pastry flat, trim it to size. The scissors make clean, even cuts. For pie dough, lay the dough in the pie tin and snip around the edges to remove the excess. Scissors are also a great way to form a lattice by cutting dough into a strip and laying it over the pie. Scissors also aid in precision cutting for pasta dough, such as when forming ravioli. This is particularly useful for canned tomatoes, which are very messy when taken out of the can. Leave them in there and snip at them with the scissors until they’re broken down into smaller pieces. Then you can pour them into a pan without losing any of the juice. This also works with other canned food, such as pineapple rings and peppers. Scissors are perfect for making any food bite-sized, but they work especially well for bread. Trim around the crust to remove it cleanly, leaving the rest of the bread whole. Leftover bread can be clipped evenly into cubes for stuffing, bread pudding, croutons, or other recipes. Scissors also allow you to cut pitas into evenly-sized wedges. Scissors can even cut pizzas and quesadillas after they’ve been cooked. These dried products are small and slippery, making them difficult to cut with a knife. Place them between the scissor blades and cut them in half. It's a no-hassle way to break down foods such as raisins or sun-dried tomatoes. Scissors and shears have grips between the handles, which are strong enough to crack open crab claws and lobster shells. The scissor blades are useful for cutting neatly through thinner shells, such as the ones on shrimp. With knives, this is difficult and you’d also need a shell cracker. For shrimp, push the scissor blades under the shell. Cut along the vein, then peel off the shell by hand. The vein will also pop right out. | Break down meat by cutting it apart. Shred fresh herbs and spices. Clip roots and stems off fruits and vegetables. Trim dough after rolling it out. Cut food inside a can to avoid making a mess. Trim bread into smaller pieces. Use scissors to cut dried fruits and vegetables. Cut open shellfish for quick cleaning. |
All junior doctors are required to complete a 2 year postgraduate course which prepares them professionally and clinically, before they venture into speciality training. The foundation training is run through the UK health departments, and students are trained in the workplace. Your medical school will have to nominate you forward for the foundation training. Your application will also involve sitting 2 tests. This training is designed to ensure that all doctors will provide the highest patient care. You will get a wide variety of experiences during foundation training. You will rotate through different areas of medicine such as general medicine, general surgery, psychiatry, and geriatrics. One you complete your foundation training, you will be awarded a Foundation Programme Certificate of Completion (FPCC). This means that you will be ready to enter your next stage of training, and will be one step closer to being a fully qualified doctor. Going into the primary care field is one option, which is if you want to train to become a general practitioner (GP). Secondary care is the alternative option, which means that you will work in a hospital. This stage is where you can slowly start to specialise as a doctor. You will need to go through the application process and an interview run by the Royal College of Physicians. The application takes approximately 10 hours to complete, and is focused on your career, experiences, background, and achievements. If you choose to complete your core training in a hospital, you will go on rotations through different departments that are 4-6 months each. If your aim is become a GP, you will need to register with the Royal College of General Practitioners, also known as the GP register, during this time. This occurs during your 2 years of core medical training. You will need to pass several workplace assessments and exams to gain entrance. Membership to MRCP involves 3 exams, including one initial exam, a written exam, and a clinical exam. You will need to apply online to be able to request to sit exams and assessments. Depending on the specialty that you choose, such as emergency medicine or psychiatry, this stage will take 5-8 years to complete. You will be continuously supervised and assessed by senior doctors. During your specialty training, you will need to gain entrance to the Royal Colleges of Physicians (MCRP) by passing workplace assessments and sitting an exam. Every doctor in the UK must demonstrate their fitness to be able to continue to practice. This involves attending seminars and workshops, alongside completing online courses and modules. The main outcomes of CPD for doctors are to improve the quality of medical care for patients, and to improve the standards of the field that you work in. Medical royal colleges and facilities in the UK have CPD schemes designed to guide doctors in their professional development. Your facility will guide you towards the number of CPD points that you need to gain each year. | Undergo your foundation program training as a junior doctor. Complete 2 years of core medical training. Gain membership to the Royal Colleges of Physicians (MRCP). Do specialty training if you want to specialise in a particular branch of medicine. Gain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points each year. |
You can contact Justin Bieber via Twitter by sending tweets to @JustinBieber. View Justin Bieber's tweets by going to his Twitter page: https://twitter.com/justinbieber To tweet Justin Bieber, you'll need a Twitter account. If you need help with this, visit our article on signing up for Twitter. Then just use the text box in the top middle section of the screen to write your question, add @JustinBieber, and hit send. Twitter is one of the best ways to contact Justin directly since he actually monitors and updates his Twitter account personally. Justin Bieber also has an Instagram account. You can like and comment on the pictures he's posted there as long as you have an Instagram account of your own. If you don't have an Instagram account, sign up for Instagram first. If you need help, visit our article on signing up for Instagram. Go to Justin Bieber's Instagram: http://instagram.com/justinbieber. Leave a comment with your question or statement on one of his recent photos. Instagram is also one of the most effective ways to contact Justin directly since he actually monitors and updates his account personally. While you cannot be friends with Justin Bieber on a personal Facebook page, you can “Like” his artist page on Facebook. After doing so, you can write on his Facebook timeline and comment on his posts. Note that you cannot send him a private message through his Facebook. Visit his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/JustinBieber. Do not expect a response from Justin if you send him a comment via Facebook. He might see the comment, but he probably won't reply to it. You can leave a comment for Justin Bieber via YouTube by going to any of the videos posted to his page and leaving a comment with your YouTube or Google username. First you'll need a YouTube account if you don't have one already. If you need help, visit our article on signing up for YouTube. Check out Justin Bieber's YouTube page at: http://www.youtube.com/user/JustinBieberVEVO. Leave a comment on one of Justin Bieber's videos with a question or whatever it is you wish to say to him. Do not expect a response from Justin if you send him a comment via YouTube. He might see the comment, but he probably won't reply to it. If you have a Myspace account, you can become a fan of Justin Bieber's page and send him messages through the website. First, make a Myspace account if you don't have one already. If you need help, visit our article on signing up for MySpace. Find his Myspace at: https://myspace.com/justinbieber. Mouse over his avatar picture in the upper left corner. Mouse over the icon with two circles overlapping each other. Click "Send message". Then write and send your message. Do not expect a response from Justin if you send him a message via Myspace. He might see the comment, but he probably won't reply to it. | Tweet him. Contact him through Instagram. Follow him on Facebook. Comment on his YouTube page. Send a message on his Myspace. |
You’ll be able to use this method with both app for mobile device and http://photos.google.com. It's at the bottom of the mobile app, and on the left side of the website. The icon looks like a square with a bookmark at its upper-right edge. Once clicked or tapped, a list of your albums will appear. If you don't see any albums, you’ll need to create one first. The album's current contents will appear. It's at the top right area of the screen and looks like a photo with a plus sign. Now you’ll see a list of your photos (outside the album), all containing circles at their upper left corners. When you select a photo, the circle at its upper left corner will turn to a check mark. All photos with check marks will be added to the album. You can select as many photos as you’d like. ” It's at the top right corner of the screen. The photos you selected are now added to your album. | Open Google Photos. Click or tap the Albums icon. Click or tap an album to modify. Click or tap the Add Photo icon. Click or tap to select a photo. Click or tap “Done. |
Every country has what is called an exit code. It's the number you dial in order to direct a call outside the country. In the United States and Canada, the exit code is "011." If calling from the US or Canada, dial these numbers first. If you're not from the United States or Canada, you can find your country's exit code online. For example, the United Kingdom's exit code is "00." " In addition to having an exit code, every country has a unique country code. This is the code you type after the exit code to indicate which country you're trying to reach. Guatemala's exit code is "502." Dial this after the exit code. For example, if you're calling from the United States, you would dial, "011-502." After you dial the exit and country code, punch in the number you're trying to reach in Guatemala. Your phone call should be directed to the country. For example, if you're trying to reach the number "1234-5678," you would dial, "011-502-1234-5678." | Dial your country's exit code. Dial "502. Punch in the phone number. |
Spray each skewer as you take it out of the water, but before you put any food on it. Use any non-stick cooking spray you have. The spray will prevent the meat and vegetables from sticking to the wood skewer, which in turn will help you slide the food off the skewers much easier. You can also spray non-stick cooking spray onto the barbeque grill to prevent items from sticking. However, do not spray the grill once the barbeque has been turned on. Only spray the grill when it is cold. | Spray skewers with non-stick cooking spray to prevent food from getting stuck. |
Wire wreath bases are circular shape and have bendable prongs that are used to hold wreath materials in place. They are perfect for making fall foliage wreaths, since you can twist the prongs around small leaf branches, bunches of flowers, and other items you may want to use. Wire wreath bases are available at craft stores. To find gorgeous materials for crafting a fall wreath, all you have to do is step outside and look around. If you live in an urban place without many trees, go to your local nursery or craft store to look for supplies like these: Bright fall leaves. Choose leaves that represent fall in your region, whether they're bright red maple leaves, yellow birch or hickory, or purple black gum leaves. Evergreen foliage. Evergreen branches from firs, pines and other green trees will give your wreath a lovely scent. Stalks of wheat or golden-hued grasses. Fall is harvest time, and stalks of wheat and other wheat-colored plants are a pleasant reminder that the seasons are changing. Fall flowers. Chrysanthemums are a good choice in many regions, especially those that come in fall hues like red, maroon, orange and yellow. Other regional foliage. Don't limit yourself to traditional symbols of fall; choose plants that are special to you. In some places fall comes with a burst of pink and blue nettles, and in other places it is characterized by evergreen branches dripping with rain. If something has meaning to you and you think it would look good on a wreath, bring it home. Now that you have an array of materials to choose from, lay out your wreath design. Arrange the materials in a circular shape to determine how your wreath will look. Consider the following arrangements: Go for a wild, natural look. Alternate leaves, flowers, grasses, and branches using no particular pattern. Try to contrast colors and textures; for example, consider placing few strands of grass behind a bunch of red leaves to offset the colors. Create an ordered look. Alternate leaves with flowers in a circular pattern, or arrange the items in threes: maple leaf bunch, chrysanthemum bunch, and wheat stalks, for example. Make a color wheel design. Place all the red foliage together, then the orange, then the yellow, then the purple. Begin inserting the stems of the plants at an angle into the wreath base. Use the wire fasteners to hold the stems in place. Continue until your entire design is fastened to the base. Hide the wire prongs by wrapping foliage around them and tucking it in behind other pieces that have already been fastened. Use extra wire or string to make more fasteners if necessary; simply twist or tie it to the wreath base. Wrap a ribbon in circles around the wreath, or tie one in a bow and fasten it at the bottom of the wreath. Add decorative fake birds, pine cones, corn husks, and other fall items to fill out the spaces between the foliage you collected. The wire wreath base may have come with a hook or loop on the back to be used for hanging. If it didn't, make a hanging loop by twisting a piece of wire or tying a piece of string to the back of the wreath. Hang the wreath on your door or the side of your house. | Buy a wire wreath base. Gather fall foliage. Design the wreath. Assemble the wreath. Add accents. Hang the wreath. |
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