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Their primary responsibilities include working with customers, especially with tagging and handling carry-on baggage that must be checked, scanning tickets, and boarding and deplaning aircraft. But they also often double as check-in counter agents and can find themselves also working at the baggage claim office in smaller airports. Go online and look at different companies and types of airlines to find which would be the best fit for you. Here are some examples of things to look for in your initial search: Look at international carriers if you have an interest in traveling out of the country. Figure out if you want to work for a budget or luxury airline. The differences may include the destinations flown to and the comfort in the plane itself (seat size, leg room, tray table size). Find the size of the airline that will be best for you. Some airlines have tens of thousands of employees (United, Lufthansa, Qatar) while others, such as local carriers, can be quite small. The larger airlines usually fly to more destinations and tend to have international routes, but smaller airlines can offer a more “family feel” and can give you the opportunity to check-in repeat customers and make friends. Research any specific airlines that you may have a set interest in. If you want to stay in your current location, you should check for positions at your local airport and at the airlines operating there. If you have a specific location in mind then search at the closest airports to it. Also, use a search engine that specializes in aviation jobs such as http://us.aviationjobsearch.com/. | Learn what an airline gate agent's duties are. Find the right airline for you. Look for an airline gate agent position. |
There's only so much that can happen over texting or talking over the phone. People in relationships want to see each other and if they can't, they may forget why they entered the coupledom in the first place. Fortunately, you can use technology to see the face of your significant other, just about whenever you want. Certain apps and services like Skype and Facebook Messenger allow you to video-conference on your phone or computer. Make use of these as often as you can to feel connected. Engaging in virtual activities together makes it seem like you are in a close-distance relationship and allows you to have fun as a couple. What you choose to do will together will depend on your individual interests. There are playful options to fit any couple's quirks. For example, go online and play a computer game together, or get matching video game systems and compete together there. You can also play games against each other on your phone. You might also watch movies or TV shows together or learn a skill like computer-coding. Couples need some kind of physical interaction and you can't get that unless you see each other in person. Simply holding hands or sharing a meal together can make a huge difference in your relationship and keep that spark going strong. Stay committed to seeing each other as often as you can. For instance, make standing “dates” with each other, whether it's every weekend, every two weeks, or once a month. Your long-distance relationship may not be feasible if you aren't able to see each other regularly. You may need to reconsider your situation if you can't meet each other's needs. Part of being a couple is sharing and engaging in interests together. Doing so gives you something to talk about and helps you learn about each other. For instance, you can decide to start reading the same book at the same time and have a book club of sorts. You can start the same exercise program or diet together, or you can watch a movie at the same time you are talking on the phone. | Use technology to see other often. Do things together virtually. Plan visits as often as you can. Do similar things together. |
Look at the first rune that you placed on the right. It represents your current situation or question. The second rune in the middle represents a challenge or issue you must address. The third rune on the left hand side represents an action or decision you can make to address the challenge. Look up the symbol on the rune to better understand its meaning. Check online for a list of rune symbols or look at the guide in the instructional booklet that came with the rune set. For example, if you are trying to answer the question, "Will I get a promotion?" you may get a first rune stone that interprets your current job situation. The second stone will then present a challenge or issue at work you need to address to bring you closer to the promotion. The third rune will then present a possible solution to your issue at work. Check the 3 runes that run horizontally (the first rune, the second rune, and the fifth rune) to determine your past, present, and future. The rune below the center rune represents a problem or issue you need to address. The rune above the center rune represents a possible solution to your problem or issue. For example, if you have an issue with your parents at home, you may recognize details of your past, present, and future experiences with them in the symbols on the horizontal runes. You may then notice the rune below the center shows a problem you are having at home with your parents. Look to the rune above the center for a possible solution to the issue with your parents so you can move on. Look at the rune that landed in the center when you scattered them. The center stone can usually tell you about the state of your current situation or where you are in the present. Meditate on what the rune symbol means to you when you think about any questions or issues you are dealing with in the present. For example, maybe you are thinking about how you can address a relationship problem you are having with your partner. The rune symbol in the center may help you better understand this problem. Rune stones that landed face down when you scattered the stones are hidden to you and relate to a time you cannot see yet. Flip over these runes and look up the symbols to determine what your future may hold. For example, you may realize that your future does not predict you still being with your current partner due to the symbols represented on the stones. As the stones are predicting your future, you may not be 100% sure what they all mean even when you look up the symbols. Over time, the symbols may make more sense to you. Any rune stones that landed on the edges when you scattered them are representative of people or events that are influencing your actions or thoughts. The outside influence can be a positive force and help you achieve a goal or aspiration. For example, there may be a person who is a positive outside influence that will help you get you move past your current relationship. In some cases, it may be a negative influence that is bringing you down or that you need to address to move on. For example, you may have someone close to you who is making it hard for you to move on from the relationship. | Examine the order of the runes if you did a 3 stone draw. Check the order of the runes if you performed a 5 stone draw. Look at the rune in the center to assess your current life if you did the scatter method. Check the runes that are face down to determine your future. Look at the runes on the edges to determine the outside influences in your life. |
To darn your pointe shoes you will need a few important materials. You will need: Pointe shoes A large, thick sewing needle or curved needle Wool or cotton embroidery thread (approximately two arms-length of thread) Scissors A thimble (optional) . You will need to thread approximately two arms-length or about three feet of thread. Insert your darning thread through the eye of the needle. You can use single threading to make your darning especially fine, but it is also acceptable to double up and knot the two thread ends together once you have thread the needle. Darning thread can be found at nearly any sewing or craft store. Cut the excess threading off from the end of the knot. Hold the pointe shoe with the sole of the shoe facing you, and the front of the shoe facing away from you. Insert the needle at the back of the pointe platform, near the top of the satin pleats. Pass the needle through the satin and through the platform material at an angle starting below, from the outer, side edge of the platform, and pushing it up diagonally, to the top, inner edge of the platform. Push the needle completely though the shoe, and pull the thread all the way until the threaded knot reaches the shoe. Insert the needle very close next to the stitching hole you just made. Again, pull the needle through the satin and platform material, and begin to pull the rest of the threading through. However, don't pull the thread tight, all the way through. The thread will be in a loop before you pull it all the way through the shoe. When you see the loop of thread, pass your needle through the loop, and then pull the thread taut. This will create your first chain stitch. Continue stitching around the platform of the shoe, inserting the needle through the satin and platform material and drawing the thread through the stitching loops, maintaining the chain stitch. Be sure to not make the stitchings too outward on the sides of the platform, or else the darning won't provide any effective traction while dancing. The spacing between the stitching isn't too important, but they do need to be close together, and they do need to be relatively uniform. . Once you have chain stitched all the way around the platform of the pointe shoe and have come back to where you started darning, cut off the excess thread. You can cut pretty close to the last knot you made, but leave about a centimeter of leftover thread. You don't have to make a final knot; the darning thread will stay in place since all of the stitches consist of knots. Consider securing and sealing the last bit of excess thread by swiping it with a bit of clear nail polish. That will keep the thread sealed onto the shoe rather than hanging off freely. When you are finished darning one pointe shoe, repeat the same exact stitching method on your other shoe. You may find darning your second pointe shoe to be a bit easier and faster, now that you have one darned pointe shoe under your belt. | Gather your darning materials. Thread the needle Make the first darning stitch. Make your first chain stitch. Continue chain stitching around the platform of the shoe. Secure the darning knot Darn your other pointe shoe. |
Assemble all your supplies for this science experiment before you start. Have the following on hand: 1 US gal (3.8 L) glass jar with lid Aerosol (hairspray or air freshener) Flashlight or lamp Water Dark-colored paper and flashlight Put enough water in the jar to cover the bottom, or about 1 inch (2.5 cm). Swirl the water around so that the jar heats up. This will also prevent any condensation from forming in the jar. The jar will be very hot. Be sure to use oven mitts to hold the jar. Turn the jar lid upside down so that it's a little bowl. Place two ice cubes in the lid. Lay the lid on top of the jar. You may now see some condensation in the jar. Use an aerosol product like hairspray or air freshener to spray into the jar. Lift the iced lid up and quickly spray a small amount into the jar. Replace the lid to trap the aerosol in the jar. Use a dark piece of paper to create contrast. This way, you will be able to see the cloud that has formed in the jar. You can also use a flashlight to shine into the jar. When you lift the lid off the jar, the cloud will float out. You can let it pass through your fingers. You created hot, moist air in the jar when you poured in the boiling water. The ice on the lid works to cool the air as it rises. This water vapor will turn back into a liquid when it cools, but it needs a surface to condense on. When you spray the aerosol into the jar, you’ve given the water vapor a surface. The molecules stick to the aerosol and condense into cloud droplets. The clouds swirl around inside the jar because the air inside is swirling around. The warm air is rising while the cool air is sinking. You can see the movement of air as the clouds swirl. | Assemble your supplies. Pour boiling water into a glass jar. Place ice in the jar lid. Spray aerosol into the jar. Place a dark-colored piece of paper behind the jar. Open the lid and touch the cloud. Understand why this works. |
Though there are some tricks you can pull to make the girl you like be more inclined to miss you, you shouldn't try to make her so jealous that she feels like she shouldn't bother with you because you're a player or because she doesn't want to fight for your affection. While you don't have to tell her where you've been all the time, don't talk about other girls too much or openly flirt with every girl who comes your way unless you want the girl to get annoyed with you. Though some light flirting with other girls can make the girl you like see that you're a catch, you don't want to push it so far that she feels like you don't care about her. If she thinks that you're likely to mess around with other girls when you're away, then she won't miss you very much. If you see her out, you should gather your confidence and give it a minute or two before you go up to her. If you act like you don't see her or she's not cool enough for you, then she won't be jealous of the people you're talking to; she'll just think you're a jerk. As corny as it sounds, at the end of the day, it's important that you be yourself if you really want to win the girl over. You shouldn't try to put on an act or be a guy who you think she'd prefer to you; instead, you should work on letting her see your best attributes and take some time to open up about your more quirky interests. Though you don't need to act the exact same way around her as you would around your buddies, you shouldn't put on an act, either, or she'll be able to see through it eventually. If you really like the girl and want her to miss you, then you should make sure the person she's missing is really you, not some polished version of who you are. Though it can take a while for you to open up and show her who you really are, you should try to be as genuine as possible when you're getting to know each other. Sure, limiting your phone time or the time you spend together and playing a little hard to get can make the girl more interested in you and can make her more likely to miss you. But if you take it too far, then you'll just be confusing the girl—and may even be confusing yourself in the process. If she feels like your entire relationship is based around mind games and she doesn't really know who you are, then her patience will wear thin pretty fast. If you're kind and affectionate one minute and then cold and distant the next, then she'll quickly get frustrated. Though you don't have to give it all away, if she feels like she has no idea what's going on in your head, she'll start to give up on you. While it's important to leave her wanting more and missing you, you don't want to take playing hard to get so far that she has no idea that you actually do care for her. Even if you're a bit shy, you should tell her that you do like her and that you do want to spend more time with her. Don't let her do all the work, or she may get tired of you because she'll think that you don't really like her. You have to be willing to meet her at least halfway. If you force her to chase you too much, she may go for a guy who is more open with his feelings instead. | Don't try too hard to make her jealous. Don't try to be someone else just to win her over. Don't play too many games. Don't be afraid to tell her how you feel about her. |
The basic skipping motion is step, hop, step, hop. Start by stepping forward with one foot, then hopping on that same leg. It helps to step on just the balls of your feet, keeping your heel lifted. Push off your ball and propel yourself forward a few inches as you jump. Land lightly with bent knees. Point your toes in the direction you want to be skipping towards. Keep your head up and eyes forward. You may need to look at your legs as you get used to the motion, but eventually you should look up and ahead. Hold your abs in and chest up. Keeping a good posture will add height and distance to your skips. When you land, don't make a lot of noise. If the ground makes a loud noise when you land, you’re wasting too much energy. Keep control of the jump through your Achilles tendon and knees. After landing, step forward with the other leg and repeat the previous motion. Step on the ball of your foot, hop, then land lightly with a bent knee. Another way to think about skipping is to add hops in while marching. Practice marching with high knees. When you lift up one leg with knees bent, the standing leg should do a hop. Repeat on the other leg. Continue the march-hop motion in a series. Let your foot that isn't hopping go with the momentum by moving it forward and letting it rise about 45 degrees. To increase the energy of your hops, you can lift your knee to as much as a 90 degree angle. Getting your arm actions right has a small but important role in improving your jump performance. Keep your arms relaxed and let them swing with the momentum. Swing your arms forwards and backwards, not side to side, just as you do with walking. As your left knee pops up, swing your right arm forward, and vice versa. Try going faster, increasing the distance between each skip, and jumping higher. If you’re having problems, try slowing down and doing it one foot at a time. You can skip in place by stepping on one foot, hopping straight up and down. Then shift your weight to the other foot and hopping straight up and down again. Once you get comfortable with this, try skipping in motion again. | Step forward, then hop on that foot. Repeat that motion on the other leg. Lift and bend your non-stepping foot. Swing your arms in alternate directions. Speed up as you get comfortable with the motion. |
It'll be easier for you to stay focused and motivated if you start your tasks with a clear head, so take 10 to 20 minutes at the beginning of each day to write a to-do list, review your calendar, and respond to a few emails. Giving yourself a little mental breathing space before jumping into things will help make you a better worker. Make it a goal to get to the office 10 to 20 minutes early each day for one week and see how it changes your attitude throughout the day. You'll feel better about your work and about yourself if you commit to doing the best job you can do in any situation. Instead of trying to rush through a task or project simply to get it done, ask yourself, “Is this something I can be proud of?" Proofread your work, do tasks that you notice need to be done, even if they aren't technically your responsibility, answer questions that might come up down the road, and think outside of your job description. Think about ways you can make your work even more dynamic, and try to implement those ideas when you can. For example, if your job is to write a report about sales from the previous month, you could also include information about holidays, employees calling off work, power outages, and other factors that may have affected the results. Taking initiative and being responsible doesn't mean you have all the answers. If you're unsure of how to do something, don't be afraid to ask questions. Sometimes people do need a little reinforcement to help them stay on track, and that's perfectly fine. If you need this, arrange with a supervisor or a coworker to check in at a specific time every week for a “mini-deadline” to help you get your work done in time. For example, if you're working on a big presentation that is due in a month, arrange to send your supervisor a copy of what you've worked on every Friday at noon. That way, you know you have several deadlines to work toward and need to show something new every week rather than procrastinating until the last day to get things done. | Take time to prepare for your day rather than winging it. Focus on the quality of your work, even if no one will ever see it. Take the initiative to go above and beyond the minimum expectations. Set up accountability if you need help doing your best work. |
New Zealand's time zone is GMT+12, or two to four hours ahead of Australia. If you are calling in the late evening, your contact may be asleep. To reach an organization in New Zealand before closing hours, you may need to call in the morning or early afternoon. New Zealand is two hours ahead of Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane (which are on AEST). It is two and a half hours ahead of Adelaide (ACST), and four hours ahead of Perth (AWST). New Zealand observes daylight savings time, but parts of Australia do not. If you are in Queensland, the Northern Territory, or the Australian Capital Territory, and you are calling between October and April, add one additional hour to find New Zealand time. Because callers are typically still charged when calling toll-free numbers from a different country, some businesses block international calls to avoid causing their customers unexpected fees. In New Zealand, toll-free numbers typically begin with 0508 or 0800. Try to find a regular, non-toll-free number for that organization by searching online, or contact it by email. Some phone plans block international calls. Try calling a different international number. If it does not go through, contact your phone service provider and ask to change your plan. Note that international calls are often significantly more expensive than local or in-country calls. If you call abroad frequently, ask about a plan with a reduced international rate. | Consider the time zone difference. Check that the number is not toll-free. Make sure your phone plan allows international calls. |
If you are constantly hot and cold, it could be a sign of lingering feelings for your past relationship. It could also be a sign of commitment issues. Either way, constant attitude changes, or out of nowhere outbursts, point towards a possible avoidance of emotional connection. When the discussion with your new partner turns towards something other than the trivial, do you do whatever you can to avoid the conversation? If emotion is constantly being dismissed or misdirected, you may be in a rebound relationship. When leaving a relationship, and jumping into another one, there could be cautiousness about committing too quickly. Being commitment-phobic may just be a way of getting used to being single, or keeping options open. | Check your moodiness. Analyze if you’re avoiding discussing deeper feelings. Determine if you’re newly commitment-phobic. |
To ensure your doorknobs don't get primed or painted during this process, you should remove handles and any other features, like clothes hooks, from your door. If you do not plan on removing these from your door, you might: Prevent hardware from being painted by taping around the edges of fixtures, or even taping the entire fixture. Use fine grit sandpaper, between 180 and 220-grit, while stripping old, flaking paint and smoothing rough edges. A power sander or coarse sandpaper might cause scoring in your door, leaving unsightly notches or lines in its surface. Your door may have accumulated some dust or grit in the sanding process. Take a clean rag or paper towel and wipe your door free of any dust, dirt, or grime. Do not use water. If water soaks into the material of your door, it can have a negative effect on how the primer and paint bond to the surface. By tackling your door one side at a time, you accomplish two goals at once. Your careful attention to one side at a time will help ensure evenness and consistency for the whole door. This will help you achieve a professional looking finished product. Primer helps to prepare the surface of your door for the actual coat of paint. Some surfaces, especially those that are rough or absorbent, can be difficult or expensive to paint if unprimed. You'll certainly want to prime your door if: Your surface is unfinished. Your door is made of bare or stained wood. You want to paint the door a color lighter than its current color. The specific brand of primer that you bought should have instructions for how long you should let your primer dry before applying paint. Follow these directions for best results, but when in doubt, allow 48 hours to pass before applying your paint. But first, you should give it a once over to make sure that it is clean. Dirt or dust that might have been on your sawhorses could have rubbed off on your door. Using a clean rag or paper towel, wipe any dust or grit off the door before priming. Be sure not to get your door wet. Wetness on the door can prevent your primer and paint from bonding with its surface. | Remove or tape around the edges of fixtures. Sand the door lightly. Clean your door, if necessary. Repeat sanding and cleaning on both sides. Prime your door. Allow your primer to rest. Prime the reverse side of your door. |
No, you're not sneaking out of the house; you're checking with the bride's friends and family to see if a shower is already planned. It isn't a good idea to throw two parties if the same people will be at both! Consider these possibilities: If you are the bride-to-be's co-worker and would like to throw an office bridal shower, you're less likely to run into interference. If you're the bride's mother, feel free to plan a shower for your daughter; however, be aware that in some parts of the world it is considered to be general wedding etiquette that the bride's mother does not plan a bridal shower as it is thought better left to others to plan and that it lacks taste to have the mother doing this. Note, however, that more people are ignoring this little "rule" and doing it anyway. It's up to your discretion. That is, if you don't want a shower that's a complete surprise. With all the general fuss of a wedding, it may be best to talk to the bride, though. You want to avoid inviting people to the shower who aren't invited to the reception and you want to make sure the shower is in line with the bride-to-be's wishes. Does she want a co-ed shower? What dates and times are best for her? Where would she want it at? If you like the idea of the bride being minimally involved, just ask about the guest list and date -- she probably figures she's having a shower anyway. The theme and details can be up to you and the rest of the bridesmaids or close family. Now comes the best part! Whether it's the beach, a restaurant, or fancy hotel, the location of the shower can change everything. If you do decide to go with a specific theme, your location should reflect this. You probably wouldn't want to bring the bride's elderly aunts to a smoke-filled bar and grill. Sometimes the shower is held at a relatives' home, or the maid of honor's, or even the bride's place. Consider a nice picnic area, a yacht, or a bonfire/cookout in the backyard. Your location should match both the bride's personality and your budget. Traditionally, the wedding shower isn't held until a month before the wedding, but these days people are less inclined to follow this norm and choose a date to suit their own needs. Just be sure that the couple has had the opportunity to tell everyone about the wedding first. You don't want to step on anyone's toes! Make sure that all the necessary people will be available for this day. Once you have found a day that works for everyone, call the venue, if you're not having it at someone's home, to make reservations. Ask for some names from the bride herself, as well as from the mother of the bride. If another shower is being planned, try not to invite those same people to yours. It's ridiculous to expect someone to buy two -— and sometimes even three -— gifts for one person! Also, beware of inviting those who aren't also invited to the wedding itself. Just because you thought the bride was still friends with Laura from second grade, does not mean that she is. You will only offend people if you're not careful. | Check to see if the coast is clear. Talk to the bride. Choose a location. Decide on a date. Compile the guest list. |
Press and hold the Alt key then tap the Tab ↹ key once at the same time to show the Windows Switcher window. Continue holding the Alt key. Using the Tab ↹ key on your keyboard, cycle through the Windows Switcher window until the window you want to preview is selected. The rest of your desktop will fade out, exposing the contents of the window. Cycle back to the window you were working in before by tapping Tab ↹ then release the Alt key. | Show Windows Switcher. Preview the window. Return to the window you were working in before. |
Find a firm fruit, that gives a little when squeezed without collapsing or leaking. A relatively smooth skin is also a good sign, with slight bumps instead of major raised nubs. Hard, unripe fruits are edible but won't have as strong a taste. A wet, soft fruit is overripe, and may be fermented (edible with a different, strong taste) or rotted (unpleasant). Crushed or soaked peels are almost always rotted. Different varieties have different skin colors, but most are red, orange, or yellowish when ripe. Brown fruits have usually gone bad. Grasp the nub of the stem and peel away the pink or yellowish-brown skin at one end. The white, semi-translucent flesh inside is the edible portion of the fruit. You may want to peel the fruit over a bowl to catch the dripping juice. If the lychee has been left out a while, the skin will be harder and tougher to peel. Use your fingernail, teeth, or a knife to cut a slit. Soaking the fruit will make it easier to peel as well. Completely transparent flesh, mottled flesh, or yellow-brown flesh mean the lychee may be fermented or rotten. A perfectly ripe lychee has a soft skin that separates easily from the flesh. You can gently squeeze these fruits to pop out the flesh inside. If this doesn't work, just tear off the skin in small pieces using your fingers. The skin is inedible. Throw it away or compost it. A large seed lies in the center of the fruit. Gently tear apart the flesh with your fingers, pick out the glossy brown seed, and discard it. The seed is slightly poisonous. Fresh lychees have sweet, crisp, juicy flesh, with a signature scent that you can't find in the canned product. Enjoy it raw, or keep reading for more uses of this fruit. A thin, brownish membrane lies on the interior of the flesh, where the seed was. Just eat this with the rest of the lychee. It adds a slight crunch without affecting the flavor. Removing it tends to squeeze out a lot of the tasty juice. Refrigerate lychee wrapped in a dry paper towel, inside a perforated plastic bag or a container with the lid left ajar. They can last up to a week this way, although the rind may turn brown and hard. Throw away the fruit if it turns grey. If you can't eat them all within that time, freeze the rest whole and unpeeled, in a sealed zip-locked bag. Run warm water over the frozen lychee for 15 seconds, then peel and eat. Partially thawed lychee have a texture similar to sorbet. | Choose a ripe lychee. Peel the end of the lychee. Squeeze or tear off the skin. Dig out the seed. Eat the fruit. Store extra fruit. |
Static shocks are more likely to occur in dry environments. Keeping your home humid can reduce your risk. Ideally, your home should be above 30% rh, or relative humidity. You can measure the humidity of your home by purchasing a humidity thermometer online or at a hardware or grocery store. Raising the air humidity to 40 or 50% rh can help reduce static shock. You should aim for this range. Humidifiers range in price. Large humidifiers, designed to work in a large space, can cost over $100. However, a humidifier for a single room might only be $10 or $20. Having carpeting at home instead of wood floors puts you at greater risk for static shock. Certain measures can be taken to make your carpet less conductive to static electricity. Rubbing fabric softener sheets over the carpet can prevent the buildup of static electricity but such methods do not have a permanent effect. Try repeating the process once a week. You can also place cotton rugs on areas of the carpet that you walk across frequently as cotton is less likely than certain fabrics to conduct electricity and cause static shock. If you're getting electric shocks in bed, adjusting your bedding might help. Opt for materials like cotton over synthetic fabrics or wool. Try not to layer sheets, as fabrics rubbing together can cause static buildup. If your bedroom is warm enough, you may be able to ditch your top sheet or blanket. | Humidify your home. Treat your carpeting. Adjust your bedsheets. |
Tuition and certification fees often differ by institution. That being said, collecting the various professional credentials needed to lock down high-paying positions will typically cost a few thousand dollars minimum. A state-funded technical school, such as Santa Barbara City College or South Central Louisiana Technical College, may be the least expensive option for many people. You may need to begin saving up some money if you don't have the means to pay for your education and certifications at present. The first step along the path to becoming an underwater welder is to complete your base level of education. Most employers will expect to see at least a high school diploma, but you can also get your GED if you're returning to school after an absence. Having a college degree is not necessary to work as an underwater welder, but it could help you stand out from other professionals once it comes time to start looking for a job. After taking care of your education requirements, securing employment will largely be a matter of racking up the relevant credentials and experience. as a topside welder. Seek formal training in one of several individualized welding processes through an accredited welding school. If you live in the U.S., you also have the option of completing the Certified Welder program offered by the American Welding Society (AWS). You'll be awarded your certification after passing both a written and hands-on practical exam. Run a quick search online to find welding schools or training programs in your area. It may take 7-24 months to complete your welding training and certification, depending on the school or program you choose. While it's technically possible to get a job as an underwater welder right out of the gate, having 2 or more years of direct experience will greatly improve your chances. This will prove to employers that you're proficient in welding techniques and safety procedures on dry land, and are ready to apply them in an aquatic setting. The more surface welding experience you have under your belt, the more likely you are to be considered for underwater jobs in the future. | Be prepared to spend a considerable amount of money. Receive your high school diploma or GED. Get certified Gain a few years of experience working as a topside welder. |
Create daily routines and a structured plan each day rather than reacting to whatever comes up. Plan ahead and anticipate your needs. A good idea is to have a backup plan ready in case of emergencies so that you are prepared with a contingency plan should the need arise. Establish a supportive network that you can draw on. Connect with friends, relatives, neighbors, coworkers, and professionals. Be ready and willing to ask for help if you need it. It's a good practice to make time for other activities besides work so that your days are balanced, enjoyable and fulfilling. Make time healthy habits, such as eating health food, exercising, meditating and taking other forms of quiet time. Many gyms, for example, are open over the lunch hour and may offer a reduced corporate membership. You block out time for meetings at work, so apply the same principle to your home life? Scheduling this time with family in advance will make it hard to cancel at the last minute and helps set that time in stone. Treat your family as if they matter just as much as the most important business person in the world and don't miss your "scheduled meetings" with them. Eat meals as a family. Studies have shown that sharing a family meal together benefits the spiritual, mental, and physical well being of the entire family. Families that eat together have lower rates of substance abuse, teen pregnancy, and depression, as well as higher grades and self-confidence. Eating together helps keep a family connected and engaged with one another; it can become one of the most enjoyable parts of the day for kids and parents alike. Make time for the big and small moments in life. Take time to celebrate major milestones, achievements, graduations, birthdays, and holidays together with your family. Even marking smaller accomplishments (e.g., your child's winning goal in the championships) with a small token or special gathering will help each family member feel special and valued. Do something basic with your partner and/or family. It doesn't have to be a special event or take long, just something where you are together with them, such as watering the garden or taking care of the lawn, going for a drive or walk together, etc. As long as you are relaxed and listening, they'll feel that they're getting the attention they need and want. Enjoy the bedtime routine if you have children, including bathing them, reading to them and putting them to bed. Spending these moments with them lets them know that you care and are available for them. Use the rest of the evening to catch up on the day with your spouse or partner. Consider this like a debriefing session; ask questions about one another's day and offer advice or guidance, or simply listen. The day-to-day is just as important to a healthy, mutually beneficial and sustaining romantic relationship as the grand gestures and proposals. We waste a lot of time in our daily lives thanks to television, Internet, video games, etc. Try removing any unnecessary distractions that don't really add any value to or enhance your live. Set specific times for activities like web-surfing, watching TV, and playing video games. Pick and choose what you will do and for how long. For example, if you have a favorite TV show that airs on Thursday nights for an hour, set aside the time to watch it, but do other things before, rather than watch more TV as you wait. Consider TV-watching an activity that is time-bound, rather than a way to pass the time. When in doubt, ask yourself "what matters most in my life?" Returning to and reflecting on your core values is a good way to pull yourself away from wasting time and spend that time on something that matters. Address how they feel about your work-life balance. By keeping the lines of communication open, you are avoiding building up resentment among those affected by your actions. Explain to your family and friends why sometimes you are not able to do everything they would like you to do (e.g., you have to miss a school event because of a work obligation). Openly explaining the situation can help others understand and empathize with your situation. | Get organized on a day-to-day level. Build breaks into your daily routine. Block out time your calendar for your family and friends. Take evenings off. Cut out time-wasting activities. Talk to family and friends about your workload. |
If you have later stage cancer or if surgery is not your preference and you have stage I cancer, talk to your doctor about radiation therapy. Radiation therapy requires multiple visits, but the advantage is that it is not invasive like surgery (i.e. it does not require cutting into you to remove the cancer). There are two types of radiation that are commonly used to treat cervical cancer. The first is called external beam radiation therapy (EBRT), in which the radioactive beams are emitted from a source outside your body and directed toward your cervix and the surrounding area. The second type of radiation therapy is called brachytherapy — rods containing radiation are inserted through the vagina up against the cervix. They are then left there for one to two days and emit local radiation which works to treat the cervical cancer. This is done in the hospital. Again, the extent of radiation as well as the effectiveness of this mode of treatment depends upon the stage and severity of your cervical cancer. Radiation treatment can have significant side effects. EBRT may cause fatigue, upset stomach, diarrhea, skin damage, bladder discomfort, vaginal pain, anemia, and menstrual changes (including early menopause). Brachytherapy may cause irritation of the vagina and vulva. Fatigue, diarrhea, nausea, irritation of the bladder, and low blood counts may also occur. Long-term effects of radiation treatment may include vaginal scarring, which may make vaginal sex painful. You may also experience vaginal dryness, swelling of the legs, and it may weaken your bones. Radiation is most commonly combined with chemotherapy. This is because, for cervical cancer, the combination of radiation and chemotherapy is synergistic and provides significant additional benefit (rather than simply opting for one or the other). When chemotherapy is combined with radiation, as described above, it is termed "chemoradiation." This can be a very effective mode of treatment, because the chemotherapy has what is called a "sensitizing effect" on the tissues on and around the cervix. What this means is that the tissues then become more susceptible to the radiation, and it is as such that the combined modality of treatment gains its synergistic effect. Unfortunately, many of the most effective methods for treating cervical cancer can have deleterious effects on one's future ability to have children. As a result, your doctor may recommend that you freeze some of your eggs prior to undergoing treatment such as radiation, so that the eggs do not become damaged due to the treatment. Most women will need to have a surrogate carry the pregnancy if they freeze their eggs. | Inquire about radiation. Undergo chemotherapy treatments. Understand that you may need to have some of your eggs frozen prior to treatment. |
Family success is difficult to define as it's so intangible. Breaking down family success into achievable goals can be difficult as, even more so than career success, so much is beyond an individual's direct goal. Instead, view family success in terms of being able to love and love in return. Setting firm goals for family success is hard. If you want to, say, have 3 kids by the time you're 35 there are many factors that can get in the way. You may not meet a significant other until your older. Your husband, wife, or longterm partner may only want 1 or 2 kids. It may take longer to conceive or adopt or whatever process you were looking into. Setting firm goals for your family life means you're setting yourself up for disappointment. Instead, try to cultivate better relationships with those around you. Make goals that are somewhat vague but still important. Success should be a matter of staying open to love by learning to apologize, communicate, and share. Your goals should be to stay close to your family and keep communication strong throughout your life. Continually re-examining yourself and your priorities can help assure personal success. People change all the time and what you wanted at 25 might not be the same as what you want at 30. What you want out of friendships and romantic relationships is subject to evolve with time. At 22, you may value your independence but, at 28, long for a more committed relationship. It's okay if your definition of success changes just as long as you're willing to change with it. If you find your personal goals, wants, and needs have shifted you might have to change your lifestyle a bit. Say you were always comfortable being slightly overweight but you suddenly want to work on getting a slimmer figure. You may have to change how you eat and your level of physical activity. Be open to change based on any shifts in your values. Periodically take a day to reexamine what you want from life. Measuring personal success is a highly individual and therefore subjective matter. Comparing yourself to others can be toxic to a healthy definition of success. Do not pay attention to how other people are in friendships and romantic relationships. What matters is your wants and needs and whether or not you're pursuing them in a way that makes you feel personally fulfilled. Much like career success, how you define personal success should reflect your values. There's no wrong way to feel personally fulfilled. Some people see personal success as having 4 kids and being a stay at home parent. Others see success as having no children and having the freedom to vacation for a few weeks each summer. Both goals are equally valid and important. Define personal success on your own terms, based on your own values. | Define family success through love. Reexamine yourself and your priorities. Do not compare yourself to others. Define personal success in a way that's meaningful to you. |
To continue working the moss stitch, keep repeating the sequence for row 2. You can continue to work the moss stitch for as many rows as you want or need to for your project. When you are happy with the length of your project and finish the last stitch in your last row, simply chain 1 and tie off the final stitch. To do this pull, out the loop so that it is several inches wide. Then, cut it in the center. Tie the end of the yarn through the last stitch you made and cut the excess. If desired, you can also weave the tail into the edge of your work using a yarn needle. Thread the tail through the eye of the yarn needle and then weave the yarn in and out of the edge of your project. Tie the end of the tail through one of the stitches and cut the excess when the yarn gets too short to weave it through any more. | Repeat row 2 until your project is the desired length. Tie off the final stitch when you are done. Weave in the tail. |
Take the time to gather receipts, retrieve your phone records from your phone company, make diagrams, assemble pictures and so on, in order to strengthen your case. You will bring all of this evidence with you to your court hearing. If you have documentation to support your story, then you will appear more forthright, organized and serious. Try to have some piece of evidence to back up every statement of fact that you make. For example, if you claim the defendant agreed to pay you $500 to paint her fence and never paid you, you want to have any written evidence of the original agreement. You also should copy your bank records as proof that you never received any money. Witnesses may also be useful in providing evidence. Locate people who can corroborate your story and who can attest to your own due diligence. During the actual hearing, you will want to be thorough yet concise, and if you are rambling through your story, you risk irritating the judge and wasting their time. Practice telling your story in the simplest yet detailed way possible. Tell your arguments to someone and get feedback from them. Do they understand what you're trying to say? Do they understand why you are bringing a case to court? Small claims court does not require that you have a lawyer represent you at your hearing. In fact, many small claims courts expect that you will represent yourself. It may not be financially worth it to hire a lawyer if you are fighting over a small amount of money. But it can still be in your best interest to consult with a lawyer to see if your case is worth fighting for and the strategies you might use to argue your case. Most communities have free or inexpensive legal counsel organizations that you can work with. These may be affiliated with a university law school or public or nonprofit law clinic. In constructing your argument, you should also consider what your opposition will say to discredit you or make it seem like you are at fault. To determine what your opponent might say in court, think about how that person might tell the story and how their version will be different from yours. Prepare yourself for how you will respond to their remarks. In other words, what aspects of your claim might your opposition try to explain in a way that makes it seem like you are at fault? How can you respond to these statements in a way that demonstrates that you were not at fault? For example, if the dispute is over damaged property, your opponent might try to make it seem like the damages were not their fault or even try to make it seem like they were your fault. Try to figure out what they might say so that you can refute these claims. You are allowed to come to an agreement with the other party at any time prior to the judge making his/her ruling. Courts prefer the parties settle if possible. In fact, some courts require the parties to undergo mediation before trial. In mediation, a third-party who has nothing to do with the case talks with both parties to try to come to an agreement. If you come to an agreement, the mediator will usually take care of the paperwork for the court. If you don't come to an agreement, you proceed to trial. | Gather evidence for your case. Practice your argument. Consult with legal counsel. Anticipate what the defendant will say. Consider settling. |
It's best to harvest cinnamon from a tree that's at least 2 years old—once the tree is 2 years old it's often cut back down so that it will grow even more shoots. If you're not sure how old the tree is, you may need to ask someone who's familiar with the environment. After 2 years, you can grow more shoots by cutting the tree back down to a stump and covering it with soil. The rain will help soften the bark of the tree, making it easier to remove the outermost layer. You can harvest the cinnamon any time throughout the year, but waiting until after rainfall will make the process easier. Most people harvest the cinnamon about twice a year, so try not to harvest it more than that to keep the tree healthy. You can use a handsaw or a chainsaw, depending on the size of the tree and its branches. Carefully cut off a few branches to harvest a smaller amount of cinnamon, or use a chainsaw to cut the entire tree down. It's okay if you cut down the entire tree, as the stump will regenerate and an even fuller tree will grow within a few years. Try to choose branches with a diameter of 1.2–5 centimetres (0.47–1.97 in). | Select a cinnamon tree that’s at least 2 years old. Wait until after a heavy rain to harvest cinnamon easily. Cut off the branches of the tree using a saw. |
Chances are your rabbit will want to rule the house. While you can't expect the kind of submission you can get from a dog, you must have the respect of your rabbit in order to train it. The most common way rabbits try to assert dominance is inappropriate nipping or biting you to try to herd you or get you to leave your sitting place. If this occurs, let out a short, loud, high-pitched squeal and either put your rabbit down on the floor (if it has jumped up where you’re sitting) or pick it up and move it out of the way from you (if it is on the floor already). Do this firmly, but gently. You don't want to hurt your rabbit or make it fear you, you simply want to assert that you are in charge. If your rabbit continues the behavior, put it in its crate for a “time-out.” First, approach your rabbit calmly so you do not elicit a fear response from the rabbit. Hang out on the floor with your rabbit. Have some treats on the floor. Reward the rabbit for coming closer to you. Leave your hand down. If the rabbit comes up to you and does not seem afraid or does not try to bite you, try to gently stroke the rabbit's head for just a few seconds. If you do not back down and avoid the reflex to “run away” if the bunny charges you, the rabbit will learn that this behavior does not work to intimidate you. Never hit the rabbit. You and your hands are the sources of food and pleasure, like petting on top of the rabbit's head. If you are afraid of being injured, wear long pants, shoes, long sleeves and gloves if necessary to protect yourself from bites. A change in your rabbit's behavior, including aggression, should be investigated to eliminate the chance that there is a medical issue causing the problem. Consult with a veterinarian familiar with rabbits to rule out pain, for instance, as a cause for misbehavior. Hormones can also influence bunny behavior and having your rabbit spayed or neutered may help decrease territorial aggression, for instance. | Make sure your rabbit knows who is in charge. Address any aggression in your rabbit. Investigate whether your rabbit's aggression has an underlying cause. |
Picture frames, canvases, and artwork are all great options. You can also use mirrors, plates, hanging baskets, or decorative wall plaques. Use items that go well together and that match the rest of the room's décor. You can hang the items in a grid-like pattern, or you can off-set them like bricks. Hang rectangular picture frames horizontally and vertically to make your wall even more interesting. Choose a set of tall, skinny bookshelves, and place them to either side of the TV. Fill the shelves with decorative items, such as figurines, vases, or picture frames. Make sure that they go well with the rest of your décor. Pictures are great choices, but make sure that the frames match your room. Use plain frames for modern rooms, and ornate frames if you have antique furniture. Give your room character by including items from other countries that you may have visited. Keep the items grouped together by country. Seasonal items are another great option. Switch the items out with each season or holiday. Hang 2 to 3 shelves on the wall above your TV, with the bottom shelf almost touching the top of the TV. Decorate the shelves with picture frames, figurines, and books. Flank the TV with potted plants, vases, or topiaries that are a little shorter than the TV. This will help create a natural frame around it. Get a picture frame that fits your TV, remove the glass and backing, then place it over the front of your wall-mounted TV. If the frame is deep enough, slide the hinges onto the back of your TV in order to hold it in place. If the frame is too shallow, secure it to your TV frame using self-adhesive Velcro strips. Use an ornate picture frame with lots of carvings, or you can use a rustic wooden frame—whichever fits the décor of your room. Hanging your wall-mounted TV some place unusual could make it look more interesting. For example, you could hang your TV above a fireplace mantle or between 2 wall-mounted shelves. Decorate the fireplace mantle or shelves as desired. | Hang items on the wall behind the TV to add depth. Flank the TV with skinny bookshelves if you need extra storage. Hang up some shelves if you don't have room on your stand to decorate. Add a picture frame to a wall-mounted TV. Get clever with the placement of wall-mounted TVs. |
Wipe off any old residue using a grate scraper or paper towel, if necessary. Coat the rack with oil using a paper towel so that the duck breast won't stick to the grate. You can also spray the grill rack with cooking spray, but the grill can't be warm or turned on when you do this because the can is flammable. Use oils such as canola, peanut, soy, or corn. Turn one side on so that it's set to medium-high, and the other side so that it's on low-medium. Do this before starting to grill so that the grill has time to heat up. Give the grill roughly 5 minutes to preheat. If you're using a charcoal grill, set it up so that the coals are on 1 side, creating 2 different zones of heat. If you're cooking super small duck breasts, they may be completely done cooking after only being on the hot side of the grill. If you didn't sear the skin first, simply put the duck breast right on the grill. Place it skin-side down and grill it for 5-7 minutes, or until the skin is browned. The skin should also be slightly crispy. Use tongs to turn over the duck breast so that the other side gets a chance to cook. If desired, you can coat the duck breast with a sauce or glaze before flipping it, and then coat it again once you move it to the cool side. Smaller duck breasts will be done at this point, but larger ones might not be. Let the duck breast continue to cook on the cooler side of the grill until completely cooked. The internal temperature should be about 130 °F (54 °C). You can check the internal temperature using a meat thermometer. If you don't have a meat thermometer, do a simple touch test. If the duck breast feels like your forehead does when you touch it, it's well done. If it feels like your cheek, it's rare. Avoid cutting into the duck breast—it needs to sit for at least 5 minutes after it's done cooking while it's still completely intact. Move the duck breast to a plate after it's done grilling, placing it skin-side up and uncovered. Wait 5-10 minutes before slicing it open with a sharp knife and beginning to eat. Letting the duck breast sit for awhile before cutting it will help distribute the temperature evenly and spread the moisture around. | Clean and oil the grate to prevent the duck breast from sticking. Set up a hot side and cool side of the grill. Move the duck breast from the pan to the hot side of the grill. Flip the duck breast over to grill for 2-3 more minutes. Switch the duck breast to the cooler side of the grill. Let the duck breast sit for at least 5 minutes before cutting it. |
. Exploring your house for that unidentified sound in the night or to going to the aid of a loved one with empty hands is not a smart idea. Equipping yourself is therefore important. The three main categories of firearms are pistols (handguns), shotguns, and rifles. The very first step is to intimately familiarize yourself with firearm safety rules. For example, be sure of your target and what's beyond it. Don't shoot your teenage son sneaking back into the house. Also, remember that most likely the bullets you are firing will go through the walls in your house, and could therefore strike loved ones. Consider tactically preparing yourself with a pistol for suggestions on arming yourself with a pistols. Pistols are a lightweight, efficient, and popular choice for personal defense. An alternative, and highly recommended, firearm to have would be a pump-action shotgun. Shotguns have much better stopping power than a pistol. A pump-action is recommended as reliability is of the utmost importance, but you can also use break-action shotguns to good effect. Don't be fooled by those who say that shotguns are point and shoot. Shotguns take as much training and practice as pistols and rifles. Rifles are the third common option. Rifles, again, produce (even in some smaller calibers) significantly more stopping power than most pistols, but they require just as much precision. A magazine-fed, semi-automatic rifle is the suggested choice as two hands may not always be available, and the option to quickly shoot multiple rounds is often a welcome one. For pistols, the largest pistol possible is recommended for the best stopping power and controllability, while for a rifle or shotgun (from now on they will be called "long guns"), the shortest length possible is preferred. These preferences are obviously "within reason", as a 4-foot-long freak-pistol, or a 12-inch-long long gun are impractical and defy the intended use of the specific weapons. If you are the only one in the house, or everyone in the house is in the room you are in, then your choices are much easier. If you are sure there is a very-unwelcome guest in your house, call the local police. Lock the door to your bedroom (and any other entrances — if available), and be prepared. Do not move, wait for the police to come. Do not approach the police with a firearm in your hand, be sure to holster it or set it down once the police are in your immediate vicinity. The reason why you wait in this situation is because searching a house is very dangerous, and nothing (other than loved ones) should be worth dying over. Plus, insurance should cover any stolen or damaged items. This should only be done if you know an intruder is in your house and you have loved ones elsewhere in the house. Be sure you call the police before you take any actions, and be sure to tell them you are armed and that you are going to try to retrieve or protect your loved one(s). The other situation in which you might need to use these techniques is if you are unsure about an intruder and you wish to make sure there is no danger. In this case you should also arm yourself with a cell phone, as you may need to call the police while not near a land line. | Choose an appropriate firearm Choose different sizes or gauges depending on effect. Decide your course of action, before you do anything. Know what's in store if you decide to search and clear. |
To perform this kind of regular check/maintenance, you should: Check the fuel level every day to confirm you're not leaking any fuel. Check all your fluid levels - oil, brake fluid and coolant, if applicable. Check the throttle cable play. Confirm smooth operation and that it returns properly to the closed position. Check steering lock and lever notches for any uneven feel or interference with the operation of any cables at full lock. Check brake pedal play, as specified in your motorcycle's manual. Confirm the wear lining indicator is within usable range. Check drive chain slack, as specified in your manual. Check your lights and horn. Check the clutch lever play. Ensure smooth steering movement. Make sure there are no restrictions. Ensure both bike stands return to their fully upright position. Check the correct inflation pressure in both tires. Make sure you have adequate tire tread depth and no cracks or splits. Adjust the rear viewing span of mirror if needed. Ensure kill switch functionality. Check brake hoses for chafing or leakage. Take care of these checks weekly or every 200 miles, whichever is sooner. Check oil level - does it require topping-up? Top up if so. Check your tire pressure with an accurate gauge. Check the battery. If it's not maintenance-free, then check the electrolyte level and top up with distilled water if necessary. Check the control cables. Lubricate as necessary Check the brakes. Pads and disks should be checked for wear and replaced if necessary. Check and top-up your fluids. Adjust the drum brakes as necessary. Do a full visual inspection. Check for loose nuts and bolts and spokes. Check for fork seal leaks and any other oil leaks. Perform these tasks every month or every 1,000 miles (whichever is sooner). Check the spark plugs. Clean and adjust or replace; anything other than a light/medium brown deposit may indicate problems. Check control cables. Adjust for free play. Check Idle speed. Adjust as necessary. Lubricate control lever pivots. Check these items once every three months, or 2,500 miles (whichever is sooner). Change the oil and filter. Change the air filter. Check wheel and steering head bearings and grease them. Replace if necessary. Check the exhaust system for leakage. Complete these checks every year or every 10,000 miles (whichever is sooner). Do all the above half-yearly maintenance tasks. Replace spark plugs. Check suspension linkages for play. Replace linkage, bearings, and bushes as necessary. | Check some basics on your bike every day, or every time you read. Do weekly maintenance. Do a monthly check. Perform quarterly maintenance. Do annual maintenance. |
Start with local relief efforts if you want to support people affected in your area. If you're unsure of what charity to support, you can use independent charity evaluator rating sites (like Charity Navigator or Charity Watch) to determine which charities are providing effective relief to fire victims.Be cautious of charities that spring up directly after a fire. They may not have the infrastructure to reach affected people like more established organizations can. Your local chapter of the Red Cross may step in, especially when widespread loss is involved. Getting in touch with the Red Cross online, by phone, or in person is one of the quickest ways to find out how you can help. You can find the contact information for your local Red Cross location by using the online search tool: http://www.redcross.org/find-your-local-chapter You can also contact the Red Cross by phone at 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). When widespread fire damage is an issue, the Red Cross will need both donations and volunteers. If you cannot donate money or supplies, donating your time is another option worth considering. Depending on the circumstances, various businesses, churches, and government offices in your area might be accepting donations for the fire victims. You can donate money and supplies to fire victims you don't know through these donation drop-off points. If you do not know where to look, call your city hall, local news station, or local radio station. These sources of information might be able to direct you to a place accepting donations. Churches are common donation drop-off points, as are radio stations and news stations. Your Public Utility District (PUD) or city hall might be accepting donations, too. Businesses often establish themselves as donation drop-off points, too, especially when widespread fire damage is an issue. These businesses can vary in nature and may include banks, credit unions, restaurants, and home improvement stores. When house fires sweep through a broad area and cause widespread loss, many pets get lost and picked up by local animal shelters. Donate to the local shelter to help them handle the influx of pet. By assisting the animal shelter, you allow them to save and support more pets for a longer period. This gives their owners a greater chance to find them again. Aside from dog food and cat food, you should also consider donating crates, cat litter, toys, towels, and beds. | Identify a charity to support. Contact the Red Cross. Find local donation drop-off points. Donate food and supplies to local animal shelters. |
Take a wide mouth canning jar and place two tablespoons of salad dressing in the bottom. Next add hard vegetables like cucumbers, beets, carrots, or peppers. Then add a protein like beans, grilled chicken, or tofu. Top your protein with some nuts or seeds, and then place your salad greens on top. Screw on a lid and enjoy on the go! You can store Mason jar salads in the refrigerator for 4 days. Try making several salads as part of your weekend meal prep and enjoy throughout the week. If you're making salads ahead of time, wait until the day you plan on eating the salad to add the protein and the dressing. You can place the protein directly on top of the greens. You can quickly make a wrap or sandwich that is healthy and portable. Start with a whole grain wrap or bread as your base. Then add a lean protein like tuna or turkey. Top with lettuce, tomato, carrots, and/or cucumber. Add low-fat mayonnaise and/or mustard and enjoy! Make your wrap or sandwich portable by wrapping it in plastic or foil. If you're packing a sandwich to go, you can wait to add the mayonnaise or mustard. Instead, pack it separately in a small plastic container or plastic bag. An easy grab and go choice is a make-ahead salad that includes grains, vegetables, and protein. Try cooking one cup of quinoa and letting it cool. Then chop one tomato, one green pepper, four green onions, two cloves of garlic, and a handful of cilantro. Mix the vegetables with the quinoa. Add one can of drained black beans. Top the salad with four tablespoons of olive oil and three tablespoons of balsamic vinegar. Grain based salads are easy to make in large quantities. You can prepare them on the weekend for easy lunches all week long. Choose a different grain-based salad each week and try a 4-week rotation to mix up your lunch routine. Whole grain pasta can be a great base for a lunch on the go. Try combining whole-wheat penne with chopped zucchini, red peppers, cucumber, and feta cheese. Top it off with balsamic vinegar and olive oil or some low-fat bottled salad dressing, like Greek or Italian. | Make a Mason jar salad. Put together a healthy sandwich or wrap. Try a grain-based salad. Make a whole grain pasta salad. |
Making sure the curler is not turned on, put rubbing alcohol on a cotton swab and rub the area of the wand that touches your lashes until there is no residue. Do not use water and soap on electric curlers. Running a heated curler (battery operated or electric) underwater can damage the circuitry and ruin the curler. If it is battery operated, look inside the cartridge to determine what kind of batteries it requires. If it's an electric curler, plug it into a nearby outlet. Most battery operated curlers use AAA batteries. Some curlers require you to hold down an “On” button until it reaches the heat you desire. Other curlers simply have an “On” switch you can press and do not have to continue holding down. Before using the curler, hold it against the skin on the back of your hand. If it is uncomfortable to leave against your skin, it is too hot to use on your lashes. Wait for 10 - 20 seconds and test again. Gently clamp the heated curler on the lashes 2-3 times. Work from the lashline or lash band toward the tip of the lashes. Follow the curl with mascara for more length and definition. | Clean the heated curler using rubbing alcohol. Prepare the curler with necessary attachments or accessories. Follow the curler’s instructions for how to turn it on. Wait for the wand to cool down to a warm temperature. Use the curler on your lashes. |
Once a member of your fishing party has caught a tuna on the line, slow the speed of the fishing boat and don't make any unnecessary turns. This will make it easier for the angler to reel in the tuna. If the boat accelerates or makes sharp turns, the tuna may break the line or slip the hook. Under these conditions, the tuna should swim up alongside the boat and present itself for gaffing. If you feel impatient and strike too early, you’ll likely miss the fish altogether and have to start the gaffing process over again. Stay patient: allow the person holding the fishing rod to work the fish in close to the boat. Don't strike with the gaff until the tuna is alongside the boat. If you’re standing in the stern of a fishing boat, wait to gaff at least until the tuna is flush with the back wall of the boat. New gaffers make a common mistake by attempting to gaff a tuna too early, when it's still trailing behind the boat. Since the gaff hook is curved, you can't drive it straight into the tuna. Do not gaff a tuna from its near side (close to the wall of the boat). Instead, reach the gaff over the tuna's head and body, and point the hook back towards yourself to impale the fish. This will also benefit you by decreasing the chance that you’ll cut the fishing line. If you reach in front of the fish's head and over the fishing line, you risk slicing the line with the sharp point of the gaff. | Keep the boat heading straight, at a low speed. Wait for the tuna to come alongside the boat. Reach the gaff over the tuna. |
The schematic should include the main area you’d like to water and any adjacent areas you'd like to have covered by the sprinklers. Starting with a schematic will enable you to plan the routing of pipelines and placement of sprinkler heads so you can purchase your materials. Drawing out the area you'd like to irrigate will also ensure that the entire area is covered by the sprinklers. These will be your “zones,” or areas which will be watered as a unit. Consider the type(s) of terrain contained in each zone. For the sake of sprinkler installation, try to limit each zone to 1 type of terrain. For example, 1 zone could be a large, grassy backyard and another could include a garden or sidewalk-side shrubberies. Areas larger than 1,200 square feet (110 m2) would require special heads and a higher volume of water than you can normally get from a residential water system. Locate the sprinkler heads throughout the areas you’re watering in accordance with the spraying distance of the heads you chose. Mark the to-scale distance that each head will spray onto your schematic. Then, decide which shape you want each head to spray in. A good-quality rotor head will spray an arc, semicircle, or full circle about 25–30 feet (7.6–9.1 m) in diameter. If you’re using rotor heads, situate each head about 45 feet (14 m) apart to allow adequate overlap. Fixed pop-up head sprinklers spray roughly 10 feet (3.0 m). To ensure adequate coverage, install fixed pop-up heads about 18 feet (5.5 m) apart from one another. If you’re installing bubbler sprinkler heads, map them out so that the heads are located about 1.5 feet (0.46 m) apart, since each will cover a radius of roughly 1.75 feet (0.53 m). As a rule of thumb, it's better to have too much overlap than not enough. Keep in mind when you're positioning the sprinkler heads that the angle of spray on rotor and pop-up heads can be adjusted. Start the line from the location where you plan to install your control valves, timer (if automatically operated), and backflow preventer. Regardless of where you’re installing the water system, the main line will most likely start from an outdoor water nozzle. Keep in mind that the PVC pipe you’ll use for the water lines can curve only slightly, so all lines must be straight and should turn at 90-degree angles. This portion of the diagram will give you an idea of the length of pipe you’ll need. The sketch can be rough, though. Branch lines are the smaller pipes that connect the main line to each of the individual sprinkler heads. Sprinkler heads themselves are never attached to the main lines, but always to the branch lines. You can route a branch line to more than 1 head if you use a 3⁄4 inch (1.9 cm) pipe, but 2 heads should be the limit. Further down the line, you may decrease the size of the main to 3⁄4 inch (1.9 cm), also, since near the end it will be supplying only 2 or 3 heads. | Draw a roughly to-scale diagram of the areas you wish to irrigate. Divide the areas into rectangles of about 1,200 sq ft (110 m2) each. Mark the location of each sprinkler head on your diagram. Draw in the main water line. Draw branch lines from the main line to each head. |
You want to compose an ad that will appeal to type of roommate you are seeking. Coining a catchy and engaging headline can direct and hook potential roommates. Keep your headline short and to the point. Remember, this is just to draw in potential roommates. For example, if you are looking for a roommate who attends a nearby college or university, you could use the headline, "Roommate Wanted to Share Great Apartment Near Campus!" If you have pets, you could write “Cat lover seeking cat lover to share great apartment and kitty cuddles.” One of the most important items potential roommates look for in an ad is the apartment or house location. This can help weed out potential roommates who may not like the location or cannot afford it. Include basic information about the location such as if it is a house, an apartment building, and how many people live there. If you want to protect your privacy, only include the apartment building name, not your unit number. Inform readers of the type of building, the location, and the neighborhood. With a house, you can include the street. Ask potential roommates to email or call you for an interview and the house or building's specific location. List the features of the room, apartment or house, and the neighborhood. Consider things that will appeal to the type of roommate you are seeking to help you locate the best person for you and your flat. Make sure to include features about the apartment such as furnished, clean, friendly community, carpeting, windows, washer and dryer, and air conditioning. You’ll also want to include information about public transportation and parking. For example, if you are looking for a roommate who is quiet and a homebody, you may want to include things like "located in secluded area, quiet at night, perfect for individuals who want to avoid noisy bar traffic." If you are looking for someone who could go out with you, you could write “located in an area close to restaurants, bars and nightlife.” Write a brief description of the current occupants of the house including you, other roommates, and pets. This can also help weed out people who may not have similar needs or wants as you. Include information about how you and any other occupants use the apartment or house, whether it is active or quiet, or if people work or stay at home all day. Make sure to include the sex and age range of everyone living in the apartment or house. It might seem like you are being picky to include the type of roommate you want, but the point of your ad is to attract someone with whom you can live. Listing specifics such as nonsmoker, male or female, and attributes is very important and can help you run avoid uncomfortable situations down the road. Depending on where you live, there may be discrimination laws about excluding certain people or groups as roommates. For example, it may be illegal to write “no women” or “Christians only” in an ad. Consult local rental laws to see what you can and cannot include in a roommate wanted ad. This part of the ad should make the right person say “that's the flat or house for me.” Make sure to include information about items such as cleaning expectations, behavior in common areas, cooking, smoking, parties, and guests. Towards the end of your ad, include financial information about renting with you. Be as specific as possible and make sure to include any additional fees such as utilities or cleaning costs. Potential roommates should know exactly how much they will be expected to pay prior to applying, which should also help weed out unwanted persons. List the rent, the cost of utilities, and any other fees such as cleaning services or parking rates. Make sure to include how much security deposit you require. You may want to let potential roommates know that you will be conducting interviews for the space. It's always a good idea to ask for references from potential renters. You can include a line about references with the financial information, which may detract otherwise unsavory potential roommates. You want potential roommates to contact you without sharing too much information. This will help protect your privacy. You can include your first name in the ad, but don't use your last name. Only include a phone number if you have caller ID. Use an anonymous e-mail address created specifically for your roommate search. This will make it easy to ignore people that may not be right for your space. Including pictures of the space you are advertising can also help attract potential roommates. Make sure to include pictures of the room, common areas, and any other features you want to highlight. | Coin a catchy headline. Define the location of the house or apartment. Promote the apartment with its features. Describe the current occupants. Explain what type of roommate you are seeking. List the cost of rent and any other fees or expenses. Provide your contact information at the bottom of the ad. Attach photos of the advertised space. |
Monday: Run 2 miles (3.2 km). Try to run for as long as you can at your goal pace. Track yourself to see how long you can maintain the pace that you want. Tuesday: Run 6 to 8 sprints of 1/4 mile (400 m) at a pace of between 90 seconds to 2 minutes per interval. Between each interval, jog slowly for 1 to 2 minutes so that your body can recover. Wednesday: Take the day off, swim or do an upper body workout. Thursday: Run 2 miles (3.2 km), timing your pace to see how quickly you can complete your miles. Then, jog 2 miles (3.2 km) at a slower pace. Friday: Run 3 miles (4.8 km) worth of intervals at a pace of between 90 seconds to 2 minutes. Really push yourself today to see if you can increase your pace. If you drop below your pace, take 2 minutes to walk or jog and then try to get back on pace. If you can't keep up a steady pace, go back to intervals. Just push yourself as hard as you can. Saturday: Jog 4 to 6 miles (6.4 to 9.7 km) at an easy pace. Monday: Run 2 miles (3.2 km). Stay at goal pace throughout both miles. Tuesday: Run 6 to 8 sprints of 1/2 mile (800 m) at a pace of between 3 and 4 minutes. You want to increase your distance while keeping your pace the same. Wednesday: Take the day off, swim or do upper body strength training Thursday: Run 2 miles (3.2 km) at your goal pace and then jog 2 miles (3.2 km) at a relaxed pace. Friday: Run 3 miles (4.8 km) at your goal pace. If you can't keep up your goal pace, switch to intervals or try walking or jogging for 2 minutes before trying to run again at goal pace. Saturday: Long, leisurely run of 4 to 6 miles (6.4 to 9.7 km). Make sure to stretch well. | Perform the following routine during Weeks 1 to 4: Intensify the routine during Weeks 5 to 8: |
Add 4 to 5 tablespoons (60 to 75 ml) of almond milk, 2 egg whites, and 1 to 2 tablespoons (13 to 26 g) of coconut oil to a small bowl. Stir the ingredients until they’re fully combined. You can substitute olive oil for the coconut oil if you prefer. To determine how much almond milk and coconut oil to use, consider the length and thickness of your hair. Longer, coarser hair usually requires more of both. Once the mask is mixed up, carefully massage it into your hair. Start at the roots and work it all the way through to the ends. Allow the mask to sit on your hair for at least 20 minutes. Because the mask is on the thin side, it's a good idea to put a shower cap or plastic wrap over it to prevent drips. You can sleep with the mask on your hair overnight for a deep conditioning treatment. Just be sure to cover it with the shower cap or plastic wrap to prevent stains on your sheets. When you’re ready to remove the mask, rinse it out of your hair with cold water to avoid cooking the egg whites. Follow up with a mild shampoo to remove any remaining residue. It's important to use a conditioner after you shampoo your hair. Use this mask one to two times a week to keep your hair smooth and shiny. | Combine all of the ingredients. Apply the mask to your hair and let it sit. Wash it out with cold water and shampoo. |
This ceremony takes place two or three days before the wedding. During Haldi, a paste made of turmeric, gram flour, curd, sandalwood and rose water are applied on the hands, feet, and face of the bride and the groom. Hindu weddings are full of color and vibrancy. A canopy of flowers will go up during this time in the house where the wedding will be and color will seem to pop up everywhere. The bride and all of her close family members get the palms of their hands and feet decorated by a professional henna artist. The henna is believed to enhance the bride's beauty. This ceremony usually takes place a day before the wedding. This is similar to a bachelorette party, but without the antics and alcohol. It's more about a celebration of the journey to marriage than the decoration or getting crazy. Traditionally, the groom arrives at the wedding on a horse, accompanied by his closest friends and family members. The large procession includes lots of singing and dancing. This signifies the groom's and his family's happiness in accepting the new bride. Certain, more unconventional and modern, weddings will have the groom arrive in a cavalcade of cars. The bride's family, armed with garlands and traditional Indian sweets, then welcomes the groom and his family. Milni is an important tradition where the groom's family is honored by the bride's family. This is generally done at the house where the wedding is taking place. A red kum-kum (a powder) mark is applied to everyone's foreheads. The members of each family are introduced to one another, encouraging peace and acceptance. Before the ceremony begins, a Ganesh Puja is performed for good luck. This is important as Ganesh is the destroyer of all obstacles. The ceremony generally involves both the bride's and the groom's primary family members. This God is important to the Hindus and prepares them for their life ahead. | Spruce yourself up for the Haldi ceremony. Get your hands ready for the Mehndi Ceremony. Welcome the Baraat – the arrival of the groom and his family. Have Milni – the meeting of the bride and grooms' families. Get devoted by performing Ganesh Puja. |
This helps open your vagina as much as possible so it's easier to insert the suppository. You'll be able to push it in deeper than you would in other positions, which helps it be more effective. Pull your legs as far back as possible, rather than just bending your knees. You may be able to get your suppository to stick to the end of your finger. If this doesn't work, hold the suppository at the entrance to your vaginal canal. Then, put the tip of your finger behind it to push it into your vagina. Remember to use a light touch when handling the suppository, as it can easily melt in your hands. This will likely be as far as your finger will go, as well. If you feel any resistance, stop pushing and leave the suppository where it is. You should not feel any pain or discomfort when you insert the suppository. If you do, stop pushing and remove your finger. Slide your finger out, leaving the suppository in place. Make sure you don't remove any of the medicine when you pull out your finger. It's unlikely that the suppository will stay stuck to your finger. If this happens, however, re-insert the suppository into your vagina. Press against the side wall of your vagina to help it stick. Relax in a lying down position for a moment before getting up. The suppository will start melting immediately after you insert it into your vagina. You don't need to stay lying down after you insert the suppository. Scrub your hands with soap for 20 seconds, then rinse them clean in warm, running water. This will prevent the progesterone from absorbing into the skin on your hands and fingers. | Lie on your bed with your bent knees pulled back toward your chest. Place the suppository on the end of your finger. Push the suppository into your vagina as far as it will comfortably go. Remove your finger from your vagina. Lower your legs back down onto the bed. Wash your hands after handling the progesterone suppositories. |
Lay the rhubarb along a sheet of aluminum foil and fold the edges over the stalks. Don't seal the edges completely. Leave a small space for air to get in and out. Tightly wrapping the stalks traps in moisture and ethylene (a hormone that ripens vegetables) so your rhubarb will go bad faster. Don't wash the rhubarb until you're ready to eat it. The best spot in the fridge for your rhubarb is the vegetable crisper drawer because it has the highest humidity. It won't dry out the stalks. After 1 month or if you notice moldy spots, toss any uneaten rhubarb. Keep your refrigerator at a temperature of 32 to 40 °F (0 to 4 °C) for storing rhubarb. To freeze the rhubarb properly, first rinse it and pat it dry with a paper towel. Then chop the rhubarb into small pieces and put them in an airtight container or resealable freezer bag. Place the container in the freezer to use within 1 year. If you’re using a freezer bag, remove any excess air before sealing it shut. Label your container or bag with the date and the contents using a permanent marker. Frozen rhubarb is great for smoothies or baking. | Wrap the rhubarb stalks loosely in aluminum foil. Place the wrapped rhubarb in the fridge for 2 to 4 weeks. Freeze the rhubarb for up to 1 year if you aren’t using it right away. |
It's best to choose someone who is supportive, kind, and close to you (if possible). If you want to come out to your parents, and one parent is more accepting than the other, come out to the more accepting parent first. They can help you come out to your other parent. The best time will depend for different people. It's best to come out during a calm time, when they are reasonably happy and not distracted by other things. If you aren't sure if this is a good time to talk, you can ask them if it is. If you anticipate a heartfelt conversation, try asking "I'd like to tell you about something that's important to me. Is now a good time?" If you're planning a longer conversation, then talk about what you think and feel. "I wanted to let you know that I'm gay. I've had feelings for girls since I was 7 years old. I'm telling you this because I want to share the important parts of my life with you, and I'm hoping for your support." "I've had a crush on another boy for a while now. I'm pretty sure I'm gay. I'm telling you because I'm hoping that I can share this part of my life together, and that I can turn to you for advice and support with dating." Some people might be worried about how you'll cope in a homophobic society. Talk about how being openly gay helps you feel authentic and happy, and ask for their support. Some people may have suspected you were gay, while others might be surprised and need a moment. Let them think about it, without pushing for a reaction right away. Sometimes, people's first reaction is what society has taught them how to react, while their second reaction is more genuine and thoughtful. If they are saying hurtful things, walk away. They might come back later once they have cleared their head and come to their senses. You might have a long face-to-face conversation, or you might just say "Hey, I'm gay" and keep it simple. It's up to you, and what you think works best with the friend and your relationship. More and more people are open to the idea of LGBT+ people, so you may find that many of your friends are accepting. | Choose the first person you're going to come out to. Come out during an appropriate time. When in doubt, speak from the heart. Emphasize your happiness to people who care about you. Give them time to process, if needed. Start coming out to more casual friends as you feel ready. |
Antiperspirant and deodorant aren't magic. The FDA regulates antiperspirant and deodorant, but it only requires that antiperspirant cut down on sweat by 20% to be considered “all day,” and 30% to be considered “extra strength.” There are some differences in men's and women's sweat glands—women have more individual glands, but each gland on men's bodies produces more sweat—but these differences do not affect how deodorant will work. Ingredients do not really change between men's and women's varieties, although they may look and smell different. Women will probably save money by switching to a men's product, since there tends to be a price mark-up for items marketed to women. While Americans tend to prefer solids and roll-ons, sprays account for half of all deodorant sales worldwide. There are several factors to consider when deciding which is right for you. Many roll-ons go on clear, but they create a wet feeling that some may find uncomfortable. Solids feel drier, and they often contain soothing ingredients to counteract irritation. However, it is difficult to avoid getting solid deodorant on clothing. Sprays dry quickly and last longer than roll-ons and solids, but they are often more expensive than other products. Especially if you shave your armpits, this area of skin can be very sensitive. Certain ingredients in deodorant can exacerbate this problem. Read ingredient lists very carefully if you tend toward dryness or sensitivity. Just like laundry detergent, perfume, and other products, deodorant often contains fragrances, which can irritate your skin and cause reactions similar to seasonal allergies. Many products also contain alcohol as a propellant (sprays) and/or antimicrobial agent. This may also be a deterrent to those with dry or sensitive skin. Your body can develop resistance to specific formulas, so experts recommend switching brands every six months. Scientists aren't exactly sure why this happens, but it may be due to excess sweat breaking through. You can also avoid resistance by applying antiperspirant at night, when you sweat less, anyway. If all else fails, your doctor can write you a prescription for a product stronger than those available over the counter. | Understand labels. Look past “men’s” and “women’s” varieties. Consider solids, roll-ons, and sprays. Think about fragrances and other possible irritants. Be prepared to change it up. See your doctor. |
Cuts of pork are at their toughest when the muscle fibers making up the meat are long and intact. To begin tenderizing the pork before seasoning or cooking it, try breaking up the muscle fibers using a meat mallet (sometimes called a "meat tenderizer"). These usually take the form of either a heavy hammer or mallet with a spiked surface used for beating the meat or a sharp-pronged tool used for stabbing into the meat. The goal is similar with either — simply bash or stab the meat to break up its muscle fibers. If you don't have one of these specialty tools, don't sweat it. You can also use an ordinary fork or even your bare hands to get the same effect if you don't have a mallet handy. Stab, pummel, or mash the meat to break up the muscle fibers and make a more tender dish. Marinades are a great way to both add flavor to meat and make it more tender. However, not all marinades are created equal — to tenderize pork, your marinade needs to contain either an acid or a tenderizing enzyme. Both of these types of chemicals break down the tightly coiled proteins in meat on the molecular level. However, using too much of either of these substances is a bad idea — too much acid can actually make meat tougher by denaturing its proteins and too much tenderizing enzyme can make meat mushy. Acids like citrus juices, vinegars, and wines are common in many pork marinade recipes. For instance, it's not uncommon to see red wine paired with soy sauce and other ingredients (like brown sugar) as a pork marinade. To avoid the toughening effect that can occur with strongly acidic marinades, you may want to use an acidic dairy product instead — yogurt and buttermilk are only mildly acidic and make great marinade bases for juicy, delicious pork chops. Tenderizing enzymes can be found in the juices of several fruits. For instance, pineapple, which contains the enzyme bromelain, and papaya, which contains the enzyme papain, are both excellent tenderizing ingredients. However, it's important to remember that in high doses, these enzymes can work too well, producing mushy meat. Brining is a technique similar to marinating that is especially well-suited to lean cuts of pork (like loin chops). Brining involves soaking your meat in salt water to increase the tenderness and moistness of the final dish. Brines always contain salt and water, but can also include other ingredients for added flavor like apple cider, brown sugar, rosemary, and thyme. Because brining can give the pork a salty taste, generally, you'll want to avoid applying too much salt when eating your pork or applying a salty dry rub after brining. For a great brine recipe, combine 1 gallon (3.8 L) water, 3/4 cup salt, 3/4 cup sugar, and black pepper to taste in a large bowl and stir to dissolve (heating the water in a pot can speed up the dissolving process). Add your pork to the bowl, cover, and refrigerate until you begin cooking. Depending on the type of pork you're cooking, optimal brining times will vary. For instance, pork chops usually require about 12 hours to a full day, whole pork loin roasts can require several days of brining, and tenderloin can be ready in as few as six hours. Another option for tenderizing your pork is to use an artificial meat tenderizer. These meat-tenderizing substances usually come in the form of a powder but are also sometimes available as liquids. Often, the active ingredient in these tenderizers is papain, the natural meat-softening chemical found in papayas. As with papaya, it's important to remember not to over-use meat tenderizer or it's possible to get a piece of meat with an unpleasantly soft texture. Always apply meat tenderizer sparingly. Lightly dampen the surface of your pork with water just before cooking, then sprinkle evenly with about 1 teaspoon of meat tenderizer per pound of meat. Pierce the meat with a fork at roughly 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) intervals and begin cooking. If your meat tenderizer is labeled as "seasoned", it will usually contain salt — in this case, don't season with extra salt before cooking. | Use a meat mallet. Use a tenderizing marinade. Brine the pork. Use a commercial meat tenderizer. |
No one can tell you what music you can or cannot rock out to. Sure, it's a little tough to jam to Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake, but if you're up for a challenge, go for it. Whatever "it" is, turn it up. Turn it way, way up. This is not to burst your eardrums or to attract the attention of neighborhood watch--this is to drown out all worldly distractions. In order to successfully rock out, you must clear your mind of everything keeping you from mastering the air guitar while simultaneously winding up in the drop splits. After all, these things are just holding you back. Turn down everything else. That means turning off your phone, the TV, and anything else that could possibly awaken you from your soon-to-be rocking reverie. These coming moments are for you and only you. No one else should ever be granted the privilege of witnessing your practiced methods of physio melodic expression. Wear whatever the heck you want. Some may opt for their old, ratty Peter Frampton Comes Alive! t-shirt from 1975 while others may wish to be naked as a jaybird. Still others may have a red jumpsuit, blonde hair extensions, and light purple eyeshadow that does the trick. Pick your poison for the mood. Close the windows, draw the curtains, and lock the door. You don't want Earl Hindman peering over his fence to watch you roaming about in your tighty whities or your baby sister walking in to think you're having a seizure. No emergency vehicles should be called during the making of this venture. Is he a head-banging, guitar-shredding maniac? Maybe a bootylicious, lascivious heartbreaker? Your identity determines how you rock out. What instrument does your alter-ego play? Can he feel it coming in the air tonight? If so, would he do an appropriate air drum solo? Or would he dangerously dangle and spin a mic cord as he sticks his thumbs in his too-tight-if-he-weren't-a-rockstar leather pants? How often would he break his air guitar? If you know how to play a rockin' instrument, or are learning, these same principles apply. However, it's a little hard to get down on the clarinet. Unless, of course, you can power-slide while playing a little diddy. If your other half is a little more toned down and wouldn't be caught attempting to breakdance on a shag rug, fear not! One can rock out with dance, song, and crumping. The danger zone. You'll know you're there when time stops but the music continues. Don't think about it! Let it happen. Let it flow. You'll know you achieved a rocker's nirvana afterward. Let your hair down. While you headbang, the freedom will wash over you like holy water on a baby's bare head. Not a hair on your scalp or a muscle in your body should feel restricted. Climb on virtually everything that can be climbed on without breaking. Your rocking out should exist on all planes. That means you rock out on the floor, on the bed, on the tables, but not on your mom's collection of ceramic cows. Close your eyes. You see that nothing in your hands? Nope, you don't. That's your own custom Fender Telecaster. And that Berber carpet? NO! That's a mosh pit. So be careful. | Turn up the music. Get comfortable. Develop your alter-ego. Find the zone. |
The best way to “train” yourself to have willpower is to be willing to sacrifice your desire for instant gratification for the sake of a long-term reward. Eventually, your reward can be “living well” or “experiencing financial stability,” but for learning to exercise your willpower, it's best to have a concrete reward. For example, if you are on a weight loss journey, trying to control impulsive eating habits, your end reward may be a shopping spree for an entire new wardrobe in your new size. If you are controlling your impulse spending, you can have something costly that you normally wouldn't be able to save for as your final reward. For example, you may buy a new big-screen television or go on a relaxing trip to a tropical island with a friend. This is the essence of cultivating your willpower. When you feel tempted to give in to an impulse, realize that what you really want is that short-lived feeling of instant gratification. If your impulsive behavior is contrary to your goals, you will likely feel guilty after indulging in the instant gratification. To resist an impulse for instant gratification, try the following: Acknowledge what you want to do Tell yourself you are just looking for instant gratification Remind yourself of your short-term or long-term goals Ask yourself whether giving into your impulse is worth getting off-track for or jeopardizing your final goal. For example, if you are working to control food impulses and you are standing next to a cookie tray at a party: Admit that you want a cookie (or five) Acknowledge that the cookie may satisfy your craving or impulse for right now Remind yourself that you are working towards a goal of losing 40 pounds and a reward of getting to buy a new wardrobe Ask yourself whether the temporary satisfaction of eating a cookie is worth getting off-track with your progress and potentially not getting your new wardrobe in the end. A motivation or reward system will not change your willpower in the long run, but it can help set you on the road to success. Because a big end reward can take a long time to get to, it can be effective to give yourself smaller “guidepost” rewards for progress. For example, if you have one week of making good choices about food, you can indulge in a favorite treat at the end of the week. Alternatively, you can reward yourself with something non-food related, such as a pedicure or massage. If you are controlling impulsive spending, you might give yourself a reward for saving. For example, you may decide that for every $500 you save, you get to splurge and spend $50 on anything you want. | Keep the “big picture” in mind. Forgo instant gratification. Give yourself mini-rewards for progress. |
Selena's makeup artist insists that getting enough sleep is a secret to beautiful skin. While adults need 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night, teens need more. Getting enough sleep will help you have clearer skin, better concentration, and more control over your eating and exercise habits. Set an alarm to remind you to go to bed. Wind down before your bedtime by reading, taking a bath, meditating, or writing in your journal. Go to bed at the same time each night and wake up at the same time each morning. This will help your body develop a good sleep schedule. Selena has credited yoga with helping her stay in shape and feel more relaxed. Join a yoga class, try a DVD, or consult a book or magazine to learn a few beginner stretches. Take things slow and listen to your body as you learn the poses. Talk to your doctor before trying any new workouts. You may be able to find free classes in your community. Check sites like meetup.com for opportunities in your area. If you are a teen or younger, ask your parents to check them out with you before trying to go alone or with friends. Selena also uses pilates to keep her body healthy. Pilates is a low-impact workout that focuses on balance, strength, and flexibility. In addition to helping your muscles, it will also help your posture. Anyone can do pilates, though you should start slow if you’re a beginner. Sign up for a class at your school or a local gym. Alternatively, you could buy or download a recorded workout. Ask your doctor before trying a new workout. Selena herself uses SoulCycle to stay in shape, which is a style of indoor cycling. If you want to try cycling, you could try either a bicycle or an indoor stationary bike, depending on what fits your needs. You may be able to find a stationary bike at a gym, or you can try buying one for your home. Look online for a second-hand bicycle or stationary bike. Check with your doctor before you start cycling. Selena is constantly dancing on tour, which helps her stay fit. Not only is dancing great for your body, it's also a fun hobby that can help boost your mood and help you meet friends. Sign up for classes at school, a local studio, or a gym. If you can't join a class now, you can dance at home! Try online tutorials or a DVD. Invite a few friends to dance with you. Selena says that she drinks so much water she even keeps some in her bathroom. Make sure that you drink at least 8 glasses per day to stay hydrated and keep your skin looking fresh. Carry a cute reusable water bottle with you. Add lemon slices, orange slices, or cucumber slices to your water for a little added flavor. Fruits and vegetables will help keep you healthy by supplying the vitamins and nutrients your body needs. They also fill you up on fewer calories. Selena likes to juice her fruits and veggies, but you can eat them whole or cooked if you prefer. Determine how many calories you should eat per day to maintain a healthy weight, then stick to that goal. | Sleep 8 to 10 hours each night. Relax with yoga. Stretch and strengthen with pilates. Stay fit with cycling. Take dance classes or follow YouTube tutorials. Drink water throughout the day. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables. |
A club must be active in order to be successful! Make sure you meet regularly, whether that's five days a week or once a month. Encourage every member to attend the meetings. It's also a good idea to create a clear agenda for each meeting so that you stay on track and complete any tasks or goals you create. Be sure to give every member an equal opportunity to speak during meetings. You may also want to assign each member small tasks to help them feel involved and invested in the club. Being part of a club means feeling included! It's a good idea to send out a brief synopsis of each meeting to members who aren't able to make it. Or, you could post updates on your club forum or social media page. You could even create a weekly or monthly newsletter that updates members on new developments. Encourage discussion between members outside of meetings through phone, email, forums, and social media. Ask your members to advertise the club to their family, friends, classmates, and coworkers. Word of mouth is a great way to find new members! Post or pass out flyers that advertise your club around your community. Be sure to include the date, time, and location of the next meeting or your contact information so people can learn more. You can also continue to post ads on classified and social media sites to find people who are interested in joining the club. | Host meetings on a regular basis. Stay in touch with the club members. Continue to recruit new members. |
Each website and application entails different social expectations, some of which may be unmentioned. Browse the Internet to determine what forms these expectations can take. It is often considered common courtesy, for example, to message a distant acquaintance on Facebook with a brief greeting before adding them as a friend. If a website or application does list any social expectations, of course, it is good practice to follow them. Many online forums, including the more updated and newfangled Reddit, will list their rules of engagement. Breaking these rules can lead to social exclusion and, at worst, banishment from the site or application. Note that online forums will often contain different messaging boards with their own unique sets of rules--don't presume that one subforum's rules will necessarily apply to another subforum. For example, Reddit's messaging board "askphilosophy" permits you to post open-ended questions, but its messaging board "philosophy" only permits you to post questions that are followed by some sort of argument or position. Meeting people online can be incredibly intimidating, but at some point the only way to succeed is simply by going forth and actually engaging people! Remember that the relative anonymity of the Internet means that you'll be able to retreat from uncomfortable situations at any time, which is helpful to remember if you end up needing to escape an awkward interaction. On the other hand, this same anonymity is what enables certain individuals to act more rashly or harshly than they otherwise would, and so it is important to disengage with these individuals and realize that their opinions have no bearing on the real, offline you. The anonymity of the Internet also means that you can never quite be assured of who you are dealing with. Never give out more personal information than you are comfortable giving out. Never agree to go anywhere or do anything that makes you feel uncomfortable. Trust your gut feeling about a situation. If you ever feel threatened, reach out out to the moderators of the website or application or find the link to report the individual in question. If you need additional support, you can contact a cyberbullying hotline managed by people who understand your situation. | Familiarize yourself with the social etiquette of the website or application. Engage with the online community! Stay safe, and always proceed with caution. |
Locate the back of the gills on the fish. Insert the knife into this location. Continue to cut until the head comes off completely. The gill slits are located next to the pectoral fin on the side of the fish. Insert the knife into the belly of the sunfish. Slide the knife all the way back to the vent. Make sure to avoid the organs as you do this. Once you’ve made the cut, remove all of the organs. The vent will be next to the anal fin, near the back of the belly. Save any fish roe (eggs) that you may find. Dispose of the organs when you remove them. Use the knife to remove the fins and tail on the sunfish. You don't have to make any special incisions to do this. Simply make a cut where the fins and tail begin. Dispose of the fins and tail when they have been removed. The fins you should remove are the dorsal fin, pectoral fin, anal fin, and caudal fin. The dorsal fin is located on top of the fish. The pectoral fin is located on the side of the sunfish. The pelvic and anal fins are beneath the fish. The caudal fin is essentially where the tail is. | Cut off the head. Remove the organs. Take off the fins and tail. |
Aries men are impulsive, and they love doing things on a whim. It keeps them feeling young and alive. Being with an Aries man, you may find that your plans to grab dinner together turn into a long night out with lots of dancing and exploring. Don't be surprised if he suggests doing something crazy or unexpected. Aries men don't mince words. They’re not afraid to tell you how they feel, even if it's not nice. Be prepared for this so you’re not caught off guard when it happens. Remember to not take their bluntness personally — it's just their personality. And if something he says hurts your feelings or offends you, don't be afraid to be honest and blunt back. Aries are natural leaders, and sometimes they can be bossy. There may be times when your Aries man tries to boss you around or tell you what to do, but that doesn't mean you should let him! Aries men actually like strong, independent people that stand up for themselves. Just don't try to control him back or you could scare him off. For example, if you have plans to do one thing but he's trying to tell you to do something else, don't be afraid to say no. You could say something like, “If you don't want to join me, that's fine, but this is what I’m doing.” Despite their flashy exterior and self-centered personality, Aries men are actually sensitive and caring deep down. Once you’ve gained his trust, your Aries man will confide in you and give you the emotional support you need. When you're hanging out alone with your Aries man, open up to him about your feelings and insecurities, and ask him questions about his own. He'll feel more comfortable being vulnerable with you if you're vulnerable with him too. | Plan on doing spontaneous things together. Expect him to be blunt and honest with you. Be ready to stand up for yourself if he starts acting controlling. Understand that he’s sensitive underneath his macho exterior. |
As everyone knows, choosing the right outfit for a party is a very important task. The first thing you need to consider is the time and location of the party, as this will affect everything - from your outfit and your shoes to your jewelry and makeup. If the party is during the day, at a bowling alley or theme park, you probably want to go with something comfortable yet cool, like jeans and a statement tee. Many people would not describe this as dressing up at all, but dressing up is a relative term. If the party is at night, in a fancy restaurant or club, you will probably need to go a little dressier and wear something like a cute dress, a playsuit or a skirt and top combo. When you're attending a cool party, you want to stand out -- but in a good way. So if you want to be unique, you should come up with a cool alternative to the norm that suits your personality but still fits with the vibe of the party. For example, if you're not the type of girl who would normally wear high heels, but you still want to look glam, you could try wearing a pair of bejewelled sneakers instead! Can you afford to buy a new outfit, or do you need to work with what's already in your wardrobe? If it's the latter, consider combining your existing clothes in new and unusual ways, try layering a couple of tops on top of each other, clashing non-matching patterns or combining unusual fabric -- like a black biker jacket with a pretty silk dress. When it comes to jewelry, decide whether you want to go understated and classic, or bold and over-the-top. For elegant evening parties, things like delicate diamond (or crystal) earrings and pearl necklaces are perfect. For night parties, you can go with bold statement pieces, clash chunky gold and silver chains, or wear large hoop or dangling earrings. Traditionally, women matched their shoes to their purse, but this is no longer the case -- nowadays, pretty much anything goes! You can either pick out a color from your outfit (it doesn't have to be the main color) and match your shoes and purse to that, or you can go for a bold color clash. For example, if you're wearing a simple black dress, something like gold shoes and a neon orange handbag could work really well. After you've taken care of the shoes, the purse and the jewelry, any other accessories you choose to wear are really a matter of personal preference. Consider wearing a boho headband, embellishing your hair with fresh flowers, wearing an anklet or an upper arm band, layering on a chunky belt or rocking a funky trilby hat -- it's completely up to you! | Think about the time and location of the party. Consider your own personal style. Think about your budget. Choose your jewelry. Match or clash your shoes and purse. Do something unique. |
Volunteering leads to happiness for many people, partially because it puts the focus outside of yourself. Studies have shown that helping others out often leads to an increase in well-being and happiness, even if you are regularly feeling stressed out or burned out. Find a place to volunteer in your community. Pick something you're passionate about or that fits your skill set. For instance, maybe you are passionate about helping the homeless, so you decide to volunteer at a soup kitchen. Alternatively, maybe you are a skilled marketer, so you decide to help out a local nonprofit with its marketing. Optimistic people tend to be happier than pessimistic people. Being an optimist means looking at life differently. You may need to relearn how you think about problems, approaching them with a new frame of mind. For instance, instead of looking as setbacks as failures, try looking at them as either flukes or something that you can learn from. In other words, if you have a setback, you may need to take a different approach, not quit altogether. However, optimists do need a sense of realism, too. That is, while you hope for the best, it's fine to take some precautions to ward off certain outcomes. When you feel like you have control over your life, you tend to be happier. Therefore, increasing your sense of control can lead to greater happiness, especially if you feel like you don't have much control over your life at the moment. One way to increase your sense of control is to set deadlines for yourself, even for personal tasks. When you complete a task, you feel more in control because you've laid out something for you to do, and you've done it. Most people benefit from socializing with other people on a regular basis. You may find socializing difficult if you're an introvert. However, you don't need to go out with scores of people to socialize. You can socialize with just a couple of friends at a time, for instance, or even just hang out with your family. If you need more friends in your life, pursuing hobbies through joining a club can help. That way, you meet people with similar interests, and you have something to talk about. | Volunteer in your community. Focus on optimism, particularly realistic optimism. Increase your sense of control. Go out with friends. |
To ensure that your grilled cheesy bread cooks properly, it's important to preheat the grill. Set the temperature gauge to medium high heat. It usually takes 10 to 15 minutes for the grill to reach your desired heat, so plan ahead. Make sure to keep the grill's lid closed while you’re preheating. That will allow it to reach the right temperature more quickly. Take a loaf of long, crusty bread, such as a French baguette, and cut it half lengthwise with a bread knife. Spread 4 tablespoons (57 g) of softened butter over the two pieces, and then sprinkle with 2 garlic cloves that have been minced. The best way to soften butter is to set it out at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Take the bottom piece of bread, and cover it with ½ cup (50 g) mozzarella cheese and ½ cup (50 g) fontina cheese. Drizzle 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil over the cheese, and sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon (1.25 g) red pepper flakes. If you don't like the heat that comes with red pepper flakes, you can omit them or replace them with another seasoning, such as parsley or green onion. Place the top piece of bread over the cheese-covered bottom as if forming a sandwich. Take a sheet of foil, and wrap the entire loaf of bread so all of the ingredients are contained inside. Place the foil wrapped bread on the heated grill, and allow it to cook until the cheese melts and the bread becomes toasted. That usually takes about 10 minutes. Be sure to check the bread often. It's okay if it gets a little charred, but you want to avoid allowing it to actually burn. When the bread is finished grilling, allow it to sit in the foil for a minute. Next, unwrap the bread and allow it to cool for about 5 minutes or until you can handle it comfortably. Use a bread knife to slice the loaf crosswise for serving. | Preheat your gas grill. Cut a loaf of bread in half and spread the butter and garlic over it. Add the cheese, olive oil, and red pepper flakes to the bottom piece of bread. Close the two halves and cover with foil. Grill for approximately 10 minutes. Let the bread cool before cutting it. |
Wear safety goggles and a face mask to protect yourself from paint and wood dust as you sand, regardless of the sanding method you use. When removing paint from a crack or crevice or stripping it from a small, delicate wooden object, you should sand the paint off by hand. Mechanical sanders use considerable force and can damage delicate pieces. Moreover, they can be difficult to use on small, confined spaces. Use coarse, open-coat sandpaper since other types may clog with paint and wood dust too quickly. Sand with the grain of the wood instead of against it. Decrease to a medium grit paper once you can see the grain of the wood peeking through the paint. Decrease to a fine grit when small bits of paint are all that remain. For larger areas of painted wood, including large pieces of wood furniture, large wooden chests, or wood trim, rely on a mechanical sander to save time. Choose between a mechanical hand sander and a power sander. A hand sander will be a little gentler and makes a good option if you want to preserve more of the wood beneath the paint. A power sander will finish the job faster, though, making it a good choice for especially large projects. Belt, disk, and drum sanders are all good options worth considering when picking a power sander. Use coarse, open-coat sandpaper on your mechanical sander since less coarse options tend to clog up with paint and wood dust too easily. Always sand with the grain of the wood rather than against it to minimize the amount of damage to the wood. Switch to a fine grain sandpaper, if desired, once the majority of the paint has been sanded off and only a few small specks remain. | Protect yourself. Sand the paint off by hand when possible. Switch to a mechanical sander for larger jobs. |
If you want to synchronize a new folder rather than an existing folder, create a folder by doing the following: Go to the location in which you want to create the folder (e.g., the desktop). Click File Click New Folder Type in a name for your folder. Press ⏎ Return. Add files to the folder by dragging and dropping them onto the folder's icon. Click the Apple logo in the top-left corner of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear. It's near the top of the drop-down menu. Doing so opens the System Preferences window. You'll find this option on the right side of the System Preferences window. It's an option on the left side of the window. Click ＋ below the "Shared Folders" list, select the folder that you want to share, and click Add in the lower-right corner of the screen. Click Custom to the right of the "Everyone" entry in the "Users" list, then click Read & Write in the resulting menu. It's in the lower-right side of the window. Doing so opens a new window. The two boxes that you need to check are near the top of the window. If you plan on sharing your folder to a Windows computer, check the box in the "Windows Sharing" window as well. It's at the bottom of the window. Doing so saves your changes and enables file sharing on your Mac. If file sharing isn't enabled, you can click the checkbox to the left of File Sharing on the left side of the window. In order to synchronize the folder between your two computers, both computers must be on the same wireless network. If the computer with which you want to synchronize files isn't on the same network, connect it to the same network before proceeding. You can check your computer's current network by clicking the Wi-Fi icon in the lower-right side of the screen (Windows) or the Wi-Fi icon in the upper-right corner of the screen (Mac) and looking at the top network name. This will work if your computers are both on the same wired (Ethernet) network as well. Once you've shared the folder, the other computer should be able to view the folder's contents and add files to (or remove files from) the folder: Mac — Open Finder, click your Mac's name in the lower-left side of the window, and open the folder. Windows — Open File Explorer, click your Mac's name in the left-hand column of folders (you may need to scroll down first), and open the folder. | Create the folder that you want to synchronize if necessary. Open the Apple menu . Click System Preferences…. Click Sharing. Click File Sharing. Add your folder to the "Shared Folders" list. Allow others to add or remove files. Click Options…. Check both boxes. Click Done. Make sure that the other computer is on your network. Access the shared folder from the other computer. |
Sites such as GameFly.com, Amazon.com, and BestBuy.com sell used games. You can either enter it into the site's search bar or manually browse the site's catalog by console and genre to find it. This will take you to a standard Internet checkout procedure, where the site will ask for your name, shipping and billing address, credit card information, email, and phone number. Some online retailers send you a confirmation email with the details of your order. Save this email for your records. You can use it as proof of your purchase in case your game is defective. | Go to a website that buys and sells used video games. Search for the title that you want. Find a used version of the game and click the "Buy" link. |
Straw hats can seem more durable than they actually are. However, wetness and dampness can misshape the hat. This means that when your hat gets wet, you should attempt to dry it as quickly as possible. Try to put water repellent on your hat every now and then. Not only will this keep your hat safe from water damage, but it will protect it from stains as well. When you’re not wearing your hat, place it in a dark, dry area. Put a hat with a curved brim on a mannequin head to keep its shape. You can also simply the tilt the hat upside down and store it in a hat box. Don't let your hat get too hot! If your hat is exposed to direct sunlight for a long time, then the straw can be damaged. The heat will make the straw rigid or cause the synthetic material to melt. You want to make sure that your hands are clean before you touch your hat. This is an easy way to prevent your hat from getting dirt and oil on it. When you are taking off your hat, try to hold on to the brim. Too much contact with the crown of the hat can destroy the fibers. Sometimes the straws in your hat can become discolored. To refresh the colors, wipe your hat with cloth dipped in alcohol and water. After you do this, use a piece of black or red velvet to polish the hat. | Keep your hat dry. Handle your hat carefully. Brighten your hat. |
Ask the part of you that is totally caught up in the mood what is so upsetting and what it needs. Let your mood be a messenger of whatever is bothering you so that you can decide whether or not to take action. You may then ask what would make it feel better in the immediate moment (like screaming into a pillow or smashing an egg) Be careful, ladies. Women have a tendency to spend more time than men ruminating (without benefit) on the negative mood, so use this tool with caution. You may want to put a time limit on how long you spend focusing exclusively on the bad mood. Asking yourself silently or through journal writing, is there a reason for your moodiness? If there is a reason that you can point to, is there anything that you can do to change it? If you can't put your finger on why you feel the way you do, is there anything that you can tell yourself to feel better? Even though figuring out what's going on may not change your mood entirely, it will give you a better idea of the best things you can do to alter your state of mind. We have the remarkable faculty of imagination, which allows us to create in our minds the feeling of being elsewhere. Since it's not always possible to make a change in your physical location, try envisioning a time when you felt very differently from how you do now. The happier and more positive the memory is, the more capable of transforming your current mood it will be! You can increase the effectiveness of channeling positive memories by using visualization techniques. Visualization techniques help you enliven the memory by helping you use visual cues. You can learn more about visualization here Consciously acknowledging that it's there, even if you don't like it, will put you more at peace. Sometimes it's best not to shy away from your mood or resist it aggressively, knowing that it will pass in due time. In these cases you may want to lay low until you're feeling a bit better (out of respect for others and for your own long-term goals). | Tune into your murky mood. Examine the moment more closely. Channel positive memories. Accept your mood. |
Since food is fuel for the body and the brain, consuming a nutrient-rich diet can support your mental health. Avoid sugar, refined carbohydrates, coffee, and alcohol. Such foods can worsen your symptoms. Instead, eat plenty of green vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean protein, beans, nuts and seeds. Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to support brain health. Get omega-3s from salmon, mackerel, flaxseed, and walnuts. Or, ask your doctor about taking an omega-3 supplement. Exercise offers neuroprotective benefits to the brain while boosting your energy and mood. Aerobic exercise, in particular, has been shown to improve your ability to understand social situations, enhance attention span, and boost working memory. Get at least 30 minutes of physical activity each day. Try aerobic exercises like running, hiking, swimming, dancing, or cycling. Poor sleep habits can signal a relapse of schizophrenia symptoms or worsen ongoing symptoms. It's important to talk to your doctor about sleep problems and come up with a game plan for improving sleep quality and duration. Try sleeping only at night, reserving the bedroom for sleep and sex, and powering off electronic devices at least an hour before bed. You might also create a bedtime routine, such as taking a warm bath or doing some light reading. If sleep problems persist, tell your doctor. They may be able to prescribe new medications or change your current meds to help you sleep better. Living with schizophrenia can mean having many days in which your symptoms are especially bad, leading to loss of contact with reality and even hospitalization. It can help to improve your outlook of living with this condition by starting a gratitude practice. Gratitude has been shown to benefit brain health and mood. Reap the benefits by jotting down some of the good things that happen on days when your symptoms are manageable. | Eat a nutritious diet. Stay physically active. Build a consistent sleep routine. Practice gratitude for the good days. |
Place one end of the reed in your mouth and allow your saliva to moisten it for about a minute. Then turn the reed around and moisten the other end in your mouth for a minute. Be careful not to cut your tongue since reeds sometimes have sharp edges. You could also just soak the reed in a cup of water for a couple of minutes. Take the reed out of your mouth and place its flat side against the flat part of the mouthpiece. The thin, curved end of the reed should line up exactly with the thin, curved tip of the mouthpiece. If it's not lined up properly, the saxophone will make a squeaking noise when you blow air through it. Make sure that the wider end of the ligature slides on first to match the shape of the mouthpiece. Hold the reed in place with your thumb while you line the ligature up with the widest part of the mouthpiece. If the ligature is too tight to fit over the reed, loosen it by turning the screws counterclockwise. The screws should be on the thick bottom part of the reed. A little bit of the reed will extend past the bottom of the ligature. Still holding the reed in place with your thumb, use your other hand to tighten the ligature. Turn the screws clockwise until you feel a little bit of resistance. It should be just tight enough that the reed can no longer move around. Do not tighten past this point since you could damage the reed. | Moisten your reed by placing it on your tongue. Line up the curved tip of the reed with the curved tip of the mouthpiece. Slide the ligature onto the mouthpiece and over the reed. Tighten the ligature by twisting the screws. |
Most people experience short episodes of tachycardia on rare occasions due to high levels of stress, a sudden fright or an anxiety attack. If this sounds like the cause of your "racing" heart, then stop what you're doing and rest for five to 10 minutes. Maybe that means turning off a scary movie or removing yourself from a stressful situation (argument) or taking your mind off of a financial problem. Resting, relaxing and taking deep breaths can naturally lower your heart rate. Normal resting heart rate can vary quite a bit amongst people, but it's defined as between 60 and 100 beats per minute. Greater than 100 beats, while at rest, is the threshold for defining tachycardia. Tachycardia doesn't always cause symptoms, but when it does the main one is feeling a racing heart or palpitations in your chest. Other symptoms are possible and can include: shortness of breath, lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting and chest pain. Since stress and anxiety are relatively common triggers for tachycardia and hyperventilation, you can help prevent them by managing how you react or respond to stressful situations. Stress-relieving techniques like yoga, tai chi, deep breathing, visualization and meditation are all helpful for promoting relaxation and better emotional health. Ask at your local gym, community center or health clinic about joining a stress-relieving class. Try to limit the stress in your life by making positive changes — get out of an abusive relationship, change your job, spend less time with negative people. Control anxious thoughts about your work, finances and relationships. Excessive stress and anxiety causes the release of hormones that prepare your body for "fight or flight", which leads to increased heart and breathing rates. Don't forget to get enough quality sleep — at least eight hours per night, although some people need up to 11 hours for best health. A chronic lack of sleep can lead to anxiety and heart palpitations. Vagal maneuvers are simple actions that you can do with your body that affect the vagus nerve, which is the main one regulating your heartbeat. Maneuvers that affect the vagus nerve include doing the Valsalva technique, triggering the diving reflex, and repeatedly coughing. These simple maneuvers should be done as soon as you realize you're experiencing an episode of tachycardia — they can slow your heart rate down within seconds if done correctly. Ask your doctor for a demonstration of these maneuvers. The Valsalva maneuver involves holding your breath and bearing down as if you're having a bowel movement for about 10–15 seconds. It's a simple procedure, but it can change the rhythm of electrical impulses in your heart and help your heart rate return to normal. All people have a diving reflex, which gets activated when plunged into cold water — the body automatically slows its heart rate down to reduce blood flow in an attempt to preserve itself. To trigger this reflex, put very cold water or an ice pack against your face for at least 30 seconds. You can also try coughing forcefully. | Stop and rest for a few minutes. Try some relaxation techniques. Use a vagal maneuver. |
It's a blue icon with a white "P." You'll usually find it on the home screen or in the app drawer. This method requires you to visit a participating PayPal retail location (find one here: https://secure.attheregister.com/locations?services=4&showfilters=false), where you'll give a cashier cash to add to your account (plus a service fee of $3.95). It's no longer required to have a PayPal Debit card to add funds at the store. It's under "PayPal balance" near the center of the screen. It's the blue button at the bottom of the screen. You'll see a message that tells to bring your cash to a participating store. A list of locations where you can add money to PayPal in person will appear, along with the fee. Some information about PayPal CASH will appear, including the maximum amount accepted by the retailer and your PayPal account lyrics. It's best to wait until you're close to the location to complete the remaining steps. You'll be creating a barcode that will remain active for only 1 hour and bringing it to the location's cashier. It's at the bottom of the screen. This displays a bar code specific to your PayPal account, which is good for one hour. If you get to the location after an hour elapses, you'll have to generate a new barcode. The cashier will scan the barcode, process your cash and fee payment, and provide you a receipt. The money will be available in your PayPal account in about 15 minutes. | Open the PayPal app on your phone or tablet. Tap your balance. Tap Add Money. Tap Add cash. Tap Continue. Tap the location most convenient to you. Tap Generate Barcode. Bring the barcode and cash to the retail location. |
Burdock is anecdotally reported to help some people with muscle tension, as well as headaches, and some people use it to treat TMD. To make a poultice, start with powdered burdock, available at some health stores. Make a thick paste by adding water. Apply it near the back of the jaw (on the outside) or where you are feeling pain. You can also make a wrap. Get a sheet of kitchen towel and put the paste on it. Fold the kitchen towel lengthwise so that it will only cover from your forehead to your temple. Make sure that the paste is in contact with those areas. Wrap the towel around your head, and let it stay there for about 5 hours. There is no medical evidence to suggest that burdock is effective for treating any medical condition. Pick high quality essential oils. Apply a couple of drops to your temples. Some people have had luck with this process relieving headache pain. One study suggested that these oils, in combination with ethanol alcohol, can relax muscles, although it did not find much influence on pain. To apply peppermint or eucalyptus oil, use a tincture of 10% essential oil to 90% ethanol alcohol. Rub the mixture lightly on your forehead. People claim it has anti-inflammatory properties that can help with headaches. To prepare, boil a cup of water and teaspoon of dried marjoram to a pan. Let it simmer for 15 minutes before straining the tea out. You can add honey to sweeten it, if you prefer. Drink the tea to provide relief. Acupuncturist have been known to help some people with this condition. Acupuncturists use small needles inserted into parts of your body to help with certain disorders. The procedure generally is not painful because the needles are so small. When looking for an acupuncturist, make sure she's certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. | Try using a burdock poultice. Try peppermint or eucalyptus oil. Drink marjoram tea. Find a certified acupuncturist. |
Once you know the look you are going for, you can figure out the best way to try and achieve it. You will want to figure out if your desired style will require you to grow or trim your hair. If so, it is better to trim your hair beforehand so you have less hair to transition into your afro look. To create an afro with straight hair, it is best to start with at least 4-6" of length. Your hair needs to be long enough to braid or put in curlers. If your hair is longer than 12" in length, you may want to trim the hair if your goal is to achieve an afro that stands up. Rinse your hair thoroughly. It is important to start with clean hair that is free of natural oils. Clean hair will also make it easier to work with your hair when putting it in braids or rollers. | Select the style you want for your afro hair. Trim or grow your hair to the desired length. Wash your hair with your regular shampoo. |
Communication is very important in relationships, so there's no need to beat around the bush. You could just be forthright and honest. You want to spare your partner's feelings, so it's best to start by trying to fix a sloppy kisser with positive and subtle encouragement. However, if this doesn't work, your partner should respect your honesty, and it's time to be more direct. Telling your partner what you do like can be the best way to direct the other person to stop doing what you don't like. However, there may come a time that you need to say something like, "I prefer gentle kissing. Is it OK if we try kissing that way?" Be kind but direct. When your partner kisses you in a way that you like, let your partner know. Say things like, “I really love it when you kiss me in this way.” It's better to express what you like than to tell your partner what you don't like because people can get very sensitive about how they kiss. If your partner is kissing you in a way you don't like, simply start kissing the other person the way you prefer, but then use positive verbal reinforcement after a few minutes of it to encourage the better way of kissing. You could just cut to the chase and tell your partner exactly where and how you want to be kissed. If you do this in a sensual, loving way, it could actually turn your partner on! Say something like, “I love it most when you kiss me gently” or however you prefer to be kissed. You could back up and ask your partner to kiss you in a specific way. Being verbal is OK. It's better to express how you feel than to hold it in and not enjoy the kiss. Don't immediately dump a person just because they’re a sloppy kisser. You could be giving up a good thing! A lot of people think they are good kissers and don't realize they are sloppy. Maybe the last person they kissed preferred the way they are kissing you (as hard as that might be to imagine). Research has shown that some people judge a relationship by the first kiss. This can be a mistake. It takes time to get to know a new partner and to understood their likes and dislikes and the nuances that make a connection work. Give it time, and remember that communication is important. There are actually biological reasons for sloppy kissing. Research has found that men are more likely to use sloppy kisses. Men's saliva has testosterone in it. Thus, it's been shown to raise a partner's libido! It might improve your sex life to embrace it! Kissing also has other chemical benefits. It activates the release of dopamine, which makes people feel good, and it can activate release of oxytocin, which creates feelings of attachment. | Tell your partner directly what you don't like. Use positive reinforcement. Talk about kissing. Show patience. Embrace the sloppy kisses. |
Straightening hair--particularly hair that's naturally curly or frizzy--is hard on it, so you’ll need to prepare it with a gentle shampoo and a rich, smoothing conditioner. Use gentle, sulfate-free shampoo to avoid stripping your hair of its natural oils. It's going to need them for protection against the heat styling you’re about to do. Use a rich, hydrating conditioner, and then, for extra protection, use a leave-in conditioner. If at all possible, avoid drying your hair with a blow dryer until your hair is damp or nearly dry to minimize damage. Dry your hair using either a cotton t-shirt or a microfiber towel using a squeezing, blotting motion, not a rubbing motion, which causes breakage. You’ll only need a dime-sized amount at most--any more will weigh hair down and leave it limp. Look for products that protect and moisturize hair, like blow dry primers, frizz-control sprays, or smoothing balms. Use a round bristle brush to pull your hair straight as you dry it. Direct the nozzle down as you dry to help prevent hair from frizzing. Get hair completely dry before moving on to flat ironing. Be patient. This step may take some time, particularly if you have very curly or frizzy hair. If your hair is too curly to make the conventional brush-and-blow-dry method workable, you can try setting your hair in large rollers and sitting under a hooded dryer (if you have one) or setting the curlers before you go to bed at night and straightening with a flat iron in the morning. Once your hair is completely dry, pull the top layer of hair into a temporary ponytail or bun, then begin straightening hair in 1-2 inch sections. If you have a temperature setting on your flat iron, use the following as a guide: for fine or damaged hair, 250-300 degrees; for medium or average hair, 300-350 degrees; for thick or coarse hair, 350-400 degrees. Use a comb to pull your hair taut and away from your head with one hand. With the other hand, iron the section of hair in one fluid motion from root to end. Repeat if necessary until the section of hair is straight. After you’ve straightened the bottom layer of hair, undo the bun or ponytail holding the top layer of hair. Then begin straightening the top layer, using 1-2 inch sections. Don't use a flat iron on wet or damp hair--it can literally break your hair. Use a finishing serum to smooth hair and add shine. Serums are generally best for coarser or thicker hair, while sprays are best for fine or normal hair. | Wash with gentle shampoo and rich or smoothing conditioner. Dry your hair. Apply a small amount of straightening product. Blow dry your hair. Flat-iron your hair. Apply finishing serum or spray. |
In a small bowl, beat the yolk from 1 egg. Next, add 6 tablespoons of plain yogurt, and use a spoon to mix until the ingredients are fully combined. Egg yolk is rich in proteins and fats, so it helps strengthen and moisturize dry, brittle hair. In addition to protein, yogurt contains lactic acid, which helps remove dirt and product buildup while also moisturizing the hair. When the egg yolk and yogurt are mixed, smooth the mixture over your hair, paying special attention to the ends. Let the mask sit on your hair for approximately 20 minutes so the ingredients have time to penetrate. While the mask is sitting on your hair, it's a good idea to put a shower cap over your head. That will help warm the mask so your hair absorbs the proteins more easily. After 20 minutes, wash the mask out of your hair with plain water. Work carefully to ensure that you remove all of the mixture. Next, use your normal shampoo and conditioner to wash your hair as you normally would. When you’re rinsing the mask from your hair, use cool water. If you use warm or hot water, it may cook the egg yolk, making it more difficult to rinse it. | Mix the egg yolk and yogurt. Apply the mask to your hair and allow it to sit. Rinse the mask from your hair and wash normally. |
Start by cutting the tomato into quarters. Start from the top, slicing down towards the bottom. You'll end up with two haves. Slice each half into two pieces. Now you have quarters of the tomato that you can easily remove the seeds from. The seeds are held on to the top of the tomato by a bit of flesh. You can slice through it, going down towards the bottom. It only takes a little cut to get through it, but be careful of your fingers when cutting it. Use a tiny knife or spoon for this purpose. Now that the flesh is cut, you can simply remove the seeds. Run a knife under them, or use a spoon to scoop them out. You can place them in a strainer over a bowl, so that you can retain the juices for another part of the recipe. | Cut the tomato up. Cut the bit of flesh at the top of each tomato. Slice or scoop the seeds away. |
Gather parsley before the first flowers start to open, and gather it in the morning after the dew has dried. It will have maximum flavor at this time of day; the heat of the afternoon will diminish the parsley's flavor. Alternately, purchase fresh parsley at a grocery store. Choose bright green bunches of parsley that look nice and smell fresh. Don't pick parsley that is shriveled, brown, moldy, or is dried out. Carefully cut the parsley with stems still attached, and be careful to not bruise the leaves. Use cold water to rinse, and then shake the parsley gently to remove excess water from the leaves. This will remove any residual dirt, as well as any bugs that crawled into your parsley. If you are in a location with high humidity, you may need to raise the temperature to 125 °F (52 °C). Leave space around each sprig, and place the tray in the dehydrator. This will ensure that air in the dehydrator will circulate around the parsley evenly. Monitor the parsley periodically, and remove it when it is dry. If the leaves crumble and the stems break instead of bend, then the parsley is dry. It can take anywhere from one to four hours to fully dehydrate the parsley, depending on your machine. Keep it in a cool, dry place. | Harvest fresh parsley from your garden. Rinse the parsley. Preheat the dehydrator to between 95–115 °F (35–46 °C). Spread parsley evenly on a tray. Keep an eye on your parsley. Store the dried parsley in an airtight container. |
Exfoliate once a week to remove dead skin cells and keep your lips soft. You can buy a lip exfoliator at a beauty supply store, or you can make your own. Simply sprinkle some sugar on the fruit of your choice—like a mango or strawberry. Gently rub your lips with the fruit for about 30 seconds. Don't continue to exfoliate if your lips begin to feel sore or bleed. Lip balm keeps your lips moisturized and prevents chapping. Put on lip balm in the morning and apply it as needed throughout the day. Any type of lip balm will work. Use whatever lip balm feels and smells the best to you. If you use makeup, a light shade of lipstick can make your lips appear even more welcoming. Unfortunately, cheaper lipsticks can dry your lips out. Invest in a higher quality brand and look for a lipstick that contains Vitamin E. Apply it as needed so that your lips will look lovely and soft. Dark-colored lipsticks aren't ideal for kissing because they will likely spread and quickly fade. Rub your fingertips over your lips in a circular motion for about 30 seconds once a day. Massaging your lips will make them appear fuller and redder. This is because a massage will stimulate the blood flow to your mouth. You can repeat this up to three times a day if you'd like. Your lips will be one of the first parts of your body visibly affected by dehydration. Drink at least 8 cups of water per day. Avoid drinking excessive amounts of alcohol as well to prevent dehydration. | Exfoliate your lips to keep them soft. Carry a lip balm with you to prevent chapping. Use a light shade of lipstick that contains Vitamin E to keep your lips hydrated. Massage your lips to make your lips appear fuller. Stay hydrated to make your lips appear hydrated and healthy. |
You probably aren't going to be able to relax properly before the interview until you feel prepared for it! Run a quick search online and familiarize yourself with the company. Check out their website, learn about their services and products, find out their mission statement, and read any recent press releases. Try to incorporate this knowledge into your answers during the interview. For example, you can talk about how you're impressed by a certain product or the company's overall culture. It can also help to reread the job listing so that you have a full understanding of what the position entails. You can't know for sure what you'll be asked during the interview, but it's safe to assume that you'll be asked about your previous experience and why you think you're a good fit for the position. Ask a friend or family member to help you stage a mock interview so that you can practice what you want to say and how you want to say it. Come up with a list of possible questions so that you can prepare for them. You can also go over your resume and try to anticipate what your potential employer will ask you about. Be sure to work on answers that feel conversational and natural. You definitely don't want to give the impression that you're reciting something that you've memorized. Try to remember that at the end of the day, you're having a conversation with someone about your career. Look them in the eye, speak confidently, and smile. Remember that an interview isn't one-sided--you should prepare some friendly questions, as well. You don't want to look or seem tired during a job interview, so it definitely helps to be well-rested. At the very least, get a full night's sleep the evening before the interview. If possible, get extra rest for several days before the interview. Being well-rested ensures that you'll be able to think clearly and be at the top of your game. | Research the company ahead of time. Stage a practice interview and rehearse some of your answers. Aim for a natural, conversational tone while you practice. Get plenty of rest the night before the interview. |
If you have furniture of several different colors, neutral throws work best. But if you have a singular color scheme, bright throw blankets can bring a bold touch to your living room. You might swap out throw blankets depending on the season, with cool colors in fall/winter months and warm colors in spring/summer months. Light colors (like yellow and orange) can brighten rooms with dark lighting. A couple of throw pillows can help your throw blanket look elegant and give you something comfortable to lie down on. Instead of bringing in many multicolored pillows, opt for pillows the same color as your blanket. Vary with texture instead, like sheepskin or velvet. The number of pillows you add depends on how many people your sofa can hold. Stick to 1 or 2 pillows for smaller sofas, but feel free to add more for large sofas and sectionals. Throw blanket can do so much more than look classy and keep people warm. You might find a blanket made of durable material you can take outside on picnics. Or you could find a satin blanket that can double as a table runner. Too much pattern can become overstimulating, but excessive simplicity can make a room stagnant or boring. For patterned sofas, choose a single colored blanket. Solid colored sofas look good with wild-printed throws draped across them, like plaid or paisley. | Choose a colorful throw to add vibrancy. Add a textured throw pillow. Pick a multipurpose, functional throw blanket. Use the throw blanket to add contrast. |
When you are creating a display board for a science fair or school event, there may be certain items that are required to be on your board. Make sure you know what these items are so you can prepare and plan for them. Items may include: your name, your grade level, your teacher's name, acknowledgements, etc. You may also be required to display items beside, but not on, the board, such as lab notes, equipment, examples or prototypes, etc. Also make sure you're aware of any items that are not allowed on your display board. Before you can create your project board, you need to decide what items you're going to display on it, and how you're going to display those items. This part of your plan will depend on the type of project you're working on. One way to develop a detailed plan is to create a storyboard. A storyboard is a graphical representation of what your board may look like, or how it will be organized, drawn on paper. Review your whole project and determine what the major sections or parts were. These sections may end up being what you want to display on your board. When creating your storyboard, plan out what font sizes you want to use for each item. This will help make the creation and printing of each section quicker and easier. Many science fairs suggest that topics should be listed as follows on display boards: Left Panel — Question or Problem; Purpose; Hypothesis; Variables; Materials; Procedures. Middle Panel — Title and Subtitle (if you have one); Project Data; Graphs; Charts; Tables; Diagrams; Photos; Illustrations. Right Panel — Analysis; Results; Discussion; Conclusion; Recommendations; Future Studies; References. Large amounts of text should be broken up with subheadings in order to make reading the material easier. Ideally, a viewer should be able to glance at the headings and subheadings on your display board and know exactly what your project was about, without having to read all the detail. Take these headings and subheadings into account when planning what material you need for your board. Use at least a 16 pt font size for the main text on your display board. You want people to be able to read your board from at least a few feet away. Headings and sub-headings should be printed in larger font than the main text, and it is also helpful to use bolding, underlining, or colours to make them stand out. It's also helpful to write items in lists or point form so they can be skimmed. Make these concise. A buddy board is a small board that sits in front of, or beside, your main display board. It can be useful for displaying a summary of the project, or a photo showing project results. The buddy board should be 9” tall by 12” wide (which would fit one letter-sized piece of paper with space left around the edges). You can make your own buddy board using foam boards cut down to the proper size (with an x-acto knife). You can use another small piece of foam to make a stand. Attach the stand to the board using tape. The title needs to do two important things: attract attention and explain what the project was about. Be creative, and take your time. Write down a list of possible titles and play with the wording until you feel you have the perfect title. You might want to use a thesaurus to come up with catchy or descriptive words that work well for your project. However, you should look up any words you find in a dictionary to find the precise meaning, because thesauruses group very loose synonyms together. While it may not be possible to have a really short title, try to keep the title as short as you can. You want viewers to be able to read the title at a glance, while also drawing their interest. Examples of some good project titles are: Can your timber take the pressure? Staying Power - Lipstick or Gloss Bacterial content of milk Testing the 5 senses using fruit | Know the rules and/or regulations. Create a detailed plan of your project and board. Use headings and subheadings. Determine if you need a buddy board. Select the right title for your project. |
The steps for setup will depend on the viewer you choose follow the documentation closely and you will have no problems creating a connection. JollysFastVNC is currently the fastest and actively developed VNC client including many features not available in any other client. Chicken of the VNC is an older client that is confirmed to work with this method simply connect using the IP address of the Server computer. (On the server use Safari or Firefox and goto www.whatismyip.com) (Chicken of the VNC is no longer actively developed and has been replaced by a new one called Chicken, http://sourceforge.net/projects/chicken/ ) | To connect to your new VNC server from a remote machine you will need a VNC Viewer but luckily there are a number of free options out there. |
You'll find it in the far-right side of the taskbar at the bottom of the screen. Doing so will prompt the Wi-Fi menu to appear. This method only works if you're currently connected to a Wi-Fi network for which you've forgotten the password. If you instead see an icon which resembles a computer monitor next to a cable here, you are connected to your router via Ethernet. You cannot use an Ethernet connection to determine your Wi-Fi password. This link is at the bottom of the Wi-Fi menu. It's on the left side of the Settings window. This link is in the top-right corner of the Wi-Fi page, just beneath the "Related settings" heading. Doing so opens a Control Panel page. You should see a monitor-shaped icon with green bars next to it on this page; this is your current network. It's a menu item just below the address bar at the top of the Network Connections window. This option is in the middle of the window. You'll find this tab at the top of the window. Doing so opens a page that has a "Network security key" field near the middle of the page; this is where your password is stored. It's below the "Network security key" field. This will replace the black dots in the "Network security key" field with your Wi-Fi password. | Click the Wi-Fi icon . Click Network & Internet settings. Click the Wi-Fi tab. Click Change adapter options. Click your current Wi-Fi network. Click View status of this connection. Click Wireless Properties. Click the Security tab. Check the "Show characters" box. |
Position yourself in the machine as you would for a standard crunch, with your back flat on the floor and your head on the headrest. Hold onto the upper roll bar with both hands. For this exercise, you will be keeping your upper back and shoulders flat on the floor, but your lower body will be twisted to the side. As you get more comfortable with the exercise, position your hands shoulder-width apart on the upper roll bar instead of side-by-side. Put your feet together, soles flat on the floor, with your knees bent. Then, slowly turn your lower body and legs to one side so that your legs are resting on the floor with your knees still bent and your feet together. Your knees should now be pointing at the wall, perpendicular to your head. Make sure to swivel your hips to the side as well as your knees. Do your best to keep your head, shoulders, and upper body in a straight line and flat against the floor. Breathe out through your mouth, engage your abs, and gently lift your head and upper body off the floor toward your hip. Keep your hands on the upper roll bar, but try to do most of the work with your torso. Keep your knees together and as close to the floor as possible. If you feel pain, you may need to separate your knees slightly as you perform the crunch. Hold the crunch for 1-2 seconds. Breathe in through your nose as you slowly lower yourself down to the floor. If you separated your knees during the crunch, let them gently move back together as you return to the floor. Once you've done as many reps as you like on one side, swing your knees and hips around to the other side and perform the crunch that way. This will help you exercise your muscles evenly on both sides of your core. You may wish to start out by doing 7-8 reps on each side, then gradually build up to doing 10-12 on each side. | Lie down with your head on the headrest. Swivel your knees to one side. Exhale and slowly raise your upper body. Inhale and slowly return to the starting position. Swivel your legs to the other side and repeat the set. |
Let them know you want to make the experience as enjoyable as possible. You don't have to get awkward and directly ask, “What ways do you like having sex?” Instead, express that you care about their likes, dislikes, and boundaries in an appealing, relaxed way. While it's helpful to talk about likes and dislikes ahead of time, talking about turn-ons can also be really sexy in the moment. Say something like, “So where's your favorite spot to be kissed?” or “Tell me about something you've always wanted to try in bed.” Asking someone what they enjoy sexually or what they fantasize about puts them in a vulnerable position. Let them know that they can trust you and that you won't laugh at them or judge them. Confiding something about yourself first can help them feel more at ease with you. Try telling them how you like to be touched or a position that you enjoy. Talking about preferences in advance can make sex more enjoyable, but you don't need to go overboard and make each other uncomfortable. You and the person you're into don't have to share your deepest, darkest fantasies, especially if you don't know each other very well. It's one thing to say that you like having your ear nibbled on or neck kissed. However, don't go into too much detail about your experiences or talk about past lovers as if they were conquests. No one wants to hear all about the last person their date slept with, and bragging about sex is a major mood killer. You can say "I like kisses on my neck," but don't say "Man, it really turned me on when my last girlfriend kissed my neck and gave me hickies." You don't want to make turn-offs the main topic of your conversation. However, the experience will be more fun and less awkward if you know that a spot is extra sensitive or a position is uncomfortable for your partner. While it's good to check in now and then, asking, “Are you alright?” every 30 seconds is a turn-off. Be attentive to their body language, and try to stay in the moment instead of overthinking things. | Joke around about pleasing them to break the ice. Let them know you won't judge them. Mention what you like, but don't brag about your sexual exploits. Ask about what they don't like. |
Think about who you’ll be writing to and make a note of their name and the specific act you’re thanking them for. It's important to send a letter to everyone who has given up time, money or energy to help you so that no one feels overlooked. Single out prominent individuals who have helped you and write them all separately. Families can be addressed collectively under the name of the household. Composing multiple thank-you letters can be a demanding task, but if you’re going to do it, you should make an effort to do it the right way. Approach each letter you begin as its own distinct work. Resist the urge to simply copy the content of one letter over to another with the names changed. Tackle a long list of thank-yous one at a time to keep from getting overwhelmed. It can help to stick to a basic template or format for each letter that will allow you to get your point across without forcing you to come up with something entirely different every time. The best time to dispatch a thank-you letter is immediately after the favor has been performed. That way, the event is still fresh in both parties’ minds, so there will be no confusion as to the letter's focus. It will also come across as much more genuine if you make it a point to express your gratitude sooner rather than later. Start the letter-writing process at your earliest convenience to give yourself plenty of time to get them completed. If for some reason you’re late in mailing a thank-you letter, politely explain the delay to your reader. | Make a list of everyone you plan to thank. Take the time to write individual letters. Send out thank-you letters promptly. |
To prepare for a major work out and prevent injury it is important to warm up and stretch. For a warm up you should do one set of approximately 15 reps at half of your maximum capacity. To stretch your biceps, lift your arms out to your sides at shoulder height. Open the palms up towards the sky and continue turning the palms backwards. Anatomically, this places the muscle in the most elongated position. Hold for at least 30 seconds. If you put too much swing into your motion or use your back and legs to help get momentum, your biceps won't actually get much of a workout. However, some experts now say that a little bit of cheating toward the end of a workout can be helpful. If you are at the end of your workout and are trying to get a few additional reps, cheating can add to the intensity of your workout. However, you should only use it to extend your workout. To prevent cheating, you can do the exercise against a wall or sitting down. You may also adopt a staggered stance so one foot is slightly more forward, the other slightly more back. This is a great position to prevent swinging the back. Cheat at most on the last two or three reps in a set. If you begin experiencing muscle fatigue earlier than that, consider reducing your weight load. You should be sure to get the full upward motion of your curl. Part of this consists in focusing on your movement and the other part consists in keeping your weight resistance at a reasonable level. Do a slow curl. Take two seconds to raise the weight, hold for a second, and then take two second to lower it. Flex your muscles at the end of curl. During some workouts, you should perform a curl in which you twist your arms so that your palms are facing toward you at the beginning of the curl and facing up toward the ceiling at the end. There are some techniques that can be used on the last rep of a set to extend your workout and make it more intense. You can use these at the end of one or two sets per workout. Try a partial rep. To get additional reps, only do part of the range of motion at the end of the set. Bring in outside force. Have a partner help you complete the motion or cheat by bringing in additional muscles and picking up momentum. Do this only at the end to extend your workout. Try a drop set. As soon as you have reached muscle exhaustion pick up lighter weights and work until exhaustion. Then pick up even lighter weights and try again. Try a rest pause. Weight for approximately 20 seconds during your set for you biceps to recover. Try to get in more reps than you would otherwise be able to do. | Stretch and warm up. Don't cheat much. Flex your biceps. Vary form occasionally. |
Dab a small amount of shortening or regular vegetable oil onto your fingertips and then rub it over the fondant in a thin, smooth layer. Be careful not to press too hard or you’ll create indentations on the surface of the fondant. This technique will give your fondant a satiny finish. If you want to keep your fingers clean, try using vegetable cooking spray. Hold the nozzle approximately 4 inches (10 cm) away from the fondant and lightly mist it over the surface at even intervals. To keep from touching a cake you’re serving to friends or clients, you can brush the shortening or oil on with a pastry brush or wear food-safe gloves. Shortening and oil will both go smoothly over both dry and oily fondants. Since they are both relatively colorless, they’re safe to use over white fondant without risking discoloration. The gloss should remain intact for about a day; however, over time, the fat will soak into the fondant and become less shiny. Although it will still have a nice, satiny appearance, you’ll need to apply another coat to bring it back to its original sheen.Since shortening and oil never dry completely, it's easy to accidentally leave fingerprints and other marks while moving the cake. You can remove these marks before presenting the piece by lightly buffing them out with a dry paper towel. | Rub the shortening or oil on top of the fondant using your fingers. Reapply the shortening or oil as needed to restore the shine. |
As soon as you bury the statue, you should say a prayer to St. Joseph, asking for his intercession. The exact prayer can vary, and you can go with a pre-written prayer or a prayer from your own heart. Some prayers “threaten” St. Joseph, essentially stating that he should sell your home for you if he wants to get out of the ground. These prayers somewhat undermine the value of asking for intercession, however, so they are generally not preferred. Consider using a simple, humble prayer, like the following: "O Blessed St. Joseph, tenderhearted father, faithful guardian of Jesus, chaste spouse of the Mother of God, I pray you to join with me in praising God the Father through his divine Son who died on the cross and rose again to give us sinners new life. Through the holy name of Jesus, pray that we may obtain from the eternal Father the favor we ask for: our home sale. We have been unfaithful to the unfailing love of God the Father; beg of Jesus mercy for us his brothers and sisters. Amid the splendors of God's loving presence, do not forget the sorrows of whose who weep. By your prayers and those of your most holy spouse, our blessed Lady, may the love of Jesus answer our call of confident hope. Amen." While saying a single prayer at the time of burial is good, repeating a prayer for intercession each day from that point on demonstrates a greater degree of faith and earnestness. You can say the same prayer each day or offer a different one. Instead of saying a standard prayer each day, you could try saying a novena. A novena is a set of prayers recited over the course of nine days. There are different variations, but essentially, you say a different prayer each day and follow each prayer with an “Our Father.” Consider using the following novena: Day One: O God, guide of those who listen and helper of those who hear your voice, speak to me, as you did to St. Joseph, and help me accomplish the things you give me to do. Day Two: O God, you love your people and bless the ordinary lives we quietly live. As you blessed St. Joseph, bless what I do, however hidden and simple it may be, and let all I do be done with love. Day Three: O God, ever faithful, you remember us always and in time reveal your blessings. Help me trust in you, as St. Joseph faithfully trusted, and never let me lose faith in the wonderful gifts you promise me. Day Four: God of families, bless the family that's mine. Keep us safe from harm, and never let evil come between us. Let peace remain in our hearts. Day Five: O God, who loves children, be kind to our children today. Give them eyes of faith for seeing far, a loving heart for welcoming life, and a place always at your side. Day Six: God of our heavenly home, bless our home on earth. Let the spirit of Mary and Joseph rest at our table, shape our words and actions, and bring blessing to our children. Day Seven: God, our Father, give your fatherly spirit to those who are fathers now. Like Joseph, give them hearts of devoted love for their wives and children and strength for forgiveness and patience. Day Eight: Give shelter, O God, to those who need it, and bring together families divided. Give us enough to eat, and decent work to earn our bread. Care for us, O God. Day 9: Bless all families, O Lord, especially those in need. Remembering the life of your Son, we pray for the poor, for those who lack a good home, for those in exile. Grant them a protector like Joseph, O God. | Pray upon burial. Say a prayer each day until the house sells. Try a nine-day novena. |
Vanilla RNN with ReLU activation have a simple structure that is amenable to systematic dynamical systems analysis and interpretation, but they suffer from the exploding vs. vanishing gradients problem.Recent attempts to retain this simplicity while alleviating the gradient problem are based on proper initialization schemes or orthogonality/unitary constraints on the RNN’s recurrency matrix, which, however, comes with limitations to its expressive power with regards to dynamical systems phenomena like chaos or multi-stability.Here, we instead suggest a regularization scheme that pushes part of the RNN’s latent subspace toward a line attractor configuration that enables long short-term memory and arbitrarily slow time scales.We show that our approach excels on a number of benchmarks like the sequential MNIST or multiplication problems, and enables reconstruction of dynamical systems which harbor widely different time scales. | We develop a new optimization approach for vanilla ReLU-based RNN that enables long short-term memory and identification of arbitrary nonlinear dynamical systems with widely differing time scales. |
You can select any image in your Photos app to send in an email. Open the Photos app and select the album that contains the image you want to send. If you took the photo with your iDevice, it will appear in the Camera Roll album. Tap the image to open it. This looks like a box with an arrow coming out of the top. The Share menu will open, and you can swipe through to add images. You can now swipe through your collection and attach additional pictures. You can select up to five images total. This will open a new mail message with the pictures attached. Enter in the recipient, subject, and any message you would like to include. You will need to have connected an email address to your Mail app. If you are trying to send a lot of images, you may run into the message size limit, which is usually around 20-25 Mb, depending on your mail service. Tap the bar in the mail message that displays the size of the images. Select Small, Medium, Large, or Original Size. The combined file size for all of the images will be displayed for each option. Shrinking images will reduce the quality. If your recipient will be printing the images, send the original size. Tap Send to send your message. This may take a little while if you are sending a lot of images, but the send process will occur in the background. | Find an image that you want to email. Tap the "Share" button. Select additional pictures. Tap the "Mail" icon. Change the image size. Send the message. |
This is a new technique that involves a lab shooting a small laser beam inside of an egg about 3 days after incubation. The technicians then use the DNA contents of the egg to determine the future sex of the chick. These are chicks that are bred to exhibit a sex-specific color pattern at hatching. This means that you will be able to tell the sex of the chicks almost immediately with a high degree of accuracy. Red Stars, for example, are a sex link breed. Males are yellow golden, whereas females are reddish gold. Ask around with your local farm supplier or other poultry farmers to see which “chick sexer” they would recommend. These professionals usually have extensive experience in sexing chicks and travel from location to location doing exactly that. They will generally charge you a flat fee for accurately sexing a certain number of chicks. Some old wives’ tales suggest that males come from pointed eggs and females from rounded ones. The idea is that just looking at the egg's shape can tell you the sex of the chick. However, this method has been discredited over time and has about the same accuracy as a guess. If you just guess the sex each time you select a chick, you would end up being right around half of the time. For that reason, if you want to consider a sexing method a success, then its accuracy odds must be higher than 50%. Keep track of the methods that you use, your guesses, and the final results to see what works best for you. | Use laser spectroscopy for commercial purposes. Get a “sex link” chick. Hire a professional. Don’t trust egg shape reading. Select a method with more than 50% accuracy. |
Place the plastic shower cap over your hair after applying the mask. Next, wrap a hot towel around the shower cap. Leave it in place for 10 minutes. This will help the mask make more direct contact with your scalp, making it more effective overall. How long you leave your mask on varies. If using a commercial mask, refer to the instructions manual. With a homemade mask, however, leave the mask in for different time periods depending on what you're trying to achieve. For protein treatments, leave the mask in place for 10 minutes. For hydrating treatment, leave the mask in place for five to 10 minutes. Coconut oil masks should be left on for at least 30 minutes. Olaplex masks should be left on for at least 10 minutes, but work better if left on longer. Strive to leave an olaplex mask on for 30 minutes or more. If you're trying to treat very dry hair, sleep in your hair mask. Place a towel, shower cap, or other covering over your hair and let the mask sit in overnight. In the morning, rinse the mask out in the shower. Your hair should be left noticeably softer and more moisturized. Your hair should not be noticeably greasier after using a hair mask. If you notice your hair becomes greasy after using a hair mask, you probably used too much product. Next time, cut down on the amount you used and see if this fixes the issue. If a hair mask makes your hair greasy even in small amounts, it may be the wrong hair mask for your hair type. Try using a mask designed for oily hair. | Cover your head with a shower cap and hot towel after applying the mask. Vary the times depending on the mask's purpose. Sleep in your hair mask if your hair is very dry. Use less hair mask next time if your hair is greasy. |
Regardless of your state, you need to take a licensing exam to become a medical examiner. You may also want to look into official certification, as some states require this for hiring. Know the specific requirements of a medical examiner in your state. There is no one exam or one certification program that is accepted nationwide. How to study for an exam or prepare for certification depends on your state. However, if you've completed the necessary education you should be able to successfully pass. Study the basics before the exam and consult study guides specific to the exam you take. For more information regarding state-by-state licensing and certification, look at the website of the American College of Forensic Examiners Institute. They provide license and certifications that are accepted in many states. Medical examiner positions are usually in high demand, and the position has a high growth rate. You should be able to find positions to apply for in a variety of locations. Ask your contacts from med school, your residency, and your fellowship. Oftentimes, connections are what are most likely to help you find a job. Let people know you are looking for a job and to pass any relevant job leads onto you. Go to online job boards, like Indeed and Monster, to browse positions. This is a great way to job hunt if you're looking for a job in a different state or region. When forming your resume, put your most relevant education and work experience on the top. If you worked or interned in a hospital during med school, mention this information but leave out non-medical related jobs you might have taken during school to make ends meet. While waiting to hear back on the jobs you've applied to, brush up on good interview skills. If you get a call back, you'll be prepared to give an impressive interview. Always listen in an interview. If they ask if you have any questions, always ask a broad, open-ended question to convey interest. Something like "What is the culture of this hospital like?" is far better than "When can I expect to hear back about the job?" Do your research beforehand. Have some sense of the hospital's and the medical staff's accomplishments, reputation, and general philosophy before entering the interview. Use body language that conveys confidence. Sit up straight, make eye contact, and give a firm, but non-aggressive, handshake. Use specific examples from your past work experience. Have a list of moments, preferably ones in anecdotal form, that illustrate your strengths as an employee. | Complete a licensing exam (or exams). Apply for positions. Learn good interview skills. |
When it comes to making the UPS corporation run smoothly, there are two main pathways: the IT department and logistics and operations. If you want a job that involves working behind the scenes, consider these paths. The information technology department of UPS works on continually renovating the technological aspects of the UPS corporation to assure things run smoothly. This position is great for someone with a background in computing, mechanics, or engineering. Logistics and operations make sure all aspects of UPS run together smoothly. This field is essentially responsible with connecting the dots between all other aspects of the UPS corporation. Requirements and experience vary greatly as a wide array of different professionals and with varying levels of interest are needed for logistics and operations jobs. Jobs in IT or logistics vary greatly in their requirements. There are a variety of educational pathways you can take to land one of the positions. Unlike driving/handling positions and customer service positions, these jobs usually require some level of higher education. Education requirements for information technology jobs depend on which field you want to specialize in. If you're interested in streamlining how UPS trucks operate, a degree in automotive engineering might help. If you're more interested in jobs in computing, a computer science degree might be a worthwhile investment. A logistics and operations job may require an associate's or bachelor's degree depending on the position. As your job involves streamlining UPS services, a degree in something like chain management or process engineering can help you see how the inside structure of businesses operate. There may also be certifications to obtain, depending state, in things like business management. These might be a good supplement to an education and help you stand out on the job market. In short, as UPS jobs are so diverse pursue your personal interests and passions and see how they fit with the UPS corporation. You should start looking for experience early on in high school and college. This can help you stand out to UPS employees when you apply for a position at the company. If you want to work in information technology, having a tech background is key. Work in computer repairs for a few years. Take a few classes in technology or computer science. Work at a local mechanics to learn about car repair. Experience working behind the scenes in businesses can help with a logistics and operations job. Try to get a part time job at a local business that allows you to work behind the scenes to help the business run smoothly. Look for internships in the fields that interest you during college and high school. This can help set you apart from the competition when applying for a job. Ask your college career counselor to point you in the direction of good internship opportunities. | Read up on the positions. Get an education. Seek experience. |
Yellow jackets are most active between 10 am and 4 pm. It's therefore easiest to find them flying the paths between their food sources and nests at this time. If it's very hot or very cold, keep in mind that this timeframe might be shortened, as yellow jackets tend to be less active during extreme temperatures. Yellow jackets tend to build nests partially underground, usually in old gopher holes. They can also build nests in wood piles and dense vegetation. Walk your property, looking for holes, as well as other ground areas where nests might exist. If you see yellow jackets flying near such areas, or a large number of yellow jackets crawling around protecting a certain area, you’ve probably found a nest. Regardless of where their nests are located, wasps will fly in a straight line from their nest to their food sources. Stand still near where you’ve seen the yellow jackets, and look across the part of that area that's in full sun. Look for any insects flying quickly by in a straight line – they should stand out in the direct sun. Keep looking if you see one – if you see more, you’re probably seeing them emerge from or going back to their nest and you can track the nest that way. If you can't spot any yellow jackets flying, you can try luring them with food and then following them back to their nests. Place the food in a shallow dish near where you think nests might be, and then watch the food trap. Yellow jackets should eventually show up near the food. Once they do, follow their path back to their nests. You can use protein-based baits, including tuna-flavored canned cat food, chicken skin, cold cuts, and ground meat. In the summer, sugar baits might work better. Try fruit juice, grenadine, ice cream, or a bit of fruit jelly. As you find the nests, mark them. Spray painting an “x” near the location is best, since you can do it from a distance away and the paint will eventually wash off of your yard or any buildings. Don't try to mark the nest directly – spraying it or poking a marker flag into it can upset the colony and cause the yellow jackets to swarm and attack you. | Start your search after 10 am. Search for holes in the ground of your property. Look for yellow jackets flying in a straight path. Lure the yellow jackets with food. Mark nests as you find them. |
Use a unique skill or ability that you already possess and make it appear more impressive. Maybe you have great drumming skills, a stellar singing voice, or the ability to make complicated balloon animals. You can then take your ability to the next level by adding in a surprising or interesting element. Think of creative ways to impress the judges with your talent and show them how well you can do the talent even in less than ideal circumstances. You may want to enlist friends to perform with you and create an act where you all drum together on stage. Or you may ask friends who can play instruments to be your backing band for your singing performance. You can then create synchronized movements as a band that you perform together during the act. If you have a more specialized talent, like making balloon animals or juggling, you may want to add in an element of difficulty that will appear impressive to the judges. This could be making a huge balloon animal within a certain time limit or making balloon animals while riding a unicycle or running on a treadmill. When you are creating your act, you should showcase your strengths as a performer. This will help you feel more comfortable when you perform and more confident. You will also be at your best when you are catering to your strengths, as this can help to hide your weaknesses as a performer. If you are more comfortable in costume when performing in front of others, come up with a unique costume that ties into your act. Maybe you wear an updated clown costume for your juggling act or a long, glamorous gown for your jazz singing performance with a band. Think about how you can use costume as a way to feel comfortable and confident on stage. You may be at ease when you move and dance around the stage, as opposed to staying in one place. Integrate this into your act, where you do a coordinated dance with the other people in your act or do a dance to fit your act if you are on stage alone. Stage props can be as simple as a microphone stand or as complex as confetti raining down from the rafters of the theater. Think of ways that you can use stage props to enhance your performance. Maybe you use an umbrella in your dancing act to add an element of originality and surprise. Or maybe you integrate the mic stand into your balloon animals act. Stage props like confetti, balloons, pyrotechnics, and lasers can all be costly and complicated to set up. If you have the budget and the time to integrate these props, do so as long as they fit within in your act and are not simply being used to fill time or space on the stage. Avoid leaning on the props to hide your lack of talent. Your talent should always be at the forefront. Audience participation is always a good thing in any performance. Often, appealing to your audience will help to get them on your side and impress the judges. Think of ways to involve the audience. This may mean asking someone from the audience to participate in your act or have the audience snap or clap along to your performance. | Take a unique skill or ability you already have and improve on it. Cater to your strengths as a performer. Include stage props. Get the audience involved in your act. |
Given a large database of concepts but only one or a few examples of each, can we learn models for each concept that are not only generalisable, but interpretable?In this work, we aim to tackle this problem through hierarchical Bayesian program induction.We present a novel learning algorithm which can infer concepts as short, generative, stochastic programs, while learning a global prior over programs to improve generalisation and a recognition network for efficient inference.Our algorithm, Wake-Sleep-Remember, combines gradient learning for continuous parameters with neurally-guided search over programs.We show that WSR learns compelling latent programs in two tough symbolic domains: cellular automata and Gaussian process kernels.We also collect and evaluate on a new dataset, Text-Concepts, for discovering structured patterns in natural text data. | We extend the wake-sleep algorithm and use it to learn to learn structured models from few examples, |
If you will be outside on warm days and doing something that requires physical exertion, be sure to drink plenty of water and sports drinks to stay hydrated. This can help prevent heatstroke before it starts. Try drinking a quart of water per hour. If you need to work outside, work in the early morning hours or the later afternoon hours. This is when temperatures are cooler, and cooler temperatures reduce the risk of heatstroke. Everyone reacts to heat differently, but physical exertion should be avoided at temperatures over 90°F (32°C). Excess, tight fitting clothing makes it difficult for the body to cool itself and increases the risk of heatstroke. Likewise, dark clothing will heat up the body and increase the risk of heatstroke. By dressing properly while you are active outdoors you can help prevent heatstroke before it starts. You should also apply sunscreen to any exposed skin to help protect yourself from sunburn. | Drink plenty of fluids. Do not over exert yourself and avoid the outdoors during the hottest times of the day. Wear loose fitting, lightweight and light colored clothing. |
If you have noticed signs of an oncoming period or if you expect your period to start soon based on when it started the previous month, put on a panty liner. This will provide a small amount of protection if your period starts early or if you don't notice it right away. The, switch to a tampon or pad when you are able to. Tampons and cups go inside of your vagina and they collect menstrual blood and fluids. However, they can sometimes leak, such as if you have a heavy flow or if the tampon or cup is not inserted properly. Wearing a panty liner along with using a tampon or cup can help you to avoid leaks. Keep in mind that tampons and cups are generally effective when you use them correctly, but if you’re new to using them, a panty liner can provide you with extra security and peace of mind. Your period will get lighter and lighter as you approach the end of it. This is normal. Even though the flow will be light, it's still important to wear a feminine hygiene product. A panty liner is a great choice in the last few days of your period since it's less bulky than a pad, but will still absorb menstrual fluids. For example, if your periods generally last 5 days, try wearing a panty liner on days 4 and 5. This will help to prevent odors from building up and avoid leaks. Remove the old panty liner by peeling it out of your underwear. Then, roll it up with the pad side on the inside and wrap it in toilet paper. Throw the panty liner away in a garbage can. Then, unwrap a new panty liner and press the adhesive side into the inside of your panties. If your flow increases, you might need to switch to a tampon or pad. If the flow is very light or non-existent, you might be able to skip wearing a panty liner entirely. Make sure that your period is completely over before you stop wearing a panty liner. You may want to wear a panty liner for 1 to 2 days after you are sure it has stopped. For example, if your period generally lasts 6 days, wear a panty liner on days 7 and 8, too. | Wear a panty liner in the days leading up to your expected period. Use a panty liner for extra protection if you use a tampon or cup. Switch from pads to panty liners on light flow days. Change the panty liner at least once every 3 to 4 hours. |
Now that the topside of your door is painted and dry, you should flip the door and repeat the painting process on the other side. This time, you should be mindful of: Edges, where excess paint might drip from your roller and dribble onto the other side. Gaps in the wood. Some panels or wooden doors are constructed with some space or looseness where two pieces of wood form a seam. Paint these sections lightly with a paintbrush to prevent buildup on the opposite side. A second layer of paint can help bring out the luster in your paint, and can be especially useful at covering up any bleed through from your primer. Make sure that your paint is completely dry before applying the second coat. Now that both coats have been applied, you should inspect the door for any errant drips or thick spots. Use your paintbrush to smooth these out, and then consult your paint can to find the recommended wait time till dry. Set an alarm so that you can check your door to see if it's done drying. If the paint is wet, damn, or feels poorly bonded, reset your timer and wait another 30 minutes. Do this until the paint feels dry. Depending on the quality of your paint and door, you may want to sand very lightly with fine grit sandpaper between coats. You may need a helper to do this, especially if the door is heavy or cumbersome. But now that you're satisfied with the paint job and the paint has fully dried on both sides, you can reinstall your door. With your helper: Slide the door into place so that the door hinge slots into the wall hinge. Have your helper hold the door steady while you reinsert hinge pins. Use a hammer or the handle of your screwdriver to tap stubborn pins into place. Check the levelness of your door, if having difficulties. Holding the door at even a slight angle can make it impossible to reinsert hinge pins. | Paint the reverse side of your door. Apply a second layer of paint. Allow the door to dry completely. Lift the door back into its original position. |
Look up the menu online ahead of time and see if it included nutritional information. Chain restaurants often provide nutritional information online. See which items are lowest in sodium and plan to order those when eating out. See if the restaurant has any specifically low-salt items on the menu. Some restaurants may have a whole section for foods low in salt and sugar. Try politely requesting that you not have salt added to your food or that the cook cuts down on salt. Remember to be polite to wait staff. Say something like, "Is there any way I could request the food be prepared with less salt." If they oblige your request, say thank you. If you're ordering pizza or going to a pizza place, opt for ingredients that are lower in salt. Chicken and vegetables are generally the lowest salt items. Things like pepperoni and bacon tend to have a lot of salt. Cheese also contains a lot of salt. Request that the restaurant use cheese lightly. When eating out at Chinese or Indian restaurants, you often get salt on the side. Instead of asking for something like fried rice or flavored rice, request plain rice. Plain rice is usually much lower in salt. When eating at a sandwich place, order low salt options. Ham, pickles, and cheeses tend to have high salt. Instead, go for things like chicken, eggs, vegetables, and lower salt cheeses like mozzarella. You should also ask for light servings of condiments or request condiments on the side. | Research before dining out. Request your food be prepared without extra salt. Choose low salt pizza options. Opt for plain rice. Select the right fillings in sandwiches. |
The key to getting Christmas cactus to flower during the holiday season is proper light exposure, correct temperatures and limited watering. If you manipulate these things yourself, you can time a bloom just how you'd like. Because this plant is thermo-photoperiodic, it will set buds when day length is about equal to night length and when the temperature drops to 50 to 60 degrees F for several weeks. If the temperature drops further, the plant will not bloom. From September and October, the Christmas Cactus should be kept in a cool room where temperatures will remain around 50-55°F (10-12°C), give or take a few degrees. Don't expose the plant to freezing temperatures. Plants should be blooming for the holidays if cool treatments are started by early November. During the fall months, the Christmas Cactus should be placed in a spot where it receives indirect, bright light during the daylight hours but total darkness at night – it requires long, uninterrupted dark periods of about 12 hours or more. Begin the dark treatments in about mid-October to have plants in full bloom by the holidays. Place the plants in a dark area from about 12 or more hours each night for 6-8 weeks or until you see buds forming. A closet or unused bathroom are ideal places. Be especially careful with watering at this time. Reduce the watering slightly. Do not soak the soil after a dry period; only moisten the top few inches, since buds, flowers and even leaves can fall off if the roots are suddenly saturated. The "dark ages" are over when your plant starts budding. At this point, you should increase, humidity, light, water (not too much, of course), and the temperature. In other words, continue as you were a few months ago. If the buds form too early, you can lower the temperature to stunt them. When you're ready, up the temperature and they should resume their progress. | Encourage the flower blooming for the holiday season by lowering the temperature. Keep the plant in a dark room during the night. When you see flower buds forming, increase light and humidity. |
There will likely be a bad taste in your mouth after vomiting that you want to remove. To do so, rinse your mouth with as much warm water as is necessary. Brushing your teeth immediately after vomiting can cause damage to your tooth enamel. This is because corrosive gastric acid may have been brought into your mouth when you vomited. Do whatever poison control tells you to do. They will likely direct you to drink water, but may direct you to hold off on eating or drinking for a while. If they tell you to go to the hospital, do so, even if you think you threw up most of whatever was bothering your stomach. | Rinse your mouth after vomiting. Do not brush your teeth. Continue following poison control’s directions. |
Open your package of Command hooks, and find the adhesive strip. Find the side that is red, then peel that liner off. Once you have the liner off, press it against the back of the hook. If the liner is not color-coded, look for the word "hook" and peel that side off instead. Some adhesive strips have little pull tabs that are used for removing the adhesive from the wall. Make sure that this tab is sticking out of the bottom of the hook. If your hook's liner was not color-coded, look for the side that is labeled "wall." Peel the liner off, and press the hook against the wall, right between your pencil marks. Hold the hook firmly against the wall for 30 seconds. Make sure that the hook is oriented correctly. The hooked part should be pointing down, with the tip curving upwards. Some types of Command hooks slide out of the base that you attached the adhesive strip to. Slide the hook upwards to reveal the rectangular base. Press the base firmly against the wall for 30 seconds, then slide the hook base into place. Skip this step if you are using a simple hook that does not slide off of the base. You will need another hook on the other side of the window. If you are using a large and/or heavy curtain rod, install a third hook in the middle, between the 2 outer hooks. Do not jump ahead and hang the curtain rod up just yet. During this time, the adhesive will bind to the wall. Don't get impatient and hang the curtain rod before the hour is up, or the hooks will fall off. You can now hang your curtain onto the rod. How you do this depends on the type of curtain you are using. For example, some curtains slide directly onto the rod, while others must be secured with curtain rings or tabs. | Remove the red liner and press it against the back of the hook. Remove the black liner and press it against the wall for 30 seconds. Slide the hook off of the base, and press the base against the wall, if applicable. Repeat the process for the other hooks. Give the hooks 1 hour to bond to the wall. Place the curtain rod onto the hooks. |
Once you've chosen a trap, you'll need bait. If you're using a cup or net, this may not be necessary. Meat is what is most often used to catch a crayfish. It's best to use real meat instead of artificial bait. Fish heads, bacon, and chicken carcasses work well. If you do not want to spend money on real meat, you can use a can of cat food with holes punched into the top. Crayfish are primarily attracted to smell. They may follow the smell of the cat food. How you bait a trap depends heavily on the trap you're using. You would usually place it inside the trap, close to the back. Some crayfish traps may have special sections where you can place the bait. You need to place your trap in an area where you're likely to find crayfish. Crayfish generally prefer clear, still water. They also prefer a rocky habitat. Look for shallow, still waters. You can also look for eddies with fast streams, as crayfish may flow into your traps. Rivers and brooks are where crayfish are most often found. They tend to congregate in warmer bodies of freshwater. If you live in a colder area, it may be harder to find and catch crayfish. In many states, it's illegal to transport live crayfish. You also do not want to cause the animals excessive stress. You should kill the crayfish shortly after they enter your traps. If you're going for a daylong fishing trip, you should keep crayfish alive until the end of the day. This minimizes decay. You can keep crayfish in a sealable container. Keep crayfish between layers of moist fabric. You might want to put ice between the layers of fabric, but be sure not to let ice directly touch the crayfish. When you're finished fishing, you can kill the crayfish by stabbing them with a kitchen knife. Stab around the top of the body, where their head joins the abdomen. | Find the right bait. Place your chosen trap in the right area. Kill crayfish shortly after trapping them. |
Calligraphy letters are drawn using thick and thin strokes to create shapes. They are not written like traditional letters. This ‘thick-and-thin’ effect creates a flowing, consistent pattern.Here are basic rules to follow: Keep the pen-angle constant Don't push too hard on the nib Draw parallel lines and even curves. A ‘calligraphy nib’ refers to a pen tip that is broad and flat instead of a more commonly rounded point pen such as a fountain pen. This wide, flat structure allows the nib to create a unique ‘thick-and-thin’ effect which is what makes calligraphic letters look fancy. Nibs come in different widths, so having several will allow you to experiment. It is important that you hold the pen so that the tip of the nib points away from you and to the left, at around 30° to 60°. The angle will vary depending on the specific script that you want to create, or naturally with the way you hold the pen. As you write, the nib should never turn to form lines and curves. The trick to creating beautiful, uniform calligraphy is to keep the point in the same direction. This is why you will have to pick your hand up to create several strokes that form each letter. Each stroke follows a pattern and shares similarities with other letters. Form each stroke by gently leading the nib across the paper. Your strokes will move backwards, forwards, and sideways from the direction the nib is pointing. Your hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow should not be touching the table. By fully supporting your hand and arm, it will help you keep a light pressure on the pen to help your strokes flow. You may damage the nib if you press too hard. If you lean on the pen, your letters may not flow, and your arm may get tired. By pushing the nib incorrectly, it may dig into the paper and blot. Always follow the strokes of calligraphy. Regardless of the specific type of calligraphy you draw, this same rule will follow. For example, italic calligraphy is created with lines that slope away upwards to the right, while Roman letters are drawn with perfectly vertical, straight-up-and-down lines. Each skill focuses on the practice of accurate angles. Drawing lines that have the same angle as each other is just as important as keeping your pen-nib at a constant angle. If you draw lines at the correct angle, they won't look right if your pen is not kept at the correct angle. Never alter your pen angle for different line strokes. As you form each letter, you will constantly be picking the pen up from the paper to start new lines. To keep your pen angle accurate, do not move the pen from your fingers before finishing a letter, and do not twist the pen around between your fingers. | Learn the foundation of calligraphy. Get a variety of nibs. Hold your pen at a constant angle. Maintain proper form. Do not press hard on the pen. Draw vertical, horizontal and diagonal lines parallel with one another. Beware of the different angles. |
Gasoline often carries a static electric charge. Place the can on the ground before filling it, where any static electric charge carried by the gasoline can disperse. If you fill the can on a plastic surface, sparks may occur and ignite the gasoline. Remove the cap of your gas can and open the vent located at the top. Place the cap on the ground next to the can. Pick up the pump and insert the nozzle into the can, making contact with the inside. Squeeze the pump to dispense gas into the can. Fill the container no more than 95% full. This will accommodate volume changes that might occur in different temperatures. Once you are done filling the can, remove the nozzle. Put the cap back on and seal it as tightly as possible. The gas can should be completely closed. | Place the can on the ground next to a gas pump station. Place the gas pump nozzle into the top of the can. Fill the can up to 95% full to prevent spills. Seal the can tightly and close the venting hole at the top. |
Never be completely out in the open. Have cover and concealment all around you, but be able to move easily. Choose a space that you can move easily in, yet stay hidden in. Basically, where you can exit and enter the sniper post without blowing your cover or giving away your hiding spot. If you're found, don't shout. Enemies can find you easily, just use a backup that has more than a shot and doesn't jam a lot. Cover and Concealment are Key | Pick a good hiding spot. Find a vantage point on the battlefield with a covered infiltration/ex filtration route. |
This weapon has the unique ability Combo Boost; this lets you do more damage the longer your combo gets. This adds 3 points to Sora's strength. This gives Sora +25% damage reduction to all elements. Damage from all elements are reduced. These are essential in the battle in case you need to restore HP and MP. | Use Decisive Pumpkin. Have Full Bloom+. Have High Ribbon. Have Ribbon. Collect lots of Ethers and Elixirs. |
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