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Lemon juice is mildly acidic. When combined with the garlicky residue around the inside of your mouth, the acid in the lemonade will neutralize the garlic's smell. Try drinking about 1 cup (240 mL) to start and see if that takes care of the smell. Drinking lime juice should have the same effect. If you’ve recently eaten garlic and are concerned that the smell may be lingering on your breath, try sipping a glass of milk. Many people find milk more palatable than lemon juice, so try this option if you dislike sour foods. Studies have indicated that milk reduces the presence of garlic on people's breath. If you don't want to have to worry about garlic breath at all, just have a glass of milk with your garlicky meal. Similarly to milk and lemon juice, green tea contains chemicals that neutralize the unpleasant odor of garlic in your mouth. More specifically, the tea leaves contain chemicals called polyphenols that cancel out the smell caused by garlic. Varieties of green tea can be found at any supermarket or grocery store. There is an oxidizing enzyme in apples that, when ingested, will neutralize the odor-causing compounds in garlic. These compounds are called sulphides, and they release garlic's notoriously unpleasant odor once your body has started to digest the garlic. Waiting a little while before you eat the apple will allow the apple to neutralize the garlic smell as soon as it's released. You could also try eating an apple with your meal to prevent your breath from developing an unpleasant garlic smell in the first place. The smell of garlic may stay in your lungs for 24-48 hours (1-2 days) after you eat it. The solution to getting rid of garlic breath isn't as simple as washing your mouth out or brushing your teeth since the garlic smell isn't just in your mouth. | Drink a glass of lemon juice to neutralize garlic’s smell with acid. Have a glass of milk to neutralize the smell of garlic if you dislike lemon. Drink a cup of green tea if you have some on hand. Eat a fresh apple 30 minutes after your meal to help break down the garlic. |
Some people associate hipsters with hippies and assume that they don't shower regularly or otherwise don't practice proper hygiene. This is a misconception. Though some hipsters participate in the no shampoo movement (which is still very clean), most practice normal hygiene (with bonus artisanal and environmentally-friendly soaps!). While hipsters do shower regularly and clean their teeth, they're just less interested in forking out money for hairstyling, spa sessions, pedicures/manicures, and large make-up kits because these are signs of conforming to cultural ideals of beauty. Arguably, hipsters aren't so interested in "making the most of their assets" because they see their entire self as an asset; from a self-esteem point of view, this is actually a rather healthy outlook. Messy hairdos are just fine. The "bed look", long unkempt hair, and hair that resists any attempts to stay flat without chemicals are acceptable looks. Blurring gender lines with haircuts and styles is part of the hipster culture. Greasy hair is considered okay by some in the hipster culture. That doesn't mean you need to concur and a squeaky clean but uncombed do might be more your thing. For men, large beards and/or waxed mustaches are not a must but are preferred if one can grow them. Some hipsters like to dye their hair in an obvious way. Consider growing your own food or turning vegetarian. Use compost if possible. Eating meat isn't always popular with the hipster culture, and many hipsters tend to be vegetarian or vegan. If you do eat meat, you must assert that choice as a cynical transcendence of vegetarians' futile attempts to save the world. Fruit, coffee, Asian food, etc., are all hip foods. If you have absolutely no space to grow your own produce (not even a balcony or a windowsill), go to a natural foods market instead. Often, hipsters are foodies and love making gourmet meals. If you can't cook, consider getting some good cookbooks today. | Ignore the comments about improper hygiene. Keep your hair casual. Take a green approach to food. |
If your child has a standard UTI (one that occurs in the lower urinary tract and bladder and is not recurrent) then he or she should take antibiotics to clear up the infection. The standard treatment is a four-day oral antibiotic course, though the course can sometimes last for longer than four days depending on the type of antibiotic prescribed. Commonly prescribed antibiotics include: Trimethoprim. Sulfamethoxazole. Augmentin (a combination of amoxicillin and clavulanate). Infants who are younger than one month old and are thought to have a UTI must be taken to the hospital immediately. UTIs can be dangerous for infants who are younger than one month old. If you have an infant who is younger than two months old and is showing signs of a UTI combined with a fever, you should also take him/her to the hospital. There is a chance that the UTI is in the kidney rather than the bladder. While the UTI might be treated while the antibiotic is being taken, the UTI will more than likely come back as soon as your child stops taking the antibiotics. Therefore, routine use of antibiotics to prevent recurrent urinary tract infections in children and adolescents is generally not recommended since outcomes are not significantly improved with this practice. The additional risk, of course, is that overuse of antibiotics will more rapidly lead to increasing numbers of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. | Talk to your doctor about getting antibiotics for your child. Take your infant to the hospital if you think she/he has a UTI. Stay away from giving your child antibiotics to treat recurrent UTIs. |
Click a section that correlates with your position on the map. It's in the bottom-right corner of the page. Click the person-shaped icon in the upper-right side of the window, then click the "Screen Keyboard" switch to place a keyboard on the screen. Since Ubuntu will need to install drivers to work with your keyboard, you won't be able to use your keyboard until it's fully installed. Do so in the "Your name" text box at the top of the window. Entering a name will also create a computer name for your virtual machine, but you can create your own computer name as well by typing it into the "Your computer's name" box. In the "Pick a username" text box, type in the username that you want to use. Type your preferred password into the "Choose a password" text box, then re-type it into the "Confirm your password" text box. It's at the bottom of the page. You can first select login options below the "Confirm your password" text field if need be. This process may take anywhere from a couple of minutes to half an hour depending on the speed of your computer. You won't need to do anything during the installation process. Once you see the Restart Now button, do the following: click the Exit button in the upper-right corner of the window (Windows) or the upper-left corner of the window (Mac), check the "Power off the machine" box, click OK, and then double-click the virtual machine's name. Once your Ubuntu virtual machine is back on, select your name, then enter your password and click Sign In. Ubuntu will load your desktop as though you were using a separate computer. | Select a time zone. Click Continue. Enable the on-screen keyboard. Enter your name. Enter a username. Create a password. Click Continue. Wait for Ubuntu to finish installing. Restart the virtual machine. Log into your computer. |
Whenever you get a piercing, it is important to let a licensed professional piercer do it. They are trained in proper techniques, safety, and sanitation to ensure that your new piercing is placed properly and heals well. If you are trying to keep your new piercing a secret, you need to be mindful about when you get it done. There will be a healing timeframe during which your tongue may swell significantly which can noticeably alter how you sound when you talk. Try to plan your piercing during a time when you can avoid people for at least a few days to give yourself time to heal. Make sure you follow all instructions given to you by the piercer for care of your new piercing. Failure to do so could result in infection or a prolonged healing time, which would make your situation and your pierced tongue more noticeable to those around you. | Get your tongue pierced by a professional. Schedule your piercing appointment appropriately. Care for your piercing properly. |
The toolbar is on the left side. There are two overlapping colored squares at the bottom of the toolbar. The one on top is for the foreground color. The one on the bottom is for the background color. Use the color picker to select a color for the foreground. Click a color in the rainbow (spectrum) colored bar, and then click the exact hue you want in the large square on the left. Then click Ok. It has an icon that resembles a square with a white-to-black color fade. This displays a flyout menu with more tools to the right. The paint bucket tool is used to fill an entire area with the foreground color. This fills the entire document with the foreground color you chose. If you want to create a color-gradient fade, use the background color square to select the color you want the gradient fade to transition to. Then click the gradient tool, and click and drag across the entire area you want the color transition to take place. You can also select different gradient transition types in the upper-left corner of Photoshop. | Click the square at the bottom of the toolbar. Pick a color for the background of the card. Click and hold the gradient tool in the toolbar. Click the paint bucket tool. Click anywhere in your card. |
If you're experiencing severe abdominal pains or cramping, or if you have bloody or tarry, black stool, see your doctor as soon as possible. This can be a sign of a serious condition such as a perforated bowel. Once your doctor determines the cause of your symptoms, they can recommend the right course of treatment. If you have any of the following symptoms, ask your doctor for a same-day appointment or visit an urgent care center: Bleeding from your rectum Blood in your stool Persistent pain in your abdomen Bloating Problems passing gas Vomiting Lower back pain Fever You may need stronger laxatives that are available by prescription. Additionally, your doctor can rule out potential underlying conditions that may be causing your constipation. Your doctor can offer you treatments that aren't available over the counter. Laxatives usually start to work in about 2 days. Additionally, you shouldn't take them for longer than a week. If you’ve been experiencing constipation several days a week for at least 3 weeks, then it's considered chronic. Your doctor can help you figure out why you’re constipated so often. Plus, they can offer you additional treatment options, like prescription laxatives, that can help you have better bowel movements. Tell your doctor what type of diet and lifestyle changes you’ve made. They’ll likely recommend some different things you can try to help you relieve your constipation. Getting constipated is a normal issue that will most likely go away if you make changes to your diet or lifestyle. Although you likely don't have a serious health issue, it's best to discuss your medical history with your doctor. They can help you recognize the signs of a serious condition so you can treat it early. Your doctor will most likely recommend continuing your self-care regimen to relieve your constipation. However, it's always better to be safe when it comes to your health. | Get care immediately if you have severe pain or blood in your stool. See your doctor if you haven’t had a bowel movement in more than 3 days. Visit your doctor for chronic constipation that doesn’t improve with self-care. Talk to your doctor if you have a family history of colon or rectal cancer. |
Take a few inches of ribbon and fold it in half to make a loop. Tie the two ends into a knot to keep them together. Turn the clock over so that you can see the back. Put a drop of hot glue close to the top. Press the ribbon down onto it and let it dry. Glue guns can get very hot. Ask an adult to help you with this step. You can also staple the ribbon to the plate instead. Cut a long, skinny rectangle out of some yellow paper. Cut a circle out of the same paper and glue it to the bottom of the rectangle. Wait for the glue to dry, then poke a hole near the top of the rectangle. Turn the clock over so that the back is facing you, and open up the brad. Slip the prongs through the hole in the rectangle, then flatten them again. Turn your clock back over and swing the pendulum. Be careful not to get any glue onto the brad, or you may not be able to turn the arrows anymore. Cut a wave-like shape around the edges of the brown paper, and pin it to your wall. Your clock will look like a grandfather clock! Consider combining this with the swinging pendulum. If you want the paint the clock after you have written the numbers, you may need to re-write them. Some paint is translucent, and some paint is opaque. If you cannot find any glitter glue, then draw on the clock with some regular glue, and cover it with glitter. Tap the excess glitter off onto a sheet of paper. Use the paper to funnel the glitter back into its container. You can write "hour" on the little hand, and "minutes" on the big hand. You can also cut the hands out of two different colors, to make them easier to tell apart. You don't have to write the numbers using marker. Try using stickers or foam letters instead. You can also try using a silver or gold permanent marker. Consider using the Roman numbers instead: I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, and XII. Start at the 1 o'clock position with the "I" and continue around the rim. The XII should be at the top of the clock, where the 12 would be. | Hot glue a piece of ribbon to the back of the clock so you can hang it. Add a swinging pendulum to your clock. Glue the clock onto a large sheet of brown paper. Paint the clock face before you write the numbers down. Outline the clock and arrows with some glitter glue. Label the two clock hands, or make them different colors. Decorate the numbers. |
Despite alarm over the reliance of machine learning systems on so-called spurious patterns in training data, the term lacks coherent meaning in standard statistical frameworks.However, the language of causality offers clarity: spurious associations are those due to a common cause vs direct or indirect effects.In this paper, we focus on NLP, introducing methods and resources for training models insensitive to spurious patterns.Given documents and their initial labels, we task humans with revise each document to accord with a counterfactual target label, asking that the revised documents be internally coherent while avoiding any gratuitous changes.Interestingly, on sentiment analysis and natural language inference tasks, classifiers trained on original data fail on their counterfactually-revised counterparts and vice versa.Classifiers trained on combined datasets perform remarkably well, just shy of those specialized to either domain.While classifiers trained on either original or manipulated data alone are sensitive to spurious features, models trained on the combined data are insensitive to this signal.We will publicly release both datasets. | Humans in the loop revise documents to accord with counterfactual labels, resulting resource helps to reduce reliance on spurious associations. |
Depending on what type of school you go to, and where your school is located, there are going to be different styles that stay popular with your school, and other styles that don't show up as much. Ask yourself the following questions: What is different about their style and mine? How can I change mine subtly so that I don't come off as a copycat or a poser? Am I wearing a style that might not be labeled as "popular"? However, while making sure it is slightly similar to the type of style that is accepted as popular, be sure that it doesn't look so similar that people are going to accuse you of copying the popular girl! Popular people are always stylish, and they often stick with the clothing that is in style. If you want, you can choose a completely different style that looks amazing, and it'll make you stand out from them. However, be very careful about which style you choose - don't stand out too much (ex: If dark blue jeans are considered hot in style right now at your school, try sporting a pair of black jeans to make you stand out slightly from all those dark blue jeans! However, neon red or pink would not be very acceptable). It's recommended that you purchase fashion magazines to read and update yourself on the current styles. You can buy clothing similar to the models you see while making sure the clothing suits you well, and is slightly different. Accessories are another important part of your style. Pick out cute necklaces, earrings, bracelets, scarves, etc. while being sure not to over-accessorize. Try not to purchase any accessories similar to what the popular girls wear in your school, but amazing accessories that will make those girls green with envy! Before you leave the house, always follow the rule for all girls: look in the mirror, and remove one accessory before leaving. Do this by adding one clothing piece at a time. While you may be tempted to stride into the school with a burst of new style and color, it would be best for people not to suspect your goal of becoming popular. Subtly morph from your old style to your new one over the following weeks, making sure it isn't too obvious. For example: Wear your new top one week. Then wear another the next week, and so on. Slowly begin to add new pants, and slowly continue on with everything else till you are fully dressed and striding about in your new style! Make sure your style would be acceptable in your school, and that you are completely following dress code if your school has one. | Take a look at what clothing styles the popular kids have in your school and mentally compare their style to yours. Choose a style that flatters your figure well, complements your body, and pleases you. Stay updated in the fashion zone. Use accessories. Change your style gradually. |
Even if your house is tidy, there are always chores you put off until later. Wash the windows, clean the ceiling fans, or degrease the oven. These tasks typically don't take more than an hour to do, but they will make that time go by more quickly. Draw a picture. Write a story or a song. Bake a cake. There are many ways to be creative. However you want to do it, being creative can really make time speed by. This will help you concentrate on other things. Start with a list of things you can accomplish pretty quickly. For instance: make the bed, do laundry, pay bills, and buy groceries. Done with your list and still have time? Do some long term planning. What do you want to accomplish this week, this month, this year? Write your goals down and think of how you can efficiently achieve them. If you’re still in school, get a jumpstart on that report you’ve been procrastinating. Maybe you’ve been avoiding cleaning the gutters or responding to work emails. Whatever homework, housework, or employment work you’ve been putting off, get it done. It will have to be done eventually, and the concentration will keep your mind off of the time. It may sound silly, but many people who are anxious about time passing are also not great at getting enough sleep. If you’re counting the minutes, close your eyes and count some sheep instead. | Clean your home. Make something. Make a to do list. Complete work you’ve put off. Catch up on your rest. |
High cholesterol, high blood sugar, and high blood pressure may not cause symptoms until cardiovascular disease has become severe and resulted in organ damage. For this reason, it is important to schedule annual visits, or physicals, with your doctor to assess your risk of heart disease. You doctor can measure your blood pressure and order blood tests to look at cholesterol levels. If any of these measurements are abnormal, she may prescribe medication that could be crucial for preventing a heart attack. You should start cholesterol screening no later than age 45. Medication that help with blood clots are called antiplatelet agents. Platelets are a component of the blood that are triggered to form blood clots when there is injury. Aspirin is the most commonly used medication in this group. It is a pill generally taken once a day in a dose of 81 to 325 mg. Side effects for regular use include stomach upset and, in rare cases, GI bleeding. Other types of antiplatelet agents include Plavix, Brilinta, and Effient. These are also pills that are generally taken once daily. The common side effect of taking these is easy bleeding and bruising. Cholesterol medications are called statins. They work by lowering bad cholesterol in your system and raising good cholesterol. This prevents the development of plaque in the heart. There are a number of different types, including Lipitor, Pravachol, Crestor, Mevacor, Altoprev, Zocor, and Livalo. These are pills that are generally taken once daily. In general, this class of medication is very safe and has very few and infrequent side-effects. Studies have suggested that they can rarely cause minor injury to the liver and kidneys. They can also cause muscle toxicity, injury and breakdown. Statin therapy plays an especially important role in reducing cardiovascular risk in diabetic patients. Frequently, lifestyle changes are not enough to reduce blood pressure to healthy levels and prescription medications must be used. Thiazide diuretics reduce fluid volume and cause relaxation of vessels in your heart. This medication is taken once daily. Side effects include low potassium, which can cause muscle weakness and irregular heartbeat, as well as low sodium, which can cause dizziness, vomiting, and fatigue. The most effective regimen for lowering blood pressure is a combination of both lifestyle changes and medication. Sometimes more than one type of medication is necessary. ACE inhibitors stop a hormone called Angiotensin II, which results in narrowed vessels and increased fluid retention in the heart. It is generally taken one to three times daily. Major side effects include low blood pressure, which can cause dizziness and fainting, elevated potassium, and cough. Up to 20% of patients taking an ACE inhibitor will develop a dry, hacking cough, generally within one to two weeks of starting the medication. There are three other types of medications that are classified as blockers. Beta blockers, alpha blockers, and calcium channel blockers. Alpha and beta blockers may be used if you do not respond to other medications. These work by blocking signals from nerves and hormones in the body that cause narrowed blood vessels. They are taken one to three times daily. Side effects for beta blockers include cough and shortness of breath, low blood sugar, high potassium, depression, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. Side effects for alpha blockers include headache, nausea, weakness, and weight gain. Also try calcium channel blockers. Calcium channel blockers are potent vasodilators, which work by relaxing the muscle in the wall of vessels. These are generally taken one to three times daily. Side effects include swelling in the lower extremities and decreased heart rate. | Visit your doctor to get assessed. Take medicine for blood blots. Get cholesterol medication. Ask your doctor about thiazide diuretics. Try angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. Use blockers. |
We'll start with a simple example: a hyperbola with the center of its origin. For these hyperbolas, the standard form of the equation is x2/a2 - y2/b2 = 1 for hyperbolas that extend right and left, or y2/b2 - x2/a2 = 1 for hyperbolas that extend up and down. Remember, x and y are variables, while a and b are constants (ordinary numbers). Example 1: x2/9 - y2/16 = 1 Some textbooks and teachers switch the position of a and b in these equations. Follow the equation closely so you understand what's going on. If you just memorize the equations you won't be prepared when you see a different notation. This new equation represents both asymptotes, though it will take a little more work to separate them. Example 1: x2/9 - y2/16 = 0 Factor the left hand side of the equation into two products. Refresh your memory on factoring a quadratic if you need to, or follow along while we continue Example 1: We'll end up with an equation in the form (__ ± __)(__ ± __) = 0. The first two terms need to multiply together to make x2/9, so take the square root and write it in those spaces: (x/3 ± __)(x/3 ± __) = 0 Similarly, take the square root of y2/16 and place it in the two remaining spaces: (x/3 ± y/4)(x/3 ± y/4) = 0 Since there are no other terms, write one plus sign and one minus sign so the other terms cancel when multiplied: (x/3 + y/4)(x/3 - y/4) = 0 To get the equations for the asymptotes, separate the two factors and solve in terms of y. Example 1: Since (x/3 + y/4)(x/3 - y/4) = 0, we know x/3 + y/4 = 0 and x/3 - y/4 = 0 Rewrite x/3 + y/4 = 0 → y/4 = - x/3 → y = - 4x/3 Rewrite x/3 - y/4 = 0 → - y/4 = - x/3 → y = 4x/3 We've just found the asymptotes for a hyperbola centered at the origin. A hyperbola centered at (h,k) has an equation in the form (x - h)2/a2 - (y - k)2/b2 = 1, or in the form (y - k)2/b2 - (x - h)2/a2 = 1. You can solve these with exactly the same factoring method described above. Just leave the (x - h) and (y - k) terms intact until the last step. Example 2: (x - 3)2/4 - (y + 1)2/25 = 1 Set this equal to 0 and factor to get: ((x - 3)/2 + (y + 1)/5)((x - 3)/2 - (y + 1)/5) = 0 Separate each factor and solve to find the equations of the asymptotes: (x - 3)/2 + (y + 1)/5 = 0 → y = -5/2x + 13/2 ((x - 3)/2 - (y + 1)/5) = 0 → y = 5/2x - 17/2 | Write down the equation of the hyperbola in its standard form. Set the equation equal to zero instead of one. Factor the new equation. Separate the factors and solve for y. Try the same process with a harder equation. |
When attempting to breed any animal, it is important to know as much as you can about the species. Research betta care and breeding. There are many great websites and books. More than 600 eggs can come from a single spawn, meaning that you could end up caring for more than 500 betta fish if most survive! You need to know beforehand what you want to get out of the experience. Are you interested in genetics, breeding for show, or supplying a local pet store? Or are you simply in love with bettas and want to take your hobby to the next level? Breeding for show or supply is a big undertaking that will require a large investment of time, space, and money. Due to the high start-up and supply costs, it is very difficult to make a profit breeding bettas, so this should not be your goal for some time. When you are ready to try breeding, you need to first prepare to bring your breeding pair home. Set up two tanks as shown in Set Up a Betta Tank. Be sure to cycle the water in both tanks before bringing home any fish. Bettas breed best when they are young, so you will have the most success if you find a reputable breeder either online or in your area to purchase a pair from. If you are able to find a breeder in your area, they can also be an invaluable source of information. Make sure the male and female are about the same size, and consider getting two pairs in case the first pairing doesn't work out. Most pet store bettas are too old to breed and their genetic background is usually unknown, but they can be a cheaper way to get started breeding and are more readily available than breeder fish. If you choose to breed pet store fish, be aware that you may be unable to find buyers or homes for your fry, as most pet stores will not buy them. Because you don't know what genetic traits you are mixing, you could end up with sickly or undesirable fry. | Learn as much as possible. Set up your permanent tanks. Obtain a breeding pair. |
Like their stock counterparts, futures mutual funds are a diversified portfolio of different commodity futures managed by a professional advisor for a fee. Managers determine which futures to buy or sell and the timing of the transactions. Most funds are highly leveraged to increase return. The portfolio might be broad including all commodity classes or limited to specific types such as grains or precious metals. Management fees typically are 1.5% or higher of the fund's asset value. Mutual funds let investors participate in the commodities market without having to get directly involved with trading highly leveraged commodities. Also, since commodity mutual funds also make investments in stocks related to the commodities, sometimes they still perform well even if a commodity itself is experiencing a negative price movement. For example, stocks in a mining company may rise even though the price of the commodity they mine is falling. This is because the stock value of the companies related to the commodities are affected not only by the price of the commodity, but also by their own debt and cash flow. Major investment companies that sell commodity index funds include Pimco Real Return Strategy Fund, Oppenheimer, Barclays and JP Morgan. Commodity mutual funds are advantageous because they are professional managed and diversified, providing a full package to inexperienced investors. A Commodity ETF is a managed portfolio of physical commodities or commodity futures designed to track either the spot price such as precious metals or an index of a specific commodities. For example, a Gold ETF might purchase and store gold in the form or coins or bullion while a Futures ETF would contain a series of futures contract designed to replicate the price movement of an index like the Dow Jones-USB Grains Subindex Total Return or the SummerHaven Dynamic Commodity Index Total Return. While assets within the ETF are rebalanced periodically to track the index more closely, active management is less intensive than a commodity mutual fund and less expensive with expense ratios of 1% or less. Commodity ETFs trade like a common stock on a stock exchange and undergo price changes frequently as they are bought and sold. ETFs usually have lower fees than mutual fund shares. However, ETFs also introduce credit risk, as their issuer may not be able to repay the promised amount under certain circumstances. Both commodity mutual funds and ETFs can be purchased through a regular online brokerage or an in-person broker. Mutual funds may have management fees and/or minimum investment amounts. Check with your brokerage for details. | Understand commodity futures mutual funds. Understand commodity-related Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). Buy commodity mutual fund shares or ETFs. |
If you have large ankles, avoid wearing heels that have an ankle strap. An ankle strap will make your ankles look larger. Go for a sling back or pump instead. On the other hand, an ankle strap will help if you have thin ankles.Pointy-toe shoes, nude heels, and open toe heels will make your legs look longer and leaner. T-strap shoes will make your legs look shorter. Avoid these if you are trying to look long and lean. Narrow heels and stilettos look best on people with a more slender build, and with fashions that are lean and slimming. People with heavier builds should look at platforms or thicker heels to keep things looking balanced and proportional. If you do not have a lot of heels, invest in a pair of black and/or nude heels. A classic pump can be worn on any occasion and will never go out of a style. A nude shoe can be worn with most outfits. These two styles are timeless, and you can wear them for a long time.. The color of nude you choose will be different based on your skin tone. The heels you select for an outfit will depend on the occasion and your personal style. Chunky heels are comfortable, but are also less dressy than thinner heels. If you wear a chunky heel, balance the rest of your outfit by wearing another chunky item. For example, if you have on a dainty dress, add a jacket. Chunky heels also look nice with boyfriend jeans. Adding a chunky heel can also help you dress down an outfit if you need to. If you wanted to wear a dress to a casual dinner, add a chunky heel to make it less formal. A high heeled sandal is a versatile shoe that can be worn with casual and dressy outfits. Your shoe should not compete with your outfit. If you wear an outfit with a lot of prints or colors, choose a simple sandal with thin straps. If you are wearing a casual outfit, throwing on a pair of sandals will instantly dress up your look. Depending on where you work, a strappy sandal may not be appropriate for work. For example, A sandal may be fine for the fashion or arts industry, but may not be fine in a corporate law office. | Choose heels that flatter your legs. Start with a basic color. Pair chunky heels with a more casual outfit. Get a pair of sandals. |
This should be 1 ½” wide and long enough to go around your shoulders and meet in the middle of your back. An easy way to measure this is to make a figure eight and putting your arms through it. This is usually going to be from 35”-48”. This is going to sit on the center of your upper back. Sew the middle of the long strap to the bottom of the rectangle. Do the same with the left side of the strap. This is going to form your arm loops. If you're a righty, use your leather cement to attach your holster to the left shoulder strap. Put the straps on and mark where you'd like to have the holster. Once it's marked, take the straps off and use your cement to attach it. Use your clamps and let it sit for at least 10 minutes while the cement dries. Attach your holster in a place that is concealed, comfortable, and in easy reach. The leather cement will hold your holster in place. However, if you wish to add extra support, you can use another strip of leather. Place a small strip of leather (no more than 3”) and lay it on your holster, over the strap. Stitch this strap onto both the holster and the strap. It will take a lot of strength to attach this strap because you will be going through up multiple layers of leather. Be sure to use your prong punch and hammer to create insertion holes for the stitches. | Cut 1 piece of long leather for the strap. Cut a 2”x4” rectangle out of another piece of leather. Loop the right side up to the top of the rectangle and sew it stable. Attach the holster. Secure your holster. |
If you aren't connecting to a pre-configured server, you'll need to know the server's address and port number. Some websites will display Minecraft servers in "address:port" configuration (e.g., "play.avengetech.me:19132"). If so, exclude the colon from the address and use the number to the right of the colon as the port entry. Tap the Minecraft app icon, which resembles a grassy block of dirt. If you aren't logged into your Xbox Live account, do the following: Tap Log In on the left side of the screen. Enter your Xbox Live email address, then tap Next. Enter your Xbox Live password, then tap Log in. Tap Let's play to go back to the Minecraft PE screen. It's at the top of the menu. This tab is in the upper-right corner of the screen. It's at the top of the page. A pop-up window will appear. Tap the "Server Name" text box, then type in the name you want to use for your server. Tap the "Server Address" text box, then type in the address for the server. Tap the "Port" text box, then type in the port number for the server. It's in the bottom-right corner of the screen. Doing so adds the server to your Servers page. Once the server appears on the "Servers" page, you can connect to it by tapping its name and waiting for the server to load. You must be connected to Wi-Fi in order to connect to your selected server. If you receive a message that says "You must authenticate to Xbox Live", your selected server's host hasn't updated their server to reflect current hosting requirements. | Determine your server's address and port number. Open Minecraft. Log in if necessary. Tap Play. Tap Servers. Tap Add Server. Create a name for the server. Enter the server's address. Enter the server's port number. Tap Save. Join the server. |
If you search the person's full name online, you may pull up newspaper obituaries or other information about them that will lead you to a date of death. This type of search typically yields better results if the person has a somewhat unusual name. Even if the person has a relatively common name, you can filter out less relevant results by including other information about the person. For example, if you know the town where they were born, you can add that town name. An obituary typically would list where the person was born. If you know the names of other people who were related to that person or survived that person, adding those names can also help you narrow your search results. If you're trying to find out when someone died who lived hundreds of years ago, genealogy sites may be your best bet. Many of these sites have compiled data and records going back hundreds of years. For example, ancestry.com has a global grave index available at https://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60541. This database indexes cemetery and burial details going back to the 1300s. You'll get better search results if you have a lot of information about the person. Otherwise, be prepared to sift through numerous results. Many governments provide at least limited access to digitized government databases online. Do an online search for "death index" or "death records" with the name of the country the person was from. If you believe the person died more recently, or at least within the past 50 years, government databases may have a record of the death. Older records may be spotty, especially if the country has been involved in war or civil strife, or had a significant change in government. For example, it may be more difficult to find out when someone died if they lived in Eastern Europe in the early 1900s. Local newspapers typically publish an obituary whenever there is a death. For many people, this may be the only record of their death that is available. If you can find the person's obituary, you can find out when they died. Go to http://www.legacy.com/search to search obituaries and funeral home notices published in Australia, Canada, Europe, New Zealand, the UK, and the US. | Start with a general search of the person's name. Try genealogy sites for older deaths. Check online government databases. Search newspaper obituaries. |
You'll need a pen, paper towels, and tape. You may also use food coloring or watercolor paint to color the petals of your flower. However, remember that less can be more as too much decorations may become distracting or gaudy. You will need standard size paper towels. You will need about 10 standard sheets stacked on top of one another. This will create a rather larger flower for your pen so you can cut to your desired size. Using regular scissors or special scalloping scissors, create smooth and rounded edges along the entire border of your paper towels. Remember to keep the paper towels stacked as you cut them. The scallop design does not have to be perfect but it does have to be consistent around the edges. You may dip the scalloped borders into some water with food colouring or watercolor paint. You can get as creative as you want and try to use a lot of different colors on different parts of the paper towel. You may also leave the paper towel white for an elegant look. Be careful with your design because the color will spread and can ruin an otherwise appealing effect. Put the paper towel somewhere for it to dry. Then, repeat this process 3-5 times with other paper towels. Fold the paper towel stack as if you were making a paper fan. Make sure to keep the creases smooth as you fold it. Do not fold the paper towel stack unless all paper towels are dry. Pinch the accordion-like stack of paper towels at the middle and secure this shape with clear tape. Squeeze down firmly and make sure the tape is wrapped tightly at this point as the entire flower will become undone if not securely wrapped. Whether you used 2-ply or single, fluff both sides of the paper towel to make your flower bloom. Careful not to rip the towel as you fluff each petal. Make sure the petals are dry if you have chosen to add color. Each end of the fluffed paper towel stack is its own flower. Make sure to tape as many layers as you need in the center of the stack to ensure that both flowers will not come undone once separated. Cut at the center of the stack and reinforce each stem with more tape if needed. The amount of tape needed at the neck of each flower depends on the fluffiness of the petals. You may glue real or fake leaves together with your freshly made flower. You may either add the leaves to the neck of the flower or directly to the pen. Place the neck of the flower firmly against the shaft of the top of your pen. Use green tape to wrap your flower tightly. The flower will be fairly fluffy relative to the size of your pen so be sure to wrap the tape around as many times as needed to secure your flower in place. | Gather your supplies. Cut your paper towels. Cut scallop edges. Make a colorful design. Fold the paper towel stack like an accordion. Pinch and secure with tape. Separate and fluff the petals. Cut the tape in the center. Glue leaves to the stem. Tape the flower onto your pen. |
While you may think you need to lift everyday to build up your muscles, you really need to only lift 2 or 3 times a week for 30 minutes each time. In fact, the vegan diet may better sustain this type of workout method, rather than a long daily workout, as it allows more time for recovery. Don't work the same body parts everyday. Pick a day for each group, so that you are slowing building up each set. For instance, you could work on your front upper body one day, your back and buttocks the next workout, and you lower half at your next workout. Another strategy would be to do a full-body workout 3x/week so that all muscle groups are being hit 3x/week versus 1x/week. This is helpful if you are following a vegan diet because muscle retention/building is so important to overall health. One exercise you could try for your front upper body is the barbell bench press. Lay down with your back to a bench. Lift the barbell up over your body with your arms almost locked. Have someone spot for you if you haven't done this exercise before. Lower the bar towards your chest, and then hold it for a brief second. Extend your arms back up, lifting the bar. Breathe in as you bring it back down, and breath out as you push it back up. Repeat 6 to 8 times until you begin to feel the strain, then set the bar up to take a short break. For your back and biceps, try a wide-grip lat pulldown. Once sitting on the bench, make sure your knees are up against the knee bar. Grab the bar from above. Push your chest out, and lean back a little. Pull the bar down using only your arms. Breathe out as you slowly bring the bar back up. Breathe in as you pull it back down. Repeat until you feel it in your muscles, and then take a break. For your legs, use a barbell squat. With the barbell at the correct height on a rack, center the bar on the back of your neck across your shoulders. Move away from the rack with the barbell on your shoulders with your feet shoulder-width apart. Squat down with the barbell still on your shoulders, as if you are sitting in a chair. Breathe in as you squat down. Try to keep your back straight. You should stop lowering yourself once your thighs are parallel to the floor. Breathe out and push yourself back up. Repeat 6 to 8 times, then place the barbell back on the rack for a break. If you're new to strength training, use the help available to you at your gym. Many gyms have trainers to help you learn how to properly use equipment, including weights. If you don't learn proper technique, you could injure yourself. Your trainer will work with you to learn techniques such as warming up (doing 5 minutes of aerobic exercise before lifting), keeping your body in proper alignment, increasing the weight you lift slowly, and learning to breathe properly while lifting. That is, you are trying to work certain muscles at a time. If it seems too easy and you don't feel anything while lifting, you may need to adjust the way you're lifting. Don't automatically switch to a higher weight. You don't want to strain your muscles by adding on too much weight too quickly. If you feel sudden pains or strains in your joints, you should stop that exercise. It's ok for the muscle to have slight burning, but you can injure your joints if you don't pay attention to them while lifting. | Lift 3 times a week. Trade off which body part you work. Ask for help. Feel for the burn. Know when to stop. |
As your students read a chapter in an assigned book, have each student write down the words they don't know and bring the list to class at the end of the week. With this technique, your students won't know what words to look out for ahead of time. However, it's a more efficient technique since you’re relying on your own students’ vocabulary to decide which words to focus on. Go through the lists of words each student submits (or that you pick yourself) and combine them into a master list. Include three columns on the list: “Yes,” for words your students know, “No,” for words your students don't know, and “Maybe,” for words your students aren't sure if they know or not. Print out worksheet copies of the list for each student in your class. Ask your students to write an X next to “Yes,” “No,” or “Maybe” for each word. This will give you an idea of what words your class, as a whole, has the most trouble with. For example, if all of your students put an X next to “No” for the word “suspicious,” (and that word is at or near their grade-level) you’ll know to focus on teaching them that word. Create three columns on a piece of paper and write “Basic,” “High Frequency,” and “Specialized” at the top of each column, respectively. Find the most frequently checked “No” and “Maybe” words from your students’ worksheets and classify them into one of the three columns. ”Basic” words are common, known words like “door,” “shoe,” and “television.” ”High Frequency” words are words that occur across a variety of domains and are important for students to know if they’re going to engage in intelligent discussion. For example, “analysis,” “significant,” and “articulate” are high frequency words. ”Specialized” words are low-frequency words that are largely restricted to specific domains. For example, “isomer,” “cumulus,” and “entomology” are examples of specialized words. You should have whittled down your list quite a bit by now. “High Frequency” words are the ones you should focus on in your vocabulary lessons since they represent the most important words your students need to learn. If you have more than ten words left at this point, use your judgment to select ten words from the list. You can't go wrong at this point since all of the words in your list will be important for your students to learn. | Have the students choose words out of an assigned book. Compile a master list of words. Have your students complete the worksheet. Rank the most frequently checked words. Pull out the words in the “High Frequency” column. |
Loss of fluids through vomiting and diarrhea creates the risk of dehydration. It is important to replace lost fluid and electrolytes by drinking water, herbal tea, juice, and broth. Even if it doesn't feel good to drink, this is the best way to keep up your body's energy and get past the worst of the symptoms. Try eating a popsicle, ice chips or some sorbet as a way to get both water and sugar into your system. Drink plenty of water especially after severe bouts of vomiting or diarrhea. Children can drink a rehydration solution like Pedialyte or a flat soda to restore fluids and electrolytes. Eating any foods can further aggravate your already-sensitive digestive system. Avoid eating until the illness has passed or until you’ve been treated. Lay it over your abdomen to help relieve any cramps you may be experiencing. A hot water bottle, or a hot bath, will also do the trick. Overdoing it may increase your recovery time. Your body will naturally fight against the salmonella and it will recover more quickly if you do not put undue stress on it. Take a few days off of work or school if you're still experiencing diarrhea and vomiting since it could be contagious. | Drink plenty of fluids, especially water. Avoid eating food while recovering from a salmonella infection. Use a heating pad or warm compress. Rest and give your body time to heal. |
No matter what kind of concert you’re going to, you will want to be comfortable. If your clothes are too tight, they'll be distracting and hard to dance in. Jeans can be great, but if they're skinny jeans make sure they have some stretch so you can move. Shirts or dresses that restrict your arm movement will make it difficult to dance or move through a crowd. When you try on an outfit, move around in it and see if it's too binding. If you’re going to an outdoor concert, layer to deal with different temperatures. Wear a light jacket or long sleeved shirt over a T-shirt or tank top so you won't be cold before the concert starts, but can take it off once the show begins and things heat up. If you’ll be in an inside arena, don't bother with layers, because overheating is going to your first concern. Keep it lightweight. You don't want to look too polished or formal, so stick with jeans and a T-shirt. A tank top is a good choice too.To avoid looking inexperienced, don't wear the band's T-shirt. Wear baggy pants with T-shirt. Add loose hoodie to complete the look, especially for guys. Girls who want something with a slimmer profile can wear a crop top and skinny jeans. Guys can wear shorts and a bright printed T-shirt or casual button down. For girls, a lightweight dress or comfortable romper is a good choice. Keep it light to stay cool, but bring some layers in case you get chilled. A long sleeved button down shirt can be tossed on top of most outfits. Girls can wear a white top or one with tassels. A floral or flowy dress is another good choice. For guys, a plain T-shirt or plaid button down will work. For everyone, denim is appropriate. For guys, wear a slim shirt, either a nice T-shirt or a button down shirt. Pair it with slim, dark jeans. For girls, jeans with a crop top or sheer blouse look sleek. This is the place to wear sequins. There really are no rules. You have your own style and should follow that more than anyone else's look. Wear what makes you feel comfortable and confident, and enjoy your night. | Wear comfortable clothes. Dress for the venue. Wear casual and simple clothes for a rock concert. Opt for street chic at a Hip Hop concert. Choose a bohemian look for a music festival. Wear a romantic look for a country concert. Dress to look more polished and cool for a pop concert. Wear what you like, ultimately. |
Open your Internet browser, type in www.Yahoo.com on the address bar, and hit "Enter." This will bring you to the Yahoo home page. This is at the top-left corner of the screen in a list, as well as at the top-right corner, as shown in the picture. Clicking on this icon will direct you to the log-in screen. The new screen will ask you to enter your Yahoo ID and password. On the right side of the screen are two boxes that ask for this information. Click on each box individually and enter your information. Click on the purple Sign In button right below your password to access your account. Click on the gear icon located at the top-right side of the screen. After clicking, a menu will drop down. Choose "Settings" from the options in the menu. A white settings box will load on your screen. Along the left side of the box is a list of different settings menus. This will be the second one down on this list. Clicking this option will change the settings to the right of the list. You will now be able to edit your e-mail writing settings on Yahoo. | Head to the Yahoo website. Click on the Mail icon. Log into your account. Head to your e-mail settings. Choose "Writing E-mail" from the options. |
Every marinade is made up of an acid, an oil, and flavorings. The oil moistens the meat while spices and herbs seep in, adding pronounced flavor. The acid breaks the meat down, allowing the oil and seasonings to do their job. Vinegar and lemon juice are the most common acids used, but lime juice is also acidic enough to do the trick. Lime juice goes especially well with chicken and fish. The simplest marinades use equal parts oil and acid. For most marinades, you will need to prepare 1/2 cup per pound (125 milliliters per 450 grams) of meat, or 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) lime juice and 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil per pound. While it has enough acid to break down meat, lime juice is slightly less acidic than lemon juice, so the reaction goes a little slower. As a result, meats that bathe in lime juice can sit a little while longer without turning tough. The acidic lime juice can actually begin "cooking" the meat, as it does when used for ceviche. Due to the oil, however, the cooking process will not be as thorough, leaving you with raw meat that turns tough upon cooking it with heat. Marinate pork and beef for 2 hours to allow them ample time to soak in the marinade. Large, dense cuts can last up to 1 or 2 days before turning tough. Marinate chicken for about 1 hour. Chicken and other types of poultry are less dense than pork or beef, so marinades have a stronger effect. Do not allow chicken to marinate for much longer than 8 to 10 hours. Marinate seafood for 30 minutes. Fish has a remarkably light density and acidic lime juice will have a strong effect on it early on. Do not allow fish to marinate for more than 60 minutes, or it will begin "cooking" and will end up with a tough, unpleasant texture once you continue cooking it with heat. | Prepare a marinade for meat, poultry, or fish with lime juice. Use lime juice instead of lemon juice for marinades that sit over an extended amount of time. Do not allow meats, poultry, and fish to marinate too long. |
It is important to pace yourself as you read the poem so you have a chance to process the words and notice small details of the poem. To help slow you down, take deep breaths as you read. If you rush through the poem, you won't fully experience the poem's sound and rhythm. Make sure you say each syllable of each word, as this is important for the poem's meter. Let each sound stand on its own so the poem's rhythm is as close to the poet's intent as possible. Each syllable and sound will contribute to the rhythm of the poem. Focus on the sound and rhythm of the words. Poems can be tricky to read because the lines break in the middle of a sentence. Don't stop at the line breaks, as this makes the poem sound choppy and difficult to understand. Instead, read through the line breaks and pause or stop at the punctuation. Pause at commas or dashes. Fully stop for a moment when you reach a period or semicolon. If the poem doesn't have punctuation, treat the line breaks as potential pause points. Decide how long of a pause feels right for this poem. Use the emotion evoked by the poet to enhance your reading of the poem. However, don't try to act out the poem. A reading should let the poem speak for itself. For example, you might use a warm, wistful tone for a love poem, or inject a bit of rage when reading an angry poem. | Read slowly. Articulate each word in the poem. Pause at punctuation, not line breaks. Incorporate emotion into your reading, but don’t be dramatic. |
Spread a piece of contact paper over a flat surface, placing the adhesive side down. Sketch the design using a dark pen or pencil. You can use the contact paper to create an adhesive stencil, but keep your design simple. Designs with lots of small details often do not transfer well. You can use lettering in your design. Instead of drawing a design, you can trace a pre-printed image onto the contact paper. Visit an art supply store to find contact paper as well as adhesive stencils you can use if you would don't want to create your own design. Use a sharp knife to cut through the paper, working along the lines you traced earlier. Any parts you remove will get colored in later. This is because the plastic will be exposed in these areas, so the paint will reach it. Leave the contact paper intact over any spots you do not want painted. To prepare your design, cut along the outermost outline to separate it from the paper. Then, sparingly cut out any larger details that can give your design definition. Avoid cutting the entire design out of the paper. Leave it attached at 1 end, since this makes painting a lot easier later. For example, if you want a cat on your cup, you should cut around the outside border. Then, cut around the outline for the nose, mouth, and whiskers so these are painted later. Peel the backing off the contact paper to expose the clear adhesive. Wrap it around the cup, trying to get your design as flat as possible against the plastic. The excess paper around your design is useful for shielding the rest of the cup from paint. You may need to trim the paper and stretch it a little to get it to fit on the cup. Check over your design to find spots where the plastic is exposed. The sticker can crack when stretched, or you may have trimmed it too much. To fix this, layer over these spots with painter's tape or masking tape. You can find decent tape at any general store or art supply store. You don't need specialized tape to complete your project. Take your cup outside so you can paint in a well-ventilated environment. Place the cup on a stable surface, such as a patch of grass, with the design facing up. Start at 1 end of the sticker, then slowly move the nozzle back and forth to coat it with an even layer of paint. Visit a general or home improvement store to find spray paints labeled as multipurpose or for use on plastics. You usually do not need to apply primer first or a clear coat later. However, you can do this to make sure the paint sticks to the plastic. The paint actually dries to the touch after about 30 minutes. There is no need to rush perfection, though. Leave the cup out in open air for as long as possible. After 24 hours, it will be fully dry, leaving you with no worries about smearing the design. You should be able to peel the adhesive off by hand. Work along the seams, starting on the side opposite of the spray paint if possible. Gradually peel back the sticker to reveal your amazing new cup. If you have trouble removing the sticker, try dipping your fingers in water and rubbing the edges of the paper. | Use a pen to outline a design on contact paper. Cut the design with an X-Acto knife. Attach the contact paper to the cup. Cover any parts you don’t want to paint with tape. Spray the design with plastic-friendly spray paint. Let the paint dry for up to 24 hours. Peel the contact paper off the cup. |
It's common for people to extract and roast the seeds from their Halloween pumpkins. While this is a fine option, there are pumpkins designed for consumption and commonly referred to as “cooking pumpkins.” These pumpkins are smaller than the large carving pumpkins used for Halloween decorations, and you may notice a minor difference in consistency and taste between the cooking and carving pumpkin seeds. Place the pumpkin on a durable cutting board and, using a sharp kitchen knife—such as a carving knife—cut the top off of the pumpkin. This will give you access to the pulpy middle of the gourd, which contains the seeds. Once you’ve removed the top, use your carving knife to slice the pumpkin into four evenly sized quarters. Do this by setting the pumpkin upright (with the place where the stem would’ve been pointing upwards), and cutting straight down through the pumpkin. Once it's halved, repeat the process and cut each of the halves in half. If you’re removing the seeds from a large carving pumpkin, you may not need to quarter the gourd. Carving pumpkins often have a large enough opening at the top to extract the pulp and seeds from. Once the pumpkin has been quartered, grab a sturdy kitchen spoon and use it to scrape the stringy pulp (which contains the seeds) into a colander. You’ll be able to tell where the pulp ends and the pumpkin wall begins, as the wall of the gourd is much sturdier than the pulp and does not contain any seeds. If you don't have a spoon sturdy enough for scooping out the pumpkin seeds, you can use an ice cream scoop. You’ll need to use your fingers for this: reach into the colander and remove the pumpkin seeds from the thick, sticky pumpkin pulp. You can discard the pumpkin pulp, and leave the seeds themselves in the colander. You should be able to extract about 1 cup (236 mL) of seeds from a pumpkin weighing 10–14 pounds (4.5–6.3 kg). Once you’ve removed as much of the pulp as possible and are left with only seeds, take the colander to your sink and thoroughly rinse the seeds in cold water. This will remove lingering strings of pulp. | Purchase a cooking pumpkin. Cut the top off of the pumpkin. Quarter the pumpkin. Scrape the pulp and seeds into a colander. Separate the seeds from the pulp. Rinse the seeds in the sink. |
Primary headaches are cluster, migraine, tension, and TAC (Trigeminal autonomic cephalalgia) headaches.You have a better chance of getting away with this charade if you pay attention to the details. There are many different headaches but it makes the most sense to fake tension, migraines, cluster, or sinus headaches. Primary headaches can be triggered by things you do in the day including eating habits, sleeping habits, posture, and general stress. Depending on what type of headache you are trying to fake, the pain will come from different parts of your head. Some headaches may radiate while others are focused. Tension headaches are usually felt at the front, top, or sides of your head. Migraines can be felt in the entire head, or the pain may be felt shifting from one side of your head to the other. Cluster headaches provide a very focused pain on one-side of your head that is located around the eye region. Sinus headaches are felt in the cheekbones, forehead, or the bridge of your nose. There is a wide spectrum of pain that a headache can bring. Be sure to fake enough pain to get out of school but not so much that your overall health comes into question. It's not enough to say that your head hurts because being able to describe the detail will make it seem real. Tension headaches bring about a pressurized band-like pain that you can describe as mild to moderate. Pain can also vary in intensity throughout the day if you’re trying to mimic a chronic tension headache. Migraines can be very intense with a pounding and throbbing pain. The intensity can be very severe so it may not be wise to choose a headache with such involved symptoms. Cluster headaches are constantly throbbing with a burning or piercing pain. Sinus headaches will vary in intensity depending on other sinus symptoms like a runny nose, plugged ears, fever, and facial swelling. You may have to act out the symptoms several hours in advance If there's a specific class you are trying to miss. You are more likely to be believed if multiple witnesses have seen you display the same symptoms. Understand how long a headache should last and if it should only occur at certain times of the day. Tension headaches can occur several times a months depending if they are chronic. They can last from 30 minutes to several days. Chronic tension headaches will vary in intensity throughout the day. The pain may also be present as soon as you wake up. Migraines come with an assortment of symptoms including vomiting and seeing bright flashing dots or wavy lines. Unless you actually have experienced a migraine, it would be unwise to mimic this type of headache. Cluster headaches can last anywhere from 30 minutes to 90 minutes. They can also recur throughout the day from 3 to as many as 8 times. Cluster headaches also occur very regularly and often at the same time of day. Sinus headaches occur when you suffer inflammation and congestion usually brought on by a cold or flu. It would be unwise to try and fake a sinus headache because these symptoms are difficult to mimic. | Focus on primary headaches as they are not symptoms of another disease. Understand where the pain comes from. Describe the pain. Schedule your headache. |
Some computer manufacturers will provide a bootable BIOS update ISO that can simply be burned onto a CD. Download the ISO from the manufacturer website. Use a CD burning program that is compatible with ISO files to burn the bootable ISO to a CD. Boot to this CD, and allow the BIOS update to proceed automatically. Usually there is minimal user input required. Some computer manufactures will provide a BIOS update executable file, and leave it up to you to create a bootable CD image that includes this file. There are many CD burning programs that support creating a bootable CD. Download the BIOS update file from the manufacturers' website. Use the CD burning program of your choice to create a bootable CD. Make sure that you add the BIOS update file to the image that you are creating. You can find the files required to make a bootable CD with a simple search engine query like “create bootable CD”.Once you have created and burned your image, boot to the CD. Run the executable file, and allow the BIOS flashing process to complete. | Create a bootable CD with an ISO. Create your own bootable CD image. |
Once you have established the premise and purpose of your TED talk, you should craft an outline to present your idea in a way that your audience will care about and understand the facts behind them and how it will affect them if they choose to embrace it. Your outline, however, should be something your audience can discern without being obvious. In other words, you don't tell them what you're going to say before you say it (no “Here's what I'm going to share with you today”) and what you've said after you say it (no “And in conclusion …”). If you've been scheduled to speak at a TED event, your outline, or a full script, needs to be sent to the event organizer about two months in advance of your appearance. This lets the event organizers provide preliminary feedback. Your introduction should grab your audience by presenting your idea as quickly as possible without drawing excessive attention to yourself as the speaker. If your idea is one your audience knows is relevant to them, state it clearly early on. If it's not one your audience realizes is relevant to them, show them how it relates to something they do know is relevant to them, If your idea is an emotionally heavy one, start with an understated but forthright approach. Let your audience come to feel about the topic instead of dictating their emotions. Avoid using a string of statistics. A single relevant fact carries more weight, particularly if it comes as a surprise to your audience. List out what the audience already knows and what they need to know, then organize this information into a series of points, where each point presents information that will help your audience grasp the next point. As you do this, weed out information that your audience doesn't need to know, even if you may think it's important. Keep and devote more time in your talk to information that's new to your audience and eliminate and devote less time to things they've already heard. Use more evidence that's supported by your own and your audience's observations and experience (empirical evidence) than by telling what happened to someone else (anecdotes). Keep the use of specialized terminology to a minimum and, where possible, present it in such a way that your audience can figure out the definition in context. Respectfully acknowledge legitimate doubts and contrary evidence. Save citations until after you've made your point or post them in small print at the bottom of relevant slides. Consider having someone help you gather and select your evidence. Slides aren't required for TED talks, although you can use simple slides to support your key points without distracting your audience. You can put the slides together yourself in a presentation program such as PowerPoint or Keynote, or enlist a designer's help. Keep the following things in mind when preparing slides: Contact the event organizer for information about the resolution and aspect ratio for slides before you start making any. If the organizer doesn't provide you any technical specs, use a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 16 to 9. Use each slide to support only one point in your talk. Avoid using bullet points to make multiple points in your presentation. Let the slide speak for itself. Don't put a lot of explanatory text on the slide or devote time to explain what the picture on the slide represents. If your slide features a chart or infographic, keep it simple. Use only images you own or have permission to use. If you're using an image under a Creative Commons license, cite the source of the image at the bottom of the slide. Either fill the entire slide with your image or keep it in the center of the slide; don't put content in the edges. Use a sans serif font (Arial, Helvetica, Verdana) of point size 42 or larger. (Sans serif fonts are easier to read from a distance than serif fonts like Times New Roman.) If you are using a custom font, be sure to send it to the organizers in advance. (Presentation software typically can display only the fonts installed on the projecting computer.) Instead of providing a summary, your conclusion should be something that leaves your audience with a positive feeling about your idea and how it will affect them if they choose to implement it. Your conclusion may include a call to action, if appropriate, as long as that call to action isn't a sales pitch asking them to buy something. | Develop an outline. Provide a strong introduction. Identify what evidence supports your premise. Look for places to visually support the body of your talk with slides. Conclude on a high point. |
If your pimple is especially large and painful, or won't go away with home treatments, see your doctor. She can diagnose any underlying causes and may be able to provide you treatment to more effectively reduce the pimple. You can see your regular doctor or a dermatologist for the pimple. Your doctor may suggest a cortisone injection for a large or painful pimple. This can quickly reduce inflammation and promote healing. A cortisone shot may cause some pain or discomfort. Your doctor can use a local anesthetic to numb the area before he injects the pimple. You may notice a dramatic and immediate reduction of the size of your pimple following a cortisone shot. Large pimples that are closed, or under the skin, are difficult to remove without the help of a doctor. A recent study showed that a simple surgical procedure to remove the pimple at its base using medical cautery and forceps can effectively reduce or remove a large pimple. You will need to visit your doctor for this procedure, which may cause some pain and healing time. This is done only rarely for severe or stubborn cases. | See your doctor. Inject cortisone into the pimple. Undergo surgical extraction. |
Using rhyming and even melodies can help you remember facts. By incorporating rhythm or the tune of a simple song into your memorization you can also help your understanding of how key events, people, dates, etc. fit together. The old saying “In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue,” is a great example of how rhyming can help commit information to your long-term memory. By taking the first letter of a series of related key words and using to invent a silly and memorable phrase, you can recall things in a specific order. This can be especially useful when trying to remember things in the order in which they happened. For example, "Gill Underestimated Cliff's Strength” is a mnemonic for remembering who the main Allied powers were during World War II: Great Britain, the United States, China and the Soviet Union. If you study while smelling a certain notable scent (like rosemary, for example), and then use that scent later when you need to recall the material, studies suggest you’ll have a greater recall ability. Similarly, studying while listening to calm music can help you recall the material again later. When trying to commit a fact to memory, try to associate it with an image in your head. It may even help to draw the image out if you are a really visual learner. The image doesn't necessarily have to be direct in its meaning. For example, if trying to learn facts about the Boston Tea Party, you might picture a Red Sox mug filled with hot tea. Associate different historical facts, events or phrases with a different part of your home in the order that you would normally walk through it. For example, to remember the outbreak of World War I associate the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and Sophie the Duchess of Hohenberg on June 28, 1914 with your front door. Visualize your entryway to your house in relationship to the fact that Austria-Hungary blamed Serbia for the killings and declared war on July 28, 1914. An ancient memorization technique, the loci method has you construct a "memory palace" using a building you know well (like your home). If trying to remember a chain of historical events, you might associate the first event with the front door to your home, the second with the entryway, the third with your living room, etc. | Put the information in a rhyme. Make up a mnemonic device. Use your other senses to trigger your memory. Use visualization. Use the loci method. |
What people see of you on the Internet will determine how you will be perceived--there are no second impressions in the online world. If you're posting a picture of your face for a dating site, choose a flattering image taken with a quality camera. If you're writing a short description of yourself on a forum, choose to highlight your most exciting and unique interests. Write in complete sentences and and with proper spelling. Keep everything short and to the point; people often spend little time composing their judgment of you. What your "best foot" is depends on the online venue. Before creating your real profile, it can help to create a blank profile to browse a site--this way you can see what kinds of profiles are expected of users. While it is important to maintain whatever level of privacy you feel is appropriate, it is also important to be truthful in whatever information you do put out on the Internet. If you ever intend to meet your online conversants in person, you want to ensure that they're interested in meeting the real you. Additionally, staying truthful is an important element in building trust in an online world often considered dangerous and unsafe. Filling out your entire online profile is useful in getting others to engage with and respond to you. It makes you seem invested in the website or application, it makes you appear more trustworthy, and it makes you seem more interesting and worth talking to. | Carefully decide how you can put your best foot forward. Keep your profile honest. Complete your profile in its entirety. |
Touching stories are emotionally complex, and you should allow yourself the opportunity to revise, focusing on different points and areas with each “second look.” Every time you revise your touching story, approach your text with one goal in mind, such as working on character development, or transitions, or dialogue. Working on one area at a time will help you stay focused, not getting sidetracked by other issues that you notice. Whether you read out loud to yourself, your Aunt Martha, or your cat, reading your story out loud will make you a better writer. Even better is to ask someone to read your story out loud to you. Hearing a story allows you or your readers to access the story in a different way, and will help you identify issues with tone, grammar, and syntax. While revising, make sure that you have your story saved in more than one space. Accidents happen and you don't want to run the risk of losing your work. Consider putting all of your drafts on a removable storage device or in cloud storage. And remember, don't delete your drafts. Save each one and name it appropriately, just in case you want to go back and use or refer to something from a previous version of your work. Ask someone you trust to read your touching story and give you feedback. They will be able to point out things that you may have forgotten to mention or areas that do not make sense to them. Keep in mind that they may not only have things to say about the story itself; they may have comments about the grammar as well. For example, a sentence that sounds fine to you may actually be worded awkwardly. Whether you would like to be paid for your story or not will dictate what avenue of publication you pursue. If you want to share your work without compensation, there are websites that will allow you to publish your work for free. If you decide that you’d like to be paid for your story, consider sending your story to a publishing company (and some magazines) or self-publish your text. Remember, once something is on the internet, it can never be truly erased, so consider your options before sharing your work digitally. When you sell your story, you’re actually selling the rights to publish your work, not ownership of the story. There are different rules and rights depending on which country you’re in, so make sure to look up what options are available for you. Until you’re certain what route you’d like to pursue, though, don't share your work digitally with others. If you decide to publish your work, do some research before you send your touching story out. Consider if you want to be published in a magazine, or part of an anthology, or perhaps your novel will stand alone. Also, consider if you want an agent or if you’d like to represent yourself in negotiations over your work. You can hire an agent who will do the work of contacting editors and negotiating compensation for you. You can also self-publish, which will require that you cover the cost of the publication. You can represent yourself and contact publishing houses and editors directly. | Embrace the writing process. Read your touching story out loud. Save several copies. Get feedback on your work. Decide if you want to be paid for your work. Keep your work off of the internet. Check publisher information before sending out your story. |
If you're really interested in becoming a nudist, then you can join a community of people who are also interested in maintaining their rights to be nude and to practice nudism safely. If you're in the USA or Canada, you can join TNS (The Naturist Society), AANR (American Association for Nude Recreation), or FCN (Federation of Canadian Naturists) for example. Most countries have a national nudist or naturist organization. A Google search will find them for you. These organizations will help you find health clubs, private residences, beaches, or other locations where you can safely practice nudism. Joining the community will also make you feel less isolated about your beliefs and will help you meet more like-minded people. Though most nudists are focused on being free and communing with nature, there are some communities that encourage nudism for sexual reasons. If this is not for you, be very careful in your research. Don't trust unofficial websites. You don't have to be a card-carrying member of a nudist colony to find a nudist beach or a nudist resort in your area. If you can just find a place that fits your ideas of accepting yourself and respecting your own individuality, then you'll be set in finding more places to practice nudism and to meet more like-minded people. If you practice nudism with your family, make sure that family members of all ages are welcome in the nudist beach or resort area. In recent years, the “nakation” has become more popular than ever. A lot of people aren't necessarily comfortable with being naked in the place where they live, though they love the idea of going to an entirely new country or city to practice nudism. You can branch out of your comfort zone by finding resorts that are "nude only" and spending a week enjoying the nudist lifestyle. You can check out ordinary vacation websites and search for "nudist spa vacations" to find a resort that is perfect for you, or you can use specialty websites that can help you find the perfect nudist destination. Some people are opposed to practicing nudism in public in a place near their home because they're afraid of running into someone they know. If you're hundreds of miles from home, this worry will melt away! Though you should make sure that you don't offend an unsuspecting hiker or neighbor with your nudism, if you can find some quiet and secluded spots to be nude in public, this can help you practice your nudism. This can involve skinny-dipping in an isolated lake, camping in a remote location and practicing nudism there (if it's allowed), or practicing your nudism in a remote farmhouse or another secluded location. In 1997, women in Canada won the legal right to be topless in public as long as it isn't meant to be a sexual display. In addition, you can't be prosecuted for being nude in a remote area. You are protected if others have to go out of their way to see you, sometimes even on your own private land. Just make sure that you don't break any legal rules in your country or state. Though it's not illegal to be nude in a public place, practicing nudism is illegal in states such as Arkansas or countries like Iran. | Join a nudist community. Find a nudist beach or resort. Take a nudist vacation. Find opportunities to be nude outside. |
Your pruning tasks begin the first spring after you put the cypress in the ground. At the beginning of the growing season, look for the central, vertical branch at the plant's center. Select 3 or 4 of the side branches to keep as leaders. Use a pair of loppers to sever any other branches at the base. The branches you choose should be the biggest, strongest ones, spaced out evenly along the cypress’ central branch. During the summer after that first spring, locate a pair of sharp pruning shears. Your cypress will be growing thick branches that are all wildly different lengths. Give the cypress a quick haircut by trimming the ends of the branches. Cut sparingly, keeping the branches an even length. The cypress should look neat for the winter month. Its thick branches shield it from winter damage. By the second year, you will probably notice your Leyland cypress’ ability to grow. Even though the plant will be a lot taller, it's growth won't be thick enough yet. Find the 3 or 4 branches you saved earlier, then use loppers to sever the longest branches around it. Leave a few of the smaller, younger shoots on each main branch. Cutting off the oldest, longest side shoots can cause more thick growth around the main branches. After the second round of pruning, all you need to do is give your cypress regular haircuts. Use your shears to prune the branches, keeping them even and at a desirable length. You can do this anytime from April through August and may need to do this up to 3 times a year to maintain the cypress. Avoid cutting the top of the central branch, since this will hinder its growth. Reach up to the top of your cypress. Given how quickly a Leyland cypress can extend out of your reach, you may need to set up a stepladder. Find the central, vertical branches hidden in the growth, then use loppers to prune each branch 6 in (15 cm) shorter than the final height you want the cypress to be. These branches grow back, eventually forming a thick top. If the cypress reaches full height after spring, wait until the following spring to trim the central branches. | Eliminate most side shoots in April the first year. Trim the cypress’ sides in July. Reduce the number of sides shoot in April of the second year. Trim the cypress’ sides yearly until it reaches the desired height. Shorten leading branches in spring after they reach the desired height. |
There are ways to keep in touch with your baby throughout the work day. If you live close to the office, consider going home during your lunch break to feed and spend time with your baby. If you live further away, you may be able to schedule Skype sessions. If not, you can leave a picture of yourself with your child or make a recording of you talking or singing for your childcare provider to play for your baby. Be aware of your baby's individual needs. If seeing you briefly during the day seems to upset your baby even more, leading to additional stretches of distress and crying, you might decide that it's better to say goodbye once in the morning and then wait until the end of the workday to reunite for some cuddling time. A positive attitude will make balancing a career and a baby much easier, so: Address any feelings of guilt. Reaffirm that you are doing what you think is best for your family. Cultivate a sense of accomplishment. Motherhood is challenging; work is challenging. You are doing both. Stay positive. You might feel anxious or depressed at first, but try to keep a positive attitude. You and your baby will get used to your new routine; it will get easier. | Get creative with communication. Manage your attitude and emotions. |
Exhale fully, then lean your upper body and upper left leg forward on your left knee. Put your weight on your left foot and keep your back straight while you’re stretching. Your aim is to stretch until you feel mild tension in your hip flexors, which are in the front of your thigh. Don't extend your left knee beyond your toes on your left foot. Tighten your abdominal muscles, hold your shoulder blades slightly down and back, and keep your chest slightly puffed out. You can keep your right toes curled under your right foot and on the floor if you wish. However, you may find it more comfortable to extend your right foot back so that the top of it is touching the mat. You should aim for 30 seconds, but it may take a few stretching sessions to reach that goal. You will feel the stretch in your upper right thigh—if it becomes painful to hold, release the stretch. Remain still during the stretch. Don't rock back and forth. Inhale deeply and lean back into your upright position. Keep your abs contracted. Wait 5-10 seconds, then do another stretch on your left leg. Do 3-4 stretches on your left leg before switching to your right leg. Or, if you wish, you can alternate legs until you’ve done 3-4 stretches on each. Place your palms on the floor to either side of your left foot. Step forward with your right foot while you keep your left knee on the floor. Then, put your right leg in position for the stretch. To recap: Put your right hand on your upper right leg, and your left hand on your left hip. Lean forward on your right leg until you feel mild tension in your hip flexors, but don't extend your right knee past your right foot's toes. Keep your back upright, your shoulders slightly down and back, your chest slightly out, and your abs contracted. Breathe slowly and deeply. Hold the stretch for 10-30 seconds, release it, then repeat 2-3 more times. | Lean forward on your left knee until you feel mild tension. Hold the stretch for 10-30 seconds, breathing comfortably. Release the stretch while keeping your left foot forward. Return to your hands and knees, then stretch on your right leg. |
Use a table, the floor, or any other flat surface with enough room to fold and lay the T-shirt face down. A smooth surface will make it easier for you to fold your shirt without wrinkles. Keep the shirt face down when you fold it so any logo or image on the front will be visible when it's folded. When you’re finished folding your T-shirts, arrange them in your drawer so the collar is standing up. Stack multiple T-shirts so they support each other and stand upright in your drawer or container. Storing your shirts vertically will allow you to utilize your storage space more efficiently. | Lay the T-shirt flat with the front side down. Stack your T-shirts vertically to save space. |
Woven hats – like Panama hats – are great for a summertime look. You can style your hair into beachy waves, pull it into a side braid, or straighten it out for a more casual sleek look. Try pairing the woven hat with some worn-in jeans or with a cute sundress. For a cute casual look, you can make a messy ponytail that hides under a cute fedora. Pull your hair into a loose, low ponytail and top it off with a fedora, or another wide-brimmed hat. You can even let a few strands escape the ponytail and fall around your face. Create beachy waves by applying mousse to your hair, or by letting it air dry if you’ve got naturally curly hair. Top it off with an oversized sun hat and you’re ready for a fun summer day. You can add some frizz-easing product to manage the flyaways if you’re worried about that. If you have naturally straight hair, you can create waves by braiding your hair while it's wet and letting the braids dry before unraveling them. Alternatively, you could use a waving iron. For men's hairstyles, the easiest way to get away with hat hair whenever you want is to opt for a shorter buzz cut. This look works with basically any kind of hat, and you don't have to worry about the embarrassing hat hair creases once you take the cap off. If you decide to sport this look, make sure you use conditioner or moisturizing shampoo that protects against dandruff. You don't want to get flakey dandruff all inside your hat. This style can work for girls with short hair too. Just throw on a nice hat and you’ve got a cute, active style. | Wear a woven hat. Let your ponytail hang out of a fedora hat. Wear loose, beachy waves with an oversized sun hat. Cut it short. |
Turn the material over so the wrong side is facing you. Any knots you make will be visible on this side, but not on the right side of the fabric. You should also be able to see the length of nearby stitches you just made. Take a pair of sharp scissors and cut close to the knot you just made. It's fine if a little thread sticks out from the stitch since you won't see this side of the fabric. Then, flip the fabric over to see the stitches you made. Don't worry if you trim close to the knot; as long as you pulled the knot tight, it won't loosen over time. | Flip the fabric over. Trim the excess thread and turn your fabric over. |
Make up three to four concentrations of one solution. Using a spectrophotometer, measure the absorbance of one concentration of solution at a given wavelength. Start with the lowest concentration of solution and move to the highest. The order isn't important, but keep track of which absorbance goes with which calculation. Using the values obtained from the spectrophotometer, plot each point on a line graph. For each individual value, plot the concentration on the X-axis and absorbance on the Y-axis. Draw a line between each of the points. If the measurements are correct, the points should form a straight line indicating absorbance and concentration are proportional to Beer's Law. To calculate the slope of the line you take rise divided by run. Using two of your data points, subtract the X- and Y-values from each other, then divide Y/X. The equation for the slope of a line is (Y2 - Y1)/(X2 - X1). The point higher on the line is given the subscript 2, while the lower point is given the subscript 1. For example: The absorbance at a .2 molar concentration is 0.27 and at 0.3 molar is 0.41. The absorbance values are Y-values, while concentrations are X-values. Using the equation for a line (Y2 - Y1)/(X2 - X1) = (0.41-0.27)/(0.3-0.2) = 0.14/0.1 = 1.4 is the slope of the line. The final step to calculating molar absorptivity with data points is to divide by the path length. The path length is the depth of the cuvette used in the spectrophotometer. Continuing our example: If 1.4 is the slope of the line and the path length is 0.5 cm, then the molar absorptivity is 1.4/0.5 = 2.8 L mol-1 cm-1. | Measure the intensity of transmitted light through varying concentrations of solution. Plot the concentration versus absorbance on a graph. Determine the slope of the line-of-best-fit through the data points. Divide the slope of the line by the path length (depth of the cuvette) to calculate molar absorptivity. |
Complementary colors, like blue and orange, yellow and purple, and red and green can work to your advantage. Add even more variety to your room by using complementary color families. For example, instead of using blue and orange in a room, diversity with navy, baby blue and cerulean complementing blood tangerine, rust, and coral. Use paint chips and color wheels to find your favorite shades. Though might be tempting to include all colors in your home, maintaining a general color scheme helps preserve consistency throughout. For example, if you have a blue and orange foyer, consider making blue one of the prominent color families on display in the next room, and having orange reappear later in your house. This also makes purchasing paint, furniture, and especially accessories easier, because they fit in multiple rooms. Just like colors need to be cohesive, patterns also need to have a cohesive structure within your home. Choose one or two stand-out patterns that appeal to you, and then stick to mainly solid colors to compliment those bolder styles. Common patterns for home decorating include thick stripes, gingham, quatrefoil, and animal print. Chevron and geometric patterns are recent hits. | Use complementary colors for distinctly vivid rooms. Emphasize continuity in your home by sticking to a color scheme. Focus on patterns as well as colors. |
Afrikaans: U kan maar sit. (Formal) / Jy kan maar sit. (standard) Bengali: আপনি বসতে পারেন । (aap ni bosh-tey pa ren) Cambodian (Khmer): អ្នកអាចអង្គុយបាន (Nek-Arch-Ang-Kuy-Ban). Cantonese: 你可以坐低 (Nei ho yi cho dai). Dutch: U kunt gaan zitten. Estonian: Sa võid istuda. Finnish: Voit istuutua. French: Vous pouvez vous asseoir. German: Sie können sich hinsetzen. Hebrew: Ata yahol lashevet. Japanese: Dozo o kake kudasai. Krio: Yu kin sidom Latin: Sedeas.(You may sit.)/Sedeas si placeas.(You may sit if you please.) Malay: Awak boleh duduk. Malayalam: nieke erikian patuim Mandarin Chinese: 你可以坐下了。 (Ni Ke Yi Zuo Xia Le.) Norwegian: (Polite: Vær så snill å...)Sett deg ned Persian: میتوانید بنشینید(mitavaanid beneshinid) Portuguese: Pode-se sentar.(formal)/ Podes-te sentar. (informal) Romanian: Puteți să vă așezați./Puteți să luați loc. (formal) Poți să te așezi./Poți să iei loc. (informal) Russian: Вы можете сесть. (Vi mozhetye sest) Sindhi: Tawhaan Wehi Saghho Tha. Sinhalese: Oyata waadi wenna puluwan. Spanish: Puedes sentarte. (or, formally: puede sentarse) Swedish: Slå dig ner. Tagalog/Filipino: Maari kang maupo or Maupo ka. Telugu: Miiru koorchovachu Tamil Okkaru Turkish: Oturabilirsin. Urdu: Aap Baith saktaiy hain | How to say you can sit down in different languages. |
Addison's Disease is known as hypoadrenalism or hypocortisolism. It is also called the great pretender because it is a disease that, in its early stages, mimics many other mild, common problems. This makes it very dangerous because Addison's Disease can be extremely serious, in which Poodles with severe cases can go into shock and die. Addison's Disease is most common in young to middle aged dogs, which is when she is a puppy until she is around five years old. It is also most common in female dogs. Addison's Disease causes the body to stop making mineralocorticoids and glucocorticoids, which are substances your Poodle needs to deal with the stresses she undergoes every day. These also help regulate multiple normal bodily functions. The decrease in mineralocorticoid and glucocorticoid production from Addison's Disease develops because of damage to your dog's adrenal glands, which produce these hormones. This damage is most commonly due to an autoimmune disease, which is when your dog's immune system works to destroy her own glandular tissue Other causes of Addison's Disease may include trauma to her abdomen or drug-induced disease, which is not necessarily a common cause for poodles Addison's Disease is treatable once you diagnose the condition. Once your vet ensures that your Poodle has the condition, he will give you oral tablets to give your Poodle that will replace the missing glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid. Your dog may instead require hormone replacement through injections, which will have to be administered by your vet every three to four weeks. You will also have to add a salt supplement to your dog's diet, which will help with the underlying salt deficiency caused by Addison's Disease. These two medications will help return your dog's life to normal. Your dog may suffer from an acute episode of Addison's Disease, which is a sudden and severe onset of the symptoms. If this occurs, she needs treatment immediately. She will be hospitalized and the treatment will depend on how severe and which specific symptoms your dog has. She will likely receive instant treatment with intravenous hormones and fluids. If she does not get help immediately, she may go into shock and die. After these episodes, it is likely your dog will need hormone replacement therapy for the rest of her life. | Learn about Addison's Disease. Determine how it affects your Poodle. Know the causes. Treat Addison's Disease. Treat acute Addison's Disease. |
Double-click the Excel document that you want to use to open it in Excel. Look at the row numbers on the left side of the document as you scroll down; if you see a skip in numbers (e.g., row 23 is directly above row 25), the row in between the numbers is hidden (in 23 and 25 example, row 24 would be hidden). You should also see a double line between the two row numbers. Doing so prompts a drop-down menu to appear. For example, if row 24 is hidden, you would right-click the space between 23 and 25. On a Mac, you can hold down Control while clicking this space to prompt the drop-down menu. It's in the drop-down menu. Doing so will prompt the hidden row to appear. You can save your changes by pressing Ctrl+S (Windows) or ⌘ Command+S (Mac). If you notice that several rows are missing, you can unhide all of the rows by doing the following: Hold down Ctrl (Windows) or ⌘ Command (Mac) while clicking the row number above the hidden rows and the row number below the hidden rows. Right-click one of the selected row numbers. Click Unhide in the drop-down menu. | Open the Excel document. Find the hidden row. Right-click the space between the two row numbers. Click Unhide. Unhide a range of rows. |
Check to make sure your camera is working properly. On a PC, from the Tools menu, select "Options," and then under General, choose "Video Settings." On a Mac, from the Skype menu, select "Preferences", then click on the Audio/Video tab. Turn on your webcam or connected video camera. You should see your webcam output in the window. If you have multiple cameras hooked up, select the desired one from the Camera menu. When you've made your connection and verified it's working properly, close the Preferences window. Then, click on "Online" to show only your Skype contacts that are available for a call. If you have many contacts online, you can quickly find the person you're looking for by entering their name into the search field at the top right of the screen. Position your cursor over the person you wish to call. A green button will appear over their picture that says "Video Call," with a small camera icon to the left. You'll hear a ringing tone until the other person answers, or the call times out. Note: if the button only says "Call," check to make sure your camera is hooked up and functioning properly. Once the call is connected, you'll see your friend's picture in the window. When you're finished chatting, click the red phone icon at the bottom of the window to end your call. | Sign into Skype. Select your camera. Click Contacts. Initiate the call. Talk with your friend. |
Get out 2 bunches of radishes and rinse them to remove any dirt or grit. Set the radishes on a cutting board and trim off the greens. Set the greens aside to use as a garnish for the soup. Use a sharp knife to slice the trimmed radishes into 1/4-inch (1-cm) thick slices. You'll need 2 cups (230 g) of sliced radishes. Use your favorite radishes such as red, pink, purple, or daikon. Place the remaining 1/4 cup (30 g) of sliced radishes on a cutting board. Cut the radishes into long thin strips the size of matchsticks. Pour the soup into 4 serving bowls and sprinkle a little of the radish matchsticks on top. Dollop 1 tablespoon (12 g) of reduced-fat sour cream on top of each bowl of soup. Roughly chop the reserved radish greens and sprinkle them over the soup. Store the leftover soup in an airtight container. Refrigerate and use the soup within 3 days. Warm the soup for 1 to 2 minutes in the microwave or heat it on the stove for about 5 minutes. | Rinse and slice the radishes. Cut the rest of the radishes into matchsticks. Garnish the soup and serve it. |
Allow the shells to dry for at least one full day and then rub oil on the shell. Mineral oil not only restores the shine of the shell, but helps to preserve the shell. Similarly, you can use WD-40. However, when using this material, be sure to use gloves to handle the shells. You can use satin-finish polyurethane or coat with clear nail polish. This type of finish preserves the shell's organic look while giving it an extra glossy shine. Do one side of the shell each day. Allow the shell to dry completely before starting on the other side. Each side can take about a day to dry. | Rub mineral oil over each shell to give it a deep gleam. Spray the shells. |
Loop the yarn around the pointer and middle fingers of your left hand. Stick your hook through the circle, hooking the working end of your yarn with the hook and then pulling it back through the center of the circle. This will give you one loop on your crochet hook. | Attach your yarn to your crochet hook with a slip knot. |
As the leader calls commands, they will hold their arms out from their sides. If you are the leader, quiver your hands and fingers as you shout at your group. If you are part of the group, you can quiver your hands and fingers when your hands are in a stationary position at the beginning of the Haka. If you are part of the group, keep your hands in fists for most of the motions. The pukana is the glaring, wild-eyed look that the performers have on their faces throughout the Haka. For men, the pukana is a facial expression intended to intimidate and scare the enemy. For women, the pukana is a facial expression intended to express sexuality. To show pukana, open your eyes really wide and hold your head up high. Glare and stare at your opponent while raising your eyebrows. Sticking out your tongue, known as the whereto, is another intimidating gesture to display to your opponent. Stick out your tongue as far as you can and open your mouth wide. Keep your body strong and taut during the entire Haka dance. Your muscles are flexed while your body A throat-slitting motion is sometimes included in a Haka dance, where you draw your thumb swiftly across your throat. This motion is a Maori gesture that brings vital energy into the body. It is often misunderstood, however. Many people consider it to be an overly violent gesture. Therefore, this motion is often not included when many groups do a Haka. | Quiver your hands. Show your pukana. Stick out your tongue. Flex your muscles. Draw your thumb across your throat. |
You may think that you should eliminate your ex from your thoughts altogether. However, this strategy can very easily backfire. If you try to force yourself not to think about something, you'll only think about it more. Instead of trying not to think about your ex altogether, limit the time you spend thinking of them. This is a more sustainable strategy. Choose a certain time in the day where you can thoughts of your ex out of your system. You could, for example, think about your ex for half an hour every morning. If you're having trouble coming up with memories, try listening to a song or thinking about a movie the two of you loved. Writing down some of your thoughts in a journal can also help you work through your feelings and process what happened. After this, try to avoid thinking about your ex for the rest of the day. If thoughts creep back in, say something to yourself like, "I've already thought about this today. I can save these thoughts for tomorrow." If you're reeling from the loss of a first love, you may be prone to catastrophic thinking. For example, you may think things like, "I'll never love anyone again" or "I'll never be happy again." When you catch yourself engaging in such thoughts, stop and challenge them. No two relationships are alike. You're right to think you'll never feel exactly the same way again. However, this does not mean you'll never love or be happy again. Be realistic. Most people do not end up with their first love. Think about your parents, friends, or other family members. They probably all experienced the loss of a first love, but ended up in healthy relationships later on. Be specific. For example, if you find yourself thinking that you will never find love again, replace that thought with something like, “If I start dating again when I'm ready, I'll almost certainly find love again. It's very unlikely that I'll end up alone.” Remind yourself that, while things are difficult now, in all likelihood you will love again and be happy again, even if it takes time. Talk to a trusted friend, family member, or counselor about the thoughts you are having. They can help you gain perspective and challenge unrealistic thoughts. Remind yourself of what you have going for you right now. Think about things like your friends circle, job, interests, and passions. While you may not have the romance you want right now, there's a lot in the present to focus on. Do things to keep you grounded in the present. Take up a new hobby. Join a club. Volunteer somewhere. Join a gym. Anything that can keep you in the present moment can help. New memories can help you get over the past. Taking concrete steps towards making new, better memories can help you let go of your ex. It's important to take time to practice mindfulness and reflect on your feelings and thoughts in the moment. However, it's a good idea to balance these moments of introspection with activities that distract you and help you focus on other things. It's very difficult to think positive when you're not caring for yourself. You may find it hard to sleep, exercise, or eat right after heartbreak. However, you need to keep up with basic self-care. This will allow you to stay strong and avoid negative thinking. In addition to sleeping and eating right, give yourself treats. Do not be afraid to baby yourself slightly after a breakup. Have a night out with your friends. Order takeout. Go for a long walk or bike ride. Watch a movie you love. Ask a trusted friend or family member to check in on you now and then and gently remind you to take care of yourself, or to get you out of the house from time to time if you're spending too much time alone. Remember that it's okay to ask for help when you are dealing with sadness or loss. Sometimes it can be helpful just to talk to a supportive friend on the phone for a little while. Talking about your feelings can help you work through them. If you feel guilty about leaning on friends or family, make a commitment to being there for them in the same way when and if the time comes. | Limit time spent thinking of your ex. Watch for unrealistic thought patterns. Focus on the present. Practice self-care. Reach out to your support system. |
When you remove the toy from the mesh bag, you might find that the washing machine has left the stuffed toy lumpy or bumpy. Before letting it dry, check for any balled up batting. Gently work it out with your fingers and fluff while it's still damp for best results. Most stuffed toys should be air dried. A dryer's heat, even on low, can melt or damage any glue, plastic, or even the fabric of the stuffed toy. Lay it out on a dry towel, or use a clamp hanger or S-hooks to hang it. If you have any concern about allergies, hang the stuffed animal inside so it won't pick up any pollen or other allergens. Note well, however, that direct sunlight is an efficient dryer, and the sun's ultraviolet light also has disinfectant properties. Use a dental pick to pick out knots in the fur, or a fine comb to give it a little more fluff. If the toy isn't too fragile, you could tumble it in the dryer with a few towels for ten minutes for added fluff and softness, but make sure it's set to no heat. Double check to make sure everything is stitched, no threads need to be cut, and that the toy is in good shape, and return it clean and fresh to your youngster. | Reshape the stuffed animal. Hang dry. Primp and return to your child. |
Once you've spent enough time with your product to leave a helpful review, open Amazon's website in your preferred web browser. For tips on writing helpful and objective Amazon reviews, check out How to Write an Objective Amazon Review. Customer reviews must meet Amazon's Community Guidelines, which you can find here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201929730 If you see the option to sign in near the top-right corner of the page (above "Accounts & Lists"), click Sign in to do so now. If you see your name there instead, you're already signed in. If you're no longer able to access the Amazon account you used to purchase the product, you can still leave a review using a different account. It just won't be marked with the "Verified Purchase" badge. You can review the product by searching for it on Amazon and clicking Write a Customer Review on the left side of the review section. It's near the top-right corner of the page next to "Accounts & Lists." This takes you to a page that displays your recent Amazon orders. It's best to review an item directly from your orders rather than just search for the product on Amazon's website. This ensures you're reviewing the correct version/edition of the product. If you ordered the item within the past 6 months, you can find the order by scrolling down the current page. If the item was purchased prior to that time, click the drop-down menu that says past 6 months (above the first order) and select a different time period. You can also search for the item by typing its name into the "Search all orders" blank and then clicking Search Orders. It's a gray button to the right of the order's contents. If there's only one item in the order, this opens a page that allows you to review just that item. If the order contains two or more items, clicking this link will display thumbnails of all ordered items, with the selected order's items appearing at the top of the page. If you don't see the option to click Write a product review, click Order details to expand the contents of the order and click the product's title to view its page. You can then scroll down and click Write a customer review to the left of the first existing customer review. You can rate an item from 1 to 5 stars. To rate 1 star (the lowest rating), click the first star. To rate 5 stars, click the fifth star. If you selected an order that contained one or more item, selecting your start rating will open the remaining parts of the review screen for that item. If you ordered a functional item, such as earplugs, you may now see the opportunity to select a star rating for the product's usefulness and other details. If you took a photograph or video of the item you're reviewing (optional) click the + under "Add a photo or video" to upload it from your computer. The "Write your review" box at the bottom of the review form is where you can get specific about what you liked or disliked about the item. You can also add a title to your review (e.g., "Buy this book!") by typing it into the "Add a headline" blank. It's the yellow button below the form's bottom-right corner. Once your review passes a quick quality review process, it will be posted to the product's page. It may take up to 48 hours for the review to get approved. If it doesn't get approved after about 3 days, you can email review-appeals@amazon.com for assistance. | Go to https://www.amazon.com. Sign in to your account. Click the Orders menu. Locate the order containing the product you want to review. Click Write a product review next to the order. Select an overall star rating. Add a photo or video (optional) of the product. Type your review. Click Submit. |
While natural treatments are often safe, they may irritate your skin or even cause a rash. Both commercially-made natural deodorants and homemade treatments can aggravate your skin. If this happens, reach out to your doctor to find out if you need treatment. You may notice swelling, itchiness, tenderness, and redness around the area where you applied your natural treatment. Ask your doctor if they can recommend a natural body odor treatment that may be more suitable for your skin. While you likely don't need to worry, sudden changes in how much you sweat may be a sign that something is wrong. Talk to your doctor to find out what's causing your excessive sweating. Then, ask about your treatment options. If you have an underlying condition, you’ll need to treat it to relieve your excessive sweating. Changes in your body odor may be triggered by a medical condition. Try not to worry because you’re probably okay. However, go see your doctor to find out what's causing the changes in your smell so that you can fix it. Your doctor may be able to offer you treatments for your underlying condition. While you probably don't need to worry, night sweats can be caused by certain medical conditions or medications. Talk to your doctor to find out what's causing your night sweats so that you can manage them. Your doctor may offer you treatment or they could recommend lifestyle changes. For instance, some depression and diabetes treatments can cause night sweats. Similarly, anxiety, autoimmune disorders, infections, and certain cancers can trigger night sweats. You can typically manage your body odor using self-care. However, sometimes lifestyle changes and topical products aren't enough. If this is the case for you, your doctor may be able to help you find a product that works for you. Your doctor will likely recommend you try traditional deodorants if natural products don't work. If this still doesn't help, they can offer you a prescription deodorant. Everyone experiences sweating and body odor, so you are not alone! However, you may sweat more than other people or have stronger-smelling body odor. Fortunately, your doctor can help you if you’re having trouble living a normal life because of sweat and odor. Your doctor can help you find products that work for you. Additionally, your doctor may refer you to a therapist, who can help you change your thoughts about your sweat and body odor. This may help you feel better. | Get medical care for a rash or irritation caused by natural products. Consult your doctor if you suddenly start sweating more. Talk to your doctor if your body odor changes. Schedule a doctor’s appointment if you have unexplained night sweats. See your doctor if natural products don’t manage your body odor. Visit your doctor if sweating or body odor interferes with your life. |
Restaurant bars are bars that are attached to or inside a restaurant. These bars are usually small, consisting of a bar counter and a few tables. The bartenders make drinks for the restaurant as well as for the bar patrons. If you'd like, you can order drinks that follow the theme of the restaurant. For example: Tex-Mex and Mexican restaurants usually specialize in margaritas. Seafood restaurants that call the bar area the “Tiki Bar” usually serve tropical cocktails. Upscale restaurant bars usually serve wine and expensive cocktails. Beer bars specialize in beer and often don't carry nicer liquors or wine. A beer bar usually has at least 12 beer taps along the wall. Beer bars can also be called taverns, breweries, and craft beer bars. If you’re not sure what kind of beer you like, talk to the bartender for a recommendation or ask for a beer sample. Lagers are the most common beers. They are generally a golden color. Wheat beers are lighter colored beers with a crisp yeast flavor. Ales range in color from light brown to black. These beers have a deep, mellow flavor. IPAs (India Pale Ales) are golden beers with a hoppy, floral flavor. Porters are dark, foamy beers with a roasted malty flavor. Wine bars usually have an extensive wine list and may not carry beer or liquor. These bars often serve small appetizers to enjoy with your wine. If you’re not familiar with wine, ask your bartender for recommendations. Riesling is a light, often slightly sweet, white wine with floral and crisp apple or pear notes. Sauvignon Blanc is a mid-bodied white wine, often with tart citrus notes. Chardonnay is a somewhat denser white wine with apple, light citrus, often creamy/buttery notes. Pinot Noir is a red wine with complex red fruit flavors and often an earthy undertone. Merlot is a red wine with jammy fruit and baking spice notes. Cabernet Sauvignon is a denser, often tannic, red wine with dark fruit notes. Cocktail bars, also called Mixology bars, pride themselves on quality craft cocktails. These bars often have a trendy atmosphere and an extensive cocktail menu. Order something from the menu, as cocktail bars usually create unique drinks that are exclusive to their establishment. If you’re feeling adventurous, ask the bartender for recommendations. Martinis are a classic choice. These strongly flavored drinks can be ordered with or without olives, shaken over ice, or stirred. A Jack Rose is a mellow, pink drink made with sweet apple brandy. Order a Bourbon Sweet Tea for a refreshing, boozy drink. If you want a sweet drink, order a velvety Chocolate Martini. | Know when you’re in a restaurant bar. Recognize a beer bar. Identify a wine bar. Learn to recognize cocktail bars. |
Skip this step on Mac. If you want to set your computer to boot from an external hard drive, you'll need to access the BIOS, which is a control panel that you open by pressing repeatedly a key (usually a function key such as F12) as your computer starts up. You can usually find out what key to use by doing the following: Open a search engine (e.g., Google). Type in your computer's manufacturer, model name, and the phrase "bios key". Press ↵ Enter, then search for a result that matches your search and determine your BIOS key. You can also check your computer's manual (or, if you don't have the manual, the online documentation for your computer that you can find on the manufacturer's website). Plug one end of the external hard drive's USB cable into a free USB port on your computer, then plug the other end of the cable into the external hard drive. The external hard drive will usually have an indicator light that blinks slowly or stays constant when your drive is connected. On a Mac, you may need to buy a USB to Thunderbolt 3 adapter if you don't have any USB 3.0 (rectangular) ports. if necessary. If the hard drive isn't compatible with your computer out of the box, you may encounter an error message stating that the drive is corrupted or otherwise unreadable. Formatting the drive for your computer's file system (NTFS for Windows and Mac OS Extended (Journaled) for Mac) will allow you to access the drive. When formatting the drive, you can choose exFAT at the file system to make the drive accessible to both Windows and Mac computers. Depending on the type of data you plan on putting on the drive, you may have to format it again later. For example, using the Live Linux tool to burn a Linux Disc Image to the external hard drive will automatically format it again. Formatting will erase any data that's already on the drive. You can't boot from an empty hard drive; in most cases, booting from a hard drive will require you to have a Disc Image (abbreviated to "ISO") file on the hard drive. Examples of ISO files include the ones used to install Linux and Windows. Other examples of bootable images include a File History backup on Windows or a Time Machine backup on a Mac. Third-party services such as Clonezilla are also bootable. You can usually do this by dragging the ISO file (or other file, if different) into the external hard drive's window and dropping it there. If you're using a program such as the Windows 10 installation tool or LiveLinux to create your bootable external drive, skip this step. . The final step before you can boot from your external hard drive is to tell your computer to view it as a bootable item. You can use Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Mac) to do so. If you're using a program such as LiveLinux to burn an ISO file onto the external hard drive, the hard drive will be made bootable in the process. | Figure out your computer's BIOS key on Windows. Attach the external hard drive to your computer. Format the hard drive Make sure you have an item from which to boot. Place the boot file on the external hard drive. Make the external hard drive bootable |
Your beagle's floppy ears are prone to reinfection, so you will need to be diligent about preventing future ear infections. One way to do this is to clean his ears at least once a week. If he has had chronic ear infections, you may need to clean his ears every day. Your vet can recommend the ideal ear cleaning frequency for your beagle. Schedule your beagle's ear cleanings for the same day and same time each week. Be aware that regular cleanings may not completely prevent future ear infections, but will reduce their frequency. Do not use medicated ear drops after you clean his ears, even if you have some left over from his treatment. Overuse of antibiotic ear drops can lead to the growth of bacteria that is resistant to most forms of antibiotics. This can make future infections very difficult to treat. Your beagle's long and floppy ears prevent good air circulation within the ears. Without much air flow, heat and moisture can get trapped in the ears, which can lead to an infection. To increase air flow, flip his ears on top of his head so his outer ears are exposed to air. If he flips them back, use some cotton gauze and tape to secure his ears to the top of his head. When you have his hears flipped back onto the top of his head, wrap the gauze once or twice around his head. Wrap the gauze firmly, but not so tightly that your beagle is uncomfortable. The gauze is not adhesive, so you will need the tape to keep the gauze together. You do not have to leave your beagle's ears flipped up all day—he probably wouldn't tolerate having his ears like this for very long. Talk with your veterinarian about how long to keep his ears up in this fashion. If your beagle has a food allergy, then switching his food would be key to preventing future ear infections. Based on the results of the food elimination trial, your vet would be able to identify the ‘culprit’ ingredient. For dogs, common food culprits include beef, chicken, and dairy products. Feeding him a diet that does not contain the allergy-causing ingredient can help prevent future ear infections. Be aware that a diet with a novel protein source (a protein your beagle hasn't eaten before) may help prevent ear infections for a while, but may not be as effective once your beagle's digestive system becomes used to the protein. A meat-based diet that is low in yeast may help prevent yeast-based ear infections. Talk with your veterinarian before making any changes to your beagle's diet. | Clean your beagle’s ears regularly. Let air flow through your beagle’s ears. Change your beagle’s diet. |
Once a radish goes to seed, it will no longer be any good to eat. As a result, you should set aside a few radishes in your garden with the specific intent of allowing those plants to go to seed. Of course, any radishes that you accidentally leave in the ground past maturity can be kept in the ground and used for seeds. It is helpful to designate a few radish plants with that purpose ahead of time, but that does not mean your radish seed yield must only be limited to those plants. Continue caring for the seed radishes as you always have, but otherwise, do not disturb them. It may take another couple of weeks past the mature stage before radishes develop flower buds and, eventually, seedpods. As the seed radishes continue to grow past maturity, they will send up one or two stems that will not have leaves. Once these stems grow long and strong enough, they will sprout small buds. From these buds, seed pods will quickly emerge. The seed pods will grow, taking on a long, pointed shape. Use sharp kitchen or garden shears to snip the seedpods off the plant once the buds drop off completely. If you only want to harvest the seeds to use for next season's crop and nothing more, you might want to consider waiting until the seedpods start turning yellow and dry on the plant before you pluck them. Waiting will make it easier for you to actually harvest the seedpods off the plant, and you can probably do so with your bare hands. You can wash fresh radish seedpods and toss them into a salad if you so choose. The seedpods themselves are edible and similar in appearance and texture to snap pea pods. They can be added to salads or enjoyed raw and on their own. Radish seeds can also be sprouted while still fresh. To do this, you will need to open the seedpods before they dry out. Collect the seeds and sprout them as though you were sprouting beans. If you want to harvest the seeds for future use, hang the seedpods in a dry location and allow them to dry out until they turn a light tan color. Of course, if you allowed the seedpods to dry while on the plant, you can skip this step and move onto the next since they will already be adequately dry without waiting any longer. By this point, the seedpods are brittle enough for you to open without the assistance of any special utensils. Use your thumbnail to slice into each seedpod, opening it up. Gently scrape out the seeds inside using your fingers. Line your work area with clean paper towels to help catch any seeds that fly out as you open the seedpods. The seeds should be a nice brown color when they are dry enough. They should be dry once you open the seedpods, but if the seeds are still only a light tan color, they will need to be dried further. Dry the seeds by spreading them out in a single layer on your paper towels and placing them in a warm, sunny location. They should be ready within a day. An alternate option is to leave the seeds in the dried pods and open them in the same manner just before you are ready to plant them. Doing so can take up more storage space, however, but the seeds will be better protected in the long run If the seeds are not completely dry, allow them to dry out further before you save them. After they dry, place them inside a small envelop or airtight jar and save until you are ready to plant them. The best container to use is a small paper envelop. The envelop should be small, but still large enough to hold all the seeds with a little extra space left over. Make sure that the envelop is sealed tightly and securely after the seeds are inside. Any container you use should be labeled with the contents and the current date. | Choose which radish plants will go to seed. Leave the selected radish plants alone. Collect the seedpods. Enjoy the seedpods now, if desired. Dry the seedpods if you plant to harvest the seeds. Open the seedpods. Store the seeds. |
If you own multiple ferrets, select 1 that you'd like to train first. Bring it to a room in your home with which the animal has no negative associations, like your living room. Spend 10–15 minutes training a ferret and then, if you have time, train the subsequent ferrets for the same amount of time. They'll learn relatively quickly this way. If you try to train multiple ferrets at once, it's unlikely that they'll learn anything. They'll be too busy playing around and distracting one another. At this distance, the animal will easily recognize the treat. As soon as the ferret makes a move for the treat in your hand, say "come" loud and clear. Let the ferret approach you and eat the treat so it begins to understand that it's being rewarded for coming to you. You could use another command if you prefer. For example, say the animal's name, or just call out the word “treats!” Begin holding the treat 2 feet (0.61 m) away from the animal, then 4 feet (1.2 m), then 5 feet (1.5 m), and then as far as you like. Repeat the steps that you used before: let the ferret recognize the treat, say “come,” and let the ferret approach and take the treat. Once the ferret begins to come on command, try calling it from a different room. If the ferret goes for the treat before you say, "Come" then try hiding the treat in your hand and say "Come" and show the treat. Try saying the word “Come” whenever your ferret moves toward you on its own, and then reward it. This helps them learn that “Come” action comes with a reward. All training relies on repetition and reward. So, train the ferret at least 5-10 times in a row, giving it a reward every time it comes to you after you call it. With time, the ferret will improve and will eventually come when you call, regardless of where the animal is in your home. Once the ferret comes every time you call, you can gradually phase out the use of treats. | Isolate 1 ferret from the others in a neutral location. Hold a treat about 1 foot (0.30 m) in front of the ferret. Train the ferret with the treat farther away from its face. Repeat the training until the ferret has learned the behavior. |
Lift up each brandy snap by sliding a spatula underneath. Once you have lifted up an edge of a brandy snap, use the oiled handle of the wooden spoon to wrap each snap around to create a roll. You may want to make a few extra brandy snaps if this is your first time making them, as they can be easy to accidentally rip or tear. Be gentle when rolling the brandy snaps. Each brandy snap should make one full rotation around the handle of the wooden spoon; the edges should overlap by about ¼ inch (0.635 cm). Once rolled, the brandy snaps should retain their “cigar” shape as long as you do not force them off of the spoon handle. Repeat this process with each brandy snap. If any of the snaps have cooled before you have rolled them, place the cool snaps back on the baking sheet and back in the oven for about 30 seconds. Each snap will firm up as it cools; they should become hard to the touch. Since the snaps are thin, they will take only about 5 minutes to cool and harden. Add enough whipped cream so that the brandy snaps are completely filled. If you have a piping bag, use a narrow tip to fill the brandy snaps. If you do not have a piping bag, you can use the tip of an aerosol whipped-cream can to fill the snaps. Start at the center, then slowly pull the tip of the aerosol can out, until one side of each snap is filled. Repeat this process on both sides. You can also make your own at-home piping bag by cutting a small bit off one corner of a zip-close storage bag, then partially filling it with whipped cream. Once the whipped cream is added, the brandy snaps do not keep well; they can become soggy quickly. If you are planning to make your brandy snaps ahead of time, do not add the whipped cream until right before you plan to serve them. Make enough to add whipped cream to only as many snaps as you will need; otherwise you may end up throwing several away. | Roll each brandy snap into a “cigar” shape. Gently slide each rolled brandy snap off of the spoon handle. Place the rolled brandy snap on a wire cooling rack to finish cooling. Fill with whipped cream just prior to serving. Serve the brandy snaps immediately. |
If you don't want to go out and actively get women, you're going to have to be sure you're going off to do your own thing. Don't hang around waiting for them or send them flowers every week. Just go do your own thing and wait for them to come to you. Some things you can do are: Hang with your friends. Gotta get in that COD time, after all. Hang out alone. At last! Peace and quiet! Underwear rock out party time! Do things you enjoy. This is a great time to develop those skills that women find so attractive. Women don't want to date someone who's really clingy or controlling. If you have girl friends that you're hoping to catch the eye of, show them that you're perfectly happy to go do your own thing without them. Don't annoy them by constantly asking to hang out, don't ask to go everywhere with them (or follow them around without asking!), don't try to trap them in a corner when you want to talk, and don't try to guilt them or manipulate them into going places with you. Show women that they are free to go where they want and do what they want, and if they want a buddy along for the ride, you're there for them. Start trends, don't follow them. Women are attracted to guys they perceive as cool. Try to be independent and show your own personality, rather than copying what the other guys are doing. This is very important for getting women to want to date you. Avoid awkward comments or jokes. Keep your eyes on her face. Don't stalk girls. If a few women decide that you are a creeper, they will probably warn others that you are a creeper and then you're just doomed. A good rule of thumb is that if you wouldn't say something to your mom, don't say it to a woman you're not dating. You shouldn't leave women thinking you're uninterested in dating altogether. Flirt occasionally or find other ways to show that you're interested. | Do your own thing. Give women their freedom. Don't be a follower. Don't be creepy. Don't be too independent. |
You do not want a bulky edge for your blanket. Use a pair of scissors or a rotary blade to cut around the edge of your blanket, about 1/4 inch away from the inseam. If you use a rotary blade, make sure you are using a safe surface to cut on. After you have trimmed the excess, you can peel off the masking tape, and pull out the pins that were stuck in your blanket to hold it down. Pull up the edge of the top layer of plush fabric. Take your iron, turn it on low, and gently press the edge of the fabric down. Make sure that when you pick the iron up, the edge of the fabric stays flat. Do this around the edge of the blanket. Once you are done with the top edge, flip your blanket upside down. Turn your iron on low again, and press the edge of the flannel down. Do this around the edge of the blanket. Up until now, the batting has remained on the outside, and the plush fabric has been right side in. Stick your hand in the hole between the flannel and plush fabric (not between the flannel and batting). Push your hand in until you can feel the seam on the other side and gently pull. It is important to do this slowly so that you do not accidentally rip out any of the stitching. Once you get the bulk of it flipped inside-out, tuck your hand back into the hole and poke your finger into the corners. You can also pull from the outside to make them straight and not bunched inward. Turn your blanket over so that the plush fabric is on top. Just like before, the goal is to sew a blanket stitch. Slide the 6-count embroidery floss through the eye of your needle. Tie a knot at the long, loose end. slide it underneath the plush fabric, and out the top, until the knot catches. Note: you are only sliding the thread through the plush fabric, not the flannel or batting. For more information on the blanket stitch, see: How to Sew Blanket Stitch Take your needle around the edge, and slide it into the flannel underneath. Stick your needle through the three fabrics, and up through the hole you already sewed through. As you are pulling the thread through, place your finger on the edge of the fabric so that the thread does not go all the way through. Take your needle and slide it through the loop you created with your finger. Pull the thread tight. Slide your needle underneath the flannel about a 1/2 inch down from the previous stitch. Slide your needle through all three fabrics as you hold your finger on the edge of the blanket to catch the thread. Put your needle through the loop you created with your finger, and pull your thread tight. Repeat the previous steps over and over again until you have stitched the hole together. Tie a knot in the thread when you are done. | Trim the excess. Iron down what is left of the edges. Flip your blanket inside-out. Sew up the hole. |
Your fryer should have a burner, a solid stand, a hanger or basket, and a thermometer. You will also need a propane tank and a fire extinguisher rated for grease fires. You don't have to have a fryer specifically for turkeys, but it should be big enough to accommodate your bird. This includes overhangs, garages, and carports. Even if you're very careful, an oil fire can flare up quickly, catching nearby structures on fire. You should never place your fryer on a wooden surface, since oil drips can easily catch on fire from the burner. Be sure to place your propane tank as far away from the fryer as you can without stretching the line leading from the tank to the burner. Peanut oil is the most commonly used oil for frying, due to its low smoke point. However, you can use other vegetable oils with a smoke point of at least 450 °F (232 °C), including safflower and corn oil. | Check your fryer to be sure it's in good working order. Set up your fryer at least 10 feet (3.0 m) away from any buildings. Choose a level spot on concrete or dirt for your fryer and propane tank. Fill the fryer with the determined amount of vegetable oil. |
This is the easiest and most primitive method, requiring the fewest and most common supplies. You'll need: a small box a small tea candle that fits inside the box a small metal tray that can rest on top of the box, possibly the lid from a candle or the top to a tin of hand cream a glass big enough to cover the metal tray a small rubber tube or bendy straw Light it. Make sure it's spaced in the middle of the box to avoid catching anything on fire. Basically, you're going to heat what you're planning on smoking on the tray with the candle and use the glass to collect the vapor, which you'll inhale through the tube. It's a simple method. It helps to have the flame low enough so that it won't scorch the tin too badly. Put whatever you plan on smoking on top of the tin lid. Find a good-sized glass big enough to fit over your tin and small enough to rest on the edges of your box. Wait for the glass to fill with vapor. When you see the glass begin to fill with vapor, you can start inhaling through the rubber tube. When you're finished, you can take this apart easily and no one will know the difference. | Collect your supplies. Light the candle and place it inside the box. Place the tray on top of the flame, resting on the edges of the box. Put the glass over the tin. Snake your tube up into the glass and inhale. |
Guinea pigs are social creatures, so if you have more than one, you should avoid separating them when one is dying. Doing so could make both animals anxious or sad, and this is the last thing you want to do as your guinea pig makes his grand exit. It might be a good idea to separate your ailing guinea pig from his friends if he is in pain or the other guinea pig tries to rough-house with him. You will need to make this judgment yourself based on the situation. Placing a small, light-weight blanket or piece of soft cloth on top of or around your guinea pig will keep him from getting cold and will help him relax. Your guinea pig may become incontinent as his bodily systems begin to shut down, so change out the blanket every so often to keep your pet reasonably clean and comfortable. Many animals (and people) are much more sensitive to cold as they age and begin to die, so keeping your older guinea pig's cage environment slightly warmer than you used to can improve his comfort substantially. Use a material or cloth that your guinea pig is familiar with to enhance his comfort with the situation. A dying guinea pig will become very weak and unable to feed or water himself as his death approaches. You can make his passing less uncomfortable by offering him water from a spoon, syringe, or water bottle. Blend or mix a guinea pig "smoothie" that contains hay, water and ground up pellets and feed it to him. Don't force your guinea pig to eat or drink if he doesn't want to. You simply want to make these things accessible to him if he can't get them himself. Make sure anything you feed your guinea pig is well-blended so he doesn't have to use up precious energy chewing (which he might not be able to do, anyway). You can gently cuddle or stroke your guinea pig to comfort him and express affection. This will help your guinea pig know that he is not alone and should reduce any fear or anxiety he may be experiencing. If you hold him, do so in a way you know he likes and that won't cause him any unnecessary pain or discomfort. Many guinea pigs like to have their foreheads gently stroked. If you know your pet enjoys this, do this as he passes away. Take note of any body language or noises your guinea pig may be making and adjust your physical contact with him accordingly; don't do anything that causes your pet pain. Your guinea pig will be most comfortable in warm, quiet space with lighting that is neither too bright nor too dark. Soft, pleasant, natural sounds (such as birds singing or the babbling of a brook) may be comforting to your pet. It may also be best to give him some space toward the end so he can slip away peacefully. Check on him often to offer food and water. If there is a specific toy or other item you know your guinea pig is fond of, place this object next to him. The simple presence of items he enjoys may provide your pet a sense of calm. Treat your dying guinea pig as you would a sleeping baby; anything that is likely to wake a snoozing infant will probably also be unpleasant for your pet. | Keep him near his companions. Wrap him up. Help him with basic needs. Show affection. Provide a peaceful atmosphere. |
It is recommended to wait until after your German shepherd puppy's adult teeth have started to come in (around 3 to 5 months) to tape up his ears. You may even want to wait until after he has finished teething (around 7 months) before taping up his ears. Taping his ears too soon may end up damaging his ears to the point where they will not stand up on their own. Because calcium is being diverted from your puppy's ears to his teeth during teething, his ears will probably switch back and forth between standing up and flopping down. Talk with your veterinarian if you are unsure of when to start considering taping up his ears. During the teething process, your puppy's ears will probably lose calcium. Without enough calcium, your puppy's ears may have a harder time standing upright. Giving him a little extra calcium in his diet (1 tablespoon of cottage cheese or yogurt per meal) will help to replace this calcium deficiency. Even though it may tempting to do so, do not give your puppy calcium supplements. The extra calcium could deposit in his bones and lead to long-term orthopedic problems, such as bone spurs and arthritis, later in life. Consult with your veterinarian on ways to provide your puppy with extra calcium. Your puppy's overall health plays an important role in the health and strength of his ears. One thing you should do is keep your puppy up to date on his vaccinations and deworming schedule. You should also feed him a well-balanced, high-quality puppy food. If you notice that his ears stand up one day and then flop down the next, encourage your puppy to use his ears more and more. The more he perks his ears up, the stronger his ear muscles will become and the more likely his ears will stand upright. Try making interesting noises and sounds (e.g., honking a car horn, clapping your hands, ringing a bell) to get your puppy to perk his ears up. Giving him chew toys and bones to chew on will also be helpful. The chewing motion strengthens the muscles at the base of the ear. Damage to your puppy's ears can prevent them from being able to stand upright. Contrary to popular belief, massaging the base of your puppy's ears will not encourage them to stand upright. In fact, massaging, rubbing, and playing with your puppy's ears can actually damage them. If your puppy sleeps in a crate, try to keep him from sleeping with his head against the side of the crate. This sleeping position can damage his ears. Puppies can pull and tug on each other's ears. If you have other puppies, keep an eye on them to make sure they leave each other's ears alone as much as possible. Clean your puppy's ears regularly. Ear cleaners are available at your local pet store. Talk with your veterinarian for advice on how to clean your puppy's ears. | Do not tape up his ears too soon. Provide your puppy with extra calcium. Keep your puppy in good health. Encourage your puppy to use his ear muscles. Protect your German shepherd puppy's ears from damage. |
You can't improvise a eulogy, and memorization should be backed up by notes at least. You may be too sad, and you can't laugh it off if you forget what you were going to say. Write a small page of notes, or type up the whole thing and read from it. If you're having trouble getting started, brainstorm. Set a 15 minute timer, think about your loved one, and write down anything that comes to mind. Use photographs, scrapbooks, and other mementos of the person to inspire you as you write. Most speeches are around 2-10 minutes long. If many people are speaking, err on the shorter side. If you are the closest relative or the only speaker, you may go longer. A five minute speech will be around 650 words long. The focus of your eulogy should be the departed. You are telling stories and describing them in a way that helps the audience members frame their own memories. Therefore, focus on the exact qualities of your loved one. You might list their best qualities, their most particular quirks, their fervently held beliefs. Say what you'll miss about the departed, but don't talk too much about how devastated you are. Your feelings are relevant, but they are not the primary focus of the speech. Illustrate your statements about your loved one with true stories that show them in their best and most endearing light. These can be from the childhood and the adulthood of your loved one, and they will have the most oomph if you witnessed them yourself. For instance, if your loved one always stuck up for the underdog, you might tell a story about the time they stuck up for someone. If they were exceptionally clever, you might tell a story of the time they got the two of you out of a bad situation with quick thinking. Let your audience know what your loved one experienced, and how they changed over the course of their life. What were their loves, and what were their struggles? Don't dwell on the negative, but acknowledge any defining difficulties, such as a long illness or a tragic loss. Identify struggles that they faced and conquered. For example, if they lost someone close, talk about that loss and how it affected them. Describe the important relationships of the departed, including your own relationship with them. For example, you can talk about how much they loved their daughter. Talk about their passions, hobbies, and talents. If there is a text that you associate strongly with the departed, you may quote it during your speech. This is not required! However, if there was a poem, or a religious verse, or some song lyrics, or even a joke the departed truly loved, it may be appropriate to quote it briefly. The quotation should not take up more than a minute of your speech—your words will ultimately be more meaningful. | Write it down. Base the time on the number of speakers. Describe the departed. Tell stories. Talk about their life. Quote when it adds something. |
Pour the mix into a large mixing bowl, then whisk it to remove any lumps or clumps. This recipe will give you a chocolate molten lava cake. If you don't like chocolate cake, use white cake mix to make white cake instead. If you have a different mug cake recipe that you prefer, you can use that instead. Take a look at the box you cake or brownie mix came in. Measure out the water, oil, and eggs called for on the box, and place them into a separate mixing bowl. Add one extra egg, then whisk everything together. You are adding an extra egg because this will make your cake richer and taste more homemade. Most cake mixes will call for 1 cup (240 milliliters) water, ⅓ cup (80 milliliters) vegetable oil, and 3 eggs. Most brownie mixes will call for: ¼ cup (60 milliliters) water, ¼ cup (60 milliliters) oil, and 1 egg. Pour the whisked water, oil, and eggs into the dry cake or brownie mix. Stir everything together until combined and no lumps or streaks remain. You can try to pour the batter straight from the bowl, or you can ladle it out using an ice cream scoop or soup ladle. You will have enough batter to fill about six 8-ounce (240-milliliter) mason jars. Set the lids aside for now. Do not over-fill the jars. If you fill them more than halfway, the batter may rise too much and overflow. Choose a rich, soft, dark chocolate. Press two squares into the center of each mason jar, then cover them with more batter. If you are making a different type of cake, you can skip this step. You can cook up to four cakes at one time. If you choose to cook more than one cake, add 30 seconds for each additional cake. This means that if you are cooking four cakes, you should cook them for a total of 2 minutes and 30 seconds. The cakes will puff up as they cook, and deflate when you stop the microwave. Place a paper towel or paper plate under the jar. This way, if there are any spills, they will be easier to clean up. Every microwave is different, so the cooking times on your cake might be a little different. If you want to, you can garnish them with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Cover any leftover jars with the lids. The heat from the jars will automatically cause the lids to seal. Let the cakes cool down to room temperature before putting them into the fridge. | Whisk the chocolate cake or brownie mix. Combine the water, oil, and eggs in a separate bowl. Stir the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Fill the jars halfway with butter. Press two chocolate squares into the center of each cake. Cook the mason jars in the microwave for 1 minute. Serve the cakes straight from the jars. |
If you want to protect your table, desk, or countertop from getting covered with glue, it's a good idea to put down a protective layer before you get started with your project. A craft mat is a great way to protect any work surface, but layers of newspaper will work if you don't have a mat. You could also tear a trash bag along 2 of the seams and lay it down if you don't have any newspaper or a craft mat. When it comes to decoupage, there's no right or wrong. If you like a design, you can use it! You can choose several smaller pieces to put together, you can opt to lay down one larger sheet, or you can layer multiple pieces with a background—whatever works for you. Once you decide what you want to use, cut out the image to fit the glass. If you’re decoupaging a curved piece of glass, remember to account for the curve when you’re deciding what size to cut your paper. Avoid using glossy images, like magazine pages. The coating on the paper can cause the image to bleed when you apply the glue. When you apply the wet decoupage glue to your paper, it will become fragile, and it may tear. If you only have 1 copy of your paper, a small tear could ruin your whole project. If you make a copy of the image, you can just start over if you make a mistake. An image from a laser printer is less likely to bleed than one from an inkjet printer. Also, if you’re using vintage images, they may not accept glue well, so a laser copy will actually adhere to the glass better. If your only option is to use an inkjet printer, use low-moisture content glue. | Lay a craft mat or newspapers on your work surface to protect it. Choose and cut out your images. Make laser printer copies if you only have 1 copy of your artwork. |
When resolving a dispute between others in the workplace, focus on the facts of the situation. Avoid making character assessments or personal comments. Management should always be impartial when reviewing employee conflict and avoid personal relationships that can create bias. Open a dialogue between the parties involved. Often conflicts arise from miscommunication. Be a mediator and open dialogue between the parties in conflict, helping them come to a constructive conclusion to the issue. Be firm but fair. People aren't always going to get along and some personality types clash in collaborative settings. Set down ground rules for employee comportment, but don't act rashly, especially if this is a first time conflict. If the conflict is between yourself and an employee, discuss the issues one-on-one. If there is a conflict between the team and management goals, call a team meeting. Avoid confronting and calling out individual team members about sensitive issues in group meetings. Deal with the issue as soon as it comes to your attention. Otherwise, it could escalate and negatively impact employee performance. Just make sure not to address the issue too quickly, before you’ve had time to consider a course of action. . Encouragement and motivation are powerful tools when used correctly. Remind individuals of what they did correctly while also criticizing how they reacted poorly. Offer criticism that solves problems. Instead of focusing in on what an individual did wrong, ask "How could this have been approached more productively?" Be specific and relevant to the point of the discussion. It's easy to get side-tracked, but be sure to keep the discussion focused on a sustainable and positive outcome to the conflict. When conflict happens and resolution occurs, praise teamwork and collaboration and recognize the people who made it happen. If the conflict is between two employees, remind both of their strengths and weaknesses and how glad you are that the situation is resolved. If the conflict is between the team and management, recognize the key compromisers and team players who achieved resolution via an email memo to the whole team. | Be impartial and listen to understand. Address issues with the appropriate parties. Don’t wait to resolve the issue. Give constructive criticism Broadcast praise. |
You can also pursue a General Education Development (GED) certificate or California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE). However, a high school education is the minimum requirement to become a Los Angeles Police Officer. You can submit your 2 or 4 year degree in lieu of a high school equivalency certificate. You must be 21 years of age to be a LA police officer. However, you can apply earlier and take the test when you are 20 1/2 years old; you just must be 21 by the time you are hired on. You can also be a permanent resident alien who has applied for citizenship. You will be required to prove your status with documentation when applying to become a police officer. While this level of education is not required to earn a detective spot, it is helpful in achieving a promotion early on and proving that you have had training in investigation. You should seek degrees in police science or criminal justice. Law or pre-law could also be helpful. | Receive your high school diploma. Be of age. Ensure you are a citizen. Consider earning a 2 to 4 year degree. |
The puffer jacket's utilitarian vibe works best with dark-colored rugged boots, ankle boots and heeled boots. It also pairs well with almost any kind of athletic footwear, especially sneakers and trainers. Add a dash of color by wearing a pair of fun, bright trainers. Vintage-style sneakers in muted colors also go well with puffer jackets. Avoid wearing formal footwear, like high heels, with a puffer jacket. Perk up your dark puffer jacket with a brightly-colored or patterned knit hat. A nice scarf can also jazz up your look. Wear a scarf with a simple design and arrange it around your neck neatly. A dark-colored pair of leather or wool gloves can help you complete this polished look. Puffer jackets with belted or drawstring waists can help streamline the jacket's puffy silhouette. Choose a dark-colored jacket with a matching belt. Add sleek accessories, like scarves, hats, gloves and sunglasses, in the same dark color to go with it. The overall effect is polished and trendy. To maintain a streamlined appearance, avoid puffer jackets with belts that aren't the same color as the jacket itself. | Wear your jacket with boots or sneakers. Dress your puffer jacket up with a bright beanie and nice scarf. Wear it with a belt and monochrome accessories. |
Training and socializing your Rottweiler are two of the most important parts of owning the breed, and the process should start before the puppy even leaves the breeder. Well-socialized pups are accustomed to many different sounds and actions going on around them, and your presence shouldn't be a big surprise. A shy, withdrawn, or overly cautious pup is probably not well socialized and has not been exposed to a lot of different situations. A less socialized pup may make just as good a pet as one who isn't, simply requiring more time when training. Exposing your Rottweiler to other people, animals, and locations as young as possible is another great way to help socialize the breed. If at a dog park, slowly introduce your dog to the other dogs and people around you while still on the leash. If your dog seems to be friendly and comfortable and welcomes the interaction, offer praise for the good behavior and gradually allow more interaction off leash and in larger areas. If possible, you should also enroll the puppy in “kindergarten” obedience classes starting around ten or twelve weeks old. Each dog will develop social skills at his or her own speed, so go as slow as needed. As your dog becomes more socialized and comfortable with new things, you will see that he or she develops an overall better temperament. Don't forget to introduce cats, children, and anything else that you want your dog to be familiar and comfortable with as well. In addition to socializing your Rottweiler, you’ll also need to do plenty of obedience training, which can require dedication and patience. Your Rottweiler will need to know that you are the dominant one in the relationship. This role can be especially difficult to master for first-time dog owners. Obedience schools can be a good option from the very beginning or to correct unwanted behaviors. It will be beneficial for you and your new pup to train with voice commands as well as hand signals. The upside to training with both of these commands is that if you are in a situation where your dog can't hear you, your hand signal will still communicate what you’re asking to the dog. Positive reinforcement goes a long way with this breed as Rottweilers enjoy pleasing their owners. After bonding to you, your dog will love your attention, so ignoring your dog when he or she exhibits bad behavior will work better than other disciplinary measures. During any sort of training, if you feel overwhelmed or your dog doesn't seem to be learning at a reasonable pace, consult a professional trainer or canine behaviorist. They will be able to answer any questions or concerns you may be having about the process or techniques that you are using. | Pick a puppy that shows evidence of prior socialization. Take your dog out in public. Have patience. Start training early. Use positive reinforcement. Consult a professional trainer. |
Yes, they learned a few things from other players, maybe took a few lessons, but the greats broke away from the herd and took music into their own hands. When you think about many artists using any media or art form in one way or another somehow got inspired by another artist who did the same thing. Read or watch biographies of artists that interest you. You don't have to just stick to Hendrix. Hendrix began playing guitar at 15, played music around Tennessee but found fame playing in England. He only played electric guitar and experimented with the sound. Before him, even though electric guitars had been around since 1931, they were playing the same as an acoustic. Where most musicians simply amplified what they played, Hendrix used feedback, bending strings and percussion noises on the solid body guitar during his performances to distort and enhance the usual string sound. Every time he played live, the sound was different. His career spanned only four years, but he is still considered the most influential electric guitarist in the history of rock music. This guy is the legendary guitarist who people say sold his soul at the crossroads to the devil for the special guitar licks that no one can duplicate. The story goes that he learned a few things from other players, disappeared for a while, then suddenly reappeared playing a one of a kind style. He recorded 29 songs in a room at the Baker Hotel in Dallas, TX, in 1937, and every rock and roll (and blues) song is an extension of his work. He started off learning a few chords from a friend, got bored and taught himself to play by listening to records. He began live performances at 13, did studio session work for years, was a member of The Yardbirds, and by 26 had formed Led Zeppelin. Most of the recorded guitar solos from 1960 to 1968 in England were played by him, including work with The Who, The Kinks, Herman's Hermits and The Rolling Stones. | Take hints from the truly great guitar players of years past. Inspire yourself with the life story of Jimi Hendrix himself. Think of the crafty Robert Johnson who combined different playing styles into an original style all his own. Motivate yourself with the story of Jimmy Page as inspiration when you get bored of learning basic notes and chords. |
In this paper, we propose data statements as a design solution and professional practice for natural language processing technologists, in both research and development — through the adoption and widespread use of data statements, the field can begin to address critical scientific and ethical issues that result from the use of data from certain populations in the development of technology for other populations.We present a form that data statements can take and explore the implications of adopting them as part of regular practice.We argue that data statements will help alleviate issues related to exclusion and bias in language technology; lead to better precision in claims about how NLP research can generalize and thus better engineering results; protect companies from public embarrassment; and ultimately lead to language technology that meets its users in their own preferred linguistic style and furthermore does not mis- represent them to others.** To appear in TACL ** | A practical proposal for more ethical and responsive NLP technology, operationalizing transparency of test and training data |
You'll need this move to open the door to Registeel. Like the other two Regis, Registeel is a level 40 Legendary Pokemon. It is a Steel-type, which will make it tough to damage. Bring Fighting, Ground, or Fire-type Pokémon to do good damage to Registeel. Also bring a Pokémon that knows False Swipes, as this will allow you to lower Registeel's health without knocking it out. If you can bring a Pokémon that knows Sleep or Paralyze, that can help you capture Registeel. Bring Ultra Balls and Timer balls as well! The cave of the Ancient Ruins is on the western side of the Route. The Braille inscription gives you instructions for accessing Registeel. Move to the middle of the room. Use the fly move and the door will open. You only get one chance to catch Registeel, so make sure that your game is saved right before starting the fight. This will allow you to reload and retry if you accidentally knock it out. Start the fight and lower Registeel's health as fast as possible with your Fighting, Ground, and Fire moves. Use False Swipes to lower Registeel's health without knocking it out. Once it's health is in the red, put it to sleep or paralyze it, then start throwing Ultra Balls. | Bring a Pokémon that know Fly. Get ready to fight Registeel. Travel to Route 120. Read the inscription and then move to the center of the room. Save before fighting. Capture Registeel. |
While bacillary dysentery tends to be milder than the amoebic variety, severe symptoms should not be taken lightly. Call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately if you are experiencing severe pain, watery diarrhea, or blood in your stool. One of the major dangers of dysentery is fluid loss. If you have bacillary dysentery, regularly drinking bottled water, sports drinks, and juice should help you stay hydrated. You should drink enough so that you are able to urinate every 3 to 4 hours. Your urine should be a clear or light yellow color. Start with your recommended 8 glasses of fluids a day. If this is not enough to keep you hydrated, increase your fluid intake by 2 or 3 glasses at a time. If you are struggling to stay hydrated on your own, you may need a commercial oral rehydration solution. Call your doctor to ask for a recommendation. You can make your own rehydration drink by mixing 6 teaspoons (24 g) of sugar, ½ teaspoon (3 g) of salt, and 1 US quart (0.95 L) of water. If you have profuse diarrhea, then you will also need to rehydrate with electrolytes. Watch for symptoms of dehydration including lethargy, dizziness, headaches, muscle cramps, infrequent urination, dry mouth, weakness, confusion, apathy, and an increased heart rate. A bland diet is recommended while you are experiencing dysentery symptoms. Foods like unflavored crackers, rice, non-citrus fruits, bread, pasta, oatmeal, peanut butter, pudding, eggs, brothy soups, and steamed or baked chicken and fish are all recommended. Some medical professionals recommend avoiding dairy products and foods with high fat content while you are still experiencing symptoms. Most bacillary dysentery runs its course in about a week. Plan a full week to recover. This should include taking time off from work or school and resting at home. This prevents the bacteria from spreading and allows your body time to recover. While you recover, be sure to wash your hands frequently. Avoid doing things like making meals for your family, as this could also increase their risk of getting the bacteria. | See your doctor immediately if your symptoms are severe. Replenish your fluids. Eat a bland diet. Plan 5–7 days for recovery. |
. For a project as large as a staircase, you will likely need to rent a small cement mixer. Follow the directions on your bagged concrete mix to determine how much water you need to add. Smaller projects, like building a single step, might be possible without a cement mixer. You could mix your concrete by hand in a wheelbarrow. Another alternative is to create a mixing box (also called a mortar box) by using scrap/low-grade wood to create a makeshift reservoir where you can mix your concrete. Add colorant to your concrete before mixing it to permanently change the color. . Transfer the concrete into your form with a shovel, wheelbarrow, or (for larger projects) the funnel that came with your cement mixer. If you are using a wheelbarrow, you might construct an earthen ramp so you can wheel your cement up to the lip of the form and tip in the concrete. Lay a screeding tool, like a long trowel or long wooden plank, flat along the top parts of your form and, working from uphill to downhill, work your tool along the form to flatten and smooth the concrete. Once you are finished screeding, your concrete should start looking more like the finished product. If you use a wooden plank or board, it should be as straight as possible and free of warping and other irregularities. These can create gouges or leave the surface of your concrete uneven. . Floating involves pressing a flat surface along the top of the concrete to cause the "cream" (the gravel-free part of the concrete) to come to the surface. A bull float tool is ideal for this process, though it might not be necessary for smaller projects. Smaller projects might only require the use of a handheld magnesium float. These kind of floats are extremely durable and are designed to slide across the surface of your still-liquid concrete easily. To use a bull float, push it away from you across the top of the concrete while keeping the back end of the float slightly elevated, then pull the float back towards yourself, keeping the front end slightly elevated. Float the entire surface of your concrete thoroughly. If you have used a bull float, you should use a handheld magnesium float to go over the surface once again when finished. Use long, sweeping motions for best results. At this point, it is not uncommon to see water bleed to the surface of the concrete. Drag a stiff-bristled push broom across the surface of your concrete to create fine grooves in the surface. Smooth concrete can be very slippery, which can be especially dangerous for concrete steps. Use light pressure when doing this; grooves that are too deep will cause water to puddle on the concrete, and could compromise its integrity. If you notice clumps of cement forming on your broom, this is generally a sign that you are adding traction too soon. Smooth the concrete once more with your handheld magnesium floater, and wait until later to brush your surface. Wait to do this until the concrete has dried enough that you no longer see water seeping (or “bleeding”) out onto the surface. Otherwise, brushing will result in grooves that are too deep. You should always follow the directions the supplies you use, especially since different kinds of concrete will have different specifications. Generally, concrete takes 28 days to fully cure. You can improve the curing process by applying a concrete sealer after pouring the concrete. Follow the directions on your sealer for best results. You should be able to remove your forms after a single day. Carefully remove your screws and take apart your form. After a few days, your concrete will be strong enough to walk on, though not fully cured. Enjoy your new concrete steps! | Mix your concrete Pour the concrete Screed (flatten) the surface of your concrete. Float your concrete Brush your concrete for improved traction. Allow your concrete to cure. |
It can be tempting to run outside when an earthquake happens. After all, nothing can fall on you there. However, you likely won't make it outside before things start falling, so it's better to find a safe place inside than to try to make it outside. Turn off the stove quickly before taking cover. If there are candles lit, blow these out as well. It is important to take safety precautions before the quake gets worse. The safest place for you in an earthquake is on your floor. However, don't lie flat on the floor. Instead, get on your hands and knees. This crawling position is the best for two reasons. One, it gives you a chance to move if you need to. Two, it provides you with some protection from falling objects. The best place for you in an earthquake is under a table. A table provides protection from falling objects. A desk is also a good option. Try to move away from the kitchen. Also, try to get away from your fireplace, large appliances, glass, and heavy furniture, as any of it can injure you. If you can't get under a table, move to an interior wall, and cover your head. In a large building, move away from windows and exterior walls if possible. Also, don't get on the elevator. Most modern buildings are built to withstand earthquakes, as they are built to flex. In older buildings, you may be slightly safer on a higher floor, but you shouldn't try to move floors during an earthquake. A doorway isn't the safest place in modern houses, as it isn't any stronger than any other part of the house. In addition, you can still be hit by falling or flying objects in a doorway. Once you've found a good position, stay where you are. Don't move from that position until the earthquake is over. Remember, many earthquakes have aftershocks, too. Make sure to grab onto whatever you're hiding under. It should help provide you with some stability. If the furniture you are under shifts, stay with it. The earthquake may move it around. If you're already in bed, don't try to get up. You are safer there than if you tried to move somewhere else, especially if you are groggy. You could easily be cut by broken glass if you try to roll out of bed. Grab a pillow, and put it over your head. This step can provide some protection from falling objects. You can also try to cover up with a blanket, which can protect you from glass. Whether you are under a piece of furniture or not, try to use something to shield your head and face. For instance, a pillow or couch cushion can provide some protection. However, don't waste time trying to find something if the earthquake is intensifying. Also, don't leave your shelter to find a face shield. Remember that the calmer you are, the more rational decisions you will make. When you are flustered or panicked, you will not be able to make the best decisions for your safety and the safety of others. Sometimes remembering that your calm is critical is the key to staying calm. You can also try to take deep, calming breaths. For instance, try counting to four as you breathe in, then try counting to four as you breathe out. Deep breathing can help relax you even when the earth is literally shaking around you. | Stay inside. Turn off the stove and take other safety precautions. Hit the floor. Find a safe place. Hold your position. Stay in bed. Protect your head and face. Try to stay calm. |
Becoming powerful will come more naturally if you put yourself into a position that also feels natural. Find something you feel comfortable doing, then insert yourself into the middle of the field and work your way to power from there. In particular, you should try putting yourself into leadership roles that you feel comfortable maintaining, even if those roles aren't directly related to the field you want to become powerful in. For instance, you might lead a small group at your church even though you want to become powerful at the office. By putting yourself into positions of authority, you can develop a more powerful personality. That personality can then carry over into other areas of your life. You've probably experienced moments of power in your past, even if they seem minor when compared to the sort of power you're seeking now. When you feel your resolve starting to shake, recall these past moments and spend some time meditating on the sensation of power they once evoked. The moments you recall can deal with virtually any aspect of life. For example, you might choose a notable academic accomplishment, like graduating with honors, or even a personal one, like successfully quitting smoking. Regardless of what you choose, the point is to focus on the sensation of being powerful rather than on the actual event itself. While it isn't always true, powerful people tend to use expansive body language that takes up more space. This sort of body language can convey confidence to other people, which may make them view you as a more powerful person. Expansive body language can include crossing your arms, crossing your legs so that the knee sticks out, stretching out your legs so that they extend beyond the edge of the chair, or holding your hands to your hips. In contrast, you demonstrate constricted posture when you do things like folding your legs beneath your chair, dropping your shoulders, or holding your hands to your sides. Doing so will require you to demonstrate fearlessness and a considerable amount of self-confidence. If you're waiting until you have the power to back your claims, you'll probably be waiting indefinitely. Don't be afraid of making changes or taking risks, and even if you are afraid, you should act as though you aren't. Power works in a cycle. When others view you as being powerful, they will naturally treat you like you're a powerful person, even to the extent of granting you power you didn't have before. Know what you want and go after it, regardless of whether others agree or not. To the same end, never pursue a course of action simply because it's the popular thing to do. When pursuing your own path, don't constantly broadcast it. Doing so makes it appear as though you're seeking approval, which puts you in a less powerful position than the others you seek it from. Don't be afraid to think outside the box and break a few minor rules or social conventions. Innovation often requires a leap of faith. Moreover, tactfully violating a minor convention can also suggest to others that you are a powerful enough person to get away with doing so. The key is understanding which rules need to be kept and which can be broken. There is no single way to define which is which since each set of circumstances can vary drastically, but as a general rule, only break a rule that needs to be broken. Look for areas that could be improved upon if the current rules were stretched a bit and see what you can do to break free of unnecessary restrictions. When things go wrong, don't point fingers or spend time dwelling on the mistakes that were made in the past. Instead, accept responsibility for correcting the mistake in the present, and make the most out of a bad situation. Failure is a part of everyone's life story, and powerful people aren't afraid of admitting to that. The key is accepting it and proactively working to correct it. Instead of discussing who has the most fault in a situation, you can demonstrate more power by replying with a simple, "I'll take care of this." This includes both your physical and mental well-being. If you're not at your best, you won't give off a very powerful presence. Taking care of your physical health is a straightforward matter. Eat well, exercise enough to stay in shape, and get the sleep your body needs to function. Taking care of your mental and emotional health can be trickier, but in general, you should take time to relax and reconnect with the people and things that are important to you. Don't get so caught up in chasing power that you let the quest consume you. | Find the right role. Meditate on past sources of power. Adopt a powerful posture. Act powerful before becoming powerful. Stay true to your own vision. Break a few rules. Shoulder responsibility. Pay attention to your own well-being. |
A boy who is interested in you will likely show it with his eyes. Some of the behavior cues may seem contradictory, but they are dependent on his personality. A boy who is interested in you will likely try to make frequent eye contact. He will look into your eyes while you are speaking, and you may catch him looking at you from across the room. A shy boy may avoid eye contact because he is nervous talking to you. If he seems to be awkwardly looking around like he's not sure where to look, this may be a signal that he likes you. If he is simply looking at his phone or at someone else, he may not be interested. Men's pupils tend to dilate when they are aroused. If his pupils have dilated (the black part is larger than usual), then he may be interested in you. Male humans, like many mammals, change their physical stature when they are trying to impress a female of the same species. He won't have his arms or legs crossed. Crossed arms and legs are body language for “no, stay away!” He may lean in towards you while talking to you. He will likely stand straight and tall with square shoulders to seem taller and more impressive. He might even seem to be thrusting his pelvis out slightly. Alternately, some men subconsciously (or consciously) adjust their genitals when speaking with someone they are interested in. One of the surest signs of interest is if he finds reasons to touch you. If you are talking and he touches your arm or your hand, he is likely testing the waters to see how you will react to his touching you. Encourage the touching by doing it back. Touch or squeeze his arm lightly and look straight into his eyes while you are talking to him. You should be able to tell from his response if he is interested. Note that you should compare his touching with you to his normal behavior. If he seems to hug everyone who walks up to him, it may not mean anything if he hugs you. A boy who is interested in you will likely spend a lot of time smiling at you and laughing at your stories, even if they are not very funny. If a boy is shy, he will likely blush when you talk to him. Look for any redness on his cheeks or signs of sweaty palms (he may rub his palms on his clothing or fidget with his hands). He may be more likely to say something awkward or embarrassing and then blush if he is nervous. Try to make him feel comfortable. Nervousness can be a sure sign of interest. Do your best to make him feel comfortable by being kind and encouraging him to talk to you. Men and women will both unintentionally mirror a person whom they are interested in. This means that they copy the person's mannerisms in order to send the message that the two people are similar and thus compatible. You can test this by doing something you don't normally do, like putting your hand up to your mouth or stretching. See if he does the same thing. | Watch his eyes. Observe his posture. Notice any touching. Look for facial cues like blushing and smiling. Detect any instances of mirroring. |
Just because your diet doesn't allow potatoes doesn't mean you have to give up hash browns. Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of fiber and can be sliced or diced into a hash with eggs and ham or sausage. If you're vegan, add leafy greens, legumes, and tofu to your hash for even more fiber. If you're on a grain-free or gluten-free diet, legumes are an excellent way to get more fiber at breakfast. American diets in particular often overlook beans at breakfast, but in other cultures beans are a breakfast staple. For example, you might mix beans, along with tomatoes, onions, and peppers, into an omelette. You also might try beans or lentils on toast. Sprinkle with garlic and drizzle with olive oil. If you are on a low-carb diet, such as the Atkins diet, you probably don't eat very many grains. However, there are plenty of companies that make special low-carb bread that you can still use for your morning toast and get plenty of fiber. Oats are naturally low-carb, so you might want to look for an oat bread, or a multi-grain bread that includes oats. Particularly if you're on a grain-free Paleo diet, getting enough fiber may at first seem difficult. However, there are plenty of fruits and vegetables that can easily provide the fiber you need for a healthy, balanced diet. Getting fiber from fruits and vegetables also is essential if you are on a gluten-free diet, since many grains are going to be off limits for you. | Make a sweet potato hash. Eat legumes. Look for low-carb bread. Include plenty of fruits and vegetables. |
Recognize that different people react to life situations differently. Even if you have been through a similar situation as your friend, avoid saying something like “Oh, it won't feel so bad after a while. When I went through this, I ___” Your friend wants her feelings acknowledged not minimized. Show empathy instead. Empathy involves acknowledging the other person's painful feelings by trying to put yourself in her shoes. Even if you think you know what it's like, refrain from generalizing what the experience is like To your friend, this is new, raw, and painful. To offer support and empathy, say “I can see that you are hurting. I wish there was something I could do.” When we see people we love hurting, a common reaction is to rush to find a solution. However, in some cases, the only factors that can lessen the pain are time or hope. Yes, you may feel powerless about not being able to offer some practical help to your friend, but she will appreciate your presence much more than your advice. During hard times, people resort to unhelpful platitudes that offer no comfort, but only make the circumstances worst. Avoid these unsupportive, straight-from-greeting-cards comments: Everything happens for a reason Time heals all wounds It was meant to be It could be worse What's done is done The more things change, the more they stay the same Offering to pray for your friend or telling her to pray, may seem like a harmless gesture. However, if your friend is an atheist or agnostic, she may not be soothed by religious practices. Try to meet your friend where she is and offer your presence and comfort in a way that is comfortable to her. | Don’t pretend you understand. Keep your advice to yourself. Swallow your empty clichés. Question how spiritual consolation will be received by your friend. |
If you recorded a voice note Samsung Notes, you can use it to rename the file. It's the orange icon with a white sheet of paper inside. It's not possible to trim or crop this type of voice memo. Voice notes have microphone icons at their bottom-left corners. It's at the top of the app. The name is now editable. It's at the top of the screen. The file name is now up-to-date. | Open Samsung Notes. Tap the voice note you want to edit. Tap EDIT. Tap the name of the note. Type a new file name and tap SAVE. |
These items are perfect for pencil holders because they are a good shape and can usually be found around the house. Next time you make a cup of soup, cook vegetables, or make beans, save your can. Simply rinse it out and set it aside so that you can later reuse it. Almost everyone has these and they are great pencil cans, and can be grouped together to form cool designs. You'll need to create a bottom for your holder but that is simple. Simply trace the circumference of your toilet paper roll onto thick cardboard. Then, cut out that cardboard and tape it to the toilet paper roll until it is secure. It won't look pretty, but it doesn't matter because you will decorate the roll. To create a cool grouping with your pencil holders, take each toilet paper roll and add a bottom to it. Then, group them together by using three, four or five rolls (depending on how many holders you want). Place the rolls side by side, or in a circular grouping. You can also cut some of the rolls to be shorter so that you have different heights for your holders. Mason jars can create the perfect, rustic look for a pencil holder, but can also be decorated to be a very pretty, simple holder. If you don't have an old mason jar you can purchase them at the store for an inexpensive price. You can also use a glass jar leftover from salsa or another product, or you can simply use a regular glass. If your jar has a label on it you'll need to soak the label to remove it. Fill up a large bowl with hot water and place your jar in the water. After an hour, check the label and see if it can be easily peeled off. If it is still difficult, place it back in the water and allow it to sit for another hour or so. It's beneficial to soak a label rather than pulling it straight off, because many labels leave a sticky residue. Soaking your label will remove any residue and give you a clean jar once you remove it. For this type of pencil holder you'll need a piece of wood that has enough depth to hold a third of your pencil, so about two to three inches. A log or thick branch can be a good a choice for this holder. Saw off the excess wood so you have your desired height. Then, take a drill bit (7/16 inch is a good size) and drill holes into your wood. Then, finish it off by sanding your piece until it has a smooth finish. You can drill the holes in your wood in any pattern that you'd like. You can drill 15 holes placed symmetrically in the wood or you can do a random pattern. These aren't the small cardboard boxes, but the taller plastic boxes that are circular or oval shaped. Simply peel off the label of the can once you have emptied out its contents and you are ready to decorate! Once you have finished using a shampoo or conditioner bottle, don't throw it away. Rinse it out and cut it to use as a pencil holder. Take off the lid and then cut off the top quarter of the bottle. If your bottle is taller or shorter you may need to cut a different amount. You can use an X-Acto knife or scissors to cut your bottle. It is now ready to be decorated! A bottle like this doesn't always stand up easily, especially if it isn't completely round. However, these bottles work great if you want to hang your pencil holder on a wall. Simply place a piece of velcro on the flat side of the back of the bottle, and then place the other side of the velcro on the wall. You can now hang it up above your desk. | Recycle aluminum cans. Use a toilet paper roll. Find an old mason jar. Use a piece of wood. Reuse a crystal light container. Recycle an old shampoo bottle. |
Employees see a different side of the company than you do. Because of this, they’ll have a better idea of what needs improvement on their end. Often, these ideas will make their jobs easier, leading to more productivity. Whether it's a more reliable copier or a different manner of invoicing, remember that small holes sink ships, and small fixes keep them afloat. Try to implement as many of their ideas as possible – not only to increase workflow but also to make them feel valued and listened to. Whether it's positive or negative, employees need to know how they’re doing and that they’re on the right track. Structure allows them to breathe easier. With feedback, they know exactly what is expected of them and in what areas they can improve upon. This makes you happier too, getting your point across! Be sure to keep the feedback personal. Don't parade about talking about how great one employee is while not giving praise to the others. And the opposite is even more true: don't berate a person openly. They'll feel dejected, unmotivated, and downright terrible. Mentor, coach, and align them for the future. To make them into a valuable employee, they need skills they can use for a long time coming. Give them opportunities to better their entire lives, not just to keep them punched in doing overtime. When they have a gig that gives them life skills, they'll see the value in their work. Make it clear you’re interested in their work-life balance. Investing in their lives also means investing in their happiness. This can range from asking questions about their families to going out to happy hour to initiating a work trip. You want balanced, unstressed individuals as employees, not unmotivated drones who count the seconds ticking by. Getting an automatic email from your company saying, “Wow! You’ve worked a million hours for us! Thanks!” is nice, sure (if you know the HR department perhaps), but getting a hand-written note from your boss (even if you don't know him or her) would mean the world. Take these little opportunities, from birthdays to congratulations to condolences. When your employees can feel your presence, they'll feel like they're a valued part of the company – after all, why else would you spend this time on them? Imagine a boss who comes to work every day in a suit and tie, goes straight to his office, and only calls you in when he's giving you a performance review. Fun, huh? Now imagine a boss who, once in a while, comes to work in a monkey outfit, gives everyone bananas, and throws impromptu meetings every so often (sometimes in the monkey outfit) to talk to his team, get a feel for how things are going, and update everyone on where the company is at. Which boss would make you want to come to work? Okay, so you don't have to wear a monkey outfit. But coming to work with a box of banana cream donuts wouldn't hurt! Take part of your lunch break to crack jokes with your team. Laughter is contagious and can keep everyone's spirits up under the pressure of work and deadlines. Let them see you as a person, quirks and all. Making yourself real will turn you into a person with feelings whom they respect and don't want to disappoint. | Listen to what they think needs improvement. Keep the feedback coming. Invest in your employees’ lives. Make everything personal. Be a little weird. |
When you are stressed, the reasoning section of your brain is muted by the part of the brain that produces emotions. It is thus important to make every effort to reason through everyday inconveniences and problems. Try to approach an everyday problem as a chance to strengthen the reasoning side of your brain. Stress is subjective, and with patience you can improve your ability to reason through small stresses. When your emotions are high because of a miscommunication, delay or other problem, try to approach the situation from a different angle to give yourself perspective. Changing up your thinking can calm the emotional centre of the brain. For example, if you take time off work to meet the plumber and they don't show up, instead of focusing on the inconvenience try to think of it as unexpected downtime that you can use to relax. If you encounter a setback in, or believe you have failed a project, try to think of the things you achieved, rather than those things that remain unfinished. While you probably can't fix a traffic jam, other minor problems and stresses can be dealt with more easily and effectively. When you rip your favorite jeans, lose your keys, or might run late for an appointment, immediately ask yourself, “How can I solve this problem?” By focusing on finding an answer you will engage the reasoning side of your brain, which will help to dampen down the emotional side, and thus dissipate your stress. | Reason through the situation. Reframe the problem. Solve the problem. |
The easiest way to stop collection calls is to pay your debt, but you need to be careful when doing so. Speak with the collector to set up a payment plan. Many collectors will encourage you to set up automatic bill-pay. Make sure that whatever plan you agree upon, you are comfortable with. Scam collection agencies love setting up automatic bill-pay and will charge you an exorbitant fee for the service. Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), you are allowed to tell debt collectors to stop calling you. Tell them in writing that you prefer to communicate with them by mail only. Send any correspondence, including disputes to both the collection agency and the creditor by certified mail and request that a return receipt be sent back to you upon delivery. Sample letters are available online. Make sure you keep a copy of your letter. Written communication works to your advantage as you will have a record of everything that is said, whereas phone communication is only recorded on occasion. If the creditor still contacts you after your written request, you can file a “cease and desist“ letter. Find a consumer lawyer who can draft such a letter. If the problem continues, you might even have a case to sue the collection agency. Debt collectors are also prohibited from contacting you while you are at work. There are many lawyers who concentrate on debt collection. They'll be able to help you if you owe money or if a collector is illegally harassing you. These lawyers will charge you a fee or will take a percentage of what they collect on your behalf. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, unlike most laws, actually spells out how much money you might receive if you win your case. The amounts can range from $5000 for individual cases to $500,000 for group law suites. The first thing a lawyer will do is look up the statute of limitations on your loan. Old loans, acquired decades earlier or by deceased relatives, sometimes can be the cause of collection calls. Statutes of limitations exist in many places. If the statute of limitations has expired, you could be off the hook. Even if a collection agency tries to pursue it, you are under no legal obligation to pay. When this occurs, if you do not wish to pay, you could use a cease and desist letter. Remember, you can receive a bad credit rating longer than the statute of limitations. They may have come across an alternate way that works well with this particular agency. Each collection agency is different. Sometimes, they require forms to be filled out. Others only need a letter. Rather than discover this for yourself, ask for help from others. Report the collectors to the FTC online. They are generally slow to move on these kinds of problems, but if they receive enough reports about one specific agency, their wrath can be formidable. | Pay your debt. Send a letter to the collection agency. Contact a lawyer. Ask how others successfully stopped collection calls. Alert the Federal Trade Commission. |
Step towards the wolf, make noise, yell, and clap. Back away slowly. Keep acting aggressively, and keep making noise. Maintain eye contact with the wolf, and do not turn your back. Do not try to fight the wolves unless you have absolutely no other option. Wolves are strong and smart, with powerful jaws and a killer instinct. There's a chance that you'll be able to fend off a lone wolf, but you don't want to find yourself at odds with a group. Breathe deeply and try to keep calm. Wolves can sense your fear. If you panic, you risk freezing or running, thereby losing your ability to fight to save your life. If the wolf attacks, fend it off with sticks, rocks, bear spray, air horns, or any weapon that you have. Find an easily-defensible position: stand with your back against a tree or a large rock. You don't want the wolves to get behind you. Do not try to "hide in plain sight" or curl up into a fetal position. This will not stop a wolf from killing you. In most cases, an attacking wolf will only leave if you intimidate it and present a bigger threat than it is willing to chance. If you do manage to drive off the wolf, get to safety calmly and quickly. Climb a tree, a boulder, or another high landscape feature. If possible, get inside a nearby car or building. Do not relax just yet. The wolf may be skulking near you or your campsite, awaiting another chance. If a wolf is particularly hungry, it may try to attack again. If you are in a group that's being attacked by wolves, make sure to keep all children and injured people in the center. When wolves attack herds of prey, they target the weakest link: young, the old, and the sick. No matter what, do not break the group up. Make sure that you have a person watching in every direction so that the wolves can't outflank your group. Wolves aim to find the weakest link in prey groups. They are viewing you all as prey. Children are the most likely to be targeted, as they are the smallest and the weakest. When wolves do attack humans, they attack children in an overwhelming majority of cases. This is how arctic wolves hunt musk oxen. They watch the herd from a distance, waiting for the flanks to open up when one of the adult oxen is distracted. They penetrate the interior of the herd to get to the weaker oxen within. If you are hiking with your dog in wolf territory, keep the dog in your sight. Pick up its poop, keep it quiet, and try to keep it from peeing everywhere. All of these actions will attract wolves, and they will view you and your dog as intruders. Both wolves and domestic dogs use urine and droppings—along with scratches from their claws and scent rolling—to mark their territory, and wolves may attack a dog that they feel is encroaching on their territory. | Act aggressively and loudly, if approached. Fight back. Stay alert. Band together. Keep a close eye on your dog. |
The door should lift smoothly up. If it doesn't, you’ll need to go back and redo your work. Have a friend help lift the door all the way up so you can install the springs. Clamp the jaws of the vice-grips onto the track. Pull the door down a little to test it. It should rest atop the vice-grips but be unable to move down any further. The easiest way to get the garage door working is to purchase a DIY-friendly, easy tensioning system. Follow the included directions to install the system above the door. You will need a drill to rotate the spring a few times to add tension. When choosing this system instead of a torsion spring, hook the springs onto part of the angle iron above the track. Feed a steel cable through the pulleys, hooking the end to a bracket on the back of the curved part of the track. You will need to loop the free end of the cable through a small bracket. Add an S-hook to the bracket, then place the S-hook on the track above the door. You will also need to run a safety cable through the extension springs and loop the cables through the holes in the track's brackets. | Lift the door. Lock the door in place with locking pliers. Install a torsion spring and bar for a sturdier lifting system. Run cables through extension springs for a cheaper system. |
Carefully remove your zucchini noodles from the piece of fabric and lay them out on a clean table. If your zoodles seem dry enough, place them inside a number of small, freezer-safe bags. Though you can keep your zoodles in a single, large bag, smaller storage portions are more likely to keep their form and texture once thawed. It's important to keep your zucchini noodles compressed, so do not store them in firm containers like mason jars. If your zoodles feel soft and flimsy, repeat the drying process. After packaging your zucchini noodles, push down on each bag with your hands to remove any excess air. Then, close the bags tightly so that no more air can get in. To make sure you store your zucchini noodles for an appropriate amount of time, put a label on each bag and write the initial freeze date on it. If you created different portion sizes for each bag, consider listing the amount of zucchini noodles as well. Like most forms of summer squash, you can keep zucchini noodles in your freezer for up to 12 months. However, they may become less flavorful over time, so try to eat them as soon as possible. When you’re ready to reheat your zoodles, fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil. Place your zucchini noodles in a strainer basket and set it in the water for approximately 1 minute. This will heat and rehydrate the zoodles. Try using your thawed zucchini noodles in cooked dishes like: Stir-fry dishes Alfredo-based dishes Shrimp scampi Pho Pad thai | Place your zoodles in small, freezer-safe bags. Press the air out of your bags and seal them shut. Put a label on each bag. Store your zoodles in a freezer for up to 1 year. Boil your zoodles to thaw them. |
It's important to have good weapons and armor no matter what you're fighting. Get iron or diamond weapons and armor if you can. By moving frequently in any fight, it makes you more difficult to hit. Try to take on Herobrine in an area that allows you to move easily without too make obstructions. Some potions can be really helpful in taking on Herobrine, regardless of which mod you have. A couple of useful potions include: Strong strength potions, made using Nether wart, blaze powder, and glowstone dust Negative effect potions in splashable form (to use on Herobrine), such as weakness potions, poisons, or slowness potions. Mob traps come in many different varieties. You'll have to choose one that you can afford, is suitable to the area you're in, and which can affect the version of Herobrine you have. Different mods will have different weaknesses for Herobrine, so you'll have to figure out what traps will affect him. Killing with Bugbites is a great technique for fighting Herobrine. Get up a tree or in another safe location and then chip away at his health. You can also use the bows and arrows while fighting on foot: just keep moving! . Beacons will give you a benefit if you take on Herobrine in that area. When built to maximum strength, you can choose status effects that can help you defeat Herobrine with ease. The best choices would be either strength or resistance. Never take on Herobrine in an area that you don't know well. You need to be able to run around and attack him without worrying about what's around you. You should also always have a plan. Know how you're going to use your environment. Basically, take the fight seriously and you'll already have an advantage. | Get good weapons and armor. Always keep moving. Use potions. Use traps. Get good with bows and arrows. Make a beacon Get and keep home-field advantage. |
Listen to music with English lyrics. Find a few favorite English songs and continuing listening to those songs until you understand the meaning of each one. If you don't know where to find English music, look for an English radio station that streams online. Check YouTube and other video websites for English music videos. Learn who some of the most popular English musicians within your favorite genre (pop music, rock music, etc.) and find several of their songs. Watch the characters' actions to help yourself understand the context behind the English they speak. You can also turn on subtitles in your native language to help yourself follow along, but turn them off if the subtitles prevent you from focusing on the English words you're listening to. Listen to English podcasts, especially podcasts designed to help people learning English as a foreign or second language. Watch the "Top Videos" on YouTube or other video hosting websites with English content. Visit websites that legally host free episodes of English shows and watch a few. Try to understand who the characters are and what the show is about. Practice speaking English when you're alone. Consider recording yourself when you speak English, then listen to that recording later. You can also practice singing aloud in English or reading short paragraphs of text written in English. Speaking in English more often can help you improve your pronunciation. Recording your spoken practices can help you identify areas you need to improve. Record someone who speaks English well as that person reads the same text. Listen to his or her recording, then listen to your own recording and compare your pronunciation. Travel someplace where native English speakers gather. Listen to them speak English and try to understand their conversations. Visiting a country where people speak English will give you more opportunity to listen to English conversation, but if this isn't an option you can consider, try visiting somewhere in your own country where English tourists gather. Be polite. Don't stare or make the people you're listening to feel uncomfortable, and try not to listen to every detail. Focus on identifying the general topic of each conversation and pick out several unknown words to look up later. Find excuses to talk with others who speak English. This includes native English speakers and others who are still studying the language. Look for unexpected opportunities to speak English. For example, if you meet an English-speaking tourist who is lost, try to give that person directions in English. If possible, find several friends who only speak English and do not speak your native language. You will be forced to speak English if you want to talk with these friends. Become friends with others learning the language, too. These individuals might be able to sympathize with you, and you can encourage each other through the learning process. | Listen to English music. Watch videos, shows, and movies in English. Talk to yourself. Listen to English speakers. Speak with English speakers. |
Peacock eels can be good community fish, but sharing the tank can cause some complications in your care of the peacock eels and their companions. Make sure any fish you choose prefer similar water temperatures and conditions to that of the peacock eel. Peacock eels can be more sensitive to changes in their environments than some other fish. Peacock eels will eat smaller fish, so it's best to keep them with fish that are larger than they are. Peacock eels can be aggressive toward smaller fish but don't do well among fish that are much more aggressive than they are. They can be great tank mates provided they share their home with the right kinds of fish. Peacock eels get along well with other fish of the same breed as long as they are of similar size. Peacock eels can get along well with peaceful fish, but you should monitor their interactions to ensure your peacock eels don't hurt the less aggressive fish. Peacock eels and their tank mates are safest when they are all “semi-aggressive” fish. Examples of fish that are safe with peacock eels are swordtails, rainbow fish, and ottocinclus cats. Peacock eels are easily bullied away from food by faster or more aggressive fish. You may need to take special precautions to ensure your peacock eels don't end up going hungry as a result of their tank mates. Try feeding your peacock eels in the evening when other fish are less active. Make sure to watch your peacock eels eat to ensure their food isn't taken by more aggressive fish. | Decide on whether or not you want other fish. Pick the right kinds of tank mates. Make sure your peacock eels eat. |
There is evidence that aloe vera can help fight infection, reduce inflammation, and promote the healing of cold sores. Aloe vera contains glycoproteins, which speed the healing process by stopping pain and inflammation, and polysaccharides, which stimulate skin growth and repair. They are also full of amino acids and B1, B2, B6 and C vitamins. You can buy aloe vera essential oil, cream, lip balm, or juice. You can also grow an aloe vera plant, snip off pieces of it as needed, and apply the gel directly. Several studies have shown that lemon balm can reduce the redness and swelling of cold sores and can speed healing. It may even reduce the chance of recurrence. Lemon balm does not affect cold sore pain or scabbing. Lemon balm oil is also known as Melissa oil, from the Latin name Melissa Officinalus. Although studies are still patchy, peppermint oil has shown signs of stopping the herpes virus from reproducing in controlled lab situations. Studies have not yet shown that it helps treat cold sores in humans. Do not apply peppermint oil to the face of a small child, as it could cause life-threatening respiratory issues. Tea tree oil has been found to be anti-inflammatory and active against certain strains of the herpes virus. Use it as a gel or apply it mixed with a carrier oil. Do not swallow tea tree oil, and discontinue use if you show signs of an allergic reaction such as rash or swelling. | Try using aloe vera. Apply lemon balm essential oil. Apply peppermint oil. Apply tea tree oil. |
Write each vocabulary word in a sentence that gives contextual clues to the word's meaning. Contextual clues are words and phrases around an unknown word that point to the word's meaning. For example, if the vocabulary word is “succinct,” you might write, “Julia gave a succinct presentation and the meeting was over in no time.” Remember that contextual clues can be misleading. For example, the sentence “As he rushed out the door, Chris felt reluctant to meet his friend,” could imply that “reluctant” means Chris was rushing to see his friend because he was excited or rushing because he was nervous and apprehensive. Using the contextual clues you’ve provided, let your students brainstorm each word's meaning. Letting your students brainstorm will get their mental juices flowing and they’ll be more primed to remember the meaning of the words later on. Once they’ve had a chance to think about the word on their own, you should tell them what it really means. You can read them the dictionary definition, but it's more important to present the word in a way that your students will connect with. Use your students’ experience of the world to explain the word. For example, if the word is “hodgepodge,” pull out a plastic crate of different colored markers and “this is a hodgepodge of markers. A hodgepodge is a confusing mix of different things all thrown together.” Students learn words more quickly if they can connect them to images. Come up with different ways to represent a word using imagery. For example, if the word is “interstellar,” talk to them about the vast space between the stars and explain, “’interstellar’ is the word for that space.” If the word is something more abstract, like “repercussions,” show them pictures of children who were sent to their rooms without supper or pictures of people in jail. | Give your students contextual clues. Let your students guess the words’ meaning. Explain the word. Use imagery to make the word come alive. |
A moneyline bet is simply picking which team will win the game. If you choose the favourite the payout will be less than if you bet on the underdog to win. The team with the negative sign in front of it is the favourite. The team with the plus sign is the underdog. There is no point spread to consider. For example, if you are betting the Seattle Mariners hosting the New York York Yankees, the moneyline may appear Seattle +170 New York -200. This means that New York is favoured to win and Seattle is the underdog so you get more money if you bet on Seattle and they win. So if you bet $200 on New York you will win $100. However, if you bet $100 on Seattle you could win $170. Strategizing is known as handicapping and takes in many factors. Keep in mind that even the best teams will still lose about 40% of their regular season games so it isn't as easy as betting on the favourite. Watch for things like good pitchers on bad teams, underdogs who play well on their home field, and small favourites over underdogs. Keeping a keen eye during the season allows you to make informed bets. Steadily build your winnings with each well placed bet. Once you have chosen the team who you think will win, find a legal sportsbook online or, if gambling is legal at your location, place a bet at a casino, pub, or wherever else sports gambling is accepted. Research which sportsbook gives the best return to your bet as not all of them set the moneyline the same. The payout is adjusted based on the odds set at the point of betting. This is basically the same as the moneyline but only factors in the score of 5 innings of play. It is similar to placing a bet for the winner of the first half of basketball or football. The odds are usually very similar to the regular moneyline odds; however, the starting pitcher is a significant factor in determining the odds. | Understand how a moneyline bet works. Strategize who has the best odds of winning. Bet the moneyline. Understand the 5-inning line. |
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