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Remove husk from corn completely. Peel down the outer green and leafy covering from the corn. Discard husk or compost it. Peel off and remove the silk from the corn. The grassy, hair-like strands can be pulled off by hand or with a soft vegetable brush, but don't worry if you can't remove every last one, they can be easily cleaned off after cooking. Break off any excess stalk from the ear of corn. If more than an inch or two of fibrous stalk remains at the bottom of the ear, you can snap off the rest. Personal preference dictates how much stalk you wish to leave on, from a few inches to none at all. Rinse corn to remove any dirt particles or excess silk. Choose a pot large enough to blanch two to four ears of corn at a time in a single layer depending on the size of your pot. Place a metal steamer basket or mesh strainer at the bottom of the pot. Add roughly two to three inches (five to seven cm) of water to the pot. Use enough water that the surface of the water is roughly an inch ( two and a 1/2 cm) below the steamer basket or strainer. Fill a large bowl or sink with cold water and ice to create ice water bath. Remove corn from pot using tongs or by carefully lifting steamer basket from pot. Submerge corn in ice water bath. Change water periodically if water temperature rises above 60˚ F (15.6˚ C). | Prepare corn for blanching. Prepare pot for steaming. Place ears of corn in steamer basket in pot without overcrowding. Cover pot and bring water to a boil. Steam corn for approximately four minutes. Plunge corn into ice water bath. Use or freeze corn. |
" In pilish, the number of letters in each word stands for the corresponding number in pi. For example, "May I have a large container of coffee beans" = 314159265 in pilish. In 1996, Mike Keith wrote a short story called "Cadaeic Cadenza" in which some 3800 digits of pi were encoded. Keith also developed a method of using words longer than 10 letters to represent sequences of numbers. A piem is a poem that encodes pi in its words, using the pilish method. Typically, they rhyme for the purposes of memorization and have titles of three letters, representing the 3 that begins pi. A piem: Now I will a rhyme construct, / By letter count, the young instruct. / Cunningly devised endeavors, / Con it and remember ever. / Widths in circle here you see, / Sketched out in strange obscurity. Many schoolyard mnemonics have developed over the years to help memorize the first several digits of pi: Cosine, secant, tangent, sine / Three point one four one five nine. This mnemonic relies on using the rhythm and pattern to recall the memorized numbers. Lots of other memorization songs use the same technique: "If numbers had a heaven / their God would surely be / 3.14159 / 26535." The ABC tune, aka "Baa-Baa Black Sheep," aka "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star": 3 1 4 1 5 9 2 / 6 5 3 5 8 9 / 7 9 3 2 3 8 4 / 6 2 6 4 3 3 8 / 3 2 7 9 5 0 2 / 8 8 4 1 9 7 1 Try writing your own song or rhyme to help yourself remember. Derivatives of the major system are used by some of the best mnemonists in the world. This extraordinarily complex technique involves substituting each digit or group of digits for a corresponding word that is phonetically similar, and eventually building a story or a series of linkages out of those words. | Write out sentences in "pilish. Write poems in pilish. Rhyme to memorize. Try learning the major system. |
Lie down on a fitness mat. Lie with your back flat on the ground, legs together and knees bent. Keep in mind that this movement is not recommended for anyone who has ever had a back problem. This movement can be made easier by placing your hands and arms lower on your body (crossing arms in front of your chest) or harder, by placing your hands and arms past your head (arms extended above your head). With your knees remaining bent, turn at your waist and bring both of your legs to one side of your body, down to the floor. Your legs should be lying on top of each other. As you bring your legs down to the floor, keep your shoulder blades and the upper part of your back flat on the floor. Place your hands behind or at the sides of your head. Flex your abdominal muscles, and lift your shoulders off the floor. Be sure to keep your shoulders straight and level just as you would for a normal crunch. Hold the position for a moment, then release your constricted abdominal muscles to slowly bring your shoulders back down to the mat. Do not pull at your head and neck to complete the crunch. Your hands are merely resting near your head as you contract your abdominal muscles to lift yourself up and crunch. Once you have completed one set of crunches on one side of your body (about 10–15 reps), turn your legs over to do the crunches on other side of your body. It's recommended to do this exercise 1–3 sets on each side, 2–3 times a week. | Lie down on the floor. Turn your legs to one side. Crunch to your side. Complete your crunches on the other side of your body. |
It might be scary or intimidating, but put all of your thoughts and feelings on the table. If you really like this boy, tell her. If he's hinted or flat out told you that he returns those feelings, tell her. While it may hurt your friend at first, it will feel worse if she feels like you’ve lied or left her in the dark. This is especially important if this is a very close friend that you share everything with. If you start a relationship with this guy secretly, she will automatically be distrustful or resentful of it, and you could really hurt her feelings. When you have a crush on someone and the feeling is returned, it feels pretty awesome; however, try to imagine or remember what it's like when those feelings aren't returned. Recognize that your friend may feel really down in the dumps, and take care not to gloat or shove your happiness in her face. When you are with her, remember that it's okay to talk about your crush, but don't let him be the only thing you talk about. If she is hurt the crush might be a sore topic. You need to decide this before going into the conversation. It's entirely up to you to decide how to proceed in this situation. You can tell her that you really like this guy, you want to date him, but you won't go forward with it unless you have her blessing. Alternatively, you can tell her that you plan on pursuing a relationship with him, and you’d like her support. Evaluate the consequences (both good and bad) of dating your crush before you decide what to do. Think about how this might impact your relationship with your friend, and if you like this guy enough to risk straining, harming, or even ending your friendship. Is this just a casual crush or someone you can see getting serious with? Think about your friend's personality — does she have a hard time moving on from things? Is she the type who would see this as a betrayal, or be sad for a little while and then bounce back? Weigh the pros and cons of pursuing this relationship so you can go into the conversation with your friend with eyes wide open. If you tell your friend that you will not date him unless she's comfortable with it, you need to stick to that. Keep in mind that if your friend disapproves of your relationship, it can cause a major strain on it. At the end of the day, it is your life. If you want to date your crush with or without your friend's approval, you can; however, you should be prepared for the consequences to your friendship. You can still be caring toward your friend even if you decide to date your crush without her approval. You could say, “I really care about you and our friendship, and I’m excited about possibly dating John. I hope that you can eventually be happy for me. I will not let my dating life get in the way of our friendship.” Whether she is angry, upset, or jealous, she is still your friend. You do not have to change your plans based on her emotions, and you do not have to agree with everything she says, but you should be a kind person. Remember, she is probably hurt that her crush has chosen you. Be gentle, honest, and loving while she heals from rejection. This is particularly important if she's been a long-term, loyal friend. Your crush may be really great, but your friend is too. It's OK (and human!) to want relationships with both, but take care not to neglect your friend for this guy. | Be honest about the situation. Put yourself in her shoes. Tell her what you plan to do. Respect your friend’s emotions. |
First, get into a staggered stance. Second, lower your body and take a step with your dominant foot. Third, fall to your dominant leg's knee and drag your non-dominant leg in front of your body. Finally, come to a knee with your non-dominant leg extended in front of you. If you are a right handed, you should end up on your right knee. The drop step is a move which allows you to penetrate your opponent's defenses and move in close to them. At this point, you’ll begin to grapple and attempt to pin them. Start from your staggered stance, then move towards your partner with a drop step. Your leading leg should be on the inside of your partners legs and your non-dominant leg should be on the outside. Your right hand should be grasped onto the back of your opponent's left thigh and your left hand should be on the back of their right thigh. Once your hands are in place, stand up and dig your head into your opponents hip. Try to drive them off balance. If you are not strong enough to topple your opponent in a single move, you can still drive your opponent with your head on his hip. They will eventually lose their balance and fall. Identify which of your opponent's legs is closest to you. Stay low, and perform a drop step to move in close to the leg. Wrap both arms around the leg, and clasp your hands so they’re locked together. (This part of the move is called the “shot.”) To take your opponent down, stand up and push your head into your opponent's chest. At the same time, lift your opponent's leg so they’re standing on only 1 foot (0.30 m). From here you can exert more pressure on the opponent's raised leg to topple them over backwards. This is a standard takedown move that all wrestlers should master, although it's more difficult than the double-leg takedown. Once you’ve performed a takedown (or after you’ve countered an opponent with a sprawl), you’re ready to pin them. Begin this move when your opponent is face-down on the mat. Move your dominant arm beneath one of your opponent's arms, so it's threaded through their armpit. Set the palm of your dominant hand on the back of the opponent's neck, and push their head down into the mat. Then use your arm to lift up the opponent's should so they’re immobile. To prevent your opponent from standing up, move your body to the side of their and use your weight to pin their legs down. | Practice your drop steps to get inside your opponents’ defenses. Learn the double-leg takedown. Train to perform a single-leg takedown. Pin your opponent to the mat with a half nelson. |
Anyone can be invited to church, but some people are easier to reach out to than others. The people closest to you are probably aware of your faith, and may even be curious about it. For this reason, you may want to think carefully about which people in your life are most likely to be open to attending church. Family members are the most likely to know about your faith, and may have questions or a sincere desire to share in your weekly worship. Extended family are a good branching out point after you've reached out to your immediate relatives. This may include uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins. These individuals know and trust you, and may be open to joining you and your family for worship. Close friends are another good branching out point. You most likely have a close bond of intimacy and trust that can help you invite these individuals to share in your faith. Neighbors may be ideal people to approach. These individuals know and trust you. They also live in close proximity to you, which means they probably live in close proximity to your place of worship. Coworkers and classmates are a big jump from family,friends, and neighbors. These individuals may not know you very well, which means you may have to work harder to gain their trust and recognize their needs for faith or community. Strangers will be very difficult to invite to church. These individuals do not know you or have any kind of relationship with you. You may assume someone you meet is in need of faith or a spiritual community, but it can be hard to appeal to that person's needs if they don't already know you on some level. The easiest non-Christians to invite to church are those who have undergone a significant life experience recently. Religion and faith bring people comfort during tumultuous life events, especially in the wake of any kind of loss or change. Some life events that may offer an opportunity to invite someone to church include: the death of a loved one a recent relocation/change of residency a new job or school a recent marriage the recent birth of a child a recent divorce family problems a major illness (either for the individual herself or someone she knows) As part of your regular prayers, consider asking for God's guidance as you seek out people to invite to church. You may want to ask that God guide you to individuals who are most in need of faith, or you may simply want to ask for guidance in recognizing and capitalizing on ideal opportunities. You can also pray for inspiration and eloquence, so that God will guide you to offer the best invitation you're capable of. Any social event could be an opportunity. For example, attending your children's sporting events could put you in touch with other parents who might be looking for a good church to take their own kids to. If you spend a lot of time volunteering somewhere (say, for example, a hospital), you may want to consider inviting people you meet at your volunteer site. Let your selfless volunteer work be an example of the faith principles you live by, and be a positive ambassador for Christ. If you're inviting a non-Christian to church, it may be difficult to immediately win that individual over. She may have preconceived notions of what church is supposed to be like (which may be unappealing to her), or she may simply have no initial desire to be a part of a faith group. For this reason, it may be easier to invite a non-churchgoer incrementally by first inviting her to social functions and working your way up to mass. Try socializing with the individual a little. Invite her to coffee or lunch, and show a sincere interest in whatever is going on in that person's life. Invite the individual to a church function. If your church has a donation drive, ask if she'd like to be a part of the effort. You might also try inviting the individual to a potluck dinner or a bingo event. Work your way towards inviting the individual to an actual church service. Try using some special occasion for your invitation, like a holiday service, a mass with a children's choir, or a mass with some type of special music (like a folk choir). This can be a good icebreaker for attending church, as it shows the individual something fun and engaging while also welcoming that individual into the community. Remember to respect the individual's choice. If she does not want to go, or if she goes and does not like church, that's okay. You can take comfort in the fact that you extended an invitation to a non-churchgoer, and you've been a good ambassador for your faith. Just be sure to continue to show that individual respect and love. | Identify those in need of church. Recognize life changes. Pray for guidance and opportunities. Offer an invitation. |
The intake damper is located at the bottom of the smoker, where the fuel is. It controls how much oxygen reaches the fire. You can open and close it however much is necessary. The exhaust damper is located near the top of the smoker. It helps pull the oxygen through the fire. It also allows the gases, heat, and smoke to leave the smoker. You should always leave the exhaust damper open least partway in order to maintain airflow. This setting may vary from recipe to recipe, but in general, it lays between 450 and 550 °F (232 and 288 °C). In order to get the smoker this hot, you need to open the intake damper all the way to allow the most oxygen in. The more you close the intake damper, the cooler the smoker will become. To get a medium heat range of 350 to 450 °F (177 to 232 °C), leave the intake damper open halfway. To get a low heat range of 250 to 350 °F (121 to 177 °C) leave the intake damper open a quarter of the way. Some recipes call for a low heat or a slow smoke. This usually converts to 225 to 275 °F (107 to 135 °C). In order to get the smoker this cool, you should leave the intake damper open an eighth to a quarter of the way. If the bottom vent is closed all the way and the temperature is still too hot, try closing the top vent a little--not all the way. You can also try removing some fuel with metal tongs. Never dose coals inside the smoker with water. On the other hand, if the smoker is running too cool, you can try opening the exhaust vent more. Still having trouble increasing airflow? Prop the lid open a little. | Locate the intake damper. Locate the exhaust damper. Open the intake damper all the way to generate high heat. Open the damper a quarter or halfway to get low or medium heat. Open the damper up to a quarter of the way to get a low, slow smoke. Adjust the exhaust damper if adjusting the intake damper doesn't help. |
Mix 1 part baking soda and 2 parts cold water in a large bowl to make your cleaning solution. The chemical properties of baking soda make it an effective and affordable stain removing option. Using a clean cloth, apply your solution to the stained area of your upholstery. You should let it sit for 30 minutes before attempting to rinse the stain. Using a cloth thoroughly dampened with cold water, rinse the remaining solution from your upholstery. Rinse thoroughly with dabbing motions until you have removed as much of the stain as possible. Use a dry towel to blot the remaining moisture, absorb and removing it from the fabric of your upholstery. | Make a baking soda solution. Apply the solution. Rinse the stained area. Dry the area. |
Admitting mistakes is hard but the good news is, it isn't necessary to linger on them. Once you've acknowledged your mistakes, quickly shift to ways you can correct your behavior or improve outcomes in the future. Mistakes can be seen as the stepping stones to success. Set realistic goals. You aren't likely to change anything overnight, so set a series of manageable goals that progress you toward your goal. Achieving these smaller goals will provide ongoing boosts to your self-esteem and prevent feeling hopeless when change doesn't happen immediately. You can't change others, so focusing on their faults will not be a productive use of your time. Focusing your energy on trying to change others is likely to result in feelings of frustration and resentment. You can choose to focus on the things you like about others. If you struggle to find value in another, as is, you may want to reconsider your relationship with that person. Your energy may be better spent establishing new relationships. If you struggle to find value in any of your relationships, you should evaluate your expectations. By helping others you will create opportunities for others to express gratitude for you. This will help you find meaning and purpose. Serving others will also shift your focus from your struggles to the struggles of others, helping you to acknowledge your strengths and distract you from your own problems. Getting involved with organizations dedicated to a cause you care about or volunteering in your community are excellent ways to serve others. Serving others is also another opportunity to engage socially with others. Life rarely happens exactly as we plan, so plan for challenges. Create a plan of action for implementing the strategies you've found the most effective, when you begin to feel frustrated by unexpected turns of events. This will allow you to still feel in control, even when things go wrong. Try writing down your plan for dealing with setbacks, and display it some place you'll see it often, like on the fridge or above your desk. This will help you to be more aware when you start to feel frustrated and quickly implement the plan. | Focus on how you've changed and work to continue to change. Accept others just the way they are. Make yourself useful. Be prepared for set backs. |
If you are woken up by snoring in the middle of the night, don't get frustrated--that will make it even harder to get back to sleep. Instead, help yourself relax with some soothing, repetitive tricks. Do not check the time on your phone. Not only might this frustrate you (“It's 3 in the morning?!”), but the bright light from your phone could make you even more alert. Instead, try closing your eyes and taking a few deep, soothing breaths. Think about channeling the air into your lower abdomen rather than your stomach. If you think of snoring as an annoyance, it is more likely to bother you. Try to think of the sound as a soothing noise that can lull you to sleep. This may help you remain calm when you wake up in the middle of the night. Try to listen closely to snoring and pay attention to its rhythm. The very source of your troubles can actually help you fall back asleep. It may take some practice before this method works, so have patience. It may be awhile before you learn to embrace the sound of snoring. If you can't fall back asleep, try moving to a different room. If you have a guest room, sleep there. You can also try sleeping on the sofa for a night. If you're in a romantic relationship with someone who snores, it may help to arrange to sleep in different rooms at least some nights of the week. Snoring can be an embarrassing habit, so be gentle with your partner or whoever you’re sharing the room with. Explain that a couple good nights of rest will have you energetic enough to help them stop snoring for good! | Cope effectively when snoring wakes you. Change how you think about the sound. Consider moving to a different room. |
Olive oil (and other cooking oils like canola oil, peanut oil, etc.) work just as well as water for making a salt paste. They also provide a few side benefits on top of this — for instance, they're good natural moisturizers and leave skin feeling soft and smooth. Some also find that oils give their skin a healthy, attractive "glow." Note, however, that oils aren't always a wise idea. If you have naturally oily skin already, adding extra oil may cause blemishes, for instance. Acetone is a chemical solvent used to dissolve certain types of adhesives and plastic compounds. Using acetone in your paste instead of water will make most types of super glue dissolve much faster than normal. However, care must be taken — acetone can be harsh on dry or delicate skin, so use it in moderation and follow up with a moisturizer. Acetone is found in most (but not all) nail polish removers. Check the ingredients label on a bottle of nail polish remover before using it — non-acetone products may not work as well. Laundry detergent is great for working away at dried-on super glue. However, you won't want to substitute it for the water in the method above. Instead, add a drop of detergent to a small amount of water in a bowl (no more than 1-2 tablespoons) and mix salt into this. Use the resulting soapy paste to break down the super glue. Rinse well with water when you're done. Leftover soapy residue on your hands can make its way into your next meal if you don't wash your hands. While this is unlikely to be dangerous, it can make you sick. The salt rub in the method above can be a great homemade beauty product even if you don't have super glue on your hands. Rubbing clean skin gently with the rub removes the top layer of dead cells, leaving your skin looking fresh and healthy. Best of all, since the only ingredients are salt and water (or oil), this DIY exfoliating scrub stores well. Just keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dark place and the paste should keep for months. | Try using olive oil with the salt. Use acetone to dissolve the glue. Apply laundry detergent. Use the salt rub as an exfoliator. |
Contractors are hired by companies, educational institutions, non-profit organizations and other entities to perform finite, specific tasks. Figure out what you do well that has value in the marketplace. Professions that typically perform contract work include: Graphic designers Massage therapists Hair stylists Writers and editors Carpenters Sometimes you will be negotiating fees with specific clients, but in general you need to figure out what your services are worth and how little or much you need to charge to make a living. Find out what others who offer similar services are charging, and place yourself in that range based on your experience. Use online tools like the NACE and Glassdoor salary calculators to figure out how much contractors in your field typically make. Don't lowball your prices. You can always negotiate lower rates if clients balk, but no one will offer to pay you more than you ask for. Each client will have different needs. A contract agreement will guarantee that you discuss the most essential information with each client. Include details such as: A description of your services Your fee Payment policy Any information that will legally protect you and ensure the client of your reliability. Include your name, address, phone number and email address at the top. Date each invoice and assign an invoice number. Indicate the name and address of the client. Describe the services delivered and your fee. Include instructions about acceptable methods of payment and the payment due date. | Identify the skills and expertise you can offer. Decide on your prices. Create a contract template. Develop an invoice. |
Not every company allows you to check your work email outside of the office, and many companies have special requirements for accessing the mail server. Contact your IT department to find out if accessing mail from your BlackBerry is allowed and if there are any special instructions. If your company uses BlackBerry Enterprise Cloud Services, your IT department will need to handle the device activation and account authorization. You can find this on your Home screen. This will list the accounts currently connected to your BlackBerry. This will allow you to add a new account to your BlackBerry. You can use this for Exchange servers or Office 365 for Business accounts. Your BlackBerry will attempt to automatically connect to your Exchange server or Office 365 for Business account. If your BlackBerry cannot connect to your work email account, you'll need to contact your IT department and check if you need special instructions. | Contact your IT department. Open the Settings menu on your BlackBerry. Select the "System Settings" section and then tap "Accounts." Tap the "Add account" button. Select "Email, Calendar, and Contacts" from the list of account types. Enter your email address and password. |
Use a damp cloth to gently wipe away any sticky or yucky spots on the watch head. Wipe both the front and back of the watch head. Do not remove the cover over the watch face. The cover exists to prevent dirt and rust from affecting the watch face. Unless you know for sure that doing so is appropriate for your watch, do not dunk your watch head directly in soapy water or another cleaning agent. Even water-resistant watches often need to be tested or have their seals changed before being exposed to water. Consult manufacturer directions to learn more about your watch's water-resistant properties. If you feel your watch head is still unclean after being wiped down, you can give it a deeper cleaning with a soft-bristled toothbrush. Dip a soft-bristled toothbrush into soapy water. Apply the bristles of the toothbrush to the watch face and move the brush in a gentle, circular motion across the face of the watch. Repeat on the back side. If your watch face has markings or crystals on it, use a cotton swab to clean it. Dip the cotton swab in rubbing alcohol or soapy water and move the tip of it in a gentle, circular motion across the watch face. | Wipe the watch head. Avoid submerging your watch head. Scrub the watch head. Use extra caution with decorative watches. |
You cannot machine wash or hand wash suede slippers by submerging them. If you spill something on the suede, use a clean towel to blot and wipe at the spill. If the suede is waterproof, then you can use a damp towel to wipe at the spill. If not, stick with a dry towel. If the spill can stain the suede and you know the towel treatment alone will not suffice, then use a suede cleaning kit on the exterior. A suede cleaning kit will come with a stain eraser and a small, stiff suede brush with which to work in the eraser. A suede brush, nail file, or soft-textured sandpaper can also remove mud or scuff marks. This will also return the nap texture to the suede. Once the exterior of the slippers is clean, consider applying a suede-safe waterproofing spray to make cleaning them easier in the future. Baby wipes allow you to scrub out the slippers without wetting the suede. This works for both cotton and fleece-lined interiors. Baby wipes are low in moisture and have a mild detergent. Use a couple of them to work the inside of the slippers until you stop seeing the grime staining them. You can alternatively dampen a washcloth and dab just a drop or two of wool detergent or another mild soap such as baby shampoo on the washcloth before using it to scrub the soft insides of the slippers. Once cleaned out, use a clean, damp washcloth to wipe out the insides. Remove any leftover detergent. Baby wipes are mild enough that this might not be necessary, but it will be if you use the couple drops of wool detergent or baby shampoo. You do not want to apply heat to suede slippers, so you’ll simply have to give them plenty of time to air dry before you wear them again. Wads of newspaper are actually a great way to absorb moisture without using heat, so you can stuff the insides with balled up newspaper to help dry them out more quickly. | Wipe with a towel. Use a suede cleaning kit. Use a baby wipe on the interior. Use a clean damp washcloth to wipe out the detergent. Allow them to air dry. |
Many people think of play as a childhood indulgence; however, play is how people unwind, learn new skills, and relax. Make play a priority by keeping it in your daily schedule. Find a chunk of time to play. Look for times in the day where you're not doing much of anything. Maybe you find yourself mindlessly browsing the Internet between six and seven each night after dinner. You could use this time to play. Engage in a form of play you enjoy. You can play video games online for an hour, play a game on your mobile phone with a friend, or any other form of play you enjoy. Games can be a lot of fun, and spending time with people you like can add to their enjoyment. Find time to schedule game nights with your friends. You can play physical games. Board games, card games, and things like charades can be a great way to pass the time. You can also play games like kickball, softball, or touch football. You could even invite friends over for a late-night game of flashlight tag. You can also play things like video games or computer games. Invite a group of friends over to play on your new game system, for example. Music can make you feel good and increase the amount of fun you have in your day-to-day life. Play music during the day. It can make average activities feel playful and fun. Play music while you're doing things like cooking and cleaning. This may encourage you to move and dance a little as you do chores, making them feel more like a game than work. Dance. Even if you're not the world's greatest dancer, many people gain simple pleasure from dancing alone from time to time. Games often spark a competitive side. You may also have a tendency to see games as a means to an end. You may want to become the best card player, or the best at baseball. While it's great to try to improve yourself, try to see play as enjoyable in and of itself. Focus on the joy you get over winning or losing. Loosen up about criteria. Games always have ways to judge players, which can spark feelings of insecurity. Try to abandon these feelings when you play. Remember, the point is not to be the best. It's to have fun. Let go of fear. Many people struggle to enjoy games because of insecurity. Keep in mind that, when playing, everyone is putting themselves out there and acting a little out of character. No one will judge you for doing the same. | Block out time for play each day. Play games with others. Involve music in playful activities. Focus on playing just for fun. |
Henna is a plant-based powder that has been used for centuries to dye hair, skin, nails, and much more. Although the powder is green, henna will naturally dye your hair a reddish-orange. Mix about three tablespoons (45 grams) of henna powder with enough boiling water to form a thick paste. Then, let the mixture sit in a cool, dark place for about 12 hours. When the mixture is ready, put on disposable gloves and apply it to your hair with a tint brush. Pile your hair on top of your head and wrap it in plastic wrap. Let sit for at least one hour, and for as long as four hours for a more intense color. Rinse with water and a gentle conditioner when your time is up. To add red tints to your hair, try beet or carrot juice. For deep reds and strawberry blonds, use beet juice. For a more orange-red color, go with carrot juice. All you have to do is add about a cup of juice to your hair. If your hair is dry, you can add in a splash of coconut oil to condition your hair at the same time. Beet and carrot juice be used to create deeper and more purple tones in your hair. When you finish, wrap your hair in a towel or shower cap and let the juice sit for about an hour. Wear older clothing and gloves while you wait, as these juices can stain easily. Beet stains, especially, are difficult to get out. Rinse the juice out after an hour. If you want a darker color, repeat the process the next day. Open a fresh can of tomato juice. Reserve about two cups (16 ounces) of juice and refrigerate the rest for other uses. Either dip your fingers into the juice and then massage the juice into your hair and roots, or apply the juice to your hair with a tint brush. When all your hair is saturated, pile it on top of your head or twist your hair up and secure it with a clip or bobby pins. Cover your hair with a shower cap or plastic. Let it sit for 30 minutes, and then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Repeat weekly for best results. If you already have reddish hair, using tea can enhance your natural color. It will not, however, create a red tinge on its own. Use rooibos tea if you want to enhance your natural red shades. Other effective herbs and flowers to use for red hair include calendula (marigold) flowers, hibiscus, and rose hips. Use 3 to 5 teabags in two cups of water. Let cool, and then apply to your hair. You can mix the tea in with conditioner or simply add it on its own. You should let the tea sit in your hair for at least an hour. For a darker color, leave the tea in longer. Then, rinse out thoroughly. Alternative: Steep the herbs in the water until it has cooled to room temperature. Transfer to a spray bottle and apply as before. Wrap your hair in plastic and rinse with water after an hour. Repeat weekly. Herbs can be used to create a reddish color for your hair. However, this is a slower method. You'll need to apply herbs over time to bring out your desired shade. Use 2 cups of water, half a cup of calendula flowers, and 2 tablespoons of hibiscus petals. You can buy herbs at a health food store or purchase them online. Add the herbs to boiling water and let simmer for at least an hour. Strain the flowers and then store the remaining water in the fridge. Every day, use the mixture as your final rinse in the shower. Repeat this process until you reach your desired hair color. Then, rinse your hair with the herbs every few days to maintain the color. | Give henna a try. Use beet or carrot juice. Give your hair a richer red with tomato juice. Try tea. Apply herbal treatments. |
The easiest way to tell the difference between crocodiles and alligators is to look at their snouts. Alligators have a wide, rounded, "U"-shaped snouts with larger noses, whereas crocodiles have longer, thinner, pointed "V"-shaped snouts and smaller noses. Alligator snouts are also shorter than crocodile snouts. The broad snouts that alligators have give them more strength than crocodiles. They can crush hard shelled prey, such as turtles, much easier than crocodiles can. Crocodiles tend to eat more fish and mammals. The crocodile's upper and lower jaws are nearly the same width, so the teeth are exposed all along the jaw line in an interlocking pattern, even when the mouth is closed. An alligator, on the other hand, has a wider upper jaw, so when its mouth is closed the teeth in the lower jaw fit into sockets of the upper jaw, hidden from view. Only the teeth of the upper jaw are exposed along the lower jaw line. Alligators' upper jaws are wider than their lower jaws, so the upper jaw overlaps the lower jaw. Because of this, the teeth in the lower jaw are hidden when their mouth closes. Crocodiles' upper and lower jaws are approximately the same width, so their upper and lower teeth interlock when their mouth shuts. This causes some of their teeth to show when their mouth closes. They'll almost look like they're smiling, as the fourth tooth on each side of the lower jaw sticks up over the upper lip. Alligators tend to have a darker skin than crocodiles do. Crocodiles normally have lighter skin, usually in the colours of olive green or brown. Alligators usually have darker, blackish-grey skin. Crocodiles are also longer than alligators. On average, full grown crocodiles are 5.8 meters, whereas full grown alligators are 3.4 meters. On average, full grown alligators weigh 800-1,000lbs. Crocodiles can grow to be a bit larger and weight between 1,000-2,000lbs. The average lifespan of alligators is 30-50 years, and the average lifespan of crocodiles is 70-100 years. Most crocodiles have a fringe type appearance on their hind legs and feet that alligators do not. Also, alligators have webbed feet, and crocodiles do not. | Look at the snout. Pay attention to the teeth. Observe their bodies. Look at the difference in their legs and feet. |
The very first "move" you will learn as a figure skater will almost always be how to move backwards. This is a lead in to many figure skating elements and is an important skill to learn and master. It takes coordination and practice but be patient: you'll get it. For the basics on how to move backwards, imagine reversing the motions of moving forward. With your weight on one foot, make a motion with your other foot like you're drawing a lemon in the ice, pushing yourself backwards and you round the curve of the "lemon". Making sharp turns, or even just the gentle turn of the skating rink, is an important skill for a figure skater. Another early skill you will learn is how to do slightly more complex ways of making turns than the simple way you probably learned on your own.There are two common methods for doing turns that you will learn early on: Forward crossovers are used for making large turns and building up momentum for jumps. Essentially, you will make the same motions that you do to move forward, but your legs will cross each other, slowly turning you. You can also do this same move backwards, although you should start with the forward movement. The three turn is another method of turning, used for doing sharp turns and changes of direction. This is more complex but still very doable for a beginner. ry learning spins. There are many different kinds of spins in figure skating and several of them are not as hard as they look. You'll probably be ready to do spins after about a year's worth of mastering the other moves. A basic spin is done by spinning in a circle in one place. A camel spin is done by spinning with one leg and your upper body parallel to the ice. There are some series of movements or tricks that are standard in figure skating. This is called footwork and usually consists of a set of turns, spins, and jumps. Different sequences have different names and you'll want to learn some of the most basic sequences. Examples include the mohawk and the waltz three turn. | Learn how to move backwards. Learn how to turn. . Learn basic sequences. |
Once you have completed a draft of the story in the first person, read it out loud. Listen to how each sentence sounds in the narrative. Notice if you repeat “I” too often or in every sentence. Pay attention to the voice of the first person narrator and note if it feels consistent throughout the piece. You should also pay attention to the tense in the story. Make sure the story does not shift from present to past tense or vice versa. It should stay in the same tense the entire time. As you polish and revise the story, make sure your word choice and language is strong. Look for any words that you can replace with more unique terms. Check for any language that does not feel as clear or concise as it could be. Make sure your word choice and language suit the first person narrator in the story. You should show your draft to others and get their feedback. Ask friends and peers to read the first person narrative. Have them give you feedback and apply their critiques to the story to make it stronger. You may also show the story to a writing group to get their criticisms and critiques. Be open to the feedback of others and use it to improve the first person narrator in your story. | Read the piece out loud. Tighten up the word choice and language. Show the piece to others. |
Puppies are ripe for training and most thrive under a kind and productive training system. Even puppies that are less than a few months old can learn commands successfully. It is easier to let a dog know it can't go somewhere before it ever does, versus teaching it after it has enjoyed the area already. While training your dog to stay in designated areas, it's a good idea not to leave it alone with the temptation and ability to break the rules. This is basically just setting your pooch up for failure. Make sure the area is inviting and fun for the dog. Have some toys and enough space to play, so that the pup doesn't need to look for other areas to explore. You can also designate an area where your dog can dig, if that is what they are doing in your flower beds. Make your dog's digging area appealing to them. Encourage them to play there, letting them tear up the area as much as they like. Prevent your dog from digging in the soil by placing chicken wire, large rocks, or a plastic membrane over the earth. Scolding the dog could teach them to go into the flower bed for attention. The owner needs to be more subtle, such as distracting the dog and then rewarding the dog for the good behavior. When the dog isn't there, you can either spray it around the bed. Don't spray directly at the dog. It may not be clear to the dog why it is being sprayed and what behavior you would like it to stop in response to the spraying. Spraying repellant when the dog is there is going to teach the dog to avoid you, rather than the flower bed. You need to be consistent with your disapproval, never letting the dog wander into the flower beds without facing negative consequences. Also be consistent with your praise when a dog follows your command. Give it positive reinforcement with treats if need be. This will give your dog a good reason to do as you ask. Keeping your dogs out of your flower beds will require persistence. No dog will get the message that you don't want him or her in your flowers right away. Just try to make it as clear and consistent as possible. Above all, keep playing with your dogs and let them know you love them, even if they do dig up your prized petunias once in a while. | Start training your dog at a young age. Let your dog know that the flower beds are off limits as soon as you can. Have a designated area where your dog can play and roam. Don't scold your dog when he or she tries to enter the flower beds. Try a commercial dog repellant. Be consistent. Hang in there! |
Cloze test is widely adopted in language exams to evaluate students' language proficiency.", 'In this paper, we propose the first large-scale human-designed cloze test dataset CLOTH in which the questions were used in middle-school and high-school language exams.With the missing blanks carefully created by teachers and candidate choices purposely designed to be confusing, CLOTH requires a deeper language understanding and a wider attention span than previous automatically generated cloze datasets.We show humans outperform dedicated designed baseline models by a significant margin, even when the model is trained on sufficiently large external data.We investigate the source of the performance gap, trace model deficiencies to some distinct properties of CLOTH, and identify the limited ability of comprehending a long-term context to be the key bottleneck."In addition, we find that human-designed data leads to a larger gap between the model's performance and human performance when compared to automatically generated data. | A cloze test dataset designed by teachers to assess language proficiency |
If you’re new to smoking bongs, take a seat near a table or stand so you can set the bong down if you start coughing. Sit near an open window if you don't want the room to fill with smoke. Make sure the area you're sitting in is free of any flammable objects. Wrap your hand around the smoke chamber (the long section that connects the mouthpiece and the water chamber) or hold the bong from the bottom. Make sure you have a good grip before you light it. Breathe using your diaphragm (the muscle below your lungs). Filling your body with oxygen will make it easier to inhale all the smoke from the bong, and you won't cough as much. Your lips should be inside the mouthpiece and the rim of the mouthpiece should be pressed against the area around your mouth. Make sure there aren't any gaps so the smoke doesn't escape. Use a regular pocket lighter. Hold the lighter so it's vertical and light it with your thumb. Keep your other fingers wrapped around the lighter so they don't get burned. Position the flame so you're only burning the edge of the cannabis in the bowl. This will help the cannabis in the bowl last longer. Hold the flame on the edge of the cannabis. | Get into a comfortable position with the bong. Hold the bong with your non-dominant hand. Take a few deep breaths. Put your mouth on the mouthpiece. Light the lighter with your free hand. Tilt the lighter on its side and bring the flame to the bowl. |
Always choose clear molds whenever possible—this makes it easier to tell when your chocolates are done. In terms of size, select whatever mold you'd prefer. Just remember that larger molds take longer to cool. Invest in custom molds to create your own shapes and designs! Never use a metal mold. Remove small bite-sized chocolate molds in about 5 minutes and standard molds in around 10. Leaving the mold in the freezer is nothing to worry about—it's much better than taking it out too early. If you can't freeze your chocolate, refrigerate it for about 15 to 30 minutes (the former for small molds and the latter for standard molds). However, remember that freezing "quick-cools" the chocolate, which makes the pieces easier to remove. Before trying to remove your chocolate pieces from the mold tray, make sure that they have properly contracted and dried. For clear molds, check the underside and make sure the chocolate doesn't look wet. If your mold isn't clear, gently touch the surface of the chocolate while wearing candy handling gloves. Purchase candy handling gloves from kitchen stores and online suppliers. After removing the mold tray from the freezer, gently tap it against a clean towel spread across a flat surface. If the chocolate cooled properly, the pieces should fall out immediately. For chocolates that don't fall out, gently tap the back of each mold. If you used a refrigerator to cool your chocolate, you might have to push each chocolate piece out of the mold from behind the tray. Use a paper towel to gently remove any moisture from the chocolate pieces. Always clean your mold while the chocolate is still melted. Clean and rinse it thoroughly with soapy water. If there's any chocolate left, put the mold in the freezer until the problematic chocolate hardens. Afterward, gently tap the mold against a hard flat surface and the chocolate should cleanly fall out. Use this same strategy for squeeze bottles. Always place the container in a dry, cool place, such as a pantry or cupboard. Ambient temperature should be 55 to 70 °F (13 to 21 °C) and humidity should be lower than 50 percent. Never store your chocolate in the refrigerator. | Purchase a plastic candy mold for your chocolates. Place your mold in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes. Check that the chocolate has set before taking them out of the mold. Remove the molded chocolate from the tray. Clean your mold as soon as possible. Store your chocolate in a plastic air-tight container. |
Your parent's alcoholism can affect your own health and well-being. You might worry a lot about your parent's health, their job, or their safety. Keep stress at bay by practicing relaxation techniques and self-care. Try relaxation techniques like guided imagery, meditation, yoga, or deep breathing to fight stress. You might also do self-care activities like massaging away tension, taking a warm bath, or watching your favorite TV show. An alcoholic parent may violate your personal limitations in many ways, such as constantly asking you for money, needing rides from you, or forcing you to lie for them. Know that you have a right to say "no" to this kind of behavior and enforce healthy boundaries. By keeping firm boundaries, you're letting your parent see the consequences of their drinking behaviors. It can help them realize that they need treatment. If law enforcement gets involved, treatment may be offered through the judicial system. For example, you might tell your parent, "This is the last time I'm loaning you money." If they ask again, remind them of your rule and say "no." Another example of a boundary you might set is to refuse to spend time with your parent while they are drinking. Sleep is extra important when you’re dealing with a stressful home environment. Plus, if you're an adolescent, you need adequate sleep to support your growth and development. If you’re having trouble getting the recommended eight to ten hours per night, start a bedtime routine. For instance, if you stay up late on your phone or computer, shut them off at least an hour before bed. Instead, do some reading, work on a crossword puzzle or listen to soft music. If your parent's drinking keeps you up often at night, tell another adult. You need to be able to sleep restfully through the night without worrying about your parent. Exercise is really great at helping you fight stress and support your emotional well-being. The endorphins, or chemicals, released when you exercise may even lift your mood if you’re feeling down. Try to do at least 30 minutes of exercise on most days of the week. If you don't participate in physical education or sports at school, try going for a walk or run around the block with your dog or turn up the music and dance in your room. If you're an adult, try signing up for a gym membership to keep yourself active. It can feel good to release all your frustrations about what's happening at home with your parent. Write down what you’re going through in a journal. If you have a hard time journaling, write as if you’re explaining your day to a good friend. This journal doesn't have to be pen-and-paper. You can keep one on the computer, a tablet, your phone, or even online. If writing doesn't help, try drawing what you feel instead. These can be comics, illustrations, or scribbles. The stress of an alcoholic parent can wear on you, affecting your physical health and academic or job performance. Before things start to unravel, reach out and talk to a counselor. This professional is trained to help you cope with stress and find better ways of managing in school or work. If you are a student, you may be able to make an appointment with your school counselor. If you are an adult, get an appointment through your job by talking to human resources or ask your family doctor for a referral. Get support and ideas for coping by joining Al-Anon (https://al-anon.org/) or Alateen, a nonprofit organization that offers support for people who care about someone with a drinking problem. If you can, it may help to distance yourself from an alcoholic parent. As upsetting as that may be, it may be the only way you can protect your health and well-being. If you're a child, see if you can stay with other relatives or friends for a few days. If you're an adult, limit your visits to give yourself a break from your parent's bad habits. | Develop strategies to fight stress. Set personal boundaries. Get enough sleep. Get regular physical activity. Journal to express your thoughts and feelings. Talk to a counselor. Get some distance. |
This prevents your nose from bumping into that of your partner's while French kissing. Even if you aren't practicing with a person, you should still get into the habit of tilting your head slightly. If you decide to learn to French kiss with another person, you should be direct and let them know that you want to kiss them for practice, not necessarily because you have feelings for them. You can practice french kissing with your hand, a piece of fruit, or even your imagination. If you’re using your hand, curl it loosely to form the letter “O” which represents your partner's lips and mouth. If you’re using fruit, bite into a ripe, firm fruit such as a peach or plum to create a small hole that resembles a person's mouth. Closing your eyes allows you to focus on the physical sensation of the French kiss. Lean in toward your partner, bringing your lips close to theirs. Alternatively, bring your lips close to the piece of fruit or your hand. You should only be an inch (2.5 cm) or so away. You want to start with a soft kiss and test the waters before moving on to a French kiss. Use light pressure and keep your mouth slightly parted. Avoid opening your mouth too wide, which can alarm your partner and result in a wet, sloppy kiss. Your lips should fit into theirs—your top lip can either be above their top lip or in between their lips. Your bottom lip, then, would rest in between their lips or below their bottom lip. If you’re practicing alone, fit your lips gently to your hand or to the piece of fruit. This slow movement allows you to gauge whether your partner is ready to French kiss, and prevents them from being alarmed or surprised at any sudden tongue thrust movements. After kissing them softly on the mouth, slowly stick your tongue out until it meets their lips—it can be the top lip, bottom lip, or both. If you are kissing someone for real and they open their mouth too, move ahead with the French kiss. When practicing by yourself, use light pressure to touch your hand or the piece of fruit with your tongue. The next step is to move your tongue into their mouth slowly and gently. You can put your tongue above or under their tongue, or even move it around a little. Keep it slow and playful. Also, don't go too deep, you only need to put a little bit of your tongue in their mouth. To keep your teeth from clacking together, keep your head tilted slightly to 1 side and use your lips to shield your teeth. If you’re practicing with a piece of fruit of your hand, gently stroke the object with your tongue. These movements may including touching, stroking, curling, and sweeping. When kissing a responsive partner in real life, your kisses will naturally build in intensity, pressure, and length. The key to practicing French kissing is to start slowly, and fall into a natural kissing rhythm with your partner based on their physical responses to your kiss. Less is more when it comes to tongue, so don't be too aggressive! However, don't keep your tongue completely still either, which could be awkward. When practicing alone, experiment with different ways to move your tongue against your hand or the piece of fruit until you find a pattern or method that feels natural. | Tilt your head slightly to 1 side. Close your eyes and slowly move your lips toward your partner. Press your mouth softly against your partner’s. Touch your partner’s lips gently with your tongue. Slide your tongue into their mouth a little bit. Touch your tongue against theirs using slow, gradual movements. |
Cutting the root too close to the tree can cause structural instability and can cause the tree to fall over. Measure the tree trunk's diameter with a tape measure and multiply it by 8. This number is the closest distance from the tree that you can cut the root. For example if your tree has a diameter of 2 feet (60.96 cm) you shouldn't cut the root closer than 16 feet (4.8 meters) from the tree itself. Larger roots are called structural roots and are important in keeping the tree in place. These roots begin at the base of the tree and flare out. Do not cut larger roots 6 inches (152.4mm) to one foot (304.8mm) from the trunk for every inch in diameter that the tree is. You can measure the diameter of the tree by wrapping a tape measure around the tree at chest height. For instance, you shouldn't cut a tree that's 16-inches (406.4mm) in diameter 8 feet (2.4384 meters) to 16 feet (4.8768 meters) from the trunk. When removing large portions of the tree's roots, make sure to wait up to three years before cutting more roots. Removing over 20% of your tree's roots will seriously harm it and could kill it. If you plan on cutting a large portion of the roots from a tree, consider completely removing the tree instead. If you don't feel confident cutting a tree's roots, then you should seek professional guidance before doing so. Arborists from a local cooperative extension will sometimes provide tree root pruning services for a fee. If you'd rather do it yourself, see if you can have them come in for a smaller consultation fee. Arborists will have the equipment and knowledge to safely remove the tree roots for you. | Trace the root that you want to cut back to the tree. Avoid choosing the largest roots. Don't remove more than 20% of your tree's roots. Consult an arborist if you're unsure of yourself. |
Clicking the music note switches iTunes to Music view, which reveals all of the playlists you've created as well as ones Apple provides by default. iTunes orders your playlists along one side of the screen. Clicking the one you want to delete highlights it and shows the songs it contains. If your keyboard has a Delete key, you can delete a playlist by clicking it and pressing Delete. iTunes will ask you to confirm that you want to delete the playlist. Don't worry: deleting a playlist does not delete any songs from your computer, so you can add them to other playlists later. If your mouse only has a single button, holding down Control (sometimes labeled Ctrl) and clicking is the same as right-clicking on a two-button mouse. | Click on the music note near the upper-left corner of the screen. Click the playlist you want to delete. Right-click the playlist and click Delete. |
There's no reason to spend hours and hours at work if you can't get anything done while you're working. Ensure that you're a productive worker by removing any and all distractions that might sidetrack your efforts to get your work done. Some ideas for eliminating some of the most common distractions for workers are listed below: Reduce the distraction of idle noise/chatter at the workplace by using headphones or earplugs or moving to a different work area. Cordially tell the persistent conversationalists that you're busy and will be able to talk when you're done. Alternatively, try placing a sign at your desk or work area politely notifying others not to disturb you. Install productivity add-ons and site-blocking programs to your browser to circumvent the tendency to pursue internet diversions (games, social media, and other time drains). If you're having trouble staying motivated to work hard, deciding on a specific goal and deadline can help you get out of the workday doldrums and focus on the task at hand. When choosing goals, be ambitious, but have a firm grasp of what you can and can't achieve in a given time frame. Setting goals that are out of your reach is setting yourself up for failure, which can cause you to feel like an under-achiever. It is likely that setting goals too high will end up hurting your morale and make it even more difficult to stay motivated in the long run. Sometimes, important projects can seem so large and intimidating that it's difficult to tell where to start. In these cases, it can be helpful to focus on some small but significant aspect of the project and complete this first. Completing this small part of the larger project gives you a sense of achievement that you can use to fuel your motivation as you continue to the rest of the project. You'll also have an idea of which parts of the project are likely to cause problems and can thus dedicate more effort to these things. For example, if you've been tasked with making a half-hour presentation to a group of high-level company employees, you might want to start by focusing on creating a thorough, detailed outline. Though the outline only represents a fraction of the work needed to prepare for the presentation, it can make the rest of the project easier by guiding your creation of slides, talking points, and so on. Leadership is a skill that's desirable in nearly all professions. Supervisors look for employees who have natural leadership abilities when they're looking for employees to reward. Showing leadership at work can get you recognition, more important responsibilities, and even raises and promotions. To demonstrate leadership, make an effort to help others in their duties and to spearhead your own group projects. As noted above, you'll also want to ensure that your leadership is recognized by showing it to others and bringing it up at appropriate opportunities. If you have a reputation as a leader at your workplace, it's usually only a matter of time before you become an actual leader. Below are a few opportunities for leadership: Take advantage to opportunities to train new employees and help them become acquainted with their duties. Design your own project, then, with permission from your supervisors, enlist other employees to help you complete it. Make a point of leading the discussion during group meetings which have no designated leader. | Eliminate distractions while you work. Set ambitious (but realistic) goals. Break big projects down into manageable parts. Try to inspire greatness in others. |
Under running water, rinse them to ensure any dirt particles are off. Cutting these now makes it easier to peel. Use a vegetable peeler to completely peel any outer skin off. Cut them into pieces or sticks so that they can fit the rice cooker appropriately. | Wash them. Cut off the bottom point and top. Peel the food. Slice the carrots. |
If you’re on a mobile device, it's the blue icon with a white “F” on the home screen (iPhone or iPad) or in the app drawer (Android). On a computer, visit https://www.facebook.com and sign in with your username and password. Use this method if you’ve already posted something on your own Facebook timeline and want to add a photo to the post. You can find it on your own timeline, where your posts are displayed in order (with the newest post at the top). To get there, tap or click your profile image at the top left corner of the page. If you’re on a computer, it's the icon that looks like a camera at the bottom left corner of the post. On a smartphone or tablet: Tap the photo you want to upload, then tap Done at the top right corner of the screen. To select more than one photo, just tap as many photos as you’d like. On a computer: Click the photo you want to add, then click Open at the bottom right corner of the window. To select more than one photo press Ctrl (Windows) or ⌘ Command (Mac) as you click each photo. If you’re using a smartphone or tablet, it's at the top right corner of the screen. The photo(s) will now appear in your original post. | Open Facebook. Find the post you want to edit. Tap or click the arrow at the top right corner of the post. Select Edit Post. Tap or click Photo/Video. Select a photo. Tap or click Post. |
The name, address and phone number of the business you are invoicing should appear on the left side of the invoice, below the header. If you are invoicing a person, rather than a business, include that person's name and the address and phone number you have on file for that person. If you don't have an address and phone number for the business or person you are invoicing, include an email address instead. On the right side of the page, across from the recipient's contact information, include the details of your invoice. Write the following information on separate lines on the right side of the page: The invoice number. Type INVOICE: followed by the number. Since you are the one sending the invoice, you may choose the numbering system that works best for you. You can number your invoices numerically (1, 2, 3, 4) or by date (for example, 2010-10-16, for the year, month and day of the invoice). If you choose the latter, you can add "-01" to the end to differentiate between invoices sent on the same day. In any case, make sure you number your invoices in sequential order so you don't confuse yourself. The invoice date. Even if you choose to number your invoice by date, you should clearly write the date on a separate line. The invoice due date. If you have an agreement with the business you are invoicing about when you can expect to get paid, write that date as the due date. If you don't have an agreement, figure out the standard pay-by period in your industry; in most cases, it's 30 to 45 days. Under the invoice information, note whether you will take cash, checks, credit cards, PayPal or some other form of payment. If you charge a late fee, quickly outline this as well, if you haven't outlined it somewhere else already, like in a contract. Include your tax identification number, if applicable. Laws vary by municipality, so be sure you know your local tax code if you are to collect sales tax or some other usage tax, like the hotel tax. | Write the recipient's contact information. Write the invoice number and other invoice information. Specify your payment terms. |
Whether you're purchasing new or used equipment, proper fit is among the most important considerations. Improper or ill-fitting equipment is one of the most common causes of sports-related injury. Always make safety a priority when choosing gear and avoid purchasing a cheaper item that fits poorly just to cut cost. If you're buying equipment for your young athlete, make sure they know how to correctly wear their gear in addition to making sure it fits well. Do your best to instill in them the importance of safety, and remind them that they must put on their protective gear before playing their sport. Making sure your gear is specifically designed for your activity and position will reduce your risk of injury and improve your performance. Whether purchasing new or used equipment, familiarize yourself with your sport's recommended protective gear and know what distinguishes it from examples of similar gear. For example, know the difference between a helmet designed for American football and one meant for baseball. If you're playing baseball, know the difference between a helmet and mask designed for a catcher and one meant for batting. Don't make any big investments if you're not sure you or your child will be playing a specific position. For example, if it's not set in stone that your teen will be the goalie on an ice hockey team, don't spend hundreds of dollars on goalie pads and a stick. When in doubt about proper fit and design, always consult a coach or trainer for a tutorial on how to wear gear and what a proper fit is. For kids and adults alike, it's also wise to get a checkup before signing up for any sports. A doctor will tell you how safe a particular sport is, whether you're a growing child or an adult with potential medical problems. You can also ask your doctor or coach for opinions on where to safely cut costs by buying used gear for your specific sport. | Make sure sure the gear fits properly. Buy gear that's designed for specific sports and positions. Get advice from a coach or medical professional. |
Go to https://www.malwarebytes.com/mac-download/ to prompt the Malwarebytes setup file to download onto your computer, then do the following: Double-click the Malwarebytes PKG file. Verify the software if prompted. Click through the installer, making sure to enter your password when prompted. Wait for Malwarebytes to finish installing, then click Close Click Spotlight, type in malwarebytes, and double-click the Malwarebytes option at the top of the search results. It's in the upper-left corner of the Malwarebytes window. This button is at the bottom of the window. Doing so will prompt Malwarebytes to begin scanning your Mac for malicious software, including the file(s) responsible for the "about:blank" virus. It's on the left side of the window. You'll be able to view the progress of your scan here. Depending on your Mac's speed, this process may take several minutes to complete. It's at the bottom of the Malwarebytes window. This will remove the virus file(s) responsible for the "about:blank" page redirects. | Download and install Malwarebytes if necessary. Open Malwarebytes. Click the Dashboard tab. Click Scan Now. Click the Scan tab. Click Confirm when prompted. |
Even if you’re calling from the United States, there might be a difference in time from your location to Hawaii. Be sure to check the time zones before placing a call, and try to plan the call for a time when people in Hawaii will be available to talk. When calling from a place like Australia or Asia, Hawaii can be nearly 24 hours behind. This means that it can be 7:30 A.M. on a Tuesday in Australia, and 6:30 A.M. on a Monday in Hawaii. Remember to plan accordingly if you need to call someone on a specific day! If possible, let the person you are planning to call that you will be calling at a certain time. If you’re calling from outside of the United States, you’ll need the exit code for your country to tell the phone company where the call is coming from. If you’re not sure of the exit code for your location, search online for your country and the words “exit code.” If you’re calling from a country that is part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP), such as Canada, you do not need an exit code. Some country codes, like “00,” cover many countries, including much of Europe. This tells the phone company that your call is going to the U.S. If you’re calling from anywhere other than the U.S. or Canada, dial 1 directly after the exit code for your country. If you’re calling from the U.S. or Canada, start dialing with the country code, omitting the exit code completely. All islands of Hawaii are covered under the 808 area code, from Kauai to Hawaii (Big Island), which includes the metro cities of the state such as Hilo and Honolulu. Enter 808 into the phone after you’ve dialed the entrance code for the U.S. Be aware that many people who move to Hawaii from the mainland United States will not have the 808 area code for their mobile phone number. Be sure to check first before calling. This number is the specific subscriber number for the person who you want to call. Be sure to dial all 7 digits carefully in order to place yout call. If you’re calling from the U.S. or Canada, you will dial: 1 808 1234567. If you’re calling internationally from Europe, for example, you will dial: 00 1 808 1234567. If you’re calling from Australia, you will dial: 11 1 808 1234567. It can take a moment for a long distance call to connect, so be patient. The phone should begin ringing about 10-15 seconds after you dial the number. If it takes longer, hang up and re-dial the number. If the call won't connect, double check that all of your numbers are correct, including the exit code, country code, area code, and local number. | Check the time difference between your location and Hawaii. Dial the exit code for your country. Enter the country code for the United States (1). Dial the area code for Hawaii (808). Dial the 7-digit local phone number. Wait for the call to connect and begin ringing. |
Depending on what color you want to work with, you may need to add more water to get the desired color. Start with one cup of water per drop of food coloring. Mix well. Try mixing the dye and water into a spray bottle. This will make it easier to apply it to the pet. Make sure her fur is clean and well brushed. Dyeing works better with lighter fur. Cleanliness will help the dye last longer and will look better. Use a food processor or a masher to break down foods into a paste, mush, or powder. If you are using a dry food, try adding a small amount of water (1 tbs) until a desired consistency is reached. For trickier colors to obtain (like blues and purples), try adding the mashed food mixture to baking soda to make a paste. Start with ¼ of a cup of baking soda and add it to your food mixture until desired amount/color is achieved. Unless you want to also dye your hands, make sure you are wearing latex or plastic gloves to protect your own skin. This is easy to do in a few simple steps. Dampen your pet's fur with a spray bottle of water. You do not want to soak the fur, but spray so the fur is damp to the touch. Apply the chalk directly to the damp fur. If you want a lighter color, use less chalk. If you want more or darker color, apply more chalk. Wait for the fur to dry. This will help the color set into the fur. Use a blow dryer (not too hot, try a medium setting) and blow warm air over the chalked fur. This will help the color set and last longer. There are a few tips to make this step go smoother. You can also use cotton swabs and small, clean, paint brushes to get areas around the eyes, ears, mouth, and nose. Apply dye mixture in small areas. Start with an inconspicuous area to test the color. This will also help determine how the she will react to being dyed. Avoid spraying dye into her eyes, mouth, or nose. This could harm the animal and/or agitate it. Apply one color at a time. It is recommended to let one color dry before applying any more near or on top of it. This will stop color from running or mixing together. | Add water to food coloring. Start with a clean pet. Smash or pulverize food. Wear latex gloves. Apply chalk directly to damp fur. Apply the dye using your hands or a spray bottle. |
Babies are more susceptible to contaminants, particularly nitrates. Therefore, if you have a baby, you should be checking your water more frequently, such as quarterly. You should also test the water more often if you have had bacteria in the past. If the water has been contaminated this way before, it may become contaminated again. Aim for quarterly. While checking annually is usually sufficient, you may notice issues that suggest you need to check it again. For instance, if your water starts tasting or looking funny, it's time to test it. You should also test it if people in your house are having stomach issues or if you've had a nearby septic system issue. | Check your water more often if you have a baby in your house. Test more frequently if you've had bacterial problems. Check the water if potential problems creep up. |
Active growth begins when the surface water reaches this temperature. Your lotus needs warm water to grow to its fullest potential. Ideally, the air temperature should be at least 70 °F (21 °C) as well. The lotus will start to send up leaves after a few days in water above 70 °F (21 °C). It blooms after 3 to 4 weeks in water above 80 °F (27 °C). Check your water temperature every other day. If you live in a cooler climate, you may need a heater for your pond to maintain the appropriate temperature. Lotus plants thrive in full sun, requiring at least 5 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. If your pond is partially shaded, you may want to prune or remove surrounding foliage that blocks out the sun. In North America, the lotus typically blooms from mid-June or mid-July through early autumn. The blossoms open early in the morning and start closing mid-afternoon. Individual blossoms last 3 to 5 days, then molt. The process repeats through the remaining months of active growth. If your lotus starts to take over your pond, you can also cut away new growth, but keep in mind it will grow again until the lotus is repotted in spring. Never cut flower or leaf stems below water level. Roots and tubers use stems for oxygen. Pond tablets are fertilizer made especially for aquatic plants. Wait until your tuber has developed at least 6 leaves before fertilizing it, and don't place the fertilizer directly against the tuber itself. Small lotus varieties only need 2 tablets, while larger varieties may need as many as 4. Add fertilizer once every 3 or 4 weeks, stopping in mid-July. If you continue to fertilize your lotus past this point, it won't be able to prepare for dormancy. If you grew your lotus from seed, don't fertilize it during its first year. While pests vary depending on your geographic location, aphids and caterpillars may be attracted to lotus leaves. Applying a small amount of powdered pesticide directly to the leaves will protect your lotus plant from these pests. Liquid pesticides, even organic ones, have oils and detergents that can damage your lotus. Lotus plants can spend the winter in ponds as far north as Michigan or Minnesota as long as the pond is deep enough to protect the tubers from ice. The tuber should at least be below the frost line, a depth that varies depending on where you live. If your pond is relatively shallow, you can remove the container and leave it in a garage or basement until spring. Mulch around any above-ground pots to keep the tubers warm. In early spring, when you spot the first sign of new growth, give your lotus fresh soil and return it to the original container (unless the container is damaged). Replace it in your pond at the same depth it was before. If your lotus took over your pond the previous year, inspect the container for cracks. You may want to get a larger container to better hold the lotus, if it grew over the rim. | Maintain a water temperature of at least 70 °F (21 °C). Keep your lotus in direct sunlight. Prune dying blossoms and yellow or damaged leaves. Use pond tabs to fertilize your lotus. Watch for pests. Move your lotus to deeper water in the fall. Repot the tuber every year. |
Dye fixative will help the dye cling to the fibers in your fabric so the final color looks more vibrant. If you decide to use a dye fixative, spray it over the entire surface of the fabric so the fabric is heavily coated. Let the dye fixative soak into the fabric for 20 minutes. You can find dye fixative online or at your local fabric store. Rinse the fabric in the sink or tub you dumped the dye bath out in. Unfold the fabric so that it's all exposed to the running water. Make sure you wait until the water runs clear or there could still be leftover dye in the fabric. Once the water runs clear, stop rinsing the fabric and ring out any excess water. Washing the fabric by itself will prevent any leftover dye from transferring to your other laundry. After its first wash, your fabric should be OK to wash with your other laundry. If you're worried about your fabric shrinking in the dryer, hang dry it instead. | Apply a dye fixative before you rinse the fabric for an enhanced color. Rinse the excess dye off of the fabric with hot water at first. Rinse the fabric under cold water until the water runs clear. Machine wash and dry the fabric by itself on a normal setting. |
If you regularly smoke marijuana or tobacco, your pipe or bong should be cleaned regularly. The longer you leave resin sitting on a pipe or bong, the worse it will become. Clean your pipe or bong after each use. Chemical cleaners can damage a pipe or bong and are bad to inhale. Opt to use plant-based cleaners. Check the label to make sure a cleaner uses only plant based products. After using your pipe, add 10 drops of the cleaner to the bowl. If you live near a head shop, a worker there can help you find a solid plant-based cleaner for your pipe or bong. You do not need to wipe cleaner off right away. Let it sit on overnight. This will break down resin and prevent it from sticking to your pipe. If you smoke each day, it's easy to remember. You will simply add the 10 drops after you finish smoking and rinse out the bong or pipe before you use it again. Use clean, hot water to rinse out the cleaner. The resin should come out easily when running your pipe or bong under the faucet. Once the cleaner and resin are fully rinsed out, you can use your pipe or bong again. Never use isopropyl alcohol to clean a bong or pipe, as this can be hazardous if inhaled. Do not use nail polish, especially acetone-based nail polish, to clean resin from a pipe or bong. | Clean your pipe regularly. Use a plant-based cleaner. Let the cleaner sit overnight. Rinse out the cleaner. Do not use chemical or alcohol-based cleaners. |
The simplest way to keep your room cool while you sleep is to use your air conditioner if you have one. Central air or a portable window unit will both do the trick. The ideal sleeping temperature for most people is between 60 and 70 °F (16 and 21 °C). If you have a programmable thermostat, don't forget to set it so that it automatically adjusts to a warmer temperature just before you wake up in the morning. If you don't have air conditioning, a fan is the next best option. You can use a fan to increase circulation, create a cross breeze, and pull hot air away from you. If you have a ceiling fan, set it so that the blades are turning counter-clockwise. This should help pull the hot air up towards the ceiling and away from your bed. If it's cooler outside than it is in your room, try putting a box fan in an open window facing outside. Multiple fans can be used to create a nice cross breeze in your room, especially if you have two windows on opposite walls. You can also try creating an old school air conditioner by placing a large block of ice or pile of ice cubes in front of a fan. Just make sure to use a large enough bowl or pan so that the water has somewhere to go when the ice melts! On really hot days, keep your bedroom cool by keeping your blinds closed all day. You will have to deal with a dark room, but it will be much cooler when it's time for bed. Thermal blinds or shades might be a good investment if the sun makes your room unbearably hot in the summer. They will also help prevent drafts in the winter. If you own your home, you might want to consider planting trees near your bedroom windows to give yourself some shade. Heat rises, which means that the second floor of your home will typically be warmer than the first floor. If you live in a two story house and you can't get your second-floor bedroom cool enough on hot nights, consider setting up a temporary sleeping area on the main level. | Use air conditioning. Use fans. Keep the sun out. Sleep downstairs. |
McDonald's offers hot and cold coffee drinks in a variety of flavors. General categories include Frappes (iced and blended), specialty coffee drinks (mochas, cappuccinos, and lattes – all offered hot or iced), and regular coffee – served hot or iced. McDonald's also offers hot chocolate, smoothies, and milkshakes in case you want a special drink but aren't much of a coffee drinker. Specialty coffee drinks are typically made with whole milk, but can usually be made with substitute milk if you ask. If you prefer soy milk, half-and-half, non-fat milk, 2% milk, etc., be sure to specify that when you order. McDonald's coffee drinks come in a few different flavors. For frappes, you can choose between mocha or caramel. Lattes and cappuccinos come in caramel, vanilla, hazelnut, or sugar-free vanilla. Some locations also offer the white chocolate mocha flavor. | Look at the McDonald's menu. Decide what type of milk you'd like added to your drink. Decide if you'd like to add a flavor. |
Success is contagious. Make friends with people you admire. Join teams with people who have achieved things you want to achieve. If you meet someone whose success you admire, or are jealous of, swallow your jealousy and welcome their company. It may be tempting to hang out with people who make you look good, but you'll lose sight of your goals if the bar is set low everywhere you look. Besides, you'll enjoy your friendship more with people you truly admire. Compete with yourself as well as with others. When you have achieved a goal, set your next goal higher. For instance, if you got all A's and B's one semester, set the goal to get all A's the semester that follows. Take time to celebrate each goal as you achieve it, but avoid complacency. If you notice yourself feeling jealous or unsuccessful, that's a sign that you're ready to set a new goal. Identify the cause of the negative feeling, and set a goal that will catapult you beyond it. For instance, if you are jealous of your neighbor's new car, set goals for earning or saving more money so that you can buy a car you like. You may end up changing your mind about the car once you have achieved your goal. The satisfaction you get from setting a goal and achieving it will be greater than any satisfaction you can get from showing up someone else. | Surround yourself with winners. Outdo yourself. Turn negative feelings into motivation. |
When planning out your garden, you should pick out a variety of plants that will increase your health and vary your diet. Having a lot of different fruits and vegetables to choose from will allow you to have a varied healthy diet throughout the year. Some vegetables that are relatively easy to grow, depending on your climate, include tomatoes, lettuce, peas, beans, squash, and cucumbers. Begin with a few of these if you are new to gardening. Growing some herbs, such as chives and thyme, can be very easy as well. These herbs can really enhance the flavor of the vegetables that you grow. When planning out your garden, you also need to take your soil, the sun exposure of your garden, and your climate into consideration. In addition to growing a variety of plants, you need to plan out when certain plants should be planted and grown. There are specific times when fruits and vegetables need to be put in the ground so that they grow most effectively. This means that you will have several cycles of planting every year, usually in the early spring and the early fall. For instance, many plants need to be planted after the last frost in the spring, such as tomatoes, squash, and corn. However, some plants can withstand those late winter and early spring frosts, such as spinach, lettuce, radishes, and beets. If you plan out your growing season correctly, you can have fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the year. When to plant certain plants depends greatly on what climate you live in. Do some research about your specific climate zone, what grows best there, and when certain plants should be put in the ground. Once you have grown your fruits and vegetables, it's important to cook them in the right way. Cooking them correctly will both retain the nutrients inside of them and will help you avoid adding unhealthy ingredients into the meal. In general, cooking vegetables lightly and avoiding adding a lot of fat to them will help you to get the most out of your vegetables. Avoid adding a lot of fat to your vegetables when cooking them. Instead of frying or sauteing them with added oil, try steaming them to bring out their wonderful flavor without incorporating a lot of unhealthy fat. Some vegetables provide more nutrients when raw and some provide more nutrients when cooked. For instance, cooking asparagus lightly releases more nutrients into your body. However, beets give you more nutrition when served raw. Do some research to figure out how your vegetables are best served. | Pick a variety of plants to grow. Plan for different growing seasons. Cook home-grown food in a healthy way. |
It is difficult to approach your partner without concrete evidence that he or she has been cheating. Your evidence may include emails or text messages. If you bring the evidence to your partner, do not let him or her try to convince you that you are crazy. You probably have a lot of emotions running through your mind. Write down exactly how you are feeling and thinking. There is no right or wrong way to feel about your partner cheating. Do not hold anything back. Do not go back and read what you wrote. Burn the letter when you are finished writing. This exercise will allow you to get all of your feelings out in a safe way. Decide if you are willing to continue the relationship, or if you want to end things. You may need to talk to your partner first before you can decide which direction you want to move in. Write down all of the questions that you would like your partner to answer. Find a time that works for both of you where there will be no interruptions. Choose a space where you are comfortable and safe in case things get heated. Set a time limit for the conversation. Two hours is a reasonable amount of time to start with. This conversation should begin when you are ready. Do not rush or force yourself to discuss this with your partner unless you want to. You will most likely need to have multiple conversations. One meeting may not be enough. | Present your proof. Write down your feelings. Determine your next move. Set aside a time to talk with your partner. |
In theory, plenty of citric acid should slow down the enzymes that react with air to cause browning. This doesn't seem to work for everyone, but it's worth a try if you enjoy extra-tangy guacamole. Vinegar and tomatoes are similar acidic options. These are less powerful than lemon juice, but don't change the taste quite as much. This is another quick home fix that guacamole fans won't object to. It's unclear how effective this is, however. Plus, the onion itself may also react with air, becoming bitter and pungent. One study shows different rates of browning between avocados taken from different groves! The effect isn't so huge that this will solve all your browning problems. Still, buying in-season avocados will lead to a better taste and a longer window of ripeness, so you don't have to use avocados that are already turning grey. | Increase the amount of lemon or lime juice. Cover with chunks of onion. Try different avocado varieties. |
There's nothing wrong with buying a used dirt bike for your first dirt bike. Used bikes are much cheaper than new bikes and can be bought for between $500 and $2000. It's better to buy a used dirt bike starting out because you might decide to give up the sport soon after starting. You don't want a brand new dirt bike that you spent a lot of money on collecting dust in your garage. Remember that if a used bike breaks, you have very little chance of a refund if you bought it on eBay or Craigslist. Spending less can often cost more in the future. If you find 2 of the exact same bike at 2 different prices online and the cheaper one is more beaten up, you should consider buying the more expensive bike. You could spend much more money fixing up the cheaper, battered, bike compared to the more expensive bike in good condition. New bikes will generally have a much longer lifespan than used bikes. If you're only getting started with riding dirt bikes, you might want a new dirt bike so it lasts you a few years. If a new bike breaks, you can bring it back to the store and they can fix it or replace it. New dirt bikes can cost anywhere from $2000 upwards depending on the quality of bike you're looking for. The best bikes on the market cost between $7000 and $8000. Most bikes in the $2000 to $3000 range will be perfect for all types of riders and you shouldn't pay much more than that for your first bike. Dirt bikes come in a variety of types and sizes. Since you're only starting out, a play bike will be ideal as your first dirt bike. Don't be offended by the word "play" here. If you've never owned or rode a dirt bike before, it's a bad idea to start out with one of the fastest bikes on the market. Play bikes are designed for beginners. Play bikes are high on durability and low on maintenance, which means they are perfect for beginners. You'll be able to focus on learning how to ride and control the bike. If you have some experience riding dirt bikes and don't want to buy a play dirt bike, you can buy another type of bike. Trail bikes are the most common type of dirt bike. These bikes are designed for riding on rough terrain. Motocross bikes are built for speed, endurance dirt bikes are made to travel long distances, and street bikes can be driven on roads or on rough terrain. Height is an important aspect when choosing your dirt bike. If you're too big for the bike, you'll be cramped when riding it and more likely to have an accident. If you're too small, you won't have as much control, and you will be more likely to have an accident. Generally, the dirt bike seat should be half your height. If you're 6 feet (1.8 m), the seat should be 3 feet (0.91 m) tall. When you sit on the bike, you should only be able to touch the floor with your toes and the balls of your feet. You should not be able to plant your heel. If you sit on a bike and can only touch the floor with your toes and the balls of your feet, the bike is the right size. | Buy a used dirt bike if you want to save money. Purchase a new dirt bike if you want something that will last a long time. Look for play dirt bikes since they're designed for beginners. Take your height into account when choosing a dirt bike. |
If your tree is small, use a shovel to dig the stump out and expose its roots. Cut away the roots with an axe or root saw, then pull out the roots with a grub hoe. If you want to recycle the roots, compost them. If the stump is too large to remove with a shovel, you may need to try another method. If your stump is too large to dig out, drill 4-8 holes into the stump and pour chemical stump remover into each one. Wait 4-6 weeks for the chemicals to rot the stump, then dig it and its roots out with a shovel. Check the chemical stump remover's instructions for an exact time to wait between pouring the chemical in and digging out the stump. Ask your local fire department if open burning is permitted. If it is, place scrap wood on top of the stump and set it on fire. Keep the fire burning until the stump has burned out entirely, then put it out and dig away the ash and roots with a shovel. Keep the fire attended at all times and have a fire extinguisher nearby in case of emergency. Place the grinder over the stump and turn the machine on. Move the grinder around the circumference of the stump until it grinds the stump entirely. Shovel out any grindings left in the stump's hole, then fill the hole in with dirt until you cover it completely. If you don't own a stump grinder, rent one from a local home improvement store. Read the instruction manual carefully and put on safety equipment (gloves, goggles, and ear protection) before using a stump grinder. | Dig your stump out by hand for smaller trees. Try a chemical stump remover for the simplest method. Burn the stump out if it's permitted in your area. Use a stump grinder for the quickest method. |
Skin-to-skin contact is the best way to catch scabies. If someone is infected with scabies, avoid close contact with them until they seek treatment. Contact has to be prolonged to pass scabies, so gestures like a handshake will rarely pass scabies to another person. Longer physical contact, such as hugging or sharing a close environment with skin contact, can potentially infect someone. Sexual intercourse is one common way to catch scabies from another person. If you had sexual intercourse with someone infected with scabies, seek treatment immediately. Scabies can live for only 48 – 72 hours when not on a person. Keep away from any clothing, blankets, or linens that touched a person infected with scabies. Towels can become infected with scabies, since they are used in close contact with those infected. Avoid handling infected towels without gloves. Linens and bedsheets can also become infected with scabies. Take them off any beds and immediately launder them — this should be done on the first day of treatment. Clothing can also carry scabies. Any clothing that an infected person wore in the last 72 hours can still have mites on them and should be washed. It's important to clean or quarantine surfaces that may still be carrying scabies. This will help to stop it from spreading to other people. If possible, wash anything that has come into contact with those infected with scabies. Use the hottest water possible and dry them using the hottest setting. You can also dry clean anything that has come into contact with an infected person. Make sure to tell the dry cleaners, though, so they can take special precautions to avoid a scabies infestation of their own. When you can't wash the material infected with scabies, keep it sealed and away from others. Place infected material in plastic bags that are tightly sealed with as little air as possible in the bag. Keep the bags sealed for at least one week. Items that have not touched your skin for more than one week likely will not need to be washed. | Stay away from skin-to-skin contact with an infected individual. Avoid prolonged contact with a surface containing mites. Wash or isolate any materials infected with scabies thoroughly. |
Mix baking soda or higher proportions of OxiClean, detergent or crushed aspirin with water in order to create a paste. Scrub the paste into the stain with a toothbrush or nailbrush as described above. Let sit for an hour. You really only need to soak the stained portion, but you can submerge the entire garment if you like. For lesser stains, soaking may not be necessary. Pour the solution into a spray bottle and apply to stained areas. Generously spray and allow the solution to soak in before washing as usual. If you have sensitive skin you may want to wear rubber gloves for the following steps, as the cleaning agents contain strong chemicals. Stay away from bleach products when soaking clothing, as the chemical oxidize dyes which could lead to discoloration. The items listed in this article do not contain bleach and should be fabric safe. Soaking time really depends on how light or dark the stain. Lighter stains may only need to sit for 15 to 30 minutes, while dark stains can sit for a few hours, possibly even overnight. Monitor your garment. If the stain fades quickly, remove from the soak. If the stain barely fades in an hour, leave overnight. If a garment has been stained for a long period of time, it will be harder to remove. Try to treat your armpit stains as soon as they appear. Some materials do not react well with heat, either shrinking the garment or fading the color. Check the garment's tags for washing instructions. | For extremely tough stains, create one of the paste solutions to use in combination with the soak. Pour liquid solutions into a bucket or container large enough to soak the stained garment. Let the fabric soak. Wash as usual in the hottest water safe for the fabric. |
Swim shampoos, or chlorine removal shampoos, are formulated specifically to help remove chlorine and any resulting green tint. Wash your hair thoroughly with a swim shampoo as soon as possible after you get out of the pool. Be sure to work the shampoo into a lather and let it sit for a minute before rinsing it completely. If you have color-treated hair, you can always substitute a swim shampoo for a color-safe clarifying shampoo. These shampoos are available at most pharmacies, beauty and haircare stores, and online retailers. Using a conditioner after shampoo will help you work out any tangles and keep your hair smooth. Some athletics stores and swim stores sell chlorine removal sprays. These are used in the shower after you rinse your hair, but before you shampoo. Hold the bottle about half an arm's length from your head, and mist all your hair with the spray. Then, use your regular shampoo to rinse the spray away. These sprays work by neutralizing the chlorine in your hair to prevent damage and irritation. Most chlorine-removal sprays are formulated to work on both hair and skin, so you can use it to remove chlorine irritation and smell on your skin, too. Some companies that make swim shampoos also make specialty treatments. These often come as packets of a powder-like treatment that you massage into your hair in the shower. Allow it to sit for 2-3 minutes before washing it out. These treatments can be used instead of or in addition to other chlorine-removal products. | Shampoo your hair with a swim shampoo. Spritz on a chlorine-removal spray instead of buying new shampoo. Try a specialty treatment if you regularly expose your hair to chlorine. |
To eat the edamame, just put one edamame pod in your mouth, slide out the edamame beans with your teeth, and discard the pods. If you'd rather not do this every time you at edamame, you can remove the beans from the pods first, and then you can place them in a bowl and garnish them with spices of your choice. This edamame will hold in the refrigerator for at least two days. | Place the cooked edamame in a bowl. Eat it. Store it. |
Rumantsch is an ancient language that is spoken by less than 1% of Swiss citizens. About 48,000 of these speakers live in the southeastern district of Canton Graubünden. Most people who speak Rumantsch also speak Swiss-German and other languages, but locals may be impressed if you reach out to them in their native tongue. Romansh is also spelled as Romansh, Romantsch, Rhaeto-Romance, or Rheto-Romanic. About half of all native Rumantsch speakers have emigrated towards the industrialized cities of German speaking northern Switzerland. In this sense, Zurich has become the town with the most Rumantsch speakers. However, most Rumantsch-speaking city dwellers habitually speak German out of convenience. The language comes from what "vulgar Latin" or "people's Latin," with influences from Etruscan, Celtic, and other languages spoken by early settlers in the mountain valleys of what are now the Grisons and Italy's South Tirol. Romansh was included as a Swiss national language in 1938. Thus, base your pronunciations on Latin pronunciations. Pronounce allegra as "ah-leg-ruh". Pronounce "ciao" as "chow". Pronounce "tgau" as "gow". As with Switzerland's other national languages, time-specific Rumantsch greetings tend to be the most formal greetings. Use time-specific greetings in formal settings and when greeting people that you have never met. "Bun di" means "good morning." Pronounce it "boon dee". "Buna saira" means "good afternoon or "good evening". Pronounce it "boon-a serra". | Use Rumantsch. Use "allegra", "ciao," or "tgau" for an informal greeting. Use time-specific greetings. |
Place the neck bones in a colander or a bowl. Place the bowl in the sink under cold running water. Using your fingers, remove fat, cartilage, and blood from each neck bone. Once all of the neck bones are clean, rinse them a final time. Drain the water. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon (4.9 ml) of salt and thyme over the neck bones. Add 1⁄2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) of garlic and onion powder. Use your hands to mix the seasoning into the neck bones until they are evenly coated with seasoning. Wash your hands with soap and water afterward. Pour 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of vinegar over the neck bones. Then pour 4 cups (950 ml) of water over them. Cover your slow cooker with the lid. Set the heat to high. Cook the neck bones for 5 to 6 hours on high. Alternatively, set the heat to low and cook the pork for 8 to 10 hours. Add chopped carrots, green beans, onions, and/or potatoes. Turn the slow cooker off once the meat and vegetables are thoroughly cooked and tender. Serve warm with rice. | Clean 3 pounds (48 oz) of neck bones. Season the neck bones with salt and pepper. Place the neck bones in the slow cooker. Cook the neck bones for 5 to 6 hours. Add vegetables to the slow cooker during the last hour of cooking. |
Google's Family Link lets you create an account for your child that you can monitor via your Android device. In addition to needing to live in the United States, you'll need the following items to create a Family Link account: An Android phone running KitKat or higher. A brand-new (or factory-reset) Android running Nougat A Google account of your own You'll find it at https://families.google.com/familylink/. It's a blue button in the middle of the page. Doing so will take you to an account page to ensure you're using the correct account. You'll do this in the middle of the page. If you aren't currently signed into a Google account, first click SIGN IN in the middle of the page and enter your email address and password. If needed, first click Use a different account? and select a different email account (or enter the details for one). To do so, you'll click Yes below a question, click the right-facing arrow, and repeat the process for each subsequent question. Doing so will send a request for an invite to the Family Link beta; once you're approved, you'll sign into the Family Link app (Google will provide you with access), create an account for you child, and get them set up with Google Family Link on their Android 7 device. | Make sure you have the prerequisites available. Go to the Family Link website. Click GET STARTED. Click REQUEST INVITE. Click GET STARTED again. Confirm that you meet the prerequisites for an account. Click FINISH UP. |
A monthly flea preventative is the best way to prevent tapeworm infections in your cat. Different types of feline flea preventatives are available, so your veterinarian will prescribe the one that will work best for your cat. Give the preventative year round—if you stop administering it during the winter, you may forget to start it up again in the spring, leaving your cat more susceptible to fleas and tapeworms. Advantage is a frequently used feline flea preventative. Fleas are not the only source of tapeworms. Dead wild animals (e.g.,squirrels, rodents, birds, and mice) can also harbor tapeworms. If you have an outdoor cat, you may want to keep her indoors to keep her away from dead animals. To keep your cat busy when she is indoors, give her lots of toys and some scratching posts. It would also be a good idea to spend extra quality time playing with her. If bringing your cat indoors is not a reasonable option for you, consider keeping a close watch on the presence of dead animals in your yard. If you see dead animals, contact a professional animal removal service. lean your home. Cleaning your home is also very effective at maintaining a flea-free environment and preventing tapeworm infections. Vacuuming your floors every 1 to 2 days and cleaning your cat's bedding in hot water once a week will help remove fleas from your cat's environment. Vacuum every location where your cat spends time (e.g., perches, furniture) and throw away the vacuum bag afterwards. Replace your cat's bedding when it starts to look old and worn. Flea larvae like to burrow into dark places, such as bedding, so getting rid of old bedding can remove a heavy flea larvae population. People can get tapeworm infections in the same way as a cat—by swallowing an infected flea. Tapeworm infections in people are rare, and occur mainly in children. If you have children, make sure they wash their hands after they play with your cat. If you have older children who clean out your cat's litterbox, instruct them to wash their hands after they clean out the litter box. A child infected with Diplyidium caninum may not show signs of being sick. Heavy tapeworm infections in children can cause abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, and itching around the anus. Take your child to your pediatrician if you suspect they have a tapeworm infection. | Give your cat a monthly flea preventative. Keep your cat away from potential tapeworm sources. . Prevent tapeworm infections in humans. |
Many thieves will scope out a house they’re planning to rob, to see if the owners have items worth stealing. Keep curtains closed in rooms with expensive equipment that could give burglars a peek into your home. Even if you’re only going to be gone for an evening or a single night, it's still best to close your blinds. Spare keys could be found relatively easy by a persistent burglar, especially if they’re stored in obvious places such as under the welcome mat or a plant pot. Thieves will check these locations first, and could gain easy access to your home. If you're concerned about accidentally locking yourself out of your home, give a spare key or two to a trusted neighbor, relative or friend. If you need to keep a spare key, then store it in a drop box set to unlock when either your phone is in range or you entered the correct security code. Another option would be to secure your door with an electronic lock instead of a manual one. Then, you wouldn't need to worry about a key and could unlock your door with a code. Of course, avoid obvious combinations, like 1-2-3-4. When you go out, leave a light on in any room in the house or play the TV or stereo at an audible volume. This will create the appearance that there are people in your house, even if you’re actually out for the night or the weekend. Thieves who believe a house is inhabited will think twice before breaking in. If you’re going to be away for a longer period of time and don't want to leave the lights on (say, for two weeks), you can put interior lights or your TV on timers. Timers are inexpensive and can be purchased at any hardware store. Your friend can come by your house two or three times a week to provide general external upkeep. Ask them to pick up your newspaper, post and any packages you receive; to put out your rubbish; and bring the empty bins back in at night. These activities will give the appearance that someone is living in your house. This will discourage potential thieves, who would otherwise be inclined to rob an empty house. for longer trips away from home. A house sitter can live in your house for the duration of your vacation. If that's not feasible for some reason, ask the sitter to drop by daily and spend at least an hour or two at your house. If any potential thieves are watching your house, they’ll be deterred by seeing someone "living" in it. Be sure to give your house-sitter the code for your home security system, so that they don't accidentally set off alarm and receive a visit from the police. If a potential thief comes by and sees that the grass is not cut and newspapers are still on the porch, they'll see your house as an easy target. This is especially important when going on holiday. Trimming the lawn and hedges make your house secure (and look tidy) by making it look lived in. Giving your home the appearance of being occupied means the thief will move on to easier pickings. Thieves are generally lazy they try to make the easy money in the easy way. Don't give them a chance. | Close your curtains when you're away from home. Never leave a spare key hidden outside your house. Leave the lights, TV, and/or the stereo on while you're gone. Ask a friend to make your house look inhabited. Hire a house-sitter Cut the grass and trim the hedges before you leave town. |
When we can't recognize social cues, it makes conversations pretty difficult to navigate. Even if you feel you have a pretty good grasp on people, there are always times when a thought like, "I wish I knew what they were thinking," crops up. Being able to read people is about as close to reading minds as we humans will ever get. Think Sherlock Holmes or Simon Baker. . If you're a good listener, people won't even realize you're not really making conversation. They'll be so wrapped up in their stories and how great they feel because they're getting all the attention they won't even notice how they're dominating the conversation. Such people and those who listen poorly are terrible to talk to. . Though being able to read people and listening can get you 99% of the way, why not read the article for that last 1%? Great conversations are hard to come by, but if you know your way around one like a ninja, they won't be so few and far between. . When you're shy, working your way through social situations can be daunting. It's not necessarily a lack of confidence, but a lack of comfort. And when people don't really understand, shyness can easily be mistaken for aloofness or coldness. Not so! If this resonates with you, read up on being more outgoing. Or maybe you want to be more introverted. Now there's a quality that can come in handy pretty much anytime. Making people laugh can turn any situation from awkward or mediocre to memorable and fun. Wit is definitely something you can cultivate. Why not start now? Alright, so now you're funny, outgoing, a good conversationalist, and can read people -- but what if you have nothing to talk about? Luckily wikiHow has a plethora of articles you can discuss. Here are just a few: How to Know if You Are Drunk How to Pierce Your Own Penis How to Regain Control of a Spooked Camel How to Get over Your Fear of Slenderman How to Live on the Street | Look at "How to Read People." Read the article on being a good listener Read up on having great conversations Learn how to be more outgoing Take a gander at "How to Be Funny." Have something interesting to talk about. |
Now that you’ve relaxed a bit, you’re on your way to saying those sweet things. Keep the conversation flowing by asking her questions about herself, making jokes, laughing, and showing interest in her answers. Try to show that you're interesting and confident without trying too hard. Remember that you’re supposed to be as relaxed as possible, so if things don't go according to plan, try not to panic. Search for other topics that she might be interested in talking about. Don't act desperate. If you need to, try to end the conversation on a high note and try again another day. You may not get a chance to say all of the things you’d like to say, and that's fine. Focus on keeping the conversation going and pay more attention to what she says than what you want to say. If you listen more, you’ll find out more about her and her interests, and it will be easier to compliment her later. Compliments are nice, but you shouldn't make her uncomfortable. Focus on complimenting her actions and decisions rather than her physical features. Do say: “That is a really nice outfit. You have great taste.” Don't say: “I like those jeans because they’re tight and show off your legs.” If she likes to play ultimate frisbee, start talking about that. Even if you aren't interested in her hobbies, show a girl that you’re interested in things that are important to her. Say something like, “You throw really well. You’ve got to teach me about frisbee sometime.” This way you’ve complimented her, and you’re opening up a chance to have a longer conversation. She’ll think your sweet and she’ll have an easy path to continue talking to you. Don't say: “I don't really like frisbee, but it's cool that you’re into it.” This will show her that you have spent time getting to know her and you appreciate her. For example, if she makes a joke, say something like “You are hilarious! I can't get enough of your humor!” If you want to be bold and say something romantic, don't be cheesy. You can say something like, “Listen, I know this may sound strange, but I just think you are a really beautiful person, and you make me happy. I wanted to tell you that.” You can also say something simpler, like, “You are a very (intelligent, pretty, lovely, witty, genuine, kind) girl, and I’m lucky to know you.” Don't say: “You mean the world to me." "I’d do anything for you." "I’d climb the highest mountain for your love." "I get lost in your eyes." "You are my soul mate." "We were meant to be together.” You’re just going to freak her out. Girls like romance, but not when it's too soon and over the top. | Carry on a good conversation. Keep it together. Pay appropriate compliments. Show an interest in her interests. Open up room for further conversation. Say something nice about her personality. Don’t be cheesy. |
If your rash is itching and burning a lot, a cool washcloth can do a lot to help control pain. Just take a clean washcloth or a paper towel and soak it in very cool water. Rest the cloth on the irritated area to help soothe the skin. Let the skin dry thoroughly before repeating the treatment. If you use ice, don't leave the ice on for longer than 10-15 minutes. If your skin is numbed by burn or rash, it's possible to frostbite yourself with prolonged exposure to the ice. Extra-virgin olive oil works as a skin moisturizer, helping to soothe dry or itchy skin. Olive oil is rich in antioxidants and Vitamin E, making it an excellent and natural remedy for itchy skin. Turmeric powder has anti-inflammatory properties, and is sometimes added to olive oil to use as a skin treatment. Coconut oil, castor oil, and cod liver oil are also commonly used as skin treatments. Use caution when applying oil to a rash. If it starts to burn, wash it with soap and water and pat it with a clean, dry towel. Some people like to use baking soda mixed with a little oil, like coconut or olive, to create a balm for itchy skin. Baking soda helps to dry out the skin, sometimes helping to relieve the burning and itching associated with a rash. If you try this, rinse it off after a few minutes and keep the rash clean and dry. Dry skin is sometimes one of the conditions of lots of rashes, including eczema, and leaving baking soda on a rash for too long can make it worse. Oatmeal baths and compresses are common remedies for heat rashes, poison ivy rashes, chicken pox, and other types of mild rashes. Oatmeal helps to soothe skin and control the itchiness associated with rashes. You can purchase an oatmeal bath at a drug store or make your own. To make an oatmeal remedy: Grind oatmeal finely in a coffee grinder or food processor, then mix a cup into your bathwater. Agitate the water some to mix, and soak for 15-20 minutes. | Use a cold compress to control pain. Apply olive oil to rashes. Apply baking soda. Apply oatmeal. |
Like an ice glaze, a lemon-gelatin glaze protects the fish. Additionally, it adds flavor. Boil 1 1/2 cups of water. While it's heating, stir 1/4 cup of lemon juice into 1 3/4 cups of water, along with 1/2 cup of gelatin. Once the water boils, add in the lemon-gelatin mixture. Let it cool. Dip each fish into the glaze. After dipping, shake off the excess moisture. You don't want too thick a coating on each piece. Wrap in packaging. You can either use freezer bags or paper. Squeeze out as much air as possible. Freeze the fish. Some fish experts believe that placing fish in water, especially large containers of water, can damage fish fillets. To be on the safe side, use a small container with just enough water to cover the fish, or stick to freezing small, whole fish, as the skin offers some protection. Use plain, very cold water. You can also use slightly salted water. Pour the water in a shallow pan or freezer bags. Add the fillets or small fish. Dump the fish in the water, making sure it covers all parts of the fish. Freeze the fish. Cover the pans, or seal the bags. Place the pans or bags in the freezer, and let them freeze. Don't forget to label the fish with a date. If using a pan, take the block of ice and fish out of the pan after freezing. Either put the block in a zip-top bag, or wrap it in freezer paper before putting it back in the freezer. | Use a lemon-gelatin glaze. Try freezing fish in water. |
It is an unfortunate consequence of arthritis that dogs find it difficult to exercise, and are prone to gaining weight. However, obesity places an extra burden on joints, causes further damage to the joint surface, and overweight dogs are far more likely to be less mobile. In the early stages of arthritis, losing weight can postpone the need for painkilling medication, and weight control should be a priority for any owner of a stiff dog. Weight loss is achieved either by restricting calories or by following diets that have been specifically developed for weight loss in animals, such as the Hills Metabolic diet. Most people are familiar with the idea of dieting, so let's consider this first. For a dog to lose weight, it must consume fewer calories than it burns in a day. One way to do this is to reduce its current food to the point that it starts to lose weight. While exercise is also important for weight loss in your dog, be careful not to stress its joints. Talk to your veterinarian to see if you can get a referral for hydrotherapy for your dog. First, weigh the dog to establish a baseline. Now feed it 10% less than its current ration. Do this consistently for 2 weeks and then reweigh the dog. If it has not lost weight, cut the ration by a further 10% and repeat the process until weight reduction is achieved. However, this can result in small portions that leave the dog feeling unsatisfied. Putting the dog on a prescription calorie controlled diet such as Hills RD or Purina OM can help. These foods are calorie-restricted but high in fiber. The fiber stays in the stomach longer and helps keep the dog feeling full. Another option is to switch your dog to the Hills Metabolic diet. This diet involves feeding your dog specially-developed food which claims to increase the dog's metabolic rate. Thus the dog burns his calories more quickly, and the need for strict weighing out of food is removed. | Understand why weight management is important. Control your dog’s calorie intake. Figure out how much food your dog should be getting. Feed your dog a metabolic diet. |
It will need to be written in Excel in the lowercase to use this method. The flash fill function can read and change names so that the first letter of the first and last name is capitalized. Enter them in a single column. Leave a blank column to the right of the list of names. If you don't currently have a blank column to the right of your list of names, right click on the lettered column above your list of names. Select “Insert” and a new empty column will appear to the right. For example, if your first lowercase name were in cell A1, you would go to cell B1. For example, if the first cell says “joe biggins,” type “Joe Biggins” in the cell to the right. Press “Enter.” ” It will learn the pattern and make a similar change in the data series. You can also use the short cut code, “Control” and the letter “E” to activate Flash Fill. To avoid duplication, click on the top of the original lowercase column. Right click and press “delete” to get rid of it and leave the list with proper cases. Make sure Flash Fill has worked on your whole list before deleting. | Use this section if your series is a list of proper names. Complete your list of names using lowercase letters. Click on the cell to the right of the first name that is listed. Type the same name as the cell in A1, but include proper capitalization of first and last names. Go to the “Data” menu and select “Flash Fill. Delete the column with the lowercase names. |
When you negotiate a payment method with the supplier, be sure to settle on a low-risk option. The best payment methods include Paypal or, for purchases over $20,000 (U.S.), obtaining a letter of credit (for example, through a banking institution). You can also go through a third-party escrow service, such as Alibaba's secure payment service, which will hold the funds until both parties confirm delivery. Note that only suppliers located in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan are eligible to use their secure payment service. Avoid Western Union transfers, which you should only use when transferring money to someone you know very well. Alibaba's Freight Logistics resource helps the supplier determine and pay the costs of transporting goods internationally. You then pay the supplier the cost of transport. If they haven't already, ask your supplier to log into Alibaba and visit its Logistics page to give you an accurate estimate of customs duties and taxes. Duties and taxes will vary based on you and your supplier's locations. Remember that you can try to find a supplier with a warehouse in your country to avoid the cost of international transport. You can also get an idea of your goods’ customs cost by using a duty calculator. Simply input your products’ information and countries of departure and arrival into the appropriate fields to determine a cost estimate: https://www.dutycalculator.com/ Even though the supplier uses Alibaba Logistics to cover transport costs, you should still hire a customs broker just to be certain you’ve paid the proper duties and taxes, that your products will clear customs, and that you hold the proper licensing. It might cost a few hundred U.S. dollars, but a customs violation could cost thousands in fines, and you might face legal consequences. In the U.S., you can find a customs broker using the search tool on the website of the National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America. If you live outside the U.S., check with your nation's customs and border control government website or search online for a customs broker. If your goods have been shipped across the ocean in freight container, you’ll need to arrange transport from the port to your location. Alibaba's Logistics page can help you ship your products over land using a carrier like FedEx or by rail, depending on your location. If you live relatively close to the destination port, the cheapest option is to hire a trucking service or rent a truck to pick up your goods. Upon receiving your goods, be sure to inspect them thoroughly for quality and to be sure you’ve received the proper quantity. If you’ve received the wrong quantity or can prove that you’ve received products of a lower quality than advertised, you can file a complaint with Alibaba's help center. You’ll need to send photographs of the goods that show why you’re unsatisfied, along with the initial agreement, payment documents, and all correspondence between you and the supplier. Doing some research about your supplier before agreeing to the transaction will help ensure that you purchase goods that meet your standards. Be sure that they’re a verified supplier and remember to search online for complaints and comments from past clients. Branded goods sourced through Alibaba are likely to be counterfeit, and you could face legal consequences for reselling them. It's always best to purchase branded goods directly from the brand if you're buying wholesale to sell retail. If do purchase branded goods through Alibaba and receive counterfeits, you can file a dispute and send photographs of the products you received to Alibaba's customer service. If you’ve paid through their secure payment system or through an escrow service, your chances of being refunded are almost certain. | Use a low-risk payment method such as Paypal. Calculate and pay your freight costs. Hire a customs broker. Have your goods shipped from the destination port. Dispute your purchase if your transaction goes wrong. Avoid purchasing branded goods through Alibaba. |
Leprosy is treatable with medication, and most patients can continue their lives normally if they are treated. The disease is only mildly contagious when it is untreated, and once you are taking the medication, you are no longer contagious to others. However, if leprosy is left untreated it can cause severe problems with the limbs (hands and feet), eyes, skin, and nerves. Hansen's disease is moderately contagious when untreated. It can spread to others by air, such as when you sneeze or cough. Remember to cover your face when you cough or sneeze to prevent airborne droplets from spreading the disease to others until you can see a doctor and begin treatment. Sometimes leprosy manifests only as a skin lesions, and sometimes it takes more severe forms. The particular treatment plan you follow will depend on the form of leprosy you have. Your doctor can diagnose this. Leprosy can be diagnosed as paucibacillary or multibacillary (which is more severe). A case of leprosy is also classified as either tuberculoid or lepromatous (more severe, causing large lumps and nodules on the skin). A number of antibiotics (usually a combination of dapsone, rifampicin and clofazimine) are prescribed to treat leprosy. These drugs kill the bacteria that causes the disease (Mycobacterium leprae) and cure people infected by it. Your doctor will prescribe medications to take based on your particular case of leprosy. The World Health Organization (WHO) provides the MDT free to patients around the world through the Ministry of Health. In the United States medication for leprosy is provided by the National Hansen's Disease Program. Once you start taking the medications, you can no longer spread the disease to others. You do not have to be quarantined. Daily and/or monthly doses of dapsone, rifampicin and clofazimine may be prescribed for 24 months in many cases of leprosy. If leprosy only shows as a skin lesion, patients may be recommended to take the medication treatment for six months. In the United States, multibacillary cases may be treated for one year and paucibacillary cases for two years. If leprosy only manifests as a single skin lesion, the patient may be able to treat it with just a single dose of dapsone, rifampicin and clofazimine. Multibacillary cases may require multiple treatments to cure. Drug resistance to these medications is rare. Side effects of these drugs are generally mild. Talk to your physician if you have questions. | Seek care as soon as possible. Take care not to spread the disease to others. Have your doctor determine the form of leprosy you have. Take a multiple drug treatment (MDT) provided by your doctor. |
Washing your hair every day can cause it to get dry and brittle. Each time you shampoo your hair, you wash away the protective oil that keeps it healthy and strong. When you're trying to grow your hair fast, it's best to wash your hair no more than once or twice a week. In between washes, use dry shampoo to keep your roots from looking oily. When you wash your hair, handle it gently. Don't scrub it or wring it out. Rinse with lukewarm or cool water instead of hot. Air drying is really the healthiest choice when it comes to growing out your hair. Drying your hair with a hairdryer eventually weakens the hair shaft and leads to damage. The same goes for other heat styling tools like curling irons, flat irons and hot rollers. After your shower, pat your hair dry with a towel. Don't roughly towel it dry. Comb it out with a wide tooth comb. Apply product, such as leave-in conditioner, then let it fully air dry. When your hair is wet, it stretches and breaks much more easily than when it is dry. That's why brushing your hair when it's wet is so damaging. It leads to breakage, frizz and split ends. Instead, use a wide tooth comb to gently detangle your hair. Begin near the tips and work your way up to the roots, rather than dragging the comb down through your hair to pull out tangles. Dyeing, bleaching, and chemically straightening your hair can cause a lot of damage. It's better to leave your hair in its natural state while you're trying to grow it out. You should also avoid hairstyles that can pull out the hair, like tight weaves or braids. If you're determined to lighten or color your hair, use a natural method that doesn't cause damage. Try lightening your hair with honey or dyeing it with henna. Learn to love your natural look. If your hair is curly or kinky, there's no natural method that will make it look perfectly straight. Fast-growing, free-flowing hair is beautiful. The sun, air pollution, and pool chlorine are among the environmental elements that can damage your hair. If your hair is particularly fragile, it's a good idea to protect it, just as you would your skin. When you go out in strong sun, wear a hat to cover your hair. If you live in a place with high air pollution, cover your hair with a scarf or hat while you're out on the city streets. When you swim in pools, wear a swim cap to protect your hair from chlorine. | Shampoo your hair less often. Don't use heat styling tools. Never brush your hair when it's wet. Avoid harsh hair treatments and styles. Protect it from the elements. |
You can keep your tree simple, or get as elaborate as you like by decorating it with paint, glitter, stickers, paper cutouts, or anything else you can think of. This is a great project to do with a group. Supply the construction paper and a variety of decorative materials, and let everyone's imagination run wild! Green construction paper (or any color you like). Scissors. A marker. Clear tape. Decorations for your tree; popular choices include glitter, stickers, ribbon, colored paper, confetti, etc. Craft glue or glue dots to affix the decorations. A hot glue gun and glue stick to affix the topper (optional). The sky is the limit with this step; be as creative as you like. You can use paint or glitter glue to add sparkle, or even “flock” you tree. Cut ornaments out of colored paper using scissors or a hole punch, and glue them to the tree. Create a garland out of metallic thread or ribbon, and don't forget a tiny star or angel on top. You can use the same 3d cutting/splicing method you used to create the tree to make a 3D star or angel for the top. Hot glue works best for attaching things to the point of the tree. | Assemble your materials. Have fun decorating your tree! |
Use a hardwood bat mallet with a rounded striking surface. Hold the bat in one hand and hit 1 edge of the bat with your dominant hand with enough power to leave an impression. Do not hit the edges at a 90-degree angle. This shrinks the hitting surface of the bat and could cause damage. Instead a mallet, you can also use an old cricket ball to strike the edges. Continue striking down the edge of the bat with the same amount of power. Make sure the edge is even so no areas are higher or lower. Avoid hitting the bottom of the bat. Make sure the angle of each edge of the bat is the same. Hold the bat so the short end of the striking surface, or the toe, is eye level. Check both edges of the bat to make sure they are even and rounded. Use a table clamp to secure the bat to a table so it does not move while you strike the toe. Flatten the corners at the toe of the bat and round the edge. Slowly build up power to further compress the edge. | Strike the long edge at a 45-degree angle with a bat mallet so it dents. Work down the edge of your bat so it has a smooth, rounded appearance. Repeat the process on the other long edge of your bat. Strike the toe of your bat. |
Your bra straps should be doing minimal work to hold up your breasts--a properly fit bra band should provide almost total support. If the band is too loose, you may be tightening your straps to pick up the slack, causing them to gouge into your shoulders. Your bra band should be snug, but no so tight that you can't slide a finger between the fabric and your skin at the front of your bra. The band should be parallel to the floor and sit no higher than the bottom of your shoulder blades. If you measure your bust and find your bra band is the right size but still too loose, then it's simply too old and needs to be replaced. If your cup size is too large, you may be tightening your straps too much to keep the cups from looking pointy or to pull the them flat against your chest. If your cup size is too small, the straps may not be long enough to accommodate your breasts and be pulled tight, gouging your shoulders. A bra in the correct size will have cups that lie smooth and flat against your chest, without pinching or causing your breasts to overflow from the sides or top. If the center panel of the bra (the part between the cups) doesn't lie flat against your breastbone, your cups may be too small, forcing you to tighten your straps to a painful degree. Many full-support bras come with wider straps, which distribute weight better than thin straps and provide more comfort. Even with a properly fitted bra, thin straps can sometimes still be painful for women with larger breasts. Try to avoid them when possible. If your bra fits properly but the straps are still causing you discomfort, invest in cushioning designed specifically for bra straps. They fit under or around your straps and should mold against your skin so they are not obvious under your clothes. Some bra straps, especially wider straps, come with build-in cushioning for added comfort. | Check that the bra band is the right size. Make sure your cup size is correct. Wear a bra with wider straps. Buy a cushion to wear under your straps. |
The object of the game is to be the first player to reach the end by moving across the board from square one to the final square. Most boards wrap back and forth, so you move left to right across first row, then move up to the second and move right to left, and so on. Follow the numbers on the board to see how to move forward. For example, if you rolled a five and you were on space number 11, then you would move your game piece to space number 16. Each player should roll one die to see who gets the highest number. Whoever rolls the highest number gets to take the first turn. After the first player takes a turn, the person sitting to that player's left will take a turn. Play continues in a circle going left. If two or more people roll the same number, and it is the highest number rolled, each of those people roll the die an additional time to see who gets to go first. To take your turn, roll the die again and read the number that you rolled. Pick up your game piece and move forward that number of spaces. For example, if you roll a two, move your piece to square two. On your next turn, if you roll a five, move your piece forward five squares, ending up on square seven. Some people play that you can only move onto the board if you roll a one, and if you don't get a one, you just skip your turn. This isn't recommended, since this can be frustrating for unlucky players. The ladders on the game board allow you to move upwards and get ahead faster. If you land exactly on a square that shows an image of the bottom of a ladder, then you may move your game piece all the way up to the square at the top of the ladder. If you land at the top of a ladder or somewhere in the middle of a ladder, just stay put. You never move down ladders. Some versions have snakes on the board, while others have chutes (slides). Snakes (or chutes) move you back on the board because you have to slide down them. If you land exactly at the top of a snake or chute, slide your game piece all the way to the square at the bottom of the snake or chute. If you land on a square that is in the middle or at the bottom of a snake (or chute), just stay put. You only slide down if you land on the top square of a snake (or chute). If you roll a six, then you get an extra turn. First, move your piece forward six squares and then roll the die again. If you land on any snakes or ladders, follow the instructions above to move up or down and then roll again to take your extra turn. As long as you keep rolling sixes, you can keep moving! The first person to reach the highest square on the board wins, usually square 100. But there's a twist! If you roll too high, your piece "bounces" off the last square and moves back. You can only win by rolling the exact number needed to land on the last square. For example, if you are on square 99 and roll a four, move your game piece to 100 (one move), then "bounce" back to 99, 98, 97 (two, three, then four moves.) If square 97 is a snake head, slide as usual. | Understand the object of the game. Decide who goes first. Roll the die and move. Climb up ladders. Slide down snakes or chutes. Take an extra turn if you roll a six. Land exactly on the last square to win. |
In this paper, we show that a simple coloring scheme can improve, both theoretically and empirically, the expressive power of Message Passing Neural Networks.More specifically, we introduce a graph neural network called Colored Local Iterative Procedure that uses colors to disambiguate identical node attributes, and show that this representation is a universal approximator of continuous functions on graphs with node attributes.Our method relies on separability, a key topological characteristic that allows to extend well-chosen neural networks into universal representations.Finally, we show experimentally that CLIP is capable of capturing structural characteristics that traditional MPNNs fail to distinguish, while being state-of-the-art on benchmark graph classification datasets. | This paper introduces a coloring scheme for node disambiguation in graph neural networks based on separability, proven to be a universal MPNN extension. |
Take your shoelaces out of your shoes. Fill your sink up about halfway with water. Take some hand soap and work it into each of your laces. Be thorough, loosen all the dirt you can. Drop the laces into the water and wash away the remaining soap. Rap a dry rag firmly around one lace. Pull the rag along the length of the lace to dry it and repeat the process to dry the other lace. You can also throw your laces in the washer. Be sure to put them in a pillow case first and wash them in a normal cold wash cycle. Your old laces will start to unravel after a few washes so you should still buy new laces periodically. New laces can instantly make your shoes appear brighter. You can also use an iron to dry your laces and straighten them. Pour a few drops of dish soap into a small glass of water. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes. Never use more than a teaspoon of dish soap in your mixture. Never use bleach to clean your shoes. Bleach will turn your white shoes yellow. Apply your mixture to a shoe cleaner brush and rub it onto your shoes in a circular motion. Work the mixture in until it starts to foam. You can use a toothbrush to clean the soft fabric and hard to reach parts of your shoes. Be gentle, don't rub your shoes too hard or you may scratch them. Only use soft bristle brushes to clean your shoes. A hard bristle could damage them. Gently wipe off the foam from your shoes with a soft clean cloth. Put some dryer sheets on the inside of your shoes to soak up the remaining moisture. Give your shoes some time to dry naturally. It could take them as long as a day to dry completely. Change the dryer sheets every few hours to speed up the process. Don't use a hairdryer or any other source of heat to dry your shoes. Excessive heat can damage them. The dryer sheets will also remove odor from your shoes to keep them smelling fresh. | Clean your laces. Make your cleaning mixture. Use a brush. Dry your shoes. |
1 light, solid color to make the room look bigger. If you are primarily concerned with opening the space up, sticking with one solid color is a good way to accomplish your goal. A light colour will help the room look bright, fresh, and open. White and light yellow are especially effective at creating the appearance of additional light. Painting is an inexpensive way to quickly change the look of your room. Before you paint the space, take paint charts into the room to help you imagine what the new colour will look like. Avoid feature walls in attic bedrooms, as this makes the space look smaller. This is especially important for slanted ceilings, as darker colours can make the room feel oppressive and can make the ceiling feel closer than it really is. Paint the ceiling the same colour (or a lighter colour) than your walls to accentuate the height of the room and to make it feel bright. Bright white paint makes attic ceilings look fresh and light. If your attic bedroom already has natural wooden beams, brick walls, or a stone fireplace, consider keeping these features to add to the rustic and unique feeling of the room. If they are in poor condition, use your DIY skills to restore them or hire a professional to bring them back to their former glory. To draw attention to these natural textures, expose them as much as possible and avoid placing furniture in front of them. If you don't like the look of your bricks, consider painting them white. This is a popular look that makes the space look nice and light. Install a skylight on one of the sloping walls in your room. Consider placing it over your bed, as this allows you to stargaze at night and will provide natural light in the morning. Alternatively, place it in a dark corner of your room, to brighten it up. Consider choosing a skylight that can be opened, as this will give you the option of extra ventilation in your room. | Paint the walls Paint the ceiling the same colour as the walls to open up the space. Leave beams or brick exposed for a natural feel. Hire a builder to add a skylight to maximise the natural light in the room. |
You have lots of flexibility when it comes to formatting an original oratory, but you should structure your speech around a concise thesis. A thesis is one sentence that clearly states your argument and provides a road map for the rest of your speech. Your thesis should convey to your audience the speech's purpose and stance. Be clear and direct instead of including words like "This speech is about" before your thesis. If your topic is DIY education, your thesis could be, “Making do it yourself knowledge widely available is essential to contemporary society.” Your 3 points will provide evidence that supports your thesis, and you'll discuss them in detail in your speech's body. You'll state the thesis and main points in the introduction, expand and defend them in your speech's body, and summarize them in a conclusion. For your speech about DIY education, your main points could deal with the personal, practical, and economic benefits of DIY education. You'd use one section in your body to expand on each benefit. Write your speech as you would an academic paper. Everyone writes differently, and some people prefer to write the introduction first, the body second, and the conclusion last. However, organizing the body of your speech first can help you summarize your main points more concisely in your introduction and conclusion. When you organize the body of your speech, don't spend too much or too little time on 1 or 2 points. Try to balance your time equally between your points, and make sure you're familiar with your time limit or permitted word count. For example, you could spend 1-2 paragraphs discussing the personal pride that comes with completing a DIY project on your own. You could then spend a couple of paragraphs discussing practical benefits, like being able to handle a medical emergency. Finally, you can talk about the money and resources one saves by completing a DIY project on their own. While you should include evidence in the body of your speech to support your points, you'll need to strike a balance between statistics, insight, and personal connection to the topic. Keep in mind that most speech competitions have limits on the number of quoted words you use, so be selective and only include the strongest available evidence. When you choose your citations, don't twist or misrepresent a source to fit your agenda. Don't forget to document your source both verbally when you deliver the speech and in the written script. Your verbal citations should be thorough enough that your audience could find them on their own for further research. You can typically use any manual style, like MLA, but you should check with your teacher or debate coach to verify which is best for your assignment. For example, cite a source by saying, "According to a 2012 study by the U.S. National Institutes of Health, community education outside of the classroom provides medical students with more robust knowledge and better patient interaction skills." This quote does not contain unnecessary details that would disrupt the flow of the speech, but it does clearly display the source. Including a perspective that opposes your argument is a great way to strengthen your case. Include a paragraph that summarizes an opposing statement, then include evidence to the contrary to prove that your argument is more valid. You could include, for instance, a source that calls DIY a form of dilettantism or dabbling. Then you could refute this argument as dismissive and short-sighted by citing examples of individuals who have cultivated in-depth DIY knowledge on a variety of subjects. The introduction should grab the audience's attention, state the problem your thesis addresses, and lay down your solution's roadmap. The conclusion must be a strong, concise restatement of your thesis and main points. Once you've organized the body of your speech, you'll have a better idea of how to structure the introduction and conclusion. In general, follow this structure: tell your audience what you're going to tell them, tell them, then tell them what you told them. Avoid clichés, such as, “According to Webster's dictionary, this is defined as…” Once you've written and revised your oratory, have other people critique its content and format. Have an English teacher or professor read it and give you feedback on the quality of your writing. Ask your peers to read it to gauge whether your topic and presentation style appeal to broad audiences. It's also a good idea to practice giving your speech in front of a small audience so you can get feedback on your delivery. | Develop a thesis. Support your thesis with at least 3 main points. Write the body of your speech. Choose your citations wisely. Cite your sources in your speech. Consider including a rebuttal to an opposing point of view. Write your introduction and conclusion. Have others read your speech. |
Before you can collect feedback on your management team from employees and clients, you will need to consider your company's key performance indicators (KPIs) for managers, which should identify a manager's roles and responsibilities, as well as the targets used to measure her performance. You may establish KPIs for managers at your company that include: Asking what needs to be done for employees and for the company. Developing employee action plans and employee goals. Taking responsibility for decision making, communication, and overall functioning of employees. Creating opportunities for employees and for the company. Running productive employee meetings. Using a “we” approach instead of an “I” approach. Use the key performance indicators for your management team to create a survey for employees and a survey for clients that measure the effectiveness of management. The survey for employees should cover all the key performance indicators for management and ask employees to use examples to illustrate how well or how poor management is doing. You may structure the survey online based on a points system or using a short answer format. You should also note that all feedback will be confidential and will only be shared with management if it is considered valuable or important for the growth of management effectiveness. The survey for clients should look at how management interacts with clients on a daily basis and how effective management is at communicating with clients. Some managers may have more direct contact with clients than others, so you may need to customize the survey to fit the role of your management team. Once employees and clients complete the surveys, you should collect the data and go through them. Look at how each manager scored in the employee feedback and the client feedback, and how the management team scored as a whole. If management scored low on communication and productive meetings with clients, for example, you may highlight this as something to address in your training of management. If management scores high on developing employee goals and action items, you may note this when you share the feedback with management as a positive takeaway of the surveys. | Consider your company’s key performance indicators. Create and distribute an employee survey and a client survey based on the key performance indicators. Process the feedback to gauge managerial effectiveness. |
Weekly vacuuming will keep your furniture free of crumbs, dirt, allergens, pet hair, and dust. It will also stop dirt and dust from accumulating in the fibers, and help to maintain and overall clean appearance. Vacuum the pillows, cushions, nooks, crannies, and crevices. Furniture tags will tell you what types of products to use for cleaning, but that's only helpful if you know what the codes mean. Most faux suede will have one of the following labels: W: clean with water-based solutions, like soapy water S: clean with solvent-based cleaners, like furniture spray or alcohol SW: clean with either water- or solvent-based cleaners Faux suede is water resistant, meaning that when liquid gets spilled on it, the liquid will bead up so that you can wipe it away. Spills that aren't cleaned immediately will cause stains from watermarking, dyes, or food marks. Dab, don't rub, spots with a clean, dry cloth to remove liquids and water. For food spills, use a spoon or spatula to scoop up the mess right away. For mud, allow it to dry before removing the clump and brushing off the dust and dirt. Choose a cleaner based on the label on your furniture and test it on the fabric in an inconspicuous area before spot cleaning elsewhere. Your best bet for a cleaner will be isopropyl alcohol in a spray bottle. Spray a small amount of alcohol on the soiled area, and gently rub it with a clean, undyed sponge or lint-free cloth. Blot stubborn stains if necessary, and use a clean spot on the cloth for each soiled area. Allow the area to dry before using. Always use strong cleaning agents in a well-ventilated area, and never near an open flame. To clean the entire piece, work in small sections using the same method. Don't forget about removable pillows and cushions. Because of the nature of furniture, it is sometimes bombarded with pretty nasty stuff that can stain, such as dirt, oil, and even wax. Luckily, faux suede is quite durable, and most stains can be removed without damaging the fabric. To remove oil, wipe up as much of the oil as possible with an absorbent cloth or paper towel. Soak a rag in alcohol and wring out the excess. Use this cloth to blot at the oil stains, then remove the oil and dirt with a clean, dry cloth. To remove wax, heat an iron on high. Lay a clean cloth over the affected area on the furniture, and gently rub the hot iron back and forth over the cloth. As the wax melts, it will be absorbed by the cloth. To remove gum, apply an ice cube to the gum to freeze it. When it's very cold or frozen, gently scrape it off with a spoon or spatula. | Vacuum regularly. Check for labels. Dab spills immediately. Clean stains and messes. Remove stubborn stains. Buff the fabric with a brush to return the softness. |
Split in half to make 2 loaves or make 1 large loaf. Press the dough ball flat on the table in a round shape and form into a nice circle using one of the two methods: For Beginners, its easier to start folding the edges of the dough and pressing them into them middle, turning and pleating the dough as you go. Once all the edges are pressed in, you typically will have a nice round loaf. Grip the centre seams and pinch them, then roll or rock the ball around the bench top to round the loaf's edges. The pinched side will end up the bottom of the loaf, so the good side is face down in this method. For more practiced bakers, gather the dough and place your hand to the side of the dough, palm facing the dough. Press the side of the ball with the edge of your hand and press down, pushing it forward. The dough should rotate as you do this. With this method it stretches the dough after several repetitions into a nice round shape, with the good side up. With this bread, you may do a wide range of decorations with a razor, such as a spiral from the outside into the centre, diagonal slashes, diagonal slashes coming inwards like a vortex, a cross, a chequerboard, or a flower shape - such as on Galette Des Rois - or anything you desire. Tap the base of the load and it should sound hollow when cooked. If the dough feels heavy, leave it in the cooling oven for another 10-15 minutes. | Gather the dough. Proof until doubled in size. Bake for 35–40 minutes. |
There are some common symptoms that occur when you contract malaria. You may have some or all of these symptoms at some point while you are sick. The symptoms include: High fever that ranges from 101 to 104°F (38.3 to 40°C) Chills and involuntary chills, called rigors Headache Sweating Disorientation about your identity and location General confusion Body aches Vomiting Diarrhea Jaundice, or yellowing of the skin, which occurs due to busted blood cells There are parts of the world where malaria is common, known as malaria-endemic countries. These countries include most of Africa except the most northern and southern areas, northern and central areas of South America, India and the surrounding areas, and many of the Pacific Island nations. Malaria is also present but not endemic in most of Asia, parts of central South America, western Mexico, and most of Central America. Although malaria is endemic in these countries, it is less common in areas that are high in altitude and in desserts, except in oases. It is also less common during colder temperatures. In areas near the equator, it is hot year round, which means malaria is more concentrated and you can contract it all year long. The incubation period, or time before the symptoms appear, is typically seven to 30 days from the time you get bitten by the infected mosquito. Certain types of the malaria parasite can lay dormant and not cause symptoms for up to four years after you get bitten. The parasite remains in the liver but eventually invades the red blood cells. You can be diagnosed with malaria no matter where you are. There are doctors that know and can recognize the symptoms all over the world. To get diagnosed, a single drop of blood will be taken and evaluated under a microscope. The doctor will check for the presence of the parasite inside your red blood cells. This is the most definitive test, since you can actually see the live parasite in your blood cell. This is complicated by individuals falling victim to other tropical diseases while being immune to malaria. In the United States, physicians are not trained in tropical medicine, which causes the diagnosis of malaria to be missed 60% of the time. Cerebral malaria is a late stage manifestation of malaria. Malaria parasites have the ability to penetrate the blood-brain barrier, which is one of the worst problems associated with malaria. If you have cerebral malaria, you may experience coma, seizure, altered consciousness, abnormal behavior, and other changes in sensory perception. Go to the hospital immediately if you think you have cerebral malaria. | Notice the symptoms of malaria. Know where malaria occurs. Wait for symptoms to manifest. Diagnose malaria. Watch out for cerebral malaria. |
Don't put yourself in danger, even if your mother needs help. You can call the police or an adult to help with the situation; don't feel 100% responsible for taking care of your mother or doing what she says when she's under the influence. If she asks you to do something unsafe, find an alternative. If your mother wants to drive you somewhere while under the influence, try to find another ride or call a cab. Ask another friend or family member to intervene if your mother is attempting to do something unsafe. An argument with your mother while she's under the influence will get you nowhere. If she starts becoming agitated or picking a fight, gently deflect the comments or say that you can talk about it tomorrow. If she becomes really angry or really wanting to fight, involve someone else in the situation for your safety, or remove yourself from the situation. If the situation escalates, you can call the police. Especially if your mother is under the influence, any derogatory remarks won't improve the situation but may actually escalate things. You may feel really upset, frustrated or angry with your mother, but now is not the time to express these feelings. Save that discussion for when you are both calm and can talk about your feelings honestly and openly. If you start to preach, punish or threaten your mother, ask yourself what's motivating these actions. You’re likely angry, and taking it out in this way won't help you or your mother. Find healthy outlets for your anger, like journaling, playing basketball, or going for a walk. It's not your responsibility to take care of your mother, your family, or the house on your own. If you start taking over her responsibilities, you may take away her sense of importance or her dignity. If you find yourself doing these things, it's time to have a discussion with her about how things have changed. It can be hard to see your mother let go of her responsibilities as drugs take over her life. Remember it's not your job to pick up the pieces. It's more important to encourage your mother to get treatment. | Be safe. Avoid arguing with her while under the influence. Don’t threaten, bribe, or preach to your mother. Remember that you’re not responsible to take care of your mother. |
Remind your ideological opponent that there are no scientific theories that conclusively disprove the events mentioned in the Bible. It's possible that ancient miracles and contemporary scientific achievements only seem inconsistent with one another because the language used to explain phenomena has changed. The Big Bang Theory, for example, is often brought up to show that the teachings of Christian creationism are misguided. However, there's no way of proving that the explosion that resulted in the known universe wasn't an intentional act of creation. While it may seem counterintuitive, meeting your listener on common ground actually strengthens your position by confirming that your arguments are based on the same observations. Numerous historical sources and archaeological discoveries strongly suggest that Jesus of Nazareth lived and died as the scripture tells. This may not seem like a victory in itself, but it has enormous implications. If the Bible's central figure was real, what reason is there to doubt the rest of what's written in its pages? Rather than appealing to the Bible, which your listener doesn't consider a credible source, point them towards hard scientific research, such as recent archaeological digs around Galilee and Jerusalem which have uncovered evidence of scenes described in the New Testament. For more references to the historical Jesus, cite the writings of ancient philosophers and historians such as Tacitus, Lucian, and Pliny the Younger. If your listener still isn't convinced, ask them this important question: where does mankind's idea of “goodness” come from? Evolution may account for certain behaviors that are beneficial to the species, but it fails to address many moral judgments that appear to be universal. These can be a good starting point for a discussion on what it means to be a moral being. If your listener objects, ask them, “Why is it important for the species to continue?” The “survival of the fittest” explanation can't offer a satisfactory answer to this question. Even the ancient Greeks and Romans, who valued reason more than anything else, strived to realize an ideal that they called “the Good.” Such ideals hint at an understanding of a deeper purpose in life, perhaps one bestowed by God. The Bible makes it clear that God created man in his image, which explains the unrivaled power of the human mind. The same is not true from a scientific standpoint. If all organisms are continually evolving, then why have no other creatures reached a level of consciousness anywhere near that of human beings? Emphasize that the only reason you're even able to discuss the topic at hand is because humans have the ability to invent complex languages, as well as the intelligence required to understand them. Your listener may be reluctant to accept your views because they've labelled you as biased or short-sighted. They'll have no choice, however, but to recognize the wisdom of respected figures such as Albert Einstein, who is famously quoted as saying, “When the solution is simple, God is answering.” Other notable personalities who have alluded to a belief in God include Walt Whitman, who wrote, “In the faces of men and women I see God, and in my own face in the glass,” and Paul Tillich, who said, “He who knows about depth knows about God. Quotations don't constitute evidence in themselves, but they can lend added credibility to an already strong argument. | Insist that the Word of God is compatible with modern science. Inform your listener about the accuracy of the Bible's depiction of Jesus. Argue that God is the only satisfactory source of morality. Challenge your listener to explain where human consciousness came from. Offer quotes from influential thinkers that support your argument. |
While you should not ignore your own needs, you should think highly of the needs of others and be there to take care of those needs when you can. An obvious example of service would be volunteering your time in a formal situation to help others. Less obvious, however, are informal ways you volunteer your time and energy. For example, a virtuous woman will be there for a friend who needs a shoulder to cry on, even if it means missing out on a favorite show or limited sale. Kindness is about more than nice words and pleasant smiles. To be truly kind to someone, you need to approach that person with a giving spirit. To be kind means that you should be the sort of person whom others can turn to for positive words and actions. It is not enough to simply exchange a few nice words in passing. If you are given a task at school or work, finish it in a timely manner and without procrastinating. Another way to look at this principle is to label it as self-discipline. Even if no one is watching and you are able to procrastinate on a task or put less than your best effort into it, you should still do your best with it and complete the task promptly. True virtue is not found merely in the actions that others can see, but in the actions you perform when no one is looking. You can indulge occasionally, but on the whole, you should not be irresponsible with your money, spend it flippantly, or be wasteful. Frugality is a type of virtue which involves careful stewardship of resources and money. This does not mean that you should be stingy or cheap, though. It does mean that you should take care of your financial obligations before using your money on indulgences. In other words, you should not be spending money on an exotic vacation if it means leaving bills and loans unpaid. Everyone needs time to relax, but overall, you should try to stay active rather than falling into lazy or slothful behavior. In short, you should be a good steward of the time that is allotted you. Take time to relax and recharge as needed, since you can only be at your best when you are sufficiently well-rested. Do not stay active simply for the sake of staying active, though. Be willing to do the work which needs to be done and take care to channel your efforts in ways that will most benefit you and those around you. Be not frivolous with your time. | Act in service to others. Be hospitable, generous, and kind. Do not falter on your responsibilities. Use your money and the earth's resources wisely. Use your time wisely. |
If you've noticed your dog showing common behavioral issues, like pulling on his leash during walks, having bad manners around other dogs and people, or barking and whining, your dog might not understand the rules of how he should behave. Without an established leader, your dog will misbehave, which can cause the behavioral problems. If you take on the role of leader, you can reduce your dog's anxiety and nervousness. Your dog will also be less likely to act out, potentially harming you or others. Fortunately, you can make changes to the social structure of your household no matter how old or young your dog is. To better communicate, realize that your dog tends to live in the present much more than you do. This means your dog is much more comfortable with learning new things or new situations, regardless of any trouble he may have had with them in the past. If you start to think in the present too, you'll understand your dog better. Since dogs don't communicate the same way as humans do, learn to read your dog's dog body language so you can understand your dog's state of mind. Your dog should look to you for guidance in certain situations. If your dog usually decides when to use these areas, then the boundaries are not clear within your family. You should also set boundaries by only responding to calm behavior. For example, teach your dog that he will only get his food if he's relaxed, not jumping up on you begging to be fed. Be firm with the boundaries you set. For example, if you never allow your dog to play in a certain room, offer him alternative spaces to play and make sure he never plays in an off-limits area. Bending the rules will only confuse your dog. Don't forget that playtime is important for your dog's mental stability and your relationship with your dog. Part of your job as leader is guiding your dog through life by being a confident, loving, tough, and fair leader. In the wild, leaders enforce rules and boundaries with a calm and assertive energy. Leaders don't bully or use violence to show their authority, and neither should you. While it's easy to become frustrated with your dog if he continually breaks rules, never lose your patience. Remember, your dog can sense changes in your attitude and energy better than other humans can. This makes it especially important to stay calm during emotional situations. | Determine if your dog is poorly behaved. Think like a dog. Create boundaries. Have fun and play with your dog. Remain calm. |
Foods that are full of nutrients such as antioxidants, Vitamin E, Omega-3 oils and magnesium will all give you long lasting energy. When you choose foods that stimulate focus and give you energy you’ll be more prepared to engage in class and not daydream. Avoid food with high sugar and fat content. These types of food will cause you to have a sugar high where your body will immediately expel the energy and then come crashing down because your body has burned all the possible energy.So don't pick up that sugary cereal or doughnut first thing in the morning, as it won't give you the long lasting energy you need to maintain focus and concentration. Choose foods like blueberries that have antioxidants or whole grains that are full of good carbs to keep your energy up. When you pick up healthier foods, like a whole grain steel cut oatmeal, you won't be daydreaming about lunchtime. If you want to be able to focus and not daydream you need to prepare you body as much as possible, just like you would a marathon. If you’re not properly hydrated you can suffer from poor concentration and headaches. Being thirsty will also draw your focus away from whatever task you have in front of you and lead to distractions like daydreaming. While daydreaming in class isn't a good idea, daydreaming is good for you.Take some time for yourself to relax. When you prepare your mind and body you’ll be better suited to keep focus and not daydream. Using a planner or calendar application can help you map out your day- including that free time. It’ll help you get into routine before you are used to it. You can try yoga, taking a nap, watching something on Netflix, or listening to some music. Having a leisurely activity planned in your day will give you a stress free outlet as a reward for maintaining focus throughout the day. | Pick brain foods. Drink water. Make time for daydreaming in more appropriate settings. |
Aim on getting there before noon, since the day's heat and sunlight affect the chemicals in the water. If the pool's systems were turned off, turn them on and wait at least 15 minutes for the chemicals to disperse. As long as the systems were kept on for at least 15 minutes, you can collect the sample immediately. Stand outside the pool, near the side, and reach down towards the water. You’ll want to get far away from any jets or skimmers, since these are where chemicals tend to accumulate. The middle of the pool is where you’ll get the most accurate results. You don't need a lot of water, only enough to cover the testing strip or mix with the liquids in the testing kit. A clean cup or mug from your kitchen will do. If you have a plastic bottle, that’ll also work and is easy to cap in case you want to bring the sample to a professional. Make sure you wash out the cup or bottle with soap so the sample is as accurate as possible. The easy way to collect the sample is to hold the cup upside down at first. Lower your arm until the water is up to your elbow, about 12 to 18 in (30 to 46 cm) deep. Flip over the cup to collect the water. Pick a day of the week and test the water on that day every week. Most home pools can be safely maintained this way. If your pool is undrained during the winter, you will still need to perform the test once a week. Ideally, you should test the pool 2 to 3 times a week. Pool water shouldn't be allowed to freeze in winter. Lower the water level until it's below the skimmer and run the pumps normally. Stop ice from forming to protect your pool and collect samples easily! Most pool stores accept and analyze samples for no cost. They can give you a more accurate reading as well as make recommendations on what to do next. This is most helpful when you’re unsure of a problem or how to improve it. For example, your pH level might be too high, but when you add chemicals to lower it, the alkalinity drops too low. Another example is when your water is green, but treating it for algae didn't work and you need to know if metals are causing it. | Run the pump in the morning for 15 minutes. Take the sample in the middle of the pool. Collect a sample in a cup or a bottle. Dip the collecting cup elbow-deep into the water. Test at least once a week. Take the pool sample to an expert when you’re unsure. |
The common gauges are 10, 12, 16, 20, 28, and .410. 28 is smaller than 20 which is smaller than 16. The larger the gauge, the smaller in diameter the shell is .410 is an odd exception, just remember it is the smallest. If it is, you can only shoot slugs - preferentially "sabot slugs". If your barrel does not have grooves in it, you can shoot everything, including sabot slugs - though the slugs won't be very accurate. For small animals or clay targets, buy shotshells with small shot ("birdshot", #9 up to, say #4) in them. Not only are they the cheapest shells available, but they are gentler on your shotgun and (generally) your shoulder. For larger small animals, such as ducks up to large geese, you should buy shotshells with somewhat larger shot, say #5 up to #2. For larger animals, such as coyotes or deer, it is best to use slugs - the largest round available in a shotgun shell. Alternatively, you may choose to buy slugs for shooting large animals. Remember, sabot slugs for rifled barrels, "rifled" slugs for smooth barrels. To fit a shotgun, Hold the shotgun with your dominant shooting hand with the barrel pointed up, rest the end of the shotgun stock in the crook of your arm, where your elbow is bent, if your trigger finger can reach the trigger comfortably then the gun fits your arm and fits you! | Find out what gauge of shotgun you are buying ammo for. Find out if your shotgun barrel is rifled. Decide what you are going to use the ammo for: |
Once you are finished putting it all together, use the “Preview full screen” button in the View tab to watch the movie from start to finish. Make note of anything that doesn't work correctly or that needs tweaking. You can use the Share section in the Home tab to upload your video directly to sites like YouTube and Facebook. Movie Maker will ask what resolution you would like to save the movie in, and then ask you to sign in with your Microsoft Account. Once you do, you will be able to upload the video, as long the video fits the guidelines for the site you are uploading to. You must have a verified YouTube account in order to upload videos longer than 15 minutes. Click the arrow underneath the “Save movie” button in the Home tab to open a list of preset formats that you can save your video as. Choose the device that you plan on watching the video on, and Movie Maker will do the conversion automatically. The first option is recommended settings for your specific project. You can choose “Create custom settings” to specify exactly how you would like the video encoded. | Preview your creation. Share the video directly to a social network. Save the video to your computer. |
Build a snowman, a snow family, or snow animals like a cat, dog, bird, or caterpillar! Use sticks, pine cones, rocks, and anything else you can find in nature to make faces for your snow creatures, or grab some buttons, hats, and scarves from inside to dress them up. Gather some snow into a cup and drizzle on maple syrup, fruit juice, or soda for a snow slushie. Or add milk, sugar, and vanilla extract to snow to make snow ice cream. You should only eat snow in small quantities and only if it is clean and clear of pollutants and pesticides. You may not want to eat snow if you live in an area with heavy smog or other local pollutants, and you should always steer clear of snow that is colored yellow, brown, pink, or any other color than pure white. Fill spray bottles with water and food coloring to write or draw with colors in the snow. Spell your name, make a tic-tac-toe board, or just create beautiful designs. Check out your favorite park or trail—or just your own block—to see how different it looks in the snow, spot all the footprints and animal tracks you can see, and find the best snowman in the neighborhood. Line the railing of a deck or patio with birdseed, or coat pinecones in peanut butter and then roll them in birdseed. Place them somewhere you can see easily from a window, and have fun watching and trying to identify all the birds that show up for a snack. | Make a snowman or other creatures. Make snow slushies or ice cream. Color the snow. Go for a walk. Put out birdseed. |
Make an appointment with a psychologist or therapist to discuss a diagnosis of anxiety. Certain medical professionals are qualified to diagnose anxiety, including psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, social works, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and some physicians who are well-trained in mental health diagnosis. Try asking your general practitioner for a referral to someone who can give you a diagnosis. You may be given a psychological evaluation, which can include answering questions about your symptoms, thoughts, behaviors, moods, and feelings and filling out a questionnaire. Once you have a diagnosis, this can be a huge relief. You now have the awareness to bring healing and improved health to your life. You may want to rule out certain diagnoses or medication interactions, which is why it can be helpful to meet your general practitioner. Talk about your symptoms with your physician. You may be given a physical exam or have some lab tests taken. Be sure to discuss any medications you use, in addition to any supplements, vitamins, or herbs you take. Discuss any substances you’ve used recently and regular alcohol consumption or tobacco use, as well as caffeine consumption. If you do have an anxiety diagnosis, it's best to start treatment right away. The faster you address your anxiety disorder, the better you can begin to feel. Many people choose to attend therapy as a primary way of addressing symptoms. Cognitive-behavior therapy is a technique that helps you think and act differently by challenging irrational beliefs that have a basis in fear and negative thought patterns and replacing them with more positive thoughts. Your therapist may teach you certain relaxation methods which can help calm anxiety, such as deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation. Practice relaxation and calming activities regularly to buffer stress and anxiety. You can also learn strategies to use in the moment, as you’re experiencing anxiety or a panic attack, such as grounding techniques and diversion skills. | Consult with a mental health professional. Meet with a physician. Plan for treatment. |
Go find a smart phone that you no longer use, but that is in working condition. It doesn't have to be the most up-to-date model, but it should have sufficient storage to download the Skype application. Delete other apps to make room, if necessary. Now that the old phone has Skype up and running, go through and make sure that you have active Skype accounts on any phones that you plan to use to monitor your baby, usually your primary cell phone. Use a stand or a shelf to position the phone so that it captures the entirety of your baby's room or just the crib area, essentially whatever it is you would like to view. Make sure that you get the distance right so that you can see you baby's movements, but also small details as well. It may help to pull up Skype as you are positioning the room phone. Have your partner or someone else stand in another location and tell you what they are seeing on their connected phone. This will allow you to make small adjustments in positioning. | Pull out an old phone. Install Skype on your primary phones. Install the old phone in the room. |
If a $300 sweater has sleeves that hang past your hands, you're not going to look great in it. The best way to look great in any sweater is to find the brands that fit you best, then stick with them. Make sure the fabric fits close to your body without feeling restrictive. Aim on having the sleeves end at your wrists and the hem end at your waist. Unfortunately, all manufacturers have different fits. It depends on the model they use when making the clothing. You might find that a sweater from a high-end designer fits you much more poorly than one from the general store around the corner. Larger manufacturers tend to make sweaters that fit as many people as possible. That means you often don't get a great fit. To get a better fit, consider going to higher-end department stores and trying on different brands. Sometimes you can purchase a sweater and get it altered to fit better. The work is difficult, so most tailors don't bother with it. If you really like a sweater, though, you might be able to find an expert tailor that can help. Bulky sweaters generally aren't a good choice when you're trying to look stylish. A big, puffy sweater doesn't pair well with most clothing. You end up needing bulkier pants in order to match it, which makes you look even bigger. For that reason, save your big sweaters for the most casual occasions, including times when you're out in the cold. For example, a thick cable knit sweater is a fine choice when you're at home or when you're sitting around a campfire. It's not recommended for date night or office work. You can't really put a jacket over a bulky sweater since it makes you look like a ball of fabric. Thick sweaters are meant to be worn as is with little adornment. Put on a thick pair of jeans and some boots, then brave the cold. Fitted sweaters are far more versatile than bulkier sweaters and are a fashionable choice in most situations. Since these sweaters are thinner, they are a better choice for spring and autumn weather than harsh winters. However, there are a wide variety of fitted sweaters available, so you can always find something to customize into an outfit you're proud to wear in public. For instance, you might get a nice turtleneck to wear at semi-formal events. You could also put on a nice cardigan for a casual night out and then build upon it for a formal appointment. | Find a sweater that fits you comfortably without hanging off your body. Select a bulky sweater for warmth and outdoor use. Pick a fitted sweater when you need to look stylish. |
Taco salad is a Mexican- or Tex-Mex-inspired dish. The salad, which is made up of lettuce, beans, corn, tomato, cheese, spices, and other taco fixings, is served with corn chips on the side, or served in an edible tortilla bowl. Taco salads are not likely to be served in a fine or formal dining setting, so you have more freedom in terms of eating them. One way to eat a taco salad is to crush up the corn chips or tortilla bowl and mix the pieces in with the salad, then eat the salad with a fork. You can also use the tortilla chips to scoop up bites of salad, and use the tortilla bites like an edible spoon. Tuna, egg, and chicken salads are creamy salads made with one of those ingredients and mayonnaise. They can also be mixed with other ingredients, such as spices, celery, nuts, and onions. These salads can either be eaten alone with a fork, or they can be made into a sandwich. Take two pieces of bread and either leave them plain or toast them according to your taste. Spread a thick layer of tuna, egg, or chicken salad on one piece of bread, and place the second piece of bread on top of the salad. Garnish with lettuce, tomatoes, or pickles if you like. Instead of sandwiches, these salads can also be served spread on crackers. Use a knife to spread small amounts of salad onto individual crackers. While potato salad is usually creamy like tuna or egg salad, pasta salad usually has an oil-based dressing. Both are served cold or warm, and are eaten with a fork. Potato salad is made with boiled potatoes that are cut into bite-sized pieces. It is usually mixed with mayonnaise or another cream sauce, and combined with ingredients such as onions or chives, eggs, bacon, and spices. Pasta salad uses boiled pasta, such as bowties or penne noodles, that are mixed with oil, spices, vegetables, and greens. This Italian salad is made with fresh mozzarella, raw slices of tomato, fresh basil, and a simple balsamic or olive oil dressing. The cheese and tomatoes are usually layered, and you can eat this salad with a knife and fork. Use your knife to cut off a small bite that has cheese, tomato, and basil. Dip the bite in some of the dressing before eating your bite. | Try taco salad. Make a salad sandwich. Eat potato or pasta salad. Try Caprese salad. |
When you really care for someone, it can be easy ignore the signals that they do not feel the same way. The longer you ignore these, however, the longer you will draw out your rejection and heartache. Some indicators include: She won't make time for you. She doesn't return your texts/calls. She never reaches out to you to make plans. She says she likes you as a friend. She's not interested in physical affection. She has told you that she's not in love with you. Whether you've noticed a series of signs or the girl has straight up told you that she doesn't have feelings for you, you need to do some work to accept that it is true. The heart wants what it wants and it can very rarely be swayed otherwise. Don't imagine that you will change her mind. Take her at her word and accept that it's over. It can be helpful to say it out loud to yourself or a friend. You might say, "My relationship with Katie is over. Katie doesn't love me." When you experience rejection, you are likely to feel a range of emotions, including disbelief, anger, and sadness. Do whatever you need to do to feel these feelings and to process them. Cry if you feel like crying. Talk to your friends. Write in a journal. Comfort yourself with things you like, such as ice cream, hot baths, or movies. | Look for clues. Accept that its over. Feel your feelings. |
One way to gain admiration of girls around you is to act like a gentleman at all times. If you act like a gentleman, girls will see that you are serious, mature, and know how to treat them. Practice the art of quiet confidence. Gentlemen are confident, but never find the need to brag. To be more confident, constantly tell yourself how capable you are. Don't question yourself or your abilities. Be sure of yourself. Always be polite and show respect to the girls around you. In order to be polite and respectful, never force anyone to do anything they don't want to do. In addition, don't think you know what they want or what they think. Always ask people their opinions and thank them when appropriate. Remember, you do not need to patronize or treat women in an inferior manner to act like a gentleman. Simply remember to be considerate and thoughtful. To be more considerate, always think of others as you are doing something. Ask yourself "how do my words or actions affect other people?" When talking to girls around you or anyone else, you should show that you are a positive person with a positive worldview. This is important, as many people admire people with positive outlooks and want to surround themselves with positive people. Always try to emphasize the bright side or silver lining of problematic events. Never say bad things about people. Encourage your friends to better themselves and to achieve the goals they want to achieve. Another way to gain the admiration of girls is to be a good listener. Good listeners do just that – they listen. When you truly listen to people, you send the signal that you care about them. Ask girls about themselves and what they like and think. Don't interrupt them as they speak. Try to remember what people are saying. Respect is a key value in any relationship and one that everyone, especially girls, will admire. Respect goes both ways. Each person in a new encounter or relationship should have respect not only for themselves but also for others. Here are some easy ways you can stress respect in communication: Use words of encouragement. “It sounds like you had a rough day at work, but I really admire how you handled that tough situation. I’m always here for you if you need to talk.” Communicate words of understanding. “You have a very interesting point of view that I’d love to understand more. Please tell me more about what you think and what led you to that conclusion.” Communicate words of unity. “I have some insight from my background in math, but that doesn't mean I have all of the right answers. I respect your role and what you’re able to contribute to the group, too, and would love to hear your take.” Empathy is one trait that most people admire in others. If you consistently show empathy to people, you’ll become known as someone who is empathetic. In the end, more girls will respect and admire you. If someone you’re talking to or socializing with is going through a rough patch, let them know that you understand their struggle and that you care for them. Avoid dismissing the struggles of others. Show warmth to people as you talk to them. If you have a hard time empathizing, just try to imagine yourself in their situation. Being a charitable person who helps others is also an admirable quality. If you consistently help people who need help, you’ll build a reputation as someone who spends your time helping others. Volunteer at a homeless shelter or soup kitchen. Organize a Toys for Tots drive around the holidays. Collect money for UNICEF or do other fundraising for the less fortunate. Invite others, like girls you know, to help. | Act like a gentleman. Demonstrate a positive worldview. Listen to girls when they speak. Show respect. Empathize with people. Provide help to people who need help. |
If you want to paint some simple pattern designs on your cookies, there are several things you can make inside of the border edge you drew. One easy design is to paint polka dots. You just squeeze small drops of icing out of your piping bags and drop them across the top of your cookie. The polka dots could easily be turned into hearts. With a toothpick, just shape the polka dots into the shape of hearts while they’re still wet. You can make stripes on the cookies that could easily be converted to zig zags. After drawing stripes across the top of your cookies, use a toothpick to turn the stripes into zig zags while the icing is still wet. The color blocking technique uses a combination of the thicker and thinner icings you created. For example, this technique works great if you want to make a candy cane design. With the white, thicker icing, draw rectangles on top of the cookie. These will serve as the white stripes of your candy cane. Using the thinner icing, fill the spaces between the white lines with red icing. " Draw a border around the cookie with thicker icing, and then use the thinner icing to coat the surface of the cookie and paint it green. Then you can add "decorations" to your tree. With different colors of icing, you could add dots to the surface of the cookie that are "ornaments." You could add sprinkles to the surface of the tree, or even edible glitter and crystallized sugar. Now that you know how to draw with icing, and use the flooding technique, you can get creative with your cookie design. Use a mix of different colors, you can paint different designs on the tops of the cookies. You could also use a combination of icing and things like sprinkles or edible glitter. | Paint simple pattern designs on the cookie. Design a candy cane with color blocking. Design a Christmas tree cookie with icing and "decorations. Experiment with your own designs. |
Dampen your rag or sponge with hot water. Use a powdered cleanser like Comet, Ajax, Bon Ami, or Bar Keeper's Friend. Scrub at the crayon stains in your dryer. Rub hard to work the crayon out. Sprinkle your powdered cleanser onto a dampened toothbrush. Scrub with the toothbrush in any cracks and corners where the crayon might have wedged itself. Add more cleanser to the head of your toothbrush as needed to really scrub at the crayon. Dip a clean sponge or rag into water. Use this to wipe off the loose crayon wax. Wipe any chunks of crayon off of the sponge or rag and wet it again. Now use it to wipe off any powdered cleanser still in your dryer. Be sure that you have rinsed all the powdered cleanser out of the dryer before you start the process again. You might need to begin by running the dryer for another 15 minutes. This will loosen any stubborn crayon wax. Scrub and rinse. Test your dryer's cleanliness on some old clothes or white rags to check that there are no stains left. | Put some cleanser on a wet sponge or rag. Use an old toothbrush to scrub cracks and corners. Rinse off the cleanser. Repeat this process until all the crayon wax is gone. |
Use a search engine to look for a salon in your area online (try search terms: "salon dreadlocks") or ask around for a recommendation. This gives you a chance to meet the stylist, and the stylist a chance to assess your hair and give you an estimate of the time needed and costs involved. Keep in mind that a salon removal will still be very time consuming, and a full dreadlock takedown can cost upwards of $500 USD. Consider getting a few estimates since this is a such a large investment. Treat the appointment like a mini-vacation, and try to have fun. Your pocketbook may sting afterward, but your arms and hair will probably thank you. | Find a stylist that specializes in dreadlocks and dreadlock removal. Schedule a consultation. Book your appointment and enjoy! |
If the box opens at one end, arrange the open side up. This way, it'll be easier to measure the inside. You will need a tape-measure, a ruler, or any other standardized distance reference. You will be measuring your box in either inches or centimeters, depending on your location and your purposes. Be sure to use a reference that displays the relevant units. Keep writing materials at your disposal: a pen, a pencil, or word processor. You could also use a phone or other handheld device. Write down each measurement as you take it, lest you forget. You will need to know the length, the width, and the depth. If you are trying to figure out whether something will fit inside the box, then you need to measure the inside. Box sizes for mailing and shipping always correspond to the inner dimensions of the container. Measure the length: Hold a tape-measure or a measuring stick along the longest inner side of the box. Press the tip of the measure into one corner of the box, and stretch the tape along the length of the long side to the adjacent corner. Record the number where the non-zero end of the tape-measure meets the adjacent corner of the box. If the box is rectangular, you can assume that the other "long" side is the same length. Measure the width: Hold a tape-measure or a measuring stick along the shorter inner side of the box. Press the tip of the measure into one corner of the box, then stretch the tape across the short side to the adjacent corner. If the box is rectangular, you can assume that the other "short" side is the same length. If the width matches the length, then the box is square. Measure the depth: Press the tape-measure into the bottom of the box, along any side, and stretch the tape up to the open top of the box. Keep the tape perfectly parallel with the creases in the corners of the box, and record the number that sits where the tape measure meets the top edge of the box. If the walls of your box are particularly thick, the exterior measurements may differ somewhat from the interior measurements. If the walls are very thin, you can probably just use the interior measurements. In any case, you will need to know the length, the width, and the height. Measure the length: Hold a tape-measure or a measuring stick along the longest outer side of the box. Hold the 0-end of the measure against one corner of the box, then stretch the tape along the length of the long side to the adjacent corner. Record the length. Measure the width: Hold a tape-measure or a measuring stick along the shorter outer side of the box. As with the length, hold the tip of the measure against one corner of the box, then stretch the tape along the short side to the adjacent corner. Record the width. Measure the height: Hold the tip of the tape-measure against the bottom of the box, along any side, and stretch the tape up to the open top of the box. In most casual cases, you can round to the nearest inch or centimeter. If the box must hold an object of a very specific size, and you are not absolutely sure that the object will fit – record the nearest half-inch, quarter-inch, or eighth-inch. Most tape-measures are accurate to the nearest millimeter (1/10 cm) or 1/16 inch. This is all that the casual box-measurer will need. | Place the box on a flat surface. Measure the inside of the box. Measure the outside of the box. Take careful measurements. |
Any branches that are discolored, bare, or limp need to be removed. Take the branch in 1 hand and use your other hand to cut it off at the base of the stem with your pruners. If the base of a stem is particularly thick or tough, try using larger shears or a small hacksaw. Wipe down the blade of your pruners with rubbing alcohol after you cut off a diseased branch. This will help prevent the disease from spreading to other branches. Some branches of the bush will most likely have grown quite a bit longer than the others. Use the pruners to trim these back significantly, so that they’re closer to the size of the adjacent branches. Once all the overly long branches have been trimmed, you should be able to see the natural shape of the plant more clearly. There will probably be some areas that look overcrowded with branches, especially near the bottom of the bush. By removing about one third of this wood, you’ll give your bush a cleaner look. This also makes room for new branches to grow in. | Cut off any damaged or dead branches. Shorten overly long branches. Remove one third of the old wood at the ground level. |
Your values are the things that are most important to you in your life. To focus on your values, write down what they are, and then figure out how to make them priorities. You might write down “family” as a core value. Make specific goals on how to focus on your relationship with your family. For example, you could write down, “Eat lunch with my siblings every Saturday.” Concentrating on your values can help you feel more centered and can also make it easier to focus on the positive things in your life. If you are in a relationship, you’ll want to make this one of your value categories--if of course, this relationship is healthy for you.Ask yourself questions such as, “What type of partner do I want to be?” and “What do I need from this relationship?” Once you've determined what you want your relationship to look like, take concrete steps to make that happen. Maybe you wrote down that you need clear communication in your relationship. With your partner, set aside 20 minutes a day to talk to each other. Put down your devices, turn off the TV, and focus on any issues at hand. If you wrote down that you want to be a more attentive partner, you could take time to check in with your partner during the day instead of waiting until after work. Your friends can be one of your greatest assets when you’re battling depression. When you’re practicing BA, make sure to think about your relationships with your friends. Look for ways to make those bonds stronger. Write down what you value about each friendship, such as "Amy always makes me laugh". List concrete ways that you can work to improve your relationships. For instance, "I'll make an effort to invite Amy to more social events." Your career might be another area that is a major priority in your life. Sometimes depression and anxiety can make it feel like you’re going nowhere at work. When you are practicing BA, make sure to write out a list of concrete goals and update this list regularly. Make short-term goals. For example, you might write “Increase my sales by 10% this month.” Include long-term goals. You could say, “Become a Vice President of Accounting within the next year.” Find a way to get involved in your town or neighborhood. Community engagement can help you feel connected to others and also give you a sense of accomplishment. Plus, you’re helping someone in need! Find a place to volunteer that fits your interests. If you’re a dog lover, ask the local shelter if they need help. If you’re an avid reader, check with the local library to see if they need volunteers. | Make time for your family. Commit to your romantic relationship, if applicable. Devote time to your friendships. Set clear goals at work. Contribute to the community. |
Your grill should be hot before you place any meat on it. Using a nonstick spray will make it easier when you have to flip your London Broil. Set your grill to medium heat. You should cook your London Broil 4 inches above your coals. You know when one side of your meat is ready because of the dark caramelization that should form on each side. Don't move or flip your London Broil more than once, or it could cook unevenly and become tough. Move the London Broil to a separate plate and allow it to rest so it retains its juices and finishes cooking. Do not put your London Broil on the same plate that you used to hold the raw meat or you may get sick from cross contamination. | Preheat your grill and rack and apply a nonstick spray. Place the London Broil on the grill and cook it for 9 to 10 minutes on each side. Remove your London Broil from the grill and let sit for 10 minutes. |
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