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Become engrossed in a new hobby or develop a new skill. In addition to providing one more interesting thing for you to share with others, lifelong learners tend to be happier and healthier. You can find local and low cost classes at community centers, community colleges, and online. Examples of popular classes include, foreign languages, dance, and art. Learn to cook something new. Preparing and eating new dishes can be exciting and adventurous eating may be related to healthier lifestyles. If you aren't much of a cook, commit to trying all of the restaurants in your local area. Don't worry about not liking the food. If you don't like it, at least you've learned something new about yourself and have one more thing to talk about. When learning something new, fully embrace the experience. When in classes or at shows, volunteer when teachers or performers ask. Directly interacting with the demonstrator will help you to stay present in the moment and fully embrace the new task. If you are shy or have social anxiety, you may not be comfortable volunteering in front of others. You might try staying after class to ask questions or request individual assistance. | Take a class. Eat adventurously. Be the audience volunteer. |
Check online to see if there are any fun movies currently playing in the movie theater. Choose a film that fits into a genre that you really enjoy. To double the fun, invite a friend or family member to come along! You can save money by seeing a matinee instead of a nighttime movie showing. Try switching things up! If you usually watch drama films, opt for an action movie instead. Start saving up money by working at a local business over the summer. Look for places near you that are hiring, like restaurants and retail stores. If you don't have a car of your own, try applying to places that are relatively close to your home. When you’re scouting for jobs in the area, ask employers right off the bat if they hire teenagers. Some businesses are okay with hiring teens, while others require you to be at least 18. Look on a map or search online to find an exciting, interesting place to sightsee. If you can't decide on a town to visit, try going to the next town or city over from your hometown. You never know what fun things might be waiting for you nearby. If you live near a public transit system, see if a friend or family member would be interested in going with you to visit a big city. Search online to see if there are any concerts or fun musical activities being hosted in your community. Depending on the venue or event, you might be able to get in for free, or you might have to pay for a ticket. Invite a friend or family member to join you whenever the time comes! If it's an outdoor music festival, bring a towel or blanket to sit on. Ask your parent or guardian for permission to register for a summer camp. If your parents or guardians tend to be more overprotective, try attending a day camp instead of a sleep away excursion. Choose a generalized summer camp if you want to do stereotypical camp activities, or register for a specialized camp if you want to focus on 1 specific activity (e.g., horseback riding)! Depending on the place, specialized camp can end up being expensive. Invite a friend to join you for summer camp. Search online to locate the nearest escape room, or puzzle room. Get a group of friends or family members together and register for an escape room, where you work as a group to find your way out of a locked room. Before booking anything, be sure to check the reviews of the escape room business first. Ask for everyone to chip in a little bit of money to make the cost more manageable. If you’re traveling with younger kids, try choosing an escape room with a more family-friendly theme. Search online to see if there are any parks or trail systems near your home. When the weather is nice, drive or catch a ride to begin exploring the great outdoors! Take in the beautiful scenery by taking a hike, or by going on a bike ride. Ask your friends and family to join you on a hike. If you have a furry friend, bring them along too! | Watch a movie at your local theater. Get a part-time job to make some extra cash. Visit a nearby town as a fun day trip. Attend a nearby music festival. Sign up for a summer camp in your area. Find an escape room in your town. Check out local parks and hiking trails to enjoy nature. |
Sometimes you can figure out what's causing your dog's allergic reaction simply by identifying where the itchy rash develops. The condition of your dog's skin and fur also give you an idea of how severe the reaction is. For example, if your dog has a rash around its paws, it may be allergic to grass or something else it comes into contact with when walking outside. A rash around your dog's rump may indicate that your dog is allergic to fleas. These areas are where fleas tend to bite most often. If you suspect your dog has allergic dermatitis, a veterinarian can help you ensure that your pet gets proper treatment. While it is possible to treat allergic dermatitis at home, it's still important to have a vet examine your dog for other health issues or secondary infections. The veterinarian will also rule out any other potential causes of your dog's rash, apart from a possible allergy. The veterinarian will need to know as much as possible about your dog's food and environment so they can figure out potential causes of your dog's rash. If your dog has had problems with rashes or itching in the past, let the veterinarian know. If you found a treatment that worked to eliminate a rash or itching in the past, tell the veterinarian what you did. Also, consider if there is a pattern to when your dog tends to have symptoms, such as if the itching is worse in the summer and improves during the winter. Once the veterinarian has a good idea what's causing your dog's allergic dermatitis, they may want to do a blood or skin test to confirm their diagnosis. While allergy tests can be expensive, they can help you better determine the proper treatment options for your dog. Allergy tests sometimes give false positives. Most veterinarians won't rely on an allergy test exclusively to make a diagnosis. However, an allergy test can confirm a diagnosis a veterinarian is already fairly confident of. Keep in mind that your vet will likely need to run additional tests to rule out other causes of itchiness, such as parasitic disease. | Evaluate the locations of itching or hair loss on your dog. Take your dog to the veterinarian for an examination. Provide information about your dog's medical history to the veterinarian. Get allergy tests for your dog to confirm the cause. |
Each county in Oregon has a county elections office. You can find addresses and phone numbers for each office here. Go to your local elections office during its hours of operation. Ask someone on staff to assist you with your voter registration. You will need to provide your driver's license number or the last four digits of your social security number. If you do not have those, you can provide some other photo ID, a paycheck stub, utility bill, bank statement, government document, or proof of eligibility under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act or the Voting Accessibility for the Elderly and Handicapped Act. The staffer will provide you with any necessary voter registration forms. Allow a few minutes to complete the paperwork. If you are homeless, provide the address of the place where you sleep, or enter the address of the county clerk. You can always pick up a ballot from the county clerk's office. If you are concerned about your safety or privacy, request and fill out an Application to Exempt Residence Address from Disclosure as a Public Record (SEL 550). | Locate your county elections office. Visit the elections office. Fill out your forms. |
If you have enough financial support to purchase undeveloped land to build a new campus for your college. Hire an architect and draw up blueprints for your campus buildings. A brand new campus will help you attract new faculty and students. Building from scratch allows you to have full control over the design of your college campus. Rent an existing space to convert into classrooms for your college. Look for office or commercial space in the area that you can lease so you can start your college classes. Look online for available spaces in your area you can rent. Even if the facilities are temporary, you can still operate a successful college if you have classroom space set up. Lease a building for your college until you’re able to find or purchase a permanent location. Build and design a website for your college that can host online classes, has a student access portal, and resources for faculty and students. A fully functioning website that students and faculty can access for classes means you can start your college right away. Online universities don't have to pay rent space or hire staff to maintain facilities. | Build a new campus if you have enough funding. Lease an existing building to turn into a campus if you can’t purchase one yet. Launch your college courses online instead of using a physical classroom. |
Locate where the hoses connect on your vacuum and remove them by turning the ends counterclockwise. When both of the hose ends are loose, simply pull it off of your vacuum cleaner. Some hoses have small clips on them. If that's the case for your vacuum, press down on the clip tab and pull it out from the port. If there's a clog that you can see in either your hose or where the hose connects to the vacuum, try to reach in with a pair of needle nose pliers. Grab the blockage and pull it out from your vacuum so it doesn't prevent any suction. Check your hose attachments and wand to see if there are any clogs in them that may prevent your vacuum from having full suction. Unravel a wire hanger so you have a long piece of metal that you can feed into the nozzles on your vacuum. Push one end of the wire hanger into the nozzles until you hit a clog. Push the wire up and down to try and break the blockage apart. When you’re finished, pull the hanger out of the vacuum cleaner. You may also use a snake tool meant for cleaning vacuum cleaners. The tool may be found online. Be careful as you feed the hanger into your hose since the wire could puncture through it. Screw each end of the hose back onto the ports on your vacuum. As soon as they’re sealed, plug your vacuum in and test its suction. You should have full suction after removing all of the clogs. | Unscrew the hose from your vacuum. Use a pair of pliers to pull out any clogs at the ends of the hose. Poke a wire hanger through the hose and tubes to get rid of deeper clogs. Replace the hose on your vacuum and try it again. |
Anyone can make this hackysack, even if you've never sewed before. The result is pretty sturdy if you use strong thread. One disadvantage is that sand – a great stuffing for beginners or people practicing tricks – will leak out the hole. Most players will still have plenty of fun with rice or lentil stuffing instead. Find a pair of old socks without holes or worn areas. Cut off the tip of each one, about 3–4 inches (7.5–10 cm) from the toes. Thread a needle with a long piece of strong thread. Pull it through both sides of the sock, near the hole. Continue sewing by moving the needle back through the sock again in the other direction. Repeat this back-and-forth movement until the sock is sewn mostly shut. Leave a gap for stuffing the sock. Polyester thread is cheap and strong, making it a good choice for this project. The closer together your thread lines, the less your hacky sack will leak stuffing. Stick a funnel in the hole, or a rolled-up paper cone. Fill the sock with stuffing material. Uncooked rice or lentils are cheap and large enough that they won't fall out much. Plastic pellets or steel pellets from a hobby store will give more control, and feel more like commercial hacky sacks. Sand and birdseed tends to leak out of this style hacky sack. Finish sewing the hole shut once the sock is filled. Tie the thread into a knot and snip off the excess. For extra protection, pull the second piece of sock over the first. Sew it shut just as you did the first one. Align this sock so the two holes are on opposite ends, reducing the chance of material leaking out. | Use this for an easy, but sturdy hacky sack. Cut an old sock. Sew one piece most of the way closed. Pour in rice or other material. Sew the sock closed. Sew the second sock over the first. |
Turn a square of origami paper (with the colored side up) so that it looks like a diamond. Take the top of the diamond and fold it all the way down to the bottom and crease. Your paper should now resemble a triangle with the longest side at the top. Take the left tip of the triangle and fold it over so that it lays on top of the right tip. Crease the fold. Now your paper should look like a smaller triangle with upper and lower flaps. Take the right tip of the top flap and push it toward the bottom tip. To do this, open up the flap as you push, and then fold the paper down flat so that the tips touch. Turn the paper over, and repeat this step on the other side with the lower/left flap. You’ll now have a smaller square with upper and lower flaps. Take the left and right tips of the upper flap and fold them toward the center. Crease the folds, then unfold the tips again. Take the bottom of the upper flap, and raise it upwards. Gently push it down flat. The sides of this flap should fold inward along the creases you previously made on the sides of the upper flap. Flip your paper over, and repeat this step on the other side. Your paper will now look like a narrow diamond, with upper and lower flaps. Fold the left and right tips of the upper flap of the diamond from the bottom tip, moving them toward the center. Crease the folds. Turn the paper over and repeat on the other side. You should now have an even narrower diamond, with the bottom tip at a narrower angle than the top one. After narrowing the diamond, take the right flap of each side and fold it over the left flap. Take the upper flap at its bottom point, folding it upwards. Crease the fold about three-fourths of the way from the bottom. Flip your paper over and repeat on the other side. If you hold your paper in your hand, you should now feel narrow pieces on the left and right in between the upper and lower flaps. Gently pull these apart until they look roughly like a bird's neck and tail with wings sticking up between them. Crease the folds to hold them in place. Choose which point you want to be your bird's neck. Push down slightly on the fold near the end. Keep pushing until the fold goes inward and the tip forms roughly a right angle with the neck, forming the bird's head. Crease the fold. Now your paper should look like your bird's wings are pointed straight up. Fold them down on each side of the bird's body, and make a horizontal crease. Lift them up slightly, and the wings should now stick out at the sides, so that your crane looks like it is in flight. | Make a diagonal fold. Fold the paper in half. Open the top flap. Fold the left and right sides in. Lift the upper flap. Make the paper narrower. Fold the bottom of the diamond upwards. Form the crane’s neck and tail. Make the bird’s head. Fold the crane’s wings. Finished. |
Find a leave-in conditioner that works best for your type of hair. If you are prone to frizzy or dry hair, choose one specifically made to handle frizzy hair. For oil prone hair, look for lighter solutions. Mix a quarter cup of leave-in conditioner with equal parts water and 2–4 tablespoons (29.6–59.1 ml) of oil. Using coconut oil may leave an unwanted scent in your hair. If you have dry hair that is prone to breakage, you should moisturize your scalp on a daily basis. Gently spray over the top of your head to make your hair damp with moisturizer. With oily hair, make sure that the ends of your cornrows are also getting oil. Rub each cornrow individually and remember to moisturize your scalp as well. Using this mixture will prevent your hair from getting dry and breaking. Shea butter is another option if you want to use a different product to moisturize your cornrows. Wearing a satin or silk scarf will prevent your hair from being dry and helps maintain volume. Unlike cotton, it will not absorb your hair's natural oils and will allow for less friction between your hair and pillow as you sleep. You can also use a satin or silk pillowcase as an alternative to a head scarf. Satin scarves are also called bonnets or head-wraps. Satin and silk headscarves can be found at beauty salons, certain department stores, or online boutiques. | Mix leave-in conditioner, oil, and water in a spray bottle. Shake your bottle and spray your cornrows with moisturizer. Gently rub the moisturizer into your cornrows. Wrap your hair in a satin or silk scarf. |
Before you start flipping, pirouetting and standing on your head, you should work to reach a base level of physical conditioning. Build your muscular strength by performing calisthenics exercises such as push ups, pull ups, air squats, and crunches. Go for a jog or swim laps a couple of times a week to get in better cardiovascular shape. Begin stretching thoroughly every day—flexibility plays a critical role in gymnastics. As you progress, keep up with your strength and conditioning exercises and increase their intensity. If you have a history of serious injury or a condition that makes strenuous exercise difficult or risky, gymnastics may not be for you, but other sports are out there. Start learning all the most basic skills from the ground up. You may have performed some gymnastics moves as a kid or think you have a pretty good idea of how it's supposed to be done, but if you want to learn the right way you need to put pride aside and start from square one. Looking at each skill like it's your first time will help do away with any misconceptions you may have and orient you with the correct technique. Any expert will tell you that the most important aspect of getting good at anything is mastering the basics. Spending more time becoming confident with fundamental skills will benefit you in the long run. Some good techniques to add to your repertoire when you’re first starting out are backbends, bridges, headstands, handstands, forward and backward somersaults, cartwheels and splits. Do every skill the right way or don't do it at all. Proper form and precision are the two most important components of the sport. If you learn something the wrong way, not only do you run the risk of injury but you might also establish bad habits that affect every skill that builds off that movement. Film yourself and compare it to the photo and video tutorials you’re using to review your technique. Whenever you get a chance, set aside time to drill the techniques you’ve learned. Only work on skills that it's safe for you to do by yourself or under the supervision of an adult or someone else who can spot you. This will mostly include simple floor movements—flips and other complex skills will be too dangerous to learn on your own. Formal instruction can provide you with useful cues for learning more quickly, but the progress you’re able to make depends almost entirely on how hard you’re willing to study and work. Try to set aside at least three hours a week to train. Remember, practice doesn't make perfect: perfect practice makes perfect. You should always put special emphasis on the correct form when training and give it your all. | Make sure you’re physically prepared. Approach each skill as a beginner. Focus on technique. Practice religiously. |
You can use any web browser on PC or Mac. This open's your YouTube home page, if you're already logged in. If you aren't already logged into YouTube, click Sign in and enter your email address and password to continue. It's in the top-right side of the YouTube page. A drop-down menu will appear. If you have not uploaded a profile image for your account, your profile image appears as a colored circle with your initial in the middle. The drop-down menu has a different layout depending on what page you access it from. The Settings menu is either halfway down the drop-down menu, or a button that resembles a gear near the top below your username. If you want to change the name of an attached channel, instead click Switch account, click the channel's name, and click the profile icon again. This link is to the right of your name, just below the "Account information" heading. Use the "First" and "Last" text fields respectively to enter your first and last name. If you want your username to appear as several words (e.g. "Love and Puppies"), you might write the first word in the "First" field and the rest of the phrase in the "Last" field. If you're changing a channel name, this field will simply say "Name" and it will not require a "Last" section. You can also add a nickname for yourself under Nickname. You can display your nickname as part of your name by clicking the downward facing triangle across from Display my name as: and then choose how you want your nickname to be included. It's at the bottom of the name-change window. This changes your account's username (or channel name). | Go to https://www.youtube.com in a web browser. Click your profile image. Click Settings or . Click Edit on Google. Enter a first and last name. Click OK. Click CHANGE NAME when prompted. |
A piece of pork shoulder should be at roughly room temperature before cooking. If refrigerated, let the pork sit for roughly half an hour prior to cooking. If frozen, you may need to let the pork defrost overnight. While waiting for your pork shoulder to warm, it's a good idea to let the oven warm up (especially if yours is slow to heat). If your pork is frozen and defrosting, you may need to wait until the end of the defrosting process to turn on your oven. Use a cooking rack to ensure the pork does not sit in its own juices as it cooks. An oven-safe pan can collect the pork's juices as they drain during cooking - you can dispose of these after cooking or use them for gravy, etc. Place the pork on the rack fat side up. As the pork cooks, the fat will render and liquefy, running down the pork. Essentially, this allows the pork to baste itself. Use a sharp knife to cut a criss-cross pattern of slices into the top of your pork shoulder. This serves multiple purposes, allowing the pork's juices to spill out and baste the meat during cooking and allowing your seasonings to penetrate deeper into the meat. Be very generous with your seasonings - much of the roast pork shoulder's flavor comes from its delicious outer crust, the flavor of which is determined by the seasonings you choose. There are a very wide variety of rubs and seasonings suitable for pork shoulders. Some can be store-bought, while others can be recreated at home. When in doubt, a simple rub of salt, pepper, garlic, and a few basic spices of your choosing (especially thyme and coriander) works great. If you can't get the seasoning to "stick", try rubbing the pork shoulder with a light coating of olive oil first. To marinate your pork, you'll want to submerge the pork in a solution that usually contains oil, one or more acidic ingredients, and the seasonings of your choice. The acidic ingredients "cut" the oil in the marinade, providing flavor and keeping the finished product from becoming too greasy. Let the pork sit in the marinade for at least 4 hours and as long as a day or more. Additionally, you may want to consider using the sample dry rub and marinade recipes above. Pork shoulder is best when it's cooked long and slow. Roast uncovered in the oven for about 1 hour per pound of meat. You may reduce the heat as needed if the pork appears to be cooking too quickly - many recipes call for 325 degrees Fahrenheit (163 degrees Celsius) rather than 350 (177 C). As a general rule, when pork shoulder is done, the skin should be crispy, the meat should reach an internal temperature of 160-185 degrees (70-85 degrees Celsius), and any bone in the meat should "wiggle" easily when grabbed and shaken. Like many cuts of meat, pork is best if it's given a "rest" after being taken out of the oven. Letting the meat rests allows it to continue to cook off of its internal heat and also allows it to re-absorb moisture that might otherwise be lost if the meat is cut immediately after removing from the oven. After the brief rest, you're done. Enjoy your delicious roast pork shoulder! | Let the pork shoulder sit. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius). Set the pork on a rack in a roasting pan. Score the pork. Coat the pork with your favorite seasonings, marinade or rub. Roast the pork shoulder for approximately 1 hour per pound. Let the pork rest for 10 to 15 minutes before carving. |
Wash four plum tomatoes, one large onion, one medium yellow summer squash, and 1 1/2 cups (225 g) of green beans. Use a sharp knife to dice the tomatoes, onion, and squash. Put the onion in one prep bowl and place the other vegetables in a separate prep bowl. Trim the green beans into 2-inch (5 cm) pieces and put them in the bowl with the tomatoes and squash. You should also have a few cooked potatoes. If you didn't purchase them cut, dice them yourself. You'll need 2 cups (650 g) of diced cooked potatoes. Pour 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil into a large sauce pot or Dutch oven. Turn the heat to medium and add the diced onion. Stir the onion and cook it for about 6 minutes. Sprinkle 1 to 3 teaspoons of hot paprika over the sauteed onions and let it cook for another 30 seconds. Use more or less hot paprika depending on how spicy you want the vegetable soup. Open two 14-ounce (414 ml) cans of vegetable broth and pour them into the pot. Stir in the diced tomatoes, squash, cooked potatoes, and trimmed green beans. You can adjust the vegetables in this recipe according to your taste. For example, if you don't want the cooked potatoes, substitute mushrooms or carrots. Turn the heat to high, so the soup boils. Reduce the heat to medium and let it bubble gently. It should simmer for about 12 minutes. The vegetables will become tender. Stir the soup occasionally while it cooks and leave the lid off. This will help the soup thicken a little. Once the vegetables are tender, stir in 2 cups (142 g) of frozen spinach and 2 tablespoons of sherry or red-wine vinegar. The vinegar will give the soup a tangy taste. Let the soup keep cooking for a few more minutes, so it's completely heated. You could also add chopped fresh kale or chard instead of the frozen spinach. Pour the soup into your serving bowls and divide 1/4 cup (5 g) of chopped fresh basil among the bowls. If you don't have fresh basil, you could add about 1/2 teaspoon of purchased pesto to each bowl of soup. Serve the soup with crusty bread or crackers. Store the leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. | Cut the vegetables. Saute and season the onion. Stir in the broth and cut vegetables. Simmer the soup. Stir in the spinach and vinegar. Serve the spicy vegetable soup. |
While it may seem counterproductive, you actually don't want to block this person out of your brain entirely. When you attempt to push all thoughts of this person away from you, you'll no doubt return to thinking of them when you don't want to. This actually makes it much tougher to get over them. Known as the "White Bear Effect," your active attempts to not think about a white bear will undoubtedly make a white bear pop into your mind. This is the case with all addictions and obsessions. When your love object enters your mind, you must acknowledge their existence, despite the pain. You don't need to panic, and you certainly don't need to take it as a sign that you'll never get over them. When you've been rejected by your love interest, you'll immediately feel a great amount of self-hatred and insecurity. You've put it all on the line, and you will probably feel like you've failed in some way. Becoming confident in yourself again is crucial in overcoming the hardship. You need to learn how to reconnect with your emotions in the present, rather than thinking about the mistakes of your past. Meditation helps in centering your brain toward the now. A simple cross-legged meditation is a good place to start. Hold your spine tall and bring your hands to the center of your heart. Keep your palms held together, with the thumbs and the pinkies aligned. Bring your focus to the tip of your nose and breathe. When you release your fear and anxiety about the past, you'll be able to use the energy you've gained in moving forward with strength. It's crucial, in overcoming heartbreak, that you lean on those around you. Remember how necessary these friendships are to your well-being, and how well you've been treated by these individuals in the past. If you have great friends, then you have friends that you can be yourself around. Depending on how tumultuous your romantic feelings toward your best friend have been, you may have felt distant from your other friendships for quite some time. Because you can't pine over this person anymore, you can focus your energy on healthier relationships in your life. In the aftermath of a deep heartbreak, you are wrapped in a large number of varying emotions. These can range from anxiety, anger, and deep sorrow, among others. Keep in mind, however, that while these feelings exist, they are not absolute fact. Coined by Tibetan Buddhist teacher Tsoknyi Rinpoche, the phrase "real but not true," is important to keep in mind when processing these emotions. You can validate that you are feeling a certain way without giving absolute power to the emotions. While it may take a bit of extra effort on your part, it's not a bad idea to try dating another person, even if you're still recovering. You should not attempt to replace your broken heart. It's not a bad idea, however, to spend time with someone in a casual romantic setting. Don't inundate your date with your sad story. They shouldn't have to be burdened with what you're going through. Even if nothing comes of your date, you can definitely find comfort in your connection with another person. If anything, setting up a profile on OKCupid or another dating site will provide you with some positive reinforcement from strangers. It's not going to solve your problems, but any positive word from those around you will help you heal. While this is a necessary step for any heartbreak, it's especially important when your love object holds a dear place in your heart as a longtime friend. Any malice sent toward this person will only exacerbate your problems. It may seem unproductive, especially when this person has very recently broken your heart, but extending love toward this person will actually help you get over them. It can add to your peace of mind and stability, and you'll eliminate a lot of potential cynicism. This does not mean that you should extend this love to this person in a tangible way. Don't give them attention through the internet or send a text. You can, however, wish them positive feelings when by yourself. | Avoid forgetting them completely. Practice self-love. Return to your friendships. Remind yourself that your feelings are not fact. Date casually. Send kindness to your best friend. |
Turn on the tap and fill a large pot about halfway with water. There aren't any exact measurements for the water – just make sure you use enough so the zoodles will be fully submerged when you add them. Place the pot on the burner over high heat and allow the water to come to a boil. Use a spoon to stir them until they're fully submerged. Let the zoodles boil in the water for 1 to 3 minutes, stirring them occasionally. If you’re just making 1 serving of zoodles, 60 seconds is probably all they’ll need. If you’re making a large batch of zoodles for 4 or more people, let them cook for about 3 minutes. If you’re making a really large amount of zoodles, consider cooking them in batches so you don't overfill the pot. Even if you like them super soft, don't boil the zoodles for more than 5 minutes or you’ll overcook them. It's easy to overcook zoodles, especially when boiling water is involved! When the time is up, grab a pot holder and take the pot off the burner right away. Don't turn off the burner and let the zoodles sit in the pot, because they will keep cooking in the hot water. Position a colander in your sink. Carefully dump the contents of the pot into the colander. Be careful, since the zoodles tend to stick together in a ball and plop out all at once. Let the boiling water drain through the colander's holes. Make sure the zoodles drain thoroughly. You may want to jiggle the colander around a bit. If you’re concerned about soggy zoodles, lay a clean dish towel out flat on the counter. After they drain in the colander, turn them out on the towel. Lightly dab them with paper towels. Heat the sauce before adding it to the zoodles. You can try any sauce that you’d typically use for pasta, so feel free to experiment with marinara, pesto, alfredo sauce, and so on. Add cheese or nutritional yeast, if desired, and serve the zoodles immediately. | Bring a pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the zoodles to the pot and cook for 1 to 3 minutes. Remove the zoodles from heat immediately. Drain the zoodles thoroughly in a colander. Divide the noodles onto serving plates and add your favorite sauce. |
Fillet seal is a spreadable sealer that hardens when it dries. You'll want to fill in any cracks or dips on the wall with a fillet seal so you're tanking a flat, smooth surface. Let the fillet seal fully dry before you proceed with the tanking process. Lay down drop cloths adjacent to the wall to make cleanup easier and prevent the tanking mixture from dripping onto the floor. You should also move your furniture outside or to the center of the room and cover them with drop cloths or tarps. When the tanking mixture dries, it will be much harder to remove. Move a hand sander or sandblaster across the surface of the wall to remove the old paint, render, and plaster from the wall. Use a 150 grit sandpaper when working with a hand sander. Continue to sandblast or sand with the hand sander until the wall is smooth to the touch. This will help the tank slurry better adhere to the wall and will help you in achieving a level coat of tanking mixture on the wall. Wear a face shield and gloves when using a mechanical sander on masonry or brick. Move the brush across the surface of the wall to remove any dust left over from sanding. Then, use a wet rag and wipe down the surface of the wall. You can move onto the next step while the wall is still wet. Purchase a salt neutralizer online or from a hardware store. A salt neutralizer is a clear solution that will neutralize salt in the render and masonry, which can destroy several types of wall finishes if it seeps into the material. Soak a paint brush in the neutralizer and apply it over the entire surface of your wall. As the wall dries, start mixing your tanking slurry. | Repair any cracks or dips with a fillet seal. Lay drop cloths on the floor and over furniture. Sand the paint and old render off of the wall. Wash the wall down with a wire brush and water. Apply a salt neutralizer to the wall. |
Viruses often use your phone or tablet's data plan while running in the background. This may cause sudden spikes in data usage. Check your billing statement for abnormal charges from increased data usage. Some viruses may make purchases or download apps without your knowledge. If you see an app icon on the home screen or in the app drawer that you don't recall downloading, it could be the work of a virus. Even if the app looks legitimate, use caution if you don't remember downloading it. If an app that never caused any problems in the past begins crashing frequently, a virus could be the reason. Pop-ups might not seem out of the ordinary while browsing the web. However, when you’re suddenly inundated by pop-ups, your Galaxy may have an infection. Whatever you do, do not tap on any links in pop-up ads. This could make things worse. Since viruses run constantly in the background, your Galaxy may need more frequent charging. If you use used to charge the Galaxy every 2 or 3 days but suddenly have to charge every day, a virus could be the culprit. Your Galaxy comes with its own security application, but you can use any you prefer. See Running a Security Scan to check your phone or tablet for viruses. | Check for increased data usage. Analyze your bank account for unexplained charges. Look for apps you didn’t download. Watch for frequently crashing apps. Pay attention to pop-up ads. Monitor your battery usage. Run a security scan. |
To do a leg slap, stand in a relaxed pose with your legs about hip length a part. Bring out your right hand and right leg at the same time, bending your arm slightly at the elbow and pointing your fingers away from your body. Turn your head to the right as well. Then, give your leg a light slap and turn your head forward at the same time. This move can be used between dance moves or as a way to start off a dance routine. When you walk on stage, you should engage your hips and arms. While walking, deliberately sway your hips side to side in a gentle, rolling motion. Matching the rhythm of your hips, twist your wrists slightly so your hands make a light, dancing motion at your side. This takes some practice, so try it in front of a mirror at first. Make sure you're not over-gesticulating with your hands, which can look dramatic. Keep your movements light and sensual. It can help to watch images of burlesque dancers online to get a sense of the right movements. Many burlesque dancers wear gloves. Sensually peeling off your gloves is a great move to add to your routine. To do a glove peel, use gloves that reach your elbows. Loosen the base of the glove with one hand and then bite the tip of the glove's index finger. Gently pull on the finger of the glove with your mouth while extending your hand away from the body until the glove slips off. Dancers do different things with their gloves depending on their routine. You can toss the glove aside or toss it to another dancer if you're doing a show with someone else. Spread your legs apart. Bump your hip to the left and then to the right. While you do this, rotate your hips in circles for added movement. For added sexuality, you can gently move your hands across your body while you engage in this move. For this move, wear knee-high stockings. Sit in a chair and stretch one leg out in front of you. Slowly move your hand down your leg until you reach your shoe and then remove it. Then, starting at the top of your stocking, gently roll it down your leg until you reach your toes. Use a cane, or similar prop, to slowly pry the stocking off of your foot. As with the glove move, it's up to you to decide what to do with your shoe and stockings after removing them. You can teach yourself a lot of the basics via practicing at home. However, classes can be an invaluable experience and teach you more complex moves. They can also be a great networking opportunity. Search online for burlesque studios in your area and see what kind of classes and certification programs they offer. If your area doesn't offer burlesque classes, try general dance classes to improve your overall skills. | Try a basic leg slap. Practice walking while rolling your hips and hands. Do a glove peel. Perform the bump and grind. Teach yourself a stocking roll. Seek out professional training. |
You can cook the prawns in their shells as well, removing them later, and this often helps them retain moisture as they cook, But if the prawns are part of a larger dish (like a soup) you don't want to search for scales with your spoon. Luckily, cleaning prawns is easy before cooking. If you are grilling or pan frying your prawns, you should leave at least the shells on. You can leave the heads on the prawns, as they will lead to a stronger flavor, but many people remove them to make eating easier. They should come off with ease. Grab around the eyes and firmly twist to pull the head off. You can discard these, or save them to make seafood stock. Simply use your hand to pinch off the small dangling legs and pull them away. Starting at the larger end, work your thumb under the shell and slide it down to the tail, pulling off the shell as you go. It may come off in pieces. You can either leave the tail on, usually as a "handle" when eating by hand, or remove and discard it if you're cooking the prawns into another dish. You're looking for the long black vein that runs through the entire prawn. It is easiest to see near the tail, where there is a small valley in the prawn. Pull the end of the vein up with the tip of the knife then grab it with your fingers to pull it off. This is not strictly necessary, but the vein has a bitter taste that is best removed now. You can still remove the vein while leaving the shell on. To do so, clip the shell with scissors and pull the vein out, closing the shell back up. You can also pull the entire vein out in one piece if you break the head off and locate it. Moisture on the outside of the prawn will make the cook unevenly. Give them a quick rinse with cold water and then dry them off. If you don't plan on cooking them yet, keep the prawns on ice or in the refrigerator. | Remove the shells and heads to make eating prawns easier after cooking. Remove the heads by pulling and twisting. Pull off the legs. Peel off the shell with your thumbs. Use a small knife to create a slit down the back of the prawn. Remove the vein from the prawn. Rinse under running water and pat dry with paper towels. |
. You can buy an egg painting kit at nearly any supermarket around the Easter months. Hard boil some eggs and let your children have fun decorating them for the Easter holidays. Usually, you place dye of different colors in various cups. Eggs are then dunked in the dye to add color. You can even get creative and dye the eggs with shaving cream or watercolors. Make sure your kids wear old clothing when decorating eggs. It can get very messy. An iconic part of Easter is the Easter egg hunt. You can have kids hide real boiled eggs they decorated. However, you can also fill plastic eggs with treats and hide them throughout your home. If opting for plastic eggs, you can provide things like Cheerios and pretzels if you want healthier snacks. Religious families sometimes put Bible verses on pieces of paper in plastic eggs. Keep track of where you hid all the eggs in case they are not all found by the hunters. This is especially important if you're hiding real eggs, as these will eventually start to rot. Some large Easter egg hunts are put on by local communities or organizations and are open for you and your family to attend. See if you can find an Easter egg hunt in your area. Easter baskets are an important Easter tradition. Young children love waking up to a basket filled with Easter goods. You can buy baskets at department stores around the holidays. Fill them with small treats like candy and tiny toys. If you're religious, try adding plastic eggs with Bible verses tucked inside. Snacks do not have to be unhealthy. If you want your kids to have a healthy snack, put things like fresh fruit in their Easter basket. You can also provide small toys instead of food-based items, like tiny plastic animals or small plush toys. The Easter bunny is an exciting part of Easter for children. Make baked goods shaped like bunnies. This can be a fun way for kids to get excited about the holiday. You can make cut-out sugar cookies using a rabbit-shaped cookie cutter. Bake three cinnamon rolls. Stick two together, forming a snowman-like body, and cut the other in half. Place the two halves near one end of the cinnamon roll, making bunny ears, and then use cream cheese frosting to color your bunny white. You can use chocolate chips or blueberries for eyes. Children often enjoy decorating for the holidays. Invest in small decorations at a local department store or even a dollar store. You can also look for craft tutorials online. Your kids may, for example, enjoy using construction paper or felt to make things like chicks and bunnies. Window stickers are great for young children, as they're fun and easy to use. If you're having an Easter Brunch or dinner, try having your kids make special placemats for everyone attending using cardboard paper. | Paint eggs Have an Easter egg hunt. Provide Easter baskets. Make rabbit-themed baked goods. Decorate with your kids. |
Losing weight through healthy eating and exercise may help reverse heart disease. Losing weight can improve your blood pressure, lower cholesterol, reduce risk of diabetes, and even reverse some heart conditions such as atrial fibrillation. By following recommendations for a healthy diet and incorporating exercise into your daily life you can prevent and possibly reverse heart disease — sometimes even without the use of medication. You don't want to put a strain on your heart and body either, but you want to get your heart pumping as part of a daily routine. Before beginning any exercise program, consult your doctor to make sure it is appropriate. Quit smoking as well. You need to do this not only for your heart's health but to improve your ability to workout. Set aside at least 30 minutes to 1 hour of time for working out at least five days a week. Use most of the workout days for cardiovascular exercises like running, brisk walking, biking, and/or swimming. Include strength training workouts on two to three days of the week. You only need to do about 20 minutes of strength training to benefit, so you can do these in addition to cardio or on days when you skip cardio. If you have a busy schedule then find ways to get a workout in, even if you have to break it up. For example, do a 15 minute run in the morning, and then another 15 minutes in the evening. You will need to ask your doctor to test your cholesterol levels. If you're already at least 20 years old, then you should consider asking your doctor for a cholesterol test to establish a baseline. Your doctor will determine what schedule is best for you given your condition, and family history, but get tested at least every five years. Warning signs in the test, a family history of cholesterol, and/or a family history of heart problems may mean you need to get tested earlier and more often. Most of the diet changes mentioned in this article also help lower your cholesterol. This would be a diet low in saturated fat, high in fiber, and low in refined carbohydrates. Exercise, as mentioned in an earlier step, also helps lower cholesterol. Your doctor may also recommend taking fish oil supplements. This is more for those who are diagnosed with diabetes, but the strategies for dealing with the condition are often related to preventing heart disease. Controlling your blood sugar may help prevent or reverse heart disease. Most of the meal options to help with reversing heart disease should help with blood sugar management. Additionally, your doctor may prescribe a number of forms of insulin in different doses with varying delivery methods, from inhaled to injected. Oral medications, such as tablets and capsules, may be prescribed instead of, or in addition to, insulin. Consult with your doctor closely to monitor drug usage in conjunction with your other conditions. . It might help to identify some sources of stress if you need help eliminating them. Let anyone at school, work, and home know you have a heart condition and see about getting a reduced workload. Look into relaxation programs at your local gym, spa, or recreation center. Deep breathing, massages, and muscle relaxation techniques could all be beneficial. Tackle any bouts of depression with therapy. You might consult with your doctor about recommended psychologists that deal with patients in your physical and mental condition. With your heart already in a vulnerable condition you don't want to add to your body's woes by risking infection. Avoid people with infections such as colds, the flu, unidentified rashes, and the like. Keep up to date with your vaccinations. Maintain a good washing routine by washing your face, washing hands, showering, bathing, brushing your teeth, and flossing. | Lose weight. Work out daily. Lower your cholesterol. Control your blood sugar. Reduce your stress Use good hygiene techniques. |
The most common way to transmit scabies is by direct skin-to-skin contact with someone who is already infested. The more prolonged this contact is, the greater the chance to get scabies. Less often, scabies may be transmitted via items such as bedding, clothing, and furniture. The human itch mite can survive 48 to 72 hours devoid of human contact. In adults, scabies is often contracted through sexual activity. Crowded conditions are a common cause for scabies outbreaks. Thus, areas such as prisons, barracks, child-care and elder-care facilities, and schools are common sites. Only humans, not animals, can spread scabies. In a person newly exposed to scabies, it can take two to six weeks to develop signs and symptoms of the disease. It is important to note that an infested individual can spread scabies even if he is not exhibiting signs and symptoms of the disease. In a person with previous exposure to scabies, signs and symptoms develop much quicker within a time frame of one to four days. There are certain groups of people who are more likely to pass scabies to one another. These groups include children, mothers of young children, sexually active young adults, and residents of nursing homes, assisted-living residences, and extended-care facilities. The mechanism responsible for the increased risk in the above populations is skin-to-skin contact. Measures to control and prevent re-exposure and re-infestation with scabies include simultaneous scabies treatment. This is usually recommended for other family members residing in the household and close contacts, including sex partners. The day scabies treatment is started, all personal clothing, bedding, and towels used within the last 3 days should be washed in hot water and dried on the highest heat setting or be dry-cleaned. If it cannot be washed and dried or dry-cleaned, place it in a closed plastic bag for at least seven days. Scabies mites can only survive for 48 to 72 hours away from human skin. The day scabies treatment is started, vacuum all carpet and furniture in your home. Throw away the bag or empty and thoroughly wash the canister after you've finished vacuuming. If the canister is not removable, wipe it clean with a damp paper towel to remove any scabies mites. Don't treat your pets. The human itch mite cannot survive on other animals and other animals cannot transmit scabies. Environmental removal of infestation using pesticide sprays or fogs is unnecessary and is discouraged. | Be careful of exposure. Think about the incubation period. Know if you are at risk. Clean and sanitize your home. |
Some forms of RA result in ulcers that need to be protected. Dress the wound with bandages, pads or gauze to prevent infections entering the wounds. Change these dressings every day and after showering. Your doctor may advise you to use a topical steroid cream under the dressing to reduce inflammation and/or pain. Discuss with your doctor on the appropriate cream to apply. Your doctor may advise you to receive a steroid injection within the wound with the steroid Triamcinolone 40 mg/ml into the ulcer edge, either alone or as additional therapy. Your doctor will first clean around the injection site with alcohol pads. After the injection, he may advise dressing the wound including the site of injection to prevent infection. Oral steroids are the mainstay therapy for this condition, Prednisolone is the drug of choice and is usually started at high doses (60-120 mg) tapered down to lower doses. Discuss with your doctor to establish what the starting dose should be and how long you should be on a certain dose of oral steroids before reducing the dose. Side effects of steroid use include increased blood sugar, weight gain, infections due to lower immunity (these drugs reduce the immune system's inflammatory response), swelling, bruising and much more. It is not advised to stay on steroids for extended periods of time. Talk to your doctor to establish a timeline on when to stop using steroids. Cyclosporin is an immunosuppressive drug that can be used to reduce the dependence on steroids and, secondly, used as an alternative treatment if steroids fail to work. Your doctor will determine if you should try Cyclosporin. Then he will give you a prescription and proper dosing based on your weight. This drug can be taken as a capsule, liquid or injection; take as directed. Most patients show clinical improvement within three weeks with a dose of 3-5 mg/kg/day. | Prevent infections from developing in the wounds. Get steroid injections. Take oral steroids. Try an immunosuppressive drug as an alternative treatment. |
If you are decided on using a hen to hatch your eggs, you will want to know how to choose the best for your hatching needs. Some breeds will never go broody, so if you are waiting for your favorite to get in the mood for hatching, it may be a very long wait! The best broody breeds are Silkies, Cochins, Orpingtons and Old English Games. There are plenty of other breeds that will go broody, but keep in mind that just because a hen goes broody, it is no guarantee she will be a good mother. For instance, some hens will go broody, but will not stay on the nest consistently, so few if any eggs will hatch. Some hens are so startled when the eggs finally hatch, that the mother hen may attack the new chicks or abandon them. If you can find a hen that's a good breeder and mother, then you're on to a winner! To tell whether a hen has gone broody, look for a hen that stays flattened out in the nest box in a trance-like state and stays there at night. You can also look for a patch of naked skin on her underside. And if she warns you away with a loud squawk or gives you a sharp peck, this is a good indication that she's broody. If you don't trust your hen, before placing fertile eggs under her, test her for a couple of days to see if she sticks tight to the nest. You can place her on golf balls, artificial eggs, or regular eggs that you are willing to sacrifice. You don't want a hen that will abandon the nest partway through the incubation cycle. Put the broody hen in a separate house or room that can be used for both the incubation and hatching period and the time when the chicks are growing. Place a comfortable, ground-level nest within the brooding area, filled with soft cushioning such as wood shavings or straw. Minimally the brooding area should be somewhere quiet, dark, clean, draft-free, isolated from the rest of the flock, free of lice and ticks, and safe from potential predators. Allow ample room for the hen to leave the nest to eat, drink, and move around. Once you are sure the broody hen will be a good setter and you have prepared the brooding area, place the fertile eggs under then hen. Place the eggs under her all at once, so they will hatch within 24 hours of each other. Place the eggs under the hen at night, since you are less likely to disturb her and cause her to reject and abandon the nest and eggs. Don't worry how you place the eggs. The hen will shift them numerous times over the course of the incubation. Make sure the hen has access to food and water at all times, even if she only gets up to eat and drink once a day. Place the water far enough away from the hen that she won't knock it over or spill it over her nest and eggs. The hen will do all the necessary work of turning and adjusting the eggs and the eggs should stay moist and warm from the hen's body. If you want to inspect and candle the eggs to check on their progress, resist the temptation of doing it too often. However, you don't want to have rotten eggs that could create health and safety problems if they crack open. A good compromise is to candle all the eggs at the same time between seventh and tenth day of the incubation process. If you discover a rotten egg or are absolutely sure the egg has no chick developing inside, remove it. During the last week of incubation, expect the hen to stay on the nest full time without turning or fussing with the eggs. That's all natural, so leave her alone. It can be very frustrating when a hen has been faithfully broody for two weeks and then gives up on the eggs, but don't despair. If you have another broody hen or an artificial incubator at hand, you can still save the clutch. Once the chicks begin to hatch, try not to peek or remove the eggs from under the hen just to get a better look. They are exactly where they need to be. Don't worry if not all of the eggs have hatched, hens are surprisingly good at multi-tasking between incubating eggs and caring for baby chicks. The hen will usually stay on the nest for 36 hours or longer to provide time for all of the chicks to hatch while keeping the hatched chicks very close under her wing. | Choose the right breed. Know when a hen is broody. Prepare a brooding area. Place the fertile eggs under the hen. Have feed and water available at all times. Refrain from disturbing the hen or the eggs as much as possible. Have a back up. Let nature take its course. |
Anxiety and self-doubt are major mood killers, so try to be optimistic. Approaching sex with confidence, self respect, and a positive attitude can make all the difference for both you and your partner. Instead of dwelling on negative thoughts about your performance, think to yourself, “Sam, finishing fast is common and you shouldn't get down on yourself. You can deal with this!” Referring to yourself by name can be more effective when practicing positive self-talk. Trying to reach climax as quickly as possible during masturbation can train your body to expect a quick finish. Masturbating a few times a week and a couple hours before sex can help delay climax, especially if you practice lasting longer when you masturbate. Exercising the muscles that control ejaculation can help you last longer. To identify these muscles, stop urination midstream and tighten the muscles that prevent passing gas. To exercise them, tighten them for 3 seconds, relax for 3 seconds, then repeat 5 to 10 times. It might be easier at first to exercise while lying down or seated, but try to do them standing, too. As you strengthen the muscles, aim for 3 sets of 10 repetitions per day. Try to only tighten those muscles that help control urination and passing gas. Don't just flex your buttocks or thighs. Breathe normally as you exercise, and avoid holding your breath. Alcohol and other substances can cause premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, and other performance issues. Avoid drugs and alcohol before sex and try to cut down your overall use. If you typically date around, consider settling down with someone. Being intimate with one person can help you become more comfortable and confident during sex. When you’re comfortable with someone, it's easier to have an open conversation about improving your sex life. | Relax and encourage yourself. Work on lasting longer during masturbation. Start doing pelvic floor exercises. Cut down on alcohol other drugs. Find a regular sexual partner if possible. |
The ritual of a funeral or a memorial service can be a healthy way to grieve and process your emotions. This could be a small service honoring your pet's life or a more elaborate affair. Though some people may consider it inappropriate to have a funeral for a pet, you should do what feels good to you as a pet owner and take the necessary steps to release your grief. This could be planting a tree in memory of your pet, creating a photo album of your pet, or commissioning a physical gravestone for your pet. Having a physical legacy of your pet can help you to celebrate your pet and move on in your grief. You may want to pay tribute to your animal companion by donating your money or time to an animal charity in his name. This will allow you to give back to the community and help other pet owners to take care of their pets. It also creates a tribute to your pet that focuses on caring for others and supporting others, a positive legacy you can feel proud of. Though it may be difficult to focus on the needs of your other pets after the death of a pet, you should try to devote yourself to providing good care to any other animals in your home. Your other pets will likely also be mourning the loss of a fellow pet, especially if they all lived together in close quarters. Focusing on the needs of your other pets can help you to move forward and cope with your loss. It can also be a way to honor your deceased pet by ensuring all your other pets receive love and care. Another way to cope and pay tribute to your pet is to perhaps get a new pet. Rather than see the new pet as a replacement for your deceased pet, think of the new pet as a new chapter in pet ownership. A new pet will allow you to love and care for an animal and to move forward from the death of a pet. Some pet owners may feel they cannot get a new pet because it would be disloyal to their deceased pet. It may take time after the death of your pet to consider getting a new pet, but a new pet may be a healthy way to move through your feelings of grief and feel better about coming home to a pet filled house again. | Arrange a funeral or a memorial service for your pet. Create a physical reminder of your pet. Donate to an animal charity in memory of your pet. Take care of any other pets in your household. Consider getting a new pet. |
Click on the eye icon in the left to reveal this layer. Do this by clicking the drop-down menu above your layer list and choosing the option. For a natural look, you will need to reduce the visibility of bumps on the darker skin-toned sides of the skin. To simulate this effect, add a layer mask by going to Layer > Layer Mask > Reveal All. Apply a copy of the image on the mask. | Select the "High Pass" layer. Change the layer blending mode to Linear Light. Add a layer mask. Use the "Apply Image" tool. Click the thumbnail of the High Pass layer. |
While it might take a while to get through baggage claim and find your way to the proper exit, fresh air or sunlight can help wake you up, alleviating jet lag. Exposure to more natural air is also important. There may be substances in the airport or airplane to which you are mildly allergic. These could trigger your headaches. Lessening exposure can help prevent headaches. Regardless of what precautions you took, most people feel a little "off" when exiting an airplane. Take it easy for 30-60 minutes to see if you start to feel better. It might not be a good idea to drive right away. Take a cab home from the airport or have a trusted friend pick you up. Do not expose yourself to stimulants that can normally induce headaches. Caffeine, loud music, and alcohol should be avoided in the hours after a flight until you've readjusted. If your headaches are frequent or severe, you should make an appointment with your physician. You want to make sure your headaches are caused by flying and not related to more serious medical concerns. Your doctor might also be able to recommend medications and lifestyle changes that could help alleviate your after-flight headaches. Most flight-related headaches go away within 30-60 minutes after they start. If your headache lasts longer than that, talk to your doctor. | Get fresh air as soon as possible. Allow yourself time to adjust. Talk to your doctor about the flight-related headaches you get. |
Fire up the grill and let it begin warming up as you finish getting the sprouts ready. A moderate temperature (somewhere around 350–425 °F (177–218 °C)) will sear the outside of the sprouts nicely. Be sure to light both burners or sides of the grill so that the heat stays consistent. Scrub the grill grate thoroughly with a wire brush prior to cooking to remove any leftover bits of charred food that might influence the flavor of the brussels sprouts. If you're cooking on a charcoal grill, go easy on the lighter fluid. The fumes can easily overpower mild ingredients. Lay out the sprouts across the grate with the stem-ends facing down. That way, they'll be taking the most direct heat and you won't have to worry about them falling apart. Spread the skewers out over the grill surface so they'll be easier to turn and remove once they're done cooking. If you situate the skewers so that they're running parallel to the grate, there's a chance they could slip down through the openings as they cook down. Grilling the sprouts directly on the grate results in a bolder flavor than wrapping them in foil or cooking them on one of the upper racks. Turn the skewers over after the first 5 minutes, when the sprouts have turned a deep green color and begun to lightly brown around the edges. Especially large or tough sprouts may require as long as 10 minutes per side to heat through. Exact cooking times may vary, depending on the size, texture, and number of the sprouts. Keep an eye on your brussels sprouts as they grill and use your best judgment to determine when they're done. As the sprouts cook, the coating of oil on the outside will cause them to caramelize, making them nice and crispy. | Preheat the grill to a medium-high heat. Throw the skewers on the grill. Cover and grill for about 5-10 minutes on each side. |
Bowing is typically used in Asian cultures to show respect, honor, or gratitude. A silent bow often replaces the phrase "Thank you." In Asian cultures, you should bow from the hip with your head pointed down. Polite bowing is still common in many Asian countries, but it is not practiced as strictly in America. Bowing is prevalent to varying degrees in many East Asian countries, but it is most prominent in China, Korea, Taiwan, Japan, and Vietnam. Various nuanced bows are used to express apologies, gratitude, sincerity, deference, and remorse, among other things. The handshake has become a common greeting in many East Asian cultures, particularly in business circles. Bowing may not be appropriate when you first meet someone—especially if he or she is a peer—but it can be a versatile way to convey more complex emotions. A slight bow to show courtesy is usually welcome. Stand straight with your feet together, forming a V with your heels. Clench your hands at your sides, but not too tight. Bend at the waist, but keep your back straight. Open your hands as you bend. Bring your feet together. If you are bowing to an elder, a superior, or someone you respect, look down at their feet when you bow. If you're bowing to someone who does not fit into any of these categories, feel free to look them directly in the eye. Bear in mind that if you look someone in the eyes, it may be taken as a sign of disrespect. This is especially the case when bowing to older, more traditionally-minded people, especially those who grew up steeped in an East Asian culture. Carefully consider the situation, and be mindful of who you are bowing to. Straighten up, close your hands, and split your feet back into the V. Feel free to make eye contact with the person to whom you bowed. | Know when to bow. Assume the bowing stance. Bow with your waist, not your neck. Avert your gaze to show respect. Finish the bow. |
A pet squirrel will require a cage that is at least two feet wide, two feet deep, and several feet tall (about 0.6 meters wide, 0.6 meters deep, and at least a meter tall.) Squirrels are active animals and need to be able to move around. Provide covered spots for your squirrel to hide in when it wishes to do so. Squirrels have very strong teeth, so opt for a metal cage over wood or plastic. Make sure to buy a secure cage as squirrels are good at getting through small spaces. Make sure that your squirrel has things to climb on to mimic its natural environment, such as pieces of wood or clean, sturdy branches. Hanging parrot toys and perches are also suitable choices. Make sure that any hanging toys are securely installed in the cage before allowing your squirrel to crawl on them. Squirrels have strong teeth and a natural tendency to chew things, so provide them with things to chew. Chew bones will allow your squirrel to wear down their incisors without destroying other things, and may provide calcium to their diet. Sturdy chew toys are also a good choice, but should be cleaned every week to prevent the growth of bacteria. Position your squirrel's cage near a window to give it access to sunlight. Proximity to the outdoors will mimic its natural living environment. Open the window whenever possible so that your squirrel can experience the sounds and smells of the outdoors. Squirrels like to have a secure and cozy place to sleep. Place a small cardboard box in the cage with a hole in it large enough for your squirrel to crawl in and out. You can also purchase a wooden nesting box for your squirrel at a pet store or online. Be sure that the nesting box you purchase has a hole large enough for your squirrel to get through. Make your squirrel's nesting box more comfortable by placing soft materials in it. Avoid using an old towel or terrycloth, as your squirrel's nails can get caught in the fabric loops. An old t-shirt, fleece blanket, or shredded newspaper are all good options. Replace the shredded newspaper or wash the t-shirt or blanket once a week. Remove and replace fabric from the nesting box if your squirrel chews it. | Buy a suitable cage. Give your squirrel things to climb on. Provide things for your squirrel to chew. Position the cage near a window. Give your squirrel a nest box. Provide bedding material for your squirrel. |
Smoking leads to bone loss. Adults who smoke are more likely to fracture bones, and the risk increases the more you smoke. Studies indicate that even secondhand smoke can effect bone mass. Too much caffeine can make it hard for your body to absorb calcium.Especially if you don't get enough calcium in your diet, stick to 2 or fewer cups of coffee or soft drinks per day. Drinking excessively can cause bone loss, so stick to moderate consumption. One drink per day for women and two for men is okay, and some studies have even shown that alcohol in moderation can help bone health in the long term. | Quit smoking. Cut down on caffeine. Go easy on the alcohol. |
It will be helpful for both you and your wife if you have a plan for how to juggle your new schedule. Think carefully about your wife's responsibilities and limitations when deciding how many hours she can reasonably commit to working each week. If you have children, think about when your wife will need to be home to care for them. If she needs to be able to pick them up from school everyday, a full-time schedule may not work. If your wife is recovering from an illness, be sure to consider how many hours she will be able to work without further damaging her health. Don't push her to do more than her body can handle. Keep in mind that there are other options besides full-time and part-time employment. Depending on your wife's skills and your family's financial situation, she may be able to find work-at-home opportunities or even start her own business. The last thing you want is for your wife to go back to a job or industry she hates, so be sure to discuss whether or not she was happy at her last job. Your wife will be much more willing to return to work if she can do a job that she genuinely enjoys. If she enjoyed her last job, encourage her to contact her previous employer to find out if there are any job openings that would be right for her. If this is not an option, brainstorm other job opportunities that would offer similar rewards and challenges. If she did not enjoy her last job, talk about what it was that she didn't like. It's important to understand if she didn't like the specific company she was working for or if she didn't like the kind of work she was doing. If she didn't like the kind of work she was doing, she may need to pursue something completely different. If your wife has been out of work for an extended period of time, going back to the same kind of work that she used to do might not be the right fit for her anymore. Sit down with your wife and discuss what has changed for her since she last worked. She may have discovered a new passion during her time away from the workforce. If this is the case, brainstorm different job opportunities that would allow her to pursue this passion. Your wife may also have different priorities now than she once did. For example, she may not be interested in returning to a job that requires constant travel if she wants to be able to spend more time with the family. If this is the case, brainstorm job opportunities that would utilize her skills, but would not require travel. If your wife needs help deciding what she wants to do, encourage her to see a career counselor. If your financial situation is urgent, your wife may not have the luxury of being able to wait around for the perfect job. If this is the case for your family, sit down with your wife and talk about the possibility of her taking a temporary job to help pay the bills. Make sure she understands that you want her to continue looking for her dream job while she is working at her temporary job. Be supportive if she dislikes what she is doing and help her seek out opportunities for a job that will be more fulfilling. | Figure out a viable schedule. Discuss the pros and cons of her last job. Consider how her interests and skills have changed. Decide if a temporary job is necessary. |
Extend beyond your usual group, and join online and offline meetups through such avenues as meetup.com. These meetups involve a variety of interests, take place in most major metropolitan areas, and are a good source of networking. Look for meetups that appeal to you while benefiting your DJ business. Focus on specific niches for networking. The way you network might dictate the type of gigs you find and vice versa. Finding a niche isn't limiting. It can actually expand your bookings and might even result in specific business proposals. For example, look for meetups attended by venue owners and managers, including club and bar managers, and small-business owners. Club and bar DJ gigs are a good way to gain experience. If you want to DJ in clubs, network with club promoters, bar owners, bartenders, and servers. Don't forget that your DJing is a business. An entrepreneurs' meetup, small-business club, or chamber of commerce could be a great source of potential clients and referrals. For wedding gigs, network with bridal shops, videographers, florists, and caterers. Think of vendors that someone planning a wedding would use, and tap into those networks. Fellow DJs can be a good source of leads, referrals, or musical ideas. Experienced DJs might have good advice for you or maybe even referrals to events they’re too busy to DJ themselves. On certain nights and holidays there is high demand for DJs, so one who's already booked might be able to refer you to an event s/he can't work. You may very well encounter naysayers and discouraging DJs, particularly online, but it's best to ignore them. Others, however, can provide helpful tips on business development, networking, and musical improvement. Follow their examples. When attending networking events (or any other time, for that matter), remember to take business cards along, as well as sample recordings of your work. Networking events might include music-oriented meetups, groups, and trade shows like SXSW or NAMM, as well as large concerts/festivals featuring live DJ performers. If you’re going to a big event, bring along a bag for collecting other people's materials. You can network online to find certain types of gigs. For example, if you’re looking for wedding gigs, you could be active on a variety of blogs such as The Knot, Wedding Bee, or Style Me Pretty. Contribute to message boards. Be yourself and be genuine but not controversial when contributing to message boards. Don't over-contribute or spam people with unsolicited mixes and content. That's a sure way to get ignored. | Network with new people. Look for people with similar interests or complementary businesses. Join local business clubs. Find other DJs. Carry music samples and business cards. Network online in specialty areas. |
It's the map icon called “Maps” in the app drawer. It's at the top-left corner of the screen. Select this option if the road is incorrectly labeled or drawn. If the road is completely missing, select Report missing road instead. Your issue will be sent to the Google Maps support team for correction. | Open Google Maps on your Android. Tap ☰. Tap Send feedback. Tap Edit the map. Follow the on-screen instructions to report the issue. Tap Send. |
For most types of oats, like quick-cooking or rolled oats, an average serving size is about ½ cup (45 g). If you’re preparing instant oatmeal, simply open the package and dump the contents into the bowl—they’re pre-portioned, so there's no need to do a lot of measuring. Use level scoops with a dry measuring cup to portion out loose oats. Stick the oats in the microwave and heat them on high power. For softer, creamier oatmeal, set the cook time to 1½ minutes. If you’d prefer a thicker bowl, up the time to 2 minutes, or even slightly longer. If you’re making a heartier kind of oatmeal, like traditional rolled or steel-cut oats, you may need to increase the cook time to 2½-3 minutes to make sure they’re tender. | Pour the oatmeal into a microwave safe bowl. Microwave the oatmeal for 1½-2 minutes. |
Following the same cut you have made through the center of the skin, make another cut down the deer's neck towards the base of the head. Pull down on the skin until it is completely separated from the neck. At this point, the deer should be entirely skinned apart from the head. Don't worry about any loose hairs on the meat, as these can be washed away once the skinning process is done. Place your knife on one side of the neck, at the point closest to the head where the meat is revealed. Begin cutting through the flesh around the neck, rotating your knife around the spine until you have a complete cut through to the bone. Use a very sharp knife or a bone saw to cut through the bone that holds the head to the rest of the body. When it is fully detached, lower it to the ground and disconnect it from the rest of the skin. With the head removed, the pelt should now be entirely detached from the carcass. Pull the pelt away from the deer, either saving it for tanning or disposing of it safely. With the deer still hanging, use a garden hose or another source of clean water to wash the carcass of any stray hairs or remaining blood. If you don't have anywhere to safely dispose of the skin, dig a hole in the ground to put the skin in and cover it up with dirt. This will stop other animals from getting to it and will prevent strong odors as it decomposes. | Strip the skin from the neck. Cut through the flesh around the top of the neck. Saw through the neck to remove the head. Remove the pelt and wash the carcass. |
Most boys forget about opening doors, letting the girl walk first, etc, believing that the behaviors are "old-fashioned." But nothing makes a girl notice you more than if you hold the door for her, help her with her books, or pull her chair out for her. Channel your inner gentleman. This isn't about patronizing her or acting like she isn't independent, it's about taking the time to be kind and thoughtful. Offer her your arm when she's in heels, or hold hands through busy crowds. Let her go first through doors, down the street, and into the car. Offer her your seat, especially when they are limited (like on the bus). Avoid showing off or talking about yourself. Don't talk about other girls' booties or how big their boobs are. It shows you are disrespectful and may only see women sexually. This includes talking about your own girl's assets. While some girls don't mind the occasional compliment about it, over-emphasizing their physical attributes makes you seem uncreative and single-minded. Try not to use words like "hot" or "sexy." Instead, try "gorgeous" or "beautiful," which are a little gentler and apply to more than just her breasts and butt. Be nice, kind, and generous. Avoid bodily noises. Don't be obnoxious, putting on your music, your movies, and your shows all the time. Show her that you have been raised well and been taught to treat women with respect, which is really attractive. It is perfectly okay to have things you talk about with the boys but not your girl. You don't ever need to lie to her, you just don't have to bring up certain things. Some topics, like the new Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition, are meant to stay between the guys. This doesn't mean you need to be joined at the hip. Spend time with your own friends as well, but check in with each other regularly to make sure she's not alone in the corner. Show her you care by kissing her all over (forehead, hand, ear) and making her feel like she's special every day. However, you each need to respect each other's boundaries. If something makes her feel uncomfortable, you need to pull back. She has the right to determine what she wants to do, and trying to pressure her into something is rude, disrespectful, and wrong. During a quiet, calm moment, ask her about her sexual preferences and desires casually. Don't have this conversation in the heat of the moment, but some other time, where the talk can be cool and casual. How you talk about your girl to your friends will tell them how it is okay to talk about her to you. If you are disrespectful, cracking jokes and sharing secrets, they will feel like they can do the same thing. Remember that the things you and your girlfriend do together are personal and should not be talked about with your pals. Don't treat her any differently in public than you do in private. Living a dual life is not only hard, it's unsustainable. Treat her with the love and respect she deserves both at home and in the wider world. | Act chivalrously, remembering your manners. Don't talk about a girl's body parts with her or your friends. Don't treat her like one of your guy friends. Spend most of your time with her when in groups and parties. Never force a girl to do things with you. Be respectful to your girl when talking to friends. |
Open a new Firefox tab and enter about:support in the address bar. You should reach a page titled Troubleshooting information. You can also reach this page by clicking ≡ (usually in the top right) → ? (lower right) → Troubleshooting information. If this doesn't work, click this link, then click Solution 1. Look for the Refresh Firefox... button in the upper right. Click Refresh Firefox again in the popup window, then Finish in the second popup window. This will quit and reopen Firefox, with the following changes: All your extensions, themes, and added search engines will be deleted. All settings will be restored to their original state. This includes button placement and plugin preferences. Your download history will be cleared, so make sure you know where to find your downloaded files. Mozilla recommends that you delete the folder on your desktop called "Old Firefox Data." If you want to try to restore some of your settings, see the instructions below first. | Visit your Firefox troubleshooting page. Click the Refresh Firefox button. Confirm. Delete your old data. |
The real trick to motivating yourself to exercise is to not think about it, and just throw yourself into it. Taking action and getting moving can stimulate a response in you emotionally and encourage you to keep at it. You might be dreading going for a run or lifting some weights, but generally once you’re going your feelings will change. Exercise allows more oxygen into your brain, which in turn releases more chemicals that make you feel good. Once you’re exercising you will have more positive feelings, and your mood will improve. This is why exercise is a great natural anti-depressant, and is often recommended for people suffering from mild depression. One of the most important factors in maintaining your motivation is finding something that you actually enjoy doing. Exercise shouldn't be a chore that you have to force yourself to do. It might start out like that, but finding forms of exercise that you like will make a huge difference in getting motivated. Keep an open mind and try new things. Don't be put off by the memory of freezing cold cross-country runs when you were at school — there's more to exercise than this. You could do anything from a ballroom dancing class, to badminton, horse riding, or martial arts. When you find something fun, keep it in your routine, but still look for some variety. This won't be possible for everyone, but if you live within running or cycling distance to where you work, turn your commute into part of your exercise routine. Often people struggle to put time aside to exercise, but by exercising on your way to and from work you are being active without having to set aside any extra time. Running or cycling to and from work will also help you clear your mind in preparation for, or to recover from, a stressful day in the office. Cycling to work is a great workout and will help you get into the habit of cycling and exercising more generally. If you are busy it can be tough to find time to exercise, but you are more likely to stick to it if you firmly book it into your schedule. Go through your diary carefully and try to carve out a regular window that is free most weeks, if not every week. If you do exercise at the same time and on the same days every week, you have a better chance of maintaining it. Sooner or later the exercise will become as deeply embedded in your schedule as everything else. You’ll even find yourself looking forward to it as a break from the everyday grind. Habits and routines take a while to form, but they can be very powerful once they are in place. A good way to get more exercise in your day is just to add in little bits of physical activity whenever you can. Making small changes can add up to a big change in the long-term, as well as helping you change your outlook and get more used to being physically active. Some examples of small changes you can make include: Taking the stairs instead of using the elevator Walking or cycling to the shops instead of driving Taking a brisk walk when you have a break at work Put yourself in a position where you have to walk and don't think about it being a form of exercise. This could be done by getting off the bus a few stops earlier to home or work, or by walking anywhere you can in a reasonable distance such as to the grocery store, school, the post office, or a friend's house. For example, you could park further from stores so that you have further to walk to start shopping. The more often you do this the easier it will become as you get used to it. | Take the plunge. Have fun. Turn your commute into exercise. Try to exercise at the same time each day. Punctuate your day with physical activity. Use walking as a form of stealth exercise. |
If your employer refuses to recognize a union, then the only other option is to be certified through an NLRB election. You will start the process by getting the RC Petition, Form NLRB-502 and the Certificate of Service, Form NLRB-5544. Complete the Petition and the Certificate of Service. You can complete these PDF forms online and then save or print them off. The NLRB prefers that you submit documents electronically. You will complete the forms in PDF and then upload them at this website. You must give your employer a copy of the RC petition, as well as a blank Statement of Petition Form, NLRB-505, and a copy of the Description of Procedures in Certification and Decertification Cases, NLRB-4812. Print them off and either hand deliver or mail. Do not share with your employer the cards that were signed. Submit the completed RC petition and the Certificate of Service to the NLRB. Also send in your “showing of interest,” which means the checked cards. All documents may be mailed to the regional NLRB office where the employer is located. To find the correct office, visit here and click on the map. You shouldn't have to wait more than 5-8 weeks after notifying the NLRB to hear back from them. If the National Labor Relations Board holds an election, then management will likely intensify its campaign to keep a union out of the workplace. You should anticipate, and formulate rebuttals to, the following arguments: A union will force the employer to lay off workers. Union dues will be extremely high. The employer deserves another chance to improve the working conditions without a union present. The NLRB will run an election. If a majority of workers who vote in the election select the union, then management must recognize the union. Your employer must post information about the election in conspicuous places around the workplace. If you believe that your employer at any time has tried to influence the vote by threatening discipline or demotion, or has promised promotions or raises, then you should notify the regional NLRB office. | Get National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) forms. Serve notice on the employer. Submit documents to the NLRB. Anticipate your employer's campaign. Participate in the election. |
Unvaccinated cats may be infected with diseases that can be transmitted through bites and are dangerous for people. If the cat is a pet, consult the owner about whether the cat is up-to-date on its shots. If the cat is yours, check your records to see when it was last vaccinated. Go to the doctor immediately if the cat is wild, feral, or you can't confirm that it was up-to-date on its shots. Even if the cat looked healthy, you should still go to the doctor if you can confirm that the cat had its shots. The cat could still have been carrying a disease, but just not have been symptomatic. People who have been bitten by cats are at risk for several diseases. Your doctor may recommend you be vaccinated for: Rabies. While some animals with rabies may be clearly ill, including the classic symptom of foaming at the mouth, the disease can be transmitted before the symptoms become obvious. If there is a chance you were infected with rabies, the doctor will vaccinate you against the infection. Tetanus. Tetanus is caused by a bacteria that is in dirt and animal feces. This means that if your wound looks dirty or deep, and you haven't had a tetanus shot within the last five years, your doctor may give you one to be sure that you won't get infected. Go to the doctor immediately if you have any of the following signs of infection: Redness Swelling Increasing pain over time Pus or fluid coming from the wound Swollen lymph nodes Fever Chills and shivering | Determine the cat’s immunization status. Get vaccinated if necessary. Monitor the wound for signs of infection. |
You can buy scissors meant for hair cutting at a beauty supply store. Don't just use paper or nail scissors - they're too dull for your hair and will make awkward cuts. Make a conservative estimate of where you want your bangs to fall. Remember, you can always trim more, but growing back the hair that you didn't mean to cut takes a lot longer. Secure non-fringe hair so that it's away from your face and out of the danger zone. If necessary, use a comb to part your bangs away from the rest of your hair. Splash a bit of water on the hair, or use a spray bottle. They'll cut more easily wet, and you can do a touch-up once they dry. Grab a section of hair between the index and middle fingers of your non-dominant hand. Drag your fingers down so that they're resting just above where you want to make a cut. Put your scissors close to your fingers (so that they're almost parallel) and cut slowly. Your fingers (and the hair they're holding) should remain stable as the trimmed hair falls away. If you want your bangs to be the same length all the way across, make sure they match up. On each side, grab a strand between the thumb and forefinger of each hand. Pull your fingers down slowly and at the same pace. If one hand runs out of hair before the other, you need to trim a bit to match up the sides. Do this until you're satisfied that the lengths are even. If you want your bangs to sweep to the side, comb them in the direction that you want them to go. Tip your head forward slightly, so that your bangs fall away from your face. Put your scissors in the direction you want your bangs to run. Starting near the part, position the scissors where you want the shortest part of your bangs. For side swept bangs, they'll get a bit longer as you go on. Because of this, angle your scissors slightly downward. Make short, small cuts across your bangs. The lengths should be a bit choppy, but not overly so. Aim to cut sections that are about 0.5 inch (12 mm) wide. When your bangs dry, touch them up. Ruffle the hair a bit, and see if you're happy with where it falls. Make more trims if necessary. | Get a sharp pair of scissors. Decide how short you're going to trim. Pull back the rest of your hair. Wet your bangs. Measure where you want to cut. Trim the hair beneath your fingers. Make sure your sides match up. Cut side swept bangs (optional). |
As gifted children have higher than average memories, a strong vocabulary is a sign your child is gifted. At a young age, as early as 3 or 4, your child may use words like "understandably" and "actually" in every day speech. A gifted child may also be able to learn new words quickly. They may learn a new word for a test in school, and quickly begin using it appropriately in conversation. Many children ask questions, but a gifted child's line of questioning will stand out. Gifted children ask questions to better understand the world and the people around them, as they have a genuine desire to learn. Gifted children will constantly ask questions about their environment. They ask about what they hear, see, touch, smell, and taste. You may be driving in a car, and a song will come on the radio. A gifted child may ask a lot about the song, about what it means, who sang it, when it came out, and so on. Gifted children also ask questions to gain insight and understanding. A gifted child may ask about other people's emotions, questioning why someone is sad, angry, or happy. Gifted children are marked by an early ability to converse. While many children tend to go on about themselves when talking to adults, a gifted child will participate in the conversation. They will ask questions, discuss the topic at hand, and easily pick up on nuances and double-meanings. Gifted children will also switch tone between conversations. You may notice your child uses a slightly different vocabulary and speaking style when talking to someone their own age than when talking to an adult. Gifted children do have a tendency to speak quickly. They tend to talk about subjects of interest at a faster pace, and may suddenly switch topics. This is often seen an inattentiveness. However, it's actually a sign your child has many different interests and curiosities. At an early age, a gifted child will be able to follow multi-step directions without trouble. They may not have to ask for a reminder or for clarification. For example, a gifted child might easily be able to follow a direction like, "Go to the living room, get the red-haired doll from the table, and put it in your toy chest upstairs. While you're up there, bring down your dirty clothes so I can wash them." | Assess vocabulary. Pay attention to your child's questions. Evaluate how your child participates in adult conversations. Think about the pace of speech. See how your child follows directions. |
If you discover that you are pregnant while breastfeeding, speak with your doctor about whether or not it's safe to continue. There are some circumstances in which it may be unsafe for you to keep breastfeeding your child. If you have a high-risk pregnancy or are at risk for preterm labor, your doctor may advise you to wean your child. If you are carrying twins, your doctor may suggest that you discontinue breastfeeding your child. If you have been advised to avoid sex while pregnant, weaning your child may be necessary. If you are having bleeding or uterine pain, your doctor may advise you to wean your child. Make sure to let your doctor know if you are experiencing any difficulties with breastfeeding to ensure that you don't have any underlying conditions. Many hospitals and doctors offices now staff certified lactation consultants. Consult a certified lactation specialist if you wish to continue breastfeeding while pregnant. They can give you assistance and tips on how best to handle the changes to your body and milk supply, and may have additional dietary and lifestyle suggestions. Ask your lactation specialist any questions you might have about breastfeeding while pregnant including changes to your nipples, milk supply, sex, diet, or the best ways to feed your child. You can find a certified lactation specialist by asking your doctor, a local hospital, or even friends. If you still can't find a lactation specialist, you can find one through the American Pregnancy Organization's online search tool at: http://americanpregnancy.org/first-year-of-life/breastfeeding-while-pregnant/ Women who are nursing have special dietary needs, and if you get pregnant while breastfeeding, you will need to adjust your diet even more to keep you, your child, and your unborn baby healthy. Your OB?GYN should be able to refer you to a registered dietician to discuss your specific dietary needs and how you can best get all of the vitamins and nutrients necessary to keep three people healthy. Nursing women may lack important vitamins and minerals such as calcium or iron, and this can become more acute if you are breastfeeding and suffering from nausea and vomiting due to pregnancy. A registered dietician may help you overcome the nausea while ensuring that you get sufficient nutrients. | Consult your doctor about continuing to breastfeed. Consult a lactation specialist. Consult a registered dietician. |
This can be done anonymously and voluntarily. Invite your employees to share what they like and dislike about their jobs and their work environment. Ask questions like, “Do you feel you have the tools and resources necessary to do your job?” or “Does your work give you a personal feeling of accomplishment?” or “Are you satisfied with your involvement in decisions that affect you personally at work?” or “What might we change to increase employee satisfaction?” Pay attention to the survey results. There might be some things you cannot do anything about right now, such as providing raises or better benefits. However, pay attention to the things that will cost nothing, such as a dress code that includes casual Fridays. Either way, make sure you follow up with your employees’ feedback so they stay updated about any progress. Continue to invite suggestions from employees. A suggestion box can go a long way in keeping your staff feeling like they can provide ideas for a more positive working environment. Even if a salary increase only comes annually, supervisors and managers should provide performance reviews at least every few months. This gives your employees a chance to engage with you about their performance on the job and how they feel about working there. Praise the staff who are doing well. Hearing they are doing good work will motivate your best employees and keep them happy. Conduct weekly one-on-one meetings with your employees to help encourage open communication so they can discuss what's going well for them and what they think could use improvement. That way, you’re less likely to get surprised at a regular performance review. If an employee is doing well, try saying something like, “We are very pleased with your overall performance, especially in such and such area.” If you feel an employee needs to improve in a certain area, handle the situation delicately by telling them, “We appreciate all of the hard work you’re doing here at the company, especially regarding your increasing sales. But we believe that the company would benefit if you paid more attention to tracking the invoice.” Your employees will be happy when they are getting accurate information directly from the company. They do not want to hear about news or developments from the media, your competition, or other people. Hold regular meetings or send out newsletters informing employees about important company changes – whether related to business or internal policies. If your company is planning a merger with another company, hold a meeting in which you inform your employees. You don't want them to hear about it from sources outside of management. Telling them personally what is going on will also help allay any fears they may have regarding their job stability with the upcoming changes. Say something like, “We wanted to let you know that some company-wide changes are happening in the near future that we are very excited about.” Provide some specific details and allow time for questions. Staff will be happier if they feel like they have input when it comes to making changes or improvements in the way the business is run. Invite a few employees to work with your benefits department during open enrollment. This will help you provide benefits that everyone appreciates and that truly reflects the interests of the employees. Recruit employees from all levels to serve on committees. Engage your staff when it comes to strategic planning, holiday planning, hiring, and annual reviews. | Take an employee satisfaction survey. Hold regular reviews. Communicate openly. Include employees any time policy reviews are made. |
The worst thing you can do in a conflict is reacting right away. If your sister hurt your feelings, pause before reacting. Take a few deep breaths and try doing something like counting to five. This will prevent you from blowing up at your sister, potentially making the situation worse. Use your words to handle conflict. Do not scream and yell, as you are not really communicating. Never resort to physical violence, as this will only make things worse. You also do not want to accidentally hurt your sister during an argument. Let your sister know that she has hurt or upset you. Use simple language to explain the unacceptable behavior instead of getting angry in return. For example, say something like, "Ella, do not pinch me. Pinching hurts." This is more effective than yelling or pinching back. Certain topics may simply cause arguments. Maybe your sister dislikes discussing something at school. Maybe there's an issue you simply disagree on. If certain topics tend to only lead to conflict, you may be better off avoiding them. No one sees eye-to-eye on everything all the time. If you're having trouble managing an issue with your sibling, talk to a parent. Your parents want you and your sister to get along. They will be happy to mediate if the two of you are having an issue. Do not bring it up in a negative way. You do not want your parents to think you're being argumentative or mean. Present yourself as wanting to resolve the issue rather than get your parents on your side. For example, say something like, "Dad, I'm having trouble with Sophie lately. Can you give me some advice on how to talk to her about how she read my diary?" | Think before reacting. Express yourself with words. Avoid topics that lead to conflict. Talk things out with a parent. |
Show your girl that you're capable of keeping up a fun conversation over the phone. In turn, she'll think that you can hold up your end of a conversation in person. Your goal in texting the girl you like is giving her just a sliver of your personality and making her want more. If you fascinate the girl, she'll keep wanting to talk to you. Here's how to do it: Find a common interest. Though you don't have to talk about your political or religious beliefs while texting, you should find a common interest. Even if it's just a TV show or a band, this will allow you to continue. Mention something you're passionate about, such as soccer or even cooking pasta. This will catch her eye. Communicate that you're willing to spend time on things that interest you. If you're hanging out with friends or practicing with your band, tell her. She'll be more interested in you if she knows you have a life. Show off your wit. If she says something funny, don't just say "Ha ha" and end the conversation. Instead, say something funny back and show her that you can keep up. Flirting with your girl will not only make her want to keep talking to you, but will give her the hint that you're actually into her. You should flirt just enough to show her you're interested, but don't go overboard or she'll want you to back off. Here's how you can keep up the conversation by flirting: Be playful. At the right time, show her your silly side by making a goofy comment. No woman likes a guy who takes himself too seriously. Tease her. If you know her well enough, tease her gently and wait for her to tease you back. Just make sure that she can pick up on your tone from the text and knows that you're joking. Don't be afraid to send the occasional ";-)" emoticon. Though you shouldn't overuse these, a well-timed emoticon is a great way to flirt. There are a few easy ways to show the girl that you care about her without being obvious about it. Sending a text at the right time can let her know that you're thinking about her and that she's important to you. Here's how to show your girl that you care through your texts: Show that you value her opinion. Ask her what she thinks about a certain subject, like a new movie that's playing or a new restaurant that just opened-up. Ask her open-ended questions about herself. You shouldn't get too personal, but if it comes up, ask what she's up to or what she likes to do on the weekends. Show that you remember your conversations. If she told you that she had a big test coming up, impress her by sending her a "good luck" text the evening before. You need to make sure that your feelings are reciprocated and that you're not bombarding her with texts that aren't welcome. You can show you're interested, but should avoid coming off as needy, annoying, or just plain embarrassing. Here are some ways to avoid coming on too strong: Make sure there's an equal flow of conversation. If you text her ten times for every one or two responses you get, it's time to back off. Don't text her the second you hear from her. If it takes her a day to get back to you, just chill. If you fire back a text five minutes after she finally responds you'll seem overeager -- and even desperate. Keep it cool, confident ,and comfortable. Avoid excessive emoticons. Though the occasional well-placed emoticon is a great way to flirt, don't overdo it. Avoid crazy punctuation or capitalization. | Be engaging. Flirt. Show that you care about her. Don't overdo it. |
There are over 200 species of jasmine, each with different characteristics. Some are evergreen, while some are deciduous. Some take the form of vines, while others are shrubs. Some are so tender that they must be grown indoors, while others are frost hardy. Buy the jasmine cultivar that's right for your needs. You'll find jasmine plants available in pots at the nursery, or you can order seeds online. These jasmines are the most commonly available in nurseries: Jasmine Cultivars Variety Growing Requirements Characteristics Jasminum officinale (summer jasmine) Full sun to partial shade; grows outdoors in mild climates; otherwise indoor White, starry flowers; frost hardy vine popular in many regions. Jasminum nudiflorum (winter jasmine) Full sun to partial shade; grows outdoors in most regions Yellow flowers; low maintenance; makes good groundcover Jasminum parkeri Full sun to partial shade; grows outdoors in mild climates; otherwise indoor Yellow flowers; grows as a shrub. Jasminum fruticans Full sun to partial shade; grows outdoors in mild climates; otherwise indoor Yellow, tubular flowers; evergreen shrub. Jasminum sambac Full sun to partial shade; grow indoors unless in tropical climate Fragrant flowers make delicious tea; requires controlled indoor environment in most regions. Each jasmine cultivar has specific environmental needs, so do a little research to find out what conditions you need to provide for your plant. In order for your jasmine to thrive, it's necessary to provide the right level of sun and the proper temperature. When you're deciding where to plant your jasmine, take the following variables into account: What level of sun does it need? Most jasmine plants require partial to full sun, although a few cultivars accept full shade. Is it hardy in your climate? Determine whether the jasmine you have chosen will thrive outdoors or if it would be better off in a pot inside, where you can control the temperature and humidity. If you're planting outside, you'll want to choose the warmest spot you can find. How much space does your jasmine plant need? Some cultivars are vines that grow up walls and fences, others grow along the ground and provide good ground cover, and still others grow as contained shrubs. Pick a planting spot that suits the type you have. Most jasmine cultivars do best in rich, well-draining soil. Whether you're planting your jasmine in the ground or in a pot, prepare the soil by working in in 2-inch layer of compost. This will ensure that the jasmine produces healthy flowers throughout the growing season. If you're planting outside, check the spot you've chosen to make sure it drains well. Dig a hole and fill it with water. If the water quickly soaks into the hole and leaves it empty, the soil there drains well. If the water sits and drains slowly, choose a different planting spot. Slide the jasmine plant gently from its container and water the root ball. Tickle the roots by gently scratching them all over. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball and set the jasmine plant inside. Leave the soil around the hole a little taller than the soil level of your plant, creating a reservoir for water. Lightly pat soil around the base of the jasmine plant to hold it in place. Water the soil around the base well to help the plant settle. Add more soil if necessary to keep the jasmine erect. While the most common way to plant jasmine is to buy a young jasmine plant, it is also possible to start jasmine from seed. Jasmine seeds have a low germination rate and require special care according to the cultivar. In most cases, you can start the seeds indoors in seed pots filled with seed starter mix, then harden off the seedlings and plant them outside once the last frost has passed. Another way to plant jasmine is to use semi-ripe cuttings taken from a mature jasmine plant. In mid-summer or fall, cut healthy 6-inch stems from a jasmine plant. Prepare a pot with a soil and compost mixture and push the stems into a pot. Overwinter the pot in a sunny window, keeping it well watered, and transplant it in the spring. | Choose a cultivar to grow. Find a suitable spot for your jasmine plant. Prepare the soil for planting. Plant the jasmine. |
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Non-stick cooking spray will also work. Ideally, the shelled walnuts will be divided into halves or quarters. Whole walnuts may not toast evenly, while pieces smaller than quarters may toast too quickly and burn as a result. The walnuts should be in a single layer to ensure even cooking. At this temperature, the walnuts should only need to bake for 5 to 10 minutes, especially if they are in smaller pieces. Check the walnuts after the first 5 minutes to make sure that they have not started to burn. You can even stir them with a heat-resistant spatula to improve even browning. Once the walnuts smell toasted, they are done. Remove them from the oven and transfer them to a heat-resistant bowl until they cool. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature, but you should at least wait until they are no longer burning hot to the touch. | Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (191 degrees Celsius). Spread the walnuts out flat. Toast the walnuts until browned. Remove the walnuts and allow them to cool. |
In mainstream culture, people tend to just like things because everyone else likes them, not because they're actually good. In indie culture, people take quality seriously and you will need to as well. People can of course have different opinions about what is good, but you should evaluate new things to think about whether you think they are actually good. Set the standards bar high for music, food, clothing, and everything else in your life (especially concerning consumer products). Mainstream culture tends to be really trendy and most things that are popular will only be considered good for a short time. You should look for things, both past and present, which have a timeless quality. This is why indie music tends to take a lot of influence from folk music and fashion usually pulls from the 40s-70s. Indie means independent record label, after all. I won't bother with a list of well-known indie bands for you to listen to; there are new bands with new sounds coming out all the time and to tell you what to listen to would defeat the purpose. Being indie about music is about being open to new things. Do some research. There are many online services such as Pandora, YouTube, or Spotify that will allow you to put in the name of an artist you enjoy and will make recommendations for you of new artists for you to listen to. Try new things and find some new bands! Head down to your local record store, if it still exists. Picking through records for hours is how our predecessors found their music and there is a lot to be said for it. If you're lucky enough to still have a local record store, become a patron. Talk to your friends about music. The best way to learn about artists you will really enjoy is to talk to other people who love music. Being indie is about exchanging new ideas and sharing new things; when you find a band you like, share it with your friends! Get involved in your local music scene. No matter where you are, there are people playing music in your area. This is the heart of indie music, and a great way to get involved in your community. If you play music yourself, find people to make new sounds with! There's no better way to participate in indie culture than by making indie music. Don't worry about whether or not your tastes are popular or "indie enough." Listen to what you love. There is no "master indie playlist" that tells us which songs are cool and which are not. Part of being indie is about making your own stuff, and learning new skills. Take your existing interests and hobbies to the next step. Love to eat? Learn to cook! Love scarves and knitwear? Learn to knit! Really into your smartphone? Learn to develop apps yourself! The information is out there to self-educate, and the potential is limitless. Don't be afraid to be creative. Indie labels have always been known for new kinds of music that push boundaries. Push boundaries in your creative endeavors too. Get your friends involved in DIY too. You can complete more ambitious projects when you have help! Build a community garden or volunteer for a cause you all care about. Being indie is also about doing things together. There are many community organizations to get involved with in your local area. New movies (from new directors!), new books (or old, neglected ones), new music, or a new look, you should always be open to new things. Even philosophies and ideas. Indie culture is about finding things to love that people have neglected, forgotten about, or haven't had the chance to appreciate yet. | Have discerning taste. Look for the timeless, not the ephemeral. Get into the music. Get into DIY. Constantly expose yourself to new things. |
If possible, find “puzzle toys” that encourage the dog to solve a puzzle to get a treat. Try to teach your puppy a new trick each week. Reward the puppy with treats to encourage repeat behavior. Limit the training period to approximately 5 minutes at a time each day. Focused training time will work better than infrequent long periods of training. Free exercise compliments mental exercise. Find a yard or a fenced park. Avoid no-leash dog parks until your dog is older than 16 weeks old. Do not teach your dog to chew on you during play. Some experts recommend yelping if you receive a bite and stopping playtime abruptly. The dog will learn that biting stops playtime. Wait 10 to 20 minutes before resuming playtime. Redirect biting with toys before your dog tries nipping at you. If you see your dog is biting, it could be teething and need a toy to help break in new teeth. | Give your pit bull various toys. Use treats for tricks. Allow your puppy to run without leash. Establish rules during playtime. |
While the dog is still learning good walk behavior, use a non-extendable leash between 4 and 6 feet long (1.2–1.8 meters), and avoid chokes, prong collars, and other collars that cause pain to the dog. You can use a head halter or "no-pull" front attachment harness to minimize the amount a large, energetic dog can pull, but be aware that you should not strain on the leash either, due to the risk of serious damage to the dog's neck. An extendable leash makes the dog pull on the leash even when it's supposed to move, making training difficult. Long, extendable leashes are better suited for playing at the dog park. Until your dog follows you on the leash without pulling or constant stopping, consider your walks training sessions. Like all training sessions, they work best when they're short, frequent, and fun for the dog. Try taking a five minute walk twice a day, and increase that up to ten minutes only if your dog stays focused on the training exercises described below. Since this is less exercise than a dog needs, supplement walks with a drive to a dog park, or energetic games of fetch or tug-of-war in a backyard or hallway. If convenient, get this exercise done before the walk, so the dog is less rambunctious. Almost all of the training methods below involve giving your dog treats, an excellent motivation for dogs that will help it learn good behavior. Pick something the dog gets excited about, preferably something with a strong smell and soft enough to eat quickly during a walk. Give this treat only during a walk, and only as described in the instructions below. Try pieces of hot dog, cooked chicken or ham, cheese, jerky treats, or freeze-dried liver. Many dogs even like fruits and vegetables, but avoid grapes, raisins, onions, garlic, chives, avocados, unripe tomatoes, and inedible seeds. Cut the treats into pea-sized pieces. You'll be feeding the dog a lot of these, so they need to be small to avoid overfeeding. If the dog strains at the leash the entire walk, barks or runs at passersby, or if you've tried the training methods below and the dog won't pay attention to them, start out indoors or in your backyard, where there are fewer distractions. You can use the ordinary training techniques described below, walking around the yard or apartment, or get a training clicker and use these training lessons that you can do in a small area: Put the leash on and stand at the end of it, so it is taut. When the leash goes slack, click the clicker and show the dog a treat in your hand. Put the treat on the ground next to your left foot. Move to the end of the leash, and repeat several times. Once the dog learns to stay near you (which may take several 5-minute sessions), toss a treat pass the dog's nose, within range of the leash. If the dog comes back to you after eating the treat, click again and put a second treat down next to your foot. Repeat this training exercise until the dog returns to you consistently. If your dog starts jumping or barking when it sees you pick up the leash, stand there patiently until the dog stops. Once it is standing still and quietly, slowly move to clip the leash onto the collar. If the dog gets excited again, pull back and wait. Don't put the leash on until the dog stays still for the whole process. Stand still again if the dog tries to bolt out the door, until the leash goes slack. Praise the dog when this happens, then walk it for a couple minutes indoors or in the yard, so it calms down before you begin on the real walk. | Use a suitable collar and leash. Plan on short walks. Choose a treat to use only while walking. Start indoors if the dog is completely untrained. Teach the dog to stay calm before a walk. |
If someone you know is exhibiting signs of being suicidal, one of the most important things you can do is talk to that person about what you've noticed in a loving and non-judgmental way. Be a good listener. Maintain eye-contact, pay close attention, and respond in a gentle tone. A good starting point is to say: “I've noticed you’ve been feeling really down lately, and I have been very concerned. Are you having thoughts of suicide?” If the person says yes, the next step is to ask: “Do you have a plan for suicide?” If they answer in the affirmative, call 911 immediately! A person who has a plan needs to get help right away. Stay with the person until help arrives. There are some things that may seem helpful to say, but actually may increase a suicidal person's guilt or shame. For example, avoid the following types of comments: “Tomorrow is another day. Everything will look better then.” “It can always be worse. You should feel lucky for everything you have.” “You have so much to look forward to/You have everything going for you.” “Don't worry. Everything/you will be fine.” Some types of comments can convey the idea that you don't take the person's feelings seriously. Avoid the following types of remarks: "Things aren't that bad." “You wouldn't hurt yourself.” “I’ve felt overwhelmed too, and I made it through.” If someone confides in you that they are suicidal, do not agree to keep the matter a secret. This person needs help as soon as possible. Keeping the matter secret will only delay needed assistance. | Set the right tone. Raise the issue directly. Avoid making the situation worse. Avoid making statements that seem dismissive. Don't keep secrets. |
When you find other families with young children, schedule playdates. Invite the other parent and child to your house. Once you get to know each other, you might find yourself scheduling a weekly playdate. You might even be able to trade off childcare. Visit local landmarks, parks, factories, and other places to enrich your children's education. This can be especially helpful in breaking up the day when you have small children at home. Give your kids a chance to get messy and creative. Plan arts and crafts projects that align with their interests. For example, if your child loves playing with play dough, try making handmade ornaments out of salt dough. If your child loves drawing, practice making a story book. Build up a cache of materials to use in arts and crafts projects. This might include toilet paper tubes and paper towel tubes, egg cartons, ribbons, string, cellophane, pipe cleaners, and so on. Build library visits into your weekly schedule. This is a good opportunity to nurture a love for reading. Most libraries hold story times that are age-specific. These can be wonderful opportunities to meet other families. If there are too many toys available, young kids may get overwhelmed with the choices. It can be hard to focus on one activity when there are 10 other possible activities in immediate view. Select some toys to remove from use and store them out of sight. Every few weeks, bring these toys back into circulation, removing and storing other toys. | Schedule playdates with other kids. Take your kids on field trips. Do arts and crafts projects. Take regular trips to the library. Rotate toys in and out of use. |
Adding turmeric to your foundation will result in a yellow tone, which is useful if you find your makeup too pink. However, if you have very pale skin, then adding turmeric to your makeup might not work for you. You can also try katsuri turmeric if your skin is pale. This type of turmeric is less likely to stain your skin, which is more likely if your skin is pale. When mixing turmeric in with your makeup, don't start by adding it to your whole bottle of foundation. If you add too much, then you may end up ruining your makeup. Instead, experiment with a small amount to get the tone you want. Then, if you like the tone you have created, you can consider adding turmeric to your bottle. Keep in mind that you can also just mix the turmeric with your foundation as needed. You do not need to mix it all at once. Before you start mixing, you may also want to lay out a towel to avoid staining your countertops yellow. When you are blending the turmeric with your makeup, make sure that you blend everything very well. Use a makeup brush or your fingertips to ensure that you have mixed the turmeric in with your foundation so that it is even. Otherwise, the color may appear streaky. If you are mixing the turmeric in with a whole bottle of foundation or lotion, then make sure that you shake it well. Shake it for at least a full minute to ensure that the turmeric and foundation are well-combined. You can also use a clean popsicle stick to stir the turmeric into your foundation if you prefer. Everyone's skin is different, so you might need to try a few different shades to find the one that works for you. If you create a yellow toned foundation, you may want to test it on your skin before doing the rest of your makeup. If it looks too yellow, then try mixing in more foundation. If it still looks too pink, then add a little more turmeric to your foundation. | Decide if turmeric will work for your skin tone. Mix a small amount in at first. Use a makeup brush to blend the turmeric in well. Test the blended makeup on your skin. |
Instead of interrupting your partner when he or she speaks, listen to everything being said. Don't plan what to say next or think of a comeback. Just listen and wait for your turn to speak. This shows respect and can help you better understand your partner. It can also help prevent arguments by not jumping to conclusions about what your partner did or why he or she did it. Engaged listening can prevent fights by fully understanding your partner. Look your partner in the eyes, keep your body language engaged, and asked questions. You can say, “Is there anything else you'd like to say?” before moving on. For more information, check out How to Communicate Effectively . Perhaps a hidden expense is exposed or your partner makes a large purchase without asking you first. Your first reaction may be to blame your partner or jump on the defensive. If blame is a normal part of your interactions, recognize that casting constant blame can be abusive. If you are feeling blamed, tell your partner how you feel without pointing the blame back. Instead of blaming, use “I” statements. While blaming is often an accusation, you can learn to state your own feelings and concerns without blaming your partner. For example, instead of saying, “That purchase you made set us back and now we can't afford our vacation,” say, “I wish you would have told me about that purchase beforehand. I'm sad that it's affecting us now, and will affect our vacation together.” A psychologist or therapist can help you and your partner when your own efforts have failed. Working with a therapist can help you and your partner relate to each other better when discussing finances and break out of unhealthy patterns. Find a marriage or couple's therapist, who specialize in working with couples in conflict. For more information, check out How to Attend Couples Counseling. | Listen and don't jump to conclusions. Avoid blaming your partner. Talk to a therapist. |
Explain why you’re interested in a PhD in accounting. Do you want to work for a major financial policy institute? Teach at the university level? Expand your professional opportunities? The personal statement is a good opportunity to clarify your own thinking about why you want to get a PhD in the first place. Decide what type of research you want to do -- archival, experimental or behavioral, or analytical -- and commit to it in your personal statement before applying to a school. To get a better idea of what type of research is available, read some current academic literature and meet with the professors at the school(s) you’re thinking of applying to. Later, you can incorporate a modified version of your personal statement along with your university application. Add information about why or how the particular PhD program you’ve applied to will help you meet the goals you expressed in your personal statement. Follow the doctoral program's guidelines for word length and content. Some accounting PhD programs offer a focus on finance, marketing, organizational management, real estate or operational management. Other specialties include public policy, business policy, or pure accounting. Read academic papers in each sub-field in order to determine what topic speaks to you. Using the generalized personal statement you wrote before, compare the programs at each university you’re considering. For instance, if your personal statement is to get a job as a professor, you should choose the school that produces the most accounting professors. Whatever school you choose, ensure its program offers the necessary coursework and will provide you with the experience you want to help you meet your future goals. You should also look at requirements for obtaining a PhD at the various schools. Do they expect students to graduate in three years? Two years? What classes and skills does the program emphasize? Get a feel for whether you might want any of them as your academic advisor. Additionally, read the academic publications of the accounting faculty at the various schools you’re considering to see if their work excites and challenges you. If not, you might want to look at other programs. Part of your application will require professors and/or work supervisors to recommend your abilities and competence. If possible, request these letters while still in school and on the job so that your qualities and performance are fresh in their minds. If you request them after graduation, be sure to include a sample of your work -- a well-done project or essay -- along with a polite email or letter asking for a letter of recommendation. Explain why you need the letter, and why you’re asking for the particular professor's advice. For instance, you might explain to a favored professor that he or she inspired you to continue developing your understanding of accounting, and you’re now following up on their advice by pursuing a PhD. Most programs require an application to both the accounting program as well as the graduate school. One or both applications will require information about your academic background, work history, and GRE or GMAT scores.. After double-checking all your required documents for spelling errors and omissions, submit them to the appropriate university department. | Pen your personal statement. Select a program specialty. Look at various programs and choose one that will help you meet your goals. Talk to professors in the accounting program at the universities you’re applying to. Solicit and submit letters of recommendation. Submit your applications. |
If the choking child (between ages one and eight) has become unresponsive, you should first assess the situation. Quickly look around for food, toys, or whatever else may have caused the choking. See if the unresponsive child shows any signs of breathing—chest rising or hearing breathing when you place your ear close to the child's nose and mouth. If someone other than you is around, have that person call 911 while you begin taking first aid steps for the child. Note that if you’re the only person around and the child isn't breathing at all, you should begin CPR before calling 911, ensuring that the child receives circulation and oxygen. If you’re the only person around, but others are within earshot, then proceed through the next steps while periodically yelling for help. Ideally, someone else will be able to call 911 as you attend to the child. With the child flat, tilt his head back and open his mouth. If you can see the object, remove it, but only if the object is easily removed. If the object is lodged, you don't want to risk pushing it farther into the child's throat. If the child is unconscious or shows no signs of breathing, skip to the next step. This step should only be taken if the child is conscious; if the child is unconscious, begin CPR immediately.' If the choking child shows signs of reduced breathing, then you want to attempt to clear the airway by performing an abdominal thrust—also known as the Heimlich maneuver. To perform the maneuver: Wrap both of your arms around the child's waist while tipping him or her slightly forward. Form a fist with one of your hands and position it on the child's stomach just barely above the navel. Grab your fist with your other hand. Thrust the fist upward into the child's abdomen quickly. Perform five times if necessary while watching to see if the object dislodges. Check for breathing. If the child stops breathing completely at any point or becomes unconscious, then proceed to CPR. If the the child is unconscious then you need to begin emergency CPR to maintain circulation and provide oxygen. Performing chest compressions on a child is different than performing on an infant or an adult. To perform chest compressions on a child: Set the child down on his back on a flat, hard surface (most likely the floor), and kneel down beside the child's shoulders, so you don't have to reposition between chest compressions and rescue breathing. Place the heel of your hand on the child's chest between his nipples. Use only one hand since two can provide too much force. Position your upper body over your hand and use your body weight and your arm to compress the child's chest. You want to compress two inches (five centimeters). Press quickly at a rate of around 100 compressions per minute. However, you want the child's chest to rise again completely between compressions. Count the compressions aloud to a total of thirty. The compressions may have dislodged the object in the child's throat. After thirty compressions, check the airway again. Tip the child's head back by lifting the chin while pressing down on the forehead with the other hand. Open the mouth to see if you can now remove the object—again, only if easily removable. Spend several seconds (no more than ten) feeling for breath and watching the child's chest to see if he or she breathes without assistance. If the child is small enough, place your mouth over his mouth and nose. Otherwise, you can use mouth-to-mouth or mouth-to-nose breathing. Pinch the child's nostrils closed for mouth-to-mouth breathing. To perform a rescue breath on a child: Cover the area with your mouth completely to form a seal. Deliver a breath that lasts approximately one second into the child's airway. If air does not go in, re-position the head before you try one more breath. Provide a second breath before returning to chest compressions. Repeat the CPR procedure (thirty chest compressions and two breaths) for five cycles—or two minutes—before you call 911 if you have no one else around to call emergency responders for you. Follow the 911 operator's instructions quickly, so you can return to CPR while awaiting help. Unless the child begins showing signs of life and breathing on his own, then you should repeat CPR cycles (thirty compressions and two breaths) until paramedics arrive and take over. If you become tired, see if there is another person trained in CPR to take over for you or help with two person CPR. | Check for breathing. Have someone call 911. Look for an obvious obstruction. Attempt to clear the airway if the child is conscious. Perform chest compressions. Check the child’s airway. Perform rescue breathing if you are trained to do so. Call 911 if you’re by yourself. Continue performing CPR. |
Get out a mini muffin pan and spray it with non-stick baking spray. Set it aside for later use. As you are doing this, preheat the oven to 400°F (204.5°C). A regular muffin pan is okay to use as well if you don't have a mini muffin pan. Roll out the dough with a rolling pin. Cut the dough into 24 triangles. The triangles should be around the same size as if you were using a round glass or cookie cutter, but with three pointed edges. Put each triangle into a cup in the muffin pan. Leave two ends of the triangles sticking out of the pan so that you can remove them from the pan easier later on. Only a small portion of the ends need to stick out because the dough will expand as it cooks. First, put one tablespoon of tomato sauce into each cup of dough. Then, put pepperoni on top of each dough triangle. Add in the rest of the ingredients, like the olives and mushrooms. Finish by topping each dough with mozzarella sauce and parsley. Put the mini muffin pan in the oven and bake for fifteen minutes. The bites should be cooked through, and the dough should be browned when they are finished baking. Allow them to cool for a few minutes and serve warm. Cover the leftovers and keep them in the refrigerator for no longer than a few days. | Spray the pan with non-stick cooking spray. Cut the pizza dough. Add the ingredients. Bake for 15 minutes. |
Place a small amount of these anti-chafing products onto your fingertips and rub them into any areas of possible chafing. You want to lightly coat the entire area, not heavy enough to go through fabric but not light enough to wear off quickly. The lubricating quality of these products will provide a protective barrier over your skin. Some people also use a thin layer of antiperspirant in the same way. Get a container of body powder and gently dust it over any skin that could chafe. The powder will help to absorb any moisture coming off of your skin. It will also create a barrier between skin-to-skin contact. However, be warned that body powder can stain and come off on clothing. This is another reason to only apply it sparingly. Chafing often occurs while exercising due to the rubbing sensation of skin against skin or fabric. Wearing clothing designed to pull wetness away from the skin will help to eliminate or reduce the severity of chafing. This is also a situation where tighter-fitting clothing may be better than loose cotton. These are lace or light-fabric bands that are held onto your upper thighs with elastic edges. They are meant to prevent chafing on the thigh and can usually be worn throughout the entire day. | Apply bodyglide or Vaseline. Dust on a coating of body powder. Wear moisture-wicking fabrics if working out. Wear bandelettes. |
Open the vaccine vial or bottle and dilute it by using a syringe with 3 ml of diluent. The syringe and diluent should come with the vaccine. Make sure that the temperature of the diluent is 2° to 8° C (36° to 45° F). To make sure that the diluent is always cold, always carry it in an ice box filled with ice. If you are going to vaccinate a lot of birds, you can divide the diluted vaccine into 2-3 clean bottles and keep them on ice. That way, the vaccine will stay at the right temperature. Gently shake the vaccine vial several times before attaching the dropper. Then, attach the eyedropper, which should have been provided with the vaccine and diluent. You should be able to attach the dropper by pulling it over the lip of the vaccine vial or by twisting it on. Gently grab the bird's head and twist it slightly so that its eye is facing you. Position the dropper carefully over the eye and slowly squeeze out a drop of the vaccine. Then, wait a moment to ensure that the vaccine is absorbed by the eye instead of pooling and leaking out. If the drop is fully absorbed, the vaccine was successful. If the drop was not fully absorbed, a new drop should be administered. It may be helpful to have an assistant hold the chicken in place while you administer the vaccine. | Dilute the vaccine solution. Attach the eyedropper to the vaccine vial. Drop at least 0.03ml of the vaccine into the chicken’s eye. |
Chances are, your abused dog has been yelled at in the past. Berating it or shouting commands will only make the dog more resistant to training, derailing your efforts. No matter what, keep your voice calm and steady. Yelling at an aggressive dog that has been abused may cause it to be more aggressive, as the dog thinks it's fighting for its survival. Before you start teaching it obedience tasks or harder skills, you need to show your dog that it can be successful. Plan training sessions that make it easy for the dog to accomplish the task at hand. Then provide the dog with treats and praise. Keep sessions under 5 minutes at a time. Reduce distractions in the room. If the dog gets bored or if its attention wanders, stop and try again another time. When offering praise, remember not to shout or yell at the dog, even if it's positive words. Avoid putting your dog into situations where you know it will fail. You can set your dog up for success by giving it a task you already know it can do, then rewarding it. For example, if your dog knows how to sit, start there. You could also ask your dog to bring you its favorite toy if it has one or to bring its leash if it likes to go on walks. When it does the task, give loads of praise and a treat. Never under any circumstances punish a dog that has been abused. Instead, you should give it treats, love, and toys in exchange for successful behavior. Don't yell at the dog. Never hit the dog. Don't withhold affection or praise. Don't give time outs. . Start with basic commands to sit, stay, lay down, and heel. Stand in front of your dog and make eye contact. When it is looking at you, hold a treat out over its nose. Say, “Rover, sit.” When the dog obeys the command, give it the treat. Start with 5 minute training sessions. If your dog does well, increase this to 10-15 minutes. If your dog already knows some of the basic commands, give it lots of praise and rewards to show it that you are happy. | Use a calm voice when training your dog. Set your dog up for success in its training or play exercises. Use rewards rather than punishment. Teach obedience skills |
Get out 2.2 pounds (1 kg) of pork riblets and sprinkle them with salt and pepper according to your taste. Rub minced garlic into the riblets for a little extra flavor. If you want spicy riblets, use up to 1 tablespoon (8 g) of minced garlic. Turn the oven on to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Turn on your broiler to high and set the riblets on a sheet. Set the riblets a few inches below the heating element and broil them for several minutes. The meat should turn dark. Carefully remove the sheet and use tongs to flip the riblets over. Put them back under the broiler for a few more minutes so they're seared. Cook the riblets until they're at 155 degrees F (70 degrees C). Insert an instant read thermometer into the riblet meat to check the temperature. If you don't want to broil the riblets, you can sear them on a gas or charcoal grill. Place a rack in the bottom of a roasting pan and set the riblets on the rack. They shouldn't be touching the bottom of the pan. Pour 1/4 cup (60 ml) of liquid smoke flavoring and 1 cup (240 ml) of water into the bottom of the roasting pan. Wrap the pan tightly with several layers of aluminum foil. The steaming liquid shouldn't touch the riblets or they'll become bitter. If you're using a smaller roasting pan, you may not need all of the water and liquid smoke. Put the pan of riblets in the preheated oven and bake them for 2 to 5 hours. Check the temperature of the riblets occasionally and cook them until they're tender. They should reach 155 degrees F (70 degrees C) once they've finished cooking. Cooking time will depend on how many riblets you're cooking, the size of the pan, and the accuracy of your oven. Mix together all of the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan. Stir the sauce occasionally and simmer it for 20 minutes, so the sauce thickens a little. You'll need to combine: 1 cup (240 g) ketchup 1⁄2 cup (155 g) corn syrup 1⁄2 cup (170 g) honey 1⁄4 cup (60 ml) apple cider vinegar 1⁄4 cup (60 ml) water 2 tablespoons (43 g) molasses 2 teaspoons (4 g) dry mustard 2 teaspoons (4 g) garlic powder 1 teaspoon (2 g) chili powder 1 teaspoon (2 g) onion powder Dip a brush into the sauce and spread it over the cooked riblets. Serve the riblets while they're still warm and offer extra sauce on the side for dipping. | Season the riblets and preheat the oven. Broil the riblets until they're dark. Place the riblets in a roaster with steaming liquid. Cook the riblets for several hours. Simmer the sauce for 20 minutes. Brush the sauce on the riblets. |
Mix 2 tablespoons (30 mL) plain yogurt with 1 tablespoon (15 mL) honey together in a small bowl and apply it to your face in a thin layer. Let the mask dry for 10-15 minutes before rinsing the mixture off with warm water. Repeat a few times a week for the best results. Both yogurt and honey are natural skin brighteners, as well as moisturizers, making them great natural ingredients for a glow-inducing face mask. Feel free to use any type of yogurt for your face mask: whether the yogurt comes from the milk of goats, sheep, or cows, it will still be packed with complexion-brightening B-vitamins, as well as skin-strengthening vitamin D and collagen-boosting vitamin A. Don't want to make your own yogurt treatment? You can purchase yogurt-based face masks online or at your local beauty store. Papaya contains papain enzymes, which are natural acne fighters, exfoliators, and skin lighteners. Take advantage of this natural brightener by mashing a papaya into a fine and smooth paste. Apply it to your face and let it sit for about 20 minutes before washing the mask off with warm water. Repeat daily for a few weeks until you start to see results. If the mashed papaya is too thick or clumpy, try blending it with some olive oil or almond oil to improve the consistency. Many people struggle with dark circles under their eyes—especially after a poor night's sleep. To naturally brighten this trouble area, place fresh cucumber slices directly onto the skin beneath your eyes. The cucumber will help bind collagen to ensure firm skin while also providing an anti inflammatory effect. Leave the slices on for 10-15 minutes and you should see results right away. For an extra cooling and puffiness-fighting effect, place cucumber slices in a refrigerator for a few minutes before using on your skin. Turmeric is a natural exfoliator that has been proven to reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation, as well as fine lines and wrinkles. You can create a natural dark spot treatment by mixing turmeric with a small amount of water or moisturizer until it forms a paste. Apply to mixture to any dark spots and leave it on your skin for 30 minutes before rinsing off with warm water. Repeat daily and you should see results within a few weeks. Depending on your complexion, turmeric may stain your skin a yellowish color. Before applying it to your face, try testing the treatment on a concealed area to see how it reacts with your skin. | Nourish your skin with a yogurt and honey mask. Mash up a papaya for a lightening and exfoliating facial treatment. Place cucumber slices under your eyes to brighten dark circles. Try a turmeric treatment to brighten dark spots. |
Any variety of tomatoes can be used, but make sure the fruit is not too ripe. Overripe tomatoes are bad for canning due to their high acid content. Gently press on the tomatoes to make sure they are still firm. Look over your tomatoes to make sure they do not have any bruises. If you want to can green tomatoes, you’re in luck. Green tomatoes are more acidic but can still be canned, according to the USDA. Once they are free from dirt, slice off the ends that have the stems, and cut an "X" shape at the bottom of the other end. The ‘X’ shape will make it easier to peel off the skins later. To do this, you will need to bring a pot of water to a boil. You will also need to set out a bowl filled with ice water. Once the water is boiling, drop a few tomatoes in at a time. Let them sit in the water for about a minute (though you can take them out after 45 seconds if you want to.) Immediately plunge them into the bowl filled with ice water. Doing this will help to make the tomato skins fall right off. Remove the skins and place your tomatoes on a cutting board.. While quartering your tomatoes, remove any other bruises or tough spots. If you didn't already, remove the tough part where the tomato attaches to its stem. | Choose your tomatoes. Wash and stem the tomatoes. Remove the tomato skins. Remove the tomatoes from the water. Cut your tomatoes into quarters. |
To become a temporary resident of Russia, you must first be invited by a private person to come to the Russian Federation. If you have a friend, relative, or business associate who is a permanent Russian resident or a citizen, they can serve as your formal inviter. The person who invites you will need to fill out a special application at the local immigration office (OVIR). They’ll also need a copy of your passport, and a paid bank transfer for the amount of money required for the paperwork. The amount of money this process costs changes pretty regularly, so check with the local immigration office to see what it is when you’re ready to apply. The OVIR can take up to 1 month to process your paperwork. Once it has, it will issue a “private invitation” for you to enter the country. This is the first piece of paperwork you need to enter Russia on a private visa. Before the OVIR approves your application, you might be asked for additional information or an interview at the Russian consulate near you. Your application might be rejected, although it's not very common. If you're rejected, you'll need to reapply. Once you receive your private invitation, you’ll also need other paperwork to submit to the Russian embassy. This includes another copy of your passport and photos of yourself. The Russian embassy can tell you exactly what other paperwork they require. The amount of time you have to submit this paperwork will be listed on your private invitation. Your sponsor can tell you where the nearest Russian embassy is located. Once you’ve arrived in Russia with your private visa, you’ll need to register with the OVIR. You’ll need to register that you’re living at the residence of the person who invited you. They’ll need to submit proof of residence – which can usually be obtained from the local housing office – and a notarized letter saying that you’re welcome to stay with them for the length of your visa. You must be living with your sponsor/inviter while you're applying for temporary residency. Most notaries in Russia are familiar with the necessary forms, and they’re pretty easy to fill out. The paperwork required for formal temporary residency changes frequently, but you should be able to get an updated list from the local OVIR. It will likely include a copy of your visa and passport, information regarding your place of work or study, your place of residence, income, and medical insurance. The person who invited you will need to submit the same paperwork. It might be helpful to ask a specialized immigration agency to file your paperwork for you. They’ll know exactly how to file your stack of paperwork so that the OVIR accepts them. You can find a list of such agencies through the OVIR. The OVIR should get back to you with a decision on your temporary residency in 1 to 3 months. Once they approve your application, they’ll let you know how long the residency is good for. The length of your residency is typically 3 years, but it can vary depending on the decisions of the OVIR. Keep in mind that you if you are granted temporary residency, you’ll need a special exit visa to leave the country, and it's only good for 1 way. It also takes 2 to 4 weeks to get that visa from OVIR, so it's not something you can get quickly. If you wish to reenter the country and reestablish your temporary residency, you'll need to restart the entire application process over again. | Get a private invitation. Ask the inviter to visit the local immigration office. Wait about 1 month for your invitation. Gather the rest of your paperwork. Register with the OVIR after you arrive in Russia. Submit the necessary paperwork for temporary residency. Wait 1 to 3 months for your final decision. |
Ramekins are small notched dishes that Bavarian cream is traditionally served in. Pour an equal amount of your mixture into each dish. Fill the dishes up to the brim. You can also use wine glasses or ceramic dishes if you prefer. To harden your Bavarian cream, it needs to stay cold for at least 5 hours. Set the ramekins on a shelf in your fridge where they won't be disturbed. Let them chill for 5 hours uncovered. Pop the Bavarian cream out onto a plate using a spatula or a butter knife. Use strawberries, lemon drizzle, or chocolate flakes as a garnish. Store your Bavarian cream covered in the fridge for up to 5 days. Don't let your Bavarian cream sit outside of the fridge for more than 45 minutes without eating it. | Pour the mixture into 6 ramekins. Place the ramekins into the fridge for 5 hours. Remove the cream from the mold and add strawberries as a garnish. |
Before you act, you should identify if your mold is active or dormant. If your mold is dormant, it will appear as a light color and it will be powdery. If it looks soft and fuzzy, your mold is active. Once you identify that there is mold on your plant, you want to bring it outside. This will help keep the mold from spreading—if it's active. While outside, you want to find a place that is far away from other trees or garden plants because you’ll be putting them at risk if you clean your houseplant near them. Dampen a paper towel and wipe the mold from your leaves. Freshen your paper towel after each wipe. Once there are no parts of the paper towel that haven't touched the mold, use a new one. Otherwise, you’ll simply be spreading the mold. This process will take away mostly the dormant mold. If your mold is still visible after you’ve wiped it with your damp paper towel, the remaining mold is active. Identify the leaves that are affected by the mold and cut them off at the stem using a knife. Dispose of these leaves. Now that you’ve removed the mold, you need to spray it with a fungicide, bought from your gardening store, to keep the mold from coming back. Spray the plant with the fungicide outside and then move the plant back indoors. Place it somewhere bright. Monitor your plant to be sure the mold doesn't come back. If it does, simply repeat these steps. Keep your plant in a temperature around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep the soil dryer than you normally would. Provide your plant beneficial air circulation. | Identify the mold. Take your plant outdoors. Wet a paper towel. Cut off the affected leaves. Spray and move the plant. |
If you want to create the impression of a narrative between your photos, place photos from oldest to newest going from your left to right. This order works well for wedding photos or family photo albums, since the viewer will be able to see a progression of events as they go from image to image. For example, if you have a sequence of photos from a graduation, put the photos of the student getting ready and putting their robes on at the beginning. End the sequence with the photos of the graduation party or dinner. This creates a narrative sequence that makes the context of each individual photo easy to understand for the viewer. If you glance quickly at a photo, you’ll get an immediate impression based on the dominant color that stands out in the image. A landscape may be mostly green, while a bright red sweater could dominate a portrait. Put complementary colors together so that your photos look striking and work well together as a uniform group. To find complementary colors, look at a color wheel. Find a color and look at the color range on the opposite side of the wheel. These are complementary colors. The pairs include orange and blue, green and violet, and dark green and red. The color of the frame contributes to the impression that a group of pictures creates. Stick to neutral blacks, whites, and grays if you have a colorful set of images. Group photos based on subject matter if you want your arrangement to represent an idea or present multiple perspectives of an event. For example, you may want to place a group of portraits or family photos on the same wall together to create a consistent viewing experience. Similarly, you can group landscape or city shots together so that the viewer's eye isn't distracted by different subjects. If you want to showcase a variety of different pieces, pick photos that are as different as possible to give the impression of a gallery collection. This will encourage a viewer to look at each image as a separate, autonomous piece, and will create strange juxtapositions between images. Use different styles of frames to accentuate the differences between images on a gallery wall, and play around with the order of images to generate strange and interesting combinations. Place the most visually striking and unique images in a group at the beginning and end of a sequence, even if you have to change the chronological order. This will leave a lasting impression for anyone viewing the photos by starting and ending on a strong note. For example, if you’re putting a sequence of baby photos together, put a funny or striking image of the newborn baby making a goofy face at the beginning. Place a touching photo of the first day of kindergarten at the end to leave the sequence on an emotional note. | Order pictures chronologically to create a timeline of an event. Sort images based on color combinations in the compositions. Arrange photos by subject matter to keep a uniform theme. Use a variety of different photos to create an informal gallery wall. Punctuate a group of images by making the first and last stand out. |
Belts may make a round tummy look even rounder and they may not even help to hold up your pants. Instead, try wearing suspenders with your pants or choose pants that have built-in suspenders. Overalls are also a good choice since they will have a similar effect. The front panel of overalls will also help to give you a slimmer look. Hats can help to make you seem taller, which may help to create a slimming effect. It is also a great way to dress up an outfit, even if you are going for a casual look. Try a wide brimmed hat with a maxi sundress for an effortless summer look. Pair a baseball cap with a pair of jeans and t-shirt for a casual, easy weekend look. Put on a fedora with a suit for a fun, fancy look. You can use necklaces, watches, earrings, and bracelets to help minimize larger features. Wear a large accessory on the area that you want to minimize. For example, if you want your neck to look smaller, wear a long, chunky statement necklace or a big bow-tie. For a smaller looking wrist, wear a large-faced watch or a chunky bracelet. A stack of bangles on each of your wrists will also have a slimming effect on your arms. For slimmer looking fingers, put on a large statement ring. | Try suspenders if you carry most of your weight around your waist. Put on a hat if you are on the short side. Choose large accessories to balance out larger features. |
Look the band over for the watch's model and serial number. Breitling stamps each and every one of their watches with these manufacturing details, either on the band, the casing or both. If you don't find this unique stamp, or if the stamp lists an incorrect model or serial number, it's not the genuine article. Breitlings with metallic bracelets will usually have the model and serial number stamped on the bracelet itself, while some models with leather straps bear the stamp on the back of the watch instead, in case the band is replaced. Authentic leather strap watches will also be marked with the French phrases “cuir veritable” (genuine leather) or “croco veritable” (genuine crocodile skin), depending on the material. Replicas tend to leave out this detail, or get the type of material wrong. Hold the watch up to a light source to see if there's a glare off the face. The crystal in a real Breitling is brushed with an anti-glare coating to cut down on the amount of light it reflects. There shouldn't be much of a glare, and what reflection there is will be slightly bluish from the color of the crystal. If the watch face creates a blinding glare, you can bet it's a fake. Hold the watch in your hand to assess its weight. Because of it's heavy-duty, stainless steel construction and the quality of its internal components, the authentic watch should have a satisfying heft to it. The majority of replicas are manufactured from cheaper metals or even plastic, making them feel light and easily breakable. While many different models exist, the average weight of a Breitling watch is somewhere between 90-120g. Weight should not be the sole indicator of authenticity for a watch, as makers of knock-offs sometimes fill their watches with unnecessary pieces to make them heavier. If you’re buying the watch new, it should always come with a printed certificate of authenticity listing its technical specifications and manufacturing origin. The information contained in the certificate will describe the individual components of the watch, many of which can be used to tell a real watch from a fake one. An imitation will not go to the trouble of replicating this certificate. When buying a used Breitling, ask the current owner if the watch came with an official certificate. | Locate the model and serial number. Test for glare. Feel for the watch’s weight. See if the watch comes with a certificate. |
It's the gear icon that's usually on the home screen. It may also be inside of a folder. It's about halfway down the menu. It's in the "General" section, which is the second section on the page. Safari will now block pop-up ads from websites. If the switch was already green, pop-up blocking is already enabled. | Open your iPhone or iPad's Settings . Scroll down and tap Safari. Slide the "Block Pop-ups" switch to On . |
Most people with high blood pressure don't know they have it, because there are often no symptoms. However, symptoms can include: Shortness of breath Headaches Nosebleeds Blurred vision or seeing double Your doctor may feel that it is important for you to take medication while you recover from surgery. Because these can interact with other medications it is important that you discuss all medications with your doctor. This includes over-the-counter medications, supplements, and herbal remedies. Your doctor may prescribe: ACE inhibitors. These medications work by causing your blood vessels to relax. These in particular can interact with a lot of medications, so make sure you are communicating with your doctor about everything you are taking. Calcium channel blockers. These medications widen your arteries and may lower your heart rate. Be aware that you cannot drink grapefruit juice while taking these medications. Diuretics. These medications cause you to urinate more frequently and lower your salt levels. Beta-blockers. These medications make your heart beat more slowly and softer. If you are concerned that other medications you are on or will need to take after surgery might make your blood pressure worse, talk to your doctor. Your doctor needs a complete picture of everything you are taking in order to prescribe the best medications for you. Don't stop taking medications without discussing it with your doctor first. Medications that can increase blood pressure include: Over-the-counter pain medications. This includes nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Ibuprofen and others). Consult your doctor before using these medications to deal with pain during your recovery. Certain birth control pills Various decongestants and cold medications, especially those containing pseudoephedrine | Call your doctor if you think you are developing high blood pressure. Control your blood pressure with medications if your doctor feels it is needed. Talk to your doctor about other medications you are on. |
Add everything but the egg wash and the optional ingredients -- you don't want to knead your mix-ins to a pulp! Mix slowly for at least 10 minutes or until it is smooth and elasticized. The dough will be very weak and moist. For a brioche, weak and moist is exactly how you want it. This is quite a wet dough, so a mixer makes the job easier; however if mixing by hand, mix everything in the bowl except the butter until it comes together and tip it onto a clean surface. Crumble the butter onto the dough and using the heel of the palm of your hand, gently push the dough and butter together until the dough is formed. Fold the dough like you would make a book fold in puff pastry will give a little extra strength to the dough, but it will remain a very soft dough. Refrain from adding extra flour to make it come together quickly as that will reduce the quality of the loaf - a little light dusting of the surface is ideal. To proof a dough basically means to coat the dough in oil, cover it with plastic wrap or a wet cloth and let it sit to rise in a warm place. Punch holes in it to deflate it, and knead it again for just a minute or two, lifting a section of the dough and then letting it fall back. Add any optional flavourings at this stage. Zest of an orange can add tang to your bread that nicely compliments the sweetness. Cranberries, chocolate chips, or nuts work well, too. A plain brioche is definitely a classic, c'est très Français! This is the second rising stage, and you want it to reach double in size once more. This may take up to 8 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator. Brioche has been known to rise swiftly or very slowly, depending on the warmth of the dough and freshness and variety of the yeast. To be safe, refrigerate the dough overnight. Use a covered container -- cover with either plastic wrap, a wet cloth, or both. After this stage, you can freeze your dough if you need to use it at a later date. Just wrap it up tightly in plastic wrap and place it in the freezer. The sooner you use it, the better it'll be. | Combine all of the ingredients needed to make a dough in a mixing bowl, or the bowl of an electric mixer. Proof for at least 1 hour covered. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface when the dough has doubled in size. Chill the dough, allowing it to rise again. |
Scroll left to select the Store tab, then press X. It's at the top of the screen. Select M and scroll right, select I and scroll right, and repeat until you've spelled out "Minecraft". It's about two-thirds of the way down the page, as there are several add-ons for Minecraft listed before it. This option is at the bottom of the screen. Doing so will take you to the payment method page. If you don't have a payment method, you must instead select Add a Payment Method and enter the method's details (e.g., a card number or your PayPal login information). Doing so will purchase Minecraft and prompt it to begin downloading to your PS4. | Open the Store. Select Search and press X. Search for Minecraft. Scroll down to select Minecraft PlayStation 4 Edition and press X. Select Add to Cart and press X. Select Proceed to Checkout again and press X. Select a payment method and press X. Select Confirm Purchase and press X. |
Before you can add instruments to your track, you'll need to place them in the channel rack: Click ＋ below the "Channel rack" section. Click (none) at the top of the menu that appears. Repeat until you have enough channels. Click the "Packs" folder on the left side of the window to do so. You should see a variety of folders appear below the "Packs" folder; click one (e.g., Drums) that you want to open. Many instrument folders have additional folders for specific instruments. Find the name of an instrument that you'd like to use, then click it once to play it. If you like the instrument, proceed. If you don't like the instrument, find another one before continuing. This will add the instrument to the channel rack. When the instrument's mastering window opens, just click the X in its corner to close it. Once you have every instrument that you want to use in your channel rack, you can proceed with adding the bass. You can always add more channels and instruments (or replace an existing instrument with another one) later. | Add blank channels to your project. Expand the "Packs" folder. Select an instrument. Open an instrument sub-folder if necessary. Preview an instrument. Drag the instrument onto a blank channel. Close the instrument's window. Repeat until you've added all of your instruments. |
Remove your potatoes from the freezer. Place them in their airtight container directly into your refrigerator. Let them sit for 1-2 days before cooking them. This gives them time to defrost. If you only want to defrost a small amount of potatoes, remove them from the airtight container and place them in a separate airtight container for defrosting. Put the potatoes into a pot over medium-high heat. Stir the potatoes occasionally as they cook. Then, add additional ingredients or garnishes, as desired. You can also heat the potatoes in a covered dish in the oven at 350 °F (177 °C) for about 30 minutes. To cook them in a microwave, heat them at half power for about 5 minutes. Check them, then heat on high in 30 second intervals until they’re warm. Spread the frozen fries out on your greased baking sheet. Then, put them into the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. Flip them about halfway through baking. Eat the fries while they’re warm. Cooked fries only need to heat for about 5-15 minutes. Check them often to make sure they don't burn. | Thaw raw or prepared potatoes for 1-2 days in your refrigerator, if you have time. Heat prepared mashed potatoes over medium-high heat until warm. Bake frozen french fries at 450 °F (232 °C) for 20-25 minutes. |
Start moving closer to the person you want to kiss, whether it's by moving closer together if you're sitting down, putting your arm around the person, or brushing away the person's hair. As you start touching the person, hold his gaze to make your intentions clear. Your first kiss will feel more natural if you're already touching the person and comfortable with it. Your hands shouldn't rove to any inappropriate places -- keep it PG. Your physical contact could even start from some light and gentle teasing. You can playfully hit or lightly push the other person, until your actions become more serious. Try making a romantic compliment before you go in for the kiss. Just say, "Your eyes drive me crazy" or "You look so beautiful tonight." Once you've made physical contact, maneuver yourself until your face is just inches away from your partner's face. You should maintain eye contact, and you can even smile a little to show your affection for the person. Move closer until your hips are nearly touching, and use your hands to graze the person's cheeks, hair, or shoulders. One traditional kissing position is when the guy wraps his arms around a girl's waist while she wraps her arms over her shoulders and behind his neck -- you can think of this as the "slow dance" position. Once you're in position, there's nothing left to do but kiss. Don't hesitate. If you've both made it this far, then it's clear that you are excited about kissing each other. Gently lean closer and lock lips. Just remember to take it slow. Have your lips touch softly as you feel the person out. Keep your lips just slightly parted, and continue kissing the person for five or ten seconds before letting go. Keep your hands active while you kiss. Use your hands to cup the person's face, stroke his hair, or caress his neck. You don't have to overdo it with the hands. Just make sure your whole body is engaged so your kiss is even sweeter. Slowly pull away from the person. Don't abruptly stop the kiss and pull away with your whole body, jumping miles apart from your kissing partner. Instead, maintain physical contact while pulling away and holding your partner's gaze. Keep stroking your partner lightly with your hands to let her know how great the kiss was. Take your time to pull away from physical contact. If you're too abrupt, your partner may think you're not into it. | Make physical contact. Move closer until your faces are just inches apart. Kiss. Pull away. |
If you're copying everyone else, there is a good chance that you're not going to be seen or heard about. Few people are keen to see the same, same. Thus, think of a new trend, or try something that nobody has done before, even if it's a common topic done very differently. And be genuinely nice, not just putting on an act. If you want to be known as grumpy and gruff, don't chop and change by pretending to be nice one minute, then horrible the next. Get your brand straight. Then be available and interactive, so that people can get to know you and trust in you. Be aware that this is likely to chew up your time considerably. Be careful what discussions you get involved in; keep it light, friendly and caring. People are thirsty for good content, not self-love. Give them something they're keen to watch, read or listen to. Introduce them to interesting things on a regular basis. Bring together the energies of other people whose work and updates add value to yours, so that you spread around support for others online. | Be unique. Be nice. Join sites that have forums. Provide valuable updates, insights and information. |
Even if you’ve raised 15 children successfully and feel like you know everything there is to know about parenting, you’re going to have to seal your lips unless you’re asked for advice. Your child and his or her spouse may have some different ideas about how to raise children, and they may not want to hear every little thing you have to say about the subject. Of course, they may call upon your expertise, but you shouldn't assume that you’re going to tell them how to do every last thing, from how to change a diaper to how to help their child grow into a responsible adult. If you give the parents too much advice, they may pull back from you, leading to a more tense relationship between you and your grandchild. To succeed as a grandparent, you should accept the fact that you are the grandparent, not the parent in the child's life. Your role is to spend time with your grandchild, give advice and help to the parents when it's needed, and to be there for the new addition to your family. The sooner you accept that you are not the grandchild's mother, the sooner you can be on to enjoying your own unique relationship. You shouldn't focus on disciplining your grandchild and teaching him or her how to be an adult. Focus more on giving love, care, and support. You may think that you should drop everything as soon as your grandson or granddaughter arrives, but the best thing you can do is to maintain your own life while helping out the parents of the grandchild as much as you can. You want to continue having your own friends, your own social commitments, and your own hobbies if you want to succeed as a grandparent. If you drop absolutely everything to be with your grandchild, then you will be putting too much pressure on the parents. Find a way to fit spending time with your grandchildren into your schedule without making your schedule entirely revolve around your grandchildren and the whims of their parents. Of course, there may be times when they need some last-minute help, but you shouldn't leave your schedule wide open just in case that happens. One thing you can definitely do when there's a new addition to your family, or even when your grandchild gets older, is to help the parents out around the house when you can. You can wash dishes, pick up groceries, occasionally cook meals, or run small errands for the father or the mother when you have time. Though you shouldn't have to turn into their housekeeper when they have a child, helping out around the house in little ways when you have the time can make a big difference. This can be especially helpful when your grandchild is just born and the parents are overwhelmed by their parenting duties. Sometimes, the thing that your child's parents will need the most is some time alone together. While being around during family activities, celebrations, or trips can give them a helping hand, you can also find some time to be alone with your grandchild or grandchildren so that their parents can have some time to go out to dinner together or just to relax without their usual responsibilities for a little while. This can help relieve stress and to keep the parents’ relationship strong. Give mom and dad at least one or two date nights a month. They may deny that they really need this time together, but you should stress that it's important for them to spend time together away from their child. | Don’t give advice unless it is solicited. Accept your role in your grandchild’s life. Maintain your own life. Help the parents out around the house. Give your grandchild’s parents time to bond. |
If you aren't, hang around him a lot, talk to him, sit by him. Friendship should always come first if you want to be with him in school, especially elementary. People this young would be surprised if they found out you liked a boy that you hardly knew. What are his interests, what does he like doing and what things do you have in common with him? Find those things out. Then you can start to do things that he likes. Maybe play a sport that he likes. Or get him a present on his birthday. It wouldn't seem that suspicious if you were already friends. If you don't know his friends, make more effort to get to know them. Maybe the person you like hangs out with his friends a lot, so try to join in the group, even if you're a little shy you might be the only girl there. Don't know how? Just let him be your best friend how you'd do it for your girl best friend. Hang out with him the most, partner up for projects. Maybe if he has a sibling who your friends with as well, go to his house. Don't steal him though. That's not how you do it. Try to stay as calm as you can if you get into an argument or disagreement with him. The last thing you'll want is first thinking of him as your crush, and then an enemy. Don't call him stupid or ugly or anything mean. Show him you're there for him but don't baby him. Stand up for him and let him see that you really mean your friendship with him. Show him that you're brave. Some boys find this feeling nice. That means, give it time. Even if it progresses no further than friendship, at least you have a good friend in the making. After all, you're both still really young and there is a lot of life ahead of both of you. | Make sure to be friends with the boy you like. Get to know him well. Get to know his friends more. Be his best friend. Be nice and be thoughtful. Don't let people make fun of him. Allow the friendship to blossom properly. |
You should be slow to decrease your prices. People often take low prices as a sign of shoddy workmanship. Furthermore, underselling your competitors makes it difficult for anyone to make a living in the business. Be willing to wait for your items to begin selling and never sell below the price of supplies. Check your price calculations against comparable items. Review online jewelry sites or brick and mortar stores to see what things are selling for. If you can talk to an experienced designer, ask them for price estimates. Most importantly, ask yourself if you are selling enough items or, conversely, if you are selling them quickly enough to justify a price increase. Have people offered to buy any of your jewelry designs? This is a good indication of the marketability of your designs. If your items are not selling, it is typically better to change your design than lower your prices. This can mean reducing material or labor costs. I could also mean starting over with a completely new design that more people are interested in purchasing. Assess your materials. If you aren't purchasing in bulk and getting wholesale prices, the materials will be too expensive for you to turn a profit. It can be hard to sell labor intensive items that require a lot of time, because consumers do not necessarily understand how much time is required to make them and are not willing to pay commensurate prices. Sometimes adapting these labor intensive products into smaller designs is a good way to reduce the amount of time you put into them and begin selling them at rates the market will bear. If your items are selling well and you have committed customers, you can increase your price. Consider developing two price ranges. Continuing making the products that have been successful, but also begin making higher quality products that you can charge more for. With this two tier pricing system, you can continue to attract new customers with cheap products, while pulling in larger margins in the upscale market. | Don’t sell yourself short. Perform market research. Reevaluate your design. Increase your prices. |
If the rock you’ve found is a freshly fallen meteorite, it will be black and shiny as a result of having burned through the atmosphere. After a long time spent on Earth, however, the iron metal in the meteorite will turn to rust, leaving the meteorite a rusty brown. This rusting starts out as small red and orange spots on the surface of the meteorite that slowly expand to cover more and more of the rock. You may still be able to see the black crust even if part of it has begun to rust. The meteorite may be black in color but with slight variations (e.g., steely bluish black). However, if the rock you’ve found isn't at all close to black or brown in color, then it is not a meteorite. Contrary to what you might expect, most meteorites are not round. Instead, they are typically quite irregular, with sides of varying size and shape. Although some meteorites may develop a conical shape, most will not appear aerodynamic once they land. Although irregular in shape, most meteorites will have edges that are rounded rather than sharp. If the rock you’ve found is relatively normal in shape, or is round like a ball, it may still be a meteorite. However, the vast majority of meteorites are irregular in shape. As rocks pass through the Earth's atmosphere, their surfaces begin to melt and air pressure forces the molten material back, leaving a featureless, melt-like surface called a fusion crust. If your rock's surface looks like it has melted and shifted, it may be a meteorite. A fusion crust will most likely be smooth and featureless, though it may also include ripple marks and “droplets” where molten stone had moved and resolidified. If your rock does not have a fusion crust, it is most likely not a meteorite. The fusion crust may look like a black eggshell coating the rock. Rocks in the desert will sometimes develop a shiny black exterior that looks similar to fusion crust. If you found your rock in a desert environment, consider whether its black surface might be desert varnish. Flow lines are small streaks on the fusion crust from when the crust was molten and was forced backwards. If your rock has a crust-like surface with small streak lines across it, there's a good chance it's a meteorite. Flow lines may be small or not immediately apparent to the naked eye, as the lines can be broken or not completely straight. Use a magnifying glass and a discerning eye when looking for flow lines on the surface of a rock. Although the surface of a meteorite is generally featureless, it may also include shallow pits and deep cavities that resemble thumbprints. Look for these on your rock to determine both if it's a meteorite and what type of meteorite it is. Iron meteorites are particularly susceptible to irregular melting and will have deeper, more defined cavities, whereas stony meteorites may have craters that are smooth like the rock's surface. These indentations are technically known as “regmaglypts,” though most people who work with meteorites will suffice to call them “thumbprints.” Although craters and cavities on the surface may indicate that your rock is a meteorite, no meteorite has holes in its interior. Meteorites are dense pieces of solid rock; if the rock you’ve found is porous or bubbly in appearance, it's unfortunately not a meteorite. If the rock you’ve found has holes in the surface, or appears “bubbly” as if it was once molten, it is definitely not a meteorite. Slag from industrial processes is often confused for meteorites, although slag has a porous surface. Other commonly mistaken types of rock include lava rocks and black limestone rocks. If you’re having trouble discerning between holes and regmaglypts, it may be useful to view side-by-side comparisons of these features online to learn how to spot the difference. | Discern if the rock is black or rusty brown. Confirm that the rock has an irregular shape. Determine whether the rock has a fusion crust. Check for flow lines where the surface may have melted. Identify any pits and depressions on the rock’s surface. Make sure the rock isn’t porous or full of holes. |
Practice active listening by maintaining eye contact with the person speaking and nodding your head. Respond thoughtfully to what they said to show that you respect and care for them. Be more outgoing by striking up conversations with people you meet and showing genuine interest in what they’re saying. Film producers have to interact with crew members, actors, and studios, so it's important to maintain open communication with others. Introduce yourself to new people and talk with them to help you practice your skills. Try collaborating with other people on projects or short films so you can get used to communicating clearly so you can all meet an end goal. Write schedules and plan ahead of time so you don't get overwhelmed with what you need to complete. Make to-do lists and prioritize the most important tasks so they get done in a timely fashion. Try to group tasks that are similar to one another and complete them at the same time so you can maintain focus. Film producers have many roles behind the scenes of a movie, and may work on multiple films at the same time. Do your best to avoid distractions since they can slow you down and get in the way of important tasks. Producers also need to delegate their duties to assistants and crew members, so accept that you can't do everything by yourself. Set end goals that you hope to get out of the negotiation so you know the minimum amount you’ll accept. Communicate clearly with the other person to tell them what you need and listen intently to them to understand what they’re able to provide. If they can't meet your terms exactly, ask them if there's any way to compromise to show that you’re flexible and willing to work with them. Film producers need to work with a lot of financials, so negotiating with crew members and studios for the best rates is an important factor. Don't be afraid to turn an offer down if you aren't able to reach terms that work for you. Negotiation takes a lot of practice, so you may make mistakes with the first few deals you make. If you’re able, hire a negotiation coach to help you. Coaches will act as a person you need to negotiate with so you can practice your skills. Mentally work through the pros and cons of the choices you could make for each decision you need to make. Avoid letting your emotions or ego get in the way of your decision since you may not make the best choice if you do. Choose the option that's the most beneficial and makes the most sense for the task that you need to complete. Producers are often asked a lot of pertinent questions that need to be answered in a fast and fair manner to stay on schedule. Don't make decisions impulsively without thinking over the options first. Ask other people for their input on a decision to help you get an outside perspective on your choice. Stay up to date with movie-related news through websites or entertainment magazines to see what's currently in production. Check out what movies are coming out soon and watch as many as you’re able to. Write down genres that are popular and what movies are doing well at the box office. Keep a list of movies that you like and are similar to projects that you want to work on. Producers need to know what types of movies are successful and popular so they can find new films to produce next. Watch behind-the-scenes features on films you like to learn more about what goes into their production. Work with friends or other people in the industry to write, shoot, and edit the short film to a final product. If you have a budget, base each of your decisions on what's the most cost-efficient so you don't overspend. When you’re finished with the short, upload it online or submit it to film festivals to share it. Making your own short films helps you learn the process of producing a film from start to finish. Make sure you can easily shoot the film yourself. For example, it can be difficult to make something that relies on a lot of special effects since it can cost a lot of money. If you don't have an idea for a short film, ask friends or students in nearby film programs to see if you can help them with their projects. | Develop your interpersonal skills so you can collaborate with others. Practice multitasking to learn how to balance your duties. Work on your negotiation skills so you can get the best deals. Learn how to make decisions quickly and diplomatically. Watch movies frequently to find out what projects are getting made. Create your own short films to understand what goes into production. |
You may have rehearsal dinner to attend the night before the wedding, or even a bachelorette party, but it's crucial you get those eight hours in (at least!). Keep drinking to a minimum and make sure any events end early so you can get to sleep at a decent hour. You want to be clean and refreshed on your wedding day. Get up early enough to shower and to do your normal post-shower routine. A shower can also help you get awake and alert. You can wash your hair if you wish, but often times if you are styling it, it may be better to wash your hair the night before because fresh hair does not style as easily as less-clean hair. Try not to use any new products as you take your shower. It would be the worst to have an allergic reaction to a new product the day of your wedding! If you normally shave, whether it be your body or your face, shave after or during your shower the day of your wedding. This ensures that you have the closest possible shave and that you won't have any unwanted stubble! Don't overstuff yourself the day of the wedding. This could give you a bloated look and make you not fit quite as well into your dress or suit. Instead, eat a meal with fruit and vegetables, protein, and whole grains. This will fill you up and give you the energy you need for your big day. Remember to hydrate. Drinking enough water gives you glowing skin and will help you to feel more full. Try to stay away from dark berries, red wine and coffee in the couple days before your wedding and on your wedding day. These foods might stain your teeth or make them appear less white! You never know what can happen. Even if applying your makeup or doing your hair only took an hour during your test run, it may take slightly longer for you or your stylist to do it on your wedding day. Make sure that you give yourself enough time to finish your hair and makeup no matter what. Ideally, your makeup and hair appointments should be at least two hours before your wedding. This way it will not be last minute, but at the same time your hair and makeup will still look perfect. Make sure to set your hair and makeup. Use hairspray for your hair and makeup setter if you are wearing makeup. This will ensure that nothing will shift in the hours before your wedding. Wear a button-down shirt while you are getting your makeup done. That way your dress will not get stained or dirty, and you will eventually be able to change into your dress without affecting your hair or makeup. You want to make sure that you look great and it may be good to do additional touch-ups after your appointments. One important thing to bring along is a comb or brush for your hair. If you are wearing makeup, it is a good idea to take some blotting papers and powder with a powder brush to reduce shine. You also may want to bring along the lipstick you are using if you are wearing lipstick as lipstick can easily smudge and move. A compact mirror is always a good idea too because you can check up on your appearance while you are on the go. | Get enough sleep. Get up early enough to shower. Eat a light but filling breakfast. Show up to your hair and makeup appointments 15 minutes early. Bring touch-up materials along with you after your appointments. |
Use a rear-facing seat for an infant under 20 lbs. (9 kg). Buy a front-facing seat for a toddler between 20 and 40 lbs. (9-18 kg). Purchase a booster seat for a child between 40 and 80 lbs. (18-36 kg) and under 4 feet 9 inches (145 cm) tall. Never place children in front-facing car seats or booster seats in the front seat unless the passenger-side airbag is turned off. Infants and toddlers should always go in the back seat. Look for a lever on the side of the seat facing the car door. In most models, lift it up to straighten the seat. Raise the seat back to a 90-degree angle. Read your the car seat user's manual and follow the installation instructions. Depending on the style and model of your car seat, you might need accessories, such as a universal anchorage strap or a locking clip. If they don't come with the seat, consult your manual or he company website for information on ordering them. Insert the base first. Lace the bottom part of the seat belt through the belt path on the seat base. Fasten the seat belt and press the base firmly into the backseat. Finally, lock the carrier into the base. Untwist the belt, if necessary, before fastening the seatbelt. Untwist the seat belt, if necessary. Thread the belt through the belt path on the car seat. Fasten the belt and press the car seat into the seat cushion to tighten the car seat. Make sure you can't move it more than 1 inch (2.5 cm). Read your user's manual for further instructions. Buckle the child into the seat according to the instructions in your user's manual. Seats for infants and toddlers usually have a tripartite harness that secures the child's shoulders, torso, and lap. Booster seats typically depend on car seat belts entirely. Wait until the child is in the seat. Untwist the seat belt, if necessary. Then, bring it across the child's body and fasten it. Make sure the shoulder strap rests against the child's chest and that the lower belt rests on the tops of their thighs. Keep it away from their abdomen or throat. If the booster seat has armrests, keep the lower belt below them. | Purchase a seat appropriate to the child's age and weight. Straighten the seat back, if necessary. Install the car seat. Secure a rear-facing car seat into the backseat. Buckle in a front-facing car seat. Fasten the child into the car seat. Secure a booster seat. |
EMDR therapy is not a one-time treatment. It utilizes an eight-phase approach to psychotherapy, and requires the patient to recall painful memories while the therapist guides them through a series of eye movements. Each set of eye movements lasts approximately 30 seconds, and is designed to replicate the mechanisms that take place during Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep. EMDR therapy helps patients deal with a traumatic past, but it can also help cope with present circumstances and even plan for future events. Studies have shown that eye movements help disrupt working memory. The combination of exposure therapy and eye movement help the patient's brain process the traumatic memories. This changes the trauma from what's considered a "stuck memory" into a resolved learning experience, after which the patient is able to let go of the feelings of trauma. EMDR has a high rate of success, when patients complete the entire course of treatment. Some patients are able to process a single traumatic event in as few as three sessions, while other patients need 12 or more sessions to fully process an event. Every patient is different, and for maximum results you should adhere to your therapist's recommendations. EMDR was originally designed to primarily treat PTSD, but the scope of treatment has expanded somewhat over time. There is some anecdotal evidence which suggests that EMDR may be useful in treating phobias and panic disorders, but researchers have failed to find any strong clinical success in the use of EMDR for these conditions. EMDR is most effective at treating PTSD and trauma from assault, combat, or life-threatening situations. However, EMDR may be effective at treating other anxiety disorders, if those disorders originated in response to a traumatic incident. If you think EMDR therapy might be right for you, talk to your doctor or contact an EMDR-qualified therapist for a consultation. It is vital that therapists be formally trained in EMDR therapy. The memories brought up in EMDR therapy are often traumatic, life-threatening events, and it is imperative that the therapist knows how to properly administer treatment and help the patient cope with these memories. If the therapist is not formally trained in EMDR, the treatment could be ineffective, or even harmful. Ask your prospective therapist if they have received both levels of EMDR training, and whether that training was through an EMDRIA-approved institution. Ensure that the prospective therapist is up to date on the latest EMDR protocols and practices. Ask the prospective therapist how many cases they have treated with the problem for which you are seeking treatment, and what their success rate has been for those cases. To find a qualified EMDR therapist in the United States or Canada, visit the Psychology Today search engine at https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/prof_search.php. You can search by state or province, then expand the “Treatment Orientation” tab on the left-hand side to search for EMDR treatment. If you live outside these regions, you can use an online search engine like Google to find EMDR therapists in your area. Before the actual EMDR therapy begins, the patient and therapist begin a period of preparation. This is important for the patient's health and the success of the therapy, as the therapist teaches the patient various techniques to cope with the traumatic memories discussed during therapy. These techniques should ultimately help the patient to control or “soothe” their emotional response to the painful and traumatic memories that will arise during subsequent sessions. The preparation phase will vary, depending on the patient and their ability to manage the trauma. Many therapists feel that the patient is typically ready after one or two initial sessions, but the decision to move forward is at the discretion of the therapist. The end of the preparation phase will ultimately be determined by the perceived preparedness of the patient. | Know what to expect. Learn if EMDR will help you. Find an EMDR-qualified therapist. Anticipate a slow start. |
This paper addresses unsupervised few-shot object recognition, where all training images are unlabeled and do not share classes with labeled support images for few-shot recognition in testing.We use a new GAN-like deep architecture aimed at unsupervised learning of an image representation which will encode latent object parts and thus generalize well to unseen classes in our few-shot recognition task.Our unsupervised training integrates adversarial, self-supervision, and deep metric learning.We make two contributions.First, we extend the vanilla GAN with reconstruction loss to enforce the discriminator capture the most relevant characteristics of "fake" images generated from randomly sampled codes.Second, we compile a training set of triplet image examples for estimating the triplet loss in metric learning by using an image masking procedure suitably designed to identify latent object parts.Hence, metric learning ensures that the deep representation of images showing similar object classes which share some parts are closer than the representations of images which do not have common parts.Our results show that we significantly outperform the state of the art, as well as get similar performance to the common episodic training for fully-supervised few-shot learning on the Mini-Imagenet and Tiered-Imagenet datasets. | We address the problem of unsupervised few-shot object recognition, where all training images are unlabeled and do not share classes with test images. |
While dream interpretation is popular, scientists have very limited knowledge of dreams and the biological purposes they serve. Most of Freud's theories have been discredited and a lot of research on dream interpretation is unverified. Keep in mind that while interpreting recurring dreams can be entertaining, take interpretations with a grain of salt. Dream dictionaries are not the best investment when it comes to interpreting dreams. While some symbols have shared cultural meaning, much of what appears in your dreams is deeply personal. You're better off interrogating your own thoughts and desires when considering a dream than consulting a dream dictionary. If you have frequent, disturbing dreams, this may be an indication of an underlying psychological condition. You should talk to a psychiatrist or therapist if a particular dream is disrupting your ability to function in day-to-day life. | Understand scientists have limited knowledge of dreams. Stay away from dream dictionaries. Talk to a therapist about disturbing recurrent dreams. |
If you want to build your own harp, consider starting with a Celtic, or Lever harp. While there are many types of harp to choose from, the Lever harp is one of the more common types of harps, and may be easier to build for a beginner. The Paraguayan harp, while less common, is gaining popularity. Paraguayan harps are much lighter than other harps, and are easier on the fingers due to a lighter string tension. Look around at various harps and study them. Find qualities in each harp that you like, and those that you don't. If you're designing the harp for yourself, consider trying to copy the design of a harp you like. You can find a variety of harp plans online, even some for free. Some designs are simple, while others can be complex and quite expensive. If you feel confident in your abilities, you could try designing the harp completely from scratch. If you copy someone's design, do not try to sell it. The original designer may file a lawsuit against you for plagiarism. The type of wood you use in constructing your harp will have an effect on the sound quality and string tension. You can build harps out of several different types of wood, such as maple, oak, cherry, or spruce. Harder woods will allow you to build a harp with more string tension. You can use softer woods, but it may affect the lifespan of the instrument. Building a harp can get expensive, especially if you don't have access to the various tools required to work the wood. Other factors, such as what type of wood you decide to use, will also affect the final cost of your harp. If you are building a harp for the first time, consider building a simple harp. Use inexpensive materials and focus on getting the technique right. You can even try to salvage the necessary lumber. Building a harp also requires a serious investment in time. Expect to spend at least 28 hours on a simple design. It is possible to spend upwards of 100 hours or more on a complex harp build. | Choose a style. Find a design for your harp. Decide what kind of wood you want to use. Buy your materials. |
Wind direction is highly important when learning backspin shots. Hitting into the wind will often result in increased spin. However, this may be back-spin, which is desired, or it may be side-spin, which can cause your ball to travel off course. The higher your ball goes, the more time it has to travel sideways. Aim to hit shots with lots of backspin when there isn't much head-wind. You may find that you are never able to consistently backspin without a favorable wind. Many professionals avoid attempting to hit shots with higher-than-average backspin when the wind is against them. Friction is essential to creating backspin, so it's more difficult to create backspin on short shots (like those at 50 yards (46 m)). It's easier to create friction between the ball and the club-face when the club-head is travelling at higher speeds, such as those used when hitting shots at longer distances (such as 160 yards (150 m). You may want to start with mid- to long-range shots while learning backspin. The "face" of your ball is the circle you see when viewing the ball head-on. Hitting your ball lower on its back face will create even greater force in your backspin, improving it. This characteristic is called the "vertical gear effect." It states that balls hit lower on the face will have greater spin than those that are hit high. If you hit a shot high on the club-face, grass may be caught between the ball and club-face, as the club-head travels toward the ball, into, and through the ground lower. | Backspin into the wind. Backspin long shots for better results. Strike low on the face of the ball. |
Many donations to charity are tax deductible, but not all are. In order to do so you must be a 501 c 3 or have the right to use another group's 501 c 3 to process your donations. If your organization provided anything in exchange for the donation, you must say that in your acknowledgement letter. This is called a quid pro quo contribution. An example of a quid pro quo contribution would be if you made a donation of $100 and got a cookbook valued at $30 in exchange. Only $70 of this contribution is deductible. You usually need not worry about very small items like a refrigerator magnet or a pen. For quid pro quo contributions, you must provide an acknowledgement if the cash donation is $75 or greater, even if the deductible part is less than $75. Acknowledgement letters are important for a few reasons. They are the right thing to do, of course, but they also provide the donor with a record of their donation for tax purposes. The IRS requires that an acknowledgement letter be provided for any gift of $250 or more. Acknowledgements must be written, but can be electronic or printed. Although the threshold is $250, it's good practice to acknowledge every gift you receive, even if it's $5. 40 states in the U.S. require charities to register with a state agency in order to solicit donations from residents of those states. Solicitation can include any type of request, whether by mail, online or by phone. Check online to see whether you are required to register. The best way to understand the legal issues in fundraising is to get professional advice. Check with your financial staff, an attorney or an accountant who specializes in nonprofit finance if you have any questions at all about the law. | Understand tax deductibility. Disclose whether goods or services were provided in exchange for the donation. Provide acknowledgement letters. Register your charity (optional). Talk to a professional. |
Unfortunately not all fashion accessories can be worn at all ages, the snapback being one of them. In some countries, like Europe, boys and men often share the same style, but in countries like the United States, wearing a snapback at an older age can make it seem like you are stuck in the past or don't know how to best dress for your age. You can still be quite stylish at an older age, and you can definitely still wear hats, but wearing a snapback is generally common among teens and young adults, so you might try sticking to styles that complement your age instead of making it look like you are trying to look much younger. If you really want to wear a snapback, you definitely can. Some people want to stand out and don't want to fit in with societal norms, which is totally fine, but just remember that others may not consider it the best style option. Snapbacks are great fashion accessories that can really boost your style, but should only be worn at appropriate times. If you are attending a formal event, or going to a job interview, avoid wearing a hat as this can often be too casual. There are other ways to show your style and uniqueness, so before you throw on your snapback, think about the place you are going and the people that will be there. Before you wear a snapback, make sure you are wearing it for the right reasons. You want to feel comfortable in your snapback and it should complement your personality. If you're going to feel insecure in the snapback you have chosen or feel like a poser then maybe it's best to save the style change for a later time or choose a snapback that better fits you. The point is, snapbacks require confidence, and if you don't feel confident in one then it will likely be noticeable. Wear it because it fits you, not because you are trying to fit into a certain group of people. | Remember your age. Consider the outing. Be who you are, not someone you aren't. |
There are many options for creating your own mood chart. The method you choose will depend on your preferences. You can create a mood chart using tables from either Microsoft Word or Excel and print several copies. You could use blank sheets of paper, a pencil, and rulers to draw your own chart. You could also simply write out the details of each day on a journal page. If you are not creative or do not want to take the time to keep up with a paper chart, you can track your mood online at websites that usually offer a way to connect with likeminded people. You also have the option to log onto the Apple App Store and Google Play Store and search for "mood chart" or "mood tracker" apps to download on your phone. Or, you can keep a paper chart that you have downloaded. Mood charts can be as simple or elaborate as you like. Some people merely track their sleep, moods, anxiety and medications, while others keep tabs on sleep, mood, energy, eating, behaviors, medications and so much more. Decide which factors are most relevant or helpful to your case and include them in your chart. For the purposes of creating our chart we will be focusing on mood, anxiety, sleep, and medications by documenting them in a journal. . If you want to describe your sleep and mood status daily and also have the option of writing additional notes about what happened that day, a diary or journal would be most helpful. Buy one that is attractive to you and have at least 10 to 15 lines of space on each page. Every page in your journal will represent a day in your life. Since we will be tracking mood, anxiety, sleep, and medications, we will only be required to develop spectrums for mood and anxiety. Sleep will be documented as hours slept, and medication will list which pills you took, at what time, and at what dosage. We can include a precise rating scale on the first page of the journal so that the ratings are always accessible. Your rating scale might look like this: 1- Extremely Depressed 2- Very Depressed 3- Somewhat Depressed 4- Mildly Depressed 5- Stable 6- Mildly Manic 7- Somewhat Manic 8- Very Manic 9-Extremely Manic If you are tracking additional factors, such as anxiety, you can follow a similar protocol. Create a rating scale from 1 to 9 (or some other number) ranging from Extremely Low to Extremely High in anxiety. If you are up for about an 18-hour period, it might be most helpful to chart three times a day - every six hours. Create a special spot for each time-frame in your journal and leave 3 to 4 lines open beneath the time spot. Then, leave a number of lines clear at the bottom of each page for additional notes on your mood, energy, stressors and/or behaviors for that day. | Decide on which format you want to chart. Choose what you will be tracking. Purchase a journal Create a rating scale from which to rate each element. Determine how many times a day you would like to chart. |
You shouldn't pull every trick out of your sleeve, tell the girl every little thing that makes you interesting, and ask her every possible question that will fascinate her all at once. That will leave you with little to talk about the next time you see her. Instead, find a way to "tease" the conversation so she wants to hear what you have to say and to keep talking the next time you're around. Here are some ways to do it: "Did I tell you about the time I met Dave Matthews at a Burger King? Oh man, I'll have to save that one for another day." "Acting sounds so fun. I want to hear all about how you're getting into the role of Lady Macbeth next time. Macbeth is like, my favorite Shakespeare play." "Eddie and I are going to try surfing for the first time tomorrow. It's supposed to be really windy, so I'll let you know if we survive." You don't have to tell the girl that you just had the time of your life talking to her -- even if you did! Just one short sentence that lets her know that you had a great conversation will make her feel special and will make her want to talk to you again. Here are some ways to do it: "It's been fun catching up. I can't believe what you told me about your sister." "I love talking to you about music. I always walk away with a new recommendation." "Looks like I lost track of time because I like talking about movies so much." The conversation doesn't have to end there. Right before you say goodbye, say something that lets her know that you're looking forward to talking again, even if you won't get to see her for a little while. This will make her feel special without feeling like she's being stalked. Here are some things you can say: "Good luck with that swim meet tomorrow. You'll have to tell me all about it soon." "I'll see you in Math tomorrow. Please come prepared with a joke because I'll need a good laugh after we get those tests back." "I love hearing your stories about your family. Maybe I'll get to hear more at Becky's party this weekend." Once you've closed down the conversation, let the girl know that you like talking to her, and mentioned a time when you'll potentially see each other again, you have nothing left to do but to smile, lift up a hand, say, "See you later," and then walk off into the sunset. Make your exit confidently and quickly instead of lingering around until you run out of things to talk about or keep shifting feet. Don't try too hard at the end. Just a simple, "I'll talk to you later," will get the point across. If you have a place to go, like English class or batting practice, tell her where you're going so she sees that you're busy and have a lot going on. Give the girl a big smile when you leave to make her comfortable. It doesn't have to be an intense, over-the-top smile. Just smile enough to let her see that you've had a good time. | Leave her wanting more. Let her know you liked talking to her. Talk about when you'll get to talk to her again. Exit gracefully. |
Look for tops, skirts, and dresses that nip in at the waist to accentuate your naturally sexy hourglass shape. The cinched or narrower section of a garment should hit at your natural waist, which is the smallest part of your midsection, between your ribcage and belly button. Try peplum or wrap style shirts and dresses, which show off the narrowest part of your midsection while flaring away from the stomach below. A wrap dress makes for an attractive everyday look, while peplums easily create a sexy evening look; both can be dressed up or down. Try skirts, shorts, and pants that are intended to be high-waisted, hitting anywhere from the bellybutton up to the natural waist, which accentuates the waist but also creates some support for the lower abdomen if you want it. Buy pants and jeans that accommodate a larger waist and hip section by looking out for curvy fits, or material with enough stretch to create both comfort and a sexy body-hugging look for the waist, hips, and backside. Make sure that the waist on any pair of pants fits comfortably when standing and sitting. Remember that the waist can stretch with wear, but should fit when just washed as well. Try jeggings or other popular pant styles that feature an elastic waistband for optimal comfort and extra curve-hugging. A wide stretch waistband fits more comfortably than a smaller one that may dig into the waist or lower stomach. Opt for a mid-rise or high-rise fit to slim the lower abdomen for a sleek look. Opt for solid colors in dark or jewel tones for a sleek evening look that flatters your waist and hips. Keep patterns subtle and smaller in scale for a chic and sexy style. In general, lighter colors will visually highlight and darker colors will reduce, so choose color for your top to draw attention to your midsection, or dark neutrals to downplay it. Try patterns with geometric shapes that point downward, like vertical stripes or chevrons, for an elongating effect for the middle of the body. You can still use more horizontal or larger patterns for any areas you want to accentuate. Wear tops made with fabric thick enough that it won't cling to your body where you don't want it to. Make sure ruffles, beading, or other embellishments that can be sexy are placed on areas you want to highlight rather than downplay. Embellishments that add volume to a garment should hit only at areas of your body you want to accentuate or widen. However, features like a belt or ruching can help narrow an area like the waist if you want to define that sexy hourglass shape. If you choose thinner fabric for garments around your midsection, look for items that drape, fold, or gather to avoid uncomfortable or unflattering clinging. Wear a tank top or control undergarment underneath a top that is too thin to provide a smooth base. | Go for cinched waistlines. Look for curvy fit or stretch denim to flatter the waist. Try solid colors or smaller patterns. Favor thick fabric and use embellishment strategically. |
If your lipstick broke in half, reattach it by melting the pieces back together. Make the ends of the lipstick pieces smooth using a cotton swab, and then use a lighter to soften the base. Right after the base of the lipstick is slightly melted, soften the end of the piece that broke off. Stick the pieces together carefully, using the lighter to slightly melt the edges where they connect so that you can smooth them out using a cotton swab. Twist your lipstick until it's fully extended before starting to repair the lipstick to make the process easier. If your lipstick happened to break off right where it's attached to the base, fixing it is super easy. Use a toothpick, bobby pin, or other tiny tool to remove the lipstick stuck in the bottom of the base. Now take the top part of the lipstick that broke off and place it back in the base. If you live somewhere hot or your lipstick keeps melting, consider buying a reusable lipstick mold. The best place to find these is online, and they cost roughly $15. If your lipstick is cracked into pieces or simply can't be restored, melt it down. Place the lipstick pieces in a large spoon and melt them using a lighter. Once it's all melted, transfer it to a tiny container or palette before putting it into the freezer to stiffen. Now you can use your finger to apply the lipstick, or use a lip brush. | Melt the ends of your lipstick if it broke in half. Scoop out the bottom of your lipstick if it broke at the base. Purchase a reusable lipstick mold if your lipstick melts frequently. Transfer your lipstick to a container if it can’t be fixed. |
If you're trying to get out of an abusive situation, the first thing you should do is secure your finances. Abusers tend to seek control and often do so by taking hold of your financial security. Before making plans for a divorce, seek financial security. Open a bank account in your own name. Move finances into your account and try to have paychecks and any other personal income transferred directly into that account. Change any PIN numbers. Pick a sequence of numbers that can't be easily identified or hacked. Do not pick anything your husband might know, like birthdays or important dates. Try to obtain a credit card in case of emergencies. If you're left without money, you can charge as a last resort. You can also buy a prepaid credit card, which are available for purchase at many retail outlets. Evidence is key in a divorce trial where abuse is involved. As you formulate a plan to leave, gather as much evidence as you can. This can help you if things get ugly during trial. There are three main types of evidence you should look for in a divorce trial: Photographic evidence, which includes photos of injuries and broken property like cracks in the wall or shattered phones Documentary evidence, which includes recorded phone calls, text messages, e-mails, and letters Eyewitness testimony, which is accounts from people who have witnessed the abuse Before you physically leave your husband, report the situation to the police. If a police report has been filed you will already have the upper hand before leaving. This can also help your case if you take any children with you. Your husband's legal rights regarding any children you have may be affected by reports of abuse. This can prevent you from getting into legal trouble for removing children from an abusive situation. You should form a plan to escape from an abusive situation. Oftentimes, abusers get angry and violent if you tell them you're going to leave. Make an escape plan ahead of time. Choose a time when you know your husband will not be home. You might have to wait for him to go away on a trip or leave for work. As you'll have limited time to leave, you might have to leave behind many of your personal items. This can be emotionally difficult, especially if items have sentimental value, but keep in mind nothing is more important than your own personal safety. Try to focus on how you're working towards a safer, happier future. Find a safe place to stay. Women's shelters often offer housing and financial help for women in need. You can also ask family and friends for help in this situation if you're close to anyone if the area. You might want to keep you location a secret if you believe your husband would follow you wherever you went. Keep in mind things can get tricky, legally speaking, if children are involved. Your husband will still technically have legal rights prior to the divorce and any custody settlements if no arrests or legal action have been taken against him. If you're concerned about whether you could get in trouble for taking your kids, talk to a lawyer before making any decisions. | Secure your finances. Gather evidence. Report abuse to the authorities. Form an escape plan. |
This step only applies to kittens that are still with their mothers. The mother will stop allowing her kitten to nurse at around 4-6 weeks after its birth. That's when her milk begins to dry up. If the mother has fully weaned her kitten off milk, the kitten is probably about 7 weeks old. After 7 weeks, mother cats will no longer allow her kittens to nurse. You might notice that the kitten tries to approach its mother to nurse, but is swatted away and rejected. A kitten of 7-8 weeks will begin leaving her mother more frequently and for longer periods of time for more adventurous exploration. A kitten's proficiency in walking can indicate her age based on normal development. Kittens are unable to stand or walk around until they reach around 2 to 4 weeks of age. Until then, they spend their time snuggling up to their mother and siblings, sleeping, or nursing. If a kitten needs to move in the first few weeks, she does a belly-crawl. Wobbliness and uncertainty when your kitten walks indicates that your kitten is around 2 weeks old. If your kitten is beginning to look confident in her ability to walk, she is likely older than 3 weeks. Between 3-4 weeks, a kitten will begin to demonstrate the righting reflex, which is the ability to turn in mid-air to land on their feet. Around 4 weeks of age, the kitten will be able to walk more steadily and explore its environment. Its natural curiosity and playfulness will emerge with this increased mobility. Kittens of this age will begin to show pouncing behavior. A kitten who can run is at least five weeks old. Although the eyes and ear canals begin opening in the second or third week of life, those senses are still developing at an early age. Response to external stimuli indicate an age of about 3.5 weeks. A healthy kitten will grow more confident around the fifth and sixth weeks of its life. This is due, in large part, to its growing coordination and mobility. A kitten of this age will begin exploring its environment more fearlessly than a younger, more hesitant kitten. By 7-8 weeks, a kitten should be highly coordinated and mobile. She will enjoy running around, playing and socializing with humans and other pets, and exploring higher spaces by practicing its jumping motions. | Monitor the kitten for signs of weaning. Watch the kitten’s mobility. Observe the kitten's reaction to noise and moving objects. Assess confidence and playfulness. |
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