Regulate the water temperature. Measure the pH. Test the water's hardness. Change the water in your tank.

Many children with cystic fibrosis will have very salty sweat. You may notice it when you kiss your child. Children with cystic fibrosis may not display all the symptoms of the disorder until they get older or their symptoms may get worse as they age. If you have cystic fibrosis, you may experience respiratory issues like wheezing, breathlessness, a persistent cough that results in thick mucus, and lung infections. You may also have recurring issues like pneumonia and pancreatitis. Cystic fibrosis can cause your digestive system to stop functioning, leading to issues like intestinal blockage, rectal problems, and greasy or foul-smelling stools. Some people have a defective gene that can out them at risk of developing cystic fibrosis. If cystic fibrosis runs in your family, you should get tested for this disorder. Getting diagnosed early can help make your quality of life better and give you access to effective treatments. Your doctor will suggest doing a blood test to check if you have a defective gene that can be linked to cystic fibrosis.

TL;DR in English: Watch for salty sweat in children. Look for respiratory issues like wheezing and a persistent cough. Notice if you have severe constipation and foul-smelling stools. Get tested if you have a genetic predisposition.
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Dermatologists recommend using gentle cleansers to wash your skin. Gentle cleansers are less likely to cause irritation, which is important because irritated ingrown pimples may seem bigger and more obvious. If you think your ingrown hair is caused by bacteria, however, you will want to use an antibacterial soap.  Look for a product that is labeled as “non-comedogenic.” Non-comedogenic means that the product will not clog your pores. Products containing benzyl peroxide have antibacterial properties and help heal infected follicles. Apply to infected follicle twice daily. There are some oils that are considered non-comedogenic as well. You can use these oils to cleanse your skin. You can find many of these oils in the beauty section of well-stocked grocery stores and health food stores. Some good choices include:  Argan oil Hemp seed oil Sunflower oil Shea butter Safflower oil The toothbrush bristles or washcloth fabric can help to remove dead skin and free the embedded hair. When you are washing your skin, apply a small amount of cleanser or non-comedogenic oil to the toothbrush or washcloth and use gentle circular motions to cleanse your skin.  Rinse the area with lukewarm water after washing.  Do not scrub your face with a harsh sponge, abrasive cloth, or other tool. Just use a soft cloth or your fingertips to wash your face. Make sure that you only pat dry your skin or you may irritate the ingrown pimple. Avoid using any rubbing motions while toweling off your skin. Just use a gentle patting motion to dry your face.

TL;DR in English: Choose a gentle cleanser. Try using a non-comedogenic oil. Wash your skin with a soft bristled toothbrush or a soft washcloth. Dry off your skin with a cotton towel.
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Supplements are often used to support people who have gone through the stress of a wound. Cortisol, which is a hormone released when the body is stressed due to injury, burns, and infections, causes a decrease in glutamine. Some studies suggest that glutamine supplements help your immune system, which helps you fight against the adverse effects of wounds. Glutamine also helps reduce infections. The innate muscle recovery properties of glutamine also make it extremely effective with patients who have suffered from burns or undergo surgeries. Glutamine is a popular bodybuilding supplement. Just like when the body goes through stress due to injury, your body goes through stress when you build muscle. There is a short-term break down of muscle, and glutamine along with other amino acids are the building blocks of the new muscle that will be built post work out. The common thought is that it helps recharge and strengthen muscles that are overly taxed by exhaustive exercise. Although this is a popular method, there have been no conclusive studies with evidence for its use in bodybuilding. Patients with cancer often have low levels of glutamine as well as other macro- and micronutrients. Due to this deficiency, research is being done as to how glutamine supplementation may help cancer patients. Currently, it is used for malnourished patients who are going through treatment as well as for patients receiving bone marrow transplants. Some studies indicate it may help with stomatitis, which is an inflammation of the mucosa of the mouth, and diarrhea associated with chemotherapy. There are a few other conditions that researchers believe are helped by glutamine. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, may be helped by glutamine supplements. This is because glutamine plays a role in protecting the mucosa, which is the lining of GI tract. Take one 5g tablet, six times a day by mouth for up to 16 weeks. The amount of time for this dosage is limited because it is a much higher...

TL;DR in English: Use glutamine for wound healing. Take glutamine for bodybuilding. Increase low levels due to cancer. Treat other issues.
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Depending on your school and class size, this could prove to be a difficult task. But meeting as many people that you are representing as class president is important! Spend your time wisely during the day so you can meet different people during different activities.  Start up a conversation with someone between classes. Even if you just stop by someone's locker to ask how their day is going, it will help students understand that you are a friendly person. Sit with someone new each day during lunch time. Look around the cafeteria to see if anyone is sitting alone and join them for lunch. This is your chance to approach students that are loners and get to know what kind of issues they want you to deal with. Partner up with different classmates for projects in class. It is easy to stick with your friend for projects, but pairing up with different people can be rewarding because you will get to know them better while working together. Making sure you know your classmates on a name basis is essential of a good class president.Students will connect with you better if you honestly know who they are, and you don't just pretend to care.  Introduce yourself when you see classmates you have not met yet. Ask for students' names and repeat it to them to make sure you're saying it right. Acknowledge people you've already met on different occasions by addressing them by name. Recall parts of past conversations so classmates can see you pay attention to them. The effort that you put in getting to know your classmates in school is as important as getting to know them outside of school. It is easier for classmates to open up to you if you have fun with them away from the classroom.  Plan gatherings at the mall to shop together. There are so many stores and activities at a mall, so it is the perfect place to interact with your fellow classmates and learn more about them in a casual setting. Get together to watch movies at the movie theatre as a large group.There won't be much talking done during the movie, but the discussion...

TL;DR in English: Talk to all of your classmates at least once. Remember the names of the people you talk to. Put together fun events outside of school.
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If you know the guy she has a crush on, stop and take an inventory of what traits he possesses. Is he the athletic type? Does he have a particular talent, like art or music? Is he brainy with straight As? Learning more about her crush can tell you a lot about what she looks for in a guy. Think about what the other guy is like and whether there’s a possibility that she could like you for the same reasons without you having to change your personality. Find out what other people have to say about the guy she has a crush on. If you go to school with him, ask people that know him what kind of person he is, what they like about him, etc. She may like nice guys, or she may be more attracted to the “bad boy” type. Get to know the people she hangs out with and see what they’re like. Most likely, the qualities she looks for in choosing friends are the same ones that determine who she likes. Find out what you have in common with her clique. If things go well, your crush’s friends may become your friends, too, which means you’ll be able to spend more time around her.  When talking to your crush’s friends, casually bring up the subject of what kinds of guys she normally falls for, and how she feels about you. If they like you, they’ll be willing to give you helpful advice about how to win her over. Try not to act like you’re interrogating them. You’re trying to find out more about her by talking to her friends. If they feel like you’ve got ulterior motives or you’re being dishonest, you may end up doing more harm than good. Pay attention to the things she likes to do. Is she studious or social? Where does she like to hang out, and who does she hang out with? What type of music does she listen to? You’re looking for clues that will tell you more about what she’s into so that you can find ways to relate to her. Start taking notice of things she gets excited about, or that she finds uninteresting. This will help you decide what sorts of subjects to talk about the next time you’re around her. Be observant, but don’t be a...

TL;DR in English: Think about what her crush is like. Talk to her friends. Study her habits. Review your own attributes.
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Because silver dollar fish tend to naturally inhabit waterways in South America, they typically thrive in slightly warmer water temperatures. Use a water heater and keep a thermometer in or near the tank so you can regulate the temperature as needed. The ideal water temperature range for silver dollar fish is between 75 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit (23.9 to 27.8 degrees Celsius). However, they may be able to survive in temperatures as low as 71.6 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees Celsius). Percent hydrogen, or pH, is a measure of how acidic or basic a sample of water is. Some breeders recommend maintaining a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. However, silver dollar fish can survive in water with a pH as low as 5.0 and as high as 7.8.  Check the pH every time you change the water. You may also want to test the pH of your water source to ensure that you're not introducing acidic or basic water to an otherwise stable environment. You can raise the pH by adding an alkaline buffer and lower it by adding an acid buffer. Both products can be purchased at most pet stores or through an online retailer. General hardness is a measurement of how much calcium carbonate is dissolved in the water. Silver dollar fish generally prefer soft water with 70 to 140 parts per million of dissolved calcium carbonate.  The ideal range of water hardness for silver dollar fish is between 4 and 8 dH. You can soften hard water by using a reverse osmosis unit or by adding aquarium peat, available at many pet stores or online. You can harden soft water by adding calcium-based rocks to your tank. You should completely change the water at least once every month to ensure a stable habitat. However, changing the water too frequently can deplete the bacteria your fish rely on. Because of this, it's recommended that fish owners perform partial water changes in which approximately 25% of the water is replaced. Partial changes can be performed about once every two weeks, though tanks that get dirty very quickly may need more frequent partial water changes. You may...

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Go to https://www.instagram.com/ in your web browser. This will open your Instagram feed if you're logged into your Instagram account. If you aren't logged into Instagram, click the Log in link in the lower-right side of the page, then enter your Instagram username (or phone number/email address) and password. Scroll through your feed to view posts from people you follow. You can also search for individual users or tags by typing into the "Search" text box at the top of the page. You can do so by double-clicking a post, or you can click ♡ below a post. Click the "Add a comment..." text box below a post's comments (or click the speech bubble icon directly under a post), then type in your comment and press ↵ Enter. Click the "Activity" ♡ icon in the upper-right side of the page to see recent likes, comments, and follows from other people. Click your profile icon in the top-right corner of the page. This will open your profile page, which allows you to view your uploaded photos and videos.  You cannot upload photos or videos on the Instagram website. You can edit your profile's information by clicking Edit Profile at the top of the page, or you can click the gear-shaped icon here to change your password, edit notifications settings, or log out. Click the blue Follow button at the top of a person's profile page in order to follow them, or click the grey Following button at the top of a followed account's page to unfollow the account. You can also block and unblock people on Instagram's website.

TL;DR in English: Open Instagram. Review your feed. Like a post. Add a comment to a post. View your activity. View your profile. Follow or unfollow people.
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White pants are a summertime classic, but if you choose the wrong underwear, they can be a disaster. Choose your nude underwear in a color that closely mimics your skin tone.  If you don't have nude underwear, a light gray pair will also work. Avoid wearing white or black underwear underneath white pants – both colors are equally noticeable. Choosing lingerie for a wedding is tricky; you want your underwear to be beautiful for your wedding night, but invisible during the ceremony and reception.  Choose your underwear in a color that matches your skin tone. Avoid pretty details, like bows. Those details might show through your dress, even if the rest of the underwear doesn't. Choose your underwear in a size bigger than normal so bulges won't be visible through the dress. If you have your heart set on wearing a certain piece of lingerie on your wedding night, change into your fancy underwear after you remove your dress. Depending on who you are and your underwear preferences, this advice may sound like heresy. But there are times when going sans underwear can be effective – for instance, when you're working out.  If you are going to go bare during a workout, make sure to wear bottoms with built in underwear or moisture wicking capabilities. Avoid thongs when working out. The friction caused by your thong sliding around as you work out may cause UTIs or other bacterial infections. If you are going to wear underwear when working out, look for fabrics that are non-abrasive and that have flat seams. Men should wear boxer briefs for sports with medium intensity and jockstraps for high intensity sports. Most of the time you want to cover your underwear up, but when it comes to date night, you want to make sure your underwear is ready to be seen. Follow these tips to pick out a lingerie that works for your body type.  If you're petite, try ruffles to suggest an hourglass figure and a push up bra to give your curves a boost. If you're curvy, try an underwire lace bra with a high waisted panty. If your body type is...

TL;DR in English: Wear nude underwear under white pants. Wear simple underwear under your wedding dress. Be comfortable while working out. Pick the right underwear for a romantic occasion.
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Your focal point is a feature demanding attention, usually the first thing you see when you walk into a room. You want everything around your focal point to complement it. Having a center point of your room helps keep things balanced.  Some rooms have built-in focal points, like large windows or a fireplace. Other focal points include a rug, television, or patterned couch. You can also paint 1 wall a different color to create your own focal point. Examine the colors in your focal point, and choose 1 or 2 hues to accent your room. Pillows are great accessories to add a splash of color to your space, and matching colors to your focal point creates unity and cohesion. For example, if your rug in your living room is primarily blue, red, green, and purple, you can pair this with blue and purple throw pillows on your couch. After you choose a few throw pillows, you can pick other accessories in the similar colors. Place these items on either your coffee tables or end tables. These will help tie the look together across the entire room!  If you aren’t a fan of candlesticks, you could place lanterns on your floor or above your fireplace. You can use lighter or darker hues of the same color to add some interest, if you'd like. If you’re using a vase, you can also place real or fake flowers in similar colors inside the vase. This adds a fresh and pleasant touch to your space! Add decorative touches to your wall by using items like shelves or frames for your art in your color scheme. You can pull your room together by repeating similar colors throughout. It may look best to paint these in a lighter shade of your focal colors, though, so as to not make your room too loud.  You can purchase plain or solid-colored shelves or frames and paint them yourself to perfectly match your displays. Simply purchase acrylic paint, and apply it using a thin paintbrush. For a classy and sophisticated look, pick black and white frames and match the artwork or photographs inside the frames to the colors of the focal point in the room. To...

TL;DR in English: Find your room’s focal point and decorate based on its colors. Choose 3-5 throw pillows in complementary colors to accent your focal point. Get candle holders or vases in similar colors to your pillows. Choose shelves and frames in a lighter shade of your colors to add cohesion. Use personal or sentimental accessories, so your room feels like home. Be creative with placement to make your spaces your own.
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It may be that you already own a housing lot, or a chunk of land in a rural area, on which you’re planning to build your house. The location of your house will, in fact, have a significant effect on the design. Work with an architect—or accommodate your own floor plan—to take into account:  How to situate the house for the best views from your bedroom, living room, and porch. Where to place the house so it won’t be in shadows from nearby mountains or trees. How to maximize sunlight entering your home. Communicate your financial goals to your architect, and ask for their help in establishing a budget for each phase of designing and building the house. The architect can advise you on which building materials and house styles will best suit your architectural and financial goals.  For example, stone houses are visually impressive, but can cost 50% more than wood-framed houses. Also consider that multi-story houses typically cost less to build than single-story homes. However, if you’re planning on living in this house in your old age, single-story will be preferable. Think about how many people will be using your house, and how many room you’ll need to designate as bedrooms, hobby rooms, and workshop areas. This will directly effect the size of your house, the size of your living spaces, and the number of bedrooms and bathrooms you build. Relay all of this information to your architect. If you’re planning to expand your family by asking a partner to move in, getting married, or having 1 or more children, you’ll need to anticipate those future needs. When helping design your own home, take a hands-on approach and communicate to the architect what you want regarding the shape and size of your home. If you have a specific architectural style in mind, or want an overall aesthetic for certain rooms, communicate this as well.  A great way to help out the architect is by collecting photographs of rooms that you like or dislike. These can be found in magazines or online. You may not know the specific vocabulary of...

TL;DR in English: Determine the location for your house. Formulate a budget with your architect. Accommodate the needs of all family members. Assist the architect in the design process.
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Damaged and narrowed arteries can simply be a result of age. Those 55 and older are at an increased risk. Of course, bad health choices—such as poor diet or not getting enough exercise—coupled with old age, can increase your chances of developing the disease as well. Generally speaking, men are more likely to develop CHD than women. However, even women are at an increased risk once they finish menopause. Women also typically have less severe, atypical symptoms of CHD. They tend to have sharper, burning chest pain, and are more likely to experience pain in their neck, jaw, throat, abdomen, or back. If you are a woman who experiences any abnormal sensations or pains in your chest or shoulders, or if you have trouble breathing, talk with your doctor as these could be early warning signs of CHD. If any close relatives had a history of heart disease, then you are at a higher risk for CAD. If a father or brother was diagnosed earlier than age 55 or if a mother or sister was diagnosed before age 65, then you are at the highest risk. Smoking is one of the primary culprits for most CHD cases. Cigarettes contain nicotine and carbon monoxide, both of which force the heart and lungs to work harder. Other chemicals in cigarettes can damage the integrity of your heart’s arterial lining. According to studies, when you smoke, you increase your chance of having CHD by 25%. Even using e-cigarettes ("vaping") can have a similar effect on your heart. For your health, avoid all forms of nicotine. Consistently high blood pressure can cause hardening and thickening in your arteries. This narrows the channel for blood flow and makes the heart work harder to circulate blood through the body, resulting in a greater risk for CHD. A range for normal blood pressure is 90/60 mm Hg to 120/80 mm Hg. Blood pressure isn't always the same and can vary in a short period of time. People with diabetes have blood that is thicker and more viscous, which is harder to pump through the body, meaning your heart has to work overtime. People with...

TL;DR in English: Consider your age. Consider your sex. Look at your family history. Examine your nicotine use. Test your blood pressure. Take into account if you’re diabetic. Try to reduce your cholesterol. Consider your weight. Evaluate your stress levels.
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Gold is a great way to add some pop to your brown eyes. Use gold eyeshadow on your eyelids to highlight the gold specks in your eyes. Apply a matte gold shadow or a metallic gold shadow for some real pop. You can also try other warm metallic shades like copper and bronze on your eyes to make them stand out.

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Make a plan, but be prepared to alter it. Emphasize the temporary nature of withdrawal symptoms. Know that quitting is a learning curve. Talk about when, not if.

About 30 percent of unwanted heat comes from windows. Close your window coverings to prevent direct sunlight from heating up the room. If you don’t already have blinds or curtains in the room, invest in some, especially if you have any south or west-facing windows. By using window coverings, you can reduce indoor temperatures by up to 20 degrees.  Try to keep the window coverings closed from morning until late afternoon when the sun is at its peak. If heat is a persistent problem in the room, consider purchasing thermal insulated blackout curtains. Any device that is powered on is currently contributing to the heat in the room. Unplug or turn off everything you’re not using. Computers and televisions, in particular, generate a lot of heat. Incandescent lightbulbs are big heat-generators, too. If possible, turn the lights off in the room.  It's not always feasible to turn out all the lights. At the very least, dim them as much as you can.  Consider replacing your incandescent lights with compact fluorescent lamps, or better yet, light-emitting diodes which generate far less heat. CFLs and LEDs are more environmentally-friendly, as well. Piles of clothing and other kinds of clutter absorb heat and keep it trapped in the room. The less clutter you have in the room, the more available space there is for the heat to disperse and the faster it will cool down. A lot of clutter can also restrict airflow, making it feel even hotter in the room. Toss any piles of clothing you have on the floor into your closet and shut the door behind them. Do a quick survey of the remaining clutter and quickly eliminate what you can. If it’s hotter inside the room than it is outside, the walls have probably absorbed a lot of heat from sunlight throughout the day. Remove this trapped heat and push it outdoors by opening the windows in the room. Close off any spaces in the house that you currently aren’t using, too. This will help to cool down the room you’re in more quickly. Once it cools off a bit, be sure to close the windows.

TL;DR in English: Close your blinds/curtains. Turn off all unnecessary heat-producing devices, appliances, and lights. Pick up the clutter. Open a window and close off other rooms in the house.
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The purificator is the smallest of the small linens, and the post Communion veil is the largest of the small linens. Both can be either square or rectangular, and both have an embroidered cross in the center.  The purificator is the linen used to dry the holy vessels during Holy Communion. The post Communion veil is used to cover the chalice after Holy Communion has concluded. Lay either linen flat with the cross upright but facing down. Smooth out any wrinkles with your hands. Fold the right side in toward the left. The right-most third of the material should be folded over the center third, leaving only the left-most third visible. Fold the left side in toward the right.  The edge of this left-most third should meet the bend of your first fold. The bend of this fold should meet the edge of the original right side of the linen. Crease both folds with your fingers to lightly crease them before continuing. Fold the bottom third of the linen up so that it covers the center third of the cloth. Fold down the remaining top third of the linen so that it completely covers the material from your previous fold. If done correctly, the purificator and/or post Communion veil should be folded into nine even square sections. Use your fingers to press all the folded edges into firm creases.  Flip the linen over so that the embroidered cross is now on top. Press the creases with an iron before putting the linen into long-term storage. This step completes the process. The purificator or post Communion veil should be ready to store.

TL;DR in English: Look at the linen. Place the linen right-side down. Fold in the right side. Bring in the left side. Fold up the bottom. Bring down the top. Press the creases.
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Many people are sensitive to certain foods that cause cold sores to appear when they are eaten in excess. If you tend to get cold sores easily, limit or stop eating the following foods:  Acidic foods, like tomatoes and citrus fruits. Avoid both raw tomatoes and foods containing tomato-based sauces, and stop drinking tomato, orange and grapefruit juice. Salty foods, like canned soups, fried foods, and snack foods. Excess salt can trigger a cold sore outbreak. Be sure to get plenty of vitamins and nutrients by eating fruits and vegetables. Eat balanced meals, making sure you eat a lot of leafy greens and other nutrient-rich foods. Take a multivitamin if you're concerned you aren't getting enough nutrients. Cold sore outbreaks are more common during periods of stress. You might notice an outbreak around the holidays, or during a particularly stressful time at work. Reduce your chances of getting an outbreak by taking care of yourself during stressful times. Getting enough sleep every night will ensure that your body is rested. Get at least 7 to 8 hours of sleep every night. If you are having trouble falling asleep, try soothing music or 10 minutes of meditation before going to bed to ensure that your body knows that it's time to sleep. Drink lots of water every day to ensure that your body is hydrated. This will not only keep your body healthy, but it can also ward off illnesses that can contribute to a cold sore outbreak. Cold sore outbreaks tend to occur when your immune system has been compromised. You might see them when you've got a cold or have been under the weather for another reason. Keep your immune system healthy by getting lots of sleep, drinking lots of water, and eating foods rich in vitamins and other nutrients. Take precautions against getting the flu or a cold. Wash your hands frequently during flu and cold season. Consider getting a flu shot if you're prone to cold sore outbreaks.

TL;DR in English: Avoid foods that cause outbreaks. Eat nutrient-rich foods. Reduce your stress. Get plenty of sleep. Stay hydrated. Keep your immune system strong.
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Your glued-in weave may benefit from deep conditioning. Dampen the ends of your extensions, then gently work through a deep conditioning product with your fingers. Apply only from the mid-point down, and be very careful not to get conditioner on the glue. Wrap the ends of your extensions in a towel and leave the conditioner in for up to 2 hours, or the length of time recommended on the package. Carefully rinse it out when you’re done, taking care not to get water on the glue. You can also lightly spritz on a leave-in conditioner from the midpoint of your extensions to the tips.

TL;DR in English: Deep-condition the ends of your weave.
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Add ½ cup (115 g) of sugar and ¼ cup (59 ml) of olive oil to a small bowl. Use a spoon to carefully stir the ingredients together until they’re fully blended. The recipe calls for a 2 to 1 ratio for sugar and olive oil. Adjust the amounts to make as much or as little of the scrub as you’d like. When the sugar and oil are mixed, stir in 2 to 3 finely chopped strawberries. Use a spoon or fork to muddle the fruit into the sugar and oil mixture until they are just combined.  Avoid overmixing the berries into the sugar mixture. It can cause the sugar granules to dissolve. The strawberries help brighten and tone your skin. When all of the ingredients are combined, spoon the scrub into a jar or other container with a lid. Keep it in the refrigerator, and it will stay fresh for up to two weeks. To use the scrub, apply it to a dry face with clean fingers. Use a circular motion to rub it into the skin and gently buff away dead skin cells. Be careful not to rub too hard with the scrub. The skin on the face is fragile and can easily become irritated if you scrub too hard. After you’ve applied the scrub, wash it off with warm water. Use a clean towel to gently dry your face, and apply your usual serum, moisturizer, and/or other treatment products. You can use the scrub one to two times a week for brighter, clearer skin.

TL;DR in English: Mix the sugar and olive oil. Add the chopped berries and muddle into the sugar mixture. Transfer to covered container and store in the fridge. Massage the scrub over dry skin. Rinse off the scrub with water and pat your face dry.
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Having a tentative quit-by date can be motivating and give your boyfriend something to focus on, but it shouldn’t be set in stone. If he wants to set a date, make sure he knows that he has not failed if he hasn’t fully quit by this time. Many people will experience things like insomnia, inability to concentrate, anxiety, restlessness, irritability, and depression. These usually go away in a week or two. By reminding your boyfriend that they are temporary, you’ll help him believe that he can get through them. Many people take several attempts to quite smoking. If your boyfriend has a relapse, encourage him to learn from the experience so that next time he can avoid whatever caused him to smoke next time. Smoking is a learned behavior, and so is quitting. Relapses can be frustrating, so demonstrate to your boyfriend that it is only a matter of time before he tries again—and before he succeeds. In fact, most people who quit smoking and then have a relapse try again soon.

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Give others a fair hearing. Suspend your judgement. Paraphrase. Affirm what you've heard.

. Remember that a business plan is an essential roadmap for business success. Write a business plan that projects 3-5 years ahead and outlines the route you intend to take to grow revenues. Make sure to include the following information:  A comprehensive description of your concept A description of your target customers An outline of your menu and potential pricing An explanation of how you plan to market your pub A plan to hire and train employees Remember that a successful pub starts with a strong business plan.  Use your business plan to help secure a loan with the bank. Don’t start a pub unless you can afford at least 6 months of expenses.  Remember that you’ll face competition from other bars and entertainment options. Determine the demographics of the neighborhood and the audience that you’re trying to attract. Try to get advice from someone who has run a successful pub. Don’t make any decisions about your pub before you know key information.  Seek guidance from a financial advisor. Determine how much money you have. Consider your savings and retirement accounts, any equity you might have in real estate, valuable vehicles or other belongings, along with any other investments you've previously made. Determine what you can afford. Determine if you need to take out a business loan from the bank. Find out what you need as collateral. Determine how much a liquor license costs in your area. Remember that they can be very expensive in bigger cities. Determine the cost of required municipal, state, and federal business licenses. Determine what you want to achieve and see if you can afford it. Look at similar locations to determine standard expenses and salaries in your area. Determine whether you can afford to buy or whether you’ll need to rent your property. Ask friends and family for help. Make sure to treat this as a business arrangement and to set its terms out in writing. Confirm that your friend or relative is aware of the risks involved in investing in your business. Make sure that you can make a profit....

TL;DR in English: Craft a business plan Make sure that your business plan is realistic and detailed. Prepare your finances. Decide how you’re going to spend your money. Choose the right location. Pick the right building for your pub. Choose a name for your pub.
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Most toll roads have the toll road operator's phone number on the side of the road. It is imperative you ring them within 48 hours to avoid a fine notice. If you do not purchase a pass or arrange payment with the toll road operator, you will receive an invoice in the mail, which will be the amount of the toll, and a processing fee. If you do not pay this initial invoice, the matter is usually referred to the police / relevant state authority, where costs will escalate and criminal charges may be pursued.

TL;DR in English: If you drove through an electronic lane, and you didn't have a tag, a video tolling account or a pass, relax. Call the toll operator. Pay the invoice.
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Dogs love to chew on stuff. While puppies can be destructive, their destructive play is more about exploring and testing their boundaries than about intentionally destroying things. On the other hand, a destructive adult dog displaying negative behavior such as chewing, digging holes in the backyard, or chewing up the shrubbery needs attending to. Does your dog bark constantly, chew on furniture, or urinate on the ground to get attention? We often reward this behavior by simply directing our attention towards the negative behavior, thereby reinforcing the dog's attention-seeking behavior. If this is the case, you’ll need to reprogram your dog’s expectations. You’ll need to give them more attention in general. Only give your dog attention when they are behaving positively. One of the best things about having a dog is the bond your create. Sometimes, this bond is so strong that your little furry friend might not know how to be independent. About 10% of all puppies and older dogs experience some level of separation anxiety. In the more extreme cases, a dog will throw a tantrum and start barking, pacing, defecating in inappropriate places, and destroying walls or doors in an attempt to get back to an owner. Your dog might respond with fear to such loud noises as thunder or fireworks by destroying doors, walls, or objects, in order to try to hide. Figure out your dog’s logic. It is trying to seem threatening to the unknown element that is making so much noise. Do you keep your dog locked in a white-washed, empty room all day? Are they forced to just sit in their cell without any form of exercise or stimulation? If so, your dog might resort to destructive behavior simply to entertain themselves. Give them store-bought or homemade toys to play with while you are gone. Give them a blanket to lay on. Relocate them to different areas to let them explore. In short, give them things to do in order to stop their boredom. You’d hate being in their place otherwise. Is your dog always full of energy and always active? Does...

TL;DR in English: Understand what can constitute destructive behavior in dogs. Figure out if you dog exhibits attention-seeking behavior. Identify separation anxiety. See if your dog is afraid of loud noises. Determine if your dog is simply bored. Identify over-activity or hyperactivity.
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Aim for a total of 150 minutes of exercise per week. Aerobic exercises, such as walking, light jogging, and cycling are especially beneficial for your joints. Talk to your doctor before you start a new exercise routine, especially if you have a history of heart, bone, or joint issues. Regular, varied exercise is good for your joints, but repetitive motions can cause chronic injuries. Try to exercise different parts of your body each day. If you have to perform repetitive motions at work, take breaks to stretch every 15 to 30 minutes. To vary your exercise routine, try lifting weights on Monday, going for a jog on Tuesday, yoga or stretching on Wednesday, and ride your bike on Thursday. If your knees, hips, and ankles frequently crack, focus on strengthening your leg muscles to reduce the strain on these joints. Go for brisk walks or jogs, ride your bike, swim laps, or use resistance machines at your gym. If you have a history of joint issues, stick to low-impact activities, such as walking and swimming. To minimize joint strain, try to walk on flat, padded tracks instead of hard surfaces and inclines. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and arms extended in front of you. Bend your knees and extend your buttocks backward to lower your body by about 4 to 5 inches (10 to 13 cm). Face forward as you bend your knees, keep your back straight, and align your knees with the second toe on each foot.  Avoid extending your knees past your toes. Stay down for 1 to 2 seconds, return to the starting position, and do a total of 10 repetitions. Knee bends are a great way to get moving during breaks at work or when you don't have time to go for a walk. While taking classes will ensure you maintain proper form, you could also look online for instructional videos. In addition to improving joint health and improving flexibility, yoga and tai chi can improve balance and prevent falls.

TL;DR in English: Try to exercise for 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Vary your exercises and physical activities. Walk, cycle, and swim to strengthen your legs. Perform 10 knee bends during breaks at work. Sign up for a yoga or tai chi class.
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. Though popular music can sometimes seem cookie-cutter (especially lyrically) in fact, there is no single "right" way to write song lyrics. Great song lyrics have been penned from an incredibly wide variety of personal viewpoints that run the entire gamut of human experience. Some songs are cheerful, others are furious. Some songs are laid-back and relaxed, others are tense and paranoid. Some carry great personal significance for the writer, while others are about nothing at all. However, nearly all great songs convey some sort of emotion. For starters, when you write songs, try to express the way you feel when you think about certain topics, events, or people that are important to you. Your lyrics don't necessarily have to mention these things directly, though they certainly can. Let's examine the opening lines of two songs - first, Elliott Smith's "Between the Bars" and, second, Kendrick Lamar's "Swimming Pools (Drank)". Both songs are about alcohol addiction. However, notice that they take two different approaches to the same topic, Smith opting for an indirect, referential approach and Lamar for a more direct one. Both successfully paint powerful emotional pictures.   Between the Bars: Drink up, baby, stay up all night/With the things you could do, you won't but you might/The potential you'll be that you'll never see/The promises you'll only make   Swimming Pools (Drank): Now I done grew up round some people living their life in bottles/Granddaddy had the golden flask backstroke every day in Chicago/Some people like the way it feels/Some people wanna kill their sorrows/Some people wanna fit in with the popular/That was my problem . So, you've been thinking about things that make you feel strong emotions and writing down your thoughts in the form of lyrics. You're already off to a great start. Next, you'll need to organize your lyrics into some sort of song structure - decide which words go in the verse, which in the chorus, which in the bridge, and so on. Many popular songs have lyrics that rhyme - if...

TL;DR in English: Write lyrics with emotional meaning Give your song a sense of structure Compose instrumental backing music for your song Set your lyrics to a melody Pay special attention to your song's chorus or hook. Be passionate
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To be less confrontational, try to put yourself in the other person's shoes and understand how he or she feels. This is called empathy and it begins with listening. Hear others out, learn to listen effectively, and learn to listen actively.  Try to focus on what the other person is expressing. Listen – you don't have to say anything at all to start. Just let him speak his mind. Resist the urge to interrupt. You will have a chance to express your side of the story. Meanwhile, try to convey that you're paying attention by giving cues like nodding your head or by saying “Yes” or “I understand.” Try to do this without butting in. Ignore your own opinions and feelings for the time being, until your peer has said his or her piece. This will be challenging, but keep in mind that your goal is not to interpolate your viewpoint but to understand the other person's. Focus on this other experience.  All that you are doing is to suspend your judgement and opinions. It doesn't mean you will have to accept the other person's perspective, just to temporarily let go. For starters, don't disregard the other person's views out of hand. It is rude and confrontational to tell someone that they should just “Get over it” or “Deal with it.” One way that you can listen more intently to another person and take in what they are saying is to engage with them actively. Try paraphrasing. This is when you restate what you've heard in slightly different words to make sure that you understand correctly. You might also ask questions.  For instance, repeat back the main point once your peer has said something, i.e. “So, what you're saying is that you don't think I respect you” or “So, you seem to think that I'm too confrontational. Is that it?” Paraphrasing shows that you're listening respectfully to the other person. It also helps you better grasp his or her perspective. Try asking some questions, too. Aim for open-ended questions to draw out more of a response. Ask something like “Why is it specifically that you think I don't listen? Can you...

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Check local guidelines. Rinse if required. Remove all non-glass parts. Sort the glass by color if required. Check the batch for other objects.

Tell them you have a counterfeit. to the seller. If it is a store or a business, contact them for a refund. If they refuse, file a report with the Better Business Bureau or your country’s equivalent. If it is a street vendor, report them to your local authorities. And if it is an online seller, such as at an auction site, report them to the coordinating party and leave negative feedback. You can also report a seller of counterfeits to the studio’s anti-piracy department.

TL;DR in English: Go back to the manufacturer or store that sold you the DVD. Complain
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To properly bake russet potatoes, your oven must be very hot. Set it to 425°F (220°C) and allow it to fully heat. Using the center rack ensures that the potatoes cook evenly. You can place them directly on the rack, but oil and moisture may drip off during baking, so setting a baking sheet on the rack beneath it helps keep your oven from getting too dirty. If you prefer, you can also place the potatoes on a foil-lined baking sheet and set it on the center rack.  Placing the potatoes directly on the oven rack creates a crispier skin. You can also wrap the individual potatoes in foil and place them directly on the oven rack if you prefer. However, the skins can sometimes get soggy because of the trapped steam inside the foil. Allow them to bake until the skin is dry and the insides are soft. You can test for doneness by piercing the potatoes with a fork -- if the tines easily press into the flesh, the potatoes are done baking. While the potatoes are cooking, it’s a good idea to turn them every 20 minutes for even baking. When the potatoes are done, carefully remove them from the oven with tongs. Set them down on a plate, and allow them to cool for about 3 minutes.  If you baked the potatoes on a baking sheet, remove them from the sheet to set them aside for cooling. If you wrapped the potatoes in foil for baking, carefully unwrap them for cooling. Be sure to use an oven mitt or potholder to remove the foil because it will be hot. When the potatoes are cool enough to handle comfortably, use a knife to cut them down the middle. Pry the potato open with a fork, and top it with your favorite toppings, such as butter, salt, and pepper. If you have any leftover potatoes, cover them in plastic wrap and store them in the refrigerator. Be sure to eat them within 2 to 3 days.

TL;DR in English: Preheat the oven. Place the potatoes on the middle rack. Bake the potatoes for 50 to 60 minutes. Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 3 minutes. Cut the potatoes open and add toppings for serving.
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You can purchase vintage memorabilia on eBay, Etsy, or in thrift stores, or you can make use of stores such as Target that occasionally carry items in the style of the psychedelic era. Memorabilia might be larger, including bean bag chairs, or might be small, such as a mushroom-themed trinket.  You can also make use of wicker, whether that is in the form of baskets, shelves, or furniture. Look for movie and music posters from the 70s to hang on your walls. Although black lights are great on their own, they really pop when paired with black light posters with cool designs and wild colors. Stores such as Wal-Mart frequently carry black light posters, but they can also be found on sites such as eBay and Etsy. Black light posters are widely varied, so you can probably find a poster that you’ll like. Designs include flowers, buses, landscapes, mandalas, and even abstract designs. Draping, flowing fabric is a staple of psychedelic decorating, so adorn your walls with large tapestries of peace signs, celestial bodies, mandalas, and other psychedelic images.  A lot of companies sell simple, light tapestries that can be hung up with a pushpin or temporary hook. If you live in a dorm or apartment, these will help you decorate without doing any damage to the walls. Hang a scarf or rug over a wooden rod and hang it on your wall to make an easy tapestry. When searching for decor for your psychedelic room, look for peace signs, VW vans, and mushrooms, as all of these items are associated with the psychedelic lifestyle and decor of the 60s and 70s. If you have tie-dye clothing or clothing featuring psychedelic imagery, you can also hang these up on the wall or a hanging rack and use them as a form of decoration. Flowers featured prominently in the hippie culture, and are a great way to invite a psychedelic vibe into your room. Pick wildflowers and place them in a vase in a macramé plant holder, or braid wildflower crowns to wear on your head or hang over your dresser mirror.  If you don’t have wildflowers or are in the...

TL;DR in English: Buy 60s and 70s memorabilia. Make use of black light posters. Decorate with scarves and tapestries. Use peace signs, mushrooms, and VW van images. Bring in flowers. Decorate with vintage furniture. Cushion your floor with a brightly colored shag rug.
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Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Safari can set a desktop image directly from the browser window. On Chrome, images must be downloaded to the hard drive and set as a background image from there. Images can not be set as wallpapers directly from mobile browsers. It is a good idea to include image size or resolution as part of your search parameters. With Google Image Search this can be done by selecting “Search Tools” under the the search bar and choosing an option from the “Size” dropdown menu. You can also view the full size image by clicking the “View Image” button next to the preview. The image will be set as your wallpaper without a preview. This method will set an image to fill the screen by default. Select a location on your computer and save to access the image with the wallpaper tools. This options is for Google Chrome users or those who want more control over how the image is used as a wallpaper. Use the method that corresponds to your platform to use the downloaded image as your wallpaper.

TL;DR in English: Choose your browser. Search for images. Click to view an image preview. Right-click the image (or Ctrl + click on Mac}} and select “Set as desktop background”. Right-click the image and select “Save As…” (optional).
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Big Brothers Big Sisters and the United Way are just a couple of organizations that have community-based mentoring branches for troubled youth across the U.S. You can volunteer as a mentor through one of these organizations by searching “become a volunteer mentor near me” and clicking on their website. Within the website, search for your local chapter by browsing cities or locations. Click “become a mentor” to get started. The Corporation for National and Community Service is a U.S. government organization that lists mentoring organizations at the local level. Go to https://www.nationalservice.gov/mentor/search and enter your zip code, name, and email address to have names of local mentoring organizations sent to you. Find smaller local mentor programs by doing an Internet search on your city. Read the website to decide if you like the organization and, if so, follow the instructions for becoming a mentor with them. If you plan to work or volunteer for an official mentoring program, school, or community center, you may need to obtain further training, get a background check, or hold an interview. The individual organization that you want to work or volunteer for will provide you with the necessary information for completing their requirements. Most organizations in the U.S. require several background checks for people who formally work with children. These background checks assure that you have never been convicted of a serious crime or abused a child in the past.

TL;DR in English: Volunteer for a large mentoring organization. Use the Mentoring Connector database to find an opportunity. Search “mentor troubled youth” and your city online. Complete necessary background checks, interviews, or training.
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Most recycling programs accept all types of glass containers for food and drink. But a minority will only accept certain colors, and many have extra sorting guidelines. Look these up before you begin:  Search Earth911 in the US for detailed information. Your local government website may have information on curbside recycling programs. Look for printed labels on your curbside collection bins. If you have no curbside collection, search online for recycling centers nearby. Contact them to ask about glass requirements. Many recycling centers ask that you give food containers a quick rinse. You never need to scrub them spotless. Even if it's quite dirty, it will usually get used — but it will earn the recycling center less money. This saves roughly 1–2 US pints (950 ml) (0.5–1 liters) of water compared to making a new glass bottle. More importantly, the energy savings and reduced pollution far outweigh the cost of washing. Take off all plastic or metal bottle caps, foil wine collars, and other non-glass materials. One stray piece could ruin an entire batch, or limit how it can be used.  Paper labels are usually removed by the recycling center. Check your local guidelines if you are unsure. Ceramics are not recyclable. A plate or flowerpot can ruin a whole batch of glass. Many recycling programs ask you to sort glass by color. Each color contains different ingredients with different qualities. Mixed-color glass batches are in low demand, since it's hard to predict their quality.  Almost any program accepts clear and amber (brown) glass. Most accept green. A few accept blue. Some areas have "single stream" recycling pickup, combining all types of glass, or even mixing them with metal and plastic. One study shows that this reduces the percentage of usable glass from 90% to 60%. Switch to a more effective program if possible. Recycled glass is crushed into "cullet," then reheated to fuse into a new object. The wrong type of glass can ruin an entire batch by melting or fusing at the wrong time. The following should...

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Watch where they urinate. Keep an eye on bowel movements. Measure how much they are eating.

Click the blue, face-like icon in your Mac's Dock. On the left side of the Finder window, click the folder in which the photo that you want to use is located. Double-click the picture to which you want to add text. The picture will open in Preview. It's a menu item at the top of the screen. Doing so will prompt a drop-down menu. This option is in the middle of the Tools drop-down menu. A pop-out menu will appear to the right of the Tools menu. It's in the Annotate menu. This will add a text box with the word Text to your photo. Double-click the Text word on the photo, then type in the word or phrase that you want to use instead. You can edit the text's properties by clicking the A button at the top of the Preview window and then selecting a different size, font, and/or color. Click and drag the text itself to move it, or click and drag the sphere to the left or right of the text to resize the text box. Click File in the top-left corner of the screen, then click Save in the drop-down menu. Your text changes will be saved.

TL;DR in English: Open Finder. Click your picture's folder. Open the picture. Click Tools. Select Annotate. Click Text. Enter your image's text. Reposition the text box. Save your photo.
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After you harvest your fruits, it's important to prune in preparation for the next season of fruit bearing. Summer pruning is also ideal because the wounded parts of the tree heal faster.  Use lopping shears for large branches up to 50 millimetres (2.0 in) in diameter. Avoid pruning the sides of the tree when possible. This is called skirting and will make it easier for you to conduct weed removal, watering, and fertilizer application. The goal is to maintain a modest tree height and clean up its lower region. Keeping a modest tree height improves flowering and, in turn, fruit production. During your regular inspections, always favor horizontal shoots that show potential for growth. This promotes a strong, compact structure.  Leaving a few vertical branches is fine if you have enough horizontal branches to provide support (around 3 to 4 primary limbs). Your mango trees should have a solid, fully formed structure after 3 years. Focus on trimming horizontal shoots, and do so immediately after harvest. This is especially important during the second or third year following planting, as trimming helps your tree put more energy into fruit production. Continue this procedure through the second year and then stop.

TL;DR in English: Prune immediately following harvesting using loppers. Cut lower branches to 1.2 metres (3.9 ft) from ground level. Remove any strong vertical shoots as opposed to horizontal shoots. Trim branches down to 50.8 centimetres (20.0 in) in length.
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When seeing a doctor about a specific health condition, prepare questions ahead of time to discuss with them. This will send a message to your doctor from the start that you plan on being fully involved in your own care. Write your questions down on a piece of paper and have them ready when your doctor comes into your room. Also write down any symptoms that you’re having so that you don’t forget about them. Include when each symptom started, how frequent it is, and how much of a concern it is to you. Appointment times often run short, and sometimes people wait to ask about questions concerning them until the very end, when your time is almost up, often because they are nervous about the health problem. Don’t wait to bring up something that’s concerning you. Begin with the concerns that are most pressing or you think are most important. Your doctor will probably ask, “What brings you in today?” at the very start of your appointment. Use your list of questions/concerns as a summarize why you are there. If you have several concerns, let your doctor know this before you start listing them, so they know to let you finish. Sometimes a doctor will begin responding to your concerns before you’re finished explaining everything because they want to start trying to help. If this happens, say, “Oh, sorry, I wasn’t finished. I think…” and continue with what you were saying. If your doctor says something that you’re not sure you understand, say, “Sorry, I’m not sure I understood what you just said. Can you explain that to me again?” Jot down notes about things your doctor says in response to your questions and concerns. This will help you later in case you want to look up more information, call the office to ask more questions, or seek another opinion. Most offices provide a summary sheet that they print out and give to patients as they leave an appointment. Always keep these sheets stored in a place at home where you can refer back to them if you have more questions about your treatment or something your doctor said.

TL;DR in English: Prepare a list of questions and symptoms for all your appointments. List all your health concerns at the start of an appointment. Stop your doctor politely to ask questions or to redirect the conversation. Keep good records and notes of all appointments.
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Not only are wet clothes uncomfortable, but staying wet can lead to infections. Once you have gotten your skirt, dress, shorts, or pants out of the way, pull your underwear down until it is half-way down your thighs.  If you are wearing a skirt or a dress, pull it up by the hem until it is at waist level. If the dress or skirt is full, with a lot of fabric, bunch everything up in front of you. There should be no fabric hanging behind you. If you are wearing shorts or pants, unbutton and unzip them first. Then, pull them half-way down your thighs. Do not let them go past your knees, or they may get wet. It may also be a good idea to roll up the cuffs of long pants. Place your feet a little more than shoulder-width apart and squat down. Keep your balance by leaning forward. This will put your privates behind your underwear and pants/shorts (if you are wearing any).  If you are having trouble keeping your balance, try to touch the ground in front of you with one hand. Use your hand to hold shorts or pants close to your knees. This will help keep them from getting wet. Grip tightly onto a tree trunk. Your feet should be at the base of the trunk. Like the throne technique, this is also good for young children. This one is great for parents/guardians taking recently potty trained children on outdoor adventures, as they can be in a similar position as they would be on the toilet. For this, you will need to slide your underwear and shorts/pants all the way down to your ankles. Kneel down on the ground and place the bottle between your legs. Eliminate into the bottle. You can also hold it up to your urethra if you prefer. Be sure to label the bottle, and not use it for any other purpose. If you do not dry yourself, you may get an infection. You can use baby wipes, tissue, toilet paper, or even a "pee rag."  If you are using baby wipes, tissue, or toilet paper, do not leave it on the ground. Put the used paper into a plastic bag, and throw the bag away once you find a trashcan. If you are using baby wipes, or any other...

TL;DR in English: Get your clothes and underwear out of the way. Try the crouch or squatting position. Tripod technique. Consider going into a wide-mouthed bottle. Always wipe yourself dry.
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You'll need 1/4" plywood for the back panels, 1x4 lumber for the stiles, 1x6 lumber for the baseboard, and 1x2 lumber for the rails. You'll need to rent a circular saw from your local big box hardware store to cut the lumber and panels to size. A laser lever, scrap wood for stile spacing, stud finder, pneumatic nail gun with 2.5" and 1.5" finishing nails, and other tools can also be helpful. Remove existing baseboards, chair rails or skirt moldings. You should also remove outlet plates. Measure the linear footage of the room or wall with a tape measure in order to determine how much wood you will need. Allow wood to acclimate in the room where it will be installed for at least 48 hours. This will prevent expansion and contraction of the paneling from occurring after installation. Establish a level line around the room for the top of the panels. Measure the height of the room, divide that by 3, and create your panels to reach that height or close to it. Once you've calculated the height, draw and then mark (with painter's tape works best) a level line around the room. A laser level will make this easiest. You may want to try to place the top edge of the panel just a little higher than the panel really is if you know that your floor is uneven. This will keep down the amount of trimming you need to do. Shoe molding can always be placed at the bottom to hide gaps that occur with an uneven floor. Use a stud finder tool, or gently tap the wall with a hammer, to locate the wall studs and mark them just above the level line. If you can locate the utility lines, you should mark those on the wall as well, to help avoid hitting them with nails. Utility lines are often found around water sources or immediately next to the studs closest to outlets and wall lights. Be careful when nailing in these areas. The size and orientation of your room will determine what your paneling looks like, so specific measurements unfortunately cannot be given. There are a few basic guidelines you should follow though, in order to figure out...

TL;DR in English: Gather your materials. Prepare the area for installation. Mark the top level line. Mark the studs and utility lines. Plan out your spacing. Attach your panels. Attach your top rail. Attach your stiles. Attach your baseboard and shoe molding. Add finishing touches.
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Cats, as you probably know, are meticulous cleaners. This affinity for cleanliness extends to their waste. They will use a litter box if it is provided, only eliminating waste outside this box or other designated area (like loose sand or earth in the yard) in times of distress.  Peeing outside a litter box is a sign that something is wrong rather than an act of rebellion. The cat may be ill or highly stressed, and when you see this behavior, you need to pay attention. Do not attempt to punish a cat who urinates outside its bathroom area. The cat isn't trying to make a mess—it is trying to communicate that it needs help. Punishment will further stress and frighten the cat. There are other reasons a cat may choose to defecate outside the litter box, such as discomforts. Make sure you eliminate these before concluding that your cat is stressed. Aside from location of urination, you should watch for diarrhea and constipation. Changes in a cat's environment cause stress, and bowel movements are often affected.  You can spot cat diarrhea by its soft, watery texture and either light brown or dark brown color. If there is blood in the diarrhea, you actually don't need to worry about it unless there is a very large amount of blood.  Take your cat to the vet if it persists in passing diarrhea stools, or can't pass stools at all, for more than a few days. One response to stress in a cat is a loss of interest in food. Cats often become solitary and avoid things they usually enjoy when stressed, including food and mealtimes.  Cats don't go on fasts like humans sometimes do, so avoiding food is a warning that something is wrong. If you leave your cat a bowl of food as you leave the house for the day, keep an eye on how much is left in it when you get home. If someone else feeds the cat, tell them to carefully observe the cat's eating habits each day if you suspect the cat is stressed.

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Identify if you have gas. Make lifestyle changes. Look for food intolerances. Take an over-the-counter remedy.

For a long coat that hides a thick waist, try a fit-and-flare style. These coats fit tighter around the waist and then flare out at the hips. The tops are often double-breasted, and there are strategically placed seams on them to create a thinner look. Solid black and vertical stripes also make people look thinner. Experiment with these colors if you’re concerned about making your waist look thinner. If you’d like to create the illusion of smaller hips, choose a coat that has a large collar such as a shawl collar or large faux-fur collar. The volume of the collar will draw attention away from the bottom half of your coat. Belts add dimension to long, straight coats. Look for a long coat with a thick wrap-around belt if you’d like to make your thin frame look curvier. Subtle pleats around the waist also help to add curves. Colors and patterns that add dimension for a thin person include light colors and plaid. Most younger men today wear knee-length long coats, but that length looks best on trim men who can wear a more form-fitting coat. Full-length coats go past the knee to the mid-calf, and are nice for disguising a heavier figure. Full-length coats are also considerably warmer, so they are ideal for cold climates. Long coats can easily swallow up a short person. A way to solve this is to keep the coat around knee-length or just past your knees. Double-breasted coats with a large envelope collar keep a proportioned look to a longer coat worn on a petite person. If you are of an average or taller height, you can easily pull off full-length coats that go past the knee to your mid-calf or below. It’s easy to buy a long coat that’s too small because the length of the coat may make you think it fits you. To check, try the coat on and wrap your arms around yourself, trying to touch the opposite shoulder with each hand. If the coat feels really tight in the shoulders or elbows, you should go with the next size up.  You can also check the sleeve length by holding your arms straight out in front of you. If the...

TL;DR in English: Try a fit-and-flare coat for the illusion of a thinner waist. Balance out wide hips with a voluminous collar on your coat. Add curves to a narrow frame with a belted coat. Hide a rounder belly with a full-length men’s coat. Go with a double-breasted knee-length coat if you’re petite. Do the hug test to make sure the coat isn’t too small. Check that the shoulder seams line up with your shoulders. Choose a wool coat for the longest winter wear.
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Instead of erecting a tree or displaying a menorah in your home, find a metal pole and place it in a corner of the living room. Festivus is all about low maintenance, so it’s ideal to rummage through your basement, attic, or garage for the metal pole, or for something else such as a tall lamp, that can act as a festivus pole.  If you want to buy a Festivus pole, you can purchase one online. You can also make your own Festivus pole. Head to a local hardware store, buy an aluminum pole and supplies to make a stand, and put it together at home in your workshop space. There’s no need to add any decorations to your metal pole, so leave it bare. After all, tinsel is distracting according to Frank Costanza. You can also go the traditional route and nail a clock to a wall in place of a metal pole. While the metal pole served as the main Festivus decoration in the Seinfeld episode called “The Strike,” the bagged clock represented it in the original real family holiday that Seinfeld writer Dan O’Keefe used as inspiration.

TL;DR in English: Check the basement for something resembling a metal pole. Keep the pole bare. Put a clock in a bag and nail it to the wall.
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Be sure to stand straight up with your shoulders back and don’t be afraid to take up space.  Don’t try to make yourself smaller to accommodate men.  If you shrink around people, they won’t view you as strong or confident and men are more likely to treat women they view as weak with disrespect.  Show men that you mean business by carrying yourself with great posture. You can practice by standing with your back flat up against a wall.  Both your shoulders should be touching the wall. Whenever you talk to people, make eye contact with them.  If they don’t initially meet your gaze, make it clear that you expect them to.  Move and tilt your head so that you’re looking into their eyes.  Keep eye contact a little longer than feels comfortable.  You might come off a bit intimidating to men but you’ll gain their respect.  If you demand eye contact from people, it will be very hard for them to stare at your chest. People view easy eye contact as sign of confidence. Don’t try to appease men by acting subordinate to them.  You may think that putting others above yourself will make them like you but in reality all it does is make them see you as weak.  Whether you’re trying to appear strong at work or around your friends, let others know you’re an equal and that you don’t need to impress anyone.  Only smile when you genuinely want to.  Disingenuous smiles can be seen as a sign that someone is trying too hard to seek approval. Don’t nod too much while you’re talking to people.  Nodding too much can make you look like you’re not strong enough to have your own opinions. Sometimes when women feel uncomfortable they fidget with their hair or body.  These signals are also very similar to what women do when they’re attracted to someone so you should try to avoid doing them if you don’t want attention.  Some men may feel like it’s ok to ogle you if they misread your body cues.  Touching your hair or chest can release sex hormones. Some people might misread you touching your hair as a sign that you want to be touched by them.

TL;DR in English: Have good posture. Demand eye contact from people. Be real. Control your body language.
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You need to know what you hope to gain from brainstorming. Whether you hope to clarify a business model, come up with a business idea or product, or find a solution to a customer need, you have to be absolutely clear about the purpose of your discussions. What do you want to have in the end? A completed business plan? A product design? Write this objective down and place it prominently in your brainstorming space to keep you and your team on track. Regardless of whether or not you have an actual business idea yet, you need a starting point from which your other brainstorming ideas can flow. Small business ideas typically start as something the founder notices, like some kind of unmet need in his or her community or an idea that they have to improve a process. These can be sudden insights or the result of noticing small things through years of work in a certain industry or profession. Whatever idea you have that has caused you to bring people together and think up a small business, define it, and then move forward from there.  It is also important to clearly and succinctly define the starting point or the impetus for the brainstorming session so that everyone is focused on the same input and outcome. The most successful companies started with a combination of a recognized need in the market and a new technology. For example, Google combined people's need to find things easily online with their proprietary search technology. A good starting place could be either one or both, of these two parts. Your starting point doesn't necessarily have to be a solid business or product idea. Instead, it can be a goal, like making money, creating a unique product, or gaining market share. This is more difficult to start with, as you have no guidance on deciding what exactly your future business will do or make. However, this also opens up limitless possibilities. And even if you do have a solid idea, determining what you want from your business can help you with long-term planning. Do not invite people who will think the same...

TL;DR in English: Define the objective of your brainstorming session. Come up with a starting point. Decide what you want from your business idea. Brainstorm with a group of people. Set up your brainstorming location.
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Mention your current prescriptions, especially any blood-thinners, antibiotics, or bone and heart medications. Depending on your medical regimen, you may not want to take castor oil for your constipation. If you haven’t had a bowel movement for 7 days, you need to see your doctor even if you’re treating constipation. You may have a more serious condition, or constipation could cause serious complications. Note that your doctor may recommend a special procedure, depending on your symptoms. Your doctor may do an X-ray, colonoscopy, or other procedure, depending on what they think is causing your constipation. You may be able to use castor oil without experiencing side effects, however, it’s possible that you will notice some abdominal pain, cramps, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, or fatigue. Fortunately, these symptoms usually fade quickly once the castor oil is out of your system. If you experience any bad abdominal cramps, bloating, vomiting, or dizziness, stop using castor oil immediately and contact a healthcare professional.

TL;DR in English: Ask your doctor if castor oil will interfere with any of your medications. See your doctor if your constipation lasts longer than a week. Call your doctor if you have side effects like vomiting, cramps, and diarrhea.
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Often, gas can cause stomach pain and a bloated feeling. Signs that you are experiencing gas include frequent belching or burping and flatulence. Gas can also cause abdominal cramps, as well as a tightness or knotted feeling in your abdomen. Lifestyle changes can help resolve and prevent gas. Some lifestyle changes that you can make include:  Drinking more water and less carbonated or fizzy drinks Avoiding vegetables that cause more gas, such as legumes, broccoli, and cabbage Avoiding high-fat or high-sugar foods Eating slower to avoid swallowing air Cut out certain foods to see if intolerance of those foods is the cause. For example, milk and dairy products may cause cramps and stomach pain in people who are lactose intolerant. OTC products with simethicone help make it easier to belch away gas. Digestive enzymes may be useful if you are lactose intolerant. A digestive aid, such as Beano, can help digest beans and vegetables. Charcoal tablets can also help relieve bloating and gas.

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Work on your timing. Be confident in your delivery. Keep your story focused. Use body language to engage your audience.

If your crooked nose is causing you problems with your breathing, you may have a deviated septum.  If your crooked nose is a symptom of a medical condition that requires treatment, you should see a doctor about having it repaired.  If you experience pain from time to time while breathing deeply, you may have a deviated septum that can be repaired surgically. Nasal obstruction is a reason for surgical intervention and can help with breathing better and sleeping better during the day and night. Experiencing frequent nose bleeds is also a symptom of a deviated septum that requires treatment. If you prefer to sleep on one side or have been told you make significant breathing noises as you sleep, you may have a deviated septum as well. If your crooked nose is only an aesthetic issue, you should consider leaving it alone.  Using makeup to reduce the conspicuousness of your crooked nose may be enough.  Injections and surgery are both expensive and pose medical risks that may not be necessary if your nose issue is only a visual one. Do not feel pressured to alter the way you look because of what others may think. Consider that you may get the surgery and find that you prefer your old nose to the new one. Using makeup to make your nose look straighter will require the use of three different shades of contouring makeup.  These shades are used to create the illusion of a straighter nose without actually changing your nose at all.  You will need:  One contouring shade that is two shades darker than your natural skin tone. One the is only slightly darker than your natural skin tone. One contouring shade that is two shades lighter than your skin tone. Using two shades of contouring makeup you can establish a straighter look to your nose by drawing straight lines down your nose that do not bend where your nose does.  Draw two straight lines down the sides of your nose with the darkest shade of contouring makeup. Draw lines outside those dark lines with the medium shade of contouring makeup. The bridge of your nose often...

TL;DR in English: Determine if your crooked nose is a medical or an aesthetic issue. If your crooked nose is an aesthetic issue, consider leaving it alone. Gather the appropriate contouring shades of makeup. Draw straight lines down the sides of your nose. Use the lightest shade on the bridge of your nose.
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Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is best absorbed by your body when you eat it with foods containing fat. Good options are red meat, liver, cream or cheese, whole milk, olive oil, and fatty fish like salmon. If your overall diet is very low in fat, you may not absorb vitamin A efficiently. Eating a diet high in saturated fat causes health problems like high cholesterol, weight gain, and heart issues. The important thing is to eat a balanced diet, with enough fat but not an unhealthy amount. Your doctor can help you with this. Ask, "Can you help me come up with a healthy diet plan?" Taking your supplement when you haven’t eaten anything, or even with very low-fat foods, may cause stomach upset, indigestion or heartburn. This also increases the chance that the vitamin could pass through your system without being fully absorbed by your body. Avocado contains a high amount of “good fats,” and studies have shown this food might help your body absorb vitamin A. Adding one whole avocado to your meal may even double the amount of vitamin A you can absorb. You need to have enough zinc in your diet in order to fully absorb vitamin A.  Women need at least 8mg every day (up to 10 or 11mg if pregnant or breastfeeding), and adult men need 11mg daily.   Foods high in zinc include beef, pork chops, chicken, crab, oysters, lobster, fortified cereals and oatmeal, cashews, almonds, swiss cheese, chickpeas, and kidney beans.

TL;DR in English: Eat a meal containing fat with your vitamin. Avoid taking vitamin A supplements on an empty stomach. Eat avocado. Get enough zinc.
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Grief is an entirely natural reaction to loss, especially the loss of someone we care deeply about.  Not only companionship, but potentially even shared goals for the future are all suddenly lost.  Feeling the pain of these losses in a necessary part of letting go something. Accordingly, the resentment, sadness, relief, fear, and confusion you may feel are actually necessary parts of your recovery.  Share how you're feeling.  Whether with friends or a therapist, it will help to talk about what you're going through.  Keep a journal.  Writing your thoughts is an extremely effective way to help release emotions and center yourself. Know that the pain will subside.  Though you may feel deeply saddened, your heart and mind will eventually begin to move on.  If you don't notice your mood and emotions improving after a while, set up a time to meet with someone who is trained to talk with you about your mental health. . The circumstances of your ex getting married to someone else may leave you feeling shocked and betrayed. You may wonder if you can ever trust anyone again and be reluctant to open yourself up to another relationship. There is work you can do with a therapist or on your own that can help you heal and be willing to trust someone in the future.  Work with a therapist to learn to separate your fears related to this betrayal from future relationships. You can explore what suggests a potential partner is someone you can trust — such as repeatedly following through on their promises and how they react when you allow yourself to be vulnerable. Notice if the person takes responsibility for their mistakes and if they seem invested in understanding your wants, needs, and well-being.  Becoming distrustful after a betrayal limits your social connections with others and may cause you to miss out on other potentially fulfilling relationships. You may feel some pretty heavy emotions for a while. You may even feel used, shamed, or betrayed.  Many people enduring an unexpected separation feel inadequate, or even...

TL;DR in English: Allow yourself to grieve. Learn to trust again Process negative thoughts. Focus on your newfound freedom. Be honest with yourself. See a mental health professional.
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. For both men and women, smoking tobacco products can affect fertility. If a woman smokes during pregnancy, or is around secondhand smoke, the baby's health could be affected. If a man smokes, he can damage his sperm. If you smoke, you should both quit as you try to conceive.  Talk to your doctor about quitting. Tobacco is highly addictive and trying to quit without medical help can be difficult. Your doctor can help you form a plan to taper off tobacco. They may also recommend products, like nicotine gum, that can help you quit. Seek support when quitting smoking. Quitting smoking is incredibly difficult and you'll need lots of support. Ask friends and family members to support your decision. You can also see if there are any support groups at your local hospital. If you can't find a support group in your area, you can look online. Drinking alcohol can decrease your fertility. If you conceive, drinking alcohol can hurt the developing fetus. When trying to get pregnant, it's best to refrain from alcohol consumption completely.  If you're a regular drinker, quitting may be challenging. You may be accustomed to having a glass of wine with dinner, for example, or having drinks with friends on Fridays after work. Consider giving yourself a month to cut back on alcohol before trying to conceive. Many social events revolve around drinking. These events can be awkward if you're not partaking, and you may not feel ready to tell others why you're cutting back on alcohol. You could drink something that appears like an alcohol beverage, like seltzer water in a clear glass, to avoid questions. Vaginal lubricants can help sex be less painful if you're prone to vaginal dryness; however, many over-the-counter lubricants can decrease fertility. Try to minimize or eliminate your use of lubricants when trying to get pregnant.  You can use canola oil or mineral oil instead of an over-the-counter lubricant. You can also ask your doctor to recommend a lubricant that does not decrease fertility.  Foreplay before sex may help your...

TL;DR in English: Quit smoking Avoid alcohol. Be careful with vaginal lubricants. Be careful with exercise.
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You can request reconsideration of an immigrant visa application within one year after being refused. You do not have to complete a new application or pay another fee. However, if you wait more than a year, then you will. Reconsideration is not available if your nonimmigrant visa application was rejected. Instead, you would need to submit a new application. You might receive what is called a “soft refusal.” This is different from a “hard denial.” Instead, a “soft refusal” is really a request for additional information. For example, you may need to provide the following:  tax information or documents confirmation that you received a job offer affidavit of financial support proof of local employment court records or police certificates If you receive a hard denial, then you will need to present either a Motion to Reconsider or a Motion to Reopen in order to proceed. A motion is a professional document, and you will need a lawyer’s help to draft it. You should move quickly. You typically must file this motion within 30 days of the denial.  You should find a lawyer who practices in the immigration field and who has experience dealing with reconsideration of U.S. immigrant visa applications. A motion is not appropriate in all situations. Your lawyer should analyze your case to determine whether reconsideration is appropriate. Your lawyer will draft the motion and submit it to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or other appropriate office. You should receive a decision on any motion you file within 90 days of submitting it. However, given how busy USCIS is, you might need to wait longer. Stay in contact with your lawyer to discuss how the case is proceeding and whether there is anything else that you need to do. If you lose your motion to reopen or motion to reconsider, then you should talk with your lawyer about what next steps to take. You may be able to bring another appeal to the Administrative Appeals Office at USCIS.

TL;DR in English: Avoid delay. Provide additional information, if necessary. Hire a lawyer. Submit your motion. Consider next steps.
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Pause for laughter when something is funny.  If you say something that is meant to be funny but falls flat, move on.  Use pauses between sentences to give your story a natural, conversational rhythm.  Do not speak too fast or you will lose the audience.  Remember, storytelling is not a race.  Pause before revealing a surprise or a shocking conclusion.  If you plan on telling a story and you know you’re limited to a certain amount of time, ensure your story is the right length.  Do not try to jam a 15 minute story into 8 minutes. Use repetition of a certain action or event to set up a pattern that will later be broken, or drive home feelings of drudgery or disappointment.  For instance, if your story is about a person’s boring life, don’t just say that they walk home “alone, every single day.”  Say instead that “They walked home.  Alone.  Every.  Single.  Day.”  This emphasizes the monotonous, lonely nature of their life. Speak rapidly -- but not so fast that the audience can’t understand you -- to describe or depict a sudden, jarring event or action. Work on your timing not only within each story, but between stories as well.  If you intend to deliver multiple stories to a class or group of people, follow a longer story with a shorter one, and vice versa.  This will give your listeners a chance to mentally rest and reset their attention. Enunciate clearly and project your voice so that everyone in attendance can hear you.  Your delivery should be energetic and memorable.  Do not use filler words like “uh,” “anyways,” “you know,” and so on.  Keep your head up and eyes forward.  It helps to focus your eyes not on any particular member of the audience, but on a point just over the heads of the audience and towards the back of the venue in which you’re telling your story.  Be authentic when telling your story.  Even if the story you tell is fictional, show enthusiasm for the characters and events. Don’t be afraid to use unique voices for certain characters.  For instance, if your story features a fierce monster,...

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Find a shelter. Wrap yourself with blankets and then get into the sleeping bag for maximum warmth.

Stockpile blankets and sleeping bags. Look for a tent if you know you are staying outside. Find a metallic survival blanket. Collect plastic bags. Look for a mat that will protect you from the cold ground.

Save the picture file to your hard drive to access the file on your computer. Use a heavy weight paper to print your mask to make it more durable. Configure your printer's settings for a heavy duty paper to ensure that the paper feeds through the printer correctly. Select the document for the mask template and open it using your computer's PDF reader or MS-Word. Cut around the edge of the mask template with scissors to cut out the mask. Poke scissors into the eye holes to cut out the eyes in the middle of the mask. Use a hole punch to create a hole on each side of the mask. Tie a string to each end of the mask.  Tie one end of the string and hold the mask up to your face. Wrap the string around the back of your head to measure how long to make the string before tying it to the other side of the mask. Reinforce the holes and attached string with a piece of tape to avoid tearing the mask when you wear it.

TL;DR in English: Download the mask template. Load cardstock into your printer. Print the template file. Cut out the mask. Attach a string to the mask.
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" This can be found by selecting the Start Icon in the lower left-hand corner, then "Control Panel," and then selecting "Network and Internet." In this method, you will be deleting temporary internet files, which accumulate when you visit certain websites. They serve as your browser's cache and save content like videos and music. It does this to decrease the load time the next time you visit that site. " Under Browsing History, select "Delete." This will prompt a window that will ask you to confirm your actions. Select "Delete All" and then "Yes." " This will delete all of the Temporary Internet Files on your computer in order to free up space on your disk. Once you have done this, exit out of the program and determine the amount of space you now have freed up on your hard drive. You can do this by going to Computer and then clicking on your hard drive. The amount of space you have will be in the bottom of the window.

TL;DR in English: Go to "Internet Options. Select the "General Tab. Click "Ok. Finish up.
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Remove the lid from the pen and hold it in your dominant hand, pinching it gently between your thumb and index finger. The barrel should rest against your middle finger. Rest your other fingers on the paper to stabilize your hand.  It’s important to hold a fountain pen properly, because this will prevent your hands from getting tired as you write, and it will facilitate the writing process. When you write, you can either post the cap on the back of the pen, or remove it completely if you have small hands.

TL;DR in English: Hold the pen properly.
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Go to https://www.videolan.org/vlc/index.html in your computer's web browser, then click the orange Download VLC button on the right side of the page. Double-click the VLC setup file you downloaded, click Yes when prompted, and follow the setup instructions. Find the video you want to use with subtitles. This video should be in the same folder as your subtitles file from earlier. Doing so prompts a drop-down menu. It's in the drop-down menu. A pop-out menu will appear. This is in the pop-out menu. Doing so opens your video in VLC Media Player. It's at the top of the VLC window. A drop-down menu will appear. This is in the drop-down menu. Doing so prompts a new pop-out menu. It's in the pop-out menu. You should see your subtitles appear on the video.

TL;DR in English: Download VLC Media Player. Install VLC. Go to your video. Right-click the video. Select Open with. Click VLC media player. Click the Subtitle tab. Select Sub track. Click Track 1.
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It’s most common to use acrylic paint on soles, which works as long as you add a sealant afterwards. There are also paints designed specifically for rubber or leather.  PlastiDip is the most popular paint choice for rubber and comes in many different colors. Angelus paints are popular when painting on leather. Let the first coat of paint you applied dry. How long you wait will depend on the type of paint you used, but waiting at least an hour is a good rule of thumb. This will give the shoes time to completely dry. Place the soles on a piece of newspaper, soles up, so that they can dry more efficiently. Leaving the shoes indoors in a cooler environment will allow them to dry faster.

TL;DR in English: Choose a paint that’s appropriate for the material of your soles. Wait at least an hour before doing another coat of paint. Allow the shoes to dry overnight.
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Keep an eye out for blankets and sleeping bags during summer and fall that might have been discarded in trash cans, before you really need them. These will be essential when you are sleeping outside, but can also keep you warm in a car or in a more protected shelter. Wrap yourself with blankets and then get into the sleeping bag for maximum warmth. Sometimes people throw tents away with only minor holes or rips -- look at campsites or other places where people have put up tents. Some people don’t want to sleep indoors even when it’s freezing. To make sure you have some kind of shelter outside, think about trying to find a tent for yourself. If you can’t find one, stringing up blankets from trees can help create a makeshift shelter. These are often handed out at the end of a marathon or other long run and then are quickly discarded. Collect a few of these (they are very light and easy to fold up) for winter nights. Cover the torso area at least of your sleeping bag with the survival blankets. You will need to keep your clothing and bedding dry and protected from the elements. Plastic bags of all sizes will help you keep your possessions in good shape, no matter the weather. You can even use them as a liner to help keep your feet warmer (and prevent your boots from getting damp with sweat). Try to find a big one to use as a poncho so your outer layer doesn't get wet in rain or snow. Foam pieces are going to be the best. Air mattresses or pads will easily transmit the cold to your body.

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