Assess the size of the bug. Look for a yellowish brown band. Consider the climate you live in. Check for any water source nearby. Determine if the cockroach can fly.

Look for a place with good ventilation where burns and spills won't matter. Put on gloves and goggles to protect yourself. An old baking pan works well for this purpose. If you're making more than 1 soft plastic lure, you can arrange several molds on the pan. This will make it easier to remove the soft plastic lure from the mold after it cools and solidifies. Be aware that the cooking spray may affect the smell of the lure. If you fill the cup fuller than this, you may have difficulty pouring the resin into the mold once it's heated. If you're melting down old soft plastic lures, put them in the cup in place of the resin. As the resin heats, it will first thicken and then thin, changing from a milky white to clear. Microwave the resin in 30 second increments until it is clear. Stop heating at once if you see smoke. The cup may be hot, so use a pot holder and exercise caution. Add the color drop by drop until you have the shade you want. Stir the resin slowly as you add color. Use only non-metal glitter to avoid starting a fire in the microwave. As with color, add scents and flavorings gradually in small amounts. This allows the color, flavoring, scents, and glitter to be incorporated into the resin.

TL;DR in English: Choose a suitable work space and put on protective gear. Put your mold on a heat-resistant surface. Spray the mold cavities with cooking spray. Fill a microwave-safe measuring cup half-full of plastic resin. Microwave the resin in 30 second increments until it is clear. Remove the cup of resin/plastic from the microwave. Add a few drops of your desired color. Add scents, flavorings, and glitter if desired. Return the cup to the microwave and heat on high for 30 seconds.
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The single best way to treat any disease is to prevent it. Anyone over six months old should get the flu shot, which specifically targets the influenza virus. This is especially important for anyone at risk of complications from the flu and those who are in contact with those who are especially at risk. This includes those ages 65 or older, young children, women who are pregnant, those with depressed immune systems (such as those undergoing chemotherapy), or those with chronic health conditions like asthma or diabetes. If you are a parent or caretaker for a person with the risk factors just described, or a health care worker, it is important you get the flu shot too to protect these people.   Flu season is October to May, with its peak December to February.. Around this time, flu shots, which are vaccines, are available at most pharmacies. Most insurances cover this cost. Get the vaccine few weeks before the season starts. The vaccine takes a good two weeks to fully kick in, by helping you develop antibodies to the flu so you can fight it off; however, getting it early will help you not contract it during the two weeks you are susceptible to the flu. You can also get the flu shot if you're currently experiencing mild flu-like symptoms. Some people believe that flu symptoms are a contraindication for the flu shot, or a reason you shouldn't get it, but this is a common misconception. The vaccine is only effective for one flu season, so you must get it every year. It also only covers some strains of the flu.  Also worth noting is that flu vaccine manufacturers in partnership with doctors basically have to guess which flu strains will be prominent that year and make the vaccine to include those strains. Some years they are wrong, and the vaccine is not effective because it didn't contain the strains that end up being prevalent that season. Other than the flu shot, you can get the flu vaccine as a nasal spray. This could be easier for some people, but should be avoided by others. You should not take the nasal...

TL;DR in English: Get a flu shot. Try the nasal spray vaccine. Understand the complications. Be aware of the potential side effects of the vaccine.
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It's the blue app with a white "A" made from popsicle sticks. It's the tab with the magnifying glass icon at the bottom-right corner of the screen. As you type, suggested search terms will appear. Once you've typed "File Explorer Free," tap the blue "Search" key on the keyboard. It's the app that has an orange icon with the white letters "FE" on it.  This opens the File Explorer  page with additional information about the app. It's the blue button under the app's title. This will begin downloading and installing the app. Enter your Apple ID password or Touch ID if prompted. This will appear once the app is installed.  This will launch the FileExplorer app. It's the plus "＋" sign in the top-right corner of the screen. Tap the Windows logo at the top of the screen. Tap the computer name on your network with the folder you just shared. This will open a pop-up window. Tap "Registered User" if you want to log in as your own Windows login, or tap "Guest" if you want to log in as a guest. You won't be able to log in as a guest unless you've enabled the guest account on Windows previously. Enter the login information for your Windows user account, then tap the "Login" button on the bottom-right of the pop-up window. This will connect you to the computer. Once connected, tap the shared folder and you will be able to access the files.

TL;DR in English: Open the App Store . Tap the Search tab. Type File Explorer Free into the search bar. Tap the "FileExplorer - File Manager" icon. Tap  GET. Tap OPEN. Tap ＋. Tap  Windows. Scroll down and tap the computer that has the shared folder. Tap Registered User or Guest. Enter your login information and tap Login. Tap the shared folder.
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Asking questions is one of the best ways to improve conversation with your partner. You should ask each other questions every day about how work went, how you both are feeling, and other day-to-day "updates" about one another's lives. You should also ask questions to clarify something that was said, or to dig deeper and get your partner to open up more.  Use prodding questions. Start out with larger, more general topics, and work your way down to more specific revelations. You might start by asking your girlfriend how her day was, then ask about an incident that was unpleasant or a happy moment at work. Once your girlfriend starts to talk about the specifics of her day, you can try applying the things she says to other conversations you've had. For example, you might ask, "That's happened before, hasn't it?" or "Wow, I can't believe that happened after _____ told you something different last week." Ask your girlfriend how she feels about the events she describes. Let her know you care, and offer her your support. A big problem in relationship communication is one partner not feeling heard or understood. Rephrasing what your girlfriend just said in your own words shows that you are listening to and processing everything she's saying. It can also be a useful way to help mentally ground yourself in the conversation if you find that your thoughts are racing and you're having a hard time focusing on what's being said.  Use a natural conversational tone. If your partner interprets your rephrasing as mocking, the conversation can go bad very quickly. Try to limit your use of rephrasing. If done too often it can be distracting or irritating. Put your girlfriend's words into your own words when you rephrase them. This shows that you're processing everything she says, and not simply repeating it word for word. You might try using a transitional phrase to begin your rephrasing. For example, try saying something like, "So what you're saying is..." or "I think I understand where you're coming from. You're saying ________....

TL;DR in English: Ask questions. Rephrase to reflect. Look for nonverbal signals.
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Brown Banded cockroaches grow to be about 5/8ths of an inch long. They are one of the smallest varieties of cockroaches. To put that size in perspective, a Brown Banded cockroach is a little bit smaller than the size of an American penny (not including the antennae of course). Contrary to what you might think, the Brown Banded cockroach is actually named for a yellow band that can be found on the bug. Look for two bands--there should be a very thick one at the bottom of the abdomen, and a thinner band running across the mid-abdomen area. Brown Banded cockroaches generally only live in hotter, drier climates. If you are having a cockroach problem but live in a humid, mid or low temperature climate, you are probably dealing with another kind of cockroach. Brown Banded cockroaches detest the water--as such, they are not often found near any sort of water source. If you have found a cockroach living near your sink or toilet, it is more than likely not a Brown Banded cockroach. Unlike the German cockroach, the Brown Banded cockroach will fly off if disturbed. If you notice a small cockroach flying through the air, chances are it is a Brown Banded cockroach.

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Look at your cat from different angles. Touch your cat's ribs. Examine the base of your cat's tail. Check other bony areas. Do not be overly concerned about a saggy belly.

You can access this from the Go menu, or from your Applications folder. This program allows you to easily configure your AirPort router without having to use a web browser interface. If you have multiple AirPort routers installed on your network, select the one you want to make changes to and click Edit.   Update. This will save the changes for your AirPort router, disabling MAC filtering.

TL;DR in English: Open your Utilities folder. Open the AirPort Utility. Select your AirPort base station. Click the "Access Control" tab. Click the "MAC Address Access Control" drop-down menu and select "Not Enabled". Click .
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You don’t always need the newest and the best item.  There are deals to be had if you keep your eyes open to opportunity.  Use a little creativity and you can get what you want for minimal amounts.  Buy used.  It’s widely known the average new car is a poor investment, but there are a variety of used items that can be purchased to save a lot of money.  Look for great deals on clothes at thrift stores, and tools at auctions.  Buy at flea markets.  People selling at flea markets are often knowledgeable in their niche market.  Make no mistake, however, they’re trying to make a deal, and need to sell for less than a retail store to remain feasible.  Buy at garage sales/yard sales.  Face facts, most garage sales are people looking to get rid of their excess.  It’s the possessions they don’t want.  They’d much rather make a sale than haul it to the dump.  Low-ball every item you see and you’ll walk away with plenty. Many rewards programs offer free items, discounted items, or a percentage off just for being part of their commerce family.  Collect the key rings, punch cards, and free membership numbers to take advantage of whatever deal is currently the best. Make the most of what you have.  Be creative and you’ll find a variety of uses for what you already have lying around.   Recycle your favorite fabrics to make a floor cushion. Use old paint cans to store screws and nails. Freeze wet sponges and use them as ice packs.  Turn an old baby crib into a learning or play area. Buying groceries costs a lot of money because it's not just the food you're purchasing.  You're also paying for the labor required to plant, cultivate, deliver, and display the food where you purchase it.  Plant a garden.  Depending on the plant, the yield for a year doesn’t take many seeds.  In fact, to get a year’s worth some vegetables like squash, peppers, and sweet potatoes, it’s less than 5 plants per year.  Hunt and fish for your own food.  One mature buck will provide 50+ lbs. of meat.  That’s countless meals.  And fish are very plentiful...

TL;DR in English: Save while spending. Use rewards programs. Recycle, refurbish, and repurpose. Grow and catch your own food. Save on groceries. Choose foods that go a long way.
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These symptoms may include persistent nausea, queasiness, constant fatigue and vomiting. Gallbladder problems can often manifest as pain in the upper abdomen that often (but not always) radiates to your right shoulder. This pain can either be constant or it can come and go, depending on the cause of the specific gallbladder problem. This pain may be worse after a meal that is high in fat. If you have always had body odor or halitosis (chronic bad breath), it is unlikely to mean anything.  However, if these develop suddenly and don’t go away in a few days, they could be signs of an underlying problem, such as gallbladder malfunction. One of the clearest signs of a gallbladder problem is stools that are light or chalky in color stools. Lighter, loose stools may be the result of insufficient bile.  You may also have darker than usual urine with no change in water consumption. Some people experience diarrhea that may last up to three months or more and may have up to ten bowel movements per day. These generally occur with more advanced stages of gallbladder disease.  Again, these are symptoms that are common with other diseases, but if you’ve had stomach problems and other indicators of gallbladder disease, a fever could be a bad sign that the disease is progressing.

TL;DR in English: Be aware of symptoms that mimic the stomach flu or a mild case of food poisoning. Assess your pain. Notice offensive body odor or excessive bad breath. Check your stools. Watch for signs of fever, chills and shivering.
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You want to begin the day in a good place. When you step out the door for work or school, you will be bombarded with a lot of negativity. To combat this, work on feeling good about yourself the second you wake up.  Look for passages from books, lines from movies, articles online, or blog posts about body and appearance positivity. You could try keeping a journal by your bed where you've written down positive messages. You can also write down positive messages on index cards. You can leave them where you're likely to see them early in the morning. For example, write down a line from a poem on body positivity and place it on your coffee pot. If you're insecure about your body, you probably focus mostly on what you think is wrong with it. Instead of rehearsing those same old ideas, try reframing your attention to focus on what you like about your body.  Are you good at sports or other physical activities? Do you have good hand-eye coordination? Has your body allowed you to pull off certain styles? Do you look really good in certain kinds of clothing? Does your body provide you with pleasure? How do you feel when you get a massage or go swimming? You need to connect with your body away from outside influences. This will help to stop comparing yourself with others and appreciate you for you. Un-follow certain celebrities on Twitter, stop checking websites such as weight loss and fashion blogs, and avoid glancing at tabloid covers in the supermarket. All of these things can contribute to negative feelings about the body.  If you're having a hard time completely getting away from outside influences, try to set limits rather than completely cut it out. You could, for example, limit yourself to 2 hours of social media time each day. Try to take periodic "pop culture breaks." Turn off your television, computer, and phone a few hours a day. Try to do something that takes you away from outside influences, like reading a book or going for a walk. Body insecurity is often related to the messages that people receive through...

TL;DR in English: Start off your morning by exposing yourself to something positive. Identify what you love about your body. Take a time out from reading beauty magazines or following celebrities on social media. Identify what makes you feel insecure. Avoid weighing yourself everyday and obsessing over your appearance in the mirror. Practice positive self talk. Try to see insecurity as humility.
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You can start determining if your cat's overweight by looking at him. Examining your cat from above and from the side should help you determine if his weight is a problem.  Look at your cat from above. The area between his ribs and hips should move inward slightly, creating a clearly defined waist. If there is no waist or if his waist is wider than either his hips or ribs, your cat may be overweight.  You should also look at your cat from the side. Cats who are at a healthy weight have what is called an abdominal tuck. This means the area just behind their ribs should have a smaller diameter than the chest. If you do not see an abdominal tuck, your cat may be overweight. You can further examine your cat by touching him. Run your hand over your cat's sides. You should be able to easily feel his ribs. If you cannot feel his ribs, or have to push down to do so, your cat may be overweight. You should also be able to feel bones near the base of your cat's tail. While there should be a small layer of fat protecting this area, you should be able to feel the outlines of his bones without much effort. If you cannot easily feel bones here, your cat may be overweight. A cat's spine, hips, and shoulders should also be fairly bony. While very visible and pointy bones may indicate your cat is underweight, in a healthy cat you should be able to easily detect hip bones, spine bones, and shoulder bones through gentle petting. If you're unable to feel these bones due to layers of fat, your cat is overweight. Many cats have a saggy bit of flesh that hangs down between their back legs. If your cat is otherwise bony, this small pouch of skin is unlikely to be an indication of a weight problem. This skin flap is referred to as the "primordial pouch" and its purpose is to protect the stomach during fights with other cats. Cats often kick with their back legs when angry, and this flap of skin protects your cat from such attacks. Many cats will develop a primordial pouch at some point in their lives and it is not necessarily an...

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Check that you live in a state that allows early voting. Determine your state’s rules and eligibility for absentee voting. Contact your local election office to learn more about early voting in your area.

Blow-drying can make your hair softer, shinier, and more manageable. Avoid blow-drying your hair every day, and do not blow your hair for more than a few minutes. Heat-based products like blow dryers and flat irons can substantially damage your hair, leading to dryness. Consider getting a professional blow-out at a salon. This may be best if you constantly flat-iron or blow-dry your hair, as it is a less damaging way to get your hair straight. Some of the blow-outs may cause damage to your hair, so make sure that you go to a well-reviewed professional to minimize damage. Ditch your brush with plastic bristles for one with natural bristles, such as a boar's hair brush. The natural bristles will distribute your hair's natural oils over your hair from roots to tips, ensuring that it stays soft and shiny. The plastic-bristle brush can actually strip your hair of its oils, making it greasy, stringy, and broken. The grease results from your hair trying to replace its natural oils.

TL;DR in English: Blow-dry your hair, but only sparingly. Consider using a brush with natural bristles.
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If this is your first time attempting to create an ambigram then choosing a word on the shorter side is a good idea. If you want to try something more advanced, pick a longer word.  Longer words pose more challenges as there are simply more letters that need to be made to look like each other. For example, a nice simple word to choose might be "BOOK" as it is only 4 letters. A more difficult word might be "TELEVISION" as it has 10 letters. Often, people will choose their name if they’re designing an ambigram for personal reasons so this is also an option. Just do this on a piece of paper with a pencil or use a word flipper. Write it so that the one spelling of the word is directly above the other spelling of the word. This will make it easier to analyze the word later on.  For example, if your word was ‘great’, write it out on a piece of paper and then directly below it write ‘ʇɐǝɹƃ’ lined up letter-for-letter with the normal spelling. It’s also a good idea to write the word in cursive and upper case. This lets you look at what letters may transform well into other letters. This process is the same regardless of whether you are creating a reversal ambigram or an upside-down ambigram as at the moment, you are just getting clear on which letters must transform into each other. One spelling of the word (right side up or up side down) should be on top of the other to make this much easier.  Make sure you are drawing lines down connecting letters from the regularly spelled word to the up side down spelled word.  You want to pair up the letters, ideally combine multiple into one. For example, for the word “great” you would connect ‘gr’ with ‘t’ with a straight line, then ‘e’ with ‘a’, then ‘a’ with ‘e’. Doing this allows you to pair up the letters and have a visual aid to what each letter needs to transform into when you look at the word from a different perspective. Combining letters is a way to make the ambigram more artistic but also much more difficult. Stick with just pairing individual letters up together if...

TL;DR in English: Choose a word you want to turn into an ambigram. Write your word out normally, in capitals and upside down. Line up the two spellings of the word and connect the letters with lines. Decide whether any letters need to be combined into one.
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Clean the tester with a little alcohol (the store should provide this in a spray bottle) and use a test brush or a cotton swab to apply the color to your lips. If you don't want to apply the tester lipstick to your mouth, test it on the pads of your fingertips. Your fingertips are closer to your lip color than your wrist or the side of your hand. Otherwise, you will be mixing multiple colors together. Ask a sales rep for makeup remover or lotion.  Look for a shade that, worn with no other make up, brightens your face and makes other makeup unnecessary. Sometimes it's hard to objectively judge what looks best on ourselves. A professional at the makeup counter can match you with the right color.

TL;DR in English: Try the lipstick on before you buy it. Remove one lip color completely before trying on the next. Make sure you are in a well-lit area. Try on lipstick with little or no other makeup on your face. Ask for help at the makeup counter.
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Move the female gourami you have selected to breed into the breeding tank first. This gives the female fish time to locate hiding spots and acclimatize to the tank. After at least an hour, or up to a full day, introduce the male to the tank. Watch the behavior of the two fish, making sure the female has enough hiding places to remain alone for part of the day. The male may cause minor bruising or scrapes on the female while chasing her. If the female sustains more serious injuries, or is being harassed around the clock, consider adding a second female to divide the male's attention. It may be several days before the gourami pair mates. While the exact nature of the mating ritual, amplexus, and/or spawning varies by species, it typically takes several hours. Look for the following signs if you are trying to catch the fish in the act:  In many gourami species, the male will create a nest of bubbles before mating occurs. This nest may be in a corner of a tank, or on the underside of a floating object. The two fish may "dance" around each other, eventually touching and wriggling against each other. In some species, they will latch together and one will roll onto its back. As the female lays eggs (usually hundreds or thousands), the male may pick these up in his mouth and move them to the bubble nest. In species that do not construct bubble nests, the eggs are typically strewn around into the water. The adult female gourami should be moved back to the original tank directly after spawning, or she may eat the eggs. If the male constructed a "bubble nest," he will likely continue to care for the young until the fry become free-swimming, after which he should be removed as well. For species that do not construct a nest, such as kissing gourami, remove the parents immediately after spawning. The male may not eat much or at all while he is caring for the eggs. Pay attention to his eating habits and reduce the amount of food if necessary to avoid making the water dirty.

TL;DR in English: Introduce the female to the breeding tank first. Introduce the male. Wait for the fish to mate. Know when to remove the parents.
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Early voting is a process that allows a voter to cast their ballot in a given election before Election Day. Some states actually call the process “early voting,” while others use “in-person absentee voting,” meaning that you cast an absentee ballot by physically showing up at a designated location.  Most states allow some form of early voting. Find out your state's early voting rules and dates at https://www.vote.org/early-voting-calendar/. Note that while some states don't technically have early voting, they may allow certain people to vote absentee in-person before the election. In Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Utah and Hawaii, all elections are conducted by mail. The state mails all registered voters a ballot for each election, rendering early voting and absentee voting procedures less relevant. Voters in these states who need to vote in-person in advance of election day may still be able to do so and should contact their local election office for more information. Absentee voting also allows voters to cast a ballot before Election Day, but involves mailing a ballot instead of voting in person. Absentee voting was originally designed only to serve voters who would actually be absent from their precincts on Election Day, but has gradually expanded in many states to cover a variety of circumstances. If your state does not allow early voting, it may allow absentee voting with or without an excuse. Because this method of voting allows the voter to cast a ballot before election day, it can be considered a type of early voting, but they are typically distinguished from one another. Additionally, a few states technically don't offer early voting but allow for in-person absentee voting if you meet certain criteria. You can see what your state’s rules are by going to https://www.vote.org/absentee-voting-rules/. Even if your state allows early voting, some decisions about early voting may be made at the county level. It's best to confirm the details about when and where you can vote early with your local election...

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You can calculate the average acceleration of an object over a period of time based on its velocity (its speed traveling in a specific direction), before and after that time. To do this you need to know equation for acceleration: a = Δv / Δt where a is acceleration, Δv is the change in velocity, and Δt is the amount of time it took for that change to occur.  The unit for acceleration is meters per second per second or m/s2. Acceleration is a vector quantity, meaning it has both a magnitude and a direction. The magnitude is the total amount of acceleration whereas the direction is the way in which the object is moving. If it is slowing down the acceleration will be negative. You can further define Δv and Δt:  Δv = vf - vi and  Δt = tf - ti where vf is the final velocity, vi is the initial velocity, tf is the ending time, and ti is the starting time.  Because acceleration has a direction, it is important to always subtract the initial velocity from the final velocity. If you reverse them, the direction of your acceleration will be incorrect. Unless otherwise stated in the problem, the starting time is usually 0 seconds. First write down your equation and all of the given variables. The equation is a = Δv / Δt = (vf - vi)/(tf - ti). Subtract the initial velocity from the final velocity, then divide the result by the time interval. The final result is your average acceleration over that time.  If the final velocity is less than the initial velocity, acceleration will turn out to be a negative quantity or the rate at which an object slows down. Example 1: A race car accelerates uniformly from 18.5 m/s to 46.1 m/s in 2.47 seconds. What is its average acceleration?  Write the equation: a = Δv / Δt = (vf - vi)/(tf - ti)  Define the variables: vf = 46.1 m/s, vi = 18.5 m/s, tf = 2.47 s, ti = 0 s. Solve: a = (46.1 – 18.5)/2.47 = 11.17 meters/second2.   Example 2: A biker traveling at 22.4 m/s comes to halt in 2.55 s after applying brakes. Find his deceleration.  Write the equation: a = Δv / Δt = (vf - vi)/(tf - ti) ...

TL;DR in English: Define the equation for average acceleration. Understand the variables. Use the formula to find acceleration.
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If you are visiting or moving to a foreign country, it would be wise to spend some time reading about what is common. This is also important if you have visitors from a foreign country. Knowing the correct greeting will help you fit in, and will make others more comfortable around you.  In North America, it is common for acquaintances or close friends to give one or two air kisses, starting with the right cheek.  Men and men generally do not kiss, though men kiss women and women kiss women often.  Air kisses are more popular in large cities, as well as in parts of Quebec and New England. In the United Kingdom, air kisses between upper class friends are common.  It's considered unusual, though not unacceptable, for two men to air kiss. In Spain and Italy, it's generally two kisses, starting with the right or the left cheek, depending on the region. In France, it will be two, three or four kisses depending on the region. If you don't know, check first or go for two kisses. Usually the air kiss is done when meeting with women, but men air kiss each other as well. French people are usually air kissing when  meeting and leaving at anytime of the day. In the Netherlands, Poland, Switzerland and Belgium, three kisses are expected. In Southern and Eastern Europe, air kissing is a common form of greeting between friends and acquaintances. In Jordan, it is one to the left cheek and several to the right, depending on how much you like the person. In Latin America, it can be one, two or three kisses.  This depends on the location and person.  Air kisses are often used to greet new acquaintances, as well as close friends. Men are almost always expected to air kiss women upon greeting. In Chile, Argentina and Uruguay, air kissing between men a la italiana, e.g., in the style of soccer players, is common. In Greece it is customary for men to air kiss as well if they know each other well (e.g., distant male relatives, two good friends, etc.). In the Middle East, air kissing between two people of the same gender is common. ...

TL;DR in English: Read up on the common cultural conventions. Observe the behavior of others. Search on the internet. Ask a native.
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The region enclosed by the circle at the bottom of the cylinder is your bottom base surface (B). A radius is any line segment that runs from a circle’s center to its perimeter. To find the radius, simply measure from the mid-point of the cylinder’s bottom to the outside of the circle. A diameter is any straight line segment that passes through the center of the circle and has endpoints on the circle’s perimeter. For any circle, the diameter will be twice the radius. Therefore, you can also find the radius of the circle at the bottom of the cylinder by measuring the complete radius and dividing that number in half. Once you know the radius of your bottom base surface (B), you can calculate the area. To do so, use the formula B = πr2, using your radius as r and 3.14159 for π, which is a mathematical constant. You can now determine the total volume of the tank by multiplying the area by the length of the tank. The full formula for total volume of the tank is Vtank = πr2h. The filled volume is just a shorter cylinder with the same radius but a different height: the fill height, d. Therefore: 𝑉 = π𝑟2h.

TL;DR in English: Measure the radius of the circle at the bottom of the cylinder. Find the area of the circle at the bottom of the cylinder. Calculate the total volume of a cylinder tank. Determine the filled volume.
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Place one end of the reed in your mouth and allow your saliva to moisten it for about a minute. Then turn the reed around and moisten the other end in your mouth for a minute. Be careful not to cut your tongue since reeds sometimes have sharp edges. You could also just soak the reed in a cup of water for a couple of minutes. Take the reed out of your mouth and place its flat side against the flat part of the mouthpiece. The thin, curved end of the reed should line up exactly with the thin, curved tip of the mouthpiece. If it's not lined up properly, the saxophone will make a squeaking noise when you blow air through it. Make sure that the wider end of the ligature slides on first to match the shape of the mouthpiece. Hold the reed in place with your thumb while you line the ligature up with the widest part of the mouthpiece. If the ligature is too tight to fit over the reed, loosen it by turning the screws counterclockwise.  The screws should be on the thick bottom part of the reed. A little bit of the reed will extend past the bottom of the ligature. Still holding the reed in place with your thumb, use your other hand to tighten the ligature. Turn the screws clockwise until you feel a little bit of resistance. It should be just tight enough that the reed can no longer move around. Do not tighten past this point since you could damage the reed.

TL;DR in English: Moisten your reed by placing it on your tongue. Line up the curved tip of the reed with the curved tip of the mouthpiece. Slide the ligature onto the mouthpiece and over the reed. Tighten the ligature by twisting the screws.
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Tell them to let you know if anything you are doing is painful or uncomfortable. Part of them being comfortable is having a feeling of trust in you. This is not the time to make jokes or suggestive comments. Periodically remind the person to take a slow, deep breath. It will help with relaxation.

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Gain experience in the veterinary field. Graduate from high school. Get a bachelors degree. Consider an accelerated path to veterinary school. Take the GRE (graduate record examination). Work hard on your application to veterinary school. Prepare for the financial strain of veterinary school.

Chances are, you’ve got plenty of items sitting around on the shelves of your pantry just waiting to be put to use. A bottle of ordinary cooking oil like olive or canola oil, for example, will bust up even the most difficult stickers. You could even use peanut butter or mayonnaise to achieve the same effect!  A tablespoon of baking soda can up the unsticking power of oil-based products.  These types of substances tend to work best on smooth, hard surfaces that aren't at risk of becoming darkened or discolored by oils. Use a clean cloth to soak up a quarter-sized amount of oil and rub it over the entire surface. If the product is especially thick, it may help to pick up a flexible utensil like a rubber spatula or brush that will allow you to spread it around exactly where you need it. Avoid pouring thinner oils directly onto the surface. It can be easy to oversaturate it this way. Little by little, it will coat the bonds between the adhesive and the sticking surface and the sticker will begin to slip. The longer you allow it to take effect, the better the outcome will be. Wipe the excess oil away with a paper towel when time is up.  Newer stickers may even come unfastened before you ever touch them. If you used a thicker oily substance, such as peanut butter, you may need to use a heavier towel or washcloth to expose the sticker underneath. Scrape up the outer edge with your fingernail, peeling it back gradually until it’s free. A soft kitchen sponge may come in handy for breaking up the last few bits of adhesive. By this point, it will likely have been reduced to a papery goop, so you shouldn’t have too much trouble. Wipe the area clean with a towel and enjoy your new sticker-free surface!  Eliminate any remaining patches of residue by blotting the spot with the corner of a towel soaked in oil. A light dusting of cornstarch or baby powder can absorb leftover oil coating the sticker surface.

TL;DR in English: Grab a product with a high oil content. Smear the oil onto the sticker. Leave the oil in place for 10-20 minutes. Pull or scrub the sticker away.
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The same things we fear also incite feelings of exhilaration and even passion. That's why people enjoy extreme sports, horror movies, and swimming with sharks on vacation. Try to re-frame your fear in a positive light and acknowledge the thrill it can offer. When you start seeing fear as a source of energy, you might even embrace its role in your life. Fear can have incredible power in life-or-death situations. People report the sensation of time slowing down, senses becoming highly acute, and having the ability to instinctively know what to do. While other communication within our bodies takes about half a second to reach awareness, the fear system works much more quickly. Fear also deadens our awareness of pain.  Understanding the positives of fear can help you use it to your advantage. For instance, many people experience stage fright, yet the fear leading up to a performance can help you be in the moment and focus intensely on what is before you. Learn to acknowledge the fear and then direct it to where it will be most beneficial Most people experience fear prior to an event, yet experience no fear when in the middle of a situation. Remember that fear heightens your senses so that you have the ability to perform efficiently and powerfully. Fear can be used as a tool to help us identify problems and solve them effectively. It's a guidepost, a red flag that warns us when something needs attention. Once the discomfort of the initial wave of fear passes, examine it more closely to see what you can learn.  When you feel fear of something unfamiliar, take it as a sign that you need to get to know a person or situation better. If you feel a flash of fear about an upcoming deadline or event, make it an opportunity to make a plan of action to get fully prepared, whether that means getting started on a paper, rehearsing for a play or practicing a speech.

TL;DR in English: Make your fear a source of fascination. Harness the power of fear. Start seeing fear as an opportunity.
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Some farmers like to check things out daily, and some only do this once per week.  Remove any rotted vegetable matter, dead insects, or clumps of mold from the oatmeal substrate. Add more vegetables and oatmeal as needed and move the bedding around to prevent mold. Depending on the temperature and how old the mealworms were when you purchased them, transformation into the pupal stage can take anywhere from a week to a couple of months.  Maturity is marked by gradual darkening of color in all stages of the life cycle. Pupa start off extremely pale white and look more like little curled up beetles than segmented worms. You may notice that mealworms shed their skin (moult) several times before turning to pupa. This is normal. You can do this with tweezers if it happens to gross you out.  Pupa do not move around very much and do not require any food. Moisture doesn't hurt, but pupa will not eat away at the moisture sources you place inside the container with them. It is important to keep pupa separate from larva and adults because they cannot defend themselves and run the risk of being eaten before they have a chance to hatch. The pupal stage lasts anywhere from one to several weeks depending on the temperature. You will know they are getting close to hatching as they begin to darken in color. This becomes more important as you have more insects in the various stages of development. They will begin to feed on other pupa if they are not taken out swiftly. Place the adult beetles into a separate container with the same setup as the mealworms. It never hurts to put a little extra oatmeal in there so they have more room to nest. These will become more plentiful the more adults are in there. They can usually be found along the bottom of the container.  It is not necessary to remove the eggs, but they serve as a signal that you will have more larva (mealworms) soon. Adult females will lay about 500 eggs at a time. Eggs will hatch within 4-19 days depending on the temperature. Since the females lay so many eggs at once,...

TL;DR in English: Maintain the containers periodically. Keep an eye out for pupa in the mealworm habitat. Separate the pupa as soon as you start to notice them. Continue to check both containers regularly for advances in the life cycle. Remove adult beetles from the pupa container immediately. Check the adult beetle container regularly for eggs. Move the mealworms out of the adult beetle habitat and into the mealworm container upon hatching. Continue daily or weekly maintenance of the habitats.
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You might have an easier time getting the urine sample from your male dog if you have some help. Ask a friend or family member to either walk your dog or position the container in the urine stream. If you’re not able to get a urine sample, don’t worry. Simply contact your vet and let them know. They can give you extra guidance or suggest having their staff collect the sample for you. If you choose to have the urine sample collected at the vet's office, one of the staff members will take your male dog outside to get a sample when you arrive. If that’s unsuccessful, the staff may use another method, called cystocentesis, to collect some urine. To perform a cystocentesis, several staff members will place your dog on its back while another staff member carefully inserts a clean needle directly into your dog’s bladder and draws up the urine.

TL;DR in English: Have someone help you. Contact your vet. Allow the vet’s staff to collect the sample.
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Preparing for a career as a veterinarian begins long before even graduating from high school.  You will want to gain as much experience with animals and in the veterinary field as possible during high school and your undergraduate career. This experience will expose you to what veterinarians actually do, and will give you veterinary experience to put on your resume for veterinary school.  In the United States there are 30 colleges of veterinary medicine which graduate about 3,000 veterinarians a year.  You could volunteer at your local animal shelter, or you could shadow your pet's veterinarian. Working at a livestock farm can also help you gain valuable animal experience. Most colleges of veterinary medicine require a minimum of 400 hours of animal related experience While in high school, you should pay attention to your performance in science courses, such as Chemistry, Biology, and Physics. Also pay attention to math courses, such as  Trigonometry, Geometry, and Algebra. If you can excel in these areas, it may be a good indicator that medicine is the right field for you.  If possible, take AP classes. Also, excelling in English class will help, as veterinarians need to be good at communicating to other people. Alternatively, you can pass the GED exam. Passing the GED exam might seem like a good idea, but many veterinary colleges would like to see that you have completed high school instead. You will need to attend a college which offers the pre-requisite courses for admittance into veterinary college.  Make sure to complete all prerequisite courses for veterinary school. If one school's prerequisites vary from some of the others, make sure to take the prerequisite courses for all of these schools. These courses consist of many advanced science courses, such as biochemistry, organic and inorganic chemistry, and physics. They are necessary to prepare the student for the vigorous coursework in veterinary college. This may save considerable time and money. According to the Association of American Veterinary...

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Set up your work area and safety gear. Spray the chrome bumper with self-etching primer. Spray the bumper with regular automotive primer. Sand the primer without touching the chrome surface. Wipe away any dust or residue from the primer.

If you're going to be a good house guest, you need to help out around the house. Most importantly, don't wait for her to ask you to do something if you notice it needs to be done. Staying with someone requires both sides to work together to keep the space happy and livable. Some chores to look out for include:  Watering plants Doing dishes Washing sheets, blankets, and towels Tending to pets Vacuuming. There are going to be some things that she likes a particular way, even if they don't make sense to you. Maybe her spice rack is particularly organized for easy cooking, or she likes the towels folded particularly. Everyone, including you, has little quirks and preferences for your living conditions -- so be sure to respect hers. Being considerate is not so much about the spice rack or the towels. It is about understanding her personal space and preferences.  She likely has her things in very particular orders and places -- be respectful and ask questions when storing your own stuff. You may have ways of doing things you may think are "better" or "more logical," but remember that this isn't your house. At the end of the day, her preferences for her stuff take priority. If you're staying at her house, you should be willing to help cover at least some of the expenses, particularly food. While she may have it covered, she may also want to split rent or utilities, depending on how long you'll be staying. Don't just assume that "everything's good." Make a point to ask her about finances before unsaid arguments become a problem. Talking about money is never fun, but it is essential to preserve a strong, healthy relationship. Maybe she needs a little quiet time when she gets home from work. Perhaps you both really like to shower before leaving, but need to work out a way that you both have enough time. The best way to handle these situations is to talk about them as they come up -- finding compromise early on instead of waiting until one of you is upset. Common things to cover include:  Who does what chores or house...

TL;DR in English: Help out with general house chores and maintenance. Defer to her preferences when tending the house. Discuss a fair way to split any expenses, such as food, early on. Establish ground rules about any specific living quirks or desires. Talk openly and honestly about any romantic expectations. Treat her house with respect, not like your personal property.
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Some skates have hooks at the top.  Cross the laces as you would if you were lacing through holes, then draw the laces either from the top of the hooks down, or the bottom of the hooks up.  Either direction will work.  From there, draw the laces together in front of the skate to begin your knot.

TL;DR in English: Loop around the hooks.
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You should not see the pad or tampon sticking out of the pocket. This way, if you have to use the restroom, all you have to do is put on your coat. If your pocket has a zipper, zip it shut so that the pad or tampon doesn't accidentally peek out. If you have to go to the restroom, but can't take your backpack with you, keep a thin pad up your sleeve. Keep in mind that this only works with sweatshirts and shirts that had tighter sleeves. It won't work on loose, flowing sleeves. If you like to wear boots, you can always tuck a pad or tampon inside them. Pads will fit most comfortably in fitted, lace-up boots. Tampons may fit inside bulky, slip-on boots. You may need to tuck the tampon under your sock to keep it from rattling around, however. Most pads will fit completely inside the pocket, and won't stick out. If they are thin enough, they also won't create any suspicious bulk. Once you use up a tube of lipstick, clean it out well, and use it to hide tampons. When you go to the restroom, bring the lipstick tube with you. People will assume that you are just going to reapply your lipstick.  Keep in mind that this only works if you are wearing lipstick that day. You can clean out empty lipstick tubes using soap, water, and lots of q-tips. These are a great option for those who don't want to keep a pencil case in their bags. Keep in mind that pads will need to be rolled or folded to fit. These are perfect for the office. Most people won't open up your mug to see what's inside of it; they will assume that it is coffee or tea. Use this mug only for tampon/pad hiding purposes.

TL;DR in English: Hide a pad or tampon in your coat pocket but make sure that the pocket is big enough. Stick a pad up your sleeve. Slip pads or tampons inside your boots. Hide thin pads in the back pocket of your pants. Hide tampons inside an old, empty lipstick tube. Keep tampons and pads inside sunglass cases. Stuff tampons and rolled up pads into clean, empty travel mugs.
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In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown ground beef 10 minutes, breaking up beef as it crumbles, until it's completely cooked through. Drain fat then transfer browned ground beef, using a slotted spoon, to a mixing bowl. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise, and, using a spoon, scoop out the flesh, leaving about ½ inch-thick boat. If zucchini is too tough to scoop out, boil it for a few minutes or soak it in cold water for 10 minutes first. In the mixing bowl, combine zucchini pulp, bread crumbs, garlic, black olives, spaghetti sauce, and cheese in the bowl with the cooked ground beef until all are fully incorporated. Taste and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stuff each zucchini half with the stuffing mixture, packing it in pretty tightly. Cover baking dish with foil. 40-45 minutes. They should be knife-tender, but not so tender that they fall apart at the touch or are mushy. When they are done, remove from oven and remove foil. Season with a few grinds of black pepper if desired.  Place oven rack 6 inches (15.2 cm) from the broiler element, turn broiler on, and broil zucchini 5 minutes until the mozzarella is browned and bubbling. Remove zucchini from the oven and cool for at least 3-4 minutes. Enjoy this hearty dish on its own or with a side of rice or pasta.

TL;DR in English: Preheat oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Cook the beef. Prepare the zucchini. Prepare the stuffing. Stuff the zucchini. Place the zucchini on a baking dish. Bake zucchini Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over each zucchini half. Broil zucchini 5 minutes. Serve.
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Paint fumes and aerosol sprays aren't very healthy to breathe in, so make sure you're working in a ventilated area. You can set up a ventilated spray booth and wear a respirator, or use a local exhaust ventilation system. Wearing gloves and eye protection are important safety precautions as well. The self-etching primer is what will allow the regular primer to grab hold of the metal. Cover the entire bumper with the self-etching primer, spraying 2-3 even coats. Allow each coat to dry completely before continuing. When spraying in between layers, self-etching primer should only take a couple of minutes to dry. Allow the last coat to sit for 3-4 hours before starting to sand. The regular primer will help to bond the paint to the chrome, strengthen the metal, and prevent rusting, so don’t just use the self-etching primer and not the regular one as well. Cover the entire surface evenly using 2-3 coats, and wait for each coat to dry before applying the next one. Depending on which type of primer you're using and what kind of paint you'll be using on top, the regular primer's drying time will vary. Check the instructions on the primer to see how long to let it sit. Once your bumper’s primer is completely dry, you can start sanding. The purpose of this sanding is to smooth out the surface of the primer while not getting to the chrome layer, so only use a very fine sandpaper (400- to 600-grit) for this step. If you do happen to sand through the primer and reach the chrome surface, re-apply the primer, let it dry, and sand again. Use a cloth to wipe off any dust particles left over from sanding. You don’t want any dirt left on your bumper, as this will affect how the paint sticks to the surface. To avoid accidentally removing the primer, be gentle when wiping. You can use water, lacquer thinner, or a wax and grease remover to wipe away the dust.

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Wash and condition your hair. Dry your hair thoroughly. Apply a heat protection serum to your hair. Comb and flat iron a section of your hair. Continue flat ironing sections of your hair until it’s all straight. Comb your hair

These places often have collection boxes on-site where you can go to deposit unwanted electronic components. Your junk hookups will be recycled right there at the facility, and you can rest easy knowing that you’ve done your part to clean up the planet.  For information on recycling centers in your area, run a search for "electronics recycling" and the name of your city. If you live in the U.S., you can also visit Earth911.com or contact the National Center for Electronics Recycling using the form provided on their website. Big-name chain retailers like Best Buy and Staples provide free recycling services for customers looking to get rid of unused electronics. Look for a bin or kiosk marked “Recycling” upon entering the store and simply dump your accessories there. They’ll typically see to the disposal of cords, cables, wires, and even rechargeable batteries. Not all stores offer recycling. You may have to call a few different locations to find one that will take your materials. Return proprietary parts from Apple devices like iPhones and MacBooks to any Apple Store and let them take care of the rest. You can even apply for a free shipping label online to send in your devices without ever having to set foot in a store. For every device you turn in, you’ll be rewarded with an online gift card or credit for in-store purchases.  Apple accepts trade-ins on a wide range of devices from any generation, including iPhones, iPads, iPods, Apple Watches, Apple TVS, desktop and notebook computers, and all of their accompanying cables.  Any devices that aren’t refurbished will be recycled and used to make new products. In many places, particularly big cities, nonprofit businesses and special interest groups have been known to host collection events in an effort to reduce the amount of electronic waste (or “e-waste”) floating around. All you have to do is box up whatever cords and cables you no longer have a use for. The attendants will sort, inventory, and prepare them for processing.  Check the community events section...

TL;DR in English: Drop off a collection of cables at an electronics recycling center. Take your accessories to a tech store for recycling. Take advantage of Apple’s Renew program. Attend an e-waste collection event.
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Most outdoor air conditioning units have an appliance shut off box situated nearby. Open the door on the box and flip the switch or remove the fuse to cut power to the air conditioner. Window and wall units can usually just be unplugged.  If you have no shut off box, turn off the power at the circuit breaker in your house. Never attempt to work on an air conditioning unit without first disconnecting the power. Window units can usually be cleaned just like central air units, but the coils will be easier to access if you remove the unit from the window before you start working on it.  The layout of window units is different than indoor or outdoor central air units, but the functions and parts are effectively the same. Be sure to lay the air conditioner on a flat surface, preferably outdoors, for cleaning. As the seasons change and leaves fall from trees, they can collect on the air conditioning unit or even slip inside through the heat dissipation vents. Once you've trimmed the branches and bushes, be sure to clear the entire area around the unit.  Loose leaves and dirt surrounding your air conditioning unit can be blown through the vents, collecting around the coils and limiting how effective they can be. Cleaning the area of debris and foliage will also improve airflow into the air conditioning unit. Be sure to wear safety glasses and gloves when trimming trees and bushes. Depending on your air conditioner, you will need either an appropriately sized socket or a screwdriver to remove the bolts or screws securing the cover in place. Once you have them removed, pull the lid off of the air conditioning unit.  The user manual will tell you what size socket or screwdriver you need. Set the screws aside somewhere safe. Some air conditioning units will have a grill with a fan attached to it mounted on the top. Remove the screws and pull the grill out from the top of the open unit. The fan is usually attached, so be sure to support it as you remove the assembly to avoid letting it hang by its electrical connections....

TL;DR in English: Shut off the power to the air conditioner. Take the air conditioner out of the window (when applicable). Trim foliage so it isn't closer than 2 feet (0.6 meters) to the unit. Remove the cover from the air conditioner unit. Pull the cover and fan from the unit (when applicable).
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If you consume fish caught in a way that damages coral reefs, you are part of the problem. Not using products obtained through damaging the environment is a way to help protect the reefs. Understand which fish are caught in a way that damages reefs, and spread the word.  In some countries, people actually blow up coral reefs with explosives so they can more easily catch the fish that cluster around them. Then, they sell the fish to restaurants and stores. Another devastating fishing method involves putting cyanide into the water to stun fish. This kills the coral reefs around them.  Overfishing is another way that damage is caused to coral reefs. There is economic pressure in some countries to fish in this manner because coral reefs can provide as much as one-quarter of the fish eaten in some developing countries.   Don't eat fish caught with bottom trawling methods. Bottom trawling is so damaging that it can destroy reefs that could live for thousands more years and exist deep in the ocean. An example of a fish sometimes caught through bottom trawling is orange roughy. Since 1998, the U.S. government has extensively mapped coral reefs to track their decline. The governmental efforts often link with private groups that accept donations and volunteers, as well as state and local efforts to protect reefs. Global efforts also exist to protect reefs.  In Australia, the government has created ways for people to get involved to help protect the Great Barrier Reef. The government has created a monitoring program that allows average people to contribute to reef protection by reporting their own observations and data.   Scientists study detailed maps that alert them to bleaching of coral reefs, which can be caused by rising sea temperatures and algal blooms.   The data is so sophisticated that scientists receive updates every hour, focusing on coral reefs in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. They monitor barometric pressure, tide levels, air and water temperature, and other factors important to coral...

TL;DR in English: Boycott damaging fishing methods. Volunteer to support reef science. Help organizations dedicated to protecting coral reefs. Tell others about coral reefs. Pressure politicians to support reefs.
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Dice your onion. Mince your garlic. Slice or tear your basil leaves up into shreds. Do this before you put your pockets in the oven to bake. Your sauce should take about as much time to cook as your pockets will to bake and then cool off enough to safely handle. Line the bottom of a large saucepan with olive oil. Set the burner to medium-low. Once the oil heats up, add the onions and saute for two to three minutes, or until they turn translucent. Add the garlic, wait one minute, then stir in your tomato paste and saute for one more minute. Pour in your diced tomatoes. Stir in the sugar and basil. Add salt and pepper as desired. Place your pockets in the oven at this point, and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally (or longer, if the pockets need more time). If desired, use an immersion blender to smooth the sauce out.

TL;DR in English: Prep your veggies and herb. Saute your onion, garlic, and paste. Add the rest and simmer.
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Your hair should be clean before you flat iron it. Use a detangling shampoo and smoothing conditioner to aid in the straightening process. Unlike other straightening methods, your hair needs to be completely dry before you straight iron it or you could cause heat damage. Let your hair air dry or dry it with a blow dryer before you use the flat iron. Work the serum into your strands, from the roots to tips. Heat protection serum will protect your hair from any heat damage that may occur when your flat iron it. The serum should be applied to all of your hair. Turn the flat iron on to the lowest setting. Gather a 1 inch (2.5 cm) section of your hair with a comb and close the plates of the flat iron around the roots of the section you gathered. Then, move the flat iron over the section to straighten it.  The flat iron should be kept at 120 °C (248 °F) so as not to damage it as you iron it. Use light tension when using the flat iron so that you don’t pull your hair out. Continue ironing different sections of hair until it’s completely straight. If done properly, your hair should be straight without any waves or curls. Do not leave the flat iron on a section of hair for more than 1-2 seconds or you will burn it. to style it. You can also add a styling gel if you want your hair to lay a certain way. Comb your strands back to have a slicked back look, or you can part your hair to one side. Experiment with different straight hairstyles and choose the one you like best.

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Sit in a well-lighted spot. Lift the first knot. Cut the suture. Pull the thread through. Continue removing the stitches. Cleanse the wound.

Anytime you feel the need to ask for a loan, be it from a buddy or the bank, first closely consider why you are in that position and if you have other options available to you.  If low cash flow is a regular problem for you, take the time to examine your household budget and track your spending.  There are numerous programs and apps that can help you with this, but a pen and paper can do the job also. Get a clear picture of your financial situation before asking to borrow money.  You may find that you have alternatives available to you; at very least, you will be better informed as to the amount you need to borrow and your ability to repay it in a timely fashion. Can you cancel your cable service and buy an antenna?  Cut coupons?  Start mowing lawns or shoveling snow on the side?  Sell your car and ride your bike or the bus to work?  Consider what you can do for yourself, by yourself before involving another person, especially a friend, in your financial issues.   How to Save Money and related wikiHow articles offer many good ideas on cutting costs, including, for instance, automatically depositing funds into a savings account (akin to tax withholding); eating at home and buying groceries in bulk; saving on utilities by conserving electricity, water, etc.; negotiating your rent payment down or finding more affordable housing; and finding cheap/free entertainment options (hiking, community events, etc.). Likewise, How to Get Money Quickly Without Borrowing It advises options like taking odd jobs, selling non-essential items online or at a yard sale, and participating in surveys and research studies. Rather than your first option, you may find that it is best to make borrowing from a friend your last option.  There are risks involved in any kind of borrowing, but you can at least remove destroying a close friendship as one of them.  You may be concerned by the high interest rates, many restrictions, and lack of flexibility you presume you will find with a financial institution.  Give banks a look, however; they...

TL;DR in English: Closely examine your financial situation. Look for ways to save or raise funds. Exhaust other loan options first. Open your eyes to the potential pitfalls. Ask for advice or help before money.
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Start with 120-grit sandpaper to smooth out any rough spots. Switch to 220-grit and sand the whole table top, going with the grain, until it has a smooth, even finish all over. You can buy a prefabricated round table top at a home improvement center, or get one custom cut there from a solid piece of wood if they don’t have them for sale. Stir the gel stain well with a stir stick or scrap piece of wood before you begin. Use foam brushes to work the stain into the wood, going with the grain. Gel stain is thicker than liquid stain and is easier to use. It’s a great choice if you want to do this project with your kids because it is more straightforward to use. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the amount of time to let the gel stain soak in and dry. Let the stain dry between coats if you plan on applying more than one. You can seal and protect the finish with brush-on or spray-on polyurethane if you want, or leave it as is. Flip the table top over and place a 17 gallon (45.42 L) galvanized tin tub in the center of it. Trace around the bucket with a pencil. Use a hot glue gun to glue 3⁄4 in (1.9 cm) rope to the underside of the wood 1 in (2.5 cm) inside the traced circle. Check that the table top sits flush on the tin bucket right away after you create the seal. Peel the rope off and adjust it to get a tight, flush fit if you need to. Use 4 4–6 in (10–15 cm) prefabricated table legs. Use a drill with a metal bit to drill holes for the legs in the bottom of the bucket and attach them with the provided hardware. You will be able to find different kinds of prefabricated table legs at a home improvement center, where you got the premade table round. It’s up to you if you want to use wooden ones or any other style that you like.

TL;DR in English: Sand a premade 24 in (61 cm) table round to smooth it. Stain the table top with gel stain and foam brushes. Wipe off the excess stain with a rag and let it dry. Create a seal on the underside of the table top with rope. Attach table legs if you want to make the storage bin taller.
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Alcohol can take a great toll on the kidneys. If your kidneys are already compromised, drinking to excess is not recommended. If your kidney disease is advanced enough, you may not be able to drink alcohol at all. Some people with kidney disease can have one drink on occasion. However, you should talk to your doctor to get precise recommendations about how much alcohol is safe for you.  If your doctor says it is okay to drink, then make sure you do not exceed one drink per day and count it as part of your fluid intake for the day. Ask that friends and family members do not drink around you at social events. If you know a social event will involve drinking, try sitting that event out or asking a friend or family member to refrain from drinking with you. If you struggle to give up alcohol, talk to a therapist about how to quit drinking. You can also seek out the support of groups like Alcoholics Anonymous if you believe you have a drinking problem. You may not have to limit your fluid intake early on, but many people have to cut down on fluid consumption in the later stages of kidney disease. If you are on dialysis, fluid can build up in the body between sessions. Your doctor may want you to stick within a certain range of fluids throughout the day. Look into ways to manage your thirst without drinking too much liquid.  Drink from smaller glasses during meals. If you're at a restaurant, turn your cup over when you're done drinking. This will let your server know not to refill your cup, allowing you to avoid the temptation of drinking too much water. You can try freezing fruit juices in ice trays. You can suck on these juices like popsicles, allowing you to alleviate your thirst slowly. Just make sure to count these popsicles towards your total fluid intake for the day. If you need to limit your fluids, try using a pitcher to track the amount of fluid you are allowed to drink per day. Fill the pitcher with water and only drink from the pitcher throughout the day. If you have something else that counts as a...

TL;DR in English: Check with your doctor to see if alcohol is okay in moderation. Find ways to manage thirst. Be careful with sodas. Limit your intake of orange juice.
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Letting the engine “loosen up” with some easy driving each time you get behind the wheel may help it reach peak performance sooner. When possible, drive around the neighborhood before hitting the freeway or otherwise taxing the engine or brakes.  Idling doesn’t count as a proper warmup — you need to drive the car. Try to keep up this practice for the first 1000 miles (1600 km). Decades ago, cars needed to be slowly and methodically “broken in” to let the engine settle into its full capabilities. New cars are built with much narrower tolerances (imperfections and the like), but simple things like warming up the engine with easy driving can still help. You may hate being stuck in traffic, but it’s actually not a bad thing for your new car. Frequent stops and starts help to smooth out the rough edges of your brakes and several engine components — for instance, the engine cylinder walls. Seek out stop-and-go driving for the first 1000 miles (1600 km) or so. Then you can look for better ways to avoid rush hour traffic! Normal driving conditions help wear in the brakes evenly, but limit high-speed stops and “riding the brake” unnecessarily for the first 100-200 miles (160-320 km). Also, your new car’s brakes will inevitably feel different from what you’re used to, so ease into stops whenever possible until you get accustomed to them. Yes, it’s okay to drive your new car fast — the days of keeping a new car under 55 mph (90 km/h) are long gone. Feel free to use the passing lane on the highway, or to tow or carry a moderate load. But don’t test the car’s maximum speed or haul an unreasonable amount. Some new cars may be calibrated to run for 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or more before the first oil change is recommended. However, you’re likely to find metallic flakes in the removed oil, from the natural and necessary wearing down of rough edges and the like. And, in fact, you’re likely to find these flakes in your oil almost immediately after you start driving. Get an oil change at 1,000 miles (1600 km), then again at the...

TL;DR in English: Drive slowly for 5-10 minutes each time you start out. Use stop-and-go driving to wear in the engine and brakes. Brake a little gentler and earlier. Test the car’s capabilities without maxing them out. Change the oil after 1,000 miles (1600 km).
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You'll need to be able to see every stitch clearly to do the job properly. Don't attempt to remove your stitches in a place that's too dark, or you could accidentally cut yourself. Use the pair of tweezers to gently lift the knot of the first stitch slightly above the skin. Holding the knot above your skin, use your other hand to insert your scissors under the knot and snip the suture next to the knot. Use the tweezers to continue grasping the knot and gently pull the stitch through your skin and out. You might feel a bit of pressure, but it should not be painful.  Do not pull the knot through your skin. It will catch on your skin and cause bleeding to occur. It's a good idea to snip off the knot to avoid accidentally pulling it through. If the skin starts to bleed when you remove the stitch, your stitches are not ready to come out. Stop what you're doing and see a doctor to remove the remaining stitches. Use the tweezers to lift the knots, then snip with the scissors. Pull the thread through and discard. Continue until all the stitches have been removed. Make sure there's no residue left around the area of the wound. If you'd like, you can place a sterile bandage to cover the area and allow it to continue to heal.

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Wipe the brass with a soft, damp cloth. Buff gently with a dry cloth. Assess the brass.

Mold is a serious problem that ruins cushion fabric if it is not removed. You can handle it by mixing 0.5 fluid ounces (15 mL) of liquid dish detergent in a bucket filled with approximately 32 fluid ounces (950 mL) of warm water. Then, mix in 1.2 ounces (34 g) of borax. You may be able to use chlorinated laundry bleach if you don’t have borax. Check the manufacturer’s label to see if this is safe. Avoid pouring the solution directly onto the cushion. Dip a clean sponge, nylon scrub brush, or white towel into it. Gently press the solution onto the moldy spots.  You can also pour the mixture into a spray bottle, then spray a light coating onto the stains. If you are unsure about using a borax or bleach solution, test it in an inconspicuous spot on your cushions first. Leave your cushions out in open air while giving the solution time to soak into the stain. Then, come back and check the stains. If they aren’t removed at this point, you can try cleaning them again. Use more of the solution if you are certain you have mold or mildew stains. Otherwise, switch to using absorbent material to draw out the stain. Moisten a clean, white cloth or sponge in lukewarm water. Scrub all the treated spots to remove any solution left on the cushions. For extra cleaning power, scrub the spots with a scrub brush dipped in clean water.  Avoid letting the bleach stay on the cushion, since this can stain or damage fabric. You can spray the cushions with a hose to ensure all the bleach is removed. Cornstarch, or another absorbent material such as newspaper or baking soda, may help you if the bleach fails. This material works best on oil-based stains, such as body oil, sunscreen, bird droppings, and pizza grease. Sprinkle the material until it covers the stains in an even layer. You can apply cornstarch immediately after washing a cushion with soap and water. However, using bleach first can help with tougher stains. Use a vacuum with an upholstery attachment to remove any absorbent material. You can also brush it off or scrape it off...

TL;DR in English: Create a bleach and soap mixture to treat mold. Blot the cleaning solution onto moldy spots with a sponge. Let the solution soak for 15 minutes. Rinse the cleaned spots immediately with clean water. Spread cornstarch over oily stains to draw them out. Vacuum the cornstarch off after 15 minutes. Dry wet cushions completely before storing them.
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High eye pressure (medically known as ocular hypertension) is difficult to diagnose, as it does not show any visible symptoms such as redness or eye pain. A diagnosis cannot be made using visual examination alone, so you will need to have your eyes examined by an eye specialist. He will use a combination of methods to identify ocular hypertension.   Tonometry. This procedure is used to measure intraocular pressure in the eyes and gauge whether the level of pressure is still within normal limits. The eye is numbed and then an orange dye is inserted to help the specialist identify the level of pressure. A machine is used to measure the pressure in the eye by applying pressure to the eye. However, it’s important to take the corneal thickness into account as people with thicker corneas may show falsely higher measurements.  A reading of 21mmHg or higher usually indicates the presence of ocular hypertension. It’s rare for someone with a reading of 30 mmHg or less to have glaucoma. However, other conditions can affect this reading, such as head or eye injuries or a buildup of blood behind the cornea.  Air puff. With this procedure, the patient is asked to look straight into an apparatus while the specialist shines a light into the eye. The apparatus then sends a quick puff of air directly into the eye. A special machine reads the pressure by assessing the changes in the light reflections upon the strike of air into the eye. Ocular hypertension is associated with increasing age along with other factors. Several factors may contribute to the development of ocular hypertension, including:   Excessive aqueous production. Aqueous humor is a transparent liquid manufactured in the eye. It drains from the eye by means of the trabecular meshwork. If excessive aqueous humor is produced, the pressure in the eye increases.  Inadequate aqueous drainage. Improper drainage of aqueous humor can lead to increased eye pressure.  Certain medications. Certain drugs (such as steroids) can cause ocular hypertension, especially in people...

TL;DR in English: See an eye specialist for a diagnosis. Discuss potential causes of the condition with your doctor. Identify your risk factors for ocular hypertension.
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This will relieve the pressure on your jaw. Put your tongue between your teeth to control clenching or grinding during the day.  As you go off to sleep try to consciously relax your jaw and don't clench your teeth shut.  Ask your dentist about wearing a mouth guard as well. Hold your tongue on the roof of your mouth as you slowly open and close your jaw. Relaxing the jaw will release tension and is a necessary part of any routine that also involves strength training. Place your tongue on the roof of your mouth just behind your front teeth. Drop your jaw, allowing the muscles to relax. No need to hold this open position, simply repeat this exercise six times per session, six sessions a day. ” While goldfish aren’t stretching their jaws when they mouth, so-called goldfish exercises can release tightness in your TMJ. Place two fingers on your TMJ joint (you can localize it by where you feel the most discomfort at the hinge of your jaw near your ear.) Then, place one finger from your other hand on your chin. Drop your mouth open, while applying light pressure against the TMJ. Repeat this exercise six times per session, six sessions per day. Don’t apply resistance to your chin when you open your mouth. This exercise is to relax the jaw, not strengthen. You can also use chin tucks to relax your jaw. With your shoulders back and chest up, pull your chin back creating a “double chin” and hold for three seconds. Then, release and repeat 10 times. Stress can cause you to clench your jaw, which can in turn aggravate TMD. Practice breathing in slowly through your nose for five seconds, while releasing the tension in your jaw completely. When you breathe out, also for five seconds, try to relax your jaw even further, really concentrating on slackening each muscle you use to chew. You can perform this exercise as often as you like.

TL;DR in English: Keep your teeth slightly apart as often as you can. Open and close your jaw. Try “goldfish exercises. Try chin tucks. Breathe to release tension.
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Curly hair is often more dry than straight hair because the natural oils produced at the scalp have a hard time maneuvering their way through the twists of curly hair. The result is that these natural oils aren’t distributed throughout the hair, especially at the ends. This causes hair to be dry, and then break and become frizzy. If you wash your curly hair every day, use a moisturizing shampoo that will hydrate it to prevent it from breaking, and to reduce frizz, split ends and add shine.  Choose a shampoo that’s either sulfate free or doesn’t contain ammonium lauryl sulfate, ammonium laureth sulfate or sodium lauryl sulfate. These are essentially powerful detergents that strip your hair and scalp of the natural oils your hair needs.  Try to stay away from all products that contain alcohol, which sucks up hair’s moisture and gives curls that crunchy look and feel. Hair needs a balance of both moisture and protein to have elasticity. This means it stretches without breaking, and it is the primary indicator of your hair’s health. Protein conditioners not only penetrate the hair shaft to make it stronger, but they also form a film on the hair cuticles, or the outer layer of the hair, so they lay flat. This helps reduce frizz.  Use a protein conditioner containing wheat, keratin, silk, milk, collagen or soy  or a moisturizing conditioner containing jojoba oil, glycerin (or vegetable glycerin), aloe vera, shea butter or Vitamin E. You can alternate between the two daily, every few days or weekly. You may even use one more often than the other depending upon your hair’s texture and how often you use heat to style it. Use a protein conditioner more often if your hair feels dry and frizzy, stretches a great deal but still breaks, feels limp when wet or if it doesn’t hold its curl or style very well. Use a moisturizing conditioner more often if your hair breaks or snaps very easily, feels brittle or straw-like, or doesn’t stretch much or at all. The “co-washing” movement calls for primarily skipping shampoo because...

TL;DR in English: Wash your hair. Alternate between a moisturizing and protein conditioner. Try “co-washing” your hair with conditioner instead. Remove excess moisture properly to speed up air drying. Apply a leave-in conditioner and detangle. Apply the appropriate product for your hair. Part your hair and scrunch or twist it. Add volume with pins and parting techniques. Let your hair dry and give it the finishing touches.
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Run a soft rag under lukewarm water. Wring out the excess, then wipe the brass with the damp cloth using small circular motions.  Lacquer is a protective coating, and for lacquered pieces, most mild to moderate dullness can be buffed out with physical means rather than chemical ones. In fact, if you use a household cleaner or other type of polish, you risk ruining the lacquer coating. Use a soft cotton or terrycloth rag for best results. If the lacquered brass still appears somewhat dull, take a dry cloth and buff the surface for several minutes, working across the entire surface in small, circular motions.  For this part of the process, you could consider using either cotton cloth or jewellers' cloth. Jewellers' cloth has an outer layer of soft flannelet and an inner layer of flannel with bits of hematite embedded into it. This hematite acts as a fine abrasive. Note that if you do use jewellers' cloth, you should buff with the abrasive side first and follow up by buffing with the non-abrasive side to remove and residue left behind by the hematite. At this point, the brass should appear fairly polished. If it still looks tarnished and dull, however, you may need to strip the lacquer completely and clean the brass more thoroughly.

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Scoop up a small amount with two fingers. Rub the Brylcreem between your palms. Work the pomade through your hair from root to tip. Tame cowlicks and flyaways. Style your hair as usual.

Some things, such as world events and natural disasters, are beyond your control, and there’s no use beating yourself up about something you can’t change. Focus instead on things you can change, like your own choices and judgments. Think of a tennis game. You can’t control things like the skill of your opponent, the referee’s calls, or how random wind gusts might affect the ball. On the other hand, you can decide how much to practice before the game, to show up well-rested, and not to stay up all night partying before the match. Work on having more self-control and self-awareness. Being stoic doesn’t have anything to do with just not talking. It’s more important to think before you speak, whether you’re interested in philosophical Stoicism or want to be stoic in the dictionary sense.  For example, if someone insults you, don’t just blurt out an angry insult back at them. Don’t engage them in an emotional fight, but consider if there’s any truth to their statement and reflect on how you could better yourself. If you feel yourself getting upset and can’t focus on the situation’s facts, try to visualize pleasant surroundings, sing a song in your head, or say a stoic mantra to yourself, such as, “If it’s not in my control, it’s none of my concern.” There’s nothing wrong with talking to people, but try not to ramble nervously and meaninglessly. You can’t control other people, so there’s no reason to be nervous. You also shouldn't feel like you have to conform to other people's standards, especially if it means compromising your own morals. Try to learn at every opportunity, but don’t be a know it all. You can’t learn if you already think you know everything. Wisdom is a core Stoic virtue, and part of cultivating wisdom is admitting that you have a lot to learn.  Educate yourself whenever you can by reading books, listening to podcasts, watching documentaries, and (obviously!) reading how-to guides.  You could listen to podcasts like TEDTalks, RadioLab, and StarTalk Radio. Browse Netflix and other services for...

TL;DR in English: Accept what you cannot change. Think before you speak and emotionally react. Don't worry about other people. Stay humble and open to new knowledge. Focus on being fair instead of being harsh.
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If your girlfriend is coming over to your house, don't immediately invite her upstairs without talking to your parents first. Even though it may be awkward to chat with your parents with your girlfriend there, having your girlfriend and your parents talk is actually a way to make it more comfortable in the future. The more they get to know each other the less strange it will feel every time she comes over. Even if you are feeling weird or awkward, be respectful of your parents. Your girlfriend will appreciate that you have a good relationship with your parents and that you are acting mature. It will also make the situation a lot more comfortable because it will make your parents want to put forth effort into talking to you and your girlfriend. It could also save you the embarrassment or your parents calling you out in front of her! A good way to ensuring a good interaction is to stick to positive subject matters. No one wants to feel depressed, and sometimes when depressing subjects come up they cause a lull in the conversation. Plus, your parents want to know that you and your girlfriend make each other happy. Instead of talking about heavy or upsetting topics, talk about more happy subject matters.  One good thing you can talk about is a funny story that involves both of you. This puts your relationship in a positive light and will put a smile on everyone's face! Smile when you're talking. You may feel really awkward but smiling is a way to put everyone at ease. Studies even show that smiling can improve your mood and makes you feel more relaxed! Your parents are curious about your girlfriend! They want to know more about her and are excited to be meeting her. When you are all talking together, mention something positive about her, whether it be a talent or an interest of hers. This will give you all something to talk about, and will let you parents interact with your girlfriend. It can also help to take some of the pressure off of you if are still feeling nervous! This is a great topic if you are looking...

TL;DR in English: Don't ignore your parents. Don't be rude to your parents. Stay positive. Talk about your girlfriend. Talk about things you've done together. Ask questions.
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There may be restrictions in your area for open fires, especially if you live someplace with draught conditions. Before you begin, call the local fire department to make sure it's okay to burn your stump.

TL;DR in English: Find out if it is legal to burn the stump.
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Once you’ve finished stepping to the right and the left, bring your feet back together and stand up straight. For the next move, you will be staying in one place and facing forward. Make sure you have room in front of you to extend your leg.

TL;DR in English: Stand with your feet together.
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Use just enough to completely coat your hair and give it a subtle sheen. If you’re sporting a short, neat cut, you’ll be able to get away with less pomade. For longer styles, you’ll need to gather up a little more.  Brylcreem’s famous ad slogan says it all—a little bit goes a long way. Too much product can weigh down hair and leave it looking flat and greasy. When it comes to taming your mane, two hands are better than one. Spreading the pomade out over a larger surface area will allow you to cover more hair at once. It will also help soften more solid products, as previously mentioned. Smooth it on at the scalp, then run your fingers through your hair in all directions to thoroughly coat each strand. Apply it just like you would shampoo, with the goal of getting full coverage over your entire head.  Spiking your hair upwards during the first few strokes can make it easier to work the product down to the roots.  Every now and then, pause long enough to take a quick peek in the mirror. Checking your progress will help you spot sections that you may have missed. Use the flat part of your hand to smooth unruly hairs and keep them from sticking up. For persistent problem areas, apply a little extra product directly to the stubborn strands. The added weight will help hold them down, and they'll proceed to fall in line.  To avoid messing up your meticulous grooming, be sure to flatten your hair in the direction that it's parted or slicked. Blow drying cowlicks briefly can help lock them in place once you've successfully got them lying down. Once your hair is slick and smooth with a faint shine, just comb your hair like you normally would and you’re good to go! Wax-based pomades like Brylcreem don’t dry out like some styling products, so there’s no need to grab the blow dryer or wait to leave the house. Styling products make it possible to achieve ‘dos that require a little more hold, like pompadours, faux-hawks, and piled curls.

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Be patient. Brush your hair often. Avoid styling products. Be confident.

Stretch out your tape measure along the wall on the longest side of the room. Do the same for the shorter side wall. Record both measurements on a notepad, then multiply the numbers together to get the total area. This will give you an idea of how much laminate flooring you’ll need. Make sure you buy enough materials to cover the entire room.  For example, a living room that's 22 feet (6.7 m) by 28 feet (8.5 m) will have an internal area of 616 feet (188 m). To install flooring in odd or irregularly-shaped rooms, it may be necessary to measure and trim the planks provisionally as you go. Before you actually begin installing the laminate flooring, you’ll want to give it a chance to get used to the unique temperature and humidity levels inside your home. Bring the packaged planks inside and find an out-of-the-way place to leave them. They’ll need to sit for at least 48-72 hours before they're ready to be handled.  Store the flooring in your living room or foyer rather than the garage until you get your project underway. Removing the planks from their packaging as soon as they’re delivered will expose them to more direct airflow, which can help them acclimate faster. Go around the room and strip the baseboards, foot moulding, and any other low-lying trim components using a pry bar. Slide the curved end of the pry bar behind the rear face of the moulding, then pull it gently until it comes away from the wall. Once you’ve loosened it enough to grab, wrench it free by hand 1 section at a time.  Handle the pry bar carefully to avoid damaging the wall. Use the claw end of a hammer to coax out any stubborn finishing nails you happen to come across. Starting in a corner of the room, loosen the old flooring with a pry bar. Pull the interlocking planks apart sharply to separate them. You may need to use the backside of a hammer to remove any pieces that have been nailed down, such as threshold strips. Keep a couple oversized garbage bags nearby while. That way, you’ll have a place to put the stripped laminate as you work...

TL;DR in English: Find the area of the room before buying laminate. Allow the new flooring materials to acclimate to their surroundings. Remove the moulding around the edges of the room. Pull up the existing laminate.
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Although it can be tempting to pick and scratch away at your cold sore, doing so will interrupt the healing process. If you want to heal, you really have to leave it alone. Picking and scratching will just irritate it, using a tissue or Q tip, rub hydrogen peroxide on it until you see the inside of the cold sore, continue to do this 2-3 times a day more. You could also cause it to become infected, which would dramatically increase its lifespan, and could result in you having to take a trip to see your doctors.  Be sure to wash your hands regularly. Be gentle when washing your face. Most of the time cold sores will disappear on their own, or with the help of a store-bought or homemade remedy. Normally, you will not need to make an appointment to see your doctor, but there are occasions when you should do this. If your sore becomes infected with bacteria, often indicated by draining pus, then you contact your doctor immediately. You should also see your doctor if:  You are pregnant. You experience a high temperature (over 100 degrees) you should see your doctor. You suffer eye irritation. Your cold sores do not go away after a couple of weeks. There are a number of options for a doctor prescribing medications to treat persistent cold sores, and you should always listen carefully to your doctor and describe all your symptoms fully and directly. Any medications that are prescribed for you should be taken according to the instructions and your doctor's guidance. Some of the treatments that you may be prescribed include:  Famciclovir oral anti-viral tablets;  500 mg tablets are taken three times daily. Valacyclovir (Valtrex); 1000 mg tablets are taken twice daily. An acyclovir cream, like that available over the counter but of a greater concentration. It is applied up to five times a day for four days. Acyclovir 400mg tablets can be taken three time daily by mouth. Penciclovir cream is typically applied directly to the cold sore every two hours for four days. Cold sores can be transmitted by sharing drinks,...

TL;DR in English: Allow your cold sore the chance to heal. Know when to seek medical advice. Consider prescription medications. Keep the virus from spreading.
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Before you sign up, chat with coaches and other staff members you might be working with. Make sure they seem committed to safety and that they’re willing to help you set good goals for yourself as you train to the elite level. Let them know that you’re interested in becoming elite and ask how they train gymnasts who are interested in serious competitive training. Trust your instincts and don’t be afraid to try working with a couple different coaches until you find the right one for you.

TL;DR in English: Meet the coaches and staff to get a sense of what they’re like.
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You'll have more energy, and store less of your food as fat, if you eat small meals several times a day rather than only eating three large meals. If you can't fit multiple meals into your schedule, eat smaller portions than normal at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and have healthy snacks throughout the day.  Eating on a regular basis keeps your blood sugar levels more stable, so you have a more steady energy supply throughout the day as well as during intense exercise. If your body is getting enough energy from food sources, you won't need to rely on as much caffeine to give you a quick burst of energy, which can help you avoid caffeine overdose. If you have trouble remembering to eat more often, or at appropriate times, consider setting a reminder on your phone or computer desktop calendar to send you a notification when it's time to eat something. Foods that are high in sugar and fat, such as breakfast pastries, can cause you to crash later on in the afternoon. Have a filling breakfast such as oatmeal or an omelette with plenty of fruits or vegetables.  Commercial cereals also can provide plenty of nutrition, but read the labels carefully and make sure you're choosing something without added sugar. A fruit and vegetable smoothie or a protein bar may be a good choice if you don't have a lot of time in the morning to cook up a more substantial breakfast. Slow-burning starches such as those found in potatoes, bread, and pasta will give you a steady source of energy for a longer period of time. If you need to exert intense effort for several hours, having a carbohydrate snack an hour or so before the event will keep you from hitting a wall before the end.  Choose your carb sources carefully, and avoid refined carbs such as those in white bread and white pasta. Instead, look for whole-grain breads and pastas, or brown rice. If you're on a gluten-free diet, look to foods such as quinoa, corn, and wild or brown rice to get the healthy carbs you need for energy. While sugar may give you a quick burst of energy, it...

TL;DR in English: Eat every two to three hours. Include carbohydrate and fiber sources at breakfast. Carb up before endurance events. Avoid sugar. Pack in protein at every meal.
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There is going to be about four or five weeks where your hair is really greasy and brittle. This might be difficult to deal with, especially if you have bangs. It might be a good idea to pin your bangs back during this time. Try to be patient so you can see if your hair will get used to not having shampoo. Wear a hat, put your hair in a messy bun, or use a headband to cover your hair if you need to. This is going to help get rid of grease on your scalp. Brush your hair a few times a day, but not too much or you will get split ends. Make sure to clean your brush often to remove the grease off of the brush. While your hair is trying to find its natural oil balance, don’t use hair products. Using gels, mousses, or styling products is going to mess up the process. Try to leave your hair alone while it adjusts to no shampoo. Nobody is going to notice that you have not been washing your hair. If you feel weird about it, explain to people what you are doing. Many people find that their scalps adjust to not being shampooed, and that their hair is no longer greasy after a few weeks. Your hair might end up being the envy of your friends.

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