Use a brush or a camera to clean the herb.

Choose a desiccant. Pick the herbs. Sprinkle 2.5cm/ 1/2 inch of desiccant across the base of a glass or plastic container. Place the herbs onto the desiccant. Remove from the desiccant as soon as they have dried. Use for craft and display projects only.

To finish your skirt, you will need to add the elastic to the waistband. Slide your elastic piece in through the gap that you left in the waistband at the beginning. Then, use your fingers to work the piece through the entire waistband.  It can take a while to work the piece of elastic through the waistband. Attaching a safety pin to the end of the elastic before you insert it into the waistband may help you to pull it through a bit easier. After you have pulled the end of your elastic through the other end of the waistband and it is going all the way around the waistband, sew the two ends of the elastic together. This will secure the elastic in a circle inside of your fabric waistband. After you have sewed the two ends of the elastic together, close the opening in the fabric waistband by sewing the gap closed. After the gap is closed, you can trim away any excess thread and your skirt is ready to wear!

TL;DR in English: Slide elastic into gap in waistband seam. Sew the elastic ends together. Close the open edge of the seam. Finished.
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If you're looking for a short bob, start by washing and drying your hair. You may want to add some leave-in conditioner. Comb your hair into a low ponytail at the back of your head. Don't get it too close to your head.  Make sure you comb all the loose hairs and get the hair as straight as possible. Once you've got it combed into a ponytail, pull the elastic an inch or two down. Cut your hair straight across below the ponytail holder. Undo the ponytail. Comb your hair into a high ponytail onto the very top of your head. Once you get it all combed straight, cut across the top, as well, about two inches from the end of your hair.  Comb it out, and you're done. This method works better in front of a mirror that magnifies. That way, you can really see what you're doing. The goal of search and destroy is to just take off what's damaged.  "Dusting" is lighter than a trim, meaning you don't take as much off. Work on small, single sections of your hair at a time. Hold them up to the mirror so you can see which ones are damaged.  Trim off the ends of curls that are damaged. Once you've got all the damaged ends in a section, move on to the next section.  Pin back any area you've already trimmed.

TL;DR in English: Try the 2-cut bob. Try search and destroy with a mirror.
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Each player attempts to get the football to their opponent's side. You decide how many attempts each player is allowed. Pushing the football across can be considered cheating, so it depends on how you and your opponent would like to play.  To get the ball across, place the football on your side of the field so that one corner is slightly off the edge of the surface. Then “flick” the corner of the ball hanging off the side with your index finger. When the football is down the field and you are allowed another attempt, you can lightly tap it forward with your index and middle fingers. Flip a coin to decide who starts first. Once you get the football to your opponent's side in the allotted attempts, you are in touchdown territory. In order to score a touchdown, one part of the football must hang off the opponent's edge.  A touchdown is worth 6 points, if you want to follow actual football guidelines. Yet, if you want to keep the game simple, make each touchdown 1 point.  To double check if the football did in fact hang over the edge to score a touchdown, bend down so that you can look upwards at the bottom of the surface edge and the football. This angle will make it easier to determine if a piece of the football is past the edge. Once you score a touchdown, you can kick a field goal to get extra points. Have your opponent do finger goal posts, or place down the goal post you made, at their side of the field. If you can kick the football between the goalposts, you get 3 points if following football guidelines or 1 point if keeping the game simple. To kick a field goal, place the football vertically, pressing one point with your index finger onto the surface. Hold it there to keep it steady, and when you are ready, flick the football with your free index finger towards the goal posts.

TL;DR in English: Get the ball down the field. Score a touchdown. Kick a field goal.
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You will probably need to take some variation of the listed subjects in freshman year. If you can handle a larger work load, you may be put into Honors or Pre-AP classes.  Mathematics - Most Freshmen will take Algebra 1; however, if you took Algebra in 8th grade, you will take either Geometry or Algebra 2. This is a required class. Science - Freshmen take Earth Science most of the time. Depending on where you live, that will determine what science you take. Science gets more specific as you go along. This is a required class. English - As you go further into English, you will begin to focus more on literature and not so much grammar and spelling. This is a required class. Languages - Most high schools offer Latin, German, French, Spanish, and Sign Language. Gym - Gym is still required in most states for Freshmen and Sophomore year, but after that it can be taken by choice. Computers/Technology - While this class is not always required, it is one of the most useful classes you can take in High School. Electives - There are many different electives you can take in High School. You should pick them based on interest and what will help you later in life. Choose your electives very carefully. They're a lot of fun! If you can take tag, go for it. Don't be tempted to take classes just because they're easy-sounding. Take classes that sound interesting and you'll have a better time, even if they're difficult. Every single grade after you gets to pick first! No worries, you'll get your electives at some point.

TL;DR in English: Know what kind of classes you will need to take. Don't get your hopes too high that you'll get all your electives.
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A desiccant is a substance that draws moisture out. Suitable desiccants for herbs include cornmeal, sand, orris root, borax, silica gel and even kitty litter. Silica gel is popular because it is light and won't crush the herbs; it is easily obtainable from craft stores. However, when working with it, wear a mask to avoid breathing in its fumes. Pick when moisture won't affect the herbs or their flowers. Glass and plastic won't create moisture. Keep any flowers separate from one another (not touching). Leaves and petals that are close together will require pulling apart to ensure the desiccant goes in between gaps and dries out every part of the herb.  If the shape of the petals or leaves is important, check for any that get bent out of shape and realign them as you're rearranging the desiccant. You can layer desiccant and herbs if wished; just be aware that the more weight on top, the more the plant matter beneath risks being crushed. This will only take a few days. Desiccant will leave herb leaves and flowers bone-dry and therefore somewhat brittle. To remove desiccant, use a small brush or a camera cleaning bellows to shift desiccant off the plant matter without damaging the plant. Handle with care. Avoid over drying the herbs or they may simply fall apart when handled. The herbs are not suitable for consumption.

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Look for changes in your fish's body. Pay attention to changes in energy. Look for changes in energy. Look for changes in energy. Look for changes in energy. Look for changes in energy. Look for changes in energy. Look for changes in energy. Look for changes in energy. Look for changes in energy.

Don't tell her that you like her. Tease her. Don't just talk, have something specific and interesting to say. Get her talking. Don't initiate the sex talk. Be the one who ends the conversation.

The teapot needs to be large enough to hold all your quotes. Depending on how large you write and the number of quotes you've gathered, base the teapot's size on the amount of writing that will be transferred to the teapot.  The quotes will be written using a permanent marker, so check that the teapot material will hold the ink and allow for quick drying. For a standout look, go for white. Otherwise, if you find a dark colored teapot, use reverse (white, metallic or light colored) markers. . Remove any dust or debris before writing on the teapot.  Simply wipe clean with warm, soapy water, rinse with clean water and then dry with a soft cloth. If you're creating this for another person, find a book penned by his or her favorite author and dig up as many quotes as possible. Or, use online quote websites for fasting sorting.  You might even like to ask directly for quotes that your recipient holds dear, in order to make the teapot extra special. It's a good idea to write out or type up the quotes to keep on hand as you create the teapot. You can reference your sheet as you write, making it easier.

TL;DR in English: Choose a white, ceramic teapot. Wash and dry the ceramic teapot Gather your quotes.
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Your cupcakes will need about 1-2 hours to cool completely. If the cupcakes are still warm, your frosting may become runny and melt off of them.

TL;DR in English: Allow your cupcakes to cool completely before starting to frost them.
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Unplug the washing machine, so there is no possibility of injury from accidentally turning it on. This is not possible on all washing machine models, and can be an involved process on others. Look up your model online with the query "remove front panel" to save yourself the frustration of figuring it out for yourself, or look for screws in the following places, continuing down the list if the front panel still won't come off with a good tug:  The front panel itself, or the sides and base of the machine near the front panel. Remove the detergent dispenser and look for a screw behind it.  Detach the kick panel (below the large front panel) and any other smaller panels on the front. Some kick panels can only be detached after pulling open the filter with a flat-head screwdriver, then detaching the drain hose.  Unscrew the lid and look for screws beneath it attaching the front panel. If the front panel is not removable on your model, you'll have to do the job through the front opening. There are a few things you can do that give you more room to work:  Unscrewing and removing the lid.  Unscrew the door hinge, if possible. Setting the machine carefully on its back, so the drum drops slightly down, away from the door. Most washing machines have a small band flush against the outer edge of the rubber door seal. Pry this away with a flat-head screwdriver, then pull it entirely off the seal. Pry the rubber door seal off the edge of the drum using your fingers or a flat-head screwdriver. Fold it off the edge and into the drum to access the inner retaining band underneath it. If you feel any resistance, stop and locate any clips holding the clamp in place. Clips can usually be removed with a screwdriver, either by removing the screws holding them in place, or by prying them off with a flat-head. This part presses the rubber seal in place. Locate the screw or nut holding the spring in place, and loosen it so the seal can be unhooked and removed. You may need to use one of the following techniques to access the screw: ...

TL;DR in English: Unplug the washing machine. Unscrew the front panel if possible. Handle a machine without a removable front panel. Remove the outer retaining band. Fold the door seal into the washing machine. Remove the retaining spring or band. Note the position of the drain holes. Pull off the seal.
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You might notice that with every day, your betta seems to be getting paler or even with daily feeding your fish gets skinnier. These are signs of an aging betta. Your betta will flare with much less gusto than it used to when it get old. After so many years, many bettas lose the enthusiasm to flare.  Also, while a healthy adult betta will swim around vigorously in its tank, old bettas will hide behind plants and décor and swim sluggishly. When feeding your betta, watch it to see how quickly it spots its food. Old bettas may swim slowly to their food and miss it a couple of times before spotting it. Old bettas tend to have "cataracts," which are filmy or hazy spots inside the eye. This is normal for old bettas, and will happen no matter how big the tank you have is or how clean you keep the water.

TL;DR in English: Look for changes in your fish's body. Pay attention to changes in energy. Look for cataracts on the betta's eyes.
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This is an absolute must. If you reach out and send someone a message, it's obvious that you're interested. Saying so out loud will only make you look desperate and needy, or insecure. You want to seem like the opposite of that. You want to seem like a mysterious and magnetic personality that she must get to know. In person. Lots of guys launch into compliments and really seem to over-do it. Many women will respond to this, but they're not really interested. If you want to actually get with a girl, start an emotional connection and a conversation, not an empty compliment. Some studies show that when we feel both positive and negative emotions at the same time, there is a kind of magnetic reaction that happens, which is often attraction. A common tactic that works especially well online is to gently and kindly tease a woman while you're chatting via text, email, or IM, about something. Just be friendly and joking with a woman. Don't be flat-out mean. There's a difference between saying something gently teasing, "That picture of you on a horse makes me scared you're going to out-drink me and shoot me in the chest with your six gun. But I don't know if you have that in you..." and saying something like, "A woman who likes horses. Typical." That's not funny, or charming. Pick something in her profile, or something that you notice about her in a picture and start there. Never start a chat with nothing but, "hey" or "what up." That doesn't give you any spark. You're going to get nowhere starting a conversation with nothing. If you can't find anything you want to say other than, "Jeez you're hot and I'd love to hang out," lead with a silly or random question to get talking about something more interested: "I'd like to say something more interesting, but I'm a little stunned by your picture. To get around this, I have to ask: If you had twenty minutes left on earth, what would you do first?" Ask questions to get a woman talking, flirting comfortably, and being comfortable with you. Listen to what she says and follow...

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Apply the eyeshadow. Apply the eyeliner. Apply the mascara. Apply the lip color.

What is motivating you to get into the practice of raising crops and/or animals and leaving the urban area where, usually, more money is to be made without having to work so hard for it? Any kind of farming involves a lot of hard work, it takes huge amount of responsibility, and is not the kind of venture that you will get rich quick on, if at all. Farming is a way of life, and also a business that gives you less of a financial "reward" for all the hard work you have to do throughout the year. But, the emotional and spiritual reward you get can be accounted for more than the paycheck you get at the end of the year. The industry is, for the most part, steeped in tradition. If you've never farmed in your life nor have any agricultural experience to bring to the table, and yet you still want to become a farmer, you may run into some individuals who are more skeptical of your future endeavor than you wish. But, do not let this bring you down, as there are many people who will embrace your goals and want to help out as much as possible. You will be surprised at how helpful a lot of farm people can be with the new farmers that want to learn as much as possible! Remember there is no such thing as a stupid question. However, don't be discouraged or lead yourself to feel slightly offended if someone is more blunt and forward with some of their advice and/or criticisms of what you intend to do and how to do it than you expected. Those farmers that have been in the business for decades have been-there and done-that, and will give you as much advice as you ask for, and even a few stories here and there. Be open to possibilities, listen well, and don't try to argue on something that they have known to work for them for the last umpteen years. Especially, talk to various farmers to get a better understanding of what to expect with what you are doing and the locale you intend to start a farm in. In most cases there are two main categories of agricultural production to choose from: Crops, seed or grain production (oilseeds,...

TL;DR in English: Decide why you're interested in farming. Choose what farm enterprise[s] you would like to get into. Visit with some experienced farmers. Research as much as you can. Attend informational or continuing-education sessions or classes on the sector of your interest. Consider having to move.
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Larger female dogs take a bit longer than males to mature. Female huskies aren't ready to breed until they are 2 years old or older. Don't breed her until she has her second heat cycle. She'll probably have her first heat cycle at 5 to 7 months, but her body isn't mature enough for breeding at that time. Male dogs are mature after about 6 months. The stud dog only needs to perform one job (getting the bitch pregnant), but the bitch must carry the puppies to term and care for them when they are young. A calm female dog is more likely to be a good mother to the pups. Using a female with an aggressive temperament can result in unhealthy or aggressive puppies. If maintaining a pure husky bloodline is important to you, both dogs should be registered with the American Kennel Club (AKC), the Continental Kennel Club (CKC) or the United Kennel Club (UKC).  Both dogs need to be registered with the same club in order for the puppies to be eligible for registration. Research the bloodlines of both dogs to learn about potential health problems or temperament issues. Try running a Google search using key words like "husky bloodlines" and "breeding husky bloodlines." You can also visit http://siberian-husky-bloodlines.seppalasleddogs.com/index.htm. Both dogs should have a thorough veterinary check-up about a month before breeding begins. Get them up-to-date on vaccinations and make sure they're free from parasites. Have them screened for brucellosis, which is a disease that can cause infertility.  It's also a good idea to ask the vet to screen both dogs for evidence of hip dysplasia. The bitch should have good muscle tone and should not be overweight. Genetic disorders of the eyes are common in huskies. These disorders can appear at any age, so it is important to have your dogs' eyes checked once a year. Have a screening performed on both dogs prior to breeding.

TL;DR in English: Wait until the female is 2 years old. Breed females with a calm and nurturing temperament. Make sure both dogs are registered with a kennel club. Have a vet perform a physical on both dogs 4 weeks before breeding. Have both dogs' eyes checked by a canine ophthalmologist.
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Make sure you have ripe bananas. They should have a few brown spots on the peels. Once you have the ripe bananas, peel them and set them aside. Take out 1-2 freezer safe plastic zipper bags. Place your bananas evenly in the bags. Freeze the bananas overnight. The bananas will be solid once they are frozen completely. Once they are completely frozen, take the bananas out of the freezer and bags. Lay them on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, cut the banana into small pieces. Throw the pieces into a food processor. Pulse the bananas for 45-60 seconds. The bananas should be smooth. Pour the mixture into a bowl and enjoy! Don't over pulse the banana mixture. If you pulse it for too long, the friction from the blades will start to melt the banana. Although this ice cream is fantastic on its own, you can add extra ingredients to this mixture and process the banana mixture for a few additional seconds to make an even more amazing dessert. Add a few drops of peppermint oil or extract and a handful of chocolate chips for mint chocolate chip ice cream. For cherry vanilla ice cream, add a few frozen cherries and a teaspoon of vanilla extract. Add a tablespoon or two cocoa powder and nuts for a chocolaty, nutty ice cream. The banana takes on other flavors really well. Once you add a few ingredients, the other flavors take over and the banana becomes a background flavor.

TL;DR in English: Peel the bananas. Freeze the bananas. Process the bananas. Add extra ingredients.
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Your piano bench should be positioned so that when sitting on the front half of it your elbows are a little in front of your body. Your arms should be level with or slightly sloping down toward the keys. Your feet should be flat on the floor. For most benches, you'll find that you can adjust the height by turning a knob mechanism or pressing a spring release under or behind the bench. Sit tall and with a slight inward lean to the piano when playing. This might seem unimportant, but your posture at the keyboard can greatly affect the sound you produce. A straight spine will allow you greater stability and poise. It also will enable you to more easily involve your upper body weight when playing, which will help you create a more dynamic sound. Beyond the technical complications created by poor keyboard posture, slouching can also negatively impact your presence when playing. It can be difficult to notice poor posture in yourself. If you are teaching yourself piano, you might want to ask a friend or family member to check your posture from time to time. Make sure you let them know what to look for when it comes to proper piano posture. If you have a consistent posture problem, you might want to set up a full length mirror to the side of your bench. This way, periodically while playing, you can look over and check your own posture.

TL;DR in English: Adjust the piano bench to suit your height. Sit up straight when playing. Check your posture regularly.
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Choose a light gold or peach eyeshadow that has a bit of shimmer. Apply this shade over the whole eyelid with a small makeup brush. Blend the color up towards the eyebrows. Next, choose a darker, natural color such as a chocolate brown. Apply a line of darker eyeshadow to the crease of the eyelid. Using a clean eyeshadow brush, blend the dark line of eyeshadow into the lighter eyeshadow.  When blending with a brush use light, gentle strokes. If you press too hard you may scrub away the eyeshadow. If your child has blond or light brown eyebrows, use a light brown eyeshadow to fill them in. Use a black pencil to line the top and bottom of your child's eye. To line the top lid first ask the child to close their eyes. Gently pull up on the eyebrow and apply the makeup in small strokes, lining the lash line of the eyelid. To line the lower lid, ask the child to look up. Gently pull down on the cheek to put on the lower line.  Be patient and careful while applying the makeup; if you get it in their eyes, they might start watering and mess up the makeup. Have younger child lean against wall or lie on floor to reduce fidgeting. Use black mascara that's not waterproof. Waterproof mascara is very difficult to clean off of a child's face. Gently pull up on eyebrow and ask the child to look down. Apply a thin coat of mascara to the ends of their eyelashes. Let the mascara dry before applying some to the lower lashes. When doing lower lashes, ask the child to look up and gently pull down on their cheek.  Be patient. If you move too quickly or don't let the child blink when they want to they might become uncooperative. It may help to lean the child against a wall to reduce fidgeting. Choose a shade of lipstick and lip liner that's a few shades darker than their natural lip tone. First, line their lips with lip liner by carefully drawing a thin line around the edges of their lips. Next, apply the lipstick. Ask the child to open their mouth in a loose “O” shape and carefully dab the lipstick onto their lips. Blend it all...

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Look for any clouding. Examine the iris. Monitor the eyes for discharge or tears.

In many high school and college courses you will be asked to write a literary commentary. This assignment requires you to evaluate a piece of literature, most often a novel, poem, or play. The key part of a successful commentary is a strong, clear thesis statement.  Your thesis is your argument or your point of view. This is where you take a stance, and spend the rest of the essay supporting your thesis. Maybe you are writing a commentary on Great Expectations. Your thesis could be, “Not only is Dickens’ tale engaging, it is also an insightful commentary on the differences between social classes in industrial Britain.” This will vary considerably depending on how long you want your commentary to be. At its briefest, say for a bulleted or single-paragraph commentary, make note of vital information to include. For longer commentaries, create a structure for your response. You might write at the top of your outline, “Important Themes in Great Expectations”. You could then make bullet points such as “Setting”, “Ambition”, “Class”, etc. An introductory paragraph  will help you to remain focused on the key points as you write. For example, include an introduction where you provide the context for the work and state your thesis, followed by analysis of the strengths, weaknesses, themes, etc. Then wrap up with a short conclusion of the importance of the topic.  You might start by saying, “Great Expectations is full of imagery that makes the reader feel as if they are in 19th century England with Pip. Dickens’ novel about class, ambition, and love sheds important light on the social divides of the time.” You could then list the themes that you will discuss in the body of your commentary. State an issue or theme you've identified, show where you've found it in the work, then explain what effect the issue or theme has on the work. You might feel that Miss Havisham’s obsession with lost love is an important theme in Great Expectations. An excellent specific example to illustrate this theme is pointing out that the...

TL;DR in English: Define your thesis. Create an outline. Introduce your topic. Use specific examples to support your thesis. Connect your examples back to the theme. Cite your sources
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Some people live life in bitterness or malice, and will spread rumors because they think it will make them feel better about themselves. Others hear information incorrectly and without meaning to harm someone, will spread that information. Either way, rumors aren't usually a sign that you have done something wrong. They usually communicate that the people spreading them are struggling with insecurities or boredom, so don't take it personally.  While this can be difficult to do because some rumors can be very hurtful, just remember that people spread rumors for a reason. Most people who are kind and care about others won't spread malicious rumors to harm someone. Those who spread rumors usually do so because they feel jealousy or envy towards you, or they are upset with their current state in life and want to add some drama to it to make it more interesting. Stay above these rumors and don't encourage them by taking them personally and getting really upset. Some people spread rumors just to get a rise out of someone else. When rumors start to spread about you, act like nothing has happened and that you aren't affected by these lies. This can also help show people that the rumor isn't true, because you think it's so ridiculous that you don't even see a need to be upset about it. When a rumor is told about you, the best thing to do is respond to the rumor quickly. If you allow the rumor to fester and continue to be spread it may become worse or more exaggerated. Talk to the people who you have heard spread the rumor and explain to them that it is false, or go to an authority and let them know that the rumor isn't true.   Some people choose to ignore rumors instead of responding to them. This can be a good option, depending on the extent of the rumor. If the rumor is something so outlandish that very few people actually believe it, it could be good to just ignore it and over time people will stop talking. However, if the rumor is believable or is something that could get you into trouble, you need to address it...

TL;DR in English: Don't take it personally. Respond to the rumor quickly. Find the source of the rumor. Make it known the rumor was false. Understand that it may take time for the rumor to fade.
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When it comes to real estate, property taxes are almost always based on the value of the land. The more valuable the land, the higher the property taxes. Because the value of land can change over time, so can your property tax liability, even if your local government does not specifically change the tax rate. To start finding your property tax liability, you need to know how much the land you own is worth.  Property values are usually determined by a local or county assessor — someone whose job is specifically to do this. To find the value of your residence, you can contact your local assessor's office or else your local tax authority. Note that many assessors have tools online that will allow you to look up your property's value based on your address. The assessor's office for Santa Clara Country in California has a great example of this sort of tool.  You can also sometimes get home value estimates from financial institutions. For example, Chase Bank offers a free online home value tool here. The value of a piece of land is usually determined by two things: the value of the land itself and the value of whatever is built on the land (i.e., its improvements.) To find the total value of your property, you'll need to add these two values together. Usually, the local assessor can provide both pieces of information. For example purposes, let's find the property taxes for a house in ABC County, USA. The county assessor values the land at $357,000, mainly due to its close proximity to a vibrant, bustling downtown area and the convenience of two nearby freeways. The assessor values the house itself at $307,000. Adding these two values, the total value of our property is 357,000 + 307,000 = $664,000. In the next few steps, we'll use this value to find our property taxes. Property tax is generally assessed as some percentage of the property's current value. This tax rate can (and does) vary over time depending on the needs of the taxing agency — for instance, if your county has a budget shortfall, it may raise the tax...

TL;DR in English: Find the assessed value of the property being taxed. Add the value of the land and improvements to get the total value. Find the current local government's tax rate. Find the property tax rates for other local agencies. Add your tax rates up. Multiply by your property value.
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When you sit, keep your spine straight under your neck with your feet flat on the floor. Avoid slouching and keep your eyes facing forward. When standing up, keep your spine straight with your back directly under your legs. Avoid slumping forward or leaning against the wall to keep your spine in a neutral position. Counterintuitively, hard-backed chairs are actually better for back pain than soft sofas or cushioned chairs. It’s easier for your spine to become misaligned if the back of the chair isn’t holding it in place. When you go to bed, you can lie on your side or back, but avoid sitting up in bed or lying face-down. For your side, slide a pillow between your knees and bend then at 35- to 45-degree angle. If you’re lying on your back, slide a pillow directly under knees to alleviate the pressure on your back. When it comes to your mattress, a firm mattress with a soft top is ideal. If it weighs more than 25 pounds (11 kg) and you have back pain, just skip it or enlist someone else to help you carry it. Otherwise, bend with your knees to lower yourself down and avoid bending your back forward to lift something up. Use your knees to bring yourself back up and keep your spine as straight as possible.  Lifting belts are not really proven to prevent back injuries, so don’t rely on a one to protect yourself. They may be able to alleviate some lifting pain, though.  Keep the object that you’re lifting centered in your chest. If you hold it at your side, you may increase the risk of a back injury. When you lift with your knees, you are not using your back as a lever. Instead, you're using it as a crane and your legs doing most of the work.

TL;DR in English: Maintain a proper posture to avoid straining muscles in your back. Lie on your side or back when you sleep and prop your feet up. Lift with your knees and avoid carry really heavy stuff.
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As your cat ages, its eyes may turn from being bright and clear to cloudy and dull. By examining the degree of cloudiness or clearness in your cat's eyes, you can get a better understanding of how old your cat is.  Clear and bright eyes will indicate that your cat is likely young. Older cats may have cloudy eyes due to age itself or the development of cataracts. The iris is the colorful part of the eye that surrounds the pupil.  By examining the iris, you can learn the approximate age of your cat.  Look for any signs of jaggedness or roughness in the iris as you investigate.  Younger cats will have clean and smooth irises. As cats age, their irises will become thinner and strands will start to appear in the iris, along with pigment patches. A sign of both age and health, the tear ducts in your cat's eyes can be a great place to check up on your cat.  At times, due to either aging, illness, or injury, its eyes may become overly runny.  Runny eyes, as well as injury and illness, are more likely to be found in older cats, which can help you indicate your cat's age.  Younger cats should not have noticeable tears or discharge. Older cats may have apparent tearing or discharge from their eyes. Runny eyes can also be a sign of illness or injury, so check with your veterinarian.

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Determine if you are using weighted assignments. Calculate your percentage in each category. Convert those percentages to a number. Add numbers to get your class percentage.

Treat yourself with loving compassion and respect. Instead of telling yourself off, speak to yourself calmly. When negative thoughts and feelings come to you, name them. Say "This is the I'm-too-fat thought," or, "Ah, here comes the 'everyone here knows more than me' thought." When you are praised, say "Thank you." If a compliment is innocent and sincere, it is impolite to reject it. To reject a compliment means missing out on the chance for a positive connection with another, and a positive affirmation for yourself. Let your friends and family affirm you.  If you are feeling truly down on yourself, you can ask someone you love to tell you something they like about you. Go ahead and return the compliment. Some cruelty comes disguised as kindness. Do you have a friend who is always pointing out your shortcomings? Does anyone in your life make fun of you or criticize you in public or in private? When you are proud of something, does anyone try to take you down a notch by acting nonplussed or condescending?  Try to eliminate these people from your life or spend as little time with them as possible. Accept the state you are in before you try making radical changes. If you try to fix yourself without acknowledging your inherent value and loveliness first, you may cause yourself harm. Improving yourself can be fruitful, but you have to love yourself first. Treat yourself like a flourishing garden that needs watering, pruning, planting, and general upkeep: not flood or fire.  If you would like to do better in school, first tell yourself "I am intelligent, hard working, and I have dreams and ambitions. I am capable of doing the work I have set out to do." Do this instead of saying, for example, "I'm too stupid and lazy and I failed my last exam and I will fail the next one." Once you have a positive framework, you can work on your plan of action. When there is something you want to work on, you are not eliminating or hiding a flaw of yours; rather, you are learning new skills.    Instead of "I'm going to stop talking...

TL;DR in English: Avoid self-criticism. Accept affirmation from others. Notice if someone is trying to put you down. Love it before you improve it. Re-frame how you view self-improvement. Recognize unrealistic standards.
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Spinach is a cold-hardy crop with wide range of possible planting dates:  Spring harvest: Plant your spinach four to six weeks before the last spring frost. This early crop can "bolt" (grow leggy and bloom), so harvest before you reach 14 hours of sunlight a day for best results. Some cultivars are less likely to bolt than others.  Fall harvest: Plant six to eight weeks before the first fall frost for a more reliable fall crop. Overwinter: Plant spinach in autumn for a small late autumn harvest, followed by a dormant winter period with an early harvest next year. See below for more instructions. Cover the soil of the planting area with a few inches of hay, straw, leaf, or grass mulch to prevent weeds from sprouting. Pulling unwanted weeds may harm the fragile spinach roots, so mulch is a good alternative for weed control. If you live in a particularly hot climate, consider using cold frames or heavy row covers to keep the soil cool during hot summer days. Also be sure to sow extra seeds and water twice daily if growing in hot weather.

TL;DR in English: Decide when to plant your spinach. Spread mulch over the planting area. Adapt to hot weather.
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Lipid profiles are more specific blood tests that are helpful for determining your risk of cardiovascular disease, such as atherosclerosis, heart attack and stroke. Doctors assess the results of a lipid profile before determining if cholesterol-lowing medications are necessary. A lipid profile typically includes total cholesterol (includes all the lipoproteins in your blood), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (the "good" kind), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (the "bad" kind) and triglycerides, which are fats usually stored in fat cells. Essentially you want your total cholesterol to be less than 200 mg/dL and a favorable HDL to LDL ratio (approaching 1:2) in order to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.  HDL removes excess cholesterol from the blood and carries it to the liver for recycling. Desirable levels are above 50 mg/dL (ideally above 60 mg/dL). Your HDL level is the only one that you want to be high on this type of blood test. LDL deposits excess cholesterol in blood vessel in response to injury and inflammation, which can trigger atherosclerosis (clogged arteries). Desirable levels are less than 130 mg/dL (ideally less than 100 mg/dL). A blood sugar test measures the amount of glucose circulating in your blood, usually after fasting for at least 8 hours. This test is usually ordered if there is suspicion of diabetes (types 1 or 2, or gestational). Diabetes occurs when the pancreas doesn't produce enough insulin hormone (which grabs glucose from the blood) and/or the cells of the body don't allow insulin to deposit the glucose normally. As such, people with diabetes have chronically high blood glucose (termed hyperglycemia), which is considered greater than 125 mg/dL.  People at serious risk for diabetes (often classified as "prediabetic") typically have blood glucose levels between 100-125 mg/dL. Other causes of high blood glucose include: severe stress, chronic kidney disease, hyperthyroidism and an inflamed or cancerous pancreas. Not enough blood glucose (less than 70 mg/dL) is called...

TL;DR in English: Understand what lipid profiles are. Recognize the implications of a blood sugar test. Learn what the CMP is.
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In order to make your hips and thighs smaller, you'll need to reduce your overall body fat.  You cannot spot treat this area, so following a calorie restricted meal plan will help reduce the fat in your hips, thighs and overall body.  You typically want to aim for slower, more safe weight loss.  This generally equates to about 1-2 pounds weekly.  Cut out about 500-750 calories from your current eating plan.  This will generally result in safe, gradual weight loss. Use a food journal or online app to get an idea of how many calories you currently eat each day.  This will help you determine a calorie limit that will result in weight loss. There are a variety of dieting styles on the market.  Studies, however, show that lower carb diets result in the quickest amount of weight loss and fat reduction.  If you're following a lower carb diet, most of your meals should be protein, vegetables, and some fruit.  This combination of foods will also provide you with enough nutrients to maintain a nutritious diet. Include a source of lean protein at each meal.  Aim for a 3-4 oz serving at most meals and snacks (about the size of a deck of cards).  This will help you reach your daily recommended amount. Also include about one to two servings of fruit daily (1/2 cup chopped or one small piece) and four to five servings of vegetables each day (1 cup chopped or 2 cups loose leafy greens).  Examples of lower carb meals featuring mostly protein and produce include 1 cup cottage cheese and sliced fruit, 1/4 cup of hummus with sliced raw veggies, or a grilled chicken salad. If you're following a lower carb diet to help reduce body fat and trim down your hips and thighs you'll want to monitor the total amount of carbohydrates you consume each day.  Carbs are found in a wide variety foods including fruits, dairy products, starchy vegetables, legumes, and grains as well as in sugar and sweetened drinks like soda or energy drinks. Foods like dairy products or fruit offer a lot of other beneficial nutrients outside of carbohydrates...

TL;DR in English: Cut calories. Make most of your meals protein and produce. Limit higher carb foods. Drink adequate fluids.
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Your teacher may be using a weighted grading system. This means that your work will still have points, but those points will be worth different amounts based on what category it falls into. Common categories include homework, tests, quizzes, final exam, and participation.  Each category will be worth a certain percentage of your grade. To get a good grade, you will need to score all or a majority of the points in each category. However, scoring fewer points in a category which is only worth a small percentage of your grade will not affect your grade as much as if the category was worth a large percentage. For ease of calculating, we will assume that each category is worth a number of point equal to its percentage weight (For example, a category worth 20% will be worth 20 points). This should make the total number of “points” for the class equal 100, which should make it significantly easier to calculate your grade. Different teachers will prioritize different things in their class, based on their philosophy of teaching and what they believe is most important. For example, some teachers will most heavily weight the final exam, whereas others will most heavily weight participation. Using the same method discussed above, figure out your point percentage for each category. Think of it like figuring out your grade, but just for homework or just for your quizzes. If you are trying to figure out how you will do in the overall class, you will have to guess how well you will do on the work you have not completed. Multiply that percentage score by the number for the category to find out how many points you earned for that category. For example, if you earned 95% in a category weighted at 20% (.95 x 20 = 19), you will earn 19 points for that category. Add the resulting numbers for each category to find out your percentage for the class. This can then be compared against the chart below to find your letter grade.

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Choose a new color for your new color. Go with a new color. Go with a new color. Go with a new color. Go with a new color. Go with a new color. Go with a new color. Go with a new color. Go with a new color. Go with a new color. Go

Try something new together. Add some adrenaline to a date. Do something a little scary. Look at old photographs together.

This phone-shaped app should be on your Android's Home Screen. It's in the top-right corner of the Phone screen. Doing so prompts a drop-down menu. This option is at the bottom of the drop-down menu. It's below the "CALL SETTINGS" heading near the middle of the screen. Tap the text field below the "Add phone number" heading, then type in the number you want to block. Alternatively, you can also tap Recent or Contacts below this "Add Phone number" heading.  Tap a number in your recent or contacts list, and tap Done. This button is to the right of the phone number you just added. Doing so will add the number to your phone's block list. You should no longer receive calls from the blocked number. To take a phone number off the block list, tap — to the right of any number on the list.

TL;DR in English: Open your Android's Phone app . Tap ⋮. Tap Settings. Tap Block numbers. Enter a number you want to block. Tap ＋.
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Once your contact lens is removed, it should be safely stored until you need to use it again.  Many people simply top off old solution when storing your lens. As solution is meant to disinfect, it can become contaminated with use. Dump out old solution and replace with it with a fresh dose.  Close the lids of the contact case tightly and place the case in a safe place in your home until you need to use your lenses again. Different contact lenses need to be removed for different durations. Some can be worn overnight, while some cannot. Talk to your eye doctor about how often you need to remove and store lenses. While contacts are fairly easy once you're accustomed to caring for them, there are some difficulties associated with their removal. These can be easily remedied.  If you have trouble keeping your eyes open when removing contacts, use one hand to hold the upper lid and eyelashes while you work.  If you have difficulty sliding lenses, stare in the mirror and keep your gaze steady. If you lose eye contact, your eyes have moved meaning the lenses positions have shifted.  Be careful about rubbing your eyes with contacts in. This can damage the lenses and cause irritation to your eyes. Contacts do not last forever. Lenses come with a specific expiration date, related to the type of lens you wear. Ask your doctor how long lenses will last when being prescribed contacts. If you do not remember the information, check the box for instructions on when to discard lenses.

TL;DR in English: Store your contacts. Learn about solutions to contact related challenges. Familiarize yourself with your contacts expiration date.
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The cooked jelly is very hot, so be careful as you lower it into the jars. Fill each one to about 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) below the rim, then place the seal and lids on the jars. Let them sit for a few moments until you hear the lids pop, which indicates that the seals have been activated.  If you're planning on eating the jelly within the next few days, it's not necessary to seal the jars. You can also preserve quince jelly by melting paraffin wax and pouring it into the hot jelly after you ladle it into jars. The wax will rise to the top of the jelly and form a seal.

TL;DR in English: Ladle the jelly into  sterilized jars. Lower the jelly jars into boiling water. Finished.
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Chardonnay is a very popular white wine and considered by many to be a sort of “standard” variety. They’re usually fruity, velvety, and full, though some regional varieties can be more creamy than others. Overall, chardonnays tend to be pretty light, making them a good choice for wine novices. American chardonnay, for example, is usually much creamier and more “buttery” than French chardonnay. Sauvignon blanc, like chardonnay, has some hints of fruit, but it’s a much more acidic variety of white wine. These fruity tones will be closer to grapefruit than anything else, but it’s still a bright and refreshing wine to try. Sauvignon blancs are great if you want something light and sweet like chardonnay, but not overly sweet. Moscato is very fresh and light, meaning its sweet and soft when you drink it. Its versatility means you can pair it with almost anything, so it’s a good wine to choose if you want some white wine with your meal but don’t quite know what wine would go best with your food. Moscato is just sweet enough that it can even be had with dessert! Pinot grigio has a citrus-y taste, not unlike chardonnay and sauvignon blanc. However, the taste of pinot grigio is closer to green apples than grapefruit, making it less tart than sauvignon blanc but still crisp and sweet. Pinot grigio is also pretty consistent across all regional varieties. This means you can have a pinot grigio from any vineyard in the world and expect it to taste pretty much the same. Gewürztraminer is a relatively sweet wine, but not so sweet that it can only be had with dessert. It’s a good choice of white wine for those who are fond of sweet drinks but who don’t want to go all in on a dessert wine. Gewürztraminer also has an impressive mouth feel that will leave your tongue feeling pleasantly coated when you drink it. Riesling is probably the sweetest popular variety of white wine, making it very popular to have with or for dessert. Some regional varieties may feel more oily than others, but all types of riesling are consistently...

TL;DR in English: Choose chardonnay for a classic, velvety white wine. Go with sauvignon blanc for a dryer, tarter taste. Opt for moscato for a softer, more versatile white wine. Drink pinot grigio when you want strong fruity notes in your wine. Try gewürztraminer for the ideal combination of dryness and sweetness. Have riesling when you want a sweet dessert wine.
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Trying something new requires courage and may show you a new side of yourself and your partner. You might find that you enjoy something you never knew you could enjoy, or discover something about your partner you’ve never noticed. Adding a new experience can help you feel closer and help you bond over the new experience.  For example, try a boxing class, race go karts, or try a dance class. Use your knowledge from your intimate talks to come up with activities you would both enjoy. Alternatively, you could try something that is special to one of you. A little adrenaline can help you feel more attracted to your partner and increase feelings of intimacy. Try doing something fun and maybe even a little risky together. For example, try skydiving, rock climbing, or zip lining. While you don’t want to be scared for too long, it can be fun to do something with a small fear factor to encourage you and your partner to turn toward each other. Knowing you can rely on your partner for emotional support can help you feel close to them and trust them to be there for you. For example, go to a haunted house or take a walk in the dark together. Take a trip down memory lane and open yourself up to exposing a younger version of yourself to your partner. Looking at pictures of your childhood and the people that were important to you is a very intimate act. When you discuss the things that mattered to you and the events and people that led you to become who you are, you reveal a lot of vulnerabilities to your partner.  Show your partner around your hometown and talk about memories from growing up. Then, ask them to do the same for you. Family stuff can be difficult to discuss, but try to answer all of their questions.

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Wear clean, pressed clothes. Have good hygiene. Read about the event before you arrive. Exude self-confidence, but don't come off as arrogant.

The hormones needed to grow big, bulky muscles come with puberty, so do not push a child to lift weights or start training plans when they cannot even reap the rewards. Kids will start to build muscle naturally as teenagers, but kids should be focused less on growing muscles and more on being healthy. Weightlifting, body building, and power lifting can all be very dangerous to a child’s still-developing muscles. Strength training, however, is focused on proper technique and safety instead of lifting the biggest piece of metal you can. Weightlifting as a child can damage a kid’s growth plates, which are pieces of cartilage still turning into bone, injuring a child for life. Make a distinction between increasing muscle strength and “bulking up.” Talk to them about the benefits of having lean muscles such as a healthy weight, improved performance in sports, and higher self-esteem. Let them know that it is impossible to "bulk up" a lot of muscle before puberty. If a child can follow directions well and expresses interest in getting stronger, you can safely begin a light workout plan as early as 7 years old. If a child is ready to play organized sports, they are generally ready to start a strength program. Weightlifting, body building, and power lifting can all be very dangerous to a child’s still-developing muscles. Strength training, however, is focused on proper technique and safety instead of lifting the biggest piece of metal you can. Weightlifting as a child can damage a kid’s growth plates, which are pieces of cartilage still turning into bone, injuring a child for life. Make a distinction between increasing muscle strength and “bulking up” with your child by talking to them about the benefits of having lean, strong muscles, such as a healthy weight, improved performance in sports, and higher self-esteem.</ref> Since most children cannot actually build muscle, you should work on the proper exercise techniques to prevent injury, learn good mechanics, and set a good foundation for later workouts. Some things...

TL;DR in English: Remember that kids are not likely to grow muscles before puberty. Focus your energy on strength training, not weightlifting. Know that a child can start strength training around age 7 or 8. Focus your energy on strength training, not weightlifting. Prioritize proper technique over big muscles. Supervise a child as they learn strength training.
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This will begin the first phase: hop. Generally, you will want to use your dominant foot. Get a running start (lasting about 17-18 strides) so you can forcefully jump off the board. Pull your opposite foot up behind you.  Make sure not to run beyond the board during your hop, as doing so is considered a foul.  For the hop and skip, you will begin your jump with the same foot. While you are airborne during the hop, skip, and jump, never let your hands drop lower than your chest or higher than your chin. Move both arms forward, as if you are grabbing something in front of you. If your arms are too high, you are more likely to fall out of position when you hit the ground. Don't position your arms behind your back. Doing so will slow you down during takeoff and landing. During the hop and step, you will land with your dominant foot flat or roll from heel to toe. Do not put too much pressure on either your heel or toes. Once you've touched the ground, roll forward onto the balls of your feet and prepare for the step. Again with your dominant foot, jump with your back leg extended behind the body. You will keep your your back leg's heel up to prepare for the landing. Land with your back leg forward to complete the step and prepare for the final phase: jump.  Keep your knee high and parallel to your hips for correct form.  For the step, your goal is to get off the ground as soon as possible. During the jump, you will leap with your opposite (formerly back foot). By this point, you will be close to the sandpit. Bring both feet together with your knees parallel to your chest as you jump into the pit. Unlike the first two steps, land the jump with your heels first.

TL;DR in English: Run up to the board and jump. Keep your arms extended in front of your body. Hit the ground with your foot flat. Start your step with the same foot. Begin the final phase (jumping) with your opposite foot.
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Start by using your hand to support the puppy's chest, where the rib cage is. You can also use your forearm once you pick the puppy up. You'll need to go in from the side and place your hand between the dog's front legs. As you lift the puppy up, use your other hand to support the back end. In other words, your other hand or arm should be under the puppy's back legs and butt. Once your hands are in position, lift the puppy up. Make sure you continue to support both its chest and rump as you hold it. However, you can place one arm underneath the rump, and one arm around the torso, pulling the pup towards your body once you have it at chest height. Hold the puppy close to your body, not out away from you, as it can wriggle out of your arms. When moving the puppy back to the floor, make sure you still support the puppy's chest and rump. Also, never drop the puppy. Gently lower it all the way to the floor. While you may know not to yank on a pup's tail or pick it up that way, you should also not do that with the puppy's neck, even if you're holding it by the scruff. You could injure or even kill the puppy. Also, don't try to pick up the dog by a leg, as you could hurt the leg.

TL;DR in English: Place a hand under your puppy's chest. Support the back end. Lift the pup up. Place the puppy down the same way. Never grab a pup by its neck or tail.
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To create a caloric deficit, you’ll need to keep track of everything that crosses your lips. Using an app or food diary is the best way to do this. Record everything you eat in your app or food diary. Aim for a goal of 1,200 calories per day if you’re a woman or 1,500 calories per day if you’re a man.  Try to track what you eat or drink right after you eat it so that you won’t forget about it. Or, if you know what you’re going to be eating in advance, put it in your tracker ahead of time. This can also help you to budget your calories and spread them evenly among your meals and snacks. Keep in mind that it doesn’t matter if you follow a low-fat diet or a low-carb diet. Both approaches to weight loss are equally effective, so choose the option that works best for you. Fruits and vegetables are lower in calories than most other foods, and they’re filling because they’re high in fiber. By eating more fruits and vegetables with every meal, you’ll be cutting calories and satisfying your hunger in a healthy way. Aim to fill half of your plate with fruits or vegetables at each meal. For example, you could have 2 cups of melon with your morning toast and eggs, a green salad with a bowl of minestrone soup at lunch, and 2 cups of mixed steamed vegetables with skinless chicken breast and brown rice for dinner. Eating low-fat dairy products as part of a reduced calorie diet has been shown to promote weight loss. Include 2 to 3 servings of low-fat milk, yogurt, or cheese in your daily diet. For example, you could have 8  fl oz (240 mL) of 1% milk with your morning bowl of cereal, have a slice of low-fat cheese on a turkey sandwich at lunch, or enjoy ½ cup (120 g) of low-fat cottage cheese with your pasta and marinara sauce for dinner. The capsaicin in spicy foods helps to rev up your metabolism, which might help you to lose weight and keep it off. Include hot peppers, salsa, and spices made from chilies to incorporate more capsaicin in your diet. For example, you could sauté a couple of jalapenos with onions as a starter...

TL;DR in English: Track what you eat with a food diary or app. Eat 2 to 3 servings of fruits and vegetables at every meal. Include 2 to 3 daily servings of low-fat dairy. Eat spicy foods for increased metabolism. Swap high-calorie foods for lower calorie options. Try intermittent fasting
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Wear clothes that make you feel confident. This will vary depending on the situation you're in. If you're in a formal setting, you should dress up in a suit or a formal dress and nice shoes. If you're in a more casual environment, wear whatever clothes make you feel confident and comfortable. Regardless of the setting, clean, wrinkle-free clothing will always make a good impression. Make sure that you groom your hair and bathe before you go to a networking or social event. If you have bad breath or you smell bad, people won't want to be around you. Brush your teeth, chew gum, or eat breath mints to prevent bad breath. You can wear underarm deodorant or perfume to smell good. Make sure that you know what the event is and who will be there. This will give you an idea of the type of conversations you might be having and the people you should target. You'll most likely want to talk to people in your field of work or study, or people that can help advance your career. If you can get a hold of a guest list, you should do some research on the web on the people who will be there. Don't put others down, ridicule others, or talk about how you're better than others. This comes off as arrogant and will give off a bad impression. Instead, act like you're sure of yourself and your abilities but don't talk about it constantly.

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. Don’t cut your grass too short. Use mulch on your garden to retain moisture. Use a bucket as opposed to a hose to wash your car. Don’

Make sure you have all of your supplies. Bring decorative supplies. Come with things to pass out to your class.

You can download the software from the Visual Studio website. You will be required to sign in to your Hotmail or Live account, if you have one. If you don't have an account, you can create one. The specific software version you have requested will be listed under "Your Selection". Click on it to begin the download.

TL;DR in English: Download Visual Studio Express 2013. Sign in to your Hotmail / Live account. Click on your download.
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A striped or high-contrast, patterned tie won’t look good with an Eldredge knot. Because there are so many folds in the knot, a striped or patterned tie will just look like a jumbled mess. Solid colored ties are the best option for an Eldredge knot. Make sure you have your collar raised when you drape the tie around your neck. Let the tie hang so that the wide end is on your right and the narrow end is on your left. Make sure the seams are facing inward. Adjust the tie so that the wide end is hanging down where you want it when you finish. Most people prefer the tip of the tie to hang just above the waistline. Start by pinching the wide end with your left hand to make a dimple. Then, when pulling the narrow end across, try to make it as perpendicular to the wide end as you can, so that you end up with a cross shape. You don’t need to move the wide end of the tie when tying an Eldredge Knot. When wrapping the narrow end behind the wide end from right to left, make it as perpendicular to the wide end as you can. Pinching the spot where the narrow end crossed over the front of the wide end will help you keep the crossing tight. Practice in front of a mirror so you can see your progress from another angle.

TL;DR in English: Choose a plain tie for an Eldredge knot. Drape the tie around your open collar. Cross the narrow end over the front of the wide end. Wrap the narrow end around the back of the wide end.
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Before treating your carpet, remove any dried on spills, blot away wetness, and dab soap on noticeable stains. You want your carpet to be in its best state before treating the smell. The baking soda will work to neutralize the odors that are trapped in the carpet. You should create a thin coat of baking soda, so get a large box of baking soda for each room that you plan to treat. If it clumps in spots, use your hand to spread it out. You can also add Borax to baking soda for better results. Simply measure one part baking soda with one part Borax and mix well. Add a few drops of an essential oil if you'd like it to be scented. Then use as you would baking soda. The recommended wait time is several hours, but if you have really bad carpet odors, then you may want to let it sit overnight. Keep pets and children away from the area. Monitor your vacuum cleaner bag or canister because baking soda can quickly fill it. Empty it out as necessary. If baking soda alone doesn’t work, you can make your own deep cleaning treatment with 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) of hydrogen peroxide, ¼ cup (59 milliliters) of baking soda, 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) of liquid soap, and 1 quart (1 liter) of water. Mix the ingredients together in an open container. Test it on a hidden area of your carpet before using it on the whole carpet.  Use gloves when handling this treatment. DO NOT put a lid on the treatment once it’s mixed. Spraying is better because it provides an even coat, but remember to leave the nozzle open and avoid leaving unused treatment in a closed spray bottle. When pouring be careful not to saturate the carpet. Remember to wear your gloves, especially if you pour the treatment. The treatment needs time to work, so leave it untouched. While you want to ventilate the room, keep it secure from pets and children. If any wet areas remain, use an old or white towel to remove it. Let the remaining wetness air dry.

TL;DR in English: Treat soiled areas. Sprinkle baking soda onto the carpet. Let the baking soda sit. Vacuum up the baking soda. Apply a deep treatment. Pour or spray it on the carpet. Allow it to sit for 24 hours. Use a towel to soak up excess liquid.
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You might be very surprised to find out how much water you are actually using. By installing a water meter, you can raise your awareness and consequently reduce your water usage. If you already have a water meter, learn how to read it. Meters can be very helpful in detecting leaks - read the meter once, wait an hour or two without running any water, and read it again. If it has moved, something is leaking. There’s a way to keep your grass and plants healthy while also conserving water. Water areas that truly need it, and only when there hasn’t been enough rain.  The best time of day to do your watering is in the morning or evening so that the water doesn’t immediately evaporate, and don’t water on cool, rainy, or windy days. Water your garden with a watering can or use a trigger nozzle on your hose to prevent extra water usage. You can build a rainwater collection system to watch the rain and use it for watering your plants, lawn or garden. Check your local water rules first to make sure it's allowed. Water deeply but less often. This will encourage plants to grow deeper roots, so that they need water less frequently. Put a timer on your sprinkler and outdoor faucets/taps. Look for inexpensive, automatic timers that screw between the hose and the hose bib, or install a programmable timer on your sprinkler or drip system.  An automatic timer can also help you water at times of day when the water can be absorbed the best.  If you water something manually, set a kitchen timer before you turn the water on, or stay with the hose the whole time. Know how to adjust your sprinkler and irrigation timer settings for the seasons. Water less or not at all during wetter, cooler weather. Don't over-water, and don't water any faster than the soil can absorb the water. If water is running off the lawn onto the sidewalk, cut the watering time or divide it into two smaller segments to allow time for the water to absorb. If you have irrigation on timers, make sure you monitor it from time to time. Fix broken sprinkler heads and...

TL;DR in English: Install a water meter. Use smart watering tactics on your yard and plants. Time your water usage. Maintain your sprinklers and irrigation. Don’t cut your grass too short. Use mulch on your garden to retain moisture. Use a bucket as opposed to a hose to wash your car. Don't wash the driveway or sidewalk with a hose. Cover your swimming pool. Use grey water to flush your toilet or water your lawn.
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Class will be much more stressful if you don’t bring everything you’re supposed to. Make sure to bring your textbooks, pencils, homework, paper, and anything else you will need to be prepared.  It’s easier to have fun in class when there is no unnecessary stress. Being prepared for class will also show your teacher your seriousness about the subject, which can improve relations, and in turn, make class more enjoyable for both parties. Bring a few extra pens and paper to lend out to other students who may have forgotten their supplies. Personalizing your supplies and locker can make class more enjoyable. Cover your folders with stickers or drawings. Bring cute erasers for the tops of your pencils.  Put pictures of your friends and family into binders. Add any decoration that you enjoy looking at, as long as it’s allowed in the classroom. You can also ask your teacher if it’s possible to help decorate the classroom for holidays like Halloween and Valentine’s Day. It’s not likely that this is something you can do regularly, but occasionally bringing things to pass out to class can liven the mood. First, ask the permission of your teacher. If it’s okay with them, you can bake cookies to pass out to your classmates, or bring another snack that can be enjoyed by everyone. Coordinate with your friends to take turns bringing treats to class.  Ask your classmates if anyone has any food allergies before choosing a treat to bring. Bring healthy snacks like banana bread and popcorn cups.

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Feed geese leafy greens. Feed geese other acceptable foods. Do not feed geese processed foods. Do not feed geese dairy products. Feed geese bite-sized portions.

Crack the eggs you wish to freeze and pour the whites into a freezer-safe airtight container. Sift out the yolks—these should be placed in a separate container. Take care not to puncture the yolks while cracking and sifting the eggs.  Protect separated egg yolks by refrigerating them in a bowl cold water.  Storing the white and yolks separately will make them easier to use as needed in culinary projects. Alternately, you can just as easily freeze whole eggs without the need to separate them first. Simply whip the eggs until they’re completely integrated, then transfer them to the freezing container. When properly frozen, whole eggs will usually stay fresh for up to a year. Freezing eggs whole can be a more space-effective storage solution. Eggs yolks have a tendency to harden into a thick gel when frozen. You can avoid this by mixing in a small amount of salt or sugar, which will keep the yolks from congealing. These additives make it more difficult for the proteins in the yolks to bond and solidify in low temperatures.  Generally, you should aim to incorporate about ⅛  teaspoon of salt and 1 ½ teaspoons of sugar for every ¼ cup of eggs (about four large eggs).  Use salt for eggs that are destined for savory dishes and sugar for those that will go into desserts and other sweet confections. As previously mentioned, the container you choose to freeze eggs should be one with a lid that makes it completely airtight. Otherwise, moisture may enter or escape from the container, potentially ruining the eggs. A lidded piece of Tupperware or similar container will work best for this purpose.  If you happen to run low on spare storage containers, you can portion the yolks or white into an ordinary ice cube tray.  Freezer bags aren’t recommended, as they can easily burst and create a mess. Should you be forced to use a freezer bag, make sure it’s securely sealed and that you’ve pressed out all excess air before closing it.

TL;DR in English: Separate the whites from the yolks. Beat the eggs together. Add a pinch of sugar or salt. Freeze in an airtight container.
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Many bad investments involve unregistered securities. These include stocks, bonds, hedge funds and more. Do your research. In the U.S., you can check with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to see if something is a registered investment. The contact information is as follows:  North American Securities Administrators Association or (202) 737-0900. You can also check the website at: https://www.sec.gov/.  Ask the promoters of an investment if they are licensed to sell that type of investment. Contact a state commission office, a state's Secretary of State, a Corporations Commission or  Securities Commission. A business should be registered with one of these entities. Stay away from investments with no documentation. That is a sign that it may be unregistered. If a person is pressuring you into investing as soon as possible, beware. It is not common practice for legitimate brokers or other people who help investors to be aggressive in their sales practices. People who push too hard may have a hidden agenda.  Remember to be cautious when considering any investment. Once you give someone your money, you may not get it back. Make sure the salesperson and the company or firm he represents have never had any problems with criminal activity. Make sure both have a clean record. You don’t want to be involved with people or companies that don’t have a good reputation. They have not done business “by the books” in the past, they probably won’t when it comes to handling your money. Remember that people operate under aliases. It is important to find out someone’s true identity. Do not trust the claim that a number of seemingly reputable people have already invested money. This is a tactic used to get you to feel that you can invest safely because others have already done so. People who use this tactic will also tell you that these people are making money off of their investments. Here, an offer of a favor like selling to you at a lower price is made in exchange for you to buy now. You need to ask yourself why...

TL;DR in English: Check to see if a product is registered. Avoid pushy salespeople. Check for a criminal record. Take note when the investments of others are mentioned. Pay attention to offers to do something to get you to invest. Do not fall for the urgency tactic. Be suspicious of someone claiming to be of significant importance.
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Top, down, starting with hair. Shampoo/condition once every two days. Shampooing every day dries out the hair, which we all know results in dry, frizzing hair! Use systems made specifically for certain hair types: wavy, straight, curly, dry, frizzy, dyed, etc. Also use glossing spray, shine serum, anti-frizz serum, and styling wax or hair styling mousse. Note: If your hair looks glossy because it's greasy, that's totally different, and it may need to be washed. Your hair needs to look adorable every single day. Experiment to see what works with your face and style. You may be sporty, which may seem like it calls for a ponytail. But come on, a ponytail every day? No way! Try having your clique wear the same style as you to look extra trendy. Also, if you have curly hair, straighten it every once in a while! (and vice versa, of course!) However, don't get into the habit of using damaging hair tools! Curl your hair, or scrunch it! It looks so cute, and gives you beachy waves if done right! If you are having trouble finding styles, YouTube is a great place to start. Use cute accessories to make your clique look even better. Make sure the colors don't clash with your outfit, but don't be too matchy matchy. You want to look cute and put together, but not "my Mommy picked out my outfit and bought me my multi-colored hair scrunchies so each outfit would match a scrunchy!" That's just... no. Please, never. Zits are a part of growing up. Don't scratch, pick, or pop your pimples. That just makes them even more red! Make sure you wash your face every day, and use appropriate cleansers/creams if necessary. Only you know your skin's needs, so answer their calls! To cover up the pimples, find a match of your skin color and do your best to conceal them. Red faces look awful. If you have a gross pimple, and the only thing you can do is pop it, do it on Friday, so it has the weekend to heal. Proactive works quite well. Only a few days and if you don't have zits, Proactive also prevents acne. Makeup. Never overdo it. Make it...

TL;DR in English: Make the most of your hair and face. Take care of your skin. Work on your body. Don't change too quickly. Make your outfit amazing every day. Be up to date on news.
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Different breeds have different sizes, conformations, egg production rates, fertility, hatchability, feed consumption and productive lifetimes. Research your breed to find the expected characteristics of your ducks. Keep track of your ducks through proper identification. In a small group you may recognize individual ducks but if you cannot, it may be helpful to use wing or leg bands to mark individual birds. Trap nests are designed so that ducks can go in but cannot come out until released. This way you can record the identity of the duck and whether or not it laid an egg. Keep track of the number of eggs a duck lays, the number of ducklings hatched by a particular duck, the number of ducklings which were then marketed for sale or after butchering and the age of those ducklings when they reached  suitable weight for slaughter. All this information will help to choose the most effective and productive ducks to breed for production. Breeders should have sound bones, straight toes and tight, well-fitting scales on the feet. Breeders should not have crooked breast bones or split wings. Younger ducks will have bright colors on their legs and bills, a pliable, gristly breastbone and a soft and easily dented windpipe. Older ducks will have dull legs and bills with hardening of the skin, a hard breastbone and strong windpipe. Breeders should not have been treated for any major diseases. Breeders must be healthy with thick sleek feathers, bright eyes, dry nostrils and plentiful tail furnishings (according to the breed). The main factor when selecting breeders should be weight as this is highly heritable. Do not allow ducks to mate who display deformities, abnormal size or other defects. After weight you should consider the other factors that you have recorded such as number of eggs laid and ducklings hatched.

TL;DR in English: Do research on your breed. Develop a system of identification for your ducks. Use trap nests to record when eggs are laid. Record information regarding individual ducks. Select ducks with good conformation according to their breed. Select young and vigorous breeders. Choose breeders mainly based on weight.
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The goose’s natural diet is heavy in tender grasses plants. In winter months, especially, the vegetation geese need for a healthy diet is rare.  Giving them spinach, lettuce, alfalfa sprouts, and chard will keep them happy and healthy.  Geese may find other vegetables like carrots, green beans, and celery amenable as well. Veggies like broccoli and potatoes make geese happy too, but may need to be steamed and fed in a warm (not hot) state before the geese can digest them. Whole grain breads, whole oats, lentils, brown rice, small seeds, and split peas are some of the foods geese enjoy.  Additionally, unprocessed popcorn (free of additives, salt, and butter) and small seeds like sunflower seeds make good snacks for geese.  You can also feed geese foods that occur naturally in their environment such as small fish, mollusks, and crustaceans.  Assorted vegetable/fruit scraps are also welcome. Geese do not like alfalfa and cannot eat raw potato peelings. If we, as humans, shouldn’t eat it, geese definitely shouldn’t eat it.  Things like white bread, candy, junk food, fast food, chips, and anything with high levels of salt, sugar, and fat should not be fed to geese. Young geese (less than 6 weeks old) who are given high-protein or carb-heavy foods regularly may develop angel wing, a condition which causes their wings to develop in an unnatural way and inhibits their ability to fly. Avoid feeding geese milk, yogurt, or baked goods containing milk.  Geese are lactose intolerant.  Consumption of dairy may lead to diarrhea and dehydration, which could in turn lead to death. Do not give food to geese in portions too large for them to swallow.  Their throats are much smaller than ours and they have no teeth with which to chew their food, so it is important that you provide food in bits no bigger than one to two square inches.

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Locate your itinerary number in your Expedia confirmation email. Click “My Trips” on https://www.expedia.com. Sign into your account. Click “Upcoming Trips” tab and click on your hotel booking. Click “Cancel Room” on the right-hand side of the screen. Finalize the cancellation by clicking “Cancel This Room.

Doing so will help you fully appreciate how far your wires will need to stretch, allowing you to adjust the speakers as needed before you connect everything. If you're connecting more than two speakers, you'll need to connect the speakers to each other with speaker wire before proceeding. Skip this step if you're connecting a soundbar. To attach your speakers to the receiver:  Connect the white RCA cable to the white port on the back of the left speaker, then plug it into a white port on the back of the receiver. Connect the red RCA cable to the red port on the back of the right speaker, then plug it into a red port below or next to the white port on the back of the receiver. If you're setting up a soundbar or subwoofer, you'll need to attach the power cable that came with the speaker(s) to the back, side, or front of the speaker in question and then plug the other end into a power source (e.g., a wall outlet or a surge protector). Plug one end of the receiver's optical or HDMI cable into the appropriately labeled port on the back of the receiver, then plug the other end of the cable into the optical or HDMI port on your TV.  If your receiver is old enough, you may end up using RCA cables to attach it to the TV instead. If you're using an adapter (e.g., for a headphone jack), plug it into your TV before connecting the other ends of the cables here. This can be a wall socket or a surge protector. Make sure that the power cable is firmly attached to both the power outlet and the receiver. Your stereo system is now all set up. You may have to change your TV's audio output to use the speakers. This is usually accomplished by pressing the Menu button on your TV or remote, navigating to the "Audio" section, and changing the default output from TV speakers to your current output (e.g., "HDMI").

TL;DR in English: Arrange your speakers around the room. Attach your speakers to the receiver. Plug your speakers into a power source if necessary. Connect your stereo receiver to your TV. Plug your stereo receiver into a power source. Plug back in your TV and turn it on.
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See Warnings. There's a reason it's called the prickly pear cactus.  Find pads that are bright green and firm. Small, young pads harvested in early spring are thought to be the most succulent, delicate in flavor, and have the fewest spines. The thicker a pad, the older it is. Older pads tend to be stringy and their sap will be thicker, which some people find unpleasant. Leave those for other species who use them as survival food during lean foraging seasons. The tender pads are sometimes sold as "baby nopales". If you're harvesting them yourself, wear extremely heavy gloves or use tongs. Snap the pads off the plant or cut at the stem. Cutting at the stem reduces stress on the pad, and allows the cactus to recover more quickly than snapping or tearing the pad away. This helps keep your cactus plant healthy for future harvests. Don't take off the gloves until the pads are completely rinsed and the peeled remnants are cleared. The pads not only have large spines, but there are also tiny, invisible and far more irritating spines called glochids that are extremely difficult to remove from the skin.  The spines and glochids can also be removed from the prickly pear pads by burning them off with a small torch or by placing the pad on a gas burner and turning it with tongs. See Warnings. Peel or cut off any discolorations or bruises.  . They can be either boiled or grilled, as well as mixed with other ingredients to make unique, satisfying and healthy dishes.  If you boil the nopales, you may sometimes have to drain and re-boil them once or twice, depending on how thick the sap is. The thicker the pad, the thicker the sap. Boiling them with a copper coin (an old Mexican "veinte") is a common remedy to thin the sap and make it more palatable to unaccustomed diners. The boiled nopales are then drained, washed off with cold water and served as a salad with finely diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro and jalapeños and seasoned with vinegar, salt and lime juice. If you grill the nopales, you might want to coat generously with...

TL;DR in English: Buy or forage some prickly pear pads. Remove the spines from the pad by using a vegetable peeler or a paring knife. Run the pad under cool water. Slice or cut the pads (wipe the knife blade after each slice, as there can be small spines sticking to it), or leave them whole, depending on what you will be using the nopales for. Cook the nopales
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If you have cable or fiberoptic internet, you will need to connect a coaxial cable to the wall outlet you get internet through.  If you have a DSL modem, you will need to connect a phone line to a wall port for your phone. Connect the other end of the coaxial cable or phone line to the proper port on your modem. This allows your modem to receive internet. Locate the AC adapter port on your modem and connect the AC adapter to your modem. This will power on your modem. If your modem doesn't power on immediately, locate a power switch on your modem and power it on. This port is used to connect other devices to your modem. Use the other end of the Ethernet cable to connect to the port labeled "WAN", "Internet", or something similar.  It's most likely located next to the four colored "LAN" ports on the router. Locate the AC adapter port on the router and connect the AC adapter to the router. Your router will most likely power up on its own.  Allow a few minutes for it to fully boot up. Connect the Ethernet cable to one of the ports labeled "LAN". Locate an open LAN port on your laptop or desktop computer and connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to your computer. This indicates that the devices have been properly connected to one another. The way the lights light up is going to be different from one router make and model to another. Consult the user's manual or manufacturer's web page for more information. If you are properly connected to the internet, you should be able to browse the internet using a web browser. This connects to the web interface for the router.  The router's default IP address is going to be different depending on the make and model of the router.  Consult the user's manual or manufacturer's web page to find out what the default IP address is for your router. Common default IP addresses include 192.168.0.1, 192.168.1.1 and 10.0.0.1 You will need to sign in to the router using the default username and password.  Consult the user's manual or manufacturer's website to find the default...

TL;DR in English: Connect the proper internet cable to the wall outlet. Connect the other of the internet wire to your modem. Connect the modem’s power cord to your modem. Plug the modem’s power cord into a nearby electrical outlet. Power on your modem. Connect an Ethernet cable to the "Ethernet" port on your modem. Connect the other end of the cable to the router. Connect the router’s power cord to your router. Plug the router’s power cord into a nearby electrical outlet. Connect the second Ethernet cable to the router. Connect the Ethernet cable to your computer. Verify that the lights on your modem and router are lit up. Open a web browser. Type the router's IP address in the address bar. Enter the default username and password. Update the router's firmware
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Your professors will play an important role in your medical school experience, and will also be important for landing a position in a good residency program. This is because they are often the ones responsible for writing letters of recommendation. Put your best foot forward in medical school so that your letters of recommendation will be favorable.  These professors will also act as mentors, and the relationship you have with them largely depends on how you use that relationship. If you don’t take an interest in building a professional relationship with your professors, then they won’t either. You will be continually challenged in medical school. This is because professors want to see who is cut out to become a doctor and who isn’t. You will need to study the information you are learning very hard so that you can put that knowledge to use without supervision. During your first two years of medical school, you will be required to take the first of three steps towards becoming licensed. There are two different types of licensure examinations offered in the United States: the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) and the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX). The USMLE is required for licensure for medical students attending medical schools that confer a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree but may also be taken by medical students attending medical schools that offer a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree. The COMLEX is required for licensure of DO medical students. Both examinations are taken in three stages (known as levels or steps). The first stage of each series of exams is very rigorous and includes 8-9 hours of testing on about 300 questions. This test examines your basic understanding of science and how it is applied to practicing medicine.  It is important that you study extensively for this examination. Be sure to take full advantage of any study materials available to you. You can find practice materials for each step of the examination process on the...

TL;DR in English: Maintain a good relationship with professors. Prepare for the first step of your licensure examinations. Look for rotations in cardiology. Prepare for the second step of your licensure examinations. Get involved in all your school has to offer. Complete an internal medicine residency. Take the last step of USMLE and/or COMLEX. Complete a cardiology fellowship. Choose a specialty.
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When you booked the hotel reservation, you should have received an email from Expedia that lists your reservation details and itinerary number. Have this email ready to make it easier to cancel your reservation. The “My Trips” link will be on the top right of the Expedia homepage. Clicking the link will bring you to a sign-in page that will allow you to access your vacation details. Use the email address and password that you used to book the flight to log into your account. You can also use your email address and itinerary number if you don’t remember the password that you created. Click “Submit” to log into your account and view your itineraries. Find your hotel reservation in the “Upcoming Trips” tab. Once you find it, click it to view the details of your reservation.  Read your itinerary to see if it’s refundable or a non-refundable. This will let you know whether you can get your money back. Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline. If you have a non-refundable reservations, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period. Read the "Terms of Service" to get the exact details for your reservation. Once you access the itinerary for the reservation, there should be 2 options on the right side of the screen to cancel or change your reservation. Click “Cancel Room” to go to the room cancellation page.  Click “Change” to change details of your reservation instead of canceling. Contact the hotel directly to make certain changes like smoking preference, bed type, or handicap access. ” Pressing the yellow “Cancel This Room” button on the right side of the screen will finalize your cancellation. Once you click it, you’ll be brought to a page that will display the details of your cancellation. It may take up to 7 business days for the refund to be transferred to your account.

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