Learn the rules of the school. Do what your teachers say. Do your homework and try to do well in school. Make sure you’re placed in the right grade. Tell your parents about what went well at school.

This is in the lower left corner of the screen. You can also hit ⊞ Win to perform this without the mouse.    Checked indicates that the service is enabled, while unchecked indicates it is disabled. You can click Disable All to prevent all startup programs at once. This will save your changes and close the window. The deselected items will no longer launch on startup. You can also click Apply to save the changes without closing the window.

TL;DR in English: Click the Start button. Type "msconfig". Hit ↵ Enter. Click the Startup tab. Click the checkbox next program or service from the list. Click OK.
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While she is decompressing go ahead and put the finishing touches on the setup. Light the candles and turn on the music. Wait until she is ready to do any of this. If you do this before she has arrived she may not feel she can de-stress. Furthermore you don't want to leave the candles unattended since they can catch other items on fire. When she is ready for the massage she will likely do this naturally. If she is uncomfortable with taking off her bra for this you may allow her to lie down before unfastening the strap. Let her know that oil may get on her bra if she does not remove it after lying down. Unless you are used to spreading oil on skin, start by applying the oil to your hands. Then rub your hands on her back. If you seem to need more, put more on your hands and repeat. Do this until your hands slide effortlessly up and down her back. Be sure to get her shoulders, neck, and sides. Herein lies much of her stress. Start by cupping your hands over her shoulders. Gently squeeze your hands to put pressure on the muscles in her shoulders. Apply pressure evenly with your fingers as you massage the muscles. Avoid the collar bone and move left and right from neck to arms and back.  One technique is to place your thumb on the back of her shoulder for pressure. While keeping the fingers in the same place, move the thumb across her back and toward her neck with each squeeze. Reposition your fingers and hand periodically to ensure a complete massage. Don't forget the neck and the upper arms. With the neck, simply massage the back and sides gently with your fingertips and thumbs. With the upper arms you will come almost entirely off the shoulder and knead the upper arm. Apply equal pressure with your fingers and thumb and allow your hand to slip away from the arm with each squeeze. After massaging her shoulders, move to her back. Place your open hands on each side of her back. with the tips of your fingers and thumbs, begin making small circular movements while slightly opening and closing your hand. As you move...

TL;DR in English: Take time to put the starting touches on the massage area. Have her remove her top and bra and lie face down. Apply oil to your hands and her back. Start by massaging her shoulders. Knead the sides of the back with your thumbs and fingers. Slide your hand up and down the sides of her back. Use your body's weight for pressure.
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Every school has its own set of rules that help students stay safe and learn well. You may need a hall pass to use the bathroom during class, for example. Learning the rules of the school will help you adjust and will keep you out of trouble. When you are starting a new school, you should follow your teachers' instructions very closely. You don’t need to be a brown-noser, but making a good impression with your teachers will go a long way to making a positive adjustment to a new school. Keeping up with your homework and making a solid effort to do well in school will help with your adjustment. You are already under enough stress with adjusting to a new school that you don’t want to add more stress with poor grades. When you move to a new school, your education so far is assessed and you are placed in your grade. Almost all of the time, this will mean that you are placed in the grade you are expecting (for example, if you left your old school in 4th grade and you’re moving over the summer, you’ll start in 5th grade). If you are in high school, meet with a school counselor to make sure you are on track with prerequisites and graduation requirements. When you are adjusting to a new school, you might feel lonely or shy. But every day, there are good things that happen, even if they are minor. Telling your parents about these things can help you realize that you are getting used to your school. Examples include: getting a good score on a test, saying hello to someone new, scoring a goal in PE, and so on.

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Remove the iron-on patch from the concrete. If you have a piece of the iron-on patch, remove it from the concrete. If you have a piece of the iron-on patch, remove it from the concrete. If you have a piece of the iron-on patch, remove it from the concrete.

Prepare the hole you are going to patch. Place a piece of scrap denim on the other side of the hole.

Random branch evergreens like junipers, arborvitae, yews, and hemlocks usually sprout new branches with flat needles during the spring. You can prune them for size once or twice annually, but you should leave behind at least one-third of new growth during each pruning.  The needles on areas of new growth tend to be softer and lighter in color. Leaving some new growth behind is beneficial for the health of the evergreen. As the name indicates, random branch evergreens grow in less naturally-structured shapes than do pines, spruces, or firs. This means you may want to be a bit more aggressive in shaping them to suit your aesthetic preferences.  You can shear random branch evergreens several (e.g., 2-3) times during the spring and summer, if you wish. However, as you shear and prune for shape, make sure to leave behind some of the new growth. Random branch evergreens don’t need to be shaped, and will do just fine if you let them grow naturally. Most random branch evergreens develop an area in the center where there are no needles, due to the lack of sunlight. If you prune back to this “dead zone,” new growth will not occur there and you’ll end up with a bare patch. When pruning for size or shape, work with what you have instead of trying to force your evergreen into a specific look. For instance, try to find the beauty in the “randomness” of your upright juniper!

TL;DR in English: Remove up to two-thirds of new growth to control their size. Prune or shear them for shape in spring and summer. Don’t prune them back to the “dead zone” in the middle.
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Integral dye is usually separated into a pre-weighed container intended for a specific amount of concrete (like a cubic yard). To more easily and completely distribute the dye, transfer it from its container to a plain paper bag. Prevent dye from escaping the bag by rolling or folding its top closed.  Pouring dye straight from its container into a mixer can be difficult and result in lost dye. Once in a paper bag, the bag and dye can be tossed into the mixer together because the paper will dissolve in the cement. To limit contamination, avoid using paper bags with any ink. Although unlikely, ink from labels or lettering could slightly alter the color of the integral dye. This is especially important if you'll be adding a large amount of dye to the concrete. Dye can cause concrete to thicken, so you may want to add a little more water to the mixer before putting in the dye. Try to get the consistency of your concrete as perfect as possible before adding the dye. Once you add the dye, avoid adding more water. Adding water can noticeably lighten the concrete's color. Set your concrete mixer to its max speed and toss the dye bag inside. Dye should distribute with concrete in a mixer for about 15 minutes at the max mixing speed or for about 130 revolutions of the mixer.  After your dye is finished mixing, you'll be ready to pour the concrete into your forms. The whole batch of concrete should be dyed one consistent color throughout. When pouring the concrete, keep an eye out for any large pieces of paper bag. Although rare, sometimes pieces of the bag do not dissolve. Simply fish out these pieces and throw them away. Check a weather report before attempting to pour integrally dyed concrete. If water splashes on its surface before it finishes curing, the color may lighten or change. Covering dyed concrete before it fully cures can also significantly alter its final color.

TL;DR in English: Transfer the dye to a plain paper bag. Check the consistency of the concrete. Insert the dye bag into the concrete mixer. Avoid dyeing in rainy weather.
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Another easy alternative to sewing in a patch is to get an iron-on patch and use that instead. As always, begin by cutting away excess threads so the hole is clear, before turning your jeans inside out and preparing the patch you are going to iron on to your jeans. Measure the hole with a tape measure and cut the patch to size ensuring that there is a clearance of at least ½ inch around the hole.  You can measure this by eye, but by using a tape measure, you are less likely to get it wrong and end up wasting a patch by cutting it too small. Cutting rounded corners on the patch will help prevent it peeling up. Whether you are adding the patch to the outside or the inside of the jeans, using a scrap of denim on the opposite side to the patch will prevent the patch sticking to the other side of the jeans and potentially sticking the two sides together. This could seal your jeans shut and you might damage them if you then have to tear the leg open again.

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Open WeChat on your iPhone or iPad. Tap Me. Tap Settings. Tap General. Tap Chat Log Migration. Tap Select Chat History. Select chats to back up. Tap Next. Sign in to WeChat on the other phone or tablet. Scan the QR code with the new phone or tablet.

For the hash browns, you'll need 3 medium russet potatoes. Use a vegetable peeler to remove the skin, and grate the potatoes with a box grater so they're shredded.  You can substitute sweet potatoes for the russet potatoes if you prefer. If you prefer, you can leave the skin on the potatoes. You can also use a shredder attachment on your food processor to grate the potatoes. If you want your hash browns to be extra crispy, soak the potatoes in cold water after shredding them to help release some of the starch. Drain them well, and pat dry with paper towel before you cook them, though. Place a large skillet on the stove, and turn the burner to medium-high. Allow the pan to heat for 5 to 7 minutes or until it is hot. For the best results, use a cast-iron skillet to make the hash browns. Once the skillet is hot, add 2 tablespoons (26 g) of coconut oil, ¼ cup (40 g) of finely diced yellow onion, and ⅓ cup (60 g) of finely diced red bell pepper. Allow the mixture to cook for about 1 minute to heat it through.  You can substitute ghee for the coconut oil if you prefer. If you like, you can use a combination of red and yellow bell peppers. After you've cooked the onion and peppers for a minute, add the shredded potatoes to the skillet. Allow the mixture to cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the edges begin to brown. Be sure to spread the potatoes in an even layer across the skillet so they cook properly. When the hash browns have cooked for several minutes, use a wide spatula to begin flipping the potato mixture over. Work section by section until you've turned all of it over, and allow the hash browns to cook until they are golden brown, which should take approximately 5 to 7 minutes. You may need to flip the potatoes over more than once to cook them properly on both sides. When the hash browns are finished cooking, use the spatula to carefully lift them out of the skillet. Place them on a platter, and serve with your favorite breakfast foods.  The recipes makes 4 to 5 servings of hash browns. Store leftover hash...

TL;DR in English: Peel and grate the potatoes. Heat a large skillet. Add the oil, onions and peppers and saute briefly. Mix in the shredded potatoes and cook them for several minutes. Flip the potatoes over in sections and cook on the other side until golden brown. Transfer the potatoes to a dish and serve.
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Making a jelly roll quilt is easy, but it does require some special materials. To make a jelly roll quilt, you will need:  a jelly roll quilt strip roll (you can find one in any craft store) a sewing machine plenty of thread scissors a tape measure backing material batting for the inside of your quilt safety pins straight pins iron (optional)

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It's the green icon with two overlapping white chat bubbles. You'll usually find it on the home screen. This method teaches you how to back up your WeChat conversations to another phone or tablet. Be sure to have the other phone or tablet handy. It's at the bottom-right corner of the screen.   It's near the bottom of the menu. Now you'll see a list of all of your chats. If you'd like to back up all of your conversations, tap Select All at the bottom of the list. Now you'll see a QR code. You'll need to scan this code with the other phone or tablet to complete the migration. Use the same account you used to sign in on the current iPhone or iPad. Make sure both phones or tablets are connected to the same WiFi network. This is the final step in the migration. Here's how to scan the code:  Tap Me at the bottom-right corner of the screen. Tap + at the top of the screen. Tap Scan QR Code. Align the QR code into the viewfinder. Once the code is captured, a button that says “Done” will appear at the bottom of the screen. Tap Done. Your conversations will now back up to the new phone or tablet.

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Make sure the air is cool. If you're not sure what the air is, you can use a dew point calculator to calculate the air temperature. If you're not sure what the air is, you can use a dew point calculator to calculate the air temperature. If you're not sure what the air is

Read some existing nature poetry. Spend time in nature. Write your observations.

Anytime you're connecting or disconnecting an effects pedal, you need to cut the power to everything in the chain. While the power cables can and should be plugged in to each separate unit, the units themselves should be switched off. Make sure the amp and each pedal are switched off when you connect them.  There is one exception to this rule though - if you are using a tube or valve amp.  In this case, you want to keep the amp turned on but put the amp in standby mode using the standby switch.  Trying to connect live circuits can result in shorts, as well as loud pops and feedback bursts that will come through the amp. It'll shorten the life of all the components in your rig. Don't do it. The biggest thing to avoid is powering on a pedal, connecting it, then powering on the amplifier. This is a fast-track to a short. To make sure the pedals and the amp are off before you connect them, you'll need to have them plugged in. Connect both your pedal and your amp to power and switch them on and off to make sure. Some guitar pedals will come with 9-volt A/C adapters, while others will be battery-operated, though most feature both options. For most guitar players, batteries are nice because it's one less thing to plug in, but are a hassle because batteries die and are expensive. Most pedals will have only two jacks, one labeled "Input," and another labeled "Output." These jacks are usually located on opposite sides of the pedal's body, depending on the unit, and are built to accept a standard quarter-inch (6 mm) audio cable. Locate the input and output jacks on the guitar pedal, then connect your guitar to the jack labeled "input." All the inputs and outputs can get confusing for the beginner. Remember: the audio signal is generated by your guitar's pickups, from where it travels to the amp through the cable. So, the guitar should always be connected to the input jack of the pedal, because this reflects the direction in which the signal travels. You play a sound on the guitar, then it travels “in” to the pedal,...

TL;DR in English: Turn everything off. Hook your amplifier and pedal up to power. Connect your guitar to the input jack. Connect the output jack on the pedal to the input of the amplifier. Turn the amplifier on first and set your levels. Turn down the effect knobs before switching it on. Experiment with the pedal. Always unplug cables when you're finished playing.
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Swamp coolers work best when the humidity outside is relatively low, making the dew point low. You can check the dew point on most weather apps and weather websites.  The dew point is the temperature at which the water in the air is evaporating and condensing at the same rate. You want a lower dew point because swamp coolers work by evaporating water in the air to cool the room down. The lower the dew point, the lower you can cool. Typically, you can cool down the air to 20 degrees above the dew point temperature without your home getting too humid.  You can also use a dew point calculator to calculate the dew point, such as this one: http://www.dpcalc.org/. You need to know the temperature and humidity. For swamp coolers to work, you need to let air out at the same rate that the swamp cooler is blowing air in. That way, humidity won't build up in your house, making it seem warmer than it actually is. Though opening windows seems counter-intuitive, it actually helps your swamp cooler work better.  You'll need 1 to 2 square feet (0.093 to 0.186 m2) of open window space per 1,000 cfm, which is the unit's cooling capacity. You don't want to open them too far because that lets in hot air.  The other option for ventilation is installing grills to the attic, if your attic has ventilation. To help direct the cool air where you want it, only open windows where you want the air to be cooler, as that will pull the cold air that direction. Keep the windows closed in areas you don't want to cool down. If the weather is nice outside but your house is a little warm, you can use most swamp coolers as a house-wide fan. Pick the vent-only option to cool down your house with outside air. Generally, swamp coolers have more than one speed. The higher speed will keep your home cooler, but the lower speed is more energy efficient. Pick the one that meets your needs.

TL;DR in English: Operate the cooler when the dew point is under 55 °F (13 °C). Let the air out by opening a window or two. Close windows in areas you don't want to cool. Use the fan option when the weather is nice. Change the speed to your preference.
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Great writers read extensively. Reading nature poetry that's already been published by successful poets can give you ideas, inspiration, and can open your eyes to what's possible in a nature poem.  A good place to find nature poetry is the Academy of American Poets website. You can search for poets, or use the website's filter to find all works categorized as nature poems.  Search for poems by poets known for their nature-based works. Gary Snyder, for example, is an American poet who's been writing about nature for much of his life. Romantic poets such as Percy Bysshe Shelley, Lord Byron, and John Keats are also known to include nature in their poetry.  Check your library for published books of nature poetry, anthologies, and nature-themed literary journals. If you're interested in writing a poem about nature, the best way to start is by going out into nature. Whether you go for a short walk, a long camping trip, or anything in between, getting outdoors will help you find inspiration and imagery.  In contemporary times, nature takes many forms. You don't have to go out to the countryside or deep in a forest to find inspiration - try visiting an urban park if you can't get into the wilderness.  Consider seeking inspiration where the natural world meets the pavement. Even remote forests wouldn't be accessible without roads to lead you there - perhaps you can find something inspiring in that transitional zone. When you're out in nature (however you define it), you should begin to feel inspired or creative as you take in your surroundings. It's okay if it doesn't come to you right away - you can always analyze your thoughts/feelings later.  As you observe the natural world around you, begin by noticing what you see, hear, smell, and feel. Next, try to draw associations from the things you're observing. What do your observations remind you of in your own life? Why do you notice the things you do in nature? You can take another step back and consider where you first learned to interact with nature. Don't worry...

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Trust the North Star. Determine latitude from the North Star's location in the sky. Figure out where you want to go.

Under the Trackpad settings, make sure you are in the Point & Click tab. There are four options and a track speed slider included here.  The Macbook Pro's trackpad has two clicking options. Pressing down works like a button; your trackpad will click and feel as if you pressed a button. This is how you can click, but there is an option to simply tap lightly on the trackpad instead. If you want this option, look to see if it has been toggled (a blue check mark would be in the box next to it). The second option is called Secondary Click. This is similar to right-clicking. You can use the default option of just two fingers or a special option, which is offered in a drop-down box. The video on the right will show you how to use this option. The Look Up option is useful for when you need to define a certain word on a site. You hover over the word and tap three fingers at once to bring up the dictionary term. Three-finger drag is useful for quickly moving windows around on your screen while you are working. If you decide to use it, remember your cursor has to be on the window you want to move, and it must be a currently selected window. Tracking speed is how fast the cursor follows your movements. It's suggested to adjust the speed, as you feel necessary. Everyone is different—some like the cursor to be slower than their fingers, some like it to move faster than their fingers. Test a few speeds and adjust to how you feel.

TL;DR in English: Adjust the Point & Click settings.
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Once you have got some space to yourself, you can use this time to consider how you play a role in the other person’s silence. This is not placing the fault on you, but giving you the power to recognize and change any communication patterns that may lead you to this point.   As you reflect on your interactions with the person, try to find common patterns in your own behavior. For instance, your boyfriend was talking and you interrupted him because you assumed you knew what he was about to say. The silent treatment ensued shortly afterward. Your tendency to “predict” his thoughts could be causing frustration that prompts him to pull away. You can minimize your part in causing the silent treatment in this scenario by practicing active listening. Don’t cut in on your partner when they are talking. Give them time to fully express their message before you respond. Feeling manipulated can generate anger within you, which can push an already unhelpful interaction into dangerous territory. Recognize that it won’t do any good for your relationship to display anger. Use the space you get during the silent treatment to minimize the negative emotions you feel.   Try some relaxation techniques such as guided imagery, deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, or gentle stretching to reduce anger and promote calm.  If you need time to cool down, try taking a one hour break or even agree to table the conversation until the following day. Just don’t put it off for too long. When you effectively set boundaries in your relationships, you increase the chances of living according to your values. Whether the person giving the silent treatment is a parent, best friend, or lover, you can limit your own feelings getting hurt by this toxic relational pattern by developing personal boundaries.  Set boundaries by first thinking about how you want to be treated in your relationships, and what you will and will not accept from those around you. Once you have established these limits, share these expectations with your loved ones....

TL;DR in English: Identify your role in the silent treatment cycle. Reduce anger to avoid worsening the situation. Set personal boundaries. Perform self-care.
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The North Star is more reliable than a compass, which can be affected by environmental factors and periodic variations. If you can find north by locating the North Star and your compass tells you something different, follow the direction the North Star leads you. Where the North Star appears in the sky depends on your latitude. At the North Pole, the North Star appears directly overhead, but at the equator, it would appear on the horizon – both corresponding to the latitudes of the location. If you use the “fist” method and count how many “fists” the North Star appears over the horizon, that will give you your latitude. Remember that a “fist” counts as approximately 10 degrees for latitude. Use the North Star to guide you in a direction, or at the very least, to keep you from going in circles if you are lost. Think about where you are and which direction would be the most helpful, especially if you are lost in the wilderness and need to get back to civilization.  Once you have found the North Star, facing it will point you due north. If you face directly away from it, you'll be facing due south.  When you are facing the North Star, stretch your arms out to your sides. Your left hand will be pointing due west and your right hand will be pointing due east.

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Avoid the need for your friendships. Avoid the need for your friendships. Avoid the need for your friendships. Avoid the need for your friendships. Avoid the need for your friendships. Avoid the need for your friendships. Avoid the need for your friendships. Avoid the need for your friendships. Avoid the need for your friendships. Avoid

Choose your starter wisely. Have an HM Slave. Train your Pokémon to be at least lvl.

An epilator is made of many many tweezers that pluck out the hair, and can remove your hair for up to two weeks on average. Epilators are painful and more time consuming than shaving, but because it removes the entire hair follicle the results will last much longer. Instead of cutting the hair, an epilator has grooves and small indents where, as you run it up your body it grips the hair and pulls it out at the root. Epilators, however can cause a lot of problems with ingrown hairs - be sure to use a hair reduction cream like Depil or Vanish PFB after use. Epilators cannot reach into creases or wrinkles, but they may grab exposed skin painfully. Use one hand to pull your skin tight as you use it.  Wet epilation requires submerging the machine and skin underwater during use. Dry epilation requires clean, dry skin. Multiple passes and directions may be used to achieve best results by removing the most hair (not all hair grows in the same direction). If irritation occurs, apply an astringent/analgesics (such as Tend Skin) and follow up with lotion to soften and soothe skin.  Redness may appear for the first 24 hours following epilation. Plan to perform hair removal at least a day before scheduled events. Tweezing the hair can be very time consuming, especially if on a larger body part, however it is very effective in reducing and stopping hair growth on your face. Pulling hair out individually ensures that you are pulling the hair out from the root. While it can be painful, it is also the cheapest form of hair removal. You can't shave or 'wax' your eyebrows. Most people use a pair of tweezers to pull all the hairs out individually. Use a bright light to see all your eyebrow hairs.

TL;DR in English: Consider epilating. Pull your skin taut. Move the epilator across the skin in the direction opposite hair growth. Use tweezers for small areas of body hair. Pluck your eyebrows with tweezers.
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It can be too easy to discard old friendships in favor of your husband. But both partners in a marriage need to continue to cultivate and maintain friendships beyond the  one you share together. Friends are an important outlet for confiding in, for boosting your confidence, and for the ability to say things without reprisal. Don't give that up. Think about whether you have been spending more time with your friends than with him. He might be upset because you do have a better relationship with your friends than you do with him and share more of yourself with longtime friends than with your husband. Try to approach the issue from his perspective. He may be feeling threatened by the closeness you seem to experience with your friends. Reassure him that your friends not taking his place but are another source of balance in your life.Ask yourself if anything has changed in your situation. Have you or your husband changed jobs? Have you moved? How is your life different than an earlier time when your husband might not have felt so jealous? Think about how life changes affect both you and your partner.  "I know you’ve been feeling upset about all the time I spend with my friends, but you knew I had close friends when you married me. They aren’t you -- they’re just another link to my college years.” "Why do you think you’re getting so upset about the time I spend with my friends? I love to spend time with you, but my time with them is special, too. They have supported me through so much.” "Do you want to come out with me and my buddies and see what we do? I haven’t invited you because I thought you wouldn’t like it, but I’m happy to have you come so you can see you’re not missing out.” If your husband is newly jealous of you and your friends, you need to find out why. If nothing for you has changed, what is going on in his life that might have caused this?  "It never used to bother you when I went out on Thursdays. What happened?” "I’m worried about you being jealous of me going out with my friends. You always told me...

TL;DR in English: Accept the need for your friendships. Explore the balance between your husband and your friends. Talk to your husband openly and honestly. Discuss the underlying issues. Ask your husband for his ideas. Schedule time with care.
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Turtwig evolves into Torterra, which is good at attack and defense but horrible at its special attack. However, it can learn Dark-type moves like Bite and Crunch, which could save one of your Pokémon slots as you do not need a Dark-type. Chimchar evolves into Infernape which is a decent Pokémon. Piplup evolves into Empoleon which is a Steel and Water-type. A good mixture of types as being a Water-type, Fire-type moves would not be super effective even though it is a Steel-type. Do not use an HM and ruin a Pokémon with a good moveset. Instead get another Pokémon that is pretty much useless to be an "HM slave". It is recommended that you choose Bidoof, which evolves into Bibarel, as it can learn most of the HM except Fly and Rock Climb. 65-70 so you can get pass the Elite Four much easier.

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Identify and treat heat exhaustion. Recover from heat exhaustion. Identify and treat heat exhaustion. Learn the signs of heat exhaustion.

Take inventory of your body. Ask about whether you have any range of motion restrictions. Try swimming if you have joint problems. Be active if you’ve survived cancer. Take it really slow if you’ve had a cardiac event. Monitor your blood sugar if you have diabetes.

If you find mature termites, there are probably larvae somewhere in the colony. While there are a few different types of adult termite, you can typically identify them by their pale, soft bodies. Worker and nymph termites look like larger versions of the larvae while soldiers have a dark, hardened head. Only the reproductive termites that lay eggs have wings. While you may need a professional exterminator to find most termites, you can do a basic check inspection to see if you can notice any signs of infestation. Start by inspecting window sills, window and door frames, support beams, and places where concrete structures join wooden ones. You should also check in the basement, in crawl spaces, under the porch, and anywhere that moisture is present. Use a flashlight to peer into cracks and dark spaces. Note that termites often live deep within the walls, and they can infest a home for years without being noticed. Just because there are no external signs of termites does not mean that you do not have them. Using a screwdriver, gently tap the wood or surface of a wall. Listen for any hollow or rustling noises coming from inside the wood. This may indicate that there is something living inside the wood. Termites may build mud tubes to travel between areas of their colony. These may look like branches or lines of mud crawling up the wall or foundation. You can break a tube open to see if there are any termites inside. Note that if a tube is empty, it may still mean that there are termites elsewhere in the building. Termites can live deep within a structure, and they often keep their larvae within the most protected parts of their nest. To measure the extent of the problem, you should consult with a professional pest control company. They will be able to tell you if you have termites or another pest. They can also identify the larvae for you.  Contract a reputable company and explore a liquid barrier treatment or the installation of termite bait stations. If there are any areas where moisture is building up, they...

TL;DR in English: Identify adult termites. Inspect areas where termites live. Listen to the walls. Break open mud tubes. Hire an exterminator.
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A heat rash is a rash or irritation of the skin that usually accompanies excessive sweating. If you're prone to sweating, you may experience a heat rash in any climate, though hot and/or humid weather is more likely to cause a heat rash in some individuals. Heat rash typically looks like a cluster of red pimples or a series of small blisters, and it most commonly afflicts the neck, upper chest, groin, the undersides of breasts, and the creases of elbows.  Avoid tight-fitting clothing if you believe you might be prone to heat rash. Instead, opt for loose-fitting clothes that are appropriate for the environment you're in.  If you experience heat rash, it's important to keep your skin clean and cool. Bathe or shower in cool or cold water using a soap that won't dry out your skin. When you get out of the bath/shower, let your skin air-dry instead of using a towel.  You can treat heat rash with over-the-counter ointments and creams like calamine lotion and anhydrous lanolin. In severe cases, a doctor might recommend topical steroids. Heat cramps are usually marked by sudden pains or spasms in the muscles. Heat cramps typically affect the abdomen, arms, or legs, and they usually affect individuals who are prone to excessive sweating. As soon as you recognize heat cramps coming on, you should discontinue all physical activity and drink cool beverages, preferably in a cool, shaded place. With proper treatment, heat cramps usually subside within an hour. If you experience heat cramps lasting longer than one hour, seek medical help as soon as possible. Heat exhaustion occurs when your body loses too much water and salt in the form of sweat. You may not have an abnormal body temperature during heat exhaustion, but it is usually marked by excessive and heavy sweating. Getting to a cool, shaded environment and drinking cool beverages (ideally water with an electrolyte supplement) can usually reduce the symptoms of heat exhaustion; however, you should seek medical assistance if any of the following symptoms worsen or last...

TL;DR in English: Treat a heat rash. Recover from heat cramps. Identify and treat heat exhaustion. Learn the signs of heat stroke.
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What activities are safe and beneficial for you will depend on what illness you’ve recovered from and what your health status is. If you’re getting back to working out after an extensive knee surgery but are otherwise healthy, you’ll want to do different activities than if you’ve been bedridden for 6 months. When in doubt, ask your doctor what your limitations should be. The range of motion of a joint is how far in what directions a joint can move, and this should sometimes be limited after surgery. For instance, after shoulder surgery your doctor or physical therapist may advise you that you need to avoid reaching overhead until you’re healed. Be sure you understand what movements are safe for you to do before you start exercising. Swimming is a non-weight bearing cardiovascular exercise – in other words, it gets your heart rate up for a good workout without putting stress on your joints. If you’re recovering from knee, hip, or shoulder surgery, swimming can be a great way to start. Swimming and aqua aerobics are also beneficial exercises if you have arthritis or problems with balance like after a stroke. For painful joints, also do isometric exercises of the surrounding muscles. Isometric exercises are those that tighten and release the muscle, which makes it stronger. For instance, if your knee is weak or painful, work to strengthen your quadriceps muscles. The American Cancer Society recommends that those living disease-free or with stable disease exercise regularly. Numerous studies have shown that exercise not only improves wellbeing, mental health, strength, and physical wellness, it may decrease recurrence rates in some types of cancer. Make a goal to exercise for 150 minutes each week or longer, and do strength training 2 days each week.  Always consult your doctor or care team before starting an exercise program. Cancer survivors have some specific needs and limitations during exercise. For instance, chlorinated pools may irritate skin if you’ve had radiation therapy, using heavy weights may be...

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If you are awake, you can hear the sound of a car. If you are awake, you can hear the sound of a car. If you are awake, you can hear the sound of a car. If you are awake, you can hear the sound of a car. If you are awake, you can hear

Talk to them. Gently shake the person. Make a loud noise.

Your husband may start being subtly passive aggressive without him even noticing it. The trick is to pick up on the behaviors before things spiral out of control. You may notice him slipping in his responsibilities ever so slightly, procrastinating more than usual, or finding excuses for things. When you notice these signs, you can disengage from the conflict before more overt passive aggression comes forth. While your first reaction may be to nag him or explode on him for his behavior, resist the urge to do so. You may turn into a parent role, which won’t go well for you or your husband. It’s unlikely you want to parent your husband, and it’s unlikely he wants to be placed in the child role in your marriage. If you feel yourself about to react, stop yourself and take a moment. Think about the way you feel and what thoughts are going through your head. Take a deep breath before saying anything. Don’t play his game. If you start in on the passive aggressiveness, then you will cycle the behavior until both of you are utterly unhappy. Instead, approach him in saying, “We have a problem that we need to work through.” If he is chronically late, say, “We have a difficulty getting out of the house in time when we have places to be. What do you think would be helpful in ensuring we get places on time?” Maybe his lines used to work in guilting you or accepting blame, but put an end to it. Don’t let these tactics work on you any longer. If he says, “I’m not mad” but clearly is, make a request for him to be honest with you and share how he is feeling. If he says, “I was only joking”, make sure you communicate that those kind of jokes are disrespectful and not appreciated. If he says, “Why are you so mad?” Communicate clearly that his behavior is upsetting. “When you don’t communicate with me, it’s really frustrating. I’d like to know what’s going on that feels challenging to you.”

TL;DR in English: Notice the warning signs. Avoid escalating the conflict. Be assertive. Stand firm.
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Conversations are like plants, you have to water them or they'll just shrivel up and die. You need to give something for a girl to respond to in a conversation, or the conversation will die. When you respond to something she has said, avoid lame replies, single-word answers, and you'll keep the conversation going.  If she asks, "What's up?" don't say, "Nothing" or "Just chilling." Be specific and give her the light-hearted details: "Helping my dad comb through ten years of strange auto-parts in the garage. We are the automotive Indiana Jones of the block. You?" If she says something funny, it's ok to write a quick "ha" or "lol" if you must, but it's a lot better to actually respond to what she says. If she sends you a hilarious picture of a bulldog on a waterslide, laugh at it, but then say, "Current mood?" or "That dog is my spirit animal" or "I suddenly feel so close to you." Even if she doesn't ask you a question directly, or say something that's pretty interesting, try to respond in a specific way to reignite the conversation. Keep following up to keep her at ease and talking. Let her talk about herself and be a good "listener" while you talk via text.  If she says, "School was so boring today" don't just let it drop, follow up. Say, "What was the most boring thing?" or "But what was the most EXCITING thing that happened in your boring day?" Get her talking by asking questions. If she's being really closed, just saying, "lol" or something to that effect, it may be better to just end the conversation instead of doing all the work yourself. She might be distracted, or just not that into talking right now. Don't get upset, just talk later. Some studies show that we're actually attracted to gentle teasing, because it creates a kind of electric energy in the conversation. If you want to inject a little tension into your texting conversations, teasing her just a little (be nice now) can make your texts a little more thrilling. If she just put up a bunch of selfies on Facebook, text her: "Scrolling through all...

TL;DR in English: Give her something to respond to. Respond to things she says. Tease her to flirt. Keep it light.
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Someone who is asleep will respond to stimuli. One way to determine if someone is sleeping is by talking to them. Kneel or bend next to the person and gently say their name, tell them to open their eyes, or ask them if they are all right. Repeat this for five minutes or until the person wakes up. For example, “Jim, are you awake? If you can hear me, open your eyes. Jim?” Place your hand on their shoulder and gently shake them. You can do this in combination with saying their name or asking if they are awake. Do not shake them aggressively, shake their head, slap, or flick their face. You can also try gently rubbing their cheek or head/forehead to wake the person up. Turning on the radio or TV, closing the door, loudly tapping on something, or playing an instrument may prompt someone to wake up, as well. However, do not play or make loud noises too close to the person’s ear. This may startle the person or cause damage to their hearing.

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Make sure that both Shih Tzus are healthy. Make sure your female Shih Tzu is ready for breeding. Choose the right stud. Work out a stud contract. Pair the Shih Tzus. Confirm the female's pregnancy. Prepare for the whelping.

Place a 2–2 1⁄2 lb (0.91–1.13 kg) rack of ribs on a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to trim away any unwanted fat or membranes. Then, carefully cut the rack of ribs into serving portions that are 2-3 ribs each.  If you do not want to trim and portion the ribs yourself, ask your local butcher if they would mind prepping the rack of ribs for you. Remember to wash your hands before and after handling the raw meat to avoid cross-contamination.

TL;DR in English: Trim unwanted fat from a rack of ribs and cut it into portions of 2-3 ribs each.
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Decide if you want to focus on a specific industry—such as builders, lawyers, or IT professionals—or multiple. Afterwards, decide if you're going to put candidates on a contract (temporary or part-time), direct hire employment (full-time), or both. Study the structure of other recruitment agencies to understand the benefits and challenges of the various agency types to help you decide the best focus for you. For example, you might decide to fill only temporary job openings across many different industries. Be specific about the area of recruiting for which you wish to focus, such as executive recruiting for the banking industry. Whatever your choice, make sure you have interest in the niche, as well as some sort of value (such as a list of contacts or industry knowledge). Make a list of all of the niches in your industry of choice and compare your experience and contacts in each to help you make your decision. Work for a recruitment firm before starting your own agency and get a feel for the focus you're most comfortable with. If your goal is to recruit for a specific industry, consider working in that industry first. For example, work for a recruitment firm for lawyers if you are interested in law or have a relevant degree. Get a feel for the kind of law you're most comfortable with to help you narrow down the focus for your own business. Purchase training materials, sign-up for a recruiting webinars, or watch recruiter training videos. Gaining a solid understanding of recruitment strategies and industry standards is necessary to select your focus and develop skills within your niche.  Search for local recruitment courses near you if you prefer face-to-face training. Research the trainers and industry experts that take part in your chosen courses or webinars to ensure they are applicable to your interests. After getting some experience and training, ask yourself how comfortable you are working on your own. If you're still not confident, ask contacts within the industry you plan to focus on if they know of...

TL;DR in English: Determine the recruitment services you want to provide. Identify a recruitment niche within your chosen industry. Develop your recruiting experience through hands-on experience. Invest in recruitment education programs and materials. Consider a business partner to compensate for any lack of experience or knowledge.
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You must make sure that both the female (dam) and male (sire) are healthy and genetically fit for breeding, and that their vaccinations are current. Testing should be done for conditions that the Shih Tzu breed is prone to, such as heritable eye diseases, Hip Dysplasia, Renal Dysplasia, thyroid disorders, and hearing loss. Once a dog is cleared of one of these conditions, it can be registered with the appropriate registry (e.g. once a dog is tested and cleared of heritable eye diseases, it can be registered with the the local Canine Eye Registry).> The female Shih Tzu should get a thorough pre-breeding physical examination by a veterinarian about a month before breeding begins. Ideally, your Shih Tzu should have her first litter after her second heat cycle but before she's reached the age of 4. Because of health risks, dogs older than 7 should not be bred. Female Shih Tzus stay in heat (i.e. the period in a dog’s reproductive cycle when she is receptive to mating) for approximately 16 days, but are usually not receptive to males on the first day of this period. If a female is not ready to mate, she will run from or avoid a male; if she is ready, she will stay and move her tail to the side to signal her readiness. Put up flyers, take out a classified ad, or look online for possible studs. Remember that, as a general rule, a male should be smaller than the female Shih Tzu it  breeds with by a pound or two. It should also complement your female Shih Tzu in terms of attributes and qualities, and offer genetic strengths that will result in strong, quality offspring (e.g.  a good coat). Before breeding occurs, you should work out a contract with the stud's owner outlining obligations, fees, and payment. Stud fees can run between $250-$1000, depending on the quality of the male. but some contracts will outline other forms of payment to the stud's owner (e.g. the pick of the litter in lieu of cash payment). Both parties should sign and keep a copy of the contract. Given that females are more comfortable in new...

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Use the "stoplight red" as a guide. The red mark is a sign that the gem is artificially colored. It might tell you that the gem is artificially colored. It might tell you that the gem is artificially colored. It might tell you that the gem is artificially colored. It might tell you that the gem

Tell by the color and the shine. Compare the ruby stone to a shard of red glass. Try to scratch the surface. See if the ruby rubs off on another surface. Know the types of fake.

The line between being an employee and being a subcontractor can get pretty hazy in many circumstances. The sticking points tend to be the amount of control the prime contractor/employer asserts over how you do the work. If needed, consult an attorney for clarification, or contact a taxing body such as the IRS in the U.S.  According to the IRS, for instance, the criteria for drawing the line between an employee and a subcontractor rests on 3 components: the amount of behavioral control the prime contractor/employer asserts (that is, how the work is done); the amount of financial control you have over the work you do; and the way in which the parties view the relationship (as per their contract and actual interactions). If you are determined to be an employee, you’ll likely be eligible for benefits and workplace protections, but also be subject to tax withholding and greater control by your employer. As a subcontractor, you’ll receive payment from the prime contractor, who in turn receives payment from the client. Make sure it is clearly stated in your contract when you’ll be paid in relation to when the prime contractor is paid by the client. Otherwise, you might be stuck in limbo waiting to be paid for work you’ve already done.  For instance, if the prime contractor’s contract with the client states that they will be paid within 14 days of the completion of the job, your contract might state that you’ll be paid within 7 days of the prime contractor receiving payment. If possible, negotiate a contract that stipulates that you’ll be paid within a certain time frame (e.g., within 7 days of completing your part of the job) regardless of when or if the client pays the prime contractor. As a subcontractor, you should be given fairly wide latitude to do the job in the manner you see fit, so long as you meet the requirements of the contract. That said, some prime contractors take a more hands-on approach than others, so you should clearly discuss this beforehand—and, if possible, clarify it in your contract. If...

TL;DR in English: Get legal confirmation that you're a subcontractor, if necessary. Establish clearly how and when you will be paid. Determine how much supervision and input the prime contractor wants. Build a great word-of-mouth reputation by excelling at your work.
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Go to Dropbox website and log in using your username and password. You can also launch your online account directly from the Dropbox icon on your desktop. Just find the Dropbox icon, right-click on it, and click Dropbox.com. From the Dropbox homepage, click on Sharing from in the sidebar menu on the left. The list of Shared folders and Removed folders will be displayed. Under the Removed folders, you’ll find the previously shared folders you had access to. Find the one you like to rejoin and click Rejoin.  You’ll be asked to confirm this through a pop-up dialog box. Click Rejoin Folder. Within seconds, you’ll see the folder you rejoined disappear from the Removed folders section and appear under your Dropbox folders. You will now be able to see and access the files under it once again.

TL;DR in English: Log into your Dropbox account online. Go to the Sharing page. Rejoin a folder. View the rejoined folder.
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Real rubies glow with a deep, vivid, almost "stoplight" red. Fake gems are often dull: they are "light, but not bright." If the gem is more of a dark red, then it may be garnet instead of a ruby. If it is a real ruby, however, know that darker stones are usually worth more than lighter stones.  Check for a consistent and even color throughout the stone. Fakes are more likely to contain blemishes and impure spots. That said: rubies do sometimes have imperfections. Use the "stoplight red" as a guide, but do not expect to find a real ruby that is actually that bright. If you do, then the ruby is likely fake. A real ruby should be more like a bright traffic light, however, than like a dull stone. Rubies and other varieties of sapphire are often faked as glass. If the glass and stone look similar, then you may just be holding two pieces of red glass! It is relatively common for dealers to fake rubies using a glass composite. Real rubies are extremely hard stones. Grind a fingernail or a coin into the surface of the "ruby" and see if you are able to scratch it. If the ruby shows a scratch, then there's a good chance that it is not a real ruby. Only a diamond can scratch a ruby. Composite rubies are not as durable as real rubies. There is a chance that the ruby is not a complete "fake," and just a machine-made stone. Gently scratch the stone against a hard, smooth surface: porcelain tile or a piece of clear glass. The stone should scratch the surface whether or not it is a "ruby." The tip-off, however, comes if the "ruby" leaves a red mark on the surface where you scratched it. The red mark might be a sign that the gem is artificially colored. It might tell you that the "gem" is actually made from a much weaker material. The stones commonly used as ruby imitations include garnets, tourmaline, glass, and composite gems.  Garnets are dull, dark-red silicate minerals. They are much softer than a ruby. Tourmaline is a reddish-pink silicate mineral. Tourmaline is somewhat harder than a garnet, but much softer than the...

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If you're using an iPhone, you'll need to buy a new one. If you're using an iPhone, you'll need to buy a new one. If you're using an iPhone, you'll need to buy a new one. If you're using an iPhone, you'll need to buy a new one.

Get the necessary replacement materials. Install the new shingle. Reseal under edges of all three shingles. Secure other loose shingles while you’re at it. Fix cracked or split shingles instead of replacing them.

This is the yellow icon with a white ghost in it. Tapping on it will open Snapchat’s camera interface. Tap the "Capture" icon at the bottom of your screen to snap a photo, or hold it down to record video. This is the downward-pointing arrow icon next to the snap timer in the lower-left corner of your screen. Your snap will be saved in your default gallery and you can view all your saved snaps here. If you're using an iPhone, your snap will be saved in your Snapchat album in Photos, as well as your Camera Roll.

TL;DR in English: Open Snapchat. Take a Snap. Tap the Download button. Open your phone's image gallery.
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It generally takes three bundles of shingles to cover 100 square feet (9.29 square meters). Asphalt shingle "bundles" are actually sealed in packages (the term bundle comes from wooden shingles which actually came tied up with wire in bundles). Measure your roof and buy appropriately. Measure the length and width of the individual sections of the roof, multiplying them together to determine the area. Add the areas of each section together, then divide by 100 to get the correct number of squares. Multiply this number by 3 to get the number of bundles you'll need to buy. This will help determine how the shingles will lay on the roof width. Most asphalt shingles are 3 feet (91.4 centimeters) in length. If your roof's width is not an even multiple of the shingle's length, you will have a partial piece on one end of each row. The bottom row of shingles must hang past the edge of the roof. For a wood shingle roof you would have to cut the shingles that go on the edge to create a straight line to accommodate this. Start removing the shingles at the peak farthest from the trash container, or the corner you want to collect the shingles in. Use a garden fork or a roofing shovel to pull them off quickly, use the hammer-method and go by hand for a more thorough job. Make sure that you protect the sides of the house and the windows during this process, such as by leaning a large piece of plywood against the house below where you are working. Otherwise you might break a window or damage the siding.   Pry up the nails and loosening the ridge caps. It's ok if you don't get all the nails at first, because you'll have a chance to go back through and remove them later. Remove the metal flashing around chimneys, vents, and valleys in the roof. Flashing in the valleys will almost always be trashed, especially. Some roofers will keep some of the flashing that's in good shape, but it's probably worth junking it all when you've got the chance. Sweep the roof as clean as possible. Remove nails that didn't come up earlier. Reattach...

TL;DR in English: Get the right number of shingles for the job. Measure the length of a shingle as it lies across the roof. Remove old shingles and flashing. Clean the roof. Install underlayment and new flashing. Choose the kind of starter course you will use. Use chalk lines to make a guide for yourself.
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To replace shingles, you'll obviously need shingles to replace the ones you remove and the materials necessary to secure. Most shingles that are in need of replacement are three-tab asphalt shingles. If your roof involves some other variety of shingle, you'll need to match your new shingles to the old. To complete the job properly, you'll need:  Replacement shingles. Buy more than you'll need at the home repair store. You should be able to count up how many damaged shingles will need replacement and buy accordingly. It's good to have replacements on hand. Shingle cement or adhesive. Some shingles come with adhesive strips pre-installed, making this unnecessary. If you buy unbacked shingles, though, you might need to purchase additional adhesive to secure them to the roof before nailing them. It's a good idea to buy it to secure other loose shingles anyway. Roofing nails. Most three-tab shingles will be pre-cut with guide holes that will make the installation process very simple. To secure them, you'll need roofing nails, which are heavy-duty, and about two or three inches long. Place a new shingle in the same position as the shingle you removed. If the shingles are backed with adhesive strip, remove the covering and push them into place, then nail them to secure them. Most shingles have pre-cut holes for nails, usually three per shingle. Follow the directions of the shingles that you purchase, or use the other shingles on the roof as a guide. Lift each tab slightly on the shingles as you install them, and apply a 1" (2.5 cm) diameter spot of shingle cement under each tab. Press tabs down into the cement firmly and secure the shingle into place. Continue installing shingles and securing them with adhesive accordingly, until you've installed all the damaged shingles along the row. After you've finished the damage portion, you can start working your way back up the roof, retailing the loose shingles into place, as long as they're in good shape, and using the adhesive to secure them back onto the roof. While...

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Be very cautious of underdeveloped tropical areas. Be particularly careful if your immune system is weak. Avoid contaminated blood. Take preventative measures if traveling to at-risk areas.

Most people really like to talk about themselves. It feels good when someone is genuinely interested in your opinion and experiences and wants you to share those things. Ask about his hobbies or his favorite bands and movies. People tend to have a very positive opinion about people who ask them questions about themselves. Make sure you weigh in, too. The conversation shouldn't be all about him. Share your own thoughts and opinions (and don't feel you always have to agree with him). You may think that flirting up a storm with other guys will show him that you're desirable and have other options, but playing hard to get rarely works. Research shows that we are more attracted to people who are selective. So if you're in a group and none of the other guys seem to hold your attention, but you have a big smile just for your crush, you're going to catch his interest. This doesn't mean you have to be rude, mean, or ignore other guys. But if you were thinking about flirting with someone just to make your crush jealous, you might want to think again. If he knows everything about you right off the bat, he'll lose the fun and anticipation of slowly getting to know what makes you tick. So hold back a little bit. Don't call, message, or text him constantly. Give him the time and room to think and wonder about you. Let him be curious about you and what you're doing. Don't ignore him or be rude, but don't always be available.

TL;DR in English: Ask him questions about himself and listen to what he says. Don't play hard to get. Maintain a sense of mystery.
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If you plan on changing the color of the wall beneath the stripes, you should do so before you add the chevron pattern.  Let the base paint dry and cure for at least three days.  Note that if you are satisfied with the color of the walls already and the paint is still in good shape, you can skip this step. At the top of your wall, or at the top of the portion to be painted, use a pencil to mark each peak for your top chevron stripe. The peaks should be spaced apart evenly.  Use a level and yardstick to make sure that the peaks are also in an even horizontal line. Otherwise, you could end up with a chevron stripe that slopes downward. Chevron stripes consist of peaks and valleys. The pattern should be even, so in order to accomplish this, the distance between the peaks should be the same as the distance between the valleys. Note that a larger gap in between peaks will result in a wider set pattern while smaller gaps will create a tighter pattern. Use a pencil to mark the peaks of the second row beneath the peaks of the first. The vertical distance between peaks should be exactly the same as the horizontal distance, and the new peaks should be vertically even with the previous peaks.  Repeat for the remaining rows. Use a yardstick and level to keep the peaks even both horizontally and vertically. Use a pencil to lightly mark the valleys of each chevron stripe. With the exception of the top row, each row of peaks should coincide with a row of valleys. The valley points should be spaced evenly in between each pair of peak points.  All the valleys should be vertically aligned with one another. Use a yardstick and a level to keep the points even. Note that you will also need a final row of valley points below the final row of peak points. Lay small strips of painters tape to create the outline of your chevron stripes. Lay the tape peak to valley, valley to peak, peak to valley, valley to peak, and so on, until all the dots are connected.  When done, you should see the shape of your chevron stripes. Lay the tape so...

TL;DR in English: Paint your base color. Mark the peaks of your first stripe. Mark the peaks for your remaining rows. Plot the valleys. Tape off the pattern. Do some preliminary painting. Paint the stripes. Remove the tape.
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The biggest risk factor for coming down with malaria is either living in or traveling to tropical countries where the infection is common.  The most risky areas are African countries south of the Sahara Desert, most of the Asian subcontinent, Haiti, Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that 90% of all malaria deaths occur in Africa — mostly in kids younger than five years. Approximately 1,500 cases of malaria are diagnosed in the U.S. each year, mostly in returned travelers. People with immature or weakened immune systems are especially susceptible of getting infected by Plasmodium parasites and developing malaria. This group includes infants, children younger than five years, pregnant women, the elderly and patients with HIV/AIDS. As such, don't travel to high-risk countries if you are in this group and/or don't bring young children with you.  Strong immune systems can fight off malarial infections, which means the majority of people bitten by infected mosquitoes either don't get the disease or develop only mild short-term symptoms. Supplements that can boost your immune system include: vitamins A, C and D, zinc, selenium, echinacea, olive leaf extract and astragalus root. Be aware that these will not prevent malaria or its consequences. The Plasmodium parasites that cause malaria primarily infect the liver, but also the red blood cells within blood. Consequently, people can also catch malaria by being exposed to contaminated (infected) blood. Common modes of transmission due to contaminated blood include blood transfusions, sharing needles to inject drugs and childbirth (from an infected mother to her unborn child).  Hemophiliacs and people who lose lots of blood from injuries are at higher risk of malaria from blood transfusions, particularly if they life in Africa or Asia. Malaria is not considered an STD (sexually transmitted disease), although there is a small chance of contracting it via sexual practices if the blood from one partner...

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The color of the photo is the same as the color of the photo. The color of the photo is the same as the color of the photo. The color of the photo is the same as the color of the photo. The color of the photo is the same as the color of the photo. The color of the

Print your photo onto regular paper. Trim the photo down as desired. Brush some Mod Podge to the item. Press the photo face-up onto the item. Apply a thin coat of Mod Podge on top of the photo. Allow the Mod Podge dry before adding a second coat of Mod Podge. Allow the Mod Podge to dry completely.

Pedigrees can be laid out in a variety of orientations. Assess whether the chart is oriented either vertically or horizontally on the page. Look at the orientation of the words to understand which direction it should be held. The lines on a pedigree can indicate biological or personal relationships. On a pedigree that is oriented vertically, a horizontal line connecting two individuals indicates a reproductive relationship, such as a marriage. A line that connects individuals vertically indicates the biological relationship of parent and child.  On a pedigree that is oriented horizontally the vertical lines indicate a reproductive relationship and the horizontal lines indicate the relationship of parent and child. Two short lines crossing a horizontal line typically indicate the end of a committed relationship. A pedigree is typically organized so that each generation of people or animals is positioned in a separate row. For example, your subject and all of their siblings will be located on the same row. The subject's parents and all of their siblings will be on the same row. These generational rows will continue on as far back as the pedigree goes.  These generational rows are not shown with actual row lines per se. They are just shown through the position of these subjects on the page next to each other. On some genetic pedigrees there may also be roman numerals off to the side that indicate the specific generations. There are a few symbols on a genetic pedigree that are generally used. In particular, there are standard symbols used to distinguish between male and female subjects. If a person or animal is female, they will be represented with a circle. If a person or animal is a male, they will be represented with a square. Whether a square or circle is filled in gives you key information. A filled in circle or square indicates that the presence of a trait. An empty circle or square indicates the absence of a trait. In some cases there will be circles or squares half filled in. This indicates that the...

TL;DR in English: Figure out the orientation of the pedigree. Trace lines in the pedigree. Pay attention to rows of subjects to identify specific generations. Look for standard symbols. Look for a key of additional symbols.
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Make sure to only place one value in each cell. For example, if you need to find the harmonic mean of 10, 12, 16, and 8, you might type each of these values into a separate cell in the spreadsheet, cells A1-A4. The function is HARMEAN(number 1, [number 2]...). To select the function, begin typing “=HARMEAN” into a blank cell of the spreadsheet, then double-click on the function when it pops up. For example, type “=HARMEAN” into cell A5 of your spreadsheet and double-click on the function. Hit the enter key. Excel will calculate the harmonic mean for you and display it in the spreadsheet. For example, highlight cells A1-A4 of your spreadsheet and hit enter. Excel will calculate 10.78652 as the harmonic mean.

TL;DR in English: Enter the values into your spreadsheet. Enter the function for the harmonic mean. Highlight the cells containing the values you are averaging.
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Avoid using photo paper; it is too thick, and there's that the colors may run. You can try using this method on regular photos as well, but be aware that you may damage them. Trace the side of the item onto the photo first, if needed. Next, cut the photo down with a paper slicer or a metal ruler and craft blade. You can do this using a foam brush or a wide, flat paintbrush. If you want to, you can also brush the Mod Podge onto the back of the photo as well. Smooth the paper out with a rubber roller or a brayer to smooth the photo down. Start from the center of the photo and roll your way outwards. Ensure that there are no wrinkles or bubbles. Extend the Mod Podge past the edges of the photo to help seal it in. Don't worry, you will be adding more coat of Mod Podge on top. Wait for about 30 minutes, then brush on a second coat of Mod Podge. If need to add a third coat, let the second one dry first. This will take anywhere from a few hours to several days, depending what you used. Read the label on your bottle to be sure. Once the Mod Podge has dried, you can display your project. If you are going to apply photos to the other sides of your item, now is the time to do so.

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If you are driving, you may want to consider a carpool. If you are driving, you may want to consider a carpool. If you are driving, you may want to consider a carpool. If you are driving, you may want to consider a carpool. If you are driving, you may want

Identify ways in which you produce carbon dioxide. Calculate your carbon footprint. Drive less. Save Insulate and seal windows and doors. Buy locally grown foods. Reduce waste at home and at work. Limit unnecessary purchases.

A driving rehabilitation specialist can observe you driving and help you find ways to develop more ergonomic habits. If your profession involves driving, talk to your employer or union representative. Contact your local jurisdiction's department of driver services for more information about driver rehabilitation. You can also find resources on the Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists website. Ask your primary care doctor to examine the affected area. They can offer pain management tips, a prescription medication, or refer you to a specialist. Check with your insurer to make sure any medication or specialist care is covered and in-network to avoid unexpected medical bills. Ask your doctor or specialist if your arm pain indicates any potential muscle, bone, or joint issues. Frequent driving or improper driving habits can result in issues like carpal tunnel syndrome, rotator cuff injuries, repetitive strain injury, or bursitis.  Driving can also cause and aggravate arthritis, especially in older adults. Describe the motions that cause pain, the affected areas, and whether the pain is dull or sharp. Ask your doctor or specialist, “Are my symptoms signs of any chronic disorders? Will medication or physical therapy be effective treatment options?” If your pain continues despite adopting ergonomic driving habits, your doctor can recommend a variety of treatments. Common options include anti-inflammatory or anti-pain medication and physical therapy. Depending on the severity of your case, your doctor may also recommend other treatments, such as cortisone injections, steroid injections, or surgery.

TL;DR in English: Consult a driving rehabilitation specialist. Make an appointment with your primary doctor. Ask about musculoskeletal disorders. Discuss your treatment options.
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If there are borders around your flower bed made of plastic, metal, or some other material and you no longer want to use them, pull them carefully out of the ground. Discard this old material. If you cannot pull this up by hand, try working a small hand trowel or pry bar under the bottom edge and levering it out. Sometimes the edging is anchored with stakes, so be sure to remove them first. If there is an existing border, and you want to keep the edging where it is, then you are ready for the next step. If you want to change where an existing border is positioned, or if you are making a completely new one, then you will need to mark on the ground where you want the border to be. Straight lines can be fine. Many people prefer curved edges, however, and they may make your flower bed look bigger. You can use a garden hose, string, or marking paint. Put the hose or other marking material on the ground where you want the actual edge to be.

TL;DR in English: Start by removing existing edging material, if there is any. Decide where you want the edge line to be. Make a guide to follow when you start cutting the actual edge.
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You can't reduce your carbon emissions if you don't know where they're coming from. Once you've identified sources of carbon dioxide production in your daily life, you can come up with ways to reduce your dependency on those sources.  Driving is the main source of most people’s carbon dioxide emissions. Other sources include air travel and household energy consumption. You also should look at the products you buy and use. If they were shipped long distances to get to you, carbon emissions were involved in their transport. Carbon emissions also occur when products are built in factories. If you buy those products, you are also contributing to carbon emissions that way. Make a list of the ways in which you produce carbon dioxide, like driving, air travel, and household energy consumption. Then, search online for a carbon footprint calculator that you can use to get a rough estimate of the size of your carbon footprint.  Just do a search for "carbon footprint calculator" online, or check the website of a nonprofit environmental organization to see if there's one they recommend. Since these calculators may vary in their methodologies, you may want to use more than one and average the results. The more information the calculator allows you to enter, the closer to reality the estimate will be. Since driving typically makes up a large portion of your carbon footprint, one easy way to reduce your carbon dioxide emissions directly is to use your car less. Take public transportation, walk, or ride a bike when you can.  Try to do multiple errands at once so you take fewer trips, and start a carpool at work. There are ways you can increase the fuel efficiency of your car, or you may want to consider living without a car altogether. If you're in the market for a new car, you can reduce your carbon footprint by buying one that is hybrid or fully electric. on heating and electricity in your home. The carbon dioxide produced by the electricity or other fuel that you use to light and heat your home is another big source of...

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Fill the saucepan with room temperature water. Place the unopened can in a medium or large saucepan. Bring the water to a simmer over high heat.

Revenge comes from feeling diminished by your aggressor and subsequently, you feel ashamed that you allowed this to happen. Such feelings may cause you to feel angry, leading to your desire to seek revenge.  Emotions are felt physically, so recognizing the physical signs of each emotion can help you get them under control. For example, when you are angry, your blood pressure rises and heat radiates from your shoulders through the back of your head. Your emotions can drive your decision making by creating a deeper connection to each decision. When you are feeling angry, you might make more rash decisions than if you felt happy. Putting your feelings into words can help you come to terms with them and clarify your thoughts. Writing down your feelings can help reduce the intensity of your feelings, and help lessen your deep-seated desire for revenge. If you do not like to write you feelings down on paper, try talking to someone about your emotions. Find a trusted friend or family member and tell them exactly what is going on: how you feel, who was involved, the reasons for wanting revenge, how you think revenge will make you feel, etc... . Go to a quiet room, sit on the floor, close your eyes and focus on taking slow, deep breaths. While you are meditating, try to empty your mind of all negative thoughts and concentrate on positive things in your life. Mediation has been scientifically shown to reduce stress and may be a great coping mechanism for your desires for revenge. It can slow your thoughts and help you feel calm and centered. Your emotions may become overwhelming and difficult to handle. At times like these, try repeating positive affirmations to yourself to remind you that even though you aren’t in control of the situation, you are in control of your response. These are some mantras you could try repeating to yourself:  “Things could be worse.” “I will take charge of my response to this person’s actions.” “I can make it through this.” “This is only temporary.”

TL;DR in English: Understand the basic emotions. Write down your feelings. Meditate Repeat self-calming statements.
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Run your thumb and index finger across the crease to ensure the leaf folds neatly and firmly. Roll it downward into a tight roll. Keep a firm hold on the bottom and smooth it over as you roll downward. Add a few dabs of hot glue to the inside ends of the rolled leaf to hold the roll in place. Allow a few minutes for the glue to dry before using it.    Make sure the full leaf is facing upward with the rolled piece sitting directly in the middle (along the middle vein). The rolled leaf should be sitting in the front (and center area) of the folded leaf. Grasp the right side of the folded leaf and roll it inward, toward the rolled leaf. Tuck underneath the other side of the bottom area of the rolled leaf and add a dab of hot glue. Fold the leaf in half, backwards with the crease running along the top of the rolled/folded leaf.     Roll the sides inward, following the same way you folded/rolled the previous leaf but this time, bend the edges/ends outward so they resemble a flowering petal.     Glue the ends and hold until dry.

TL;DR in English: Fold one leaf in half. Hold the folded leaf on its side. Place the glued rolled leaf in the middle of the next leaf. Fold the full leaf in half (backwards) and crease along the top of the rolled leaf. Wrap the folded leaf around the rolled leaf. Select another leaf and repeat the process by laying the rolled/folded leaf in the middle of the full leaf.
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Make sure the can is fully immersed and that there’s an extra two inches (five cm) of water covering the can. This will prevent the can from overheating and possibly exploding, and prevent the milk from burning. By placing the can on its side, you will prevent it from bouncing around as the water boils. When it begins to simmer, turn it down to medium heat and allow to simmer for two to three hours (two hours for a lighter dulce de leche, or three hours if you want the sauce thicker and darker). Check on the can every 30 minutes. Turn the can every half hour to prevent scorching. Top up the water as needed to ensure there’s always one to two extra inches (two-and-a-half to five cm) of water covering the can.

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If you’re a narcissist, you’re expected to be a narcissist. If you’re a narcissist, you’re expected to be a narcissist. If you’re a narcissist, you’re expected to be a narcissist. If you’

Walk up to a stranger, smile, and say “Hi. Give them your number. Get a friend to tell them you think they’re cute. Start dancing with them if you’re at a party. Ask “Are you single?

If you are a narcissistic extension, the narcissist will not think of you as a separate person. Therefore, they will feel entitled to your time and attention. They will not consider whether or not you have time to engage with them. They will just assume they deserve your energy.  A narcissist will expect from you whatever they expect or want for themselves. They will assume your needs and wants are the same as theirs, and therefore be very demanding of your attention. For example, if you're in a relationship with a narcissist, they may assume you're going out or staying in on any given night to suit their needs. They will become angry and even hostile if you express your need for alone time or socialization independent of them. They may be unable to understand that they do not deserve your constant attention. If you're a narcissistic extension, a narcissist sees you as an extension of themselves. Therefore, boundaries are non-existent in your relationship. A narcissist will not realize when you're becoming nervous or uncomfortable, and will continually push your boundaries in order to get you to serve their own needs.  For example, your girlfriend wants to take you hiking near the mountains, even though you've told her many times you're afraid of heights. She does not let it go until you agree to go with her. During the hike, you becoming increasingly panicked and uncomfortable as you get higher in the mountains. Your girlfriend does not seem concerned about your requests to stop. Instead, she is angry that you are not keeping up with her. She is not concerned you're uncomfortable and cannot fathom your feelings about the situation are different than her's. Conversations with a narcissist can be very frustrating. A narcissist has very little sense of shame. As a narcissistic extension, you're expected to build up a narcissist even when conversations make you uncomfortable. You are also expected to give out a lot of information about yourself, whether you want to or not.  A narcissist may share facts about...

TL;DR in English: Think about whether this person is entitled. Watch for boundary violations. Evaluate your conversations. Think about whether they take credit for your accomplishments. Watch for angry, dismissive behavior.
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Fabrics that don’t wrinkle easily can be rolled. It's a quick, easy way to pack pants that you don't mind getting a little more wrinkled. Rolling items will give you more storage space in your suitcase, since rolled items take up less room than folded items. Here are the types of pants you can roll:  Jeans Leggings Workout pants

TL;DR in English: Know which pants should be rolled.
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” If you’re crushing on someone you don’t know, a great way to express your interest is by simply approaching them. After you say hi, tell them your name and ask them theirs. Continue smiling as you come up with small talk questions, such as “What grade are you in?” or “Do you come here often?” Most people will understand the signal that a stranger approaching them and starting a conversation means that they’re interested. If they make eye contact with you and smile back, they may be interested in you too. Continue talking with them until you feel it’s a good time to ask them out. This is a way to let someone know you’re interested in them without coming out and saying it. Write your name and number down a piece of paper, fold it, and hand it to them. Then smile and walk away. If your crush is interested you, they’ll call or text you. If not, and they are someone you don’t see regularly, you won’t have to worry about it again! This is another way to give a signal that you’re interested without having to uncomfortably wait for a reaction. It works well whether you already know the person or not. If your crush is interested in you too, they will probably tell your friend this, or approach you at a later point in time. You can then confidently ask them out. Parties are great places to meet people, and if you spot someone you’re attracted to who’s dancing, walk up to them and start dancing with them. If they’re interested, they’ll keep dancing with you and possibly talk to you. If not, they’ll probably wander away from you shortly. Be sure to not grab the person or invade their personal space when you do this. Maintain a small distance and make eye contact with them. Don’t stare at other parts of their body, make overtly sexual gestures while dancing, or otherwise make them uncomfortable. ” if you don’t know the person. If your crush is someone you’ve seen from afar, you can simply go up to them and ask if they’re already seeing someone. Try “I couldn’t help but noticing you. Are you seeing anyone by chance?” If...

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Use a spooky sound effect to create a spooky ambiance in your haunted house. Use a spooky sound effect to create a spooky ambiance in your haunted house. Use a spooky sound effect to create a spooky ambiance in your haunted house. Use a spooky sound effect to create a sp

Come up with a theme. Make Halloween-inspired snacks Put together a haunted house. Plan some Halloween games to play during the party. Buy or make a cool costume.

NSAIDs are medications designed to relieve pain and to control swelling and inflammation. They are available over-the-counter and as a prescription. Follow the usage directions on the product. Most NSAIDs will recommend not taking more than 1,200 mg in a 24-hour period. Well-known and effective NSAIDS include Advil, Motrin, and Ibuprofen. Magnesium and zinc are dietary supplements that help with muscle relaxation. These can be found in foods such as spinach, peanuts, brown rice, and almonds. Magnesium and zinc can also be taken as oral supplements. Talk to a doctor for more information about taking magnesium as a supplement. It’s not a prescription medication, so can be purchased over the counter. This is a muscle relaxer that blocks pain sensations between the nerves and the brain. It is usually used with rest and physical therapy to help treat muscle pain and tension. Carisoprodol is prescribed for a limited period as it may be habit-forming. Talk to a doctor for more information about this drug. Your doctor may also recommend that you take Carisoprodol in conjunction with aspirin. This drug can be used for longer periods of time without a habit forming. It’s commonly prescribed to relieve low back pain associated with muscle spasm.  Cyclobenzaprine can be safe for pregnant women to take, but it should still only be taken under the recommendation and careful supervision of your obstetrician. Do not use the drug if you have heart rhythm problems or an overactive thyroid. Valium is used to relieve low back pain associated with muscle spasm. It’s effective at treating tension and serious muscle pain. If you have serious muscle pain or spasms, talk to your doctor about Diazepam.  This medication can be very effective but easily habit forming. It should not be used for long periods of time. Your doctor will probably only prescribe you enough for 1-2 weeks. In most cases, doctors will only prescribe Valium for severe or chronic muscle pain. Avoid drinking alcohol, driving, or operating heavy machinery when using Valium.

TL;DR in English: Try nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for mild muscle pain. Take magnesium and zinc as supplements to decrease muscle pain. Ask your doctor about Carisoprodol as a solution to muscle tension. Talk to your doctor about Cyclobenzaprine if you have muscle spasms. Consider taking Diazepam (Valium) if you have severe pain or spasms.
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If this behavior occurred on your property, consult your local municipality. For encounters in a preserved forest or national park, report to the relevant forestry or parks district. If you encounter them in urban or suburban spaces, share this information with neighbors and your local animal control branch. Coyotes are creatures of habit. Be sure to change your routine if you see a coyote at the same time and place while walking your pet. Coyotes involved in biting attacks will be targeted and removed from the population. They are then often tested for rabies and are killed if found infected. However, it is important to note that an attack by an individual coyote does not warrant the general killing of coyotes. Recall that coyote attacks on humans are exceptionally rare.

TL;DR in English: Report any aggressive coyote behavior to the appropriate authorities. Keep track of when and where you encounter coyotes. Follow up with the health, animal control, or other authorities.
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Do you have a favorite scary movie, or a favorite spooky character? Do you like zombies, or ghosts, or ghouls? Create a theme around that!  Your theme can dictate the kinds of costumes your guests wear. For example, you might host a Dead Rock Star party, where everyone must come dressed as their favorite dead rock star.  You can also theme your games and activities at your party. One idea is to have a pumpkin-themed party—have your guests compete to carve the best pumpkin, and then serve as judges for the finished products. and drinks to serve. There are countless fun recipes for Halloween treats that you can try out and serve at your party.  Try making some "Witches Fingers" by dyeing some honey with red food coloring, dipping pretzel rods in it, and rolling the honey-dipped pretzels in crushed peanuts.  Craft special Halloween-themed drinks for your party guests. You could try the “Pugsley Adams Punch” which calls for equal parts orange juice, white grape juice, cranberry juice, pineapple juice, apple juice, and lemon-lime soda, then garnish the glasses with a gummy worm. Set aside a room in your house, or use your garage or backyard, and create a walk-through haunted house to scare your party guests with.  Use spooky sound effects and music to make the house even scarier. You can buy Halloween sound effects CDs or download them to play at the party. Use red and black lights to create a spooky ambiance in your haunted house and at your party.  Have friends volunteer to hide in the haunted house and jump out to scare other guests as they walk through. These can range from costume charades where your guests have to guess each other's costumes, to playing hide-and-seek in the backyard once it gets dark.  One fun game to create for your guests is a DIY costume table. Use some leftover materials from school projects or crafts and allow your guests to make their own masks when they arrive.  Another activity to try is to have your guests "guess the body part" in covered boxes. Use things like cooked noodles to...

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The Noble Eightfold Path is the path that leads to the attainment of the Buddha's Dharma. The Noble Eightfold Path is the path that leads to the attainment of the Buddha's Dharma. The Noble Eightfold Path is the path that leads to the attainment of the Buddha's Dharma. The Noble Eightfold Path is the

Strive to end suffering. Live according to the Noble Eightfold Path. Try to put an end to wanting and craving. Continue learning. Aspire for nirvana.

While many cats are placid, easygoing, and like to sleep a lot, a Siamese is not this type of cat. In certain ways, having a Siamese is much more like owning a dog. Siamese cats are strong-willed and intelligent. If the Siamese sets its sights on doing something then they will do it regardless of the obstacles or consequences. Because of their intelligence and stubbornness, Siamese cats are very difficult to train. For example, a Siamese may ignore unpleasant experiences such as being squirted with water, which makes it difficult to deter them from bad behavior. A regular cat may chirp and purr sometimes, but the Siamese yowls and howls. A Siamese may keep howling and yowling for hours if it wants something. The Siamese cat’s howl is loud and quite annoying, which is what makes it so difficult to ignore Think about whether a noisy cat would annoy you or comfort you. If you want a cat because you are out a lot, then getting a Siamese cat may not be your best option. Siamese cats need attention and they will howl or destroy the place if they don't get it. These cats are needy and they demand your attention. If they don't get enough attention, they often resort to destructive behavior to take their minds off being alone. You will need to board your Siamese cat or hire a live-in pet sitter when you'll be away for more than one day, as your Siamese won't be able to tolerate human absence for any lengthy period. If you plan to get a Siamese kitten, then you will need to kitten proof your home. But even if you plan to get an adult Siamese, you will need to make sure that your home is safe for the cat. Siamese cats are very intelligent and curious. They may end up tangled in your electrical wires or climbing up into your shelves. Secure loose wires, put a screen on the fireplace, put child safety locks on all of your shelves, and keep fire out of reach.

TL;DR in English: Understand that Siamese cats differ from other cat breeds. Expect difficulty training your Siamese cat. Be aware that Siamese cats are extremely vocal. Keep in mind that Siamese cats crave company. Decide if you can make your home safe enough for a new cat or kitten.
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You can use rolled oats or quick oats.  Quick oats, as their name suggests, cook faster than regular (rolled) oats, but they often end up mushier than rolled oats, and have less texture.  If you wish, you could combine both types. There is no “right” amount of oats you should use.  If you are quite hungry for oatmeal, you’ll probably want 1 cup or more.  If you are just having a snack, you’ll likely use about 1/2 cup of oatmeal. If you’re cooking 1 cup of oatmeal, boil 2 cups of water.  This will ensure the oats are cooked well.  For slightly thicker oatmeal, however, you could reduce the water-to-oats ratio from 2:1 to 3:2. Substitute milk for water if you want to enjoy a stickier, thicker oatmeal. When your water is boiling, add a dash of nutmeg, brown sugar, cinnamon, or allspice.  These spices will kick your oatmeal up a notch in flavor. Add about one teaspoon of each spice and one tablespoon of sugar per cup of oatmeal. Wait about 5 minutes for the oats to absorb it and cool to an edible temperature.  Add additional spices and flavorings if you wish.

TL;DR in English: Put your oats in a bowl. Boil twice as many cups of water as oatmeal. Add spices and flavorings to your water. Pour the water into the oatmeal.
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The basis of Buddhist teaching is something called the Four Noble Truths, which are based on the idea that suffering is an intrinsic part of life, but that suffering can be ended by breaking the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. From the four truths come the Four Great Bodhisattva Vows, which are a path that can help you end suffering.  The first noble truth is the truth of suffering. The first bodhisattva vow is the vow to rescue living beings from suffering. In Buddhism, suffering refers to the physical and mental suffering of all human beings. The key to ending suffering is reaching nirvana, which can be done by living according to the Noble Eightfold Path (also known as the Middle Way). The two staples at the center of Buddhism are the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path. The Four Noble Truths can be understood as the belief behind Buddhism, and the Noble Eightfold Path is the discipline and practice behind that belief. Living according to the Noble Eightfold Path includes:  Right speech, action, and livelihood. The key to following these three elements involve living according to the Five Precepts. Right effort, mindfulness, and concentration, which can be achieved by practicing meditation. Right understanding and thought, which come about when you practice meditation, cultivate mindfulness, and live according to the Five Precepts. The second noble truth is a recognition of the cause of suffering, which comes from desire, ignorance, and the craving of pleasure and material goods. The corresponding bodhisattva vow involves vowing to end desire and craving. Buddhist don't believe that suffering and desire can be ended easily. Rather, this is a pursuit that spans many lifetimes, but you can do your part by following the Noble Eightfold Path. The third noble truth is the understanding that suffering can end, and this means suffering both in life and in spiritual terms. The answer to the end of suffering is learning, enlightenment, and action. The corresponding vow for the third noble truth is to...

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