Choose the size and shapes you’ll need for the trip. Maximize space by rolling your softer clothes before packing. Fold stiff or delicate clothes instead of rolling them. Fill up the packing cubes without overfilling. Put all of your electronics and chargers in a small cube. Pack a few dryer sheets

Go to the airport. Hire a private car or FX. Pay the driver.

Attention-seeking behaviors can sometimes be a result of trauma, neglect, or other stressful situations. It can also be a sign of low self-esteem or feelings of inadequacy. If this is someone you care about, try to find a time to chat to see if there is something that is causing this behavior.  You might start this conversation by saying, “Hey, I want to check in. Has everything been going all right lately?” If the other person doesn’t want to talk, they don’t have to. You can simply tell them something like, “If you ever do want to talk, just let me know.” Your loved one might be worried that no one will care for them if they don’t constantly seek out their attention and approval. Let the person know that you will love them, even when you’re not directly paying them attention.  You might send them a random text that says, “Hey, I was just thinking about you. Hope you’re having a great day!” or “I just want you to know how much I appreciate everything you do.” You can even tell them something like, “Even if we’re apart, you’re still important to me.” It is important to approach them yourself so that they don’t have a chance to try to grab your attention. This will help reassure them that they don’t need to resort to drama or conflict to get positive attention. Extreme behavior might manifest as threatening to hurt or kill themselves, locking themselves in rooms, or breaking down over minor events. These are usually signs of underlying mental health issues. The good news is, your loved one can get support and treatment from a mental health professional.  You might tell your loved one, "I've noticed that you seemed really upset lately. I love you, and I want to make sure you get the help you need." These behaviors may be a call for help. Try not to dismiss these threats as just attention seeking. They may very well be legitimate. Personality disorders, like Histrionic Personality Disorder or Borderline Personality Disorder, may cause people to engage in extreme attention-seeking behaviors.

TL;DR in English: Determine if there is an underlying cause to their behavior. Boost their self-esteem when they are not actively seeking your attention. Suggest that they get professional help if you think they will hurt themselves.
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Contact paper comes in rolls. Unroll some and lay it flat on the table. Make sure the paper side is facing up.  Don’t unroll too much paper at first, or the wrapping will be difficult to work with. You can always unroll a little more later if the book is large. Contact paper is available at many convenience stores, as well as arts and crafts stores. You can also order a roll online. The text block is the opposite end from the spine. Arrange this edge parallel with the end of the paper. Leave a 1 inch (2.5 cm) space between the book and the end of the paper so you have room to wrap the plastic over the inside cover.

TL;DR in English: Lay a sheet of contact paper flat on a table with the paper side up. Place the book on the paper with the text block 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the end.
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Packing cubes come in full, half, and quarter sizes that each work best with a certain type of clothing. Generally, you should bring a couple smaller quarter-sized cubes for shorter trips, and a variety of the 3 sizes for longer trips. Lay out any clothes made of softer material, such as underwear, T-shirts, jeans, cotton pants, and knitwear. Fold them lengthwise, then roll up each folded piece into a bundle before placing them into the packing cubes. Rolling will keep your clothes compressed, letting you make the most of the space in your suitcase. This is especially helpful for extended trips that require more clothing options. Rolling can damage clothing made of stiff or delicate, expensive fabrics. Fold these normally and stack them in the packing cube. To avoid wrinkles, you can also pack them in a garment bag. This technique works best on items like blazers, dressy pants, dressy skirts, and starched shirts. Make sure that you can easily zip up the packing cubes once you’ve filled them. If they’re straining or overflowing, pull out a few items. There shouldn’t be any wasted space, but everything should still fit comfortably. Start by stacking any folded items in the bottom, then add rolled clothes on top. This will help protect the clothes from moving around too much and getting wrinkled or crumpled. Stacking will also help you get the best use of space out of the packing cubes. Place this cube at the top of your bag to keep the electronics from being crushed. The packing cube will help you find your electronics more easily when you need them, as well as keep all of your cords from getting tangled and mixed in with the rest of your things. If you use a packing cube as a designated laundry bag, make sure to bring some fresh dryer sheets as well. This will help control any odors and keep the cube smelling fresh.  Keeping your laundry in a packing cube will help keep dirty clothes out of the way, separate from the clean clothes, and compressed so they won’t take up too much space in your bags. A...

TL;DR in English: Choose the sizes and shapes you’ll need for the trip. Maximize space by rolling your softer clothes before packing. Fold stiff or delicate clothes instead of rolling them. Fill up the packing cubes without overfilling. Stack your clothes in the cube to reduce wrinkling. Put all of your electronics and chargers in a small cube. Pack a few dryer sheets into a cube to store with your laundry. Pack the cubes into your bag from largest to smallest.
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You can hire a car from many places in Manila that will take you to Tagaytay. The private cars that can take you to Tagaytay often gather near the airport, though, so it is easiest from there. Taxis from the airport have regulated rates that make them more expensive than other options. A private car or an FX (a taxi-like van), hired just outside of the airport, will be a more economical option. You should be able to hire an FX for about $35 in US dollars. Don't be afraid to haggle over the price. For $35 you should at least be able to get to Tagaytay, and maybe hire a driver for the whole day. It is not uncommon for drivers to ask you to pay for fuel. This should come to no more than 1,000 Pesos.

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Cover your shoes to protect your clothes. Place socks in your shoes to help them keep their form. Wrap delicate shoes in a scarf or a t-shirt.

Consider the styles below:  Casual: Casual style basically consists of simple jeans, t-shirts and sweaters. This is the safest and most common style among high school boys. Sporty: As the name suggests, this style is most favoured by members of school sports teams. The sporty style includes track pants, sneakers, sports team tops and varsity jackets.  Preppy: The prep style is conservatively classy. This style involves lots of polo shirts, khakis and button-down shirts.  Skater: The skater style is fun and functional. If you choose this style you'll be wearing lots of flat sneakers, skinny jeans, hats and accessories.  Goth: The goth style is dark and brooding. The goth style has lots of black clothing, combat boots and trench coats.  Emo: The emo style is philosophical and sensitive. You'll be wearing lots of skinny jeans, long bangs and band t-shirts. Be careful with this style, because if you don't do the style right then you might be labelled goth instead of emo.  Hipster: The hipster style is vintage and anti-establishment. Expect to be wearing lots of skinny jeans, plaid shirts, big glasses and scarves as well as clothing that isn't "mainstream".  Classy:The classy style is formal and out-standing. Lots of suits, nice pants, some scarves, good-looking shoes, belt, and maybe good watches (preferably a minimalist watch) that will show your esteem and how you aren't afraid of being different then the casual clothes, gangster type clothes, or "fashionable" clothes. This is important because some stores cater only to one of the above style groups. If you are worried about not being able to find what you're looking for, then try a mall since they have tons of stores in them. You might think that neon yellow vest with purple stripes looks terrific on you, but they will probably have another opinion. However, if you still really like something after they give you the thumbs-down, buy it anyway as long as it isn't super expensive and you think that you will like it until you outgrow it.

TL;DR in English: Decide what style you want to aim for. Research stores before you go shopping. Plan to take your friends along.
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There are three major types of lures that are the best for catching bass. You can get crank baits, spinner baits, and plastic worms. They can all be used successfully no matter the location or the time of year. The main aspect of the lure you need to consider is the color you choose for them. You should have two of each lure for your tackle box, one in a natural color and one in a bright, vibrant color.  Crank bait are small lures that look like small, live fish. There are two three-point hooks on each lure, one under the belly and one at the tail. The lures also have a flat plastic area on the lip of the fish. Try the Jackall Boil Trigger and the Rapala Ultra Light Crank. Spinner bait have two main parts. There is one arm that has large, curved pieces of metal called blades, and there can be one or multiple blades. The other arm is the same length with a hook on the end. The hook is sometimes covered in plastic wig that hides the hook or hooks. Try the Panther Martin or the Blue Fox Vibrax Spinner Minnow. The spinner arms can also be shaped like a fish, which can make it look similar to the crank fish. The difference is the crank fish has two three-pronged hooks and a lip while the spinner has one hook and blades. Plastic worms look like large earthworms and have a hook embedded into them. The fish are hooked once they try to eat the worm, so they are effective but require a bit of patience. If you don't want to use lures, you can also fish using live bait. The most prominent types of live bait for bass are worms, minnows, and crawfish. Worms are easy to keep and carry around, and you can keep them in the refrigerator in dirt if you don't use all of what you bought on your first fishing trip. Minnows and crawfish are harder to handle because you have to keep them in a bucket with water while you fish. You can also frogs, salamanders, and insects. The best kind of minnows for bass are shiner and the creek minnow variety. There are two main types of reels used in bass fishing. You can use a spinning reel,...

TL;DR in English: Get the right lure. Use live bait. Pick a reel.
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Every school has a different set of rules that outline what you are allowed to wear. Although these rules vary, most schools require you to dress on the conservative side, and never show your midriff. Check out your specific school rules in the school handbook, or by asking an administrator at the school. Although you might be tempted to wear your best Friday night outfit to school, you have to remember that school is not a party. You are better off dressing comfortably. Regardless of the dress code, conservative outfits that are cute and casual are always the best option. If you show up to school too formally, others might think you are trying too hard. Keep in mind, you want to dress in a way that allows your teachers to have respect for you and not be distracted by your revealing clothes. Any attention you receive for your clothes should be positive, and not because your shirt is ultra low, or your pants are too tight. You do not want to find yourself breaking school rules and getting in trouble for inappropriate clothes. School is a professional atmosphere, so you should dress the part. Always check your clothes throughout the year for a proper fit. A top that may have once fit you perfectly, might now be riding a little too high on your stomach. Use these steps to check your clothes before you leave the house:  Raise your arms in the air, and if your stomach shows, do not wear it to school. Bend over and touch your toes to check your pants. If you find that your underwear sits higher than the top of your pants, it may be time to get rid of them. Bend over, and check the top of your shirt. If you have a lot of cleavage showing, pick a shirt that is more conservative. Do not wear a shirt that shows your bra strap. Many schools require you to have at least three fingers of coverage on your shoulders. Check the length of your skirt, dress, or shorts by putting your arms straight down by your side. If the length is shorter than your finger tips, it is not appropriate for school.

TL;DR in English: Follow the school dress code. Dress casually. Be sure your clothes fit well.
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You can use a plastic grocery bag, a resealable gallon bag, or a shower cap to cover your shoes. Or, place your shoes inside the drawstring dust bag that they came in when you bought them. This way, you can protect your clothes from dirt and smells.  If you do not have a bag, use tissue paper or saran wrap instead. Place bulky shoes, like sneakers and boots, in different bags, so you can pack them separately in your suitcase. Shoes can become squished into overly stuffed suitcases, warping their shape. Place rolled socks in your shoes, platforms, and stilettos. If your shoes get squished, the socks will help them retain their shape. Keep your formal shoes clean and safe from damage and dirt by wrapping them in something soft. Place your shoes inside a bag. Then wrap pajamas, a sweatshirt, or a scarf around your shoes to protect them.

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Purchase some Kool Aid packs. Get some conditioner. Prepare a location. Make the dyeing mixture. Decide on a pattern.

People who pretend to know everything are not as well liked as people who are willing to ask for help. Asking questions gives other people the opportunity to help you and that makes them feel good. If you are unsure of something or just want to know what someone else thinks, ask questions to give them a chance to share their knowledge. Try to get people to talk about themselves. Research has shown that when people talk about themselves, they feel the same pleasure as when they eat or receive money. . Active listening is a great way to get people to love you. The better you are at listening to people when they are talking, the more they will want to spend time talking with you. Practice active listening by nodding, using neutral phrases, and rephrasing what the speaker has just said.  Demonstrate that you are listening by nodding your head and using neutral phrases, such as, "Uh-huh,” “I see,” and “Yes.” Demonstrate comprehension by rephrasing what the other person just said. For example, if a friend says, “I have been so busy this week,” you can say, “So you haven’t had any time for yourself lately.” . Using humor is a great way to get people to love you too. If you know a good joke, share it with other people. If you are witty, make witty remarks. Just make sure that the humor you use is appropriate for the situation or you may end up offending someone. Look for little ways to make your companions laugh and they will love spending time with you. People who are willing to ask for help when they need it are often interpreted as more likeable than people who pretend like they know how to do everything. Show that you are open to other people’s advice and suggestions by asking for help when you need it. Allowing people opportunities to share their expertise with you will make them feel good and love being around you because of how useful you make them feel. . You can also use positive gossip in your favor to get people to love you. Instead of talking about what you don’t like about people, talk about what you do...

TL;DR in English: Ask questions. Listen well Joke around with people Ask for help when you need it. Say nice things about other people
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You can enable file sharing on a Windows Vista computer to make any file or folder accessible to others in the same Workgroup. Connect the computer to the network on which you'd like to share files. ” Before you can share files, you'll need to make some changes in the Network and Sharing Center. You should see your computer name at the top of the screen, and network information just below. You'll see this link at the top left corner of the Network and Sharing Center. ” This will open the connection properties screen. If you are prompted by Windows to enter your Administrator password or approve changes, you can do so now (and at any other point in this method). ” This service needs to be active to share files across the network. The window will close and you'll return to the Network and Sharing Center. If you see a green circle and the word “On” next to “Network Discovery,” skip to the next step. Otherwise, click the down-arrow next to “Network Discovery” and click “Turn on network discovery.” ” This will expand the File Sharing settings panel. ” The circle next to “File Sharing” will turn green. ” If prompted to enter your password, do so. Now you'll see a dialog box full options with checkboxes next to them. If you don't see this icon, switch to Classic View by clicking the “Classic View” link in the left menu. ” This will make it easy to share files across the network just by right-clicking a file or folder. When you're ready to share a file or folder with the network, just right-click on it and click “Share” to open the Sharing Wizard. Select the users with whom you'd like to share the file or folder and click “Share.” The file will now be shared with that user.

TL;DR in English: Connect the computer to the network. Click the Start menu and select “Control Panel. Click the "Network and Sharing Center” link. Click the “Manage network connections” link. Right-click the icon for your network connection and select “Properties. Place a check mark next to “File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks. Click “OK” to approve the changes. Turn on Network Discovery. Click the downward-facing arrow next to “File Sharing. Select “Turn on File Sharing. Click “Apply. Double-click “Folder Options” in the Control Panel. Check “Use Sharing Wizard” and click “OK. Share a file or folder. Choose who to share the file with.
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Kefir seeds are available online or in health food stores. Kefir seeds reproduce on their own, so one starter batch can last years and years. You can also divide clumps of kefir seeds and give some to friends. Like sourdough, the kefir will simply reproduce, so you'll never run out.  Kefir seeds can be either frozen or dried if you want to store them.  If you expose the kefir seeds to a chemical or extreme temperatures, they can die. If you get into the daily habit of making kefir, it's worth picking out a jar that's just the right size for your needs. For an average amount of kefir, use a quart-sized mason jar. Kefir needs a breathable lid, which you can create using a coffee filter and a mason jar lid ring.  Don't use a plastic container, since the molecules can leach into the kefir. If you wish,  sterilize the jar before using it by boiling it for five minutes, then draining it on a clear paper towel. Kefir is usually made with whole milk. Using full-fat milk gives the kefir a tangy flavor and a yogurt-like texture, making it great to drink by itself or use in smoothies and recipes. For an even thicker kefir, add some cream. If you'd prefer not to drink cow milk, try these alternatives:  Water. You can make a fermented water-based drink with kefir to get its nutritional benefits. Make sure you use purified water, though - tap water contains chemicals that can kill kefir. Goat's milk. The human body is able to digest goat's milk more easily than cow's milk, so this is a good alternative if you're lactose intolerant. Coconut milk. Kefir-fermented coconut milk makes a great base for fruity, healthy drinks. Use the purest coconut milk you can find, with no additives or sugars. If possible,  make your own coconut milk to use. Grains won't reproduce in coconut milk, so you will have to return them to a dairy base when you're finished making this type of kefir.

TL;DR in English: Get kefir seeds. Buy a jar to use for kefir. Pick out a kefir base.
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Decide which color you want your dog’s hair to turn out and purchase some Kool Aid powder packets in the same shade. There are a variety of colors to choose from, but the best options are purple (grape), blue (berry blue), red (cherry or tropical punch), green (kiwi lime), yellow (lemon lime), or orange (orange).  Make sure you get the sugar-free kind of Kool Aid. This works better for dyeing. Remember that the dye will fade over time. Choose a color that you will still like as it fades. For example, red fades to pink after a few weeks. Purchase a bottle of conditioner designed specifically for dogs. This should be available for purchase at most grocery stores and pet stores. Make sure you get the kind that is specially formulated for canines because this will work better for the dyeing. Conditioning your dog’s hair will also help your dog’s coat be less tangled and easier to comb out. Since dyeing your dog’s hair can get a bit messy, you’ll want to choose your location wisely. You don’t want to unintentionally dye a bunch of your surroundings by accident. So choose a location outside, or in your garage, or in another location you don’t mind getting a bit wet and possibly multi-colored. You could even do it in your bathroom if you take the proper precautions ahead of time. Put down some old towels you don’t mind getting dirt or dye on. Take some canine conditioner and mix in the Kool Aid powder in your chosen color. The mixture should make a creamy paste that spreads easily.  You should use the same amount of conditioner you would normally use on your dog, which will vary depending on the size of your dog. Use on or two packets of Kool Aid powder depending on how big your dog is and how vibrant you want the color to be. If you have a large dog and you want a very vibrant color, use two packets. If you have a small dog, use one packet. You can use one color for your dog’s whole body, or you can use several colors in different areas. Make a conditioner/Kool Aid mixture for each color you want to use. You could...

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Sweep high traffic areas every day. Start in one corner and work toward the exit. Sweep each section of the room with small strokes. Use a dustpan at the end to clean it up the dirty piles. Use a clean broom that’s in good shape. Clean your broom from time to time.

You want to use hair tools that are gentle on your hair and scalp. Paddle brushes help your hair lie flat, giving the appearance of longer length, while round brushes create the look of shorter strands. Boar bristle brushes in particular work great to spread natural oils through your hair, which promote hair health.  In addition, use elastic hair ties without any metal. The metal pieces on hair ties can snag your ends and cause damages. Metal combs often result in broken ends, so instead use plastic combs instead. When using styling products like leave-in conditioners, mousses, gels, serums, and hair sprays, always select products with natural ingredients over products with chemical or artificial formulas. Chemical products will strip your hair of its natural oils and cause excessive dryness, while natural products will replenish and hydrate your hair. Look for products rich in coconut oil, jojoba oil, castor oil, and almond oil. In addition, styling products with essential oils like peppermint, tea tree, and eucalyptus are great for thickening hair. In addition to natural ingredients, you can purchase shampoos, conditioners, and styling products that are advertised as “volumizing,” “thickening,” or “lengthening.” These are formulated with ingredients that help open up the hair cuticle. You can also use specialty products that offer hair growth. For best results, use a quarter-size amount when you wash or style your hair. if you want some volume as your hair grows. To get the appearance of thicker hair, squirt a quarter-sized amount of dry shampoo into your hands, and rub your hands together. Then, run your hands through your hair at the roots. This temporarily increases the width of your hair strands. Also, dry shampoo helps your roots stand up, giving the appearance of thicker hair. Exposing your hair to high temperatures cause damages, dryness, and split ends. To keep your hair as healthy as possible, try not to use tools like flat irons or curling irons. Instead, wear your hair naturally or consider...

TL;DR in English: Use a boar bristle paddle brush or plastic combs to avoid breakage. Use hair products rich in natural ingredients. Use thickening shampoos, conditioners, and products. Use dry shampoo Limit the use of heating styling tools.
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Blocking someone on Twitter makes it so you can no longer interact with that person, and vice-versa.  The person you block will not receive any notification that they have been blocked. If they try to view your tweets, however, they will see a message that says If the person you block logs out of Twitter and your tweets are not protected, they will be able to view your tweets. This will expand a menu with various options. A confirmation screen will appear. To make sure the account is blocked, visit the user’s profile page. The button that used to say “Follow” should now say “Blocked.” To unblock an account, return to the user’s profile and tap the “Blocked” button. You will be prompted to confirm that you want to unblock this user. Click “Unblock” if you want to proceed. You can see a list of everyone you have blocked in your block list. You will also be able to unblock users here by clicking the “Block” button next to their user names.  Tap the gear icon (iOS)  or the ⋮ (Android) icon on the “Me” tab. Tap “Privacy and Content.” (Some versions of the app have to tap “Settings” before they see “Privacy and Content.” Tap “Blocked Accounts” to view the list.

TL;DR in English: Open the profile of the user you would like to block. Tap the gear icon (iOS) or ⋮ (Android). Select “Block” from the menu. Tap “Block” again to confirm. View your block list.
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If you suspect that you have an STI, contact your general physician as soon as possible, and request an appointment to get tested for any sexual infections or diseases. Tests are inexpensive and easy, and do not require a referral or specialist consultation.  STI screening will typically include a urine analysis and culture, blood sample analysis, a pelvic exam, and a body tissue sample.  Do not put off getting tested. Many STIs are uncomfortable or painful. Also, putting off getting tested can increase your risk of contracting another STI, including HIV. The majority of STIs are very treatable. Bacterial infections can be cured with antibacterial medications, commonly prescribed as pills or tablets, or administered via injection. Parasite STIs, including scabies and public lice, are treated via a prescribed medicated shampoo. Even for viral STIs that cannot be treated or cured (which includes both herpes and HIV) your doctor can prescribe medications which will alleviate painful symptoms. If you’re sexually active, and especially if you’re not monogamous or change sexual partners with relative frequency, it’s important to get screened for STIs regularly. Some types of STI do not manifest notable symptoms, while the symptoms of other STIs can take weeks or even months to manifest.  When speaking to your doctor, be explicit in asking for an STI screening. Don’t assume that your doctor will test you for STIs simply because they’re performing a PAP smear or drawing blood. In addition, always ask your partner to get tested for STIs before you engage in sexual activity. This will help prevent the spread of STIs. If you don’t have a regular health care provider, or are concerned about the cost of STI screening and treatment, visit a clinic like Planned Parenthood. Although sexual health clinics will vary by region and by country, they’re typically an affordable option for anyone needing a STI screening.

TL;DR in English: Get tested for STIs. Ask about treatment options. Ask your doctor about frequent STI screenings.
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Floors that get a lot of use, such as a kitchen floor, will need to be swept every 1-2 days to be kept clean. Keep in mind that darker colored flooring will take a bit longer to start looking dirty than lighter flooring. Lower traffic areas will need to be swept around twice a week. Pick the corner that is the longest distance from the exit, and plan how to work your way around any furniture to reach the exit. Start by sweeping that corner, and then move outwards, finishing the room by the doorway. Divide the room up into 4 sections, and sweep each using short and deliberate strokes. Keep the pile of swept dirt in each section, creating a new dirt pile in each section. Don’t move the dirt pile around, as this will make the floor dirtier. Sweep up the dirt pile from each section once you have finished sweeping the room. If the dustpan leaves behind a small line of dirt, use a damp paper towel to wipe it up. A clean broom is key to making sure that it will actually clean the floor, rather than add more dirt to it. The bristles should all be facing in one direction. If the broom bristles are askew, invest in a new one. Fill up a sink with hot, soapy water and give it a scrub. Make sure that you use a sink strainer so that the dirt doesn’t block up the drain.

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Stop using any birth control. Track Have sex at least once a day on her 6 most fertile days. Avoid lubricants during sex. See your doctor if you haven't conceived after a year of trying. Keep trying!

Medicine is not a cure-all for your panic attacks. Instead, one of the most common treatments is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), administered with the help of a mental health professional like a psychologist. CBT challenges your fear. It teaches you to replace your false, unfounded fears with more rational beliefs and to develop an inner voice to cope while the fight or flight response runs its course. When feeling panicked, your response with CBT should be reassuring: “I'm in no danger.” Talk to a professional. See what sort of treatment options are available for you. There are in fact a number of different approaches that can be taken separately or at the same time. Mindfulness is an acceptance strategy and form of CBT, addressing aspects of your emotional experience that can't be directly changed. As someone who suffers from panic attacks, you likely have feelings of anxiety, fear, doubt, and urges to escape. With mindfulness you will learn that there is no “off switch” for these feelings and that the attempt to control them will only increase your distress. Mindfulness teaches you strategies to live with the sensations, to soften and accept them while letting them run their course. Exposure therapy reverses our normal response to fears. Our natural reaction is to avoid anxiety-inducing situations. But while avoidance gives immediate relief, it is actually counter-productive and can ultimately worsen your fears or create mental paralysis. Exposure therapy will systematically confront you with your fears or whatever might be inducing your panic.  Most therapists do this slowly, in a graded fashion, so that high-level exposure is not attempted until you successfully face lower-levels. With each step, then, you will build up more emotional “muscle.”  The confrontation can be real (“in-vivo”) or simulated, where you are guided through an imaginary scenario. Once your brain learns that these feelings are not dangerous, it will stop triggering your panic. Exposure therapy has been found to be effective in...

TL;DR in English: Talk to a mental health professional. Try practicing mindfulness. Try exposure therapy.
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To make elderflower cordial, you do need freshly cut elderflowers. You can either harvest these on your own if they grow in your area, or you can find them at farmers markets, local farms, or specialty grocers. Because you'll be using the flowers for food, look for spray- or pesticide-free flowers. The supplies you'll need include:  Large saucepan Fruit zester Sharp knife Large heat-proof mixing bowl Large bowl and funnel Strainer Cheese cloth Bottles or mason jars (with lids) for storing Scissors Mixing spoon Two clean tea towels Pour the water and sugar into a large saucepan and heat over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar has dissolved. Once that happens, increase the heat slightly and bring the mixture to a boil. Once the syrup boils, remove it from the heat. Set it aside to cool as you prepare the other ingredients. Use your fingers to pick out any insects, dirt, and dead flowers. You don’t want to wash the flowers, because washing will remove the pollen, which is where the flowers get most of their delicate flavor.  Use the scissors to trim the stems off the flowers. The stems are actually poisonous and bitter, so remove as much of them as possible. A few stems in the mix won’t hurt you, but you really only want the flowers to make the cordial.  Place the cleaned and trimmed flowers into the heat-proof mixing bowl. Use the zester to remove the zest from one lemon and one orange. Add the zest into the bowl with the flowers. Then cut all the lemons and oranges into slices and add them to the bowl as well. Sprinkle the citric acid over the mixture.  With your hands or a spoon, mix the flowers, zest, fruit slices, and citric acid together. The citric acid serves as a preservative in this recipe. Pour the syrup over the fruit and citrus mixture and give it all a stir. Cover the bowl with the clean, dry tea towel and let it sit. For the best results, let the cordial sit like this, covered and at room temperature, for 24 to 48 hours. This will give the syrup time to become infused with the flavors...

TL;DR in English: Gather your supplies. Heat the water and sugar. Clean and trim the flowers. Add the citrus to the flowers. Add the syrup and steep.
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This should include a minimum down payment, monthly payments, and interest rate. You will want to negotiate terms that you feel confident that you can pay, but also meet the seller’s demand to receive his or her money in a timely fashion. The flexibility in these deals is one of the principal advantages to buying with a land contract.  You should set up a contract that allows you to pay your debt ahead of schedule without any penalties. You should aim to spend as little time under contract as possible, because as long as you are under contract, there is the possibility that the deal with go awry and you will lose the house and your investment.  Try to avoid including a balloon payment. A common feature of land contracts, they require you to close out the lending period, usually after a period of five to ten years, with a large lump sum payment of whatever is left on the loan.  They ensure that the seller receives his or her payment in a timely fashion, ideally when the buyer will be in a better financial position to make such a large payment. Often you will need to take out a loan to cover a balloon payment. It is best to negotiate a deal that does not require a balloon payment as it can cost you your house if you are unable to meet the obligation. Because land contracts can be risky ventures you should confirm that all components of the offer are satisfactory. You will need to consider not only special stipulations put into the deal, but also state laws. A legal expert can verify for you that there are no hidden pitfalls in the deal.  Check state laws to confirm procedures for missed payments. In some states a single missed payment will invalidate the deal, so that the seller will be able to keep the property and your payments, which become, in essence, rent payments. Other states give the buyer a right to the home if they were up-to-date with a majority of their payments and paid the total sum owed by a specified time.  Ask the lawyer for a title opinion. This is a comprehensive survey of all liens and...

TL;DR in English: Have your agent write up an offer. Consult with a real estate lawyer. Sign the contract. Maintain the house. Make regular payments.
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When you and your partner are ready to start trying to get pregnant, stop using condoms, and talk to her about stopping her hormonal birth control if she's on any. If she has an implanted contraceptive device, like an IUD or an implant in her arm, your partner will need to visit her doctor to have it removed. If your partner is on hormonal birth control, it could take up to 6 months for her hormone levels to regulate. your partner's ovulation each month. The best way to get a woman pregnant is to have sex with her around the time that she ovulates, or when she releases an egg. This typically occurs in between her menstrual cycles. You can use a calendar to keep up with the days, or you can use a fertility tracking app to help you both remember. You can also track fertility by measuring your partner's basal temperature once a day, or she can monitor her cervical mucus. Once you establish when your partner ovulates, try to have sex at least once a day during that week. Since your sperm can live for up to 5 days after ejaculation, having sex frequently during this time will help ensure there's viable sperm available when the egg arrives. Even when she's not ovulating, try to have sex about 2-3 times a week. Not only will each individual session increase the odds that you'll conceive, having a lot of sex can actually boost your sperm count. Lubricants may affect your sperm's movement, so try not to use them if you don't have to. If you do need lubricants to help with comfortable sex, ask your doctor about an option that won't affect your sperm.  Popular lubricants like Astroglide and K-Y jelly may have an affect on how sperm function. Baby oil and canola oil are lubricating options that may work without affecting your sperm. Your general physician may order a semen analysis, which will check both your sperm count and the health of your sperm. If there are any problems, your doctor may refer you to a male fertility specialist. Your partner should arrange an appointment with her doctor at the same time to rule out...

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Identify the ants Find the ants’ entry points. Find the ant nest.

Unless you're already a vegetarian family, this is probably not the time to ask everyone to go veggie but at least raise it as an option. Discuss ways to eat green, including using non-disposable plates, bowls, utensils, and napkins. . Meat-free meals could be made more frequent within the meal roster. Less meat consumption is healthy for everyone, and the environmental costs of producing milk, eggs, and meat includes increased land usage, high-protein grain for animal feed, and the production of methane. Check out websites on the slow food movement or sites that are dedicated to locovore eating habits (eating locally produced food). If anyone in the family has reservations about eating vegetarian meals, borrow some books on achieving optimal health as vegetarian or vegan, to reassure yourselves that you are going to be getting all needed nutrients. Borrow some books and DVDs from the library on this topic. A few suggestions are Michael Pollan's “The Omnivore's Dilemma,” “Food Rules,” and “In Defense of Food,” or Morgan Spurlock's DVD “Super Size Me.”

TL;DR in English: Implement green food habits. Eat vegetarian meals Research healthy options.
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Marijuana has a distinctive odor that may be musky or skunk-like, and often slightly sweet. This smell may linger on a marijuana user's clothing, breath, skin, or hair. You might also notice it in a room where they smoke or store their smoking implements. Someone using marijuana may try to hide the scent by wearing perfume or cologne, using breath mints, or using incense or air fresheners in the room(s) where they smoke. Marijuana can be consumed in a variety of different ways. Look around for any of the following types of implements:  Rolling papers or blunt wraps Pipes (often made of glass) Bongs (or water pipes) Vape pens Grinders Long-term marijuana use can lead to a variety of mental and behavioral changes. A marijuana user may experience a loss of energy and motivation. Depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues may get worse or appear for the first time. Marijuana use can also affect interpersonal relationships and school or work performance. You might also notice:  A lack of interest in things the person used to enjoy. A change in habits relating to money. For example, the person may frequently ask for money, start stealing money, or go through money rapidly without being able to explain where it is going. Evasive behavior (e.g., acting like they are trying to hide something, or not giving straightforward answers to questions about what they're doing).

TL;DR in English: Check for the smell of marijuana. Look for items related to marijuana use. Watch for changes in behavior and relationships.
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It's the white phone on a green speech bubble icon. If this is your first time opening WhatsApp on your phone, you'll need to set up WhatsApp first. It's in the bottom right corner of the screen. If WhatsApp opens to a conversation, tap the back button in the top left corner of the screen first. You'll find this option at the bottom of the screen. It's in the middle of the pop-up window here. You may have to scroll down to find it.  You can use the search bar at the top of the screen to search for a specific contact. It's in the bottom right corner of the screen. Doing so will open a New Message window with a link to WhatsApp. If you tapped more than one name, you'll see Send [Number] Invites instead. It's the green or blue icon in the right side of the text window near the bottom of the screen. Doing so will send an invite to your selected person (or people); if they download and join WhatsApp, you'll be able to contact them through the app.

TL;DR in English: Open the WhatsApp app. Tap Settings. Scroll down and tap Tell a Friend. Tap Message. Tap your friend's name. Tap Send 1 Invite. Tap the send arrow.
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. Correctly identifying the ants roaming around your kitchen is an extremely important first step in rectifying your ant problem. That is because there are many different ant species that all have different habits and behaviors which can affect the treatment needed to get rid of them.  Look at the ants in your kitchen and note their characteristics. Some characteristics to look for are their size and color. Ants in your kitchen are most likely either pharaoh ants or pavement ants, but it is possible they are a different species.  Once you know some identifying characteristics about the ants, do some online research to correctly determine the species of ants in your kitchen, and some of the best methods recommended for eliminating that species. Follow the ants that are already in your house for a few minutes, and try and find the spots where they are entering your home. Look inside the house around windows, doorways, and cracks in the floor, but also outside the house around doorways, windows, siding, and accent lights. If any ants are coming in and out through these points, focus on these areas in your cleaning efforts to ensure the ants don’t enter through these points. Once you have identified a trail and entry points from which the ants are entering your house, try and notice the trail that the ants follow out of your house. You will see that they all follow the same trail. That is because when they enter your home, they leave a scented trail behind them for the rest of the colony to follow. It won’t always be easy to find an ant nest, but if you do identify its location, you can spray the ant hill with a poison spray, or attack the ant problem at the source by baiting the ants in your house to take poison back to the nest, and kill the colony.

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Learn how to use a massage. If you are a beginner, you may need to use a massage. If you are a beginner, you may need to use a massage. If you are a beginner, you may need to use a massage. If you are a beginner, you may need to use a massage. If

See an acupuncturist. Get a good massage. Go to yoga or pilates classes.

There are three different ways of calculating your premature baby's age, all of which must be taken into account when tracking your baby's growth and development.  The term gestational age refers to the baby's age as calculated from the mother’s first day of her last menstruation cycle. This number is very important for identifying your infant's development and growth levels before birth. Your baby's chronological age refers to the age that is calculated from the point that the infant is born. This term describes the age for all the newborns, and it represents your own age. The last term is called the corrected age which refers to the correct age of your infant as if they continued their natural uterine journey. It’s calculated by subtracting the number of weeks your baby was premature from their chronological age. For example,  if your infant was born four weeks early, and their age now is twelve weeks, this means that their corrected age equals eight weeks (Chronological age “12” – Early weeks time “4” = Corrected age “8”). It's important to understand that while a premature baby's development may be slow in terms of their chronological age, it might be right on track in terms of their corrected age. Therefore, it's important to keep the corrected age in mind when watching out for issues with growth and development. Premature babies tend to gain weight more slowly than full-term babies, but this is usually not a cause for concern. A record is kept with the doctor and chart is plotted on a graph to check whether the baby's weight gain is on track.  Full-term babies usually gain weight at a rate of 30 ounces per day. However, the rate of weight gain will be slightly different for a premature baby. Premature baby’s tend to gain weight at a slightly slower rate than full-term. Hence keeping weight records helps you and your doctor to understand and track their progress. Premature babies are prone to infections, as their immune system is not yet fully developed. Hence these kids tend to have low immunity and are...

TL;DR in English: Understand the difference between your baby's gestational age, chronological age and corrected age. Observe your premature baby's weight gain. Look for the development of ear infections. Be watchful for any problems with your baby's eyes. Take note of when the baby reaches certain milestones. Observe when the baby first starts picking things up. Keep track of when your baby starts to smile, roll over and "speak". Be aware that premature infants may take a while to start crawling or walking.
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Keep in mind that your television must be connected to the Internet in order to download apps. This will take you to the home page. It's the person-shaped icon in the top-right corner of the screen. Your account details include your email address and your password. This will cause the home page to scroll right, allowing you to view the different app categories. On the home page, there are multiple cards with category names (e.g., GAME WORLD) in their top-left corners; selecting a category will let you view the relevant apps. Doing so will take you to the app's page. This button is just below the app's title. You'll see the price here instead of Install if the app isn't free. This will begin installing the app. Once it finishes downloading, you can select Launch where the Install button was to start the app.

TL;DR in English: Turn on your TV. Press your remote's SMART button. Select the profile icon. Enter your LG account details and select Sign In. Scroll up on your TV's remote. Select an app category. Select an app you wish to download. Select Install. Select OK when prompted.
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Class is a time to learn new things and solidify the information that you may have learned in the previous class. If you don’t go to class, it is much more difficult to stay current with the material.  Ask questions in class. Your teacher is there to make sure you have a solid grasp on the material. If you have a question, don’t hesitate to ask it. Some of the other students in the class likely have the same question. Prepare for class by reading the lesson you are going to cover ahead of time and know the formulas, theorems, and postulates by heart. Pay attention to your teacher while you are in class. You can talk to your classmates at break or after school. Geometry is the math of shapes and angles. To understand geometry, it is easier to visualize the problem and then draw a diagram. If you're asked about some angles, draw them. Relationships like vertical angles are much easier to see in a diagram; if one isn't provided, draw it yourself.  Understanding the properties of shapes and visualizing them is essential to succeeding in geometry. Practice recognizing shapes in various orientations and based on their geometric properties (the measure of angles, number of parallel and perpendicular lines, etc.). Study groups are a good way to learn the material and clarify concepts you don’t understand. Having a group that meets on a regular schedule will also force you to stay on top of the material and try your best to comprehend it. Studying with classmates is useful when you come to more difficult topics. You can work through them together to figure them out. One of your study mates may understand something that you don’t and help you out with it. You might also be able to help them understand something and learn it better by teaching them. A protractor is a semicircle-shaped tool used to measure the degree of an angle. It can also be used to draw angles. Knowing how to properly use a protractor is an essential skill in geometry. To measure the degree of an angle:  Align the center hole of the protractor over...

TL;DR in English: Attend every class. Draw diagrams. Form a study group. Know how to use a protractor. Do all of the assigned homework. Teach the material. Do lots of practice problems. Seek extra help.
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Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine. It involves long sterilized needles that are inserted into key points of your body. Acupuncture is effective at treating many forms of pain, though studies have not clearly shown what its most effective uses are. It is as safe as other forms of medicine, as long as the needles are sterilized and the acupuncturist is experienced.  Find an acupuncturist who is licensed by the state. Try acupuncture in combination with visiting a chiropractor and attending physical therapy. Back pain caused by muscle tension or overuse can be relieved by massage. Let your masseuse know where you hurt, and speak up if they do anything that feels painful or wrong. The body compensates for pain by using other muscles that are not usually used. These muscles become sore and tight, and massage can relieve some of this tension. Taking classes with an experienced yoga or pilates teacher can be an excellent way to strengthen and relax your back muscles. Some kinds of yoga will be better for your back than others. Ask your doctor or physical therapist for recommendations. When you stretch, stop if something hurts or feels off. You may need to skip or adjust some stretches to accommodate your injury.

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If you want to send a message, tap the "Back" button in the top-left corner of the screen. You can also create a new conversation by tapping the "New" icon in the top-right corner of the screen. You can also create a new conversation by tapping the "New" icon in the

Open your iPhone's  Messages. Select a conversation. Tap the text field. Tap the "Dictation" icon. Tap Enable Dictation when prompted. Say aloud your message. Send your message. Use Siri to compose and send a message.

The first step is to decide who you wish to target for your product or service. Certainly, it would be great if the entire world wanted what you have, but that is not realistic. For example, if you manufacture car parts, then your target market is going to be those people who own or work on cars. But if you are a musician specializing in children's music, then your target market will be parents of small children, or perhaps the children themselves. Identifying your target market will help you later decide how to advertise and maximize the value of your marketing resources. Many sources are available online from a variety of reliable, government sources. In the United States, some of the most applicable sources for conducting your market research may be:  U.S. Census Bureau, www.census.gov www.business.gov, contains links to state and national data about businesses Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.bls.gov U.S. Department of Commerce, www.commerce.gov By identifying your target market, you will be able to focus your marketing resources and increase your overall profits. The goal is not to exclude anyone, but rather to pinpoint your most likely customers. Demographic characteristics include age, gender, marital status, family size, income, education level, occupation, race, and religion.  Demographic information can often be found online as a compilation of different reports from the federal government. Check the Census Bureau and Commerce Department websites. You can find a useful resource from the U.S. Census Bureau at https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/table/PST045215/00. If you are marketing to other businesses, demographic information includes where the business is located, how many branches they have, their annual revenue, number of employees, industry, and how long the business has been running. You can usually gather this data from annual reports, which are public record. Contact the secretary of state's office in your state and ask for corporations data. Psychographic information tells you about your...

TL;DR in English: Identify your target market. Use a variety of available resources. Study your target market demographically. Describe your target market psychographically. Understand your target market behavioristically.
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After the shower, there is only so much time before the moisture dries on your legs and dissipates. Wait too long and your skin may become dry enough that it not only loses the available moisture to be trapped, but it also invites the potential for allergens and bacteria. Most dermatologists seem to recommend starting out with a pea-sized amount and working your way up to more as necessary.  You don’t want to leave your legs feeling oily, so use as little as necessary. Put extra lotion on the knees to reduce roughness and darkness, and be sure to gently rub it in.  Apply liberally in the driest areas. Using a soft cloth so as to not aggravate the skin, spread the baby oil all over the leg.  Repeat on the other leg, using any excess from the first leg. Results will not be something that happens overnight.   Try to create a consistent habit so you can see positive results.

TL;DR in English: Wait no more than three minutes to apply your leg cream. Use a pea-sized dollop to start. Spread lotion onto your legs. Pour some baby oil on your legs for the extra morning shine. Repeat the steps above consistently.
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Grease the inside of two 7-inch (17.78-centimeter) cake pans. To make the cakes easier to remove, consider lining each pan with a 7-inch (17.78-centimeter) circle of parchment paper. Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl first. Add the sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir everything together with a whisk. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour the soy milk, vanilla extract, olive oil, and vinegar into the well. Stir everything together with a whisk until the color and texture are consistent. Use a rubber spatula to scrape any leftover batter out of the bowl and into the pans. Gently tap the sides of each pan to help settle any air bubbles. The cakes are ready when a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. If the cakes are not ready by then, continue baking them at 5-minute intervals; check the cakes for doneness with the toothpick between each interval. Use oven mitts or a potholder to take the cakes out of the oven and transfer them to a wire cooling rack. Allow the cakes to cool off completely, then remove them from the pans. Run a knife along the inside of each pan first, then invert the pans to release the cake. Mix the powdered sugar, vegan butter, vanilla extract, and non-dairy milk together using an electric mixer. Start off with a low speed, then work your way up to a high one. Keep mixing until the frosting is creamy and smooth. The frosting should be thin enough to spread, but thick enough to hold onto the spatula. If the frosting is too thin, add more powdered sugar; if it's too thick, add more milk. Set one of the cakes onto a plate, and spread some of the frosting on top with an off-set cake decorating spatula. Add the second cake on top, then finish coating the top and sides with the rest of your frosting.  For a more flavorful cake, add some sliced strawberries inside the cake, and whole strawberries on top.  If you are preparing the cake ahead of time, hold off on the strawberries until serving time, or the cake will get soggy.

TL;DR in English: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Mix together the dry ingredients. Whisk in the wet ingredients. Distribute the batter evenly between both pans. Bake the cakes in the center of the oven for 30 minutes. Cool the cakes on a rack before removing them from the pans. Prepare the frosting. Frost the cakes.
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Tap the Messages app icon, which resembles a white speech bubble on a light-green background. Tap the conversation to which you want to send your message. This will open the conversation.  If Messages opens to a conversation that you don't want to use, first tap the "Back" button in the top-left corner of the screen. You can also create a new conversation by tapping the "New" icon in the top-right corner of the "Messages" page and then entering a friend's name or phone number, and tapping the text field. It's at the bottom of the screen. Doing so opens your iPhone's keyboard. This microphone-shaped icon is to the left of the space button. If you've never used or enabled Dictation before, tapping it prompts a pop-up menu. It's in the middle of the pop-up menu. You should see the Dictation soundwave icon appear where the keyboard used to be. Skip this step if you've used Dictation before. Speak clearly when stating the message that you want to send.  Dictation won't automatically use punctuation, but it will recognize words like "comma", "period", "question mark", and "exclamation mark" as punctuation. For example, saying "hey comma I'm going to go to the store period do you want anything question mark" would result in the message "Hey, I'm going to go to the store. Do you want anything?" being written. Unfortunately, you can't send your text message with Dictation. To send the message, tap the keyboard icon at the bottom of the Dictation window, then tap the "Send" arrow to the right of the text field. If you want to compose and send a message without having to type or tap the "Send" arrow, you can use Siri:  Activate Siri by holding down the Home button (iPhone 8 and down) or the Side button (iPhone X), or say "Hey Siri" if you have Hey Siri enabled. Say "Send a message to name" where "name" is your contact's first and last name as they appear in the Contacts app. Say aloud your message when Siri asks you what you want to send. Say "Yes" when Siri asks you if you want to send the message.

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Pull the car onto level, solid ground. Loosen the lug nuts with a lug wrench (tire iron) or impact wrench. Jack up the car. Remove the wheel. Submerge the tire in water. Watch for air bubbles.

Start by removing the laces from the holes at the top of your shoe—closest to your leg—and work your way down to the tip. After you remove your laces, stuff them into a sock—this allows you to clean them separately in the same load as your sneakers. Tie the end of the sock tightly with a lace or elastic band. If your shoes have laces that feed through plastic loops that hold them in place, don't bother removing them. Place all of your shoes into a pillowcase—whichever size accommodates your load—and twist the end tightly to hold it closed. Afterward, fasten the twisted end with a rubber band wrapped around it 2 times or more, depending on the size of the rubber band and the thickness of the twisted end.  Fold the twisted end in half before wrapping the rubber band around it to make it snugger. Usually, you can fit 2 to 3 pairs of shoes in a pillowcase. Put as many in as you want, but try not to stuff it too tight. Remember that not all shoe materials can be washed in a washing machine. Always follow the manufacturer's recommendations. Put the pillowcase with your shoes and sock with your laces into the washer. Afterward, stuff the remaining space around the bags with rags to prevent the bags from hitting the walls. Finally, dump in 1 full cup of your favorite laundry detergent. If you have a top washer with a center turbine, wrap its edges with a towel. " Turn the load size dial to slightly before the "Medium" and hit the "Cold" button. Now, put the spin mode to "Delicate" on the "Normal" setting. Double-check your settings and then turn the washer on and wait! Always use the "Delicate" or—for older washers—"Knits Gentle" setting for your mesh shoes. This minimizes agitation of the fabric and prevents it from stretching. Indoor areas like a hayloft or shed or outdoor locations that provide enough shade are ideal. Never store your shoes in a basement, and avoid garages, as they often don't provide enough airflow.  If you have an electric household fan, place it in front of your shoes to decrease drying time...

TL;DR in English: Remove the laces from your shoes and put them in a sock. Stuff your shoes into a pillowcase and twist the end. Place your shoes and laces into the washer with detergent. Wash your shoes on "Delicate" and "Cold. Air-dry your shoes for 1 day in a cool, dry location.
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Put your letter aside for a day or so and look at it with fresh eyes. Does your letter make sense? Have you said something in an unclear manner? If so, tinker with your sentences and paragraphs so that you are clearer. Also revise to make the letter as brief as possible. People are very busy. You might be able to combine sentences or paragraphs. Cut any unnecessary words. Typos, missing words, and other errors will reduce your credibility. Read over the letter to find these errors before sending. You can edit your letter by doing the following:  Ask another person to read the letter to find mistakes. Read the letter backwards. Start with the last sentence. Read it, then move to the sentence before it. This way, you’ll focus carefully on each sentence and find any errors. Read the letter out loud. Our eyes tend to correct errors when we read silently to ourselves. By reading out loud, you might stumble over an error. Senators typically do not provide email addresses for constituent comments. Instead, their websites provide webforms for you to fill in with your contact information, topic (often from a drop-down list), and comments. If you have already drafted a letter, copy the body of it and paste it into the “comments” block on the webform.  Senators create and operate their own websites. However, generally speaking, you’ll be asked to provide your name, address, email address, phone number, topic of your comments, and then your comments. For example, you’d submit comments to Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey at https://www.casey.senate.gov/contact/. Alternatively, you’d submit comments to Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey at https://www.toomey.senate.gov/?p=contact. Often, Senators won’t respond to letters. However, when they do, they send standardized responses. Don’t be offended. Check if your Senator voted how you wanted. If they did, thank them by sending a quick comment via their webpage. Senators usually receive lots of negative mail, so they'll appreciate the positivity.

TL;DR in English: Revise your letter. Edit the letter. Submit comments via webform instead of standard email. Read your response.
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You might not want him to be your boyfriend, but you probably still care about his happiness. It can be very difficult know how to react when you see your ex around. Maybe you are in classes together or are members of the same sports club. If you do see your ex around quite often and you want to maintain some cordial relations with him and show him that you do care, don't blank or ignore him.  If you never speak, it is likely that any festering resentment between you will continue to grow. Just making an effort to acknowledge each other and smile when you see each other can demonstrate that you want to be friends. It can be very difficult to build a friendship with an ex so remain patient and don't expect to develop a good friendship quickly. It can be very awkward when you find yourself in a social situation with your ex and neither or you know quite how to approach it, or react to each other. Avoid any long silences by making neutral small talk about everyday things that are nothing to do with your relationship. If you can get used to just talking about normal things you can try to develop a platonic friendship.  Keeping conversation friendly but brief can help ease you both into the new relationship dynamic. You could say, "Hey, did you see the game last night?" You could ask about mutual friends or work. Being generally helpful and attentive will help you to indicate to your ex that you do still care about him. Small gestures can be a good way to show your ex that you still think of him. For example, if your ex used to love eating a particular candy bar and you find you have one left over from lunch, pass it on to him and just say "I had this left over, and thought you might want it".  If you just want to show your ex that you still care, not that you want to get back together make sure these gestures do not give the wrong impression. When you speak to him keep your tone friendly and polite but fairly neutral and unemotional. If he is still pining after you, a misjudged gesture could make things worse so...

TL;DR in English: Don't completely ignore your ex. Ease awkwardness with small talk. Make small gestures of friendship. Do social activities with mutual friends. Understand your ex might be unfriendly.
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You do not want the car to roll or sink once you have it jacked up. It is important to remember to loosen, or break, the lug nuts before you jack up the vehicle.  This way the weight of the vehicle is still on the wheels and it prevents them from spinning dangerously while you turn the lugs. Once the lugs have been loosened, it will be necessary to jack the car up so that the wheels can be removed.  As mentioned above, this should be done on level concrete or some other hard, level surface.  Some important things to remember when jacking up the care are:  Your service manual will recommend jacking points The most common way to elevate the car is a floor jack, or trolley jack. If you are unsure how to use one visit Lift a Car Using a Trolley Jack. You should use jack stands to stabilize the car.  A good tutorial on jack stands can be found at Use Jack Stands. If you have access to a hydraulic lift it will save you time. At this point, the lugs may be loose enough to remove by hand.  If not, finish removing the lugs with the lug wrench or impact wrench.  Once the lugs are removed, pull the wheel off of the wheelbase. If you are uncomfortable removing a wheel, read about how to Remove Lug Nuts and Tires. You can use a small kiddie pool, bathtub, or any other container large enough to hold the tire. You should add water until the tire is completely submerged and then allow the water to settle. Once the water has settled you might notice air bubbles escaping from the tire. If so, you have found your leak.

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Use a blackberry to measure the density of the stone. The blackberry will measure the density of the stone. The blackberry will measure the density of the stone. The blackberry will measure the density of the stone. The blackberry will measure the density of the stone. The blackberry will measure the density of

Let a jeweler examine your jade to determine if it’s real. Ask the jeweler to do a density test. Get the jeweler to estimate the value of your jade.

Fill a bowl or denture cleaning container with cold tap water. Drop in the tablet. Remove it after 5 to 10 minutes. Do not leave the mouth guard in the water all day or overnight as strong cleaning solutions could harm it. Store your mouth guard in its container. You might also want to rinse it after taking it out of the container.

TL;DR in English: Purchase denture or retainer cleaning tablets. Place the mouth guard in the solution. Rinse well.
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Refer back to the dimensions of the frame backing board you measured earlier. Using these measurements, place the ruler or T-square along the first edge of the mat and mark with a pencil on the back side of the mat where the cutting edge is to be. Start at the top edge of the mat and make a small notch every few inches. This will give you a dotted line to follow as you cut, and can help you realign the cutting trajectory if the ruler is to slip at any point. Always mark and cut from the back side of the mat. That way, none of your marks or cutting imperfections will be visible on the finished mat surface. Take the razor, box cutter or mat cutter tool and line it up with the edge of the ruler. Make sure the cutting edge is flush with the ruler; if you're using a mat cutter tool, it will be a sliding attachment with its own ruled edge to ensure that the cutter doesn't slip. When cutting manually, be sure to press firmly against the ruler or T-square to keep it from moving as you cut. Cut the mat with a slow, steady motion, applying equal pressure throughout the whole movement. Repeat the cutting process on the remaining three sides of the mat, checking again that the length and width are accurate and that you're cutting the right amount.  Bear down hard when cutting the mat. It's best to go all the way through on the first pass to keep the cut clean and straight, but if that's not possible then make several lighter passes, watching for crooked cuts. To continue a cut that is only partially complete, push down vertically with your blade until you go all the way through, adjust the angle of the blade, and resume cutting.  Remember: safety first. Severe injury can result from improper use of cutting tools. Cut slowly and keep all appendages out of the path of the blade. Cut the second mat board to the exact specifications of the first. You'll be using this mat as the window frame for the front of the picture. If you've selected a mat of a fanciful color or design, it should be the one you use for the window mat,...

TL;DR in English: Mark the first mat where it is to be cut. Cut the first (backing) mat. Cut the second (window frame) mat. Create layered mats. Secure the mats.
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The Blackberry menu button contains icon of multiple dots, and is located next to the green Call button. If Email Settings is not shown, look for it in the Setup folder, or in the "Setup Wizard" within the Setup folder. Menu options will vary depending on the make and model of your Blackberry device.  If you do not have an enterprise activation password, contact the system administrator that manages the email server at your place of business to obtain this information. " This will complete the setup of your corporate email account.

TL;DR in English: Push the "Blackberry" menu button on your Blackberry. Select "Email Settings" from your menu options. Select "Enterprise Account" at the prompt. Enter your enterprise activation password when prompted. Select "Finish.
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Jewelers are trained to recognize real and fake precious gems and stones. They can examine the stone under a magnifier to make sure it has the structure of a true jade and to check for signs of a fake. They will evaluate the properties of the stone and then tell you if it’s real or fake.  Typically, the jeweler will do these tests while you’re there. You may want to talk to more than 1 jeweler to get multiple opinions about the authenticity of the stone. Your jeweler can measure the density of the stone you suspect is jade using a spring scale and water displacement test. Then, they’ll compare the density to a jade density chart to see if it meets the standards of real jade. If it does, then your stone is likely real. However, it’s likely not real if the density of your stone is not consistent with jade. If you have concerns about the density test, ask your jeweler how they typically perform the test before they get started. They may even let you watch them do it. One of the benefits of seeing a jeweler is getting your stone valued. The jeweler can evaluate both the jade and its setting, if the stone is already part of a piece of jewelry. Ask them how much you can expect to sell the jade for, as well as if they think the value could increase over time.  Keep in mind that this valuation is still an estimate. It’s best to talk to multiple jewelers when you’re trying to estimate the value of a piece, but this can help you understand what your stone is worth.

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Learn about the importance of the human body. Learn about the importance of the human body. Learn about the importance of the human body. Learn about the importance of the human body. Learn about the importance of the human body. Learn about the importance of the human body. Learn about the importance of the human body. Learn

Participate in internships to gain field experience. Join mentorship programs to train for a career. Participate in paleontological digs whenever possible. Volunteer to help with paleontological research.

Iron is important to your body. It helps make red blood cells. Those blood cells move oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. If you're cutting meat (a good source of iron), you'll need to add other foods with iron to your diet.  Some good sources of iron are broccoli, legumes (lentils, chickpeas, and baked beans), fortified cereals, enriched pasta, soybeans, tofu, dried fruit, and pumpkin seeds. Greens are also iron-rich, such as kale. If you eat these foods with foods high in vitamin C, your body will take in the iron more easily. Foods high in vitamin C include things like oranges, grapefruit, lemons, limes, tomatoes, broccoli, and strawberries. For instance, a good mixture to increase your iron would be a broccoli and chickpea salad with a squeeze of lemon juice. Some people may still need an iron supplement, especially girls who are having their periods. You may have heard calcium is good for strong bones. That's important when you're growing. You also may have heard that dairy is a great source of calcium. Many vegetarians still eat dairy, and if you are going to, that's one place you can get the calcium you need.  You can also get calcium by eating your greens (like kale). Figs are also a good source. Fortified soymilk, tofu, and fortified orange juice have calcium as well. A good meal for getting in some calcium might include sauteed kale tossed with some tofu or feta cheese, if you eat dairy. Vitamin D helps your body take in the calcium. That means your body can better use it for your bones. Most milk is fortified with this vitamin, and it is often included in fortified soy milk, too.  Interestingly, though, this is one area where you're like a plant. You can absorb vitamin D from being in the sun. You don't want to be out so long that you get burned, but just playing outside can be enough for you to get your vitamin D.  If you go outdoors to get your vitamin D, only stay in the sun for about 10 minutes. When spending more time in the sun, you need a sunscreen. Talk to your doctor to see if...

TL;DR in English: Eat your iron. Get your calcium. Eat your vitamin D, or take in some sun. Find sources of vitamin B12. Find sources of zinc.
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Ear infections in beagles need immediate care. In addition to making your beagle feel even more miserable, an untreated an ear infection could lead to permanent hearing loss and cause illness in other parts of his body. Your vet will use an instrument called an otoscope to take a closer look inside your beagle’s ears. They will also take a sample of the debris and/or discharge in his ears and look at it under the microscope. If your beagle’s ears are really painful and sensitive, your beagle would need to be sedated for the exam.  Your vet will examine your beagle as a whole to identify other potential causes of the ear infection (e.g., diabetes, diseases of the immune system).  Food allergies can cause chronic ear infections in dogs. If your vet suspects a food allergy, then you would need to conduct a food elimination trial with your vet’s guidance. In general, treatment for ear infections involves cleaning and medicating the ears. The type of medication needed depends on the cause of the infection (e.g., antibiotics for a bacterial infection, antifungals for a yeast infection). Steroids are used to reduce inflammation.  If your beagle has a severe infection, he will need a veterinary ear cleaning. For the procedure, your vet would anesthetize your beagle, flush his ears out with warm water and put medication in the ears.  Underlying health conditions would need to be treated and/or managed along with the ear infection. If mites are causing the ear infection, your vet will prescribe a medication to kill the mites. Surgery is a ‘last resort’ option for chronic ear infections when there is so much scarring that the ear canal is nearly closed. A veterinary specialist would remove the entire ear canal. Although this procedure is expensive, it is very effective at preventing future ear infections. and treat your beagle’s ears as prescribed. Successful treatment of your beagle’s ear infection depends on you administering the medications exactly as prescribed. When you clean his ears, apply the prescribed number...

TL;DR in English: Schedule an appointment with your vet. Have your vet examine your beagle’s ears. Discuss treatment options with your vet. Clean
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It's a blue globe icon with an orange fox wrapped around it. This will open the DownThemAll! add-on page. It's a green button in the middle of the page. You'll see this in the upper-left side of the page. It's in the top-left side of the page. You have successfully installed this add-on. Type a website address or search term into the URL bar at the top of the Firefox window, then press ↵ Enter. It's in the menu bar that's in the top-left side of the Firefox window. If you don't see this tab on a Windows computer, press the Alt key to prompt the menu bar to appear. This option will be at the bottom of the Tools drop-down menu. Selecting it prompts a pop-out menu. It's at the top of the pop-out menu. A new window will open. This tab is at the top of the window. Click the circle on the far-left side of each picture link to select it. Unfortunately, there is no "Select All" feature. It's at the bottom of the window. Doing so will prompt your selected pictures to download to your desktop.

TL;DR in English: Open Firefox. Go to the DownThemAll! add-on page. Click + Add to Firefox. Click Add when prompted. Click OK when prompted. Go to a page with images that you want to download. Click the Tools tab. Select DownThemAll Tools. Click DownThemAll!. Click Pictures and Media. Select pictures to download. Click Start!.
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After high school, apply for internships through paleontology organizations, universities, and museums. You can learn about internship opportunities through your university and through local natural history museums. Many paleontology organizations offer internships in paleontology, as well as nonprofit-oriented work.  Keep up on searching for internships all year, because companies and organizations often post opportunities online. You can do a simple online search for internships in the field of your interest to start finding opportunities.  For example, the Bighorn Basin Paleontological Institute offers internships in fossil preparation, digitizing collections, education, grant writing, marketing and promotion, web development, and nonprofit management. It could be helpful to speak to a paleontologist at a local museum to tell you how to start collecting fossils on your own. The Paleontological Society lists mentorship programs that are hosted by the Geological Society of America. These programs offer travel scholarships and grants, as well as a luncheon for undergrads and grads to meet faculty mentors. During the Paleontological Society Mentors in Paleontology Career Luncheon, grads and undergrads can listen to and speak to a panel of professionals about careers in paleontology. Fieldwork looks good on college and scholarship applications. You may consider joining private digs through museums in states such as Utah, South Dakota, Wyoming, Montana, and Colorado. You can also join projects such as Passport in Time offered through the United States Forest Service (USFS)In high school, students should go to science summer camps based on paleontology. There’s a camp called Paleontology Research Team offered through the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. The Center for Health Sciences offers a vertebrate paleontology volunteer program. You’ll learn how to collect data about ecosystems and climate change. Volunteers also learn about sampling techniques.  Volunteers will learn how to make casts of bone and...

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Improvise if you don't have a sharpener.

Open the Music app on your iPhone or iPad by tapping the "Music" icon. Select Playlist from the bottom menu. Tap New to start making your playlist.  Tapping New will bring up a screen that allows you to add a title for your playlist, as well as a description. In the most recent update, Apple included an icon for a camera that allows you to add a thumbnail to your playlist. Tap the camera to either take a picture or select a photo from your camera roll for your playlist. Tap Add Songs to bring up a menu that will allow you to pick from a variety of categories. You can choose from artists, albums, songs, genres, composers, compilations, and other playlists.  When you've found the song you want to add, tap + next to the song.  Once you've added everything you want to your playlist, tap Done in the top right corner.  You don't have to be in Playlists to add a song to your playlist. If you find a song you want to add to your playlist from elsewhere in the Music app, tap the "More" button (•••) next to the song. Select Add to Playlist from the pop-up menu, and then select the playlist you'd like to add the song to. Find the playlist you want to organize and tap Edit. From here you can rearrange, add, or delete songs.  To change the order of songs, press and hold the button on the right side of the track. This will allow you to drag the song to any place on the list.  To delete songs press the delete symbol on the left side of the track.  To add songs, press Add Songs at the top of the playlist. From the main playlist screen, select the playlist you want to delete. Tap the "More" button (•••) next to the playlist and select Delete. To delete a playlist from a specific playlist screen, select the same "More" button to bring up the option to delete the playlist.

TL;DR in English: Start a new playlist. Add songs to your playlist. Organize your playlist. Delete your playlist.
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Take the high-cotton sewing thread into your hand. The cotton thread is what you are going to use to pull out the hairs. First, though, you need to prepare the thread for the threading process.  Fold the thread over onto itself. That’s why it needs to be so long. You’re essentially turning the thread into a long loop. To create the loop, tie the ends of the thread together. To do this, just make a knot at the end of the thread. The thread should not be open at either end. It should now form a large and continuous loop.

TL;DR in English: Tie the thread into a big loop.
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Have your model squeeze a some oil in their hands and rub oil over their entire body so their muscles look smooth and bold. The oiled up appearance will make the model glow, especially against a dark background. The oil will also help define highlights and lowlights in the image.  Avoid using too much oil. The amount will vary depending on the person's size and the type of oil, but you want the model to look realistic, not slippery. You can use baby oil or coconut oil. Using a spray bottle, lightly spray drops of water over the bodybuilder’s forehead, hair, and neck so it looks like they are sweating. To create an authentic image, you want the bodybuilder to look like they just finished a workout.  Avoid spraying too much water so it looks like they are wet. Just a few drops will work great! A little water also helps capture highlights. Take full-body shots while the bodybuilder flexes their chest, legs, arms, and back.  When photographing bodybuilders, you want to show off all their muscles in 1 image. Try out both serious and playful looks. Snap some shots with the model facing you directly, then try having them turn around. Ask them to pause as they turn, and take some pictures from different angles. Snap a diversity of images, capturing the bodybuilder’s chest, back, and side muscles. While you can steer the photo shoot and recommend poses and body placement, it is fun and productive to let the model organically pose and show off their body. Encourage them to smile and be themselves so their individual personality comes out on camera. Give your models some freedom, and you’ll get great shots. Perhaps they love their abs the most and want you to focus on abdominal shots. Try taking some photographs with work-out related items in addition to your full body shots. You can use small props like weights or dumbbells in your images.  For example, have your bodybuilder pose with a workout machine or standing in a stretching pose with a resistance band. You can also use things like sports balls or free weights. To...

TL;DR in English: Apply oil to your model’s entire body to make muscles stand out. Spray a few drops of water on their hair and face. Have your model flex their muscles. Take shots from the front, back, and sides. Encourage the model to be themselves in their poses. Use props in your image to add some interest. Try taking action shots to capture the bodybuilder in motion.
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In a pinch, you can also sharpen eyeliner with a knife, such as an X-acto knife or a pen knife. Hold the pencil in your non-dominant hand, and the knife in your dominant hand. Point the pencil downward. Hold the knife perpendicular to the pencil, with the tip an inch or so from the point of the pencil. With the thumb your non-dominant hand, push the knife to the end of the pencil (to the tip). The shavings should come off in thin strips. Repeat this process all the way around the circumference of the pencil. Repeat until sharp.

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If you have a snake, you can use a spray bottle. Spray the cage with a spray bottle. Spray the cage with a spray bottle. Spray the cage with a spray bottle. Spray the cage with a spray bottle. Spray the cage with a spray bottle. Spray the cage with a spray bottle. Spray the cage

Learn the signs your snake is about to shed. Create a moist shedding box. Mist the cage with lukewarm water. Manage the cage's humidity.

Column-shaped cacti often have less sections than other types, so it can be crucial to decide only what is needed to be cut. The columns store water and collect sunlight for the whole plant, so removing too much can be dangerous for the plant. Pruning the columns will be similar to sawing a tree branch off. You will want to make preliminary cuts a few inches above the base of the column, which is where the final cut is going to be made.  The first cut should be about ¼ of the way into the column, on the top or inner side, a few inches above the base. A second cut (similar in size) approximately 1 inch below the first, but on the bottom/outer side, will then help to control the weighted fall of the column when you make the final cut. Before making your final cut, make sure the area is clear where the cut portion will fall. From a safe place, starting at the top, inner side at the base where the cactus column has begun growing, saw through completely. You may continue repeating these types of cuts as needed to remove all unhealthy or overgrown areas. Keep in mind not to overdo it though so the plant does not suffer from over-pruning.

TL;DR in English: Decide which sections will need to be cut. Saw the necessary portions. Work through the unhealthy or overgrown sections.
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Whether you use a landline or a cell phone, you can save money if you make frequent calls to France. Depending on your provider, you could purchase an international calling plan for a flat fee or a reduced per-minute rate. Ask your service provider about flat monthly fees and overage charges for calls to France. Many apps, such as Vonage, Skype, or WhatsApp, allow you to call France for a steep discount or even for free. Weigh the options of how much the app costs versus how much it will save you in charges. Shop around for the app that’s best for your calling habits. Consider how long you’re planning to talk, how often you plan to call, and whether you’re calling a landline or a cell phone. If you don’t have a smartphone, phone services through VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) allow you to call landlines, cell phones, or computers. Through VoIP providers like Vonage or Magic Jack, you can call France and many other European countries for a fraction of what you would pay through a traditional landline service. You can talk to anyone in France or anywhere else in the world free of charge over many video chat services. Be sure to check the fine print. With Skype, for example, your chat is free only if your contact is also using Skype and if you’re only talking to one other username. Three-way chats cost extra. Choose texting if you want to send short messages on an infrequent basis. If you want to let your friend in Paris know you’ve arrived in New York safely, $0.15 for a single text is the more affordable option than the $0.99 per minute a voice call could cost you.

TL;DR in English: Contact your phone company for a calling plan. Download an app to your smartphone. Look into VoIP services. Consider video chat. Consider text messaging.
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There are some foods that may upset your stomach that seem perfectly harmless for other people.  Pay attention to what your stomach is telling you after you eat, and if you don’t feel well, try omitting those foods that trigger you.  Unless you see an allergist or have a specific list of foods to avoid from your physician, this is largely a trial-and-error effort and will take some time to figure out. Gas is a natural byproduct of any food that you don’t digest.  Also, some foods naturally cause gas when they are being digested.  In either case, limiting gas-causing foods may relax and calm your stomach.  You might be lactose intolerant, which is much different than being allergic to milk.  Lactose intolerance is pretty common and is the culprit behind many upset stomachs.  It often develops as people get older, and it is more prominent in certain cultures than others. Some vegetables, such as cauliflower, onions, cucumbers, corn, and broccoli can cause a gassy stomach. Other people find that starchy foods, like potatoes or pasta, upset their stomachs. Eating smaller portions is not only great for managing your weight but is quite helpful in preventing stomach upset.  It’s quite simple: the larger your portions, the more your stomach expands, the more it has to work to digest food, and the more gas you’ll produce from undigested foods.  Eat smaller portions five or six times per day to help prevent an uncomfortable stomach. Your stomach makes up a significant portion of the core of your body and is responsible for your abilities to sit upright and turn at the waist.  Excess weight makes this more challenging for your abdominal muscle groups and can lead to stomach unrest.  Also, most of your internal organs are housed in your core, and excess weight can cause your organs to get pushed or moved, causing stomach discomfort. Yoga has a host of benefits, including flexibility, increased blood flow, and a sense of emotional and cognitive calm.  Additionally, yoga can help relax your stomach, whether it is upset...

TL;DR in English: Don’t eat trigger foods. Avoid foods that cause gas. Eat smaller portions more frequently. Manage your weight. Take a yoga class. Take an over-the-counter medicine.
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You want to start preparing for the shedding process before it even begins. To do so, you'll have to keep an eye on your snake and watch for the signs that it is about to shed. When you start noticing signs, begin to prepare.  Watch your snake's eyes. They will have a dull, blueish white appearance just before the snake begins to shed. You should also take note of the snake's current skin. The skin will begin to dull just before shedding. Snakes need a lot of humidity to shed properly. One way you can increase the humidity in your snake's environment is with a shedding box. Take a box, like a shoebox, and make sure it is well ventilated by poking holes throughout. Place damp paper towels within the box, allowing the snake a damp place to shed. You can also try misting the cage lightly to increase humidity. Take a spray bottle and fill it with lukewarm water. You can also mist your snake with water just before shedding, if your snake will allow this. Monitor the humidity in your snake's environment. You can get a device at a pet store, or a department store, that measures humidity in your snake's cage. During the shedding process, snakes need a cage that is between 50 and 70% humidity. If the humidity in your snake's cage is below this level, there are several steps you can take to improve humidity.  Add a large water dish to the cage. Cover the top of the cage. If you have a screen top on the cage, you can safely cover half the top to increase humidity. Try using orchid bark substrate, which refers to the bedding that lines the bottom of the cage. Orchid bark tends to hold more humidity than other products.

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