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Avoid doing work, making phone calls, or paying bills in bed. Instead, get used to the idea that your bed is for sleeping or romantic activities. You want your bed to be a place of relaxation--not a work desk. Keep your bed free of clutter, and never perform work activities in bed. Your bedroom should be a relaxing safe haven, one that is free from stress, distractions, or anything nerve-wracking. Try to avoid doing work or anything stressful in your bedroom. Keep your bedroom free from electronic screens or noisy items such as televisions, computers, and phones. These electronics have been known to give out blue light which interferes in sleep.  Other ways to have a relaxing bedroom space include painting your room a calming color such as light blue or light gray, using lamps that create soft light, and using calming essential scents such as lavender oils or potpourri. Essential oils can help you sleep better. Having a dark room is very important for relaxing and sleeping well in bed. The sleep-inducing hormone melatonin is very light-sensitive. Check to see if your room is too light by turning off all the lights at night. Wait for your eyes to adjust: if you can clearly see objects, there is too much light. Now you can look for areas where the light is leaking in. If you are in a city with lots of street lights outside your window, consider getting a blackout lining for your curtains or buying an eye mask. A room that is too hot will stop your core temperature from dropping, something which is necessary to switch on your body's sleeping mechanism. Your body drops to its lowest temperature when you are asleep so keeping your room cool can help. You should aim for a temperature of around 18 - 24 degrees Celsius, or 64 - 75 Fahrenheit. Being overheated can make you feel dehydrated, anxious, or restless at bedtime.  Keeping a window slightly open, if it is safe to do so, can help by ensuring there is a good circulation of air. An oscillating fan can also help create the proper temperature in a bedroom during...

TL;DR in English: Use your bed only for sleep and intimacy. Create a relaxing atmosphere. Keep it dark. Keep your bedroom cool. Choose the right mattress for you. Use a white noise machine to cover up stressful sounds.
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Unlike the Author-Date style, the Notes-Bibliography (NB) system uses footnotes or endnotes instead of parenthetical citations. The superscript number for each note will match with the number of the corresponding note at the bottom of the page (if you're using footnotes) or the end of your work (if you're using endnotes). Typically, the number should be placed at the end of the relevant sentence or clause, outside of any punctuation.  For example: “Schmidt's daughter, Viola, was the first person to report the phenomena.”1   Footnotes and endnotes allow you to provide more complete citations than the parenthetical style used in the Author-Date system. You can also use these notes to provide additional information that you don't want to put in the main text. Both systems include a full reference list at the end, typically called a “Bibliography” in the NB system. Most word processing programs have tools to help you format footnotes and endnotes. For example, if you're using MS Word, you can insert notes into the text using the “references” tab. Once you have added the note number into your text at the point where you want a citation, place a corresponding footnote at the bottom of the page. If you're using endnotes, place the notes in order by number at the end of the work. The note itself will begin with the name(s) of the author(s). Don't invert the names (Last, First) as you would in your bibliography.  For example: 1. Viola Schmidt If there 2 to 3 authors, list them in the same order used in the publication, separated by commas. For example: 15. John Schmidt, Maureen Schmidt, and Harlan Prince For 4 or more authors, list only the name of the first author, followed by et al. For example: 27. Njord Bjorn et al. Put the title directly after the name(s) of the author(s), separated by a comma. If you're citing a book, put the title in italics. For an article or chapter title, place the title in quotation marks. All titles should be capitalized in headline style.  For example, if you are citing an article: 1....

TL;DR in English: Place a number in superscript after the information you wish to cite. Start the note with the author's first and last name. Follow the author name(s) with the title of the source. Put publication information in parentheses after the title for book citations. Include the journal title, issue, number, and date for articles. Wrap up your note with page numbers or other location information. Add a URL if you're using an online resource. Put a period at the end of the citation. Create an abbreviation for subsequent references.
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Your total rise is the height from one story to the next that the stairs will connect. The total rise should be set in most cases, so you simply need to measure the height. This distance should be from the top of the finished floor below and the finished floor at the top. If the floor is unfinished when you are calculating your stringers, you need to take that into account. The height of each step can vary a bit but there are general standards. It is standard to have your riser be about 7 inches (18 cm) tall, so use this measurement unless you have specific parameters that prevent it, such as limited headroom.  This measurement is sometimes called the individual rise of the stairs. For this calculation you are simply figuring out how many stairs it will take to get the height you need. Use a calculator or do the arithmetic by hand, as it is generally pretty simple.  For example, if you want 7 inches (18 cm) tall stairs and your overall rise needs to be 56 inches (140 cm), then 56/7=8. You will need 8 stairs. The number of treads you have (individual runs) will automatically be one less than the number of risers. Your total run is the horizontal distance between the top and the bottom of the stairs. How far the stairs stick out can vary depending on your needs, but keep in mind that stairs should usually be at an angle of about 40 degrees.  In general, the run of each stair should be about 10 inches (25 cm) in order for people’s feet to fit comfortably as they walk up them. There are many stair calculators that you can use online to figure out stair measurements. You simply need to input your rise and the angle you want for your stairs and they will calculate the other measurements you need, including your run. Once you have the overall rise and run of the stairs, you can calculate how long the stringer needs to be. You can either use an online stair calculator, a hypotenuse calculator, or you can do the math yourself. To calculate the length yourself, you will need to use the Pythagorean theorem, which is a2...

TL;DR in English: Measure out how much total rise your stairs need. Determine how tall you want each step to be. Divide the overall rise by the individual rise to get the number of stairs. Determine how much run each stair will need. Calculate how long the stringer needs to be. Double check your measurements before you start marking your cuts.
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You'll need strength to look like a superhero and to defend yourself as a last resort. Go to the gym or work with a personal trainer to develop your strength. If you are already athletic or work out regularly, concentrate on developing meaningful strength by doing weight exercises.  Exercises that can increase your strength include the deadlift, leg press, bench press, squats, and pushups.  Working out three days a week and giving yourself rest in between will help build your strength. Being a real life superhero means that you're going to be actively walking around. This can become difficult if you're wearing a heavy costume while trying to stop crime. Good exercises to increase your stamina include running, jogging, walking, cycling, swimming, and doing circuit exercises.  Work on your cardio at least three times a week.  Change the exercises you do so you don't get bored. You can combine strength and cardio training when you work out. Remember to stay hydrated if you are patrolling the neighborhood. While you shouldn't actively try looking for fights, learning how to defend yourself in serious situations is probably something that you should learn how to do. Criminals don't want to be caught for their criminal activity, and informing the police of their deeds may cause them to direct their anger towards you. Look for reputable martial arts or self-defense gyms in your area and consider signing up for classes. Some popular self-defense martial arts include, Krav Maga, Sambo, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. If you eat unhealthy foods it will be harder for you to maintain your superhero physique and physicality. Eat foods that are conducive to an active lifestyle like nutrient rich vegetables like red and yellow peppers and dark greens like spinach and kale. Protein is also another important aspect of staying on a healthy diet. Eat things like lean or low-fat cuts of beef or pork, skinless chicken, turkey, and seafood.  Use whole grain options when eating starchy carbohydrates.  The average man should eat 2,700...

TL;DR in English: Work on your strength. Improve your stamina. Take a martial arts or self-defense class. Eat a healthy and balanced diet.
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You have a resume and cover letter presenting information that is said to be factual. Before the candidate even enters your office, take some time to verify the information he or she has given you. The job market is tough, and it's not unthinkable for candidates to embellish their resumes a bit to get an edge over the dozens of other people who applied for the job. Doing research beforehand is also a good way to prep yourself for the interview so you can ask informed questions instead of just winging it with generic ones.  Call the candidate's references. Ask questions specifically related to information from the resume and cover letter. Do an online search. Google the person and check LinkedIn, if their profile is public. If you know people who know the candidate, casually ask a few questions about the person's work history. Research the companies the candidate worked for - you can learn a lot about what the candidate might be bringing to the table. The purpose of an interview is to learn more about a candidate's personality and determine whether he or she will be a "good fit." This is your chance to learn more than what the candidate presents on paper. You might be interviewing five people with the exact same level of education and experience, so it's time to think more deeply about what you need from your potential hire. What kind of person is going to do the job well? What will make one person stand out from the rest?  Are you looking for someone with a big personality who's going to push traditional boundaries? Would it be better to have a serious, hardworking type who reliably gets the job done well every time? Figure out what work style you want in a candidate. Determine whether you need someone who is detail-oriented or a big picture thinker. Think about the people who have previously held the position in question. What worked, and what didn't? Remember that getting along with someone else isn't a good enough reason to hire them; you need to be confident the person will do a good job. There are plenty...

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Make time for yourself. Practice patience. Meditate. Let it go. Allow for the unexpected. Surround yourself with positive people. Organize your surroundings.

If you have Firefox installed on your computer, you can use it to look for a downloadable video on a page; this can save you time when trying to find and download the video:  Open Firefox. Go to the website on which your Flowplayer video is hosted. Play the video if it doesn't begin playing. Right-click (or Control-click on a Mac) a blank place on the page. Click View Page Info in the drop-down menu. Click the Media tab. Scroll through the results, looking for a "Video" option in the "Type" column. If you see a video listed on the page, you can proceed with the rest of this method; if not, you most likely can't download the video. Click or double-click the Chrome app icon, which resembles a red, yellow, green, and blue sphere. This extension allows you to download quickly any Flowplayer videos which aren't encrypted. vGet won't allow you to download videos that are otherwise impossible to download. It's a blue button in the upper-right side of the page. Doing so installs the vGet extension in Google Chrome; you should see the vGet app icon, which resembles a downward-facing arrow, appear in the upper-right side of the Chrome window. This should be the website on which the Flowplayer video that you want to download is located. The vGet extension sometimes requires you to begin video playback in order to find the video on the page, so make sure you click the video's "Play" button if necessary before you proceed. It's the downward-facing arrow in the upper-right side of the Chrome window. A drop-down menu will appear. If you don't see this icon, first click ⋮ in the top-right corner of the Chrome window, then click the "vGet" icon near the top of the drop-down menu. You should see at least one video's name in the drop-down menu; clicking it will prompt the video to begin downloading onto your computer.  If you don't see any videos listed here, your video can't be downloaded. Depending on your Chrome settings, you may have to select a save location before you can proceed.

TL;DR in English: Check to see if the video can be downloaded. Open  Google Chrome. Open the vGet extension download page. Click Add to Chrome. Click Add extension when prompted. Go to the website that hosts your video. Play the video if it doesn't automatically play. Click the "vGet" icon. Click your video's name.
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Before you decide on a public promposal, make sure you think carefully about the ramifications. If you think your boyfriend might be embarrassed by a public invitation, it may be best to stick to something more private. It's also important to consider the possibility that your boyfriend might say no, so a public invitation may be embarrassing for you as well. If you want to make a big display of your promposal, consider decorating something that everyone else will see, like his locker or his car. You can use sticky notes, streamers, wrapping paper, balloons, and anything else you can think of to make your message extra flashy.  Consider hiding your message inside of a balloon to keep him guessing.  If you want the message to be semi-private, you can decorate his front lawn or garage door so he will see your message as soon as he gets home (and so will all the neighbors). Get friends involved in your promposal by having them spell out a message for your boyfriend. They can each wear part of the message on their clothing, or they can carry large signs.  You can make this kind of promposal as public as you want by choosing the right location. If you just want his friends to be there, arrange it around a small get-together. If you want the whole school to see it, you can have your friends display their message in the cafeteria or at a sporting event. If your boyfriend plays a sport or is involved in a club, he might really appreciate it if you incorporated these interests into your promposal. For example, you could arrange for the members of his football team to spell out "prom?" with notes taped to their helmets, or you could ask the drama club to hold up a banner for him at the end of a performance. You can even have your friends do a performance for him, like a choreographed dance or a skit, if they're willing. If you want a truly public promposal, try to put up a giant banner or sign where everyone will see it.  If you have a large budget, you could rent space for your message on a billboard or jumbotron, or...

TL;DR in English: Proceed with caution. Decorate something. Enlist the help of others. Create a public display. Make an announcement. Post it on social media.
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If the host has clarified that you can help yourself to certain things, ask for the location and for any special rules, tricks or quirks that you need to be aware of. For example, if your host is happy for you to make your own meals, get your own breakfast and eat snacks, ask where the food and utensils are, what's expected by way of replenishing used foods and if there is anything you need to be aware of when cleaning up, such as special washing methods for fragile items, keeping cupboard doors child-locked, etc. Don't be afraid to ask again whenever needed. It's better to know than to go ahead and break or ruin something in the house. Put food containers back where you found them. Make use of cleaning items to clean up after yourself. For example, use the toilet brush to keep the toilet clean, squeegee the shower after washing and lift bathmats off the floor to dry. Keep doors and windows as you found them, or ask whether it's okay to position them differently.  Ask about water and power restrictions. Don't be greedy about usage; find out in advance. Ask before making calls using their landline or downloading/streaming content using their broadband. If there are additional costs involved, offer to reimburse them. Think about the fact that if you did this at home, you'd have to restore or renew the items/services, and as such, it's a cost to your host. Your host may not wish this but it is polite to offer sincerely. Avoid wandering around the house naked, but if your host is happy with PJs till noon, that's fine for you too. If your host eats dinner in front of TV, then you can too but if they prefer the table, then do so along with them. And so on. If your hosts take their shoes off at the door, do so too. Ask if their companion animals have specific quirks, needs or fears and how you can be careful and considerate around them. Offer to help feed the pets if that's something you'd like to do. Don't be in their way, don't interfere with their daily plans and make it clear that you don't expect them to be...

TL;DR in English: Ask for a tour. Be thoughtful at all times. Offer to replace or pay for anything that you use up, break or create additional costs for. Adapt to the expectations shown by your host, within reason. Be kind to the pets in the house. Let your hosts feel comfortable with you in the house. Leave a gift.
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Review the assignment sheet at least twice to make sure you fully understand what your instructor expects. If you have questions, ask your instructor as soon as possible so that you aren’t doing your assignment wrong. This will ensure that you get full credit for your work. Your instructor has assigned journaling to help you deepen your understanding of your coursework and to improve your writing skills. Following their instructions will help you best achieve these goals. Including the date helps you keep track of when you wrote an entry. This helps you understand what was happening at your life at the time. Use the date format you’re most comfortable using. For instance, you might write, “July 24, 2019,” “07-24-19,” or “24 July 2019.” While this is optional, it can help you remember what was happening at the time you wrote each entry. This is a big help if you plan to read over your journal in the future. Record the location and time under your date or at the start of the journal entry itself. For instance, you might write “Good Beans Coffee House,” “School,” “Paris,” or “My bedroom” for your location. For the time, you could write the actual time, such as “12:25 p.m.,” or the time of day, like “Early morning.” Using a salutation is totally optional, so feel free to skip it. However, you might try it a few times to see if it helps you get in the mindset to write. Choose a salutation that appeals to you if you want to use one.

TL;DR in English: Read your assignment sheet if you’re keeping a journal for school. Write the date at the top of your entry. Include the location and time to provide context for what was happening. Start with an opening like “Dear Diary” or “Dear Self” if you prefer.
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Feeling irritable might be your mind's way of telling you that you need to take a break. When you feel a mood change coming on, make it a point to step away from the situation and take some time for yourself. This can be as simple as taking a quick walk around the block to calm yourself down.  Make it a habit to set some time aside your yourself each day. Maybe you can reserve the last half hour of each day to read a book. Or you could wake up a little early to enjoy having your first cup of coffee in complete silence. When you notice yourself being irritable, give yourself a break. Take some time to listen to music or do a few relaxing yoga stretches. When you are impatient, you are more likely to feel irritable, overwhelmed, and stressed. Try to practice patience in your everyday life. It's not easy, but it will have positive benefits for your overall mood.  Try to slow down. Research shows that by moving at a slower pace, you will feel less hurried, and therefore less impatient. Try to eat more slowly, breathe more slowly, and take time to appreciate your surroundings. Be flexible. It's important to know that things won't always go your way. Be prepared for things to go wrong or take longer than expected. For example, maybe you only scheduled thirty minutes to get your kids dressed and off to school. Try building a little flex time into your schedule. That way, if it takes a little longer than expected, you won't feel like your entire day has been thrown off course. Meditation can having amazing emotional benefits. Reports say that it can cause decreased irritability, greater ability to deal with conflict, and more emotional balance. Try adding meditation to your daily routine. You will see definite changes in your mental health.  You can mediate by choosing a quiet, comfortable place to sit. Close your eyes and focus on breathing deeply. You can let your mind drift or focus on a mental image, such as rolling waves or a flickering candle. There are many guided meditations available. Try downloading one to...

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Avoid using a hair dryer. If you have a hair dryer, try to avoid using a hair dryer. If you have a hair dryer, try to avoid using a hair dryer. If you have a hair dryer, try to avoid using a hair dryer. If you have a hair dry

Avoid sleeplessness, overexertion and fatigue, especially when ill or recovering from illness. Take care with the following risk factors.

Using your regular shampoo and conditioner regimen, wash your hair as you normally would. Rinse your hair clean of shampoo and conditioner. Using a hair dryer might change the way your hair reacts in a certain amount of time, so using a towel and air to dry your hair is the best method. Andre Walker, hairstylist for Oprah Winfrey, created a system for determining hair type primarily based on curl size and pattern. This includes a range of hair types from straight to coily.   1 (straight): Hair has no curve in it at all.  2 (wavy): Hair is wavy but does not curl much.  3 (curly): Hair is curly with an S shape and holds a definite curl pattern even when unstyled.  4 (coily): Hair is tightly coiled or kinky, often with a definite Z pattern. It can be stretched out and will return to its curled shape when released. Type 4 hair might shrink up to 75% of its actual length. Take a look at a representative chunk of your hair. Observe the thickness and pattern of the curl (if you have curls). ,  These are also based on the Andre Walker system that categorizes hair into four types and three subcategories per type.   1A: Hair is soft and cannot hold a curl.  1B: Hair does not curl but has more volume.  1C: Hair does not curl and is rather coarse.  2A: Hair is wavy, resembling the letter S, and is coarse.  2B: Hair is often frizzy with a definite wave.  2C:  Hair is very frizzy with thick waves, and is the coarsest of this category.  3A: Curls are about the same diameter as sidewalk chalk, or pretty loose curls.  3B: Curls are about the same diameter as a sharpie, or medium-sized curls.  3C: Curls are about the same diameter as a pencil, or corkscrew curls.  4A: Curls are very tight, about the same diameter as a needle.  4B: Curls resemble a zigzag pattern, looking like the letter Z.  4C: There might not be a curl pattern to this hair type. It has a tight zigzag with an uneven pattern, so it is harder to define. The LOIS system is a curl typing system that considers strand texture and thickness as well. It compares a...

TL;DR in English: Wash your hair. Let your hair air dry. Determine your hair’s curl pattern. Find your hair subcategory. Compare your hair to the LOIS system.
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There are several different types of intellectual property. The type of intellectual property that has been stolen will determine what rights you have and how you will need to go about proving theft. The most common types of intellectual property are:   Copyrighted material. Original material fixed in a tangible medium of expression is eligible for copyright protection. Examples of work eligible for copyright protection includes poems, photographs, paintings, software, and music.  Trademarks. A trademark is a word, symbol, phrase, and/or design that identifies and distinguishes the source of goods of one party from those of another. A service mark is a trademark that identifies the source of services instead of goods.   Trade secrets. A trade secret is any valuable business information that is not generally known, which is kept confidential to preserve its economic value. An example is Kentucky Fried Chicken's secret recipe. You have different property rights depending on the intellectual property stolen. You will want to see if the alleged thief has infringed any of these rights. If so, then you can bring a lawsuit.   Copyright: You have several rights, which are yours alone. These include the right to: reproduce the copyrighted work display the copyrighted work publicly prepare “derivative works” based on the copyrighted work distribute copies of the copyrighted work to the public by sale or permission to display    Trademark: A trademark holder can stop others from using the same or a similar trademark, unless the other party is already actively using the mark legitimately.   Trade secrets: The owner of a trade secret can prevent others from copying, using, or benefitting from the trade secret without permission. The owner can also prevent disclosure where the other party has signed a nondisclosure agreement. Other parties cannot steal the trade secret or use it when they know that the information was protected. This is called “misappropriation” of the trade secret. Intellectual property is protected by...

TL;DR in English: Identify your type of intellectual property. Understand your intellectual property rights. Research the laws protecting you from theft.
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In order to achieve your dreams and be the person you want to be, you will have to start paying attention to your actions. Ask yourself, "Is what I'm doing going to lead me to where I want to be in life?"  If you find yourself constantly bored, daydreaming about the future or past or counting down the minutes until the day ends, it is probably because you feel disconnected from what you're doing. Cherish your time. Try to spend your free time doing things that you enjoy doing, rather than wasting time. For example, rather than spending your weekends watching television, spend them partaking in your hobbies or spending time with loved ones and new friends. Measure your productivity by engagement, not achievement. Not everything you do has to be productive in the conventional sense, but activities should be engaging and enjoyable. Keep in mind that it is perfectly fine to spend some time doing nothing and just being lazy each day. This can actually help with your imagination and self-awareness. Strive for a balance between doing things you want to do and allowing yourself to just “be.” Before you can achieve success, you will have to define what success means to you. While it may take years to realize what you want to do with your life, identifying your passions, interests, and values will help you set goals and give your life a sense of meaning. If you have trouble identifying these things, then ask a friend or family member to help you. Ask yourself the following questions:  What do you want your legacy to be? How would you like to be remembered by others? How do you want to make your community a better place? What are some favorite subjects of interest in your life? For example, think of subjects you enjoyed studying in school. Ask why you liked them.  For instance, you may have loved musical theater. Think: was it because you loved the music, or was it because you loved working with a big group towards a common goal? Be sure to address both short-term and long-term goals; try to think beyond financial and...

TL;DR in English: Live purposefully. Identify your passions. Make a list of your goals, and what you might do to achieve them. Stick to your commitments.
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Curls tend to puff up when they're over-handled. Now that your hair is dry, just let it be for the rest of the day. Tuck your hair up under a hat or pin it into a loose bun to protect your curls.

TL;DR in English: Try not to handle your hair too much during the day.
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Get your seven or more hours of sleep. Extensive sleep loss/deprivation is detrimental to your immune system. Realize that Sepsis is more common and more dangerous with any of these risks:  Are very young or very old -- which may have immune system weakness Have a compromised immune system -- such as due to certain illness, drugs/medications Are already very sick, often in a hospital's intensive care unit -- system is overtaxed Have wounds or injuries, such as burns Have invasive devices, such as intravenous catheters (drip or pump) or breathing tubes -- that may introduce infection and aggravate an inflammatory response.

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If you have a plan, you can use the plan to plan your plan.  If you plan to plan your plan, you can use the plan to plan your plan.  If you plan to plan your plan, you can use the plan to plan your plan.  If you plan to plan your plan, you

Dig the hole as early as possible in the season. Dig wide but not deep. Save the soil you’re digging up.

Whether you keep a more old-fashioned paper file or a digital file, make a single place for all of your financial records. Create subcategories that identify the type of bill or expense.  If you're keeping digital records, you may be able to use your email account to help organize your records. Use the same email address for all of your bills and create tags or filters to put those billing statements in categories. To reduce clutter in your inbox, open a separate account for bills and don't use that email address for personal email. You can also scan your bills and make PDFs to keep on your computer as a digital copy. Keeping your income statements and receipts in one place will make for fewer headaches come tax time. If you're keeping paper files, create a separate folder specifically for deductible expenses.  Within your file for deductible expenses include files with categories, such as home and office expenses, mileage and vehicle expenses, childcare expenses, and medical expenses. Go through your expense files at least once a month. If you paid a bill that you believe is deductible, move it to the deductible file (or make a copy of it and keep it in both places). Any document that has your signature, account number, medical, legal, or other identification information should be shredded rather than simply thrown in the trash. By leaving this information intact you are putting yourself at risk for identity theft.  If you don't own a shredder, you can buy a basic one online or at office supply stores for typically around $20 or $30. There are more expensive versions that may shred faster, or shred more documents at once, or that also shred CDs or credit cards. It's up to you whether a fancier shredder is worth the investment for you. You can also subscribe to a shredding service if you don't want to do all that work yourself. For example, in the US, office supply stores such as Staples or Office Depot will shred your documents for you at the rate of about $1 per pound. Just as you may do a spring cleaning...

TL;DR in English: Keep all of your statements and billing notices in one place. Include income statements and receipts for deductible expenses. Buy a shredder to use when disposing of financial documents. Purge records you no longer need once a year.
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Themed birthday parties can be a lot of fun, but they can also end up being more costly when you consider buying everything to match the theme.  Weigh the pros and cons of having a themed party based on the person whose birthday it is. Would they like a themed birthday party? Consider whether it is a kid's party or an adult's party. Choose a theme that is age-appropriate, if you decide to go this route. For example, appropriate themes for children would be based on kid-friendly television shows or movies, circus, movie theater, a children's book, or carnival. On the other hand, appropriate themes for adults might be a black-and-white affair, casino, a decade theme, or an adult movie or television show. Once the earlier details are decided upon, then it is time to send out invitations to the guest list.  It is best to send out the invitations about 3-4 weeks in advance of the party in order to give people enough time to plan for it. Be sure to include RSVP information on the invitation. Sending out the invitations after you have decided on the earlier details ensures that you have the guest list secured and that you have decided on whether to have a themed party, making you more organized. Be sure to reach out to some of the invited guests for help. They can help set up, clean up, provide food, decorate, and more. It is not necessary to do it all by yourself! Based on what you have decided for the party, you have different options for these aspects.  Decide what type of food will be best for the party. If you chose a theme, then make sure the food flows with that theme. For example, a camo cake would work great for an army-themed party, but it would seem out of place for a princess-themed party. Know whether any of your guests have food allergies. If so, be sure to provide options that are safe for them to eat or let them know that they are welcome to bring their own food. Be realistic about how much food and drink to provide based on the length of the party. A party that is planned to be an hour or two might...

TL;DR in English: Decide if the party should have a theme. Purchase and send out invitations. Create a plan for the food and beverages. Know your obligations for providing the food and drinks. Gather decorations for the party. Choose entertainment options for the birthday party. Choose what dessert will be. Create a back-up plan in case of weather, especially if the party is outside.
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“Divisions” refers to how the shield is segmented or what shapes go on the shield. For example, you may want to section the shield into three parts. Perhaps you want to add three diamonds horizontally across the shield. There are numerous ways to divide the shield. When designing your own, you can reference classic heraldry or choose your own design.

TL;DR in English: Choose the divisions of the shield.
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Write down your attempts to control your impulses, including both successful and unsuccessful attempts at increased willpower. Be sure to include details that may help you evaluate the situation later.  For example, you might write, “I ate five cookies at an office party today.  I skipped lunch to work, so I was quite hungry.  There were many other people there, and Sally made the cookies and kept encouraging me to have another. Another example is, “I went to the mall today with my husband to buy new jeans for our son, and I resisted buying a dress that I saw, even though it was on sale.  I came out with exactly what I went in for and nothing additional.” In addition to detailing situations in which you resisted or gave in to impulsive behavior, comment on things that were going through your mind.  You may want to include your emotional state, who you were with, and where you were. Once you have established several journal entries, you should begin to read over your entries and try to find patterns in your behavior.  Some questions to ask yourself include:  Do I make better decisions when I am alone or around other people? Are there certain people who “trigger” my impulsive behavior? Do your emotions (depression, anger, happiness, etc.) influence your impulsive behaviors? Is there a time of day that you find it more difficult to have impulse control (such as late at night?) This may sound silly, but some people respond better to a more concrete visual representation of their progress.  If you have something that you can look at to show you how far you have come and how far you have left to go, it can help you stay motivated.  For example, if you are trying to lose 40 pounds, you could put a quarter in a jar every time you lose a pound.  Seeing the level of the quarters grow as you lose weight can give you a concrete idea of how much progress you’ve made. If you are trying to save money, you might draw a picture that looks like a thermometer and color in the level of money you’ve saved; when you get to the...

TL;DR in English: Keep a willpower journal. Comment on factors that influenced your decision-making. Look for patterns in your behavior. Consider making a visual representation of your progress. Find what works for you.
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In colder climates, the ground will freeze if you wait until Christmas to dig the hole, so plan ahead and do this in the fall. If you’ve waited too long to dig and the ground is already frozen, try pouring boiling water onto the spot and then digging. Using a shovel, dig a hole twice as wide as the size of the root ball to give the roots a chance to spread. But don’t go any deeper than the height of the root ball, since you don’t want it too far below the soil level. Having it slightly higher than the soil around it will help with drainage. Don’t dispose of any of the dirt you dig out of the hole. You’ll be using this later to fill the hole back in. It can be left outside under a tarp or placed in a garage or shed.

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Use a kit that contains eggs, food, and care instructions. You can also find kits that come with a tank, thermometer, or dish for hatching the eggs. Most kits come with around 40 to 60 eggs, so you can have 2 to 3 hatching cycles. After you sprinkle the eggs into the water

Buy a Triops kit from a pet store or online retailer. Sprinkle about 20 eggs into the tank. Wait 1 to 4 days for the eggs to hatch.

In a medium-sized bowl, mix equal parts of Aztec Clay and apple cider vinegar. The acidity of the vinegar will help to soften and exfoliate skin while the clay removes oil. If you don't like the small of apple cider vinegar, use an equal amount of water to make the mixture instead.  Aztec clay is available online or in beauty supply stores. For a more luxurious face mask, add one tablespoon (0.75 oz.) of honey to the mixture. If you have normal skin, allow the mask to dry for between fifteen and twenty minutes. If you have sensitive skin, let the mask dry on your skin for only five minutes. Watch the time carefully or set an alarm to mark the exact time. As the mask dries, you will feel a tightening sensation on your skin. Overuse of bentonite clay on the skin can be drying or cause irritation. Use an Aztec clay face mask no more than once a week. If you experience significant irritation when using the mask, avoid future use.

TL;DR in English: Mix together equal parts Aztec clay and apple cider vinegar. Let the mask dry. Use the mask no more than once a week.
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when the flowers fall off. Use a sharp, sterilized pair of pruning shears or a razor to trim the stalk when the plant has stopped blooming. Leave about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the stalk, or spike, so that it can regrow. Water the orchid, then gently tug the plant out of its pot. Use your hands to loosen the roots a bit and dust off any growing media stuck to them. Then, carefully place the orchid into the new pot.  If possible, pick a pot designed for orchids. If you can’t find one, opt for a pot with lots of drainage holes to allow air to flow in and water to drain out. Put a saucer underneath the pot to catch excess water. If the roots of your orchid begin growing out through the holes in the bottom of the pot, that’s an indication that the pot is too small and you should move it to a larger one. To promote the reblooming of orchids, mix 2 parts bark formulated specifically for orchids with 1 part peat moss to create the growing medium. Fill the space around the roots with the medium and add a light layer on top, but be sure you don’t cover the leaves. Orchids need well-draining media with lots of air pockets in order to flourish. Avoid using regular potting soil in orchid pots.

TL;DR in English: Cut back the stalk Move the orchid to a new pot once the roots start poking out of the bottom. Add fresh growing medium to give your orchid a nutrient boost.
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From the Pokémon Center, head southeast until you climb down a set of steps and follow the path north. You'll need HM03 Surf to continue north to the cave. You'll see "Icefall Cave" in the upper left of your screen. Use Surf again to go through another cave entrance to the north. The patch will shatter when you step over it. You'll walk over the first ice patch above you, then continue north to break two more patches of ice. Immediately turn west to follow a path that leads to one more patch of ice. Walk over it twice to reveal a hole. You'll see a ladder to the east. This brings you back to the main level on the other side of some rocks you couldn't get by before. There are two patches of ice, but when you walk over the southernmost ice patch twice, you will reveal another hole. You'll appear on a large patch of ice that you slip on. Move south until you come to another ladder. You'll see a PokéBall on the ground. Interact with the PokéBall to learn "HM07 Waterfall. "Waterfall" can be used to scale waterfalls that are blocking your path.

TL;DR in English: Go to Four Island. Enter the cave. Walk north over the patch of ice. Go down the hole. Go up the ladder. Walk south over the patches of ice. Go down the hole. Go up the ladder.
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To find a nice person, you may have to look in places other than your local bar. That does not mean nice people don’t frequent bars, it just means that you may have an easier time of finding a person who suits your interests and values if you look in other places as well. Consider looking for a nice person to love at a place where people like the one you're looking for tend to gather. For example, you might have a higher chance of meeting a nice person at a charity event, volunteering at the hospital, or at the library. You may also consider being set up with a nice person by one of your friends or introducing yourself to someone who you often see reading at your neighborhood coffee shop. . To indicate your interest in someone, you need to show that you are interested by doing a little flirting. You can use your facial expressions, body language, and comments to flirt. Using things like body language, eye contact, and flirtatious comments can help to show the other person that you are interested in them. In fact, research suggests that how you indicate your interest can be more effective at attracting a mate than physical appearance. As you indicate your interest to someone, watch for signs that they are also interested in you. Check to see if the other person is smiling, making eye contact, and standing with their body directed at you. Other positive signs include touching their hair, adjusting clothes, raising and lowering eyebrows, or a casual touch on the arm.  Other signs of interest include biological responses that people can't necessarily control. For example, people may flush or blush when they are aroused. Their lips may also become plumper and redder.  If someone does not seem interested in you, don’t waste your time. Just keep looking for a nice person to love. There are several ways to open a conversation with someone you've just met and you're romantically interested in. These are called "opening gambits." They may also be known as "pickup lines" or "icebreakers." However, you don't have to be...

TL;DR in English: Look for a nice person in the right places. Do a little flirting Look for signs of reciprocation. Strike up a conversation.
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Select a kit that contains at least the Triops eggs, food, and care instructions. You can also find kits that come with a tank, thermometer, or dish for hatching the eggs. Most kits cost between $10 and $20. Out of these 20 eggs, you’ll likely only get 1 to 3 Triops. Make sure that the eggs, which are as small as a grain of sand, go into the water and don’t accidentally blow away or get stuck on the edge of the aquarium. Most kits come with around 40 to 60 eggs, so you can have 2 to 3 hatching cycles. After you sprinkle the eggs into the water, expect them to hatch between 24 and 96 hours later. Look closely, as newborn Triops are so small, they’re almost invisible to the human eye for the first few days. If you’re hatching the eggs in the fall or winter when it’s colder, it can take an additional 3 to 5 days for the Triops to hatch.

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Determine your reason for creating a genogram. Understand what you are looking for. Decide how many generations you need to represent in your genogram. Develop a set of questions to ask yourself and your relatives.

If you are using a dark, nonstick pan, lower the oven temperature to 325°F (162°C). Pulse the Oreo cookies in the food processor until you get fine crumbs first. Add the melted butter and blend again until smooth.  The cookies need to be finely ground, sort of like coffee grounds. If they are too chunky, your crust won't hold together well. Save the remaining 10 cookies for the filling. Make sure that the crust is firmly packed into the pan, or it won't hold together. For a fancier touch, spread the mixture across the bottom of the pan first, then push it 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) up the sides. Do not remove the crust from the springform pan yet. It won't hold together until you add the cheesecake filling. You can do this using an electric mixer or a food processor fitted with whisks. From time to time, pause the mixer, and scrape down the sides with a spatula; this will ensure that everything gets evenly mixed together. Mix the filling on low speed after each egg you add until it is blended before adding the next egg. Make sure that the ingredients are evenly mixed throughout. There should be no streaks and swirls; everything should be consistent. Use a knife to chop the cookies into coarse crumbs; they can be as big or as small as you'd like. Gently stir them into the filling using a spatula. If you need to, use a spatula to help guide the filling into the crust. Smooth the top down with a spatula so that there aren't any ripples. There is enough cake to cut 16 slices. Cover and store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.To learn how to decorate your cake, click here.

TL;DR in English: Preheat the oven to 350 °F (177 °C). Mix together the 26 crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter in a food processor. Press the cookie mixture into the prepared springform pan. Bake the crust for 8 to 10 minutes in the oven, then set it aside to cool. Beat the of cream cheese and sugar until blended. Slowly add the eggs, one at a time. Fold in the sour cream and vanilla extract, and mix again. Roughly chop up the remaining Oreo cookies and stir them into the filling. Pour the filling into the crust. Decorate the cake, if desired, and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours before serving.
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Don’t open a new document right away, because you will use the drag and drop function to do so. Locate your file. If your file is on the desktop you can skip this step. Drag the file to the icon of your open program. When it is hovering over the program, release your mouse button. The program will open the file and bring it up on your screen. This function will not work if you try to open a file that is not compatible with the program you’ve chosen.

TL;DR in English: Open the program in which you want to open a file. Open a window using the Finder program or Start menu. Click on the file and hold your left mouse button down. Wait a few seconds.
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Use your favorite Internet search engine to find photographs of traditional knuckle dusters. Choose the best image and save it for use as a reference.  The image you choose should clearly show the front side of the knuckle duster by itself. This image does not need to be to scale, but it should show an accurate outline. If you've memorized the way knuckle dusters look, you don't need to use a reference photograph. You can skip this step and move onto the next one if you feel comfortable doing so. Using your reference image as a guide, sketch the design of your knuckle duster onto standard paper. You'll need to draw your design to scale, so it needs to be big enough to fit over your hand.  For an average adult male's hand, the distance between the bottom of the middle finger holes and the bottom of the handle should be between 1.18 and 1.38 inches (30 and 35 mm). Each finger hole should be between 0.98 and 1.06 inches (25 and 27 mm). Instead of making perfect circles, try to make the holes slightly oval in shape. After sketching your design on paper, carefully cut it out. Cut around the perimeter of the design and cut out the holes, as well. Tape the paper design onto the metal you plan to use. Use a permanent marker to trace around the paper and create an outline on the metal.  You may want to trace the design onto the metal using a pencil first. Doing so will allow you to correct any mistakes you make. Afterward, though, you should still trace over the same outline in permanent marker. After transferring the design to the metal, you can remove the paper pattern. Note that 2024 or 7075 aluminum, 1/4 to 1/2 inch (7 to 12mm) thick, will be the easiest to find and work with. You can use actual brass measuring the same thickness, but the metal may give you more difficulties.

TL;DR in English: Find a reference image. Sketch the design on paper. Trace the design onto the metal.
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Fill up with a blueberry flavored smoothie that's packed with healthy fats.  Plus, this cholesterol-lowering smoothie will be extra creamy from the avocado.  Blend together the following ingredients:  1 cup of frozen blueberries, 1/2 an avocado, 1 cup of coconut water, juice from 1 lime, 1 serving of vanilla whey protein powder and 4 ice cubes. Blend until the ingredients are completely smooth.  Taste your smoothie.  If it needs a little boost of extra sweetness, add a touch of stevia or honey. In addition, if you want to boost the nutrient content of this smoothie, consider adding in a handful of dark greens, such as spinach or kale.  This recipe makes 1 serving. Another ingredient that works well in smoothies is chia seeds.  These little seeds blend up nicely and add a nice boost of fiber and healthy fats.  Blend together the following ingredients:  1/2 cup of blueberries or acai berries, 2 cups of unsweetened almond milk and 2 tablespoons of chia seeds. Blend until the ingredients are completely smooth.  Taste your smoothie.  If you think it needs a little sweetness, add in some stevia or honey to taste.  Serve immediately.  This recipe makes 1 serving. Green smoothie's are a classic healthy meal or snack.  The ingredients in this smoothie are high in fiber and antioxidants to help get your cholesterol to a better level.  Blend together the following ingredients:  1/2 a cucumber with the peel, 2 cups of swiss chard, 2 celery stalks, 1 medium peach, 1 medium peeled orange, 1/4 of an avocado and 4-6 ounces of water. Blend these ingredients until they're completely smooth.  Taste and add a touch of honey if you want it sweeter.  This recipe makes 2 servings. Oats are a great cholesterol lowering food.  However, they're not just for oatmeal.  Blended into this smoothie, they add a creamy texture and a ton of soluble fiber.  Blend together the following ingredients:  1/4 cup of rolled oats, 1/4 cup of water, 1/2 cup of milk, 1/3 cup of greek yogurt, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1 cored apple, 1 teaspoon of...

TL;DR in English: Blend together a blueberry avocado smoothie. Mix together a chia berry smoothie. Make a classic green smoothie. Blend together a fruity oatmeal smoothie.
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The purpose of your genogram will help you to focus on the type of family information you want to collect. It's also likely to help you decide with whom you will share the completed diagram––sometimes the information might be considered upsetting or too sensitive for some family members, so you'll need to judge that depending on the context.  Genograms can focus on a number of hereditary patterns and issues including substance abuse, mental illness, and physical violence, as well as many physical illnesses. Genograms can provide health care workers with a visual document that tracks the history of your current mental or medical proclivities through your family bloodline. Once you know why you're making a genogram, whether it’s for a healthcare provider, school project, or just to get to know you and your family more, knowing what it is you want to learn can help you to organize how you go about populating your genogram.  Genograms are like family trees. Only in addition to looking at the branches, you also look at the leaves on each branch. You'll not only learn who is in your family, but how everyone is connected through physical and emotional relationships. For example, a genogram can tell you who is married, divorced, widowed, etc. It will also tell you how many kids each union (typically between two individuals) has, what each child is like, and what the individual relationships are between members on more than just a physical level. Think about what kind of information you want to learn from making your genogram. Do you want to know who in your family has depression, addictions, or a history of cancer? Perhaps you want to know more about why your mother and her mother never get along, by looking for the right clues you’ll be able to make a genogram that serves your goals. This will give you a clear idea of who you will need to approach for information to complete your diagram and whether this will be possible given people's ages and geographical location.  Luckily, you can always use email, Skype, and...

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Use Chapstick as a "fire extender". Make a candle. Make a Q-tip candle.

While many gingerbread recipes call for using dried ginger and other spices, make gingerbread that uses grated peeled ginger. The ginger will add moisture to the cake and will give a spicier flavor to the classic bakery cake. The flavor of gingerbread will improve as it's stored. Try to make gingerbread at least 1 day before you plan to serve it. Cinnamon is often the main spice used in traditional pumpkin pie, but you can highlight the flavor of ginger. Stir 1 1/2 tablespoons (9 g) of grated ginger into your favorite pumpkin pie filling before baking it. To add an extra ginger flavor to the pie, sprinkle a little dried and ground ginger into sweetened whipped cream. Serve the whipped cream on the side. Bake crisp gingersnaps or soft spiced ginger cookies that use ginger root. Add about 3 tablespoons (18 g) of fresh grated ginger to your favorite spice or gingersnap cookie recipe for a bright ginger flavor. Many cookie recipes already call for dried ground ginger. To substitute fresh ginger, add half as much fresh ginger as the recipe calls for. For example, if the recipe calls for 2 teaspoons (4 g) of ground ginger, use 1 teaspoon (1 g) of grated fresh ginger. Add the exciting flavor of ginger to simply flavored pound cakes. Ginger also works well with lemon, orange, lime, and other citrus flavors. Add about 2 teaspoons (2 g) of fresh grated ginger to your cake batter. Consider mixing some ginger syrup into enough powdered sugar to make a quick glaze. Pour the ginger glaze over the cake once it's cool. Take a 2 ounce (57 g) piece of ginger root and leave its peel on. Pulse the ginger in a food processor until it's finely ground. Combine the ginger with the sugar according to your muffin recipe. Stir together the rest of the recipe's ingredients and bake them in a muffin tin. The ginger works well with these muffin flavors:  Blueberry Pear and walnut Lemon poppyseed

TL;DR in English: Bake gingerbread using grated ginger. Include grated ginger root in pumpkin pie. Make spiced cookies using grated ginger. Add ginger to pound or citrus cakes. Use minced fresh ginger in muffin batter.
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Open a jar of salsa and begin adding it gradually to the dip base. The salsa should be added to taste and stirred in until the mixture becomes a light pink color. Make sure not to add too much at once, as this can overpower the dairy elements and reduce the creaminess of the dip.  Choose a thick salsa instead of thinner types like pico de gallo to avoid making the dip watery. Just to be on the safe side, use mild salsa. If you want to spice the dip up later, you’ll have more control using fresh peppers and other seasonings. Sprinkle roughly a cup’s worth of shredded cheese over the top of the cream cheese/sour cream/salsa mixture. Cover the entire dish so that the cheese is distributed evenly throughout the dip. Add more cheese to taste. The sharper notes of cheeses with distinct flavors, like cheddar and jack, will stand out nicely in your dip. Take the tomatoes, onions and green bell peppers you diced earlier and add them into the dip. Mix the entire entire concoction together so that each ingredient is spread through the dip—ideally, each bite will contain a little bit of everything. Looking for other vegetables to build up your nacho dip? Try minced garlic, black beans or mild Anaheim or poblano peppers. Place the bowl containing the mixed ingredients in the refrigerator and allow it to sit for thirty minutes to an hour until the dip “sets up.” The cream cheese/sour cream mixture will thicken as it cools, and the flavors of the taco seasoning, cheese and vegetables will have time to come together. At the sixty minute mark, or whenever you’re ready to serve it, take the dip out, transfer it to the intended serving dish and arrange tortilla chips around the dip. You’re ready to eat! Leave the dip in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bring it out for your guests.

TL;DR in English: Blend salsa into the dip base. Layer on shredded cheese. Incorporate the diced veggies. Refrigerate for up to an hour.
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While you may be able to use this article as a guide to help you figure out if you are injured, you still must go to the doctor to get a professional diagnosis. It would be bad to think that you are ok, only to put pressure on your knee and injure it further. Schedule an appointment for as soon as possible after the injury. If you can, you may also go to the hospital to deal with the injury right away. When your ACL gets injured, it is referred to as a sprain rather than a broken bone because it is a ligament (though it can feel as painful as breaking a bone). The term 'sprain' refers to more than just the stretching of the ligament, it is actually the classification the is used to refer to ligament injuries. There are three levels of ACL injury.  A grade 1 ACL sprain involves mild injury to the ligament. It has been slightly stretched but not torn. It can still sustain the knee joint and will help the leg remain stable. A grade 2 ACL sprain is when the ligament is stretched beyond its capacity to the point it becomes loose. This is when the technical term “partial tear of the ACL” is used. A grade 3 ACL sprain makes the knee joint unstable and the ligament is completely torn apart. You must have a doctor do this test—do not try it yourself. This is the preferred test for figuring out if you have a partial ACL tear because it can show that you have a partial tear even when the rest of the ligaments and tendons in your knee are uninjured. A doctor will: Have you lie down on a table. Your doctor will first look at your uninjured knee to see how far your shin moves forward when your knee is bent. Your ACL keeps your shin from moving very far forward. Your doctor will then look at your injured knee and see how far your shin moves forward when the knee is bent. If it moves forward further than normal but your doctor can still feel resistance, it means that you have a partial tear. If there is no resistance, your ACL has been fully torn. This test is meant to determine how much pressure can be put on your injured...

TL;DR in English: Go to a doctor if you notice any of the symptoms listed in this article. Be aware that there are three grades of ACL injury. Have a doctor perform the Lachman test. Be prepared for the Pivot Shift test. Have an x-ray taken of your knee. Know that an MRI might need to be done.
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Many customers might think of your business and wonder whether you're open. You can end that doubt by posting regularly on social media to let your customers know that you're ready to serve them and your community.  Along with letting your customers know that you're open, detail the steps you're taking to keep both your customers and your employees safe and healthy. For example, you might emphasis that your store is closed but customers can still pick up orders. Many businesses have shorter hours during the pandemic. Communicate your hours clearly on every post, along with a phone number where customers can reach you. The response to the outbreak means that the situation on the ground can change rapidly. Use social media or email lists to let your customers know of any changes before they actually take place, so your customers can adjust accordingly. Keep in mind that many people only go out once a day if they have to, so any change to store hours or delivery schedules definitely needs to be communicated in advance.  For example, you might send out an email to your customer list on Friday letting them know that effective Monday, you will only be open from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. You don't want to be seen as dragging your feet when it comes to closing your doors or making changes to your operations. Your customers may interpret this as you putting your profits ahead of the health and safety of your employees and your customers. Instead, act before the government tells you to do so. Since many of your customers have to stay at home, they may look to online or other remote solutions to solve the problems they previously solved with your product or service. After the public health crisis has passed, they may stick with that new solution rather than returning to you.  For example, you might offer price-matching or free delivery to customers during the outbreak. To get customers to return, offer a coupon or discount that is only valid in several months, when the worst of the crisis will likely...

TL;DR in English: Make it clear to your customers that you're still open and going strong. Notify your customers proactively of policy changes. Offer incentives for customers who stick with you. Engage customers with online events. Provide free or discounted shipping for online orders. Use social media to empathize with customers.
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Uncap the container and rub the lip balm onto something flammable: cotton balls, Q-tips, cloth, gauze, lint, or even dry organic materials like leaves and bark. Then, light the material on fire. The oil in the lip balm will give your flame an extra kick of intensity, and it should help it burn for longer while you get a larger fire going.  You can also use petroleum jelly like Vaseline for this purpose.  Consider keeping cotton balls or gauze in your survival kit for precisely this purpose. Together, cotton and lip balm form a potent fire-starting combination. Add a short wick, and the waxy, oily lip balm will perform much like a standard candle. For the wick, you can use a string, a match, or half of a Q-tip – anything that will not burn too quickly. Coat the wick in Chapstick wax, then stick it into the end of the balm. Light it on fire, and you have a candle that you can use to make more fire.  Make sure to plant the wick slightly off-center from the plastic screw in the center of the Chapstick. Keep the wick very short. Otherwise, it might burn too quickly. Either way, there's a good chance that the fire will melt away the plastic rim of the container. Try cutting a Q-tip in half, then coating the fuzzy end of the Q-tip in lip balm. Stick the sharp end of the half-Q-tip into the Chapstick, then light the fuzz. It should burn well and last at least a few minutes.

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Choose an aquarium tank. Dechlorinate the water in the tank. Keep the water between 75 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a filtration system in your tank. Add plants and decorations to your tank. Light your tank.

Nothing will give you a better return on your investment than a little elbow grease. A cleaner house will look more appealing to your realtor when he or she helps you set a price, as well as to the appraiser the bank sends out when you have an offer. Here are some ideas: Make your house look more spacious by eliminating junky or unnecessary items. Get rid of battered furniture, decaying knick-knacks and piles of paper - or, if you can't stand to part with anything, throw your stuff in a storage unit until after the house sells. Remember that it's better to show a somewhat barren house than one that's filled to the brim with clutter. Once you have more room to work, undertake a thorough housecleaning. Not only should you do usual chores such as mopping or dusting, but focus on rarely-cleaned areas such as baseboards, grout and heating vents. Steam clean your carpets, and wash walls and windows. Wipe down the blinds, and remove any broken screens. Pressure-wash any siding on the outside of your house, as well as the sidewalks and driveways. If you don't have the time to undertake such a project, consider hiring a professional cleaning service. Many of them specialize in residential properties for lease or for sale. A common saying among realtors is, "If you can smell it, you can't sell it." Sometimes, people can't detect how their house smells because their noses are so accustomed to it. If you think your home smells fabulous, have a trusted friend confirm or deny this as soon as they walk in the door. If you keep pets, thoroughly shampoo carpets and furniture, and wash all bedding - you're not selling the bedding or the furniture, but they're capable of smelling up the house just the same. If you smoke, do everything you would for pets in addition to washing (and possibly painting over) the walls and ceiling as well as you can. When you know your realtor will be showing the house, try to make it smell good by baking something delicious beforehand (which you can put on the counter for your guests) or lighting a...

TL;DR in English: Do a basic cleaning. Get rid of clutter. Do a deep clean. Eliminate odors.
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Lotion can help revitalize and moisturize dry patches to make your skin look vibrant. Apply a body lotion from your shoulders down to your toes before you put your bikini on. Make sure you rub the lotion all the way into your skin using gentle, circular motions. This is a great way to make you look thinner, and cover up any bruises or blemishes. Simply head to your nearest drug store to pick up a spray tan product. To apply, exfoliate your skin with a wash cloth, and then rub or spray on the tanner. Be sure to follow the directions on the package for proper application. If you do not want to give yourself a spray tan, try going to a professional. Most tanning salons offer spray tan services. Keep in mind, they can be expensive. A great way to feel more confident, and add style to your bikini look is to wear a cover-up. These come in a variety of styles, such as a cotton jersey halter, a fringe wrap skirt, or a lace kimono. They are the perfect thing to wear when you are not swimming, but just hanging out near the water because they allow you coverage without having to get completely dressed. Sun hats are a great way to protect your skin and look super chic. Try looking for a straw hat to match your bikini vibe. Regardless of what some may think, everyone can pull of a sun hat, especially when it is being worn with a bikini. One way to slim down your waist is to lift the breasts by either wearing a bikini top that has supportive underwire, or by using waterproof medical tape. To use the medical tape, start with the tape under the arm, and bring it inward, pulling the tape so that it lifts your breasts and pushes up your cleavage. You will want to use about three pieces of tape on each side for a secure hold.

TL;DR in English: Moisturize your skin. Apply a spray tan. Wear a bikini cover-up. Accessorize with a hat. Create the look of a slimmer waist.
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This must be a clean pot made of steel or Pyrex, and should hold about two quarts (two liters) or more. "Hot ice" is non-toxic, so don't worry about ruining your cookware. Do not use a copper pot. Measure out three tablespoons (45 mL) baking soda into the pot. You cannot use baking powder, which contains other chemicals that interfere with the process. Measure out about one quart (liter) white vinegar, then pour it bit by bit into the container. It will fizz immediately, so don't pour too quickly or it might overflow. This measurement assumes you're using 5% acetic acid, which is a common concentration for commercial vinegar. This doesn't need to be a precise measurement, though. The vinegar (acetic acid) and baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) are reacting to produce sodium acetate, along with the carbon dioxide that causes all this fizzing. Give the liquid a good stir as it fizzes to make sure all the baking soda is mixed in, then wait for the reaction to end. If you still see a single grain of baking soda, add more vinegar until they all disappear. Any baking soda left in the liquid could freeze your "hot ice" before you want it to, later in the process. Vinegar is mostly water, which you'll need to boil away. Once about 90% of the liquid is gone — which could take half an hour of boiling or more — a crusty film will begin to form on the surface. This means all the excess water is gone and you need to turn off the heat as fast as possible. If you let too much of a crust develop, your liquid will get cloudy and not work very well.  If it does get very brown and cloudy, add a bit more vinegar and boil again. The sodium acetate starts out as "sodium acetate trihydrate," meaning it contains water. Once all the water around it is gone, those water molecules start to evaporate and the sodium acetate becomes "sodium acetate anhydrous," meaning "without water." As the water level gets lower, you'll notice powdery sodium acetate crystals sticking to the inside of the pot. You'll need these later, so use a spoon to...

TL;DR in English: Choose a large cooking pot. Add baking soda. Pour in white vinegar. Wait until the liquid stops fizzing. Make sure the liquid is completely clear. Boil until the first trace of a film appears on the surface. Scrape off the crystals on the side of the pot. Transfer to a sealed container. Chill the container in an ice bath. Add a bit of crystallized sodium acetate to your aqueous solution. Watch your hot ice form.
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Daisy plants can grow 3–4 feet (0.91–1.22 m) tall during the peak of summer. Once they’ve had their last bloom in early fall, cut off the top half of the plants so that only 1.5–2 feet (0.46–0.61 m) remain. The green, leafy daisy stalks will still look nice in a fall garden. At this point, the daisy plants will put their energy into maintaining the leaves rather than producing seeds. If your garden has daisies that are completely dead, it’s best to prune them out entirely. The stems of dead daisies are often brittle, so you can bend and snap the stems near the ground. Then take a pair of pruning shears and cut the daisy stems off about 3–4 inches (7.6–10.2 cm) from the ground. Dead daisies in winter will have no greenery on the stems or stalk, and they can start to look slimy and unsightly. Give your daisies a drastic pruning every year after the first frost. Use a sharp pair of gardening shears to trim each daisy stem so that no more than 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) protrudes up above the soil. If you’re not sure when the first killing frost occurs in your region, you can look it up online here: https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates.

TL;DR in English: Prune green daisy plants in fall by cutting half the stem off. Remove any blackened, dead daisies. Cut daisy stems to 1–2 in (2.5–5.1 cm) above the soil line in winter.
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Ideally, your tank will be 10 gallons (37.9 L) in volume. You don’t want to overcrowd your tank. If you have a 10-gallon tank, for example, aim for about five guppies. This will simply help you maintain the tank better and keep your fish healthier. Some guppy breeders and enthusiasts might argue that you don’t need to follow that ratio, but the more fish you have in your tank, the more often you will have to clean it and change the water. Consider this when deciding what size tank to get, and how many guppies to keep in it. There are a few ways you can dechlorinate your water. You can let it sit with the lid open for about a week to let the chlorine evaporate, or you can buy a dechlorinating kit. It’s important to dechlorinate your aquarium, and any water you add to it in the future.  You can buy these supplies at a local pet supply store for a relatively low cost. You will also want to buy a chlorine testing kit, just to make sure the water is completely free of chlorine before adding your fish. Follow instructions on the dechlorination bottle. Nearly all tap water has a certain level of chlorine in it. You can use purified, filtered, or distilled water that is free of chlorine, to begin with, but to be safe, still test the water for chlorine before putting your fish in it.  Try to keep the pH level in your tank between 8/10 guppies like higher level pH so aim for around 7.5pH to help you keep the pH at a high you may want to add crushed coral. This is equal to about 24 and 28 degrees Celsius. Keep a thermometer in the tank to monitor the temperature. If you find it needs to be heated, you can purchase a small heater to place in the tank.  If you need a heater, make sure you buy one that is appropriate for the size of aquarium you have. For example, if you have a 5-gallon tank, you’ll need a less powerful heater than if you have a 20-gallon tank. Ask the associate at the pet supply store if you aren’t sure which heater you need. To avoid overheating your tank, it’s best to keep it out of direct sunlight. Use...

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Make brushing enjoyable. Reward yourself. Visit the dentist. Notice any changes in how you feel.

If you put on a harness, make sure it is loose enough. You should be able to put a finger or two between the harness and the guinea pig. If it's too tight, it could harm the guinea pig's back over time and chaff under his armpits. It may not be a good idea to put a harness on at all. Some owners have had trouble with harnesses harming guinea pigs' backs  after they've worn it several times. If you insist on using a leash, make sure you just do it in the yard. That is, you can use a leash to keep your guinea pig from wandering too far. However, you need to supervise the guinea pig the whole time. A leash isn't license to leave your guinea pig alone outside.  Also, don't tug on the leash. Just let your guinea pig roam about. Make sure the leash is always loose, and your guinea pig doesn't get tangled in it. While you can put your guinea pig in a harness, it's not a good idea to walk it on a leash. The tugging sensation can harm the guinea pig's delicate spine very easily. In addition, most guinea pigs won't take to walking, meaning they can't be trained to walk beside you on a leash.  In addition, guinea pigs can easily slip out of harnesses, so they can escape before you can catch them. Therefore, trying to walk a guinea pig in a street isn't a good idea. It could get away from you and be harmed.

TL;DR in English: Make sure the harness isn't too tight. Use leashes just for the yard. Don't walk your guinea pig.
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There are two types of traps available for groundhogs: traps that kill the groundhogs immediately and traps that keep them alive, so you can take them somewhere and release them. Because the traps that kill groundhogs are dangerous to use and often end up killing house pets and other animals, they are illegal in many places. The safer and more humane option is a live trap, which uses bait to lure the groundhog into a cage that has a door that will lock shut. These traps are available at garden supply stores and can be reused as often as necessary.  If you prefer to use a trap that kills the groundhog and it's legal in your state to do so, call a professional groundhog extermination service to have them set the trap and deal with the groundhog after it's been caught. This is not recommended if you have pets that may wander near the trap. Relocating groundhogs is also illegal in some areas. If this is the case in your region, you'll need to call animal control to dispose of the groundhog on your property. In the spring, groundhogs are active, but they haven't yet given birth to their young. Trapping them before the babies are born will prevent you from having 4 extra groundhogs to deal with. Another benefit of trapping in spring is that the tunnels are easier to spot, since no foliage is covering them. Finally, groundhogs are extra-hungry this time of year because their favorite foods have yet to sprout. This means they'll be easily enticed by the bait you set out.  Plan to trap groundhogs in early spring, before the flowers and leaves come out in full force. You can also trap groundhogs in the fall. The best place to set the trap is close to the entrance hole to the groundhog's burrow. To find the hole, look for a place where the dirt at the ground's surface is disturbed, and follow it to a small hole or caved-in spot. You'll want to set the trap 5–10 feet (1.5–3.0 m) from the hole to make sure it's within easy reach. Determine where the groundhog high-traffic area is by looking for footprints, trails or where...

TL;DR in English: Decide what type of trap to use. Set the trap in the early spring. Find a groundhog hole.
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Because e-cigarettes are only lightly regulated by the U.S. FDA, and oversight worldwide is similarly limited, there is no way to know for sure what is exactly in the e-liquid that turns into vapor.  Your best bet is to seek out e-cigarettes from established companies that show at least some track-record of providing products of relative quality and safety (“relative” being the operative word, as no e-cigarettes should be called “safe.”)  If you want to wean yourself off nicotine dependency via e-cigarettes, it is best to choose the refillable, tank-type version as opposed to the “cigalikes” variety (which look more like traditional cigarettes and are pre-filled).  With the refillable type, you have more control over the amount of nicotine and flavoring you add, and can more readily reduce your nicotine amounts as desired.  Once again, however, there is no regulation over the contents of the e-liquid refills, so there is no way to know for sure that the claimed amount of nicotine is accurate.  Indeed, testing has indicated that some supposedly nicotine-free e-liquids actually contain nicotine. If you want to try to use e-cigarettes to help you quit smoking altogether, you almost certainly have to wean yourself off of traditional cigarettes first.  For many people, e-cigarettes provide a similar but distinct type of “fix,” because of differences in the smoking process, the contents of the cigarettes, and the settings in which you can smoke each type. This means that if you are smoking both traditional and electronic cigarettes at the same time, you may be trying to quit two types of addictions at once.  For most people, it is probably best to quit one smoking type at a time. Since e-cigarettes are not marketed or officially approved for smoking cessation, there is little clear advice on how best to go about using them in order to quit.  Generally speaking, though, the best option seems to be to steadily reduce the nicotine concentration in your e-liquid until you are smoking (supposedly) nicotine-free vapor. ...

TL;DR in English: Choose your e-cigarettes wisely. Stop smoking traditional cigarettes. Reduce your nicotine concentration over time. Anticipate nicotine withdrawal symptoms. Deal with the physical habit of smoking.
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You can do this by visiting their office locator at https://secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp. Type in your local zip code and then click “Locate.” The address of the Social Security Office closest to you will pop up, as well as their hours. Most offices will be open Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm and closed on the weekends, but it’s important to read the hours for your local office just to make sure. You may not be able to get an appointment for several weeks (or even months). If you’re dealing with an urgent matter, definitely check to see if an appointment time is available, but be prepared to go right into the office.  To schedule an appointment, you’ll need to call the SSA’s main phone number. You could schedule an appointment to apply for a replacement Social Security number card. Social Security offices are always busy, and it’s likely that you’ll have to wait for a long time to be helped. Plan ahead and either get there right when they open or make sure you arrive several hours before the office is scheduled to close.  Check the office’s hours to make sure you’re arriving at the right time. You can go right to the office if you need to handle matters such as filing for benefits or appealing a disability decision.

TL;DR in English: Locate a Social Security Administration office nearby. Schedule an appointment to visit the office, if possible. Visit the office whenever possible if you don't make an appointment.
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If you see brushing your teeth as a chore, you’re less likely to keep at it. Do what you can to make the process enjoyable. Choose products that you like, and that are comfortable for you.  Choose a toothpaste that you like. Toothpaste comes in many flavors including mint, anise, and cinnamon. They’re all essentially the same in terms of effectiveness as long as they contain fluoride. Be sure that your toothpaste has the ADA seal of approval.  Choose a toothbrush that fits comfortably in your hand and in your mouth. Soft bristles can feel good on sensitive gums and teeth and they will also protect your gums against gum recession. Rewards can be big or small, but they should be significant to you. Decide ahead of time what your reward will be, and how long you’ll have to keep up your routine to earn it.  Tell a friend or loved one what your reward will be. They can remind you if you start to lose motivation. When you earn your first reward, take the time to enjoy it. Then set a new reward for a new goal. Rewards don't have to be related to your teeth at all! You can take yourself out to a great meal, or splurge on a purchase you wouldn't otherwise make. No one can give you more accurate feedback on your progress than your dentist. Regular appointments for checkups and cleanings are essentially feedback sessions to see how your brushing has improved your dental health. Talk to your dentist about your efforts to brush regularly and the progress you’ve made. Ask your dentist to tell you what you might be doing wrong and how you can improve your brushing habits. Once you’ve been brushing your teeth regularly for a while, you may feel more confident. Your smile and breath are likely more clean and fresh than they were before. Take the time to enjoy that newfound confidence; it’s just what you need to stick with your new habit.

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Teach the alphabet. Work on vowels. Move on to consonants. Combine vowels and consonants to form words. Tackle sight words together.

If the entirety of the root system isn’t removed, it’s possible that the weeds will regrow and return. Wait one or two days after you water or after it rains heavily so the soil has time to soak. Pulling weeds from wet soil will disturb surrounding plants less than dry soil. Instead of kneeling on hard ground or rocks, wear knee pads to prevent soreness and stiffness later. Gloves will help stop any skin irritation and can also prevent blisters from long days of pulling weeds.  If you do not have knee pads, laying down a cushion or folded towel is a good substitute.  Use gloves that are made from a non-stick, but breathable, material. This will make the weeds easier to pull up. Use the tool to dig around in the soil around the weeds. This can also help you dig up more established weeds. If you grab the weeds in handfuls, you may not pull out the taproot, or the root that provides most of the weed’s water. While it is more tedious, to prevent weeds from growing back, pull them one at a time. This ensures that you grab the weed by the main root. Twisting the weed will help break off smaller roots and make it easier to pull out.  Do not use a fast jerking motion when pulling, as this can cause large root sections to break off and regrow.  Put everything that you have pulled in a bucket so they do not germinate again and throw them in the trash. Do not put them in compost.

TL;DR in English: Water the weeds to loosen the root system. Wear knee pads and gloves to protect your body. Loosen weeds with a soil knife or garden fork. Grab and pull weeds individually rather than in clumps. Pull the weed from its base with an upward and twisting motion.
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Rubber is especially prone to chipping or flaking after being painted. If you want to paint rubber, buy acrylic paints online or from a craft store for a lasting color. Painting rubber is the most temporary way to stain objects. Choose this method if you're unsure how permanent you want your dyed color to be. Mod Podge helps the paint stick to your object and prevent the color from flaking. Use a paint brush to cover the surface in a thin Mod Podge layer, and let it dry for 15-20 minutes.  Clean the rubber with soap and water first to remove debris for a more secure paint job. If you have any areas you don't want to paint, affix painter's tape over these areas before applying the Mod Podge. You can buy Mod Podge from most home improvement or craft stores. Dip a foam brush into the acrylic paint and apply it in even layers to the rubber object. When you've covered the entire surface in the paint, let it dry for 30-60 minutes and inspect the color's brightness. For a stronger color, apply 2-3 coats of paint. Wait for each coat to dry before applying another one, which should take between 30 minutes to an hour. After the last paint coat dries, hold the paint sealer's nozzle 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) from the surface and spray an even coating over the rubber. Let the paint sealer dry for 30-60 minutes before touching or using the rubber object. Even with paint sealer, acrylic paint may flake or chip over time. Reapply paint coats as needed to restore the rubber's color, spraying more paint sealer afterward.

TL;DR in English: Use acrylics to paint rubber objects. Apply a layer of Mod Podge over your object before painting. Use a foam brush to apply the acrylics. Spray a paint sealer over the rubber to preserve its color.
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Before you start collecting your kitchen scraps, you need to know if you will be using them for a personal compost bin or if they will be going to a municipal composting program. Making this distinction is important because you can compost more food items in a municipal composting program than you can at home. For a municipal program, you can often collect all biodegradable kitchen scraps, including meat and dairy. Have a mini compost bin indoors that you keep near your meal preparation area. It should be something that is easy to fill up, transport daily to the compost bin, and keep clean. You could consider a small plastic container (there are fun tiny garbage cans with lids) or use something as simple as a ceramic bowl with a saucer over it. Locate your compost bin somewhere that is easy to access, so that you and family members will be encouraged to use it. The best kitchen scraps to add to your compost pile are those fruit and vegetable scraps because they break down quickly and do not attract rodents and insects in the same way that animal products do. Add all of your fruit and vegetable scraps, including those that have been cooked. While all animal products that are used in the kitchen can go into municipal composting bins, there are only a few that you should add to your home bins. One of the few animal products to add is egg shells, as these add calcium to the compost, which will help your plants grow. There are a variety of biodegradable items that can't be composted at home for reasons of health, hygiene and inability to break down. These include:  Meat and meat scraps Bones Fish and fish bones Oil or fat Pet or human feces (except for manure of herbivorous creatures such as rabbits and horses)

TL;DR in English: Decide how kitchen scraps will be used. Get a small compost container for indoors. Collect all fruit and vegetable scraps. Use only select animal products in home composting. Know what not to compost.
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Cluster A personality disorders are defined by behavior that may appear strange or eccentric to other people. Someone with a disorder from this group may have unusual ideas or suffer from distorted thinking. Poor social skills and social isolation are common in people with these disorders. Paranoid, schizoid, and schizotypal personality disorders are included in Cluster A. Make sure that you do not label your partner, even if your suspect that they might have this disorder. Personality disorders are a spectrum of symptoms and it is possible to have some symptoms, but not have the disorder. If your partner finds that the symptoms are interfering with their life, then they should see a mental health professional for a diagnosis. If your partner believes other people are out to get them or are plotting against them, even when there is no evidence this is the case, they might have paranoid personality disorder. This disorder is characterized by mistrust, being quick to take offense, and being secretive.  Someone with paranoid personality disorder may read too much into other people’s actions or believe that others are sending them hints and messages through innocuous behaviors. If your partner frequently accuses you of being unfaithful, it could be another indicator of paranoid personality disorder, or it could just be regular jealousy. Diagnostic criteria can blend in with other behaviors, so not all behaviors can be considered as part of a disorder. If your partner appears emotionally flat and uninterested in spending time with other people, they may have schizoid personality disorder. Someone with schizoid personality disorder may seem to have few friends, interests, or goals in life.  Consider your partner’s desire for intimacy and sex. Many people with schizoid personality disorder have little or no sex drive. They may also avoid emotional intimacy. However, lack of sexual attraction or drive can also be a sign of asexuality, which is normal and healthy. Don’t confuse schizoid personality disorder with...

TL;DR in English: Understand Cluster A disorders. Think about whether your partner is overly suspicious of other people. Notice if your partner has difficulty forming close relationships. Look for strange, magical, or delusional beliefs.
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The alphabet is the bare bones of reading. In order to understand books, stories, sentences, or even words, you must first understand the letters of the alphabet. Teaching your child the alphabet will help her learn to recognize letters and sound them out so that they can later build them together to make words.  Use tactile learning tools. Buy a set of 3 in (7.6 cm) foam letters and/or blocks with letters of the alphabet to play with. As your child plays, tell them what each letter sounds like. Then ask them to try and reproduce the sound. You can gradually advance to having your child identify which letter makes a sound that you speak. "Quiz" them by showing them 3 letters and asking, for example, which one makes the "ah" sound. In addition to recognizing the appearance of a written letter, teach your child the sound each letter makes. Work on one letter at a time, or break it into small groups of letters. For example, one day you might work on A through D, the next day E through H, and so on. Vowels are the next step to progress to after learning the basic alphabet. They're a little easier to learn than consonants since there are only A, E, I, O, U, and Y. One easy way to teach vowels is to print out vowel workbook pages from a phonics website, or purchase a similar book at your local bookstore. These workbook pages typically show pictures and words, and often help break down the parts of a word. Matching the word with its corresponding image might help your child better understand the meanings of words.  You can find free vowel workbook pages online at websites like http://www.schoolexpress.com/fws/cat.php?id=2483. Show your child pictures and say the word each image depicts. Ask your child which vowel makes the sound for that word.  For example, when you show a picture of a cat and say "cat," ask your child to identify which vowel makes the "a" sound. Once your child has gotten the hang of vowels, you're ready to move on to consonants. Consonants can be trickier, in part because there are so many more of...

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