Have a calling. Have a college degree. Apply to bible school or seminary. Receive your ordained minister license. Become a minister at a particular church.

. Make sure to pick your cooling rack according to the size of the cake you are baking. 10-inches seems to be the largest standard pan size (for bundt cakes and round cakes), so a rack that is at least 10-inches across should serve just about all of your needs. Cooling racks are an essential tool for any baker as they help your cake cool evenly and quickly. Here are a few things to consider:  Pick a wire rack that is easy to fit in your dishwasher and in the area you plan to store it. Cooling racks work by allowing air to circulate under your cake, which helps prevent condensation which could make the bottom soggy. Once your cake is fully cooked, use oven mitts to carefully take it out of the oven and place the pan directly on your cooling rack. If you are cooling a cheesecake, you can simply turn off the oven and leave your cake inside to cool for about an hour. This allows the delicate cake to cool slowly, which will help prevent it from cracking. At this point, it is a good idea to check your cooking instructions for cooling time guidelines. Cooling time can vary considerably depending on the type of cake you are baking. As a rule of thumb, expect to cool your cake on the rack for 10-15 minutes. The cake pan should be resting on the rack to ensure that the bottom of the cake pan has airflow. Remove your cake pan from the cooling rack and place it on the counter. Use a sharp knife or butter knife and run it along the edges of the pan between the rim of the pan and the cake. Be sure to keep your knife vertical so you don't accidentally cut into the sides of your cake. Run the knife around the edges a couple times to loosen your cake from the pan. Before transferring your cake directly to the cooling rack, you will need to lightly spray your rack with cooking spray. Since your cake will still be slightly warm, placing it on a rack with cooking spray will prevent it from sticking to the wire rack. Hold the cooling rack over the top of the pan and slowly turn the pan upside down. Gently tap the bottom of the...

TL;DR in English: Choose the right cooling rack Remove your cake from the oven. Let your cake sit. Loosen your cake from the pan. Spray your cooling rack. Transfer your cake directly to the rack (optional). Remove your cake from the cooling rack.
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You can purchase capos at music stores or online. There are three conventional capos that you can get for the first four frets of the banjo. These include the elastic, clamp, and screw capos. Compare the three different kinds of capos online and choose one that meets your needs and fits in your budget.  Elastic capos are often the cheapest but least exact kind of capo. Clamp capos use a spring to create tension. Screw capos allow you to adjust the tension of the capo and are the most popular for banjos. A Shubb sliding capo is made specifically for banjos and can slide up and down the neck past the fourth fret. Shubb capos should be professionally installed by a luthier or banjo professional because they have to be screwed into the neck of the banjo. Railroad spikes are placed in holes that are punched into the frets under the fifth string and can be used as a capo for your fifth string. Take your banjo to a luthier or professional that works on musical string instruments so they can install it for you. Typically railroad spikes are installed between the seventh and tenth frets.

TL;DR in English: Get a traditional capo for the first four frets. Use a sliding capo for the fifth string. Get railroad spikes installed past the fourth fret.
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Bold prints and bright colors are the epitome of mod. Red, white, and blue are traditional British mod colors. Color-blocking is also a mod style so keep an eye out for those types of items. Look for well-made, slim-cut suits. The original mods wore tailored suits (black, gray and brown) with vests and pocket squares. Pants should be slim and suits should always be three button. Polo shirts are an essential mod item. Though you may equate a polo shirt with a preppy look, the way you pair a polo with other items makes it more mod. Be sure to button the shirt all the way to the top, as this creates the streamlined modern look. Both bomber jackets and parkas are typical mod styles. Pair a bomber jacket with a button-up for a more dressed-up style. Consider leaving the zipper down halfway to show off your shirt. Choose a parka in green or tan for a traditional mod look, reminiscent of The Who. These pants are a mix between a boxy design and a tighter pant. Slim-fit does not equate to skinny jeans; they should be fitted, not tight. Choose chinos or a tapered pant. Roll up the cuff of your pants to show off your footwear. Levi’s jeans, shrunk to fit, were also a popular mod item. Chelsea boots were incredibly popular in the mod scene. Desert lace-up boots are another popular mod choice. Consider purchasing a pair of each, one in black and one in brown or gray, so you have the perfect shoe to pair with any outfit. Oxfords are also a mod shoe option. Pair a fitted polo with slim-fit chinos and Chelsea boots to create a totally mod look. Wear a brightly-colored shirt with your suit to stand out in a modern way, or even put a parka on over your button-up and add a lace-up desert boot. During mod times, many men wore their hair longer than usual. Choose a bowl-cut or a slightly shaggy style to complete your mod look. Think Paul McCartney or Miles Kane. Thin ties, newsboy caps, and scarves all pull together the look for men. Round glasses were also quite popular for men during mod times. Buttons from mod bands and...

TL;DR in English: Choose modern colors. Get a tailored suit. Pick a polo shirt. Wear a bomber jacket or parka. Pick slim-fit trousers. Choose Chelsea boots or desert lace-ups. Mix formal and casual pieces. Wear a mop-top. Accessorize with hats or scarves.
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It is best to travel down streets that you know well and on buses or trains that you are familiar with. Always opt for the route you know to be safe instead of venturing into the unknown. Avoid taking new paths to work, school, or home if you can. Use Google maps or the GPS on your phone to plot out your journey to a new place before going there. Note the directions for driving, walking, or public transport. Take a screenshot of the directions so that you can refer to them easily later. Knowing how to get yourself around a city is an important part of being street smart. A good knowledge of bus, subway, and train routes will allow you to get places quickly. It will also help you find an out if you find yourself in a location or situation that you want to escape. As a general rule, it is always best to stick to your original destination when commuting or travelling. This allows your friends and loved ones to know where you are or where you will be. Stick to your original destination instead of wandering or changing your plans last minute, which can lead to unexpected trouble.

TL;DR in English: Stick to your regular routes whenever possible. Chart your trips online. Learn everything you can about the public transportation system. Do not deviate from your destination.
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You will be gluing the flowers to this headband. This will help conceal the headband's original color and give the glue something to grab onto. You can use any color of ribbon you want, but green might blend in with the flowers better. If you don't want a green ribbon, then try to match the color to the flowers you are using instead. There are two ways you can attach the ribbon:  Choose a ribbon that is the same width as your headband. Cut it so that it is 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) longer than your headband. Center the ribbon on top of the headband, and hot glue it down. There will be an inch (2.54 centimeters) of ribbon handing off of each end. Cover both ends of the ribbon with glue, and fold them under the headband. Put a drop of hot glue onto one end of the headband. Press the end of a long piece of ribbon down onto the glue. Wrap the ribbon around the headband, like a candy cane. Start from one end and move towards the other. Try to overlap the ribbon slightly. This way, you will cover the headband entirely and not get any patches. Secure the end of the ribbon with a drop of glue. If the bloom won't come off, use wire cutters to snip it off. Try to cut as close to the bottom of the flower as possible. Sometimes, when you pull the blooms off the stems, you may get a little nub on the bottom part of the flower. This may keep the flower from laying flat against the headband. If you want the flower to lay flat, then snip this nub off. Don't snip too much off, however. This little nub helps hold the flower together. If you cut too much off, the flower may fall apart. Swirl the glue around the base first, where the stem connects to the flower. Next, place a large drop of glue right on the bottom of the stem. Hold it there until the glue starts to harden. Try to place the flower as close as possible to the first one. Put the glue directly onto the headband, and gently press the flower or leaf into the glue. Sometimes, hot glue will leave behind long thread-like strands of glue. This can make even the most...

TL;DR in English: Find a plastic or metal headband that fits you. Consider adding some ribbon to the headband. Choose some fake flowers, and pull the blooms off of the stems. Snip the bottom part of the stem off, if necessary. Squeeze out some hot glue onto the bottom of your first flower. Press the flower down onto the headband. Move onto the next flower when the glue dries. Fill in any gaps with smaller flowers or leaves. Pull off any glue threads before wearing the headband.
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Traditionally, ordained Christian ministers have felt a strong pull to become spiritual leaders. They are members of a particular Christian sect or church and believe that they are meant to serve their communities in the name of God. Services performed by ordained Christian ministers include:  Performing baptisms.     Officiating weddings and funerals.     Providing spiritual counseling.     Working as chaplains.     Working as missionaries.     Founding new churches.    Traditionally-ordained ministers obtain their licenses through bible or seminary schools, which are effectively graduate programs. Like most graduate programs, entrance into theological programs requires a college degree. Depending on the program, candidates will take courses in theology, philosophy, and other courses meant to provide preparation for a life devoted to religious service. A Master of Divinity degree is awarded at the end of the program.  Becoming ordained as a minister through school was the most common path before online ordination became possible. Receiving ordination through school can take several years, and it can be quite expensive. In some cases, a church or religious community will sponsor a member who feels called to ministry. At the completion of the theological program, an ordained minister license will be granted. This grants you the legal ability to perform marriage ceremonies and other services that fall under the purview of ordained ministers. Churches perform their own ordination ceremonies after an application process has been completed. In most cases candidates will be expected to attend additional classes and undergo a presentation and interview process before ordination is granted by church officials.  Ordination with a particular church typically means that the church will employ you for your services. In addition to conducting religious ceremonies, ministers affiliated with churches usually actively serve their communities by visiting the sick, holding educational programs, leading church trips and so on.

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Collect coffee grounds for distributing onto the ground outdoors. Pour the coffee grounds over your outdoor soil.

That way, if one of them breaks open during shipment, the beer will stay in the plastic bag instead of soaking through the box. Before you seal the bags shut, press out the excess air using your hands. If you're shipping a pack of beer, like a 6-pack, remove all the beers from the pack and bag them individually. The bubble wrap strips should be about 1 foot (30 cm) wide. You can find a roll of bubble wrap at your local packaging store. To roll up the beers, grab one of the plastic bags with a beer in it and lay it on top of a bubble wrap strip. The long side of the beer should be lined up with one of the ends of the strip. Then, grab the edge of the bubble wrap that the beer is next to and roll the beer and bubble wrap down the length of the strip. When you reach the end, wrap 2-3 rubber bands around the bubble wrap and beer to hold the bubble wrap in place. Repeat with all of the beers.

TL;DR in English: Put each bottle or can in its own gallon-size sealable plastic bag. Cut a 2 foot (61 cm) strip of bubble wrap for each beer. Roll each beer up in a bubble wrap strip.
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Exercise regularly, just before a stressful situation, or as a response to anger. Research has shown that exercise tells your body to release helpful endorphins that reduce your body’s stress response and elevate your mood. All of these can help you calm down. Exercise of any kind can have the same helpful effects on anger, so do an activity you typically enjoy (such as running, dancing, or walking). For example, if you know you have a stressful business meeting later in the day, take some time in the morning to go for a run. This will reduce stress and tension, so you are not walking into your meeting wound up. Although it sounds odd, counting can actually help to slow you down when you are tempted to explode or have a tantrum. Focus your thoughts away from the situation and on to your counting and breathing. Count to 10, taking a breath with each count and in between each number. Doing this at a slow pace can help you slow down and become calmer. Continue to count if you still feel angry after reaching 10.  When you're angry, your body releases adrenaline which increases your heart rate, makes you feel flushed, and causes other physical signs of anger or arousal.  Counting gives you a chance to slow down and calm your reactions so that you don't act impulsively. Learn to breathe with your diaphragm, the muscle at the lower part of your lungs. Focus on your breathing and take full, deep breaths that fill the entire lung. Breathe in for 5 seconds, then hold for 5 seconds, and release for 5 seconds. Take 2 normal breaths in between each diaphragm breath, so that you do not hyperventilate and repeat the exercise until you feel calmer.  Breathing signals your body to calm down. It does this by releasing neurotransmitters that tell your brain that you’re ok and safe.  When you're angry, adrenaline can increase your breathing rate, making it feel as though breathing is difficult or that you can't get a full breath. Meditation can help you concentrate, reduce your stress levels, and enable self-awareness. All of...

TL;DR in English: Exercise. Count. Do breathing exercises. Meditate.
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Ceiling fans are very effective because they move the air around the room and create a draft. They also pull air up when circulating it, and since hot air rises, this will help to cool the room down faster. If the ceiling fan isn’t already on in the room, turn it on immediately. If your ceiling fan has settings of low, medium and high, put the fan on the highest setting.  Check the ceiling fan blades to see if they’re rotating counterclockwise (if viewing them from below) – if they aren’t, adjust the settings. Setting the blades to rotate counterclockwise and turning the fan on a higher speed will substantially increase airflow. Table fans, box fans, oscillating fans and mounted fans will all help to contribute to air circulation in the room and create a wind-chill effect. A medium-sized oscillating fan placed on a desktop is very efficient at moving around stagnant hot air quickly. Keep multiple fans set up in the room during the summer so you can turn them on as soon as you walk in. Turn on your bathroom ventilation fan, too. The ventilation fan can help suck hot air out of the room, just as it does when you take a steamy shower. Create a makeshift air conditioner by filling up a shallow pan, tray or mixing bowl with ice and positioning it in front of one of the fans. This will get cold, slightly misty air circulating the room very quickly. You could also use icepacks or, if you’re all out of ice, you can effectively improvise with something similarly cold, like a bag of frozen vegetables. Position the bowl at a slight angle, tilted up, if the fan doesn’t seem to be blowing across the ice effectively. The fan will pull hot air out of the room and transfer it outside. It will also bring in cooler air. Put the fan in the window that gets the most shade – this will provide the coolest intake air. Close any other windows nearby tightly. Open a few windows on the other side of your house. This will create a house-wide draft and cool things down quickly.

TL;DR in English: Turn on the ceiling fan(s) and adjust the settings. Turn on any other fans you have at your disposal. Place a tray of ice in front of one of the fans. Position a box fan in an open window, facing out.
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The key to cutting pounds is consistency. Consistently carving out time in your day to walk, play sports, or otherwise exercise will help you when it comes time to step on the scale, for two reasons:  You'll shed weight a little at a time instead of in big bursts. It's easier to lose 1/4 pound per day and exercise every day to exercise twice a week and and lose 1 pound per day. It's easier to get into a routine. Once you're in a routine, it'll be easier to find the motivation to work out every day and harder to justify skipping a day. Exercising with a friend is a great way to keep your motivation running high. It's harder to skip a day when your friend is expecting you at the gym. Not only this, but it's an excellent opportunity to strengthen the relationship with your friend. Nothing makes buddies more than sweat and tears. . Interval training involves short bursts of fiendish activity spread out over a longer period of time, and has been found to be particularly effective in burning calories. For example, instead of running around a track the same speed four times to complete the mile, run around the track at regular speed three times, and for the fourth, sprint as fast as you can. Interval training is not only more effective at burning calories than traditional exercise, it's also more efficient. Interval trainers burn more calories quicker than traditional trainers. Some people perk up like birds in the morning; others are night-owls, and take a little longer to rev up. Whatever type person you are, try to exercise whenever you really start going. It doesn't make sense to work out when your tank is empty; you'll get far more return on your investment if you choose to work out at the right time. You want to lose weight, and you want to do it fast. Whatever your reason is, keep it close to your heart, and let it motivate you to keep on trying when you think you can't. Because there will come a time when you want to quit, when you feel like you've given it everything you got, and the desire to quit will be...

TL;DR in English: Be consistent — exercise a little, each and every day. Exercise with a friend. Try interval training Work out when you have the most energy. Keep your inspiration close to your heart. Make sure you sleep enough.
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In general, it is fine to weigh your liquid using an ordinary kitchen scale, using water as the assumed density.  Most liquids, such as milk and orange juice, will have a similar density to water. However, keep in mind that some liquids may be significantly denser (such as honey or syrup) so the reading may not be appropriate for these. To provide greater accuracy, some kitchen scales give you the option to select different liquids, such as milk. The scale then calculates the volume based on the density of the selected liquid. If you have a scale with this feature, ensure that it is set to measure the correct liquid. If you are using an ordinary scale, you will need to work out the correct weight for your liquid. It is worth remembering that one fluid ounce of water corresponds to exactly one ounce in water. This principle also applies to liters (1 milliliter of water is 1 gram in weight).  Use this as your key metric when measuring your liquid. For example, if you need half a cup of water, it should weigh 4 oz or 125g. Place your container on the scale, making sure it is in the center position. Do not add any liquid to your container yet. It is important to have your container empty at this stage, as you will need to set your scale up to exclude the container’s weight from measurements. Look for the button on your scale button labeled “tare” or “zero”. Once this is pressed, the weight of your container should display as zero on your scale. This will ensure that the measurement of your liquid is accurate. Do this slowly, pausing to take note of the weight. Stop pouring once your scale displays the weight or volume that you need. If you go over the correct amount, pour the excess into the sink. If you are using an ordinary scale and plan on mixing liquids together, you can measure these in the same container. Keep the container on the scale and calculate the new amount that you need by adding together the amounts of both liquids. Pour the new liquid into the container until you reach the correct combined...

TL;DR in English: Use a kitchen scale to measure the correct amount of liquid. Calculate the weight of your fluid. Select a glass or container to use to measure your liquid in. Calibrate your scale to exclude the container in measurements. Pour your liquid into your container. Measure any additional liquids you need for your recipe.
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If you do not have a compost pile and do not need much extra fertilizer for your plants, a third option is available for recycling coffee grounds. Begin by collecting the grounds from your coffee maker into a small container just as you would for the other 2 methods. Because coffee grounds work themselves into the soil so quickly, and because plants consume their available nutrients so readily, the grounds can actually be poured directly onto the ground outside.  This method of recycling coffee grounds is only appropriate if you own a piece of outdoor land. You should avoid dumping coffee grounds onto land that you do not own. When doing this, avoid dumping the grounds so that they bury existing plant growth. Instead, consider pouring the grounds around the bases of trees, which are typically self-mulched and devoid of competing plant life already.

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Make the form match the function. Draw concept maps to connect main ideas and prioritize information. Use comparison charts to highlight the differences in key concepts. Use flash cards or concept cards to memorize vocabulary. Write your own sample test to study. Study multiple study guides.

. Start with firm, fresh garlic, since the plant develops a harsh, bitter taste as it ages. Peel the cloves and remove any green sprouts (another source of bitterness). One easy way to peel garlic is to smash it with the side of a chef's knife, then pull off the loosened skin. ince the garlic. Chop the garlic as finely as possible with a large, sharp chef's knife. If you have a zip-locked bag, a meat mallet, and a rolling pin, skip the chopping and scroll down to the end of this section. Sea salt or other coarse-grained salt helps grind the garlic into a paste, and draws out moisture for a softer, juicier result. Scrape the garlic into a small pile. Hold the blunt edge of your knife with both hands, pointing it away from you at a low angle, close to the cutting board. Scrape the knife over the garlic repeatedly until it forms a paste. Occasionally scrape the garlic back into a pile and mince briefly to remove large pieces. If you have the right tools, there's a faster way to turn garlic into a paste:  Drop the peeled garlic and salt into a small plastic baggie. Seal the bag closed. Crush the garlic lightly with a meat mallet, without tearing the bag. Finish the job with a rolling pin. Periodically pick up the bag and squeeze the garlic to the bottom to ensure a smooth paste. Try the paste on garlic bread, toss onto pasta, or add to stir fries. If you do have leftovers, store in the coldest part of your fridge. Discard after three days even if there are no obvious signs of spoilage.

TL;DR in English: Peel the garlic . Add a generous pinch of coarse salt. Chop the garlic into a paste. Pulverize the garlic in a plastic baggie instead. Use immediately for maximum flavor.
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A sharpened hoe blade allows you to sever the weeds without having to bend over or crouch. Swing the blade against the weed near the base, then leave the weed to decompose. If vegetables are already growing, a thin-bladed "onion hoe" may be easiest to maneuver without damaging the useful plants.  If the weed already has visible seed pods or seed heads, pull these off before you cut, and discard them in a trash can covered or far away from your garden. A stirrup hoe helps take weeds out easily. It has blades that run parallel to the ground, making it easy to go along and cut weeds down. Hand-pulling weeds can be a slow process, but is often necessary when weeds sprout too close to vegetables to risk swinging a hoe. This also allows you to remove the roots of large weeds as well as the surface plant, preventing the same weed from growing again.  Using a tool such as a gardening trowel or Hori-Hori knife may make this task easier and reduce strain on your hands. Pruning shears are notoriously un-ergonomic, which can causes problems such as arthritis. When choosing pruners, make sure that they fit your hand well and  don't require excessive push to move the blades. For weeds growing next to small crops, press your fingers down on either side of the weed to keep soil in place while pulling.  Removing weeds is easier while the soil is beginning to dry out from a watering. However, avoid walking on or pressing wet soil, which can reduce aeration. Post-emergent herbicides are designed to kill weeds that have already grown. Any type of herbicide should be used cautiously, as they have the potential to kill desirable plants as well, potentially even ones planted in neighboring gardens. Match your herbicide to your type of weed, and check that it does not have any harmful effects on your specific vegetable crops. Use these guidelines to begin your research:  Herbicides containing trifluralin can be used to control grass weeds, but these are banned in the European Union. Herbicides with sethoxidym, including Poast, can...

TL;DR in English: Cut with a sharp hoe. Remove weeds by hand or small tool. Learn about post-emergent herbicides.
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Pour about a tablespoon (14.78 mL) of isopropyl or rubbing alcohol directly on a rag or paper towel. Work the alcohol into the stain. Blot up any extra alcohol with paper towels. The correction fluid should come away with the paper towels. Immediately wash the clothes as you normally would. Rub with vinegar if you’re uncomfortable blotting the stain with alcohol. Put the stained area of the clothes over a clean cloth. Soak a second clean cloth in acetone. Tap the stain with the acetone-soaked rag. Use clean sections of rag each time you tap it because the correction fluid should come up with the acetone. When you’re satisfied the stain is gone, saturate the area with some rubbing alcohol. Finally, rinse it with clean water before you launder it.  Wear rubber gloves when working with acetone. Work in a well-ventilated area. Pour a generous amount of gasoline on a clean rag. Put an old clean cloth or absorbent paper towels behind the stain. Blot the stain with the gasoline. Once the stain is gone, wash out the gasoline by hand with liquid laundry detergent or dishwashing liquid. Rinse your clothing very well and then launder it.  Take precautions when working with gasoline. Wear rubber gloves and work in a well-ventilated spot. Dispose of your rags and paper towels according to the hazardous waste regulations where you live. Try rubbing in some white spirit or mineral turpentine instead of the gasoline. Take similar precautions when working with white spirit.

TL;DR in English: Blot the stain with some rubbing alcohol. Remove the stain with acetone. Treat the stain with gasoline.
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. To the lay person, the tangle of different churches, branches, doctrines, and denominations can be completely overwhelming. There are various specific doctrines to distinguish between the basic modes of thought; however, you can start exploring your options and visit local churches to find a community of which you'd like to be a part.    Protestant Churches. If you're interested in the teachings of Christ, in cultivating a personal relationship with Jesus, but less interested in tradition and formality, you're probably interested in a protestant branch of the Church. The most common protestant denominations, each with their own practices and messages, include United Methodist, Baptist, Presbyterian, Lutheran, Assembly of God and Episcopal branches. Non-denominational Christian churches are also common, particularly in the United States.Protestant churches split from the Roman Catholic church in the 16th century, because of various theological disagreements  Roman Catholic Church. If you're interested in the Church Jesus Christ established on Peter, a community of sinners seeking Christ in the real presence of Eucharist, and falling deeper in love with Christ through the sacraments He instituted, you might explore Roman Catholic churches in your area. The Catholic Church is a global church, family oriented, and a home for all searching for peace, faith, forgiveness, and mercy through Jesus.  Eastern Orthodox Church. If you're interested in traditional and historical ties to Christ, the Orthodox church is conservative and serious. The Eastern Orthodox Church maintains apostolic succession, valid sacraments, and great communities for genuine devotion to Christ. The Eastern Orthodox Church is primarily based in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and across Russia, and split from the Catholic church in the 11th century. Try attending a few different churches and talk to the members you meet. One of the most important aspects of following Jesus and developing a personal relationship is in sharing beliefs and...

TL;DR in English: Find a church that will help grow your relationship with Christ Fellowship with other followers. Get baptized Be more than a member of your church.
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Another way to make a stencil is to use a pre-existing photograph, which you will edit in a program like Adobe Photoshop, then print and cut to make the stencil. Choose a photograph that has high contrast between lights and darks, and is relatively high quality when blown up.  Try to pick an image that is relatively simple, such as a high-contrast portrait or a piece of fruit. If this is one of the first stencils you are making, avoid highly-detailed images like a cheetah with spots. Don’t use a copyrighted image. Use either stock photography or a photograph that you took. Also try to pick an image that is self-contained. For example, instead of choosing a picture of a sprawling landscape, pick out a tree or a flower instead of the whole scene. After you choose your image, import it into Photoshop, Gimp, or another editing program that has a setting where you can adjust brightness and contrast. There also are a number of websites designed solely to converting images into graffiti stencils.  Photoshop and Gimp require some knowledge of the software, but they give you more control over how the image turns out. The websites made to convert images into stencil designs are instantaneous, and only require you to drop in the image, which they then make into color separations. However, you end up having less control over how the image turns out than if you hand-tweaked it using a software like Photoshop. If you are using an image with a background that you don’t want as part of your stencil, you need to eliminate the background before adjusting your image.  If you are using Photoshop, make the original picture your first layer, then create a copy of it in the second layer by dragging the bar of the first layer into the Create New Layer icon, shaped like a page, at the bottom of the Layers panel. Lock and turn off the visibility of the first layer. Then outline the image in the second layer you made using the Magic Wand or the Pen tool. Click Select > Inverse, then press delete to eliminate the background. Still...

TL;DR in English: Choose a high-resolution, high contrast photograph. Import the image into a picture-editing program. Eliminate the background. Adjust the contrast of your image. Turn up the brightness on the image. Make multiple layers if you are making a design with multiple colors. Print your image.
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There are many different types of study guides, each formatted to suit different subject types and learning styles. Whatever you're reviewing for, there's a study guide not only right for the subject but for your particular needs in learning that subject. Organize the information into the most user-friendly study guide you can.   If you're a visual learner, consider using color-coded sections in your study guides or using idea mapping to draw out the information and make it more quickly-accessible.   If you've got a linear mind, organize the information chronologically, or alphabetically, so you can make learn one thing in a series, and then move on to the next.   If you need to connect to information emotionally to understand it, organize your notes into narrative form to study it better. Translate concepts from math into a story that you can connect to, then organize your study-guide like a short-story you can recite to remember the application of the formulas.  If you can memorize information quickly, use a format that will help you memorize efficiently, whether it be recording yourself reciting vocab words and definitions, then listening back on your iPod throughout the day, or by creating flash cards and testing yourself regularly. Concept maps involve writing each main idea into a separate box, which is connected according to their chronology or importance. Then, connect branches of associated information stemming from the main ideas. This study guide method provides a good visual of how subject material fits together to make a whole concept.  An example of a concept map for a history chapter on space flight might involve "The Space Race" as the main heading, which would branch off into separate categories for The United States and the Soviet Union, with trailing data about specific missions, projects, successes, and failures. A formal outline, as you're sometimes expected to write for an essay assignment, is an example of a concept map. If outlining works for you and organizes information in a way you...

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Wear the right socks. Wear your boots around the house. Venture outside for brief walks. Pay attention to any pain.

Using a toothbrush or sponge, wash the burner grates that were soaking in the sink. Most of the grime will wipe away fairly easy since they have been soaking for several minutes. Set the clean burners off to the side. Using the same toothbrush or sponge, wash the burner caps. Set them off to the side with the burners. With fresh, warm water, thoroughly rinse the burner grates and caps. Be sure rinse away all of the soapy residue. If the burners still aren’t clean after using dish soap, try a heavy-duty degreaser instead. Set the burner grates and caps on a mat to air dry. If you want the pieces to dry quickly, wipe them dry with a clean cloth or paper towel. Once the parts are completely dry, place them back on the stovetop in their proper positions. Your stove is now ready for use once again.

TL;DR in English: Scrub the burner grates. Scrub the burner caps. Rinse the burner parts. Dry the burner parts. Secure the burner parts back on the stove.
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Your own skin is probably the first place you would think to put perfume, but not every area is equally good for application. You will want to pick areas that are warmer, like pulse points, which help to produce the scent more strongly, as well as areas where the perfume can naturally pool as it settles. Good areas include:  Behind the ears. Your wrists. Inside elbows and behind the knees. The belly button. Your decolletage and collarbone. You can also try using more unusual areas, like down your back, the backs of your hands, your calves, and even your ankles. Are you hoping to get close and comfortable on your date, maybe even take it to the next level? Getting a mouthful of alcohol may put the brakes on your momentum; you want your date to smell, not taste, your perfume. Consider the areas where your date might put their mouth, such as your neck, cheek, or the back of your hand, and avoid placing perfume directly in those areas. Choose areas adjacent to where they may be putting their face, such as the ears or hair (more on that soon). As anyone who has smelled dirty laundry can attest, scent particles cling onto fibers. As mentioned before, heat helps to activate the scent of a perfume; your natural body heat will warm your clothing, making it even more ideal for spray to settle. Use this to your advantage by spraying perfume onto your clothing.  Spraying around the collar area of a shirt or dress or the back of your top is a strategic place as this portion of your clothing may be close to their nose should they hug or kiss you. This method of application is especially helpful for people hoping to get intimate on their date as you can still smell nice without risking your partner tasting something unsavory. Applying perfume to your hair is not universally recommended due to the drying qualities of alcohol, but careful application should not cause much damage. This area is a good choice for the same reasons your clothing is: perfume particles will settle onto hair fibers and stay there. Additionally, your...

TL;DR in English: Pick the right areas on your skin. Consider intimacy. Use your clothing. Wear it in your hair.
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Sit in the driver’s seat and step down hard on the clutch pedal a few times. When you press down on the pedal, it should move smoothly and spring up right each time. If you’re having a hard time moving the pedal with any consistency, then the clutch fluid level has likely run low. It could also be from air getting into the clutch fluid reservoir.  The fluid lubricates the clutch so it responds when you use it to control the car’s speed. Without it, the mechanical components wear out at a much faster rate. Air bubbles prevent the clutch from engaging properly and are often caused by leaks. If you have replaced the clutch fluid recently, that could also cause air to get into the reservoir. Starting with the car in first gear, press down on the clutch to build up speed. Press it again when the engine reaches about 2,000 RPM and shift into second gear. Watch for anything out of the ordinary, such as the vehicle lurching, a stuck clutch, or a grinding noise. Visit a mechanic right away to solve most of these problems.  For something like a stuck clutch, check the fluid level first. A drained reservoir will prevent the clutch from working. Transmission problems are very serious and difficult to repair at home. Don’t ignore signs like grinding gears or a clutch that won’t work at all. . Fresh clutch fluid has a clear yellow coloring. It darkens, turning red or black, over time. If the fluid looks dirty, bleed it from the clutch valve underneath your vehicle. If it still looks clear, simply top off the reservoir tank as needed with new fluid.  Bleeding the valve requires you to jack up the vehicle’s front end and get under it. Once you find the valve, you attach a rubber hose to it and press the clutch to drive out the fluid. However, keep the tank full by adding new fluid after every couple of presses.  If you’re uncertain about doing this on your own, contact a mechanic to have them deal with the clutch fluid. Jacking up a car is dangerous when it isn’t done properly. Like any other car parts, the components...

TL;DR in English: Press the clutch pedal to see if it moves with ease. Drive the car to see if you can shift gears while operating the clutch. Drain and replace the clutch fluid if it looks dark. Inspect the fluid reservoir and surrounding components for leaks. Look at the clutch lines and slave valve underneath the car for leaks.
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Your child may be disappointed upon hearing the truth, or perhaps even upset because they may feel betrayed or tricked.  If this happens, acknowledge their feelings and make sure to explain why you let them believe in the magic of Santa Claus.  Also let them know that your intention was not to mislead them, but that Explain to your child that everyone asks this question when they're ready, and that they should respect that their classmates may not have asked their families yet.  To be respectful, they should not share their new knowledge and they should definitely not make fun of anyone who believes in Santa Claus.  Remind your child about the spirit of Christmas and how magical it was for them to believe, and that they wouldn't want to take that from anyone.  You can simply say, “Let other kids believe until they're ready to learn the truth, just like you did.” You can also say, “Not telling others about Santa is a new and important job that you have, and I'm counting on you.” Remind your child that Santa embodies the spirit of Christmas, and that is why you have chosen to embrace the story.  This is also an excellent time to remind your child of the religious reasons for Christmas, if you celebrate them.  You can also talk with your child about what you and they appreciate most about the Santa Claus story and figure out how to incorporate those elements into future Christmas celebrations. The Santa question is not only tricky, it represents a family transition from one of belief in a fictional, well-loved character, to a more mature appreciation of what Santa Claus represents and how that relates to Christmas.  The transition might be a little uncomfortable, or even sad, for everyone, and that's to be expected.  Remind one another that Santa Claus is a myth that your family enjoyed and that you had a wonderful time sharing the magic, and most importantly, that you look forward to future Christmases together. Now that your child has a new understanding of Santa Claus, your Christmas celebrations will change...

TL;DR in English: Acknowledge their feelings. Don't tell others. Appreciate what Santa is. Support one another. Start new traditions.
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Bleach painting is a fun, easy, and inexpensive way to create a design on a t-shirt, especially text based designs. But, remember bleach is toxic, so keep it out of reach of children.  Always protect your eyes, clothing, and any open cuts from coming into contact with bleach. If you have sensitive skin, you should wear thin kitchen gloves while bleach painting. You will need:  Fabric safe household bleach A synthetic bristle paint brush (go for an inexpensive one, as you’ll just be bleaching it anyway!) A glass or ceramic bowl A white towel or rag White chalk A piece of cardboard A dark colored cotton blend shirt You can try this method on a lighter colored shirt, but the bleach painting will show up better on darker colors. Then, slide the piece of cardboard inside your shirt. It will act as an even surface as you write your design. It will also stop the bleach from bleeding through the back of your shirt. This could be your favorite saying (“Bazinga!” “Reach for the Stars”), the name of your band, or the logo of your brand. Don’t worry if you need the smudge out the chalk lines and re-sketch the design. The chalk lines will wash out once you’ve completed the bleach painting. Secure the shirt to the cardboard with elastics or small clips. This will keep the cardboard from slipping while you bleach paint. Pour a few cups of the bleach into the glass or ceramic bowl. Use a towel to wipe up any drips. You don’t want any drops of bleach to end up on your clothing. Drag it on the edge of the bowl to eliminate any dripping. For an even bleach line, reload your brush every two inches. The fabric will quickly soak up the liquid so work quickly, but with a steady hand. Then, take a break to allow the bleach to react with the fabric of the shirt. Look over the shirt. Are there any uneven spots or light areas? If so, go back in with your bleach filled brush and even out the design. This will allow the bleach to process and lighten. Depending on the cotton content of your shirt, the color of your design will range from...

TL;DR in English: Use bleach safely. Gather your supplies. Place your shirt on a flat surface. Use the white chalk to sketch out your design on the shirt. Fold the sides of the shirt under the cardboard. Prepare the bleach. Dip your brush into the bleach. Use steady strokes to trace the chalk lines of your design. Finish tracing your design. Let the shirt sit in the sun for at least an hour. Rinse and hand wash your shirt.
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When breaking in your boots, don’t put on a pair of dress socks just because they happen to be handy. Wear socks that are appropriate for hiking so your boots conform to your feet exactly as they will be dressed when you actually go hiking. If you don’t already own some, buy yourself a pair of thick socks made of wool or synthetic fibers, since thicker socks will last longer and these materials won’t retain as much sweat or moisture as cotton. Also wear any insoles or arch supports that you might use for hiking. Treat your new hiking boots like indoor slippers for the first few days after purchase. Pad around inside the house while you cook meals, do chores, or simply pace back and forth from room to room. Avoid going outside or doing anything particularly messy or physically intensive. Keep your boots as a pristine as possible in case you need to return them if they continue to cause any severe discomfort after the first few days. If padding around the house doesn’t cause any excessive pinching, rubbing, or other pain, expand your horizons. Take your boots outside for short excursions. Wear them down the block to the corner shop when you need to pick something up or take a stroll around the block each night. Wherever you go, be sure to keep it short at first so that you continue to break your boots in gradually. Your boots need time to break in, so keep your walks short at first so you can better identify sources of pain. Venturing too far too soon may cause blisters that won’t necessarily appear later on once your boots are properly broken in. For now, note where your boots seem to pinch or rub your feet the most. Pay attention to these areas over the coming days to keep tabs on how much or how little the situation improves.

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Evaluate the alternatives of home care, hospice care, nursing home care, and hospital care. Start making burial/funeral arrangements.

Different forms of nerve strain or damage affect distinct parts of the hand. Your doctor can perform tests to accurately diagnose nerve compression or damage. They’ll examine your forearms and hands, have you move your hands and fingers and, if necessary, perform an x-ray.  Numbness in the thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers (and the side of your palm with these fingers) is a symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome. If your ring and little fingers become numb when you bend your elbow, cubital tunnel syndrome could be the issue. Numbness or pain concentrated at the top of the hand could be due to a compressed radial nerve. Every 20 to 30 minutes, hold your hands in a prayer pose about 6 inches (15 cm) in front of your chest. Keeping your hands in the prayer position, raise your elbows until you feel a stretch in your forearms. Hold the stretch for 10 to 20 seconds, then relax.  You can also extend your right arm in front of you with your wrist bent, so the back of your hand faces you. Use your left hand to gently pull your right fingers toward you so you feel a stretch in your right forearm. Hold the stretch for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch arms. Fill one bucket with cold water and another with warm (not hot) water. Soak your hands and forearms in the cold water for 2 to 3 minutes, then soak them in the warm water. Continue alternating until you've held your hands in each bucket 3 times. Try soaking your hands in cold and warm water 3 to 4 times daily, or whenever you feel numbness or tingling. For carpal tunnel syndrome, wear wrist braces to keep your hands and forearms in neutral positions while you sleep. Ask your doctor to recommend the right brace for your particular issue. Bending the elbow aggravates cubital tunnel syndrome, so wearing elbow braces at night is best for this condition. Ask your doctor to recommend the best brace. You can also wrap a towel around the appropriate joint, then use tape to secure it. If numbness, tingling, and pain interfere with your daily activities, a corticosteroid shot...

TL;DR in English: Tell your doctor which parts of your hands are affected. Take frequent stretch breaks during repetitive activities, such as typing. Alternate soaking your hands in cold and warm water. Wear wrist braces while you sleep for carpal tunnel syndrome. Wear elbow braces for cubital tunnel syndrome while you sleep. Ask your doctor if they recommend a cortisone shot. See a physical therapist for numbness related to neck issues. Quit smoking
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One of the best parts of postcard writing is picking out the postcard image. Think about the person you are sending the postcard to and decide which image they would like best. Postcards can be found at any souvenir store, grocery stores, or on the streets of popular tourist areas. Flip the postcard over. You will see a vertical line down the middle of the card, with a blank space on the left, and a lined space on the right. Write your desired recipient's address on the lined space to the right of the line. This includes their full name, address, area code, state, and country.  Do not write on the front of the postcard, as the postal service won’t look for information on the front. Make your writing as clear and legible as possible. Use a ballpoint pen rather than a felt tip pen; it is less likely to smear if it gets wet. Purchase stamps from the country you’re in from banks, post offices, or gas stations. If you are abroad and need a stamp from your home country, you can order them online. Lick the stamp and place in within the outlined box on the top right of the postcard.  You can purchase stamps at any post office. Make sure that you put the stamp in the back of the postcard in the top-right corner. Putting it anywhere else increases the chances of the card getting lost. This is a great way for people to reminiscence later on in life when revisiting your postcard. Under or above the date, you can also write the city or specific place you are writing from. For example, you could write:  July 4, 2017 Grand Canyon, Arizona A greeting will make your recipient feel special and appreciated, while also giving the postcard a heartfelt, letter-esque feel. Writing the greeting on the top left of the back side of the postcard, leaving room for the note below it.  If you want to be formal, write: “Dear, (name)." If you want to be less formal, you could start with “Hello, (name)!" Postcards are exciting because of the restrictions that are put on your writing, as the message must be short and sweet. While writing on...

TL;DR in English: Pick out a postcard that represents you or your travels. Write a message on the back of the postcard, on the left side. Place the stamp on the top right of the postcard. Write the date on the top-left corner on the back of the postcard. Greet the recipient on the left side. Write your message on the left side.
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If your loved one in question is still alive, make sure to spend quality time with them in their final days.  Talk to your loved one about shared memories, as well as what you appreciate about them. Make sure you emphasize how you feel about your loved one. Tell them you love them. These end-of-life conversations can be very difficult, but you want to make sure you get what you want to convey across so that you don't have regrets. You can try writing down what you what to convey to your loved one before you tell them. Families who stick together in continuity and support during times of loss are better at enduring difficult emotions associated with loss.  If you feel the need to talk to a family member or friend, consider asking them. Chances are, you aren't the only person who needs comforting.  Surround yourself with family members and create unity through talking about shared memories or engaging in activities together. Not only do family interactions assist in lessening the fear of losing a loved one, but relationships outside the family are also useful in increasing ones ability to positively cope with the anticipation of loss. It is helpful to discuss your feelings and thoughts with others in order to reduce fear and anxiety. If you are religious or spiritual, try talking to your service leaders to comfort you and help find some appropriate prayers. Not only do we need social support when we are worried about someone dying, but giving social support to others is a great way to feel better.  Talk to Your Children About Death. If you have children, make sure to spend some special time talking about the subject of passing on. Most public libraries will have children's books to help you and your children with the subject in a graceful manner. One of the biggest fears people have when considering the death of a loved one is the ending of that relationship. However, a relationship with someone lives on past death, in your memories, your prayers, your feelings and thoughts about the person. Focus on the fact...

TL;DR in English: Cherish the time you have with your loved one. Talk to a family member. Confide in trusted individuals. Offer support to others. Keep the relationship alive.
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Flip the envelope open and slide your mail into the opening. Place the top edge of the document nearest the opening if possible. The most common type of clasp envelope has a butterfly clip with two metal arms. Unfold these so they stand straight up. You may need to pry them up using your fingernails. If your envelope has two circles and a string instead, just close the flap and wrap the string tightly around the other circle instead. If your envelope has a strip of paper along the edge of the flap, peel this off to reveal the adhesive. If your flap has a lick-able strip, wet this slightly to make it sticky. Lower the flap and adjust the metal arms so that they are positioned right beneath the hole. Push the hole over both arms. Seal the flap against the body of the envelope by running over the edge with your thumb. Push the clasp arms outward again and flatten them against the flap. To prevent the clasp from catching on other mail, put a piece of tape over the arms. Apply the appropriate postage in the upper right-hand corner of the envelope, and your envelope is ready to mail. The exact postage required depends on the size and weight of the envelope, as instructed by your local post office. If you can't find instructions, just take the envelope to the post office and pay for postage over-the-counter.

TL;DR in English: Place your mail inside the envelope. Lift the clasp arms. Wet or peel the flap if necessary. Push the metal clasps through the hole in the flap. Flatten and secure the arms. Affix postage.
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The females may nip at each other’s fins at first, but once they form a pecking order, this should become less chaotic. However, occasional squabbles between the fish in your community tank are completely normal and should be expected. Female betta fish will perform a “pecking order,” or dominance hierarchy. This hierarchy will be established quickly. Keep an eye out for any fish that is particularly noticeable as a bully, and also for fish that seem to be constantly antagonized. If you notice one fish that does not seem to be getting along with the rest, remove it from the tank. Being bullied will cause the fish stress and can result in illness. There is a chance that your community tank may not work out the first time around: you may have one or two fish that do not get along with the rest. If this is the case, consider removing the problematic fish from the tank as soon as you recognize an ongoing issue.

TL;DR in English: Observe your tank. Monitor for aggressive personalities. Approach communal housing on a case-by-case basis.
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Ask the loved one who is undergoing the dying process which alternative would be most appealing to him or her, and do your best to accommodate wishes. Bear in mind that costs and level of care differentiate with each option, and should be explored in greater detail before making a final decision. However, unless your loved one asks about it, do not tell them. They may think that you are "doing them in."

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Highlight important words and phrases. Write in the margins. Review your annotations.

When you learn that you’ll be chairing an upcoming meeting, one of the first things you should do is to spend a little time talking to the people who will be attending (especially high-ranking or important people). Ask them if there’s anything they’d specifically like to discuss at the meeting. Take note of their answers and use them to guide you when you write your agenda. Asking your attendees about what they’d like to discuss is a smart move not only because it makes it easier to write an agenda, but also because it engages them in the meeting process before it’s even begun. People are more likely to attend and pay attention during meetings if they know that issues important to them will be addressed. A meeting agenda can be a valuable tool not just for a meeting’s chairperson, but also for the guests in attendance. Agendas contain valuable information about the meeting like when it will be, where it will take place, and who will be in attendance. Most importantly, they also outline all of the intended topics of discussion, allowing everyone to prepare. Send your meeting out in advance of the meeting itself — the more important your meeting is, the earlier you should send it. One thing that your agenda should definitely contain is an approximate time limit for each topic of discussion. Having a rough schedule outlined beforehand makes it much easier to keep your meeting on-track. Though some items on your agenda may run long (and others may run short), a schedule makes it much easier to keep track of these items and adjust accordingly. The people who attend your meeting may not be up-to-speed on all of the topics you plan to discuss — some may not have attended past meetings, while others may have simply forgotten. As the meeting chair, it’s a good idea to know the history of discussion thus far. Try talking to people who attended previous important meetings to learn any important unfinished business that you should address in your meeting. You may also want to request the minutes of past meetings from an...

TL;DR in English: Discuss the upcoming meeting with your attendees. Write and distribute an agenda. Research the discussion topics and any previous meetings. Get your meeting space ready ahead of time.
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It's very possible that you have an old bandana lying around the house, but if not, visit your local craft or fabric store and purchase a bandana. You can get them in almost every color, and they should be all the same size. Lay out the material on a table or on the floor and make a square with the material that is 22 inches by 22 inches.  Most bandanas come shaped as a square and usually have measurements close to 22 inches by 22 inches. However, if your bandana is larger than this, simply fold down each side until it measures 22 inches. You can use a sewing machine or needle and thread to sew each side of the bandana if it is too large. This will keep the sides in place and make it easier to construct a blindfold. You can also glue down the sides with tacky glue, hot glue, or simply fold them over and readjust them anytime they start to become unfolded.

TL;DR in English: Purchase or use an old bandana. Make a square with the bandana.
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Tap the Google Chrome app icon, which resembles a red, yellow, green, and blue ball. It's in the bottom-right corner of the screen. A menu will appear. On Android, you'll instead tap ⋮ in the top-right corner of the screen. Tapping it prompts a drop-down menu. This is in the menu. Doing so opens the Settings page. You'll find it at the top of the page. If you instead see your name and the email address you want to use at the top of the page, you're signed into Chrome. You can check your Sync settings by skipping ahead to the last step in this method. Tap once the email address with which you want to use Google Chrome. If you don't have an email address listed here, enter the email address and password for the account you want to use when prompted. This is at the bottom of the screen. Skip this step if you had to sign into your Google Account manually. It's a blue button in the bottom-right corner of the screen. This will sign you into Google Chrome. You can ensure that sync is enabled for all of your Google Chrome activity on your current mobile item by doing the following:  Tap ⋯ (iPhone) or ⋮ (Android). Tap Settings in the menu. Tap your name and email at the top of the page. Tap Sync near the top of the page. Tap the white "Sync everything" switch (if the switch is blue, Google Chrome Sync is enabled).

TL;DR in English: Open  Google Chrome. Tap ⋯. Tap Settings. Tap Sign in to Chrome. Select an email address. Tap CONTINUE. Tap OK, GOT IT. Turn on Google Chrome Sync if necessary.
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If your computer’s on, open the main menu on the home screen. Select “shut down” or equivalent to turn off all power. Don’t trust pushing the “power” button to turn off all power. More often than not, this only puts your computer into “sleep” mode. If your computer is currently plugged into a power outlet, unplug it. If it’s a laptop, unhook it from its charger, too. Detach any other devices that are connected to the computer. If you have a laptop, turn it over. Find the battery compartment. Release its latch to remove the lid. Take the battery out and set it aside. Expect some amount of electricity to still linger within your computer after you power it off and remove the battery. Press the power button and keep it pressed down for at least ten seconds. Discharge any residual electricity that’s still present. Before you open the computer and start working on its insides, put on a pair of latex gloves. Expect oils from your skin to interfere with the components’ normal operation. Also, wear a pair of anti-static bracelets to prevent your fingers from discharging any static electricity, which can also damage the components. Anti-static bracelets can be purchased online or at brick-and-mortar stores like Walmart or Radio Shack. Expect dirt and dust particles to also interfere with the computer’s working parts. Choose a clean area to work in. If your workspace needs to be cleaned, wait for any airborne particles to settle before you proceed with opening your computer.

TL;DR in English: Switch off all power. Unplug all cords and devices. Take out the battery. Hold the power button down. Wear safety gear. Work in a dirt- and dust-free environment.
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Put your fingers on each side of the ball with your thumbs behind the ball and your fingers spread apart. Your elbows should be in front of you and pointed towards the ground. Adjust your hips so they are squared up, and your knees are slightly bent.  Pivoting will allow you to pass it to people who aren't directly in front of you.  Make sure to practice how to grip the ball, but don't hold it in front of you for a long time in a game because it can be easily stolen. Bend your elbows and make sure they are tucked in close to your body. The ball should be close or touching your chest. Make sure to maintain the same grip on the ball. Find an open teammate and position your upper body to face towards them.  You should have full control over the ball as you bring it towards your chest, and it should be safe from defenders. If you don't have a good grip, try putting your hands further apart on each side of the basketball. Follow through to your teammate by fully extending your arms. Make sure as you throw the ball you rotate your wrists so your thumbs point down which adds rotation to the ball. Try to achieve as little arc on the ball as possible as it's thrown. The more direct the pass is, the less a defender will be likely to intercept it.  You should be throwing the pass into your teammate's chest, not at their head or feet. Try to throw the pass accurately and with power. Though it may appear to be a different pass all together, a bounce pass is performed exactly the same way as a chest pass, except that you bounce the ball on the ground once before it reaches your teammate. To perform one, bounce the ball ½ to ¾ of the way from your teammate, and it's a great way to fake out your opponent. The ball should bounce and then arrive somewhere around your teammates chest.  Use a bounce pass if there is a defender between you and a teammate. This pass is slower than most passes, so make sure you are not too far away from your teammate if you use it or it may be intercepted.

TL;DR in English: Grip the ball on both sides with your fingertips pointed towards your chin. Bring the ball towards your chest. Take a step with your dominant foot and throw the ball. Bounce the ball instead of throwing it in the air to perform a bounce pass.
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Annotating is a way to keep your mind active as you read. Highlighting or underlining important words and phrases can help you to retain more of what you read and it will also make it easier to go back to find important passages later on. Make sure that you always read with a highlighter and pencil on hand. Underline or highlight things that are confusing, interesting, important, or that you want to ask questions about in class. Writing in the margins can help you to draw connections between concepts and register your reactions to the text. Keep a pen handy at all times and jot down your ideas and questions in the spaces next to the text.  You can write whatever you want in the margins. For example, you can sum up your reactions to passages by using words like, “interesting” or “confusing.” You can also use sticky notes to expand on your annotations. This is a good option if you have a lot to say about what you have just read or if you cannot write in the text, such as because it is a library book or rental. After you finish annotating a text, go back over your annotations and read through them. As you do so, write any questions that you have about your annotations or anything that you’d like to bring up in class. For example, if you underlined something because it does not make sense, then you might turn it into a question, such as “How does annotating help you to retain more of what you read?” For simple questions, you can search for an answer to this question on your own. For more complex questions, you can ask your instructor to clarify for you.

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Gather the necessary materials. Drill a hole 10 inches (25 cm) down from the top of the 2 in × 4 in (5.1 cm × 10.2 cm) piece of wood. Attach eye hooks to the front of swing arm. Put the nail into the middle of the front end of the swing arm. Attach a counterweight to the back end of the swing arm. Attach the sling pouch to the arm.

Keep the water just below lukewarm (cool, but not tooth-chattering cold) and relax for 10 to 20 minutes. If showering, use a gentle stream of water, not a full blast, to avoid irritating your skin. Air dry or pat gently with a towel to avoid abrading the skin.  Avoid using soap, bath oils, or other detergents as you bathe or shower. Any such products can irritate your skin and possibly make the effects of the sunburn feel even worse. If you have blisters forming on your skin, take a bath instead of showering. The pressure from the shower might pop your blisters. Dampen a washcloth or other piece of fabric with cold water, and lay it over the affected area for 20 to 30 minutes. Re-wet it as often as you need to. Over-the-counter drugs such as Ibuprofen or aspirin can lessen the pain, and may or may not reduce inflammation. Do not give aspirin to children. Instead, opt for something that is specifically marketed as a child's dose of acetaminophen. Child's Motrin (Ibuprofen) is a good option due to the possible anti-inflammatory effect. Drugstores also sell sprays meant to relieve red and itchy skin. Sprays that contain benzocaine, lidocaine or pramoxine have a numbing effect that may help with the pain. However, as these are potential allergens, it may be best to test the medication on an unaffected patch of skin first and wait a day to see if it causes itchiness or redness.  These sprays should not be used on children 2 years of age or younger without a doctor's advice. Sprays containing methyl salicylate or trolamine salicylate may endanger children 12 and under, and capsaicin can be dangerous for people 18 and under, or for anyone with a chili allergy. Baggy t-shirts and loose cotton pajama pants are ideal clothing items to wear while you're recovering from a sunburn. If you can't wear loose clothing, at least make sure your garments are cotton (this fabric allows your skin to "breathe") and fit as loosely as possible. Wool and some synthetic fabrics are especially irritating, due to scratchy fibers or...

TL;DR in English: Have a cool bath or gentle shower. Apply a cold, wet compress. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. Try a topical pain reliever. Wear loose cotton clothing over sunburned areas. Consider cortisone cream.
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Everyone is familiar with the cat’s meow. This all-purpose “talk” can mean many things, but primarily it means “pay attention to me as I want something from you.” Your cat may want food, attention, petting or may even be signaling that it doesn't want to be touched. Cat owners soon learn to interpret the nuances of their cat’s meowing knowing precisely what’s on their cat’s mind. After spending some time with your cat, you should be able to understand the difference between your cats meows depending on a variety of variables, such as the time of day or the location of your cat when it meows. Purring is another familiar cat vocalization. While not all cats purr when they are happy, it is a good sign if you are actively petting your cat and it begins to purr. Just don't be discouraged if your cat never purrs, it might just not be in its vocabulary. Contented cats purr, but cats in distress have also been known to purr. It is believed that purring in these situations, such as when a cat is ill, is a way for the cat to “call” for help. Hissing and growling is understood to mean that a cat is afraid and/or angry. NEVER pick up a hissing or growling cat, as it may display aggression and bite you. Leave hissing or growling cats alone if you can or approach them cautiously with a thick towel and leather gloves if you absolutely need to pick them up.

TL;DR in English: Learn what your cat's meows mean. Understand your cat's purring. Learn what your cat is trying to communicate when it hisses or growls.
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" This means "I don't understand." Pronounce it "juh-nuh com-prond pah". This is a good phrase to use if you are trying to hold a conversation with someone in French, but you simply don't know how to translate something that they just said. If you say it politely, odds are your conversation partner will be understanding. " This translates to "I don't speak French." Pronounce it "juh-nuh pahl-pah frahn-say". This is a good way to politely inform people that you aren't equipped to hold a conversation in French. If you want to try to start a conversation with someone, however, you might just say "Je ne parle qu'un peu le français,"—"I only speak a little French." Pronounce it "juh-nuh pahl koon pay-oo le frahn-say".  If someone stops you on the Paris metro and starts speaking aggressively to you in frenzied French, you might be able to turn them away by looking confused and saying "Je ne parle pas français." If you're trying to impress your boyfriend's French grandparents, smile and sheepishly say "Je suis desolée—je ne parle qu'un peu le français." " This directly translates to "Do you speak English?" Pronounce it "Par-lay-voo ahn-glay?" If you are learning French and you are still a beginner, you may come to a point at which communicated efficiently is a matter of safety or great convenience. Depending on where you are, you may or may not find someone who speaks fluent English—but this is still an important phrase to have in your arsenal. " This means "I don't know this/that person/place." Pronounce it "Juh-nuh-conn-eye pah." "Personne (pronounced "pair-sohn) means "person". "Place" (pronounced "plahss") means, quite literally, "place". Add a specific person or place name to the end of the phrase to make it more specific. For example: "Je ne connais pas Guillaume," or "Je ne connais pas Avignon." " This is an expression that means "I don't know what." Je ne sais quoi is an indefinable, elusive quality, usually positive and often descriptive of someone's personality. The phrase is often colloquially interjected...

TL;DR in English: Say "Je ne comprends pas. Say "Je ne parle pas (le) français. Say "Parlez-vous anglais? Say "Je ne connais pas cette personne/place. Say "Je ne sais quoi.
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Goldfish will eat their eggs, or eat the fry after they hatch. As soon as you notice eggs, remove the parents from the tank and transfer them somewhere else until the goldfish are grown. You can also remove the eggs from the tank and transfer. Fluke, a type of disease, can cause an unusual number of fry to die. It's a good idea to have fluke medication on hand. If you notice the fry are dying quickly, dispense the medication.  You can buy fluke medication at a local pet store. There should be instructions on the box on how to administer the medication. The sooner you intervene, the better. You can save a good portion of your fry with quick intervention in the event of a fluke outbreak. Not all goldfish fry eggs are fertile. Infertile eggs will grow fungus, which can affect the development of fertile eggs. You can purchase an anti-fungal liquid at your local pet store. You should administer the recommended amount to the tank within a few days of the eggs hatching. Usually, you add enough that the water turns a blueish color.

TL;DR in English: Remove the parents from the tank. Get fluke medication. Add anti-fungal liquid to the water.
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If you start removing the wax before it has completely dried, you might smear the wax and make it more difficult to remove. Once the wax is dry, chill it using ice. Add a few ice cubes in a plastic sandwich bag and apply it to the surface of the wax. Chilling the wax will cause it to become brittle and easier to chip away. If the wax is on a pillow or removable fabric, consider putting the fabric in the freezer for better results. Using a butter knife, gently scrape the excess wax off of the fabric. Be careful to not use too much force as you could damage the fabric. You probably will not be able to remove all of the wax from the upholstery at this time.

TL;DR in English: Allow the wax to dry. Ice the wax. Scrape off the wax.
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A trebuchet works with a counterweight system. In addition to the materials listed, you will need something heavy to serve as a counterweight. You can use some hand weights, a brick, or a small bucket that you can fill as needed to vary the weight. To build the launching arm of the trebuchet, you will need the following supplies:  Hammer 2 in × 4 in (5.1 cm × 10.2 cm) piece of wood, 40 inches (100 cm) long 5 feet (1.5 m) of string 10 in × 6 in (25 cm × 15 cm) piece of cloth to make a pouch 2 eye hooks 1 long thin nail with the head removed This hole needs to be large enough for the dowel rod to fit through and rotate without friction. Measure 10 inches (25 cm) from the top of the 40 in (100 cm) long piece of wood and make a mark. Make the hole at this 10 in (25 cm) mark slightly larger than the diameter of the dowel rod (1 inch (2.5 cm)).  Test the rotation by putting the rod through the 2 in × 4 in (5.1 cm × 10.2 cm) piece of wood. If the 2 in × 4 in (5.1 cm × 10.2 cm) piece of wood rotates without resistance, the hole is large enough. The end closest to the hold is the back end of the swing arm. One eye hook will serve as the attachment point for the string and pouch while the other eye hook will be part of the trigger. Screw the first eye hook into the very end of the swing arm, on the bottom. Screw the second eye hook into the bottom of the swing arm about 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the end. Hammer the first eye hook into the end until just the loop of the hook is sticking out. Make sure that the head of the nail has been completely removed. When the trebuchet launches, the string on the nail needs to be able to fly off the nail and it won’t be able to do that if it gets caught on the head. The head can be removed with a Dremel tool.  Hammer the nail into the flat end of the swing arm, approximately in the middle. Bend it slightly forward so that the string will stay on until the trebuchet is launched. The angle of the bend will need to be optimized using trial and error launches. The easiest counterweight to...

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Learn what your customers want. Know who you are and what you offer. Keep the quality of your product or service consistent. Collect feedback from customers. Pay attention to your online reputation. Be willing to adapt to your market.

Although you can’t bring in coolers, your best bet on saving money throughout the day is to eat your own food. Pack sandwiches and snacks that you can munch on during your time in the park, so that even if you don’t solely eat the food you bring, you won’t be so reliant on purchasing food. It is also good to bring plenty of your own water and liquids, as keeping hydrated will keep you less hungry, and purchasing liquids inside the park can be quite expensive.  Avoid buying food throughout the day if you’re able, especially sugary snacks that will just leave you feeling more hungry afterwards. Set a budget for snacks so that you are forced to avoid spending. Adding a dining plan to your vacation package is a great way to save money on food if you book your vacation through the official Disney site. Doing so can save you up to 20 percent on food over the course of your stay. To find the cheapest options, go to the Vacation Package Guide page. Adjust the “Dining Style” dial to “Counter Service” to filter for the cheaper dining packages. You can also learn all about the available meal plans at http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/planning-guides/in-depth-advice/disney-dining-plan/. Keep in mind that certain items, including alcoholic beverages, are not included in the cost of any dining plan that you purchase. Yes, four sets of Mickey Mouse ears might sound like fun now, but if you’re really trying to budget you’ll need to cut out spending on everything except for what you absolutely need. Of course, it’s totally reasonable to have a budget set aside for certain ‘fun’ things inside the park, but just know how much you’re willing to spend before you start spending. It’s easy to feel like something is worth buying in the moment, but later on it’s likely that you’ll regret your spur of the moment purchase.  Look for free pins and items around the park that you can keep as souvenirs. A park map that you mark off along the way may work nicely. Make sure to discuss your budget with your family as best you can prior to...

TL;DR in English: Bring your own food. Add dining to your package on Disney’s website. Only spend money on necessities.
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Untrained singers often breathe from too high in their chest, compress their throat as they sing, and adopt poor posture that affects their voice. Whenever you sing, stand up straight, place your feet shoulder-width apart, and roll your shoulders back. Breathe deeply from your diaphragm, low in your chest. It's important that you're able to hold the same pitch while you're singing, as well as be able to match your pitch to different notes. To practice this, play different notes on a piano and match your voice to the note. Singing major scales also helps you with your pitch.  To see if you're staying in pitch, record yourself singing a song without the music. Play it back with the instruments and see if your pitch was correct throughout the song. You can also use a pitch pipe to get you started on the first note. You'll likely need to harmonize with others while singing a cappella, and it's also a useful skill to know even if you're singing on your own. Practice harmonizing by singing with others, such as in an a capella group or choir.  Record yourself while you practice harmonizing so that you can play your voice back to see if it goes well with the original sound. Try humming the harmony section of a song while someone else sings the melody. Many a cappella arrangements require certain singers to sing with extended ranges, especially tenors, sopranos, and altos. As you sing through the vocal range you're comfortable with, practice more difficult notes little by little, such as notes that are just above or below your normal range. Singing scales will help you achieve a fuller vocal range.  To determine your vocal range, such as soprano, alto, tenor, or bass, sing each note from low to high and write down the highest note you can comfortably sing as well as the lowest. This is your vocal range. If you need help, download an app like Sing Sharp to help you find your range. Even if you are able to sing all the notes in a song's range, you may need additional practice to keep the sound fluid and soft. You can...

TL;DR in English: Practice basic singing techniques. Work on staying in pitch throughout a song. Sharpen your harmonizing skills. Extend your vocal range. Learn how to emulate different instruments. Take classes from a voice teacher to enhance your voice.
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Before making assumptions about the person based on their sign, take some time to get to know a little about them and see which, if any, Scorpio traits they have. Even if you are an avid believer in astrology, you know that no two people under the same sign are alike (astrology is more complex that just the date you were born, but rather takes into account things like the exact time and year of birth). Get to know the person as an individual so you can find out if they are a "typical" Scorpio and, more importantly, if they have the traits you find desirable in a mate.   Try talking to any mutual friends about the person's interests and personality. Use social media to your advantage and see what you can find out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. A peek at the Scorpio's LinkedIn account may reveal them to be career-driven, which is a common trait of their sign. Or you may learn that their career isn't really their top priority. Other common Scorpio personality traits include being honest, private, passionate, mysterious, honest, stubborn, jealous, moody, hot-headed, and loyal. Scorpios tend to attract a lot of people. Chances are, any eligible Scorpio has many suitors at any given time. A typical Scorpio is independent and career-driven by nature. They tend to look for mates who can match them. Instead of throwing yourself at a Scorpio, focus on yourself. Independence and ambition will be more likely to attract a Scorpio than coming on too strongly.  Make sure you know your own life goals. A Scorpio is unlikely to be attracted to someone who they perceive as a slacker. Before meeting up with a Scorpio, reflect on your career and your passions so you can provide a solid answer to, "What do you do for a living?" You want to look like someone who knows what they want and is actively pursuing that. Scorpios will be drawn to those who can match their ambitions. At the same time, don't fake it. Scorpios — and most people, for that matter — value honesty. Don't pretend you know what you're doing if you don't....

TL;DR in English: Notice if the person has the common traits of a Scorpio. Focus on yourself and your own goals. Be bold about approaching a Scorpio. Develop an interest in mysterious topics. Avoid dressing too provocatively. Begin a conversation when a Scorpio is not busy.
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Choosing the color value, give a gray value to all the regions (select all the regions and choose a border color in the stroke color tab}. In the stroke style tab, you can also select the line thickness and style.

TL;DR in English: Give the border the same properties as the filling and something more.
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Measure out the oil and pour it in the skillet. Swirl the oil around the skillet until it coats the bottom. Turn the burner on to medium-high and place the skillet over it. Heat the oil until it begins to shimmer. Mince 2 US tbsp (30 ml) of garlic and add the garlic to the hot oil. Measure out 1/3 cup (43 g) of the taba ng talangka paste and add that, as well. Give the ingredients a good stir so the garlic is coated evenly with the crab paste. Stir the mixture occasionally as it heats up in the skillet. Wait for the mixture to start bubbling vigorously before moving to the next step. This should only take a few minutes. Soak 1 teaspoon of achiote powder (annatto powder) in 3 US tbsp (44 ml) of hot water. Strain the “juice” to remove any gritty bits of powder, then add the 3 US tbsp (44 ml) to the mixture in the skillet. You can use white, brown, or jasmine rice for this, depending on your tastes. Continue to cook the mixture over medium-high heat. Stir continuously until the rice is evenly coated with the taba ng talangka sauce. Once the rice is thoroughly coated in the sauce and heated through, turn off the burner. Divide the dish up on 2 or 3 plates and serve it right away. Taba ng Talangka rice is an excellent side dish for grilled seafood, pork, or chicken. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container and consume them within 3 days.

TL;DR in English: Heat up 1 US tbsp (15 ml) of extra-virgin olive oil in a medium skillet. Add the minced garlic and taba ng talangka to the skillet. Saute the garlic and taba ng talangka until the mixture bubbles. Add 3 US tbsp (44 ml) of achiote juice and cook for 30 seconds. Add 3 cups (360 g) of cooked rice and stir the ingredients thoroughly. Serve the rice dish immediately.
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If you want customers to return to your business again and again, it's important that you learn to read your customer base and understand what you offer the market. Why would people choose your place of business over others? Customers return to businesses for one, and hopefully more, of three basic reasons:  The perception that your business offers a deal. The perception that your business offers a service or product that they can't get elsewhere. The perception that your business treats its customers well. Learning to market yourself appropriately and tailor your business to a customer base requires a certain amount of harsh honesty and self-evaluation. Businesses that come off as having identity crises, or an inflated sense of their product are unlikely to succeed. Do you need to modernize? Do you need to stay consistent to avoid losing customers who like your vintage flair? It depends on you and your business.  If you're selling proverbial popsicles in a proverbial Antarctica, it's important to acknowledge that as a challenge that you need to overcome in your business strategy. How can you adapt to develop a more marketable product, or find the market for the product you already make? Compare your product with the competition, and scout them. Putting up a sign that says, "Best coffee in town!" is one thing, but how does your coffee compare with the coffee across town, really? If it really is the best in town, price it accordingly. If not, you need to market it based on value. Most people will try anything once. But to go back, the product or service needs to be especially good, and the customer needs to be sure it will be the same day in and day out. The quality of your service and the value of your offering is far more important than any other aspect of your business. Simply put, customers must like and know they can trust your product, or they will not buy it again, no matter how attentive your staff, no matter how clean your store, and no matter how cheap the product. Establish strict quality standards...

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