If you are a cat owner, you should be aware that you may be able to attract a stray cat to your yard. If you are a cat owner, you should be aware that you may be able to attract a stray cat to your yard. If you are a cat owner, you should be aware that you may

Locate any bird feeders in your yard. Identify potential food sources. Verify the reproductive status of your cat. Observe the stray cat.

When you subscribe to a VPN service, you usually receive a username, a password, and a VPN server address. VPN subscriptions are not free, and are often billed monthly.  ExpressVPN is generally considered one of the best choices for Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android, and Linux. Downloading free VPN software is a different process, as doing so gives you a program that will block your IP address in all browsers but must be turned on and off. Click the Apple logo in the top-left corner of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear. It's near the top of the drop-down menu. This globe-shaped icon is in the System Preferences window. It's in the lower-left side of the window. A new window will open. Click the "Interface" drop-down box, then click VPN in the resulting drop-down menu. Click the "VPN Type" drop-down box, then select a VPN type in the drop-down menu. Most common VPNs will use the L2TP option. Type a name for your VPN into the "Service Name" box. It's a blue button at the bottom of the window. This will include the server address and the account name under which the VPN is registered. It's a grey button in the middle of the page. Doing so opens a new window. Check a verification method under the "User Authentication" heading (e.g., Password) and enter the answer, then do the same for the "Machine Authentication" heading. It's a blue button at the bottom of the window. This will save your settings and exit the Authentication Settings window. This option is in the middle of the page. Doing so will connect to your Mac's VPN, meaning that your IP address will be hidden for all browsing until the VPN disconnects or is turned off. You may have to enter a password or a confirmation code before your VPN will fully connect.

TL;DR in English: Subscribe to a VPN service. Open the Apple menu . Click System Preferences…. Click Network. Click ＋. Select VPN settings. Select a VPN type. Add a name. Click Create. Enter your VPN's server information. Click Authentication Settings…. Enter your VPN's authentication information. Click OK. Click Connect.
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Your sunscreen for a day at the beach versus a quick 15 minute walk doesn’t have the same requirements. For prolonged sun exposure, which you should try to avoid, make sure to use a higher SPF and to reapply often. There’s no need to go above SPF 50, but make sure it is broad spectrum to guard against all UV rays. For a lighter sunscreen, you can go as low as SPF 15 if you will only be out in the sun for a few minutes. To limit your sun exposure, try taking breaks. For example, if you are going to the beach for a day, spend an hour swimming and then go inside somewhere to eat lunch and reapply sunscreen. Look for a water-resistant sunblock if you plan on being in the water or if you sweat a lot. It can take about 80 minutes for a water-resistant sunblock to wash off of you. A water-resistant sunblock will ensure that you have protection from the sun even when you are enveloped in water. If you won’t be exposed to water, consider other factors of your activities, such as altitude. If you are high in the mountains skiing or hiking, you will need a higher SPF because of increased sun exposure, even if it’s cold out! Another factor to keep in mind is your location. If you are in Mexico versus Canada, your sun exposure will be quite different! Protect yourself accordingly. While all skin types benefit from sunscreen, fair skin can be especially cancer prone. If your skin is light, use a stronger sunscreen like broad spectrum SPF 50. But even if you tan easily or have very dark skin, you are still at risk for sun damage! Just because you don’t burn, doesn’t mean your skin is safe. Protect yourself by using a lower SPF. Certain skin types are more at risk for skin cancer. Fair skin with light hair or red hair tends to be most at risk for sunburns and cancer. Be especially careful if any family members have had skin cancer. Make sure to protect yourself with appropriate sunscreen and other protective measures such as dark clothing. This is especially important for young kids. It is not recommended that children use...

TL;DR in English: Consider the amount of time you will be spending in the sun. Keep in mind what activities you will be doing. Pay attention to your skin type. Factor in age. Consider any skin sensitivities. Consider any other preventative measures you will use.
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Ensure that both the arms of the sweater are lying on the towel and make sure that the sweater is free from wrinkles. Roll the towel and sweater up tightly to absorb as much of the moisture from the sweater as possible. For best results, use a fluffy, absorbent towel. Hold your sweater in front of your body and gently stretch it to the width of your shoulders. Keep the sweater in this stretched position and pin it onto a cork board. Pull the bottom hem downward to lengthen the body of the sweater and then pin it in place. Stretch the arms out to the appropriate length and the pin them to the board.  Use steel pins to prevent rusting. Use extra pins to make any other necessary adjustments to the size of the sweater. The wool may shrink a little as it drys. If the sweater isn't back to its usual size yet, simply stretch the sweater out a little wider and longer, and then pin it in place. Continue to stretch and pin the sweater until it is the correct size.

TL;DR in English: Place your wool sweater flat on a towel and roll up the towel and sweater. Stretch out your sweater out on a cork board and pin it in place. Check your sweater in an hour and restretch it, if necessary.
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Bird feeders can be as popular for stray cats as they are for birds. A stray cat may see those bird feeders as a way to attack readily available prey. If you have multiple bird feeders, you may be attracting more than one stray cat to your yard, which could be very distressing to your cat. If your cat is exclusively outdoors and you feed him outside, you could be attracting stray cats to your yard. Not only would the stray cat want to keep coming back for the food, he would likely fight your cat for access to the food, which could place your cat at risk of serious injury and illness. Additionally, if you grow catnip in your yard, you could be making your yard very attractive to a stray cat. If you have a female cat that has not been spayed, she could be attracting intact male cats to your yard. Your female cat would be giving off pheromones that an intact male cat would be able to smell. If you know that your female cat is not spayed, and you notice that male stray cats are on the prowl in your yard, schedule an appointment to have your cat spayed as soon as possible. If your intact female cat comes into contact with an intact male stray cat, your cat could become pregnant. The stray cat may frequent a particular area of your yard, such as a garden or sandbox. He may also like to go to an area under your house that is warm and safe. If you can identify where the stray cat likes to go, then you can start coming up with ways to keep him out of those particular areas.  If keeping an eye out on the stray cat is not practical for your schedule, you could also observe how your cat is acting. If your cat starts to spray inside your house, either at the window or on the wall near the opposite window, it is likely that a stray cat is visiting your yard.  Take notice if your cat  becomes increasingly aggressive at you or other pets in your home (called ‘redirected aggression’) if he cannot actually get to the stray cat outside.  Your cat may also become fearful inside your home if a stray cat is outside. Even though...

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Make sure that the microwave is properly installed. If you have a wall plate, you can use a drill bit to drill a hole in the bottom of the cabinet. If you don’t have a wall plate, you can use a drill bit to drill a hole in the bottom of the cabinet. If you have

See if your microwave has an installation template or wall plate. Find at least one stud. Drill holes in the template or attach the wall plate. Set microwave into position or onto the wall plate. Plug in the microwave. Thread bolts through the bottom of the cabinet. Connect the blower. Test the microwave.

This is a simple task that will help you get into a self-positive mindset, which is essential to maintaining confidence. Yes, you have areas that need improving, everybody does, but often, a lack of confidence comes from a lack of self-esteem. Listing the positives in your life can help you get past the minor negatives. Here are some things you could include:  Talents or skills: This doesn't have to be competitive. It only means that you see yourself as talented or skillful in some area, like athletics, art, business, or creativity. Personality traits: Note anything about your personality that you take pride in. For example, you might see yourself as hard working, caring, or imaginative. Accomplishments: These are things you've achieved that you're proud of. Maybe you performed in a concert, spoke in front of an audience, baked a birthday cake, or ran in a race. Frequently, this develops when you don't feel supported or listened to by people in your life. This often begins in early childhood and stems from family interactions. Maybe your parents were overly critical, harsh or punishing. This can prevent the development of self-confidence and create worried, hesitant, and fearful adults who lack a sense of self.  On the other hand, parents who overprotect their children, also do them a disservice by not allowing them to try, fail, try again, and finally succeed. The adult version is afraid to try anything new for fear of failure.  For example, if your parents always criticized your efforts in school, you may grow up believing you aren’t smart or that you can’t possibly succeed in life. You may believe that others think you aren’t smart or hardworking. Or, if your parents never let you go anywhere by yourself as a child, for fear you would get lost or kidnapped, you may have a difficult time as an adult going to unfamiliar places. In truth, failure or getting lost is what helps us learn. Do you want to build confidence in speaking to people? In public speaking? Write down the areas in which you want to build...

TL;DR in English: List your strengths. Understand your lack of self-confidence. Write down what kind of confidence you want to gain. Make a simple action plan. Set small and measurable goals.
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You’ll also need a container or basket to collect your broccoli in. Ensure that your pruners/knife are clean and sharp, as this will keep your broccoli healthy after you cut it, and allow it to continue growing. Measure about 5-8 inches down the stalk below the head and clip or cut the stem. Ensure you cut at an angle to prevent rain from pooling on top and rotting the centre of the stem. Try to make the cut in one motion to avoid tearing the stalk. In the weeks after you harvest the main head, your plant may continue to grow side shoots that you can also cut off for up to three months. Check back every 3-4 days to see if there are new side shoots to harvest.  Clip these in the same way you harvest the main head, ensuring you cut the stalks at an angle and leave a couple of inches of stalk at the bottom. You can get several harvests throughout the season by following this process, and side shoots will take longer to bolt/flower.  If your plant is flowering, you can still harvest it as the flowers are edible, and can be used in a variety of soup, salad or stir-fry recipes. Rinse and thoroughly dry the florets and store your refrigerator in a loosely sealed bag or container. Broccoli stored this way will keep for up to 5 days. If you plan to keep broccoli for longer, simply blanch and freeze it. Frozen broccoli can keep for up to a year. Once the side shoots stop growing, this is a sign the plant is no longer producing. Using your gloves, pull the entire plant out, including the roots. This will make room for future crops, and stop the broccoli plant from rotting in your soil. If you have a compost system, you can add the plant to your pile and it will create nutritious food for future crops.

TL;DR in English: Gather your garden gloves and pruners, or a knife. Use your knife or pruners to clip off the main stalk. Harvest the side shoots. Store your harvested broccoli. Pull out your broccoli plant after a week of no new growth.
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Rinse 2 tall glasses with water first, then freeze them for 10 to 20 minutes. You don't have to do this, but it will help keep your float from melting too fast.  Do't dry the glasses first. The water will freeze on the glass and give you a frosty film. If you are worried abut the glasses breaking and don't care about the frosty finish, stick the glasses into the fridge for 3 to 4 hours instead. Again, you don't have to do this, but it will help slow down the melting process and give you an extra cold treat. Take the root beer out of the freezer first. Add a swirl of whipped cream onto each float, then top it off with a maraschino cherry. Serve the root beer floats immediately with straws and long, slender spoons. You can also serve the root beer floats as-is, without any garnishes.

TL;DR in English: Freeze your glasses ahead of time, if desired. Pop the glasses back into the freezer for another 10 minutes, if desired. Garnish the root beer float, if desired, then serve it immediately.
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Your model should come with a template to help guide you when installing mounting hardware. Place this on the wall, and the template should tell you where to place the hardware. Some models also come with a mounting bracket that will have pre-drilled holes so you can easily screw it in place. Use a level to make sure that the template is square and that the microwave will sit properly in place. If you didn’t reframe the installation site, you’ll need to attach the mounting hardware to at least one stud in the wall. Use an electronic stud finder, or gently tap on the wall with a hammer. When the taps sound dull instead of hollow, you have located a stud. Mark the site on the wall.  Studs are usually 16 inches (41 cm) inches apart on the wall. Once you find one, measure 16 inches to the either side to mark others. Using your template, make sure that the hardware will be mounted on at least one of the studs. If not, reframe the site or contact a contractor for help. Usually, over the range microwaves will be installed using toggle bolts. Predrilling holes for these bolts will make installation easier--just follow the guidelines on your template. If you are using a wall plate, go ahead and install that using the hardware and guidelines given in your model’s instructions. Most likely, you will need a couple of drill bits: smaller ones for the toggle bolts, and a larger one to make a hole to feed the microwave’s power cord through the cabinet above the appliance (if there isn’t already one). Check your model’s instructions, and always use the recommended tools. It will help to have another person to help you hold up the microwave. Push it up and bring it up to the bottom of the cabinet. If your model has a wall plate, fit it into the bracket that will help hold it in place. Make sure that someone keeps holding the microwave in place for now. Feed the microwave’s power cord through the hole drilled in the bottom of the cabinet above the appliance. Plug the cord into the outlet within the cabinet, but don’t turn the...

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Gather your materials. Cut a stocking pattern. Cut stocking shapes out of the fabric. Cut a rectangle of white felt. Sew the fabric together. Attach the white felt to the top of the stocking. Connect a ribbon to hang your stocking.

Remember that a mixed number includes a whole number combined with a proper fraction. The whole number represents how many complete wholes you have. The fraction represents how many parts of a whole you have. The denominator is an indication of how many parts a whole something can be broken into. By multiplying the whole number by the denominator, you can determine how many pieces exist among wholes. For example, if you need to convert 51416{\displaystyle 5{\frac {14}{16}}}, you would first calculate 5×16=80{\displaystyle 5\times 16=80}. These are all the extra pieces that do not make a whole. Make sure you add this number to the product of the whole number and the denominator. This number will become the new numerator of your improper fraction. For example, 80+14=94{\displaystyle 80+14=94}. So, the new numerator of your improper fraction is 94. You do not need to make any changes to the denominator to create your improper fraction. For example, since the original denominator of the proper fraction was 16, the denominator of your improper fraction is also 16. So, 51416=9416{\displaystyle 5{\frac {14}{16}}={\frac {94}{16}}}.

TL;DR in English: Multiply the whole number of the mixed number by the denominator. Add the original numerator. Place the new numerator over the original denominator.
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If you closed the Terminal window that you used to install XAMPP, re-open Terminal. XAMPP doesn't have any desktop files, so you'll need to launch it from within its installation directory via Terminal each time you want to run it. Type in cd /opt/lampp and press ↵ Enter. Type in sudo ./manager-linux-x64.run and press ↵ Enter. Type in the password you usually use to log into your computer, then press ↵ Enter. This option is at the top of the window. It's at the bottom of the window. Doing so prompts any active components of XAMPP to begin running. Go to 127.0.0.1 in your computer's web browser. You should see the XAMPP dashboard here; at this point, you're able to begin using XAMPP as you please.

TL;DR in English: Re-open Terminal if necessary. Switch to the XAMPP installation directory. Enter the "Open" command. Enter your password when prompted. Click the Manage Servers tab. Click Start All. Open your computer's localhost page.
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Pour 1 cup of Dawn liquid dish detergent, or any enzyme-based liquid dish soap, into your shower drain. Let it sit for at least an hour and then flush the drain with hot water from the tap. This solution can create a large amount of suds, so be careful. One natural solution that will get some slow drains unclogged is boiling water. If the water is still standing in your shower, let it drain out. Boil some water, and then slowly pour it down the drain, which will help move some minor blockages along.  If you have regular PVC pipes, boiling water could damage the pipes. However, if you have metal or CPVC pipes (which can take higher temperatures), using boiling water should be fine. However, according to most city codes, you should have metal or CVPC, not PVC. Another option for a natural solution is vinegar, baking soda, and hot water. These ingredients can help break up the clog when used in conjunction with each other, though you may not want to mix these solutions with chemical clog cleaners.  Start by pouring a single cup of baking soda down the drain, followed by 2 cups of boiling water. Once you've given that about five minutes, follow it up with a baking soda-vinegar combo. Pour a cup of baking soda down the drain. With the stopper ready to go in, pour in a cup of vinegar. Stop up the drain, and let the baking soda and vinegar foam together. Once it's done, pour another cup of boiling water down the drain. Once again, make sure you have CPVC or metal pipes, as boiling water may damage regular PVC pipes. Nonetheless, most houses built to code should have pipes that can withstand boiling water. Tape over any overflow holes with duct tape, so you can get a better seal. Put water into the tub to cover the bottom of the plunger. If there is already standing water that is draining slowly, you can use that instead of adding more water. Place the plunger over the drain and plunge the drain a few times, moving it up and down, much like you would in the toilet. You may want to get a plunger specifically for this...

TL;DR in English: Use an enzyme detergent. Try hot water. Try vinegar, baking soda, and hot water. Help unclog the drain with a toilet plunger.
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To sew a homemade Christmas stocking you will need a few supplies from your local craft or fabric store. Gather all of the materials before beginning, and make sure you have a clear table to work on.  Large piece of paper ¼ to ⅓ of a yard of quilting fabric or felt for each stocking. Pick a design you like, plaids or stripes in Christmas colors look great. White felt for the top of the stocking. Scissors Pins Needle and thread, or sewing machine Draw a stocking shape onto a large piece of paper. You can freehand draw the stocking shape, or you can find a pattern online and print it out to trace. Use the stocking pattern to cut 2 stocking shapes out of the fabric you have. Make sure the two stocking shapes are exactly the same. It's best to use a pattern, but if you freehand draw your stocking shape, you need to trace it for the second stocking shape. Cut the rectangle the width of your stocking and 1 ½ inches tall. Use pinking shears to give the felt a textured edge. Line up the two stocking pieces together with the "right" side of the fabric touching each other. Sew the edges of the two stocking pieces together. When you finish sewing along the edges and the bottom of the stocking, flip the stocking so that the outside or "right" side of the fabric is out.  Make sure you do not sew the top of the fabric so that you can put things in the stocking. Use a thread color that matches the color of your fabric. Sew the white felt to the top of the fabric using white thread. Attach a ribbon or a thin piece of felt to hang your stocking. Sew the ribbon onto the corner on the inside of the back of the stocking.

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Cut the plant. Place the cuttings in the pot. Place the pot on the gravel. Place the cuttings in the pot. Place the pot on the gravel. Place the cuttings in the pot. Place the pot on the gravel. Place the cuttings in the pot. Place the pot

Select a suitable pot for your cutting. Prepare the pot. Cut a firm, young shoot from the current season's growth. Prepare the cutting. Insert the cutting into sand and peat in the pot. Place both the pot and the cutting into the bag. Tie the top of the bag with a twist tie.

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

TL;DR in English: Schedule an appointment with your vet. Have your vet examine your beagle’s ears. Discuss treatment options with your vet. Clean
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In order to bring up your Android's keyboard, you'll need to open an app or a document which has a text field in which you can type information. Find the place in which you want to type your symbol, then tap it.  For example, if you want to add your symbol to a text message, you would open your Android's Messages app, select a contact or conversation, and then tap the text field at the bottom of the screen. If you're editing a document, make sure the cursor is in the space in which you want to type the symbol. It's in the lower-left side of the screen. Doing so switches the keyboard to display symbols and numbers instead of letters. On a Samsung Keyboard, you'll tap !#1 here. Find the symbol you want to type in the keyboard. If you don't see the symbol you want to type, try long-pressing a symbol to see variations of it. For example, tapping and holding the question mark will prompt a menu with an upside-down question mark to appear. This will not work on the Samsung Keyboard. If you can't find the symbol you want to type, tap =\< in the lower-left side of the keyboard to open the second page of symbols. On the Samsung Keyboard, you'll instead tap 1/2 to open the second page. Tap the symbol you want to type to add it to the text box. If you're selecting a symbol from the long-press menu, long-press the symbol for which you want to use the menu, then slide your finger up and left or right to select the necessary symbol and release your finger to type the symbol.

TL;DR in English: Open a document or text field. Select a spot for your symbol. Tap ?123. Look for your symbol. Open the additional symbols page if necessary. Select a symbol.
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Draw a parallel line beneath the bottom of the helmet. Connect this line to the bottom of the helmet using two short perpendicular lines, keeping the corners rounded.  This portion represents the helmet ring. When locked into place, the astronaut's helmet will stay on. When unlocked, the astronaut can remove his helmet. You can leave the ring as it is or add another small rectangle in the center of it for further detail. Draw a short, curved line poking up from one top corner of the backpack. Add a small circle to the top of this line. The overall length of the antenna should be no longer than one-third to one-half the height of the backpack itself. Create bands around both sleeve cuffs and both shoulders.  To create the cuff bands, simply draw a parallel line to the inside of each sleeve line. To create a shoulder band, draw two parallel lines that extend from one bottom corner of the helmet down to the armpit of the same side. Repeat on both sides. Note that the shoulder bands are actually the bands of the backpack. At minimum, you should draw one panel on the center of the astronaut's torso. You may also draw a second panel on the upper portion of one arm. The panels do not need to be complex. Simply draw a square or rectangle in the appropriate spot, then accent the rectangle with smaller rectangles or circles to represent buttons. Since the sun visor of the helmet is usually difficult to see through, you do not need to add a face. You can still do so if you'd like to, though. Gauge the size of the visor in comparison to the rest of the body to determine how large the face should be.  If you have a relatively small visor space to work with, simply draw the eyes and nose of the astronaut.  If you have a large visor space, define the shape of the head inside the visor and add a full face (eyes, nose, mouth, and ears). The sketch itself is done at this point, but you can make it more vibrant by adding color. Use any coloring medium you feel comfortable with. Have fun with this part of the drawing, but keep...

TL;DR in English: Define the helmet. Place an antenna on the backpack. Add bands and cuffs. Draw panels on the suit. Sketch the face, if desired. Color the drawing. Admire your work.
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You might want to use a normal-sized flowerpot for one plant or you can even establish several cuttings in the same pot, planted apart from each other. Seedling tubes are also a good idea for many plants. Get a plastic (polythene) bag and place gravel at the base of the bag. The pot will be placed in here after you have made the cutting. Fill the pot with suitable soil - sand and peat for drainage make an ideal combination for many plants. Finally, the pot must be able to drain well (the water will go onto the gravel, rather than pooling in the plastic bag). Cut it off just below a leaf or joint (node). Once you have cut the plant piece, strip or cut off any leaves on the lower half. You can strip or cut off as high as two-thirds if necessary. If the bark looks like it will tear, use scissors.  You can also make a small incision to the lower end of the stem to encourage root growth from this "wound". Use a skewer, pencil, or similar long object to create a hole for the cutting to sit in. Do not use the cutting itself to push in a hole or you will damage it. The idea is to gently drop the cutting into the hole and carefully in-fill with dirt. Make sure the pot is sitting snugly on the gravel. This makes it easy to undo for watering and to place back on again.

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Unwrap your muffin. Grip the whole top of the muffin and twist. Eat the muffin top like a cookie. Finish eating the muffin base.

Slice into even thin slices. Be aware that the thinness determines the final crispiness, so keep them as thin as possible. Only add them single layer and avoid touching. Then sprinkle over the top with your favorite spice. If possible, use fresh, such as grated nutmeg or buy as fresh a spice as possible. They're ready to remove when they look a caramel color and have dried totally.  To store, place in an airtight jar or resealable bags. They can be stored for up to a year.

TL;DR in English: Peel the bananas. Arrange the slices in the dehydrator. Sprinkle fresh lemon juice over the top of the slices. Dehydrate at 135ºF/57ºC for 24 hours. Place on a wire cooling rack and let cool. Store or serve.
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The reception will be work for you. Save some time for fun, but you need to get there early enough to make any last minute preparations with the staff, get everything ready and in place, and prepare yourself for the job to be done. There'll likely be seventy things that need to happen just before the party starts, so you probably can't get there too early. If the ceremony itself takes place elsewhere, try to sit close to the back so you can jet out as soon as its over and head over to the reception hall. Standing in front of everyone and moving your lips so no sound comes out, or jarring everyone with a sudden peal of feedback is kind of a bummer for everyone. Don't make the first time you get up in front of the big crowd the first time you've spoken into the house mic. Practice holding it at the correct distance so you'll be loud enough for everyone to hear and you won't have to go through an awkward sound-check with all the family and friends present. Your biggest job will happen right as the reception starts. Everyone will arrive and need to be directed to their table, place their presents, and any other preliminary things that need to happen. It's customary for the MC to introduce themselves, go over the course of events for the evening, just before the bridal party enters, then introduce the bridal party. Typically, the biggest announcement you'll have to make is when the bridal party enters. You'll need to introduce them, "The new Mr. and Mrs. _____!" When the bride is seated, let everyone know they can sit down and visit for a while. Typically, everyone will eat dinner and you won't have anything to do for a while but eat with them. Most of the time, speeches will happen after dessert, at which time you'll grab the mic again and introduce anyone who's prepared a speech for the evening.  Don't give preliminary speeches for each speech. You don't need to tell long-winded jokes about each person (again, you're not the entertainment). Simple is good: "Next up, let's all welcome the maid-of-honor!" try to...

TL;DR in English: Get there early, help out, and stay late. Practice using the microphone before the reception. Announce necessary information at the beginning of the reception. Introduce the speakers. Organize any other events the couple has planned.
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The dogwood should still be in a dormant state when you remove branches. Sawing or otherwise removing branches during the late spring or summer, after the tree begins to actively grow, can create fresh, appealing entry spots for insects that like to bore into the wood of the tree. Wood that is dying or dead will do nothing good for your tree. In fact, leaving it on the tree may actually cause problems. Deadwood is more likely to grow mold or other fungi, which can then spread to healthy parts of the dogwood. Like dead branches, diseased branches will only invite further infection to the rest of your dogwood. When cutting off noticeably diseased branches, you should dip the shears or saw into a solution made of one part bleach and three parts water to sterilize them. Otherwise, you may accidentally spread the disease to other parts of the tree. Some dogwood varieties, particularly the shrubby types, are valued mostly for the colorful bark that grows on new stems. You can either cut back the old stems on these dogwoods or cut them down completely. For shrubby dogwoods, you can actually cut the dogwood down to the ground every few years to remove old stems and encourage the growth of new twigs. If a particular section of your dogwood tree seems abnormally thick or crowded, select the weakest branches from that spot and cut them back to their point of origin. Some hybrid or variegated dogwood varieties are created by grafting together two separate dogwood trees. A branch that grows beneath the grafting point will have characteristics of one of the original trees used for the hybrid, rather than the hybrid dogwood itself. To keep the foliage and appearance of the tree consistent, you should remove these unexpected branches by sawing or pruning them off at the point of origin. Sometimes, the lowest branches of the dogwood can interfere with walking or other gardening activities. Other times, the branches hang so low that the underside of the tree does not receive enough air. In either case, the lowest branches can...

TL;DR in English: Remove branches during the winter or early spring. Remove deadwood. Cut off diseased or insect-infested branches. Prune away old, twiggy stems. Thin out crowded areas. Remove shoots that grow below the graft point. Determine whether or not you need to remove lower branches.
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The paper cup, when unwrapped and placed flat, can help keep any crumbs from spilling elsewhere. The motion is similar to that you would use to open a jar. Pull the top of the muffin away from the base.  This method is most reliable when the muffin top has a slight crust or hardness compared to the base of the muffin.The crust makes it much easier to pull the top away from the base in one piece. When the overall consistency of the muffin is softer or less dense, you may find the muffin top crumbling in your hands when you attempt to remove it. Be prepared to change your strategy! If the muffin is dense, the underside of the muffin top makes a great vehicle for butter or other spreads. If you found the muffin drier or more crumbly, the muffin top may be unable to receive a spread without falling apart first. In this case, it is best to eat the top plain. Eat the base as desired, either with your fingers or utensils.

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If you're not using a computer, you can use a computer to play Minecraft.

Log in with your new account credentials. Start the demo. Be aware of the demo version's limitations. Alternatively, log in with a friend's info.

Turn your gas grill on to medium heat. If you have a charcoal grill, heat the coals and dump the coals in the center of the grate. Sprinkle the pork loin chops with salt and pepper on both sides. Squeeze juice from half a lime over the pork chops and brush them with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. While you can season the steaks with salt and pepper ahead of time, avoid squeezing the lime juice over them until right before you put them on the grill. Ensure that the grill's grate is clean and place your seasoned pork loin steaks on the grate. If you're using a charcoal grill, place them over direct heat (right above the coals). If your steaks are about 3/4" thick, cook them for 4 to 6 minutes. If your steaks are around 1 1⁄2 in (3.8 cm), cook them longer. They'll need closer to 10 minutes for the first side. Use tongs to carefully turn over the steaks. Once you've flipped the steaks, let them finish cooking. Grill the 3⁄4 in (1.9 cm) steaks for another 4 to 6 minutes or grill the 1 1⁄2 in (3.8 cm) steaks for another 10 minutes. Check the steak temperature to see if they're between 145 and 160 °F (63 and 71 °C). Let them rest for 5 minutes before you serve them. If you'd like to get decorative grill marks, consider turning the steaks at a about a 90-degree angle during the last few minutes of grilling. This will give your steaks cross-hatches.

TL;DR in English: Heat the grill and season the steaks. Place the steaks on the grill. Turn and grill the other side.
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Students are always trying to balance work, school, and social lives, and trying to make enough time for all these things often means they skimp on sleep. But being tired during the day means you're more likely to fall asleep in class, and even when you are awake, you will have difficulty focusing, concentrating, and retaining information.  If you find you don't have time to get enough sleep because you're working too much, talk to your boss about taking fewer shifts. If you have too much homework, talk to your teachers about making more time for schoolwork during class time. If you're spending too much time with friends, restrict your social engagements to the weekends. For students over the age of 12, you likely need anywhere between seven to 10 hours of sleep every night in order to function optimally. If you're younger than 12, you likely need around 11 hours of sleep every night. Using caffeine to make up for a night when you didn’t get enough sleep can be dangerous, because the caffeine may prevent you from getting a proper sleep again, create a cycle of fatigue. The idea of having a bedtime may seem childish, but the routine can help you get a better night’s rest. This is especially important for people who have trouble falling asleep, because getting your body used to going to bed at the same time can help your body get on a schedule, and this may make it easier to sleep at night.  If you are going to bed at the same time every night but still wake feeling tired, try moving your bed time ahead by an hour and see how the extra hour of sleep affects your daytime wakefulness.  It’s important to stick to your schedule at all times, even on weekends and holidays. There are a number of things that can keep you up at night or prevent you from getting a sound sleep, and avoiding them will help you get to sleep faster and stay asleep longer.  Don’t exercise within three hours of going to bed, because exercise creates a rush of hormones and oxygen that will energize you and keep you from falling asleep. Avoid...

TL;DR in English: Don’t sacrifice sleep. Go to bed at the same time every night. Avoid exercise, meals, and lights before bed. Address possible medical issues that could be affecting your sleep.
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Craft resin will usually come in two containers containing the resin and a hardener. You'll have to mix these together to create a usable resin for your pond. Make sure to read the directions on the resin's packaging carefully before mixing the solutions together. Combine the solutions in the recommended amount according to the instructions and stir it for five minutes, or until both chemicals are mixed thoroughly. Only mix a small amount of resin at a time. Once the resin has been mixed, you can slowly and carefully pour it  into the spot that you made for your pond. If you don't have enough resin to fill your pond's basin, mix more in another glass and continue to fill it until your satisfied. Applying heat to the resin with a blow-dryer after your pour it can remove the bubbles from your resin pond. Allow your project to dry out for 24 hours before trying to move it or adding any additional details. Once it has dried, you can spot paint and fill in your final details until the pond looks the way that you want and you are satisfied.

TL;DR in English: Mix your epoxy resin. Pour the resin into your pond basin. Allow the resin to dry.
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Once your account is registered with Mojang, you should be able to log in to the Minecraft launcher. When you log in, you may notice the launcher downloading additional files via a progress bar at the bottom of the window — this is normal. Note that you will need an internet connection to log in so that your information can be verified with the Mojang servers. At the bottom of the launcher window, you should see a large "Play Demo" button. Click this button to launch the game. The launcher will close and a new game window will open. Click "Play Demo World" on the title screen. Congratulations — you should now be playing Minecraft for free. If this is your first time playing, consider reading our Minecraft article to orient yourself. It's important to note that the demo version isn't the full version of the game — it's meant to be just a taste of what the full version contains. The biggest differences you may notice between the two versions are:  The demo version of the game is limited to a 100-minute play session. After that, you can still visit the world, but you cannot break or place blocks. The demo version of the game doesn't allow you to connect to servers. However, you can still play LAN multiplayer games. If you want the full game without having to pay, you can play version 1.2.5 (Which is around the time Jungles were added) and below, they do not require you to pay to play the full game. If you have a friend who owns a copy of Minecraft, one easy way to play the full game on your computer is simply to use his or her login details. Do this only with your friend's permission — preferably, in his or her presence. Never use another person's account for illegal distribution of the game, as this can get your friend's account permanently revoked. Note that the Minecraft End User License Agreement (EULA) specifies that "[Mojang gives] you permission to install the Game on your own personal computer and use and play it on that computer." Though it is unlikely that sharing account login info might lead to...

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Use large and smooth gravel stones. Plant artificial plants. Add wood. Be careful about novelties. Avoid holes and small caves. Give your goldfish lots of room. Add other goldfish. Learn what goldfish don’t like to do. Observe what goldfish like to do.

Stir the yeast and the milk together in a bowl. Let it sit for about five minutes, until the yeast begins to foam and bubble. Use a wooden spoon or a whisk to mix well. 1 cup at a time, mix in the flour, incorporating each cup thoroughly before moving on to the next. Using your hands or a dough hook attachment on your mixer, knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, until it's smooth and elastic. Use plastic wrap to wrap the kneaded dough and let it chill in the refrigerator for 1/2 hour. Place it in a mixing bowl and whip it until it's light and fluffy. If the air in your house is warm, add 1/2 cup flour and whip it with the butter to help keep the butter stiff.

TL;DR in English: Activate the yeast. Add the salt, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Mix in the flour. Knead the dough. Wrap it and put it in the refrigerator. Whip the butter.
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While tour directors are responsible for the logistics, confirmations, overall planning and group dynamics, a tour guide offers specific, in-depth knowledge of a place. There are tours, in need of tour guides, all over the world. Becoming a tour guide is a good way to get paid at a global destination site.  There are training programs for people interested in becoming tour guides or tour directors, including the International Tour Management Institute (ITMI) in San Francisco, and the International Guide Academy in Colorado. Most tour guides are freelance, and positions won't come with health insurance or benefits. If you want to get paid to travel the world, working for an airline is a great choice. Not only do airline employees travel for free as they work, but they also receive free passes for flights when they're not working, along with free passes for friends and family.  Other perks for airline employees may include free or discounted prices on hotel rooms, car rentals, and other travel-related items. Airline employees often have flexible hours and good benefits. However, they may have little control over the flights they're scheduled to work. The U.S. State Department is a way to work in a wide variety of international destinations. Jobs found through the State Department range from Overseas Seasonal Hire Program providing seasonal employment for US Foreign Service Family Members Ages 16-24, to work for a government agency with international offices.  Contact the Human Resources department of the local U.S. Embassy if you're traveling within a foreign country. There are embassy jobs available in a wide range of positions. Family members of people placed in overseas jobs may be hired for many job positions. If you're related to someone working overseas, check and see which jobs you might be eligible to apply for. A foreign service officer is a diplomat for the United States. If you are between the ages of 21 and 59, healthy, dedicated and capable, you may qualify to apply for this job. Speaking a second...

TL;DR in English: Become a tour guide. Consider working for an airline. Work for the State Department. Get involved in import/export business. Take a job requiring world travel. Work for a cruise ship. Become an au pair. Learn more about NGOs. Find work as a travel nurse.
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You can gate off your kitchen using a child or dog gate or choose a different room. This is necessary during the first few months, since keeping your puppy in one place allows you to keep an eye on her so you can take her outside right away when she shows signs of needing to relieve herself. If she has too much freedom, she'll end up going to the bathroom before you can catch her to take her outside. Your puppy is ready to spend time in the rest of the apartment after she has learned to signal to you that she needs to go outside, either by moving toward the door or looking at it. You'll also know she's ready when she has very few accidents in the apartment. If your apartment is on a high floor in your building, it might be difficult to get outside in time for your puppy to go to the bathroom. If you have a small dog who makes manageable messes, you can consider paper training your dog instead of taking her outside every time. Line an area of the room with newspapers or special training pads you can buy at the pet store. Use the same training method you'd use for an outdoor bathroom spot, carrying your puppy to the papers each time she has to go. Reward her when she goes successfully.  You can also use a sod box as a place for your puppy to eliminate. Fill a shallow plastic container with sod or dog litter, and place it on top of newspapers.  When you clean up after an accident your puppy has had, you can place the soiled paper towels or rags in the designated area so that your puppy associates the smell of urine with her bathroom spot. Puppies actually like the feeling of being in a small, cozy crate - it makes them feel safe and secure. For this reason you should never use a crate as a form of punishment; it should be your puppy's personal safe place. Puppies don't like soiling their living space, so make sure you take your puppy outside so she can go to the bathroom right before you put her in the crate.  Puppies can sleep for about 4 hours before they need to relieve themselves. Very young puppies might...

TL;DR in English: Confine your puppy to a certain area in the apartment. Consider having an indoor bathroom spot. Keep your puppy in a crate at night and while you're away. Clean up accidents right away. Don't scold your puppy for having an accident.
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Goldfish love to swim around the bottom of the tank. Because of this, you need to make sure your stones are large so that they cannot be swallowed. Also make sure the stones have no sharp edges so the goldfish don’t cut their mouths.  Make sure that your rocks are treated so they don’t change the chemistry of your tank water.  An easy way to do this is to purchase rocks at a pet store. If you must gather rocks from your property, boil them before adding them to the tank. Also make sure they are large and smooth. Goldfish like to be near plants. However, they also like to eat them. When you are setting up your goldfish aquarium, use plastic plants from a pet store. Avoid cheap plant décor because the plastics can leach chemicals into your goldfish tank water. Wood will add interest and a natural appearance to a goldfish tank. Since wood needs to be treated so it doesn’t affect the water, do not use wood you find on your own. Purchase either treated wood or artificial wood purchased at a pet store.  You can add branches and small, hollow logs to a goldfish tank. Wood can give your fish something to swim around during the day. There are many novelty fish tank accessories available on the market. However, purchasing these cheap plastic toys can be hazardous for your tank water. Make sure you purchase plastic novelties from reputable aquarium retailers. Novelty examples include sunken pirate ships, colorful corals, a diver, etc. Having caves and holes through objects can be fun for a goldfish. However, you must make sure that the holes aren’t too small. If a round opening is too small, your goldfish can scrape its belly or sides, which is harmful to their skin.  Instead, estimate how large your goldfish will get by talking to your pet store sales person. The length a goldfish gets depends on its variety. Goldfish can be as small as six inches or as large as 16 inches long.  Purchase caves and holes that have a larger diameter than your goldfish will be at full size. Goldfish grow fast and produce a lot of waste....

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Go for a short, gentle walk to encourage your bowels to move. Do leg-raising exercises that help you pass gas. Take medication to help you pass gas.

Find a sunny spot in your garden that gets at least 6-8 hours of sunlight and dig a hole large enough to accommodate the seedling or plant. Use a gardening fork to gently dig up some soil at the base of the hole and rake a handful of compost into it. Gently insert plant and fill the space around it with an even mixture of soil and compost. Plant chilli plants at least 18 inches (45 cm) apart from any other plants to ensure that they will have adequate room to grow. In a warm, sunny climate, water your chilli plant every day to keep it hydrated. Avoid over-watering by making sure that the soil is moist, but not swampy. Feed plants with a general purpose liquid fertilizer (available at gardening centers) every two weeks. Chilli plants should only be transplanted outdoors in warm climates or places with very long summer seasons. In the latter case, it is best to transfer them outdoors in June. Purchase fleece or a gardening cloche (i.e. a protective dome cover that goes over the plant and is burrowed into the soil around it) to cover plants in case of unseasonally  cold weather.

TL;DR in English: Plant the chilli plant. Water and feed the plant regularly. Keep your plant warm.
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These files will differ depending on the version of Microsoft Word you have:  For Word 2008, select:~/Library/Preferences/com.microsoft.Word.plist
~/Library/Preferences/com.microsoft.office.plist~/Library/Preferences/Microsoft/Office 2008/Office Font Cache For Word 2004, select:~/Library/Preferences/Microsoft/com.microsoft.Word.prefs.plist ~/Library/Preferences/Microsoft/com.microsoft.Office.prefs.plist~/Library/Preferences/Microsoft/Office Font Cache For Word X, select:
~/Library/Preferences /Microsoft/Word Settings ~/Library/Preferences /Microsoft/Microsoft Component Preferences~/Library/Preferences /Microsoft/Microsoft Office Settings ~/Library/Preferences/Microsoft/Carbon Registration Database~/Library/Preferences/Microsoft/Office Font Cache If everything works as expected, you can delete the files you dragged to your desktop.

TL;DR in English: Quit all Microsoft Office applications. Using your "Finder," navigate to the "~/Library/Preferences" folder ("~" is a shorthand for your user account name). Drag all of the files for Microsoft Word to the desktop. Microsoft Word should now be successfully reset.
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Cotton is more absorbent than most synthetic fibers, so it makes a better material to use for a cloth diaper.  Use a short sleeve or three-quarter-length sleeve for best results. A three-quarter length sleeve may make it easier to pin the diaper on larger babies and toddlers, but may be more material than you need for smaller babies. Choose a size based on the size of your child. An older baby or toddler may need a large or extra-large shirt, but a newborn would likely only need a small. You can do this on the floor or on any other large working surface. Lay it so the sleeves are at the top. The bottom of the shirt should be folded over about 1/3 of the way, and the seam where the sleeve meets the body of the shirt should be just below the center of the neckline. Keep the sleeve of the shirt pointed outward. This side should be identical to the fold made on the first side, so that the shirt is folded into thirds. Keep the sleeve pointed outwards. At this point, you should be left with a "t" or cross shape. Bring the part of the t-shirt extending above the sleeves down over the sleeves. The upper part of the lowercase "t" shape should be folded all the way over, creating a capital "T" shape. Take the bottom portion of the shirt and draw it up to the bottom sleeve line. Essentially, you are making a fold that shortens the length of the shirt by half. You will still have a capital "T" shape, but it will be a shorter "T." A waterproof diaper cover is essential for preventing leaks. If you have one, add a diaper cover to increase the absorbency of the diaper. The fabric for these types of diapers are thin so they get soaked pretty quickly, and you need to plan to change them frequently.

TL;DR in English: Use a shirt that is 100% cotton. Lay the shirt flat. Fold one side of the shirt over. Fold the other side of the shirt over. Fold the top of the shirt down. Fold the bottom of the shirt in half. Place a diaper cover over the diaper.
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Walk for 15 minutes in the area around your home, but only if you feel comfortable with this level of activity. Walking will encourage the muscles in your bowels to work, which helps relieve constipation and bloating and encourage flatulation. Avoid doing any physical activity more strenuous than walking for at least the first few days after your surgery. Lie on your back and place a pillow under your knees. Then, slowly raise your right leg towards your stomach with your knee bent and hold it there for 10 seconds. Lower your leg after 10 seconds and repeat this exercise with your left leg.  These leg raises will contract and expand the muscles in your abdomen, helping to move gas through your digestive system. Repeat this exercise 2-3 times a day until your discomfort is gone. Use medications that are specifically designed to eliminate gas bubbles in the body or make it easier for you to pass gas. Be sure to clear any medications with your doctor before taking them on your own. Some examples of medications that help with the passage of gas include Simethicone and Colace. You can buy these medications at most pharmacies or drug stores.

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Identify what you want to achieve through organization. Start developing organizational skills with small, practical steps. Work on the most pressing assignments first. Discard clutter. Use the one-touch rule. Put old documents you’ll need to consult again in folders. Find an appropriate storage space for necessary documents. Make checklists.

It’s possible for your ingrown hair to get infected, especially if you break the skin. If you have an infection, you need to get proper treatment so it heals. Talk to your doctor if you notice the following symptoms of an infection:  Pus Pain Redness Swelling If you have an infection, your doctor may prescribe you an antibiotic. For a mild infection, you’ll likely use a topical antibiotic. For a severe infection, your doctor might give you an oral antibiotic. Take your medication as directed so that your infection heals.  Don’t stop taking your antibiotic until you’ve used your entire prescription. Otherwise, your infection may come back. You don’t need an antibiotic unless you actually have an infection. It won’t help your ingrown pubic hair go away. While you’re treating the infection, you need to leave the hair alone. Trying to pull it out can make the infection worse. Ask your doctor when it’s okay to try to remove your ingrown pubic hair. It’s possible that your pubic hair will emerge on its own as your infection clears.

TL;DR in English: See your doctor if you notice signs of an infection. Use an antibiotic as directed if your doctor prescribes it. Don’t try to remove the hair until the area heals.
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To help you get started on your personal narrative, structure out your essay so you have a plan when you begin writing. Always begin your essay with a hook, or an opening that draws the reader in. The hook should be short, clear, and easy to read. It should give the reader a sense of what to expect from your essay. The hook is usually not longer than 1 to 2 sentences. It starts your introductory paragraph and can take the form of a scene, question, interesting fact or statement, or even an anecdote. One way you can open the personal narrative is to start right in scene, with the “I” in action. Describe the setting and have the “I” do things in the setting to create an engaging opening scene. For example, you may with, “I huddled under my Disney Princess bed cover as my father banged on my bedroom door. As I listened to his muffled screams, I wondered if it was possible to simply disappear, away from my lonely home life and my failing high school grades.” Choose a question that focuses on the theme of your personal narrative. Address the reader directly in the question. Keep the question short and clear so the reader can follow along. For example, you may start with a question like, “Have you ever wondered how it might feel to leave your home forever?” or “Have you ever felt like a stranger in your own country?” You can use an interesting fact or a funny statement that relates to the theme of your essay. Starting with an interesting fact or statement can draw your reader in and get them thinking right away. For example, you may start with an interesting fact about lawnmowers if your personal narrative is about how mowing lawns as a kid taught you the value of hard work. Or you may choose a funny statement about winning and losing if your personal essay is about learning how to accept failure. An anecdote is often 1 to 3 sentences long and explores a lesson or moral. It should raise questions in your reader’s mind and introduce key ideas in the essay.  For example, if you are writing about learning how to...

TL;DR in English: Start with a hook. Set the scene to offer specific details and strong imagery. Pose a question if you want to get the reader thinking. Use an interesting fact to connect to your personal experiences. Start with an anecdote to connect to the larger theme or story.
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If you try to get out of your comfort zone of knowledge, you will learn more interesting things. Boring people are often not interested in people other than themselves, which makes them less fun to be around.  Visit new neighborhoods and restaurants. Don't just go to the same place everyday, since you'll never experience anything new. Read about different people that are not like you. This can be people from a different country, region, ethnic group, or gender. Listen to different genres of music. Even if you don't always understand it at first, try listening to new and interesting music that comes from different backgrounds than your own. Learning a new skill or hobby can force you to challenge yourself. A new hobby or skill can be a fun thing to talk to people about and can show that you are an interesting person rather than something who doesn’t enjoy learning new things.  Hobbies can also introduce you to new people who share your hobby. Learning how to play guitar with others can make you new friends. Taking up a hobby like cooking can also give you something that you can do and talk about with others. If your hobby is relatable, people will be interested to learn more about it. Traveling broadens your perspective on life and gives you interesting stories to tell others. Even if you're just going to the next state over, traveling somewhere always gives you interesting stories to tell rather than boring stories from the sames places you always go.  Look for cheap flights from your airport. There may be some travel deals to exotic or local places.  Experience new cultures. Taking part in different cultures can broad your horizons. Getting involved in activities outside of work or school can give you fun things to talk about. It also shows that you are interested in expanding your horizons and not just hanging around the same people doing the same things.  Find an intramural sports league. Even if you're only playing sports as a hobby, it can have great social benefits and personal fulfillment for you. ...

TL;DR in English: Show interest in a wide variety of people, places, and things. Try learning a new skill or taking up a new hobby. Travel to new and exciting locations. Join interesting clubs or groups. Get creative in your experiences.
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Do you want to work faster?  Do you want to spend less time looking for documents or files?  Organizational skills can enhance many aspects of your workflow.  To help you stay focused on the best steps to remedy your disorganized work habits, think about what the end result of a more organized office or workspace might look like. The task of developing organizational skills can take time.  Break it into smaller, more manageable chunks to ease the burden.  Try to integrate at least one new organizational technique into your workflow each day.  For instance, you might start by organizing your desk drawer.  The next day, maybe you’ll start by organizing your storage folders and files.  The third day, you could try re-ordering your project queue so the work projects due soonest are on top. Think about your work space and find small ways to become more organized each day. Give each assignments or project a separate folder and order them by due date or importance.  After finishing a project, empty the folder and bin documents that you won’t need again. If you are unsure which assignments are most pressing, or need more time to work on something, ask your boss which tasks are absolutely crucial and which can be deferred. You probably have a lot of stuff in your cubicle or workspace that has nothing to do with your work.  Recycle it, throw it away, or take it home.  For instance, your takeout menu from the local Chinese joint should be recycled.  Even some work-related documents or items should be removed.  You don’t need two pairs of scissors or two staplers, for example.  Find an appropriate place for the extra stuff in your workspace. The one-touch rule demands that you either discard, file, or act on a given memo or document (by, for instance, replying to it) immediately.  By dealing with incoming documents immediately, you avoid a build-up of unread documents. Label each folder clearly according to its contents.   For instance, you might label one folder “Budget - 2012” and place everything related to the 2012...

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Buy a tin of loose Swedish snus. Tap the side of the snus tin against a hard surface to pack the loose snus. Pinch some snus between your thumb and index finger to remove it from the tin. Pack the snus up between your upper lip and gums. Remove the snus when you no longer enjoy the flavor and buzz. Keep loose snus in the refrigerator to preserve it longer.

If your fear and anxiety are getting out of control, you probably need help. One place to start is a counselor. Talking to someone – a professional – will help you learn more about what is making you panic, why, and how to reduce and control your symptoms.  Try your school. Many schools have counselors on staff to help students get through problems just like this. Ask to make an appointment. Talk to a trusted adult. Let an adult that you trust like a parent, teacher, close relative, or school worker know what is going on. They can help you look in your area for licensed social worker, therapist, or doctor who can help. A therapist might start you on a program of something called “Cognitive Behavioral Therapy” or CBT. You’ll have regular sessions, work to identify what’s behind the attacks, and get rid of your fears and anxieties. CBT will also teach you ways to deal with future attacks. Your friends may not realize that you’re struggling with anxiety and panic attacks. They may not know what is going on, if or when you get an attack. Let them know – good friends will try to understand and help.  Friends can support you and help you through this tough time. If you feel comfortable (and you might not), you might let your other peers at school or work know what’s going on, too. Having friends who know about your condition will help if you have an attack, as well. They can reassure you, calm you, and be there until you improve. You might also join a peer support group. There are lots of people like you who have problems with anxiety. It sometimes helps to see that you’re not alone and learn how to manage the condition from each other.  See whether there are local groups where you live. In the Britain there are charity organizations like Anxiety UK that focus on anxiety-related issues, for instance.  Support groups often have face-to-face meetings, where you’ll be able to talk about your problems in person. Other times, they can offer guidance in writing or over the phone. You might also need to talk to a medical...

TL;DR in English: Talk to a counselor or therapist. Let your friends know. Join a support group. Seek medical advice.
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To register online, you must have a valid email address and a Minnesota driver’s license, Minnesota state I.D., or a Social Security number. If you do not have one of these, then you will need to fill out a paper application to register. Do this if you are eligible to register online. Minnesota’s voter registration website is: https://mnvotes.sos.state.mn.us/VoterRegistration/VoterRegistrationMain.aspx. Copy and paste the URL address into your Internet browser and click enter. You will then be directed to the voter registration website where you can fill out the application. You will be prompted to answer questions about your citizenship, age, name, and birthdate, as well as your contact information. You must also provide an identification number. In order to register to vote online, you must answer all of the required questions. Once you are done, click submit.  A voter registration card will be sent to the address you registered with within seven to ten business days. The deadline for registering online is 21 days before Election Day at 11:59 p.m.

TL;DR in English: Determine if you are eligible to register online. Visit Minnesota’s voter registration website. Fill out the application.
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You may love to talk about yourself, and not even realize that it's bothering people.  You may have a nervous need to fill silence because it feels awkward for you. You may feel the need to talk because you're jittery and feel like you've got to let out what you want to say.  Be aware of what may be the causes for your talkativeness. Assess if there are certain situations or people that cause you to be more talkative.  Maybe you’re excited about something or someone?  Or maybe you’re nervous? When you look at the situations where you’re more talkative, you can begin to control your behavior better. Try keeping a journal for a few weeks to help identify patterns of behavior and potential triggers. Do you notice yourself talking and talking and talking?  Maybe you end up apologizing for your behavior after the fact.  Think about the instances when your talkativeness is getting in the way of others. For a while, you will need to prompt yourself to be aware of these things every time you go into a conversation. Over time, this will become something you notice naturally. Be aware that you should stop talking (or at least move on to a different topic) when:  the person is not paying attention or talking to someone else. the person seems bored or uninterested. the person is distracted, such as looking at their phone, tablet, or computer. the person is working. you're talking too fast, and they can't seem to focus on what you're saying. While talking about yourself may be fun and interesting for you, that’s not always the case for other people.   Avoid relating every situation back to you and your life.  Find ways to connect what you’re talking about to the other person in the conversation.  A conversation is a two-way street.  Learn to slow down and give space for other people to talk. Think about a recent time that you were too talkative.  What was the topic about?  Did the situation seem to only focus on you and your interests? Be more interested in what others say and do.  You may come off as selfish or...

TL;DR in English: Evaluate the causes for your talkativeness. Notice if people seem to get annoyed or zone-out when you talk. Avoid making the conversation all about you. Think before you speak. Accept that moments of silence are okay.
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Order a tin of snus online or buy it from a tobacco shop. Snus comes in a variety of flavors, so you can pick something, like mint or citrus, that appeals you you.  Loose snus is the same product that is inside snus pouches. It can be messier since it is not packed neatly inside a pouch, but it also gives you more control over portion sizes. Loose snus comes in different strengths. If you are trying to quit nicotine, then choose a weaker variety so you don't increase your body's nicotine addiction. Grab the tin with your thumb on the bottom and your other fingers on the top. Turn it sideways and knock the side against a hard surface, like a table, a few times so that the snus packs to the side of the tin.  This will make it much easier to remove a compacted portion of snus from the tin. Make sure that the lid is on tightly before you do this so it doesn't accidentally come off when you knock it against something. Take the lid off the tin after you pack it, then pinch a small portion about the size of your fingertip or a little bigger out from the tin. Start with a portion on the smaller side and then work your way up to more when you get a feeling for how the snus feels in your mouth and affects you. You can pack and roll the snus between your fingers after you remove it from the tin to compact it and make it less messy if you prefer. Grab your upper lip with your other hand and pull it out away from your gums. Insert the portion of snus between your upper lip and gums wherever it is most comfortable, then release your upper lip so it snaps back into place and holds the snus there.  If you don’t mind the flavor, then you can use your tongue to help pack it in. However, this is not recommended because swallowing the snus can make you feel sick. You can put snus in your lower lip, but it is not recommended because it tends to generate more saliva which causes you to spit more. Hold the snus in for as long as you are feeling the nicotine buzz or until you no longer want to taste or feel it. You don’t need to...

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Find the right music. Begin at your starting position. Step to the right with your left foot. Return to your starting position. Move another length to the right. Kick your left foot forward. Raise your left leg higher. Stomp down hard on the ground. Repeat these steps as quickly as you can.

The glass should be big enough to hold a fair amount of freshwater. Make sure the glass is short enough that you can still put it inside of the pot with the lid on it. Use a pot and lid that are meant to be heated on a stovetop. A Pyrex or metal cup is safest, as certain types of glass will explode when exposed to heat. Plastic may melt or deform. Do not overfill the pot. Stop well before the water level has reached the mouth of the glass. This will help to ensure that no saltwater splashes into the glass while it is boiling. You don't want to get any saltwater into the drinking glass, or your newly made fresh water will be contaminated. This will allow the water vapor to drip into the drinking glass as it condenses. Position the pot lid so that the highest point or handle of the lid is facing down towards the glass and is directly above the glass.  Make sure the pot lid has a good seal with the edges of the pot. Without a good seal, a lot of the steam will escape and this will reduce the supply of fresh water vapor. You will want to boil the water slowly over low heat. A violent full boil can contaminate the drinking water by splashing into the glass. Too much heat can cause the glass to break. If the water is boiling quickly and violently, the glass may shift away from the center of the pot and the handle of the pot lid. When water boils, it becomes pure vapor, leaving behind anything that was dissolved in it.  As the water becomes vapor, it condenses in the air as steam and on the lid's surface as water droplets. The droplets then run down to the lowest point (the handle) and drip right into the glass. This will probably take 20 minutes or more. The glass and water will be very hot. There may be a small amount of saltwater left in the pot, so be careful when removing the glass of freshwater not to splash any saltwater into your freshwater.   You might find that the glass and fresh water will cool faster if you remove it from the pot. Be careful as you remove the glass so you don't get burnt. Use an oven...

TL;DR in English: Get a large pot with a lid and an empty drinking cup. Pour some saltwater into the pot slowly. Place the pot cover upside down on the pot. Bring the water to a slow boil. Watch the pot as the water condenses. Wait a little while before drinking the water.
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They may also be labeled as gopher flares. They fill the tunnels with a mixture of propane and oxygen. This kills the gophers. Buy a few, and read the instructions included, as each brand might be a little different. Insert the flare into the tunnel and wait. Burrow blasters/detonators will also work on: badgers, ground hogs, ground squirrels, moles, pocket gophers, prairie dogs, voles, and other burrowing animals. Cover all of the holes up with soil except for one. Stick one end of a garden hose into the end of your car's exhaust pipe, and the other end of the hose into the remaining tunnel. Turn your car on for about 15 to 30 minutes. The hose will flood the tunnel with poisonous carbon monoxide. When a gopher eats the poison, its body will keep that poison. This means that if your cat or dog eats the dead gopher, he or she will get poisoned as well. Because of this, you might want to stay away from poisons containing strychnine. Instead, go for anticoagulants instead. They will cause internal bleeding in the gopher, but won't make the corpse toxic.   Keep all poisons away from children and other animals. Consider other methods if you have pets at home. Always wash your hands after handling the poison. To use a Warfarin type bait / pellet poison, you poke down about 1 foot (0.3 m)  from a recent dirt mound to find a tunnel. Gently open a small hole, pour some pellets in, cover the hole without collapsing the tunnel. This may not work for your situation, but if you've tried other avenues without success, consider it. Keep in mind that, depending on how deep the tunnels are, your yard could get very muddy. Cover up most of the gopher holes, and stick the end of a garden hose into a tunnel. Let the water run for up to 30 minutes. Kill or trap any escaping gophers. Make sure that you are indeed dealing with gophers. Ground moles love the damp. If you have ground moles and flood you are flooding the tunnel, you'll only make your yard more inviting. Many homeowners find that the Juicy Fruit brand works quite...

TL;DR in English: Use gopher burrow blasters or detonators to smoke them out. Gas them using your car's exhaust. Use poisons with care, especially if you have pets. Try using a garden hose to flood the gopher tunnel with water. Try leaving some fruit-flavored gum or other soft, chewy candy in their tunnels. Release a predator. Hire a professional.
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The dentist will check the teeth that are decayed. If there is more than one decayed tooth on the same side, he can treat them in a single sitting with your consent. You will be informed about the number of cavities and the stage of decay. Depending on the extent of decay, the dentist will choose a specific filling material to best improve your oral health. If the amount of decay is unclear, a dentist may use an x-ray or caries detecting dye to get a full understanding of the decay's extent. Both of these methods are painless and harmless. Lasers can also be used as decayed tooth matter reflects light at a different rate than healthy tooth enamel; again, this test is painless and harmless. An anaesthetic gel will be applied on the area where you will receive an injection of local anaesthetic solution. The gel reduces the discomfort associated with the injection. The injection numbs the tooth and the adjoining area so that you are at ease while your tooth is being filled. While the numbing solution starts acting on your tooth, the rest of the mouth is covered with a rubber dam. A rubber dam is a rubber sheet that is fixed to a metal frame and placed in the mouth. A small hole is made in the sheet, and it is stretched down to the tooth that is to be filled. The idea is that it will prevent any filling material or tooth shavings from entering your throat or mouth, and help the dentist focus on the tooth that needs to be filled. Using a dental high speed hand piece and diamond burs, the dentist will remove any previous dental restoration. They will also remove any decayed and unsupported part of the tooth. The tooth cavity must be cleaned and only sound tooth structure should be left. Once the tooth has been cleaned and only sound tooth structure is left, the dentist will add additional retention features as needed. These additional retention features would help retain the permanent tooth filling in a mechanical manner. Some retention features that could be incorporated as needed are:  Convergent walls. The...

TL;DR in English: Locate the area of decay. Numb the tooth. Cover the rest of the area. Drill away previous reconstruction. Tooth preparation. Amalgam. Composite resins. Check the bite and anatomy. Maintenance and Care.
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You can dance dabke to any music, as long as it has a consistent recognizable rhythm. Songs with a faster pace work best for this high-energy dance.  Traditional dabke music is performed live using a combination of instruments that usually include hand drums, woodwinds, and the oud. The band may play well-known songs or improvise, sometimes blending the two together. A vocalist also typically performs, singing songs that tell a story or are in some way significant to the event being held. Modern dabke can be done to either live music or a recording. Newer dabke music often blends traditional instruments with electronic beats. Some popular dabke artists make their music entirely digitally. Vocalists are less common in modern dabke music, with many popular songs having only a small singing part with some completely instrumental.  Even just a large group clapping can be danced to. Clapping can also be used in addition to music to help dancers keep rhythm and as a way for non-dancers to join in. Stand up straight, holding your neighbors' hands. Keep your feet spaced slightly apart with your left foot slightly in front. Try to line your feet up in parallel with your partners'. Swing your left foot towards your right side. Cross over your right foot with your left to take a step. At this point your legs should now be crossed. Step further to the right with your right foot. Uncross your legs by moving your right foot one step to the right. You should now be standing a few feet from where you were at the beginning of the dance but in the exact same position. Repeat the steps you just took. Cross your left leg in front of your right. Follow up by taking a step to the right. This whole sequence is called a "cross-over" and is the basic step of the dabke. Cross-overs may be done many times between other moves. Over the course of the dance, the chain may reverse directions. To accomplish this, simply switch your sides so that your right foot faces towards the front and crosses over your left leg. Swing your foot into a...

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Trim inner ear hair. Trim the hair on your dog’s stomach. Clean the dog’s ears. Examine your dog’s teeth and gums. Brush your dachshund’s teeth. Gently wipe the dog’s eyes. Trim the fur between your dog’s toes.

Your letter will open with a line that begins "Dear" followed by the name of the person who will receive the letter. Then your opening sentences will provide your name, the name of the candidate, and the reason for your letter.  Explain your relationship to the candidate and how long you've known them. If you have any special qualifications that make your reference more valuable, you should include those as well. Confirm details that are relevant to the candidate's application. If you've been their supervisor at work, you'll want to state the company where you've worked and your position, as well as their position (if relevant), how long they've worked at the company, and how long you've supervised them. For example, you might write "My name is Bob Brass, and I am a managing supervisor at Button Factory. I am writing as a reference for Joe Johnson, who has been under my supervision at Button Factory for the past five years." Immediately after your introduction, include a sentence that lists the skills or traits you will discuss in greater detail in the body of the letter.  The type of skills or traits you include here depends both on your relationship to the candidate and the purpose for your letter. Character reference letters should focus exclusively on character traits, while employment reference letters should focus on particular skills the candidate has that make them a good fit for that particular job. Academic reference letters are to some degree a hybrid of these two types of letters. In addition to skills that make the candidate well-suited to that particular course of study, you also might include character traits, such as their intelligence or their inquisitive nature. This should be the last sentence of your first paragraph. Simply list the skills or traits – you'll discuss them in the next paragraph. For example, you might write "In my experience, Joe Johnson has the stamina, organization, and communication skills to be a tremendous asset to your firm." In the second paragraph of your reference...

TL;DR in English: Introduce both yourself and the candidate. List at least three exceptional skills or traits the candidate has. Provide supporting examples. Write your concluding paragraph. Invite follow-up questions.
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If it says “Made in Italy” or “Made in Venice,” it is not likely to be Murano glass. These are two ways outside glass makers try to convince tourists that the item was likely made in Murano without stating it is.  An item that is labeled “Made in Murano” may be counterfeit. Currently, many items are made in China and sold in Venice as Murano glass. Similarly, if the item says “Murano-style” it is unlikely to be authentic Murano glass. New glass from Murano should be accompanied by a certificate from the factory, guaranteeing it is Murano glass. If bought and sold by art or antiques dealers, it should accompany the piece of glass in all sales. Murano glass made before 1980 is unlikely to have a certificate, so this is only a surefire identification method for new glass. These are the most commonly counterfeit items, sold as Murano glass, but made elsewhere. Move on to the next identification methods to identify whether or not it is Murano glass.

TL;DR in English: Look for a sticker or stamp. Ask the seller whether the piece of Murano glass is new or old. Be extra careful with paperweights and aquariums.
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Most brands of toothpaste make a special toothpaste for sensitive teeth. These contain a chemical, potassium nitrate, which helps reduce sensitivity by protecting the nerves in your gums. Most of these toothpastes use a synthetic form of potassium nitrate, although some natural toothpaste brands such as Tom’s of Maine use a natural form. Both forms of potassium nitrate are safe to use. Follow the directions on the toothpaste tube for proper usage. The bristles on toothbrushes can range from soft to firm. The softer the bristles, the more gentle it will be on your teeth and gums when you brush your teeth. Choose a toothbrush that has soft bristles. If you have a habit of brushing hard on your teeth, this will be especially painful for you in the first few days after you get your braces. Be gentle on your teeth, slowly and carefully brushing in a circular motion. Take your time when brushing and when opening your mouth wide. When you have braces, you need to brush and floss after every time you eat, even when you are out of the house. Without this attentive care to your teeth, you risk getting cavities, swollen gums or other tooth problems. During the time you wear braces, your teeth need extra care. Carry a travel toothbrush, a mini tube of toothpaste and a small packet of floss with you when you are away from home so that you are always prepared to brush after eating.

TL;DR in English: Choose a toothpaste for sensitive teeth. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush. Brush gently. Brush and floss after every meal.
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Longhaired dachshunds are prone to ear problems. The warm, moist environment inside the ear is a breeding ground for bacteria and yeast. If needed, use clippers to trim their hair on the inner flap of your dog’s ear. This helps to prevent tangles, and allows for good circulation so moisture and dirt don’t build up.  You'll need to trim your dog’s ear hair whenever the hair becomes fluffy or bushy, or when it is long enough to reach into their ear canal. Use clippers instead of scissors to reduce the risk of cutting your dog’s ear. In show terms, this is called the “flag.” Longhaired dachshunds tend to accumulate debris and tangles in this area of their coat. It’s a good idea to keep this hair trimmed. Not only will it be easier to brush and keep clean, it will help your dog to get around more easily. Using clippers, trim the hair so it does not reach the ground. It is a good idea to keep this area trimmed. Owners may even want to keep the hair fairly short in this area, especially if they are not using the dog for shows. Using a cotton ball and a dog ear cleaner solution, gently wipe the inside of your dog’s ears. According to the solution’s directions, place the correct amount in the ear and let it soak into the canal. Gently massage the base of the ear between your index finger and thumb for a few minutes, then let go and allow your dog to shake its head. This will help dislodge debris in the ear and expel the excess cleaning solution. Next, gently wipe the area around the outside of the ear canal to dislodge any wax. Check for any discharge from the ear canal.  It’s a good idea to check your dog’s ears each time you groom it. Since dachshunds are prone to ear problems, this helps you catch conditions early on.  Clean your dog’s ears any time you bathe or groom the dog to prevent infections caused by moisture in the ears. You can find ear cleaning solution for dogs at pet stores and large retailers. Dental health is very important in dachshunds. Regularly examine your dog’s mouth to look for any broken...

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Use a lash growth serum. Condition your lashes with oil. Take biotin supplements.

The Pearson correlation coefficient is luckily a good amount simpler to calculate than its constituent parts, the covariance and standard deviations. The correlation coefficient of X and Y, ρxy{\displaystyle \rho _{xy}}, is calculated as σxyσx×σy{\displaystyle {\frac {\sigma _{xy}}{\sigma {x}\times \sigma {y}}}}. In simple terms, it is the covariance of X and Y divided by the product of their standard deviations. For the example stocks, your equation would be set up as ρxy=0.19250.456×0.522{\displaystyle \rho _{xy}={\frac {0.1925}{0.456\times 0.522}}} Start by simplifying the bottom of the equation by multiplying the two standard deviations. Then, divide the covariance on the top by your result. The solution is your correlation coefficient. The coefficient is represented as a decimal between -1 and 1, rather than as a percentage.  Continuing with the example, the equation solves to ρxy=0.809{\displaystyle \rho _{xy}=0.809}. So, the correlation coefficient between returns on stocks X and Y is 0.809. Note that this result has been rounded to three decimal places. The square of the correlation coefficient, called R-squared, is also used to measure how closely the returns are linearly related. In simpler terms, it represents how much of the movement in one variable is caused by the other. It does, however, specify which variable acts upon the other (if X causes Y to move or if Y causes X to). Calculate R-squared by squaring your result for the correlation coefficient. For example, the R-squared value for the example correlation coefficient would be ρxy2=0.8092=0.654.{\displaystyle \rho _{xy}^{2}=0.809^{2}=0.654.}

TL;DR in English: Set up your correlation coefficient equation. Solve for the correlation coefficient. Calculate R-squared.
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If you're not sure how to get your printer online, see How to Install a Network Printer and How to Make a Printer Wireless with a Wireless Router. If you don't have a network-enabled printer, connect the printer to your Chromebook using a USB cable. If you're using a USB cable, you can skip this step. To connect to WiFi, click the time at the bottom-right corner of the screen, click the gray funnel-shaped WiFi icon, and then click your network. Enter a password if required to do so. It's at the bottom-right corner.  It's at the bottom of the page. It's under the “Printing” header. If you want to share this printer with other devices, you can select Google Cloud Print instead. If you choose this option, click Manage Cloud Print Devices, sign in when prompted, and then continue to the next step. A list of printers will appear. This connects your printer to your Chromebook.  If you're prompted to select a printer manufacturer and model, select the company who made your printer, and then select your printer model.  If you can't find your printer with this method, click Add Manually, enter the requested information for your printer (you'll need the IP address), and then click Add.

TL;DR in English: Connect your printer to the internet. Connect your Chromebook to the same network as your printer. Click the time on your Chromebook. Click Settings . Scroll down and click Advanced. Scroll down and click Printers. Click Add Printer. Select your printer and click Add.
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Crease the folded middle with your fingers so that you can see it when you straighten the ribbon again. You should see the center crease in the middle.  Place your index finger on one end of the ribbon. Slide it in a semi-circle until it is perpendicular to the center crease.  Lift it and align it with the bottom edge of the center crease. Hold it on the center crease with your index finger. The ribbon should loop into an awareness bow, like the top of the breast cancer awareness symbol. Bring the inside edge around on the opposite side and lay it flat on top of the other ribbon end. It should be facing the opposite direction.  You will have a figure 8. Hold both ends to the center with your finger. Bring the center of the other loop of the figure 8 into the center stack. This will give your center bow two more layers that you must hold in place. Pick up the bow, while holding the center in place to see if your loops are even. The opposite side will be the front of your boutique bow.

TL;DR in English: Fold your thick ribbon in half. Lay the ribbon in a long line on your workspace. Place 1 finger on the crease to hold the ribbon on the table as you make your bow. Start a butterfly fold. Repeat on the opposite side. Bring the center of the loop on one side of the figure 8 onto the center stack/crease. Flip the entire bow over while you hold it.
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If you’re ready to throw out your mascara for good, you may want to invest in an eyelash growth serum. These products do just what their name suggests: make your lashes grow longer, with the help of peptides and other ingredients. However, prescription treatments are typically the only ones that work. Over-the-counter formulas usually just contain conditioning ingredients that may not necessarily help with growth. See a dermatologist to talk about your options.  In order to see results, you must apply the serum nightly. It’s also important to apply the serum right at the lashline. The hairs that make up the lashes are already dead, so applying it to them won’t make any difference. Good things take time, and this holds true for lash growth serum. It may take 2 to 6 months to see any results, so hang in there. Be aware that there are possible side effects associated with prescription lash growth serum. It has been known to discolor both the lid and iris of the eye. Lashes may break and fall off if they’re not properly moisturized and conditioned, which spells disaster for your longer-lash mission. Natural oils, such as olive, coconut, castor, and jojoba, are believed to help moisturize and strengthen your lashes so they can grow longer. Apply some to your lashes every night as part of your skin care routine.  Be patient and consistent with this process. You won’t see results overnight, so don't give up hope too soon! Give your lashes at least 2 to 3 months to respond. To apply the oil to your lashes, you can dab a small amount on your fingertips and run them over your lashes. However, for a more thorough coating, it’s better to dip a clean spoolie into the oil and then run it through your lashes like you would a mascara, minus the annoying clumping and smearing. Petroleum jelly can also work well as a lash conditioner to help your lashes grow longer. You can apply it to your lashes in the same way that you would an oil. Biotin is a vitamin that is thought to help strengthen weak, brittle hair, but it could give...

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