Make sure you have a good supply of clothes. If you have a large supply of clothes, you may need to buy more. If you have a small supply of clothes, you may need to buy more. If you have a large supply of clothes, you may need to buy more. If you have a small supply

Exchange your unused baby clothes. Take gently used baby clothes to resale shops. Join swap communities.

If the live bait needs to remain alive and natural looking for as long as possible, you can attach it with a secure bridle rather than a damaging hook. Have a more experienced fisher make a bridle for you, or follow the instructions for Making a Bridle to create your own. You can do this through the eye sockets above or in front of the eyes (not through them), or through a hole in its back near the head. You can use an open eye live bait needle instead of a crochet needle. Use the end of the needle to catch the loop end of the bridle and draw it through the fish. Keep hold of the loop so the fish's wriggling doesn't pull it back out again. You should now be able to let go of the line and just keep hold the hook and fish. This takes up slack in the line and brings the hook closer to the fish. Do this until there's only a small gap between the fish's head and the twists in the line. Thread the hook point between the two sides of the loop, just above the fish's head. If the bridle rig was made correctly, you should be able to use your live bait for hours without it escaping or dying. But let's hope you catch something before then!

TL;DR in English: Prepare your bridle in advance. Put a crochet hook through the live bait. Attach the bridle and draw it back through. Put the hook point through the loop on the opposite side of the fish. Twist the hook repeatedly. Pass the hook through the gap between the fish and the twists. Let out some fishing line and carefully put the bait in the water.
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Wear workout clothes that give your body a full-range of motion. Pick an outfit that fits well but is not too tight. Usually, loose-fitting comfortable gym clothes work. Choose fabric that wicks away moisture, rather than wearing your old cotton t-shirt and sweats. It’s always important to wear closed-toe athletic shoes that fit well. Keep them tied tightly, as loose laces pose a risk of injury. If you’re a beginner, start with light dumbbells. Dumbbells weighing 2-5 kg (4.4-11.0 lbs) are best for beginners. Slowly work your way up to heavier dumbbells over the course of several weeks. For example, increase the weight of the dumbbells after using them in your work out two times a week for four weeks. If you are pregnant or have a history of back or joint problems, talk to your doctor about safe lifting limits. It’s important to give your body some time to warm up and to limber your joints before burdening them with heavy weights. Try working with lighter dumbbells for 5 to 10 minutes before switching to heavier dumbbells for the remainder of your workout. Poor posture or straining during lifting can cause severe injury. Try to avoid jerking your arms or back (or the dumbbells themselves) when you’re lifting. If you’re ever unsure of proper form and position, talk to a trainer or staff member at the gym. Ask them to demonstrate the moves or adjust your form while you are exercising. You can also watch instructional videos online for help. If you start to strain or huff and puff, it’s time to set the dumbbells down. You’re more likely to get injured lifting dumbbells when you’re tired because your muscles or joints can give out under the weight. It’s safer (and usually more fun!) having a buddy to work out with. Lifting dumbbells is particularly dangerous when you’re lifting alone because you don’t have anyone to take the weight from you or monitor your physiology if you run into trouble.

TL;DR in English: Wear the right clothing. Start with light dumbbells. Warm up before lifting heavy dumbbells. Perfect your form. Quit when you’re tired. Work out with a buddy.
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Set short, manageable goals for yourself. Break your time down into small chunks. Congratulate yourself when you reach these small goals. Often times, repeating a mantra can help focus your mind on something other than the difficult experience you are having. Good mantras are short, encouraging, and rhythmic.  Make up a mantra. Use someone else’s mantra and repeat it. Try out: “Feeling strong, feeling good.” Try out: “All the way! Hey let’s go! All the way to Tokyo!” Try out: “Looking good, feeling good, oughta be in Hollywood.” Plenty of people before you have stayed up for days on end. If you are truly committed to this goal, you will be able to succeed.  Say your goal out loud or write it down. Visualize yourself succeeding. When you feel doubtful, return to your goal. Say it out loud or look at what you have written down. State out loud that you can and will achieve your goal.

TL;DR in English: Take it one hour (or one minute) at a time. Repeat or chant a mantra. Believe in yourself.
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Babies come in all shapes and sizes, and they all grow at completely different paces. Some infants skip the newborn size altogether, and some outgrow their clothes faster than others. Moreover, you may receive an excessive amount of clothes in one size, only to find that your baby cannot cycle through all those clothes before outgrowing them. You might be able to exchange clothes that your baby never wore for clothes in larger sizes. Keep tags on gifted clothes until they are used and ask gift-givers for a gift-receipt when they give you baby clothes. Resale shops specialize in buying items that are in good condition and selling them to others at lower-than-new prices. Many of these stores will give you the option of selling for either cash or store credit, and store credit is often a higher amount than you might receive in cash. You can drop your baby’s old, outgrown clothes off and pick some new clothes up for free. In recent years, several national chain shops have opened that focus their efforts on reselling children's clothes and other kids' items. Look online to find your local branches of these national chains, as well as independent shops that specialize in children's resale. Online swap communities allow you to exchange items you have for items you need. Oftentimes, you have to worry about shipping and receiving those items without a third party stepping in, but many swap communities give you the option of searching for exchanges in your local area so that you can make the swap in person. There are many swap sites specifically for baby clothing and items. Some of the best swap sites for baby items include:  MoxieJean.com (newborn to size 8) ThredUP.com (kids, juniors, and women) FlipSize.com (newborn to size 8, plus kids' shoes up to size 3) SwapMamas.com (clothing and goods)

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Determine if the piece is brass or brass-plated. Clean your lacquered brass-plated piece. Clean your un-lacquered brass-plated piece. Rinse and apply a mild polish.

Chronic health conditions can trigger feelings of anxiety. This can be true for yourself or regarding the health of a loved one, such as a parent, spouse, or child. Some common chronic health conditions that are associated with anxiety include diabetes, asthma, hypertension, and heart disease.  Take note of how you respond to caffeine, alcohol, or other mind-altering substances. These can trigger anxiety.  Some medical conditions can mimic certain symptoms of anxiety, such as having an overactive thyroid. If you are concerned, make an appointment with a medical doctor. Anxiety can come on as a result of life stressors or life changes. Some common triggers include work stress or job changes (including loss of employment), pregnancy or giving birth, violence, trauma, or abuse, or the death of a loved one.  Think about any life stressors you’ve encountered and how they affect or trigger your anxiety. Do you feel more anxious when you are stressed? What kinds of stressors trigger anxiety? Stay aware of your stressors and recognize what feelings arise when you are stressed. Sometimes anxiety can occur as a result of a scary or traumatic experience. Your anxiety triggers may result from associations you have with a past negative experience. Think about any bad experiences you’ve had and how they have affected you.  Think about situations that have been scary in your life. Perhaps you lived through a natural disaster or experienced violence. These events can affect you and cause anxiety. If you have experienced trauma, you may benefit from therapy to help you. If you grew up in an anxious family, your worldview may include seeing things through a tense or dangerous lens. Your family may have “taught” you to approach people and situations in a certain way. Genetic influences can also affect your anxiety because anxiety can run in families. Some people are more predisposed to experiencing anxiety than others. Think about if anxiety runs in your family and how it affects your family members. Then reflect whether you...

TL;DR in English: Notice how physical health affects anxiety. Identify major life stressors. Reflect on past experiences. Recognize family influences.
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This includes electronics, gems, and jewelry, as these are the most pledged items at pawn shops. One of the best ways is to go online to an auction site like eBay and study what people pay for various goods. This will give you a good idea of the general retail value of items at a certain moment in time.  Bear in mind that over the course of time, trends change, so you'll need to remain up to date with current retail values in order to assess correctly. You can also visit other pawn shops in your area to see how they are pricing items. Apply for an internship or a job at a local pawn shop. This will allow you to learn how professionals assess goods, as well as how they determine what percentage of the assessed value to pay in the event a customer wants to sell an item. This is a strategic plan that will guide you in achieving your goals for the business. You can find more details about how to write a plan  here, but you will want to include:  Your business concept: The focus here is on describing your business and the market for your products and services. Market research: Market research is critical, as it describes the nature of the market you are entering into. Identify who your major competitors are, who your target market is, and the preferences and needs of your target market. A marketing plan: This should describe how you plan on addressing the needs of your market, how you will communicate with customers, and how you will advertise your shop. An operations plan: This will describe your operations on a day to day basis. It would include, for example, how you will make loans, how you will acquire items to sell, how you will price items and what interest rate you will charge for loans. A financial plan: This would outline how you will finance your business, what your expected costs are, and projections as to your revenue. Using your financial plan   determine your projected annual expenses and gross income. You'll need to have enough capital to cover both your operating expenses and your customer loans....

TL;DR in English: Learn how to assess the value of goods. Create a business plan. Estimate how much start-up capital you'll need.
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Most credit cards have some sort of cash advance option, but you may not be able to get one if you're behind on your payments. Make sure your account is in good standing before attempting to get a cash advance. Check your statement online to make sure you haven't missed a payment or reached your borrowing limit. If either of these is a concern, you likely won't be able to get a cash advance. Your bank or credit card company needs to authorize you to withdraw cash from an ATM using your credit card. Call your bank or credit card company's customer service department and ask how to start that process.  Most cards automatically offer the option, but some either do not offer it or set restrictions. For example, some cards end the cash-advance option once your balance reaches a certain limit. You may be able to get this restriction removed by calling customer service and asking. Again, this is more likely if your account is in good standing and you don't have late payments on your record. People sometimes try to use a PIN they’ve set up on their other cards, but you need to know the PIN for this particular credit card. Make sure you know the correct PIN before attempting to withdraw cash. Too many wrong attempts could freeze your account. Many credit cards come with preset PINs that users never get around to resetting. If you've forgotten the original PIN, call the customer service department and ask about how to reset it.  This usually involves dialing an automated 800-number and changing your PIN over the phone. The automated system may ask you to enter your existing pin to make the change. If you don't know your existing PIN, ask a customer service representative to send a new PIN to you in the mail. Note that it may take 7-10 days before you receive it. If you know you'll need a cash advance soon, inquire about your PIN at least two weeks in advance.

TL;DR in English: Check your account status. Make sure you have permission. Find your Personal Identification Number (PIN). Change your PIN if necessary.
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It could be hard to differentiate if a brass piece is actual brass, or brass-plated. Hold a magnet near the brass piece and see if it's magnetically attracted to the brass. If the magnet does not stick, you are most likely handling brass. If the magnet does stick, it's likely that your “brass” piece is actually a brass-plated piece of iron or steel.  An alternative way to check if your piece is brass or brass-plated, is to use a sharp kitchen knife and scratch an inconspicuous part of the item. If the item is brass, the color in the scratch should be bright yellow.  If the scratch mark is another color, like silver, then it is definitely another metal, and you still need to stick with non-abrasive cleaners so you don't remove the brass plating. Clean the entire brass-plated surface with a mixture of mild soap and cold to lukewarm water. Dip a cloth into the soapy water, wring out the cloth so it's only slightly damp, and gently rub the surface of the brass piece.  Never try to polish lacquered brass. The polish tends to turn the surface of the brass piece cloudy.  Don't use cleaners containing ammonia on lacquered brass pieces, because the ammonia will break down the protective lacquer. Dip a soft cotton cloth into a mixture of mild dish detergent and lukewarm water, wring out the cloth so it is only slightly damp, and gently wipe the surface of the brass piece clean. You can use an old toothbrush to clean out the nooks and crannies in the brass piece. Rinse the brass piece with water, and dry it completely using a clean cloth.  Polishing brass-plated items can potentially remove some of the brass plating. If you plan to polish your brass-plated object, do so very gently.  It may be helpful to test the polish on an inconspicuous area of your brass-plated item before you polish the entire piece.

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Wash your hair. Wash your hair with a soft, damp cloth. Wash your hair with a soft, damp cloth. Wash your hair with a soft, damp cloth. Wash your hair with a soft, damp cloth. Wash your hair with a soft, damp cloth. Wash your hair with a soft, damp cloth.

if necessary. There is a bug in some versions of the iPhone and iPad software that prevents website data from being deleted even after wiping your phone or tablet completely; to avoid this bug, make sure your iPhone or iPad is up-to-date. This grey app with gears on it is usually found on the Home Screen. It's about halfway down the page. This option is at the very bottom of the page. It's at the top of the page. Doing so will open a list of websites that are currently storing data on your iPhone or iPad. Some of the website data entries will say "0 bytes" next to them. This just means that the amount of data being stored is minimal enough that it isn't currently measurable. It's the red-text button at the bottom of the screen. Doing so will clear out the bulk of the website data that is saved on this page, and you will be sent back to the Advanced page. It's at the top of the page. This will re-open the Website Data page again; you'll most likely see a few entries that weren't deleted. If you see a button that says Show All Sites near the bottom of the page, tap it before continuing. This will bring up a Delete button on the right side of the entry. It's the red button on the right side of the data entry. Doing so will remove the entry from this page. Unfortunately, this is the only way to ensure that the data won't reappear when you close the Settings app. Once all of the data has been removed in this way, you can close Settings without the data coming back.

TL;DR in English: Update your iPhone or iPad Open your iPhone's or iPad's  Settings. Scroll down and tap Safari. Scroll down and tap Advanced. Tap Website Data. Scroll down and tap Remove All Website Data. Tap Remove Now when prompted. Tap Website Data again. Swipe a data entry from right to left. Tap Delete. Repeat the swipe-and-delete process for any remaining data.
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This will likely be the hardest part, because taking the first step always feels the most challenging.  “I have something that I need to tell you, because I've felt like I needed to keep it a secret for a long time. I feel ready to talk to you about it now.” “I've had something on my mind for a long time now that I find hard to talk about.” “I need to talk to you about something that's important to me. It's important to me that I'm honest with you.” There is no right or wrong way to say it, so choose what feels comfortable for you.  "I'm gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender. I've known this about myself for a long time." "I think I might be gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender. I feel attracted to people of the same sex, and I'm not sure what to think about that." OR "I feel like I was born in the wrong body. I think I might feel more comfortable as a boy/girl, doing the types of things that boys/girls do.” “Ever since I was ___ years old, I've known that I'm gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender.” The more you can do to help them understand you, the better.  “This feels natural for me, just like it feels natural to you to be heterosexual. I'm not choosing to be this way; I just am.” “I'm still the same person I was before. I'm choosing to outwardly identify now as gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender, because I've inwardly identified that way for so long.” “I'm attracted to both boys and girls. I'm coming out to you because I feel like I'm punishing myself when I push those feelings down, and I want to be honest about who I am.” “I want to do the types of activities that boys/girls do. They interest me more and feel more natural to me, but it seems unnatural do them right now because I'm a boy/girl.” This will be a big assistance in helping them to understand you.  “I was afraid that you would reject me.” “Our society is so homophobic, and I was afraid of how others might view me.” “I was afraid that it would ruin our relationship, and I value our relationship very much.” “Our religion teaches that being...

TL;DR in English: Think about how you want to start the conversation. Come out to your parents by explaining your sexual orientation. Explain your perspective in the moment to help your parents understand. Explain to your parents why you have not come out to them before now. Share with your parents what they can do to support you.
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After you're done sanding, go over the treads with a hand-held vacuum or use an attachment on your upright vacuum. Go over the entire surface area of the treads to ensure that no sanding dust is left behind. Go to a paint store or a home center and buy a tack cloth. This is a special cloth that is sticky enough to pick up sanding dust, but doesn't leave moisture behind. Go over the surface of each tread with the cloth to remove all dirt, dust, and sanding dust. If you'd rather make your own tack cloth, soak a piece of cotton fabric in water, wring it out, and then wet it lightly with turpentine. Drip some varnish onto the cloth and then wring it out to distribute the varnish evenly throughout the cloth. Wiping the treads with a tack cloth should give the treads a shiny quality, which will highlight any scratches or holes that you may have missed while sanding. If you find that you did miss some scratches, buff them out with sandpaper. If you notice any holes that you didn't see before, fill them with wood filler. If you end up having to sand and fill in left behind scratches and holes, wait 24 hours before you vacuum each tread and wipe them down with a tack cloth as you did before.

TL;DR in English: Vacuum up excess sanding dust. Wipe down the treads with a tack cloth. Fill in and buff out left behind holes and scratches.
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The plopping method requires damp hair, so it’s best to do it right after you take a shower. Use your favorite shampoo and conditioner, ensuring that your hair is nice and clean. If you want your hair wrapped up overnight, take a shower before going to bed.

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Set the scene. Introduce the ring or object, if you're using one. Ask the question. Handle a rejection gracefully.

It's in the green ribbon near the top of the Excel window. This will open a toolbar for your table's design directly below the green ribbon. If you don't see this tab, click your table to prompt it to appear. Click one of the colored boxes in the "Table Styles" section of the Design toolbar to apply the color and design to your table. You can click the downward-facing arrow to the right of the colored boxes to scroll through different design options. In the "Table Style Options" section of the toolbar, check or uncheck any of the following boxes:   Header Row - Checking this box places column names in the top cell of the data group. Uncheck this box to remove headers.  Total Row - When enabled, this option adds a row at the bottom of the table that displays the total value of the right-most column.  Banded Rows - Check this box to color in alternating rows, or uncheck it to leave all rows in your table the same color.  First Column and Last Column - When enabled, these options make the headers and data in the first and/or last columns bold.  Banded Columns - Check this box to color in alternating columns, or uncheck it to leave all columns in your table the same color.  Filter Button - When checked, this box places a drop-down box next to each header in your table that allows you to change the data displayed in that column. This will take you back to the Home toolbar. Your table's changes will remain.

TL;DR in English: Click the Design tab. Select a design scheme. Review the other design options. Click the Home tab again.
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Removing your thymus gland with a procedure called a thymectomy can help to improve your symptoms and allow you to stop taking medications for myasthenia gravis. The surgery may be done as an open surgery, which is fairly invasive, or as a minimally invasive surgery. Your doctor will assess your medical history and your condition to determine the best type for you. Keep in mind the benefits of surgery to remove your thymus gland may not appear for several years or at all. Your surgeon should outline each step of the surgery beforehand. You will be under general anesthesia during the procedure and should feel no pain.  If you are getting an open surgery, the surgeon will split your breast bone and remove your thymus gland. Open surgery may be a good option if you need emergency surgery to remove your thymus gland. For a minimally invasive surgery, the surgeon will make small incisions in your chest and remove your thymus gland through the incisions. The minimally invasive surgery often results in less blood loss during surgery and requires less recovery time than open surgery. You will need to be on bed rest and check the incisions regularly to make sure they do not become infected. Your doctor may also prescribe pain medication to help you manage any pain or discomfort as you recover. You will need to watch for adverse symptoms or complications like bleeding, difficulty breathing, or severe pain. If you experience adverse symptoms, go see your doctor right away for treatment.

TL;DR in English: Discuss getting surgery to remove your thymus gland with your doctor. Get open or minimally invasive surgery to remove your thymus gland. Allow several weeks or months for recovery from the surgery.
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Smart phones have made navigating an affair easier than ever. If your partner is unusually attached to his or her phone, they may be using it to communicate with a new love interest.  Watch your partner to see if they keep the phone constantly by their side, such as during bathroom breaks, when taking a shower, or when stepping outside to take out the trash. This may be a sign that your partner doesn't want you to access their phone.  Some partners may also alter the settings on their cell phones to enable security codes or phone locks. This may be done to prevent you from accessing their personal data such as contact phone numbers or messages. Observe your partner for increased cell phone activity, such as more phone calls or excessive text messaging. Take note of the times of day these calls and texts are occurring. Ask yourself if your partner regularly communicated during these periods before.  See if your partner acts suspiciously when on the phone or texting, like abruptly hanging up when you enter the room. Does he or she attempt to hide the texts that they are typing, or delete text messages quickly after sending or receiving them? If your partner is frequently speaking in hushed tones while on a phone call, they may be attempting to prevent you from hearing their conversation with someone new. If your partner is having an affair, getting a secret second cell phone is a smart move. With a secret phone, your partner would not need to worry about leaving a record of unexplained incoming and outgoing calls.  Prepaid cell phones are cheap and easy to purchase. If you see your partner with a prepaid cell phone, that was not acquired for work or another legitimate purpose, be concerned that he or she is doing something they wish to hide. Look in bags or purses for a hidden phone. It is unlikely that your partner would keep a secret second phone in a visible place. A likely spot for hiding a secret second phone is in the car. Look in the glove box or under the seats. Watch for strange or new bills arriving...

TL;DR in English: Watch for attachment to their cell phone. Look out for constant cell use. Look for a second cell phone.
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Think about how you want things to look. Talk through your ideas with a friend to help you make sure that you have not overlooked anything. It's also okay to ask your friends for help with executing the proposal. If you have control over the scene, set it as much as you can. Remember, you can't control everything, but you can get things somewhat close to your vision.  If you're proposing at home, it's fairly easy to set the scene. You can dim the lights and light candles. You can also put up decorations, like pictures of you and your boyfriend. If you're proposing publicly, you have less control over the scene. However, there are some things you can do to get the scene you want. If you're proposing on a hiking trip, hike at the right time of day so you'll reach your destination right as the sun is setting. If you're proposing at a restaurant or coffee shop, try to get the right table. If you're proposing with a ring or another object, find a way to introduce it. You can hide a ring in your pocket or purse and lift out the box when you're ready. At a restaurant or coffee shop, you can have the ring brought out by the waiter in a drink or item of food. Other items can be introduced creatively, depending on what they are.  For example, if you bought your boyfriend a nice watch to propose, think about having him close his eyes and then slip it on his wrist. If you're presenting a ring, think of a fun way to do it. For example, you can leave clues around your home leading him to the ring. You can keep things simple. Look in his eyes and tell him something about how much you love and treasure him. Then, say something like, "Will you marry me?" Some people prefer proposing in a letter. You can compose a brief love letter and hand it to him. Have the words, "Will you marry me?" written at the end. Sometimes, things do not go as planned. If your boyfriend declines, do not see this as the end of the relationship. There are many reasons someone may not want to get married, some of which may be rooted in practical...

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Ask your doctor about using a CPAP machine.

Strip all the cherries off the coffee tree. Rake the coffee cherries. Sort the coffee cherries.

If you’re using an old VW, you’re probably working with a lot of rusted parts. Replace anything in bad condition so you can enjoy plenty of safe rides later. Try to get parts that are as similar as possible to the old ones to make the building process simpler. Shop online or take the old parts with you when you go shopping at an auto parts store.  Some parts may be stuck. Soak them in a penetrating oil like WD-40 to loosen them for removal. The replacement part doesn’t have to be exact, and you’re free to get shiny new parts or repurposed parts from other vehicles. Freestyle customizing is possible if you know how to build cars. The VW Beetle 4-cylinder, air-cooled engine works well in a dune buggy. It is relatively light, inexpensive, and easy to maintain. Secure it to the frame using a box-end wrench and some bolts, then begin twisting the air hoses onto the ventilation spouts with the wrench. Air-cooled engines are much easier to set up than water-cooled engines. You don’t need to worry about cooling fluid or much of anything else that complicates things. The engine stays cool by taking in air as you drive. Find some space in the battery bracket near the engine. Generally, a dune buggy does well with a 12 or 24-volt battery. Use the old battery in the vehicle for comparison if you still have it. Once you have the new battery, cover it with the battery bracket and hold them together using 4 mm (0.16 in) hex bolts and Phillips screws as needed. The battery powers the buggy's starter along with any other electrical parts. Dune buggies don’t require the strongest batteries, but if you have a choice, get a larger battery to ensure your vehicle has enough power. A good suspension system gives you that smooth, relaxing ride even when you’re driving over some bumpy hills. The old shocks are the coiled spring-like pieces underneath your buggy. Use a socket wrench set and penetrating oil to remove them. Replace them with similar shock absorbers to keep your buggy stable as it moves. A good suspension system keeps a...

TL;DR in English: Inspect the parts for any sign of damage. Place the engine on the back part of the frame behind the seats. Install a new battery in the car. Install shocks so the buggy doesn’t bounce as much on the road. Replace worn-out tires with new ones. Fit a new fiberglass body to fit over the buggy’s frame.
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Before starting the adoption process, figure out how much work it will be. If you’re interested in a private adoption, contact the agency directly. If you want to adopt a foster child, then call DSS. Discuss how long the adoption process takes. Times vary by type of adoption (domestic v. international) and the type of child you want. The foster agency should have an application you can fill out. There might be a paper application, or you can complete an application online. Generally, the agency will want basic background information to start, such as your name, age, race, employment, education, and salary. Contact an agency to obtain its list of requirements. If you’re looking to adopt a foster child, then you will need to meet the following requirements:  You must be at least 21 years old. You must pass a criminal record check for child abuse and neglect. You’ll need a stable source of income. Your home must meet certain licensing standards. You must be in good mental and physical health. You can decide how much involvement the birth parents will have with the child. Closed adoptions used to be standard, but today there is no one way. Consider which works for you:  In a closed adoption, you and the birth parents won’t know each other. You’ll also have no contact after the adoption.  In an open adoption, you will meet and know the identities of the birth parents. You can also choose to have continuing contact with one or both birth parents after the adoption. There are many different degrees of open adoptions. For example, you might agree that the birth mother will write cards or letters to the child and you’ll send pictures. You can also agree to visits, if you want. The key is to decide what you want before searching for a child. With an open domestic adoption, you often meet the birth parents, who will choose which family gets to adopt the child. You should prepare thoroughly for your meetings. Often only the mother shows up.  You may put together an album of your family, including pictures of all family...

TL;DR in English: Asks questions upfront. Submit an application. Meet eligibility requirements. Choose an open or closed adoption. Meet the birth parents. Decide what birth parent expenses to pay.
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If you have consistently low oxygen saturation levels due to a condition like COPD, your doctor may decide to place you on supplemental oxygen.  This treatment involves the use of oxygen tanks, flexible tubing, and a cannula that feeds the oxygen into your nose.  Patients who follow their prescribed oxygen regimens can often lead long and reasonably active lives. Don’t resist this treatment because you’re worried you’ll be “chained” to an oxygen tank and stuck in bed for life.  Portable tanks can be very unobtrusive and allow you to go out and about with more energy and endurance. People on supplemental oxygen will usually be taught how to monitor their own oxygen saturation by placing a pulse oximeter on their finger, earlobe, or nose.  The process is quick, easy, non-invasive, and painless. As per your doctor’s recommendations, you can adjust your supplemental oxygen to compensate for lower saturation readings, or when you are engaging in activities like walking or light exercise. If you have low oxygen saturation due to COPD or a similar condition, you will likely take medications along with using supplemental oxygen.  These may include controller medications that you will take on a regular schedule to improve your breathing and lung function, as well as rescue medications to use when you’re having more acute breathing difficulties.  There are numerous types of inhaled corticosteroids (ICS), short- and long-acting beta-2 agonists (SABA & LABA), and other medications that may be prescribed to you.  Make sure you understand your doctor’s instructions for using them, and follow the plan diligently.  These medications are also known as bronchodilators. Bronchodilators increase the diameter of your airways and this helps to increase oxygenation. If you have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), then your airways might not stay open on their own. This may lead to decreased oxygen saturation.  Ask your doctor about getting a PAP or BiPap machine to help keep your airways open and raise your oxygen saturation. The...

TL;DR in English: Use supplemental oxygen as prescribed. Learn to check your oxygen saturation and supplementation regularly. Take any prescribed medications as directed. Ask your doctor about using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine. Keep an eye out for emerging treatments.
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One sweep of a branch removes the ripe as well as the unripe berries. Commercial growers use machines to remove all the berries. This method is used when the majority of the berries are ripe. Though there is a significant amount of waste when coffee is harvested by stripping, the cost is worth it for commercial growers who find this method more cost effective than the time and financial investment involved in selective harvesting. You can strip harvest at home by hand by grabbing a branch and sliding your hand forward to knock all the cherries off the tree and onto the ground. Use a rake to gather the cherries that have been knocked to the ground. You can place a sheet or netting under the tree to collect the cherries as they fall. This will make the task of picking them up from the ground easier. Separate the ripe from the unripe cherries. Remove any leaves and branch pieces that may have gotten mixed in. The refuse can be thrown out or placed in your compost pile.

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Get involved in activities. Challenge yourself to take the initiative in social relationships. Spend time with your family. Be a pleasant presence. Join an online community.

Even if you get a lease form from a reputable legal document company, it still may include provisions that don't comport with local ordinances.  Some illegal provisions can serve to invalidate the entire lease agreement. Make sure your lease is ironclad, so you can legally enforce it in the event you have problems and need to evict a tenant. You also want to research the market in the area you are renting to make sure the rent you're charging is reasonable. Keep in mind that some cities have rent-control ordinances that apply to certain types of property. An experienced landlord-tenant attorney can help you with this. Background and credit checks help protect you from potentially unreliable or otherwise troublesome tenants. Set clear standards tenants must meet and communicate those standards before they fill out an application.  Keep in mind that typically there are anti-discrimination laws that forbid you from discriminating against applicants on the basis of their race, gender, or other factors. However, these laws typically don't require you to rent your property to someone with an extensive criminal history, or whose credit score is so low that you don't trust them to pay rent regularly. Be consistent and run background and credit checks on all applicants, even if you know them personally. Keeping these records can protect you in the event you are accused of discrimination, because it shows that you treat all applicants the same. Even if you're able to resolve a problem with a tenant over the phone, or through a personal conversation, write up a letter confirming the agreement and send it to them, keeping a copy for yourself.  Written documentation of any communication with your tenants, no matter how minor, gives you legal proof of the agreement in the event you end up in court. It isn't necessary to confirm conversations unrelated to the tenancy, but anything that concerns the rental unit should be written up. For example, if a tenant who previously did not have a pet tells you that they are going to...

TL;DR in English: Get a lawyer to review your lease. Do background checks and credit checks on all tenants. Get everything in writing. Send statements promptly. Save copies of all letters and notifications. Use online services.
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Listen to music with English lyrics. Find a few favorite English songs and continuing listening to those songs until you understand the meaning of each one. If you don't know where to find English music, look for an English radio station that streams online. Check YouTube and other video websites for English music videos. Learn who some of the most popular English musicians within your favorite genre (pop music, rock music, etc.) and find several of their songs. Watch the characters' actions to help yourself understand the context behind the English they speak. You can also turn on subtitles in your native language to help yourself follow along, but turn them off if the subtitles prevent you from focusing on the English words you're listening to.  Listen to English podcasts, especially podcasts designed to help people learning English as a foreign or second language. Watch the "Top Videos" on YouTube or other video hosting websites with English content. Visit websites that legally host free episodes of English shows and watch a few. Try to understand who the characters are and what the show is about. Practice speaking English when you're alone. Consider recording yourself when you speak English, then listen to that recording later.  You can also practice singing aloud in English or reading short paragraphs of text written in English. Speaking in English more often can help you improve your pronunciation. Recording your spoken practices can help you identify areas you need to improve. Record someone who speaks English well as that person reads the same text. Listen to his or her recording, then listen to your own recording and compare your pronunciation. Travel someplace where native English speakers gather. Listen to them speak English and try to understand their conversations.  Visiting a country where people speak English will give you more opportunity to listen to English conversation, but if this isn't an option you can consider, try visiting somewhere in your own country where English tourists gather. Be...

TL;DR in English: Listen to English music. Watch videos, shows, and movies in English. Talk to yourself. Listen to English speakers. Speak with English speakers.
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If you have a stress response syndrome, you may be at a higher risk for suicidal thoughts and/or behaviors. If you are concerned about your safety, call emergency services. You may also dial a suicide hotline or phone a friend or family member to talk to and help you.   Take any suicidal thoughts or behaviors seriously. For more information, check out How to Recognize the Warning Signs of Suicide. If you suspect that you have a stress response syndrome, avoid using any substances. You may be at a higher risk for substance use or abuse. When dealing with stress, using drugs, alcohol, and other mind-altering substances is not a healthy way to cope. When experiencing severe stress, stay away from all substances, as they can cause more damage in the long-run. Avoid taking pills or painkillers if they are not prescribed to you at this time. Stress response syndrome can prolong any existing medical problems or disorders. It can also interfere with medical treatment. If you have a health condition, make sure you receive adequate treatment and keep up with medications, visits to your medical provider, and any necessary care you may need.  This can help ensure that your illness is not prolonged. If the stress response syndrome does not decrease, a therapist or psychologist may evaluate you for another disorder. For example, if your symptoms persist, your therapist may assess you for major depressive disorder, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, or another diagnosis that best suits your symptoms. Having a proper diagnosis aids treatment and guides the path of recovery.   For instance, if you develop nightmares related to the stressor or experience flashbacks, you may receive treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder.

TL;DR in English: Watch out for suicidal thoughts. Avoid using substances. Receive appropriate medical treatment as necessary. Recognize persistent problems.
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To make new friends, you will have to get out and get involved in things. Consider joining a sports league, taking a class, or volunteering within your community. If you are very shy, find a group for social anxiety, even if it has to be online. Look on places like Craigslist, Meetup, or local news websites for activities in your area. Don't attend functions with the sole idea of making friends or meeting people. Try to go with no expectations whatsoever and to enjoy yourself regardless of what happens. Look for activities that interest you and that also involve groups of people like book clubs, church groups, political campaigns, concerts and art exhibitions Making new friends often requires you to take the first step and invite others out to do things. Don't wait for people to approach you: you should approach them. Ask the person if they want to chat or get a coffee. You must always show interest in other people before they will show interest in you.  Be yourself as you try to make new friends.  Don’t try to impress a new person by misrepresenting yourself. That may lead to the end of the new friendship before it even gets started. Be a good listener.  Pay close attention when people are talking. It is important to be able to respond to what the person has just said to demonstrate that you were listening or they may feel like you do not care. Working to deepen the relationships with your family may also help you to stop feeling so lonely. Even if you don't have a great history with a family member, you can still try to repair relationships by starting with an invitation. For example, you could ask a family member that you haven’t seen in a while to go out to lunch or meet you for coffee. When trying to rebuild or deepen your relationships with family members, you can use some of the same strategies you would use to gain new friends. Take the initiative to ask the person out, be yourself, and be a good listener. Draw people toward yourself by providing enjoyable company. Be complimentary rather than...

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Talk to your doctor. Meet with a registered dietitian. Write down and track your goals. Write your weight-loss meal plan.

In order to work in a consulting role with an adoption agency, most states will require that you have at least a master's degree. For undergraduate study, you can pursue your degree in social work, but you can also consider related fields such as psychology or family counseling. During your undergraduate career, you will take courses on human behavior and development, social welfare, and the economic and political conditions of social crises like poverty and homelessness. Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and foster professional relationships with your professors. Consider working with professors who focus on child and family welfare and adoption counseling. Many MSW programs will want to see that you have completed a statistics course as well, so you should consider taking that for your math requirement.  You should also pursue an internship or volunteer with an adoption agency so you can experience the daily administrative workings of the agency. Always maintain a helpful, compassionate and professional attitude. Show your supervisors that you are serious about this line of work: you're not just an intern, you're a future colleague. For your master's degree, find a program that offers field work opportunities with multiple adoption agencies so you can get a diverse range of hands-on experience. This will be crucial experience in order to find work in a supervised position after your graduate.   Consult your undergraduate professors and your college's career center for help on applying to MSW programs. Most MSW programs require a 3.0 GPA, GRE scores, 3-4 letters of recommendation and a 1-3 page application essay in order to be admitted. Your career center or college writing center can help you draft and revise your application materials so you will be a competitive candidate for the program. Make sure that your MSW program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). There are more than 238 accredited MSW programs in the U.S. After you complete your MSW program, most states will require that you...

TL;DR in English: Earn your bachelor's (BSW) and master's degrees (MSW) in social work. Pursue an undergraduate degree in social work. Enroll in a MSW program. Complete work in a supervised position. Complete certification for becoming a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW).
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Always start from lower elevation and work your way up to higher elevation when placing the first rocks. A good bet is to start off with your largest boulders in place so that they give context and contrast. Backfill any soil beneath large boulders as needed, paying particular attention to boulders perched on elevation. Placing a larger character boulder behind a the actual beginning of the waterfall itself is a great way to build dimension in your waterfall. Character boulders to the sides of the waterfall work great as well. In nature's streams, especially near waterfalls, smaller stones and pebbles tend to get swept away down current. That's why larger stones look more natural close to waterfalls. Stick with a good combination of medium and larger stones for a more natural look if you feel like your waterfall looks artificial. In the moment, placing stones gives you a great idea of how things will look up close. What it doesn't do is give you a perspective of how things look from afar. Periodically take a steps back from stone placement and decide whether you like the arrangement of stones where they are. You may place a single stone or boulder four or five times before you're happy with where it's placed. Slate makes for an excellent spill stone. Don't be afraid to use smaller stones or even small pebbles to create the base for your spillway. Here are some other things to keep in mind when building spillways:  If you're having trouble keeping your spillway stone in place, sometimes a larger stone on top of it will anchor it in place while you build its base. Always measure the slope of your spillway with a level. This is important for two big reasons. First, going front to back, you'll want your spillway stone to be either level or sloped slightly downward; if it's sloped upward, water isn't going to travel down it nicely. Second, going side to side, make sure your spillway stone is level; this will ensure that the water travels over the entire surface evenly and doesn't pool on one side. Small...

TL;DR in English: Start from the bottom up, placing larger boulders first. Use larger stones near each waterfall if possible. Periodically step back from your waterfall and look at the piece from a different angle. Place the spillway rocks carefully.
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Open an Internet browser, type in http://minecraftmaps.com on the address bar and hit Enter. This website contains hundreds of different maps for different game modes and purposes created by members of the community. Left-click the type of map you would like to play; the map types are displayed at the top of the menu. The map type options include adventure, survival, puzzle, parkour, creation, and game maps. Scroll through the list of maps until you find one that is appealing then left-click on the name of the map to view more details about it. Click the black “Download Map” button at the top of the screen to download a zip file that contains the custom map. Click the Start button in the bottom-left corner of the screen. In the search bar type in “\\.minecraft” to bring up the folder that contains all minecraft files.  Scroll down the list of folders, and find the “saves” folder. Open the folder by double-clicking it. Any worlds you have created will be listed in this folder. Open the “Downloads” folder on your computer, and drag the zip file downloaded to the “saves” folder. You will need to extract the zip file before the world can be opened in Minecraft. Once done, do NOT close the “saves” folder. Launch Minecraft, and on the main screen, click the “Single Player” button to open the Select World menu. The name of the new custom map should appear in the list of worlds. Select the world, and click “Play Selected World” to start exploring the new custom map.

TL;DR in English: Go to Minecraft Maps. Select a map type. Select a map you want. Download the selected map. Open Minecraft’s “saves” folder. Transfer the downloaded zip file into the “saves” folder. Head to the Select World menu. Open the custom map.
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Speaking to a doctor prior to a new diet or weight loss plan is a good idea.  They may be able to give you alternative diets or suggest vitamin or minerals to supplement your diet with since you'll be avoiding or minimizing your vegetable intake.  Review your current weight, weight goals, medications and health history with your doctor. Your doctor also may be able to refer you to a local dietitian for additional help. These nutrition experts will be able to guide you on your weight loss diet.  They'll also be able to help provide you with different alternatives for vegetables.  Ask your dietitian for help designing a meal or eating plan that doesn't focus heavily on vegetables but that could still produce weight loss. To find a dietitian in your area, visit the EatRight website and click on the orange "Find an Expert" button on the top right. Setting goals for yourself with a weight loss plan can help you keep you on track and help you stay motivated.  Be specific with your goals.  You want to set goals that are specific and realistic for you.  Also give yourself an end date. Remember, a large amount of weight loss in a short period of time is not realistic or healthy.  Focus on losing smaller amounts of weight over longer periods of time. Realize that with a lack of vegetable consumption (and subsequent fiber consumption), weight loss may be slower. Set smaller goals before your long-term goals.  For example, if you want to lose 20 pounds in five months, a smaller goal would be to lose four pounds within the first month. Meal plans can help making dieting and weight loss a bit easier.  You'll have your own plan to follow throughout the week.  Having all your meals and snacks planned can help keep you organized and focused.  Spend some free time writing up an entire week's meals and snacks.  It's much easier to stick to a diet when you have a plan in place. Although you may be avoiding or minimizing the amount of vegetables that you include in your meal plan, make sure you're including all the other food...

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Identify negative thinking. Focus on positive thinking. Practice being optimistic. Make an effort to silence your “inner critic. Don’t live in the past.

Chances are, you are good at something. You must have been good enough at what you do to land this job and to hold onto it. Don’t allow negative self-perceptions to rule you. Instead, build up the positive aspects of your work performance. Start by creating a list of everything you are good at doing, ranging from very simple to extremely complex. Anytime you start to feel like you are not clever enough, return to this list and remember that you are. Your physical environment at work can have a huge effect on your mood, contributing to either a positive or negative self-image. Give yourself a boost by creating an upbeat environment. Decorate your desk with bright colors, positive statements, and images that make you happy. If it is allowed, you may also want to invest in an essential oil diffuser and freshen your air with lavender or citrus oils (both proven to reduce stress and improve your mood). Confidence is governed by hormones in your brain. When you feel confident, your brain releases a series of hormones. But researchers have concluded that even when you fake feeling confident, the same hormones are released. In other words, if you fake being self-confident at work, you will quickly become it!  Envision your most confident self. How do you comport yourself? How do you move through the office? How do you dress? Put that vision into action! Even if you don't feel confident on the inside, perform confidence outwardly. Having a optimistic and upbeat attitude toward life is a conscious choice that requires practice. When you are faced with a challenge or a stressful situation, you can choose how you will handle it. If you can manage to cultivate a positive outlook during stressful times, not only will you begin to feel more clever, but others will be drawn to you.  Anytime you are faced with a challenging or stressful situation, stop and take a moment to breathe. Check in with your emotional response. Are you angry. frustrated, nervous, or anxious? Remember that those emotions do not serve you. Is there a...

TL;DR in English: Assess your competencies. Shape your environment. Fake it ‘til you make it. Practice a positive attitude. Do something useful.
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Drinking brandy “neat” means that you are drinking it by itself with no ice or mixer. You taste only the brandy and nothing else, allowing you to fully experience the flavor. Ice will melt and water down the brandy, ruining the flavor. The best brandies should be savored on their own. This will help you enjoy the flavor fully, heightening your experience and allowing you to truly get a taste of the best brandy experience. A brandy snifter or brandy balloon is a short glass with a wide base whose sides taper in at the top. It will have a short stem and come in many sizes, although no more than 2 ounces (60 ml) will usually be served at a time. These glasses are perfect for drinking brandy because they concentrate the subtle aromas at the top of the glass when nosing or smelling them. A thoroughly clean snifter that has been air-dried prevents other tastes from interfering with that of the brandy. Brandies do not need to breathe like wine does. If you let it sit for too long then some of the volatile alcohols will evaporate. This will lose some of the character of the brandy. Many connoisseurs prefer to warm up the brandy because gentle heat enhances the flavor and aroma. The best way to do this is to simply hold the glass in your hand to gently warm it up. The wide base of the glass makes it easy to warm in your hand.  You also can warm the glass by pouring warm water in it and then pouring out before filling with your brandy. Another way to warm the brandy is to carefully heat the glass over an open flame. Be careful not to overheat! Overheating can cause the alcohol to evaporate and ruin the bouquet and flavor. Do not swill the glass because you can lose some of the subtle aromas in the brandy. Nosing (smelling through your nose) the brandy at this distance will allow you to smell the floral notes and introduces the delicate aromas to your nose. This prevents your senses from being overwhelmed when tasting. Raise the snifter to chin height and take a deep breath through your nose. Nosing at this height will...

TL;DR in English: Learn what neat means. Drink brandy neat when you have a good quality aged brandy. Get a brandy snifter. Serve immediately. Warm up the glass in your hand. Smell the brandy while holding the glass at chest height. Bring the glass to your chin and smell through your nose again. Raise the snifter to directly under your nose and smell through both your mouth and nose. Take a very small sip. Take more sips, starting small and working your way up to bigger sips. Start young and move older if you are tasting multiple brandies. Try not to look at the type and cost of the brandy if you are tasting a number of brandies.
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Most clippers come with several snap-on plastic guards. The guards ensure an even trim at the length you want - no one wants to cut their beard too short.  If you're not sure which of two guards is best, start with the longer attachment first. You can always go back over the beard with a shorter guard afterward, but if you trim too short, you can't put it back on. If you don't have a guard available, you can hold a comb in front of the clippers and trim off the hair that slips through the comb's teeth. Maintain balance between each side of your face by always starting at the ears and working down. The guard should keep the trimmer from irritating your skin or cutting too much hair. Start under your nose and move toward the corner of the mouth, then proceed down to your chin. Pay special attention to hard-to-reach areas directly under your nose.  Keep your mouth closed to avoid a mouthful of hair! Depending on the length of your beard, it may be easier to trim the mustache separately with scissors. Remove the guard from the trimmer and trim along your neckline to remove the remaining hair on your neck. Use your jaw as a straight edge. If you like, you can also lather and shave your neck, depending on how you like it styled. Some prefer a clean cut-off line for their beard, while others prefer subtle neck stubble.

TL;DR in English: Select a guard. Turn the trimmer on and with a gentle but firm pressure, trim each side of your face, working along the grain using long smooth strokes. Trim your mustache and chin. Finish the trim with a clean edge.
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You may be sabotaging yourself with negative thoughts and not even realize it. Begin by simply becoming aware of negative thoughts, and how they may be affecting you. Some common forms of negative thinking include:  Filtering, or minimizing positive aspects while magnifying the negative. Polarizing, or seeing things as only good or bad with no middle-ground. Catastrophizing, or only imagining the worst-case scenario. With a little practice, you can learn to transform your thoughts. Start by following one simple rule: Don’t say anything about yourself that you wouldn’t say about a friend. Be gentle with yourself. Encourage yourself the way you would encourage a close friend. It is a misconception that some people are naturally positive, while others are inherently negative. In reality, optimism takes practice. Try to intentionally see the silver lining. Instead of thinking, “I’ve never done this before,” tell yourself, “This is an opportunity to learn something new.” ” We all have that inner voice that tends to critique or question us. This voice may tell us that we are not good enough, not talented enough, or not worthy of someone’s love. These thoughts are meant to protect you from failure or heartbreak, but in truth, they do nothing but hold you back. When your inner critic speaks up, ask yourself these questions.  Are these thoughts really true? Is it possible that these thoughts are not true? Can I admit that they might not be true? Can I imagine the possibility that really I am good enough, talented enough, and worth of love? If guilt, pain, or regret over past circumstances are bringing you down, you can work to release those emotions.  Make the active choice to let something go. Write it down and/or speak it out loud. Express your pain and/or take responsibility. If there is something you need to say to someone, say it, even if what you need to say is “I’m sorry.” Forgive yourself and others. Try to remember that everyone makes mistakes. Nobody is perfect, and everyone deserves another chance (even you).

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Pick a topic. Build on a story. Use the news as inspiration. Write down everything you can think of. Draft a few jokes based on your brainstorming. Revise your jokes. Record yourself on the go. Joke with your friends and family. Get together for improv sessions with your friends.

Examine all the recipes you have on your cookbook theme. Sort through them for recipes that you think taste the best and that you'd like to include in the cookbook. Select 10 to 15% more recipes than you plan on putting in the cookbook. Avoid including recipes that you have had trouble making or aren't passionate about. Think about the recipes that you've made for other people. If any of them were a big hit, include them in the cookbook. Test more recipes than you think you'll need, since you may change your mind about using some of them. As you test, write very detailed descriptions of how to make each recipe. Include helpful tips to encourage your readers to make the food. Try to give substitutions for ingredients and variations for the recipes.  For example, instead of saying, "Cream the butter and sugar," instruct your readers to, "Beat room temperature butter with the sugar on medium speed until it's light and fluffy." Ask other people to test your recipes. This way you can get feedback about how clear your instructions were, how the food tasted, and where you need to improve the recipe. Read over all of the testing notes and any feedback you got from others. Create a detailed recipe by explaining how to cook or assemble the ingredients. Be as clear and thorough as you can so people of many skill levels can cook your food. Diagrams and illustrations may be as helpful as photos in some cases. If you can't draw, find someone who is willing to help out. High-resolution, quality photos help the reader imagine the end result of a recipe and inspire them to make the dish. Decide if you'd like to take a photo for every recipe or just include a few for each chapter. If your photography skills need brushing up, take a quick class or learn how to use photo-editing software to edit the pictures. You can also hire a photographer to photograph your food, but this will add to the cost of making your cookbook. All the recipes in your book should be written by you or at least changed in some way to make them your own....

TL;DR in English: Gather your own recipes. Make the recipes and write down tips. Write each recipe as you want it to appear in the cookbook. Take photographs of the food. Give proper credit to others.
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If you're going to throw your knife away, bubble wrap is your best option. This safely coats the blade, preventing injury and accident during disposal.  You might want to wrap the knife in butcher paper first. Then, wrap the knife in a few layers of bubble wrap.  If necessary, wrap a layer of duct tape around the bubble wrap to keep it secure. You should consider adding an additional layer of cardboard when disposing of a knife. Place it in an old shoebox or other cardboard container before throwing it out. This may also be effective if you plan on donating the knife. If you do not have cardboard or bubble wrap, you can use newspaper, old clothes, socks, or any material you can easily wrap around the blade. Simply wrap the knife in a few layers of your chosen materials. If necessary, wrap some tape around the material to keep the knife in place.

TL;DR in English: Use bubble wrap. Try cardboard. Make use of other materials.
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If you are experiencing lightheadedness, dizziness, confusion, or altered vital signs (such as a fast heart rate and an increased respiratory rate), you may have a more severe form of dehydration that warrants professional medical attention. The most common causes of severe dehydration are heat stroke (from spending too much time in the sun), extreme endurance sports, and illnesses that involve diarrhea and/or vomiting. If you believe you may have any of these medical conditions, or if you are worried that you may have severe dehydration, it is best to see a doctor sooner rather than later for treatment. IV (intravenous) fluids are the fastest and most efficient way to replace fluids if you are suffering from severe dehydration. This is because the fluid is injected straight into your vein, rather than having to go the long route of being absorbed by your digestive system. IV fluids are also tailored to your specific needs with the perfect balance of fluid, salt, and calories to optimize your body's hydration and overall health. If you have an illness such as diarrhea and/or vomiting, you may not be able to consume fluids orally (due to nausea and/or vomiting, or diarrhea which prevents absorption); therefore, IV fluids may be your only option in severe cases. It is important to understand that severe cases of dehydration require not only fluids for treatment, but also diagnosing and resolving the underlying cause of the dehydration — a job best accomplished by an experienced physician. If you try to rehydrate yourself without first identifying the cause of the problem, it is unlikely to lead to a long-term or permanent solution; therefore, if in doubt it is best to see a doctor who can guide you through the steps to getting properly hydrated and in good health once again.  The specific diagnosis underlying dehydration also affects the treatment course, in many cases. This is another reason why identifying the underlying cause is key. If you suffer from a chronic disease such as congestive heart failure,...

TL;DR in English: Recognize signs of severe dehydration. Get IV fluids. Get a diagnosis for the underlying cause of your dehydration.
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There are plenty of ways to pick topics for jokes. You can start with prompts that help you think of things you feel strongly about. When you have a list, think about whether anything you've written down has the potential to be funny.  Ask yourself what you love. For example, maybe you have a serious love of Renaissance festivals. What could be funny about that? Do you always wear a costume that gets you funny looks in public? Are there certain "types" of people who attend the festivals that you could describe in a funny way? Consider what you hate. Maybe you hate spiders. You could come up with great jokes based on why you hate spiders: tell a story about a time you tried to kill a spider by yourself. Or describe spiders themselves in a funny way. Think about what annoys you. The things that might annoy you are a great source for comedy. Describe how annoying the subway is – people sitting too close, a couple making out in the corner, the one guy who always has his music playing without headphones. If you've already got a funny story you like to tell, use it for the base of your jokes. Build on it by telling jokes or other stories that are related. For example, if you have a really funny story about going to a theme park, use that as your base story. Then write other jokes related to theme parks – they could be about the food, waiting in line, or dealing with kids. Look for news stories that strike you as particularly ridiculous or funny or outrageous. Then make it personal using the following formula: "X happened in the news. If I did that/if that happened to me..." and fill in the rest.  Not everything that comes out of this exercise will be funny, but you'll occasionally get some good stuff! For example, if you see a news story about politicians behaving badly, you could use that. You could start the joke by saying something like "Senator Smith just spent $100,000 on a private plane for his wife. If I spent $100,000 on a private plane I'd have a plane but no wife." Once you have a topic in mind, sit down...

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Use a computer.. Use a computer to upload files to your Dropbox account.  If you’re on your own computer, use the desktop app to add files to your Dropbox. The desktop app also allows you to automatically sync files on your Mac or PC  with your Dropbox account. If you have not yet

Log in to the Dropbox website using the email address and password associated with your account. Navigate to the folder where you’d like to update your file. Click the “Upload” icon. Click “Choose Files,” and then double-click the file you want to add. Click “Start Upload” to add the file.

The better you know the sport, the better you'll be able to play, knowing what to expect and how to work on potential problems. You can ask just about anyone who knows the sport, but also check websites, ask coaches, and join a team. Play, play, and play some more until it becomes a part of you. Understand that basketball is both a physical and mental sport.  They are both extremely important. If you lack in one area, focus on trying to improve in that area without forgetting the other. For example, if you need to work on your dribbling, but just finished working on your dribble, dribble up to the hoop from half-court, and shoot a layup. Get down to a gym and start working out. Lesser players can beat the greatest talent if they can outrun and outlast their opponent. Michael Jordan is quoted to have said that the best players are good scorers, good defensive players, and good team players. To be all three, you've got to be in great shape. Here are some exercises to help you out:   Push-ups. Lots of push-ups and in different varieties, like fingertip push-ups. You will be amazed  at how much better you can palm the ball if you have strong fingers.  Even if you think you don't have large enough hands to palm the ball, it  can be done if you have stronger fingers.  Core workouts. Work on your core strength with abdominal crunches, leg lifts, planks, lower back extensions, etc. If you have a strong core you will be  able to take a hit and still finish strong at the rim.  Jump rope. Seems like a sissy activity, but it works! Jump rope as fast, long, and hard as you can. The better you can do this, the faster  footwork you can have on the court.  Jumping. Increase your vertical leap. If you're fast, agile, and  can jump, you can get rebounds even over a taller player. Most super-tall guys don't put all their effort into rebounds since they don't have  to. You can beat them if you work at it. like a madman. If you ever find yourself having to concentrate or focus  on your dribbling, then you're not good enough to go...

TL;DR in English: Learn all the game's rules like the back of your hand. Get yourself in the best physical shape possible. Dribble Work on your shooting skills. Use "BEEF" when shooting. Add "C" to your "BEEF. Learn to shoot with one hand. Practice spinning the ball and using your non-dominant hand. Do drills to improve every aspect of your game. Always be a confident team player.
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Consider dropping your own assessments of their problem and related ideas about how to fix things. Instead, consider ways you could be more empathetic. For instance, consider letting go of your desire to fix their problem and try to understand the details of their situation. You may not agree with their interpretation of their situation, but you should still listen attentively and try to understand them. Often, unsolicited advice comes from a place of not adequately understanding the situation or challenge that another person is going through. To move beyond this problem, you could try to understand and empathize with the challenge that they are going through. It might help to ask them clarifying questions:  “Can you tell me a little more about that?” “That sounds really tough. I’m not sure I understand how you got into that situation. Can you remind me how that happened?” After listening attentively, you can ask them directly how you could help out. They may simply say that you are helping by offering an attentive ear. If they need something specific, they may tell you. If they are specifically looking for advice, they will have the opportunity to ask you for it. Try saying:  “I’m here anytime you need me. Really, anything you need.” “What can I do to help?” Advice that is specifically requested is much more appreciated than unsolicited advice. If you are called upon to give advice, you can go ahead and offer your two cents on how to resolve the situation. Give advice if they ask the following kinds of questions:  "I really need advice on how to resolve this situation with my brother. I'm at a loss right now. Do you have any experience that would help?" "Have you ever dealt with a family member dealing with depression? Do you have any advice based on that experience?" Rather than telling them specific things to do, you should convey your care for them and listen to their problems. You shouldn’t promise to keep any secrets, since you may have to convey the information to a mental health professional. Listen...

TL;DR in English: Stop trying to fix their problems. Try to understand their state of affairs. Ask how you can help. Give advice if they specifically ask for it. Talk to them if they are at risk of self harm.
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This method looks to get as much of the air and mineral impurities out of the water as possible before freezing, start with already distilled water. Filtered bottled water will work, or any water purified by reverse osmosis. oil the water twice. Boiling removes air bubbles from the liquid, allowing the water molecules to stick together even harder in the freezer.  After boiling the first time, allow the water to cool. Then boil again. Keep the cooling water covered to prevent any dust from collecting on the surface. Make sure that you have let the water cool a bit before pouring it in the tray so that it doesn't melt the plastic. If you really want to impress, try making extra-large clear ice cubes and ice spheres. Nothing like drinking a cocktail on one very large rock. Leave it for few hours to freeze.

TL;DR in English: Use pure water. . Pour water into an ice tray or other mold and cover with a plastic wrap to keep out particles. Place the ice tray in the freezer. Take out the tray and gently remove your clear ice cubes.
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Dropbox has a  web interface that makes it easy to upload files to your account when you are on-the-go.  If you’re on your own computer, use the desktop app to add files to your Dropbox. The desktop app also allows you to automatically sync files on your Mac or PC  with your Dropbox account. If you have not yet made a Dropbox account, you should create one before continuing. You can skip this step if you just want to upload your file to the main area of your Dropbox.  If there is a folder in your Dropbox in which you’d like to place the file, double-click it to open it. To create a new folder, click the “New Folder” icon, which looks like a folder with a plus sign (+) on it. The icon looks like a sheet of paper with a plus sign (+) on its bottom right corner. It is not possible to add files over 20GB on the Dropbox website. If you need to add a larger file to your Dropbox, use an app on any mobile or desktop device.

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Get a box. Remove the flaps from the box. Cut an opening in the front. Decorate the outside of the box.

Get some fabulous new clothes. Avoid dressing too fancy at inappropriate times. Put on some jewels. Learn to shop correctly. Know what clothes look good on you. Learn to make combinations of colours. Invest is some good quality shoes. Buy a few bags that go with most of your outfits. Show off your new glamour style!

Some of the major personal risk factors for prostate cancer are age and family history. The risk of prostate cancer increases the older you get. Although approximately 75% of the cases of prostate cancer have no pattern or order, about 20% of those with prostate cancer have had cases of the disease in their family previously. There are also approximately 5% of cases that are hereditary.  More than 80% of prostate cancers are diagnosed in men over the age of 65. If you have a first-degree relative, which would be a father, brother, or son, with prostate cancer, your risk of developing prostate cancer is two to three times higher than the average risk.  If you have BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutations, you are more likely to develop prostate cancer. Your doctor can test to see if you carry these genes. There may be a correlation between prostate cancer, waist circumference, and waist-to-hip ratio. This means carrying fat around your waist may increase your chances of developing prostate cancer. If you are African-American, the risk of prostate cancer is 60% higher than if you are Caucasian. African-American males are also twice as likely to die from prostate cancer and develop prostate cancer at an earlier age than Caucasian males. The hormones that your body naturally produce can contribute to the development of prostate cancer. Testosterone is a male sex hormone that is responsible for the deep voice, increased muscle mass, and strong bones that are prevalent in males. It is also responsible for the male sex drive and sexual performance and contributes to aggression. The growth of prostate cells is stimulated when testosterone is naturally converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).  According to studies, excess levels of DHT have been implicated in the development of prostate cancer. Another hormone implicated in the development of prostate cancer is excessive levels of insulin growth-like factor 1 (IGF-1). There is a modest increase in prostate cancer in men who have the high levels of IGF-1.

TL;DR in English: Learn about personal risk factors. Know the role race plays. Discover how hormones contribute.
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If you are confident that the screen is as clean as it can be, you can apply the final rinse.  Use the hose once more to gently spray the remaining cleaning solution or dirt off of the screen.  Make sure you've totally rinsed the screen off before letting it dry and reinstalling it.  Do not use a high pressure or high power setting on the hose. Make sure you have sprayed the entire screen down. It can be a good idea to rinse the screen on both sides. If you are happy with the way the screen looks, you'll want to give it plenty of time to fully dry before installing it again.  Try using some of these tips to help you dry the window screens quickly and completely:  Wipe the screens down with a dry cloth or towel. Try gently shaking the screen off to remove some of the extra water. Lean the screen up against a wall to allow the water to a way to run off. Try leaving the screen somewhere in direct sunlight to help speed up the drying process. Once the screen is dry and you're happy with the way it looks, it's time to put it back in the window frame.  Replacing the screen can be done by reversing the steps you took to remove it.  Make sure the screen is securely in place to complete your window screen cleaning project.

TL;DR in English: Rinse the screen. Allow the screen to dry. Reinstall the window screen.
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Get a nice big cardboard box. You may be able to ask for one at your local supermarket. It must be in good condition, and must be big enough to hold your cat. Using a pair of scissors or a box-cutter, carefully remove the top “flaps” from the box. You may want to save these for future art projects. Leave the bottom “flaps” intact. You are going to create a U-shaped opening in the front of your box to act as a doorway for your cat. First, take a pencil and mark the location you plan to cut. Then, using your scissors or box-cutter, carefully cut this opening in your box. Using construction paper or fabric, and some craft glue, decorate the outside of your box. This will transform your cardboard box into an attractive cat bed. The final step is to create a soft area inside the box for your cat to rest upon. This may be a folded up towel, some quilt backing, stuffing, or a pillow the right size. Place your soft materials in the bottom of your box, and your cat bed is ready for use!

TL;DR in English: Find a box. Remove the flaps from the box. Cut an opening in the front. Decorate the outside of the box. Line the inside of the box.
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They're probably the factor that determine whether you're glamorous... or not. Go for classic cuts and models, which show the line of your body. Once again, invest in something of exceptional quality. The fabrics should be soft and smooth, like silk, jersey, and cashmere. Glamour style is, above all, elegant and sophisticated. Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe are good sources of inspiration. Avoid clothes that look too old, sporty, or messy. It is very important that you choose the image you wish to portray; there are many ways to look glamorous, and each one of them has its specific elements you must follow in order to portray that image. Here are some of them:   Old Hollywood glamour- think Marilyn Monroe and Sophia Loren. Its attributes are red lips, platinum blonde hair, diamonds, fur and '40s dressing style. Hair is very important; old Hollywood hairstyles are short-to-medium length, wavy and dyed blonde or black. As for makeup, wear red lipstick and use black mascara. Wear medium-length dresses and skirts, diamond earrings and fur coats.  Urban chic glamour- think Audrey Hepburn. Sleek lines, straight hair, and elegant, simple design- it's the favorite look of the wealthy New York women.  To get this look, wear trench coats, black tights, stiletto heels, little black dresses, business suits and simple, delicate jewelry. The most used colors are the neutral ones: black, white, and beige; however, bright colors are welcome too, but in smaller amounts. Oversized sunglasses are a must. Wear precious fabrics like silk, cashmere and jersey; the fabrics must be as high quality as you can find. Avoid wearing jeans. Accessorize with huge handbags, fine jewelry and watches. As for makeup and hairstyle, long hair and the classic bob style are definitely the most acceptable; the makeup is very natural.  Opulent diva glamour- the more expensive and rich-looking it is, the better. Everything is allowed here: excessive jewelry, glitter, feathers, heavy makeup- as long as it's not (too) tacky, it's acceptable. To get...

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Avoid tanning and using sunless tanners for at least a month to prepare for laser hair removal. Refrain from plucking or waxing your skin. Shave the area that will be treated, as instructed during the pre-treatment consultation. Take oral antiviral medication or oral antibiotics if prescribed by your doctor. Clean the skin at the treatment site.

Covering your plants are the most effective way to prevent birds from eating your grapes. For added protection or to deter particularly relentless birds, however, you can try repellents as an added precaution. Garlic oil is a natural bird repellent that can teach birds to avoid your garden over time. Spray birdseed with garlic oil and set up a bird feeder near your grapevines. Put the garlic oil-covered seeds in the bird feeder and check whether fewer birds infest your garden over time. Garlic oil's strong odor can also repel some insects. Bird distress calls or predatory animal noises can train birds to avoid a certain area. Search "irritating noises for birds" online and put a recording on the speakers to scare birds from your yard. Wind chimes can also repel birds, if you'd prefer a pleasant-sounding alternative. Ask your neighbors before setting up a tape—you want to drive away birds, not people. Draw menacing faces or predatory animals on your balloons to frighten animals away. Secure the balloons to posts around your garden, and move them every few days to mimic a live predator. If you don't mind a higher electricity bill, strobe lights can also repel birds. Lawn ornaments shaped like predatory animals can keep birds away. Look for ornaments shaped like owls, foxes, or snakes online or at your local garden center and set them up near your garden.  Move the lawn ornaments every few days to trick the birds into thinking they're alive If you cannot find any lawn ornaments, you can also cut outlines shaped like predatory animals out of black paper and secure them to a flat surface. Killing wild birds is illegal in most countries, and poisonous bird repellents could contaminate your grapes. Purchase a non-toxic repellent, preferably made from natural ingredients, and spray it as needed around your garden.  You can get non-toxic bird repellents online or at some nursery garden centers. Ask the store employee for advice on repellents that are safe to use near your garden. Check the bird repellent's directions...

TL;DR in English: Use bird repellents as a supplement to bags, tulle, or netting. Fill a bird feeder with garlic oil-laced seed. Set up a tape of irritating noises or wind chimes. Tie shiny Mylar balloons near your grapevines. Put up lawn ornaments of common bird predators. Spray a non-toxic bird repellent. Set up bird wire in your yard.
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If you only want to skip a few periods, say that you have a dentist or doctor's appointment, or that you need to miss school for a family commitment. Usually, you won't want to try to fake a parent's voice — the office isn't stupid — so it's usually best to come up with someone else to cover for you, then share. Older siblings and cousins might be up for calling you out of school, likewise friendly neighbors or a sibling of one of your friends. Make sure they keep the conversation brief and non-specific. It's best if you can actually have a real appointment or reason to miss school. You might consider telling your parent the orthodontist scheduled you an appointment when you really haven't got one, or that they need to call you out for an appointment with your coach to go over plays for the weekend's game. A call from your parents will seem more real, even if the appointment isn't. When you're making a fake appointment, it's best if you can keep it as vague and non-specific as you can to avoid causing suspicion. If you get your brother to call you in and say, "He's got a doctor's appointment this morning and he's not going to be able to make it in today," the office will be unlikely to question it.

TL;DR in English: Call yourself out for the entire day or a certain period. Make or fake an appointment. Be as general as possible.
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Depending on where you live you will have better luck with some grass varieties than others. Grasses fall into two basic categories: warm-season and cool-season.  Warm-season grasses will be able to survive a brutal summer and tend to do well in the southern states. Choose from varieties such as Bermuda, St. Augustine, and Kikuyu.  Cool-season grasses handle cold much better than warm-season grasses. They can tolerate freezing temperatures and some drought. Don't expect them to survive the heat or go longer than 4 weeks without water. Kentucky bluegrass is a popular cool-season grass. If you choose a warm-season grass, plant in late spring. If you choose a cold-season grass, plant in late summer or early fall. If you're going with sod, the time of year doesn't matter as much, though summer may still be too hot. Before you get started planting grass, you'll need to make sure your soil is in good condition. It's a good idea to test your soil. Soil testing will give you an idea of how much fertilizer to use, and what kind.  It is difficult to amend soil in an established lawn.  If you need to add fertilizer work it into the first 4-6 inches. This is a critical step. Soil preparation is the most important part of healthy lawn growth. Your goal is a soil that is loose, rich in organic matter, and able to hold moisture while draining well.  Clear the area of all weeds, rocks, and roots. Using a shovel dig up any large objects in the area where you'll be planting grass. Make sure you get rid of all weed roots.  You may have to use a chemical weed killer to get rid of weeds completely. If you must use chemicals, refer to the manufacturer for instructions on how much to use.  Till your soil either by hand or using a rototiller depending on the size of the area.  This is the perfect opportunity to mix any compost or other amendments to your soil.  Add gypsum to your soil to improve drainage. Now that you've cleared and tilled the area, it is ready for leveling. Use a garden rake and smooth out the entire area. Fill in...

TL;DR in English: Pick which grass is best for your climate. Know when to start. Test your soil. Prepare your soil. Level out the area.
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The skin should be as light as possible at the time of treatment. For this reason, many people choose to undergo laser treatment during winter. Apply sunscreen with at least an SPF 15 if you do need to spend time outdoors, and the area you wish to have hair removed by laser will be exposed to UVA/UVB rays. Shaving is fine, but these other hair removal techniques can reduce the effectiveness of the laser treatment. Also, the hair should not be bleached. This is usually a day or two before the appointment. The hair follicles should be visible, but it can be more painful if longer hair is present during the laser hair removal.  Leave it free of cosmetics, lotions and creams. If you apply deodorant, it will be removed prior to treatment.

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