Apply coat conditioner directly to the mat. Untangle the mat slowly. Be patient with your dog, and give him breaks if necessary. Use scissors sparingly. Reward your dog. Avoid shaving your double coated dog.

Pay attention to how your parents respond to LGBTQ issues in the news. Take note if they make homophobic remarks or talk negatively about issues like marriage equality and adoption. Getting a feel for their basic outlook can help you anticipate how they'd react if and when you come out to them.  When and if you do tell them, understand that your parents might feel shocked, sad, angry, guilty, or afraid. It can take some people more time to process news than others. Try to respect their emotional response, and have faith that their emotions can change over time. If your parents react angrily or if they don't have the reaction you wanted, try not to lose hope. Remember that they cannot define who you are, and you have the right to live your life as you want. In a perfect world, no one would have to live in the closet. However, your safety should be your number one concern. If one or both of your parents have ever threatened to harm you or any member of the LGBTQ community, consider holding off until you know you can come out safely. For instance, if you really need to be honest with them but are concerned about your safety, you could wait until you live on your own or are otherwise out of harm's way before sending them your letter. In addition to physical safety, take your financial well being into account when deciding how, when, and if you should come out. If you live at home or depend on your parents financially, it might be in your best interest to come out when you're financially independent. Ask yourself, “Do my parents make homophobic comments or otherwise indicate that they wouldn't accept me for who I am? Would they continue to let me live at home, or pay for my college? What are my options if they kicked me out of the house?” There are others who have gone through a similar process of coming out. If you are feeling frustrated, scared, alone, or confused, you can contact one of these organizations for advice, assistance, and support. Some useful national groups and organizations include:  PFLAG Queer...

TL;DR in English: Try to anticipate their reaction. Hold off if you think they'd cause physical harm. Wait until you're financially independent if necessary. Locate useful organizations and resources for support. Lean on your support system.
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After you get a job offer, it’s important to be clear about what your job will entail -- what the people hiring you expect, salary, and benefits. Think carefully about whether you want to accept the job. Do you have lingering questions about your duties? Ask them now rather than after you’ve accepted. Are you unsure about the commute? Do it at rush hour and think about whether you could take it every day for years. Congratulations! You’ve successfully landed a post-college job. Hopefully it’s in your field and you’re excited to begin. If it’s not your dream job (and it’s probably not) think about how long you will want to stay in the job, and what skills you hope to take away from this position. Get as much as you can out of the job you have. Even though you’re not looking for a job, you probably will be in the future. You also might want to explore what your options at your current job will be -- whether you will be able to move up or if that’s unlikely -- and networking will help. Meet with co-workers and people outside your job but in your field for coffee or lunch. You also might want to think about staying in touch with your college’s career center -- they will still help you as an alumnus, and might want you to help future job seekers in your field.

TL;DR in English: Discuss the specifics. Accept the position. Keep networking.
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When squabbles break out between toddlers, it's tempting to step in immediately. It's better, however, to give toddlers the chance to learn and grow. Let them try to resolve the conflict themselves. compassion, conviction, and consequences. If the toddlers cannot resolve the conflict themselves – as will often be the case – try to keep these three basic concepts in mind. Have compassion for what toddlers are experiencing and struggling with. Respect their convictions, but emphasize the fact that their actions have consequences. When toddlers continue to fight over toys, it's best to separate them and give them time to cool down. Do not allow them to continue snatching toys back and forth. Wait until everyone is calm, and then try to piece together what happened – not so much to determine who is “guilty” but to find an acceptable solution to the problem. To separate children, simply hold their hands firmly and lead them to separate areas. Ask them to stay put, and insist that they obey. Make sure everyone is calm before you allow them to leave their separate corners. If you cannot find a suitable solution, or if the toddlers involved are too upset to discuss the issue, remove the toy. Take it from them as gently and politely as possible, and then put it out of their reach. Ignore any shrieking or crying that results. When you step in to resolve arguments, you should give reasons for your actions. Allow toddlers to express themselves, and listen to them. Try to involve them in the decision-making process. In general, it's best to approach fights over toys with compassion and understanding. Let toddlers know that their feelings are valid. It's fine to say, “I know it makes you sad and angry to share this truck, and that's okay. It's fine to be sad and angry. But you need to be a good friend and let Johnny have a turn.” If one or more of the toddlers is very upset, you need to take time to calm that child down and validate his or her feelings before you attempt to teach a lesson about sharing. When children are...

TL;DR in English: Try not to get involved immediately. Remember the three “C”s: Control grabbing. Remove the object of dispute. Make decisions with (rather than for) toddlers. Validate toddlers' feelings. Deal with emotions before you try to teach a lesson. Refrain from taking sides. Resist the urge to label children. Enforce consequences. Praise toddlers when they comply.
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The most obvious signs of anger are often physical symptoms that emerge after the fact (like voice tone, language, and gestures). But with practice, you'll learn to recognize the warning signs of anger when you mentally check in on yourself.  Common signs of anger include angry/vengeful thoughts, muscle tension, headaches, or elevated heart rate. If you catch yourself speaking out loud (even when you're driving alone) about another driver, you may be experiencing elevated anger. By catching yourself as your anger first emerges, you can prevent that anger from turning into aggression or road rage. If you notice yourself feeling angry, it may be best to pull over (if it's safe to do so). Get off the highway or pull over to the shoulder of the road (again, only if it's safe to do this) and put your vehicle in park. Take a few minutes to collect your thoughts and calm yourself down before returning to the road.  Practice deep breathing or meditation to calm your mind and body after experiencing anger. Remember that driving while you're angry puts yourself and others at risk. Even if you're not yet experiencing full-blown road rage, your anger may cause you to drive recklessly and take unnecessary risks. . Using deep-breathing exercises can help you calm down and center yourself when you feel angry or tense. Deep breathing is quick and easy, and it can be done while you're driving or stationary.  Take a long, slow inhalation into your diaphragm over a five-second span. Make sure you're breathing into your diaphragm (below your ribs) and belly instead of just taking shallow breaths in your chest. Hold your breath for five seconds Exhale slowly over another five-second span. . A good way to relax when you start to experience road rage is to listen to soothing music (if you can do so without being distracted). Music can help you calm down and focus on getting to your destination safely.  Try keeping a few relaxing CDs in an easy to reach spot in your car, or keep your radio tuned to a station that plays calming...

TL;DR in English: Recognize your rising anger. Take time to calm down. Use deep-breathing techniques Listen to calming music Count until you calm down. Try using "hand yoga". Resist the urge to retaliate. Keep your distance.
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Use a generous amount of a commercial conditioner and massage it into the affected area. If a small mat isn't treated immediately, it can turn into a serious and painful problem. Coat conditioner helps to loosen the tangles so you can remove them more easily. Mats can be very hard, packed with dirt and hair, and can become jammed against your dog's skin. Even very small mats made of five or ten hairs can pull the skin under the dog’s arms and can cause infections from the transfer of bacteria around genital areas. Parasites like ticks and fleas also like to hide in mats, so you should always take care of them as soon as possible.  Try to untangle the mat manually with your fingers before you begin with the comb. Use the wide teeth of the comb first, holding the mat firmly in your fingers so you don't pull your dog's hair when you pull at the mat. Use the finer teeth of the comb once you have broken up most of the mat. This is a difficult process for your dog, as well, and if he moves or jerks while you are grooming him you might accidentally hurt him. If you are rough or impatient while grooming your dog, it can erode the trust between you. Remember that most dogs will try to chew out a hair tangle when it starts to bother them, so the area may already be quite sensitive before you begin. If you can't remove the tangle you may be able to cut it out with scissors. Put the comb in your dog's hair between the tangle and his skin, then cut the mat out with scissors. This will help you avoid cutting your dog. When you finish your grooming session, always reward your dog with a nice to treat to thank them for being patient. This will encourage them to look forward to the next grooming session. With proper grooming, shaving any breed of dog is rarely necessary, and should only be done on the advice of your vet or a trusted professional groomer. You should never shave your dog if you have one of the double-coated breeds, like Pomeranians, Shetland Sheepdogs, Siberian Huskies, Samoyeds. The outer coat on a double...

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Understand the difference between “beat,” “rhythm,” and “tempo. Group beats into measures. Look for the stressed beat.

While plants do provide some benefits like removing nitrates from the water, they are mostly decorative. With artificial plants, you will not have to worry about your turtle eating them or the plant dying. The substrate is the sand, gravel, or soil that covers the bottom of the tank. It is not necessary, and indeed will make cleaning the tank much harder. A simple painted bottom will do. However, if you are going to add rooted plants or want a more natural look, consider these substrates:  Fine sand – Use fine grained sand, like that for children’s sand boxes. It is great for softshell turtles that like to dig in it. However, many turtle owners find it hard to clean. Aquarium gravel – A poor plant substrate, its use is mostly ornamental. Be sure to use gravel that is large enough that your turtle can’t eat it. Fluorite – A porous clay gravel, fluorite is the best choice if you are going to add rooted plants to your tank. It will make the water muddy when you first add it. Several days of filtering should clear the water. Plants are not necessary, but some feel that a more natural environment makes for less stress on your baby turtle. Also, aquatic plants will help keep your tank clean by consuming pollutants and competing for the carbon dioxide that algae needs to grow. Just make sure you pick the right plants to match your turtle species:  Anacharis – Grows well in low light and inhibits algae growth. Good for mud/musk turtles. Plant-eating aquatic turtles like sliders, cooters, and painted turtles will destroy it. Java Fern – A hardy, low-light plant with tough leaves that turtles usually will not eat. Java Moss – A hardy, low-light moss that turtles usually don’t eat. Hornwort – A fine-leafed branching plant that grows in floating mats. It tolerates low light and grows quickly enough to survive alongside sliders, cooters, and painted turtles, though they will eat some of it. Red Ludwigia – A tough plant that turtles don’t eat, though they may uproot it from the substrate where it is planted. Requires...

TL;DR in English: Consider using artificial plants. Include a substrate if you are going to have live plants. Add plants to the aquarium. Create a good environment for your plants.
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First write out the pH equation. Next, identify the values you have by writing them directly below your equation. For example, if you know the pH is a value of 10.1, write it on the paper below the pH equation. Rearranging the equation will require a strong understanding of algebra. To calculate concentration from pH, you must understand that the inverse of log10 is "10 to the power of ..." Start by shifting the minus sign over from the log side to the pH side. Then raise 10 to the power of (each side). "10 to the power of" and log10 are inverses of each other and cancels out. For example, pH = -log10[H3O+] will mold into [H3O+] = 10-pH.  pH can then be filled in as 10.1 When working with inverse log, the calculator process is unique. Remember that log is a type of multiplication by 10. To enter your equation, key in 10. Next, hit the “EXP” exponent button. Key in the negative sign followed by the value. Hit solve. For example, take a pH value of 10.1. Key in “10” followed by “EXP.” Now key in “-/+” to have our value be negative. Finally, key in the pH of “10.1”. Hit solve. You should get about 7.943ᴇ-11, or 7.943*10-11. This means our concentration is 7.943*10-11 M. A neutral pH of 7 equates to a hydronium ion concentration of 10-7 M. A solution with a pH of 10.1 is basic, so it will have less hydronium ions than that. If we look at our answer, 7.943*10-11, we do indeed see that this number is way smaller than 10-7, so our answer does make sense.

TL;DR in English: Identify the known unknowns. Rearrange the equation. Solve the equation. Think about your answer.
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It's also crucial to have supportive people in your life to whom you can turn when things get tough. Whether it's a formal support group or a monthly dinner with a group of friends, finding these people can be a lifesaver when you need friends that you can trust. Know who will support you and be loving of you no matter what. If people are not supportive, don’t try to change them to find support. Instead, focus on spending time with people and talking to people who do support you. Feeling the effects of transphobia can be difficult, especially if you live in a small or unaccepting community. Look to see if there is an LGBT community near you. If not, join an online community. These people can become a sense of support, help you in difficult times, and give advice. Seek support online, especially if you live in an area without social support. Before anything else, it is important to find supportive friends, allies, family members, coworkers, and/or teachers. Many people will assume that it is a trans person's job to educate others about trans issues. However, allies can help you feel supported and can help educate those who make transphobic remarks. Ask your friends and allies to stick up for not only you, but other trans people. Have them stick up for trans rights and respect in the community and online. You don't have to deal with harassment, prejudice, and intolerance from professionals. Seek out doctors who have worked with trans patients before and who understand what's involved in your treatment. Find a supportive therapist who can help you sort through the emotions transphobia brings up. The important thing is that you feel safe to talk about anything comfortably. If you start to feel suicidal, get help immediately. Talk to someone you trust or call a suicide prevention hotline. get help and don’t feel like you have to go through these feelings alone. Call emergency services or go to the emergency department for immediate care. The Trans Lifeline is staffed by trans people for trans people in crisis. If...

TL;DR in English: Surround yourself with friends and family. Join a support community. Find allies. Look for supportive professionals. Get help if you feel suicidal.
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You can also fill the sink with water. Use a few cups of water or just enough water to scrub and clean the insoles. Put a few drops of liquid detergent in the water. You can also use liquid hand soap if you do not have detergent. You can also use a clean cloth to scrub the insoles. Gently scrub the insoles to remove dirt and stains. If the insoles are made of leather, use a cloth dipped in the water and soap to dab the insoles clean. Do not get the insoles too wet, as this could warp the leather. Once you have cleaned the insoles well, use a wet sponge or another clean cloth to remove any excess soap on the insoles. Put the insoles on a towel to dry overnight. You can also stack the insoles in a dish rack or clip them to a clothesline to dry them. Make sure the insoles are completely dry before you put them back in your shoes.

TL;DR in English: Fill a basin with warm water. Add soap or liquid detergent. Use a soft brush to scrub the insoles. Rinse the insoles. Let the insoles dry overnight.
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” These terms are also closely related.   “Beat” refers to an individual pulse of music. A beat can be either a sounded note or a period of silence called a rest. A beat can also be divided among multiple notes, or multiple beats can be assigned to a single note or rest. “Rhythm” refers to a series of beats or pulses. The rhythm is determined by how the notes and rests are arranged within a song. “Tempo” refers to how fast or slowly a song is played. The faster the tempo, the more beats are played per minute. “The Blue Danube Waltz” has a slow tempo, while “The Stars and Stripes Forever” has a fast tempo. Measures are groups of beats. Each measure has the same number of beats. The number of beats each measure has is indicated in written music with a time signature, which looks like a fraction without a line separating the numerator and denominator.   The top number indicates the number of beats per measure. This number is usually a 2, 3, or 4, but may be as high as 6 or higher. The bottom number indicates what kind of note gets a full beat. When the bottom number is a 4, a quarter note (looks like a filled oval with a line attached to it) gets a full beat. When the bottom number is a 2, a half note (looks like an open oval with a line attached to it) gets a full beat. When the bottom number is an 8, an eighth note (looks like a quarter note with a flag attached to it) gets a full beat. Rhythms are determined according to which beats in the measure are accented (stressed) and which beats are not (unstressed).   In most pieces of music, the first beat, or downbeat, is stressed. The remaining beats, or upbeats, are not stressed, although in a measure of four beats, the third beat may be stressed, but to a lesser degree than the downbeat. Stressed beats are also sometimes called strong beats, while unstressed beats are sometimes called weak beats. Some pieces of music stress beats other than the downbeat. This type of stressing is known as syncopation, and beats so stressed are called back beats .

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Focus on yourself first. Nurture an active social life. Look for common interests and values. Keep an open mind. Stay realistic.

Look for a machine in the station that will stamp or punch your ticket or pass once you insert it in. If you have both a ticket and reservation paperwork, you may need to validate each document separately. If this is the case, ask the train station kiosk operators for additional guidance.  If you forget to validate your ticket or pass, then you may get fined on the train. The ticket checker will look to see if your ticket is validated. You may also be required to purchase another ticket at a higher cost. If the machine is unable to validate your pass, then you’ll have to stand in line to speak with a station teller. When you are making your way to the station, double-check that you are headed to the right one in the city. Then, once you arrive, look at the posted departure and arrival screens to locate your track number. Head to your track and listen to any overhead announcements, as they may change your departure information.  You can expect departure information to be posted on the station boards about 30 minutes beforehand. Once you arrive at the train, it’s always a good idea to stop a ticket taker or fellow passenger and ask if the train is headed to your destination. You might say, “This is the train to Interlaken West, right?” If you’ve made a reservation for a particular seat, head to that compartment. You should see a reservation notice above your seat (or sometimes on the compartment’s door). If you do not have a reserved seat, search the compartments for one that is not reserved for your route and claim it. Once you’ve found a seat, store your bags in the overhead luggage racks.

TL;DR in English: Validate your tickets or rail pass before boarding. Get to the right station and track. Find the right seat if necessary.
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Also cut off the head. Grab one of the front legs by the muscle, and peel off the skin. This is similar in manner to removing a sock from a foot. If you're not going to use it, compost it, as with other parts that you won't eat. A quick, strong pull on the tail will usually suffice to get the white piece of fur off it, if it didn't come off with the rest (it usually doesn't). Then cut between the hind legs to expose the end of the small intestine. The organ meats are tasty, but can be quite "gamey" as well, depending on the animal's diet (for that matter, the whole animal is sometimes unpalatably gamey, but still edible).  (Keeping the liver, a real delicacy!) Remove the greenish gland embedded in the liver, making sure not to puncture it, so the bile doesn't taint the meat.

TL;DR in English: Cut off the lower half of each leg. Peel back the skin at the neck. Starting at the neck or just below the rib cage, cut through the belly as far as you can. Remove the guts, keeping the liver and kidneys, if desired.
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To manage ants outside and keep them from congregating near your house, get rid of potential food sources such as ripened fruit from fruit trees or any plants infested with aphids. Ants are attracted to plants with aphids because the aphids leave behind a sweet substance called honeydew on the plants, which ants love. Ants nest and forage in plants, grass, and mulch, so keep these materials at least a foot away from the foundation of your home. Trimming trees and bushes around your house will prevent ants from dropping from overhanging branches or accessing your house as easily. Gutters that are clogged and filled with leaves, dirt, and other debris make a nice cozy home for an ant colony. Cleaning your gutters will help keep ants from establishing colonies in these locations. Certain types of ants such as carpenter ants are attracted to decaying wood, and they can cause significant structural damage if they establish a presence. Getting rid of any wood that is water damaged, rotting, or decaying is a good step to control ants outside your home.  Keep firewood or other wood away from your house in the event that carpenter ants or ants attracted to decaying wood decide to make it their home. Storing the wood off the ground will also help protect it from ants. Using pressure-treated wood will also help prevent decay and deter ants. Don’t forget to remove stumps and fallen limbs on your property. To reduce the risk of an ant infestation, you should also repair any leaky pipes and roofs as soon as possible. Quickly replace wood that becomes waterlogged and rotted such as windowsills, door jambs, or decks. One of the most effective ways to control ants outside your home and prevent them from entering your house is to locate and eliminate the nest.  Look for mounds or ant hills in your yard and around the perimeter of your home. Ants also like to build nests under wood, stones, pavement, mulch, and gravel. You can find many types of outdoor insecticides and ant bait at home-improvement stores. These are often in...

TL;DR in English: Remove plants and pests that attract ants. Keep mulch, plants, and grass away from the foundation of your homes. Trim trees and bushes. Unclog gutters. Get rid of wood that is wet, rotted, or decaying. Repair leaks and wood rot quickly. Tackle the nest.
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Ask your partner what their name is and what roles have been their favorite. Talk about the kiss itself, how long it should last, and if it should be passionate or short and sweet. Breaking the awkward tension of kissing someone unfamiliar can help you get comfortable with the kiss. For example, you can tell a joke or make light of the situation. Laughing about the kiss can reduce the pressure and make you both more comfortable. If you have a boyfriend or girlfriend and feel like kissing someone else will feel unfaithful, discuss your concerns with them before it's time for the kiss. This way, you'll ease your anxiety and get reassurance from your partner.  Say something like, “Hey, John, I have to kiss someone in the next play. I feel weird about it, though.” Reassure your partner that this is just a part of your job and it has no romantic implications. If your partner is still uncomfortable with the situation, it may be helpful to address the jealousy. To help the scene seem less uncomfortable, identify with the character you are performing rather than yourself. Embody the role you are acting, and act as if it is that character doing the kissing, not you. It is helpful to practice your lines, research the role, and act out some other scenes.  Distancing yourself from the circumstance can help you deliver the kiss with confidence. When you do this, pay particular attention to the actor's motives. Are they trying to seduce a partner? Showcase their love? Then, communicate the character's emotions, thoughts, and motives through the scene.

TL;DR in English: Get to know your acting partner to break the ice. Talk it over with your romantic partner to eliminate any worries. Get into character before you kiss the other actor.
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In general, people who place a high value and confidence in themselves are able to give more of themselves to other people. This includes tending to mind and body, as well as your lifestyle, before trying to find someone to share it with.  Taking care of your body will make you feel more like yourself. Improving your appearance will also make you more physically attractive, making it easier to attract someone.  Shifting your expectations towards others is an important part of improving yourself. Make sure your expectations of another person are realistic before you try looking for someone. It won't get you anywhere if you're being demanding. You can't expect to find a soulmate if you're cloistered away. Although it's never recommended that you go out purely for the sake of finding a lifelong partner, your chances of meeting someone special are vastly higher if you make an effort to get out of the house and into the social scene. Get out with friends, and try to explore areas and situations you're not used to. The more you get out of your comfort zone, the more possibilities you'll be exposed to. First impressions mean a lot, but they don't mean everything. If you get a bad first impression from somebody, that doesn't necessarily mean the two of you will have bad chemistry once you get to know each other. Interests say a lot about someone. A great deal of someone's time and experience of life will be based around their interests, and motivated by their values. Finding a soulmate can also mean finding someone whose values are a close match to your own. Finding out about someone's interests can be done through casual conversation. Looking for someone with similar hobbies can help you find a soulmate much faster.  You can increase your chances of finding a soulmate if you frequent places that relate to your interests. For instance, if you love music, you should make a habit of going to as many shows as possible. You'll meet lots of interesting people that way, and the mere fact that the two of you are in the same...

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Wash 6 large Yukon Gold potatoes. Boil 6 large Yukon Gold potatoes. Peel the potatoes. Make the dressing. Combine the rest of the ingredients in a serving bowl. Chop the potatoes into medium-sized pieces. Mix the potatoes with the veggies and turkey. Add the dressing to the other ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for a few hours. Serve.

Throat lozenges or anesthetic sprays that contain local pain relievers may help relieve pain associated with tongue bumps. You can purchase throat lozenges and sprays many pharmacies and large retailers.  You can use throat lozenges or sprays every two to three hours. If you doctor or the packaging has other suggestions, follow these.  Keep the throat lozenge until your mouth it has completely dissolved. Don't chew it or swallow it whole, which may numb your throat and could make swallowing difficult. Gargle an antiseptic or anaesthetic mouthwash that contain benzydamine or chlorhexidine. These can treat infections and may also help relieve pain and swelling.  Benzydamine can help relieve pain.  Chlorhexidine can kill bacteria. Swish 15 mls of either mouthwash around your mouth for 15 to 20 seconds and then spit it out.

TL;DR in English: Use throat lozenges or sprays. Rinse with an antiseptic or anaesthetic mouthwash.
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When you are wrapping a cylinder gift using the twisting method, you will need more wrapping paper. Start by placing the gift on the wrapping paper and make sure you have enough paper to circle the gift. Leave a ½ inch of extra paper for overlap. For the ends of the gift, pull up the paper on either side and make sure that the paper fully covers the gift.  The measurement for the ends does not need to be perfect, just make sure that you have an even amount on either side. It is best to have extra paper that can later be cut off if needed. Place the gift in the center of the paper with the good side of the wrapping paper facing downwards. Make a tiny ¼ inch fold on one of edges of the long side of paper. Place a strip of double-sided tape along this fold. Then wrap the paper around the cylinder and seal with the tape. Make sure the the gift is situated in the center of the tube and adjust by sliding the gift with your fingers. Grab the excess paper at either end of the tube and gently twist. You can can do this one end at a time for a more precise twist. Place a piece of tape around the twisted part of the wrapping paper to hold it in place. Fluff out the excess paper at the end to make the gift look similar to a candy wrapper. This method works best for cylinder-shaped gifts that do not need to stand upright because the gift is meant to lay horizontally. In order to add some decoration and finishing touches, you can take a piece of ribbon and tie it around the twisted part of wrapping paper on either end. Tie the ribbon in a knot and leave some excess ribbon hanging loose.  Match the ribbon to the wrapping paper. Add a gift tag or card, if desired.

TL;DR in English: Measure and cut the paper. Wrap the paper around the cylinder. Twist the paper at both ends. Tie the ends with ribbon.
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Coconut oil contains three different fatty acids (caprylic, capric & lauric acids) that are fungicidal, which means they kill fungi such as Candida and other species. These fatty acids within coconut oil kill yeast by destroying their cell walls, so it's very unlikely and difficult for fungi to gain resistance against them.  Buy a good quality coconut oil (it's likely to be a solid instead of a liquid) and rub some it into your yeast infection 3x per day. You should see results (less redness and itching) within a week. Coconut oil is also a popular remedy for fighting systemic (internal) Candida yeast infections, although its taken orally in such situations. Coconut oil is also effective against bacterial skin infections and other kind of skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis, which can look similar to yeast/fungal skin infections. Application of tea tree oil, an extract of melaleuca alternifolia, can also be effective on yeast/fungal infections of the skin because it has strong antimicrobial properties and works well as a fungicide. Tea tree oil also boosts immunity, which can be helpful in preventing initial infections and re-infections of Candida and other fungi. Start with 2-3 drops of the tea tree oil on your skin infection, 3x daily for at least a couple of weeks and see how it works.  Tea tree oil has been a popular antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory for many years in Australia, but has become better known in the U.S. over the last decade or so. Tea tree oil can cause both skin irritation and allergic reactions in some people who are especially sensitive, but the prevalence is rare. As such, test a little on some healthy skin before applying it to your yeast infection. Oil of oregano contains a couple of different compounds (carvacrol and thymol) that are both strong fungicides. These compounds completely inhibit Candida and other fungi via dehydration — they dry out and eventually die. Oil of oregano is quite strong and can cause a burning sensation on skin, so make sure to dilute it with...

TL;DR in English: Use coconut oil as a natural fungicide. Try tea tree oil to treat and prevent an infection. Apply oil of oregano to dry out the yeast, which can kill it. Keep your immune system strong to help fight the infection.
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You can do basic edits with programs like Picasa and Instagram, but if you want to make your photos really look amazing, you should get a program specifically designed for serious editing. Adobe Photoshop is the industry standard for professional photo editing, but you don't need to pay for an Adobe subscription to do professional photo editing.  GIMP is a free and open-source photo editing program that has many of the same tools as Photoshop, and can be downloaded for free. After you get some photo editing software, you need some photos to edit.  If you have a digital camera, you can transfer photos to your computer using an SD card, or a USB thumb drive.  If you are using your mobile phone as your camera, you can save your photos to a cloud service such as iCloud, Google Photos, or DropBox, which can be accessed from a computer. It's a good idea to make sure the images you edit are high-resolution. Cropping a photo adds more focus on the subject in the photo by removing some of the excess background in the image.  Click the icon that resembles two right angles forming a square in the toolbar to the left.  Then click and drag a square around the subject of the image.  Drag the corners to adjust the light part of the image.  Click the center of the screen, or the checkmark icon to finalize your crop. When cropping a photo, you will see two horizontal and vertical lines that divide the image into thirds.  Align the image subject or other image elements with these lines to improve your image composition.  In photography, this is known as The Rule of Thirds. This is a common setting for any photo editor. It makes whites brighter and darks darker, making an image look more dramatic and clearer. Be careful, however: you lose a lot of minor details when you increase contrast.  To adjust the contrast in Photoshop, click the icon that resembles a sun that is half white and half black above the Layers panel to the right.  This adds a brightness and contrast adjustment layer to the photo.  Click the layer in the layers...

TL;DR in English: Get some photo editing software. Save your images to your computer. Crop your images. Change the contrast. Change the saturation. Adjust the colors. Adjust the levels. Use blurring and sharpening filters carefully. Use the brush and eraser tools. Use the Clone Stamp and Healing tools. Copy and paste parts of an image.
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Once they're done boiling, remove the potatoes from the hot water, drain them, and wait for them to cool. Peel the skin off the potatoes. It should slide off pretty easily. If you'd like to absorb the flavor of the skins in the salad, you can also just keep the skins on. Mix 4 tablespoon (59.1 ml). mustard and 4 tbsp. soy sauce together in a small bowl. Combine the ingredients for a thicker mixture. Place 3 diced bell peppers, 10 diced 10 medium-sized button mushrooms, 100 g. (3 oz.) diced drained semi-dried boiled peanuts in oil, 3 diced slices of smoked turkey, 1 small tin of peas, 1/2 of a diced red onion, and 1/2 of a diced green onion together in a bowl. Toss them together to combine the ingredients. Now that they've cooled off a bit, you can chop them into manageable pieces. Toss the ingredients again to combine them. Mix the dressing with the potatoes and other ingredients until they're all combined and you've made a rich, creamy salad. This will allow the ingredients to blend. Serve this salad with glazed chicken, green beans, or any other side or side dish.

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Wash your white hat. Wash your white hat in the dishwasher. Wash your white hat in the dishwasher. Wash your white hat in the dishwasher. Wash your white hat in the dishwasher. Wash your white hat in the dishwasher. Wash your white hat in the dishwasher. Wash your white hat in

Examine the hat. Check the material. Look for washing instructions. Go to a dry cleaner. Reconsider the dishwasher.

Bend both elbows and place both palms on your chest with your fingertips touching and forearms parallel to the ground. Challenge anyone to pull your hands apart by holding your wrist. Ask them to pull steadily and not to give a sudden jerk. It will be impossible to pull your arms apart.You could ask small children to follow your lead for a greater effect. Sit down in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Get 4 of your friends to put their hands together, interlocking their fingers, keeping their index fingers together but pointed outwards in the shape of a gun. Have 2 of your friends put their pointed fingers under your arms and the other 2 volunteers under your knees. Tell your friends to lift up at the same time. This trick works because your weight is spread out between the 4 of your friends. Even if they couldn’t lift you on their own, they can lift you together.

TL;DR in English: Get your friends to pull your hands apart from your chest. Get a group of friends to levitate you by working together.
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This is a common way that people express disapproval. Sometimes when people say something offensive, they’re hoping for a response. When you don’t give them what they want, they may register that they’ve offended you.  This is different than simply pretending they didn’t say something offensive. You must actively refrain from giving the response they want. If someone tells an offensive joke, refusing to laugh or smile shows that you don’t approve of their humor. If some asks you a question and uses a slur or offensive language, you can opt to not answer. Instead of simply not responding, you can respond directly to the offensive comment. Let the person know that if they want to converse with you, they’ll have to honor your boundaries. You can say, “I’m sorry, but I can’t continue this conversation if you’re going to use that language” or “I need you to use a different tone so that I can hear what you’re saying without taking offense.” This is important in order to not escalate the situation. Use a measured, casual tone when expressing your boundaries. You don’t want to come off as threatening.   Remember that you’re not telling them what they need to do; you’re telling them what your needs are in order for the conversation to continue. Even if someone has said something highly offensive, becoming visibly upset will not help the situation.

TL;DR in English: Refrain from responding. Set boundaries. Remain calm.
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It’s difficult to switch straight from a normal sun-driven schedule to one in which you’re sleeping while the rest of the world is awake. Doing this will likely just leave you completely sleep deprived, since you’ll force yourself to stay up all night and you won’t be able to sleep well during the day. Instead, gradually start staying up later each night and sleeping in later in the morning. Push the times back more and more, and in a week or so you won’t have as much trouble waking and sleeping when you want to.  The first night of training, stay up as late as you can without forcing yourself. Stay awake until you feel like you can’t keep your eyes open a moment longer, then go to sleep. Don’t set an alarm, and block the windows so you won’t wake up with the sun. Sleep as late as you can, then wake up and go about your day. The next night, try to stay up an hour later than you did the night before, and in the morning, sleep an extra hour. Continue this process until you’re falling asleep and rising when you want to. Staying up at night is a lot easier when you’re doing activities that keep your brain engaged. Watching shows or movies can be helpful, although many are known to fall asleep midway through an episode. Try something that keeps you active, like reading a book or playing video games. Some find that they feel more creative at night. Try working on an art project, making music, or writing an essay in the middle of the night. Try not to go to sleep until you’re at a good stopping point. You probably won’t even notice when the sun begins to rise. This is a sure way to get your blood rushing and make you feel more alert and awake instead of sleepy. Go for a night run or a brisk walk. The fresh air will wake you up, too. If you don’t want to go outside, do sets of crunches, situps or pullups in your house to keep yourself awake.  Taking a shower after you work out, preferably a cool one, will also help keep you from falling asleep. If you don’t like to exercise, just stick your head outside and take...

TL;DR in English: Train yourself gradually. Keep your mind occupied. Exercise at night. Eat a meal. Play music. Talk to other people who are awake. Shop at stores that are open all night. Use caffeine carefully.
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It will be highlighted in yellow to indicate that it is selected.  The timeline is the bar at the bottom that contains all audio and video clips in your project. It's the icon that resembles a speedometer above the previewer. ".  It's above the previewer at the top.  These buttons are located next to the pulldown menu above the previewer.  This will determine how much you slow down the audio. This will prevent the pitch from lowering as the audio slows down.

TL;DR in English: Click an audio clip in the timeline. Click the "speed" icon. Click the pulldown  next to "Speed: Click Slow in the pulldown menu. Click 10%, 25%, or 50%. Click the checkbox  next to "Preserve Pitch" (optional).
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Before you decide to wash a white hat, you should carefully examine it. Look at how the hat is stitched, at the headband, and at the brim. If the hat appears to be constructed of quality material, has durable stitching, and has a plastic brim, it is a good candidate for washing.  Do not attempt to wash a hat with a cardboard visor. Avoid washing a hat if it has loose or flimsy stitching. You will need to figure out what type of material the hat is made of. Look at the tag or printing inside the hat. It should tell you what material the hat is made out of, such as cotton, polyester, twill, or wool. These materials are all washable. The tag or printing inside your hat can tell you how you should wash the hat. These instructions can include what temperature of water to use, whether to hand or machine wash, and how you should dry your hat. It is important to follow these directions if you hat’s tag includes them. If you are unsure about whether or not you can safely wash your white hat at home, consider taking the hat to a dry cleaner. A dry cleaner can clean the hat for you, or provide you with suggestions about how you can launder the hat yourself. Washing a hat in the dishwasher can lead to damage. This is due to the high temperatures and washing intensity of the machine. For best results, you should wash your hat by hand or take it to a dry cleaner.

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Scoop the mixture. Roll the cake balls. Chill the cake balls.

Remember that you’re an adult, too. Dealing with older family members, such as your partner’s parents, can make you feel like a child again, but it shouldn’t. If you feel like you’re being harassed or judged negatively, it’s your right to stand up for yourself.  Being assertive doesn’t have to mean being disrespectful. You can stand up for yourself while still being respectful and kind. For instance, you can assertively say, "I know you don't understand my culture, but it's important for me and Henry to celebrate this holiday. I respect your beliefs, and I'd appreciate it if you did the same for me." If you’re having trouble with a particular person, try bringing up the issue with them yourself. Taking the initiative to solve the problem will show your maturity, and they may respect you more for speaking up. It’s much better to talk through problems when they happen than to let them go unaddressed for years. Say, "When you talk over me like that Josie, it makes me feel like I don't have a voice. I'd really appreciate it if you let me finish talking before sharing your opinion." If your partner’s family frequently offers you unsolicited advice or criticism, prepare a few noncommittal responses to redirect the conversation. Practice these responses before you need to use them. This will help you stay calm and collected in the moment.  If you’re talking to someone older, a good way to handle unsolicited advice is to respond politely with something like, “How interesting!” or “What a neat story!” For instance, if your partner’s mother tells you that you should feed your kids differently, ask her how she fed her children when they were growing up. Other good go-to responses include “That’s interesting, I’ll have to try it sometime” and “Thanks for the advice, but we’ve decided to do it this way.” If you really can’t resolve your conflicts with your partner’s family, the best course of action might be to limit your contact with them. Skipping family events may be the best way to maintain peace and avoid straining...

TL;DR in English: Be confident and assertive. Talk with your partner’s family. Deflect unwanted advice or comments. Consider limiting your contact with your partner’s family.
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If you experience difficulty sleeping, heavy breathing, loud snoring, or heavy drooling, you may have sleep apnea. Sleep apnea causes your breath to become shallow and thin during sleep.  Some behaviors and conditions can increase your risk of sleep apnea. These include smoking, high blood pressure, and people at high risk for heart failure or stroke. Your doctor can determine if you have sleep apnea by running various sleep monitoring tests and learning about your sleep history. Drooling is also a symptom of a blocked airway. Visit an ear, nose, and throat doctor to find out if a blocked airway is affecting your ability to breathe through your nose while sleeping. If you are overweight, you have a heightened chance of experiencing sleep apnea. More than half of the 12 million people in the U.S. that experience sleep apnea are overweight. Alter your diet and exercise regularly to reach a healthy weight and decrease your neck girth for easier breathing. Sleep apnea is treated a number of different ways in addition to weight loss recommendations. Those diagnosed with sleep apnea should avoid alcohol, sleeping pills, and sleep deprivation. Simple nasal sprays and saline solution rinses can help clear nasal passages as well. Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the first treatment that people who are suffering from sleep apnea undergo. CPAP outlines that patients must wear a mask that forces air through the nose and mouth while sleeping. The idea is to have the right amount of air pressure filtering through the air passages to prevent the upper airway tissues from collapsing as you sleep. These devices prevent the tongue from collapsing into the throat airway and can advance the lower jaw to open an airway further. People who have obstructive tissue such as a deviated septum, enlarged tonsils, or an over-sized tongue can be good candidates for various surgical procedures.   Somnoplasty uses radio frequency to constrict the soft palate at the back of the throat and open the airway....

TL;DR in English: Find out if you are experiencing sleep apnea. Find out if you are at risk for a blocked airway. Lose weight. Treat sleep apnea conservatively. Undergo mechanical therapy for sleep apnea. Use a mandibular advancement device. Resort to surgery.
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To start, it's important to first be able to identify both the direction the object is moving in and the direction from which force is being applied. Keep in mind that objects don't always move in line with the force being applied to them — for instance, if you pull a small wagon by its handle, you're applying a diagonal force (assuming you're taller than the wagon) to move it forward. In this section, however, we'll deal with situations in which the force and the object's displacement do have the same direction. For information on how to find the work when these things don't have the same direction, see below. To make this process easy to understand, let's follow along with an example problem. Say that a toy train car is being pulled directly forward by the train in front of it. In this case, both the force vector and the direction of the train's motion point the same way — forward. In the next few steps, we'll use this information to help find the work done on the object. The first variable we need for the work formula, D, or displacement, is usually easy to find. Displacement is simply the distance that the force has caused the object to move from its starting position. In academic problems, this information is usually either given to or is possible to deduce from other information in the problem. In the real world, all you have to do to find displacement is measure the distance the object travels.  Note that measures of distance must be in meters for the work formula. In our toy train example, let's say that we're finding the work performed on the train as it travels along the track. If it starts at a certain point and ends at a spot about 2 meters (6.6 ft) up the track, we can use 2 meters (6.6 ft) for our "D" value in the formula. Next, find the magnitude of the force being used to move the object. This is a measure of the "strength" of the force — the bigger its magnitude, the harder it pushes the object and the quicker it accelerates. If the force's magnitude isn't provided, it can be derived from the...

TL;DR in English: Find the direction of the force vector and the direction of motion. Find the displacement of your object. Find the force on the object. Multiply Force × Distance. Label your answer in joules.
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Take a look at the table of contents and any headings and summaries. Knowing what to expect in each particular section or chapter will help you understand the longer document as a whole. Before you dive into reading the entire text, skim some of the more important parts like the introduction or some of the appendices. Perhaps you could even read a summary of the text online before you begin reading or spend some time brainstorming what you already know about the topic. . In order to increase your comprehension and ability to retain the information contained in the long document you’re reading, you should attempt to take notes during your reading process. Jot down keywords, main ideas, and anything else you think is important.  Taking notes will also help you refresh your memory later when you’ve finished reading the entire thing. It’s much easier to go back over your notes rather than reading the whole text again. You can take notes on a separate page, in the margins of the document itself (if you own it), or simply choose to underline or highlight important passages. Choose whichever method works for you. Discuss the content of your long document with others as you read it. This will help solidify the information in your mind as you go. Consider discussing it with your friends, colleagues, teachers, or even try starting a book club so others can read along with you. Feel free to ask questions if you find something difficult to comprehend. Understanding the text is the most important part – otherwise you won’t remember it if you don’t understand it. It’s normal that reading something one time doesn’t make it stay in your brain forever. You may need to re-read it (or at least the important parts) from time to time to make sure you understand the text and retain it for the future. You can choose which parts to re-read based on the notes that you have taken that indicate which parts are the most important. Or you can re-read the parts that you find difficult to remember. Take some time while you’re reading to...

TL;DR in English: Pre-read. Take notes Talk to people about what you read. Re-read as needed. Visualize what you read.
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Use a cookie dough scooper to help you make even ball amounts, about 1 tablespoon (15 grams). To avoid multitasking, scoop the entire mixture and place the balls onto a flat surface (such as a baking sheet or counter top), lined with parchment paper. Use both palms of your hands and circle each ball in a circular motion, to allow any flat surfaces become evenly round. For the best results, it's recommended to refrigerate the cake balls for at least two hours. By doing this, any coating won't affect the prepared cake when dipping.

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Embrace prints. Wear chinos instead of jeans. Get some board shorts. Master the surfer hair. Accessorize with jewelry. Move your vibe from the beach to a formal occasion.

Outside labels are most frequently found on men’s suits. You must remove them with care so that you won’t damage your garment, but these labels are meant to be removed. Look for the best approach and point of entry to begin removal.  Jeans also frequently feature an outside tag, generally in the form of a tiny patch that features the brand logo. These are not meant to be removed, so you will need to take extra caution when doing it, but these can be removed using this method.  Another common example of an outside tag is one that you see sewn into an outside seam on a garment. Use tiny cuticle scissors to cut these off, since they are normally quite easy to get rid of. There will probably be a few stray threads embedded in your garment after you remove the label. Make sure the threads are totally loose before attempting to tweeze them out.

TL;DR in English: Examine your label. Pull the label away and use tweezers to pull out any remaining thread.
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Even before you pull your Brussels sprouts out of the freezer, you can begin heating up an oiled baking sheet. Pour a thin drizzle of olive oil over the surface of a large baking sheet, and put it in the oven to warm up as the oven heats. A pre-heated baking sheet—with pre-heated olive oil—will help your sprouts cook more rapidly once you stick them in the oven. Pull your sprouts out of the freezer and open the bag. Also pull out large mixing bowl. Pour the Brussels sprouts into the bowl. You may need to use a pair of household scissors to cut open the bag of sprouts if it won’t tear open. In order for frozen vegetables to roast properly, they need to be well-oiled. Pour a generous 1⁄4 cup (59 mL) or 1⁄2 cup (120 mL) over the Brussels sprouts. Once the sprouts have olive oil on them, sprinkle 1–3 teaspoons (4.9–14.8 mL) of salt over them. The amount of salt can vary based on how strong you want the taste of salt to be on the finished sprouts. Any type of salt is fine; you can suit your preference. Common types of salt used include kosher salt or coarse sea salt. Use your hands to toss and roll the Brussels sprouts in the olive oil and salt mixture. Make sure that the salt doesn’t stick together in clumps, but is evenly spread over the sprouts. Each of the frozen sprouts should be evenly coated with olive oil and salt.

TL;DR in English: Drizzle olive oil over your baking sheet. Pour your frozen Brussels sprouts into a mixing bowl. Pour olive oil over the sprouts. Add salt to the oiled sprouts. Toss the sprouts with the oil and salt.
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Coping saw blades are made of a thin, brittle metal and will snap easily when bent. Snapping off one end will allow the blade to fit into the lock.  Check the angle of the teeth. Break off the end of the blade which the blade teeth are angled away. If you don't have a coping saw blade handy you can try other items around your house. Give anything that is a long, thin, rigid, and cylindrical a shot. For example, you can try a barbeque skewer or a bicycle spoke if you have access to them. Usually, such methods have a very low probability of success, especially if the key is wedged deep in the lock. Wrap several inches on the unbroken end with several layers of duct tape. If the blade teeth still poke through the duct tape, simply add another layer or two. Use the spray nozzle and straw attachment and flood the cylinder with a coating of a lubricating silicone spray. Wipe up any excess spray that comes back out of the lock cylinder. Place the broken end of the coping saw blade into the lock cylinder with the teeth pointed upwards. Wiggle the handle end until the blade squeezes in next to the key. If you are trying to remove a car key that has teeth on both sides of the key, you can slide the saw blade in with the teeth up or down. If you're not having luck gripping one side of the key, turn the blade around and try the other. Twist the blade about a quarter turn toward the key, then pull the blade out and slightly toward the side away from the lock. Repeat this action several times until the blade successfully grips the key. If the key comes partially out, just grip the end with needle-nose pliers and finish removing the key the rest of the way.

TL;DR in English: Break off one end of a coping saw blade. Cover the other end of the blade with duct tape. Flush the lock with a spray lubricant. Slide the coping saw blade in the cylinder alongside the key. Turn the duct-taped blade handle and pull.
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Whether you want to recreate Katniss' "girl on fire" look that she wears when making her way to the Capitol or her burnt Mockingjay outfit, you first need to start with a dress. For both of these outfits, you want to find a black, dark gray, or navy dress. For the girl on fire ensemble, look for a simple, short black dress with a v-neck and thick straps. On the other hand, to copy the Mockingjay outfit, look for a long, sleeveless, navy dress with a v-neck.  If you don't have a little black dress in your closet, try shopping online at H&M or Forever 21. Both stores have black dresses for around $20. For the longer dress, look at prom or bridesmaid dresses. Since these tend to be expensive, consider renting from a site like Rent the Runway, Garment Exchange, or Style Lend. A lot of Katniss' more glittery looks require some creativity and DIY craft skills to recreate. For example, a number of her dresses are on fire, like the Capitol look. To mirror this, purchase red and orange clip-on LED lights and attach them to the hem of your dress. For the Mockingjay dress, look for angel wings online and then spray paint them blue to match your dress. Outside of her natural look, Katniss' makeup for her interviews and during events is usually striking - her eyes especially. Though a lot of it consists of blacks, dark grays, and silvers, she also uses golds and reds. You can use glitter eyeshadow and even embellish with glue-on sequins, rhinestones, and feathers. For her Capitol entrance look, try outlining and coloring in your lids with a smoky gray. After this, draw "wings" that extend past the corners of your eyes and fill them in with a sparkly gold. Finish with fake eyelashes if you want.

TL;DR in English: Find a dress. Craft your accessories. Wear bold eye-makeup.
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One staple of the male surfer look is the floral shirt.  This goes for a classic Hawaiian button up, but can also be a t-shirt with a bold floral pattern.  Start with this shirt and build from there. The print doesn’t have to be on your shirt.  Try opting for some printed slip-on sneakers. Jeans and the beach don’t match.  Instead of jeans, try wearing some khaki chinos.  Go for a lighter shade and consider experimenting with different beach colors like green and blue. For an added surfer look, roll the bottom of each leg a little over the ankle, as if you need to keep the edges dry while you’re walking along the beach. If you are on the beach, or even just styling on a hot day, a token element of the surfer style is board shorts.  These are banded at the top with a string to tie them together.  They come in those bold surfer prints.  They rest low on the hips and end above the knee. Shop some of the most popular surf brands like Quiksilver, Hurley, RVCA and O’Niell for the trendiest shorts. Male surfers often have longer and shaggier hair.  Consider growing yours out long enough to tousle.  You can also add hair product like Surfer Hair Power Putty to give your hairstyle the shaggy surfer look.  Apply a dime-sized amount to damp hair, scrunch it up and let it air dry.  If you have long hair, try a sea salt spray. Curly hair is great for a surfer look.  Consider enhancing the curls with a mousse for a slightly wet look. Some men don’t wear a lot of jewelry, but surfers do.  Finish off your look with some bracelets and a necklace.  Opt for woven fiber and maybe add some seashells, or a shark tooth necklace. Choose a colored suit, but it should not be too bright.  Try green or blue, or tan if the color is uncomfortable for you.  The bright color should come from the printed floral shirt you pair with the suit.  You can also throw some color and a casual beach vibe into your look by pairing some printed slip on shoes with your suit. For added floral fun put a tropical flower in your lapel or a printed pocket...

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Identify the x-axis. Find the point where the line crosses the x-axis. Write the ordered pair for the x-intercept.

Where is the firing coming from? To find out, use the minimap––it tells you where your opponents are even without the UAV. If you see a chunk of your teammates on the left side of the minimap, chances are the enemy is on the other side. Use this knowledge to your advantage and situate yourself to be in prime position to get the first shot. Much like driving you've got to pay attention to the entirety of your peripheral vision. Watch for dark corners and turns that would allow an enemy to get the jump on you. People don't look up. You can just shoot down on them. You should put a claymore on the stairs (or however you got up) so if they try to get revenge, they blow up.

TL;DR in English: Know what is going on around you. Scan the field. Get above the enemy.
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Most operating systems come with a software firewall that controls the data sent between your computer and the internet. If you have anti-virus software installed on your computer, it probably has its own firewall as well. There may also be a firewall on your router that you can adjust using your router's settings.  Check the settings of your computer and router to make sure these firewalls are enabled and are functioning properly. Typically, you'll find the firewall settings among your computer's security settings. You may be able to set a separate password to protect your firewall so that no one without the password can make any changes to it. Other systems prompt you for the password you've used to lock your computer, so make sure that password is a strong one. Many updates fix security flaws that were found in your operating system or any apps you've downloaded. These security flaws can be used by hackers and others to infiltrate your system and steal your data or install tracking software to monitor your activity. You can typically set up automatic updates for your computer and the apps that came with it. For apps that you installed on your own, you may be able to set up automatic updates or request a notification when an update is available. Each manufacturer is different. Most computers come equipped with anti-virus software. If yours doesn't, install it yourself and check for updates at least once a week. You typically can also set it to update automatically so you don't have to worry about it.  Run a virus scan at least once a week. You can set your antivirus software up to do this automatically. If you're installing anti-virus software on your computer yourself, go directly to the manufacturer's website to download it. Make sure you use a secure connection when you download it. If your computer becomes infected with spyware or malware, it can only use the privileges of the user that was logged in when the spyware or malware was downloaded. If you're logged in on an administrative account, the bug...

TL;DR in English: Set up a firewall on your home computer. Install operating system and app updates promptly. Maintain up-to-date virus protection. Set up a restricted user account for daily activities. Delete unnecessary software and features. Avoid giving out your data if at all possible. Password-protect all electronic devices. Re-evaluate your online security at least once a month.
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Mix well until evenly distributed. The bowl should be able to hold a minimum of 4 cups (1L), even though this capacity is nearly twice as much as needed to hold the ingredients at room temperature. The extra space will help prevent any overflow from escaping into the microwave as the mixture heats up. Set the microwave to 50-percent power and place the sugar mixture inside. Cook uncovered for 30 to 40 seconds, or until the sugar starts to melt.  The sugar should not be completely melted at this point. If you use molasses instead of sugar, note that the molasses should look notably thinner than it did before being heated. Place the ginger, garlic, and star anise in the hot mixture. Stir well until the new ingredients are evenly incorporated. Work carefully. The contents of the dish will be hot at this point and may cause a mild burn if they splash onto your bare skin. Return the bowl to the microwave and the mixture for another 10 to 20 seconds on medium (50-percent) power. After this second round, the sauce should look notably thin and there should no longer be any visible chunks of sugar remaining. There may, however, be individual granules of sugar floating around in the syrup. Remove the dish and stir it well using a spoon or whisk. Continue stirring until all of the sugar is completely dissolved.  All of the sugar should be dissolved. This includes both large clumps and any individual granules. If the sugar is not fully dissolved after you mix it for 60 to 90 seconds, return the dish to the microwave and cook it for another 10 to 20 seconds at medium power before stirring it again. Since the syrup never quite boils when you use a microwave, the finished kecap manis will not be as thick when prepared using this method. The taste will remain accurate, however, and the sauce will thicken slightly as it stands.

TL;DR in English: Combine the sugar, water, and soy sauce in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium power for 30 to 40 seconds. Add the seasonings. Microwave for another 10 to 20 seconds. Stir well.
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Books should be lined up vertically on a shelf, rather than stacked or set horizontally. Improper storage such as stacking can cause the binding to break down, resulting in the dissolution of the book’s structure. Books should be placed alongside similarly-sized books to prevent bowing. Placing large books alongside smaller books could, over time, encourage the top of the cover to sag outward, resulting in a curved, irregular appearance. If you have a wide array of sizes and shapes, group them according to size as much as possible, using thin metal bookends to corral each size. Spacing books loosely will allow them to lean, resulting in weak binding and warped covers. Books should fit snugly against each other, but should not be packed in tightly, as this, too, could damage the binding. Ideally, books should be spaced in such a way that they all stand upright, with enough wiggle room to allow a small finger to wedge between them.

TL;DR in English: Place books upright. Group according to size. Space books carefully.
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A coordinate graph has a y-axis and an x-axis. The x-axis is the horizontal line (the line that goes from left-to-right). The y-axis is the vertical line (the line that goes up and down). It is important to look at the x-axis when locating the x-intercept. The x-intercept is this point. If you are asked to find the x-intercept based on the graph, the point will likely be exact (for example, at point 4). Usually, however, you will have to estimate using this method (for example, the point is somewhere between 4 and 5). An ordered pair is written in the form (x,y){\displaystyle (x,y)} and gives you the coordinates for the point on the line.  The first number of the pair is the point where the line crosses the x-axis (the x-intercept). The second number for will always be 0, since a point on the x-axis will never have a value for y. For example, if a line crosses the x-axis at point 4, the ordered pair for the x-intercept is (4,0){\displaystyle (4,0)}.

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Try to live in a Christ-like way. Study your scriptures and pray each day. Understand that the Bible calls you to share your faith.

When you’re pairing a headband with a ponytail or braid, the look tends to be more casual. Look for a bohemian-inspired headband to coordinate with the more relaxed style, such as one that features artificial flowers or leaves. A woven or feathered headband also works well with a ponytail or braid.

TL;DR in English: Find a complimentary headband.
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Facebook requires profile pictures to appear square. They will display at 170x170 pixels on computer pages, and 128x128 pixels on smart phones. Before uploading your picture, you can play around with your favorite photo editing software to make sure that the photo can be cropped to this size and still look good. Photos that are too rich in color can actually make your portrait seem unnatural. Use your editing software to turn down the color saturation before you upload. If the picture is too dark, you can use a photo editing software program to increase the brightness. However, be careful not to overuse the brightness setting. If you push things too far, you will look washed out and unnatural. If your picture really is too dark, take another one in better lighting.

TL;DR in English: Crop your picture. Keep the color saturation low. Brighten your photo.
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When sight reading music, you will see whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, eighth notes, and sixteenth notes. These notes are characterized by differing duration, or the length of time the note is played. The whole note is the longest, and they get shorter respectively. For example, a sixteenth note is 1/16 of a whole note.  While you might think music and math have nothing in common, understanding the different types of music notes is as simple as understanding basic fractions. For example, a quarter note is 1/4 of a whole note. In other words, you can play 4 quarter notes in the time you would play 1 whole note (just as you can play 2 half notes in the time you would play 1 whole note). Each note has a different symbol. The parts of the symbols are the head, the round part of the note, the stem, the line that extends from the head, and the flag, the curved line coming off the stem, like a flag. A whole note is denoted by just an open note head, without any stem or flag. A half note has an open note head and a stem. A quarter note has a closed (filled in) head and a stem. An eighth note has a closed head, a stem, and one flag, whereas 2 together have a single bar joining them. A sixteenth note has a closed head, a stem, and 2 flags or 2 bars joining as many as 4 sixteenth notes. Time signatures appear on all pieces of sheet music, and they tell you the amount and type of notes in each measure. To put it simply, time signatures tell you the beats of each bar of the song you will be playing.  When it comes to sight reading, this is the very first thing you will note about a piece, so it's extremely important that you understand time signatures thoroughly. Practice different rhythm exercises to make yourself feel more comfortable working within different time signatures.  If the time signature is 4/4, that means that each measure contains four quarter notes. The top number refers to the number of beats per measure, and the bottom refers to the type of note being used to measure the beats (in this case,...

TL;DR in English: Understand the different types of notes. Familiarize yourself with time signatures. Memorize key signatures. Learn where each note falls on the staff. Practice your scales.
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Off the shoulder dresses come in a mini cut, where they hit high at your thighs. This style is ideal if you want to wear the dress to a summer event or in a hot climate where you want to show off your legs. A mini cut is also a good option if you want to show off a fun pair of sandals or flats with the dress. Off the shoulder midi dresses will hit below your knees. The maxi cut will sit just above your ankles. These styles are great if you want the option of wearing the dress in the fall or winter, as your legs will be covered. You may opt for this style if you plan to wear the dress to different events at different times of the year. A maxi off the shoulder dress can also be a good way to stay cool and breezy at a summer event without having to show a lot of your legs. Some off the shoulder dresses will have a simple, clean line that goes from shoulder to shoulder. The dress will show off your shoulders, your chest, and your upper back. This look may be ideal if you prefer a clean, easy style that you can dress up or down. For example, you may have a dress with a simple edge at the shoulders so it sits flush against your shoulders. Or you may go for a dress with a raw edge that is still simple and plain. This style has ruffles or lace that runs along the edges of the off the shoulder portion of the dress. You may go for this style if you want a little something extra on the dress for more of a statement look.  For example, you may get a dress with ruffles along the edge of the shoulders and the bottom of the dress. Or you may opt for a dress with lace trim on the shoulders for a romantic look. If you tend to wear dresses or tops with ruffles or lace trim, you may gravitate to an off the shoulder dress that has these details. Off the shoulder dresses will come in bold graphics and prints in bright colors, which may be great for a summer wedding. You may also opt for a dress in a more understated pattern in neutral colors like gray, white, or silver for a statement look for a formal event.  For example, you...

TL;DR in English: Go for a mini cut for a summertime option. Try a midi or maxi cut for a versatile option. Look for a dress with a plain off the shoulder cut for a classic look. Try a dress with ruffles or lace on the shoulders for a fun option. Choose a patterned fabric for a statement look. Go for a dress in a solid color for a neutral option. Pick a cut that suits your body type.
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While no one can be perfect all the time, if you want to be a good witness for Christ, you should try to embody his teachings as much as you can.  Avoid sinful behavior like lying, cheating, or jealousy. That way, when you do get a chance to witness to someone else, your behavior won't contradict your message. However, some of the most obvious qualities of a relationship with God show from deep within, not just in your actions.  In Galatians 5:22-23, the Bible says: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.” By embodying these qualities, you'll be a living witness of your relationship with God and the power He has to influence your life. Forgiveness is another trait that Christ taught, so do your best to forgive those who have wronged you. The best way to have a strong relationship with God is to read your Bible every day, and to pray to Him constantly. When you're reading the Bible, you can read it from start to finish, you can read guided devotionals to read a short lesson along with your Scripture, or you can even just open it to a random page and start reading. No matter what approach you choose, pray that God will give you the words you need to hear that day, and ask Him to guide you as you seek to share His message that day. Read the Bible, memorize scripture, pray for opportunities to share God's word with receptive hearts. In addition to helping you feel close to God, reading and memorizing the Bible can help you have more confidence when you're witnessing to others because you'll be able to answer their questions from a Biblical perspective. 1 Peter 3:15 says: "Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have." It can sometimes seem awkward or uncomfortable to talk to other people about their spiritual beliefs. You might not feel confident enough to be a good witness, or you might be afraid of pushing them away from God, being criticized, or losing a friend. In...

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Pull or crank the string to cock the bow. Load the crossbow with an arrow. Bring the bow to your shoulder. Aim your shot using the bow’s sight pin or scope. Fire your crossbow.

. Adults should drink 2–3 liters (0.53–0.79 US gal) (or roughly eight 8 oz glasses) of water per day, while children should drink 1–2 liters (0.26–0.53 US gal) (or roughly five 8 oz glasses). That is in addition to other drinks like tea or coffee. Water keeps bodies at the correct temperature and removes toxins.  Water also clears your skin, helps your kidneys, helps to control your appetite, and keeps you energized.  It also keeps you from drinking unhealthy beverages like soda and juice, which are high in calories. The body barely registers the intake of these unhealthy drinks and yet you still feel thirsty hundreds of calories later.  Drinking hot water (aka tea) can help stimulate your digestive system. Hot water also helps your body naturally detoxify itself. Make sure the water is comfortably hot and won't burn you. . A light, healthy breakfast is sufficient enough to reap the benefits of eating early. If it's comprised of lean protein and whole grains, then it will keep you from gorging at lunch. Research shows that breakfast-skippers actually eat more! So, to curb your appetite, don't skip the first meal of the day. Instead of two chocolate doughnuts and a coffee that's more cream than anything else, opt for eggs, fruit, and for a beverage like skimmed milk, fresh orange juice, or tea. The healthier and filling your breakfast is, the more energized you'll feel throughout the day. throughout the day. If half of your plate is vegetables and fruit, you're on the right track. Add in lean protein, low-fat dairy, and whole grains. Once a steady eating pattern has been established, your body will feel more comfortable. There may be a period of time when your body is wondering where the sugary foods went, but once you're over the hump, you'll feel better than ever.  Remember that not all fats are bad for you. Good fats can be found in fish like salmon and tuna, avocados, nuts, and olive oil. These are essential to a well-balanced diet. Make an effort to eat regularly timed meals throughout your day. However,...

TL;DR in English: Drink more water Eat breakfast Eat well Eat at the right times. Consider going meatless Limit simple sugars in your diet. Read food labels to make the healthiest choices. Talk to your doctor about incorporating supplements in your diet. Use intermittent fasting to control calories and boost endurance.
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Early on, discuss what is reasonable expectations of communication. If your spouse is incarcerated 5 hours away, it may not be reasonable to expect weekly visits. Think about how you can be there for your spouse while also being there for yourself. It's not realistic to drop your whole social life in order to be ready to accept a phone call.  You want to be supportive of your spouse, but be realistic, too. Think about what you can afford and how frequently you can connect. You may want to accept daily phone calls, but be mindful of the costs. You may also want to send packages and photos and money to your spouse, but don't go above and beyond your means. You may wish to prove to everyone that your marriage can last while your spouse is in prison, but don't punish yourself by waiting by the phone all day.   Being within your means also means being mindful of your time. If you cannot afford to take time off from work some weekends to visit your spouse, it's okay. It's okay to make compromises based on your availability, finances, and support. Your spouse will understand. Phone calls are generally 15 minutes, and there's a lot to say in a short amount of time. Throughout the day, write down things you want to discuss with your spouse, and bring this list to the phone. That way you can be prepared and cover the topics that are important to you. It can be difficult to maintain a marriage when you never see your spouse. See if you can commit to bi-weekly or monthly visits, if time and money will allow. It can be nice to have something to look forward to, and your spouse will look forward to it, too.

TL;DR in English: Discuss expectations. Communicate within your means. Keep a notebook near the phone. Arrange visits.
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Doing this will ensure your pan and food heat evenly, and prevent the likelihood of burnt cooking. It should take around 10 minutes for your pan to reach medium temperature. Cold food will ultimately stick to hot pans, causing burning and creating a mess. Let your food thaw in the refrigerator, but take it out for 1 to 2 hours before cooking so it can rise to room temperature. Don’t let raw food sit out for any longer than 2 hours, or you increase the risk of bacteria and food poisoning! Filling your pan up with more ingredients than it can hold leads to unbalanced temperatures and sticking. If you want to cook multiple ingredients in the same pan, stick to only 2 or 3 at a time, and space them out so they each have their own section in the pan.

TL;DR in English: Preheat your pan to medium heat before cooking. Thaw foods to room temperature before you cook. Don’t crowd the pan with ingredients.
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This group can be the same group that helped plan the program, or you might want to select a new group of people. They will be responsible for gathering all nominations, reading them, and then voting on who should receive awards. Make sure your selection committee is diverse. If your business is small, the boss might be the only one who will select the winner. Ideally, you shouldn’t announce the employee recognition program in an email or on your website. Instead, you should explain it at a team meeting. If you have a very large company with multiple offices, consider traveling around to the different offices to talk about the program. You can also send an email after the meetings, in case anyone missed the meeting. Also, staff might want something to refer back to. You can have fun with the award program by sponsoring a design contest to come up with logos or themes. You want your recognition award program to stand out from other company programs. Build recognition using consistent branding: print your logo on all communications, such as emails, memos, and letters. Your nomination process should be accessible and easy. Consider letting staff submit nominations using paper as well as online. The nomination form should ask for the name of the person being nominated and also provide space for the nominator to explain why.  You might need to offer information sessions on how to nominate someone. Ask someone who has written a successful nomination to talk about how they did it. Preferably, they can talk up the program. Remember to thank people for nominating a colleague for an award. If you don’t, then you won’t get the buy-in that you need. You also need to decide whether to share the nomination with the nominee or whether to keep it secret. For your program to succeed, you must constantly promote it. Put up flyers in common areas and send email reminders when the nomination deadline is approaching. Also include information in your employee manuals.

TL;DR in English: Create a nomination selection committee. Explain the program to your staff. Create a logo or design. Call for nominations. Continue to market the program.
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If you’re using a manual crossbow, place your foot into the stirrup located at the front of the bow, then pull the string toward the back of the device until it cocks. Make sure to keep the string as even as possible. For crank crossbows, attach your crank to the device if necessary, then simply turn the crank until the bow cocks. After cocking the bow, place a crossbow bolt or arrow into the barrel of the device and line the cock vane up with the barrel channel. For safety, load the arrow from the top of the device, keeping your hand away from the main chamber and the front of the bow at all times. Similar to a rifle, bring the crossbow up to your dominant shoulder and either push it into the pocket of your shoulder or let it sit on top of your shoulder. Then, place your non-dominant hand below the crossbow to steady it, making sure to keep your fingers away from the main chamber. Do not freehand your crossbow as it can lead to inaccurate and dangerous shots. Freehanding is when someone holds their crossbow in 1 hand and attempts to shoot it. If your crossbow has a scope, peer through it and line the aiming reticles up with your target. Make sure to check your scope’s user manual so you know what each reticle means. If your device does not have a specialty scope, line up your shot using the crossbow’s peep sight or other alignment device. When you’re ready to shoot, hold your crossbow steady and double check your scope or sight. Then, pull the trigger like you would on a gun. When the arrow releases, you’ll hear a slight pop from the trigger.

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Beware of common dispersal methods for bioterrorism agents. Keep up-to-date on emerging pathogen threats. Research bio-weapons. Report suspicious activities to the authorities. Stockpile supplies. Protect yourself in the event of an attack.

APA style dictates that you use a block quote based on the number of words. Count the words in your quote to determine if it has more than 40. If so, use a block quote.  On a word processor like Microsoft Word, you can highlight the quote and click “Word Count” under “Review” or “Proofing.” This will tell you how many words are in the quote. For example, if you are quoting a long paragraph from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, you should use a block quote. The signal phrase is a sentence that tells your reader that you are about to cite a quote. Put a comma or a colon at the end of this phrase. There are 3 common ways to introduce a block quote in APA style. You can:  State the author and the year in the text at the beginning of the sentence. For example, you might write, In Morgan’s 2013 study, he stated,  Name only the author in the text at the beginning of the sentence. In this case, you must put the year in parentheses next to the author’s name. For example, Morgan (2013) found that:  Avoid naming the author at the beginning of the sentence. For example, you might say, Some studies disagreed with these findings: Start the quote on a new line. Highlight the quote and press tab once. Alternatively, move the tabs on the ruler above the document over 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm). The entire quote must be indented. You do not need to use quotation marks for the quote. If you are citing multiple paragraphs, indent the first line of the quotation by an additional 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm). In APA style, your entire paper should be double-spaced, including your block-quotes. To double-space the quote, highlight the quote. Click on the paragraph formatting button, and choose “double” or “2.0” line spacing. Depending on how you introduced the quote, you may need to put the author, year, and page number of the quote. Separate these by commas, and put a "p." before the page number. Put this citation after the closing punctuation of the last sentence in the quote.  If you named the author and the year in the...

TL;DR in English: Use block quotes for quotations that are 40 words or longer. Introduce the quote with a signal phrase. Indent the quote 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) from the left margin. Make the quote double-spaced. Put the citation in parentheses at the end of the quote. Return to normal margins once the quote is finished.
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When you are planning any major trip, it's a good idea to take your travel personality into consideration. Are you a low-key anything goes type of person? Or do you like to have every aspect of your trip planned well in advance? When you are traveling to Fiji, you can tailor the trip to match your priorities.  Think about your financial situation when determining your travel style. You should determine at the outset whether you want to be a budget-minded traveler or whether you are seeking the ultimate luxury experience. When planning your trip, you should consider whether you are an adventurous or cautious traveler. Are you willing to be spontaneous? Are you an adrenaline junkie? These are things to take into account at the outset of planning. You don't have to plan every moment of your trip before you get there. But thinking about some potential activities can help make planning the logistics of your trip easier. For example, if you want to explore more than one island, you'll want to budget for additional travel.  If you have a specific reason for traveling to Fiji, you definitely want to plan a tentative agenda. Many people choose Fiji for a destination wedding. If that's the case, create a list of possible activities to give to your guests. If you are planning a family vacation, you will want to make sure that you choose a resort that has activities for the kids. You might even consider one that offers onsite childcare. Some people do get the opportunity to travel to Fiji for work. If you are fortunate enough to be attending a conference there, plan your stay to accommodate for both work and play. When planning a major trip, a budget is crucial if you are watching your finances. Before you travel, make a list of all possible expenditures. You will obviously want to start by accounting for the major expenses, such as airfare and lodging.   Include other travel expenses, such as how you will get to the airport. If you will be taking a taxi or shuttle, include that cost. If you drive, include the cost of...

TL;DR in English: Consider your travel style. Choose an agenda. List all of your travel expenses. Make a timeline. Find affordable options.
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When frozen, bacon can more or less be cooked in the same ways as when it isn't frozen: frying, baking, microwaving, etc. There is just one major difference: if the frozen bacon slices are stuck together, you need to separate them first. If you froze the slices separately or you can pry them apart easily, you're set. Simply cook the bacon as you normally would, allowing a little extra cooking time to compensate for the fact that they are frozen. Some meats take an extra 50% of their original cooking time to cook from frozen, but bacon slices are so thin that they'll usually only take an extra minute or two at most. Often, if you freeze a package of bacon, it will form a large solid block that can't easily be broken into individual slices. This is OK — you can still cook your bacon fairly quickly. Start by cooking the entire block with low heat to loosen up the slices. There are a few ways to do this:  The easiest is generally to put the frozen block into a frying pan and heat it over a burner set to "low." Turn it frequently to ensure even cooking. You can also put the block on a paper towel-lined plate and use your microwave's "defrost" setting. Don't use the oven to loosen up a block of frozen bacon. It's usually too much trouble to constantly transfer it in and out as you check it for doneness. The low heat will quickly start to soften the outer layers of the bacon block. As they soften, they'll become much easier to remove. Peel the individual pieces of bacon off as soon as you can do so. Lay them next to the block or in a separate dish. Use a set of tongs or another utensil here. You're using low heat, but it can still be enough to burn you. Once all the pieces are separated, they should be most of the way (if not completely) thawed, so you can cook them as normal.  Our guide to cooking bacon has detailed instructions on how to do this. In broad strokes, you should:  Turn the heat up to medium-low or medium. If you removed the bacon from the pan while it was defrosting, transfer it back in. Let the bacon...

TL;DR in English: See if you can separate the bacon into slices. If you can't separate the slices, heat the block on low. Peel pieces off as they loosen. Cook the separated pieces as normal.
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The apostrophe (" ' ") has a variety of uses for conveying the concept of possession. Be aware of the difference in using an apostrophe with singular or plural nouns. A singular noun will use the apostrophe before the "s" ('s), whereas the plural version of that noun will use the apostrophe after the "s" (s'). This use comes with several stipulations discussed below.  Be mindful of nouns that are always considered to be plural, such as children and people. Here you should use 's even though the nouns are plural. Also be aware of pronouns that are already possessive and do not require apostrophes, such as hers and its. (It's means it is or it has). Their is possessive without apostrophe or s, except as a predicate adjective, where it becomes theirs. Here is an example of an apostrophe used to show possession with a singular noun:The hamster's water tube needs to be refilled.  Here is an example of an apostrophe used for showing possession with a plural noun:In the pet store, the hamsters' bedding needed to be changed.  Here is an example of an apostrophe used for showing possession with a plural noun that doesn't end with "s":These children's test scores are the highest in the nation. Contractions are shortened combinations of two words. For example, cannot becomes can't, "it is" becomes "it's", you are becomes you're, and "they have" becomes they've. In every contraction, the apostrophe replaces the letters that are omitted from one or both words.  Be sure to use the possessive pronoun your and the contraction you're appropriately. It is a common mistake to interchange them. Here is an example of apostrophes used for a contraction of it is and a singular noun with possession, while correctly being omitted for possessive pronouns (hers, theirs, its):Friends of hers explained that it's her idea, not theirs, to refill the hamster's water tube and change its bedding. Single quotation marks, which look almost identical to apostrophes, are used to separate quotations from other quotations which surround them. Use...

TL;DR in English: Use the apostrophe together with the letter s to indicate possession. Use the apostrophe to combine two words to make a contraction. Use a single quotation mark within a regular quotation to indicate a quotation within a quotation. Don't use an apostrophe with an s to make a singular noun into a plural noun.
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One of the biggest challenges that would-be bio-terrorists face is finding a way to administer their biological agents in ways that preserve the lethality of the agents themselves. Many dangerous microbes are difficult to grow and cultivate, while still others are fragile and die when exposed to air or light. Know the most common delivery methods for bioterrorism agents (listed below) so that, in the event of an attack, you will be better prepared to protect yourself.  Food and water contamination: Certain bioterrorism agents can persist in food and water, especially if consumed unheated. Thoroughly cooking food and boiling water can help kill these pathogens. Animal transmission: Some animals, especially pests like mosquitoes and ticks, can be vectors for deadly diseases. Keeping pest-control agents (insecticides, etc.) is a smart choice to protect against this dispersal method. Person-to-person transmission: Diseases like smallpox spread extremely contagiously simply from person-to-person contact. In these cases, physically staying away from infected people (via quarantine, for instance) is the best move. Aerosol transmission: In perhaps the most dangerous method of transmission, a few bioterrorism agents (like anthrax) can be converted to a fine mist and spread through the air, where they can drift for miles and cause infection upon inhalation. In this case, closing windows and doors and using a proper gas mask can help prevent infection. Category C contains many emerging pathogens - that is, infectious diseases that have recently had an increased incidence in humans or otherwise are poised for such an increase. Keeping up-to-speed on the status of these types of diseases worldwide can allow you to be aware of likely bioterrorism agents before they're used.   Luckily, the website of the CDC's National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID) provides up-to-date information on the status of emerging diseases across the globe.  The CDC also provides a report called the Morbidity and...

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