Start early with piano Rock out on a guitar Consider picking up a classical instrument. Shake hands with a brass instrument. Don't forget about the woodwinds. Get rhythm by taking up percussion. Consider new music instruments. Check out this list.

Check your Firefox version to automatically update to the latest version. If you've already updated, download the Firefox Beta instead. The Beta includes in-progress bug fixes that have not yet made it to regular Firefox. Reverting to older versions of Firefox is not recommended. They may have security risks. . If you see popups and other ads on every web page, your computer is infected with malware. Even if there are no obvious signs, running an antivirus scan is recommended. Malicious software may have accessed your CPU. If you are on Windows, right-click the Firefox icon on your desktop. Select Properties, then the Compatibility tab. If the checkbox underneath Compatibility Mode is checked, uncheck it and restart Firefox. Hardware acceleration assigns your graphical processing unit some of the hard work, theoretically freeing up your CPU. This generally works as intended on Firefox, but it can backfire on certain websites or on computers with an older OS or graphics card. Try a day with hardware acceleration and a day without, to compare the effect:  Enter about:preferences#advanced in the Firefox address bar, or click the menu icon (three lines), then Preferences, then the Advanced tab. Check or uncheck "Use hardware acceleration when available." Restart Firefox. Your Flash player may use hardware acceleration even if Firefox has disabled it. Right-click on a Flash video and select Settings. Click the far left tab (Display) and check or uncheck "Enable hardware acceleration." Adjust this to match your Firefox setting. Some video hosts now use an HTML5 player instead of Flash. This should adjust correctly to your Firefox settings. WebGL is a similar hardware acceleration technology, mostly used for graphic-intensive uses like 3D browser games. It has been known to consume CPU cycles in the past, but these problems are rare in modern Firefox. You could try disabling it just in case:  Enter about:config in the address bar. As the warning says, you should not change any settings here without knowing what...

TL;DR in English: Change your Firefox version. Remove malware from your computer Disable Windows compatibility mode. Toggle hardware acceleration. Toggle hardware acceleration for Flash videos. Disable WebGL.
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This means learning to drive defensively and not take on a passive role when behind the wheel. In addition to traditional driver's education (which is usually a mandatory part of getting a license in the first place), you can take defensive driving courses and skill-enhancement courses if need be.  Part of learning to be a good driver is knowing the rules of the road. Don't overwhelm yourself with details on traffic laws, but do become familiar with major laws and regulations (such as right-of-way guidelines). Taking informal lessons from a friend or family member who is a safe, experienced driver can go a long way toward building your confidence, and won't cost you anything but some time and effort. Before going out on the open road, go to an open lot (such as a store parking lot on days when the business is closed) with a friend and just get used to the feeling of being behind the wheel. Once you feel comfortable enough, practice starting and stopping, turning, and signaling. If even the idea of driving slowly in an empty parking lot frightens you, begin by just sitting in the driver's seat of your car with the engine off. Eventually, start the car; over time, the basic aspects of driving won't seem so scary. These will work differently for different people, but could include things such as meditating, deep breathing, or praying. Find what works for you and do it on a daily basis. If you are naturally prone to panic attacks, this should be part of your daily routine already. If you have suffered a car accident, learning to keep calm when returning to driving is key to regaining self-confidence.  If you are in therapy for anxiety already, ask your therapist what you can do to calm yourself down in a situation where you are beginning to panic. Figuring out how to handle your anxiety before you go out on the road will be help your nerves immensely.  Keep in mind that it is rare for someone to have an accident while in the midst of a panic attack. A certain degree of anxiety can be relieved by knowing as much...

TL;DR in English: Learn to drive well. Practice self-calming techniques. Know your vehicle's safety features. Get a good night's sleep.
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Once you have met someone you’re interested in, the next step is to take the relationship up a notch. Start with some gentle flirting to get a sense for where your crush is at – if they aren’t interested, no big deal. At least now you know.  For some easy flirting, make eye contact, but hold the eye contact a little too long. Get physically close to your crush – if they don’t back up, they might be into you. If you've flirted with your crush, but you're still not sure if they're into you, just ask. Even if they say no, they're bound to be flattered that you're into them. And if they are into you, they'll be thankful that you were brave enough to make the first move.  If your crush is into you, it's time to introduce touch. A simple touch can tell you a lot about what your crush is feeling towards you and if you have chemistry together. If your crush is not into you, don't hold it against them. They can't help who they're attracted to. If you feel comfortable that your crush is also gay and also into you, then it’s time to make your move. Ask your crush to get coffee after school, or to hang out at your house and watch a movie. Start slow – you’re still getting to know each other.  If your crush turns you down, that’s okay. You may have misread the signs, or maybe they just got scared. Whatever the reason, it’s not the end of the world. Just because your crush isn’t into you romantically doesn’t mean you have to cut them out of your life. If you were friends before, go back to being friends. This is one of the hardest lessons to learn. You’ve gone through so much – you’ve found a fellow gay teen, you flirted and you successfully asked them out. But if it’s not working, don’t stay in the relationship. You’ll soon learn that the world is full of people just like you and one of them may be a better fit.  Don’t be scared of being alone – it won’t always be this way. But sometimes, being alone is better than being with the wrong person. Keep your chin up. Breakups are hard, but listening to music and letting...

TL;DR in English: Start flirting. Ask if you are not sure is someone is interested in you. Ask your crush out. Don’t date someone just because they are also gay.
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This includes flakes or freeze-dried foods. Some fish foods will be marketed as being for bettas but could still cause digestion problems because of indigestible fillers and a lack of moisture. These pellet foods absorb water and expand in the fish’s stomach to 2 or 3 times their original size. Some bettas will have bad reactions, potentially developing problems with constipation or bladder disorders. If dried foods are the only thing available, soak them in a glass of water for a few minutes before feeding them to your betta. This will expand the pellet to its full size before the betta digests it. Do not overfeed your betta and cut its portion if you notice abdominal bloating. You may want to switch to live foods if your betta is consistently bloated. Fish pellets or flake containers often say “Feed what your fish will eat in 5 minutes or until it stops eating.” This does not apply to betta fish. In the wild, their instinct is to eat as much as possible because they don’t know when their next meal is coming. Overfeeding can also lead harm the water quality and cause obesity.

TL;DR in English: Avoid overuse of dry food. Soak dried pellets. Don’t always follow the directions on food labels.
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. Piano is a common starter instrument because it's easy to really see the music. Common in many cultures and styles of music, piano or keyboard is an excellent choice if you want to learn an instrument, regardless of whether you're young or old. Piano variations you'll be able to add to your repertoire later might include:  Organ Accordion Synthesizer Harpsichord Harmonium . From classical to death metal, learning to play guitar opens all kinds of doors into new musics and styles. It's had an impact on pop culture more than probably any other instrument, and is a super-popular choice for first-timers everywhere. Pick up an acoustic guitar to stay mobile, or check out its electric cousin to get started bumming out your neighbors and playing heady licks. Once you've got guitar basics mastered, you could also add other instruments to your six-string canon:  Bass guitar Mandolin Banjo Harp Dulcimer One of the most viable careers in music performance revolves around playing classical strings, in orchestral, string-quartet, or other settings. The instruments of the chamber might be right for you if you've got an interest in classical sounds. While they may have a stuffy reputation, these are still commonly used in folk musics and other settings all around the world. The classical strings include:   Violin. This is generally seen as the "lead" instrument in the world of strings. It's got an excellent range, is easy to hold, and is sublimely expressive in a way that few other instruments can even try to be.  Viola. Somewhat larger than a violin, it's deeper and darker in tone than the violin. If you have longer arms, and larger hands, you might consider the viola rather than the violin.  Cello. The cello is much larger than the violin and viola, and must be played sitting down, with the instrument between your knees. It has a rich, deep tone akin to a male human voice, and while it can't reach the heights of a violin, it is immensely lyrical.  Double Bass. This is the lowest-sounding member of the violin family. In...

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Bring some water to a boil. Season the water with salt. Add the dried egg noodles. Boil the noodles until they're soft. Drain the noodles.

If the possum is using a structure to get to the plant, make the structure difficult to climb. Wrap galvanized iron sheets around posts and over beams of structures, such as pergolas. This will stop the possum from being able to grip the surface with its claws.  This also requires ensuring that there are no trees or shrubs next to the structure that allow the possum to ease itself down from. You can also use a plastic garbage can with the bottom cut off and a slit up the side. Put it around the trunk of a tree so that the possum is unable to climb up the tree.  You can wrap sheet metal around the trunk of the tree to make it difficult to climb.  You can also place thick netting around the trunk. The netting will catch the possum's feet and discourage them from climbing. If a possum is eating the new growth off a tree, you need to figure out how to block its access to the tree. Branches should be far enough away from fences and structures so that a possum can't jump to them. This, in combination with blocking access to climbing the trunk of the tree, will give you the best chance of saving your tree from being decimated.  The good news is that while possums can jump, they can't jump very far. An agile, young possum can jump approximately 2.5 meters from a fixed, stable base but less than 2 meters from a swaying tree branch. This means that trimming your trees so they are more than 2 meters from your garden fence or other structure should be sufficient. In particular, you should place netting over these plants while they are sending out new growth shoots or are bearing fruit. The netting will not keep possums out completely but they should make it difficult enough for the possums that much of the fruit will be saved. Also remove any fallen fruit below fruit trees or bushes. Fallen fruit will attract possums to the area, so keep it to a minimum if you can. This method only works if your garden is closed in with fencing, as it stops possums from climbing over the fence. It will take about one day of your time to...

TL;DR in English: Make it hard for possums to climb structures or plants. Trim trees that are being eaten. Put netting on fruit bushes and trees. Place a greased PVC pipe on top of your fence.
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This is a very personal business that thrives on interaction. Because most of your income will come from commissions, you will need to constantly find and add new customers. Referrals, first from friends and family, then other customers, are vitally important to bringing in new business. There are a number of ways to  promote your business beyond basic networking. Make sure you have a strong online presence on sites like LinkedIn and Google Plus, as well as service review sites like Angie’s List. You should also develop your own website, and look for ways to get your name into the community through newspaper articles and public forums. There will always be a market for people who want information on buying a home. As your company grows, you may want to hire additional brokers, loan officers or loan processors. With a bigger staff, you may need to hire human resource and payroll services. As you expand, make sure you keep track of your business’ and employees’ tax information. Make sure your workers fill out both the I-9 Form (for employment eligibility) and W-4 Form (for taxation). Keep all your employees' tax forms filed for easy reference. Granting mortgages is a complicated and expensive process, one you will want to get right. As your company grows it is important that you make sure your processes are covering all the necessary requirements for yourself, the bank, and your clients. This is something that is good to do regularly to ensure a quality process, rather than waiting until issues begin to arise.  Take a random sampling of your mortgage applications, and check to make sure that they have been filled out appropriately, that the information in them can be properly verified, and that they fulfill requirements for federal and state regulations as well as your business’ best practices. This needs to be a traceable and repeatable process, so you should have clearly defined steps for carrying out quality control. These steps should include written steps that detail what was reviewed and what the reviewer...

TL;DR in English: Market your business. Hire additional staff. Implement a quality control program. Open a new branch. Expand your niche.
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If you’re on any social media site, you already have a great resource for finding free local events. Depending on where you live, you may be able to find screenings of older movies, live music, mini festivals, and community events that you and your date can attend. While it might not be the latest films or your favorite bands, it will be a good time that costs you little or nothing.  Look for events sponsored by local businesses, schools, churches, or the city. Check your friend’s feeds for events that they’ve shared or are interested in attending. While tickets can be costly, most museums, zoos, and fairs offer free admission on certain days or during certain times. Oftentimes this information is available on their websites, but you may need to call to ask for details. You and your date could save mega bucks by going when the facility is free.  Even if you don’t think that your area has a museum, Google it just in case. Some cities have small facilities that can still be interesting. Make sure that you meet any requirements that are necessary to take advantage of the free day, such as printing out a special pass. Be mindful about parking during free times, as places can get busy. Most people know that the library has books that they can read for free, but did you also know that most also offer movies? While you’re there scoping out a great film for date night, check the events calendar because many libraries also offer community events. You might find a free local event while you’re checking out a film for date night.  Ask your librarian where they post upcoming events and notices. If they have a newsletter, take one or sign up for their email. Many libraries allow you to request or hold items for a short period, so you and your date can look up the movie you want and request it in advance. Check with your local bookstore, coffee house, or college campus to see when they might be offering poetry or book readings. If you can’t find one, talk to the owner of the local coffee shops or cafes about starting a...

TL;DR in English: Check social media events calendars. Ask your local museums, zoos, and fairs about free days. Visit your local library. Go to a poetry or book reading. Volunteer together.
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No matter how engaging you are, students will likely grow tired of purely listening. Try to encourage discussion and ask questions of the students frequently. In your lectures, try to keep them light-hearted and maybe try to crack a joke every so often. Do not be too uptight and formal with lecturing. These would be role models that students can identify to, such as relevant or local authors, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists.  If the students can see clearly how to structure their learning or careers in order to achieve what these people have, they will be much more inspired in their studies. Be sure the guest understands what the class is about so that it has some relation to the material. Tests and quizzes are an effective way to gauge the students' understanding level, but they can also add unnecessary stress. Students will respond better, and feel more comfortable, in discussions. It is also important to remember that tests do not necessarily gauge the understanding level of every student. Some students simply do not test well, even if they understand the material. Students can tell when a teacher does not care about the topic he or she is teaching. It is incredibly important to try maintaining an interest in your subject. Try to encourage the administration to allow you to have some wiggle room in creating your own curriculum. It is much ore difficult in public schools due to the common core, but try to fight for freedom in the classroom.

TL;DR in English: Avoid lecturing as your primary teaching technique. Invite people to your class that students can look up to. Do not over test the students. Be engaged with your own topics.
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Fill a deep saucepan with about two quarts (two liters) of water. Place the pan on the stove over medium-high heat. Once the pot has large bubbles rising rapidly to the surface, the water is boiling. For more flavorful noodles, use chicken broth instead of water. Pour a tablespoon of salt into the boiling water and stir it with a long spoon. Continue stirring until all of the salt has dissolved into the water. If you're using chicken broth, don't add salt. Chicken broth has a high sodium content. These noodles can be found in the pasta section of your local grocery store. However, egg noodles are not the same as pasta. These noodles are made from a mixture of wheat or rice flour and eggs, while pasta is made from semolina dough. You can substitute pasta or other noodles for this dish. However, the flavor of the dish will change dramatically. Let the noodles sit in the hot water for six to eight minutes, or until they're soft and flexible. If you want to test the noodles, use tongs to pull a noodle out of the water and let it cool on a paper towel. Eat the noodle to see if it's ready. Avoid overcooking the noodles. They will become mushy and flavorless. As soon as the noodles are ready, remove the saucepan from the heat. Place a sturdy metal or plastic colander in your sink. Pour the noodles and water into the colander, allowing the water to drain away. Once the noodles have drained, immediately place them in the serving dish.

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Avoid saying things like “cheer up.” This is one of the worst things you can say to someone who is upset, especially if she's struggling with depression or anxiety. When you say this you're telling your friend not to be sad. Telling someone to "cheer up" is putting focus on you more than your friend. You're saying that your feelings of discomfort about her unhappiness is more important than her unhappiness. And that is something a friend should never do. It's important to experience emotions, even when they are unpleasant. Don't tell someone how to feel; everyone is entitled to feeling and expressing emotions. Sometimes it can be hard to know what to say when confronted with a friend who is in pain. Don't avoid your friend because you feel awkward about talking about her problem. Instead, focus on what you can say that is supportive. Often you don't need to say anything other than "I'm so sorry. I'm here for you if you need anything." Don’t make her pain all about you. This is a mistake that a lot of people make! You think that you're relating to your friend and her problems, but instead you're turning it into a you-fest.  You can relate to your friend, but make sure that it doesn’t turn into you telling lots of stories how you went through something similar and that you're just fine now. For example, don't say: "I know what it feels like to be broken up with. Remember when Jordan dumped me in front of everyone? I was feeling so awful about it all the time, but I also got over it. I've been doing really well about the break-up lately." Instead, consider saying something like this: "I know that it really hurts right now. I can promise that you'll feel better later, but right now you're going to feel really unhappy. I'm here for you in whatever you need." Often people don't want you to offer them solutions, especially when they're venting about a situation. What many people want is to feel like they've been heard and that someone knows what they've going through.  For example, don't say: "I know your cat just...

TL;DR in English: Allow your friend to be sad. Resist avoiding your friend. Keep the focus on your friend. Avoid offering solutions unless they ask for them.
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Put 9 tablespoons (125 g) of softened unsalted butter into a small bowl. Chop the leaves from 3 to 4 sprigs of fresh thyme and 1 sprig of fresh rosemary. Add these to the butter along with 2 tablespoons (7.5 g) of freshly chopped parsley leaves, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir to completely combine the ingredients. Get out a 4 to 5 pound (1.8 to 2.2 kg) turkey crown and use your fingers to pull up the skin of the turkey away from the flesh. Scoop the herb butter underneath the skin and rub it evenly between the skin and the flesh. Set the turkey crown in a roasting pan so the skin side is facing up. Turn the heat down to 350 °F (177 °C) and cook the turkey crown until juices run clear when you poke it with a knife. This should take 1 1/2 hours. To tell if the turkey has finished cooking, insert an instant-read meat thermometer into the thickest part. If it hasn't reached 170 °F (77 °C), return it to the oven to cook for 30 more minutes before checking the temperature again. If it's reached 170 °F (77 °C), cover it loosely with aluminum foil and let it rest for 30 minutes. The turkey crown will finish cooking and the juices will redistribute within the meat. Set the turkey crown on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to slice it for serving. Serve the hot turkey crown with pan gravy, rolls, roasted sweet potatoes, and steamed vegetables. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days.

TL;DR in English: Preheat the oven to 390 °F (199 °C) and mix together an herb butter. Rub the herb butter under the skin of the turkey crown. Roast it for 15 minutes, reduce the heat, and cook it for 1 1/2 hours. See if the temperature is at 170 °F (77 °C). Rest the turkey for 30 minutes. Serve the herb butter turkey crown.
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In North America, the most common types of dangerous house spiders are the black widow and the brown recluse, but learn the types of venomous spiders in your area and how to distinguish them from harmless house spiders.  Female black widows have shiny black coloring, with a distinctive red hourglass-shaped pattern on their underside. Males have a mixture of whitish dots on the upper abdomen, are typically about half the size of female spiders, and are not as dangerous as the female. The brown recluse is a small sandy-brown spider with a violin-shaped body found primarily in the Midwest and South. They typically reside in tight, out-of-the-way spaces.  In Australia, the redback spider is a common and dangerous spider that ends up in people's houses. Other spiders to watch out for might include the hobo spider and the wolf spider.

TL;DR in English: Learn the common types of dangerous spiders.
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Matte fabrics will usually work better than shiny fabrics. If you have shorter legs, match the color of the leggings to the booties (such as black leggings and black booties). This will make your legs appear longer. Pair leggings with a loose-fitting blouse or tunic. If you'd something more streamlined, wear a wide belt around your waist. This will cinch the tunic/blouse in. This is great for those warm, summer days when you decide to pair booties with shorts. Wearing socks is a must; they will help soak up sweat and prevent foot odor. Put on a pair of long, bulky socks, then bunch them down. If you are wearing skinny jeans, make sure that the socks are over the jeans, not under. Try a pair of solid-colored socks with an interesting texture. Let the sock extend 1 to 2 inches (2.54 to 5.08 centimeters) above the cuff of the bootie. If you are wearing skinny jeans, consider tucking them into the socks. This can also be paired with ankle and boyfriend jeans. The sock will cover that gap of skin between the boot and pant cuff for an interesting pop o color and texture. Try to choose a pair of tights with an interesting texture to them. Also, if your legs are shorter, try to match the tights to your booties (such as black tights and black booties). This will make your legs look longer. You can also wear socks over the tights as well, but try to keep the colors similar. For example, pair black tights, with light brown textured socks, and brown booties.

TL;DR in English: Wear leggings tucked into booties. Wear booties with below-the-ankle socks if you don't want any sock showing. Try the bunched look with longer socks. Try a pair of above-the-ankle socks if you'd like a hint of color and texture. Wear tights underneath shorts, skirts, and shorter dresses if the weather is cooler.
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To check the ignition spark, find the plug on the engine. Make sure the kill switch near the moped’s handlebars is off before you do this. Try to start the moped. If the engine works, you should see a spark inside of it. Your finger would pop off if you held it over the hole.  If the spark plug looks dirty, try a new one. If the engine won’t start at all, you may need a new battery. Open the fuel tank. If the gas has been sitting in there for at least a month, water will gather at the bottom of the tank. Unscrew the drain screw on the carburetor or undo the hose so that the water comes out. Catch any gas in a container. Use compressed air to blow debris out of the carburetor. If you’re sure there’s a spark, gas infusion, and air moving through the moped, try pressing the choke. It’s the small black rod sticking out of the carburetor. Press it and try to start the engine. If it sounds like it is trying to start, open the throttle, which may be operated by turning the right handlebar towards you. Try starting the engine a few times while doing this.

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Put the party favors in the piñata first. Push a 10 ft (3.0 m) piece of rope through the loop on the piñata's top. Choose a low-hanging location with plenty of open space around it. Throw the loose end of the rope over the branch, hoop, or porch beam. Secure the loose end of the rope until it’s time to play the game. Untie the loose end of the rope and lower the piñata to start the game.

Applications like Avast!, Kaspersky, and Bitdefender are great for detecting the common Pageset malware. Using your antivirus program, do a full-system scan to check for any files corrupted or infected by Pageset. After it’s done and the results are displayed, select all the detected threats, and click on the “Remove” or “Delete” button to permanently rid your computer of harmful files and items infected by Pageset (Trojan files). This would be such things like the default home page and search engine settings.

TL;DR in English: Open any antivirus program you have installed on your computer. Do a full-system scan. Wait for the antivirus program to finish scanning. Change back the settings on your web browser that were affected.
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The ratio simply represents the relationship between two quantities. "5 apples to 3 pears" is the same as "3 pears to 5 apples." Therefore, 5 apples/ 3 pears = 3 pears/ 5 apples. For example, the probability of rolling a 2 on a die is 1/6, or one out of six. Note: if you're using a ratio to denote probability, then the order of quantities does matter. Though you may be used to simplifying numbers whenever you can, it can benefit you to scale a ratio up. For example, if you know that you'll need 2 cups of water for every 1 cup of pasta you boil (2 cups water/1 cup pasta), but you want to boil 2 cups of pasta, then you'll need to scale up the ratio to know how much water to use. To scale up a ratio, simply multiply the top and bottom by the same number. 2 cups water/ 1 cup pasta * 2/ 2 = 4 cups water/ 2 cups pasta. You'll need 4 cups of water to boil 2 cups of pasta.

TL;DR in English: The order of the quantities doesn't matter. A ratio can also be used to describe probability. You can scale a ratio up as well as down.
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Do you live in a state that gets frequent hurricanes, like Florida, Georgia, or the Carolinas? Agencies like the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) advise you to be ready before the start of hurricane season, i.e. June 1. Your preparations should include a “Family Disaster Plan” and an “Emergency Disaster Supply Kit” that's easy for the family to locate in a hurry.  A family disaster plan outlines what you will do in an emergency. Plan out your emergency evacuation routes, for example, and try to have several in case a favored one is unusable. Agree on where to meet if you get separated. Do drills to teach family members how to turn off water, gas, and electricity. Make sure even the youngest knows how to call emergency services. A disaster kit is something to have ready at a moment's notice. It should have the basic things you'll need to survive on your own for at least 72 hours, like food, water, a first aid kit, and lights. Once winds reach tropical force, preparation is impossible, and you will have to focus on survival. A generator will ensure that you have electricity after a storm abates, until the power returns. Store it in a secure place away from rain and rising water. Know how to use it correctly, and pay special attention to proper ventilation.  Always make sure a generator is grounded and in a dry area. Never plug a portable generator into a regular outlet or hook it directly to your home's wiring, as it can back-feed into the power lines. To reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, always run generators outside and away from doors and windows. Ask for a demonstration from the retailer if you're unsure how to use it. Generators require regular maintenance and tests. Be sure to follow the instructions to avoid discovering it doesn't work when you need it most. You will almost certainly lose electricity during a major hurricane and will not have access to communications or light. Consider having battery or kinetic...

TL;DR in English: Be ready if you live in a hurricane-prone area. Consider buying a generator. Buy self-powered radios and flashlights. Add a “safe room” to your house if you can. Secure your property well in advance. Reinforce your home during a watch or warning. Stock up on food and water.
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It is important to ensure that you understand what the speaker is trying to express. One way to ensure that you are on the same page as someone else is to ask questions. This may help you to avoid conflicts due to misunderstandings.  You can use questions to help you understand something that a coworker has just said to you. For example, if your coworker has just explained a task to you, then you could say, "So, I think you're saying _____. Is that right?" If you are not on the same page, then your coworker can clarify his or her meaning for you. You can also practice empathetic listening to maintain good work relationships with your coworkers, such as by echoing what the speaker says.  For example, if a coworker says, "I'm having a terrible day," then you might say, "You're having a terrible day? What's going on?" By asking a question, you are demonstrating to the speaker that you have heard him or her and that you would like to know more. Good communication is essential to working well in a team environment. You need to be able to talk about what you need from your coworkers, as well as discuss the progress of community projects regularly to figure out what you've accomplished already and what you still need to accomplish.  You can't be passive-aggressive when working with others in a team environment. Passive-aggressiveness just leads to people being upset. Confront problems head-on as they arise in a professional manner. For example, if you don't like the way something was done, the passive-aggressive response would be to make a slightly condescending comment or to go back and do it the way you wanted it in the first place. The professional approach would be to discuss why you think another way is better, and then defer to your peers if your idea is rejected. Reliability is one of the main components of being a good team member. If you don't follow through with your work, you're dragging the rest of the team down. Plus, you're team members won't trust you with any work in the future, and your performance...

TL;DR in English: Ask questions and seek to understand. Provide updates regularly. Do what you say you're going to do. Find your niche. Be willing to do the dirty work. Don't criticize a method just to criticize it.
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Use scissors to cut a hole through the piñata's opening, which is usually on the back and covered by a sticker. Then, insert candy, toys, or other small prizes into the piñata by pushing the items through the hole. Some examples of treats and toys you can use are gummies, hard candies, plastic rings, and tiny candy bars. Find the loop attached to the top of the piñata and thread the end of a piece of rope through the loop. Then, tie the rope in a double knot to secure it to the piñata. Low-hanging tree branches are good options, or you can hang the piñata from a basketball hoop or patio beam. Make sure you choose something sturdy! For example, if you're hanging the piñata from a tree, choose one of the main branches and make sure there are no rotten spots. Make sure the location has plenty of open space around it so the kids have ample room to swing the bat or stick at the piñata. The piñata should be on one side of the branch and the loose end of the rope should be on the other. Pull the end of the rope to lift the piñata off the ground so that it's out of the children’s reach. Tie the dangling loose end of the rope to something sturdy, such as a nearby pole or tree. Be sure to tie the knot loosely, since you'll soon need to untie it! Additionally, make sure the rope isn't in the way of your party goers. Take control of the other end of the rope and lower it so the blindfolded players can reach it with their bats. You can also lower and raise the piñata with the rope to change things up and challenge the partygoers! Make sure the blindfolded child doesn’t hit other children with the stick by accident!

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Determine how to approach your loved one. Remind them of the harm smoking causes. Encourage longevity through human connection. Offer your support. Come up with a plan of action with them.

Although Emma is sometimes seen without earrings, she’s also been seen wearing multiple earrings for effect.  Her jewelry is classic and understated, as with her makeup. Go for small black circles in the ears. If going out, perhaps teardrop amber pendants are a good idea. Pearls or small silver hoops are good earring choices if you want to look like Emma. Sometimes, she’s been seen wearing only one dramatic earring with the other ear free of jewelry. You won’t see her wearing necklaces much. She has also said she doesn't like wearing nail polish. Emma is often seen in black, especially when she’s dressing up. She is almost never seen in patterns or anything that’s too revealing or too clingy.  Think classic and elegant with monochrome colors. If you don’t choose black, go for gray, white or red, as those are also colors she favors. She is often seen on the red carpet in all white outfits.  Frilly, lacy frocks or overly short won’t capture her look. Think simple. A long caramel skirt with silk black blouse. A white pants suit.  A black blazer. Emma loves to wear tailored suits. You will see her in both black and white pantsuits.  She’s a fan of jackets and blazers, which she might pair with a buttoned-down shirt. It’s sort of a business look but in an elegant, feminine way. She doesn’t wear menswear in a way that it looks like menswear though. Think Katharine Hepburn if you want a sense of Emma’s style. One magazine described this look of Emma’s as being a wardrobe of “own-it-forever” pieces. That’s how one magazine described Emma’s look at times. It’s never too fuzzy, and it’s sometimes very relaxed.  For example, Emma has been seen wearing a headband across her forehead or flowers in her brown hair.  Above all, have the courage to be yourself, and always show confidence about who you are. Emma has pointed out her imperfections (which seem small to everyone else) in interviews. She has said she’s not stick thin and doesn’t regard her teeth as perfect. However, she also has said she doesn’t want to look like...

TL;DR in English: Pierce your ears. Wear black a lot. Go for the tailored look. Get a boho vibe.
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Cancelling your Weight Watchers membership by email isn’t as simple as just sending an email, unfortunately. You still have to fill out an online form which you can find here. You will be asked to enter your account information like your name, email address, and address.  Weight Watchers says that the cancelling process via email will typically take 72 hours to go into effect. Look for a confirmation email detailing your cancellation. If you do not receive an confirmation email within one week of filling out the form, you may have to submit another request. You can call 800-651-6000 to cancel.  For the quickest results, don’t waste time by waiting for prompts.  To get a human as fast as possible, press “4” for existing members. Then press “5” followed by “2” to skip the survey and go directly to an actual customer service representative. Be prepared to wait. You may have to wait an average of a half hour before you get connected. Just like with an online cancellation, you will most likely encounter attempts from a customer service representative to prevent you from cancelling outright. Just calmly tell her you don’t wish to hear about any alternatives, and you would simply like to cancel your Weight Watchers membership.  Dealing with people on the phone can be frustrating. But it’s best to remember that in most cases this person is doing her job and probably following a script. Being rude will only make the process more difficult, so it’s best to calmly and firmly state what you want. You’ll also be asked for account and billing information so it’s best to have all of that on hand so you can complete the process as quickly as possible. Make sure that you receive a cancellation number before you hang up. If you cancelled by email, online, or even by phone but haven’t been sent any records of cancellation, you may want to call the customer service number to ensure that your Weight Watchers membership has indeed been cancelled. If you are calling because you have already cancelled your membership make sure to...

TL;DR in English: Go to the email cancellation form. Fill out the form. Call Weight Watchers customer service. Be polite but firm. Call to confirm a cancellation.
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If at least two other members of your family have had aneurysms, either recently or in the past, you should be screened for the possibility of developing an aneurysm yourself. Doctors normally recommend such screenings every five years.  Most aneurysms are detected after the fact, when they've already become medical emergencies, or when brain imaging is performed for other purposes. Because it's a difficult thing to screen for, most doctors will recommend against testing and looking for aneurysms that are not ruptured, unless you've experienced any of the symptoms or fit the profile of an aneurysm.  In most cases, screening is recommended for men age 65-75 who have smoked at some point in their life. Men of this age group who have never smoked may receive selective screening based on the rest of their health history. Women in this age group generally aren't recommended for screening. If you experience eye pain, specifically pain coming from behind the eye, as well as blurry vision and paralysis of the face, you need to talk to your doctor immediately and request that a screen and scan be performed. Your doctor may throw a lot of technical possibilities at you, so it helps to be somewhat informed before getting stuck in his or her office and getting locked into possibly-expensive tests that you might not want done. Generally, the scans performed will include:   Computerized tomography (CT). This is a special kind of X-Ray usually used to detect bleeding. The scanner produces slice-like sections of your brain to examine, and might also involve injections of fluid that will illuminate the blood in the images.  Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). An MRI generally uses a combination of radio waves that interact within a magnetic field to produce a detailed 2D or 3D version of your brain. Fluid may also be injected to improve the image. Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) may be combined with your MRI. An MRA uses the same technology to produce images of the major blood vessels in your body.  Cerebrospinal fluid...

TL;DR in English: Learn your family history. Recognize the symptoms of an aneurysm. Learn the different types of scans. Talk to a specialist.
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Choose shoes that make sense with the style of your outfit. For instance, professional, sleek outfits should be paired with heels, patent leather dress shoes or stylish ankle boots to complete the look. Go with shoes that accentuate the look and mood of your outfit, while still being functional and comfortable for you to move around in.  Shoes also provide an opportunity to add a pop of color to an otherwise monochrome outfit. Choose a pair of bright red ballet flats to complement a black tank top and skinny jeans.  Complete your cool and casual t-shirt, jeans and flannel button down with a classic pair of alternative sneakers, like Converse All-Stars. Jazz up a minimal black dress with embellished heels. The simple act of adding a belt can change the entire vibe of your outfit. For instance, polish the look of a baggy button down dress shirt by adding a brightly colored high-waisted belt. Your formerly casual outfit now looks trendy and form-fitting. Or try tucking your top into a pencil skirt and add a thin belt for a classy, iconic look.  Try a black leather belt with dress trousers and a nice button down shirt, topped with a sharp blazer, for a super polished look Belts can also significantly change how a dress looks. For instance, adding a belt with a wide band to a dress with an empire waist gives the dress a funky, more modern look. If you aren’t sure where to start with jewelry, trying adding a single statement piece to compete a look.  Add a chunky, vintage necklace or earrings to a classy black dress to add an entirely new dimension to your outfit. Or try experimenting with different colors and styles of jewelry to accentuate your outfit.  You can also choose jewelry based on which area of your outfit you want to highlight. For instance, add a gorgeous pendant necklace to a v-cut top. If you’re going for casual or neutral, a nice watch is never out of place. Simple studs in your ears add a little sparkle while not looking out of place with your t-shirt and jeans. Throw a brightly colored scarf over...

TL;DR in English: Choose shoes that complement the style of your outfit. Change up your look by adding a belt. Select jewelry that flatters your outfit. Choose your finishing touches.
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Since it's a sensitive topic, it’s a good idea to plan your approach first.  Decide where you want to have the conversation. Somewhere familiar and comfortable is best. Come up with a way to bring the topic up without being too abrupt. You want to cut down on shock as much as possible. Prepare for possible hurt feelings by having planned reactions. For example, if they say, “I can make my own decisions” you reply with, “that’s true and I’m not trying to tell you what to do. I’m just concerned because…” Appeal to their emotional side. This way they’ll know your motivation is in the right place and will be more likely to listen to your advice. Think about what’s important to them and use that as an entry point. For example, if they care about their kids, remind them how secondhand smoke could affect them. Smoking is an unhealthy habit, not only for the person who smokes but also for the people around them. It’s important to keep these messages positive. Don’t berate, nag, or induce fear into your loved one.  Remind them how much you love them and want to keep them around for many years to come. Smoking causes serious health conditions like lung cancer. It’s also a known cause of Osteoporosis, stroke, and depression.  If your loved one values physical beauty, encourage them to preserve their beauty by avoiding smoking-induced wrinkles and yellow teeth. Remind them of their own loved ones (children, grandchildren, husband/wife, valued friends) and how important they are to the people around them. Placing pictures of young people might help serve as a motivating daily reminder. Make the quitting process as easy as possible for your loved one.  Offer to be available by phone when they need you if a craving happens. Let them know you’ll be supportive through the whole process. Recruit others to be part of the support network as well, if possible. Design a concrete plan that your loved one can follow on a daily basis that will help them avoid smoking. You can adjust the plan as needed, but this gives them something...

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Don’t take “no” for an answer. State your opinions directly. Stand your ground in an argument or a discussion.

It's best to start with the second floor or up, since the first floor will likely differ in appearance from the subsequent floors. The hallway should be a minimum of two blocks wide. To get a feel for how spacious the rooms will be with the hallways in place, add two parallel rows of blocks where the hallway walls will be, then review the space between the inside of a row of blocks and the hotel's outer wall.  If you have less than four blocks of depth in a room, you may want to either narrow your hall or expand your hotel. If your hotel is an odd number of blocks wide, your hallways will need to be at least three blocks wide. These walls should run perpendicular to both the hall walls and the walls opposite of them. As with the hall walls, feel free to lay down a one-block-high wall to see what the walls will look like in practice before committing to building an entire wall.  This is a process you'll complete for each floor. Consider varying room size, since a real hotel would do the same. The way to do this will vary based on your hotel design thus far. You have a couple of options:  Place a staircase in a hallway that branches off from the main hallways. Alternate staircases between each end of the hallways for subsequent floors. You can select stairs from the building materials tab in the ... menu. You'll need two blocks' worth of vertical space for one door, though you'll need a four-by-four space if you're planning on adding double-doors.

TL;DR in English: Pick a floor to begin working on. Create a hallway through the middle of a floor. Place dividing walls between rooms. Add stairs between your floors. Remember to leave a space for a door for rooms.
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Use black string for an authentic look. Measure out your string to the same length you documented for your head. Remember to leave about two inches of slack for tying knots and adjustments. If black string isn't available, use whatever you have. Darker colors work best. Some hair ties will work as a string for your eyepatch. If you find that your hair tie is too small, use a headband. Cut whichever type of band you use so that it is in the shape of a string. You can also rip an elastic band out of an old pair of pants. Before attaching the string to the eyepatch, try wearing it by using your hands to hold everything in place. This will help you gauge if the string is the right dimension. Make adjustments if needed.

TL;DR in English: Prepare the string. Use a hair tie. Test it on yourself.
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Sleep apnea can have many different symptoms, so it is difficult to diagnose based on the symptoms alone. If you suspect that you have sleep apnea, then see your doctor as soon as possible. Some serious symptoms to watch for include:  Snoring or breathing interruptions while asleep, observed by your partner Waking up gasping for air or choking Shortness of breath upon waking Having pauses in your breathing (noticed by your partner) Feeling drowsy during the day, or like your sleep has not been restful or restorative Any of the following health issues: hypertension, mood disorder, cognitive dysfunction, coronary artery disease, stroke, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, or type 2 diabetes mellitus To diagnose sleep apnea, your doctor will consider your symptoms along with the results of a sleep study. You can undergo a sleep study in a clinical setting or at home. In both situations, your vital signs (breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, etc.) will be monitored.   Clinical setting. If you decide to have a sleep study done in a clinical setting, then you will have to stay overnight at a sleep clinic. You will be monitored by medical technicians while you sleep.  Home-based portable monitor. If you decide to have a sleep study done at home, then you will need to use a portable monitor to monitor your vital signs. There are a three different types of sleep apnea: obstructive, central, and complex. Your doctor should be able to tell you which type you have by considering factors such as your medical history, medications, and sleep study results.   Obstructive sleep apnea. This is the most common type of sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea is when the tissues in your throat relax while you are asleep and block your airway.  Central sleep apnea. Central sleep apnea is less common. This type of sleep apnea is when your brain fails to send a signal to your body to breathe.   Complex sleep apnea. This form of sleep apnea is a combination of obstructive and central sleep apnea. After you have undergone...

TL;DR in English: See your doctor. Undergo a sleep study. Determine what type of sleep apnea you have. Ask about your treatment options.
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Another option is to include 3 of the large squares in a row or column in your analysis. Pick 1 number, and see if you can place it across all 3 squares. For instance, take the number "6." See which rows and columns already have 6s, and use that to scan across to the 3 large squares you're looking at. Based on that information and what you have in the squares, try to place as many of the 6s as you can. As puzzles get more difficult, you'll find that just using the above techniques won't always solve the puzzle. In those cases, you need to start filling in what numbers could possibly go in each square. When you get a possibility, place it in the corner of a small square in pencil. You may have as many as 3 or 4 numbers penciled in as you try to solve the puzzle. As you work, you may notice certain squares only have 1 number, and you may be able to fill in that number permanently. As you fill in numbers, go back over the puzzle to figure out spaces you had to leave blank before. Once you've filled in new numbers, you may be able to figure out those spaces. As you recheck the blank spaces, go through the techniques again to help fill in numbers.

TL;DR in English: Look at a set of 3 large squares. Pencil in numbers. Recheck often.
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You can demonstrate a stubborn, strong-willed nature by being persistent and not taking “no” for an answer. Try to figure out a way to get what you want and satisfy the needs of others. Finding a way to get a “yes” means you are able to channel your aggression into productive results. For example, perhaps you are trying to apply for insurance coverage for a family member who is ill. Insurance companies can be difficult to deal with and may end up turning your application down. Rather than accept their “no”, you may call them persistently or calmly refuse to leave their office until the matter is resolved or you speak to an authority figure who can help you. Do not yell, berate, or bully — instead, remain calm and be very clear about what you want, avoiding abusive language. It's ok to stand your ground, but do not get inflamed over it. Having an assertive personality also means that you are not shy about your opinions or thoughts. You should be willing to openly state your feelings to others and not try to hide them. Being honest and upfront will show others that you are strong-willed. For example, you may have a co-worker who asks your opinion on how to best serve a picky client. Rather than brush off his question, you should state your opinion and tell the co-worker how you would address the issue. Offer to work with your co-worker to make the client happy, using your assertive personality for something productive and helpful. You should also stand up for what you believe in and demonstrate your strong will during an argument or a discussion. You should be willing to stick to your stance. This will show others that you are determined and willing to act assertively. For example, maybe you get in a heated debate about abortion rights with a friend. Rather than back down on your stance, you may decide to stand your ground and defend your position. Though you and your friend may agree to disagree in the end, at least you will have stood your ground and made it clear how you feel about the issue.

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Pick a stock with a Standard and Poor's (S&P) Quality Rating of at least B+. Evaluate the cash flow of the company. Check to see if the company is paying dividends.

This may seem counter-intuitive to getting rid of someone, but the fact is that if you don’t answer the door, they are likely to mark you as “not home” and return in the near future.  If you truly want to be rid of them, you will need to answer the door and let them know. It sounds rude, but doesn’t have to be.  They are likely to delve right into their script and it will only become harder to get a word in.  Politely interrupt to take control of the conversation.  When a Jehovah’s Witness starts talking, interrupt with a polite, “Excuse me” to get their attention. Try raising your hand an holding it between the two of you at chest level with your palm facing the other person and begin your interjection with, “Hold on.” If you wait until the Jehovah’s Witness asks a question, you can simply reply with, “I’d rather not have this conversation.” If you make up a reason for not wanting to talk to them, they may see this as an invitation to come back at another time.  This also initiates a conversation.  Be honest and direct with your response in order to get your point across and avoid one of their conversation starters. Avoid making up excuses.  They are trained to respond to specific protests, and may consider returning in the future if you are just too busy right now. Choose very few words to decline their invitation to talk.  It is unnecessary to be rude, and arguing will only spur on the conversation.  A simple, polite decline will do the trick.  Once you have a chance to speak, try a simple, “No thank you.” You can also be direct saying, “I’m not interested, thanks.” Don’t slam it in their face, but understand that they have been trained to keep the conversation going.  Once you have declined, close the door gently.  This is important, because, like telemarketers or any solicitor, they are not likely to accept the first, “no” and will do their best to reengage you.  Closing the door may be the only way to end the conversation. If this feels rude to you, try saying, “sorry” as you close the door.

TL;DR in English: Answer the door. Interrupt them. Be honest. Politely decline. Close the door.
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Pour the witch hazel into the jar or spray bottle, replace the cap, and shake the container to combine the ingredients. Witch hazel helps to cleanse your pores and balance the pH of your skin. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, so it may help to reduce any redness or puffiness in your face.  You can purchase witch hazel in the first aid section of most drug and grocery stores. Keep in mind that some types of witch hazel contain alcohol, which can dry out your skin. Check the labels on any witch hazel you purchase to ensure that it’s alcohol-free. Purchase lavender essential oil in a grocery store or online. Add the desired amount of drops to the container, but don’t exceed 30 drops as too much of the oil can irritate your skin. Then, replace the lid and shake well. Lavender has a calming scent, so this might be a good option to make your facial cleansing routine more relaxing.

TL;DR in English: Mix in 1 US tbsp (15 mL) of witch hazel for a stronger astringent. Mix in up to 30 drops of lavender oil for a relaxing scent.
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Make sure any price stickers or tags have been fully removed so there is no interference while cleaning. You may need to stretch the sock mouth to fit over the base so stretch and mold as needed. If the sock becomes filled with debris and is no longer working as well, head to the trash and wipe your hand over the bottom to remove abundant hair or debris.  Continue to use until finished. Avoid using fabric softener when washing the sock as fabric softener may reduce the chenille material power. Consider removing excess debris from sock before adding it to the washing machine.

TL;DR in English: Open sock package and remove tags, etc. Slide one sock over the base of your Swiffer sweeper. Use Swiffer as usual, covering floor space and corners. Remove sock from Swiffer base and launder as usual.
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You can use a free program called "Havij" to scan a base address (e.g., your website's address) for the proper admin login address. Havij will often return upward of 100 addresses, so you should only do this if you have no other way of accessing the administrator login page. Unfortunately, Havij is not available for Mac computers. Go to the Havij download site to prompt the "Havij_1.12_Free.zip" file to begin downloading onto your computer. Depending on your browser's settings, you may have to confirm that you want to download the file and/or select a save location before proceeding. Double-click the Havij ZIP folder, then click the Extract tab at the top of the window and click Extract all. When prompted, enter darknet123 as the password, then click Extract to finish extracting Havij. The extracted Havij folder will open at this point. Double-click the Havij 1.12 Free setup file, then do the following:  Click Next four times. Click Install  Make sure the "Launch Havij" box is checked. Click Finish Once Havij opens, you can proceed with searching your website's address for the admin login page. It's a blue, person-shaped icon near the top of the Havij window. In the "Path to search" text field, type in the address of the website for which you want to find the admin login section. It's to the right of the website's address. Immediately after clicking Start, Havij should begin listing website addresses in green text at the bottom of the window.  Once Havij has found all available addresses, you will see a confirmation message at the bottom of the window. If Havij doesn't immediately begin listing URLs in the pane at the bottom of the window, close Havij and then re-open it by typing havij into Start and clicking Havij at the top of the menu. Copy a URL in the pane at the bottom of the window, then enter the URL into your browser's address bar. If you're prompted for your admin login details, you've successfully found the login page; you can log in with your admin email address (or username) and password like...

TL;DR in English: Understand how this method works. Download Havij. Extract the file. Install Havij. Wait for Havij to open. Click Find Admin. Enter your website's address. Click Start. Wait for Havij to find the website's admin URL. Try the URLs found by Havij.
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Standard and Poor's is a major financial company that runs several important stock indexes. Their ratings are considered a gold standard in the industry. Their quality scale runs from D (for low-quality stocks) all the way up to A+ (for quality stocks). A B+ rating indicates that the stock is stable and likely to grow. You can check the quality rating on the S&P website. A company with a positive cash flow and a low price is usually undervalued. Check the cash flow of the company on the “Cash Flow” section of their stock profile online. Compare the current cash flow to previous quarters or years. Look for cash flow that has stayed steady or increased. Avoid stocks with negative or decreasing cash flow. Cash flow tells you how much money the company actually holds. A positive cash flow may indicate that the stock is more liquid, which means that it is easier to sell when you are ready. Dividends are small yearly payments paid to shareholders from the company. Dividends allow you to make a small profit while you wait for your undervalued stocks to become overvalued stocks. Look for stocks that pay steady or increasing dividends each year. To see if a stock pays dividends, look on their stock profile for dividend yields. If the company has a dividend yield posted, then it means that they pay out dividends.

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Close Illustrator if it's open. Download fonts to install if necessary. Open Start . Open File Explorer . Go to your font's ZIP folder. Click the font's ZIP folder. Click the Extract tab. Click Extract all. Click Extract when prompted. Wait for the font file to extract. Double-click the font file. Click Install.

Most Nokia phones come with their own data cable. Use this to plug and connect your phone to your computer.  You can also connect via Bluetooth. If your phone has Bluetooth, turn it on and have your phone and your computer pair up. If this is your first time to link the two devices, you will be asked for a passcode that you would need to enter in both devices. Look for the Nokia PC Suite under your programs in the start menu of your Windows desktop. Click on it to launch. Depending on your phone, you can do several things with it from the Nokia PC Suite. Navigate through the menus and the functionalities. All the connected phones will be listed on the left side of the program window.

TL;DR in English: Connect with a data cable. Launch Nokia PC Suite. Familiarize yourself with the application.
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In order to catch up on sleep, we need to know how much we've lost. Sleep debt is a real thing, and it's just as likely to develop over an extended period of minor sleep deprivation as it is from one or two all-nighters. If you can, take note of how much you sleep per night for two weeks, as that should paint a fairly accurate portrait of your sleep debt, and provide a basis for you to adjust your routine. Eight hours is the optimal amount of sleep for the average person, and while your actual needs may deviate slightly from the norm, it's best to be safe and aim for eight hours or more. On average, Americans sleep 6.8 hours per night during the week, and 7.4 hours per night on the weekends, which averages out to 6.9 hours total per night.  That means in one week, a typical American adult accumulates 7.7 hours of sleep debt. How much do you accumulate? It's common that people deprive themselves of sleep during the week, and then try to make it up on the weekends. But is that enough? If you sleep 6 hours per night Sunday-Thursday, then "catch up" on the weekends by sleeping 11 hours per night, you're still coming up 4 hours short every week—that's 200+ hours of sleep debt every year. In a perfect world, we would simply allocate an extra hour or two every day for sleep, but that's not always possible. However, you might be able to find time sporadically. If your schedule requires that you sleep 6 hours Monday, Wednesday, Friday, try to sleep 8 hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It might not seem like much, but those few extra hours will supplement your elongated weekend sleeps, and greatly reduce your debt. Generally speaking, if you're napping for over an hour, you're better off not napping at all. There are exceptions to this—e.g. shift-workers who simply have no other option. But if you're planning on sleeping that night, daytime naps are counterproductive. In the typical nap, you spend very little time, if any, in a state of REM sleep. REM sleep is the most regenerative and refreshing type of sleep, and...

TL;DR in English: Keep track of the amount you sleep. Assume that you should be getting eight hours of sleep per night. Calculate how much you're really sleeping per night. Think about your strategy for catching up on sleep. Check your weekly schedule for sleep openings. Eliminate long naps.
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This might sound ridiculous, but it is very important. First, you want to be sure he's really that perfect man you think he is – not just a handsome face for your idea of Prince Charming – and you also want him to know you exist! So take a deep breath and go talk to him. A very simple "Hi, I'm..." will do. Try to sound as normal as possible. Talk to him as you would talk to someone you would like to befriend – seducing him will come later. If you want to hook this guy, you need to learn some things about him – what he likes, what he doesn’t like, what he does for a living, what some of his hobbies are. The more information you know about him, the more tools you’ll have to use in your quest to win his affections.  If you find out things he likes, you can bring up your shared interests in casual conversation. That way, he’ll know that you have things in common and he’ll begin to think about doing some of those things together. For example, if you find out that he likes to play golf, casually mention your trip to the range with your dad last weekend. Additionally, if you get a guy talking about something they are passionate about, they’ll feel good about it and later relate those positive feelings back to their experience with you. A good way to learn things about someone else is by seeing how they react to what others say. So, tell him some things about yourself and see how he reacts. But don’t get too personal right away. This can be off-putting. You can also talk about sports, movies, music, politics – whatever. Just engage him in a conversation so you can learn more about him. Add him on Instagram and start engaging with him there. Like a few of his photos to begin with, but not too many. Once you are following each other, like some of his selfies so he knows you appreciate the way he looks, but be sure to like some of photos that are indicative of his interests too. If he starts reciprocating with likes and comments, it is a very good sign for you. At this point, you should pull back a little bit so that he...

TL;DR in English: Introduce yourself. Learn things about him. Talk about yourself. Use social media to your advantage.
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Induction ammeters are different from in-series ones in that induction units won’t have leads or probes. Instead, they’ll have a single clamp or ring through which a wire will pass. The induction sensor reads current through the electromagnetic field given off by the electricity. Locate the negative ( - ) terminal for the power source. The wire that runs between this and the item being powered is your power input line. Open the clamp and enclose it around the power input wire. Because of the way electricity is distributed in a circuit, if you clamp two different wires together, it will throw off the meter’s reading. Setting the ammeter to auto will allow the meter to automatically adjust the range it is measuring. This will prevent you from blowing a fuse in the meter. If you need to adjust any other settings, this is the time to do it. Depending on your model, there may be a button you need to push, like a trigger, before it starts taking a reading. Other units might take a reading as soon as they are set to auto. Unclamp the ammeter, turn it off, put it away, and you’re done.

TL;DR in English: Identify induction sensors. Position the sensor around the power input wire. Set the ammeter to auto. Take the reading and remove the ammeter.
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You won't be able to find your newly installed fonts in Illustrator if you install them while Illustrator is running. If you haven't yet downloaded the fonts that you want to install, find and download them before continuing.  Fonts for Illustrator must be complete, meaning that they must include bold, italic, and underlined templates in addition to a full alphabet of upper- and lower-case letters. You can download fonts in .OTF, .TFF, .PFP, and .TTF formats. Click the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the screen. Click the folder icon in the lower-left side of the Start window. Click the folder in which the font's ZIP folder is located (e.g., Downloads) in the left-hand column of the File Explorer. You may have to open additional folders in the main window to find the ZIP folder itself. This will select the folder. This tab is at the top of the File Manager window. Doing so will prompt a toolbar to appear below the Extract tab. It's on the right side of the toolbar. The folder will begin extracting itself into a regular folder. Once it does, the font's extracted folder should open, meaning that you can now interact with the font file. Doing so will open a window previewing the font. It's at the top of the preview window. This will install your selected font for any application that uses fonts on your computer, including Illustrator. If there are separate font files for bold, italic, and so on, you'll need to double-click and install each of them in order for the font to work in Illustrator.

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Learn about the religion's customs beforehand. Do what others do. Don’t take offense by religion.

Eating food, aside from Monster Meats, is always a good way to recover hunger, health, and sanity. Earlier on in the game, your main source of food will be from rabbits caught in traps, berries picked from berry bushes, and carrots lying around, all of which you can cook over a campfire and eat to restore your Hunger. However, for food that restores sanity, you'll need more thorough methods.  Carrots can be found poking out of the ground and Berry bushes are scattered around the world. You can pick them up by left-clicking or pressing X. To catch rabbits, make a trap with 6 Cut Grass and 2 Twigs. You can craft it in the Survival tab, represented by a looped rope icon. Once created, place it near or on top of a rabbit hole, which is a small hole in the ground found in grasslands and savannahs, then wait until a rabbit is caught. Once caught, the trap will rattle and jump around. If you pick it up, you’ll get both the trap and the rabbit. You can then re-use the trap for 7 more times before it disappears. You’ll need to “murder” the rabbit before you can make use of the meat, though. Right-clicking (PC) it or pressing the right direction button (PS4) when a rabbit is selected will do the trick. With a Science Machine, you can also craft a Bird Trap for 3 Twigs and 4 Silk through the Survival tab. This functions similarly to a trap, but only catches birds. To make a farm plot, you need at least a Science Machine. You can make it through the Food tab, represented by a buried carrot icon, for 8 Grass, 4 Manure, and 4 Logs. You can get Manure from Beefalo, which excrete them regularly at random intervals and are found in savannahs. You can also get Manure by feeding a pig, found individually in random spots in the map or collectively in huge villages normally found at the end of roads, with some non-meat food (berries, carrots, produce from farm plots, cave bananas, etc.). Once you’ve placed the farm plot, you can put a seed on it by selecting the seed and interacting with the farm. You can either wait for it to...

TL;DR in English: Choose your food options. Dry out some Jerky. Cook with your Crock Pot.
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If you change your mind, you can say no. If at ANY TIME you feel uncomfortable, you can say no. There is nothing wrong with that. Do what's right for you and don't let someone guilt you into something you don't want to do. Don't drive if you're drunk and don't let him drive if he's drunk. You don't want this hook up to be to an IV in an ambulance. You never know what could happen. For your own safety, make sure your bestie or someone else you trust knows where you are. Never leave your drink unattended and make sure you watch it being opened or poured. Even if your guy is super awesome, that doesn't mean the other guys at the bar are. Everybody wants their junk to stay healthy, right? Even if you're a girl, have a condom for him to use. And don't let him talk you into going without, even if you are on birth control. Make sure you know how to put it on him (in case he doesn't know how or does it wrong). Again, you never know, so just make sure you have a phone ready to go with numbers for things like taxi services. Or a friend if you want someone to talk to later.

TL;DR in English: Say NO. Don't drive drunk. Make sure someone knows where you are. Keep an eye on your drinks. Bring protection and insist on using it. Bring your phone!
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Visit your local bookstore or library and flip through publications that look interesting. Check out where your favorite poets are getting published and consider submitting to these publications. You can also search online or in your local newspaper for poetry publications based in your region or area to submit to. Read at least one issue of the publication you are submitting to before you send in your poem. Check that the publication is publishing the type of writing that you enjoy and feel a kinship with.  Ask yourself, “Will my poem fit with the style and substance of publication?” “Does my poem reflect the type of writing in this publication?” “Would my poem work well with the other work in the publication?” You may need to read several different publications to try to find one that seems like a good home for your work. Take your time and read several different publications until you find a few that suit your work. When you submit your poem to literary journals and magazines, they will ask you for a brief cover letter to go with your submission. Keep the cover letter short, only four to five lines long. Address it to the poetry editor at the publication, if it is listed online or in the print publication. If it is not, you can address the letter to the name of the publication.  For example, you may write, “Dear Gabriel Blackwell,” if that is the poetry editor’s name. Or, you may write, “Dear Poetry Foundation,” if you cannot find the poetry editor’s name. Include a short paragraph where you mention your submission and any publications or awards you have received for your work. Do not ask for feedback on your poem or comments on your poem in the cover letter. Avoid trying to summarize the poem or explain it. End the letter with “Sincerely” or “Best,” and your name. For example, you may write, “Please find attached my poem, ‘September,’ for your consideration. My work has appeared in Black Diamond Journal and Poetry Online. I have received a Stegner Fellowship and was a finalist for the 2017 Poetry Press...

TL;DR in English: Search for publications to submit to. Read the publication before you submit to it. Write a brief cover letter. Include a short biography. Submit the poem online. Send the poem by mail. Enter the poem into poetry contests. Check that your poem is eligible for publication.
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This recipe is very popular in Latin America and makes useful clay. Many recipes call for 10% formaldehyde or formalin but this has been replaced with white vinegar in this recipe for a safer, non-toxic version. First mix 1 cup cornstarch with ½ cup water in a Teflon-coated pot over low heat until it is completely dissolved. Once the cornstarch has dissolved, add and mix in the 1 cup glue. Add 1.5 tablespoons (22.2 ml) of glycerin, 1.5 tablespoons cold cream with lanolin and 1.5 tablespoons (22.2 ml) white vinegar to the pot. Continue cooking on low heat while stirring constantly until a dough forms and begins to come away from the sides of the pot.  Be very careful not to overcook or else the dough will harden. Glycerin is a common baking ingredient that you should be able to find in the baking section of the supermarket. Find cold cream with lanolin in the cosmetics section of the store. Allow the dough to cool with a damp cloth used as covering. Once you can handle the dough knead it into a smooth clay consistency. It is ready to be molded however you wish.  Allow your creation to dry for at least three days in the air. Oil paints and acrylics can be used to paint your creation once you have allowed it to dry. Store in plastic wrap and keep in a cool, dark place.

TL;DR in English: Use this method for a traditional-style recipe from Latin America. Mix the cornstarch, water and glue into a Teflon-coated pot. Add the glycerin, cold cream and vinegar to the pot and mix. Knead the dough with lotion on your hands. Store in plastic wrap.
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There are times when you might find yourself attending a religious funeral, where you are unfamiliar with the religion's customs. In order to avoid embarrassing or inappropriate situations, do some research beforehand on the different customs for that religion. For example, it is unconventional to bring flowers to a Jewish funeral. For Catholic funerals, it is conventional to send a mass card to the family of the deceased. If you are unsure about what is appropriate at a funeral service, do what others do; stand when people stand, and sit when people sit. It helps if you sit at the back of the venue so you can follow the other’s lead. Remember, you do not have to do anything you are uncomfortable with. If you are attending a religious funeral whose denomination you are not a member of, you do not have to sing or pray with everyone. Instead, bow your head in a respectful manner as if you are reflecting.

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Cutting your lumber. Drill holes for rebar. Install boards. Fill in the land side. Maintaining your seawall.

If you plan on creating an original design, you might want to take a piece of paper and a pencil to sketch out some concept designs. If you plan on using a pre-made image, like one used by your favorite artist, video game, or TV show, you should should find a high resolution copy of the image. High resolution images will result in crisper, cleaner stencils. Beginners might want to stick with simple designs while learning the basics of stencil printing. A simple line drawing or thick, plain, black text will work well for your stencil. This can be easily done on a computer with image editing software, like Adobe Photoshop or MS Paint. You might import an image from online or your personal image library and make some modifications to it with your editing software, or you might use your own original artwork. If you don't have a printer, you can always look into how to make a stencil by hand.  With image editing software, it will be easy for you to move around components of the design until you are happy with it. Text, in particular, will likely require some adjustment for you to get the right placement and size.  Compare the size of your design to your substrate, which is the technical name for the thing you'll be stenciling onto later. This will prevent you from creating a stencil that is too large. Some examples of substrates you might stencil your design onto include: t-shirts, backpacks, posters, towels, walls, folders, and so on. You might want to change your image properties to "Black and white" before printing. This will make it easier to identify the parts you will need to cut from your image to make your stencil. You should print your image in black and white on a sturdy piece of paper, like card stock or posterboard. Depending on your printer, you may be able to cut a piece of white posterboard or card stock down to the size of a normal sheet of paper and use it in your printer as you would normally.  Depending on your region and printer, your standard paper size may vary. Generally, you can expect most...

TL;DR in English: Brainstorm your stencil ideas. Create your design. Print your design.
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Say that you just met your friend for lunch and you're worried that you may have dominated the conversation ... again. Replay the lunch date in your head, resisting the urge to defend yourself. This will help you to see clearly whether or not you talk a lot in comparison to other people. Ask yourself some pointed questions, like:  "Who did most of the talking?" "Did we talk more about me or about my friend?" "How often did I interrupt my friend?" Think about the way you talk to everyone, including—but not limited to—your boss, co-workers, mother, and the restaurant staff. Do you open the conversation by jumping in with a funny story of your life and your observations without being asked? Or are you likely to ask someone a question and let them tell you a story, tell you about their life and their observations? Conversation is a balance between both participants, and although you should take Sheryl Sandberg's advice and lean in, you hog the limelight when you focus too much on yourself. The victims of rumors are sometimes people that most people find annoying. Though rumors can be about anyone since a lot of people find it satisfying to complain about people.

TL;DR in English: Assess your usual conversations. Don't limit these "replay sessions" to your social circle. Assess the way you are most likely to begin a conversation. See if others talk about you.
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To the listener, the difference between a radio talk show and a podcast is minor — both involve listening to a host and/or a set of co-hosts talk about familiar subjects with or without a guest. However, for you, the host, recording a podcast is a little different than recording a live show. You'll perform your show basically as you normally would, but rather than broadcasting it live, you'll record it and offer it for download on the internet. To do this, you'll need to an equipment setup that allows you to record reasonably high-quality audio files and sufficient hard drive space to store them.  For the most basic podcasting needs, you can get away with a computer and a reasonable-quality microphone, which usually run upwards of $100 at audio equipment stores. After recording your show, you may want to listen to your audio file and, if necessary, cut out any portions that you don't want to make the final podcast. To do this, you'll need audio-editing software (some free programs, like Audacity, are available online). Insert ads, intro, and outro music, or anything else you'd to add to your podcast.  When you're done, save your file in a widely-used audio format that will be easy for your audience to use, like .mp3. Make your podcast available to your listeners online. A variety of free hosting sites, like Youtube.com, Soundcloud.com, and many others allow you to upload audio files with a free account. Note that, with these sites, per-file-bandwidth limits may require you to split your podcast into multiple parts. You may also want to try hosting your podcast on online audio stores like the iTunes Store, Google Play store, and so on.  Generally, most podcasts are offered to the listener for free and are supported by donations, sponsors, or advertisers. Charging money for your podcast can decimate your potential listenership when you're competing against literally hundreds of good free podcasts, so it's not usually a good idea. Generally, the most professional podcasts have their own websites which contain...

TL;DR in English: Record your show. Edit your audio file. Upload your show to a hosting site. Optionally, create a blog or website for your podcast.
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Determine what kind of alloy a ring is made of by reading labels and talking to a jeweler. An alloy is a mixture of two or more metals, in this case used to make the platinum harder. Platinum rings should be marketed listing the quantity of other metals, especially if there is less than 90% pure platinum in the ring.  A 950PLAT ring will typically be alloyed with cobalt, copper (or a combination of the two), iridium, palladium, ruthenium, or tungsten, which makes up the other 50 parts of 1000. If this other 5% is from the platinum metal group (iridium, palladium, ruthenium, rhodium), the ring can be considered 100% precious.  A 900PLAT ring will usually be alloyed with iridium or palladium. Sometimes it will be listed as IRIDPLAT to indicate a mix of 100 parts iridium and 900 parts platinum. An 850PLAT ring will usually be alloyed with palladium. Less than 85% platinum will often be listed with the quantity of palladium or other metal, such as "585PLAT 415PALL." Once you know the content of other metal present in a platinum ring, you can make choices based on the quality that each type yields. Find an alloy that will have the finish and durability you desire.  A composition of 950 parts platinum and 50 parts cobalt is often considered the finest alloy quality for platinum rings. This combination creates an extremely strong and durable ring with a very bright finish, looking almost as if it has been lit from the inside. A ring with 950 parts platinum and 50 parts ruthenium is very durable and almost scratch-resistant, so it is a very fine quality choice. It also has a high shine mirror-like finish. A 950 parts platinum and 50 parts iridium is perhaps the most common alloy sold in platinum rings, but it is not the highest quality. It yields a softer metal which is prone to scratches, pits, and bends, leading to a duller finish over time. Choose a platinum alloy with a certain type of metal if you have a known allergy to one of the common base metals. Note that any ring with a high percentage of pure platinum...

TL;DR in English: Find out what metal the platinum is mixed with. Understand what alloys yield the best quality. Consider possible allergens in metal alloys.
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Now you will measure and cut your boards. Your wooden boards are 10’ (3.04m) long. You will 2 of these to fill each (approximately) 2 x 8’ (60.96 x 243.8cm) space between each set of poles.  You metal poles are all 4’ (1.21m) long, with half of each buried in the ground. It will require 2 - 2’ x12” (5.08 x 2.54cm) boards to fill this space. Use a circular saw to cut these boards (originally 10’/3.04m long) to the proper length (approximately 8’/2.43m). Even though you set your poles 8’ (2.43m) apart, it is important to measure each space and each board individually before cutting. Changes in the shoreline can cause discrepancies. Now you will line up each board with each set of poles and mark the locations where you will drill holes for the rebar to pass through. Each board will have 2 holes drilled on either side. Once again, be sure to specifically measure each board to each piece of rebar before you drill. Fit the boards onto the poles by sliding each piece of rebar into the hole that has been drilled for it. This is not so easy, and will require at least 2 people. Install your lumber so that it is flush with the post. Then twist a nut and washer onto each piece of rebar to secure it.  You may need to bend or reposition the rebar in order to make it fit through the holes in your lumber. You can accomplish this by sliding a 2-foot piece of hollow conduit over each piece of rebar, using it to bend the rebar to fit. At the end of the project, you may want to remove excess rebar with a reciprocating saw. Fill in the land side of your seawall with rocks and large gravel, to allow for adequate drainage. Cover these rocks with sand, and finally finish with a layer of topsoil. It is an excellent idea to provide annual maintenance to your existing seawall. Look for broken, cracked, or rotten boards. Remove the nuts, remove the boards, and replace them with fresh wood. Your metal posts should remain in tact for 5 or more years. If they become loose, they may need to be replaced as well.

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