Mark the first entry. Start writing about your day. Let loose! Explain your relationships with people. Keep writing. Sign off.

Choose one cane on either side of the trunk. The canes should be about as thick as your pinky finger and grow close to the head of the vine.  The "head" of the vine lies at the intersection between your main trunk and the top of your support system. The canes you choose should have close buds and a brown outer layer of bark from base to tip. Make sure that they have not suffered any visible damage, either. Note that this method of pruning is not recommended for American grape varieties. It is suitable for use with most wine grapes, but you should do some research about your particular grape variety before you choose to use this method of pruning. Bend the canes down to either side of your trunk and tie them in place. These canes will become permanent arms that will remain intact for the life of your vine. Cut off the top of both permanent fruiting arms, leaving only four buds on each arm. Cut off the remaining canes at trunk level, leaving only your two permanent arms in place. This is the last bit of pruning you will do during the second year. During each following year, new spurs will grow on your permanent fruiting arms, and fruit will be produced from these spurs. Trim each new spur back during the end of the dormancy season so that they are only two to three buds long. As the vine ages, you may need to cut back older spurs to two buds, as well.

TL;DR in English: Select two canes. Train these canes to the side of the trunk. Shorten your fruiting canes. Remove the rest of the old wood. Cut back new spurs each year.
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Pull the plug out of the wall, and find the trigger lock just behind the trigger that you would use to release a staple. Shift the lock to the left or right, or press it toward the trigger to lock the trigger in place. Your gun may not have a trigger lock. In that case, be careful while you’re loading the staples. As long as the gun is unplugged, you should be safe. The magazine release is a button that releases clip that holds the staples in place. Look at the rear part of the stapler, toward the bottom. It should have 2 small indentations on either side of the stapler for you to squeeze and pull. If you don’t know where your magazine is located, find where the staples come out of the gun. The release button should be on the opposite side of the bottom of the gun where the staples are fired. Place your thumb and forefinger on either side of the release, and press in before pulling out. This will release the magazine from the gun, revealing a compartment underneath of the gun where you’ll place the staples. If you haven’t already, you will need to lay the stapler on its side or hold it upside-down to load the staples into the gun. Insert a row of staples into the compartment with the legs facing up toward you, and slide them toward the front of the stapler. Keep holding the gun upside down to keep them in place. If you’re using the staple gun to fire brad nails, look at the magazine rod. It should say something like “Load brads” with an arrow facing up or down. Lay a row of brad nails against the side if the compartment that the arrow is pointing toward. If your stapler doesn’t have an indication for how to load brad nails, it’s possible that the stapler isn’t able to fire them. Check the manual or search online to ensure that your stapler is compatible with brad nails. Hold the release button between your thumb and forefinger and push the magazine back into the compartment. The click notifies you that the magazine has clipped into place and that the staples won’t fall out. If you don’t hear a click, try...

TL;DR in English: Unplug the staple gun and lock the trigger before you begin loading it. Find the magazine release buttons at the back of the stapler. Squeeze the release buttons and pull the tray out. Place the staples upside-down in the magazine. Use the marking on the magazine release if you’re loading brad nails. Slide the magazine back into the chamber until you hear it snap into place.
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Start training in a place with few distractions, such as a room at home or in your yard. As your dog starts to understand and respond to commands, be sure to vary the training spot. You don’t want your Yorkie to mistakenly believe that "sit" means “sit in front of the apple tree” or to accidentally tie other commands to a specific location.  Slowly introduce the commands in busier areas as your dog begins to understand them. The ultimate goal is to ensure that your Yorkie will still obey the commands even with bustling people and other dogs around. Have patience since the amount of time this takes depends entirely on your specific dog’s personality. You’ll likely want to have your dog on leash as you slowly start to introduce more distractions since the chances of losing focus will be high at first. Until your dog starts to get the hang of the “here” command, you’ll have to help him or her out by using it when the dog is already moving toward you. Use your clicker to mark the action (if clicker training) then give the reward. After you’ve created a strong association between the two things, you can start to command "here" when your dog isn’t moving toward you.  Do not continuously repeat the command if your dog doesn’t obey since it will weaken the command. Instead, resume waiting until the dog is already coming toward you to issue it. Wait until later to again try issuing the command when your dog is standing still or moving away. It can be a frustrating process. Remember to stay patient, not to punish, and always to reward your Yorkie when he or she does finally come to you. Place the dog in the corner of a room and hold the treat at nose height. Let the dog sniff but not eat the treat. Raise the treat in an arc so that your dog’s nose goes up and bottom goes down. As his or her bottom hits the ground, click the clicker (if clicker training) and provide plenty of praise and a treat. Repeat the exercise often and start adding the “sit” command before raising the treat above your dog’s head.  Expect to repeat...

TL;DR in English: Minimize distractions initially. Teach your Yorkie the “here” command. Teach your Yorkie to sit. Teach your Yorkie to shake. Teach your Yorkie to roll over. Teach your Yorkie other commands.
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Wearing a different shirt changes the whole look of the suit, which is what you want. It’s also important to wear a different shirt because it soaks up your sweat during the day and will start to smell if you wear it for too long. If you have to wear the same shirt more than once, don’t wear it on back-to-back days to give your look variety and let the shirt air out. If you need to wear the same shirt more than once, an undershirt soaks up your sweat and keeps the top shirt dryer. Even if you don't typically wear an undershirt, wear one during the week you're wearing the same suit. Besides changing your shirt, wearing different colors varies the appearance of the suit. Cycle through white, blue, gray, or other colors that look good with your suit. If you have two shirts of similar color, wear them a few days apart in the week.  If your workplace has a strict dress code, you may not have a lot of options. Vary the color as much as you are allowed. White, eggshell, and cream are different enough to be noticeable. Make sure you pick colors that match the color of your suit. If you are allowed to wear plaid, checkered, or striped shirts, this is another great way to add variety. Wear a pattern twice in the week, separated by plain colors. Switching between plain and patterned keeps you looking stylish every day. Vary the color and size of the stripes or plaid pattern, but make sure it looks good with your suit’s color. If you work in a somewhat casual setting, wear a stylish t-shirt with your suit. Vintage tees are a great item to add to a suit to bring out your individuality and personal style. Try out a plain t-shirt or a knit polo with a quarter button at the top. In cooler weather, swap in a nice crew neck sweatshirt or a thermal shirt. Whatever you do, make sure you look appropriate for your job setting.

TL;DR in English: Avoid wearing the same shirt for more than one day. Wear an undershirt to keep your top shirt dry. Wear a different color shirt every day. Pick a textured or patterned shirt for some days. Switch to a t-shirt or other casual shirt.
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Log the date at the top of the page so that you'll know when you wrote the entry. Consider giving your entry a title, like "Captain's Log," or addressing it with something like, "Dear Diary." Include where you are and how you are feeling: e.g. "8/12/2016: on the bus, feeling nervous." If you're going somewhere, include where you're going. You will probably read back over this diary at some point in the future – so give your future self a few points of reference to jog your memory. Don't think too much about what to say. Start by writing about your morning, or about whatever first comes to mind. Write about the most exciting thing that happened today. Write about your friends, or your classes, or your crush.  Write about the person you've been thinking about lately. Write about what this person said to you, and about what someone else told you about him/her. Write about what you think about this person. Write about what is making you happy. Write about what is making you sad. Write a story. The diary doesn't even have to be about you! Make up a character and write the first page of his or her diary. Pretend that you are writing this to a close friend, or to someone that you trust a lot. Your diary is your space to write about everything that you are thinking, good and bad. Don't worry too much about what you write. The important thing is that you start writing. In the first entry, when you mention people, write what relationship you have with them. Are they your best friend, worst enemy, or crush? This way, when you read back over your diary in years to come, you'll know what all of these people meant to you at this point in your life. Just write down whatever comes to mind, no matter how silly it sounds. Filling your diary isn't about making everything sound perfect. It's about getting out all of the words that are inside of you!  If you can't think of anything to write, then write about how weird it is to be writing about yourself. Write about why you can't think of anything. Write about why you want to keep...

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Wear high-waisted palazzo pants and a silky tank top for a sophisticated look. Wear a bustier with cropped palazzo pants for a daring evening look. Choose a sheer button-down blouse for a soft, sweet look. Opt for a blousy tank and a jacket with slim-fitting chiffon pants. Consider a monochrome look for formal events. Opt for simple jewelry in bold styles.

Although you can technically play Mother May I with only three people, it will be more fun if you have more.  One benefit of Mother May I is that it’s a game that works for the whole family. Young children enjoy it, but grandparents have also been known to participate too! However, the game is generally recommended for children between the ages of 4 and 9. The game is popular with adults because it teaches children manners. Mother May I is a game of imagination. You need more than 2 people to play it, though. The game works best with fewer than 10 participants. ” One player needs to be given the mother designation, and it doesn’t matter whether it’s a girl or boy.  The game is sometimes called “Captain May I” with the word mother replaced with the word captain at all times. If the “mother” is a male, you could use the word captain and call the children "crew members." Everyone else, no matter their actual age, receives the designation of the “children” in the game. It can be fun for actual children to get to play the mother and vice versa. As an alternative, you could use the name of the player designated as the person in charge for “mother.” The goal of the Mother May I game is for the children to reach the mother first on the other side of the room, lawn or field. Whichever child reaches the mother first wins the game and then, in turn, is designated as the mother, and the game starts all over again. Alternatively, stand on the opposite sides of a field or in the back or front yard.  The mother should be far enough away to make the game interesting but close enough that the children can hear the mother and vice versa. The mother should stand about 10–20 feet (3–6 m) away from the children.  The mother should stand facing away from the line of “children” and selects a child either at random or in order. Mother May I can be played either indoors or outdoors. The game is also a great way to get children interacting with each other and adults, and to get them moving around and outside.

TL;DR in English: Gather a group of people together. Designate someone as “mother. Stand on the opposite sides of the room.
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This will prevent someone from accessing YouTube through its app:  Lightly tap and hold the YouTube app icon. Release the app icon when it starts shaking. Tap the X in the top-left corner of the app icon. Tap Delete when prompted. Tap the Settings app icon, which resembles a grey box with gears on it. This option is near the top of the Settings page. It's near the middle of the General page. Type in the PIN you use to unlock the Restrictions menu.  Your Restrictions passcode may differ from your iPhone unlock code. If you don't have Restrictions enabled, first tap Enable Restrictions, then type in twice a passcode you want to use. This will turn the switch white, signifying that you will no longer be able to download apps on your iPhone. It's near the bottom of the "ALLOWED CONTENT" section. You'll find this in the "Websites" menu. It's near the bottom of the page. In the "Website" text box, type in www.youtube.com and then tap the blue Done button in the keyboard. YouTube will now be blocked on any web browser apps on your iPhone, and the YouTube app will be impossible to re-download due to inability to open the App Store.

TL;DR in English: Delete the YouTube app if you have it installed. Open your iPhone's  Settings. Scroll down and tap  General. Scroll down and tap Restrictions. Enter your Restrictions passcode. Scroll down and tap the green "Installing Apps" switch . Scroll down and tap Websites. Tap Limit Adult Content. Tap Add a Website… in the "NEVER ALLOW" section. Enter YouTube's address. Close the Settings app.
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Peel and slice the banana first, then add it to the blender. Pour the half-and-half over the banana, then blend until evenly combined. This will create a nice, smooth base for your drink.  For a thicker smoothie, use a frozen banana instead. For a lighter smoothie, use whole milk or skim milk instead of half-and-half. These will give your smoothie a layer complexity and a final boost of flavor. If you aren't a fan of maple syrup, you can use another sweetener instead, such as: agave nectar, honey, jam, molasses, sugar, etc. You can also use 2 crumbled vanilla wafer cookies instead. At this point, you can also add other flavors as well. Here are some ideas to get you started:  Add some cocoa or mini chocolate chips for a subtle chocolate flavor.  Make a spicy-sweet smoothie by adding ¼ teaspoon (0.65 grams) of cayenne. You don't want any lumps, chunks, or swirls. From time to time, you may have to pause the blender, and push the ingredients down the sides using a rubber spatula; this will ensure that everything gets evenly blended. You can drink it as is, or you can garnish it with extra cinnamon, nutmeg, or banana slices. To make it truly dessert-like, garnish it with a swirl of whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and a dash of colorful sprinkles; finish it off with a maraschino cherry on top.

TL;DR in English: Pulse the banana and half-and-half in a blender. Add the maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Consider adding crumbled graham crackers for an extra crunch. Blend until the ingredients are silky smooth. Pour the smoothie into a tall glass, and serve it.
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Continue heating the mixture until it boils. The acid mixture will bubble as you add the water and urea. Add the mixture slowly so that it doesn’t cause the acid to bubble out of its container. The water/urea mixture neutralizes the nitric acid but not hydrochloric acid in your solution. In general, you will add 1 ounce of precipitant per ounce of gold that you are refining. Avoid putting your face near the container’s opening. The smell is very strong and pungent. The acid will turn a muddy brown color, which is actually caused by the separation of the gold particles. Wait 30 minutes to allow the precipitant solution to work on the gold particles.

TL;DR in English: Heat 1 quart of water and add 1 pound of urea to the water. Gradually add the water/urea mixture to the acid. Add a selective gold precipitant to 1 quart of boiling water following the manufacturer’s instructions. Add the water/precipitant solution slowly to the acid.
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Dressing up doesn’t get much easier than high-waisted chiffon palazzo pants and a silky tank. You can tuck the tank top in or leave it untucked, depending on the style of the tank.  If the tank is cut to fit a little boxy, it’s probably best to tuck it in, as this will emphasize your waist. If the tank is relatively short and is nipped in at the waist, it’s fine to leave it untucked. You can wear a short cardigan or jacket with this look if the weather is cool. Bustiers are strapless tops that are made to fit tight around your body, and they’re often cropped to show a little midriff. When you pair a bustier with flowy chiffon pants, you help soften the look, leaving you with an edgy style that’s still tasteful. Try this with cropped palazzo pants, stiletto heels, and a statement choker. A sheer button-down blouse and chiffon pants will create a breezy, romantic look that’s perfect for a date or a night out on the town with friends. The sheer fabric allows you to show off your figure underneath, and can create a  flattering silhouette. Be sure to wear a cami underneath the blouse! Slim-cut pants look great when they’re balanced by a flowy tank top. To make the outfit look dressier, top it with a fitted jacket or blazer. Finish this look with a pair of heels or ankle boots. If you’re attending a formal event, try wearing a single color from head to toe. This can be a neutral shade, like black or white, or you can opt for a bold color if that’s more your style.  For instance, if you’re attending a formal dinner, you might wear all black. If you want to wear chiffon pants as part of a wedding pantsuit, look for an embellished or lacy top that matches your pants. These can be traditional wedding colors, such as ivory or cream, or you can choose your favorite color. Since an outfit featuring chiffon pants tends to be somewhat minimal, it’s best to stick to simple, graphic jewelry. Big, solid pieces, like collar-style necklaces, statement earrings, and wide bracelets, tend to suit this style better than intricate...

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Stretch out your muscles. Warm up with a few back handsprings. Practice doing the back tuck in your mind. Find a spotter you trust. Use a gymnastics mat.

If you're called upon to say grace at a family gathering or holiday meal, it can be an intimidating experience. But like a toast at a wedding or any public speech, there's no one "right" way to offer thanks, though there are several common denominational prayers for different faiths, discussed in the following method. The most important thing to remember in the moment is to speak from the heart, as sincerely and honestly as possible, and offer appreciation and thanks to whatever higher power you choose.  Example: Bless this food and the people who prepared it. Many thanks for the meal and the company. If you're saying grace for a holiday meal, a family gathering, or an informal dinner, you can temper your prayer to the occasion. Even saying thanks for the changing of seasons can be an appropriate call for grace.   Example: I'm blessed to be able to spend the holidays here with all of you. Let us appreciate this meal in fellowship and celebration.  Example: It's such a blessing to be able to come together and celebrate the life of Aunt Jan in this wonderful group of people. Many thanks for the meal and the fellowship.  Example: It's such a pleasure to spend a warm summer evening on the porch with all of you and this wonderful food. Let's all offer thanks for the bounty we've received. Depending on the group and the occasion, it can be appropriate to offer a brief moment of story to act as a blessing. When spend with close family or close friends, on a birthday or other personal holiday, this is a nice touch. It's also common to offer a quick personal blessing for each person present, if in a small group.   Example: I've always looked up to Aunt Jan as a personal inspiration and hero for her kind dedication to service and cheerful outlook on life. I'll always cherish the hours we spent together in her garden. I count myself blessed to have someone in my life as inspiring as her, and to be able to gather here today and celebrate her life with you all.  Example: What a blessing to come together today for this...

TL;DR in English: Say a simple thanks for the meal to the people present. Consider the occasion. Use a quick personal anecdote. Keep it brief.
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Wash your hair thoroughly, to make sure it is free of all styling products. Both Kool-Aid and beets will stain your hands if you don’t wear gloves. Petroleum jelly will prevent the discoloration of your skin. This will prevent any staining of your clothing.

TL;DR in English: Start with clean, damp hair. Put on  latex gloves . Rub petroleum jelly along your hairline. Cover your shoulders with a towel.
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It's a green app with a white phone and speech bubble icon. It's either at the bottom of the screen (iPhone) or the top of the screen (Android). If WhatsApp opens to a different conversation, first tap the "Back" button in the top-left corner of the screen. It's in the top-left corner of the screen. On Android, skip this step. Doing so will select it.  On Android, tap and hold the conversation. You cannot delete group chats using this method. It's in the bottom-right corner of the screen. On Android, tap the trash can icon at the top of the screen instead. This option will pop up at the bottom of the screen. Doing so will remove the conversation from the "Chats" page. On Android, this option simply says "Delete".

TL;DR in English: Open WhatsApp. Tap Chats. Tap Edit. Tap a conversation. Tap Delete. Tap Delete Chat.
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account and click the “Retrieve contacts” button to invite your friends via email. You can alternatively enter email addresses in the provided text box and click the “Send invites” button.    You can alternatively click the “Copy link” button to copy a unique referral link. This will allow you to paste it instant messages or through other services online you wish to use to invite friends.

TL;DR in English: Go to the Dropbox referrals page. Log in to your Gmail, AOL, Hotmail, or Yahoo! Click the “Share on Facebook” and or “Tweet on Twitter” button to invite friends through a link in a tweet or on your Facebook wall.
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Do backbends and butterfly stretches, as well as basic leg and ankle stretches. Be careful and always stretch first! If you don't warm up, you could hurt your muscles or injure yourself.  To stretch hamstrings: Sit with your legs straight in front of you. Reach for and grab your toes. Keep your back straight. Hold for 30 seconds. To stretch the legs and arms: Sit with your legs out, one out to each side. Reach up toward the sky with your left hand. Lean over and reach for your right foot. Hold for 30 seconds. Then, repeat on the other side.  Aim for a 20 minute warm up session before moving into tumbling. Once you're nice and stretched out, do a couple of standing back handsprings to warm your muscles up even more. Then try a few double handsprings. Start with a basic round off, then do two back handsprings in a row. Only pause for about 1-2 seconds between the handsprings. These will fully stretch you out and prepare your muscles for the standing back tuck. If you can't do a back handspring yet, you're not ready to learn the back tuck. As you're stretching out, visualize yourself successfully doing a back tuck in your mind. Imagine yourself in the starting position, being in the air, and landing the tuck perfectly. If you're nervous or scared, imagining yourself doing the back tuck can help ease your fears. The best spotter is usually a trainer, coach, or experienced gymnast. Their job is to help you get into position, hold you while you're in the air, and keep your posture correct while you try your first back tuck. With a spotter, you don't have to be afraid of falling -- they're there to catch you! Not only can they help you jump higher into the air, but they can also give you great advice on anything you may be doing wrong. Mats act as cushioning between you and the hard floor. If you do fall, you'll be much safer. They're also a great psychological motivator. If you're not worried about falling down, you'll jump higher and have better posture.   For beginners: try folding a mat up and standing on top of...

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Before you do anything else, you'll need to have a clear idea what the size of your staircase is. The includes the length, width and height of each stair, as well as the number of stairs itself. In most cases, the number of steps is the most important trait to know and the easiest to figure out, as it will let you know how many sets of tackless strips and pads you'll need for your carpet.  The standard stair is 30 inches wide. If your stairs follow the standard dimensions, it will be much easier to measure and lay your carpet, as carpet runners designed for the standard dimensions will be easy to find. Assuming you have standard-sized stairs, and allowing for 3 inches on either side to display the wood, you need 24 inches for each stair step and riser. Rise (height) and runs (width) can vary in size, so be sure to measure closely. Before moving into the practical stage of setting the carpet, you should go out and consult with a sale associate who specializes in carpets. Talk to him about your project, specifically the size and scope, and the general expectation you might have for an end result. Chances are this associate will be able to lend you some specific and helpful advice, as well as point you in the direction of some carpet types that might suit your goals.  Consider taking pictures of your stairs as they are to give the sales associate a kind of visual references to keep in mind while he helps you. If you are trying to calculate the amount of carpet material you'll need from the sales associate, remember to keep the stair's nose (or rounded front-section) in mind, giving a couple more inches than you would otherwise to compensate for it. At the end of the day, laying a carpet runner along your stairs adds comfort and purpose, so it's good to keep your creative side in mind while making your stair decisions. Choosing to carpet just the step and not the riser, as well as different widths (leaving wood visible on either side, for example), colors, and textures will yield different results for your stairs...

TL;DR in English: Measure your staircase. Meet with a carpet sales professional. Consider the aesthetic design of your planned staircase. Purchase the necessary supplies.
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The time signature looks like a fraction and is noted at the beginning of a piece of music. The top number tells you how many beats there will be every measure, and the bottom number tells you what kind of notes those beats will be in this song. For instance, if 3 is on top and 1 is on the bottom, there will be 3 whole note beats per measure. If 5 is on top and 2 is on the bottom, there will be 5 half note beats per measure. If 6 is on top and 8 is on the bottom, there will be 6 eighth-note beats per measure. The most common time signature (sometimes just written with the letter C meaning “common time”) is 4 on top and 4 on the bottom, which means there are 4 quarter-note beats per measure. . At the beginning of the sheet music, next to the clef sign, sharp ♯ and flat♭signs make up the "key signature." These tricks will help you memorize what each key signature looks like:  If there are no sharps or flats next to the clef, the scale is C major or A minor, so C or A will be Do for this song, respectively. The rightmost sharp in the key signature is Ti on the solfege scale. Go up one half step (a space or line) and you'll get the root note which the scale is named for, and which you can think of as Do. Alternatively, use this mnemonic to identify the scale by how many sharps there are (starting at one sharp): Green Day And Elvis Buy Four Cats The rightmost flat in the key signature is Fa, and the flat to its left is the root note Do. Identify the scale by the number of flats there are (starting at one flat): Fat Boys Eat Apples During Geometry Class Unless you have perfect pitch, you'll need to listen to the root tone. This is always the note in the name of the key signature, so when you're singing a song written in A, you'll want to listen to an A. You can use a piano, a metronome with a pitch function, a tuning fork, or pitch software on a phone app or website. Using the root note as Do, sing the solfege scale up and down once or twice to get a feel for the notes you'll be singing. Remember to use the minor...

TL;DR in English: Assess the time signature. Identify the key Listen to the root note. Run through the solfege scale. Check the rhythm and tempo. Cope with difficult passages.
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Start by removing the laces from the holes at the top of your shoe—closest to your leg—and work your way down to the tip. After you remove your laces, stuff them into a sock—this allows you to clean them separately in the same load as your sneakers. Tie the end of the sock tightly with a lace or elastic band. If your shoes have laces that feed through plastic loops that hold them in place, don't bother removing them. Place all of your shoes into a pillowcase—whichever size accommodates your load—and twist the end tightly to hold it closed. Afterward, fasten the twisted end with a rubber band wrapped around it 2 times or more, depending on the size of the rubber band and the thickness of the twisted end.  Fold the twisted end in half before wrapping the rubber band around it to make it snugger. Usually, you can fit 2 to 3 pairs of shoes in a pillowcase. Put as many in as you want, but try not to stuff it too tight. Remember that not all shoe materials can be washed in a washing machine. Always follow the manufacturer's recommendations. Put the pillowcase with your shoes and sock with your laces into the washer. Afterward, stuff the remaining space around the bags with rags to prevent the bags from hitting the walls. Finally, dump in 1 full cup of your favorite laundry detergent. If you have a top washer with a center turbine, wrap its edges with a towel. " Turn the load size dial to slightly before the "Medium" and hit the "Cold" button. Now, put the spin mode to "Delicate" on the "Normal" setting. Double-check your settings and then turn the washer on and wait! Always use the "Delicate" or—for older washers—"Knits Gentle" setting for your mesh shoes. This minimizes agitation of the fabric and prevents it from stretching. Indoor areas like a hayloft or shed or outdoor locations that provide enough shade are ideal. Never store your shoes in a basement, and avoid garages, as they often don't provide enough airflow.  If you have an electric household fan, place it in front of your shoes to decrease drying time...

TL;DR in English: Remove the laces from your shoes and put them in a sock. Stuff your shoes into a pillowcase and twist the end. Place your shoes and laces into the washer with detergent. Wash your shoes on "Delicate" and "Cold. Air-dry your shoes for 1 day in a cool, dry location.
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This page features several Microsoft Office subscriptions for Windows and Mac OS X that include PowerPoint. You can make a one-time purchase of Office for your home computer, or subscribe to Office for one or more computers for a monthly fee.  Click on “Try for Free” to gain free access to PowerPoint for a 30-day trial period. After the trial period ends, your credit card will be charged the monthly subscription fee for Office. Go to the Office setup page at https://setup.office.com/ and enter your 25-character product key if you purchased Microsoft Office at an earlier date. The product key can be found in the confirmation email you received at the time you purchased Microsoft Office, or inside the Office product package. You must be signed into Microsoft to download and install PowerPoint. Select the option to register for a Microsoft account if you don’t already have one, then follow the on-screen instructions to create an account.  This opens the setup wizard, which you’ll use to set up Office and PowerPoint on your computer. PowerPoint will be installed on your computer by default, since this program is already part of Microsoft Office.  PowerPoint will open, and you can now start creating presentations.

TL;DR in English: Navigate to the Microsoft Office product page at https://products.office.com/en-us/buy/compare-microsoft-office-products. Select the option to purchase the Office package of your choice. Sign in using your Microsoft login credentials. Click on “Install,” then select the option to save the Microsoft Office installation file to your computer. Double-click on the Office installation file. Follow the on-screen instructions in the Office installer to install the application suite. Click on the Start menu when the setup wizard informs you installation is complete. Type “PowerPoint” into the search bar, then select the program in search results.
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Tie a small overhand knot if you created holes. Make sure you took into account the slack needed to attach the string. Use a hot glue gun or superglue to attach the string. Glue your string behind the front of the patch to create a sleeker look. Eyepatches are classic accessories for a variety of costumes. Slip the eyepatch over your head and you have your very own eyepatch. For decorations, you can color onto the patch using a white marker. A classic costume decor is the pirates flag.

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Take a look at your tree. If it's dying, it's best to call an arborist or landscaping company as soon as possible. They will be able to evaluate whether you need to remove the tree and the steps you can take next. If you notice that the tree is dying, it's best to

Cut the root where you marked. Grab the cut end and pull the root towards you. Install a barrier. Fill in the hole. Monitor the tree in the upcoming days.

A stock exchange is a market where you can buy and sell stocks. There are multiple exchanges both in the US and around the world. When studying the stock market, you should make sure that you are aware of the trends in each exchange. While some companies trade among various exchanges, others may only trade on one.  The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is the largest exchange in the world. Stocks on the NYSE are generally considered to be more stable and less risky. Large industrial firms tend to trade more on NYSE. NASDAQ is the second largest. It is traded electronically. Companies on NASDAQ tend to be more volatile but also have more growth potential. Technology companies tend to trade more on NASDAQ than NYSE. The London Stock Exchange (LSE) is the main hub for the UK market. It is also traded electronically. The Toronto Stock Exchange is the main Canadian exchange while the Australian Securities Exchange is the main Australian one. These are much smaller than the American and British exchanges. You may also want to pay attention to other international exchanges, such as the Tokyo Stock Exchange or EuroNext. Stock indexes are companies that compile all of the changes in individual stock exchanges. This data is put into graphs that show whether the market rose, fell, or stayed stable that day. Stock indexes are a great way to see how well general markets are doing at a specific time. These indexes are all available online.  The 2 most important indexes in the United States are the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) and the Standard and Poor’s 500 (S&P 500). Most financial websites will contain these 2 indexes. Some stock indexes are focused on particular regions. The Nikkei 225, for example, represents the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Others, such as the S&P Global 100, compare multiple regions. Stock indexes represent how well the market is doing in real time. For example, the Financial Times Stock Exchange (FTSE), which represents the LSE, is updated every 15 seconds. Stocks can rise and fall rapidly, so it is...

TL;DR in English: Pay attention to major stock exchanges. Read the major stock indexes regularly. Look at the change and percentage change for markets each day. Read the news for outside factors that can influence the market.
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This is the surest way to identify a dead hermit crab. If your hermit crab dies, it will begin to decompose – and its carcass will begin to smell putrid. If you can't smell anything, pick the crab out of the tank to get a closer whiff. If you smell a salty, rotten scent, there's a good chance that your crab has passed away. Hermit crabs periodically shed their exoskeleton, and this process often involves losing body parts. The crabs are immobile for a short time while it regains muscle control and its new exoskeleton hardens up. If you disturb your crab while it is molting, you may seriously endanger it – so be patient. Assume molting before death. This can be a sign that the crab is dead, or it can just be a by-product of the molting process. If you find what appear to be a dead crab next to a shell, have a closer look to see if it is just an exoskeleton. If is it hollow and crumbles easily, it is an old exoskeleton. Look inside the nearby shell, and you might find a freshly-molted crab hiding out. If the immobile crab is obviously not an exoskeleton, try picking it up to see if it moves. If it does not react, it's probably dead. If you can't figure out whether your crab is dead, move it to a new location and note exactly how it is positioned. Try placing food on the other side of the tank to give the crab a motivation to move. Leave the tank, then come back to check within the next few hours. If the crab moved while you were gone, then you know it's alive. If not, it may be sleeping or molting. It is perfectly natural for hermit crabs to bury themselves; this can indicate that the crab is molting, or just that it feels threatened. Smooth the sand around his hiding spot, then look for tracks to get an idea if he is coming up at night for food. If it has been weeks since your crab buried itself, you can carefully sweep off a bit of sand from around his hiding spot to check for a rotting smell.

TL;DR in English: Sniff around for a fishy, rotten smell. Assume that your crab is molting. Notice when a crab is laying outside its shell without any signs of transitioning. Move the crab and observe the results. Keep an eye on a buried crab.
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Remove the contents of the envelope. This is only to melt the adhesive from the stamp. >1000 watt- Microwave for around 10 seconds 700-950 watt- Microwave for around 15-20 seconds Peel off the stamp from the envelope. If it does not come off easily, repeat step 2.

TL;DR in English: Empty envelope. Place in microwave. Peel.
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As your students work on their persuasive essays in class, walk among them, reading what they have so far and offering suggestions. This will help your students stay on track as they write, and prevents them from getting to the end of the writing process before they realize they might be doing something wrong. As your students are writing, have them swap their work with classmates for peer editing. Requiring your students to read one another's writing will give them a chance to view persuasive writing objectively. It also requires them to determine what is effective and what is not. They can apply what they learn from reading their classmates' work to their own writing. You may want to set aside a portion of your class time for this activity to help keep students focused on the task and prevent the class from getting too out of hand. Once your students have finished drafting their essays, let them turn them in to you for review. Allowing your students to submit their essays to you once before they “officially” submit them gives them a chance to get written feedback from you and incorporate that feedback before their essays are graded. Once your students have formally submitted their assignments, schedule some time for them to meet in small groups with their classmates to discuss their assignment. They can tell their classmates what they wrote about, what they found difficult and easy about the assignment, and how they might improve next time.

TL;DR in English: Walk around and read your students' work. Encourage your students to talk to fellow students. Edit your students' work. Plan a small-group assessment.
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For smaller roots, like those that are less than an inch (2.54 cm) in diameter, you can use regular gardening shears or gardening scissors to cut the root. If you are cutting a larger root, you'll need to use a special tool -- a root saw or a mechanical reciprocating saw. You can purchase these saws at home and gardening stores or online. Some store locations will allow you to rent reciprocating saws for a daily rate. Grab the loose end of the root and pull it towards you until it tears free from the ground. If the root is embedded deeply into the ground, you may need to dig up more soil around the root. Once you're done, discard the root, and continue doing this to the other roots that you're cutting. To keep the root from growing back, put in a barrier under the soil before you fill in the hole. Use a heavy duty plastic tree root barrier, and install it 30-inches (76 centimeters) below the surface of the soil. You can purchase a plastic tree root barrier at most lawn and garden centers. Fill the hole you've made with mulch or fertilizer purchased from the store. As an alternative to mulch, you can also fill your trench with grass seeds or sod if you want grass in the area. Take your cut tree's roots and dispose of them. Take a look at your tree on a daily basis and evaluate its health. If branches are starting to die and fall off, it could be a sign that you've done too much root damage and have killed your tree. This is dangerous because it could cause the tree to fall. If this is the case, you'll have to remove the entire tree. If you notice that the tree is dying, it's best to call an arborist or landscaping company as soon as possible. They will be able to evaluate whether you need to remove the tree and the steps you can take next.

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Begin your bibliography entry with the director's name. Provide the title of the series and episode. List the original air date and network. Close with a URL, if applicable. Change punctuation for in-text footnotes.

It's the blue-and-white "f" icon typically found on the home screen or in the app drawer. One of these options will appear at the top of the screen below the story icons. It's the green photo icon below the typing area. This opens your phone or tablet's camera roll. If you haven't yet given Facebook permission to access your photos, follow the on-screen instructions to do so when prompted. The photos you select will appear in the album in the order they're selected. It's at the top-right corner. It's near the top of the screen just below your name. It's the first option at the top of the menu. The album's title is mandatory, but the description is optional. Tap the Album name field to enter a descriptive name for your album, and the Add a description field (optional) to type anything else you'd like to include about the photos. The privacy menu is just below the "Description" field. It'll be set to your default post privacy setting by default. If you want to change who can see your album, tap the menu and select one of these options:   Public (anyone on Facebook)  Friends (your Facebook friends)  Friends except… (all friends except any you add to a list)  Specific friends (only friends you add to a list)  Only me (private) If you'd like certain Facebook friends to be able to contribute their own photos to this album, slide the "Add Contributors" switch to the On (blue) position, and then tap Choose Friends to select some friends. If not, leave this switch alone. This prepares the selected photos for your new album. This uploads the selected photos and adds them to your new album. You'll find your album in the Photos section of your profile.

TL;DR in English: Open the Facebook app on your Android, iPhone, or iPad. Tap What's on your mind? or Write something here. Tap Photo/Video. Select photos to include in the album. Tap Done when you're finished. Tap the + Album button. Tap + Create Album. Enter an album title and description. Select an audience. Allow friends to add photos (optional). Tap Save (iPhone/iPad) or CREATE (Android). Tap Upload (iPhone/iPad) or Post (Android).
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Coming out is hard enough, so avoid giving your parents your letter during an argument or during a period of crisis. Try not to use coming out as a weapon or way to shock them, and avoid using alcohol or drugs before giving them the letter or discussing it with them. For example, if a relative is sick or your sibling just got in major trouble, you might want to wait until things settle down before giving them your letter. If you're sending them an email, you could attach links to online resources that can inform them and help them process the news. You could also print out information and include it with your printed or handwritten letter.  Parents are often afraid that their LGBTQ children will face prejudice, violence, contract diseases, or never live a happy life. Providing them with information can ease their fears and help them understand that you'll be happier if you can be open and honest about yourself. You can find plenty of excellent websites online. Check out University of Southern California's resources for parents and family. PFLAG (formerly known as Parents, Family, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) also offers lots of helpful information. Give them your letter in person, mail it, or send your email, then let them digest the news on their own terms. Be patient, and understand that they might need a little while to process and, hopefully, accept what you've written. When you give them the letter, tell them, “I hope you can read this with an open mind, and I hope we can handle what I've written about patiently and honestly. Please take all the time you need to process it.” You and your parents might find that exchanging a few letters is the best way to handle the situation. Eventually, try to have a face to face conversation with them. Once you've broken the ice in writing, you might find it easier to talk to them in person. If your parent lives far away, talk to them on the phone. The next time you see them, have a face to face conversation.

TL;DR in English: Choose a stress-free time to give them your letter. Provide them with educational resources. Give them time and space to process your letter. Try to follow up with a conversation.
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Avoid exerting yourself after your surgery. Rest for 3 to 5 days with a laparoscopic surgery. For an open appendectomy, you'll need to wait 10 to 14 days. You won't be able to return to normal activities until this time is up, and you may need to avoid strenuous activity for 4-6 weeks. If you're coughing or laughing, place a pillow over your abdomen. Press down lightly to support your appendix. You can also use this technique when you need to move. While antibiotics don't directly affect pain, they help rid your body of infection, which may be causing pain. Take any antibiotics given to you as prescribed by your doctor. Make sure you finish the round. Your doctor will likely give you a prescription for pain medications like morphine, hydromorphone, or oxycodone. If they don't, ask for one. Talk to your doctor about what over-the-counter medications are appropriate, as well, and follow any directions given to you by your doctor. While you'll likely be taking pain medications, taking your mind off the pain can help, as well. With guided imagery, close your eyes, and imagine yourself in some place you love. Fill your head up with that image. Think about what you see, smell, taste, hear, and smell. Focus on each sensation in turn. Similarly, try distracting yourself with things you enjoy, like good music, chatting with friends, or a quiet activity like crocheting.

TL;DR in English: Rest after your surgery. Use pressure to reduce pain when moving. Take your antibiotics. Use pain medications provided by your doctor. Try guided imagery.
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Place parchment paper or a silicone pad across the baking sheet to prevent sticking. Beat until soft peaks form. Continue beating until the egg white peaks turn stiff. Fold into the egg whites. Mix to combine. Fold into the egg white mixture. For each cookie, you'll need two level teaspoonfuls of batter. Leave room between each of the cookies to allow for slight spreading. Bake for 6 to 7 minutes or until the edges appear golden. While the cookies are baking, oil the handle of a wooden spoon; this will be used to roll the cookies up into sticks. Let cool on the cookie sheet for 2 to 3 seconds. Slide each rolled cookie off and onto a wire cooling rack. If they cool too quickly to be rolled as you're working through them, simply place the sheet back into the warm oven (no longer switched on) for up to a minute to just warm. Then remove and repeat until all cookies have been rolled into sticks. If wished, tie a small gold or silver cord around each cinnamon stick and tie in a bow. This is optional but very pretty, especially for gift-giving or a seasonal party.

TL;DR in English: Preheat the oven to 350ºF/180ºC. Beat the egg whites in a small bowl. Add the sugar gradually to the beaten egg whites. Mix the flour and cinnamon together. Stir the oil of cinnamon into the melted butter. Use a teaspoon to transfer the batter to the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly across the sheet. Place in the preheated oven. Remove from the oven. Working quickly and with care, wrap the cooling cookies around the oiled spoon handle. Keep making the rolled cookies. Finish up.
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List the director's last name, then a comma, then the director's first name. Place a comma after the director's first name, then type the abbreviation "dir." for "director." Example: Mayberry, Russ, dir. After the name of the director, type the title of the show or series in italics, followed by a period. Then type the season and episode numbers, separated by a comma. Place a comma after the episode number, then type the title of the episode in quotation marks. Type a period at the end of the episode title, inside the closing quotation marks. Example: Mayberry, Russ, dir. The Brady Bunch. Season 3, episode 10, "Her Sister's Shadow." If you watched a recording of the episode or saw it online, search for series and episode information to find out the original air date. Type the word "Aired" followed by the date in month-day-year format. Place a comma after the date, then use the word "on" to introduce the name of the network where the episode originally aired. Place a period after the name of the network. Example: Mayberry, Russ, dir. The Brady Bunch. Season 3, episode 10, "Her Sister's Shadow." Aired November 19, 1971, on ABC. If you watched the episode online, include the URL where the episode can be found at the end of your bibliographic citation. Place a period at the end of the URL. Example: Mayberry, Russ, dir. The Brady Bunch. Season 3, episode 10, "Her Sister's Shadow." Aired November 19, 1971, on ABC. https://www.hulu.com/the-brady-bunch. Chicago style uses footnotes after any mention of the source in the text of your paper. The information in the footnote is the same as the information in your bibliographic entry, except that the elements of the citation are all separated by commas rather than periods. You also provide the name of the director in first name-last name format. Place a period at the end of your footnote. Example: Russ Mayberry, dir., The Brady Bunch, season 3, episode 10, "Her Sister's Shadow," aired November 19, 1971, on ABC, https://www.hulu.com/the-brady-bunch.

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Consider your dog's breed. Notice if your puppy bites harder than his litter mates. Switch from auditory to visual or physical commands to test your pup’s hearing. Check to see if your puppy's ears move in response to noise. Notice if the habits and tendencies of your grown dog start to change.

If you haven't already sought help for your depression, it's vital that you do so and don't try to go through this alone. There are many common symptoms associated with depression. If you identify with one or more of those listed below, seek advice from your doctor. Signs of depression include:  An inability to function normally in everyday life. Feelings of loneliness and losing relationships with friends. Inability to enjoy activities you once loved, such as reading, playing video games, drawing, etc. Lethargy, fatigue, and the feeling that doing things takes a lot of your energy. Persistent sadness, including fits of crying either uncontrollably or being set off easily, feelings of anxiety or emptiness. Feeling blue, sad, and down consistently over a period of at least two weeks. Feelings of worthlessness, self-blame and a lack of self esteem. Sleeping a large more or less than usual, or experiencing insomnia. Unusual weight gain or loss, overeating, or appetite loss. Finding thinking or concentrating difficult, "foggy" thinking, inability to make clear decisions or forgetfulness.  Pessimism, or feeling a sense that life is hopeless, pointless and futile. This may even lead to a feeling of numbness. Body pains, cramps, digestive problems, headaches, and other aches that don't go away with medication or treatment. These may appear "for no reason".  Being irritable or restless a great deal of the time.  Suicidal thoughts, thoughts about dying, or attempts at suicide. Some depression results from, or is a side effect of, medical conditions or treatment for other medical conditions. In some cases, medical conditions can mimic depression. It's important for your doctor to identify any physical causes for depression that require specific treatments or to eliminate other reasons for your condition. Common medical conditions that might trigger depression include:   Vitamin or mineral deficiencies, especially for people on restrictive diets. B vitamins are associated with depression, although it's unclear whether...

TL;DR in English: Look for the signs of depression. Have your doctor explore possible medical causes behind your depression. Research depression to get a full understanding. Try talk therapy. Consider taking prescription medication. Try alternative therapies or remedies.
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You might want to ask the seller or salesperson questions like, “Does this car have any issues you know about?”  If you’re dealing with a private seller, you might ask, “Why are you selling the car?”  The answers may help you learn more about the car and what you can expect if you buy it. Sites like Carfax and AutoCheck are useful for searching vehicle history reports.  Just enter the vehicle identification number to find information regarding a specific car.  This information can help you piece together a more comprehensive picture of the car’s history, including who the previous owners were and whether the vehicle has any liens against it. Check the car’s odometer, too.  Vehicle history reports should show an odometer reading that is less than its current reading. There are a number of elements that you should check before buying a used car with cash.  For instance, pop the hood and look for leaky or oil-splattered engine parts.  Check the tires.  If they’re bald, express your concern and ask the seller if they would consider fitting the car with new tires before you purchase it. If the seller disallows such an inspection, it is likely because the car has some hidden problem.  If your independent mechanic finds a problem with the vehicle, bring it to the attention of the seller.  If they say they didn’t know about it (and if the issue is not a deal breaker for you), use the issue in your negotiations later to obtain a lower price for the vehicle. If the car is a certified pre-owned vehicle, it has already been inspected and has a warranty, so there is no reason to take it to a mechanic. Giving the used car a test drive is the best way to determine if it really is the car for you.  During your test drive, evaluate the car’s performance.  Ensure that the seats are comfortable and easily adjustable. Test the heat, air conditioning, headlights, and blinkers. Determine the ease of driving.  The brakes and steering wheel should be responsive. Look for warning lights on the dash panel. Check for blind spots by...

TL;DR in English: Ask the seller questions about the car’s performance and history. Check vehicle history reports to learn more about the car. Look the car over. Have the vehicle inspected by an independent mechanic. Test-drive the car. Ask to see service records.
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if you have all of the ingredients. Most frostings require simple ingredients such as butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream. There are lots of different recipes to choose from when it comes to creating a frosting, so peruse your pantry and see which ingredients you can turn into a frosting for your cupcakes. For example, you can create a simple frosting using heavy cream and semi-sweet chocolate. Visit your local grocery store to pick up a container of frosting, available in flavors like chocolate and vanilla. 1 container should be plenty of frosting to ice mini cupcakes.  Buy vanilla frosting and use food coloring to make it a different color, if desired. Store-bought frosting works best when you spread it directly onto the cupcake with a spreading knife. to frost the cupcakes in a quick and elegant way. Fill a disposable decorating bag (or just a resealable plastic bag) with the frosting. Cut off the bottom tip of the bag, and then squeeze the frosting out in a swirl on top of the cupcake.  Test your piping abilities out beforehand by squeezing the frosting out onto a napkin or plate before frosting the cupcakes, if desired. When cutting off the bottom tip, make a small cut. You can always make the cut bigger if you want more frosting to come out at once. Dip a spreading knife into your frosting and start layering the frosting onto the cupcake. Smooth the frosting out over the cupcake so that the entire top is covered, going around in circles with your spreading knife until you're satisfied with how it looks. Since they're mini cupcakes, you won't need to scoop out a ton of frosting—1 small spoonful should do the trick. You can add sprinkles, candies, or any other small edibles onto the cupcakes. It's best to add the embellishments right after you've added the frosting. If the frosting has already hardened, things like sprinkles or small edible flowers won't be able to easily stick to the frosting. You can find cupcake embellishments at your local grocery store, right next to the cake batter mix...

TL;DR in English: Make your own frosting Buy store-bought frosting for a quick fix. Create a piping bag Use a spreading knife to decorate each cupcake with a flat layer of frosting. Add any embellishments onto the mini cupcakes, if desired.
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You don't really need much water, but try to put an inch-and-a-half in the bottom of the pot, and put it on the heat. If you use too much water, it will take forever to boil, but don't use too little, or it'll evaporate before you can open the envelope. As you wait for the water to boil get ready with your envelope. With the side of the envelope with the opening flap facing down towards the water, find a spot where you can gently ease your thumb under the flap. A good spot is at the very end of either side of the flap, because some envelopes don't have any glue there. Be gentle, you don't want to tear the paper. Once the steam saturates the envelope (it will feel hot, damp and limp), the glue will melt, and the envelope will open.  Don't hold the paper in the steam for too long. You'll get it all soggy and give the game away. Hold the envelope over the steam for about 15 seconds, then start trying to open it, returning to the steam if it is still stuck.  Consider using a skewer instead of your thumb or finger to peel the flap up. It allows for more precise control and is especially effective if you place the skewer vertically underneath the flap at one end and twirl it along the length of the flap.

TL;DR in English: Put a pot of water on to boil. Hold the envelope over the boiling water. Apply constant light pressure on the flap.
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Certain breeds have a higher risk of congenital deafness (being born deaf) than other breeds. These includes Dalmatians, Australian cattle dogs, Cocker spaniels, English setters, Beagles, Border terriers, Boston terriers, English bulldogs, poodles, Papillons, Pointers, Rhodesian ridgebacks, and Shetland sheepdogs. Keep in mind that regardless of breed, all puppies are deaf until around 10-14 days of age. After this point, their ear canals open up and they should have full hearing. He may not be able to hear their squeals that will indicate to him that he is being too rough. If your puppy is deaf, he may also be the last in the litter to feed because he will not hear the food bowls being put down. While his litter mates may quickly respond to the rustle of the food bag, a deaf puppy will likely be oblivious to the sound or stay asleep. In general, deaf puppies are harder to train because they don't hear your commands. But, you need to distinguish between downright disobedience and deafness in your pup by using visual commands. For example, if during play your puppy bites too hard - instead of squealing or yelling, try blowing hard on his face while at the same time holding up a hand in the "stop" position. If the puppy is obedient, but deaf, he will quickly learn that a palm facing towards him means an unpleasant puff on his face, and ease off on the biting. A deaf puppy's ears aren't as mobile as a hearing dog’s. Whereas a hearing dog moves his ears to localize a sound, making them prick up or twitch to one side, a deaf puppy does not do this. As part of the ageing process, dogs can lose their hearing and go deaf.  Your dog may be going deaf if he does not wake up like he usually does when you get home from work, or if he is no longer afraid of loud sounds like the vacuum cleaner, thunderstorms, or fireworks. An older dog going deaf also may not as obedient as he once was, failing to come when called, or not responding to commands when he cannot see you or understand you by looking, rather than hearing. A dog...

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Talk to administrators. Ask parents to get involved. Use social media to gather support. Let people contribute in their own way. Ensure that improvements continue.

Stand straight with your feet shoulder width apart. Step forward with one foot, stepping one foot a normal walking step ahead of the other. Instead of lowering your foot all the way down to the ground, touch just your heel to the ground with your toes flexed toward the ceiling. Gently lower your toes toward the ground, but don't touch the sole of your foot to the ground. Raise your toes back up and return to your beginning stance. Do 10–15 reps on this side. Next, switch legs and repeat on the other side. Do 10–15 reps on that side as well. Grab a towel or exercise band. Sit on the floor with your legs stretched out in front of you. Wrap the exercise band or towel around the arch of the foot on the leg that is straight out. Using the towel or band, pull your foot toward you. Hold for 10–15 seconds. Repeat two to three times on each foot. This can also be used to alleviate shin splints. Sit on the floor near a table or stationary object. Using a resistance band, wrap the band around the stable surface, such as a table leg. Loop the other side of the resistance band around the top of one of your feet. Once it is looped, pull your foot toward your knee, pulling against the resistance band. Hold for 10–15 seconds. Do 10–15 reps on one leg. Change feet and repeat the reps. Do three sets in all.  This exercise strengthens your lower leg and helps reduce the recurrence of shin splints. You can increase your strength by using heavier resistance bands or increasing to 20-30 reps. Stand with your heel together and toes pointed out. Slowly raise up onto your toes. After a few seconds, slowly lower yourself back down. Repeat 10–15 times. This exercise strengthens your calf muscles and helps promote balance. You can perform another kind of calf raise to strengthen a different set of calf muscles. Start with your big toes touching and your heels far apart. Slowly raise up onto your toes as high as you can go. After a few seconds, lower yourself back down. Repeat 10–15 times. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. Start...

TL;DR in English: Try heel step-downs. Perform calf stretches. Do shin resistance exercises. Perform calf raises. Walk on your heels.
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You need to know exactly what you want to happen when you have the conversation. Do you want to go to a dance? Do you want a later curfew? Do you want to go out to a special dinner with your parents? Think about what you want from the conversation. It can even help to write it down. Make sure you have all the important details. Having details will help you answer questions. Answering questions will calm your parents down. For instance, if you want to spend the night at friend's house, you'll need to know if her parents will be there, when the night will start, what you'll need to bring, and when your parents can pick you up. It also might help to have a phone number for your friend's parents. That way, your parents can call her parents. You don't want to talk when your parents are busy. Pick a time when they have a moment to sit down with you. It should be a time when you can have their full attention. If you can't figure out a time, ask your parents when a good time would be. If you keep trying to draw it out, you're just going to get more nervous. As soon as you get your parents together, just begin what you have to say.  For instance, you could start by saying, "I have something I want to discuss with you, and I hope you will keep an open mind. I'd like to go to the dance this Saturday night." If you absolutely can't get it out right away, it's okay to start the conversation with something else, as long as you get to the point eventually. A good way to convince someone to do something is to tell the person what good it will do them.Think about how your parents will benefit from what you are doing, and bring that up.  As an example, if you're trying to get your parents to let you go out for a night, you could say, "As an added bonus, you'd get the house all to yourself!" Another example is if you're trying to get your parents to eat out somewhere, mention their favorite dishes. If you try to lie or give a half truth, your parents may not trust you in the future if they find out. Plus, they know you pretty...

TL;DR in English: Decide what you want your parents to do. Write down what you want to say. Pick a good time and place. Begin talking. Let them know what's in it for them. Speak the truth. Talk about yourself. Back up what you say. Hear your parents out. Be civil.
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There is compelling scientific evidence that a plant-based diet, comprised of vegetables, legumes and whole grains is considerably healthier than the typical meat-eater's diet.  This shows up in several different metrics that you can mention to make a strong case:   Life expectancy: Studies show that a vegetarian diet is linked to lower death rates and longer life expectancy. Geographical and historical studies have shown that societies with low meat consumption, such as those in the Russian Caucasus or the Hunzakuts of Pakistan, live considerably longer (generally over 80 years old) than societies (such as the Eskimos or the Greenlanders) that have the highest meat consumption in the world.   Cancer: There is evidence to suggest that vegetarians have about half the cancer risk of meat-eaters. Red meat and processed meats like hot dogs, ham, sausages or bacon, in particular, have been labeled by the World Health Organization as carcinogenic to humans.   Heart disease.  Studies have shown that vegetarians have a lower risk of obesity and coronary heart disease. This is often attributed to the fact that vegetarian diets are generally lower in fat than non-vegetarian diets.  However, eating more vegetables, legumes, and whole grains can actually decrease cholesterol levels, which is a primary indicator for coronary artery disease. A plant-based diet can be delicious and nutritious, sufficient even for top athletes who burn a lot of calories and seek to build muscle. Emphasizing the positive aspects of vegetarianism, such as how it might increase well-being, is a good way to convince people rather than making them feel guilty about their choices.  Terms like "conscious" or "compassionate" eating may be more appealing to some people as they emphasize the positive consequences of making certain food choices rather than requiring them to fit into the strict category of being "vegetarian". Meat is expensive and is generally the highest priced item on grocery bills. A recently published study suggests that vegetarians...

TL;DR in English: Present the health benefits of a vegetarian diet. Emphasize the positive aspects of vegetarianism. Mention that becoming vegetarian can save money.
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Place your index and middle fingers over the inside center of your inner elbow. When you press lightly you should be able to feel the pulse of your brachial artery from this position. If you have difficultly locating your pulse, place the head of the stethoscope (the round piece at the end of the tube) in the same general area and listen until you can hear your heartbeat. Tuck the cuff end through the metal loop and slide it onto your upper arm. The cuff should be roughly 1 inch (2.5 cm) above the bend of your elbow and should be evenly tight around your arm. Make sure that your skin is not pinched by the cuff as you wrap it securely. The cuff should have heavy duty velcro on it, which will hold the cuff closed. If you can wiggle the two fingertips under the top edge but cannot wedge your full fingers beneath the cuff, the cuff is tight enough. If you can wedge your full fingers under the cuff then you need to open up the cuff and pull it tighter before closing it again. The head should be face down, with the wide part of the chest piece in contact with the skin. It should be positioned directly over the pulse of your brachial artery that you found earlier. Also place the stethoscope earpieces in your ears. The earpieces should face forward and point toward the tip of your nose. The gauge needs to be positioned where you can see it. Hold the gauge lightly in the palm of your left hand if taking your own blood pressure. If taking someone else's blood pressure, you can hold the gauge in whatever position you want as long as you can see the face of the gauge clearly. You should hold the pump in your right hand. Turn the screw on the pump bulb clockwise to close the airflow valve, if necessary.

TL;DR in English: Locate your pulse. Wrap the cuff around your arm. Check the tightness of the cuff by slipping two fingertips underneath. Slide the head of the stethoscope under the cuff. Position the gauge and the pump.
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If you think that your school needs improvement, you can start by talking to its administrators (a principal or headmaster, for example). You might also attend local school board meetings to voice your opinion. Getting administrative support is important not only because many projects will need official approval, but also because it is a way of communicating your concerns. Don’t be shy about asking to meet with your school administrators. If you are serious about improving your school and have some ideas, most will be happy to hear from you. Schools aren’t just places for students to learn—they are also an important cornerstone of any community. Families also care about schools and will want to be involved with any improvements that need to be made. Parents can get together at a Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) meeting, school board meeting, booster club event, or other opportunity and consider ways of helping to improve your school. While some people may not think that social media have educational value, social networks can be a powerful tool for organizing people. Make sure that your school is active on all major social media services. If it isn’t, talk to your school administrators about getting started. Anytime your school has an improvement campaign or project going on, advertise it widely using these services to boost involvement. Many school improvements will need a lot of support. However, this doesn’t mean that everyone has to contribute in the same way. When raising support to improve your school, make sure that people understand there is room for everyone to help. For example:  Some might be great at organizing people, while others will have talents in writing or design. Some will be able to devote time during school hours only, while others will have more time after school hours or on weekends. Some might be able to get involved on the school grounds itself, while others might be great at gathering support for your school within the surrounding community (by fundraising, for example). Efforts to...

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Open your Android's  Settings. Tap Wi-Fi. Select a network. Tap and hold the Wi-Fi network name. Tap Modify network. Tap Advanced options. Tap Manual. Change your proxy's settings. Tap Save.

In places where TB is more common, infants are often vaccinated with the bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) vaccine against TB. The vaccine is not routinely given in the US, but if you expect to be at a higher risk, then ask your doctor if it is likely to be useful for you. You may be at a higher risk if:  You will be living and working in a country where TB is more common. You have a lowered immune system making you more vulnerable to contracting TB if you are exposed. People who have a higher risk are those who have HIV/AIDS, who are taking immune suppressing medications, or are receiving chemotherapy. TB is spread through droplets, so if you wear a respirator it lessens your chances of infection if you live with someone who has recently been diagnosed. You cannot wear just any surgical or medical mask, however. You must wear a specific respirator mask (such as N95 disposable respirators) to protect yourself from TB.  The person with TB should also wear a respirator. Keep the respirator on for the first three weeks of treatment. In addition, the infected person should:  Open windows to ventilate the room she is in. Sleep in a separate room to reduce the amount of time you spend breathing the same air. Stay home from work or school. The treatment requires a long course of medications, but it is important that they be completed without skipping any doses. This protects both the infected person and those around him, because:  It reduces the likelihood of the bacteria developing resistance to the medications. Drug resistant strains are much more difficult to eradicate if they spread to others.

TL;DR in English: Discuss the vaccine with your doctor. Wear a respirator around a family member with TB. Help a loved one with TB finish the entire course of treatment.
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When it comes to illustrating, you need to keep the dimensions of your pages in mind to make the most of it. This includes leaving enough space for the text, and making your drawings big enough that they occupy an acceptable amount of space on the page. To get a better grasp of this, it's a good idea to make miniature 'storyboards' to visualize how big certain objects on the page should be when compared to others. Doing a double-page illustration (where one panel of the story encompasses two pages to make a larger image) is an ambitious move if this is your first time making a picture book, but it's perfect for climactic parts of the story that somehow warrant more than a single frame. Before you even set them to paper in a serious way, you should have a very clear idea how you want your art to occupy space on the page. Having a notebook on the side to plan out and develop your ideas freehand is far preferred over jumping into the picture book impromptu. While you're planning out the illustrations, try to make them as close and applicable to the writing as possible. Whenever you're left in doubt, refer to what you've written in the story. Try to keep a consistent tone and style throughout the book. A picture book that goes all over the place will stand a much weaker chance of making an impression than one that drives the same point consistently. The vast majority of stories center around the exploits of characters. For most traditional narratives, you'll need to get really good at drawing (and redrawing) a handful of characters. It is recommended you spend some time practicing your character designs once you have a basic framework for your story. The more you draw the character, the more chances you'll have to get the look right and change things if need be. Visual design is incredibly important for characters in picture books. If you have trouble visualizing what your story's characters look like, try meditating and letting the story play out in your head. Failing that, studying the character design in other...

TL;DR in English: Outline a storyboard. Organize and develop your illustration ideas. Design and practice drawing your characters. Add dimension to the illustrations. Draw your finished illustrations on high-quality paper. Draw up a title page.
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Close your eyes from time to time and picture what your life will be like after you've achieved your goal. Tell yourself that you've already received the goal, and imagine what your mind, home, relationships, and thoughts will be like when you get the thing you wanted the most. This is a great motivational tactic, especially when you're feeling down and like you'll never be able to make your dreams come true. Visualizing the excitement and joy that will fill your life once you achieve your goals will make them feel much more attainable. If you want to succeed in making your dreams come true, then you can't be a Negative Nancy whenever something goes wrong or when your dream seems insurmountable. You have to keep your head up, believe in yourself, and trudge on forward. It's perfectly natural to have some doubts and to question yourself along the way, but in the end, you have to have faith in your abilities, because if you don't believe in yourself, then no one else will.  Keeping up a positive attitude will go a long way in helping you maintain your confidence. If you only imagine the worst that can happen in any situation, then it'll be more likely to occur. Likewise, a negative attitude can also interfere with your confidence. Though it's important to be persistent about following your dreams and achieving your goals, you have to remember to take some breaks and allow yourself to rest and stay calm. You don't want to fill yourself with anxiety, cut back on sleep, or forget to have fun with your friends. In fact, slowing down and relaxing every once in a while will actually make you more eager to achieve your goals when it's time to return to them.  Meditation can help you stay calm, feel at peace, and work on visualizing your goals. Yoga is also great for connecting your mind and body, and helping you let go of any hang-ups that are gnawing at you and preventing you from reaching your potential. It's important to stay happy and healthy throughout the process and to never forget to take care of yourself, no...

TL;DR in English: Visualize success. Maintain your confidence. Don't forget to make time for relaxation. Learn from failure. Accept constructive criticism along the way. Make the necessary sacrifices. Remove any hurdles that stand in your way. Drop the excuses. Reevaluate your dream if you can't achieve it.
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Just like the one-legged wall flip, it will be a lot easier to execute a two-step wall flip if you already know some basic acrobatic and gymnastic flips. A back handspring, a back tuck, and even a front tuck will all help you recognize the leg and arm movements needed to safely execute a wall flip.  As always, when first practicing a wall flip, use some soft tumbling mats and a trained and qualified spotter to help keep you from injuring yourself as you flip. Run up to the wall a bit faster than you did for the one-legged wall flip. With a two-step wall flip, deciding which foot to start your steps with lies more with personal preference rather than a clear cut right or left step. For example, if you are a righty, your right foot will be your dominant foot. You may want to take your first step using your right foot so you can get a lot of height in your first jump up the wall. However, you may want to take your first step with your left foot, so your dominant foot can push off the wall and provide better control in your flip. It all depends on what’s more comfortable for you.  As you run to the wall, you should pump your arms like you’re sprinting, rather than swinging your arms from behind and up as you did in the one-legged wall flip.  In order to figure out what will be most comfortable for you, practice running at the wall and using both your right and left foot as your first step. With the one-legged wall flip, incorporating your arm swing was a lot more important, since you needed that extra momentum for the quick flip off the wall. With the two step wall flip, your first step is going to give you the vertical height to perform your flip a bit slower, where you don’t need as much added height momentum from your arms. Jump off of your ground foot, and plant your other foot on the wall at about hip height. As you push up and off of your planted foot, fully extend your leg and keep your chest straight and vertical. Extending your leg is going to give you maximum height for your flip. Be sure to keep your...

TL;DR in English: Conquer prerequisite aerobatic moves. Run toward the wall. Plant your first step foot on the wall. Plant your second foot. Initiate the back flip. Landing the flip.
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This gear-shaped app is in the App Drawer. You'll find this option near the top of the Settings screen. Tap the network to which you want to connect via proxy.  Skip this step if you're already connected to the network. You'll need to enter the password for the network if it isn't one you've connected to before. This will open a pop-up menu. It's near the bottom of the pop-up menu. This drop-down box is in the middle of the page. Doing so will allow you to change your proxy's settings manually. Edit the following fields as needed:   Proxy hostname - Edit or replace the address of the proxy.  Proxy port - Change the port through which the proxy connects.  Bypass proxy for - Add addresses that you don't want to use the proxy for. Addresses should be typed with commas, but no spaces, separating them. It's at the bottom of the screen. This will save your settings and exit the proxy menu.

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Try stress-reducing techniques. Quit smoking Laugh. Sleep seven to nine hours at night. Consider reducing your alcohol intake. Check your blood pressure on a regular basis.

This will allow at the salt and sugar to become evenly distributed throughout the flour. If you do not have a food processor, then put everything into a bowl and stir it briskly with a fork. You can also use plain flour instead of all-purpose flour. Start with ¾ cup (180 milliliters) of water; you will be adding the rest later, depending on how dry the dough is. Most food processors should have a spout at the top where you can pour ingredients through without taking the lid off. After a while, the dough should start to come away from the sides of the food processor. If the dough is still too dry and has floury clumps in it, add the rest of the water, one tablespoon at a time. Do this until the dough clumps together and comes away from the walls of the food processor.  If you do not have a food processor, make a hole in the middle of your flour mixture, and pour the lemon juice and water in. Stir it with a fork until the dough clumps together. The lemon juice will help make the dough more elastic and easier to roll out. You won't taste it once you bake the pastry. The square should measure 6 inches (15.24 centimeters) on each side. Do not make the square too thin. This will make the dough easier to work with later. During this time, you can start preparing the butter. Make sure that the butter sticks are touching each other and that the flour is spread evenly across them. Keep doing this until the flour becomes ingrained in the butter. Once you are done mashing, remove the top parchment sheet. The square should measure 8 inches (20.30 centimeters) on each side. Leave it there for one hour. This will allow the butter to cool back down and become more manageable later. You want to end up with a square that it is about 11 inches (27.94 centimeters) on each side. Unwrap the butter and position it so that the corners are touching the flat sides of the dough square. Then, lift the corners of the dough and fold them towards the middle of the butter, creating a square-shaped packet. Do not make it too thin, and make...

TL;DR in English: Mix the flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor for a few seconds. Add the lemon juice and part of the water into the food processor while it is still running. Transfer the dough onto a sheet of plastic wrap and pat it into a square. Wrap the dough up and put it in the refrigerator for one hour. Put unwrapped butter sticks on a sheet of parchment paper and cover them with 2 tablespoons of flour. Cover the flour and butter with another sheet of parchment paper and mash it with a rolling pin. Roll the butter out into a square. Wrap the butter with plastic wrap and put it into the refrigerator. Unwrap the dough and roll it out on a lightly-floured surface. Set the butter in the middle of the and wrap the dough around it. Roll the packet out into a rectangle. Fold the dough into thirds. Turn the dough packet to one side by 90 degrees. Repeat the rolling and folding one more time. Wrap the packet with plastic wrap and put it in the refrigerator. Roll and fold the dough into thirds four more times, chilling it in between. Put the dough into the refrigerator for one hour before baking with it.
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When cleaning an acrylic bathtub, stay away from harsh astringent powders such as Comet and Ajax, as well as harsh chemicals like bleach. Acrylic is a soft material and is therefore easily damaged. These types of products are almost guaranteed to ruin your tub's finish. It's generally a good idea to start with the gentlest cleaning solution available to you and work your way up to more powerful options if that doesn't work. Distilled white vinegar makes an excellent natural cleaning solution, especially on smooth surfaces like acrylic that release stains easily. Fill a spray bottle with vinegar and keep it on hand for routine bathroom cleaning tasks. Apply the vinegar liberally to completely cover the affected area. Lemon juice makes a fine alternative to vinegar if you happen to have some in the refrigerator. As it sits, the acidity in the vinegar will break down mold, grime and discoloration so that they can wiped away with ease. You may even see stains begin to dissolve and run off on their own, before you even begin scrubbing.  Make sure you give the vinegar ample time to begin working. For especially troublesome spots, sprinkle a little baking soda onto the vinegar as it soaks. The yellow side of a normal dish sponge will do the trick. After being soaked with vinegar, dirt and grime should simply lift off with little difficulty. Use a quick back and forth scrubbing motion, and continue treating the stains until they vanish. You can also use specialty scrubbing tools, like the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, which are made from porous melamine foam for added stain-fighting power. Run the faucet for a few minutes to wash away every last trace of dissolved grime and dirty vinegar solution. If you’re cleaning a bathtub with an adjustable shower head, turn it on and direct the stream over the areas you just treated. Once it’s clean, the tub will need to dry so that stain-causing bacteria doesn’t return.  Most bathtub stains are the result of germs that create a filmy residue as they accumulate. Leave the shower...

TL;DR in English: Avoid abrasive chemical cleaners. Spray the stains with vinegar. Allow the vinegar to sit for 10-20 minutes. Wipe away the stains with a soft sponge. Rinse out the inside of the tub.
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Cleaning can be a drag, but the best way to stop your home from smelling like your pets is to clean regularly and stay on top of messes. A good cleaning routine will include regular vacuuming, floor washing, laundry, and dusting. For the best results:  Vacuum three times a week Clean hard floors weekly with a vinegar and water solution Dust weekly Do laundry as necessary when you have a full load Clean carpets every couple of months You may be tempted to leave extra nasty messes for later, but try to act as soon as possible to avoid lingering odors. Pick up solid waste and throw it in the garbage. Blot the mess to absorb excess moisture. Spray the mess with an enzyme cleaner, and let it sit for 30 minutes. Then, blot the area with rags or a cloth and let it air dry. Urine, feces, and vomit can leave especially troublesome smells, so prioritize these for a better smelling home. Pet smells build up over time, so it’s important to stay on top of cleaning and washing. Wash your pet’s bed, fabric toys, leashes, and collars in the washing machine every month. Wash hard toys every month in the sink with soap and water. Water bowls need more frequent attention--wash these with soap and water every week. A well groomed pet not only smells good, but looks good, too. Regularly bathe your pet, clip their nails, and brush their teeth. Keeping up with regular grooming can drastically improve the smell of your house, because fur, dirty nails, and even bad breath can make your house stink.  Brush your pet every day to remove excess fur and dirt. Brush your pet’s teeth at least three times a week for good oral hygiene and fresh breath. Bathe your dog at least once a month, and more for dogs with particularly smelly fur. Pets love to explore. This brings them a lot of joy, but also means that they can track all kinds of stinky substances into the house. To prevent this, leave a towel by the door and always wipe your pet’s paws when it comes inside. This is especially important on rainy and muddy days, or if your pet rolled in...

TL;DR in English: Get into a regular cleaning routine. Clean pet messes immediately. Wash toys, bedding, and accessories regularly. Keep your pet well-groomed. Wipe paws before your pet comes inside. Put a washable cover on furniture. Keep the litter box clean.
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Make sure that the eggs are room temperature. Cold eggs can lead to a tough, over-cooked omelette. You want to break up the yolks until there are no strands or globs left. The mixture should be a little frothy. If you wish, you can add a pinch of salt and a dash of pepper at this point.  Consider adding a few small pieces of cold butter to the beaten eggs. This will result in a richer, fluffier omelette.  For a lighter, fluffier omelette, add a little bit of water to the egg mixture. The steam from the heating water will cause the eggs to fluff up when cooked. Turn on your stove and set the heat to medium. Place the skillet on the burner and drop 2 teaspoons of butter or margarine onto the surface. Using the handle, tilt the skillet around until the entire surface is covered with the melting butter. This will prevent the eggs from sticking to the surface of the pan. If you do not have a skillet, you can use a non-stick frying pan instead. Shake and tilt the skillet so that the egg mixture coats the bottom. As the top of the omelette begins to set, run your spatula around the edges of the omelette. Lift them up slightly to let the uncooked egg flow under the omelette. When the omelette is still runny and shiny on top, sprinkle the cheese down the middle of it. The omelette will continue cooking after you fold it in half. If you wait until the omelette is fully-cooked! the result will be a very dry omelette. Consider adding some other ingredients as well, such as sliced up mushrooms, herbs, or bits of ham. Make sure that any ingredients you add are already cooked (with the exception of cheese and herbs). For more ideas, refer to the section in this article on adding variations to your omelette. Slide the spatula under one part of the omelette and lift, flipping the omelette over onto itself. When the underside of the omelette starts to turn golden brown, take the skillet off the burner. Use a spatula to slide the omelette off the skillet and onto a plate. You can serve the omelette as it is, or you can garnish...

TL;DR in English: Break two eggs into a bowl. Beat the eggs with a fork or whisk. Butter an 8-inch (20.32-centimeter) skillet. Pour the egg mix onto the skillet. Continue spreading the egg around with a spatula. Add the cheese just before the omelette finishes cooking. Fold the omelet in half. Finish cooking the omelette, then transfer it to a plate. Garnish and serve the omelette.
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You can try yoga, listen to calming music, meditate, exercise, or talk to friends to reduce daily stress. Stress can damage your heart function and increase the inflammatory response in your body. It can also affect behaviors that impact your arteries and heart function. For example, many people turn to alcohol, smoking, overeating, and don't have much time for rest or exercise when stressed. This leads to high blood pressure, arterial wall damage and obesity that can all damage your heart function. Try a variety of stress-reducing techniques until you find one that relaxes you. You might also try deep-breathing exercises, massage, hypnosis, or tai chi. . Talk with your doctor about a smoking cessation program that will work with your lifestyle. Or, at least try to reduce smoking, since it contains thousands of chemicals that can seriously damage your heart. Smoking reduces heart function by increasing blood pressure, reducing exercise tolerance and increasing the likelihood that the blood will clot. Nicotine, the addictive compound in cigarettes, is known to increase heart rate and blood pressure. You should also take care to avoid secondhand smoke, which can also damage your heart. Stay in open outdoor areas, upwind from friends and relatives who like to smoke. Laughing can also reduce stress, which improves heart function. Researchers found that the old saying “laughter is the best medicine” holds some truth. They found that people with heart disease were 40 percent less likely to laugh compared to other people of the same age without heart disease. Make it a point to find the things in life that give you joy and make you laugh every day. You might try:  Watching a funny movie or television show Reading comedy books Laughing about the funny things your pet does Spending time around people that make you laugh Sleeping less than six hours a night or more than nine can increase your risk of heart disease and death. But, sleeping seven to nine hours each night leaves you feeling rested and refreshed. More...

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