Pour the coconut milk into a blender. Stir the cocoa powder into the coconut milk. Add the rest of the ingredients, and blend until the mixture is smooth. Taste the mixture and make any adjustments. Freeze the ice cream in an ice cream maker. Serve the ice cream.

When you are first diagnosed with typhoid fever, your doctor will figure out how far along the disease has progressed. If the disease is diagnosed in its early stages, the common treatment is with antibiotics. He will prescribe your antibiotics, which you will take for one to two weeks. Some strains of the bacteria that cause typhoid fever have become very resistant to some antibiotics. This means that your doctor will do thorough laboratory tests to come up with the best treatment plan for the particular strain you have.  The type of antibiotic you are prescribed will vary depending on where you contracted the strain and if you have had it before. The most common antibiotics prescribed include Ciprofloxacin, Ampicillin, Amoxicillin or azithromycin. You may also be prescribed Cefotaxime or Ceftriaxone. These medications are typically prescribes for 10 to 14 days. While symptoms may clear up within a matter of days, it is of the utmost importance that you finish your antibiotic treatment. If you do not take your antibiotics for the prescribed amount of time, you run a serious risk of having the disease return or passing it to others. Once you have finished your antibiotics, see your doctor again for a follow-up test to make sure that you have gotten rid of the infection. In severe cases, you will need immediate hospital admission. The aggressive symptoms you should look for that point to a severe case of typhoid fever are a swollen stomach, severe diarrhea, a fever of 104 degrees or higher, or persistent vomiting. When in the hospital, you will likely be given the same or similar antibiotic treatment, but it will be administered in injectable form while you are in the hospital.  You should see a doctor immediately if you experience any of these intense symptoms. Fluids and nutrients will also be administered to you through an intravenous drip. Most people greatly improve 3-5 days after being admitted to the hospital. However, you may have to stay in the hospital for a few weeks to recover if your case of...

TL;DR in English: Take antibiotics. Take your medications for the prescribed length of time. Get treated in the hospital. Have surgery if necessary.
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If you take bad or blurry pictures, the chances of you selling your item are very slim. Use your iPhone’s camera to take the pictures. Tap "Sell" from the bottom menu. You will be brought to the Sell screen where you will need to provide information on the item you’re selling. Make the ad title eye-catching, short and to the point. Tap "Choose Photos." Upload the pictures you want to use from your camera roll. Make your price realistic and practical for the item you’re selling. If it’s too high, people might ignore it. If it’s too low, people might think it’s a scam. Describe your item accurately. Clearly state if it’s brand-new or used.  A good description will attract more buyers and require less effort to manage questions. Where is the item located?  Buyers will also consider your location and distance from them to determine if they can do meet-ups or ask for shipping. Properly select the category related to your item. It will get better exposure under the right category. Is the item brand-new or used? Once you’ve properly set up the ad, tap "Done" at the top of the screen. Your ad will be sent to Team OLX for review and approval. If you and a buyer make a deal, then you can consider your item sold. Complete the terms of your deal before marking your ad as sold.

TL;DR in English: Take pictures of your item. Put up an ad title. Upload your pictures. Set your price. Provide a detailed description of your item. Set the location. Choose the category. Set the condition of the item. Submit your ad. Sell your item.
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While your dough rests, you can prepare the filling for your momos.  You can make momos with either a meat, vegetable, or cheese filling.  Tofu can also be used.  Typical seasonings include garlic, onion, ginger, bouillon, soy sauce, cilantro, and Szechuan pepper.  Use ground meat for a meat filling.  In Tibet, Yak meat is most commonly used.  Other types of meat used to make momos vary by Tibetan region or community.  In some areas, pork or beef is common, while in others mutton is used.  Chicken is not a common option, but it is used by those who don’t eat beef. For veggie fillings, you can use a potato filling or an assortment of finely chopped vegetables. Cheese fillings usually consist of either a dry cheese blended with sugar, which is mainly made in Tibet; it can also be a soft cheese mixed with a vegetable, like cheese and spinach or cheese and mushroom. If making a vegetable filling, wash and peel your vegetables.  They will need to be finely chopped or grated.  You can either do this by hand or by using a food processor.  Keep the garlic, onions, and scallions separate from the rest of the vegetables, unless including meat in your filling.  A blender may work in place of a food processor; instead of blending the mixture into a smooth puree, pulse it.  This means allowing the mixture to blend a couple seconds at a time until fully chopped. If you’d like a meat filling, simply replace the mushrooms and tofu for your choice of ground or chopped meat. Place your chopped vegetables and/or ground meat in a large bowl and mix together well using your hands, if needed.  Season with two tablespoons of soy sauce and one teaspoon of bouillon. To ensure your meat mixture is perfectly seasoned, cook a small piece, and taste it.  Add more soy sauce and bouillon, if desired. Unlike the meat filling, the vegetable filling must be cooked before it's tucked inside each momo.  Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large pan over medium heat.  Add your chopped garlic to the pan and sauté for 2-3 seconds.  Then add the chopped...

TL;DR in English: Decide on the ingredients for your filling. Assemble your ingredients. Season your mixture. Cook your vegetable filling. Set the filling aside until you’re ready to use it.
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You first encounter Mac, a World Boss, during your newbie quest. He's the pirate who fell in love with the mayor's daughter, and halted his attack because of it. He spawns at the location behind the portal.  To get through, you need to walk from the fence. Be careful not to go inside the portal for it will take you to a different place. Mac is located at Helonia Coast on Tuesdays at (x:468,y:652). The most notable monster drops are the face accessories such as Trendy Sunnies and Glamorous Shades. Panther Banksy is found at Candeo March on Fridays at (x:675,y:628). He’s quite easy to kill, but since his spawn spot is right on top of a cliff rock, players in every channel gather up in that one place.  Even if you have other players hidden, the lag will still be notable. To avoid this, keep the graphic settings of your computer low and other apps closed. Panther Banksy drops Mouth which is why many players in Aura Kingdom hunt him down. Other dropped items are Quicksilver Tiger, Fire Brand Tiger, and Thunderbolt Tiger. Daphne can be found at Triatio Highlands at (x:466,y:308). This female ninja wields fire property and has over 20 million hit points. However, because of the great number of participants, Daphne is easily killed.  Only a few people wish to hunt for Daphne because of the small number of her dropped items. Daphne may drop Swallowtail Kunai and Ninja Kunai, an orange face accessory. Mordecai, also known as Hermit, is one of the more difficult bosses to take down for he possesses huge damage. He can hit more than 6.8k and holds over 20 million health points.  Mordecai, a neutral type of boss but with range attack, can be found at Crescent Hill at (x:523,y:797). He can drop face accessories, namely White Rose and Red Rose.

TL;DR in English: Kill Pirate Captain Mac. Kill Jungle Panther Banksy. Kill Daphne. Kill Mordecai.
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Shake the can vigorously first, then open it and pour the contents into a blender; you can also use a food processor instead. Use a spoon or spatula to scrape out any leftover coconut cream and add it to the blender. Don't blend it just yet, and don't worry about being too precise. Mixing the cocoa powder into the coconut milk first will simply prevent the cocoa powder from flying out everywhere when you turn the blender on. Add in the honey, vanilla extract, and salt. If you are vegan, you can use agave nectar or maple syrup instead of honey. If the mixture is too sweet, add a pinch of salt. If it is not sweet enough, add a little bit more of your honey, avage nectar, or maple syrup. Be sure to blend after each addition. Follow the manufacturer's directions, as each ice cream maker will be a little different. If you don't have an ice cream maker, follow the steps below:  Chill the mixture in a bowl over an ice bath. This will keep ice crystals from forming. Pour the ice cream into a shallow, freezer-safe container, preferably metal. Place the ice cream into the freezer. Stir the ice cream with a whisk or spatula every 30 minutes until it is frozen, about 2 to 3 hours. Be sure to pull the ice cream away from the edges of the container and to break up any ice crystals. If the ice cream is too hard to scoop out, let it sit on the counter for 5 minutes. Store any leftovers in the freezer, and eat it within 1 to 2 weeks.

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Drink cranberry juice or extract. Combine cranberry with lingonberry in your diet. Take bearberry powder. Take brewer's yeast. Take 1 teaspoon (about 2 g) of D-mannose twice per day. Drink teas and extracts that are proven to treat UTIs.

Most birds will need about a week to get used to their new space. Keep their environment quiet during this time, and ensure that you and everyone else in your family give the birds the time and space they need during this adjustment period. Keep pets away from the cage or aviary to avoid traumatizing your new birds. It may be a good idea to keep young children away from your new pigeons during the first week or so. Children may not fully understand why they have be quiet or calm around the birds, and this may cause the birds to think they're predators. As your pigeons get used to you and their new home, it's important that they don't become scared of you. Keep your hands behind your back whenever you approach the cage, and avoid sudden movements. Speak, sing, or coo softly to the birds to comfort them and make them familiar with the sound of your voice. As your birds begin to become more comfortable with your presence, spend more time with them. If your birds are still hiding or cowering when you're near their enclosure, give them more time. If not, study or read next to their cage or aviary for a few hours each day. Reach through the bars or wire mesh of the birds' cage or aviary to provide treats. At first, simply place the treats on the ground. This will let the birds know that you're a source of food and care. Slowly, the birds should begin to take treats directly from your hands. Stay outside of their enclosure the first few times you do this. The security of the cage or aviary will let the bird know they're safe. Once they've eaten out of your hands a few times, either open the cage door or let yourself into the aviary to feed them more directly. Once your indoor birds are responding to your presence and eating out of your hand, they're probably ready to be allowed out of their cage. Indoor birds need to spend time outside of their enclosure daily to keep their minds and bodies healthy, so start this process as soon as you feel the birds are ready.  If you're worried about getting pigeon poop in your...

TL;DR in English: Stay patient with new birds as they adjust to your home. Keep your movements and voice calm around your pigeons. Spend time near your birds' cage or aviary to introduce yourself. Feed your birds treats while they're in their enclosures. Let indoor birds explore your home once they're comfortable. Avoid free-flying any domesticated pigeons. Let your birds come to you.
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When you’re playing a challenging piece, don’t just play it all the way through over and over and over again while continuously making errors. This is a waste of time. Instead, take a step back and identify and analyze the problem. Then, brainstorm solutions, experiment with them, and implement the best one. For example, if a note comes out flat each time you play it on your trumpet, first identify what you want it to sound like. Then, try to think about the different possible causes of the sour note. Slightly adjust your fingering and your mouth until you discover an adjustment that allows you to play the note properly. There are several free or inexpensive apps that act as timers, metronomes, tuners, and more. Consider using these when you’re on the go so that you don’t have to tote around extra tools and materials. Also, check out different lessons and tutorials on sites like Youtube that can help you solve any specific issues you’re having without paying for a lesson. It’s not always necessary to start at the beginning and play a piece through to the end over and over. If you’re having a problem with a couple measures in the middle of the piece, focus more on that section. This will save you a lot of time and allow you to make more progress. When you aren’t practicing and you have a couple minutes of down time, take out your music or pull it up on your phone and just carefully read through it a few times to familiarize yourself with it more. You can read through your music while you’re riding in the car to get to school or waiting in a long line at the post office. Add a physical component to your practicing that you don’t normally have to deal with. By making a challenging addition to practicing your instrument, you’ll make playing normally feel easier. For example, try to play your instrument while standing on one leg. Everyone has more energy at certain times of the day than at others. Pay attention to what time of day you seem to be the most awake, focused, energetic, and clear-headed. Try to practice...

TL;DR in English: Play smarter. Use technology to your advantage. Focus on your problem areas. Read through the music without your instrument. Make tasks harder by physically challenging yourself. Practice at productive times of day. Practice only for as long as you can focus.
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Now that your iTunes account has been merged into your Apple ID, you’ll use the Apple ID site to change your password. Your Apple ID is the email address you use to sign in to iTunes.  Open appleid.apple.com in your web browser. Log in with your Apple ID and password. If you can't remember your password, see the Resetting a Forgotten Password. Click the "Change Password" link in the "Security" section. The options you have to verify your identity will vary depending on your account security options:  Answer your security questions . These questions were created when you setup your account, and both will need to be answered to proceed. Confirm your number - This appears if you have two-factor authentication enabled on your account. You'll receive a notification on your mobile phone with a code. Enter this code in the Apple ID website to proceed with resetting your password. Enter your current password into the first field, then enter your new password twice to create it. When you create a new password, you will be logged out on your connected devices. You will need to log back in with your new password.

TL;DR in English: Click the “Change Password” link in your Apple ID security settings. Verify your identity. Create a new password.
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. If you have fractions with whole numbers, changing them into improper fractions will make it easier to add. The numerators of your improper fractions will be larger than their denominators. For example, 6 3/8 + 9 1/24 will turn into 51/8 + 217/24. If the denominators are different, you'll need to write down the multiples of each denominator so you can find 1 that they have in common. For example, for the problem 51/8 + 217/24, list the multiples of 8 and 24 to find 24. Because the multiples of 8 include 8, 16, 24, 32, and 48 and the multiples of 24 include 24, 48, and 72, 24 is the lowest common multiple. The denominators should all become the lowest common multiple that you found. Multiply the whole fraction by a number to make the denominator the lowest common multiple. For example, to make the denominator for 51/8 become 24, multiply the whole fraction by 3. You should get 153/24. If the other fractions in your equation have different denominators, you'll also have to multiply them so they have the same denominator. If the fraction already has that as the denominator, you don't need to adjust the fraction. For example, if you're working with 217/24, you won't need to adjust the fraction since it already has the same denominator. You can add the numerators once the denominators are the same or if there were the same from the start. Once you've added the numerators, put the answer over the denominator. Avoid adding the denominators. For example, 153/24 +217/24 = 370/24. . If your numerator of your answer is larger than the denominator, you'll have to divide it to get a whole number. To finish making a mixed number, write down how many parts you have leftover. This will make the numerator which you can put over the same denominator. Keep reducing the fraction down until it's in its simplest form. For example, 370/24 will become 15 10/24 because 24 goes into 370 15 times and has 10 parts of 24 left over. 10/24 can be further reduced to 5/12 for a finished answer of 15 5/12.

TL;DR in English: Turn the mixed numbers into improper fractions Look for the lowest common denominator if necessary. Make the fraction equivalent if you need to change the denominators. Change all of the fractions in the problem to make them equivalent. Add the numerators but leave the denominator the same, these don't change. Simplify your answer
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Cranberries are a well-known treatment for UTIs that make it harder for bacteria to thrive. Cranberries both make urine more acidic and introduce a chemical from a class called proanthocyanidins, that makes it harder for bacteria to stick to the bladder and urethra's cells. Although many people use cranberries it to treat UTIs, studies suggest that cranberries are better for prevention than treatment.  Drink 300–600 millilitres (1.3–2.5  c) of cranberry juice daily. The study in question studied Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice cocktail, specifically.  Take cranberry capsules (400 mg twice per day) if you don't like the juice. Lingonberry is a berry in the same family as cranberry. One study suggests that drinking cranberry-lingonberry concentrate reduces the risk of UTIs in women and girls. The subjects in this study drank 7.5 g of cranberry and 1.7 g of lingonberry concentrates mixed in 50 millilitres (0.21  c) of water daily. Uva Ursi (Bearberry) might not be available in your grocery store, but you can find it easily and cheaply online. Though uncommon in general American usage, Native American and European medicine have used it for centuries. Take 250-500 mg of powdered bearberry 3 times per day.  This might give your urine a greenish-brown tint, but this is not harmful. Bearberry acts as a diuretic (rids the body of salt and water), so ask your doctor about using it if you're on other medications. In theory, brewer's yeast “crowds out” the bacteria that cause UTIs, but as of now, there are no reliable clinical trials proving it can treat a UTI. Furthermore, brewer's yeast can interact badly with certain types of medications, so talk to your doctor before considering brewer's yeast. Despite the lack of scientific studies, many people take 3g of brewer's yeast twice per day to treat a UTI.  Consult a doctor before taking brewer's yeast if you're on other medications. It should NOT be taken with a class of medications called MAOIs.  MAOIs include the drugs: Selegiline, Phenelzine, Tranylcypromine, Rasagiline,...

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Start a modified paleolithic diet to decrease inflammation. Sit down or rest to decrease fatigue. Relax with meditation, massage, or stretching. Get out of the heat and cool off. Wear tight clothing or a constricting scarf. Place a hot water bottle or warm compress on the afflicted area. Go to the emergency room if you have severe chest pain.

You might want everything; an architect, designer, builder and contractor as well as a team of sub-contractors. Or, you might want to do it yourself and call in help when you get stuck. Talk to contractors, at the very least. Unless you are experienced with building and renovations, you will need someone to help you get necessary permits and manage the overall project. You should do the same thing if you are working with designers and other professionals. Getting at least 3 quotes or estimates will help you determine who fits into your budget. Once you hire a contractor, discuss how long the work will take. This will help you plan your renovation and how you will function without the use of your kitchen.

TL;DR in English: Figure out how much professional help you need. Ask for estimates from at least 3 contractors. Talk about timeframes.
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An external hard drive can be purchased and connected with a USB cable, eliminating the need to open the computer case.  Connect the external drive using a USB connector cable, typically included with the drive at the time of purchase. The computer can then be configured to boot to the external drive, instead of the internal drive installed on a pre-assembled system. Install the preferred operating system on the external drive once it has been connected. Follow the instructions included in this article for accessing the BIOS feature and installing the preferred operating system. The operating system installed on a pre-assembled system can be erased and replaced with the preferred operating system.  Change the BIOS settings to boot to CD. Restart the computer and open the BIOS configuration interface by repeatedly pressing the assigned hot-key. The assigned hot-key will vary by BIOS manufacturer, but is typically listed on the bottom of the screen just after the computer is turned on. In most cases the hot-key for opening the system BIOS will be the Delete key, the F1 key, the F2 key, F11 or the F12 key. Insert the operating system disk or USB into the optical drive. Once the BIOS has been set to boot to the CD, or optical drive, insert the operating system CD and follow the instructions as prompted to format the hard drive and install the new operating system. The installation program will guide you through each step and notify you once the installation is complete.

TL;DR in English: Replace the hard drive on a pre-assembled system and install the desired operating system. Replace an existing operating system on a pre-assembled system.
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Now that you have an idea of a topic, write down everything you want to include in your speech. Be sure to introduce yourself first. Organize the information chronologically as you plan to say it, then go through and cut out any unnecessary or irrelevant information. You might have a lot that you want to say during your icebreaker speech, but it shouldn't really be longer than 4 to 6 minutes. This really means you only get about 2 double-spaced pages for your speech. You should start your introduction by telling your audience your name and a sentence or two about you. You should also include an attention-getting tidbit, like a joke or a quote that you can relate to the theme of your speech, or a short anecdote that relates to the main topic of your speech.  For example, if you're giving your speech at a business gathering, you could start with a quote from the company's founder. If you're giving a wedding toast, it's generally best not to joke—what you think is funny can sometimes come across as mean or embarrassing to the couple getting married. Each of your body paragraphs should somehow connect to the theme of your speech. You shouldn't use the body paragraphs to cram as much information as possible into your speech. Instead, use them to provide examples of the thing you want your audience to know about you. For example, if you're giving a speech that focuses on when you became a doctor as a key moment in your life, your first body paragraph might talk about how you liked helping people as a kid, the second paragraph might talk about your decision to go to medical school, and the last paragraph might talk about what it felt the first time someone called you “doctor.” Your conclusion, like your introduction, should last about 30 seconds. Use it to repeat the main point of your speech, and then thank the host of the event where you're speaking, or offer some parting words of wisdom.  For example, if your icebreaker speech has been about how you became a doctor, you could end by saying something like "Little...

TL;DR in English: Brainstorm what you want to say. Keep it short. Begin with an introduction. Write 3 to 5 body paragraphs. End with a conclusion.
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You can find Amazon gift cards at most retailers that carry gift cards, such as the supermarket or a convenience store. You can purchase these cards with cash. You can receive gift card allowances from someone else as well. They can choose to automatically deposit money into your Amazon gift card balance, which you can then spend on Amazon. Visit amazon.com/allowance to get it set up. You'll need to create an account with Amazon if you don't have one already. To create an account, you'll just need to enter your name and email address. You can find this by hovering over your name in the upper-right corner and selecting "Your Account." You'll find this in the "Amazon Wallet" section of your account page. The code is 14 or 15 characters long and includes letters and numbers. You may have to scratch off the cover on a plastic gift card. If you received the gift card digitally, the code will be in the email you receive. Click the "Check" button to check that the code was entered correctly and see the balance on the card. The gift card value will be applied to your Amazon account balance, which will be the default payment method when you purchase an item. Now that you've applied the gift card, you can shop for the item or items you want to purchase. You can pay for the shipping with the gift card as well as long as you have the balance to cover it. You'll need to enter the address you want the items shipped to in order to proceed with the checkout. This may not be required if you're purchasing digital items. You can also enter additional codes on this screen to add cards to your balance. If you're prompted to enter a billing address for the gift card, make it the same as your shipping address. Finish your order and wait for it to be processed. As long as you have enough on your Amazon gift card balance to cover the price of the item and the shipping fee, the purchase should process and ship without issue.

TL;DR in English: Purchase your Amazon gift card. Log into Amazon. Open your Account page. Click the "Apply a Gift Card to Your Account" link. Enter the code from the back of the gift card. Click "Apply to your balance." Add an item to your cart and move to checkout. Enter your shipping address (for physical goods). Ensure that your gift card balance is selected as the payment method. Complete the order.
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What you eat can affect symptoms of MS, such as inflammation or pain. A paleolithic diet heavy in fruits and vegetables can help you feel better in the long run.  Aim to eat brightly colored fruits and vegetables, like peppers or oranges. Green vegetables, like spinach or kale, are also good. Vegetables high in sulfur, such as broccoli, cabbage, and bok choy, may also help reduce symptoms. You can eat about 4 oz (110 g) of lean meat a day, like chicken or fish. Reduce or eliminate how much dairy, eggs, and wheat you eat. People with MS are more likely to experience the hug if their bodies are fatigued of if they’re very tired. In either case—especially if you’re performing physical work—sit down and rest. If possible, sleep or take a short nap.  The hug symptoms should decrease. If you lead a stressful life, you may need to find a way to cut back on stress in general in order to decrease the MS hug symptoms. Stress may affect the severity or frequency of your symptoms. If you start feeling constricted or overwhelmed, take a break. Do some light stretching, or pause to meditate.  Go get a massage. A massage may be effective in helping your symptoms. If there's something that usually helps you relax, such as music or a bath, try doing it to see if it helps with your symptoms. The MS hug is more likely to occur if you’re overheated, whether from being out in the sun or from exercising or doing physical labor. Whatever the cause, find a way to cool down. If you’re in the sun, move into the shade or go indoors. If you’re exercising, stop and take a break in a cool room. If you live in at hot climate, you may need to adjust your schedule so that you spend more time outdoors in the early morning and late evening, before the day reaches its full heat. Many MS patients find that wearing a tight shirt or jacket, or knotting a scarf around the abdomen (or wherever MS hug symptoms are felt) can decrease the pain. Tight clothing around the abdomen can fool the brain into thinking that the pain from the MS hug is in fact...

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Understand the purpose of renovation pruning. Wait until the dormant season. Remove any suckers. Trim up to one-third of the stems.

If you don't have time or don't want to spend time exercising regularly, try increasing your daily lifestyle activities.  These are exercises you already do and increasing them can help you burn more calories throughout the day.  Think about your day and see if you can find additional ways to add in more steps or to move more.  A little planning can help you find a few ways to add in activity or find an extra few minutes to be active. Try adding in activity like:  taking the stairs over the elevator, parking far away from your destination and standing or walk in place during TV commercials. Make a rule to walk to your destinations if they are under 1 mile (if safe and appropriate for you).  Skip taking the bus or driving. Going to the gym, doing high intensity aerobic classes or spending money on expensive equipment isn't possible or comfortable for everyone.  Walking is an activity that most healthy people can do that can help burn calories and increase your cardiovascular fitness.  If you walk 30 minutes on five days of the week, you'll be meeting the minimum guidelines for physical activity (150 minutes per week).  If you don't have time for a full 30 mins, try breaking up your walk into three 10 minute increments. You don't have to spend hours in the gym or purchase expensive equipment to include strength training.  Even light weight resistance training can help increase muscle mass and muscle tone.  Again, you can break up your strength training routine into 10 minute increments if it fits better into your schedule. Try including exercises that are easy to do at home and require no extra equipment.  Exercises can include:  sit ups, push ups, tricep dips, lunges or side leg lifts. Sometimes people think exercise just means running on a treadmill, but there are tons of ways to get exercise, inside and outside the gym. Try a new machine at the gym, or go for a long bike ride or a challenging hike. Try jumping rope or playing hopscotch with your kids or younger siblings.   Put on some upbeat music and dance...

TL;DR in English: Add in more lifestyle activity. Go for a 30 minute walk. Add in 20 minutes of strength training. Think outside the box.
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Sports and games are often played on a field or a board. Devote time to determining where your game will be played.   Will you repurpose an existing sports field, like a baseball diamond, or game board? Will you create an entirely new space or board for your game? What are the dimensions? Are there lines and boundaries? What images and designs appear on your board? How does the space function within the context of the game? Sports and games are played by one or more players. How many players may participate in your sport or game? Occasionally, players will have different roles. List the roles players may choose between. Describe the responsibilities, advantages, and disadvantages that accompanies each role. Sports and games are often played with a variety of equipment and or pieces. Make a list of the equipment and pieces required to play your sport or game.  Can you repurpose existing sporting equipment and game pieces or do you need to design your own? Does the game require uniforms?  Do different players need different pieces of equipment or accessories?

TL;DR in English: Create the game’s field or board. Determine the number of players and develop the players’ roles. Design the equipment or additional pieces.
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Poinsettias are most comfortable at about the same temperature you are. Fortunately, this means that they’ll be content in almost any room of the house.  Situate your plant away from any doors or windows that you open frequently. Poinsettias don’t hold up well under a draft.  Do not place poinsettias near heaters, radiators, or vents. Avoid raising or lowering the thermostat too dramatically when temperatures outside fluctuate. Fertilizers are essential for adding vital nutrients to your growing soil. Balanced water-soluble houseplant fertilizers are the safest choice for delicate plants like poinsettias. Always use the amount specified in the instructions of a particular product.  You can also use a natural organic material like garden compost or worm castings to fertilize your poinsettia.  The best time to apply fertilizer is soon after watering, while the soil is still moist. Fertilizing poinsettias in dry soil could damage the roots.  Plan on reapplying fertilizer about once a month while the plant is in its most active stages of growth. Let your poinsettia sit outdoors for a few hours on warm afternoons. Place the plant in a partially-shaded area so it doesn’t overheat. Screened-in patios and flower beds protected by tree cover can make great outdoor homes for growing poinsettias.  Introduce your poinsettia to outdoor conditions gradually. It’s usually best to start with a few hours in the early morning, then increase its exposure by an hour or two every day until it’s able to withstand an entire afternoon. Look for a spot in your garden with plenty of morning sun but more shade in the afternoon. It may be necessary to water your poinsettia more frequently if it’s been spending a lot of time in the hot sun. Drooping, wilting, or wrinkled leaves may be a sign that your plant has been outside too long. Once the weather begins to heat up, it can be helpful to cut away roughly a third (or even up to half) of your poinsettia’s overall size. Strategic pruning is necessary to kickstart growth. It will create a...

TL;DR in English: Keep your poinsettia at a constant 65–75 °F (18–24 °C). Fertilize your poinsettia once a month throughout the spring. Move the plant outside to a spot with indirect sunlight. Trim the stems back to 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) in the spring or summer.
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Even though many trends in hit music have been analyzed, no composer or researcher has figured out how to write a hit every time. Strong feelings usually convey potent messages to listeners, so using your feelings as a guide for writing your hit can be helpful. Save drafts before making changes to your song. Some additions can make a song worse, in which case you might want to roll back the song to a previous version. Re-purpose themes, licks, and riffs from old music. Put your own spin on these and incorporate them into your own melody. Take inspiration from your favorite oldies or the classics. Revitalize forgotten hits of the past by creating your own song from them.  Avoid copying a song note for note, word for word, or even too closely. Doing so could be interpreted as plagiarism and could result in legal trouble.  Explore different avenues of inspiration. You may find that collaborating with another artist pushes you to make your best work. Trying to follow the rules too rigidly can stifle your creativity. It can also make your sound too stiff or lacking in fluidity. When brainstorming ideas for your song, be willing to try new things. You never know when an unexpected lyric or combination of sounds will occur to you. Because music can be fickle, you might want to keep a physical notebook for ideas or take musical memos on your phone for ideas that pop into your head. When mining for gold, it can take quite a while before finding the motherload. In the same way, even talented songwriters write many songs before they strike upon a hit. Train your song writing abilities by practicing writing songs as frequently as possible.

TL;DR in English: Trust your instincts. Inspire yourself with songs from the past. Be flexible. Be persistent.
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Rosa rugosa shrubs often remain tidy without much interference, but if the roses start looking messy or overgrown, you will need to use renovation pruning to clean the plant up.  Note that renovation pruning can cause a slight loss of flower production the following year, but it is still beneficial to your plant overall. Rose shrubs that are too overgrown essentially over-extend themselves and their resources. It may take a few years for the stress to show, but once it does, your plant will be much weaker and may have a hard time surviving. For the first two or three seasons, you should actually avoid renovation pruning. Doing so can allows the plant to establish itself more securely. Once the plant establishes itself, consider waiting every other year to do an overhaul on it. Renovation pruning can be performed once every year, but if new growth on the plant is not vigorous enough or if the plant grows weak, you may need to skip every other year. As with essential yearly pruning, you should wait until the plant enters its dormant stage before pruning it down. Waiting until the last frost passes in early spring is often the best option, but you should be able to prune the shrub at any point between late fall and early spring. Suckers refer to stems that grow from the rootstock of the plant instead of the main stem. Cut these suckers off at the ground level.  Aside from looking messy, the main problem with suckers is that they tend to grow too well and will deprive your main rosa rugosa shrub of the nutrients it needs. As a result, your main shrub will weaken and eventually die. Cutting suckers off at the ground will usually be enough, but if you want to be more thorough, dig down to the root from which the sucker originates and tear or cut it off at its point of origin. Starting with the oldest stems, cut down between one-quarter and one-third of the stems on the plant. These stems should be trimmed down to ground level.  In this instance, "ground level" refers to any height between the ground and 1.5 inches...

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Make sure to store your kerosene in a safe container labeled for kerosene or flammable liquid. Store your kerosene in a safe place. Keep kerosene for one to three months. Don't throw your kerosene away – no matter how old it is.

There are three types of fountain pens on the market today: cartridge, converter, and piston. The different types refer to the different ink delivery methods, and the method will determine how you refill your pen when the ink runs out.  Cartridge pens are the most common today, and they are the easiest to refill. To write with this type of pen, you simply purchase pre-filled ink cartridges, so when one runs out, all you do is replace the cartridge. Converter cartridges are reusable cartridges that get inserted into a cartridge pen. These are great for people who don’t mind refilling the ink and don’t want to throw away a cartridge every time the ink runs out. Piston pens are similar to converter cartridges, but the pen comes with its own built-in refilling system, so you don’t have to replace the reusable cartridge with a separately purchased converter. Remove the cap from the nib, and, if necessary, the cap off the back of the pen that covers the end knob. Twist the knob (most likely in a counter-clockwise direction) to extend the piston toward the front of the pen. When that’s done:  Dip the entire nib into an ink jar, making sure to cover the hole on the back of the nib. Turn the piston knob in a clockwise direction to draw ink into the chamber. When the chamber is full, pull the pen out of the ink. Turn the piston in a counter-clockwise direction again and let a few drops of ink back into the bottle. This will help remove air bubbles. Clean the nib with a cloth to remove any excess ink. Converters work in one of two ways, either with a piston mechanism or an air-bladder mechanism (also called squeeze converters). To refill an air-bladder pen, dip the nib into the ink bottle and:   Slowly press the converter at the back of the pen, and wait for air bubbles to appear in the ink. Slowly release the converter and wait for the ink to be drawn into the chamber. Repeat until the chamber is full.

TL;DR in English: Determine what kind of fountain pen you have. Refill ink in a piston pen. Refill the ink in a converter cartridge.
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Wash the pitcher in the sink with hot soapy water. Plastic Brita pitchers are not made to withstand excessively hot water, so never clean your Brita filter by putting it in the dishwasher. If you do, your pitcher is likely to melt and warp, making it useless. When you wash the pitcher, use a basic dishwashing soap that is non-abrasive. Any type of liquid dish soap with mild cleaning ingredients works fine. Use a soft cloth or sponge as opposed to steel wool or any other harsh scrubbers. Dawn, Palmolive, and Joy are examples of mild dish soaps which are good to use. After you have washed the pitcher, rinse it thoroughly. To let the pitcher dry, set it upside down in a drying rack or on a clean towel on your counter or table. Drying the pitcher with a towel may leave small fibers which will get into your water. If you are in a hurry, dry the pitcher with a paper towel to avoid leaving cloth fibers.

TL;DR in English: Wash the pitcher by hand. Use a mild dish detergent and a soft cloth. Rinse the pitcher and dry it upside down.
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If you forgot some type of worksheet or essential assignment sheet, call up a friend. Ask if you can borrow their worksheet for a few minutes. Then take the worksheet to a nearby office supply store and have it photocopied.  If you have a scanner and printer or a copy machine, you can complete this task at home. Most printing places charge $0.10 for a single black and white copy. If you do not have access to a copy machine, or do not have a ride to your friend’s house, you can ask them to take a picture of the worksheet or scan it and send it to you by text or email. If you can’t print it out, you can copy it by hand using your best handwriting. Does your school use an online platform to post assignments and grades? If so, it is possible your teacher posted a copy of this worksheet to that page. Log in, look for the name of this assignment or the chapter it corresponds to, and locate the worksheet. Print it out at home. If the worksheet was produced by the company who made your textbook, you can likely locate a copy of it online. Search by the publisher, textbook title, and subject matter or chapter you are working on. Locate a PDF of the worksheet and print it out at home. Often times, your teacher will have an electronic copy of the worksheet that they can send to you. Email your teacher right away and request a copy of the worksheet.   Be sure to use clear grammar, complete sentences, and good etiquette in your email. You can only use this method once or twice before your teacher will become frustrated with you. Your teacher may be less than pleased that you don’t have the worksheet if you’ve had an extended period of time to complete it rather than if it was assigned that day.

TL;DR in English: Photocopy a friend’s worksheet for an easy solution. Look on the website for your course, if applicable. Find a PDF of the worksheet online if possible. Email your teacher as a last resort.
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Especially if you are lending a large sum of money (what “large” means depends on what you believe is a large sum), it is critical that you create a document that lays out the terms of the loan. This document will lay out who is lending the money, and to whom, how much money is being lent, when the borrower is expected to begin paying back the money, and when the sum should be paid in full. The document should also include any interest that is to be repaid.  Understand that this document will, most importantly, protect you in the event that your friend is unwilling to pay you back. However, it also serves the purpose of making the terms of the loan clear and explicit, which will, hopefully, help avoid any misunderstandings. Remember to have the borrower sign and date the document, as it will not be enforceable without their signature. Most states follow the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). The UCC states that in order to be legally enforceable the document must include the following information:  It must be a written document that is signed by the borrower. You, as the lender, may also sign the document, but you don’t have to. The document must promise the payment of money. The document must state a fixed amount of money (with or without interest). There must be a definite time that the money should be repaid. The money must be payable to a holder. As the lender of the money and the holder of the document, you are the holder. The document should only pertain to the money to be repaid. That is, there should be no other acts included in the document. In the document, you should lay out when you expect to start being repaid, and when your friend should pay you in full by. Make sure to include any interest that you expect to receive, as well as what the consequences are if a payment is not received on time.  For example, if you lend your friend $500 on February 1, you might lay out a plan that says that they are to begin paying you back on April 1 and that they are to pay you $100 each month with 0.5% interest on...

TL;DR in English: Create a contract. Make sure that the document is legally enforceable. Include a repayment plan. Get the document notarized.
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Kerosene containers must also be provided with an approved label, as required by federal and state authorities. Storing kerosene in anything other than an approved container is strictly prohibited for safety reasons. Since kerosene is a flammable liquid, it should be stored at room temperature and away from potential heat sources like the sun, hot water heaters, space heaters, furnaces, or ignition sources. This safety precaution will help keep you and your family safe in case of a spill. Storing kerosene for longer than three months can be dangerous, as the old fuel can break down and cause the growth of bacteria or mold. Ideally, you should buy high-quality kerosene in small quantities and store it in its original certified container. If you change the container of the kerosene, it might get mistaken for another substance – which could be dangerous. If you have kerosene left over after a few months, it's best for you to properly dispose of it. If you throw kerosene away, it will end up in landfills or incinerators, or may even be dumped into rivers. When kerosene is disposed improperly, it can poison the air, soil, water, wild animals, and even people and their pets.

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Check if he seems nervous around you. See if he tries to join your conversations. Watch to see if he tries to talk to your friends. Look for compliments in his conversation. Ask him if he likes you.

Natural oils such as neem and flaxseed make excellent base for ointments. Experiment with different combinations of herbs and oils.  Neem oil is an astringent that helps protect your skin. It is commonly used in Ayurvedic (ancient Indian) medicine to treat lipomas.  Flaxseed oil has high levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids help to reduce inflammation. Be sure to buy flaxseed oil certified to be free of heavy metals, such as lead and mercury. Blend 1 teaspoon of chickweed to 2-3 tablespoons of neem oil or flaxseed oil. Apply the salve to the lipoma.  Chickweed is used to reduce fats.  You can also use 1-2 tablespoons of cooled green tea instead of neem or flaxseed oil to make a paste. Put 1 teaspoon of turmeric together with 2-3 tablespoons of neem oil or flaxseed oil. Smooth the ointment onto the lipoma. Your skin will turn a bit orange or yellow because of the turmeric. Cover the lipoma with a bandage to protect your clothes.  Turmeric, like neem oil, is commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine. For a paste, add 1-2 tablespoons of cooled green tea instead of neem or flaxseed oil to the turmeric. Mix ½ to 1 teaspoon of dried sage with 2-3 tablespoons of neem oil or flaxseed oil. Coat the lipoma with the balm.  Substitute 1-2 tablespoons of cooled green tea for neem or flaxseed oil to make a paste. Sage is used in traditional Chinese medicine to dissolve fatty tissue.

TL;DR in English: Create an ointment using natural oils and herbs. Mix chickweed with a natural oil or tea base. Try creating an ointment with turmeric. Add dried sage to neem oil or flaxseed oil.
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Make sure your phone is turned off and charged before you insert the card.  Do this slowly, and until you hear a "clicking" noise.  Refer to your device manual or contact the manufacturer if you need additional support with accessing the SD card slot on your device. Press the button near the bottom of your phone.  If your phone is not turning on properly, it is probably not charged enough.  Plug your phone into the wall charger for fifteen minutes and try again. This "Settings" symbol is represented by what looks like a gear.  After you click on the gear, you will be transferred to a different screen.  On that new screen, click "SD and Phone Storage." "  This will reformat your phone, and prepare it for mounting a new SD card.  This should only take a few seconds.  If it takes any longer than that, restart your phone in order to get the reformatting process correct. Your device will mount your SD card and make the card available for use.  If “Mount SD card” is not an available option, tap on “Unmount SD card,” wait for the card to unmount, then tap on “Mount SD card” to verify that the card is properly mounted. This step may also correct any system problems your Android may have been experiencing that could have prevented the SD card from mounting properly.

TL;DR in English: Insert the Micro SD card into the SD card slot on your Android device. Power on your Android device. Tap on “Settings” from the main menu. Click on "Reformat. Choose “Mount SD Card" when reformatting has been completed.
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Some serious medical conditions such as hypothyroidism or Cushing's syndrome can cause your metabolism to slow. If you have an unusually slow metabolic rate, or if your metabolism has slowed significantly in a short period of time, you should consult a doctor.  Your doctor will have to take a blood test to measure your thyroid hormone levels to determine whether your thyroid is producing decreased levels of thyroid hormones that are causing your metabolism to slow. Keep in mind that hypothyroidism is fairly common – 1% to 2% of the population in iodine replete cultures. Cushing's is less common. Even if you don't have a medical condition that is causing your metabolism to slow, your doctor may be able to help you get back on track by providing suggestions or advice on how to boost your metabolism. Your metabolism often will slow when you diet because you're consuming too few calories. To combat this slow-down, make sure you're consuming at least as many calories per day as your body requires to function normally.  The difference between your BMR and the total calories you burn each day represents the range in which you can cut calories to lose weight. If you dip below your BMR, your metabolism will slow and your weight loss will plateau. If you're dieting, be prepared to do the calculations regularly as your BMR will change when you lose weight. People who are heavier tend to have a higher metabolism than people who are lighter. This change in BMR may be part of the reason you find it easy to lose weight in the beginning, but then plateau and find it difficult to lose weight the further along in your diet plan you get. While fiber may not necessarily boost your metabolism, if you eat more fiber, you'll gain less weight over time. Fiber also may increase how much fat your body burns. Cut out white bread and white rice, which lack the fiber your body needs.  Switching to whole wheat bread and pasta and brown rice can up your fiber intake. You'll also increase your fiber by eating more fruits and vegetables. Try...

TL;DR in English: Rule out chronic medical conditions. Use your BMR to diet effectively. Eat more fiber. Drink cold water. Include protein with every meal. Make cardio and strength-training a regular part of your daily routine. Find ways to reduce stress
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Go to run from the start menu, then type "Regedit". Windows Registry Editor is a tool you can use to modify the system registry, which is where the operational information for your computer is stored. You will have to dig through the "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE" registry hive to find the NameSpace folder. From the Registry Editor, select "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE", which contains information pertaining to your hardware. Within that hive, navigate through the following folders: Software → Microsoft → Windows → CurrentVersion → Explorer → Remote Computer → Namespace. The NameSpace subfolder contains information that searches networked computers for scheduled tasks, which translates to longer load times spent browsing. You will find the value {D6277990-4C6A-11CF-8D87-00AA0060F5BF}. Be sure you understand the ramifications when adjusting this value, but simply right-clicking and deleting it from your NameSpace folder should increase your browser speed.

TL;DR in English: Access Windows Registry Editor. Navigate to the "NameSpace" subfolder. Find your network throughput value. Tweak your throughput.
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A guy who laughs, stutters, makes weird jokes, or avoids eye contact when you talk is probably nervous around you. A lot of middle school boys are really nervous around girls they like, so this is a good sign! Do you ever find him butting into your conversations with a friend? This could mean he is trying to spark a conversation with you and wants to talk. Let him! Joke around a bit to let him know you accept him. Is he coming up often and talking to your friends but not necessarily you? He may be working his way around to you, and using your friends as the excuse to be nearby. It can be hard to tell if he likes you or just likes your friend. If he talks to the same friend every time, he probably likes them. But if he talks to a different friend every time, he might like you! People usually don’t say nice things about people they don’t like. If he’s giving you compliments when he doesn’t have to, he is probably interested in you!For example, things like "I really liked your presentation" or "That jacket looks nice on you" might indicate that he likes you. This takes some courage, but if you’re already talking to him and he’s showing a lot of signs of liking you, it’s okay to just ask! He might get embarrassed, but if he really likes you, he’ll say so.  You can just say “I like you a lot. Do you like me?” It’s best to tell him you like him too first, otherwise, he might think you’re making fun of him. If he avoids answering or even says no, just play it off as a joke. You can say “Just kidding!” and change the subject.

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Prepare your singing repertoire. Take classes. Volunteer with a local choir. Put together a singing portfolio. Practice, practice, practice.

Good moral character generally means that you don’t break the law and you meet all of your legal obligations, such as paying taxes and making child support payments. If you have a criminal conviction, consult with an immigration attorney. Members of the military must show that they can read, write, and speak English. They also must show knowledge of U.S. government and history, called civics. You’ll have to pass exams in both English and civics. You can find information about the exams online. If you served in peacetime, you can apply for naturalization if you meet the following requirements:  Serve honorably for at least one year. Obtain a green card. File an application while still in service or within six months of separation. The requirements are different if you are serving during a period of hostilities. The U.S. has currently been in such a period since 2002, and it will last until the President designates that it is over. In this situation, all members of the military can immediately apply to become naturalized. Every installation should have a person to contact. They will usually be in personnel or the Judge Advocate General’s Office. You will need to complete Form N-400 and Form N-426. Contact them and receive a packet of information. Your filing fee is waived.  USCIS has customer service specialists who can answer questions from military members and their families. Call 1-877-247-4645 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. You can also email militaryinfo.nsc@dhs.gov. Before you can become a citizen, you must show attachment to the U.S. Constitution by swearing an oath of allegiance.

TL;DR in English: Exercise good moral character. Show knowledge of English and U.S. civics. Serve in peacetime. Serve during wartime. Apply for citizenship. Swear an oath.
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Were you born in a state whose right to citizenship you have never exercised? If so, then you might be eligible for citizenship through an unrestricted right of soil, also known as unconditional jus soli. This means that you have an automatic birthright to be a citizen of that country because you were born there. For example, if you are currently a British citizen who was born in the United States, you are entitled to American citizenship through unrestricted jus soli.  Research the immigration laws of your country of birth. Most countries do not grant citizenship through right of soil, so it is important to research the laws of the country in which you were born.  30 of the world's 194 countries practice unconditional jus soli. Of these 30 countries, Canada and the United States (as of 2010) are the only countries among the world's advanced economies that practice unconditional jus soli and grant citizenship to most children born on its soil, including children born to persons present in the state illegally.  However, children born in the United States to foreign diplomats and foreign heads of state do not acquire citizenship through right of soil. You may find that your country of birth, which is not the country whose citizenship rights you exercise, grants you a right to its citizenship through a right of soil. If so, discover how you can exercise that right.  One way to exercise a right to citizenship is to apply for a passport. You can apply for a passport through the state's embassy or consulate in your current country of citizenship and/or residence. You may be asked to present an original or certified copy of your birth certificate to the consulate or embassy as evidence. For example, if you apply for a Canadian passport, then you can present a birth certificate issued by the Canadian province or territory in which you were born. This serves as evidence of your Canadian citizenship because Canada practices unrestricted jus soli. Find out the laws regarding dual citizenship of both the state of your...

TL;DR in English: Consider whether your country of birth grants you a second citizenship. Find out how to exercise citizenship through unrestricted right of soil. Research the laws of both states regarding dual citizenship.
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You can perform certain operations on a matrix to transform it while keeping it equivalent to the original. These are called elementary operations. To solve a 2x3 matrix, for example, you use elementary row operations to transform the matrix into a triangular one. Elementary operations include:  swapping two rows. multiplying a row by a number different from zero. multiplying one row and then adding to another row. You want to produce zero in your second row, so multiply in a way that lets you do that. For example, say you have a matrix that looks like this:You can keep the first row and use it to produce zero in the second row. To do that, first multiply the second row by two, as follows: In order to get to zero for the first row, you may need to multiply again, using the same principle. In the example above, multiply the second row by -1, as follows:When you complete the multiplication, your new matrix looks like this: Next, add the first and second rows to produce zero in the first column of the second row. In the example above, add the two rows together as follows: At this point, you have a triangular matrix. You can use that matrix to get a new linear system. The first column corresponds to the unknown x, and the second column corresponds to the unknown y. The third column corresponds to the free member of an equation. For the example above, your new system would therefore look like this: Using your new system, determine which variable can be determined easily, and solve for it. In the example above, you’ll want to “backsolve” – moving from the last equation to the first when solving for your unknowns. The second equation gives you an easy solution for y; since the x has been removed, you can see that y = 2. Once you’ve determined one of the variables, you can substitute its value into the other equation to solve for the other variable. In the example above, replace the y with a 2 in the first equation to solve for x as follows:

TL;DR in English: Understand elementary operations. Multiply the second row by a non-zero number. Multiply again. Add the first row to the second row. Write down the new linear system for the triangular matrix. Solve for one of the variables. Substitute to solve for the second variable.
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Include your counselor and/or psychiatrist, your medical doctor, and some close family members and friends.  Be realistic about how each person can help you. It’s important to have more than one person on this list, because it is unrealistic to think that one person will be able to help you all the time. This will drain a lot of their energy and could potentially strain your relationship. Think about people who will be supportive and non-judgmental. People who might make you feel more anxious or upset may not be the best choice for your support network. You may choose to share your diagnosis of depression with close family members or friends. This will help them understand what you’re going through. This will also help them understand that you can’t just “snap out of it,” but that you have a medical diagnosis for your condition. Don’t exclude people because you “don’t want to worry them.” If they are close family members or friends, they want to know how you’re feeling and will be willing to help you. You may want to keep some of the details of your depression private, sharing them only with your counselor. If you don’t feel like sharing with other people, such as your coworkers, you can just say that you’re going through a difficult time but that you’re working on making things better. When you live with depression, it can periodically be difficult to go out and participate in activities. But it is important to continue doing the things that you enjoy in order to build supportive relationships. Identify a couple of activities that you like or things you’d like to try. This may be taking a class, volunteering at an animal shelter, or even going to a movie with a friend. Set goals for yourself to do at least one favorite activity per week. A pet can be another important part of your support network. Having a pet is recognized by the National Institute for Mental Health as beneficial for people living with depression. Pets can provide you with constant companionship. In addition, even if you don’t feel up to...

TL;DR in English: Make a list of people to include in your support network. Share your diagnosis with supportive family or friends. Only give details that you want to give. Stay connected with your favorite activities. Get a pet.
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It’s important to have range as a singer. Being able to perform lots of different songs, genres, and event types will help you to land more gigs.  Familiarize yourself with typical weddings, bar mitzvahs, or piano bar songs, for example. You should have at least 40 popular songs memorized and performance-ready for these types of events and venues. Turn these songs into a typed list. It will be helpful to have a list ready of all the songs and genres you're comfortable with. Use genre or event types (jazz, rock, wedding, bar mitzvah, etc.) to categorize your list. Include your preferred key along with the name of each song. While a formal education isn’t required for a successful singing career, taking some singing or music classes might help you build your skillset.  If you are interested in pursuing a college degree, consider majoring or minoring in music, voice, or another performance discipline. You can also pursue lessons outside of the schoolroom by getting private vocal coaches and teachers to help you learn the basics. Learn to “Sight Sing.” Many auditions and even gigs will require you to perform new songs after only briefly looking at the music and words. This may seem like an impossible task, but this type of sight-reading can actually be learned and practiced.   How to Sight Sing If there is a choir in your school, church, or community contact them and let them know you're interested joining. This won't be a paid experience, but you will earn some valuable experience! Having a polished portfolio of all your singing credentials will help you show prospective employers that you’ve got the chops for the gig.  In addition to your name and contact information, list your vocal range, singing styles, past gigs, previous training, and any extra qualifications (like if you can also play an instrument).  Include a professional 8-by-10 headshot. This will help prospective employers remember your face and show some of your personality. Make a quality demo tape. This is perhaps the most important part of a...

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Check how much RAM your computer currently has installed. Check how much RAM your computer and operating system can support. Check what RAM format your motherboard supports. Determine the clock speed. Purchase RAM modules in pairs. Understand the difference between desktop and laptop memory.

Chances are that you have played it and the quality is questionable enough for you to be reading this article to make sure. Some additional questions to ask are:  Can you see through the DVD? If you can see through it very well, it is most likely not authentic, though this is not always the case.     Is it colorful (blue, gold, purple, etc.; instead of silver)? If it is any of the colors listed above, it is most likely not a mass-produced DVD.     Hold the DVD up to the light and tilt it to one side. You may be able to see a well-known manufacturer’s name, such as Maxell. If the disc has such a name, then the DVD was a burnable disc, and the disc’s contents are counterfeit.     Check the cover. Real movies have high-quality manufacturer photos, and often fake ones have blurry, lack of color, and less detail type covers. This will tell you that the cover probably was taken with a camera. If the movie is without security labels, the movie may be a counterfeit. In Windows, click on My Computer, then click your player’s drive. It will give you the size of the disc. There should be close to 5 GB used on a single layer or more on a double layer (but this varies depending on running time). Then go through Windows Explorer and right click on various files stored on the DVD to check properties. Look for the creation date. If the DVD is out of print, for example, and the date is recent, something is not right. However, this will probably not work with Disney imported DVD’s with copy protection and results may be misleading.

TL;DR in English: Examine the actual DVD if you have already bought it. Put the DVD into your DVD drive. If the spine of the DVD is very thin, and the case is opaque, it is probably fake.
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After buying basic precious metals, gold or silver futures, funds like ETFs and ETNs, mining stock or any other metals-based asset, tracking these investments is important.   Track with software tools that analyze changes in the value of your investments. Periodically check on your long-term holdings within your online brokerage account or with the help of your broker. As your holdings grow, you may want to consider hiring a financial manager to oversee your investments and make adjustments in response to market conditions. There are several ways to profit when your investments increase in value.  Long-term strategies can include holding on to your gold, silver or other metals for a very long time. This is often done in hopes that prices will spiral up into the stratosphere, creating vast wealth. Short-term strategies include options for those who want to benefit regularly from increases in equity values. This would involve shorter periods in which holdings that have appreciated are sold (perhaps on a yearly basis), producing more consistent and modest earnings. Based on your newly acquired experience at investing in precious metals, use a portion of your gains to reinvest in rising metals.  Drawing on past observations of market behavior and investment performance should guide you in deciding where to invest in the future.

TL;DR in English: Track your investments. Decide on a profit-taking method. Reinvest in new opportunities.
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You will want to fill the container half way for a total of 1/2 gallon of warm water.  Don’t worry about making the water very hot.  It should still be cool enough to handle. Using whatever liquid dish soap you have handy, squeeze six drops of dish soap into the gallon jug.  Gently roll your wrist to mix the soap into the water without making it foam. Measure out 2 ounces of rubbing alcohol.  You can use an alcohol jigger for an accurate measurement.  Add these two ounces of rubbing alcohol to the gallon jug. Rubbing alcohol, or isopropyl alcohol, can be hazardous.  Take precautions when handling it.  Avoid contact with skin by wearing gloves.  Don't touch your face after handling rubbing alcohol.  Wash your hands with a lot of soap and water. While the water is still warm, pour it generously over the ice which you would like to remove.  The solution will break down the ice and make it easier to shovel. You will want to remove the ice safely and efficiently.  This means getting the ice and snow out of the path for walking and driving without hurting yourself in the process.  Use a lightweight snow shovel which is not too heavy for you. Decide where you will pile the snow and ice before you start so that you don’t end up blocking a walking or driving path and needing to start over in that area. Ideally, just push the snow and ice out of the way without lifting it. If you do lift, keep your knees bent and back straight.  Remember to do the lifting with your legs and only lift as high as necessary to move the ice to your pile.  If you are turning, turn your whole body instead of twisting at the waist.

TL;DR in English: Fill a gallon jug with warm water. Add dish soap. Finish the mixture with rubbing alcohol. Pour the mixture onto the ice. Shovel the ice.
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To create felt roses, you will need to cut large circles out of your felt. Choose any color you would like, and consider choosing additional shades of green felt to create matching leaves.

TL;DR in English: Select your felt.
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Before determining how much RAM you should purchase, it will be helpful to know how much RAM you already have installed in your computer. You can quickly check your installed RAM, regardless of what operating system you are using.  Windows - Press ⊞ Win+Pause to open your System Properties window. Your installed RAM will be listed in the System section. Mac - Click the Apple menu and select "About This Mac". Your installed RAM will be displayed in the Memory entry. There are several factors that will dictate how much RAM your system can support, including your operating system and motherboard limits:  If you are using Windows, a 32-bit version can support up to 4 GB, while a 64-bit version can support up to 128 GB. You can check what version of Windows you have by pressing ⊞ Win+Pause and looking for the "System type" entry. Even if your computer supports up to 128 GB, there's a good chance that your motherboard doesn't support that much. You'll need to check the documentation for your motherboard or run an online system scanner (Crucial.com has a good one) to see how much memory your motherboard supports. Mac users will need to check their documentation to see how much their computer support as it varies significantly from model to model. If you don't have the documentation anymore, you can look up the specs of your model on the Apple support site. See this guide for more details on determining the maximum amount of RAM your computer supports. RAM has gone through several revisions over the years. The standard these days is DDR4 RAM, but if you are upgrading an older computer, you may need DDR3, DDR2 or even DDR. If this is the case, you will likely want to consider upgrading the entire computer, as older types of RAM are getting increasingly expensive. You can determine what type your computer uses by referring to the documentation or running a tool like CPU-Z, a freeware utility that analyzes your system. RAM comes in a variety of different speeds. If there are multiple speeds installed, your entire system...

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Join extracurricular activities. Get to know the people in your classes. Get involved in your community. Maintain a variety of interests. Put yourself out there.

In order to become a furry, you don’t have to pass an entry test or get permission from anyone else. The decision to become a furry is completely up to you! Whether you’ve been interested in furry-related things for a while or you’re totally new to the community, feel free to proclaim yourself a furry whenever and however you’d like.  If you want to create your own furry-related characters, meet other like minded people, and/or visit furry conventions, you’ll probably love being a part of the furry community! But it’s also totally okay to be a part of the community without calling yourself a furry. If you don't have a strong interest in anthropomorphic animals but you still want to join the community, the people within it will likely welcome you with open arms. People aren’t automatically furries if they happen to like anthropomorphic animals; they get to choose for themselves. Since the furry fandom is a global one, most furry activity happens on the internet. Try the mobile app Furry Amino or websites like SoFurry and Fur Affinity. Create an account and start commenting, posting, and connecting with other users. Or, hop into the furry community on Reddit – r/furry is a very active subreddit and it’s easy to get involved in discussions there. You can easily find other furries via Tumblr and deviantART, too.  Look for furry Discord servers, Skype groups, and Telegram groups for instant messaging. Search through furry pages and tags on regular social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube. You’ll quickly find your community there! Explore your furry fanship or fursona through any hobby or creative project you’d like. Try writing fanfiction, creating music, making video animations, vlogging, illustrating fan art, or performing in your furry persona. Then share your creations on sites like Tumblr, deviantART, FurAffinity, and YouTube.   There's a place for every interest in the furry fandom – artists, musicians, authors, dancers, comedians, actors, and many others celebrate their love of...

TL;DR in English: Make the choice to become part of the furry community. Participate in online furry groups and discussion boards. Make and share furry fan art and other creative work. Take on requests, trades, or commissions to share your creative work. Attend a furry convention to meet other furries in person. Get involved in a local furry group. Socialize with other furries to form new friendships. Be welcoming and non-judgmental around other furries. Forget your negative misconceptions about furries.
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Your glove becomes an extension of your hand when catching a baseball. It must fit your hand properly to work efficiently. As a general rule of thumb, players under the age of 12 will use a glove in the 10–11 inch (25.4–27.9 cm) range.  Older players will use something between 11 and 13 inch glove. Before playing regularly with your glove, it’s important to beak in your glove. One of the best ways to break in your glove is by practicing your catch. Catching a baseball relies heavily on your stance and body position. You should be in the athletic position to prepare catching a ball. The athletic position takes the following into effect:  Bend your knees slightly. This will give you the flexibility to lung for the ball and keep your mind focused. Keep your shoulders positioned towards the target. This will make it easier to visualize and react once the ball comes towards you. Stand on the balls of your feet instead of standing flat-footed. The key to catching a baseball is to never let the ball out of your sight. Keep your eyes fixed from the time the ball leaves the thrower's hand until it lands in your glove. By watching the ball, you can track the ball’s flight plan, and prepare for the right stance to catch the ball. ”You can’t catch what you can’t see,” meaning it'll be difficult to catch the ball if your eye is off the ball. Don’t feel inclined to stay anchored in one place, but instead move to catch the ball. If the ball is thrown and you can tell it will land behind you, run backwards while watching the ball. In baseball, catchers play by zone defense. When the ball enters your zone, it’s your job to move to it. Hold your glove with your palm facing outwards in front of your body. Position the glove in the direction of the target who is throwing the ball. If the ball is thrown above your belly button, you can use this stance to catch the ball with little adjustment.  If the throw is below your belly button, rotate your glove so that your fingers are pointed down. When the ball is thrown above your body,...

TL;DR in English: Get the right glove. Position your body. Watch the ball. Go to the ball. Position your glove. Catch the baseball. Keep your vision clear.
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The roses will scent it but it must be a good tea to begin with, so that you enjoy the blend. You could also choose oolong tea, a blend of black and green, with their lovely, rich and fruity flavours. Stir gently to combine. If wished, small dried rosebuds can be included for appearance. Ensure that these are organic too. Label and date so that you remember when it was made and when it should be used by. Most of the flavour will come out with the hot water when the tea is made though, so there's no need to wait too long. The tea will be gently scented with the added rose petals.

TL;DR in English: Select a quality black tea of your liking. Place the tea leaves and rose petals into a large mixing bowl. Transfer the mixture to suitable airtight containers. Leave for a few days for the rose petals to begin imparting a little flavour. Make the rose tea as for the instructions accompanying the black tea used as the base.
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The best way to do this is to apply direct pressure to the wound and, if possible, to raise it above the level of the heart (if bleeding is severe). This will diminish blood flow to the area, and give time for a clot to form at the site of the wound. Start by washing the area thoroughly with cool, running water. Then use an antibacterial soap, if possible, such as Dial or Soft-soap (if you do not have either of these, regular soap will do) to clean the wound. If there is still debris in the wound, you may want to use a pair of clean, sterilized tweezers to remove it. If the bleeding won't stop, or if is a deeper wound or has "foreign objects" in it (materials that cannot be removed easily), it is important to seek the advice of an experienced physician. Similarly, if the injured person has stepped or fallen on a sharp object (such as a nail) or been cut by a metal or rusty object, it is important to go to the Emergency Room to receive a tetanus shot (if necessary) and appropriate medical evaluation.

TL;DR in English: Stop the bleeding, if there is any. Clean the wound well. Know when to seek additional medical help.
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Whether you're into basketball, cheerleading, French club, or band, joining a few extracurricular activities can help you become more popular simply because you'll get to know a wider variety of people. If you only get to know the people in your classes, you'll be missing out on a wide variety of amazing people from your school. You'll also find it easier to connect with people who share your interests, so you'll be more likely to make friends.  Remember that, to be popular, people have to actually know who you are — what better way is there to get your name out there than to get involved in extracurricular activities? Finding the right extracurricular activity for you can also help you find a new passion, explore new hobbies, and maybe even to get inspired to follow a new career path. Though it's important to be a good student, you should still be able to find time to relax and make a few friends in your classes. Whether you're chatting it up with your lab partner or the person who sits behind you in Algebra II, you should make an effort to get to know the people in your classes —without disrupting your learning, of course!  You may end up finding a new best friend after working on a school project or putting together a lab report with a new classmate. Don't think that you can only find friends after school hours. People in your classes may also be excited to meet new people, because people don't always end up in class with people they already know since class assignments are random. If you have a lunch period and don't have any friends during the same period, try sitting with a new group of people, that way, you can make new friends and get to know them better. Another way to be involved is to do something in your community. Whether you're volunteering at a soup kitchen or playing softball in a rec league, doing something that is community-based will help you get to know more people and to become experienced with talking to a wider variety of people. You may also meet some people from school who are doing...

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Purchase a bag of Epsom salt. Open the bags and let the salt dry.

Traditional top hat material is no longer manufactured, but there are several modern day alternatives you can choose from. When looking for a material to use, gravitate toward fabrics that are fairly stiff and heavy. Light, floppy material will produce a floppy hat.  Craft felt is one of the most popular options you can use. It is easy to find, affordable, easy to work with, and comes in a range of colors. Polar fleece and tightly-woven wool are other possible options. Fosshape, buckram, and plastic canvas can be a little harder to find and a little more expensive, but they also tend to be a little stiffer and may produce a more pleasing result when all is said and done. If you cannot find these materials in the color you want, you can paint or dye them that color. You will need to cut out two round circles of equal proportions. The longest diameter of these circles should be about 15 inches (38 cm). The brim pieces will be stacked and sewn together to create a double layer. This is done so that the brim has more structure and support. If you only use one piece of material for the brim, it may lack the structure it needs to be convincing. The flue is the tall, chimney-like portion of the top hat that creates the signature look of the style. You will need to cut out two rectangular flue pieces of equal proportions. The length should be 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm) and the width should be 24 inches (61 cm).  Like the brim, the “flue” will also consist of a double layer of fabric for the purpose of providing adequate support. Without this double layer, the top hat is likely to sink or fold over on itself once you place it on your head. If you would like to create a more playful version of the top hat, you can also cut out separate bands in alternating colors to form the flue. Stitch the bands together lengthwise so that they form a single flue piece with a height of 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm). You only need to cut out one piece of material for the top of the hat. Cut a circle that is 8 inches (20.3 cm) in diameter. Unlike...

TL;DR in English: Choose your material. Cut the brim pieces. Cut the "flue" pieces. Cut the top piece.
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Don’t worry, the procedure is generally the same whether your dryer is electric or gas, but both need to be shut off before cleaning. Consult the user manual for your appliance if you have any concerns. The lint vent is located on the back of most dryers, either near the top or the bottom of the appliance. You are looking for either flexible aluminum tubing or piping. This is so that you can access the vent. Be sure to work carefully around the tubing as you do so. To do this, use a screwdriver to loosen the metal clamp that holds it in place. Set the vent aside on the floor for now. Do this gently, taking care not to tear a hole in it. Set the tubing carefully aside for now. Use a vent brush, turning the brush clockwise for the best effect. You can also turn it counter-clockwise, just make sure to stick with one direction or the other, not a combination. Pick it up gently and hold it up in front of you. Brush into the tubes with your vent brush. At this point you and your floor are most likely covered in lint! Use the long neck attachment to remove any remaining lint. Vacuum carefully so that nothing gets damaged. Use the long neck attachment, taking care to get all of the lint up. Work it into the nooks and crannies. Don’t forget to tighten the screws on the clamp to fix it in place. Secure the tubing carefully. Be sure to continue working carefully around the tubing. It can be easily damaged, but should be absolutely fine as long as you are careful. When working with the power sources, be sure to work carefully around the tubing behind the appliance. This will flush out any remaining lint. Shut it off after the flush. Your dryer is now ready for use!

TL;DR in English: Shut off the gas (if applicable) and unplug the dryer. Locate the lint vent. Pull the dryer gently away from the wall. Remove the vent from the wall. Pull the tubing away. Clean the wall piping and vent. Clean the removed tubing. Vacuum inside the tubing and vent. Vacuum the floor. Put the dryer vent back into place. Replace the dryer back against the wall. Plug the dryer back in and, if applicable, turn the gas back on. Turn on your dryer for about 10-15 seconds.
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A cleanable air filter is advertised as “washable,” “permanent,” and/or “reusable.” Don’t wash paper or otherwise disposable air filters. Avoid vacuuming them as well.  Washing disposable air filters can actually clog them, as well as cause mold. Disposable filters can tear under the pressure of vacuuming or compressed air. At a low pressure, this may work temporarily, but it’s not a long-term solution. Clean or change your filter every 12,000 to 15,000 miles, or more often if you travel on dusty roads or in polluted areas. Examine your air filter under a bright light. Clean or change the filter if it’s darkened or clogged with debris.  Disposable filters should be replaced, whereas permanent filters can be vacuumed or washed. If you don’t change your air filter as needed, you may notice a decrease in your gas mileage, ignition problems, or fouled spark plugs. Clean or change your filter every three months, and more frequently in-season. Clean or change the furnace filter monthly during the heating season. Clean or replace your central air filter every month or two in the cooling season.  If your filter is disposable, replace it. If it’s reusable, you can vacuum or wash it. More frequent changing is needed if your filter is exposed to a lot of dust or pet hair. Failing to clean your air filters in the home can cause HVAC failure or even fire.

TL;DR in English: Replace disposable air filters. Clean or replace your car air filter regularly. Clean or replace your home air filter routinely.
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The clothes you wear can really have an effect on your self-esteem. For example, wearing a superhero costume can boost confidence and make people feel stronger; women perform better on a math test in a sweater than in a swimsuit; and a white coat gives people more “mental agility.”  Focus on wearing clothes that make you feel comfortable, such as a nice soft sweater, your favorite jeans, and a suit and tie (or something else professional looking). Examine your wardrobe and make sure your clothes fit your style. If they don’t, you may need to go shopping!  If you dislike shopping in public or don’t know what is in style, consider a service that selects clothes for you and sends them to your house or find an online retailer with an easy free return policy. Wear colors that you like.  Doing so will help boost your mood. If you can’t decide on a color you like, a good go-to color is blue because people general respond positively to it. Find outfits that will look good to you when you look in a mirror because they match your body type or include accessories that show off your good features. There is no perfect body type, but there are good and bad clothes for particular body types. Clothes that fit because they match your type are more likely to look good on you.  If you are very skinny, avoid wearing dark colors, such as black, which are slimming.  Wear lighter colors instead.  Slim women should try to create some curve by belting a flowing dress in the center. Thin men should avoid wearing large or baggy clothing to add the appearance of bulk; dressing in the appropriate size will look better.  If you have broad shoulders and narrow hips, avoid scarves with patterns (calling attention to your shoulders), shirts that accentuate your shoulders, and footwear that looks small for your body type, but do wear pants that make your hips look bigger and shoes with wider heels or boots with buckles that call attention to your feet. If your body is pear-shaped, wear bright colors or patterns on top and dark, solid colors...

TL;DR in English: Wear clothes that make you feel comfortable. Wear clothes that accentuate the physical features you like. Wear clothes in the appropriate size or have them tailored. Wear the right lipstick. Apply make-up based on your face shape. Get a good haircut. Stay well-groomed.
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You can find this salt in pharmacies. It is often added to bathes to soothe aching muscles. Although it contains the word "salt," this product is not edible. Thanks to its pure-white color, however, the food coloring will show up much better compared to real sand.  Regular table salt will also work for this method. If you want to make edible colored sand, use white, granulated sugar instead. How long this takes depends on how dry or humid it is in your home. For most people, this will take overnight. You can speed up the drying process by spreading the salt out on a baking sheet or tray. Make sure that you use a separate sheet/tray for each color, however.

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