Know that the Khmer alphabet is very different from English. Know that there is no standard English phonetic system for Khmer. Listen to Khmer to best learn its phonetic system.

Hook your device up to its charger overnight or anytime you’re not using it to assess your activity levels. A full battery will guarantee access to all your charts and features and let the device sync with other apps, like Mobile Run or Strava.  Disabling unnecessary features (such as All-Day Sync, which enables the Fitbit to pass information back and forth with your smartphone) can greatly improve your device’s battery life.  Watch your battery level closely to make sure your Fitbit doesn’t die on you when during exercise. band periodically. It’s recommended to keep your fitbit dry and clean, even after you get it wet or sweaty. To clean it, remove your band and wipe it down with a moist cloth, then let it dry before you put it back on. For heavier buildup from sweat or sunscreen, wipe it down with some rubbing alcohol or a mild water-based cleaning solution, or scrub the inside of the band lightly with a soft-bristled toothbrush.  Avoid using soaps, as these can leave behind residues that can cause skin irritation.  Don’t submerge your Fitbit or clean it with extremely hot or cold water. Fitbit bands come in a wide range of colors and materials, including nylon, metal, stretchy synthetic elastomer and all-natural leather. Try out various bands to find the one that’s most comfortable for you and allows for maximum movement and versatility. You could have a different band for every day of the week!  A band's performance depends largely on what it's made from. Elastomer, for example, will provide the greatest amount of flexibility and comfort, while rugged materials like leather and nylon offer exceptional durability. Bands in neutral colors will wear just as well with a dress shirt and slacks as shorts and a tank top.

TL;DR in English: Keep your Fitbit charged. Clean your Fitbit Change out the band.
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It's always best to start by touching her in places that are not too sensitive and then move on to more sensitive areas if she is okay with it.  For example, you can caress a girl on her arm, face, calf, or upper back to start.  If you have never caressed her before, try holding her hand to start. If she lets you hold her hand, and holds onto it for a while, then she might be interested in more touching and you can try touching her back or arm next. If she likes what you are doing, you can start trying different places on her body. For example, you might move from her upper back to her lower back, or from her calf to her thigh. Watch for cues that she is open to this, such as smiling or moving towards your touch. Avoid touching areas of her body that she might be sensitive about, such as her stomach. Girls love it when guys play with their hair and caress it. It's a romantic gesture that seems to have emotion behind it.   Tuck her hair behind her ear. If you notice her hair has come undone, or is in her way, brush it off her face. It probably won't stay there, but she'll definitely notice the gesture. Girls enjoy having their long hair played with, stroked, and brushed. Run your fingers through her mane, eventually working your way up her neck to rub behind her ears. A girl's face and neck are intimate places to caress, but touching a girl in these places is a good place to start caressing. Try stroking her cheek and neck with one hand as talk to her and gaze into her eyes. Gently brushing your fingers across her cheek is a really good way to let her know you want to kiss her, and give her time to react. You can also try caressing a girl's hands as a good starting place. This is a form of caressing that you can do in public as well.   Try rubbing your thumb across the back of her hand while you hold hands. If you notice her hand sitting on a table next to you, try holding hands across the table, and then giving her palm a little massage. If you think that your relationship has progressed enough to try...

TL;DR in English: Start with her less sensitive areas of her body. Touch her hair, and play with it. Focus on her face and neck. Caress her hands. Caress her in more intimate places.
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This style has many similarities to standard cursive. Most of the letters are made with just one stroke as cursive is meant to be done with efficiency. The main strokes to learn are downward, upward, and curve strokes. Use lined paper, and start just above the bottom line. Curve down and to the right to the bottom line. When you touch the bottom line, stroke up to the top line moving from left to right. The letters b, f, h, i, j, k, l, m, n, p, r, s, t, u, v, w, x, y, and z all start with a downward stroke. Depending on the letter, you will have strokes that go to the top line, and some will only reach the middle line. The letter "f"  will actually reach below the bottom line. These lines will flow from right to left. Put the tip of your pen right below the top line. Arc your pen down and around to the right, and bring the pen tip back to where you started. Finish the "O" with a curl to the right. Start with your pen tip on the bottom line. Draw an upward stroke to the middle line, and make a downward stroke that reaches to the bottom line and then, curves back up. Finish with another downward stroke and a small curl. Letters like i, j, m, n, r, v, w, and y have this stroke. Start with your pen tip on the bottom line, and stroke up to the top line. Then, arc your pen to the left, and draw a downward stroke to the bottom line so that you cross over your first line at the bottom. Make an upward stroke to the middle line, and another downward stroke back down to the bottom line finishing with an upward curl at the end. Letters like b, f, k, and l have similar strokes. Use a cursive calligraphy chart, and these stroke references, to guide you through the alphabet. Remember to keep your angles consistent, and resist the temptation to finish letters using the same, continuous stroke.

TL;DR in English: Notice the detail of cursive calligraphy. Use a basic upward stroke. Learn the downward stroke. Practice the curve stroke with the letter "o". Try drawing a "u". Draw the letter "h". Try the other letters.
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For this mobile you will need silk flowers, thick ribbon, straight pins, and a straw or styrofoam wreath. A 12 inch wreath will be a good size, and you'll need several bouquets of flowers. Start by attaching the ribbon to the inside of your wreath with two straight pins (push the pins into the wreath). Then, wrap your wreath in the ribbon until it is fully covered. If you have lots of ribbon to spare you may want to wrap it tightly so that the ribbon continually overlaps. This will prevent your wreath from showing through. Then, secure the end of the ribbon inside your wreath with two more straight pins. It's easier to wrap your wreath if you leave the packaging on. Styrofoam wreaths don't always have packaging, but straw wreaths generally do. This will keep the straw from falling out of the wreath. Take your flowers and cut off any excess leaves, stems, or parts of the flower that you don't like. The flowers will need to be relatively flat, and you want each bloom to be an individual, meaning you don't want to leave the flowers connected to one another. You can use different colored flowers here, but one flower would look pretty as well. Hold your wreath and place each flower on the outside of the wreath, securing it with pins. Make sure you place the pin as far inside the flower as you can so it doesn't show. Cover the entire wreath with flowers. You can use glue here instead to attach your flowers, but pinning is easier and will provide a more secure hold for the flower. You don't want to place the flower on the wreath as if you were hanging it from a door. Instead, imagine your wreath is flat on the ground. You want to place your flowers on the side of the wreath, that is more perpendicular to the ground, rather than the top of the wreath that is parallel with your ground. Place your flowers around the wreath as if you are creating a crown. Take two ribbons and attach them to the wreath as you did in the previous section, on the 12, 3, 6, and 9 points of a clock. Because your mobile doesn't have anything...

TL;DR in English: Visit a craft store for your supplies. Wrap the wreath in ribbon. Cut your flowers. Pin your flowers to the wreath. Attach ribbons to the wreath. Position and hang your mobile.
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This app is on one of your home screens. It's a few screens down. It's the first option under "TRANSACTION DETAILS." Choose the card you want your Wallet purchases to use by default. Once you select a card, you'll return to the menu. You can also change other details about your card here, including your billing address.

TL;DR in English: Open your iPhone's Settings . Scroll down and tap Wallet & Apple Pay . Tap Default Card. Select a card.
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The Khmer language is ancient and borrows from many other Austroasiatic languages, most notably Thai and Lao. It is similar to other southeast Asian languages such as Vietnamese and Mon, and has a beautiful flowing script. If you know much about Asian language systems, you'll know that this means that Khmer, both in print and spoken aloud, is very different from the English alphabet system.  The Khmer alphabet is alphasyllabic, meaning that each letter represents a syllable rather than one sound like in English. It is written from left to right, with no spaces between words in a given sentence. Khmer contains 33 consonant letters, 14 independent vowels, and 21 vowel diacritics (essentially an accent mark written above or below a letter that changes the way it is pronounced). None of these letters are similar to English, which can make it hard to learn for native English speakers. There are many systems that people use to "romanize" the Khmer language, that is, to render it in roman alphabetic characters like those used in the English language. This can make it hard to learn how to pronounce Khmer phrases, as you will find many variations of how Khmer words are written in phonetically in English. While you can learn the gist of the language by reading about it, the best way to learn to pronounce phrases in Khmer is to listen to native speakers.  You can watch free Khmer lessons at www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Hp_Kj5e5PQ Check out Youtube video blogger Nathanial Dick's introductory videos at www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0XPeQACWm4. While he is not a native speaker, his videos are very helpful if you are a native English speaker just learning about Khmer.

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Make garlic oil regularly to apply as a topical analgesic. Apply a generous amount of garlic oil to the parts of your back that are sore. Leave the oil on the skin for 3 hours. Repeat daily as needed for back pain.

Cover the affected area while it's still damp so that the baking soda has an easier time sticking. If possible, place another object (like a bucket, bowl or plastic washtub) over the stain so that it's completely enclosed. That way, more of the odor will be trapped rather than escaping into the air. You should follow up with this step even if you used baking soda to soak up the vomit originally. A second application will most likely be needed to rid the area of more persistent odors. It will take several hours for the sodium bicarbonate to absorb the remainder of the odor-causing residue. In the meantime, there's not much else you can do but be patient. Wait until the baking soda has solidified into dry clumps before suctioning it up. Spray the room with a powerful air freshener or a homemade version mixed from water, fresh citrus juice and essential oils. If possible, leave a door or window open to the room to promote ventilation. Most of the smell should dissipate within a couple of hours.  Turning on the overhead fan or air conditioning can help cut down on overpowering odors. Avoid running the heater, which can thicken odors and make them more pronounced. Burning scented candles may also help improve the air quality in the room. Sweep the area from multiple angles, using a variety of head attachments as needed. Run your hand over the spot to make sure you didn't miss any baking soda. After you've vacuumed a second time, it will be hard to tell there was ever a stain there in the first place.  Use a handheld vacuum or Shop-Vac to remove baking soda from your car interior or other hard-to-reach spots. Be sure to empty out the contents of the vacuum into the trash to get rid of the clumps before using it again.

TL;DR in English: Dust the surface with baking soda. Let the baking soda sit overnight. Air out the room. Vacuum up the dried mess.
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Sometimes you have to do a little work over the weekend, whether it’s take-home work from your job or chores to do around the house. However, try not to let work consume your entire weekend. Pick a few high-priority tasks and focus on those. Plan to get your tasks out of the way early in the weekend, so that you can spend the rest of your time relaxing and enjoying yourself. Don’t let yourself feel overwhelmed by the amount of stuff you need to get done. Settle on two or three things that need your immediate attention, and decide on a schedule for tackling anything else during the week, or during your next weekend. If you can, set aside a little time every day during the week to tackle mundane chores like doing housework, buying groceries, or paying the bills. That way, you will have more free time during your weekend to do things you enjoy. Set aside a few minutes during your weekend to plan for the upcoming week. Make a to-do list, set a few goals for things you would like to accomplish, and rough out a schedule for yourself. Taking a few minutes to write up a plan of action for the next few days can help you take your mind off your responsibilities and focus on more enjoyable things. Try to give yourself at least 24 hours during the weekend to focus on doing things you enjoy. Set specific hours for your downtime, and avoid the temptation to do or think about things that stress you out. . In addition to minimizing work and chores during the weekend, you can help yourself relax and feel more in the moment by disconnecting from social media. Spending too much time on social media will not only eat away your weekend hours, but can also contribute to feelings of stress and isolation. Put away your phone or tablet, resist the urge to check your email, and simply focus on the here and now. Schedule internet-free time during your weekend. If it helps, turn off your devices or disconnect them from the internet during that time.

TL;DR in English: Decide on a few key tasks for the weekend. Make a schedule for getting your work done. Prioritize your tasks. Try to get chores done during the week. Plan ahead for the next week. Set aside time just for relaxing. Disconnect from social media
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Make sure you are aware of the most important facts about CFS.   Chronic fatigue is not very common. It is estimated to affect 836,000 to 2.5 million people in the United States. Chronic fatigue is diagnosed four more times more often in women than men. There is no test for chronic fatigue. It can be diagnosed through symptoms or signs that are happening at the same time. There is no cure for chronic fatigue; however, symptoms can be treated and reduced. Adults have a fair to poor prognosis for chronic fatigue. Children have a better to good prognosis. In both cases, treatment of the symptoms is important. Having a healthy lifestyle is the best advice given by physicians to treat chronic fatigue. In younger people, the most common group diagnosed is teenagers. It is very difficult for doctors to diagnose CFS since there is no test and the symptoms mirror a number of other diseases.   Know the difference between CFS and ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis). CFS is the preferred term for doctors, while ME is used by those suffering from the condition. For many, fatigue seems too everyday of a word to describe the syndrome.   Realize there is no test for CFS. The doctor will not be able to provide a simple and easy test, so make sure to have patience. Know the common symptoms as described above. If you have CFS, you will experience four of the eight symptoms close to the same time. Talk to your doctor about getting tested for other potential causes of fatigue. Because CFS is relatively rare, it is more likely you are suffering from a different condition, including thyroid, anemia, sleep disorders, medication side effects, infections, nutritional deficiencies, fibromyalgia, autoimmune disorders, depression, and so on. Many of these are more treatable than CFS. Realize that CFS goes through cycles of remission and relapse. You may feel better for a time and then feel much worse. There is no cure, but only the symptoms can be managed. Your symptoms may vary. Some symptoms will be prominent than others. Additionally, some...

TL;DR in English: Know your facts. Know the difficulties of diagnosing chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Provide your doctor with all necessary information. Consider sleep disorders. Make sure to test for a variety of conditions besides chronic fatigue. Make management plan with doctor. Change your lifestyle. Look into alternative medicine. Get emotional support.
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Go to https://www.videolan.org/vlc/index.html in your computer's web browser, then click the orange Download VLC button on the right side of the page. Double-click the VLC setup file you downloaded, click Yes when prompted, and follow the setup instructions. Find the video you want to use with subtitles. This video should be in the same folder as your subtitles file from earlier. Doing so prompts a drop-down menu. It's in the drop-down menu. A pop-out menu will appear. This is in the pop-out menu. Doing so opens your video in VLC Media Player. It's at the top of the VLC window. A drop-down menu will appear. This is in the drop-down menu. Doing so prompts a new pop-out menu. It's in the pop-out menu. You should see your subtitles appear on the video.

TL;DR in English: Download VLC Media Player. Install VLC. Go to your video. Right-click the video. Select Open with. Click VLC media player. Click the Subtitle tab. Select Sub track. Click Track 1.
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Take the large head of cauliflower and use a box grater to grate it into fine crumbs. Pour the crumbs into a large bowl. While you’re preparing the ingredients, preheat the oven to 400°F (204.5°C). Even if you’re not looking for a gluten-free recipe, this is still a tasty, healthier recipe than using pizza dough. Along with the cauliflower, add the 2 large eggs, shredded parmesan, basil, and garlic powder into the bowl. Season the ingredients with salt and pepper. Mix all of the ingredients together. Use your hands to form the ingredients into patties (as many as you can make). The patties should be about 3 inches (7.6 cm) in diameter. The patties will be wet, but not so wet that the ingredients don’t bond together to from the patty. Put the patties on a greased baking sheet. They should be golden when they are done. Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool. Top each patty with a thin layer of marinara sauce. After that, add the shredded mozzarella. Put mini pepperonis on top of each patty. Once you have topped them with ingredients, put them back in the oven. Bake them for 5 to 7 minutes. When they are done baking, remove them from the oven and garnish each patty with basil. Cover the leftovers and store them in the refrigerator for no more than 3 to 5 days.

TL;DR in English: Grate the cauliflower. Combine the ingredients. Form the patties. Bake the patties for 20 minutes. Top the patties. Bake the patties again.
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Fry 10 cloves of garlic in 2 oz. (60 ml) of coconut or sesame oil. Heat the oil on low heat in a frying pan, and keep the cloves of garlic in the pan until they are brown. Strain the garlic cloves away and keep the oil in a small glass jar. This can be used for a few days after making it. Massage the garlic into the skin. Wash it off with soap and water. Try taking a warm bath to increase the effects of the oil on tight or sore muscles.

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Wash your face. Avoid alcohol. Stay hydrated. Don’t smoke. Use sunscreen. Wear sunglasses.

Making signs means getting wood. Use an axe or sword to chop down a nearby tree. In order to make one sign, you will need:  6 wooden planks 1 stick If you already have your raw materials, skip straight to the next step. If you don't know how to make wood into wooden planks, and finally, into sticks, read on.  Craft wooden planks out of wood. One block of wood, crafted, will turn into 4 wooden planks. In order to make one sign, you'll therefore need at least 2 blocks of wood to craft. Craft sticks out of two wooden planks. Place two wooden planks in a vertical line on your crafting table to yield 4 sticks.

TL;DR in English: Gather materials. If you haven't already, craft your wooden planks and stick.
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Use sandpaper or steel wool to scuff the sides of the stainless steel object.  Scuffing the steel will create a more age-worn appearance. It also removes some of the protective coating, allowing more of the vinegar to penetrate and work its way through the metal. Steel wool pads will usually create deeper scratches, so if you want to create more subtle wear, use sandpaper instead. Choose a medium to heavy grit sandpaper for best results. Place the prepared steel item in a plastic bucket or in another similar container made of non-reactive material. All sides you wish to antique should be exposed. If one side is covered or hidden against the side of the container, the vinegar may not work as effectively there. Pour vinegar into the container, covering all sides of the stainless steel piece.  You may want to wear safety goggles and safety gloves when handling vinegar. Even though vinegar is a mild acid, it could sting if it splashes into your eyes. Vinegar can also be a mild irritant if you have sensitive skin or if your skin is submerged for prolonged periods. Every side touching the vinegar will be affected. Any type of vinegar should work for this project, but white distilled vinegar is recommended since it is fairly cheap and easy to come by. If the steel piece starts to float, hold it down by placing stones or dry beans on top of it. Make sure that the vinegar still has access to the piece, however. Keep the steel piece submerged in the vinegar for at least eight hours.  The piece should look subtly aged and worn as soon as you remove it. When you remove the piece, rinse the vinegar away with clean water and dry it with clean towels. If the antiqued appearance isn't as notable as you would prefer, soak the stainless steel for a longer period of time.  Stainless steel comes in different grades, so this may not be effective on all steel pieces. High-grade stainless steel is more likely to resist corrosion than low-grade stainless steel. If the vinegar doesn't produce results, you could try using a more...

TL;DR in English: Scuff the steel. Place the piece in a larger container. Cover with vinegar. Allow it to sit overnight. Repeat as desired.
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There is growing evidence suggesting that a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids can help protect the skin from the sun. However, it’s important to use diet in conjunction with other sun-protection measures, such as using sunscreen and wearing protective clothes. Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids include:  Salmon Halibut Algae Nut oils Chia and hemp seeds Lycopene is an antioxidant that’s found primarily in red foods such as tomatoes and red peppers. However, in order to attain the most sun-protection benefits from lycopene, it’s important to cook the foods in a small amount of oil. Good sources of lycopene, therefore, include:  Tomato paste Vegetable pasta sauces Roasted red peppers Cocoa is packed with antioxidants such as flavonoids and catechins, and eating it can help your skin protect itself from sun damage. To get the most benefits from dark chocolate, eat about 2 oz (60 g) per day. Avoid chocolate that has milk added to it, as this can interfere with the body’s ability to absorb all antioxidants.

TL;DR in English: Eat foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Add lycopene-rich foods to your dinners. Eat dark chocolate.
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When it comes to dogs, every breed has its pros and cons, and Boston Terriers are no different. In general, Boston Terriers are known to have some of the following positive traits which can make them fun and easy to care for:  Friendly, good-natured temperament. Good with kids and other pets. Not many grooming needs Playful and lively, but not hyperactive. Small but resilient. While Boston Terriers make great companions for the reasons above, they aren't without their shortcomings. The "cons" below can make them a little more difficult to care for than other breeds:  Can have behavior problems if not bred well. Sometimes tricky to housetrain. Can drool frequently or suffer from bad gas (seriously). Can tend to make lots of noise (not just barks, but also wheezing, snorting, huffing, sniffling, and snoring). Can be vulnerable to certain health problems (see section below). Boston Terriers need:  A place to live where they can spend much of their time indoors (they do not tolerate heat or cold well). A place to live where they won't be constantly left alone (they suffer from separation anxiety easily) A trainer who's willing to be patient, gentle, and light on punishment (Bostons can be a sensitive breed). Frequent checkups with a vet. An owner who's willing to take special efforts at home to protect the dog from likely health issues.

TL;DR in English: Know the unique joys of this breed. Know the unique difficulties of this breed. Be aware of this breed's special needs.
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. Depending on your relationship with a person, there are many ways you can show respect. In some cases, this might be by listening patiently when someone is speaking, even if you have something important you want to say. Some other ways you can show respect include:  Taking care of borrowed possessions. When you borrow something and take good care of it, the person you borrowed it from will surely be appreciative.  Being polite. Always remember to say please and thank you, follow the rules, and practice good manners. Cleaning up after yourself. If you don't clean up after yourself when you make a mess, someone else will have to. This can make people frustrated instead of impressed. . It's easy to forget a promise, like doing chores or finishing your homework. When you break a promise, it's like saying you don't value the person you made the promise with. To prevent yourself from forgetting, you may want to write down a list of things you've promised to do. When you've completed a promise, you can cross it off the list. In some situations, it may be inconvenient to write down your promises. In this case, you might want to pause what you're doing and take care of it while you remember. You can always continue what you were doing later, when your promise is complete. . Everyone has strong feelings at some point, and these can lead you to do or say things that hurt others. When you notice you're feeling a strong emotion, like anger, sadness, or embarrassment, you'll need to be extra careful. The more you practice controlling your emotions, the better your control will become.  When you feel emotional, ask yourself, "Would I say or do this normally? If I say or do this, will I hurt someone?" If the answer is yes, you may want to wait until you calm down before you do anything.  Taking deep, regular breaths can help you calm down. Breathe in slowly for five seconds, hold the breath for five seconds, and exhale the breath for five seconds. You may need to repeat this a few times, but after you should feel somewhat...

TL;DR in English: Show respect to others Keep your promises Control your feelings Make and keep eye contact Care for your appearance. Help others without being asked.
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Use gentle cleanser twice a day. Keeping your skin clean helps reduce the impurities and gets rid of the oil and grime that naturally get on our skin. Drinking alcohol can dry out your skin. The area around your eyes is particularly full of water, so alcohol has an outsize effect on it. Even though it won’t necessarily show in increased hydration of your skin, it helps your overall health. It can also help you recover from dry environments and exposure to smoke or other irritants. Smoking, like alcohol, dries out your skin. The constant smoke in your face also means that you’re going be crinkling up your eyes more to avoid the smoke, creating more wrinkles around your eyes. Smoke is also bad for your eyes themselves, and can cause irritation. Protecting your skin from the sun is one of the most important steps you can take for skin health. The sun dries, wrinkles, and can cause permanent damage to your skin, particularly the sensitive areas on your face. Your eyes need to be protected from the harmful rays of the sun just as much as your skin does. Squinting as you look into the sunlight can also cause wrinkles in your skin. Choose ones with UV protection.

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Recognize the symptoms of depression. Validate their pain, but don't stay there. Avoid taking their depression personally. Don't underestimate how serious depression can be. Offer to help with small things. Be a compassionate listener. Remember that you aren't their therapist. Encourage your friend to seek professional help. Know that depression can come and go. Set your own boundaries.

Combine the leaves from your small bunch of mint with your equal parts of water and sugar in a small saucepan. Heat on medium, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely. This could take anywhere from 5 to 10 minutes. Let the syrup sit in your refrigerator for about an hour, or until it feels cool.  If you want to cool the syrup down faster, place it in the freezer for 20 minutes. Before chilling the syrup, make sure that you transfer it into a heatproof bowl. If you use a plastic bowl, the heat from the syrup could cause the plastic to start melting. Once the syrup feels cool, pour it through a strainer or small colander. Collect the syrup in a bowl beneath the strainer and filter out the leaves.  You only need 2 Tbsp (30 ml) of this syrup for your shamrock shake. The rest can be saved in a sealed container for another dish, though. Discard the mint leaves you strained out. Add the ingredients to an electric blender and whip together on a high speed for 15 to 30 seconds, or until thoroughly combined. Taste the shake before serving it. If the mint flavor is not strong enough, you can add more mint syrup or more mint extract. If the alcohol taste is not strong enough, you can add a bit more whiskey. Be aware, though, that adding more liquid will cause your shake to thin out. Pour the shamrock shake into one or two serving glasses. Decorate each one with a generous helping of whipped cream topping and a bright red maraschino cherry.

TL;DR in English: Heat the mint leaves and sugar in water. Chill the mint syrup. Strain out the mint leaves. Combine 2 Tbsp (30 ml) mint syrup with the ice cream, milk, whiskey, mint extract, and food coloring. Garnish with whipped cream and a cherry, if desired.
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.. given by the recursion shown. This cannot be solved by any of the above methods, but a formula can be found by using generating functions. A generating function is simply a formal power series where the coefficient of xn is the nth term of the sequence. The objective in this step is to find an equation that will allow us to solve for the generating function A(x). Extract the initial term. Apply the recurrence relation to the remaining terms.  Split the sum. Extract constant terms. Use the definition of A(x). Use the formula for the sum of a geometric series.  The methods for doing this will vary depending on exactly what A(x) looks like, but the method of partial fractions, combined with knowing the generating function of a geometric sequence, works here as shown.

TL;DR in English: Consider the sequence 2, 5, 14, 41, 122 . Write the generating function of the sequence. Manipulate the generating function as shown. Find the generating function A(x). Find the coefficient of the xn in A(x). Write the formula for an by identifying the coefficient of xn in A(x).
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Are you singing to your ten-year-old daughter at a birthday party with a few other friends? You'll probably want to keep it simple. Are you singing alone to your husband or wife? Maybe you should sing more softly and romantically. Are you singing with a huge group to your father at his 80th birthday party? Maybe you guys should all practice, or at least decide when you are going to sing. It’s important to understand the context of your event so you can figure out what’s appropriate. If you’ve got a deep voice, don’t try singing Happy Birthday in the traditional singsong way. Use your deep voice! Stay within your range and don’t try to hit the high notes. No one is expecting you to be an expert. Practicing often to yourself, for example at home, will allow you to work out any kinks that may be in your voice and also help you to remember the song. It will also allow you to add special flourishes to the song, like a “cha cha cha” after every line. If you’re performing with a group of other people it’s always a good idea to rehearse. Designate one person to act as the conductor and start on their cue. You don’t want to start at different times or end at different times. Otherwise, everyone should easily fall into line. If you’re singing with a group and you aren’t going to have time to practice before hand, don’t try doing anything special. It’s assumed that everyone knows the song.

TL;DR in English: Decide the context of the event. Figure out the strengths and weaknesses of your voice. Practice singing the song alone. Practice with others.
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Salads can be just as bad as any entrée if they are loaded with dressing.  Instead, order what you want to eat with any unhealthy aspects either taken off or put on the side (if you can handle having them there without feeling like you need to eat them). If you feel this way then remind yourself that the money you spent on the part of the meal that you didn't eat is just an investment in a healthier you or if you can take the rest of the food home and eat it later.  If you go to a restaurant and find the portions to be large, ask for a take-home box when your food arrives.  Place half the meal into the box before you begin to eat.  Plan on eating the rest later that day, if you get hungry, or tomorrow. This way you won't feel you've wasted money or food and you'll already have tomorrow's lunch ready to warm up.     Do a little research before you go to the restaurant. There are websites that list the ingredients/nutritional facts for restaurants.

TL;DR in English: Ordering meals that sound less unhealthy won't always guarantee that they are healthy. Never justify eating your entire meal because you paid for it.
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Although a determined intruder can get past a locked door, always lock your doors and windows. Additionally, check that the locks are working well and feel secure. This makes it harder for an intruder to enter your home. If you open a window to let in fresh air, don’t leave that room unattended. Additionally, it’s best not to leave your windows open when you’re not at home or overnight. Thick vegetation and high bushes give possible intruders a place to hide, so it’s easier for them to creep around your home. Prune the bushes and shrubbery around your home so that it doesn’t get too thick. Additionally, manicure any vegetation in the area.  You might think high bushes will cover your windows and hide your home. However, they also hide a prowler. If you have trees around your home, make sure they don’t make it easy for intruders to crawl up to windows on the upper stories of your home. Burglars are looking for a house that has a lot of valuables. Don’t let them see what they can steal from you. The best way to do this is to cover your windows with curtains or blinds. In addition, doing this can deter potential harassers (e.g. peeping toms and stalkers) from looking into your house. It’s easier for them to see inside your home at night when the lights are on. Always shut your curtains after the sun goes down. Intruders don’t want to be seen, so they’re less likely to break in if the area around your home is well-lit. Use your porch light to keep the area around your door lit. Additionally, install outdoor floodlights on each side of your home.  If you have a back door light, turn it on in the evening, as well. Consider the position of street lights around your home. They might help keep your home well-lit without you having to install as many outdoor lights. A camera may act as a deterrent for would-be criminals if they can see it. They don’t want to get caught, so they might think twice about breaking into your home. If they do still break in, the police can use your camera footage to help catch them. In...

TL;DR in English: Keep your doors and windows locked, even while you’re home. Trim the vegetation around your home so intruders can’t hide. Use curtains to prevent people from seeing inside your home. Install outdoor lighting so there’s nowhere for an intruder to hide. Install a security camera at your front door or over your garage. Replace your bedroom door with a heavy wooden door that locks. Get a home alarm to scare off intruders and alert authorities of danger.
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Sometimes people aren't necessarily depressed, they're simply going through a difficult time of life. However, if a friend shows signs of depression, you may need to pay close attention to make sure that it doesn't get worse.  Do they exhibit persistent sad, anxious, or empty moods? Do they present feelings of hopelessness or pessimism (nothing will ever get better; life is terrible)? Do they have lots of feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness? Are they fatigued, have decreased energy? Do they have difficulty concentrating on things, remembering things, or making decisions? Have you noticed insomnia, or oversleeping? Have they lost or gained significant weight? Are they restless and irritable? Have they mentioned or talked about thinking about death or suicide? Have they made or talked about making a suicide attempt? This could show by them saying something about how the world world be a better place if they weren't in it. Remember that their pain and feelings of hopelessness and helplessness are real. Validate the fact that they feel these negative feelings and then do your best to turn their attention elsewhere.  Depressed people may respond to distractions. You don't have to make the distraction super obvious. If you're taking a walk, for example, pointing out the beauty of the light on the water, or the color of the sky can turn the conversation. Going over the same negative feelings again and again can actually make things worse, because it encourages a depressed person to remain in that negative place. When someone is depressed they often have difficulty connecting to anyone on an emotional level, because of what they are going through. Taking it personally will mean that they will have a more difficult time reaching out.  A depressed person might lash out by saying something hurtful or angry towards you. Remember that this is the depression not the friend who is saying those things. This doesn't mean that you need to take abuse from them. If your friend is becoming abusive, as well as...

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Become aware of your emotions. Validate yourself. Keep perspective. Don't take yourself too seriously. Let go of defeat.

When everyone is on the same page about what the issue is, then you can go about finding a solution. The steps for establishing a goal are similar to defining the problem:  Clearly state your ideal solution to this issue. Ask the other person to do the same. Again, listen carefully and don't make assumptions. The other person may not be aware of his own goal. Ask similar questions to the ones you asked yourself prior to the conflict so they can establish one. Encourage him or her to be as specific as possible. When everyone has expressed a desired solution, find compatibility in the responses. This will ease the process to finding a solution.  Disagreements tend to magnify differences and obscure similarities. Break this trend by looking for similarities, no matter how small they are. Any common ground is a starting point to build from. Use phrases like, "Okay, so it looks like we agree on..." to make it clear that there is common ground between the two parties. This realization can make people more willing to cooperate and compromise. Take a workplace argument for example. In defining their problem, both parties have stated that they don't enjoy working in close proximity to each other because it is a distraction. From that common ground, a solution can be an office or desk change to resolve the disagreement. It is very likely you and the other person won't agree completely on a solution. Using the common ground you've established, work out a solution that is acceptable to both parties.  Talk through everyone's ideas for an ideal solution. Find out what is most important to the other person and clearly state what is important to you. This will show what everyone is willing and unwilling to compromise on. Remember that in a compromise, neither party is completely satisfied. Be flexible enough to work with the other person and come to a solution acceptable for everyone. Take the previous workplace disagreement as an example. Both parties don't want to work in the same area. But there aren't any offices...

TL;DR in English: Establish a goal. Find common ground. Compromise. Address all issues in the solution. Follow-up on the solution.
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As noted above, all of the tiny differences between Coke and Pepsi are easier (though not exactly easy) to notice when you can compare both drinks (rather than tasting one and trying to guess what it is). To stand a better chance of telling Coke and Pepsi apart, have both drinks available and ready to drink so you can try one and then immediately try the other. If you're doing this for entertainment purposes, have a friend blindfold you and scramble the drink containers so you're not sure which is which. If you're training to be able to tell the drinks apart in the future, feel free to leave the blindfold off. Your first action should be to take only a small sip of each soda. While everyone's sense of taste will differ, this test isn't quite as random as you may think. See below: Statistically, more people tend to prefer the taste of Pepsi after just one sip. Its sharper, sweeter taste makes it create a stronger impression. It can even caused increased stimulation in the part of the brain responsible for judging flavors. Now, continue to drink both sodas until you run out or you start to feel full. Take note of which soda you were more comfortable drinking a large amount of. If your preference switched (that is, you preferred one soda for the sip test but the other once you drank more of each), you're like most people. See below:  Statistically, more people tend to prefer Coke when drinking an entire can or more. Its smoother, less sweet flavor makes it easier to drink large quantities of it.  Thus, if you liked one soda better after just a sip but liked the other one better once you drank more, the first one was probably Pepsi and the second was probably Coke.

TL;DR in English: Have both sodas for comparison purposes. See which you prefer after a sip test. See which you prefer after drinking as much as you want.
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Canine stroke typically occurs when blood vessels in the brain rupture (hemorrhagic stroke) or become blocked (ischemic stroke). The symptoms of canine stroke may appear quite suddenly, and may also be different from the typical signs of stroke in humans. Your dog may have had a stroke if it:  Walks in circles for no apparent reason. Holds its head tilted to one side. Turns the wrong way when called. Has difficulty balancing, standing, or walking. Experiences extreme lethargy. Has sudden problems with bladder and bowel control. Shows signs of loss of vision. Suddenly collapses. You may also notice your dog’s eyes moving rapidly from side to side as if following a moving object (nystagmus). Stroke is only one possible cause of nystagmus, but it is always a good idea to get this symptom evaluated by a vet. You can help your vet diagnose canine stroke and identify potential underlying causes more quickly by letting them know if your dog has any common risk factors for stroke. Stroke may be more likely to occur in elderly dogs and dogs with a history of:  Head injury or trauma. Heart disease. Diabetes. Kidney disease. Endocrine disorders, such as thyroid disease or Cushing’s disease. Brain tumors. Exposure to some types of poison. Certain parasites or tick-borne diseases, such as Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. If you suspect your dog has a stroke, take them to the vet immediately. Tell your vet about your dog’s symptoms and health history. In addition to examining your dog and observing their behavior, your vet may use imaging tests as an MRI, CT scan, or standard X-rays in order to confirm or rule out a stroke.  Your vet may perform other tests, such as a spinal tap, in an effort to check for other conditions and diseases with similar symptoms. The vet will be looking for bleeding, clots, inflammation, or masses in the brain. Treat any symptoms of stroke as a medical emergency. Early medical intervention may help ensure the best possible outcome for your dog.

TL;DR in English: Look for the symptoms of canine stroke. Assess your dog’s risk factors for stroke. Bring your dog to the vet’s office for testing.
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The  most  important thing you can do when you hear gossip about someone is to halt the rumor in its tracks. No matter how juicy it seems, it's not worth hurting someone's feelings over. Put yourself in this person's shoes - would you like to come to school one day only to find out that everyone's been talking about you? Wouldn't that make you feel lonely and betrayed? Don't pass gossip along - if you do, you're helping it spread.  It's also not a bad idea to try convincing the person who told you the gossip to stop spreading it. If they're a close friend or a good person, you might have success. However, if they're already a gossip king or queen, they may not listen. Let's use an example. Let's say a friend comes to you with a juicy secret about a kid you know named Jason - he hasn't been at school for the past week because he caught mono from kissing Kim under the bleachers! In this case, just calmly say something like "Oh, let's not spread rumors about him" to squash the conversation. Don't let a baseless rumor you heard impact your behavior in any way. Don't start avoiding or antagonizing people just because you heard something bad about them. One of the reasons gossip can hurt so badly is because it can change the way their friends and acquaintances act around them. Imagine, for instance, how it might feel for someone to walk down the hallway at school if people break into whispers and giggles as s/he walks by. Never change the way you think or act about someone until you have reason to believe the things you've heard are true. In our example, you would not let the rumors about Jason and Kim change your behavior in any way. You certainly wouldn't avoid Jason in the lunch room or complain about having to share a locker with Kim, for instance! Lots of the gossip you hear is completely bogus, usually made up by someone to get back at someone else. Sometimes, however, rumors are true or half-true. Even if you're  sure  that a rumor you hear is true, don't spread it. It's very embarrassing to have private...

TL;DR in English: Don't pass the gossip along. Don't take the gossip as true. Don't make exceptions for gossip you  know  is true. Keep secrets. Never start rumors yourself. Know when to report rumors to teachers.
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Don't be afraid; this kind of practice will take your game up to the next level. Of course, they shouldn't be way more experienced than you or it'll lead to some awkwardness. But if you can hold your own in a jam session with them while learning something, then go for it. Don't be stubborn about how awesome you are. Take his advice instead. Listen to what you can really take away and use to improve your playing. He's probably right. He's just trying to get you up to speed with everyone else. Remember that you want to learn to work together with other band members, even if it means you have to adjust your style a bit. Be sensitive to the environment you are playing in, if it's a small room you need to adapt or play quieter, in a large venue you may need to play a bit louder. Set yourself at least 10 different volumes of playing. You can say to your bandleader would you like 1 - 10.

TL;DR in English: Push yourself to perform with more experienced musicians, even if it's for a rehearsal or a jam session. Be keen and listen to what the bandleader says. If the bandleader says you are too loud or need to calm down, don't take it too personally. Be aware of your surroundings. Master the dynamics.
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Think about what you just experienced, and try to understand how you are currently responding to it. If you are angry, ask yourself why you are angry. If you are disappointed, ask yourself what you hoped to achieve. Before you accept or control your emotions, you must first understand them.  Think about how you would have felt if you had not been defeated. Compare the two states, and consider what remains the same between the two outcomes. Consider writing your thoughts down. Speak to a trusted friend or family member about your feelings. You probably know how you best process emotions – so do what you need to do to come to terms with the situation. Tell yourself that there is no way to "feel wrong". No emotion is inherently good or bad. They simply are, and it's healthy to embrace them. Acknowledge the fact that whatever you are feeling is entirely acceptable. Bear in mind that while it is important to embrace emotions, it may be unwise to follow certain feelings (such as anger or self-loathing) to their logical conclusions. You may not have been able to prevent your defeat, but you can control your reaction towards it. Take a deep breath, and try to be as levelheaded as possible. Remind yourself that what has happened has happened, and that you cannot change it. This attitude will allow you to be flexible and adaptable – and you may find yourself better at handling negativity and loss in future situations. Remember that life goes on one defeat may not be important in the larger scheme of things. A situation can always be worse. Consider whether there is a silver lining that you haven't yet seen. Try to find the humor in what has happened, and keep a smile on your face – even though it may be hard for you to crack a natural smile. You may find that the situation is funnier, smaller, or more absurd once you take a step back from your personal investment. When you fail, your emotions can distort your perspective. Do not linger on what happened, and do not let your defeat continue to defeat you. You might feel...

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Urinate before starting the massage. Lie down somewhere comfortable. Press and rub your abdomen. Seek assistance from an obstetrician, nurse, or midwife.

Go for comfortable shoes with no heel or a low heel. If you work in an environment where your toes could be injured, wear protective shoes. Do not cut your toenails to follow the line of your toes, as this can lead to ingrown toenails. Try not to cut them too short or leave them too long. Do this in warm water for 10 – 15 minutes. This will help to soften your toenails and make them more flexible. It will also make it easier to lift the edge of your toenail over the skin so they do not grow into your skin and become ingrown. Add two tablespoons of Epsom salts to your foot bath or soak them in Domeboro Astringent solution, which can be found at more drugstores.

TL;DR in English: Wear open-toed shoes. Cut your toenails straight across. Soak your feet two to three times a week.
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Preparing your kitchen and home for a child with a newly diagnosed food allergy can seem overwhelming.  Take time to clean out the kitchen of any foods that are unsafe for your child.  Take a weekend to spend cleaning out and reorganizing your pantry, refrigerator, freezer and any other spots you store foods.  This may take more than a day to get everything set up. Remove all foods that contain the allergen.  You'll need to read labels and ingredient lists to ensure all potentially hazardous foods have been removed. You can choose to donate or trash these "unsafe" foods if you desire.  Many times, unopened items can be donated to food banks. Consider having your child help you.  He should not touch or come into contact with these foods; however, it will be good practice to have him read labels and identify potentially unsafe items. In addition to removing unsafe foods from your house, it's important to minimize "cross contamination."  Make sure to wash and sanitize all items in your house.  Cross contamination is when allergens from unsafe foods come into contact with cookware or flatware that is supposed to be "allergen-free."  For example, if you use a knife to spread peanut butter on your bagel, but use the same knife (even wiped off) to spread jelly on your child's bread, you have cross-contaminated your child's meal with peanut allergens. All dishes and utensils need to be washed and thoroughly rinsed in hot soapy water.  In addition, rinse off dishes that have food residue on them prior to putting them in a dishwasher.  You may also want to consider labeling some flatware and cookware as "allergen-free" and only use these items to prepare and serve allergen-free foods.  Also wash these separate from other kitchen items. If your child has a food allergy, it can be difficult to limit items in your house.  This is especially true if you have other children in the home with you.  If you need to include foods in your home that contain an allergen one child has, consider labeling your foods as either "safe"...

TL;DR in English: Clean out your kitchen. Wash and sanitize all cookware and flatware. Consider labeling foods "safe" or "unsafe". Keep foods contained to one room. Take extra precautions when cooking.
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Put your problem on paper with pen. This will help the problem seem more tangible and will make you more likely to try to solve it when it is written down and staring you in the face.  For example, if your problem is that you don't have enough money, you could write that down. You could also write down the implications of that problem to drive home the point and motivate you to solve it. An implication of not having enough money might be that you are stressed out and that you can't enjoy the kinds of things that you would like to. If the problem isn't something private, put the list somewhere you see it so you don't forget to act on it. For example, you might put it on your fridge. Share all the relevant details of your problem with someone that you trust with the information, such as a friend, family member, teacher, or parent. At the least it can help to reduce stress. . In addition, she or he may be able to offer you advice that you hadn't thought of before. If you’re going to talk to someone else who has the same problem, you will need to be tactful. Let her know that you just want to learn so you can solve it, too. Your feelings can act as guides that let you know how your problem solving is going. Feelings are important, even the negative ones. If you feel very frustrated or angry, for example, rather than trying to brush those feelings under the rug, acknowledge them and assess their cause. By finding the source, you may also find solutions to your problem.  It’s okay to feel upset, angry, worried so long as you know that being upset, angry or worried won’t help solve the problem. You will have to take action to solve the problem. Still, these emotions can help you realize you have a problem, as well as suggest its source. Some ways to calm down when you're feeling upset include: focusing on your breathing, count to 10 (or higher if you need to), gently talk yourself down (tell yourself "it's going to be alright," or "take it easy."). Try going for a walk or run or listening to calming music. If your...

TL;DR in English: Write your problem down. Talk about the problem. Embrace your feelings. See a counselor.
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Talking through your worries and insecurities with someone can be more helpful than you think. If you think you have a real problem with clinginess, it might be best to talk it through with a professional counsellor. Your school may have one that is there for exactly this purpose, and you can talk to them about anything that's worrying you. It can be helpful to talk with a professional because they can be more objective than friends or family sometimes.  If you can't or don't want to talk with a counsellor, consider talking with a parent or a trusted adult. Talk to them about how you're feeling and what's going on in your life. Tell them that you are worried you are being too clingy with friends, but you're not sure what to do about it. They have probably been there before and can offer advice about how to handle it. Try to remember that friends are not all there is to life even if they do play a big and important part in it. Remember that you have responsibilities at home and at school or work. Make sure that you are taking care of all of those things instead of neglecting them to always be around your friends.  The same goes for your family. Besides your friends, you have a family that cares about you. Spend time nurturing your relationships with your siblings, parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles. These are the people that will be there for you no matter what. Spending time with family can be a great way to start feeling more secure. In most cases, your family knows you better than anyone else and accepts you all the same. If you have secure relationships with your family members, you can learn how to act that way with friends, too. In addition to making sure that you are taking care of your responsibilities and family, find things that you enjoy doing alone. It is good to learn to just be with yourself and feel comfortable with it. If you already have a hobby that you enjoy, then great. If you don't, try out a few things you've been curious about and see what grabs your attention. Many hobbies have...

TL;DR in English: Talk with someone about your insecurities. Keep up with your family and responsibilities. Have hobbies that you do on your own. Build your self-confidence.
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Make sure they're perpendicular to the pane of the closed doors, or fire box opening. These large logs will be the bed of the fire and contain the embers to feed it. This log should be about the diameter of your forearm, and it should rest parallel to the pane of the glass door or fireplace opening, closer to the opening of the firebox. This cross-bar will hold the other firewood and keep an air vent open where the fire can draw fresh air to feed it from underneath. Alternatively, use other tinder like dried twigs or wood shavings as a base. Do not put any larger logs or fuel on top yet. If you can stack the kindling in a grid fashion, leaving plenty of space in between for air to pass through. Make sure that the kindle starts to burn — you'll want to hear crackling noises. Again, these logs should be about half the diameter of your forearm, resting parallel with the cross-bar. Keep this arrangement at all times: two logs, one cross-bar on top and firewood held by the cross-bar.

TL;DR in English: Put two large logs — the bigger the better — in parallel about 15 inches (38cm) apart. Place one cross-bar across the two large logs. Crumple newspapers (not glossy paper) on the bottom of the fireplace. Place some kindling on top of the newspaper. Light the fire from the newspaper or tinder. Place some logs in between the large logs on top of the cross-bar. Finished.
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Be sure to urinate before massaging your uterus. A full bladder will press against the uterus, making it relax and bleed more extensively. Emptying your bladder will also make it easier to concentrate on the massage. Choose a comfortable spot to lie down for your massage (e.g. your bed or a yoga mat). If possible, choose a quiet room with very few distractions. Lie completely flat on your back. Hold your hand flat and use the entire length of it to press downwards on your abdomen, starting just below your navel. As you press down, rub your hand in a gentle, circular motion. Brace yourself for cramping or extra bleeding, which is likely to occur during the first few moments of the massage. If pain relievers have been approved by your physician, take ibuprofen before massaging your uterus to reduce the pain from cramping. To ensure that you perform postnatal uterine massage properly, ask your obstetrician, nurse, or midwife to demonstrate it prior to attempting it yourself. If you are concerned that the massage is not working, or that something may be wrong, contact your physician immediately. Signs of a problem could include:  Severe abdominal pain Pain when urinating Dizziness or fainting Vaginal bleeding that gets heavier over time (instead of getting progressively lighter)

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Be doubtful of any new Air Jordans that are sold for under $100. Make sure the shoes are labeled “100% Authentic. Confirm that the shoes come with the right box. Avoid online purchases unless the images are clear and detailed. Avoid buying Air Jordans from an overseas seller. Check seller feedback on sites like eBay.

These events are great for networking. As booths hand out cards to you, don't be afraid to hand one back, though you should try to stay in the same industry.  These shows are even better if you can get your own booth or table. If you do, be sure to have plenty of business cards in plain view on your table. That way, if people like what they see, they can take a card away with them. Don't just think big. Think about what makes sense for your business. For instance, if you own a dog grooming business, it makes sense to visit a dog park and make connections. However, outside of events where networking is expected, it's important to not be too pushy and to respect people's space when asked. While it's always important to respect someone's space, in a social gathering like a dog park, the person may not be expecting a business pitch and may get annoyed if you try to give them a card. If that happens, apologize and walk away. If you just hand someone your business card with no pretense, it's likely going into the trash. You have to actually talk to the person and make a connection.  For instance, if you go up and say, "Hi, here's my business card," that's not likely to work. That's the equivalent of walking up to someone and saying, "Hi, let's go on a date." Instead, introduce yourself, and try to make a connection with the person. You could say, "Hi, I'm Jess Smith. What brings you to this event today?" Any number of openers can get a conversation going. Another one could be, "Hi, I'm Jess Smith. I work for a metal pipe company. What about you?" Everyone likes to talk about themselves. The more you can get the other person talking, the more likely they'll feel like they've really made a connection with you.  You don't need to spend 30 minutes talking to one person, though that would certainly be making a connection. However, you do need to spend several minutes getting to know the person. Ask questions like, "What's your business?" "What's your job like?" or "What do you do for a living?" While you might be...

TL;DR in English: Go to trade shows, networking events, and conventions. Make a personal connection. Focus on them. Don't hand them out indiscriminately. Ask for their business card. Always follow up.
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Usually, kebabs contain meat and/or vegetables, though seafood like  scallops, fruit, and other ingredients are also sometimes used. Choose a selection of ingredients that suit you - there's no "wrong" answer here. Popular choices for kebab meat are chicken, steak, pork, sausage, lamb, shrimp, and fish; for vegetables are onions, mushrooms, green or red peppers, courgette, and tomatoes; and for fruit are pineapples, peaches, or apples. While any combination of the ingredients above should work well, certain kebab dishes with set recipes can also be attempted. Many traditional kebab recipes use lamb as their main meat. Below are just a few traditional recipes and their key ingredients  Kofta kebabs - lamb pieces seasoned with many spices Chelow kebabs - boneless lamb served over saffron rice Sheekh kebabs - ground lamb seasoned with cilantro and mint and prepared in a tandoor (traditional Indian oven) If you plan to grill meat, you may want to prepare a marinade, though it's certainly not essential. Soaking your meat in a marinade before grilling can give it the flavor of your marinade ingredients, creating new taste combinations that wouldn't be possible with un-marinated meat. Typically, to marinate meat, the meat is put in an airtight container (like a ziplock bag) with, at the very least, oil and an acid (for instance, vegetable oil and lemon juice). Usually, additional seasonings and herbs are added to these base liquids to build more complex flavors. For example, here are the ingredients an all-purpose teriyaki marinade that's suitable for beef, chicken, and more: Vegetable oil Soy sauce Lemon juice Garlic Pepper Worcestershire sauce When it comes to kebab grilling, you generally have two options in terms of skewers - metal or wood/bamboo. The former are sturdier and more durable, but more expensive, while the latter are cheaper and more convenient. If you choose to use wooden or bamboo skewers, soak the skewers in water for at least 30 minutes prior to cooking. This will help keep them moist during...

TL;DR in English: Choose a kebab recipe or pick your own ingredients. If using a recipe that contains meat, consider marinating. Soak wooden kabob skewers in a bowl of water. Cut your ingredients into small pieces. Skewer the ingredients end-to-end on the sticks.
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Once you see the woman you like, let her see you notice her. Don't be shy about it. You can even smile at her, or approach her, if the timing is right. Don't cower in the corner. Just come up to her, even if it's only to say hi. If you want to be assertive, you have to say what you mean and mean what you say. Be clear, even if you're only introducing yourself. It's okay to get nervous, but try to minimize fidgeting, stumbling over your words, or looking at the floor because she's too beautiful. It may be hard to get experience when you're only sixteen years old, but every little thing you do counts. This doesn't mean that you should try to hook up with as many girls as possible or to backpack across Europe to understand what life "is really all about." It does mean that you should do what you can to broaden your horizons, so the older woman will see that you have depth and that you have some things to teach her, too. If she constantly feels like she knows everything and has to "train" you to be an adult, then things will get old fast. Here are some ways to get some experience:  Travel. Spend your summer or even your spring break traveling to a new place, whether it's to Costa Rica on a service trip or just to visit a relative a few states away. The more places you see and people you meet, the more you'll see that the world is bigger than your own backyard or hometown. Date. You shouldn't date girls just to get experience, but dating even a girl or two can help you understand how to deal with women, and can also help you get some experience when it comes to hooking up. An older woman will be less likely to date you if it's obvious that you've never even had another girlfriend, because that's a big burden for her to take on. Immerse yourself in a variety of activities. You may love baseball, but if baseball is the only thing you know and love, you may run out of things to talk about with the older woman pretty quickly. Spend your Sundays volunteering, join the French culture club or school paper, or just do a...

TL;DR in English: Get some experience. Be mature.
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There’s no set amount of water that you’ll need to add. Instead, scoop the primer into the bucket or cup that you’ll be using to hold it. Then, add a little bit of water at a time while stirring the gesso and continue adding water until it has the consistency of a heavy cream.  Your gesso will probably be really thick, so it’s important to dilute it to make it easier to apply and smooth out. It’s better to shoot for too little water rather than too much, since if you add too much water to your gesso, your only choice is to start this process over. Go from the top of the canvas to the bottom, stroking parallel to the length of the canvas. Cover the canvas completely while also spreading the primer as evenly and thinly as possible.  Try to create as flat a surface as possible with the gesso. For best results, use a stiff brush with relatively firm fibers. If your canvas is pretty big, you can also use a roller brush instead. Be sure to paint the edges of the canvas as well; these can sometimes be hard to hit with just vertical strokes. Gesso doesn’t take long to dry, but give it at least an hour to completely dry for best results. Use fine sandpaper to give your gesso a once-over and give it a smooth texture moving forward.  If you don’t want your canvas to have a smooth texture, you can choose to skip this part. Be sure to brush off the dust from your canvas after you sand the gesso. While the gesso is drying, take this time to clean off your brush. If you leave the gesso on the bristles for too long, it will be very difficult to remove. When you go to apply this second coat of gesso, be sure to turn the canvas 90 degrees first. This way, when you apply the primer with vertical strokes, these strokes will be perpendicular to the ones you used for the first coat.  Using perpendicular strokes will make the finish of your texture much more even. You can apply as many coats of primer as you like, but most people choose to apply 2 for a smoother texture. Just 1 coat of gesso will give your canvas a relatively...

TL;DR in English: Stir your primer and add a touch of water to it to dilute it. Use a wide brush to apply the gesso in vertical strokes. Allow this first coat to dry, then lightly sand it to smooth it out. Repeat these steps to apply a second coat using perpendicular strokes. Sand the gesso after it’s dried for a smoother surface.
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A stuffed, white dog toy is ideal, but you can also use a lightweight dog bone. Glue it onto the front of the strap on the skirt. A white mop head can also work for this purpose. Set the new mop head on the wearer’s head and then trim around the ears. A hunter’s cap works well, or you can look for a small beanie. Glue the remaining triangles onto the cap with fabric glue. Spray paint it brown. Have your child hold it. You can create a plush version out of extra fabric and stuffing if you are afraid of damage.

TL;DR in English: Find a dog bone. Buy a short white wig. Find an orange ball cap. Find a plastic child’s bat, such as a whiffle ball bat.
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Many of these shoes are limited edition and sell out quickly, so there is no motivation for a seller to drop the price below retail value. It is very rare to find Jordans for under $100. If the deal seems too good to be true, it probably is. ” If you’re looking at a pair online that are listed just as “Authentic” you should be suspicious. Don’t buy Air Jordan shoes that are advertised as “custom,” “sample,” or “variant.” This indicates that Nike did not commission them. If you’re looking at Jordans online and no style number is included, email the seller to inquire about it. Fake Jordans are often sold in boxes that list details which don’t match the shoes themselves. Real boxes will feature correct colorway descriptions and all style numbers should match. If the shoes you’re considering don’t come with a box at all, purchasing them is not recommended. When buying shoes online, make sure multiple pictures are posted and you can clearly see the detail in each one. If a photo of the interior tag with the style number isn’t included, email the seller to request one. Stock photos of shoes are usually a red flag. The descriptions should be clear, not vague. If the images provided are extremely small, ask the seller for better ones. If they aren’t provided, avoid the purchase. Unless you are sure of the seller’s authenticity, avoid overseas purchases. Nike may import from their overseas factories, but they supply from major hubs in the United States and Europe. Most fake Jordans are manufactured in Asia, especially China. Your chances of purchasing fake Jordans go up substantially if the shoes are shipped from Asia. Look for established sellers with a lot of solid feedback. Avoid buying from sellers who have very little or no customer feedback; the merchandise is most likely inauthentic. Before you bid on a pair of Jordans, do your homework and make sure all of the information and pictures look right. Trust your gut; if something feels off about the sale, it’s safer to avoid it and buy from someone else.

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Share your erotic fantasies with your partner. Pretend you have never met before. Play with power dynamics. Choose roles based on your favourite characters.

Infants and elderly people are at a higher risk. Infants often receive little sun exposure and do not ingest much vitamin D from their diets, especially if they’re breastfed and do not take any supplements.   Elderly people require more vitamin D than younger adults and may not spend enough time outdoors due to limited mobility. The recommended daily allowance, according to the Institute of Medicine, is 600 IU/day for adults and 800 IU/day for the elderly. Because the body can synthesize vitamin D when exposed to sunlight, people whose occupations or lifestyles limit their time outdoors, or whose clothing choices keep their skin protected from the sun, may not get enough sun exposure to produce adequate levels of vitamin D.  People who live in regions with less sunlight are also at a higher risk. These include countries in Northern Europe and Asia, Canada, the Northern United States, Southern Argentina and Chile.  Children in developed countries, like the United States, tend to spend less time outside, and are more likely to wear sunblock when outside, which inhibits vitamin D synthesis. People with darker skin have higher levels of melanin, which can inhibit the skin's production of vitamin D. For example, in the United States the rate of  vitamin D deficiency is higher among African Americans. Obese people tend to suffer from low vitamin D in greater numbers due to their body’s inability to convert the vitamin into a hormonally active form, no matter how much of it they take in from food or sun exposure. If you suffer from cystic fibrosis, kidney or liver disease, gastrointestinal conditions causing malabsorption such as IBS, Crohn's or celiac disease, you’re at a higher risk for vitamin D deficiency. This is because, due to these conditions, your body might not be able to correctly absorb vitamin D from your food intake. People can get vitamin D through a limited amount of foods. Eating fatty fish such as salmon, sardines or tuna, eggs yolks, beef liver, some cheeses provides the body with natural sources...

TL;DR in English: Consider your age. Think of your level of sun exposure. Take into consideration your skin tone. Check your weight. Consider existing medical conditions. Be aware of your diet.
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Michael Jackson couldn’t have done his famous spin on the wrong type of flooring. Some floors can be dangerous to spin on and promote injury. For example, a carpeted floor would not be easy to spin on, and it could aid injury. Outside environments, like the grass and sidewalk would not work well either. A smooth, concrete floor, linoleum floor, and wooden floors would be possible to spin on. The type of floor in a dance studio is ideal. Begin by facing the front of whatever room you are in. Stand with your back straight. Put your left hand on your stomach, right arm at your side, and right foot about six inches behind your left. This is the stance you will begin with. Stand with your left foot back and right foot front if you want to spin in the opposite direction. Bring your right foot quickly to your left in a slight kicking motion. The foot should land on the left side of your left foot. Your legs will be crossed. Your left foot will be flat on the ground, and the right foot will be in demi-pointe. Demi-pointe means rising up onto the ball of your foot. Your heel should be off of the ground in this position. Begin turning your right shoulder to the left side of the room. When your body is no longer facing front, cross your arms over your body. Crossing your arms will help you spin. When you begin to spin, left your left heel off of the ground slightly. You don’t have to lift it very high off of the ground. Only lift it enough so that the weight is on the ball of your left foot. On your right foot, lift your toes off of the ground. Your weight should be on your heel. Your right heel should be off of the ground if you’re spinning in the opposite direction. Practice the spin a few times very slowly to get the motions down. Once you understand the mechanics of the spin, you will need to use force to help you spin quickly. Gather the momentum for your spin by using force when you kick your right leg forward and cross it over your left leg. Moving your right shoulder to the left will help with the momentum of...

TL;DR in English: Practice on a smooth floor. Start by facing front. Kick your right foot to the front. Bring your right arm over your left arm. Spin on the ball of your left foot. Use force to help you spin. Finish by separating your feet. Watch yourself in the mirror.
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her too much. It's a cliche, but it's true. People like to be the hunter, not the hunted. If you chase a woman too soon and too fast, she may think you are desperate and less of a catch. So, let her know you're interested - but not too much, at least at first.  Don't show too much immediate attraction. If you don't know for sure that she likes you, you do not want to scare her away by confessing your "love." End the date first. End texting first. End phone conversations first.   Don't overdo this one, though. You also need to give her some encouragement or she might give up or get too insecure. Just don't always chase. For example, you should let her be the person to ask whether the relationship is exclusive. If you are unpredictable, this will give you more control in the dynamic. For example, sometimes don't respond for three days. Then, respond right away. Most people actually find mixed signals alluring. Don't drop every commitment to be with her. Women are attracted to men who have other things going on in their lives, like careers. Similarly, have a hobby. If she sees you have a passion outside of her, she will find you interesting and exciting. But don't always put other things ahead of her either. As with everything, it's all about balance. If you find yourself squarely in the friend zone, you are probably going to end up stuck there forever. At least, it's more likely. Women tend to divide romantic interests into two categories: People they would date. People they only see as friends.  Not always being available will also help you stay out of the friend zone.   Don't be too comedic, goofy, or self-deprecating. If you act like the class clown, there is a better chance she will friend zone you.   Absolutely refuse to listen to her talk about another guy she likes. That will put you in the friend zone for sure. Tell her you like her yourself, so you can't be the shoulder to cry on. Don't go too long before making a move. If you wait weeks to kiss her, she might think you only see her as a friend. Show...

TL;DR in English: Don't chase Avoid the friend zone. Touch her. Be sentimental. Take care of her. Show confidence, and really feel it.
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At school, many kids will stick to their different cliques or groups of friends. Skateboarders hang out together, cheerleaders hang out with other cheerleaders, athletes will hang out with their teammates. Don't restrict yourself to one group of friends. Make friends with anyone who you enjoy being around. Chew gum in class. Interrupt the teacher and challenge their lesson if you don't think it makes sense or see the point. You can even prank or joke around, just be aware of the consequences if you get caught pushing your freedoms too far. If you don't agree with a rule, argue it at a school meeting or see the principal. You can also start a petition and turn your rebellion into a movement. Most people think that being a rebel means that you have to misbehave or get into trouble. This can lead to behavior that is harmful to yourself or others. Being a rebel is about challenging the status quo, not fighting against the system. Act in a way that still benefits you and allows you to learn, without accepting whatever they tell you without question. Don't think you need to quit a team sport to be a rebel. If you like baseball, you can still play and be a rebel, too. Think about Charlie Sheen's character in the movie "Major League." He played baseball with a mohawk and geeky glasses and stood out from everyone else on the team. Stand up and help others that go against expectations. Don't tolerate or support bullying. Do not let any other students push you around. Usually, bullying is just a way that people reject someone for being different from the norm, which is what being a rebel is all about too.

TL;DR in English: Do your own thing. Break the rules. Demand change. Maintain your personal interests. Take a stand.
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If you want to be popular, you'll need to be seen and known around your school. Joining an extracurricular activity can help boost your status and will be something to mention in your future résumé. It has the added benefit of allowing you to make new friends and increasing your popular nature.  You can find people with common interests by joining a club that personally speaks to your passions. If you're interested in journalism, for example, joining the newspaper club can help. If you're focusing on popularity, you may want to see what kinds of clubs the popular kids are joining. If the most popular boys and girls in school are all in the debate club, this may be a great place to meet popular students. In many schools, a lot of girls and boys are involved in sports or athletics. Joining a sports team may help you get to know the popular students. If you end up excelling at sports, you may become popular yourself.  Train if you're unfamiliar with a certain sport. If you want to join the basketball team, for example, practice shooting hoops at a local park. You may have to get in shape to join certain clubs. Make sure you start small when it comes to getting in shape, as you don't want to overexert yourself. Start with small exercise sessions and work your way up. Do not get too discouraged if you don't make a school sport's team. Remember that you can always try out again next year. It is also important to stay in shape if you're willing to get better for next year's try-outs. . Are the class presidents, treasurers, and representatives popular in your school? If so, you may benefit from running for student council. At the beginning of the year, when elections are held, try to get a campaign team together and go for a spot in student council.  Make sure you learn the rules and regulations for running for student council. You may have to get your parents' or guardians' signatures and sign up by a certain deadline. Think of a great campaign slogan and plaster it on decorative poster boards. Put up your posters...

TL;DR in English: Join a club. Get involved in sports. Run for student council Show up to school-related events.
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Try lying in bed one night and ask your partner to share one of their sexual fantasies with you. Then, you can share yours. This is an excellent way to broach the subject of role playing and can be a sexy experience for both of you. If the thought of mentioning role playing to your partner in a face-to-face conversation is completely terrifying, then send your lover an email or text that details your erotic fantasy. If this is your first time role playing with your partner, it is a good idea to keep it simple. Do not choose an elaborate role that requires a lot of “acting.” Instead, you could pretend that you are strangers who are meeting for the first time. Meet at a restaurant for dinner and then head to a hotel afterwards for a night of role playing fun! Choose roles that allow you to incorporate different power dynamics. This type of sexual role play is a common turn on for many people. For example, you could try Professor/Student, Doctor/Patient, or Police Officer/Criminal roles. In these types of scenarios you can incorporate mild punishment for any "naughty" behaviour. Some people like to borrow ideas from their favourite fiction or television shows. These roles often require more elaborate costumes, but can be a lot of fun to play around with. Try acting out a sexy scene from Game of Thrones, or create your own erotic spin on stories like Harry Potter, Twilight, or any superhero movie.

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