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Stay Peaceful when Mall Shopping

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While buying a pre-owned serger is always an option if you're on a tight budget, keep in mind that the product you get may not be in the best shape. If you choose to buy a used serger, ask the previous owner if you can try it out first to make sure it works properly.

Be wary of sales. Cheaper items aren't usually well-made, and they may not hold up over time.

Depending on where you work, there may be rules against giving gifts that are more expensive than a few hundred dollars anyway, so don't feel like you need to go overboard.

Keep your eyes peeled for seasonal sales from manufacturers! Sometimes they'll offer up to 40% off normal prices.

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Seal and Stain Pressure Treated Wood Decking

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Pretreated timber is available for purchase. Even treated wood will require the proper steps to make sure it is preserved and safe from rot and decay. Even treated wood should be kept above and off the ground.

There's a myth that wood should "weather" untreated for several months before being treated. This is untrue and leaves the deck vulnerable to damage. New pressure treated lumber should be allowed to weather for 30 days before being treated. Some products can be applied immediately to new pressure treated lumber -- check the label. Cedar and redwood can be treated immediately.

If this platform will be in an area where potential moisture damage may occur; such as a garage, it's advisable to use weather treated boards for the bottom part of the platform and also use a water resistant finish on the top piece of wood. Often times moisture from shoes and various other sources can over time degrade the quality of the top piece if it isn't sealed. Please see one of the many wood sealing guides on wikiHow for instructions.

No matter how good your paint job is, it is likely you will need to repaint every 10 to 15 years. If redwood is allowed to weather without any treatment, it can absorb the humidity and grow mold.

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Roast Cherry Tomatoes

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Cherry tomatoes are best from May through June in the southern part of the United States.

Peppers are in their peak season from July to November.

Fresh cranberries are only in season in the fall, specifically mid-September through mid-November in North America and March through May in Chile. If fresh berries aren't available when you want to make salsa, you can easily substitute frozen cranberries.

Tangelos are usually grown in California and Florida, so they can be hard to find outside of the United States.

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Create a Wolf Pack on Animal Jam

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Stick to loyal and trusted people when you create your pack!

Lead your Wolf Pack with confidence and pride. Prove that you are the Alpha!

Always show your true alpha, and don't ever show signs of downfall or insecurity. This will ensure your clique that you are confident in yourself.

Be assertive let dog know you are the boss, you are the alpha dog in their pack.

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Cosplay As Gray Fullbuster

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Posting it online is a wonderful way to showcase your work. If you create a new Lion King character, you can also write some stories about him or her.

It's a good idea to watch or read Fairy Tail if you want to dress up as Gray or any character from the show.

If you like to watch movies, there are any number of books that also have a movie tie-in. Diary of a Wimpy Kid is one example of a young adult book that was adapted into a movie.

Watch anime or read the manga to see what other character designs look like and practice drawing them so you can try multiple styles.

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Trailer a Motorcycle

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Off-road hills require a different climbing technique. Standing on trails and other terrain that has loose surface can risk a fall off the bike, so you have to be very careful to only use this when really needed and to weight yourself well. Use the gears as explained above but keep your weight as much as possible over the back of the rear wheel to maintain the bike's traction on the loose surface. If you do have to stand on an especially steep part, keep your weight back and your body low and barely leave the seat (think "hovering" over it). Pull back, not up, on the handlebars.

You can use the hexagonal bolts and locking mechanisms to swap out old handlebars. Get new ones, slot them onto the bike, then tighten up the securing mechanisms for an easy replacement!

Feel free to experiment with different strap attachment points on your road bike to find the most secure and stable way to tie your bike down. Just make sure never to fix a tie-down to anything that can bend or break.

Stand on the bed of the trailer once you're done strapping down the motorcycle and jump up and down in the bed. This will simulate how the motorcycle will travel and help you gauge if you need to adjust the tightness of the straps anywhere.

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Become an FBI Agent

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Wait until you're at least 3 years out of school before applying to a Google position for a better chance at getting hired.

Try to get an internship with the FBI - it's a great way to get your foot in the door.

Talk with a recruiter. If the one you talk to isn't enthusiastic about you becoming an officer in his branch, find another. Most recruiters will be ecstatic to talk to you if you have stayed out of trouble, done well in high school, scored high on college entrance exams, and are in good shape. Having high school ROTC is icing on the cake.

Don't be afraid to start out in an entry-level position even if your ultimate goal is becoming CIO. Everyone has to get their foot in the door somewhere.

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Get Natural Looking Red Hair from Dark Brown

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If your hair is already light brown, it will not necessarily require bleaching, but this is advised if you plan to dye it.

For dark brown virgin hair, try dyeing without bleaching to see how the red shows up in your highlights. If it looks too dark for your taste, you'll have to lift your natural color first.

Going to the salon may cost more, but it's recommended if you have coarse, dark hair that may take multiple bleachings, and/or if you have never bleached your hair before.

Make sure that your hair is healthy before you dye it. This is especially important if you have to bleach your hair first.

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Negotiate a Severance Package

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The Consumer Credit Protection Act (CCPA) prohibits employers from firing an employee whose earnings are subject to a wage garnishment. However, the law does not prohibit discharge because an employee's wages are garnished for 2 or more debts.

The law expressly prohibits employers from terminating you due to your status as a debtor or a failure to pay any discharged debts. If an employer attempts to discriminate against hiring you, deny/revoke/suspend your professional license, or terminate you from your position, contact a lawyer immediately.

Realize an employer is not required to offer you a severance package. The federal government does not have any laws that mandate a terminated employee must receive severance.

The same evidence required to justify denial of an FMLA leave request also can be used to justify termination of an employee following leave. The FMLA provisions that protect an employee from losing his or her job after leave do not apply if the employee's leave request itself doesn't meet FMLA requirements.

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Drift on a Go Kart

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Try not to slam the brakes, but ease onto them when needed. This induces a smoother transition between the brakes and acceleration.

If you spin out of control, try to not hold the brake for long and try to increase/decrease your acceleration or turning.

Know the type of braking system in your vehicle. Standard brakes require that you pump the brake pedal when the road conditions are slippery. Anti-lock brakes pump automatically and do not work properly when you pump the pedal.

Make sure you're able to reach the brake levers and gear shifters easily after altering the position of your handlebars.

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Redeem Savings Bonds

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The Magic Kingdom is occasionally forced to close suddenly for a weather emergency. They'll close their gates if a hurricane hits the area. If you're already inside the park at such a moment, it's unlikely you would be asked to leave.

If you are a victim of a disaster, like flood, fire, hurricane, or tornado, you can redeem your bond before the 12 month period/

If you became unemployed as a result of a natural disaster, you may be eligible for special disaster unemployment benefits.

Check with your insurance company to see if you need to take out an additional rider policy on the event. This "just in case" measure can be a safety net in case any unforeseen accident happens e.g. a fire, an injury or a lawsuit.

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Write an Essay on Sociology

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If you need more time with creating your film, save your project to your computer to finish it up.

Make each chapter into a separate entry. You can have as much time as you need constructing these entries, so don't rush.

Use your phone to take a picture of the scene you painted to keep as a reference. This is especially important if you don't have time to finish your work in one session and wish to finish it at home.

Make sure to give yourself plenty of time to work on this assignment. Researching and writing a paper is a process, and you will likely need to spend several days on the project.

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Cut Your Fingernails and Toenails

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Rub cuticle oil into the skin around your nails when you're finished to keep your cuticles hydrated and healthy-looking.

To make your nails shiny, buff your nails and then put cuticle oil on them. Do this once a month.

Buff nails to make them shiny smooth. Massage in a cuticle cream to keep cuticles healthy and moisturized.

If your cuticles are dried out after you do your nails, apply some cuticle oil to keep them healthy and hydrated.

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Change Your Mercruiser Engine Oil

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The filter is filled with oil and when you remove the filter oil will drip everywhere. Have a few rags handy and place a couple under the filter as to catch any drip-age. Pout the filters oil into the bucket that you used to suck out the engine oil. Make sure to legally dispose of your old filter and oil. Most cities have a Disposal Center and some service stations will accept your old oil and filters for free.

The very first thing you need to do is to insure your oil filter can be loosened with the tools that you have. If you do not do this first and follow the published steps, you will drain your old oil out, only to find out you can not get the filter lose and can not drive your car. Ensure you can get your filter hand lose before you do anything else.

Talk to neighbors with outdoor fuel tanks to learn what their oil dealer does to help prevent gelling of fuel - or if they treat the oil themselves. The dealer may charge more than the cost of the additive that you might be able to purchase on your own.

Lots of locations will also recycle used oil filters. Check before you go to see if you can drop your filter off along with the motor oil.

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Cook Ugu Soup

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Catfish has a strong flavor that some people dislike. If the taste of catfish isn't for you, but you'd still like to try the southern-style seasoning, substitute tilapia or red snapper.

Use Amaretto instead of Kahlua to make a sweeter Duck Fart.

To get a more authentic Latin flavor, mix your protein with fajita seasoning.

If you want to have a more authentic ugu soup, you can use ground egusi seeds as an alternative to peanuts.

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Trim Parrot Claws

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Speak soothing words to your parrot while you trim its nails. This can help keep the parrot calm throughout the process.

When you talk to a rabbit, use a calm, pleasant voice.

Talk to your pet rabbit in a calm voice to keep them calm.

Speak to your rabbit in a calm, happy voice while you are cleaning them.

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Know if Your Friend Is Really a Friend

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Don't feel bad if you aren't able to be "friends" with a person after not allowing them to flirt with you. If all they wanted out of the relationship was to keep flirting with you, realize that you have other likeable qualities as a human being. If they aren't interested in those qualities, you were never actually friends.

A broken friendship isn't always your fault. Maybe the two of you grew apart, or maybe your personalities aren't friendship-compatible. There's nothing wrong with that. Even if the friendship's ending was your fault, this doesn't mean that you're the most horrible person in the world. You can learn from your mistakes, and choose to do better next time. Good people can and do make mistake.

If you feel like you're being backstabbed, it's probably time to distance yourself from this person. They're not a good friend, acquaintance, or peer to have because they don't actually care about you.

If you feel like your friend wasn't really there during your hard times, then chances are they aren't a true friend.

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Travel Safely in South Africa

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Ideally have a landline telephone in the room in which you will be holding up. This can be used to let your emergency contact know to keep their phone line available in case you need to let them know about any problems or issues.

Make sure you have important telephone numbers handy; this includes the emergency numbers, the number of the place where you are staying, and if applicable the numbers of your health or travel insurance and your car rental firm. The police emergency number is 10111.

If you have a phone, always remember to call 911, 999 or the number for the country you are in.

Know your local police stations contact number off by heart, it will do no good praying the police arrive if you do not know their number.

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Enjoy Spring

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Bringing along a friend or a family member can give you some great company if you're heading outdoors or doing an activity.

It can help if you ask a friend or a family member to do the exercise with you.

Invite family and friends. You could go camping by yourself, but you might have more fun if you bring your partner, family members, or friends along. Together, you can go on hikes and make new, happy memories.

Working out can be more fun if you have a buddy. If you live with other people, invite them to join you. It can be a great way to bond with friends and family while improving everyone's health.

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Relieve Back Pain from Scoliosis

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If your child seems to have recurring bouts of seasonal allergies, their doctor can perform a skin test or blood test to determine what exactly they are allergic to.

Let your doctor know if you have a family history of blood clots. If tests reveal that you have genetic factors that contribute to your risk of developing clots, your doctor may advise different treatment approaches based on that information (such as long-term treatment with anticoagulant medications).

Ensure that your veterinarian knows your cat's medical history prior to administering an anesthesia. For example, they should take a blood and urine test to determine if there are any underlying health issues which may cause complications.

If your child has been diagnosed with scoliosis, make sure that he or she goes to see the doctor at least every six months check up on the progression of the disease.

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Enhance Grey Hair

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If your hair is very sleek or slippery, add some texturizing mousse to it first. You can also try some dry shampoo instead.

If your hair is fine and oily, try using dry shampoo between washes. It will help keep your long hair from being weighed down or looking greasy.

If your hair starts to look too purple for your liking, lay off of the purple shampoo for a bit and use a clarifying or moisturizing shampoo instead.

To prevent silver or purple shampoo from making your hair look less shiny, try diluting it with regular conditioner.

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Become a Secret Shopper

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Don't limit yourself to the types of jobs you think teenagers can get. If you are really interest in finance or business and you would enjoy working at a bank, go to some banks and find out if there are any options available for you. The only bad thing that can happen is someone tells you they can't hire you, but you may be able to get something you wouldn't expect.

Looking for a part-time job by yourself might not be easy, especially when you're still unfamiliar with life in Japan. If you need help finding a job, don't hesitate to ask your teachers for help. Many schools, especially Japanese Language School have a special team to help students with arubaito. They can introduce you to stores they're affiliated with. Some schools have minimum requirements, for example you must be at a certain level of Japanese for them to introduce you. Being introduced by your school will guarantee that there's a 99 percent chance you'll have a job.

Do not expect to get assignments where you want them. It doesn't work that way. Although you will get assignments for great places, they may be at locations where you don't usually shop or eat. It's a great opportunity to try new places!

You can often find clothing vendors in large cities selling the kinds of garments worn by the locals. This is a good place to start if you have doubts about how your usual look will be received.

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Store Radishes

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Consider growing your own turmeric. If you live in a warm climate, you can grow it outside. If you live in a cold climate, especially a climate that freezes outside, then you may need to grow it inside in a pot.

If you have a garden with a cold frame in it, you can store radishes there during colder months.

Mist real flowers throughout the day to keep them fresh, especially if it is hot.

If you live in a warm climate, you can always move your plant's pot outside or transplant it into your garden.

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Make Your Hair Less Oily

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You can use lemon juice on your scalp for greasy hair but it also lightens your hair if you use it often. Also don't overuse it because it can cause dandruff/dry scalp.

If you have dandruff in your hair, do not apply oil or a hair coat, because this can increase swelling in your scalp.

Never dry shave. Do it in a shower with warm/hot water. It opens up the hair follicles and softens the skin which is less damaging than dry shaving. If you shave with cold water the hair follicles will stay closed, so don't use cold water until after you finish shaving. Also, try using aloe Vera. It's good for your skin (dryness, irritation, etc.) and it's very refreshing.

If you feel that your hair is locking up at 3 months, if it feels firm and tight, then you probably have a residue build-up due to your shampoo. Use an anti-residue shampoo to remove the build-up. This can dry out your scalp, so just try to get it on the dreads without getting any on your scalp. This should only be used 3 or 4 times a year.

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Start a Hookah

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Try a blended tobacco the first time you smoke to ensure a mild flavor. Consider avoiding harsher blends unless you are used to smoking tobacco.

If your cigar burns unevenly, the wrapper might be too moist or too thick.

If your tobacco tends to burn too hot, try using heavy duty foil, or two layers of foil.

If you are making popcorn from scratch, consider using a different kind of oil in the pot, such as bacon grease. Make sure that it has a high smoking point, however!

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Clean a Harmonica

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Keep your pieces safe in a (preferably sunny) dry location while drying, especially out of reach from pets.

Keep your books out of reach from small children and pets so they stay in great condition.

It takes some time to string a nice long garland, but it can be saved and used for future holidays. Place it in a plastic bin with a lid that seals, taking care to gently coil the popcorn garland between layers of tissue paper. Choose a dry, cool location where you don't have to worry about mice or other animals for storage.

You may need to take special precautions if you plan to use the hooks in an outdoor environment such as an outdoor eating area, or if you live in a humid environment. Apply anti-rust or tarnish products on the pieces for safety and to maintain the integrity of the cutlery.

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Speak Jamaican

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Cebuano includes many words of Spanish origin, so you might find it easier to pick up the language if you are conversant in Spanish.

Sign languages like ASL are a separate language with their own rules, grammatical structures, and tenses. They are not simply signed English; English cannot be translated word-for-word into sign language. Many deaf people will understand what you are saying if you sign English to them, but it is tedious to do so.

Because Jamaican Patois evolved from Spanish, English, and West African languages, you'll understand a lot more if you speak any of those languages than if you don't.

Because Swedish is a Germanic language, you may find it easier to speak and understand if you already have a familiarity with German.

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Make Soft Bread

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If you don't have a mixer, you can perform the same process by hand with a dough whisk. Use the dough whisk to mix ingredients in the same fashion as the mixer. However, mixing dough by hand can be quite tedious.

If you do not have a food processor, you can knead the dough with your hands. Instead of steps 1 and 2 in Part 1, add the flour and water to a bowl and knead the dough until the mixture can form a ball and does not slosh around. Add more flour if the mixture is too wet until it is able to form a ball.

If you have (physically strong) assistance, bag concrete can also be mixed and poured easily from a strong tarp, pour dry mix onto the tarp, pour water into the depression (as above), then with your helper, pick up the 4 corners and shake and roll the mix until it blends (90 seconds or so). This method requires holding a hefty amount of weight up in the air for a while, but many people find it is a very quick and easy method.

If you do use the 1/2 and 1/2 flour mixture above, place four (cups) of flour in the bread machine and do most of the mixing/kneading in the machine. Finish the dough by hand, but now adding more flour isn't necessary for the final kneading process. The dough is pretty supple, but not very tacky.

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Fix a Broken Friendship with Your Crush

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It's okay if this is an emotional journey for you. Lean on your other friends for support.

The best thing you can do is offer your support and be a shoulder to cry on.

Keep in mind that supporting someone with IBS can be a challenge and you may want to do whatever you can do to help. However, in the process you may end up pushing your feelings aside and this is not good for you. Make sure that your own needs are being met as you care for your loved one.

When your friend is grieving, avoid trying to “fix” the situation. There may be nothing you can do to make things feel okay for them. Instead, focus on just offering your presence and sympathy.

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Shift a Manual Transmission

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Practice driving a manual transmission in a clear area like an empty parking lot or a road that isn't frequently traveled so you can get used to it.

You should always practice changing gear in an empty parking lot, or private property before taking your vehicle out onto the road.

Practice riding and braking on a street without traffic or in a parking lot until you're comfortable.

Practice driving and shifting on a street with little traffic or in a large, empty parking lot.

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Raise Confident Children

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Protecting your child from bullying, surrounding them with good adult role models and encouragers, and showing them how to handle failure are important to raising a confident person.

Learn other emotional regulation skills to maintain personal happiness, success, and good relationships with others.

When dealing with bullying, finding ways to maintain self esteem are key.

If bullying has led you to struggle with social anxiety in other situations, try to focus your energy towards building up yourself and inner-confidence. Avoiding negative self talk, remaining present, and practicing deep breathing are all practices that can help lessen social anxiety.

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Hide Shoelaces

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If you want, instead of tying a knot in your laces you can try using shoelace anchors.These will keep your laces in place without needing to knot them.

You could also tie different pieces of shoelaces together to make a "patchwork" shoelace belt. This could be useful for using up scrap shoelaces that are not useful for shoes anymore.

If all you're looking for is a simple knot that will keep your shoe on, go ahead and use the classic shoelace knot that you probably learned as a small child. If you'd like to add a little bit more flair to your tying, you can try a surgeon's knot, one-handed knot, or some other variation on the classic shoelace knot.

You can also use water to secure your knot. Put the moccasins on and adjust the laces until they feel comfortable. Soak the bow of the laces (not the whole shoe) in water and let them dry naturally. This will cause a small amount of shrinkage, which should make it more difficult for that laces to untie.

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Tune a Piano

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Although you may succeed in tuning your piano yourself, you still may want to have a professional piano technician look at it once every few years.

Your piano is a delicate instrument that must be handled with care. If you're moving, consider hiring professional piano movers.

It's best to let your child try out a guitar before you purchase it to make sure they can hold it comfortably.

If you find yourself battling to improve and making little to no progress, have a piano technician come out and assess your instrument. The problem may be that the instrument needs an upgrade that could greatly improve your playing speed and proficiency.

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Access a U Verse Router

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Always set a strong password on your router/wireless access point to prevent unknown parties from making changes to your network and security settings. Enabling WPA2 Enterprise and MAC Filtering are pointless efforts if your router's administrator account and password are left as default. A strong password contains at least 8 characters (preferably 13 or more) with a mix of each of the four types (CAPITAL and lower alphabet, numbers , and special characters [!@#$%...])

The default settings for most routers is DHCP, NAT or some other form of automatic IP addressing. Take this into consideration if you've changed your router's settings to assign static IP addresses.

If you are replacing your router/switch, consider backing up your network settings to save time.

It is not possible to change the DNS settings on your U-verse router.

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Train Your New Dog to Respond to a New Name

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Dogs rescued from abusive situations may do very well with a name change, as they may associate their old name with pain and discomfort.

When matching a senior dog to a new home make sure that you provide potential adopters with plenty of information and literature about dog ownership. This may help reduce the number of senior dogs that get returned to shelters because the adoption was unsuccessful.

Reward your dog with a treat or walk after grooming so he will learn to associate the process with something positive. This can reduce fear and resistance when grooming.

Knowing your dog's fears and dislikes will help you prevent the fear from developing into aggression. Responsible owners proactively protect their dogs and prevent them from being placed in situations where the dog feels the need to protect itself.

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Clean an Air Mattress

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If you clean the urine smell out of your clothes but still smell it around the house, search for urine stains stains with a blacklight flashlight. Scan the walls, floor, furniture, and any other surfaces in parts of the house, and mark any you find with chalk or a sticky note. Then, treat them all with an odor-removal product, so your home smells fresh again.

If you have access to a steam cleaner, you can use it to clean your carpet and upholstery. Use the right carpet or upholstery shampoo, depending on what you are cleaning, and follow the instructions that come with the steam cleaner to apply the detergent properly.

If all else fails, get professional help. Take smelly clothes, blankets, and other removable fabrics to a professional dry cleaner and ask them to get the skunk smell out. If the odor has gotten into your carpet, hire a professional steam-cleaning carpet cleaner to give your home a good scrubbing. Similarly, if your pet was sprayed by a skunk, take it to a professional pet groomer.

Clean your air mattress when you notice stains, grime, or odor appear. You can do a routine cleaning every few months if you use the air mattress often.

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Untie Tight Knots

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While you can braid more than 8 strands for a round braid, it becomes very difficult to work with so many strands. This is why a 4- or 8-strand braid is typical.

When doing a basic Celtic knot braid, consider braiding the left and right strands first.

Both the modified uni knot and the palomar knot work great with braided lines. The uni knot is ultimately the strongest, though, so use it if you're going after bigger fish!

If the knot is too tight, consider slicing through it with scissors or a blade.

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Like Coffee

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Why use granulated sugar over confectioners/powdered sugar? Some chefs and cooks prefer to add confectioners/powdered sugar as it dissolves easily. However, other chefs find that the cornstarch in powdered sugar tends to affect the taste in an unfavorable way. Perhaps try both and see what you prefer.

For the most flavorful cup of café au lait, use a darkly roasted coffee. Dark roasts from Sumatra or Java, for example, hold up well against the large quantity of heated milk.

Like fingerprints, no two roasts, coffee companies, and brewing methods will produce the same cup. A cappuccino from one cafe will taste different from a cappuccino from another cafe. Home-brewed coffee will also not taste like coffee brewed at a specific shop, even if you're using the same beans.

It is almost impossible to get a homemade frappuccino tasting exactly like the kind served at Starbucks. This is because Starbucks uses specialized ingredients you cannot get in a store.

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Choose Cowboy Boots

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Consider what shoes you will pair with your outfit. Shoes that elongate your legs are always a great choice. This could mean ankle boots, over-the-knee boots, or high-heels. High-heels are often not worth the pain, so a simple way to find shoes that elongate your legs is to choose a pair that match the color of your tights.

Always try on boots before you buy them to reduce the chances of getting tight-fitting boots. If you order your boots online, consult the size chart for the boots to determine if they run small or large.

While you should never buy shoes that are originally priced under forty dollars, you may be able to find quality shoes that are on sale. Shop around a while before making a decision.

Try on a variety of cowboy boots before you make your final selection. Cowboy boots are an investment, and you want a pair that is comfortable.

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Stimulate the Vagus Nerve

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Try your best to not strain when having a bowel movement. Straining can cause hemorrhoids or make already-existing ones even worse. Take your time and try to relax so you don't put excess pressure on your veins.

Be sure not to over exercise when you're trying to stimulate your vagus nerve. If you feel like you might be overdoing it or if exercise starts to become painful, try out a new method like acupuncture instead!

Don't be afraid to exercise if you have angina. Regular exercise can actually help improve your heart health.

If you have fibromyalgia, don't push yourself when you're exercising. It's better to exercise for short periods throughout the day, rather than trying to do it all at once.

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Draw Mabel Pines from Gravity Falls

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Use a sharp pencil, when your pencil is sharp, outline it, as it gets duller, start shading.

You can also use a shading stick to make the strokes a little neater.

Draw lightly in pencil so that you can easily rub out mistakes. Start with light pencil shadings and in the end use a marker to draw. Then erase all unwanted pencil markings.

Try shading with hatching using a soft pencil. If needed, turn it on its side to get a more uniform shading across larger areas.

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Deal with Traveling in a Plane for the First Time

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As a general rule, you do get what you pay for. But this is not always the case. Some headphone brands overprice their headphones because they look cool or are popular. But the sound on these headphones can be terrible. Always do your research and test out possible headphones.

There are custom earbud tips you can buy. This often involves filling your ear with a putty and mailing it to a manufacturer to get custom tips for your ears. This can be kind of costly, but it's a good idea if you want something unique and comfortable!

Bringing your own headphones is a good idea. You won't want to bother other people. Some airlines give out free headsets, while others make you pay. It's worth it to bring your own.

If your school allows it, you can wear head phones and listen to music or anything you like to put people off talking to you. You can just have your ear buds or head phones in place as a deterrent, you don't have to have anything playing.

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Train a Naughty Labrador

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If artificial insemination has been used, the parentage test can give you more confidence in the breeding process. Breeders find that the combination of a parentage test and a well-organized breeding program is the best way to ensure good pedigrees.

Consider artificial insemination for far-away mates. Artificial insemination (AI) is often used to encourage desirable qualities in breeds and eliminate undesirable ones. It's can make things a lot easier for rare breeds. It's also a good alternative when your best mating option lives at a great distance.

Some producers, vets, and your AI instructor will prefer to change gloves in between cows to prevent the spread of reproductive diseases like Trichomoniasis. Often this is a good hygienic practice to adopt to prevent any spread of disease from one cow to another.

Consider neutering your Labrador. Make sure to discuss the proper time to neuter your pet with your veterinarian. Neutering a male will certainly diminish any hormonal reason that your dog is running amok. Intact male dogs get much more active and antsy when females are in heat and can misbehave in their eagerness to mate. Neutering won't solve all your problems, but it can help if done before the unwanted sexual behaviors are ingrained (generally before sexual maturity at 6-9 months of age). Further, female dogs will no longer seek out a partner for mating purposes if she is spayed before reaching sexual maturity at 6-12 months of age.

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Pretend to Be a Werewolf

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After a full moon, act very tired like you didn't get any sleep.

If you know about the sleepover ahead of time, try to get a good night's sleep the night before. You might even want to take a nap before the sleepover starts so you'll be well-rested!

Don't drink alcohol before going to bed. This can alter your sleep cycle and you wake up feeling like you didn't get a good night's rest.

Make sure you get a good amount of sleep to allow your body to fight off the sickness. Do not go to bed too late or wake up too early.

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Feed Geese Safely

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Green anoles are easily frightened. If you see one in the wild and you want to get a closer look at it, approach it slowly.

If you live near a popular fishing location, never let your cat outside unattended. Inspect anything that catches their attention. Pick up and discard any fish hooks you see lying on the ground.

If you see a nest, leave it alone, and never try to examine or take eggs out of it.

If your hen is broody and you know she doesn't have fertilized eggs, gently take her off the nesting box and collect the eggs.

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Do a Jack Knife Sit Up

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When beginning, go slowly! Use modifications as necessary, but be sure to start straightening out as soon as you get a little stronger.

Don't overwork yourself. Just do what is comfortable when you begin and then begin to add more reps.

Don't get discouraged if your routine doesn't do as well as you thought it would. Keep working on material and trying more events to hone your skills.

Don't let frustration cause you to give up. Take a little more time to incorporate healthy dietary changes if it proves to be a bit more difficult than you anticipated. A slow start is better than no start. Just be sure to keep pushing forward.

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Make Edible Cookie Dough

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Some cookies and cookie bars are made with similar ingredients to cakes so that they have a similar consistency. If your recipe calls for shortening, reduce the shortening by 1 to 2 tbsp. (14.2 to 28.4 g) and add an egg.

If you use the sweetened version, your flour will be sweeter. Keep this in mind and adjust your sugar in your recipes accordingly.

Double check whether your baking soda is older than six months. Baking soda has a special job in pancakes: making them fluffy. You'll have a tough time making the pancakes rise while they cook if you have expired baking powder.

Remember that this dough is for eating, not necessarily for baking. If you try baking them, you might want to add a raising agent unless you like flat, crispy cookies.

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Know When It's the Right Age to Have a Boyfriend

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Dating a confident person does not mean that you have to lose your own confidence: in fact, it is much better for the relationship if you both maintain your independence, confidence, and boundaries.

Be smart when choosing a sexual partner. You need to trust the person and be certain you want to share that special part of yourself.

Trust is important when you start dating. You need to have trust between your parents and boyfriend.

Be confident in yourself. Creating a little space in your relationship, or seeing your ex after a breakup needs to be done with confidence to convey that you're happy being independent.

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Choose a Haircut for Guys with Thinning Hair

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Try different brands of strings until you find the ones that fit your style and budget; different strings can have drastically different tones.

Try out a few different styles until you find the ones you like!

Experiment with different cuts, lengths and styles until you find just the right one. You can also experiment with a toupee to find a style you like.

Choose the type and style you want to go with. Make sure you add 15% to your square footage measurements when ordering to compensate for mistakes and for cut pieces.

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Learn to Behave Socially

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The first kiss can make a big impression, and some people aren't willing to even try to develop a relationship with a bad kisser. If you're one of these people, keep in mind that bad kissing doesn't have to be a lifelong affliction if you're willing to help your partner out. If you dismiss someone because of one bad kiss, you could be missing out on a great relationship. That said, it is sometimes the case that bad kissing is just a symptom of a person who won't be a responsive, attentive partner anyway, and he or she may be just as bad at other important things as well. Try to consider how much kissing experience the person has. If you can chalk up the bad kissing to inexperience, there's probably hope, but if the person has had plenty of time and partners to figure it out, you're probably at a dead end.

Being introverted is not the same as being shy. An introvert genuinely enjoys solitary activities more than social ones, whereas someone who's shy stays away from social situations because of fear and anxiety. If you're someone who wants to talk to people and socialize but feel paralyzed, or if you don't feel self-confident, you're probably grappling with shyness. Take a look at How to Overcome Shyness.

Act confident even if you're not. We've all been in those situations that are uncomfortable and make us nervous. Appearing confident even though you may feel the opposite can help you to eventually feel actually confident, because people will respond to you and the situation will become less uncomfortable.

As a general rule, awkwardness is contagious. If you're feeling awkward, chances are the other person's feeling awkward as well. With this in mind, doing things to deprecate yourself will help you in your goal to make the other person feel uneasy.

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Respond to Good Morning Text

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Always be sure to eventually respond to your text messages. Make a note to yourself to reply if you tend to forget about it.

Be courteous to the other person. Calling or texting early in the morning or late at night can wake your contact out of a restful sleep. If you need to get in touch with someone at an odd hour, shoot them an email.

Remember that some people don't text as often as others. If you're not getting a response right away, the person could be busy and may reply later.

Try to respond to a good morning text as soon as you wake up. That way, the other person knows that their text is appreciated.

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Disable the Insert Key in Windows

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If you are using PowerPoint instead, the instructions are very similar to those using Google Slides.

If you don't have PowerPoint, you can always use alternatives such as Keynote, Prezi, or Google Slides for your presentation.

If you are using a non-standard keyboard (including laptop keyboards) look up the key scan codes, as they may be different.

Google Slides is a free replacement for Microsoft PowerPoint, and Google Sheets is a substitute for Microsoft Excel. These programs are used the same way you use Google Docs.

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Deal With Your Step Mom

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Lean on friends and family for support.

Recruit help from friends and family.

Stay connected with relatives such as grandparents and close friends for extra support.

Get social support from friends and family or others who have selfish mothers.

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Make a Crown Braid

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Try to dry your hair naturally when possible as dyed hair tends to be more brittle and and is easily damaged by heat. Use a heat styling spray to help protect your hair from damage.

Work with hair damp in order to prevent loose hair strands not maintaining their shape.

Keep your hair taut when you are straightening it. This helps remove any waves or curl.

Braids last longer in dirty, unwashed hair. For best results, don't wash your hair just before braiding it. Your hair's natural oils will help keep the style.

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Prepare Your Dog to Go Off‐Leash

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Don't rush your dog. Let your dog move at his own pace. Some dogs may pick up on training quickly, while others will need to stay on a leash longer.

Do not force your dog to exercise beyond their capability. If your dog is breathing hard, slowing significantly, or limping, let them rest. Even if the dog wants to keep running or playing, make them calm down.

Your dog may learn at a different pace than another dog. Just stay consistent and be patient while you're training.

Exercise with your dog. Keeping your dog physical active is not only healthy, but can tire him out. A tired dog is less likely to try and escape for another run.

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Make Vanilla Ice Cream Without an Ice Cream Maker

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You can substitute dairy alternatives, but Nutella does contain skim milk already. Replacing the cream or condensed milk will remove the creamy texture.

To make vegan ice cream, replace the dairy with a high-fat alternative, such as full-fat coconut milk. A custard base may need thickening with a vegan product such as arrowroot starch.

For vegan or non-dairy eaters, leave out the egg whites and substitute coconut oil for butter.

Replace dairy ingredients with cocoa butter or coconut oil when making buttercream for a vegan alternative.

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Talk to Your Chickens

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Watch your camel closely. Learn his favorite food, favorite toy (if you have any), how he acts to stimuli, and other things.

Observe real Italians. This is by far the easiest way to improve your skills. Watch films with Italians and follow their speech patterns.

Sit with your chickens, spend time with them while trying to imitate them and observe their reactions.

Spend time with your goat to help it get used to you and feel safe around you during a stressful event, like being at a show. Sit with your goat, have food in your hand and talk gently to your goat.

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Make Avocado Tea Sandwiches

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If all else fails, scrape off the brown area before serving. The browned avocado is even safe to eat — just ugly.

Avocados are a nutrient superfood, and go well in salads if you want to change things up. Guacamole is a good dip alternative, or you can eat it by itself.

Avocado turns brown quickly. This can make the sandwiches look less appetizing. It's best to serve them as soon as possible.

If you roast asparagus so it is not too soft, you can serve it as a warm appetizer with a creamy dip.

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Change Name After Divorce

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Use only blue or black ink on the "Application for a Social Security Card."

Memorize your Social Security number instead of carrying the card to reduce the risk of losing the replacement card.

Fake business cards are easy to make. Always ask for a badge and laminated identification, then write down the badge number.

You need to write your Social Security number or Florida Department of Education number on each transcript and each teaching certificate page you send in. Also include either number on your checks for application fees.

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Find Videos on Facebook

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If you want to find your own videos, go to your own Facebook profile page. Click on "Photos," then "Albums," and, finally, "Videos."

Listing in-laws and other family members whose relationships are not one of the Facebook options is possible. From the same "Featured People" entry screen, click on the "Create a New List" link. Choose a descriptive name for your list (like "In-Laws,") then enter the names of the people you want to add.

Review the user profiles displayed in the "Who to follow" widget located on the left side of your Twitter home page at any time. Twitter will automatically display the profiles of users you may want to add as friends, based on your own interests and those of your current friends.

To see the list of videos you have favorited, just click on your username at the top right of any YouTube page. Your play lists, Watch Later, liked videos and favorites should show up at the top of the page. You can also see a list of favorites by going to your channel and clicking on the "Upload" tab at the top.

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Protect Acrylic Paintings on Canvas

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Doing a background, if slightly diluted black watercolor isn't dark enough, switch to black acrylic paint.  Just use less expensive brushes and wash them thoroughly with soap and cool water when finished.

Acrylic paint is a great medium for beginning artists since it won't dry quickly and you can blend it easily. Once you're comfortable painting acrylic tulips, try a different medium, such as watercolor.

While it's possible to use an oil varnish on your acrylic painting, it's best to choose a varnish that's meant specifically for acrylic paint so you get the best results and protection.

Acrylic craft paint will work great for this, but you can also use poster paint or tempera paint.

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Paint a Portrait of a Dog

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Frequently step back 10 feet/3 meters from your painting to get an overall impression. It's easier to determine if all the parts are working together if viewed from a distance.

Try creating an underpainting with a brush before starting your knife painting. Determine your painting's composition and block in areas of color. With some techniques the underlayer will be revealed, so this prevents white patches of canvas from showing through.

As you travel about, take note of how the actual landscape looks. See if you can determine the three designations of distance; foreground, middle ground, and background. Train your eye to see this and you will become a more discerning viewer. Your artistic skills will grow by teaching yourself to see such things.

When you are in large areas that colors don't change that much, you can use the brush like you are coloring. Be sure that your strokes aren't too broad. When you are in areas that change drastically, like an eye or an eyebrow or anything that changes quickly, stroke from one direction. This will help give the impression of actual brushstrokes of color being applied as opposed to paint being thrown on.

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Draw a Cat Face

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Consider asking a friend or family member to help you take pictures. One person could help keep your dog comforted and happy while the other takes the shots. You can also ask the dog owner, if this is not your pet.

Promote good behavior by clicking and rewarding. You can also use click training to get your cat to scratch at his scratching post instead of the furniture, for example. When he scratches at the post, click right when he does it and give him a treat. Never click when the cat is doing something you don't want him to do.

Consider asking someone to help you while you photograph. Your helper can move props, give treats, and direct the cat (make noises, play, etc).

Develop your own style through practice. Once you feel comfortable drawing a cat's face, extend your skills in the way that feels best for your own drawing abilities. Watch cats regularly to see how they move their facial features. Check out online videos if there are not cats in your own household or area.

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Get Hair Dye off Your Face

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Don't be too mechanical or stiff about the spots. Just keep on adding spots and continue making them look jagged or torn.

Make sure you put good strong creases on your ninja star. If you don't, the ninja star will not be bold and look as neat as it would and should be. You can use something with a fine point to straighten the edges, and use a fingernail to make sharper creases.

Use gentle pressure whenever you're cleaning and polishing the fine scratches so they don't get any deeper.

Don't rub your face off trying to get the stain off. If your skin starts getting irritated, take a break or try a different, gentler method.

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Get a Midnight Snack Without Your Parents Knowing

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If you are lifting up your bed frame, have a friend help you so that you don't get hurt.

If you are sleeping with someone (sibling, aunt, dog, etc) and your bed is up against a wall, be sure to sleep on the outside, so you won't go through the trouble of crawling over people.

If someone finds you, have an excuse. For example, say you're playing a game and this is your pretend cave, or keep a stack of books in the corner and say that it's a meeting place for book club and it's disguised because you don't want to be disturbed while reading.

Have your child use the bathroom before you go out. This will avoid you having to take your child to the public restroom, where they may not want to go, are unable to go, or are overstimulated by a smell or if there are other people in there. They may not want to use the bathroom at home, but be sure that you at least have them try to go.

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Deal With a Snob

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Watch your body language. Even if you are trying to be polite to someone who dislike, your body language might give you away. Avoid rolling your eyes or looking irritated.

The wrong body language sends a message that you don't want to talk to anyone. Avoid crossing your arms, frowning, or holding a stiff posture. Smile and relax your arms at your side to show people you're friendly.

Do not be mean to people, friends, teachers, and adults. Being mean and having a nasty attitude will just make people lower their interest in you. If somebody gives you a cocky comment, answer them calmly, and end it off sassy, but don't insult them, make it sound smart and funny.

Some people may give you glares and "looks". If this happens, just smile politely or wave, and be polite and kind. Oftentimes, this will alert people that they are being rude.

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Make Scented Pine Cones

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Use pine branches or grass or even safe moss for bedding.

Make sure not to use pine or cedar for bedding!

Before using the pine cones, make sure they do not have any moss or mold on them and make sure to wash the pine cones off first to get rid of any insects that you may not want to bring into your house.

Choose bedding, covers and other fabrics wisely. Avoid bedcovers that easily trap dust and are difficult to clean.

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Eat Whole Grains for Health

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The ground meat and vegetables can be cooked together in a slow cooker, for about seven hours on low. The cooked mixture can be transferred to a large pot for the final mixing.

Stored biscuits can be reheated on the stove or in the oven. Another way is to wrap them in a moist towel and microwave them for about 2 minutes.

Whole grains can be cooked in a rice or pressure cooker as well as on a stove top.

Wheat berries can be cooked in the pressure cooker for about 15 to 20 minutes.

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Knit a Dress

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If you'd like to check your gauge for this project, crochet 10 stitches for 10 rows. The fabric square should measure 2 3⁄4 by 2 3⁄4 inches (7.0 cm × 7.0 cm).

If you want to check the gauge (tension), 3 stitches and 5 rows should equal 2 inches (5 cm).

To check your gauge using size 6 US (4mm) needles, a 4 x 4 in (10 x 10 cm) square should equal 24 stitches. For size 7 US (4.5mm) needles, it should make 26 stitches.

To make measuring and cutting easier, round your measurements to the nearest inch/centimeter. For example, if something measured 5.71 inches (14.5 cm), round it up to 6 inches (15 cm).

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Survive a Rip Tide

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If you feel like you've made a bad first impression, don't panic. There are ways to repair the damage.

If you're caught in a rip current and aren't sure what to do, don't be afraid, ashamed, or embarrassed to wave and yell for help.

If you're ever bullied, don't engage them or show them that they're making you upset. Ignore them or walk away if you can. If you're worried about your safety, don't hesitate to tell a trusted adult.

Do not be afraid or hesitant to ask for help if you feel your safety is being threatened. Don't be surprised if the nurses can't do anything unless they see a scuffle or fight, though.

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Get Rid of Dry Skin on Your Face

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When trying a new treatment or product, be aware that it may not work right away; try using it several times or for up to two weeks. Some products and treatments need a little bit of time before you start seeing any results. Sometimes, your hair needs to adjust to the new product.

You may need to try a few different facial cleansers and products before you find something that works for you. If the first thing you try doesn't help, try something else.

Always give a new skincare routine a few weeks to start working. Not everything works right away. If you don't see any results after a few times using the product, then you may consider trying something else.

If the contact solution you purchase is bothering your eyes, try another brand. Each brand has its own formula, so you might find another brands works best for you. You might even ask your doctor for samples and advice.

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Write a Personal Essay

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Before you begin writing, take notes while you are watching or reading the subject of your critique. Keep to mind certain aspects such as how it made you feel. What was your first impression? With deeper examination, what is your overall opinion? How did you come to this opinion?

As you're writing, try thinking of your reader as a friend to whom you're telling a story. How would you relay the book's themes and main points to a friend in a casual conversation? This will help you balance formal and informal language and simplify your critical assessment.

Pay attention to the silences in a text. Ask yourself: What topics are not discussed? Why might that be the case? This will give you additional insight into the author's creative process and their intellectual contribution.

Ask yourself several questions as you read the examples, such as: How does the writer introduce the subject of their essay? How does the writer explore the subject for a personal perspective? What are the key themes in the essay? How does the writer connect their personal experiences to a universal theme or idea? How does the writer use humor or wit in the essay? What is the concluding moral of the essay? Does the end of the essay leave you satisfied, unsettled, curious, or all of the above?

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Set Up a New iPad

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Enable a passcode lock for your iPad if you want your information and activity kept private when not in use. Tap on “Settings” from the Home screen, select “General,” and select the option to enable the passcode lock feature. You will be prompted to enter a four-digit PIN code, which you will be required to enter each time your iPad is unlocked.

If your phone's Power button is broken and you have managed to turn it on, try using an application like Power Button to Volume Button to control your Sleep/Wake settings while you schedule a phone repair.

If you don't want Kik to continuously check your contacts for new Kik users, navigate to your Privacy Options (under Settings) and remove the checkmark next to “Use Phone Contacts.”

Your phone will stay silent if “Do Not Disturb” is enabled. Check for an icon or any other indicator on your screen or check if “Do Not Disturb” is activated in your phone's settings.

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Attract Guys Without Talking to Them

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Try to have fun instead of just worrying about guys. If you're having a great time, they'll want to get to know you.

Try to relax and have fun! The whole point of a date is getting to know someone cool, and it should be enjoyable.

All of the things in this article will help make you someone that people enjoy being around at a party. If you're worried about being the coolest girl at a house party, though, chances are you never will be. Focus on having fun, and stop comparing yourself to others.

Try to just be yourself. If you're living well and having fun, people will take notice, including the boy you like.

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Eat Vegetables for Weight Loss

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Get enough exercise as well! While eating vegetables is a huge part of losing weight, a good exercise regimen will support your weight-loss program even more.

Remember, you cannot spot-treat. Losing weight only from your lower belly is impossible. Focus on overall weight loss, a healthy diet and exercise to get rid of stomach fat.

Understand that eating healthy is important for losing weight, as well as for overall health. However, you will need to maintain a regular exercise routine as well whether your goal is simply to lose weight, or if it is to gain muscle.

Exercise more! Understand that the best way to lose weight is by cutting back on eating unhealthy foods while engaging in regular exercise.

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Make Shorts out of Pants

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Make sure the threads and knots are sewn tight and stiff.

Measure the pieces well before sewing and sew twice to make it last longer.

Trim the edges on each strip of fabric to make sure they have the same shape.

Make sure all folds and edges are even before sewing.

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Open a Pickle Jar

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If you don't like struggling with jars, consider buying a jar-opening tool. These tools can be found at most grocery and kitchen supply stores.

You will be able to find many of the items and supplies required at your local craft or hardware store, but dollar stores or thrift stores can also be great sources of crafting materials. With a little creativity and imagination, you can create your own unique cigar box purse.

Wire cooling racks are inexpensive items that are very handy to have in the kitchen. If you don't have one, consider picking one up next time you visit a kitchen supply store.

Mason jars can be expensive to collect or find, but affordable jars can be found in many different places. Try finding them at garage sales, thrift stores, or clearance sales.

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Do a Yoga Tree Pose

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Make sure your shoulder stays pressed against the inside of your knee throughout the pose. If necessary, you can bend your knee slightly so that your shoulder stays in place.

Try to avoid locking the knee in your standing leg, as this can be bad for your joint. Instead, keep a very gentle bend in the knee.

When foot breaking, put your heel on the ground for about a second, making sure to put pressure from your back foot to the ground. Then put your foot flat on the ground, switching the pressure from your heel to your toes. Keep your left knee slightly bent, and your back straight.

Remember to bend your knee for added balance.

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Easy Ways to Find the Email Address of an Instagram Account

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If you're successful at finding someone's email address, don't add them to a mailing list unless they've asked you to. This would be considered spam and could get you in trouble with your mailing list hosting provider.

Often times spam messages originate from fake email addresses, so bouncing a message back to a fake email address will not accomplish anything toward removing your email address from a spammer's e-mail list.

Some e-mail clients will filter mail sent in this manner to a user's spam mailbox. If you're using this method to test your account, make sure you check the destination user's spam folder for the test message.

If you are receiving spoofed emails which appear to be sent from your own email address, try adding your email address to the "Blocked E-Mail Senders" list.

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Make a Valentines Day Card

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Use camel hair watercolor brushes for watercolor paints. Use synthetic "taklon" brushes for acrylic craft paint.

While it's possible to use an oil varnish on your acrylic painting, it's best to choose a varnish that's meant specifically for acrylic paint so you get the best results and protection.

When using glues, masking fluid or acrylic paints, keep your good watercolor brushes separate.  Wash any brush used with acrylic with soap and cool water and allow to dry flat.

Acrylic paint is a great medium for beginning artists since it won't dry quickly and you can blend it easily. Once you're comfortable painting acrylic tulips, try a different medium, such as watercolor.

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Use an Airless Paint Sprayer

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Read the instruction or operator's manual for your sprayer. You should be familiar with the capacity, viscosity, and type of paint your sprayer will apply. The controls on the sprayer used in the photos are fairly typical for this type of sprayer. The upper control valve regulates air volume; the lower one meters the paint flow. The front of the nozzle is held in place with a threaded ring, and the pattern can be changed from vertical to horizontal by turning it.

Always ventilate your spray painting area as much as possible and use an extractor fan to filter dust particles out of the air.

You could also paint particle boards with several thin layers of spray paint. Make sure you do so in a well-ventilated area to avoid inhaling any overspray.

Keep your paint sprayer stored in a low-pressure, dry environment.

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Care for a Diabetic Cat

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The health benefits of dieting include lower risks of diabetes and pancreatitis. Your cat will also experience less strain on her joints, reducing the risk of early arthritis.

If you're overweight or obese, losing weight can help you lower your uric acid levels. Carrying extra weight usually correlates to higher uric acid levels in your body. However, it takes a long time to lose weight healthily, so don't attempt a crash diet.

It is important to be a role model for young children. Show them healthy eating habits, and serve them healthy, well-balanced meals. Childhood obesity is considered an epidemic in the United States. One-third of all children in the US are overweight or obese. These children often grow up to be obese adults.

Although being obese is not a cause of diabetes, obese cats are more prone to developing diabetes. If your cat is obese, take steps to improve their diet and help them lose weight so they will be healthier and happier.

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Use Your Fitbit to Monitor Your Sleep

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You can still use the Fitbit app even if you don't have a Fitbit tracker. You'll just have to manually add everything like exercise, steps, and other activities.

You can receive 2 different reminders if you prefer.  You just need to adjust Settings on your profile to do so.

If you like, you can also monitor your naps using your Fitbit.

You can use the Fitbit dashboard to create meal plans and track your diet.

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Prepare for and Enjoy an Amusement Park

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Don't think you have to spend a lot of money to make a day special. In fact, if you're planning a day out together, it can be fun to challenge yourselves to only do free or inexpensive things. The limit encourages creativity and you may end up making some interesting memories.

If you'd like to pay off a debt, invest in your retirement, or save up for a large purchase or trip, set that as a clear goal for your money. Having a goal in mind will help you stop spending money unnecessarily. That said, don't get discouraged if you don't meet your goals in the timeline that you set for yourself.

Depending on where you work, there may be rules against giving gifts that are more expensive than a few hundred dollars anyway, so don't feel like you need to go overboard.

Don't waste too much money. Games and food at amusement parks can be pretty expensive. Try setting a budget ahead of time for everyone and stick to it.

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Prepare Sensitive Skin for Shaving (Men)

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Deep condition your hair between bleaching sessions to restore natural oils and proteins

Always re-lather before you re-shave a certain area.

To protect your skin while shaving, apply shave cream, lotion or gel and then use a clean, sharp razor. Shave in the direction your hairs grow, not against the grain.

Shaving with a blade removes the topmost layers of dead skin, so you should consider using a quality moisturizing cream after every shave.

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Deal With a Hard Life

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You can also try doing anything that makes you happy. Whether it be listening to music, playing soccer or crafting, doing things you enjoy can help you through this time.

Do something you enjoy. Like what are the things you love doing for yourself? Drawing, Dancing, Hanging out with friends, video games, or etc.

Listen to some music, exercise, watch some movies and do stuff that makes you feel happier and comforted. New hobbies are always good things to get involved in.

Find something you enjoy doing like music, sports etc.

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Develop a Strong High Singing Voice

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Use singing exercises and breathing exercises to warm up your voice. They are muscles and will perform better when you do.

Practice your vocal exercises for 10-20 minutes depending on your skill level, being careful to take a break if your voice becomes tired. You can focus on one exercise the whole time, or switch between different ones to stretch your vocal cords in different ways.

Consider taking vocal lessons with a reputable instructor. While these teachers generally focus on singing, they can show you how to better use your breath to make a larger, clearer sound. This will also help you preserve your voice so you can keep cheering without getting a chronic sore throat.

When you first begin these exercises and relaxation techniques, you need to spend time every day practicing them. Aim for 30 minutes of eye exercise daily. If or when you notice any vision improvement, you can begin to space the exercises out.

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Using a Posture Corrector: Your Most Important Questions Answered

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Usually, only patients with severe cases of straightening of the cervical spine need surgery. If your doctor doesn't recommend it, you can probably reduce your pain and discomfort with exercises and physical therapy.

If you have excess skin after having major weight-loss surgery, exercises like these may not be enough to tighten the skin of your stomach. Talk with your doctor or cosmetic surgeon about the best ways to remove or reduce excess skin aside from tightening it through exercise.

A posture corrector is not a prescribed back brace. Doctors often suggest patients wear a brace if they've been through a medical procedure or they have a spinal issue causing them pain. If a medical professional has prescribed a brace for you, wear it! A medical back brace will work to help minimize your symptoms.

In some cases, your doctor may recommend a back brace to help improve your posture and offer additional support for your lower back. However, you should always consult with your doctor before starting a brace, as you need to make sure your brace is properly fitted and that it is the right course of treatment for your lordosis.

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Install Wiper Blades

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Some auto parts stores offer free wiper installation once you purchase them. Ask an employee to see if they can install the new blade for you.

Many auto parts stores and some repair shops will test your car battery for free.

Most auto-supply stores will replace your wipers for free when you buy new blades from them.

Check your local auto parts dealer for manuals specific to your car for complete instructions on how to perform basic maintenance on your vehicle. Often, you will save a bundle of cash doing simple tune-up work on your own. Schuck's and Autozone are great stores that have these manuals.

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Do a Somersault

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Wear socks to muffle your feet just that much more. This is especially recommended for those who have wood, tile, or linoleum flooring. Your feet sometimes end up slightly sticking to the floor which can make noise. If your house is entirely carpeted, you can probably get away with being barefoot.

Guinea pigs can easily slip on wooden or tile floor, which can hurt their feet. It's recommended to lay something down over the floor, such as towels or fleece. Remember that they may pee on the floor, so opt for something absorbent and don't use something nice (like a rug).

Find a softer surface, like carpet or a mattress instead of harder ones, like wood floors. Doing so can end up with bruised shoulders, which can be painful for up to a good few days.

If you don't want to put your table on wheels, use a small rug or carpet so you don't scratch the floor. You could even attach a rubber base to the table, to protect the floor and to prevent the table from sliding on such surfaces as wood or tile.

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Design Your Own Piece of Jewelry

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Learning to type without any formal instruction can take up to two years. If you want to learn faster, look into taking classes from a software program like Mavis Beacon or in-person classes that may be offered by your town or city.

Take a jewelry-making class at a local community college. These classes are fairly affordable and will allow you to access tools you might not otherwise have at home!

You may want to take a class in glass melting before attempting it yourself. Many community-based glass melting classes are available at an affordable cost.

If you want to become better at making jewelry yourself, you can either take a class (usually from a local community center or college) or you can learn from the artists themselves. Local jewelry makers may be willing to teach certain skills in exchange for money or work. Find a local artisan's association and ask for information about the options available to you.

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Throw a Beach Party

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If the party is at night, have a bonfire.

Remember to extinguish your fire before leaving the area or going to bed at night.

If you use a fire blanket, make sure you leave the fire covered for at least fifteen minutes or until all of the heat has dissipated.

If making the bonfire on a beach or campsite, you need to check with the appropriate authorities to get permission to make your bonfire.

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Calculate Sales Tax

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Cashing in a bond often carries a fee for the brokerage or other agent who facilitated the sale. This is not part of taxes, but should be subtracted from the profit like taxes when calculating the real yield of a bond. This is less important when comparing the performance of various bonds handled by the same brokerage, but it can be vital to comparing the performance of bonds sold by different brokers.

Sales tax is typically calculated by the merchant processing system.

Determining if legal fees can be deducted is tricky and there are many special exceptions. It's best to consult a CPA or other tax specialist to help determine whether the fees are deductible.

Some situations that factor into AMT calculations are very specific. For instance, if you have depletion from mining, oil, gas, timber, or similar activities, you can only calculate this for AMT purposes using the “cost” method (under the regular tax system, you can calculate depletion using either the cost method or percentage method).

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Pass a Drug Test on Short Notice

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Urine testing is not 100 percent accurate. No test is infallible.

A Urea breath test is best for post-treatment testing. Blood tests are not recommended for post-treatment testing. The antibodies they test for will still be present after the bacteria is killed.

Go to any further testing your doctor might order if the test is positive or if the test is considered borderline positive.

If you don't get a positive result with one test, you may be tempted to try another test; however, this is not usually recommended. The most common causes of no positive results during the month are that you not using the test correctly or you did not ovulate that month.

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Donate Baby Clothes to Charity

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If you're trying to help a child through a traumatic experience, it can be helpful to read more about how trauma affects children. Read books and online information from government or trusted medical sites that explains more fully what your child is going through and what you can do to help restore their general well-being.

Donating baby clothes to charity is a great way to help those in need and pass goodness on to neighbors and those who need extra help. With a little research and organization, you can be on your way to brightening someone else's day.

Encourage your friends and loved ones to donate blood, as well. It can be a very rewarding experience that has real potential to help people in need.

Consider donating blood and marrow while you're still living. These donations help people in your community and beyond.

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Clean Leather Chairs

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If you get henna or indigo on your countertop, wipe it off quickly to avoid leaving a stain.

If you get dye onto your counter, use rubbing alcohol to wipe it off.

When cleaning spots and stains with any product, try it out on the back of the chair to make sure it doesn't change colors.

If you cut into a papaya while it's still green, it might ooze a white viscous and sticky liquid. It's difficult to remove this substance from countertops, so be careful to use a cutting board when you prepare papaya.

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Roast Parsnips

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This is a great meal to add vegetables, such as diced celery, olives, mushrooms, or bell peppers.

You can roast other root vegetables in the same pan, including carrots, potatoes, and celeriac.

Play around with adding vegetables to the mashed potatoes. You can stir in minced spinach, chopped shallots, or chopped sun-dried tomatoes.

You can use this recipe to prepare a variety of other vegetables, such as turnips and peppers, as well as raw fish.

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Redirect a URL

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You can also delete AdBlock or Adblock Plus from your browser by clicking the Delete, Remove, or Uninstall button next to the appropriate option when on your browser's "Extensions" page.

Some sites will ask permission to open a pop-up page when your pop-up blocker is enabled (for example, if you attempt to open a linked image).

While some websites use an error page explaining a change of URL and include a clickable redirect link, this less efficient than an automatic redirect and can end up costing your new site a significant percentage of visitors.

Most browsers will give you the option of continuing to a redirected page when a redirect is blocked.

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Make a Brick Kiln

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Wash your kiln between firings. You can buy kiln washes – mixtures of alumina hydrate and kaolin, at ceramics stores. Use it on kiln shelves and the interior of kiln walls to lengthen the life of your kiln.

Warping of your tiles during firing can be very disappointing after all of your work. To avoid warping, ensure that you have the correct equipment, quality of clay and specifications of your kiln.

There are also homemade drying kilns that you could make with a container like a barbecue or metal garbage can. However, this isn't a simple process or a recommended way to dry wood chips.

Try to keep your bead under 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) unless you have a kiln to anneal the beads in. Annealing is the process of adding strength by heating and cooling in a kiln. Without this process, glass beads risk cracking and breaking easily.

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Make a Concrete Stool

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Wait at least 3 hours after your last work on the slab before removing the forms or your concrete will be too soft and sag. I use 3 hours because I can shape the edges faster when the concrete is still pliable. If you wait till the next day, you can still fix the edges, but you will have to use a lot of pressure and you will have to mix some extra cement to fill holes. When the cement is pliable, you can just add pressure and it will shape the edges and applying pressure will fill holes. Don't be afraid to apply pressure on the concrete when shaping it.

Be sure and clean all your tools right after using them. Hardened concrete is difficult to remove and can damage your tools.

You can also repair damaged steps and slabs by following the same steps. However, you may need to build a wooden frame to pour and hold concrete in a specific area.

Clean tools immediately after pouring concrete into the bucket. If you allow the concrete to dry on the tools, they may be ruined and have concrete coating on them forever.