Since the dilation of the cervix happens when labor moves from "early" to "active," intervening in the process instead of letting it occur naturally is essentially the same as inducing labor.  There are some reasons why a doctor or midwife might determine this to be the best course of action:  If you're two weeks past your due date with no signs of early labor. If your water has broken, but no contractions have occurred. If you have an infection in the later stages of pregnancy. If there's a problem with your placenta. If you have a medical condition that might pose a risk if you wait too long to have the baby. If you're undergoing a dilation and curettage procedure. Inducing labor should not be done as a matter of convenience since it can pose risks to both the mother and the baby. Inducing labor should not be done lightly - be sure you understand exactly what your body will experience before you agree to take medication. Inducing labor increases the risk of these complications:  Having a C-section. Premature birth. Lowering the baby's heart rate and oxygen intake. Contracting infection. Uterine rupture. The most common medication used for this purpose is synthetic prostaglandin. Dinoprostone and misoprostol are two synthetic prostaglandins that may be used. Both of these medications are administered vaginally or orally. These medications have side effects that may impact the health of the baby. Be sure to talk with your doctor about the risks involved before taking medication. Sometimes doctors use implements that will dilate the cervix mechanically, rather than chemically.  Either a balloon-tipped catheter or a type of seaweed called laminaria is inserted into the cervical opening.  Once the balloon-tipped catheter is inserted, saline is injected into the balloon, causing it to expand and dilate the cervix. Laminaria is a type of seaweed native to Japan that forms a thick, sticky gel when wet. The dried stems of the seaweed are formed into "tents" that will swell up gradually. A layer of this substance is...

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Understand when the cervix would need to be dilated. Know the risks of inducing labor. Talk to your doctor about medication used to dilate the cervix. Find out if a mechanical dilator will be used.


Since the executive summary is a summary of another document, you'll need to be pretty familiar with the original document in order to condense it down to a manageable and informative version. Whether that original document is a report, business plan, proposal, manual or different document, review it, looking for its main ideas. What is the purpose of the company sponsoring the document, or of the original document itself? What is its scope? Example: "Women World Wide is a not for profit organization that seeks to connect women all around the world with effective solutions to domestic violence, as well as offering a network of support for those suffering from domestic violence. While operating from its headquarters in Alberta, Canada, it has received referrals from women in 170 countries across the globe." This section is probably the most important part of your entire executive summary.  In two or three sentences you should tell the reader why your business is special. Why does it deserve the scrutiny, business, or partnership of the people reading the summary? Maybe you have Michael Jordan as a customer and he has endorsed your product on Twitter for free.  Maybe you just signed a partnership agreement with Google.  Maybe you were just awarded a patent, or maybe you just made your first big sale. The first real ingredient of an executive summary is a discussion of a problem, so explain the problem that your products/services address. Make sure the problem is defined as clearly as possible. An ill-defined problem doesn't sound convincing, and won't set up your solution to be as impactful as it could be. Example: "Los Angeles is crippled with traffic. Apart from the Metro DC area, Los Angeles has the worst traffic in the nation. It's not just annoying. The smog and pollution caused from gridlock is reducing worker productivity,  increasing rates of asthma, and slowly creating a serious health problem. There are more cars in L.A. than there are people old enough to drive them." The big problem is the easy...

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Start with the original document. Write a brief review. Make the "grab" shine. Define the big problem. Deliver your unique solution. Talk about market potential. Incorporate your unique selling proposition. Talk about your business model, if necessary. Discuss your management team, if necessary. Provide financial projections to support your claims. Ease in to your request. Reread your summary.


Since the exponents have different bases, there is no shortcut for multiplying them. Calculate the exponent using a calculator or by hand. Remember, an exponent tells you how many times to multiply a number by itself. For example, if you are multiplying 23×45{\displaystyle 2^{3}\times 4^{5}}, you should note that they do not have the same base. So, you will first calculate 23=2×2×2=8{\displaystyle 2^{3}=2\times 2\times 2=8}. Do this by multiplying the base number by itself however many times the exponent says. For example, 45=4×4×4×4×4=1024{\displaystyle 4^{5}=4\times 4\times 4\times 4\times 4=1024} Following the same example, your new problem becomes 8×1024{\displaystyle 8\times 1024}. This will give you the final answer to the problem. For example: 8×1024=8192.{\displaystyle 8\times 1024=8192.} So, 23×45=8,192{\displaystyle 2^{3}\times 4^{5}=8,192}.

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Calculate the first exponential expression. Calculate the second exponential expression. Rewrite the problem using the new calculations. Multiply the two numbers.


Since the fermentation process for applejack requires activating the proper bacteria, you want to make sure that only those bacteria are in the mixture. Therefore, you want to sterilize all of your equipment, especially the five-gallon container. You can use an iodine solution, known as an iodophor, to sterilize everything. The solution is readily available from most home brewing outlets. You want to make sure that all of the apple cider you use is free of preservatives and has no sugar added, especially since you will add your own sugar. Pour the first gallon of apple cider into the large pan and heat over medium heat. Once the gallon of apple cider reaches approximately 110 degrees Fahrenheit, begin stirring in all five pounds of brown sugar. Keep stirring in the sugar until all five pounds have fully dissolved in the apple cider. Once all of the sugar has been stirred into the gallon of cider, you also want to add the packet of brewer’s yeast. If the apple cider has reach over approximately 115-120 degrees Fahrenheit, then let it cool to this temperature before added the yeast.  Temperatures over 130 degrees Fahrenheit will kill the yeast instead of activating it, and temperatures under 105 degrees Fahrenheit won’t activate the yeast at all, so it’s very important to add with the cider in the correct temperature window.  Follow the directions on your particular packet of brewer’s yeast for the amount of time the yeast should be kept at the activation temperature. Once you’ve added the yeast at the proper activation temperature and kept if there for the correct amount of time, you can remove the cider from the heat source. It needs to cool enough so that you can add it to the airtight five-gallon container without causing pressure issues as it cools. Since the cider wasn’t overheated to begin with, this will only need to cool for five-to-ten minutes. While waiting for the yeast and brown sugar cider to cool, you can add the rest of the apple cider to the sterilized five-gallon container.  Only add a little...

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Sterilize all of your equipment. Heat one gallon of apple cider over medium heat. Add all five pounds of brown sugar. Stir in the packet of brewer’s yeast. Remove the cider from the heat source. Add the other four gallons of apple cider to the five-gallon container. Add the rest of the cider to the container. Seal the container with the lid/cap with the brewer’s airlock attached. Store in a cool, dark place for 6-10 days. Sterilize the apple cider containers and hose. Siphon the applejack between the containers. Freeze the applejack. Separate the applejack from the water. Enjoy responsibly.


Since the lathe will spin your material instead of the drill bits, you want to make sure that the point you want to bore is at the center of the axis. As with a drill press, you still want to begin by using a center drill bit to begin your bore with more precision. If your lathe doesn’t have a coolant delivery system, ensure that you apply lathe coolant for every bore for cleaner finished products and to extend the life of your tools. Using a reamer on a lathe is still intended only to enlarge an existing hole, so you’ll need to first use a slightly smaller drill bit to create the hole. Similar to reaming with by other methods, you want to use a drill bit approximately 1/64” smaller than the reamer you’ll need to use. Once more, ensure that you’re applying plenty of cutting oil as you bore the hole. Once you have drilled the pilot hole and cleared any filings, you’re ready to ream the hole. Insert the reamer into the chuck of the tailstock (the portion that you move forward toward the lathe spindle), power on the lathe, and ream the hole. For high precision jobs, you can use a floating reamer holder here like you can for reaming in a drill press to correct for any minor misalignment. To ensure the smoothest ream possible, retract the tailstock while the lathe is still running by steadily pulling it straight out. Do not ever reverse direction of the spindle like you would to back out a drill bit.

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Set your material firmly in the lathe spindle. Bore an initial hole with a center drill bit. Drill a pilot hole. Ream the hole. Retract the reamer while the lathe is still running.


Since the mascara is waterproof, use the opposite of water: oil. Oil breaks down the waterproof properties in your mascara, helping it slide off your lashes with minimal scrubbing and wiping.  Pour olive oil on your fingers and rub your eyelashes with your index finger and thumb until your lashes are coated with oil. The mascara should then come off easily.  If your skin still feels oily afterwards and you cannot easily remove it with a clean, dry cloth, wash your face. Coconut oil does a great job of breaking down your mascara and leaves the delicate skin around your eyes hydrated, too. Put a dab of coconut oil on a cotton ball and gently sweep it over your eyes. Then use a clean dry cloth to wipe away the oil with the mascara. This solution has a shelf life of 6 months and will not sting or irritate your eyes.  Combine 2 tablespoons witch hazel, 2 tablespoons of jojoba oil or almond oil, and 2 tablespoons water in a clean container or dispenser. Shake up the solution to ensure it is properly combined. Wipe the solution on your eyes with clean fingers, or apply it to a cotton ball or makeup pad to remove the makeup.

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Remove your eye makeup with olive oil. Use coconut oil. Make a solution of water, witch hazel and almond or jojoba oil.


Since the mattress will be spread out, it’s important to move the frame at least 8 inches (20 cm) away from the wall or any other obstacles that might be in the way to prevent damage. Make sure you have plenty of room to walk around the futon so you can easily reach the frame. This should be the part where your legs would be if you were sitting on the futon. You can grab it right in the middle, or you can start on one side of the frame. Some trifold futons will have a hidden third part that needs to be pulled out before the futon can lay flat. Find this third section under the main seat and pull it out, adjusting the legs as necessary so that it’s stable on the ground.  If your trifold futon already has the third section (also called the ottoman feature) out, adjust the legs so that it’s level with the middle section. You may have to release a locking mechanism in order for the bottom section to move. This is the section where your back rests when the futon is upright. As you’re pulling the ottoman section flat, you should begin to push down on the top section so that it lays flat as well. Adjust the top section’s legs so that the futon is completely horizontal and stable. If you’re having trouble adjusting or unlocking your trifold futon, go online and look up instructions for the specific brand—not all trifold futons will work exactly the same. If you grabbed the middle of the frame, simply lift it up 1 or 2 inches (2.5 or 5.1 cm) until you hear it unlock from the base. You can also start at one side and lift an end up slightly to unlock that end before unlocking the opposite side.  If you’re unlocking each end separately, don’t lift each one up too high before both are unlocked. Some futons will have a locking mechanism that you’ll need to unlock before the futon can be lifted. This will be visible on the inside of the frame, near the legs. Once the frame is unlocked from the base, lift it up and move backwards so that the frame expands to its full size. Start lowering the futon to the ground carefully and...

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Pull the futon frame away from the wall or other furniture. Grab the bottom of the frame. Unfold a hidden third deck of a trifold futon, if necessary. Adjust the top section of a trifold futon so it lays flat. Lift the frame of a bifold futon up so that it unlocks. Walk backwards while pulling the bifold frame with you. Adjust the legs of the futon, if necessary. Center the mattress on the frame.


Since the methods in this section are translucent, they’ll only add to whatever color is already in your hair. This means that the darker your hair is, the less you’ll see the new color. Be aware that blue and red may mix with blonde to create green or orange. Dissolve 3 packets of unsweetened Kool-Aid drink mix in 1 cup (240 mL) of hot water. Stir the solution into enough conditioner to saturate your hair. Apply the mixture to your hair, then cover it with a plastic shower cap. Wait 1 hour, then rinse the color out.  You can use a different type of drink mix, but make sure that it is unsweetened; otherwise, you'll create a sticky mess. This method will typically last several shampoos. If it doesn't come out, try washing your hair with a clarifying shampoo. For best results, use white-colored conditioner. You don't need to shampoo your hair after this because the conditioner already removes some of the residue. Stir 2 packets of Kool-Aid into 2 cups (470 mL) of hot water. Pull your hair into a ponytail or 2 pigtails, then dip your hair into the solution. Wait 10 to 15 minutes, then pull your hair out. Blot it dry with a paper towel, then let it air dry. Wash it with a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo afterwards.  Washing your dyed hair afterwards is important because it will remove residue. If you don't do this, you might stain your clothes.  If you have long, thick hair, you might need to make more of your "dye." Add 1 packet of Kool-Aid for every additional 1 cup (240 mL) of water. This is a temporary option and should come out in several washes. If it doesn't, try a clarifying shampoo. Place enough white-colored conditioner into a bowl to saturate your hair, then stir in some food coloring until you get the shade you want. Apply the mixture to your hair as desired, wait about 40 minutes, then rinse it out with warm water. You don't need to use shampoo afterwards.  This will last only 2 to 3 shampoos. For a longer-lasting something color (about 2 weeks), use 20 volume developer instead. Read the instructions to...

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Start with bleached, blonde, or light-brown hair for best results. Mix unsweetened Kool-Aid with conditioner if you want an all-over color. Dissolve Kool-Aid in just water if you want to dip dye your hair. Mix some food coloring with conditioner as an alternative to Kool-Aid. Apply food coloring directly onto your hair for something easy.


Since the only concern with hypothyroidism is hormone productions, the only medication used for hypothyroidism is synthetic hormones. When the thyroid gland is not producing enough of any hormone, it must be supplemented. This can be supplemented with a synthetic thyroid hormone such as Synthroid, in doses ranging from 50 micrograms to 300 micrograms. Your doctor will use blood tests to determine your specific dose. Your doctor will start you on a lower dose. between 50 to 100 micrograms daily and recheck the blood tests four to six weeks after starting the medication, looking for changes in your hormone levels.  Your doctor will also take into account your clinical symptoms, such as weight gain, energy level, fatigue, concentration, depression, or other symptoms of decreased metabolism. If your levels are not to the point of hypothyroidism yet, your doctor may still prescribe a low dose of synthetic hormone to help level out the symptoms.  In addition to synthetic hormones, your doctor may prescribe Armour Thyroid, which is actual bovine desiccated thyroid gland to help regulate yours. Starting dose is commonly 60 mg daily, and continued until blood tests indicate a response. Radioactive iodine is used to destroy any active nodules in your thyroid in order to stop their uncontrolled production of the thyroid hormone. Radioactive Iodine therapy involves injection of radionuclide tagged iodine into a vein. The iodine is taken up by the thyroid gland, which absorbs the radioactive iodine. The radiation destroys the cells that comprise these active nodules that are producing excessive thyroid hormone, which causes the gland to shrink and symptoms to disappear within three to six months.  A single dose of this medication is successful in 80% of cases.   Pregnant women should not have this procedure. Your doctor may prescribe you anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole when radioactive iodine is not permitted, such as with pregnant women or children. These medications prevent your thyroid from producing...

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Take synthetic hormones for hypothyroidism. Ask about radioactive iodine for hyperthyroidism. Take other medications for hyperthyroidism. Consider surgery for hyperthyroidism.


Since the racking technique is different in 9-ball from 8-ball, a different rack is preferred. The pattern of a diamond is 1-2-3-2-1. The traditional triangular rack may be used for racking a 9-ball game, but it will produce a looser rack. The 1-ball is always at the front of the rack, and the 9-ball is always directly in the center. Like in 8-ball, traditional rules state that all other balls are placed randomly. One amateur variant of 9-ball is that the billiard balls are placed in sequential orders, down and from left to right, excepting the 9-ball, which stays in the middle. If done properly, the 1-ball will be at the apex and the 8-ball will be at the bottom.

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If possible, get a diamond-shaped rack for 9-ball. In all variants of 9-ball, keep the 1-ball at the apex and the 9-ball in the center. Place all other balls in random order around the 1- and 9-ball.


Since the size of the angles in a regular polygon is set, the only thing you'll need to decide on is the size of the octagon's sides. The larger the length of the octagon's sides, the larger the octagon itself. Make a decision based on the amount of room you have to draw in. This will be the first of the eight sides of the octagon. Draw your line in a spot that leaves plenty of space for the rest of the sides. At either end of your line, find and mark the 135o angle. Draw a line of the same length as the first line angled 135 degrees to the original line. This we be the second side of the octagon. Note that the lines should meet at their end points. Don't start the new line in the center of the old line, for instance. Follow this pattern, drawing lines of the same length that meet at 135o angles. Repeat these steps until you have created a complete regular octagon. Because of minor, accumulating human errors in the preciseness of your drawing, the very last side you draw may not lie exactly 135o to the original line. Usually, if you've drawn carefully, it's acceptable to use a ruler to simply connect the end of the seventh side to the beginning of the first.

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Determine the side length of your octagon. Use a ruler to draw a line of the length you decided upon. Using a protractor, mark an angle 135o relative to your line. Continue creating lines at 135o angles to the last line.


Since there are many differences between dog breeds, it's important to determine if a Rottweiler is right for you. As with any breed, Rottweilers have their own distinct personality traits and breed-specific characteristics. The better you understand Rottweilers, the more aware you will be about the potential challenges related to raising a Rottweiler and how to react appropriately. These puppies become large dogs (around 110 pounds as adults) that are fiercely loyal to their owners and initially wary of strangers.  Rottweilers need firm guidance from someone who understand dog psychology and behavior, so it helps to be an experienced dog owner with a history of raising good-natured dogs. The potential owner needs to be honest about whether she possesses these skills. Because of a Rottweiler's physical size, a cross Rottweiler who won't get off the sofa when you ask, is a dangerous Rottweiler. To learn more about Rottweilers, go to local dog shows and talk to breeders and other Rottweiler owners.  Don't forget to check your homeowner's insurance policy. Some insurance policies are void if you get a Rottweiler or any other breed they have labeled as potentially dangerous, even if this labelling is erroneous. If you rent your home, you will need to contact your landlord before adopting a Rottweiler (or any other animal for that manner) to make sure he is welcome. Since there are many Rottweiler breeders, you'll need to take your time to select a quality breeder. Never choose the first breeder you find. Instead, look for a breeder who does all the appropriate health-screenings like the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals screenings for hip, heart, and eye health. To be sure of what you're getting, check for both conformation (show lines) and working ability (Schutzhund or tracking for example) since these show that the puppies look and act like Rottweilers. Ask any potential breeder plenty of questions, especially about early socialization with the mother and litter mates. It is crucial that the puppy is well...

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Consider whether a Rottweiler is a good choice. Choose a reputable breeder. Select your puppy. Get your puppy vaccinated and de-wormed. Consider microchipping and spaying or neutering your puppy.


Since these nails aren't very durable, they may break or fall off before the nail polish starts to chip. Still, a top coat will help the color last longer and prevent it from chipping. Apply 1 coat of top coat to each nail, then let it dry. If you used acrylic paint, consider using a clear, acrylic sealer. This is especially important if you secured the fake nails using double-sided tape. Because they are a DIY alternative to professional fake nails, straw nails won't be as durable. They can fall off easily, and if they get bent, the polish can flake off.  Nails attached with double-sided tape may come off within a few hours. If you bump them against something, they may pop off right away. Nails attached with nail glue should last a few days.

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Let the nail polish dry, then apply a top coat, if desired. Treat the fake nails with care.


Since they’re your crush, you probably have a general idea of their schedule. Think about when you’ll see them in class, in the hall, or during free periods. Figure out a time when you know you’ll be around them and will have time to strike up a conversation. Use common sense and change your plans if you need to. If you planned to talk to them at recess but see them cramming for a test or having a heated discussion with a friend, postpone your chat. You don’t want to force them into a conversation when they’re busy. A nice, "Hey! What's up?" works as a conversation starter in almost any situation. It’s an informal way to start the conversation, rather than launching into a pre-planned spiel.  Additionally, your crush might let you know if it is a good time to talk or not. If they say, “I’m just in a hurry to meet someone at the library!” then you know it might not be a great time.  It may sound silly, but using your crush's name can induce some warm fuzzy feelings right off the bat. Saying, "Hey, Brad!" sounds much more personal than "Hey!" If you can't make "What's up?" flow off the tongue naturally, open with anything that feels natural to you. You can say something like, "Are you excited for class today?", "Did you watch the new episode last night?", or anything else that can smoothly start a conversation. It doesn’t have to be anything major, but it’s an easy way to get in their good graces right from the start and hopefully launch into a full-fledged conversation. You can tell them that you like their new haircut, a piece of clothing, or any other appearance-related thing. Noticing something and complimenting it shows your crush that you pay attention, and provides them with the opportunity to tell you about it. If applicable, you could also mention a recent accomplishment or noteworthy achievement of your crush. You can say anything from, "Congrats on winning that football game last Saturday! I heard you played great," to, “I liked what you said in class today and I totally agreed.” If they engage in...

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Pick a good time. Greet them casually. Compliment them on something. Note their body language.


Since this frosting has such a soft texture, it's easiest to apply it to the cake while the cake turns on the turntable. This reduces the mess and ensures an even, smooth application.  Turn the turntable to work on a fresh area as you finish the current area. Use a flexible icing spatula or round-bladed knife to quickly work over the entire frosting and leave it smooth, with tiny peaks here and there. Always hold a cupcake in one hand when frosting it. Place a dollop of frosting on the top. Use a round-bladed knife to swirl the frosting around the top. Try to do this in one continuous movement. As you swirl, push the frosting to the edges of the cupcake. Leave a peaked center and a swirled edge.

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Use a turntable or rotating stand for a full size cake. Dollop or pour the frosting into the center of the cake. Working from the top, smooth down the pile of cream toward the edges and sides of the cake. Smooth the sides and top. For a cupcake:


Since this is a hard reset, you shouldn’t perform a reboot on your machine too regularly. Always try the Start/Reset button first. If that does not work and the machine will not reset, try rebooting the dishwasher. If you can access the cord, carefully unplug it from the power source. This will completely reboot the unit and should fix any problems with the machine. If you don’t have easy access to the machine’s cord, you can also cut power from the main power control. If your circuit breaker or fuse box isn’t close by, this may require some walking back and forth. Make sure to only cut power to that outlet, not other areas of your house. While GE suggests that you wait only 30 seconds before plugging it in or turning the power on again, sometimes your machine may need a longer break. Keep the power off for up to 10 minutes, then restore power. Your machine should be back to normal.

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Use the reboot as a last resort. Unplug the unit to cut the power. Turn off the unit’s power from your home’s circuit breaker or fuse box. Wait for 30 seconds to 10 minutes before turning the power back on.


Since this is a legal document, you want to include your full legal name in the document. Don't put nicknames, shortened forms of your name, or other names you go by. Proof of residence letters generally start the following way, "I, YOUR FULL LEGAL NAME,..." The first thing you want to include is your entire address. This is the most important piece of information in the letter.  I, Joe Sample, make an oath and say that I live at 123 Street Road, City, State, Zip Code.  I certify that I, Joe Sample, live at 123 Street Road, City, State, Zip Code. This needs to be as precise as possible. Give month, day, and year if possible. If you don't know the day, give month and year. I certify that I, Joe Sample, have lived at this residence for three years, beginning on month/day/year. If the letter requires, include the names of the other people who reside with you. Also include how long they have lived with you if they have resided for a different length of time. This is important if you are verifying your child's address for a school district. Since this is an affidavit, you are swearing under oath that you are telling the truth. By placing an oath beneath the previous statements, you are certifying that they are accurate. In the process, you make yourself liable to perjury charges if found to be lying. I, Joe Sample, further certify that the above information is true and accurate. I realize that should any of this information be false, I am liable for any penalties which the law provides under civil or criminal codes. Two single-spaced lines below the last sentence in the affidavit, type "Sincerely," "Regards," or some other closing remark. Then, three or four lines below that type out your full name as it appeared at the start of the letter. Make sure the legal names are the same on all other legal documents, and on the supporting documents, to avoid complications. If you are going to sign and date the document now, you can do so in the lines between your typed name and the closing statement. If the document is to...

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Start with your legal name. Certify your address. State the length of time you've resided at the residence. Include any other residents. Type your oath. Follow with a closing phrase and your name. Sign and date the letter. Create a line for the notary's signature. Create a space for a landlord's signature. Take the document to the notary. Save a copy of the letter for your own records.


Since turmeric has been used as a skincare product for so long by so many people, it should be no surprise that there are countless recipes out there.  The following is a simple, basic, general use facial paste that may be a good choice if you’re new to turmeric skincare:  Add a few tablespoons of turmeric powder to a bowl (start with a smaller amount and mix up more if you need it). Add a bit of honey and enough full-fat yogurt or milk  to create a smooth paste when stirred.  Make it thin enough to apply to your skin easily but thick enough that it will stay in place. Use it as a 20-minute face mask or for topical application on problem areas, which can range from chapping to acne to age spots. If you’re trying to retain or restore your face’s youthful luster, try one of the many turmeric pastes that claim to give your skin some extra glow.  The following is a simple example:  In a bowl, mix 2 Tbsp chickpea flour (besan flour), ¼ tsp turmeric powder, 2 tsp raw honey, and enough yogurt, coconut milk, or water to form a smooth but dense paste. Apply it to your clean face with your clean fingers.  Let it dry for 10-15 minutes. Wipe and rinse your face clean and pat dry.  Apply moisturizer if desired. Turmeric has long been a staple of both cuisine and skincare in India.  To this day, many Indian brides swear by a turmeric beauty mask in the days leading up to the marriage ceremony.  The following recipe draws from common beauty mask recipes:  Mix 2 tsp of sandalwood powder, 2 tsp of turmeric powder, and one-half cup of chickpea flour (besan flour) in a bowl. Stir in a small amount of almond oil and/or ghee (clarified butter) and enough water to make a smooth, rich paste. Apply this facemask, leave it on until it dries, and then wipe and rinse it away completely. Turmeric skincare advocates have long championed its supposed anti-inflammatory properties, and modern science has started to uncover shreds of evidence that this may possibly be true.  Try the following simple recipe as a face mask or for topical...

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Whip up a basic face mask paste. Go for a “glowing skin” face mask. Try a traditional Indian beauty mask. Address skin inflammation with turmeric paste. Try the endless array of turmeric skin recipes. Buy turmeric skincare products.


Since vectors have magnitude and direction, they are likened to arrows with a tail and a head and a length. Vectors can be said to have a "beginning point" and an "end point". The "sharp point" of the arrow is the vector's head and the "base" of the arrow is the tail. When making a scale drawing of a vector, you must take care to measure and draw all angles accurately. Mis-drawn angles will lead to poor answers. This is referred to as joining your vectors "head to tail". If you are only adding two vectors, this is all you'll need to do before finding your resultant vector A+B. Vector B may need to be slid into position without altering its orientation, called parallel transport. Note that the order you join the vectors in is not important. Vector A + Vector B = Vector B + Vector A Subtracting vectors visually is fairly simple. Simply reverse the vector's direction but keep its magnitude the same and add it to your vector head to tail as you would normally. In other words, to subtract a vector, turn the vector 180o around and add it. Actually the order in which you join the vectors does not matter. This method can be used for any number of vectors. Draw a new vector from tail of the first vector to the head of the last. Whether you are adding/subtracting two vectors or a hundred, the vector stretching from the original starting point (the tail of your first vector) to end point of your final added vector (the head of your last vector) is the resultant vector, or the sum of all your vectors. Note that this vector is identical to the vector obtained by adding the x,y, and perhaps z components of all the vectors separately.  If you drew all of your vectors to scale, measuring all angles exactly, you can find the magnitude of the resultant vector by measuring its length. You can also measure the angle that the resultant makes with either a specified vector or the horizontal/vertical etc. to find its direction. If you didn't draw all vectors to scale, you probably need to calculate the magnitude of the resultant...

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Represent vectors visually by drawing them with a head and tail. To add 2 vectors, draw the second vector B so that its tail meets the head of the first A. To subtract, add the "negative" of the vector. If adding or subtracting more than two vectors, join all other vectors head-to-tail in sequence. To get the result: Represent your resultant vector via its magnitude and direction.


Since wind systems are tall, you may not be able to install the system in a residential area depending on your zoning requirements. Check with local building inspectors or your city’s homeowner’s association to see if you’re eligible for building a turbine. If zoning isn’t an issue, then you can build a turbine on your property. Many zoning ordinances have a height limit of about 35 feet (11 m), and many wind systems need to be 30 feet (9.1 m) higher than the tallest structure within 500 feet (150 m). Look online for wind speed maps or airport wind speed data to see what the average wind speed is in your area. If the average wind speeds are around 14 miles per hour (23 km/h), then a turbine might be an efficient way to generate electricity to power your home. If the wind speed is slower, then you may not get the turbine’s full effectiveness.  Wind speeds increase the higher above ground you are. Many airports measure their wind speed from about 30 feet (9.1 m) above ground, which is similar to the height of a residential turbine. Hire a professional who installs wind turbines to check the efficiency and wind speed of your property for you if you have trouble determining it yourself. Check with your electric company to find out how many kilowatt-hours your home used in the past year. Use the formula AEO = (0.01328)D2V3, where AEO is your annual energy output in kilowatt-hours per year, D is the diameter of the rotor in feet, and V is the annual average wind speed in miles per hour. Solve the formula for D and buy a turbine system with the correct size rotors.  For example, if you use 11,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity per year and the average annual wind speed is 20 miles per hour, your formula would be 11,000 = (0.01328)D2(15)3. If you solve for D, the diameter you need for your system is about 10 feet (3.0 m). Once you know what size turbine you need, purchase one from a reputable supplier. This company may also be able to supply you with other crucial parts (like the tower) and/or complete the...

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Check the zoning restrictions in your area for the maximum structure height. Opt for a turbine if the average wind speed is 14 mph (23 km/h) or more. Calculate the minimum diameter for the turbine blades to power your home. Place the turbine on a tower that’s 30 feet (9.1 m) taller than other structures. Hire an electrician to connect the turbine to your home’s power system.


Since yaws are easily transmitted through skin contact, it is best to let the people that live in your household get tested for yaws as well as take the treatment if they are infected. Treated areas which are previously endemic for yaws should be reexamined within 6 months and at intervals there after so that missed cases and their contacts can be treated. There is 100% cure rate among yaws patients in the early stages of this disease. Nevertheless, treatment cannot reverse or change the destructive or damaged changes in the late or tertiary stage of yaws. Here are the specifics:  Yaws lesions become non-contagious within 24 hours from the start of treatment. Joint pains resolve in 25 hours to 48 hours of treatment. Complete healing of the initial and secondary lesions occur within two weeks to four weeks from start of treatment. It begins by the organism entering the body through a skin defect such as a bite site, abrasion or scratch. After about 3 weeks a reddish, painless and itchy small swelling develops at the entry site. The primary lesion heals spontaneously after 3-6 months.  Yaws has an incubation period of 9 days to 90 days followed by the appearance of this primary papule, called the mother yaws.  The swelling then ulcerates with a honey-brown crust formation. The ulcer may enlarge in size to about 2–5 centimeter (0.8–2.0 in). The crust sloughs out to expose a reddish base. The discharge from the ulcer is rich in organisms rendering the patient highly infectious. There is a gap of 6-16 weeks between the primary and secondary stages. During this period the organisms spread via the blood to different parts of the body.  There are skin lesions similar to primary yaws but they are smaller in size (maximum 2cm). They tend to develop around the mouth, nose, axilla and anus. These lesions also ulcerate and discharge infectious fluid. They heal spontaneously within 6 months. There may be painful swelling of bone surfaces particularly hand and foot bones. After the secondary lesions heal, the patient...

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Consider examination and treatment for the people around you. Know how treatment progresses. Recognize the primary stage. Recognize the secondary stage. Recognize the latent stage. Recognize the tertiary stage.


Since yo-yos have been around for literally thousands of years (they've changed a bit since ancient Greece), a few different kinds have emerged that serve slightly different purposes:  Imperial yo-yos. This is your classic, circular shape. These are for "looping tricks" -- where the yo-yo isn't sleeping but routinely coming back to your hand as you make loops and circles with the string. Butterfly yo-yos. These are shaped just like their name -- larger on the outside, smaller on the inside (like wings). They're good for string tricks, where the yo-yoist creates intricate, woven webs with the string. Automatic yo-yos. Yomega quite a few years back started the craze of automatic yo-yos: ones that could "sleep" (stay on the bottom of the string, spinning) and "wake up" (come back to your hand) on their own. These are fine, but it's kind of like cheating. If you want to actually do your own tricks, you don't want an automatic yo-yo. Off-string yo-yos. They're literally that -- off the string. It's technically a yo-yo but it's more like an awesome grooved disc that bounces on a string as you manipulate. It's generally reserved for very serious, competitive yo-yoists.

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Since you are already at church, use that as a topic of conversation. Start simple by asking what he has read in the Bible. Tell him about some parts you know well. Ask him about what his church experience has been like so far.  If the boy is serious about church and his faith, he’ll find it attractive that you read the Bible and take it seriously, too. If both of you have been in church for a long time, or even a short time, use that as a point of conversation. You’ll each be able to tell your story about going to church. Find him before the sermon or Sunday school class starts, and sit by him. Whenever there are weekend parties, Bible studies, or trips, seek him out and spend time with him. Make the most of the fact that you are already part of a group with him.  Ask him if is attending upcoming events where you could hang out more. Say, “We have that water balloon fight this Friday. Are you going to it?” Follow up by talking to him there. If you see a seat open by him, go up and say, “Do you mind if I sit here? I need someone to help me pay closer attention.” It’s important to find a place to interact with him outside of church, but a one-on-one date may not be the best place to start. Get a group of friends together for a bonfire or game night and invite the boy you like to join you.  He will see you interact with other people, which is important. This also takes the pressure off of both of you because there are other people for you to hang out with. Tell him to bring one or two of his friends, and invite a couple of your friends, too. This way you will both have some people you know, and you’ll meet each other’s friends. Say, “Jimi, a few of us are going to J. Gumbo’s to grab some lunch after church. Do you want to bring a couple of friends and join us?”

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Talk to him about the Bible and your faith at church. Hang out with him whenever you are at church events. Invite him to join you at a get together or group date.


Since you are drawing a cartoon girl, keep the face narrow and feminine During this phase, keep in mind the proportions of a face. For example, a face is generally five eyes wide. That being said, you can also manipulate proportions to reflect the girl's character traits. If the character is innocent, this can be reflected in giving her large eyes. Clothes are another opportunity to show character traits, occupation, and time period. For example, an edgy, 21st-century  teen isn't going to wear the attire of a 15th-century monk.  To trace the outline make sure to use a pen that will not smear while the sketch is being erased or the drawing colored.  Keep in mind, there is more visual interest if colored  Try to limit your color pallet in order to not give the viewer a headache. If there are too many highly saturated colors, the viewer will not know where to look and may think your art is tacky.

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Sketch a round shape to start drawing the head. Sketch the shape of the cheek by adding a point at the bottom. Sketch the eyes, nose, and mouth. Sketch the details for the eyes, face, hair, and clothes. Refine the sketch. Draw the outline over the sketch to finalize the artwork. Erase and remove the sketch marks. Add color if desired.


Since you are going to be working on the pixel level, the image size doesn't need to be big. The entire screen in the original Super Mario Bros. game is only 256 x 224 pixels. Mario himself is only 12 x 16 pixels! Since you're going to be working with individual pixels, you'll want to zoom very far in so that you can see the grid and where each individual pixel is placed. You may need to zoom in over 800% to clearly see the pixels in the grid. This may seem like a simple concept, but if the line is even one pixel off in the middle it will be noticeable. Practice drawing straight lines with your mouse or stylus so you don't have to switch to the line tool every time. Curves should occur with regular breaks in the pixel line. For example, a good curve would start with a six-pixel break, followed by a three-pixel break, followed by a two-pixel break, followed by one-pixel breaks. The breaks would then reverse to make the other end of the curve. A bad curve would start with a three-pixel break, followed by a one-pixel break, followed by a three pixel break, or any other odd progression. Like the Pencil tool, you'll want to set the eraser to erase one pixel at a time. If the eraser is too large, it will be difficult to erase pixels with precision.

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Create a new image. Zoom in. Practice drawing a straight line. Practice drawing curved lines. Use the Erase tool to fix mistakes.


Since you are sending an envelope from Great Britain to an international recipient, you should still position the address per Great Britain's requirements.  This means that the address should be positioned in the bottom left corner on the front of the envelope.  When positioning the first line, be sure to plan ahead so that you leave enough room for the several lines of text, including a line for the country.  You should also plan to leave a margin of about 1/2 an inch (1.3 cm) around the entire address. While some countries prefer that the address is centered, both in placement on the envelope and the alignment of the text, you still want to stick with Great Britain's conventions for formatting.  In Great Britain the correct format is for all of the address lines to be aligned against the left address margin. International mail has a long journey, so you want to make sure the address remains clear in order for it to be processed properly.  When handwriting the address, use a pen with permanent ink in a color that is clear against the color of the envelope.  Do not use pencil or anything that could be easily smudged or rubbed off during processing.  If you are printing an address label, choose a font that is easy to read and use a color that stands out against the label.  For both handwritten and printed addresses, size the text so it can be ready easily, with a text size comparable to a font size of 10 - 15. Be sure to include their first name and surname, spelling each correctly.  Because it is international mail you should include a title with the name even for close friends and family members.  If you are sending the envelope to a person at a specific organization, you should include the name of the organization in a separate line underneath their name.  Some country-specific things to remember when writing out the name:  Remember some countries use alternative titles (e.g., Herr or M. vs. Mr., Sra or Mme vs. Mrs., Mlle vs. Miss, etc.). When addressing mail to France or Monaco, write the recipient's...

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Position the address correctly on the envelope. Left align all address elements. Use good penmanship and indelible ink. Write the name of the recipient on the first line. On the next line write the property number and street name. Include the name of the locality and the postcode on the next line(s). Write the country name as the last line. Include a return address. Include the appropriate postage.


Since you can't (and don't need to) remember everything, you should prioritize your mental space and use shortcuts to help you remember things you don't need to memorize. Writing things down is an important way to ensure that you don't miss appointments, forget medications, or other important things that you can't risk forgetting.  Try keeping Post-it notes or a white board in the office with daily tasks and reminders.  Use a calendar or planner to keep track of important upcoming events and deadlines, and keep a running shopping list to take to the grocery store. Repeating things you are told can help to fire pathways in your brain to ensure that you can remember it better later.  When you meet someone new and they introduce themselves, repeat their name right then, and again at the end of the conversation. You can do it casually: in the beginning of the conversation, say, "It's so nice to meet you, John." Repeat again at the end of your conversation, "It was great talking to you, John." Repeat important instructions from your doctor, and if needed, write them down to ensure you remember accurately. By learning to calm your mind and focus your attention, you can improve your mental clarity which has positive effects on your memory and attention span.  In one study, participants who practiced mindfulness for 20-30 minutes daily scored better on standardized memory tests than those who took a nutrition class. Mindfulness is a meditative practice that involves sitting and breathing slowly while focusing on physical sensations such as your breath moving in and out. Try to meditate twice a day for 10-20 minutes at a time.

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Write things down. Repeat important details. Meditate or practice yoga.


Since you copied the pictures into the Pictures folder, you should be able to view them by tapping the Pictures folder.

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Since you don’t have a lot of time, focus on the bits that you think will most likely be on the test or that will get you the most points. Read the bolded words in the text and their definitions. If there aren’t any bolded words, then skim for other important information to review – dates, events, etc. If you are taking a math test, review the formulas during your skimming session. Make sure you understand how to solve problems using the formulas. For definitions or math formulas, flash cards are a great way to review. Flip through them as quickly as possible and try to say the definitions or complete the formulae without looking at the back. Repeating information out loud is very helpful for remembering it. If you made flash cards, repeat the information on them out loud, since you will most likely not be able to use them during the test. This is a great way to get you focused on what you need to remember for the test. Keep in mind the big points that are covered in the questions, and write them down. If your teacher has given you a study guide, this is great news! Read it carefully. If you have time, read it again. And again. If it is a study guide with questions, hopefully you already answered the questions. Most likely, the material in the study guide is what will be on the test. Whether using the chapter review questions or a study guide, try focusing on the most important questions and repeating the answers to yourself quickly. A good last minute memorization technique is to use one of these devices for the answers of your review questions. Musically inclined students may find it helpful to make up a rhyme or song to memorize information. A mnemonic device is any memory association tool you use to help yourself remember something; the most common kind is a name mnemonic such as ROY G BIV for the colors of the rainbow (Red Orange Yellow Green Blue Indigo Violet) Depending on the subject, make a quick list of important dates, characters, plot points, or formulae. Anything that you can take from memory...

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Choose the information you’ll speed-read carefully. Memorize from flash cards if you have them. Say the skimmed information out loud. Flip to the back of the chapter or packet and read the review questions. Read the study guide. Repeat your notes to yourself. Make up rhymes, songs, or mnemonics. Make a list of important details.


Since you know you have at least your class in common, that’s a great way to start getting to know each other — by talking about the work, the teacher, your classmates, etc. But over time, you want to get to know other parts of each other, too, so talk about things that have nothing to do with class, or even school. Don’t try to hard to be “cool.” What you think looks “cool” might come off as distant or condescending. It’s much easier for a girl to talk to a guy who’s just being himself — open and honest.  Smile and laugh easily — girls love guys who enjoy themselves. Face your body toward her when you’re speaking to her. Don’t be afraid to make eye contact with her when you’re talking. Once you’ve broken the ice, you want to get to know each other. Try to find out what she’s interested in. Ask what her favorite classes are, whether she does any after-school activities, and what she likes to do in her spare time.  Try to steer conversations toward topics that interest her. This will make her look forward to talking to you, since she’ll know you enjoy listening to her talk about something she loves. You want her to get to know you, too, so talk about the things that are important to you. If you just let her talk about herself all the time, then eventually, you’ll stop liking her because you’ll feel like the friendship is all about her. It’s important to maintain a balance, so you’re both sharing parts of your life with each other equally.  Be open and honest. Don’t just talk about the things you think she wants to hear about — talk about the things that are actually important to you. Use your discretion. There are some things that you shouldn’t talk about with someone you don’t know very well, so start with topics that are harmless and light. Try to keep a balance between how much you talk and how much she talks. The best way to spend time with someone is to have friends in common with her. Hanging out in a group with mutual friends will be less nerve-wracking than talking to each other one-on-one, and you’ll...

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Move the conversation away from the classroom. Have a friendly, approachable demeanor. Find out what she’s interested in. Share your interests with her. Get to know her friends.


Since you will be using essential oils on your body and around your home, it is in your best interest to select high quality essential oils. There is no standard of quality that all essential oil companies must abide by, so you will have to consider several things before you buy an essential oil.  Have you heard of the company and/or used their products before? Only purchase essential oils from reputable companies. Is the price of the essential oil comparable to other similar products or much cheaper? Be wary of cheap essential oils because they may not be pure. Does the bottle list the Latin name for the plants used to make the essential oil and/or the country of origin? These details indicate that the company caters to knowledgeable consumers and is therefore more trustworthy. Does the packaging have a statement about purity? Look for products that contain 100% essential oil and steer clear of ones that contain less or that do not provide a percentage. How does the product smell? If the product does not smell like you expect it to smell, then it might not be a quality product. Does the packaging include a statement about organic growing practices or “wildcrafting”? If not, then the plants used to make the oil may have been mass produced and/or sprayed with pesticides, so you may want to avoid these products. Some essential oil producers offer multiple types of the same essential oil. These different types, or chemotypes, feature slight variations in the scent because of the climate, soil, environment, and other factors. The benefit of choosing a specific chemotype of an essential oil is that you can customize your dilutions. For example, basil has two primary chemotypes: sweet basil oil and Reunion basil oil. Sweet basil oil has a sweeter aroma while Reunion basil oil has more of a woody aroma. Essential oils degrade more quickly when exposed to light and heat. Make sure that the product you purchase is packaged in a dark (usually brown) glass container and that it is well sealed. Avoid purchasing essential...

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Consider the quality of essential oils before you purchase. Consider the essential oil’s chemotype before purchasing. Consider the packaging.


Since you will now need to wrap your own thumb, hold the injured hand with the palm facing upward. Use a crepe bandage, or at most an ACE bandage (which can be purchased at a pharmacy), and scissors. Put the end of the bandage against the underside of the wrist of the injured hand, at the hollow where you would take your pulse. Then wrap the back of your hand and your pinkie finger with the other end of the bandage. Pull the bandage over the thumb using your uninjured hand. You can also try adhesive sports tape, but this may irritate the skin and make it harder to remove. Start by wrapping the wrist in a comfortable, not too tight loop, going around the wrist two times. Make sure you are not cutting off your circulation with the anchor. Your hand and/or fingers will tingle, feel cooler to the touch and start to turn blue if the wrap is too tight. Start with the end of the bandage at the inside of your wrist, at the hollow where you would take a pulse. From that point, wrap the bandage around the heel of your thumb and across the back of your hand and diagonally across toward the tip of your pinky finger. Wrap around all four fingers, then bring the bandage back behind the fingers and cross it diagonally along the back of the hand. The wrap should end at the side of the hand below the pinkie finger. Wrap the bandage around the wrist again and then make the same loop across the back of the hand to the pinky, around the fingers, and back down across the back of the hand again. Wrap the bandage around thumb and anchor it in place to the diagonal strip of bandage going across the back of your hand. Do not wrap it so tightly that it begins to cut off circulation. Move the bandage slightly up your thumb with each wrap, overlapping the bandage. The farther up your thumb you wrap, the greater the support. When the thumb is sufficiently wrapped, cross the bandage over the back of the hand and down to the wrist. You can cut off any excess wrap. You can do this by pinching the nail on your thumb for two seconds. Look at...

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Gather your supplies. Anchor the wrist. Wrap across the back of the hand and fingers. Wrap the wrist and repeat the first loop. Attach the end of the bandage to the diagonal strip across your palm. Wrap the bandage around your thumb from one diagonal strip to the other. Check the circulation of the affected thumb. Secure the bandage at the wrist.


Since you won't be able to see underwater nearly as well as you would with goggles on, have a look around before you go under the surface. If in a pool, know how close you are to which walls and how close you are to anyone else swimming alongside you. If swimming in fresh water, know your orientation and which directions lead to shallow or deeper water. Before you submerge, have your eyes closed and take a big breath. Be sure wherever you're thinking of swimming is somewhere you can get to on one breath if you'd like to remain underwater the entire time. Otherwise you'll need to come up for air. To avoid running into anything or anybody, know the direction you'd like to go before heading underwater. Keep in that direction as best as you can until you reach your destination. Be sure when you swim that both sides of your body are in sync to avoid drifting to the left or right. Provided you want to stay underwater, be sure to always push yourself slightly down with each stroke to counter-act your own buoyancy. Use this as well to know how close you might be to the surface. Stick an arm up at any point towards the surface, and if your arm reaches air, you may need to go down a bit. Unless it's a particularly short distance, you'll probably need to surface and catch your breath. Try and notice how far you've swum and if you've veered from your desired path at all. Take a moment to readjust before submerging again. If they know where they're going, ask if they wouldn't mind if you held on (lightly) to their ankle or reached out in front of you from time to time to check your bearings. This is helpful if you're especially concerned of becoming disoriented or running into something on your way to where you're going. Know that at any moment you could return to the surface and continue breathing normally. If you run into anybody, don't worry; apologize and make reference to your lack of goggles when you were swimming underwater.

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Look around. Close your eyes and hold your breath. Try to swim in a straight line. Keep hands and legs moving to stay submerged. Come up to breathe and regain bearings. Swim behind someone with goggles. Be calm.


Since you'll be using the external hard drive to back up your entire Mac hard drive, the drive should be bigger than your Mac's drive (e.g., if the Mac's drive is 256 GB, get at least a 500 GB external drive).  It's often not much more expensive to buy a 1 terabyte (1024 gigabyte) external hard drive than it is to buy a 500 gigabyte external hard drive, so consider spending the extra $20 or so to get more storage. You'll generally want to buy an external hard drive that both has enough space for you and comes from a reliable manufacturer such as Western Digital or Seagate. Attach the USB end of the hard drive's cable to one of your Mac's USB ports, then attach the other end to the hard drive. Most modern Macs have USB-C (also known as Thunderbolt) ports rather than traditional USB 3.0 ports. If this is the case for you, you may need to buy a USB 3.0 to USB-C adapter for your Mac before you can attach your external hard drive. . Formatting allows the hard drive to work on your Mac's operating system; failing to format the drive means that you won't be able to use it. Make sure to select Mac OS Extended (Journaled) as the File System value. . FileVault makes it impossible to clone your Mac's hard drive, so you'll need to disable FileVault if you ever had it enabled. Click the Apple menu, click Restart... in the drop-down menu, and click Restart Now when prompted. Your Mac will begin to restart. You'll need to do this immediately after clicking Restart Now and hold them until the recovery screen appears. It resembles a spinning globe. Once the icon appears, you can release the ⌘ Command and R keys. Your Mac will continue loading the Recovery screen; when it finishes, you can proceed to the next part.

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Buy an external hard drive. Plug your external hard drive into your Mac. Format your external hard drive Turn off FileVault Prompt your Mac to restart. Press and hold ⌘ Command+R. Wait for the Recovery icon to appear.


Since you're adding this bow to a wreath, pick out ribbon that will contrast with the deep evergreen color of the foliage. Red, silver, and gold ribbon all work well for this purpose. Cut a length at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) long. Use a little more florist twine to attach the bow to the bottom of your wreath.

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Pick out bright ribbon. Affix the bow to your wreath.


Since you've been working on your script for a long period of time, save the file and focus on something else for a few weeks. That way, when you come back to edit it, you'll be able to look at it with fresh eyes. Start work on another script while you wait if you want to keep working on other ideas. Open your script and read it from start to end. Look for places where the story is the confusing or where characters are doing things without moving the story forward. Write your notes down by hand so you can remember them better. Try to read your script out loud and don't be afraid to act out parts based on how you think they should be performed. That way, you can catch dialogue or wording that doesn't work as well. Ask a friend or parent to look over your script to see what they think. Tell them what sort of feedback you're looking for so they know what to focus on. Ask them questions when they're finished about whether parts make sense or not. Work on story and character revisions first to fix larger problems in your script. As you work through each revision, work from larger problems, such as dialogue or confusing action sequences, to minor problems, such as grammar and spelling.  Start each draft in a new document so you can cut and paste parts you like from your old script into the new one. Don't get too nit-picky with yourself or you'll never finish the script you're working on.

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Take a 1-2 week break from your script when you finish it. Reread your entire script and take notes on what doesn't make sense. Share your script with someone you trust so they can look over it. Keep rewriting the script until you're happy with it.


Since your avocado is open and vulnerable to the world, keep it from turning brown and too mushy with an acidic agent like lemon juice. You want it to ripen, not ruin. Place the two halves back together and wrap it in plastic wrap as if it were whole. Place it in the refrigerator. If you don't have plastic wrap, use an airtight, resealable container. The length of time it needs to ripen all depends on how far along your avocado was in the process. Take it out and prod it -- when it becomes soft and seems edible, give it a taste test. If it's not quite there, put it back in.

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Sprinkle your cut avocado with lemon or lime juice. Cover it in clear plastic wrap. Monitor it for ripeness.


Since your corporate profile should include the company name and address, you can use this as a header. Consider using an eye-catching logo instead of simple type to make your profile more interesting right away. The purpose of the profile is to give readers a brief overview of the type of business your company conducts. Briefly explain what your business is all about. Do you sell beer? Do you manufacture children's toys? Make sure it's clear. Specifically, you should include whether the company is private, public, or a partnership. Explain whether there is a board of directors, an executive staff, or officers who make the major decisions. This information can usually be summed up in one sentence. Your mission statement should tell readers your vision for the company's future as well as the strategies you are using to achieve those goals. Your mission statement should also include a brief discussion of your target demographic and financial data, including mergers and acquisitions and relationships with investors and shareholders. Show readers how your company has evolved by providing a brief chronological history. Include how the company began and the changes and developments that brought the business to where it is today. It's okay to brag a little in your corporate profile. Mention important partnerships, success stories and benchmarks. Explain how the corporation gives back to the community or sponsors nonprofit groups and schools. If your business was recently recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in your region, you want people to know! Part of the corporate profile should be about the people who make the business run. Briefly discuss your highly trained staff and what you do to keep morale and standards high. Include information about corporate policies regarding the environment, public relations, health and safety, unions, and labor and human rights. Consumers, analysts and members of the media will likely do a little research to confirm what they read. If you include inaccurate or...

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Start with the company name and address as a header. Include a paragraph listing your products and brand names. Include information on the corporate structure. Craft a powerful mission statement. Present your company's history. Call attention to important achievements and milestones. Talk about the company culture. Keep your corporate profile honest and accurate.


Since your mouth may have stitches or an open wound, it requires special cleaning for the first few days. Do not brush your teeth, floss, or use mouthwash, or rinse your mouth out in any way for 24 hours. After that, follow this routine:  If you have stitches and the gum covers the extraction site completely, then you can start brushing your teeth gently after 12 hours. Just make sure that you avoid the extraction area. Rinse your mouth gently, without too much pressure, with saltwater every two hours and after every meal. Brush your teeth gently, being careful not to touch the wound. Floss your teeth carefully without going near the wound. Let your body's energy focus on healing, rather than other activities. In the first few days after getting surgery your mouth may be swollen and painful, so it shouldn't be difficult to take a few days off of work and school to allow yourself to rest.  Don't do a lot of talking. Let your mouth be still as the sockets begin to form a scab and the swelling goes down. Don't do unnecessary exercise. Lie or sit on your sofa for the first 24 hours, then do light walking for the next few days. Avoid touching the area of the extraction and also try not to sleep on that side for two to three days. Drink plenty of cool water after the surgery, but stay away from beverages that might interfere with the healing process. That means avoiding the following drinks:  Coffee, soda, and other drinks that contain caffeine. Wine, beer, liquor, and other drinks that contain alcohol. Soda, diet soda, and other drinks that are carbonated. Hot tea, hot water, and other drinks that are warm or hot, since these can loosen the scab that is forming over the socket. Don't use a straw when drinking liquids. The sucking motion puts stress on the wound, and can cause the scab not to form. Chewing tough foods is a sure way to break up the scab that is protecting your fragile nerves from exposure. Eat mashed potatoes, soup, applesauce, yogurt, and other soft food for the first couple of days. Graduate to...

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Clean your mouth. Get plenty of rest. Avoid beverages other than water. Eat soft foods. Avoid smoking for as long as possible.


Since your pectoral muscles are directly beneath your boobs, any increase in their size will make your breasts appear larger. Push-ups are a classic chest exercise, and target your pectorals while strengthening the rest of your body. Do planks. Lay on your stomach, then prop yourself up on your forearms. Hold this pose for as long as you can, aiming for longer times each time you exercise. This exercise will improve your chest strength while working your whole body. Do dips using two chairs. Place them on carpet so they don't slide, facing each other. Then kneel between them with your palms on the seats, holding your weight with just your arms. Tuck in your legs and lower yourself, then raise back up to the starting position. Repeat, adding more repetitions as you get stronger. Flexible plans will allow you to learn a moves over a couple of sessions and then continue to practice them on your own. The better your posture, the more your chest will be pushed up and out. Work to strengthen your back muscles so that good posture is comfortable, and then consciously correct yourself when you feel yourself begin to slouch.

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Do exercises to target your pectoral muscles. Do simple workouts three times a week at home with just your body weight. Consider hiring a personal trainer. Practice good posture.


Since your puppy is bound to feel a lot of separation anxiety at first, it's a good idea to put their latched crate inside your bedroom or just outside the door for the first few nights.  It's tempting to put them far away from you where you won't hear their whining, but this will only make the transition harder for your puppy. They're far more likely to settle down if they're somewhere where they can see you. You can gradually move your puppy's crate further away if you prefer them to sleep elsewhere in the house. However, it's a good idea to keep your puppy within earshot until you know that they can make it through the night without having to go to the bathroom. It's very likely that your puppy will whine when you first close the door of their crate. They might continue for a long time while you try to go to sleep. Even though they're impossible to tune out, it's important that you do not respond to their cries.  If you respond to their cries, you are teaching them that whining behavior will get them what they want. This can lead to serious issues down the road, not just with their sleeping. Do not punish your puppy for whining. If you scold your puppy, you are still teaching them that whining will get a response from you. You do not want to give them any response. Puppies learn from consistency. Resist any urges to “make exceptions” for one night. Wear ear plugs, close the door, or turn on white noise to help you ignore the puppy. No dog likes to pee where they sleep, and puppies have very small bladders. If your puppy starts suddenly whining in the middle of the night, they likely have to be let out for a bathroom break.  Take your puppy out for a 3-4 minute walk and then put them back in their crate and close the door. Puppies are generally not able to “hold it” through a full night until they reach four or more months of age.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Position the crate near to you at first. Ignore their pre-sleep whining. Respond to cries to be let out.


Since your vagina is located near your anus, it’s important to wipe front to back after urinating or defecating. Fold a 12 in (30 cm) piece of toilet paper several times to create a small rolled up piece. Press the toilet paper between your labia near where your urethra ends. Wipe back towards your anus and over it, if needed, and then discard the toilet paper. Repeat as needed until your vagina and anus are clean.  Use soft, white, unscented toilet paper that does not contain dyes or other irritating chemicals. Even after urination, wiping from front to back will help to keep bacteria and fecal matter away from your vagina. with mild soap and warm water only. Avoid washing out the inside of your vagina. Wet the outside with warm (not hot) running water. Then, apply a small amount of mild soap to your vagina to cleanse it. Rinse away the soap completely, and then use your fingers to spread the vaginal lips apart. Let warm water flow over your vagina to cleanse between your labia and over your clitoris. After you’re finished washing, dry off with a clean, dry towel.  Don’t use any soaps with perfumes or dyes in them. Stick with a mild, unscented soap or a feminine wash. Don’t scrub your vagina. You can use a clean washcloth to wash the outside of it, but be gentle. Never reuse the same towel again after using it to dry off your vagina. Bodily fluids and residue from condoms and other intimate products can cause infection, irritation, and odors. Take a shower after having sex and wash your vagina as you normally would. Apply mild soap and rinse it with warm water. Then, allow the warm water to run over your vagina as you hold the labia apart with your fingers. Dry off with a clean dry towel. Your vagina is self-cleaning because of the fluids it secretes, so there’s no need to clean the inside of it or use scented products on it. These products can upset the delicate balance of bacteria in your vagina and cause irritation. If you’ve noticed an unusual smell that bothers you, see your gynecologist to find out if...

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Wipe your vagina from front to back whenever you use the restroom. Wash the outer parts of your vagina Wash your vaginal area after sexual intercourse. Avoid using douches, scented vaginal wipes, and deodorants. Change your pad or tampon every 4 to 6 hours during your period.


Since you’ll be loosening debris, applying mud, and generally making a mess while you’re repairing your ceiling crack, it’s smart to put down a large sheet of plastic beforehand. This way, once you’re done fixing the crack, you can just throw away the sheet of plastic and not have to worry about cleaning your floors. You can also remove cloth or fabric-covered furniture from the room since it will be difficult to clean paint and dust off of it. An A-frame will provide stability as you stand on it to reach your ceiling. Make sure that all four legs are stable and flat on the floor before you climb up, and avoid making sudden movements while you’re on the ladder. If your ladder has a fold-out section across from the top rung, you can use this to hold your tape, mud, and other repair supplies.  A-frame ladders should be available for purchase at a local hardware store or home-supply store. A 6- or 8-foot (1.8-2.4 m) ladder will be most useful. If you have a low ceiling, you could feasibly use a step-ladder to fix the crack. The disadvantage, though, would be that you’ll be more precariously balanced on top of the step-ladder, and won’t have a way to set your patching materials within reach. Position your 6-inch (15 cm) drywall knife at about a 15° angle against the ceiling near the crack. Slide it up under any loose, unattached pieces of drywall paper that are torn near the crack. Use the knife to slice these off, being careful not to damage the drywall beneath. Drywall knives will be available at any hardware store, paint shop, or home-supply store. Many sizes will be available, although the 6-inch (15 cm) is typically most effective. This tape will be adhesive, so it will stick firmly to your ceiling. Use long strips of tape to cover the entire crack. In fact, depending on the length of the crack, you may be able to cover the entire thing using one strip of tape. Position the tape so it’s centered directly over the crack, and press it firmly onto the ceiling. Do not apply more than a single layer of tape.  Go...

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Put a sheet of plastic down under the crack. Set up an A-frame ladder. Scrape away loose material with a drywall knife. Apply mesh drywall tape directly over the crack.


Since you’ll be out during the day, it’s important to protect your skin from any negative sun exposure. And if you don’t like the way sunscreen looks or feels – don’t worry. You have other options.  Use a moisturizer with built-in sunscreen. Use a powder sunscreen. You can easily reapply it throughout the day without ruining your makeup. You’re busy during the day – you don’t have time to rush around touching up your makeup or fixing your hair. Keep experimenting with different makeup routines and hairstyles until you find looks that are easy to execute and that make you feel great.  Remember, makeup shouldn’t hide who you are, it should enhance it. It’s also completely okay to go without makeup. Do what feels comfortable to you. Do your hair at night so you don't have to style it morning of. Keep your beauty products organized to help streamline your morning routine. Look for products that can do more than one thing - search for tints that work on both cheeks and lips and an eye shadow stick that also doubles as a liner.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Wear sunscreen. Find an efficient routine.


Since you’ll be shooting the northern lights at night, you’ll need a camera that allows you to manually adjust the different settings. An automatic camera won’t be able to adjust in the dark, so make sure your camera has a manual setting or your photos won’t turn out.  If you’re not sure if your camera has manual mode, check the settings wheel on the outside of the camera. If one of the settings is a letter “M,” then your camera has manual mode. If you’re still not sure, check the owner’s manual that came with your camera. Don't forget to bring extra batteries for your camera. Wide-angle camera lenses let you capture a wider view of what you’re photographing. The northern lights take up a large portion of the sky, so if you want to capture the surrounding landscape in your photos, you’ll need a wide-angle lens on your camera. Because you’ll need a longer shutter time to take photos of the northern lights, your camera will need to stay perfectly still or the photos will turn out blurry. A tripod will prevent your camera from shaking during your photo shoot. Any tripod will work, as long as it’s steady and tall enough for you to work with. You’ll be photographing the northern lights at night when there are freezing temperatures. Wear multiple layers under your jacket, thermal underwear and socks, a scarf, and a winter hat. Pack a pair of thin gloves to wear for when you’re adjusting your camera settings, and a thick pair of gloves to wear over them when you’re not working with your camera.

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Bring a camera that has a manual mode. Take a wide-angle camera lens with you. Pack a tripod to mount your camera on. Bring warm clothes.


Since you’ll be wearing the pad all night time, get a heavier, more absorptive pad for sleeping. Look for pads marked as “overnight” or “sleeping” pads. instead of sanitary pads. While sanitary pads might be cheaper, they usually don’t work as well for incontinence. Make sure that you’re getting pads that are marked as incontinence pads. While many brands use terms like “Super” or “Plus,” there is no standard for how much a pad can absorb. If you’re going through pads quickly, try buying a different brand to see if they work better.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Use heavier pads overnight. Buy incontinence pads Try a different brand if your current brand isn’t working.


Since you’ll be working with a razor-sharp utility knife, a pair of protective work gloves is a must. Consider strapping on some cushioned knee pads to spare your joints unnecessary discomfort while kneeling for long stretches. To prevent possible injury, avoid handling the utility knife while you’re not wearing gloves. There’s a chance that the utility knife could scar the flooring beneath the mats once it clears the thick rubber. For this reason, it’s a good idea to set up your materials in an area where minor damage won’t be noticeable, like a basement or garage floor. If you don’t have a surface that’s ideal for cutting, you can also protect your subfloor with a layer of cardboard or plywood. Extend a tape measure across the floorspace lengthwise, then widthwise. Multiply the two numbers together to find the square footage of the area. You can reference this number against the dimensions of the rubber flooring to determine how much material you’ll need to remove.  Be sure to write down the necessary measurements so you don’t forget them. The size of each individual mat should be clearly indicated on the packaging. Drag a graphite pencil or piece of chalk lightly over the surface of the mat. This will make it easier to see where you’ll be cutting. A visual guide will also allow you to get on your mark again quickly should you happen to lose your progress.  Using a straight edge when tracing out your measurements will result in straighter, more precise lines. The chalk or pencil markings should wash away without difficulty once your project is complete.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Equip yourself with the proper safety gear. Select an appropriate surface to do your cutting. Measure the area where you’ll be installing the mat. Mark the specified dimensions on the mat.


Since you’ve put in time to complete homework for a grade or not, you might as well use it as a study guide. Most of the time, the key points that’ll be on the test will also be in the homework. You’ve likely completed several problems that’ll be on the test. You’ve likely completed diagrams that you’ll have to do on the test again. Don’t just throw away your homework. Use it to your advantage. Don’t put it off to the last minute. Your brain will learn and retain information better if it is constantly exposed to it. Cramming helps in the short-term, but you won’t remember the information very well for later assignments. One of the greatest pieces of advice concerning tests is that if you can teach someone else the material, then you know it well enough. So join a study group. Or ask friends and family members to study with you. They’ll be able to ask questions that you might not think about. Then when you are forced to answer them, you’ll either explain them in a way that makes you understand the material better or you’ll look up the answer. Either way, it makes for more efficient studying. When you are studying and when you are actually taking the test, be sure to relax. Even if you haven’t studied at all or enough, you won’t be able to concentrate if you freak out. If you have studied, chances are you’ll do much better if you can think with a clear head. This may seem like the easiest way to get good grades, but most likely the risks associated with getting the materials ahead of time or looking off of another’s paper will far outweigh the rewards, if you get caught.

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Use your homework to study for tests. Take time to study. Study with others. Remember to relax. Don’t cheat.


Sincerely apologize for your wrongdoings. Feelings of guilt aside, seeing how painful this process is for your partner should be motivation enough to admit your errors. Science has show that those who are willing to offer up a mea culpa are also generally happier people. A heartfelt apology usually includes a statement that not only acknowledges your error, but also shows remorse for injuring the other person. Confessing aloud that you've wounded your spouse shows them their feelings matter too. If you're still at a loss for words in saying you're sorry, here are a few suggestions:  "I'm so sorry I lied to you. You did not deserve to be treated that way." "This was all my fault. I apologize for hurting you." "Lying was wrong and I'm sorry I violated your trust." If you’re committed to making the relationship right again, suggest a joint therapist visit. Dealing with the fallout of infidelity can be a long and messy process. A trained counselor might be able to help you and your partner put the pieces back together. It will take a long time to rebuild trust. Being completely truthful with your partner from this point forward, however, shows that you're willing to work hard to make your relationship work. You may need to agree to some terms that will help your partner to trust you again. For example, you might agree to check in more often when you are out or to allow your partner to have access to your phone, email, and social media accounts. Therapists emphasize that in order for a relationship to truly heal after an affair, it requires sharing insights and feelings with your partner. Take time to understand your motivations for seeking extramarital companionship and then share what you've learned with your spouse. Some useful questions to ask of yourself include:  "Was I feeling lonely?" "If so, why?" "Why did I choose that person over my spouse?" "What feelings did I have for my former lover?" While 70% of couples will go on to work on the relationship and try to stay together, some couples will not stay...

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Own up to your mistakes. Explain why you're sorry. Suggest couples’ counseling. Commit to total honesty. Share your feelings with your spouse. Expect rejection.


Sing all the time to exercise your voice and keep it strong. Practice singing a variety of songs with different tones and ranges. The goal is to get as much practice in as many different areas as possible. Sing in your room, in the shower, in the car, with friends. Finding a good vocal coach is probably one of the most important things you can do to further your music career. Even people who naturally have an amazing singing voice can benefit from professional lessons. Singing lessons teach you more than just how to sound good, they also help you to:  Use proper breathing techniques Stay in key while under pressure Clearly enunciate and articulate your words Access a wider vocal range without straining Build your confidence The goal here is to discover what makes you stand out from everyone else. You may have to experiment to find your own voice and what sets you apart from everyone else.  If you have the ability to alternate between alto and soprano, use that skill to show off how your talent spans a wide vocal range. Maybe you have a raspy voice and a gritty vocal style that works great for soul music.  Playing an instrument like the guitar or piano can also set you apart and help you stand out. Once you feel confident in the strength of your voice, take the next step to showing it off to strangers. It’s typically much easier to sing to yourself or in front of friends and family who care about you. Singing in front of a group of strangers takes a lot more courage! Sing karaoke at a local spot or join a school or church choir. While these types of performances are “safe” because they are done for fun or with a group for a good cause, they are still a good starting point for putting yourself out there. After you’ve nailed stage performances, branch out and try something new. Try being a guest singer with a local band or singing on the patio at a restaurant. Singing at any sort of venue that is new or different for you will help.  You may not get paid when you are first starting out, but you will probably be...

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Practice, practice, practice. Take singing lessons online or in private to improve your vocal skills. Find something unique about yourself and develop your own style. Sing on a stage to get familiar with performing in front of people. Perform in places that take you out of your comfort zone. Have a go-to song that you nail every time. Practice singing a variety of cover songs.


Sing ascending and descending scales. Feel your voice resonate: when do you feel it in your chest, and when do you feel it in your head? You will feel higher notes in your head, and lower notes in your chest. The notes that prompt you to switch from head to chest and vice versa are called your register break. Sing until you are sure which notes prompt you to switch. This will vary depending on how high or low your individual voice is. Sing the scales again, and try to sing across the break in your register (to avoid the clunk at the break-over point in your voicing). To do this, focus on maintaining the feeling of singing low notes from your chest as the notes begin to rise higher and shift (suddenly) into your head voice. If this feels strange, add your nasal voice to mix with chest voice by singing "ng" (like "ing"), by pronouncing the "g" as "gah" to find and learn this transition. Do scales pronouncing "nnga". Notice holding the "nnn" sound in "ng" is felt in the head/nasal voice area but "ng" blends immediately into the chest voice "ga" felt in the lower/chest-throat area.  Your nasal tone should sound like a fire truck or even like a baby crying, which may seem odd, but it will strengthen your ability to bridge the break point. As your ability to sing in mixed voice improves, the nasal tone can eventually give way to a blended, pleasant tone by listening to yourself to notice how it sounds. So you culture/cultivate your voice by practicing your blending so your voice is not either head or chest but a blended voice much of the time.  Modify your vowels. Vowels work differently in head and chest voices. If you try to force your vowels to remain consistent across your register break, you will not achieve middle voice. Sing elongated vowels gently across your break, and notice where they naturally change. A long "i" (as in "sigh") will become a short "i" (as in "trip."), etc. Begin blending voice before you hit the hard break point. Don't try to jump into your other voice. Rather, realize you're approaching...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Find the break between head voice and chest voice. Sing across your break.


Singapore Math was only introduced in the United States in the 1990s.  Anyone who went to elementary school before the 1990s would not have had Singapore Math in their curriculum.  Instead you likely needed to do a lot of memorization and drilling (like the times tables).  Singapore Math teaches children the actual mathematic concepts in such a way that they can apply those concepts to any problem. While you watch a child do math homework, you probably won’t recognize the methods they’re using.  But do not let this discourage you, or them.  Support the child’s math skills development by learning the concept of the Singapore method yourself. You may be really tempted to have a child learn some of the drills you learned, but try to steer yourself away from this.  It may only end up confusing the child at school. In previous math curriculum the correct answer to any math problem was the goal — regardless of how you got there.  In Singapore Math the child needs to be able to explain their thought process from start to end, and explain how they got the answer they did. You may find that a child’s final answer is incorrect, but that they used all the correct concepts to develop that answer.  It might be that there was a simple summation error in the process that created the wrong final answer, but the child actually understands what they’re doing. Regardless of whether a child is learning Singapore Math in school, they can still learn it at home.  There are many Singapore Math materials available (like textbooks and workbooks) that you can use to help a child understand and learn math. If you find the process successful at home, you may even want to encourage your school board to consider changing curriculum (if they haven’t already). One of the best ways to teach a child math is to play games with them that include math concepts.  You can do this regardless of what type of teaching method is used in school.  Example — ask a child to identify shapes of various objects you pass while you're in the car. Example — ask...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Know it is different from what you learned in school. Allow a child to use the Singapore method while doing homework. Recognize a child's need to be able to explain the answer. Use Singapore Math materials at home. Play games that include a math component.


Singers have a bad reputation for being bad musicians. Don’t fall into that trap. Be a good to great musician. Anything less, and you're wasting your time and everyone else's.  Master the electric guitar. That’s a staple in rock bands. Or study piano. Also know how to read music; even better, know how to write music as well. Be realistic about your talent. If your voice isn’t what you want it to be, learn an instrument instead. Parents are rarely realistic about their children's talent. Have persistence and patience. Don't be in a hurry. It takes time. Perform in small venues until you are used to performing. Being a solid performer takes practice. Get a thick skin. Be prepared for what you might feel is vicious criticism. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t make it big right away. Expect to face a lot of rejection. If you want to become a rock celebrity with your band like blink-182, Angels & Airwaves, or NOFX, then you need to have songwriting chops.  Each of those artists has written unique songs and did not get famous off of singing covers. Perform your own songs. Learn the music fundamentally. Your complete understanding of the notes and rhythms must be solid before you can work on stylizing your performance and songs. You’re not going to be a rock singer if you don’t get out there and play. Rock bands have many parts to them: Lead singer, drummer, bassist, guitarist.  There is no substitute for practicing a lot and then performing. Start out small: perform for family and friends. It would also help if you performed to a group consisting of an individual or individuals who know how to sing rock. After you perform, ask for suggestions and feedback. How can I become better? What do I need to tweak? If you're serious about becoming a rock star, you will have to create a demo recording so that producers can hear what you sound like when your voice is mixed on a professional quality CD. These are essential for those hoping to make commercial music.  Use only your best songs on it - four to six at the most. The...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Learn an instrument and become a good musician first. Write your own songs. Start a rock band. Create a demo tape. Put feeling into your singing.