Dentists must either be a doctor of dental surgery (DDS) or a doctor of dental medicine (DMD).  These degrees are equivalent and require the same coursework, including two years or pre-dental college classes and four years of dental school. They also must pass national and state exams to be licensed practitioners.  Call and ask the office from which school this dentist earned his or her degree.  Also ask how long they have been with this particular practice, and how long they have been practicing in general.  A newly graduated dentist might have both advantages and disadvantages over an established dentist, particularly in terms of availability, cost, experience with difficult cases, and approachability, but it is really a personal preference.  The important thing is that they can answer these questions. Do they regularly attend conferences or take continuing education classes? You may want a dentist who stays up-to-date on the latest health information and techniques, especially if you plan to have major work done on your teeth. Also, know about the costs for treatment. Dentists can also get certified by state boards to specialize in certain areas after completing at least two years of advanced schooling. If you know you need a certain type of work done or are looking for a dentist for your child, you might want to find a specialist in one of these areas:  Endodontics (root canal therapy) Oral Pathology (dealing with oral cancer or lesions) or Surgery (removal of teeth and tissues) Orthodontics (braces and repositioning teeth) Pediatric Dentistry (cares exclusively for children and teens) Periodontics (care of gums) Prosthodontics (full mouth rehabilitation) Each state has an online registry on which you can track any history of claims made against a dentist practicing in that state.  Google your state's board of dentistry to find their website. Be wary of dentists with cases brought against them for misconduct or patient dissatisfaction. If you found the dentist online, check for reviews on websites like...

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Check their qualifications. Decide if you require a particular specialization. Check with the state dental board. Look for online reviews or ask for references.


Denture adhesive loosens naturally in the presence of water or moisture. As a result, most denture adhesives contain a substance that absorbs saliva in order to prevent the moisture in your mouth from loosening the adhesive. This works for most of the day, but eventually loses its capacity to absorb any more saliva. At this point, your denture adhesive will naturally start to loosen. You should ideally be able to remove your dentures easily with no adhesive remaining on your gums, and only some adhesive left on the dentures themselves (which can be subsequently cleaned). If you find that your denture adhesive does not loosen enough on its own throughout the day, you can rinse your mouth with warm water. Before you place the water in your mouth, ensure that you can tolerate the temperature and that it is not too hot.  Take a sip of the water and swish it around in your mouth for 30 seconds to one minute. The longer you hold it in your mouth, the more it will help to loosen the adhesive from your gum surfaces. After a minute spit it out into the sink. Repeat this same procedure a couple of times and most of the adhesives will be washed away. Another option instead of water is to use a mouthwash such as Crest Pro-Health. The moisture from the mouthwash can serve to loosen your denture adhesive, while providing you with fresh breath at the same time. You can also use a mixture of salt and water by creating a saline solution to rinse your mouth before taking off your denture. Simply mix about half spoonful of salt into a glass of water for two minutes or until is completely dissolved.

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Allow your denture adhesive to loosen naturally. Use water to loosen the adhesive further. Try using mouthwash.


Deodorants typically work by masking body odor with various scents. One with baking soda as an ingredient will also help to neutralize odor. Antiperspirants work by blocking sweat glands. The lack of moisture from sweat will deter bacterial growth and resultant odor. This means that a antiperspirant will also control odor, while a deodorant alone may only mask it. Most antiperspirants contain aluminum compounds. When you apply the deodorant, these compounds block your sweat glands, preventing perspiration. Some research, however, suggests that there may be a link between aluminum and issues like breast cancer and Alzheimer’s. Other research draws more mixed conclusions. If you are concerned, talk with your doctor. If you are looking for a more natural or additional preventive, try baking soda as a deodorant. Baking soda will neutralize odors, not simply cover them up. Take approximately an eighth of a teaspoon of baking soda in your hand, then add a few drops of water to make a paste. Once the baking soda is dissolved, simply apply lightly to your underarms. If you want to avoid any harsh chemicals in manufactured deodorants, there are numerous recipes available for making your own using natural ingredients, most of which are easily available. Try this easy recipe. Mix one part baking soda to one part cornstarch. Then add four parts coconut oil to each part of this baking soda/cornstarch mixture. If you want an additional scent, add a few drops of an essential oil, like tea tree, lavender, or violet. Store in a glass jar and apply as a deodorant.

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Apply a deodorant after showering to control underarm odor. Use an antiperspirant to control sweat and odor. Try baking soda. Follow a recipe to make your own deodorant.


Depending on how cold it is out, you may want a dress or leotard with long sleeves, especially if your child will be out trick-or-treating. You can use any shade of green, such as pale green or bright neon green, as long as the dress or leotard doesn't have a pattern on it. Although Tinkerbell doesn't usually wear tights, they're a good idea if your child's wearing the leotard. If you don't want the tights to be noticeable, you could use flesh-colored tights instead of white ones. If you want the tights to really shine, look for sparkly or metallic tights. For an extra-fluffy Tinkerbell, put your child in a green tutu that fans out around their waist. You can buy a glittery green tutu or craft one of your own using an elastic band and tulle. Just wrap pieces of tulle tightly around the entire band so they hang down. Get your child a pair of green slippers or ballet flats. If they're not green, you can always paint them with green fabric paint and let them dry completely. Then, use a hot glue gun to squirt a little glue on the top of each shoe. Press a white pom pom onto the glue and hold it in place until it dries. If you're concerned that your child might trip over large pom poms, use small 1 inch (2.5 cm) ones that won't hang over the sides of the shoes.

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Put your child in a green dress or leotard. Dress your child in white tights. Wrap a green tutu around your child's waist. Glue white pom poms onto green slippers.


Depending on how large or small your business is, you may already have a quality control department. This department tracks and documents any quality issues and work to address them. But depending on a quality control department can actually set your business up for poor performance, as it may demonstrate to your other employees that quality is not their main concern. Investing in training that trains all workers at all levels, rather than solely in a quality control department, will let your workers know they have a responsibility for providing quality service, no matter their role in the company.  Look at gaps in service training in your current workforce. Have your employees take a customer service seminar, online, or in person, as part of a performance improvement requirement. Organize training sessions that target specific issues or gaps, such as how to interact with customers at the cash register or how to handle a speech to a client in a meeting. For example, if you are trying to improve service at the cash register, set up a training session targeted at improving service at the register. You may discuss how to greet a customer at the register, how to ring them through quickly and promptly, and how to hand them their change or their charge card at the end of the transaction. You may also instruct your employees to do mock transactions, where one employee acts as the worker at the register and the other employee acts as the customer. Don’t stop training employees after their first few days or weeks on the job. Teach employees that there is always more they can and should be learning about their job, your business, and how to serve customers. This program will train new workers on quality and service as soon as they start work. It should be a well-rounded program that gives new workers a clear sense of your company’s products, services, and core business strategy. It should also reinforce your company’s approach to customers and commitment to quality customer service.  The program should include an...

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Invest in service training, rather than a quality control department. Set up a new-employee initiation program. Teach the 30/30 rule. Tie your employee’s actions to the business’s overall performance. Encourage employees to think of customer service as a "story" about your business. Give your employees service quality goals. Recognize and reward improvements in employee performance. Let your employees know there is room for growth. Emphasize problem-solving. Teach your employees to overcompensate for any issues or complaints. Listen to feedback from your employees.


Depending on how long your torso or legs are, you may need to look for petite or extended sizes so that the crotch isn’t too high or too low. If you can, try on a romper before purchasing it to make sure the arms, body, and legs aren’t too constricting. If you’re getting a romper with shorts, the shorts should fall on your mid- to upper-thigh area. If you’re getting pants, the hem should fall right near your ankle.  Part of the joy of wearing a romper is that they’re comfortable and stylish, so you want to avoid styles or sizes that are skin-tight. If you get a romper with pants or shorts that are too long, you could always have it hemmed. Black is classic, but reds, blues, and whites are all great options for a jumper. Having a basic piece will allow you to change up your accessories for different events, meaning that you can easily dress it up or dress it down.  A single-tone romper also lets you transition it from summer to autumn more easily because there won’t be a seasonally-specific pattern on it. Don’t be afraid to get a really bright color, too! If something catches your eye, go for it. For festivals, weekend brunches, and summer time trips, a colorful, bright romper can add a lot of style to your look without requiring a lot of extra pieces. For the hot summer months, it can be super nice to throw on a patterned romper, put on some sandals, grab your bag, and head out the door without having to worry about additional touches. Look for a romper with wider legs for a more bohemian style, or get a romper with tapered legs for a more upscale style. Make sure you try on the romper ahead of time to make sure the pants are long enough for your legs. Rompers with pants also make it easier for you to transition the style to an office job.

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Choose a romper that fits loosely and that has the right length. Pick a solid-colored jumper to have lots of accessorizing options. Pick a beautiful floral or patterned romper for a visually stunning effect. Wear a romper with pants in the fall and winter to enjoy the style all year.


Depending on how much energy you want to put in, you can give your dog a basic bath or a more thorough cleaning. While thorough cleanings are recommended from time to time, you may just have a muddy pup on your hands who needs a little rinsing. Before getting started, gather these materials so you have everything in one place:  Towels: enough to both dry the dog and protect the ground from splashing water Dog shampoo: shampoo formulated for humans will dry out a dog's skin, so buy dog shampoo at the pet store, vet, or online. If your dog has any skin conditions, consult your vet for recommendations. Sponge Comb or brush Small cup or bucket (for pouring water) Doggy treats (optional, but can comfort stressed dogs) While bathing a dog too often will cause dry, flaky skin, you should still give him a thorough cleaning every once in a while. When you notice your dog getting smelly, it might be time for a cleanup. You'll need everything listed in the last step, plus as many of the following optional materials as you'd like:  Dog conditioner: this will keep his fur soft and smooth after shampooing Toothbrush and dog toothpaste Cotton balls for ear cleaning You don't have to do all these things at once the first time. If you feel your dog is getting overwhelmed, just work on the bath-time first. Then, you may add in more extensive things, like nail trimming, later. Since your dog is small, you have the option of choosing a bathtub, sink, or even a plastic tub or bucket outside. Choose a location where you can stand, sit, or kneel comfortably without straining yourself. The bath area should be warm and free of drafts — only bathe a dog outdoors on hot days, so he won't get cold.  If there's any chance your dog will get skittish and jump away from you, bathe him in a bathtub. Don't risk a fall from the sink! Consider taking your dog with you right into the shower. You'll get wet no matter what, so this can be an effective time and mess-saving approach. Put cotton in your dog's ears if you take him into the shower....

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Gather your basic materials. Consider optional materials for thorough cleanings. Decide where to bathe your small dog. Place a rubber mat or towel in the sink or tub. Prepare your dog for the bathing process. Groom your dog's coat before bathing. Consider protecting the eyes with eye ointment. Protect the dog's ears with cotton.


Depending on how old the guy is, he may have completely different social habits than you. If you're in your 20s, and you're after a guy in his 30s, he may not be as interested in going out drinking as you are. You don't have to change who you are to attract an older guy, but you should make sure the two of you are a good fit. An older guy is likely to be more set in his ways, but that doesn't mean you have to follow suit. You can still go out with your friends, but don't leave a string of drunken messages on his phone. Getting over the age gap may be one of the harder aspects of dating an older guy. Avoid making references about his age, and if you bring your friends around, make sure they do the same. An age gap between partners can make it harder to connect. He probably has different hobbies, and different tastes, than you do. Try to connect with him on these things. Listen to music he likes, but also try to expose him to things you like. Don't force him to behave like a younger man, but try to involve him in your hobbies and interests. It doesn't matter how old someone is, nobody likes manipulation. Don't try to make an older man jealous to get his attention, and don't play head games to make him want you.  One reason an older man might hesitate to date a younger woman is the fear of being toyed with. Approach an older guy with confidence and be direct. If you like him, say so.  Don't assume that because a man is older, he's mature and ready to settle down. Some older men may want to take advantage of younger women to make themselves feel younger. Just as you don't want to play games with an older man, don't let an older man play games with you. Don't go after an older man because you want his money. He may be successful, and he may spoil you with the occasional nice date, but that doesn't mean he's going to give you all his money. Don't ask him how much money he makes, or what kind of car he drives. If he gets the feeling that you're only with him for his money, he's likely to end things. If you don't...

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Act mature. Avoid pointing out the age gap. Don't play games. Treat him with respect.


Depending on how the door was damaged, there may be some loose splinters or fragments around the edges of the hole or crack. Rather than trying to repair these, use a utility knife to cut away any damaged wood until you’re left with a clean hole free from rough edges.  Always cut away from yourself when working with a utility knife, especially when cutting through something sturdy like wood. You may need to make the hole or crack bigger before you can begin repairing it. It’s much easier to repair a larger hole free from damaged wood than it is to repair a smaller one that’s fragmented or broken. While the paper towels won’t make the door stronger or repair it, they are an easy and affordable way to hold the insulation foam in place while it dries. Bunch up a few paper towels and stuff them around the bottom and sides of the hole or crack you want to repair. Paper towels work as they are light enough to hold their own weight inside the door. If you don’t have paper towels, use some tissue paper or something similarly light. Expanding insulation foam comes in a spray can with a long nozzle on the top. Point the nozzle into the hole or crack in your door and begin spraying. The foam will expand to fill the space inside the door, with any excess expanding outside the hole through the face of the door. Expanding insulation foam should be available online or from your local hardware store. For a smaller space, a low-expansion type may be easier to handle. Once the insulation foam has filled in the hole or crack, it needs to dry all the way through before it can be cut or sanded down. Leave the foam to sit for 4 to 5 hours or ideally overnight so that it can dry completely. Check the instructions on your own brand of insulation foam for more guidance on how long it will take to dry. Position a utility knife slightly above any protruding insulation foam so that it is flush with the face of the door. Run the knife down the face of the door to cut away any excess foam, trimming it until the foam sits no more than 0.1...

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Cut away any loose or broken wood from around the hole or crack. Pack the hole with paper towels. Fill the hole with expanding foam insulation. Leave the insulation foam to dry overnight. Trim away the excess foam with a utility knife. Apply a layer of auto-body filler for a strong repair. Cover the hole with spackle for a quicker fix. Wait 1 hour for the surface to dry. Sand down the surface of the door.


Depending on how worn the original bluing is, you may wish to remove it entirely before re-bluing the gun. You can use one of the following chemicals to do so:  A phosphoric acid-based automotive rust remover, such as Naval Jelly. White vinegar, which contains acetic acid. Polishing removes surface rust and any scratches or pitting that the gun may have suffered over the years. You can use either 000 steel wool or 600 to 1200-grit sandpaper for this purpose. How you choose to clean the metal depends on whether you plan to blue the entire gun or touch up existing bluing.  If you plan to blue the entire gun, you may want to immerse the metal in a cleaning solution. Cleaning solutions you can use for this purpose include sodium triphosphate (a commercial detergent), denatured alcohol, or naphtha. (If you choose to use naphtha, you should wash it off with a mild dishwashing detergent and then rinse with hot water.)  If you plan to immerse the gun parts to clean them, you can use a wire basket to hold the small parts and thread thin wire through the barrel to lower it into the cleaning solution and raise it again. If you plan to just touch up existing bluing, you can apply a cleaning oil to the places where you want to remove the old bluing, then apply acetone on cotton balls to remove the cleaning oil. (One such cleaning oil, a mixture of vegetable and mineral oils, alcohol, benzyl acetate, and alkaline salts, is sold commercially under the name Ballistol.) As you clean off the old bluing, you may find some scarring that will require sanding or polishing out. Although this process is called cold bluing, gently heating the gun metal before applying the bluing can help it absorb the bluing better and create a better finish. Heat the metal by leaving it out in the sun for several hours, with a heat gun or blow dryer, or in a conventional oven set to its lowest setting. Slowly apply the solution to the area to be blued as evenly as possible, using a clean applicator. Apply the solution in a single pass to cover small...

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Remove the old bluing, if desired. Polish the gun metal. Clean the gun metal. Heat the metal gently. Apply the bluing solution. Apply the solution several more times until you have the level of bluing you want. Season the finish with gun oil once you have the level of bluing you want.


Depending on how you choose to wear your bandana, the best location for your decorations will vary. For example, if you plan on wearing your bandana along your neck in a triangular shape, you'll likely want your design with its bottom pointed towards the corner and located in the corner of the fabric. It may help to put on your bandana and take a look at it in a mirror. Then you can mark the fabric with a pencil or washable fabric marker on the spot that best presents your decoration. By using fabric paint, you can create designs that are unique and significant to you. In some cases, you may need painting supplies, like a brush and water, but some fabric paints come in marker applicators.  Many general retailers, art retailers, and craft stores have assorted fabric paints you can choose from. Be sure you choose one that won't come out in the wash! You may want to use a fabric stencil so that your finished painted designs look more professional. For best results, you should always follow the directions on the products you use for decorating your bandana. Fabric paints and markers may need some time to dry before washing, or may have special washing instructions.

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Choose prime decorating locations. Use wash-safe fabric paint to make designs. Allow your designs time to dry, if applicable.


Depending on how you've set up your business model, you may be collecting tuition, working on grants and other state-based funding for non-profits, or by engaging in other types of fundraising campaigns. Whatever the case, you're going to need to start raising as much money as possible to give your grand design the big opening and first-year that it deserves.  Apply for grants appropriate to your school and use the money toward implementing your vision. Whether you’re leasing existing space or building a new campus, the acquisition and development of facilities is a significant undertaking. Begin the search for a sufficient location to house your students, or plan for the renovation and construction of new buildings. Start early. The leasing, renovation and construction processes tend to take longer than anticipated. Also, if possible, design your physical space to facilitate your school’s mission. If your school leaders are not among the founding group of the board of directions, conduct a search to find a strong leader with experience in the field and a vision that matches your own. First-rate leadership is essential for all schools and critical for new schools. Your faculty will determine the quality of your school. Nothing else comes close. Your teachers will be the single most important factor in the quality of your school’s education. That quality will determine your school’s success. Attract and retain first-rate teachers who are passionate about education and compassionate with students. Send out announcements to your local parent groups. Ask your friends to spread the word. If you already have parents excited about your school, you can ask them to host open houses and invite your friends. While it may be tempting to take anyone who wants to enroll in your school, it's very important that prospective parents are fully on board with your vision or it could cause serious problems later. If you have a large school to fill, you could consider designing a high-impact branding, marketing and public...

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You can either choose to operate your school on earned income or secure funding for your school. Develop your facilities. Hire excellent administration. Hire excellent teachers. Market your school. Recruit and enroll students.


Depending on the application conventions in the industry you’re applying in, it may be inappropriate to include your hobbies on your resume at all. The potential employer may find it irrelevant and you don’t want that feeling to be attached to your application.  Research the corporate culture of the company you’re applying to. Some companies encourage employees to bring their interests into the creative workplace, for example, Google explicitly cultivates an “open culture” workplace where hobbies are welcomed. A hobbies section would be very appropriate for an application in the tech industry with a company like Google. However, if you’re applying for a position at an accounting firm, the corporate culture may not be as welcoming of your hobbies. Leave them off that resume. Whereas a college admissions officer is looking to get a sense of how you might develop over the course of your undergraduate career, a potential employer wants to know, as concisely as possible, whether you would fit into the workplace or not. Stick to 7 words or less per hobby or interest. Don’t dwell on how you feel at one with nature when you go biking every morning if you're applying for a job with a consulting firm. Simply say that you bike regularly and participate in races. Don’t list an interest if you’re not actually passionate about it — if it comes up in an interview, your lack of passion and knowledge will give you away as a resume passer.  Choose interests that not only mean a lot to you, but also demonstrate the kind of person you are. For example, “reading” is a fairly generic activity that doesn’t reveal that much about you. However, running marathons suggests that you possess a high level of dedication and that you can overcome obstacles. "Listening to music" doesn't tell your employee anything about you, but "I have practiced classical piano for 17 years," tells them a lot. "Volunteering," tells the employer something about you, but it's not as detailed as it could be. Say, instead, that you've volunteered weekly at the...

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Decide whether or not a “Hobbies and Interests” section is appropriate for this job. Be brief. Choose the interests you include carefully. Connect your interests to the job.


Depending on the auction rules, you may need to pay for the home in cash on the day of the purchase or soon after. However, this isn’t always the case. You may be able to finance your purchase with a pre-approved mortgage. The auction listing will explain the rules for the home you’re interested in buying. If you don’t have enough cash to buy a home that doesn’t allow financing, you may be able to get a personal loan to help cover the difference. However, you’ll need to get the loan before you bid on the home. You can check rates online or visit your local banks and credit unions to discuss rates in person. You may receive a better rate if you go through a bank or credit union where you have an account. Choose the rate that's lowest or offers the best terms.  Review the terms and conditions to make sure they are favorable to you. In some cases, lower rates may carry stricter terms and conditions or may come with higher origination fees. Origination fees are charged when your loan is issued. Count this amount in the cost of your loan. if you can’t pay cash. If your auction allows financed bidders to purchase property, apply for your mortgage ahead of attending the auction. This allows you to prove that you can complete the purchase if you’re the winning bidder. Bring your prequalification letter with you to the auction to provide as evidence that you have the funds. Some auction houses have preferred lenders that they encourage buyers to work with. You can check the listing for this information or call the auction house on the listing for more information. It’s important to go into the auction knowing how much you can pay, especially if payment is expected on the day of purchase. Ask your real estate agent for recent sales listings for comparable properties in the area. As another option, do an internet search to find how much comparable homes are selling for in your area. Then, determine how much money you can actually pay. Determine the maximum you can afford by adding together the cash you have plus the...

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Check if the auction will allow financed bidders or cash only. Check the rates of mortgage lenders in your area. Get prequalified for a mortgage Set a budget for your maximum bid based on the market. Subtract potential repair costs from your budget, if necessary.


Depending on the band's needs, you'll probably have to incorporate facings, turns, salutes, and bows while conducting the band. These can be relatively straightforward and simple movements or you can make them as elaborate and complicated as you like.  Practice your style in front of a large mirror. Remember that you'll be raised up on the field and visible to the audience. Make sure your movements are comfortable and easy to execute while wearing your uniform. Developing a style can personalize your role as drum major, it's not a vital part of conducting the band. Again, these can be simple, clean movements or elaborate emphatic gestures. Consider what's easiest for your band to understand and follow. You should make your gestures large enough for the band to see. For this reason, you should keep your fingers together, not spread apart. This avoids confusion or misdirection. Try conducting other songs in your time signature to get use to how it feels. When you are completely comfortable with one time signature, practice several songs in another more challenging signature. You can also ask your director for any variations or pieces to practice. To conduct  in counts of two, bring your hands down to hit a focal point, then bring them back up. While this may seem like the simplest time signature to conduct, you should avoid bringing your hands straight up. Instead, bring both of your hands down, then sweep your hands to the side while bringing them back up on the second count. Regardless of what time signature you're conducting, keep your arms at a 45 degree angle with your palms slightly raised at about a 45 degree angle. You should practice choosing and hitting a focal point that will be the basis for your conducting patterns. When starting out, you might want to use a physical focal point, such as music stands set at waist level. This will allow you to become comfortable with hitting the same point when conducting. For conducting three, bring your hands down, then out to the sides, and back up. Specifically,...

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Develop your own style. Learn gestures for each tempo. Learn to conduct in 2/4 time. Practice conducting in 3/4 time. Learn how to conduct 4/4 time. Learn how to cue and cut off. Know the band in relation to the music.


Depending on the construction of your house, it may be impossible to accurately guess which walls are load bearing and which are not. In this case, your house's original blueprints or building plans can be a valuable resource. A house's blueprints can give you an idea of where support beams lie, which walls were the original exterior walls, and more. You can use this information to inform your decisions when it comes to designating certain walls as load bearing.  It's not at all uncommon for homeowners not to possess a copy of their home's original blueprints. Luckily, blueprints for your home may be found:  At the county clerk's office In the possession of the original owners In the possession of the original builder and/or contracting company   Finally, it's possible to commission a re-drawing of your home's blueprint from an architect. This, however, can be costly. Procure your house's original blueprint and invest an appropriate amount of time in determining whether a wall you're not sure about is load bearing. Look for the clues listed above - does it contain a major support beam? Are floor joists connected parallel to it? Was it an original external wall? Never tear down a wall until you're confident it's not load bearing, as even experienced home improvement experts can't always tell where a load bearing wall is solely based on visual cues. See wikiHow's guide on reading architectural drawings for more information. Generally, the more renovations your home has had, the harder it will be to tell which walls are load bearing and which are not. During home renovations, non-load bearing walls can be made to bear weight (and vice versa). For instance, hanging or cutting ceiling joists, adding stairways, and adding attic rooms usually require the changing of non-load bearing walls to load bearing walls. Take these changes into account when deciding which walls are load bearing - if your blueprints show walls that don't exist anymore or you see walls in your home which don't appear in the blueprint, figure...

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Find the original building plans, if they are available to you. Study your blueprints. Understand the effect of modifications to the home.


Depending on the design of your dryer, the lint trap will either be on the top of the dryer or located just inside the door. Consult your appliance's user manual if you have any concerns. It is located inside the lint trap, which is the slot the filter slides into. The lint filter is designed specifically to keep lint off of your clothes. If it accumulates too much lint, that lint will then end up on your clothing. Pull the filter gently from the top and it should slide out easily. The filter looks like a fine mesh screen, held in a frame of plastic. Using your fingers initially is the easiest way to begin.  A good trick is to grab a little of the lint in the corner and then slide your fingers across the filter screen, picking up the rest of the lint along the way. Make sure to wipe the entire surface of the filter screen and discard any lint you remove. Use a soft brush vacuum attachment. Turn on the vacuum and brush the attachment across the filter screen, which will remove any remaining lint. Use the vacuum attachment that has the long, thin neck and stick the attachment gently into the trap, as far as it will go. This will remove any residual lint from the trap. Use a soft rag, which will remove any lingering lint. If you notice any stubborn lint, try going back over the area using a dryer sheet. The remaining lint will cling to it. Use a soft rag, which will remove any lingering lint. Use the dryer sheet trick in the previous step for any stubborn lint. The freshly cleaned lint filter should slide easily back into place. You should hear it lock gently back into place. If you don’t, pull the filter out gently and re-insert until you hear it lock into place. Simply remove them and wash with warm, soapy water. Allow them to air-dry thoroughly before replacing.

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Locate your lint trap. Locate your lint filter. Remove the lint filter from the lint trap. Remove any visible lint from the filter. Vacuum the filter screen. Vacuum the lint trap. Wipe around the lint trap and the filter area. Wipe down the inside of the dryer door. Insert the lint filter into the lint trap. Deep clean the filters approximately once per month.


Depending on the device, you may first need to connect it to a power source. It's the B-shaped icon on the right side of the menu bar that's at the top of the screen. Doing so will invoke a drop-down menu. If your Mac's Bluetooth isn't enabled, you'll need to turn it on in order to view your Bluetooth device. This will likely be a combination of the model number and the manufacturer's name. If you don't see your device's name, press the "pairing" button, or turn it off and then on again. Doing so will prompt your Mac and the device to pair with one another. It's the apple-shaped icon in the top-left corner of your Mac's screen. This option is near the middle of the drop-down Apple menu. You'll see this speaker-shaped icon in the System Preferences window. It's at the top of the Sound window. If you're attaching a microphone, click the Input tab instead. Doing so will select it as your Mac's primary output (or input, if you're attaching a microphone). You can play a video or some music to determine whether or not the audio output is working, or try recording a voice memo with your new microphone (if applicable). You may need to restart your computer or update your computer's software if your device doesn't work.

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Turn on your Bluetooth device. Click . Click Turn Bluetooth On if necessary. Click your Bluetooth device's name. Click Connect. Click the  Apple Menu. Click System Preferences. Click Sound. Click the Output tab. Double-click your Bluetooth device's name. Test your device.


Depending on the dish and your own preferences, you can improve on the flavor of naan beyond the plain version. Here are some suggested flavoring changes:  Peppered naan bread: Brush the rolled-out naan dough with butter, oil or ghee and sprinkle with plenty of freshly ground coarse black pepper. Spicy naan: Add 1 teaspoon of ground coriander and 1 teaspoon of ground cumin to the flour in the step adding flour. Mix well. For a very spicy naan, also add 1/2 teaspoon of hot chili powder. Onion naan: Add 1/2 cup very finely chopped or grated onion to the dough before kneading. Mix in well. This can make the dough soggy, so either press liquid from the onion or reduce the amount of egg added. Wholemeal naan: Substitute wholemeal bread flour for the standard bread flour. See also How to make a Kashmiri naan thool, How to make cheese stuffed naan and How to make baking soda naan on a griddle for other variants on naan breads. Poppy seed naan: See the following suggested recipe.

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Depending on the field you’d like to go into, a college degree just might not guarantee that you make more money than non-college graduates. This is especially true if you would be majoring in the creative arts, like creative writing or painting. You can say something like “Well, I’m really interested in pursuing a career in music, but the employment rate for music school graduates isn’t much different than the one for non-graduates. So college just doesn’t make much sense for me.” College tuition is a lot more expensive than it was even ten years ago. That can make it hard to afford to go to even moderately priced colleges. If your parents can’t afford to help you and you’re not willing to take on student debt, it’s perfectly acceptable to explain that college just isn’t financially realistic for you right now.  For example, you can say something like, “The colleges with programs I was interested in have pretty high tuitions, and it’s not something that financially possible right now.” Some people might then push you to apply for financial aid, or loans, or try to make you feel like affordability isn’t a big deal because you’ll get a job later. It’s perfectly okay to keep repeating “It’s just not a possibility for me.” When it comes to you and your family’s finances, you don’t owe anyone an explanation. Not everyone needs to go to a four-year university to have a shot at a good career later in life. If you’re interested in fields like informational technology, healthcare, or manufacturing, trade school can give you the skills to enter the workforce sooner than a four-year degree would. For example, you can say something like, “Well, I’m really interested in informational technology, especially hardware architecture! So a trade school is actually a really great option for me instead of college, because it will give me the skills I need to succeed and get me into a job faster.” It can be really stressful to have to defend your decision about college, especially when everyone is going to be asking you about it...

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Point out that going to college doesn’t guarantee more money. Explain that you can’t afford going to college. Emphasize that there are other paths. Give a polite non-answer.


Depending on the kind of cat you are, you need to choose clothes that match the kind of fur you want. For example, if you want to be a black cat, wear a black shirt with black leggings or a black dress with black flats. If you want to be a calico cat, you can wear a white shirt, an orange sweater, and black tights to give you the spotted effect. This is the fun part. Make the costume something that you are comfortable in but that fits the kind of cat you want to be. Ears are super important to the cat costume. To make your own, grab some cardboard, cardstock, or other thick material. Draw the shape of one cat ear onto the cardboard, elongating the bottom of the ear by about a quarter of an inch. This will be used to make them wearable later. Cut it out. Using it as a stencil, trace around it onto the cardboard, making an exact duplicate. Cut this one out as well. Once you've cut them out and you make sure they match, color the ears black, using either black paint or markers. Once they've dried, fold up the elongated strip at the bottom of the ears. Then, fold the quarter inch section in half, forming a small triangular tube when you fold it against the back of the ear. Tape the flap to the back of the ear, securing it in place. Using two bobby pins, slide one through each of the triangular tubes. Now you can attach them to your hair.  When you apply them, make sure they are even in your hair. You don't want your ears to be uneven. When you tape up the tube area, make sure you cut off any excessive tape from your ears. They will look messy otherwise. The benefit of these ears is that you can style your hair in any way that you want and apply them when you're done. You don't have to worry about a headband pinching your head all night or messing up your hair style. You can also buy pre-made cat ears at a costume store if you don't want to make your own. The tail of your costume can be made using any black material that you have lying around, but a pair of old black cotton tights works well. Cut both legs off the...

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Pick your base outfit. Cut out the cat ears. Finish the ears. Cut the materials for a tail. Finish the tail.


Depending on the length of your hair, dispense approximately a quarter-sized dollop of conditioner into your palm. Rub your hands together and apply conditioner to your hair from your ears down. This is very important! Do not apply conditioner directly to your scalp. Once the hair from your ears down is effectively conditioned, you can run your hands and any remaining conditioner through the length of your hair from root to tip. Leave conditioner on your hair for one to five minutes. This gives the product time to moisturize your hair properly. Following the same method as when you got your hair wet, begin rising out all of the conditioner.  Wet the back of your neck, then the sides, and finally the front. Keep rinsing until the water is clear. Cool or cold water is the best choice for this step. Use a towel to remove dampness from you hair. Be gentle with the towel, being sure not to damage your hair. Your hair is particularly sensitive when it is wet. Begin by combing you hair out with a wide-toothed comb. After this, continue with your normal styling routine.

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Apply conditioner. Comb it through with your fingers. Let it sit. Rinse with cold water. Towel dry. Style as usual.


Depending on the length of your quiz, organize the questions into categories. You may also want to organize each category under a single topic.  For example, you can create a sports trivia quiz with individual sports as each category so you have 10 questions for basketball, 10 for football, and 10 for baseball. When choosing categories, choose ones that you're knowledgeable on or passionate about so that it will be easier for you to find the answers and write your questions creatively. A creative title and cohesive design can both give your trivia quiz a sense of cohesion and professionalism. Eye-catching design can draw more participants and make your quiz go viral if you are posting it on social media sites. Create well-written and engaging questions to keep your audience wanting to move on to the next question. Try to create each question as its own game by providing the answer immediately afterwards. Keep your audience in mind. If you're quiz is meant for young children, make sure the questions are age appropriate. If your quiz is meant for a broad audience, mix up the difficulty level. A quiz should be challenging no matter who your audience is but it should also be rewarding so keep the difficulty of the questions varied from moderate to expert level. If you are not having fun then chances are your audience won’t either. Let your passion come across. Remember that this is a form of entertainment so keep yourself entertained and imagine your audience laughing or becoming amused at each question. Trivia is fun because it’s an entertaining way to learn something new. The element of surprise or having your audience say, “wow, I didn’t know that” should motivate your questions.” People have short attention spans especially if you’re planning to post your quiz online. Ask yourself what the best outcome would be because you don’t want to spend 2 hours of hard work creating a quiz that people only want to take for 10 minutes. Keep things fresh and fun for both you and the participants. The construction of the...

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Choose a topic. Title and design your trivia quiz. Compose fun and comprehensive questions. Vary the difficulty of your questions. Enjoy yourself while writing your questions. Base your trivia on facts. Keep your quiz short. Create answers that not only educate but also entertain. Post on a social media site.


Depending on the marketing objective that you selected, you may see a form or drop-down box at the top of the page. If so, fill out the form or select an option before proceeding to the "Audience" section. In the "Locations" section, remove the current location (e.g., "United States") if necessary by selecting it and clicking the X in its upper-right corner, then type in a specific location (e.g., your current city and state). You can also adjust your ad targeting preferences by clicking the "Locations" checkbox and then selecting a different option in the drop-down menu. Scroll down to the "Age" section, then select a minimum age from the left-most age drop-down box and a maximum age from the right-most drop-down box. If you want to gear your ad toward men or women, click Men or Women in the "Gender" section.  By default, this section has All selected. Unfortunately, Facebook does not offer gender options other than "Men", "Women", and "All". If you want to offer your ad in more than one language, you can type a different language into the "Languages" text box and then click the proper dialect in the resulting drop-down menu. If you have a specific demographic (e.g., business analysts) in mind, type the first few letters of the demographic's name into the "Detailed Targeting" text box, then click the proper result in the drop-down menu that appears and repeat as needed. You can also click Browse to the right of this text field to look through the available demographics. Click the "Connections" drop-down box, select a category (e.g., Facebook Pages), and click your preferred option in the pop-out menu. For example, to target people who use an app that you designed, you would select the Apps option in the "Connections" drop-down menu and then click People who used your app in the menu.

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Edit your ad campaign's initial preferences. Select your ad audience's location. Select your ad's preferred age. Determine a gender if necessary. Add a language if you like. Include detailed targeting. Select a connection type.


Depending on the number of people you need to accommodate, the available space you have to work in, and your budget, your choices might vary. The goal is to be safe; but some safe rooms may be more convenient or attractive than others.  A yard bunker safe room is designed to be dug into and installed underground. One outside door opens to above ground, and you can purchase units to fit any number of people. Steel or concrete is your best choice because fiberglass shelters run the risk of cracking. Above-ground shelters can be attached to the outside of a home, or they can be situated within the interior. Some can be designed so that they are indiscernible to the untrained eye, and other rooms are large enough to accommodate many people (for example, at a school or church). These can be built or purchased prefabricated, which is slightly pricier but will ensure that they are built to code. If you are in the construction phase of a new home or business, the safe room can be built into the plans as an additional room in the building. Before beginning construction, its important to create accurate plans that are designed to government specifications. This will ensure that your safe room can live up to its name.  You can obtain free safe room construction plans and specifics at https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/2009. You can use these to design your own safe room or work with a contractor on its construction. Purchase code guidelines to help you plan to build your storm safe room to code. These guidelines are written by the International Code Council, which sets code standards worldwide. Depending on the plan you follow, you will need various supplies potentially including concrete, steel bars, a heavy wooden door, and deadbolts.  Consider using anchors that are power driven around the unit's wall perimeter to avoid horizontal movement and uplift in relation to the concrete floor slab. These are available for masonry as well as wood framed construction. To avoid vertical movement of the roof...

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Plan the type of safe room you need. Obtain or create a construction plan. Gather your supplies and begin construction.


Depending on the reason your child was expelled from school, you may want to evaluate your child’s educational goals and whether or not the traditional public school system is the right environment to meet them. Also, if your child has any special needs or learning challenges, then you may need to look into other ways to meet your child’s educational needs. If your child is expelled and not welcome to return to the same school, you will need to come up with some options for their education. The school district should give you some suggestions on what to do next, but you can also create a plan on your own. Your options include going to a different public school, attending an alternative school, attending a private school, or homeschooling.  Private schools might be boarding schools or day schools. This might include military schools, religious schools, or therapeutic schools.  Homeschooling can help kids who are having social problems. If your child got mixed in with a questionable crowd, homeschooling can be a good option. Your child can even complete schooling online. Find more information about online school through your school district or state/territory education website. Online schooling may also be available in your state. Some organizations offer online public school and home schooling, such as the organization K-12. These programs may be teacher-led or self-directed. Some schools allow for re-entry after a child has completed steps to readmission. The plan might include attending anger management or behavior therapy, going to substance abuse treatment, or completing community service. Someone from the school board may check up on the progress of the readmission plan. Once the re-entry plan has been completed, your child may go before the board once again. The board will vote whether your child will be readmitted. You might need to take some time off from work or tell your workplace what’s going on. If you feel the need to stay with your child during the expulsion, talk to your boss about the situation...

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Consider your child’s educational needs. Explore your next steps for education. Follow through with the readmission plan. Make necessary arrangements to your schedule.


Depending on the recipe, you may want your sweet potato rounds to be skinless. If so, peel the potato with a vegetable peeler. Place the potato on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to slice about 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 cm) off of each end of the potato. Start at 1 end of the potato and make a cut through the potato about 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) to 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) from the end, depending on how thick you want the round to be. Continue making 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) to 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) slices through the rest of the potato. Try to make the rounds as evenly sized as possible so they will cook consistently.

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Peel the potato if you wish. Cut the ends off of the potato. Slice the entire potato into 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) to 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) rounds. Finished.


Depending on the room the bird is trapped in, you should select the easiest, largest exit available for the bird. This might be the largest window or, ideally, a door that leads to the outside. It will easiest if you just select one clear exit so the bird will notice it from the light. Once you have sealed off the doors to the room, turned off additional lights, and have clearly opened a door or window so it can exit, leave it alone. There is a good chance the bird will eventually fly out on its own. Birds are very sensitive creatures and they can die due to complications from stress; the least traumatic solution for the bird is to let it attempt to leave on its own. If the bird has not left on its own, you can attempt to 'herd' it toward the exit. Take a large sheet and hold it up with both hands; slowly walk behind the bird, steering it toward the exit so it can fly outside. Some sources suggest that you should throw a towel or sheet on top of the bird to ground it and then pick it up and manually remove it from your home. This method, however, should be avoided except as an absolute last resort, as this could easily injure the bird, even if we can't tell that it is hurt.  Birds are biologically designed to be sensitive to pressure; they can feel very subtle changes in air pressure, so being engulfed by a large towel or sheet can be incredibly painful to them. Their bones are also very fragile so even a gentle human touch could cause significant injury to the bird   Do not use a broom or other object to hit the bird; this will only injure the bird and further prevent it from flying back outside. If you have tried all of these steps and still cannot successfully remove the bird, then you should call a local professional who works in bird removal. They will have a better sense of the bird's behaviors and the best way to remove it safely from your home.

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Create a clear exit for the bird. Leave it alone. Coax it out. Do not touch or harm the bird. Call a professional.


Depending on the scale of your production, you may be able to rely solely on yourself and your actors, or you may need to create large a crew for the video. Here are some positions you might consider filling based on what work you'll need done:  Director: This will most likely be you. You'll be managing all the different parts of the shoot, from sharing your vision to the cast and crew, to mediating disputes between lighting and sound, to making sure there's gas in the car and that all your locations are cleared for shooting. You're the boss, but you're also responsible for more than anyone else. Videographer: The videographer will be in charge of capturing the action on one or more cameras. You'll define the shot, but she will actually frame the scene, work with the gaffer to ensure the set is properly lit, and let the sound guy know when the boom is in the scene. Gaffer: Somebody needs to make sure all the lights are lit, the actors are visible, and everything is right for the shoot. That person is the gaffer. Sound man: On a movie set, he's the guy sticking mics in everybody's faces. For a video, which often doesn't feature dialog, he'll be the guy cuing up the song so the actors have something to work with. In between pressing "Stop" and "Play" and "Rewind," he'll be running to get Cokes, pizza, and other sundries. Grip: This is the lucky soul who gets to move all the wires, all the lights, all the gear, seating, tables, props, and everything else that is brought on set. It's a lot easier to run a shoot when you have somebody to handle those things while you handle the bigger-picture items. Wardrobe: Depending on the budget, you may simply provide direction to the talent ("wear jeans and a tight shirt,") or have costumes made to order for the actors. Whichever way you do it, if there are costume changes involved, make sure somebody can coordinate that between scenes, and that your actors have a bit of privacy for changing. Props: Again, this might be you, but somebody has to find the vehicles used, plus...

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Find your crew. Find the right acting talent.


Depending on the season, Petra could be very busy with many tourists or less busy and easier to make reservations.  Go during the spring (March, April, May) or fall (September, October, November) if you wish to avoid big crowds. These seasons are less busy than summer months and will also provide more pleasant weather (between 50 °F (10 °C) - 70 °F (21 °C)  If you don’t mind crowds and warmer weather (between 85 °F (29 °C) - 100 °F (38 °C) and above), you may choose to go during the summer (June, July, and August). Petra has many sites to see and, while some choose to pack them all into one day, it is recommended to split the visit into several days. Think about other sites in Jordan or the surrounding area you may also wish to see and determine how long you wish to stay. You can choose either the Queen Alia International Airport in Amman or the King Hussein International Airport in Aqaba. Both options have public transport and car rentals available to get to Petra. The Amman airport is about a 3 hour bus ride to Petra and the Aqaba airport is about 2 hours and 30 minutes away by bus. Search online to view the many options and price differences. Pick a hotel close to the visitor center so you can walk. If you have your own car or don’t mind paying a little extra for a shuttle, hotels further away from the visitor center are also an option.  Make sure to look at the hotel's reviews for any complaints about payment, cleanliness, and customer service. The hotel closest to the Petra entrance is called the Petra Guest House and is within walking distance to the visitor center. Other nearby hotel choices are Candles Hotel, Al Rashid Hotel, and Petra Moon Hotel. If you do not already have a passport, you will need to go through your country’s process for applying. This document is required for international travel.  Look up your country’s requirements for applying for a passport and follow the steps. Usually, instructions can be found on the government’s website. For example, in the United States, you would go...

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Visit Petra between March and May or September and November. Plan to stay at least 2 to 3 nights. Choose which airport you want to fly to in Jordan. Choose a hotel in the town that surrounds Petra, Wadi Musa. Get a passport 6 - 8 weeks in advance if you're visiting from another country. Pack what you will need for your visit.


Depending on the show and the network, you may receive a script, or you may get lines to read right on the spot, sometimes known as a cold-read. If you've received the script, make sure to study and memorize your lines carefully. If you have to select the material yourself, make sure to pick out a piece that will allow you to show a dynamic range.  Don't choose a script that only shows one emotion like anger or sadness. Use personally relevant pieces and stay away from experimental scripts, or scripts that don't show off your true acting ability. The more you practice cold-reading, the more you'll become accustomed to taking on a new role with only a couple of minutes to prepare. When you receive a script to cold-read, don't panic and try to memorize the entire script. Instead, relax, read the script carefully, then try to understand the circumstances of the story, your characters motivations, and how the scene affects the plot. Do not look down at your script while the casting agent is reading lines. Casting directors want to be able to gauge your acting abilities, which includes reacting to events in the story or lines in the dialogue. TV is a visual medium, and much of your acting will take place in your face. You can also see how your acting looks on film and alter it to become a better actor or actress. Take note of your facial expressions and any bad habits that you have so you can try to alter them. Bad habits include a noticeable twitch or facial gesture that you do habitually. Take notice of the way you pronounce words and make sure that you enunciate. A TV actor who has experience can provide you with valuable insider knowledge of how auditions and casting work in your area. Talk to friends in the industry or ask a teacher if you're taking an acting class. They can also help you with your audition. You can ask by saying, "Hey, I have an audition coming up, and I wanted to get some feedback on my performance. I need someone to be completely honest and objective so that I can land this role." You...

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Practice acting new material. Master the art of cold-reading. Record yourself practicing to see how you look on video. Audition in front of other actors and get feedback. Pick an appropriate, comfortable outfit for the audition.


Depending on the situation, it might be appropriate to ask someone to exchange business cards with you. Their business card will usually contain her name, in addition to other contact information.  Even asking for a person's email address often results in learning her name. Many people have their names as part of their email address. You can ask them to enter their phone number in your phone. They'll likely enter both first and last names, along with her number. If you're in a social environment with other friends, there will likely be other people you know. Take this opportunity to introduce someone whose name you know to your new friend.  When you introduce your friend to the person whose name you've forgotten, there's a good chance that the person will then introduce herself to the new person. Once you've heard the person's name, repeat it so that you'll be more likely to remember it. You might easily work this into conversation by saying, "I'm sorry, (name), I'm sorry I forgot to introduce you." If the person hasn't approached you, initiate interaction by introducing yourself. She'll likely reciprocate by introducing herself. She'll also be likely to appreciate your directness.  If you ask what her name is, and don't want to admit that you've forgotten her name, you can say you meant to ask what her last name was. The reason this works is because the person will rarely expect you to remember her last name, and she'll usually reply by saying her first name. Ask whether she goes by her first or her middle name. People will often respond to this question by sharing both names, and even offering more information. For example, she might respond by saying, "I was always Emily Jane to my grandmother, and when I was a kid, everyone called me Emily. But when I came to college, I decided to use the name Jane." People often are flattered by this attention, and may enjoy sharing particular details about their name's history.  Asking them how their name is spelled is one way to do this, particularly if you recall that...

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Ask them for their contact information. Introduce the person to another person. Introduce yourself again. Ask the person for additional information about her name.


Depending on the situation, this may be pretty obvious. If you’ve had a huge fight with your wife, for instance, you may know exactly why she’s giving you the cold shoulder. If you aren’t aware of any problems between yourself and the person ignoring you, though, consider if you might have done something to upset them.  For instance, maybe you were gossiping about a friend behind their back. Whatever you said could have gotten back to them. If you left someone out of your plans or didn’t return their calls or messages, they might be hurt by your behavior. Regardless of why you’re being ignored, the worst thing you can do is to constantly hound the person. Don’t send a bunch of messages, call repeatedly, or keep asking them why they’re ignoring you. Give them some time to figure out how they feel and how, or if, they want to get in touch with you.  A single message or call is fine, but don’t send a bunch of texts like, “Why are you ignoring me?” “What did I do wrong?” or “Please talk to me!” Not only will these messages probably annoy the person, but they might also make you look desperate. It can be really hard to avoid trying to solve the problem immediately. However, you can’t control the other person, so it’s best to just give them some space. Trying to figure out why someone is ignoring you, or obsessing over the fact that they are ignoring you, can take up a lot of time and energy. However, it’s not productive and will only make you miserable. Continue with your daily life and activities. Throwing yourself into your job or schoolwork is a productive way to keep from thinking about the problem. During your free time, spend time doing things you enjoy, whether that’s fishing, baking, playing soccer, woodworking, writing poetry, swimming, knitting, or coding! While it can feel really bad to be on the outs with someone important in your life, they’re probably not the only person you enjoy spending time with. Reach out to other friends and family members and ask them to hang out. Take the time to build up...

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Try to figure out why they’re ignoring you. Let them cool off. Distract yourself with work, school, or hobbies. Spend time with people who care about you. Think about how you’ve reacted to this behavior in the past.


Depending on the size and placement of your tile up to the outlet, you’ll likely need to make either an L-shaped cut from the corners of four tiles or a U-shaped cut closer to the centers of two. By attaching the outlet faceplate, you can easily measure the distance between the next closest tile(s) for the length and width up to the faceplate. Since the cut tile needs the faceplate to overlap it, add roughly an additional 1/4” to the measurement—enough so that the tile reaches under the faceplate but not so much that the tile runs into the outlet or mounting screws. Since you obviously can’t fit the uncut tile into the space to trace the measurement, you’ll have to copy the measurement onto the tile before cutting. Remember—measure twice, cut once. Using either a tile cutter or wet tile saw, cut the tiles along the measurements you have marked. Do not attempt to cut the tiles using a snap tile cutter, as this tool cannot make partial cuts. If you haven’t had to cut any tile for the project yet, then you can read Cut Tile for steps how. After cutting the tiles to fit underneath the faceplate of the electrical outlet, you may still need to cut a small piece away to fit around the screws securing the outlet to the electrical box. Mark the area that needs to be trimmed with a pencil, and use your tile snips to clear away enough material to accommodate each screw.

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Measure the cut you need to make. Mark those measurements on the tile(s) you need to cut. Cut the tiles to size. Trim the tiles to fit around the screws.


Depending on the size and shape of the area in which you're installing fencing, you'll need to figure out how much fencing you'll need to enclose the given space.  If you just want a decorative fence, measure the length of the side of your yard you want to fence. If you want an enclosed fence, measure the total area and the length of each side. If you want a prefabricated fence, measure a single panel before buying. Mark off this distance along your planned fence line and stake the position of each fence panel. You'll end up setting fence posts at each stake, aligning them with the twine line and mounding soil around them above ground level. Call the local utilities companies to determine the locations of your lines if you aren't sure. Do not dig anything until the utility company representatives have identified and marked all the buried lines. You can also call 811 in some areas to get information about power lines. If you want to cut your own fence posts, you'll need wood that will hold up underground. This can be wood rated for direct ground contact, pressure-treated wood which has been injected with preservative, or wood coated with wood preservative at home (as described below). Gate posts and corner posts are usually larger than the rest. If the wood is not pressure-treated, paint the fence posts with copper naphthenate or another wood preservative to one-third of their height and allow them to dry thoroughly, following the manufacturer's instructions. This hinders rot from the contact with the damp soil and the underground sections of the posts. Treat all cut ends with preservative as well.  Alternatively, you can paint on just the below-ground portions in advance, to reduce mess during installation. Treat the rest with an airless sprayer once the fence is complete. Follow all safety instructions on the preservative label. Copper naphthenate can irritate skin, eyes, and lungs. Whatever kind of fence you're installing, it's a good idea to mark each corner of the fenced-in area with stakes. At each...

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Measure the area to be fenced. Locate and mark all buried utility lines. Acquire fence posts. Apply wood preservative to fence posts. Place a stake at the location for each corner fence post.


Depending on the size of your company there may be company-wide policies in place you should review before planning your employee appreciation day.  Some companies require recreational activities be reported to corporate for tracking purposes.  This is particularly common in large companies where different departments or locations may get jealous of what goes on in your location.  Speak to your local human resources officer if you are unsure where to check for company policies. Some companies prefer that you report these types of events because they can aid in recruitment. Depending on the industry your company is in, there may be busy and slower periods in your schedule.  Manufacturing tends to be busiest near the end of the month to fill orders, whereas retail businesses may have sales, events or inventory-counts to schedule around.  You should schedule your employee appreciation day during one of the slower output periods of time to alleviate stress caused by missing work or impending deadlines. You may want to plan your employee appreciation day for soon after a particularly busy period of time. Come up with a few possible dates to use when presenting the plan to managers, supervisors or human resources. Your budget will dictate how you proceed in planning your employee appreciation day.  You will need to consider how many employees will be participating in the day’s festivities and whether or not you are going to open the event up to their families.  Determine how many people you anticipate will be coming to the event so you can get a sense of how much food you will need and begin to ballpark financial figures.  If you have a budget set before you begin, you can use that to guide your decisions about whether or not to invite families. Food is an important part of an employee appreciation event, but remember to keep room in your budget for entertainment like music or activities. Once you have an idea of your budget and when you’d like to throw the employee appreciation day, meet with team leaders within...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Check into company policies. Identify high and low output periods in your team’s schedule. Determine the scope and budget of your plan. Meet with managers and supervisors. Enlist help.


Depending on the size of your hand and the size of the pen, holding a fountain pen could cause weight and balance issues.  Experiment with the cap posted (i.e. placing the cap on the back of the pen), and with the cap removed.  The pen is usually more in balance when the cap is in place, but each person’s experience is different. Pinch the pen lightly between your thumb and index finger, then slide it towards the end of the index finger.  Use the bottom of your hand, including your ring and pinky fingers, to anchor against the page.  Do not press so firmly against the paper that free movement is restricted.  Do not grab the pen towards the bottom.  If the hand is placed too far towards the end, it can affect the proper writing angle and potential ink flow. This is similar to the positioning in which most people write.  If the middle finger is guiding and squeezing more than being used as a resting point, adjust the pen’s rear closer to the V created where the thumb meets the hand. It may feel more comfortable to place the pen closer towards the end of your middle finger, past the knuckle. The angle is extremely important, since it moves the tines away from the feed and allows ink to flow.  Poor ink flow is usually due to an improper angle.  Keep in mind that each fountain pen requires a slightly different angle at which the tines and feed separate. You will learn to recognize this through practice. Some nibs have been modified by technicians to accommodate angles ranging from 35 degrees to nearly 90 degrees.  The feel will be different than that of a ball-point pen, which is designed to write from various angles, including vertical.  A vertical fountain pen does not utilize the full width of the nib (the tip of the pen). You don’t want the nib to rock side to side as you write.  It’s possible for ink to flow from a variety of angles, but each pen has an optimal spot where the ink flows the best.  Writing with a fountain pen can feel inconsistent if the nib is lifted or angled incorrectly off the paper.

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Balance the pen. Take the pen in your dominant hand. Rest the barrel on the bottom knuckle of your middle finger. Hold the pen toward the paper at a 40 to 55 degree angle. Keep the nib level with the paper.


Depending on the size of your school, you may be lost in a sea of names. It may even be harder if you’re running against students who are constantly in front of the entire school like athletes or frequent award winners. Think about what makes you unique and how you want the students to remember you and develop a campaign slogan around that.  Don't: use a crude or vulgar slogan. It turns some people off, and could get you kicked out of the race.Do: consider funny acronyms (MIA: Mike Is Awesome), puns (Drop the Mike into Student Council) or plays on famous slogans (Just do it. Vote for Mike.) Talk to fellow students and get engaged. Put a face and personality to that catchy campaign slogan. Meet as many students as you can by attending as many different school functions as you can. Even if you aren’t the most popular person running, there’s no reason you can't change that. Passion is infectious. Showing everyone how badly you want to win and how hard you’re willing to work for it can help your cause. Don't: act "fake" or pushy.Do: greet people and explain your positions as though you were talking to an acquaintance. Take a quick poll to find out what the majority of your fellow students are looking for in the upcoming new year. Whether you ask your circle of friends, stand up at the end of a few of your classes, or walk around the cafeteria during lunch, you will soon get a clear picture of what’s important to most of your classmates.  It’s often difficult for students to express themselves especially in front of an audience. Asking your peers one-on-one might be an easier way to get authentic answers rather than sarcasm or silence. Ask yourself what you’re looking for and see if this aligns with the answers people are giving you. Better yet, give some examples to help ease conversation. You can ask whether people want an extra school dance, another vending machine, or an extra pep rally. Just remember to be realistic as the power of your position is surely limited. Speak to your principal, vice principal, and...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Get noticed with a campaign slogan. Put yourself out there. Find out what people actually want. Speak to school officials. Get nominated.


Depending on the style of chore chart you're making, these may vary, but having all your supplies on hand will help speed you through your chore chart creation. For the purposes of offering a guided example, the following chore chart uses a dry erase board and markers. The first column will be where you write down chore names, so you'll need it to be wider than the rest. The seven columns to the right will be where the chore-doer marks whether the chore has been finished or not. These seven columns can be much smaller than your first. If you have five chores, you should have at least six rows. The topmost row will be for days of the week, so you'll need one more row than your number of chores. Do so from the upper left of the box to its lower right corner. In the bottom left triangle, write "Chores" to indicate the left column is for chores. In the upper right triangle, write "Days" to indicate the top row is for days. This way there won't be any confusion, and your chart will look tidy and complete. Skipping the upper left hand box, write out the chores in the leftmost column of your chart. You might also want to include special information here. For example, for bi-weekly chores you might put "Bi-weekly" in parentheses below the listed chore. In the topmost row, skipping again the upper leftmost box, write the days of the week. If you don't have enough room in your top row to write out the entire name of each day of the week, use simple abbreviations, like: M, T, W, TH, F, S, SU This can be as simple as marking a chore complete with a check mark in the appropriate column when it's done. However, if you want to do the marking yourself to keep the chore doer honest, you can use the same procedure when you are informed the chore is complete.  For example, when the chore doer's bed is made, you'll put a check mark in the box to the right of "Make Bed" in the corresponding column for the day of the week. For children especially resistant to chores, you may want to do a brief inspecting of the work before you...

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Prepare your supplies. Create a calendar with eight columns. Draw a diagonal line in the upper left hand box. List responsibilities and write out the days of the week. Mark off completed chores. Offer chore incentives to make joyful workers. Use different colored markers for multiple people. Separate chore lists for picky chore doers. Make a daily and weekly chart with names in the columns.


Depending on the system and which BIOS version is installed, there will be variations in how to access and make changes to your system's BIOS. There are several different versions of BIOS, but the interface layouts generally follow a similar pattern and each will have a keyboard key assigned that is pressed prior to boot up in order to gain access to the utility. The most common keyboard keys assigned for opening the system BIOS are, the delete key, F1, F2, F11 and the Escape key. There is typically a prompt that appears at the bottom of the screen immediately following the Power-On Self Test (POST) informing the user which key has been assigned for accessing the  BIOS configuration utility. Use the assigned key to access the BIOS screen. Once you have identified the key, restart your computer, if necessary. Begin tapping or hold down the key during POST, and the BIOS configuration utility screen will open. The location of the RAID configuration utility will vary depending on the system's BIOS version. In some versions, the RAID utility will be found in the advanced BIOS features menu, while in other versions it may listed in the on-board device configuration menu or the SATA Configuration menu. Use the directional arrows on your computer keyboard to browse through the different menus within the BIOS configuration utility and locate the RAID configuration utility options. Once located, scroll down the list options using the directional arrows on the computer keyboard and highlight the RAID configuration menu option. Select "disable" and press the enter key on your keyboard. Then press the "esc" key to return to the main menu. Exit the BIOS. From the main menu, use the directional arrows to navigate to the "Save Settings and Exit" option and press enter. The system RAID has been disabled and the computer will boot up automatically.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Access the BIOS prior to start up. Identify the assigned key for accessing the system BIOS. Locate the BIOS RAID configuration utility. Disable the RAID feature from the system BIOS.


Depending on the texture of your hair, you may need to add some product to make sure your messy hair maintains the look you want all day long. It is important to have the proper tools of the trade before you get started.  If your hair is thick, coarse, or curly, you are in luck. This look is going to be easy for you. All you will need is a light styling product to keep the frizz in control. You will not need any kind of heat styling (like a curling iron or blow dryer). If your hair is wavy, this look will be pretty easy for you. A little texture cream should be all you need. If your hair is fine or straight, do not worry. With the right products, you can add texture to your hair that will make sure the messy look stays put. Get some styling products that add texture (like sea salt, volumizer, or texturizing pomade). You will probably need to use those with some blow-drying and curling. You may have short hair, medium length hair, or long hair. The length of your hair affects the amount of product you use, how long it takes to style your locks, and which messy look you want.  Short and medium length hair look best with both tousled messy hair and curly messy hair. Tousled messy hair is done with your fingers. If you are going for the curly messy hair and you have short hair, be sure to use a smaller barrel size of curling iron.  Long hair can also do both types of messy hair but generally looks better with curly messy hair. You will use a larger barrel curling iron because you want loose curls that you can tousle with your fingers. There are a few ways you can achieve the messy hair effect depending on the look you are going for and the texture of your hair. You can go for tousled messy hair, curly messy hair, or combine them.  If your hair is wavy or curly you can achieve any of the messy effects without much extra effort.  If your hair is fine, curling the hair first will help maintain the messy hair effect longer. Just tousling the hair with your fingers will not be enough, even with product in your hair....

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Determine your hair texture. Consider your hair length. Decide which style of messy hair you want. Gather your tools.


Depending on the type of art you’re creating, you might need an art studio the size of an entire room, or you may be able to just use the corner of a room. Think about the art you’ll be making before setting up your studio.  Jewelry making can be done in a smaller area with just a table. Painting needs space for an easel and floors that are easily cleaned Sculpture creating would need a larger area. Having a dedicated place to create your art can help your brain switch gears into creative time. Find a space in your home to dedicate as an art space.  A garage or basement make great art studio spaces. Clear some space in the corner of a room to keep an easel or a craft table. If you don’t have any space, you can just keep a filing cabinet filled with your art supplies in the kitchen and use the kitchen table to work. You need a place to keep your work after it’s finished so it doesn’t get messed up. Create a mini gallery in your home studio to show off your finished work.  Use a blank wall to hang paintings on. Keep shelves to display sculptures, small pictures, and pottery. Organization can help help keep your space clean and keep your mind focused on being creative. Use file cabinets, drawers, art caddies, pencil holders, bins, buckets and baskets to organize all of your supplies.  Use utensil dividers in drawers to organize small art items like pens, pencils, markers, and erasers. Consider purchasing a rolling cart or caddy to hold all of your supplies. File cabinets can make great organizers for different types of art paper. It’s a good idea to keep food, drinks, and electronics like cell phones out of your art studio. Food and drinks can easily spill and mess up something you’ve been working on, so make sure you eat and drink outside of your art space. Electronics like cell phones can distract you from creating your art and interrupt your creative process. It’s a good idea to have an art studio in a room with lots of natural light. Natural light creates a bright and airy atmosphere that will help get the...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Decide how much space you need. Find a place to make your art studio. Make an area for a gallery. Organize your art supplies. Keep distractions out of your dedicated art space. Set the lighting in the room. Add creative inspiration to your studio.


Depending on the type of arthritis, there are several factors that may make you prone to arthritis of the knee. Although some of these factors are non-modifiable, there are others you can change to reduce your risk of knee arthritis.  Genes. Your genetic background can make you more susceptible to certain types of arthritis (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis or systemic lupus erythematosus). If you have a family history of arthritis, you may have a higher risk of developing knee arthritis. Gender. Men are more likely to have gout, a form of inflammatory arthritis resulting from high levels of uric acid in the blood, while women are more likely to develop rheumatic arthritis.  Age. You are at a higher risk of developing arthritis as you grow older. Obesity. Being overweight puts stress on the joints in your knees and can increase your risk of developing arthritis. History of joint injuries. Damage to a knee joint can be partly responsible for the development of osteoarthritis. Infection. Microbial agents can infect joints and possibly cause the advancement of differing types of arthritis. Occupation. Certain jobs requiring repetitive knee bending and/or squatting may increase your risk in developing osteoarthritis of the knee. If you have one or more of the risk factors for arthritis, consult your doctor about preventive steps you should take (or see section on prevention below). The most common symptoms of knee arthritis are joint pain and stiffness in the knee. However, depending on the type of arthritis (eg, rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis) you may experience a wide range of other symptoms as well. To recognize signs of arthritis, take a note if you experience any of the following symptoms:  Pain that often worsens with activities. Decreased or limited range of motion. Stiffness of the knee. Swelling and tenderness of the knee joint. A feeling the joint may "give out." Fatigue and malaise (often associated during periods of rheumatoid arthritis flares). Low-grade fever and chills (often associated during...

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Assess your risk factors. Recognize the symptoms of arthritis of the knee. Keep track of pain. Evaluate the range of motion and stiffness. Watch for swelling or creaking. Note any changes or worsening of symptoms. Seek medical advice.


Depending on the type of blinds you have, you will either need to push them up from the bottom or pull the cord to draw them up. Drawing the blinds up will prevent you from accidentally damaging them. Some home blinds may be within reach, but for others, you may need a ladder. Ask another person to hold the ladder steady as you climb it. Some blinds may have a bar, valence, or box over the headrail at the top. This cover hides the brackets from view. To remove it, look on the bottom for 2 buttons or clips. Press down on the clips with your fingers and snap the cover forward and off. You should now see the headrail and brackets. You should have 1 bracket on each end of the blinds. Brackets look like cubes. They should protrude slightly from the main support bar. If your blinds are very long, you may have additional brackets along the center of the headrail. Hinged brackets typically have a panel on the front that snaps to the bottom of the bracket. You may see a raised lip with an opening on the bottom. Sliding panels are attached to the front of the bracket. They may have a small, raised shape on the front to help you push it to the side. A good way to tell is to try to slide the front of the bracket. If it moves to the side, you have sliding brackets. If not, you may have hinged brackets.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Raise the blinds all the way up. Stand on a ladder to reach the top of the blinds if necessary. Snap off the cover or valence if you have one. Look for raised cubes at each end of the headrail. Identify if you have hinged brackets or sliding brackets.


Depending on the type of event you are hosting, you need to figure out how much beer you will need. Estimate that party guests will have 1-2 drinks per hour. There are several different sizes of kegs to consider:  Mini keg: A mini keg holds about 5 liters, which is a good amount for bringing to a tailgate party or camping trip.  Cornelius keg: A Cornelius keg is a tall, round keg that is commonly used for soft drinks, but they have also been adapted by home brewers to use for beer as well.  Log keg (sixth barrel): A log keg holds about 5 gallons, which equals about 55 12-ounce servings, or 41 pints. Pony keg (quarter barrel): A pony keg holds about 7.5 gallons, which equals about 82 12-ounce servings, or 62 pints.  Full keg (half barrel): A full keg holds about 15 gallons, which equals about 165 12-ounce servings, or 124 pints. The full keg is the most common size of keg. There are many places that sell kegs, such as liquor stores, breweries, wineries, and even some restaurants. Choose a place that is close to your party and that sells the type of beer you'd like to buy. Planning in advance will ensure that your order will be fulfilled to your specifications. Planning at least 10 days in advance is a good idea. Some places do have kegs available for last-minute orders, but these may be limited in selection and size. If you are planning to serve beer from a keg at a wedding, fundraiser or other special event, you need to get the correct type of permit. These permits are typically issued by your state’s liquor control board.  For private parties such as weddings or holiday parties, apply for a banquet permit. Typically, you will fill out a form, giving information about the event, and pay a fee (around $50). Nonprofit organizations need a special occasion permit in order to serve beer from a keg at a special event. These are also issued by your state’s liquor control board. They also need a licensed bartender to serve the beer. Be sure to have proof of the bartender’s license with you at the function.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Figure out how much beer you need. Find a store near your party. Place your order in advance. Get the proper permit for serving at special events.


Depending on the type of lip balm you selected, you will retrieve the balm in different ways. The most common type of lip balm is the tube.   For tubed lip balm, use the dial located on the bottom of the tube to raise the lip balm above the brim of the tube. You need only raise the balm by a half centimeter or so. Gel-based lip balms are squeezed through a tiny hole in a lipstick-shaped applicator tip. An amount slightly smaller than pea-sized should provide enough coverage. Liquid lip balms often come with what is known as a doe foot applicator. These are attached to the cap of the balm and store the balm on a spongy applicator tip. A thin, even coating to the lips and area just outside of the mouth is best for keeping those areas moisturized. Don’t worry about overdoing it – the most you have to worry about is a slightly glossy appearance around your mouth.  Gel-based lip balm cannot be returned to the tube, so start with a smaller amount and add more as necessary to avoid wasting the product. If you wear lipstick, apply the balm to your lips first and allow it to sit for a few minutes before applying lipstick. This lets the moisturizing agents work their magic on your lips first.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Uncap the container and prepare a small amount of balm. Apply the balm to your lips.


Depending on the type of paint you used for your countertop, curing time could take anywhere from a couple hours to several days or even longer than a week. During this time, it's important that you don't put anything heavy on the counter, don't get it wet, don't have food near or on it, and avoid disturbing it as much as possible.  If you don't give the paint time to cure, it could smudge, get dented or marked, or not adhere properly to the surface. Check the paint can for the manufacturer's instructions regarding curing time for the paint you used. Whenever your cutting or chopping, always use a cutting board to protect the paint and the counter surface. This will prevent scratches, chipping paint, and other dings and marks. To protect your knives and keep them sharper for longer, use wood cutting boards instead of plastic, bamboo, or glass. Heat mats will protect both the paint and the laminate from damage. Never put a hot pot or item directly on the counter, and always place a trivet or heat mat on the counter first. The same applies in the bathroom, and you should never put hot styling tools directly on the painted counter. Hot items can burn or melt the paint, leave scorch marks on the laminate, warp the counter, and separate components within the Formica. Use sponges and cloths, and clean the counter with liquid cleaners and soaps when necessary. Avoid scrubbing pads and harsh powder cleansers that could strip the paint from the surface.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Give the paint time to cure. Don't cut directly on the counter. Use heat mats. Avoid abrasive cleaning products.


Depending on the type of party and location, you may want to have some games, toys, or activities available to entertain your guests.  Some games include: Marco polo, treasure hunt, sharks and minnows, octopus, volleyball, etc. You could also provide water toys, such as beach balls, pool noodles, floating devices, rings and retrieval objects, water balloons, squirt guns, etc. Music will help create a great party atmosphere. You can create your own playlist or find one on a music streaming site, such as Spotify. When preparing music also consider, a portable and waterproof speaker to play your music at the pool area. If your party has a theme, you can have your music match. For example, play Caribbean music at a tropical themed party. Some popular pool party decorations include, tiki torches, lanterns, flowers, balloons, signs for food and drink stations, colourful tablecloths, etc.  If you are throwing a birthday pool party, you might want to have birthday decorations, such as balloons, streamers, and banners. Alternatively, if your pool party has a specific theme, you will want your decorations to match the theme. If you are hosting your party at a public pool or hotel, you may have to check with them to see if you are allowed to bring decorations.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Consider games and activities for the party. Prepare music to play. Add decorations.