Hold the hook with the loop on it up in front of you. It should be pointing toward the opposite hand from the one that's holding it, with the long end of the string behind the hook. The loop should be sitting about 1" down from the curved end of the hook. This means that the knot should be below the hook. Pull the hook so that the curved end moves forward and catches the yarn you just pulled over the hook. The yarn should be nested in the hook now. Repeat the process of yarning over and pulling it through until you have as many chains as you need for your project. If you need to count chains, lay the chain flat. You should see a series of V shapes. Each V is a single chain stitch.

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Hold the hook up in front of you. Catch the yarn with the hook. Repeat until you have as many chains as you want.


Hold the jump rope in the correct position. Jump a few inches to your left as you swing your rope. Then, jump a few inches to your right as you swing the rope. Get into a rhythm as you jump from side to side. Practice 10 side to side jumps, or as many as you can do in one minute. Instead of jumping with both feet at once, alternate your feet, as if you are running in place. Keep your knees lifted to the front and try to jump a little higher than 1 inch off the floor. As you land, stay on the balls of your feet. Do 10 alternate foot jumps, or as many as you can do in one minute. Begin by jumping only on your right foot. Land softly on the balls of your feet. Then, switch to jumping only on your left foot. Land softly. Keep your shoulders rolled back and your upper body straight as you jump. Continue to do single leg lift jumps, five on each side. Or do as many as you can in one minute. Once you feel you are comfortable with these variations, try to put them all together into a jump rope routine that will burn calories and tone your body. You will need a jump rope and a timer.  Start with the basic jump, for one minute. Go into side to side jumps, for one minute. Do alternate foot jumps, for one minute. Finish with single leg jumps, for one minute. Switch legs each time you jump. Repeat this circuit two to three times, with a one minute break between each circuit. Practice this routine once a day to see improvements.

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Do side to side jumps. Practice alternate foot jumps. Try single leg lift jumps. Do a 15 minute jump rope routine.


Hold the katana in front of you so it’s perpendicular to the ground. Keep your dominant hand 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the top of the handle, and wrap your fingers and thumb so they’re on opposite sides of the handle. Place your nondominant hand at the bottom of the handle before wrapping your fingers and thumb around it. Make sure the backs of your hands face out away from the sword on their respective sides. Keep a grip that’s firm enough so the katana doesn’t slip, but loose enough so you can easily maneuver around.  Don’t touch your hands together or else you’ll cut with a hacking motion and you won’t be as accurate. Keep at least 3–4 inches (7.6–10.2 cm) between them. Avoid keeping your thumbs on top of the handle since you won’t get a proper grip on the sword. Traditional targets for practicing with a katana include bamboo or rolled tatami mats. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and pointed toward the target. Fully extend your arm with the katana and take a few steps so the blade extends 4–5 inches (10–13 cm) past the front of the target.  Other targets you can try include pieces of paper or filled plastic bottles. You can also practice without a target if you just want to perfect your form. Make sure there’s nothing around your target that could damage the blade or get cut by the sword. Aim to keep other items at least 10 ft (300 cm) away. Keep your elbows slightly bent as you raise the blade over your head. Leave your feet firmly planted on the ground and your body pointing toward the target. When you have the blade near horizontal, stop your backswing and hold it in place.  You can also cut down at an angle if you want to strike the target from the side. Point the tip of the blade closer to the side where you want to start your cut. The cutting edge of the katana will point up while it’s over your head. Don’t start your swing until you’re ready to go through the full swing in a single fluid motion. Straighten your dominant arm and wrist so the blade starts swinging in a forward motion. As you...

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Position your hands at the top and bottom of the handle. Stand in front of your target so you can reach it with the end of your blade. Hold the blade above your head so it’s near parallel to the ground. Push the top of the handle forward to help the blade arc. Step forward as you bring the blade down toward the target. Slice into the target at a 45-degree angle. Swing the blade horizontally from your side for a mid-level attack. Tilt the blade upside-down to strike from below.


Hold the measuring tape in line with the centers of the bolt holes. Measure the distance between the bolt holes’ centers as accurately as possible. The bolt spread is the most important measurement, especially if you’re buying a specialty seat. If your bolt spread isn’t an American-standard 5 1⁄2 in (14 cm) or a European-standard 6 to 6 1⁄2 in (15 to 17 cm), you may need to order a specialty seat from the toilet's manufacturer. Hold one end of the measuring tape in line with the centers of the bolt holes, and bring the other end to the front of the bowl. Note the length between the bolt holes and the tip of the bowl’s front edge. Then, as you would with the seat, measure from the outer edges of the bowl’s broadest points to find its width. If your toilet’s dimensions are standard, the bowl’s width isn’t quite as important as the length and bolt spread dimensions. However, measuring the width can ensure a proper fit, especially if you’re buying a specialty seat or have a non-standard toilet. If you’re buying a specialty seat, measure between the centers of the bolt holes and the edge of the tank. Bidet attachments, raised seats, seat warmers, and other specialty seats require a minimum clearance between the bolt holes and the tank. Before investing in a specialty seat, look online to find specifications and minimum clearances for a product you're interested in purchasing. You wouldn’t want to shell out lots of money on a product that doesn’t fit your toilet. Types of attachments include accessible raised seats for people with disabilities and potty training seats. Measure your existing seat's length and width, and choose a product with matching dimensions. Even if you can tell your toilet's shape just by looking at it, measure it to ensure the accessible or potty training seat fits snugly. While most products clamp onto the seat, some attachments are hinged-fixed, or secured with the existing seat's mounting bolts. If necessary, measure your toilet's bolt spread in addition to the seat's length and width.

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Find the length between the 2 bolt holes. Measure the bowl’s length and width. Determine the distance between the bolt holes and the tank. Measure the existing seat if you're buying a snap-on attachment.


Hold the needle that doesn't have any stitches on it in your right hand. Insert the tip of this needle into the stitch closest to the tip of the other needle. You should insert it under the stitch so that the needle goes from front to back and forms an "X".

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Hold the saddle and right-click the horse to put it on. When you get on a saddled horse (or donkey), you'll be able to move around with the usual controls.  Horses can jump much higher and farther than your character. Hold down the jump button to charge up a bigger jump.  To dismount, press the left Shift key on a computer, or the right trigger button on a console. Use a lead (leash) on the horse to tie it to your hand. The horse will now follow you around. While holding the horse, use the lead on a fence post to tie the horse to it. To detach the lead without tying the horse to anything, use the lead a second time on the horse. To make a lead, hunt for slimes (hostile green cubes) underground or in dark swamps, and kill them to get slimeballs. Craft a lead by placing a slimeball in the center of the crafting table, then adding string to the top left, top center, middle left, and bottom right squares. (Kill spiders to get string.) The main difference between horses and donkeys is what you can equip onto them. While riding the animal, open your inventory to see their equipment slots:  Horses can wear armor, protecting them from damage. You'll need special horse armor, which you can only find in treasure chests or by trading with villagers.  Donkeys can hold a chest, which you can store items in as usual. . Feed two nearby horses golden apples or golden carrots. They will approach each other, and a small foal will appear. The foal cannot be tamed until it grows up, which takes about twenty minutes. You can speed up the growth by feeding it non-golden food.  Craft a golden apple by placing an apple in the center of the crafting area, then surrounding it with eight golden ingots. Craft a golden carrot with a carrot at the center, surrounded by gold nuggets. Breed a horse and donkey together to make a mule. Mules carry chests like donkeys, but cannot breed with any other animal.

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Attach a saddle to ride the horse. Lead the horse around. Equip your horses and donkeys. Breed horses


Hold the skirt of the dress away from your legs and rub the underside of the fabric with the dryer sheet. This will be more difficult if the static is toward the center of your chest or an area that is hard to get the dryer sheet under. Do your best. This should help remove the static quickly and easily. If you do this correctly the static should immediately transfer to the dryer sheet. Spray the outside of the dress anywhere you can feel the static clinging to you. You can use an old Windex bottle or a bottle you use to spray your plants, just make sure it’s something that doesn’t spray too much water. The plan is to slightly wet the fabric in any area where you feel the static cleaning to you.This will help remove the static quickly, but don’t spray too much or over too large of an area.  You don’t want to be damp on your way to whatever event you are wearing a dress to. Don't worry, the static won't come back once your dress is dry again. This spray is available at some pharmacies and can help you quickly remove any static from your dress easily. Once again, you'll want to use the spray to spray the outside of your dress in any place that you feel the static. The spray will put you back about $20.00, but some people swear by them. . If you have time to go buy the spray or if you have the spray on hand this is a great option to get rid of the static. Hold the aerosol spray far enough away from your body that it isn't a completely direct hit on your dress. Arms length should do the trick, and be careful to close your eyes so you don't accidentally spray yourself in the face. You can also rub lotion on your hands and then rub your body underneath the static parts of your dress. Once again, make sure you don’t rub too much. Unscented lotion is probably the best bet too, as you don’t want to smell really strongly of moisturizing lotion. Any piece of metal that goes directly into the ground should instantly remove static. Try to avoid touching metal objects that are not grounded, such as doorknobs. You might...

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Rub the dress with an anti-static dryer sheet. Spray your dress using a spritzer bottle filled with water. Use an anti-static spray on your dress. Spray aerosol hairspray on your dress. Touch grounded metal. Apply moisturizing lotion on your body where the dress is clinging. Buy a dress made out of natural fibers.


Hold the spray wand away from your body, and squeeze the handle to release a high-pressure water stream. Take one full lap around the car, and spray down the entire vehicle to remove superficial dirt and debris. If you're using the pre-wash setting, switch to wash after you've made your first lap around the car. Once you've switched to wash, take another complete lap before moving on to the next step. Doing this will ensure that the dirty run-off water will be completely washed from your vehicle when you finish each stage of your wash. If you've opted to remove your floor mats, be sure you're washing and rinsing them throughout every stage of the car wash. It's easy to forget about them since they're not attached to the body of the car. Turn the dial on the machine from wash to soap. When you pull the handle on the spray wand, a soapy stream should start spraying from the wand. Take another lap around your car to spray down your entire vehicle with the suds. After you've applied soap to your car, you'll want to exchange your spray wand for the foam brush, which should be placed in a receptacle near the service machine. Grit, sand, and mud might linger in the brush from previous use, so be sure to rinse the foam brush before using it on your car. To do so, change the setting on the machine from soap to rinse, and use the spray wand to rinse the bristles of the brush. When you're finished rinsing, return the spray wand to its holder by the machine. Hold the brush by the handle, and use the bristles to lather the soap into the body of the vehicle in order to give your car a thorough clean. As you clean, take several laps around your car with the foam brush. If you let the foam sit for too long on the car without scrubbing it, a film will develop on your car. To avoid this, it's best to take several quick laps around the car with the foam brush rather than one longer lap. Wheels tend to accumulate a lot of dirt and grime, so ]give them a solid clean with the foam brush. Use a circular buffing motion when handling...

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Rinse your car with the spray wand. Wash your car from top to bottom. Don't forget about your floor mats. Apply soap to your car with the spray wand. Rinse the foam brush with the spray wand. Scrub your car with the foam brush. Pay special attention to your wheel bays.


Hold the stapler against a flat surface, such as a table. Keep one hand on the stapler's lower jaw so it doesn't move. On a top load stapler, you'll see the metal staple tray set inside the plastic. While holding the stapler's base, use your other hand to pull the plastic away from the tray. Always place staples as close to the tray's front end as possible. The front end is the side closest to the inside of the stapler. Push any unused staples to the front as well to create additional space. If your stapler is jammed, dump out the old staples. Use pliers to pull out any staples that are stuck. When you're finished placing staples legs-down in the tray, grasp the base again. Push the top of the stapler back down onto the tray. It'll click in place and your stapler will be ready for use again.

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Hold the stapler's base in place. Pull the plastic top up to expose the stapler tray. Place new staples legs-down in the tray. Lower the stapler head to close it.


Hold the syringe in your hand as though you are holding a pencil or a dart. Make sure you can easily reach the syringe's plunger. Using your non-dominant hand, gather about 1 1⁄2 to 2 inches (3.8 to 5.1 cm) of skin between your thumb and index finger creating a slight mound of skin, taking care not to bruise or damage the surrounding area. By bunching up the skin, you create a thicker area of fat for you to inject into, ensuring the entire dose is administered into the fat and not into the underlying muscle.  When gathering your skin, do not gather any muscle tissue. You should be able to feel the different between the soft upper fat layer and firmer, lower muscle tissue. Subcutaneous medications are not intended for injection into muscle and, if administered into muscle, may result in bleeding into the muscle tissue.  This is especially true if the medication has blood thinning properties. However, the needles used for a subcutaneous injection are usually too small to hit the muscle, so this should not be a problem. With a slight snapping motion of your wrist, plunge the needle all the way into the skin. Usually, the needle should be inserted into the skin at 90 degrees (straight up and down, relative to the skin) to ensure that the medication is injected into the fatty tissue.  However, for exceptionally thin or muscular people with little subcutaneous fat, you may need to insert the needle at a 45 degree angle (diagonally) to avoid injecting into muscle tissue. Make sure to gather the skin and hold it gently while giving the injection. Act quickly and firmly, but without jamming or stabbing the needle into the patient with excessive force. Push down on the plunger until all of the medication has been injected. Use one controlled, steady motion. This sterile material will soak up any bleeding that occurs after the needle is removed. The pressure you apply to the skin through the gauze or cotton will also prevent the needle from pulling on the skin as it's removed, which can be painful. However, it is also...

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Ready the syringe in your dominant hand. "Pinch" or gather the skin at the injection site gently. Insert the syringe into the skin. Depress the plunger with steady, even pressure. Press a piece of gauze or a cotton ball next to the needle at the injection site. Remove the needle from the skin in one smooth motion. Secure the gauze to the injection site. Put all of your supplies away.


Hold the thick end of the cue in your dominant hand with your palm facing upward.  Find the spot on the wrap where the cue evenly balances. Grip your cue about 1" behind that spot. Make a circle with the thumb and index finger of your non-dominant hand. Put the cue through the circle and rest it on the top of your middle finger, behind the knuckle.  Spread out your "pinky", ring and middle finger tips to create a tripod-like support. Place the ridge of your hand should on the table. Lift the other side of your hand a bit higher.

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Hold the vacuum attachment just above the surface of the leather to avoid rubbing the soot into the upholstery. Feel free to use a HEPA vacuum if you want, but it’s not mandatory. Dampen the cloth and apply a small amount of soap, rubbing it to a slight lather. Gently run it across the leather surface, being careful not to scrub too hard and work the soap into the leather. Use a clean, damp rag to wipe off the leather. Condition the leather afterwards with a leather conditioner. Apply a small amount on a rag, reapplying as necessary, and gently rub a thin, even coat onto the surface of the leather. Let it absorb for at least two hours, or overnight if possible. Mix about a couple spoonfuls of vinegar in a medium-sized bowl of water and stir. Dip a cloth into the mixture and run it over the surface of the leather, then rinse it with a clean, damp cloth. Baking soda is very good at soaking up smoky smells, so sprinkle a light, even layer over your leather upholstery and leave it overnight. Vacuum the baking soda with a vacuum hose the next morning, being careful not to touch the hose to the surface. Repeat if necessary. If the smell and soot stains persist, call a restoration cleaner and ask what options are available to you. Steam cleaning from a professional, for example, can save heavily-damaged leather that you can’t salvage on your own.

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Vacuum soot with a flat brush attachment. Clean the leather with a soft cloth and leather soap. Remove the smoky odor with a vinegar and water mixture. Sprinkle the surface with baking soda if the smell persists. Call a professional to clean highly damaged leather.


Hold the viola upside down so its back is facing you. Hold one side of the shoulder rest against the edge of your viola so it looks like a smile. Lift the other side of the rest and slide it on the opposite side of the viola. Keep pushing it down until it has a tight fit.  You can buy a shoulder rest at a music supply store or online. You don’t need to use a shoulder rest if you don’t want to. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart or sit on a firm chair, making sure to keep your back straight. Grab the viola at the base of its neck and bring it up to your left shoulder. Point the pin on the bottom of the viola toward the center of your neck. Keep the viola at a 45-degree angle so it balances easily on your collarbone. Shift the viola slightly until the shoulder rest feels comfortable. If your viola is too far forward or back on your shoulder, it will be difficult to hold and support. The chin rest is at the bottom of your instrument and provides extra support while you play. Once the viola is balanced on your collarbone, tilt your head down so it’s on the chin rest. Use the bottom of your jaw and chin to support the viola. Don’t grip the instrument between your head and shoulder or else you could develop neck problems over time. Slide your left hand from the base of the neck toward the scroll, or the top of the neck near the tuning pegs. Keep your thumb on the left side of the neck closest to the C string. Squeeze your thumb against the side of the viola to hold it in place.  Don’t rest the neck of the viola against your wrist. Make sure your elbow is under the center of the viola. The rest of the fingers on your left hand are used to press down on the strings and play notes. Curl your fingers so your thumb and index finger make a backward C-shape. Rest your fingers on the edge of the fingerboard for now.

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Put a shoulder rest on the viola to make it more comfortable. Balance the viola on the left side of your collarbone. Rest your chin and jaw on the chin rest. Hook your left thumb around the back of the viola’s neck. Curl the rest of your fingers over the neck.


Hold your arm out flat in front of you with your elbow bent. The top of your forearm should form a level surface. Apply a line of lotion from the back of your hand up your arm almost to the crease of your elbow. Squeeze lotion onto both forearms.  Do not rub the lotion into your arms, rather let it sit on your arm in the line you squeezed. You can use as much or as little lotion as you feel is necessary to cover your back completely. Bend your elbows and reach both of your arms behind you, placing the lotion covered forearms against your back. Depending on how flexible you are, this may hurt a little. It might be easier to place one arm behind your back at a time. If you have shoulder pain or are not very flexible, this method may not work well for you. Rub your forearms and the backs of your hands up and down your back like windshield wipers covering as much of your back as you can. You can use your left arm first to cover your left side and then place your right arm behind and use it to cover the right side of your back. Repeat this process as necessary if you don’t feel like you got enough lotion on your back.

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Squeeze a line of lotion onto the tops of both forearms and the backs of your hands. Place your arms behind your back. Move your arms in a windshield wiper motion.


Hold your finger on the open top, tilt it to wet your fingertip; that's all you'll need. Alternatively, use 1 drop in a tablespoon of carrier oil; grapeseed or olive oils are best. Do this at the base of your skull, where your spine and neck join. Close your eyes. Give yourself a good five to ten minutes, then see how your migraine feels.

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Use a small amount of pure peppermint oil. Gently rub your fingertip on your temples. Lay down in a dark, cool room.


Hold your fist out in front of you, knuckles facing the offender – but do not raise your middle finger yet. Then, make a fist with the other hand, and crank it in circles next to the first hand as though you are winding up an old-timey jack-in-the-box toy. As you crank, hum "Pop Goes the Weasel," the tune traditionally associated with jack-in-the-boxes. Hum and crank faster and faster as you approach the end of the tune. Then, at the final "Pop" of the "Pop Goes the Weasel" tune, extend your middle finger as though it is the jack popping out of the box. Finish humming the tune while flipping the person off. Make sure that you have the person's undivided attention. This move takes a bit of time to pull off, and you want to make sure to get the full effect. " Hold your fist in front of your face and put the tip of your thumb in your mouth. Act as though you are blowing up a balloon: "blow" into your thumb, and slowly extend all of your fingers as though your breath is inflating them. Then, hold you middle finger of the "balloon hand" with your other hand, and move the thumb away from your mouth. Slowly close the other fingers on your "balloon hand" until only your middle finger is left pointing at the person whom you want to flip off. Act as though you are looking for something: in your pocket, or between the couch cushions, or in a desk drawer. Make sure that you get the person's attention. Then, make a show of being relieved that you have found the thing you're looking for. Turn to show the person what you found: and flip them off! Alternately, lean down in front of the person as though you are picking something up off of the ground. Come up flashing your middle finger, and say, "Did you drop this?" " Blow on your thumb while pretending to play the trumpet, and flail your fingers as though you are hitting the valves. Periodically hold up only your middle finger. Add some musical effects for style! " Extend the middle fingers of both hands. Then, bring your arms behind your back and through your legs. You...

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Do the "jack-in-the-box" flip-off. Practice "the balloon. Pretend to "find" your middle finger. Try "the trumpet. Try the "double extreme.


Hold your gutter vacuum at roughly the base of the extension attachment. Switch on your vacuum. Pass the downward-facing end of the hook slowly over the gutter to remove leaves, twigs, and other debris. If your gutters are especially clogged, you may need to empty your vacuum while cleaning. Overly full vacuums may have decreased suction and leave behind gutter buildup. Although most of the buildup will likely be gone after vacuuming, stubborn blockages may remain. Lean a suitable ladder against your home and climb it to visually inspect the gutters. Dismount the ladder, then target remaining clogs with your gutter vacuum. Some obstructions may still remain even after being targeted with your gutter vacuum. Use a tree trimmer, pole, or a sturdy stick to poke at and loosen these obstructions. Suck up loosened material with your vacuum. Tie a garden hose to a pole or long stick. Turn on the hose and lift it up to the gutter. Rinse the entire gutter with water to remove any small debris remaining. Poor water flow at the downspout may indicate a blockage in the spout. Clogs can be removed from downspouts with a plumbing snake. Use the snake in the same fashion you would to remove a clogged drain.

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Clean the gutters. Inspect the gutters for missed debris. Remove small bits of remaining debris and check downspout flow.


Hold your hands over a sink and pour a generous amount of olive or vegetable oil into your palms. Rub your hands together thoroughly and focus on working away at the paint. Turn on the water with your elbow and continue rubbing your hands underneath the running water. If the paint isn’t coming off, squirt some hand soap into your palm and continue rubbing. To avoid making a mess, it may be best to do this in the shower if the spray paint is anywhere other than your hands and/or arms. Get a purification essential oil, which is a blend of multiple oils typically used to eliminate odor. Drop a few drops of the oil blend directly onto your skin where the spray paint is. Massage the oil into the painted skin, and you should notice the paint starting to thin. Continue rubbing until the paint is gone. Be careful not to touch your eyes when your hands have essential oils on them, as this may cause stinging and irritation. Get a generic cooking spray and spray it all over the painted area of your skin. Rub the affected area and the paint should come right off. Rinse your hands in the sink to get the oil and any remaining paint off. After thoroughly rubbing oil into your skin, squirt some grease-cutting liquid dish soap, such as Dawn, into your hands. As you lather, focus on rubbing the soap on any skin that still has paint on it. Once your skin is covered in suds, turn on the sink and place your hands under. Rub your hands together while you rinse the soap off completely. Then pat your skin dry with a hand towel. If you’ve gotten spray paint somewhere other than your hands or arms, rinse the soap off in the shower. Take a close look at your skin after you’re done rinsing. If you still see traces of spray paint on your skin, reapply the oil and then wash your skin with dish soap again.

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Rub olive oil or vegetable oil onto your skin. Use purification essential oil instead of vegetable oil. Try spraying cooking spray on your skin as an alternative. Lather with dish soap. Rinse the soap off of your skin. Repeat the process if any paint remains.


Hold your wood underneath a steady stream of water until you feel as if it is clean. Monitor this process carefully as too strong of a water stream can start to strip away the wood.  You can also break off finer wood details if you are not careful. Allow the wood to dry outside when finished. ‘Curing’ driftwood is the most popular cleansing method amongst aquarium users. Place the wood inside a large container. Slowly pour distilled water into the container until the wood is completely covered. Soak for one to two weeks. Remove the wood and allow it to dry in a cool location.  You will notice the water darkening over time. This is normal. It is the result of tannins being released. Leaching all tannins from your wood will keep your aquarium water clear. For maximum effectiveness, replace the soaking water if it takes on a ‘tea-color.’ When the distilled water appears clear and is no longer noticeably discolored, it is time to remove the driftwood. This is also a good, chemical-free way of diminishing the buoyancy of your driftwood. Ideally, you want your wood to sit on the bottom of an aquarium without floating to the top. Get a large container, mix bleach and distilled water together, and place your driftwood under the water. Use 2 teaspoons of bleach per gallon of distilled water. Soaking in a bleach solution will help to kill off any spores or bacteria that are lingering on the wood. Keep the driftwood submerged for a minimum of 15 minutes. If you plan to use your driftwood in an aquarium, it is best if you follow-up a bleach soak with a straight-distilled water soak. For the safety of your fish, all traces of bleach need to be out of the wood. Woodworking artisans often prefer to use a soda bath to clean their driftwood. Buy a cleansing soda, such as Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda. Get a large container and mix hot water and the soda together. Keep adding soda until it stops dissolving into the water easily. Then, lower your driftwood into the mixture. Soak for 48 hours minimum.  If your driftwood keeps...

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Power or pressure wash it. Submerge the wood in distilled water. Soak it in a bleach solution. Soak it in soda water.


Holding down both volume buttons, or a combination of the volume and home buttons, can sometimes bring up a boot menu. They are usually located along the left side of your phone. Your phone may require a combination of pressing and holding the volume and home buttons. Recovery mode is a feature that gives you tools to repair or install updates to your device. Click here for instructions on entering recovery mode from several different brands of Android phones. Many devices' boot menus will have instructions on how to reboot the phone using the volume buttons and power button as your controls. For example, on a Samsung Galaxy device, you can use the volume up and down buttons to scroll through the menu options, and use the power button to make a selection. The 'select' button varies between devices. Check the instructions at the top of your recovery mode menu screen to confirm which button to use.

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Find the volume buttons. Press and hold the buttons simultaneously. Use your volume buttons to move through the menu. Use the power or home button to select reboot.


Holding grudges against people and not apologizing can sometimes seem like the reasonable thing to do but in the end, if it’s your fault, only you can fix it. Apologize to them seriously, and if they don’t accept it, there isn’t much more you can do than ignore them. This will show them that you are friendly and kind. Give them compliments and try not to sound hurtful, don't judge them if they say bad stuff back. And if these things don't work out, just tell your friends and they can cool you down, and take a deep breath and try again. Never be offended, but if did, try not to lose control. "Control" is important, when things gets messed up, control yourself, or make excuses to get out of the situation instead of losing your mind trying to settle things. Treat your "enemy" well and see if they respond in a reasonable way. If not, others will see that you have tried and some (perhaps most) will respect you for trying. The other people are the people whose respect is worth having. This only contributes to them taking advantage of your kindness. Do not give enemies one ounce of your energy. By helping anyone, especially enemies, you may be giving something to someone who doesn't "deserve" it. Your best bet is to ground out their energy (return it to Earth/heaven/God/etc) and forget about it. Don't worry- they will get exactly what they deserve that way. They are probably only insulting you because they are jealous. No matter what they say, it can’t offend you unless you let it. Just remember when they say something nasty to you, they want you to react. So pretend you didn’t hear it. Don’t acknowledge them or give them any attention for it. If they continue insulting you or bothering you in any way, walk away from them. Don’t look at them or talk to them; just walk away. After a few times of you doing this they will probably get bored and stop picking on you.  Once you have tried everything to solve, turn them over to the universe and walk away (mentally, if you can't actually leave). Always remember that you...

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If you know why they hate you, be mature and apologize if it was your fault. Show them respect as you show to your friends; when they need help, help them. If you try to help people who are purportedly hostile and they retaliate unkindly, stop helping. Ignore whatever this person says. If this person starts being violent towards you or continue offending you or upsetting you, and ignoring them is not helping, tell them that their behavior is upsetting you and tell them that they have no reason for it.


Holding the chisel at a slight angle, work it underneath the mortar and hit it with a hammer.  Chip away at the mortar until the brick is loose and you're able to wiggle it free.  Put on a pair of safety goggles, respirator, and work gloves to protect your eyes, lungs, and hands. If possible, use a cold chisel (also called a cape chisel) to complete this task. Cold chisels have a wedge-shaped point, and you can purchase them online or at some home improvement stores. Grab the corners of the loose brick with your hands and slide it out of the cavity. When you've removed the old mortar and taken out the brick, use a broom or vacuum to remove any dust from it and the cavity.  Remove all of the mortar after pulling out the block until the cavity is completely empty. Dampen the empty brick cavity with water to help the new mortar adhere. Using a wet bristle brush, remove any dust and debris from the brick's surface. This will help the mortar adhere to the brick and prevent it from cracking in the future. If the brick is significantly dirty, surface clean it before applying the new mortar. Mix a ratio of sand and cement (as determined on the mortar mix packaging) with a shovel, forming a crater in the middle of the mix. Use the shovel to put dry mix from the side into the center crater, and let it sit for about 3-5 minutes before using.  You can buy brick mortar from most home improvement stores or online. If you don't want to mix the mortar yourself, you can also buy it pre-mixed. Add a 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) layer to the interior surface of the cavity and the top of the brick with a trowel. Make the layer as even as possible to help the brick adhere well to the cavity. Give the mortar inside the joints a slight concave shape to make it more weather-resistant. Slide the brick into the cavity, pushing on the side with your hands to set it all the way in. Use your trowel to add more mortar along the brick's horizontal and vertical joints, scraping away extra mortar and evening out the joints as you work. When you've put...

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Chip away the old mortar with a chisel. Pull out the loose brick. Scrub the brick with a wet bristle brush. Mix a batch of brick mortar. Apply the mortar to the dampened brick and cavity. Re-set the brick into the cavity. Let the mortar dry for 1-2 days.


Home Sharing allows you to share your iTunes library with up to five other authorized computers. Each computer will need to be logged in with the same Apple ID, and be connected to the same network.  Click "File" → "Home Sharing" → "Turn On Home Sharing". Enter in your Apple ID and password. Click Turn On Home Sharing  Repeat for each computer you want to connect. After connecting at least two computers with Home Sharing, you can switch libraries by clicking the Home button in the upper-left corner of the iTunes window. You can immediately start playing any content from the shared libraries on your computer by double-clicking it. Click the Settings... button after selecting a shared library to select what content you want to transfer to your computer. You can only transfer purchased content using this method.

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Enable Home Sharing on each device. View the different libraries. Play shared music and video. Transfer your purchased content.


Home cleaning remedies can be excellent, cheap solutions to many problems. Skunk spray, however, is one of the strongest and most stubborn smells you are likely to encounter. Spending money on a specialized cleaning product is recommended for permanent odor removal, without without any undesirable side effects. If you are not able to make a trip to the drugstore immediately, trying a different method first may be worth it, since the odor will be easiest to remove if you try as soon as possible. Light, indirect skunk sprays may also be removable with cheaper home remedies. If the dog has red, irritated eyes, it may be suffering from painful skunk spray in the face. Apply cool, clean water to the eyes by pouring from a cup, squirting with a turkey baster, or pouring from a gentle hose without any attachments to the end. Be sure to purchase a pet-safe "enzyme based" or "enzymatic" cleaning product for skunk odor removal. Unlike other commercial odor removal products, enzyme cleaners actually break down and permanently remove the odor-causing substances, instead of just masking the smell under a stronger one. Do not use a skunk odor removal product that does not specifically state it is safe for use on pets. Many of these products can be applied as a spray directly on the dog's fur, but check the packaging instructions first. There is usually no need to use water or soap, as the enzymes will remain on the fur while dry and break down the odor over the course of a couple hours.  Avoid spraying the dog's eyes or nose. If the smell is strong in the face, wet a cloth with the cleaning product and gently wipe the cheeks, forehead, and chin. If the dog has long fur and received a direct hit from the skunk spray, the odor may be trapped deeper in the coat. Use a cloth soaked in the cleaning solution to rub the dog's fur right down to the skin.

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Use this method for the best results. If the dog's eyes are red, flush them with cool water. Purchase an enzyme cleaner for skunk odor removal. Apply the product according to instructions.


Home remedies with natural ingredients are always an uncertain science, and the U.S. National Institute of Health doesn't report any to be consistently effective in all cases. Anecdotally, however there are a few things which may have a calming effect on cold sores. You can apply a few drops of pure vanilla extract to the cold sore using a sterile cotton ball three to four times per day.  The vanilla is alcohol based, and will function in a similar basic way to the rubbing alcohol. Vanilla extract also reduces inflammation, making the cold sore less painful. Only use 100 percent pure vanilla extract. Do not use artificial vanilla, since it does not contain the same anti-infection properties. Tea tree oil is used as a treatment for a variety of skin complaints, and can be used to ease the symptoms of a cold sore. It dries out skin very effectively, which can help your cold sore's healing process. It also has antiviral, antifungal, antiseptic and antibiotic properties. Dab it directly onto your cold sore with a cotton ball twice a day.  If you have sensitive skin, you may want to dilute the oil with equal parts water before applying it. Tea tree oil is toxic when ingested, so take care when applying near the mouth. Be aware that some research has suggested that using a 6% tea tree oil gel five times a day had little impact on cold sores. You can apply sea salt directly to cold sores on the outside of the mouth or you can gurgle salt water to treat cold sores inside the mouth. With clean hands, press the salt gently into the cold sore and allow it to sit there for around ten minutes before you wash it off. You can do this treatment two or three times a day.  Gargling with a salt water solution can ease a cold sore. Add half a teaspoon of salt to a mug of water. Swish the solution in your mouth for several minutes. The minerals in sea salt are thought to heal broken, inflamed skin, thereby reducing the severity of cold sores. Witch hazel has long been used for medicinal purposes, and it can be used to treat the...

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Rub a little vanilla extract over the sore. Apply tea tree oil. Use sea salt. Apply witch hazel.


Homebrew applications are programs (such as games and emulators for old game systems) that are written by individual programmers and usually distributed for free to anyone who wants them. The downside of running homebrew programs on your PSP is that it requires hacking your PSP's firmware so that it'll allow unlicensed programs. Hacking your PSP's firmware isn't a big legal deal to anybody, but custom firmware can occasionally impede your ability to run some commercial games properly. Although the homebrew community is always improving in reliability and compatibility, the problem still exists. Back up all of your save files and other electronically stored data onto a second memory stick before you proceed, just in case. You either have an official firmware or a custom firmware. The latest official firmware for the PSP is the version 6.61. If you have anything under 6.60 it's highly recommended you update it since new games do not work on older firmwares. So go to Sony's official website and download the latest firmware, they have a very detailed guide there to help you on the update process. After your system software is 6.60 you good install a Custom firmware (CFW). The best CFW for the PSP is called "PRO", No matter what PSP model you have (1000/2000/3000/e1000 or Go!) All work with the same PRO CFW. This is how to install it:  Download the 6.60 PRO-C fix3 CFW. There is a newer version called C2 but it has a bug which makes PSN games unplayable so it's recommended to stick with PRO-C fix3. Enter USB mode. Navigate to your PSP's “Settings” menu and select “USB mode.” Connect the PSP to your computer with a USB cable and open it up on your desktop. Be sure your empty memory card is still in the PSP. Navigate to the root file of the memory card. Copy the firmware. The firmware comes with 3 folders (PRO Update, CPL Flasher, and Fast recover), Copy this 3 folders inside the "PSP\GAME\" folder of your Memory Stick. Leave USB mode. Disconnect your PSP from your computer and exit USB mode by selecting the...

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Learn about homebrew. Know what you're getting into. Updating your PSP system to latest official firmware. Acquire custom firmware. Install the custom firmware. Get homebrew games.


Homemade cleaner for pearl jewelry is easiest to make, since it only has 1 ingredient. This is because pearls are extremely delicate and the strands holding them together are difficult to dry. Never clean a pearl jewelry item with anything more than a damp cloth.

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Fill a spray bottle with warm water, then spray water onto a clean, soft polishing cloth. Dampen the cloth, then wring out as much water as possible.


Homemade humidors can be made from plastic bins, old ammo cases, or cigar boxes. While these options may not keep cigars fresh as long as a humidor, they can do the trick for an mid-to-extended amount of time. If you are planning on storing the cigar for more than a week but don't want to buy a humidor, it's a good idea to make one.  After you've selected your container, wash it thoroughly with antibacterial soap and warm water. Let dry completely. The container should be big enough to hold cigars while they're all laying flat. Make sure the container closes completely, with some air circulation. This will keep the flavor from your cigars from mixing or losing their flavor. If the container is air-tight, make sure to expose your cigars to fresh air every two weeks, at least. Just as you would with a store-bought humidor, you need to find some way to keep the air in your homemade version around 70% humidity. Add a jar of Xicar humidifier beads/gel to the container, soaked in distilled water, then drained.  At the very least, a small, very-slightly dampened household sponge in the bottom of the container in the corner of the storage container will work in a pinch. This will ensure that moisture will be available inside the container once its shut. Securely close the lid on your container with the cigars inside. At a local cigar store, ask if they have any cedar dividers from cigar boxes lying around they wouldn't mind parting with. You can use these to either create cigar tubes to store individual cigars in, or to line the walls of your homemade humidor. This will help regulate the humidity. Monitor the temperature of the area you are storing them in and make sure it stays around 70 degrees Fahrenheit (21 degrees Celsius). Keep a thermometer close by to monitor the temperature, and smoke the cigars as soon as you get the chance. Check you cigars periodically to make sure they're not suffering from too much humidity, or becoming too dampened or wet. Look for any signs of mold, or beads of dampness in the...

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Find a suitable container. Humidify the container. Store the container in a cool, dark place.


Homemade lye water made from potassium hydroxide is ideal for making liquid soaps. You can also make your own castile soap, which uses a lot of fat to make a moisturizing soap. Potassium hydroxide lye is not ideal for making hard bar soaps. To make these types of soaps, use sodium hydroxide, which you can buy from home improvement stores, farm supplies, and online. . There are several foods, such as olives and lutefisk, that are traditionally cured with lye. You can use your homemade lye water to cure olives and other foods at home. Because lye is so caustic and eats organic materials like skin and hair, it has long been used as a household cleaner and drain cleaner. You can use your lye water to unclog drains in the laundry or utility room, clean bathtub drains, and unclog sink drains.

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Make liquid soap. Cure Olives Unclog drains.


Honestly, there's nowhere for it to go! The cervix, at the end of the vagina, only has a tiny opening to allow blood through. You can always pull it out by the string, or reach in and grab it with your fingers if the string breaks. Don't forget to remove all tampons by the end of your period, though! Just gently lift the string so it is out of the way. Alternatively, you can carefully tuck the string in, just so that it is out of the way when you pee. Tuck the string in shallowly, so that you can still feel it when you reach for it. You can start using tampons at any age, make sure to be comfortable first––you don't have to be over 18. Some girls skip using pads and go directly to using tampons, especially if they do sports like swimming or gymnastics. Contrary to one particularly unhelpful myth, using tampons does not make you "lose your virginity." Tampons might stretch the hymen (the thin membrane that usually stretches when you have sex), but the hymen should not tear. The hymen only partially covers the vaginal opening and is intended to stretch and bend. Even if your tampon use does stretch the membrane (which can happen during other activities, too, like frequent horse-riding), it doesn't mean you're not a virgin.  Another myth is that the hymen completely covers the vagina. Rest easy, your hymen does have an opening for tampon insertion and for your period to leave your body. The hymen normally will expand if you relax, but if you force a tampon through it while tense, your hymen may rupture. This can happen while doing sports, too. . Whether you're off to work or school or out playing sports, always have spare tampons in your bag. Especially when first starting your period, it might be helpful to pack a small makeup bag with tampons, pantyliners, wet wipes, and a spare pair of panties. That way, you don't have to worry about hopping out of bed early to change a tampon, or even risk Toxic Shock Syndrome, a rare but serious medical condition that happens when the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus gets...

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Be reassured that a tampon will never get stuck or lost inside you. Be aware that you can still go to the bathroom with a tampon in. Realize there is no minimum age to start using a tampon. Understand that using tampons doesn't make you lose your virginity. Make sure you have enough supplies, wherever you go If you sleep more than eight hours, use a pad overnight.


Honesty is important for any healthy relationship, so don’t be afraid to tell your boyfriend how you feel. Positive and negative feelings are all fair game. Ask him how he’s feeling, especially if he’s looking down.  If you’re upset because he’s been ignoring you at school, let him know. If you’re pumped about the award you just won, tell him. Imagine your boyfriend looks agitated. You could say, “Hey, you look kind of angry. What’s up?” Put down your phone and give him 100% of your attention. Try to understand what your boyfriend is actually trying to tell you. Repeat back what he says in your own words to show you understand. If you’re not sure what he’s trying to say, all you have to do is ask.  You might say, “So, it seems like you’re angry at your mom. Why is that?” Nod and say phrases “yes” or “I see” to show that you’re listening. Talking about tough stuff over the phone might be easier in the moment, but it makes solving problems more difficult. If you need to talk about a fight or confront your boyfriend about something hurtful he said, do it face-to-face. You can send him a text saying, “We need to talk. Can we meet up around three today?” Everyone makes mistakes. If you realize you’ve done something wrong, own up to it. Being stubborn and holding grudges won’t make anyone happy. You could say something like, “I realize that I shouldn't have made fun of you. I’m really sorry.” . You and your boyfriend will probably get in arguments occasionally. Don’t stress—an argument now and then is healthy. However, losing your cool during an argument is not. If you feel yourself getting too angry, stop and take a few deep breaths.  Don’t yell or raise your voice. It could make you both angrier. If you’re getting too angry to have a calm conversation, tell your boyfriend that you need to finish the conversation later when you’ve cooled down.

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Share your feelings and encourage him to do so, too. Be a good listener. Discuss serious matters in person. Admit when you’re wrong. Remain calm during arguments


Honey can help suppress coughs naturally, and it also has antibiotic properties. Putting one to two teaspoons of honey in your tea can help a sore throat from worsening. It can also ease the pain of a sore throat and make it easier for you to stay hydrated.  If you hate tea or other hot beverages, try taking a spoonful of honey. Honey by itself has properties that help prevent coughing.  Do not give honey to infants, and consult your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding about whether honey is safe for you to consume. A salt water rinse not only reduces throat inflammation but might also be able to get nasty viruses out of your system. There are also no adverse effects from a salt water rinse. Simply mix 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water. Take a sip of the salt water, gargle for 15 seconds or so, then spit. Repeat as necessary in order to get the full benefits of the salt water rinse. Hot and warm beverages can help thin the mucus in your throat, which will allow you to flush toxins more easily. They can also be incredibly soothing to a sore or scratchy throat. Moreover, hot beverages might be easier to drink than cold beverages during your pre-cold period, which will encourage you to stay healthy and hydrated. For maximum benefit, the hot beverages should be hydrating and should not have caffeine or alcohol. Try drinking:  Herbal teas Hot water with lemon and/or honey Clear broths Cigarette smoke can exacerbate a sore throat as well as weaken the immune system. Smoking can also dry out the throat, which makes it harder for the mucus membranes in your throat to fight infection. Stay away from cigarettes and secondhand smoke if you feel a cold coming on.

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Put honey in your tea. Gargle with salt water. Drink hot beverages. Stay away from smoke.


Hook a tape measure on a top corner of your window frame and pull it down to the bottom edge of the frame. Then do the same on the other side and in the middle, in case your window is not perfectly square.  If you already have a curtain rod, you only need to measure from the curtain rod to where you want the curtains to end. If you do find that your window is a different length on 1 side, keep the longest measurement. Most curtain rods are hung at least 4 inches (10 cm) above the top of the window frame. You may want to hang yours even higher to give the illusion of height to your windows and make the room seem taller.  Don’t add more than 8 inches (20 cm) to the length, as hanging curtains this high can look awkward.  You may also want to add 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) to your length to make your curtains hang down further below the window frame, which will block more light. Take a tape measure and find the width of the top, middle, and bottom of your frame. If the measurements are different, use the widest one. If you are installing a new curtain rod, you should plan to buy one that is at least 2 to 6 inches (5.1 to 15.2 cm) longer than the width of your frame. To make the blackout curtains more effective, and create a more attractive look, you will want your curtains to have plenty of depth. In order to have enough material for the curtains to fold over themselves several times, they should be at least 2.5 times as wide as your frame. For instance, if your frame is 3 ft (0.91 m) wide, you will want curtains that are 7.5 ft (2.3 m) wide. To buy a curtain rod that extends far enough out from your window frame, you will need to know the depth of the frame. Use a tape measure or ruler to measure the distance from the wall to the point where your frame extends the farthest.

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Measure the length of your window frame. Add 4 in (10 cm) if you are installing a curtain rod. Measure the width of your window frame. Multiply your frame’s width by 2.5. Measure the depth of the frame if you are installing a new rod.


Hopefully, if you have more than one goldfish, your goldfish are all the same type. Unfortunately, goldfish are known to eat other, smaller fish, and can overeat, keeping food from their peers. If another fish is smaller or slower, it doesn't stand a chance. You can use a commercially available tank divider to keep your “bully” or weaker fish apart from the other(s). Goldfish can be decent "community tank" fish. However, good roommates need to be selected carefully. White Cloud Mountain Minnows or Zebra Danios are good choices, and so are Plecos. However: These fish live in schools, so if you're buying extra fish, you need to at least buy an extra half dozen. So in short: Keep your goldfish with other similar goldfish.  Any new fish brought into an established aquarium should be quarantined for two weeks beforehand. If they have any diseases, you don't want those spread to your healthy fish! Keep in mind that goldfish like colder water than most community fish, so any other species you add to the tank should be hearty. (You could also consider adding a goldfish to a tank with overly-productive livebearers to eat the unwanted offspring and keep your fish numbers in check.) Remember that test you did before you added your precious little fish? You gotta keep that up! Ammonia and nitrite levels should be at 0. A range of pH 6.5-8.25 is fine.

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Add your fish. Measure for ammonia, nitrite, and pH.


Hormonal changes in the body can cause the breasts and nipples to swell and feel sore. Usually imbalances in estrogen and progesterone are to blame for this. There are a few situations where these kinds of hormonal fluctuations are normal.  During pregnancy, especially during the first trimester.  Right before or during menstruation.  When women begin entering menopause.  Men can also experience this. It is usually because of an imbalance of estrogen and testosterone. While men don't experience menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause, it's still common for hormones to fluctuate.  Sore nipples can be caused by obesity and peripheral conversion of estrogen in fat cells. this can lead to gynecomastia. If your nipple pain is due to hormonal fluctuations, topical creams probably won't work. It is best to dull the pain with a cold compress. Remember to wrap any ice packs in a towel and apply them for no more than 20 minutes. If your nipples are still sore, you can reapply the compress after your skin has warmed up and all feeling has returned. To deal with the pain and tenderness in your nipples from hormone changes, take OTC pain relievers. This will help dull the pain and keep you comfortable. In this case, acetaminophen is the best option. NSAIDs reduce inflammation, which isn't causing your nipples to hurt in this case. NSAIDs will also be effective, however. Avoid aspirin if you are under 20 because of risk of Reye's Syndrome. If your nipples and breasts are sore, a more supportive bra can help alleviate the pain. This is especially important if you're pregnant to prevent stretching. You might also want to wear a sports bra while sleeping. If the breasts move at night, it could make the pain worse. If your pain lasts longer than a few days to a week, it could be an indication that another problem is causing it. Visit the doctor for an examination to see if you're suffering from another underlying problem that's causing your nipples to hurt. If your breast pain is persistent or unbearable, he or she may prescribe...

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Consider your hormonal state when your nipples hurt. Apply a cold compress to your nipples. Take a pain reliever. Choose a more supportive bra. Visit your doctor if the pain persists. Ask your doctor about danazol.


Hormonal reactions based on your diet and lifestyle trigger oil production. Reduce processed foods in your diet. Eat more fruits and vegetables and drink lots of water. You might consider reducing your dairy intake because milk product hormones impact acne and oil production. Eating excess carbohydrates also causes increased acne  Take one tablespoon of flaxseed oil daily. Flaxseed oil helps produce natural oil, reducing the need for excess oil production. Increased blood flow from aerobic exercise should help your skin. Incorporate walking, running, or biking into your daily routine. Exercise also can help reduce stress by producing endorphins. If you exercise outdoors, your skin also will benefit from receiving sufficient Vitamin D. Stress can increase levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Higher cortisol levels lead to increased oil production. Take the time to relax and meditate. Exercising or wearing a face mask can reduce stress and oiliness. Also be sure to sleep enough so that your skin looks its best.

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Eat healthy foods. Exercise more. Reduce stress levels. Finished.


Hormonal shifts, such as puberty, pregnancy or menopause can cause a temporary increase in body hair.  There hormonal shifts are completely normal and after they finish, the hair growth is likely to diminish.  Hair growth can also be caused by medical conditions that you may be able to resolve through treatment.  Conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), adrenal gland tumors and Cushing’s disease could each cause your body to produce too many male hormones. There are a number of medications that may cause unusual hair growth as a side effect.  Depending on the medication and the condition you are using it to treat, you may be able to prevent further hair growth simply by changing to an alternative medication.  Look your prescriptions up online to check for side effects or contact your doctor to discuss it.  Some medications that may cause hair growth are:  Some anti-seizure medications Steroids like cortisone IFG-1 (a specific form on insulin) Some birth control pills Studies have shown that you can reduce the amount of androgen in your body while increasing the level of female hormones your body produces.  Through consistent drinking of spearmint tea, you can produce a noticeable drop off in body and facial hair growth.  Make tea using 1 heaping teaspoon or 1.5 teaspoons of chopped spearmint leaves. Brew the spearmint leaves with one cup of boiling water for ten minutes. Drink two cups of spearmint tea a day for a minimum of five days to begin to see results. Dropping unhealthy weight has been shown to significantly reduce hair growth in some women.  Having excess body fat can affect the way your body produces hormones, which can lead to excess body hair growth.  Losing weight can help your body to better regulate your hormone levels, thus limiting your body’s production of body hair.  Women with a body mass index (BMI) higher than 25 have significantly higher levels of testosterone than women with a lower BMI.  Make sure to pursue healthy methods of losing weight.  Losing weight and limiting hair...

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Speak to your doctor. Check to see if you’re taking medications that can cause hair growth. Reduce testosterone with spearmint tea. Consider losing weight if you are overweight or obese. Replace red meat with soy.


Horse whisperers get clients by word of mouth primarily, but you may also want to consider running some ads when you first get started. You can advertise in horse magazines, in the local newspaper, or through any classes or stables near your home. If you plan to run advertisements, then you will need to develop a budget for how much you are willing to spend on ads as well. By selling your services as a horse whisperer, you will need to save a sizable portion of your income for taxes. This can often be 30% of your income or more. Don't get yourself in hot water by not setting aside enough money to pay your taxes. Some other things you may want to consider include:  Get a tax accountant. Preparing taxes for your business can be difficult and time consuming. You may be better off paying someone else to do so. Use purchases to deduct from your tax payment. You may be able to deduct some of your business expenses to reduce your tax payment. Keep in mind that you will have to save your receipts to do this and in case you get audited. Charge extra to cover the cost of taxes. To make sure that your earnings will not be cut short, you will need to charge your clients enough to cover your taxes. One great way to advertise your business is to share your contact information with the horse veterinarians in your area. Horse owners will often ask veterinarians for recommendations on horse trainers, so sharing your information with veterinarians may lead to some phone calls from prospective clients. Trade shows are great places to meet other professionals and learn about new products, techniques, and research in your field. Ask other horse whisperers in your area about the trade shows that they attend and begin going to a few trade shows per year. A website can help you to market your business because the internet is often the first place that people look to find out about a product or service. Include in your website information about your services, your credentials, and contact information. Some nice photos of you working...

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Advertise your business. Make sure to set aside money to pay your taxes. Call veterinarians in your area to provide your contact information. Attend trade shows to network with other professionals. Set up a simple website.


Horseback riding can be very difficult and takes a lot of time and patience. Try to find a reputable stable in your area and take lessons from an established trainer. It's a good idea to have supervision when beginning to take riding lessons in case of an injury to you or the horse.

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Horses are scored on a scale of 1 to 9 according to their amount of muscle and fat. This is figured by looking at, feeling, and ranking 6 areas of the horse's body. The veterinarian can help you determine your horse's score which will let you decide if your horse needs to gain weight. The ideal body score is a 5 or 6.  Scores of 1 to 4 are considered thin, and will need more feed to boost weight. An extremely underweight horse will need a feed that is high in protein and fats (such as rice bran) to promote weight gain. Keep in mind that a score of 9 would mean that a horse is very obese and this is also unhealthy. Talk with your local feed merchant. The merchant will know the benefits of the various feeds that are stocked. Describe your horse's condition, so you can get a good recommendation on what feed you should be purchasing. Just remember not to feed a lot of grain, since this can be hard for your horse to digest. You can also ask the advice of fellow equestrians. Many of them may be able to offer helpful tips and tricks to build up your horse's condition. If your horse is thin, ask your vet to recommend a target weight. You'll then want to look at the feed package and weigh out how much it should be eating a day. Don't use a scoop, since this can be inaccurate and you may be overestimating how much you're feeding your horse. Be sure to feed for your horse's desired weight and allow it access to a pasture.  An average horse will need 1.8 to 2% of its body weight in feed (including supplements). So, an average horse in good condition needs about 18 to 20 pounds of feed a day.  If you're trying to fatten your horse, consider upping the amount of food by 2.3 to 2.5% of body weight for a slow gradual gain. If your horse is severely underweight, consider feeding it a high-protein hard feed, which is calorie dense. You can give a high energy extruded (shaped) food (500-700g for every 100 kg of body weight) mixed with an equal volume of chaff (straw cut up for fodder or seed husks). Or, you could feed rolled...

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Condition score your horse. Get advice on choosing a feed. Determine how much food your horse needs. Consider using a high-protein hard feed. Ensure your horse has sufficient grass. Consider adding oils to the feed.


Horses require between 5-15 gallons of water per day. If possible, make sure that your horse has access to water at all times. Otherwise, make sure that you water your horse at least twice per day and allow several minutes for your horse to drink. Make sure that the water in your horse’s trough is clean and not frozen. Keep the trough clean as well by hosing it out every day. Structural carbohydrates, like hay and grass, are essential to a horse’s diet. Horses eat large quantities of hay and grass as their main source of food. In fact, horses should eat about 15-20 pounds or 1-2% of their body weight in hay every day, so make sure that your horse always has plenty of hay to chew on. Make sure that the hay you feed your horse is free of mold and dust. Nonstructural carbohydrates, like oats, corn, and barley, are also essential to a horse’s nutrition. Provide small amounts of grain to your horse throughout the day. Every day, horses can also have ½ pound of grain per 100 pounds of body weight. Feed grain to your horse in two or three evenly spaced feedings during the day.  Make sure to measure the portions that you feed your horse to make sure that you are giving her the correct amount.  If the weather is hot, feed grain to your horse during the cooler hours of the day, such as early in the morning and later in the evening. Although your horse will get most of its calories from hay and grass, you should feed your horse some fortified feed each day to help meet any nutritional gaps. Protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals are important parts of your horse’s nutrition, but they are not required in large amounts. If you think your horse is not getting all of the necessary vitamins and minerals from feed, then you can supplement with special vitamins for horses. Just be careful not to overload your horse with too many vitamins. An excess of vitamins can cause problems just like a deficiency of vitamins can. Giving treats to your horse when you want to reward her is a great way to bond with your horse as well. Just...

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Provide your horse with plenty of fresh, clean water. Provide your horse with plenty of structural carbohydrates. Provide your horse with nonstructural carbohydrates in moderation. Supplement your horse’s diet with feed to provide protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals. Supplement as needed. Give treats in moderation.


Horses sometimes bite as a way to express their irritation at pain or other discomfort. You don't want to punish a horse for expressing pain. Check your horse's equipment, making sure everything fits properly and has been put on correctly, and keep an eye out for injuries.  Check your horse's equipment to make sure it fits properly and is the appropriate tightness. This is especially true for tack equipment such as the saddle and bridle. If it is either too tight or too loose, it will not feel right to the horse. Always make sure your gear, especially pieces made from leather, are clean and sturdy. This will prevent irritation to your horse, and make it less likely for you to have an accident from a broken tack.  Check your horse's shoes as well. Make sure they are clean, don't have any impediments, and fit properly. If there is an issue, contact your farrier to have the shoes adjusted or reshod.  Eye injuries are also a common problem for horses. If your horse is squinting or tearing up, you notice his lids swelling, his corneas becoming opaque, or facial asymmetry (each eye looks different), check with your veterinarian to determine the problem. If your horse nips you, quickly strike him with an open palm. This should be a quick smack, almost like a reflexive swat. A big windup or additional screaming and flailing will only confuse your horse.  It can be helpful to add a loud “Stop!” or “Knock it off!” to increase the shock for your horse. Adding language can also help train the horse to recognize verbal commands, so that eventually saying “Stop!” will help prevent biting without the physical contact.  Alternatively, have a rope nearby. If a colt starts nipping, give him a swish with the rope. This mimics the response he would get from an older horse's tail, reminding the colt who is in charge.  If you aren't comfortable striking the horse, you can also use your thumb and forefinger to twitch him between the nostrils on his nose or his neck. It won't hurt him, just give an unpleasant shock that he won't...

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Look for signs of discomfort. Give the horse a quick smack on the muzzle. Reward good behavior. Always respond quickly.


Hospital gowns are just the worst, so having your own will bring you comfort. Nothing too fancy though - it's childbirth, not a fashion show and you will probably get fluids and blood on it. Comfort over style. Buy a gown from a thrift store or a cheap store, one you won't mind parting with if it gets too messed up. The labour, and especially the delivery processes, steal a lot of heat from the mother's body, and socks are essential. Don't just pack one pair, pack several. You may want to layer them. Calming music, audio books, or a good book for someone to read to you can help pass the time. Labour is a long process and, aside from the occasional jabs of pain, largely uneventful (if you are lucky). A distraction may help you to pass the time. Lollipops are a laboring woman's best friend. Food is not allowed during the labor and delivery process, so if your birthing location, doctor, or midwife allows it, lollipops can help you through. Barley sugar might be another source of energy and determined sucking during the labor. Nightgown/pajamas (If breastfeeding, try getting nursing pajamas or you can try nursing gowns from morph maternity for ease nursing); three nighties: Large sizes in all three so at least one will fit over your bump when you’re in labour, but more importantly, so it is easy to pull down if you decide to breastfeed. Slippers, socks, bed socks (hospital floors are notoriously chilly) Fresh underwear One or two pairs nursing bras  or you can have leak-proof nursing bras if you will be breastfeeding. About 3-4 outfits that are loose and comfortable that you wore when you were about six months pregnant. Make sure the clothes won't rub your incision in case you get a C-section. Toothbrush, toothpaste, travel container. Toothbrushes: One for you and one for your birth partner. Be sure to have a cover of some sort. Soap Deodorant Body lotion (make sure it's not heavily scented - baby's little nose is sensitive!) Shampoo and conditioner - trial size Hairbrush Hairdryer. Check with the hospital you...

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Bring your own gown to feel more comfortable. Ensure that you have plenty of socks. Consider bringing some music. Bring hard candy. Pack your clothing: Bring any hygiene/beauty needs. Pack whatever other accessories and aids you might need.


Hostas are a popular snack for a number of insects and animals. If you notice that your hosta has been nibbled on, use a small pair of shears or a sharp knife to snip away the damaged leaves as close to the base of the stem as possible.  Hail can also damage the leaves of your hosta plant. Removing the damaged leaves will encourage the hosta to direct its energy towards the healthy parts of the plant. When you’re watering your hosta plant, try to direct the flow of water down towards the base of the plant. Otherwise, you may start to see wilting leaves, black dots, or stunted growth, which could be signs of a fungus or nematode. If you see these signs, promptly cut away the infected leaves or stems from the plant. If one of your plants is infected with a fungus, virus, or other diseases, you may spread the blight with your tools as you’re pruning. Even if you don’t see any signs of illness, wipe down the blades of your tool with rubbing alcohol before you move to the next plant. If you’re removing plants infected with hosta virus X, or HVX, wash your tools and your hands after you finish handling each individual plant. There are a number of diseases which can affect your hostas, the most serious of which is HVX. If you notice light or dark green lines travelling along the veins of your hosta leaves, mottled or blotchy discoloration on the leaves, circular spots, or wilting leaves, it could be a sign of the rapidly-spreading hosta virus X. Remove the entire plant to keep it from spreading. Burning is the most effective way to destroy HVX, though you'll need to make sure it’s allowed in your area.  Other diseases which might affect your plant include foliar and root-knot nematodes, petiole rot, Southern blight, and the anthracnose fungus. If you can not burn the infected hosta plants, send them to the landfill. Do not add HVX-infected hostas to your compost pile, otherwise you may spread the disease.

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Remove leaves which have been eaten by slugs, rabbits, or other garden pests. Cut away infected leaves and stems. Sanitize your cutting tools after pruning infected plants. Burn infected hosta plants if you can.


Hostas will wilt and turn brown if their soil gets too dry, so make sure to water them frequently to keep the soil moist. Water hostas under the foliage at their bases to prevent the leaves from getting burned by the sun.  Watering hostas in the morning will help keep them hydrated during hotter parts of the day during the summer. You can sprinkle mulch around the bases of the hostas to help keep the soil moist. Hostas don't stay green all winter, so after the first frost of fall, you'll probably want to cut them back - otherwise they'll look dried out and dead all winter long. Use pruning shears or a scissors to cut them back to a couple of inches. They'll come back out in the spring. You can also cut hostas flowers. Whether you cut your hostas when they're flowering or once the bloom has faded is up to you! At the beginning of the growing season, help bring the hostas back by adding compost to the soil. Add a layer of mulch to help retain moisture. Water the area thoroughly to help the new growth emerge. after 3 or 4 years. Hostas are quite durable, and it's easy to divide them to share with friends or plant in other areas of your garden. To divide a hosta, lift it out of the ground and separate a few stems and their roots from the main part of the plant. This is best done in early spring, when the leaves are still curled, but you can do it at any point during the summer if your plants are healthy. This will help maintain the overall quality of your Hostas and will make doubling your Hosta population easier. Hostas are favorites of deer, snails, and slugs. If these animals are common in the area you live, take precautions to protect against these species.  Keep deer away by building a fence around your yard, or luring them to the edges with other deer-friendly plants. Many gardeners find that setting out shallow bowls of beer around the hostas is an effective way to  get rid of slugs. Eliminate black vine weevil with an insecticide soap. Prevent nematodes by removing or drying overly wet foliate. If you see...

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Water your hostas frequently. Cut hostas back after the first frost. Compost the soil in the spring.  Divide your hostas Protect your Hostas from pests. Protect your hostas from disease.


Hostility is a large and unmistakable emotional mass for an Empath.  Once one has sensed this specific set of vibrations and learned that it means hostility or danger, it can be avoided or sidestepped rather easily. Even if others to not know you are an Empath, in most groups it is easy to suggest taking one hallway, road or path versus another, thereby bypassing the threat. This knowledge eliminates confusion and frustration in many aspects of life. Most Empaths are very strongly connected to the earth and all living things. For clients, this ability paves the road for trust, feeling safe and supported and having someone value you for exactly who you are.  Getting angry at an empath is a big mistake and feels like having a bucket of water thrown in their face. An inexperienced empath is likely to wonder what's going on and feel very upset. An experienced empath might respond rather more abruptly. Either way you won't understand just how offended the other person feels. Remember that although you will always feel driven to some extent to help others and be a good custodian of our world, it is not up to you alone.  Do not allow yourself to be depleted or taken hostage emotionally.

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Avoid danger or warn others when you sense hostility. Knowing always if someone is telling you the truth or not saves time and energy. Being good custodians of the earth is a given with Empaths. Helping others using both a professional skill and Empathic ability is also a calling for many Empaths.


Hosting a game yourself requires downloading the game file, then uploading it back onto your own website. Downloaded files may contain viruses and malware. Learn what to avoid and install antivirus software before you begin. Scanning each file before opening it is recommended. Users playing the game will contribute to your bandwidth. Only select sites allow visitors to download their games, and not all of them are trustworthy. Listed below are a few sites that generally offer safe downloads — although there is still the chance of a virus, since the games are made by many different people.   Crazy Monkey Games (sponsored games only)  Armor Games (select games only)  FreeGameJungle (select games only) Bored.com If you can't find a download link for the game you want, contact the game's creators directly to ask for permission. Most sites limit downloads to trusted games, and have you visit a special page to browse the download links. Others let you download any game from the individual game page.  Each of the links above takes you directly to a download page. Just click the download link next to each game, then double-click the compressed file to get the actual game files. On Bored.com, visit the game page, click the Share tab underneath the game, then click the download link underneath the embed HTML code. Most browser games are made with Flash, so the file extension is .swf. Some games are made in HTML or, rarely, in other formats, but make sure you recognize the file extension before uploading it.  If you are using a free web hosting service such as Wordpress, you may need to install a plugin first in order to host the game. Look for a Flash player plugin to host a Flash game. Some web hosts do not allow .swf files or other game files. In this case, upload the file to a free content hosting website, then link to it using an <embed> tag as described below. After uploading the game, you can link to the file just as you would any other page on your website. This will take the visitor to a new page to play the...

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Know the risks of hosting. Find a game site that allows downloads. Download the game. Upload the game file to your website directory. Link to the game. Embed the game instead. Follow terms of service.


Hot air balloons are based on a simple concept. As you heat air, or any other gas, it becomes less dense. Just like a bubble rising in an aquarium, the hot air will float above the denser, colder air around it. Get the air in the balloon hot enough, and it can lift the balloon canvas, the basket, and everyone inside it as well. Air gets progressively thinner (less dense) as you travel upward, because there is less pressure from the weight of the air above it. Because of this, a hot air balloon only rises until it reaches the point where the density of the balloon plus the air inside it is equal to the density of the air around it. The structure is so simple that you may already understand it, but learn the terminology so you and your crew can communicate to each other:  The fabric balloon itself is called an envelope, made from sewn panels called gores. In most balloons, there's a hole at the top of the envelope, tightly covered by a flap of fabric. This is called a parachute valve. It is attached to a rip line that runs all the way down to the basket. The bottom end of the envelope, or mouth, is located above a burner, which produces flame fueled by the propane tanks underneath. The propane tanks, passengers, and cargo all stand in a basket attached beneath the envelope. The pilot should wear safety goggles, since they will be close to the flame. Pilot and crew should wear heavy-duty gloves, long sleeves, and long pants, and avoid nylon, polyester, or other materials that melt when exposed to flame. Everyone in the basket should keep in mind that the balloon may land in mud or rough terrain, and wear comfortable clothes and shoes. All it takes to add propane to the fire is opening a simple blast valve on the line attached to the propane tanks, typically located just beneath the burner. The wider you hold the valve open, the more heat rushes into the balloon, and the faster it rises. Dropping ballast, or any heavy object, over the side of the balloon will reduce the overall density of the balloon, and cause...

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Understand why a balloon rises. Know the basic structure. Wear protective clothing. Let out more propane to rise. Learn how to stay at a stable height. Open the parachute valve to lower the balloon. Raise or lower to control direction.


Hot glue a large pompom in a contrasting color to the top of the hat. Decorate the bottom edge with a trim or a row of mini pompoms. Add other decorations to the hat, such as glitter or sequins, if desired. Don't use any decorations you think your dog might mess with. For example, most dogs won't appreciate tassels dangling in front of their face.

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Decorate the hat with pompoms, trim, and other items.


Hot water makes the hair even curlier and more unmanageable. Beat the egg, then massage it in thoroughly. Cover your hair with a plastic bag or a shower cap. Leave this in for about half an hour to feed your hair vital nutrients. Wash the egg out of your hair. Because eggs contain protein, this treatment may not be ideal for weak hair that stretches and breaks when brushed. You can use just about any kind of vegetable oil, but coconut oil and jojoba oil are recommended. Pour enough oil to fill about ¼ of a tea cup (about ⅛ measuring cup or 30mL). Massage this into your hair, replace the shower cap, and move on to the next step. This will soften your hair to a healthy, supple texture.  You can use sunflower oil or other cooking oils, but these may smell bad. You can even use an avocado if you have no oil. This will "cook" the oil into your hair, restoring shine and flexibility. At the salon, all you need to do is sit under the dryer. At home, sit on a chair and let your head hang backwards with your hair over a bucket of boiling water. Either way, this takes about 30 minutes. Add a few drops of vinegar to the water to reduce dandruff. You need low heat setting to dry African hair so that hair does not become brittle. To dry quickly and effectively, clip your hair into several segments. For each segment, comb out and blow dry lines of hair one by one. Finish the whole segment before moving on to the next. Glycerin is the best of the best when it comes to African hair. This last step will protect your hair from breakage. What you have in the end is a head full of fluffy, shiny, kinky hair!  Braid your hair afterward to help your hair grow.

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Wash your hair with lukewarm water. Let an egg sit in your hair. Massage in oil. Steam the hair. Rinse with warm water. Blow dry. Oil the hair with glycerin.


Hot water not only damages hair and causes it to become more frizzy and dry, but it can also cause dye to fade faster. If you want softer, healthier hair, wash it with cool water. This will also help the dye to last longer. Products made specifically for color-treated hair would also work. Avoid using shampoos and conditioners that contain sulfates, however, as they will remove the dye from your hair. You can use store-bought oils and butters, or you can use natural ones, such as coconut oil and shea butter. Apply the oils, butters, and creams to your hair whenever it starts to feel dry. The deep conditioning mask can be homemade or store-bought. Apply the mask to damp hair. Cover your hair with plastic wrap, wait 20 minutes, then rinse it out. If you are using a store-bought mask, make sure that it does not contain sulfates. Bleaching and dyeing is very harsh on hair, so you want to give your hair a break. Don't relax your hair after dyeing it. If you want to straighten your hair, use a good heat protectant and a low-heat setting on your flat iron. When possible, allow your hair to air-dry.

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Wash your hair with cool water to maintain its color and health. Stick with sulfate-free shampoos and conditioners. Moisturize your hair with oils, butters, and creams. Deep conditioner your hair at least once per week. Limit the heat styling and chemical treatments.


Hotels usually provide a safe in your room to protect your valuables. Combination safes that you can set yourself are much safer than key-lock safes.  Electronics, like laptops, music players, and tablets, are often targeted by thieves, making these prime candidates for room safe storage. Jewelry and other small valuables are easy to hide in pockets and smuggle out of your room. Keep these in your room safe as well. If your room safe appears to be poorly made or easy to break into, you may want to forego storing anything in it and use the front desk safe instead. Room safes tend to be small, so you may need to split valuables between your room safe and the one at the front desk. Also, larger items simply might not fit into your room safe and may need to be stored in the front desk safe.  When keeping items in the hotel safe, always ask for a written receipt that lists the items you're keeping in the safe. Most hotels will not insure or replace items stolen from your room safe, but will for items kept in the front desk safe. A glimpse of a designer dress or a fancy suit may tempt hotel workers. Keeping all your luggage zipped closed, especially when you're out for the day, will decrease the risk of a hotel worker taking something. You might also want to move your luggage to a less visible location, like in a closet or under the bed, to further remove temptation. The small locks used to secure luggage or technology won't deter a serious thief, but they will help prevent casual theft. Thieves often look for the easiest victim, and your locks will send a signal that you're a cautious traveler. These kinds of locks can be found at most hardware stores, technology stores, luggage stores, or through online retailers. Open windows or balconies will be easier for a thief to break into. Every time you leave your room, check to make sure each window, balcony, and door leading into/out of your room is closed and secure. Even on higher floors, burglars may be able to easily hop from the balcony of a neighboring room to your own.

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Lock valuables in your room safe when out and about. Use the front desk safe. Seal your luggage when not in your room. Utilize luggage and technology locks. Close your room completely when going out.


Hotels want to book as many rooms per night as they can, and later in the evening they will have a good idea of how much availability they have. Check booking websites and the hotel’s website directly to see how much a room would cost that night and to see if there are any last minute deals.  You can also take advantage of booking someone else’s cancelled reservation this way. This option works best if you are traveling for leisure or by yourself for business, rather than if you are attending a big event or conference. Bigger events mean rooms will be booked up early in the season. The people who work at the hotel are more likely to offer you a discount or upgrade. Be friendly and polite, and don’t be afraid to ask about getting a better price. Better yet, go to the hotel directly and talk to someone at the desk. Face to face is often a better way to make a connection with someone if you’re asking for a deal. New hotels are looking to get the word out about their hotel and will likely offer discounted prices to drum up more business. You may even be able to book your stay with the manager directly, who can offer a bigger discount. Stop into these new hotels rather than making a reservation on the phone. This way you can check out the surroundings to make sure they’ll meet your expectations. Many credit cards offer travel deals or points that can get you a few bookings for free every year. Using these to make a day-of reservation will give you more flexibility in where you stay because you won’t be as concerned about your budget. Cards like Discover and Capital One Venture offer cash back money or bonus points that can be redeemed for hotel stays. Check what discounts your current credit card company can give you. Hotels that have available rooms often place them on booking sites with their lowest acceptable booking price. When you're ready to make a bid, go to a booking site, select your preferred neighborhood and star levels, and the price you're willing to pay. The name of your hotel won’t be revealed until...

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Take advantage of upgrades by booking later in the day. Call the concierge directly rather than the 800 reservation number. Stay at a newer hotel to save money. Redeem credit card points for hotel bookings. Bid on a room to get a good deal on a last minute booking.


House breaking starts as soon as you get home, by putting the dog on their toilet spot and praising it when it goes. This is the first step toward training your Bichon Frise. Bichon Frises are quick learners in most aspects, but can be notoriously difficult to potty train.  Many owners are wary of crate training as they don't want to confine their pets. However, dogs are den animals and do not mind being occasionally confined to a crate. Periodically crating a dog, for road trips or overnight vet visits, is inevitable. It's good idea to get your pet used to a crate regardless of potty training. Try to make entering the crate a treat rather than a punishment. Keep it comfortable, with bedding and toys, and offer your Bichon a small treat before it enters its crate. However, make sure any toy you put in the crate is big enough your dog cannot swallow it. This is especially important if you have a puppy who may not know better. If you have a puppy, it might occasionally have an accident in its crate overnight. Most puppies should be able to sleep soundly in their crate without urinating or defecating after three months. If your Bichon is still having bathroom problems after 3 months, talk to a vet to rule out underlying medical issues. You'll have to keep your Bichon in the crate any time it is not supervised. When you go to bed, go out, or are busy with household chores, your Bichon will need to be in its crate. Play with it for 10 to 15 minutes before putting it in the crate so it's relaxed and does not have pent up energy. However, it is important not to treat the crate as a "cage" or "prison" and to keep use to a minimum. If necessary, when you are home keep the dog on a lead so you can keep an eye on it and take it outside to toilet as soon as you spot signs of your dog wanting to toilet. If you have a puppy, take it out even more frequently (every 20 - 30 minutes). You need to get your Bichon on a bathroom schedule and teach it outside is the proper place to do its business. When you're first housebreaking...

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Start house breaking immediately. Proceed with crate training. Take your Bichon Frise out every 2 to 3 hours. Try paper training if your Bichon is particularly stubborn about housebreaking.