Look directly into your boyfriend’s eyes for a few seconds. If he returns the gaze, he probably wants to kiss you, too. Looking into each other’s eyes creates intimacy and helps people feel connected. Drop your gaze from his eyes to his lips slowly and lean in just a little bit. This simple body language will cue him into your next move. Don’t be rough or yank on him, just gently pull him closer. You can put your hands around his neck or on his chest. He may put his hands on your waist. Do whatever feels comfortable for you both, rather than worrying about what you “should” do. Be mindful of his body language at this point. If he stiffens up or tries to pull away from you, he may not be feeling comfortable. Save the kiss for another time. Turning your head will prevent your noses from knocking together which could make this intimate moment awkward. Keep your lips soft and barely puckered. Don’t press too hard; use minimal pressure. Again, try not to think too much about the motions. Let them come naturally. A gentle kiss should be short and sweet. If he leans back in after you both pulled away a bit, then he probably wants to kiss you again. If you’re okay with that, lean in and give him another kiss.  Don't force another kiss on him, especially if he doesn't lean in for a second one. If you don't won't want a second kiss, give a gentle sign, such as leaning back, pulling away, or turning your face to the side. Shoving him away is not a good option.

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Gaze into his eyes, then look at his lips. Tug him gently closer to you. Tilt your head slightly and press your lips softly to his. Pull away after a few seconds.


Look down on the engine to figure out which cylinder is closest to the front of the engine. Note the circular cylinders and the timing belt on the engine’s front. The first cylinder is on the rightmost ones in most engines. Once you have it, put the test compressor’s hose into the spark plug slot, turning it clockwise by hand until it locks in place. Keep in mind that compression testing kits often come with multiple adapter hoses. Use one that fits well in your vehicle’s engine. Check the sizing label on the hose and match it to the size of the spark plugs. If you’re testing a diesel engine, make sure you’re using a gauge designed for diesel since it will have a higher compression tolerance. Then, check the end of the gauge for a metal connector that fits on the end of the hose adapter. Your gauge may also have a ring on it that needs to be lifted as you fit it on the hose. Otherwise, it’s as simple as plugging one into the other.  Make sure the gauge is well-connected to the hose. If it feels loose, it will affect the test. Keep in mind that some compression gauges plug directly into the engine and don’t require a hose. However, most gauges you will come across make use of a hose adapter. Turn the key as far as it will go in the ignition, then release it. Do this about 4 or 5 times without shutting off the vehicle at all. The engine will be running throughout the entire process. When you’re done, check the compression gauge to get the test result.  The needle on the gauge should stop moving and point to a number. If it doesn’t stay in place, crank the engine for up to 10 seconds. Ask a friend to sit in the driver’s seat and crank the engine for you. That way, you can keep an eye on the compression gauge. If your vehicle has a remote starter, you could also use it to avoid having to get behind the wheel. Unscrew the hose adapter by hand, then move it onto the second cylinder. Keep doing it until you have a result for all of the engine’s cylinders. Be sure to record each number on a piece of paper so you can...

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Put the compression test adapter into the engine's first cylinder. Connect the compression gauge to the opposite end of the hose. Crank the engine at least 4 times to complete the test. Move the compression gauge to repeat the test on the other cylinders.


Look first at competitors and other companies in the same type of business.  Note the style and tone of the ones that stand out. If you have a business you really look up to, such as a leading national corporation, look at their profile. What do they do that stands out to you? Incorporate this style into your own. Before you sit down to write the profile, make sure you have the most recent numbers you can find. Prospective clients aren’t interested in your performance from five years ago. They want to know how you will deliver now. Get your staff to update you on these details regularly so you have to do less leg work when it comes time to write a new profile. Most times, you want people to read your profile as potential customers. Make sure they read all the way through by keeping it short and engaging. Show you respect their time and you don’t want to waste it. Short business profiles also indicate that you don’t need a lot of flowery language and decorations to show you are the best. Let the numbers speak for themselves. For example, don't list every client you've had in the last 15 years. Keep the list short by including only the top 10 or so with high profiles. But make sure the language indicates they are not your only accounts! You will inevitably use terms that people in your industry understand, but a fourth grader might not. However, don’t let the profile become an advertisement for your vocabulary. At the same time, avoid meaningless, vague statements. Experts in your industry will know fluff when they see it.  Here are examples of poor wording:  ”Simulated annealing and RPCs have the necessary infrastructure to interface with our overseas servers.” ”Our company optimizes synergy, productivity, and innovation while diminishing losses.”   Here is an example of a targeted statement: ”We store data safely in our servers at home and in our international offices.” Some companies and individuals let their creativity get away from them by going for excessively showy visual appeal. This doesn’t change the...

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Study other business profiles. Use accurate, up-to-date details. Keep it short. Avoid overly specific jargon as well as general statements. Use clean formatting. Mention why your company is best.


Look for Allah's love in your spouse's words, deeds, and appearance. Appreciate the work your spouse does to remain close to Allah, and everything they do to bring you closer to Allah as well.  Remind your husband to stick to practices that brings him closer to Allah. Ask your husband to remind you about the natural world, hygiene, exercise and other practices that help you feel in step with your faith. Study Islam together with your husband and try to implement what you learn in your marriage. Avoid unnecessary gender interaction and never chit-chat with unrelated men. Prayer is an vital part of every Muslims daily routine of worship. Make dua for the health of your relationship. Ask Allah for guidance when you are experiencing difficulties with your spouse. Ask Allah for ideas on how to please your husband, and think about these questions actively when you are not in prayer.  Remember that Allah loves to be asked for help and guidance, so always pray when you approach an important decision in your life. Allah will hear your prayer and will answer it in the way that is best for you, even though this may sometimes seem to involve hardship. When you encounter your spouse, say "As-salaamu 'alaikum." Greet one another in this way to share your faith and celebrate your shared identity. The Qur'an emphasizes the importance of compassion, respect, and equity in marriages. Being a dutiful and obedient wife does not mean that you must suffer abuse. The Qur'an and Sunnah set out very clear limits on how the husband must treat his wife. If you are being badly treated, suffering emotional, verbal, sexual, or physical abuse, you can divorce your partner. The Qur'an states that Allah dislikes divorce, but allows for it in the name of justice: "If a woman fears ill-treatment (mushuz) or indifference (i'radh) from her husband, it is not wrong if (at her initiative) the two set things peacefully to right between themselves… If the two break up, Allah provides everyone out of His abundance, for Allah is resourceful, wise."...

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See Allah in your spouse. Pray. Greet your husband with the salaam. Protect yourself.


Look for a "lobe and sinus" pattern on the oak leaves--the blades of the leaf and the indentations in between.  The lobes of the leaf are the rounded and pointed protrusions that give the leaf its shape. Think of these lobes like "leaf fingers", or extensions of the stem. Different species of oak may have either pointed or rounded lobes. Red oaks tend to have pointed lobes, and white oaks tend to have rounded lobes. Between each lobe is a sinus, which is an indentation in the leaf that accentuates the lobes. Sinuses may be variably deep, shallow, wide, or narrow. Oak leaf shapes can vary across a single tree. You may need to inspect a number of leaves to make an accurate classification.  If you can't tell the species from the leaves alone, consider other characteristics, such as the acorn, the bark, and the location--both in terms of terrain and geographic location. Oak leaves grow in a spiral pattern along the branch, meaning that a fan of leaves will rarely appear "flat" or parallel in the way that, say, palm fronds grow. Oak branches tend to divert from a straight line, and they do not have opposing growth on the branches: imagine that you're looking at a fork with multiple branches originating in the same place. Most oak tree leaves sport a deep green hue during the summer months, but transform into red and brown colors for the fall.  The oak tree is one of the most colorful fall trees, which is another reason they are popular in many types of landscaping today. Some oak leaves also emerge in a red or pink shade in early spring, but quickly change to their standard green color by summer. Oaks tend to lose their leaves late in the season, and younger trees or branches will hold their dead brown leaves all the way into spring. They will begin to fall when new leaves start to grow in the spring. A telltale sign of an oak in the winter is a tree with dead brown leaves. Oak leaves have a longer decay rate and will stay around longer than most other leaves. You can usually find them near the base of an oak...

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Learn to identify oak leaves. Look closely. Look for green leaves in summer, red leaves in fall, and brown leaves in winter. Use the fall foliage to tell between red and white oaks.


Look for a chemise, the long shift worn as the base layer for female Renaissance clothing. You can forgo or supplement modern underwear with this garment.  A half size chemise is like a loose blouse, while a full size is like a long, loose nightgown. Substitute a long shirt or nightgown in a light, neutral color if you can’t acquire an authentic chemise.  Forgo a modern bra if you plan to wear a traditional corset or structured bodice, as these will provide support for your chest and be more accurate to the time period if you’re going for full authenticity. Cinch a corset or a pull on a structured bodice over your chemise to achieve the narrow hourglass shape that was popular in all classes for women of the Renaissance period. Find modern and more vintage styles available widely in stores.  You can wear a corset or bodice as the main outer garment for your upper body, or you can use one as support and structure for a top and skirt or dress that you pull over it. Make sure any very fitted garment like a corset is not worn to the level of discomfort or for a very long period of time. Wear a skirt or dress that reaches the floor or your ankles for a typical Renaissance look. Wear a gown or dress over your chemise and corset, or a separate skirt to complement your corset or bodice.  Avoid any ruffles, adornments, or patterns on skirts. For more volume, add crinoline or other layers underneath your main skirt. Wear two or more skirts layered over one another and tuck the the top layer up into the waistband at the sides for a typical peasant look and shape.  The costume for a woman of nobility would include a more formal and elaborate gown, made of velvet or silk and including a very full hoop skirt or “farthingale” underneath. Don a hat and belt and opt for jewelry with natural metal or stones. Remember that you want to keep the jewelry authentic if you aim for a period costume.  Go for light or no makeup, unless you are achieving a nobility look, in which case pale powder and dramatic rouge are acceptable....

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Consider undergarments. Choose a corset or bodice. Don a skirt or dress. Keep jewelry and accessories simple. Wear sensible flat shoes.


Look for a cleaning kit that is suitable for your type of vehicle. Each kit should come with a canister of fuel injector cleaner and a hose that attaches to the fuel injector and fuel rail. For the best results, opt for a cleaning fluid that contains polyetheramine (PEA), which will dissolve thick carbon deposits more effectively than other ingredients.  Most fuel injector cleaning kits can be used for any type of vehicle, but you should read the package or ask a store clerk to make sure. You can purchase a cleaning kit in an auto store or online. Full kits usually cost just under $100 each. You can also purchase the items in fuel injector cleaner kits separately. Cleaners that contain polyisobutene (PIB) will prevent new deposits but will not remove existing ones. Cleaners containing polyisobutylene amine (PIBA) will remove and prevent buildup, but they are milder and less effective than PEA cleaning fluids. Different types of engines have different layouts, so your fuel injectors may be difficult to find. Take a look at your vehicle's manual to determine where the fuel injectors are located. You can also look up your vehicle online to find this information. The fuel injectors will be located under the hood of the car. Brace the fuel pump, which should be located on the side of the engine. Gently pull out the fuel injectors to detach them from the pump. Once they are removed, connect the fuel return line to the fuel pump so the gas inside it returns to the tank while you're cleaning the injectors.  You can also insert a U tube to funnel the gas to the tank. Follow the vehicle-specific instructions in your vehicle's manual if you aren't sure how to disconnect the fuel injectors properly. Locate the fuel pressure regulator if your vehicle has one and look for the vacuum line attached to it. Brace the vacuum line just above where it connects to the regulator. Gently pull it out to disconnect it.  Check your vehicle manual to see if you have to do this step. The regulator will usually be located just behind the...

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Purchase a fuel injector cleaner kit with a PEA cleaning fluid. Review your vehicle's engine layout to locate the fuel injectors. Disconnect the fuel pump from the fuel injectors. Disconnect the pressure regulator vacuum line if you have one. Connect the cleaning kit to the fuel port. Remove the cap from the fuel tank to prevent pressure buildup. Turn the vehicle to let the cleaning fluid into your injectors. Remove the cleaning kit and reattach your pump and injectors. Turn the vehicle on again to make sure the fuel injectors work.


Look for a gentle, non-abrasive, plant-oil based product that's labeled as "non-comedogenic." This means the cleanser won't clog your pores, a major cause of acne. Many dermatologists recommend using glycerin, grapeseed and sunflower oils. You should also avoid cleansers that contain alcohol. Alcohol dries, irritates, and can damage your skin because it strips away your skin's natural oils.  Don't be afraid to use an oil to clean your face. Non-comedogenic oils can be used to dissolve your skin's oils. Wet your face with lukewarm water and gentle use your fingers to apply cleanser, rags or scrubs maybe too abrasive.  Resist the temptation to scrub the face, pat dry with a soft towel, and apply a moisturizer.  Limit washing to twice a day and after sweating.  Cetaphil is an example of a gentle, reputable cleanser that you may consider using. Apply the cleanser to your skin using your fingertips. Don't use a washcloth or a sponge since these could irritate your skin and worsen the acne. Gently rub the cleanser into your skin in a circular motion, but take care not to scrub. Scrubbing and exfoliating your skin can cause tiny tears or scars. Wash your face twice a day. Pat your face dry with a soft clean cloth. Never pick, pop, squeeze or touch your pimples. You could cause flareups, scarring, and delay healing. There are many skincare products and treatments on the market, but not all of them are gentle on your skin. Avoid irritating skincare products like astringents, toners, and exfoliants. You shouldn't use products containing salicylic acid or alpha hydroxy acids which dry your skin. Be wary of over-the-counter treatments like dermabrasions. Only trained dermatologists should perform certain skincare treatments to prevent skin damage. Makeup can make blind pimples and acne worse. It can clog the pores or cause irritation probably because of the chemicals or the mixtures of chemicals used. You should be in the habit of washing your skin every day by taking a bath or a shower. If you sweat a lot, wash more...

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Choose a gentle cleanser. Wash your face. Avoid harsh skincare products. Shower or bathe every day.


Look for a glass cleaner that’s specifically made for vehicles from an auto supply shop. Hold the spray bottle about 1 foot (30 cm) from the glass you’re cleaning and pull the trigger to spread the cleaner. Rub the cleaner into the glass with your hand so it spreads across the entire surface evenly.  Only work on 1 window at a time, or else you may leave streaks or residue on the glass if the cleaner dries. Avoid using standard household glass cleaner since it usually contains ammonia and could affect any tinting or special coatings you have on your vehicle’s glass. Set the blade against the top of the window so it points down and forms a 45-degree angle with the glass. Apply light pressure as you push the razor blade down using short strokes. The razor blade will scrape off any residue that’s sticking up from the glass, such as stuck-on dirt or dead bugs. Wipe the razor blade clean with a microfiber towel every few minutes to remove buildup.  You can buy long-handled razor blades from an auto supply or hardware store. Be careful while working with a razor blade so you don’t accidentally cut yourself. Short-pile microfiber cloths are less dense so they’re able to clean smooth surfaces easier. Rub the cloth over the area that you just scraped with the razor blade using long back and forth strokes. Work from the top of the glass down toward the bottom so you don’t spread dirt around as easily. Avoid wiping the glass in a circular motion while you’re cleaning it since you could leave streaks and make it difficult to see. Detailing clay lifts up residue and debris that’s stuck in your glass so it has a deeper clean. Spray the bar of detailing clay with 2–3 squirts of the glass cleaner and flatten it in your fingers. Continue working the clay until it feels soft and pliable so you can easily flatten it by hand.  You can buy detailing clay from an auto supply store or online. If you drop the clay on the ground, it will gather dirt and could scratch glass even more. Throw clay away if you accidentally drop it. Even...

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Spray 1 window at a time with an automotive glass cleaner to wet it. Scrape the glass with a long-handled razor blade to remove raised areas. Wipe off the residue with a short-pile microfiber cloth. Knead glass cleaner into a bar of detailing clay. Apply glass cleaner on the glass for extra lubrication. Rub the clay over the glass surface to remove fine particles. Clean the glass off with your microfiber towel and more glass cleaner.


Look for a high-quality chocolate bar or discs (chips have less cocoa butter and are harder to melt). Different types of chocolate will have different percentages of milk and cacao, which will affect the taste and appearance of your hazelnut spread.  Milk chocolate has a low percentage of cocoa solids and has a very sweet flavor. It is used in many popular candy bars. This is a good choice if you want your chocolate spread to be sweet, mellow, and not too chocolatey.  Semi-sweet chocolate is most often used in chocolate chip cookies. It has less sugar and higher percentage of cocoa solids (40%-60%) than milk chocolate and will give you a rich chocolate flavor. Higher percentages can have a slightly bitter taste.  Bittersweet chocolate can have a similar flavor to semi-sweet. It contains little sugar but more chocolate liquor. It usually contains between 60%-85% cocoa solids. This is a good choice if you want a spread that is less sweet, slightly bitter, and very chocolatey.  Avoid unsweetened chocolate, which should only be used for baking. If you plan to melt the chocolate in the microwave, make sure it is a microwave-safe bowl. Set the bowl aside to melt when after the hazelnuts are toasted--this will take some time and your chocolate will probably harden again if you melt it now.

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Choose the type of chocolate you want to use in your spread. Collect the chopped chocolate into a small bowl.


Look for a high-quality leather conditioner that does not contain petroleum distillates, silicone, or waxes. The goal of the conditioner is to replenish the natural oils in the leather, so choose one with top-quality ingredients. Cheaper leather conditioners may cling to the leather and have a greasy finish. Choose an inconspicuous area and apply a little conditioner. Gently rub it in using a microfiber cloth or sponge. Make sure the cleaner doesn't damage or discolor your seats. Apply the conditioner to the seats and use a microfiber cloth or sponge to gently massage or rub it into the leather. Avoid applying too much conditioner, which will sit on top of the leather, making the seats greasy or slick. If in doubt, take a clean dry microfiber cloth and lightly wipe over the conditioned seats to remove any excess conditioner. Be sure to follow the product directions. Give the conditioner some time out of the sun so it has a chance to set in without the bombardment of UV light. Let the conditioner sit for at least one hour. Once the conditioner has had a chance to soak into the leather, take a clean dry microfiber cloth and polish the seats. Use circular motions and take care to wipe up excess conditioner. Don't over-condition your leather seats. Most seats only need conditioning treatment a few times a year.

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Choose a water-based, pH neutral conditioner. Perform a spot test. Condition your seats. Park your car in the shade or in your garage overnight. Use a microfiber cloth to buff the seats.


Look for a hostel or hotel you can stay in temporarily when you arrive, and for potential living situations. You may need to wait until you arrive to sign a contract, but start looking a few weeks in advance for rentals, or a few months if buying. Try sites such as Gumtree, RightMove, Zoopla, or RoomMatesUK. Make sure you know how the property search may differ from your country:  London property prices are very expensive, averaging £1,900/month for a two-bedroom flat (apartment). Consider other cities, or country towns within an hour of a city. Look closely — the listed rental price may be either weekly or monthly. Feel free to negotiate over the price.  If you plan to buy a house, hire a real estate solicitor in the UK first. Before you sign a rental contract, ask which additional fees you will be paying. The cost varies greatly depending on your region and property, but here are some estimates:  Utilities: Expect to pay about £120 a month for water and electricity, plus £70 for heating. This is the average cost over a year; heating costs are much higher during winter, and lower during the summer months. Council tax: at least £100 per month, but could potentially be higher. Television licence: In order to watch live TV channels (even online), you need to pay a colour TV licence fee of £145.50 each year. This can be paid in a full lump sum, or in smaller amounts  throughout the year. Though rarer nowadays, a licence for a black and white TV costs £49. It is a criminal offence to view TV programming without paying the licence fee, and you could be fined up to £1,000.  Television, mobile, and Internet plans vary widely. This is in addition to the licence fee. . If English is not your native language, start studying before you arrive. Life will be much easier if you can speak, read, and write in English. If you come from the United States, learn British English, as American English and British English have different words for many things. For example, the hood of a car is a "bonnet". It may also be a...

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Find a place to live. Check for housing-related fees. Practice your English Plan to move your pet. Budget your expenses.


Look for a metal or plastic valve on the wall behind your toilet that controls the water supply. Rotate the valve clockwise to shut off the water so the tank and bowl don’t fill up while you’re cleaning out the clog. Don’t flush the toilet while you’re working since there’s still water inside the tank. You don’t need to turn off the water to your toilet, but there’s more risk that the bowl will fill up. Take the lid off the back of your toilet and set it on top of a towel so it doesn’t damage your floors. Make sure the round rubber flapper at the bottom of the tank is completely sealed so water doesn’t drain from the tank into the bowl. If it’s still open, gently press it against the bottom of the tank to close it. The water in the toilet tank is clean, but you can wear rubber gloves if you don’t want to get your hands wet. Fold the rags or towels 1–2 times so they’re more absorbent and prevent water from reaching your floor. Make sure the rags extend about 6 inches (15 cm) from the base of the toilet in case the water splashes out while you’re plunging the toilet. Overlap the rags slightly so there aren’t any gaps between them.  Don’t use towels that you would normally use for bathing or showering since they could get very dirty. Once you’re finished plunging your toilet, wash the towels in a separate load right away so you don’t contaminate other items. If you tried flushing the toilet before, the water may have filled the bowl to the rim. Put on rubber gloves and dip a bucket into your toilet. Remove water from the toilet until it’s halfway full so it doesn’t overflow. Either pour the water into a different toilet or put it back in your toilet once it’s unclogged.  You don’t have to remove any water if the bowl isn’t close to the rim. Wash your hands immediately after bailing water out.

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Turn off the water to the toilet to prevent any overflow. Push the flapper down inside the toilet tank to stop the bowl from filling. Lay rags or towels around the toilet to catch any spills. Bail out water with a bucket if the toilet bowl is close to overflowing.


Look for a perforated circle on the side, top, or bottom of the panel. You can use a hammer and screwdriver to knock out the slug so you can insert wiring into the subpanel. Use a pair of pliers to remove the knockout slug if you’re having trouble taking it out. With the knockout slug removed, insert the metal connector into the hole so you can insert your 4-wire feeder cable through it. Use a drill or screwdriver to tighten the screws on top of the connector to keep it held in place.  The screws do not need to be installed in a wall stud. Screw on the retaining nut to the bottom of the connector inside of the subpanel. The 4-wire feeder cable should be included with your subpanel and is a large black cable with 4 wires inside of it. With the main panel door open, insert the cable and slide it through the knockout opening. Then feed it into through the knockout opening on the subpanel. Unwrap the insulation surrounding it with your fingers to expose the 4 wires inside.  You may need to remove a knockout slug to insert the wires into the main panel. There should be a black wire, red wire, white wire, and bare metal wire. If you’re installing a subpanel in a separate room from the main panel, use a longer feeder cable to reach it. Take the white neutral wire, insert it beneath the screw at the top of the neutral bus bar in the main panel, and tighten the screw to secure it. Connect the other end of the wire in the subpanel in the same fashion. Then, connect the ground wire to the ground bus bar, tighten the screw to secure it, and connect the other end of the wire to the neutral bus bar in the subpanel.  A bus bar is a metal strip or bar used to connect wires to power the panels. Check the inside of the door of the main and subpanel for a diagram showing the location of the bus bars and neutral bars. If the end of the wire is covered by sheathing, use a wire stripper or a utility knife to remove about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the sheathing to fit the exposed wire into the bus bar. Use a longer cable to reach a...

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Remove the knockout slug on the side of the panel with a hammer. Place the connector into the slot and secure it in place. Run the feeder cable from the main panel to the subpanel. Connect the neutral and ground wires to their bus bars. Insert the red and black wires into the feeder breaker. Snap the feeder breaker into an empty slot in the main panel. Attach the red and black wires to the terminals in the subpanel. Turn on the breaker and close the panels.


Look for a photo that has character and will complement the style of the watch. If the photo is not already sized to fit the area, edit it in your photo program or take it to a professional print shop for proper sizing.

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Look for a place in your yard that gets full sun. Liatris thrives if it gets full sun throughout the day so ensure it gets 6 to 10 hours of sunlight every day. Liatris can handle direct sun or lots of indirect sunlight. Pay attention to where water pools or puddles after a rain shower. Avoid planting the Liatris in water-logged soil because the roots of the plant will rot. Instead, choose an area of your yard that dries quickly after rain. Liatris is a very hardy plant that grows in a variety of soils. In fact, it may grow better in soil that hasn't been amended. Use a trowel or shovel to dig the shallow holes. If you're planting more than 1 Liatris, leave 12 to 15 in (30 to 38 cm) of space between each corm. If you plan on mulching over the area, dig 1 in (2.5 cm) holes instead of 2 in (5 cm) holes. Look for the side of the corm with the stringy roots coming out. This is the bottom of the corm and you should place it down into the hole so the top is facing you. If you accidently put the corm bottom-side up, the Liatris will not grow. Take standard garden soil and spread it over the corm in the hole. Completely fill the hole with soil and press down firmly. This will remove any trapped pockets of air in the soil.  You can plant the Liatris in spring, summer, or fall. If you'd like to mulch the area, cover the soil with about 1 in (2.5 cm) of mulch. Fill a watering can or use a garden hose to saturate the soil. Let the soil dry out for a day and water it again. Continue to water the Liatris regularly as the roots establish. Once the Liatris has grown for a season, you don't need to water it as much. Liatris actually grows well in drought conditions, so avoid overwatering.

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Find a sunny planting space. Look for an area with well-draining soil. Dig a 2 in (5 cm) hole for each corm you want to plant. Locate the bottom of the corm and place it the hole. Fill the hole around the corm with soil. Water the Liatris every few days.


Look for a product that contains a mixture of enzymes that liquify waste materials. These enzymes are used in septic systems to break down waste.  Products of this sort can be usually be purchased at home improvement stores in or near the plumbing aisle. Enzyme waste removal is preferable to using a drain-clearing chemical because it will not harm your pipes or the environment.  This method will only work on organic waste, not toys or other objects. Pour the recommended amount of the enzyme product into the toilet bowl. You will typically be instructed to wait overnight for the enzymes to go to work on the clog. The toilet should drain once the clog has cleared.

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Purchase an enzyme waste removal product. Follow the instructions on the container.


Look for a seal on the mattress confirming it certifiably meets the standards set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and is safe for use. Don’t choose a mattress that doesn’t have a CPSC seal, as it may be too soft or small or have other safety risks. The cover is also known as the ticking. The best mattress options have multiple layers of laminate coating that's been strengthened with nylon. These mattresses have the added benefits of being waterproof and highly durable, which means easy cleanup and reduced likelihood of tears or holes. A quality mattress should have small reinforced holes on both sides that allow air to circulate in and out of the mattress interior. These vents will help keep the mattress fresher by allowing odors to escape. Traditional mattresses can contain heavy metals and chemicals, such as flame retardants. If you prefer a mattress without chemicals or heavy metals, choose an organic mattress that has been certified by a third party, such as Greenguard or Oeko-Tex. Remember that “bare is best” when it comes to your baby’s crib. A fitted sheet covering the mattress should be the only thing in the crib aside from your baby. Crib bumper pads, pillows, blankets, and toys pose safety and suffocation risks and should not be used.  Dress your baby in a warm sleeper or adjust the thermostat to ensure your baby will be warm enough without a blanket. Only use a blanket in the crib if your child is over 12 months. To reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), your baby should always be put to sleep on their back. Reserve tummy time for when your baby is awake and you are present to ensure their safety.

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Verify that the mattress has been certified. Choose a mattress with a very thick cover. Inspect the mattress for vent holes. Opt for an organic mattress if you are concerned about chemicals. Use only a fitted sheet in the crib. Put your baby to sleep on their back.


Look for a specially formulated gerbil food mix at your local pet store. Follow the package instructions for how much to give your gerbil each day and serve the food in a small ceramic dish placed inside of his cage. One way that you can begin to bond with your gerbil is to pick out some of the larger seeds from the mix, such as the sunflower seeds, and feed them to your gerbil by hand. Gerbils need to have access to clean fresh water at all times. Use a hanging water bottle to provide your gerbils with plenty of water. Make sure that the water bottle’s tip does not touch or come too close to the bedding or the water may drain out. Check the water bottle’s tip daily to make sure that it is working properly. Cheerios, rice crispies, apples, carrots, and lettuce are all good choices to treat your gerbil. Bananas make excellent treats, and your gerbils will love having small pieces of them. Make sure that whatever you give your gerbil does not contain any sugar, flavors, or other additives. Do not give your gerbil junk food. Give your gerbil a large chunk rather than small ones or they may get lost in the bedding. Remove the treat after your gerbil has finished with it. Like all rodents, a gerbil’s teeth never stop growing. Gerbils need to chew to keep their teeth from growing out of control, so make sure that you provide your gerbil with a sterilized bone or a pesticide and chemical-free stick to chew on.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Feed your gerbil a special gerbil seed mix. Provide a water bottle for your gerbil. Give your gerbil treats. Give your gerbil something to chew on.


Look for a spray created specifically to deodorize the pervasive smell of smoke and mist it lightly over the surface. If possible, use a HEPA vacuum for a deeper clean. Hold the hose slightly above the wood and run it over the sooty areas. This will pick up much of the loose soot, as well as smaller particles that get into the air. You can also use a lambswool duster. Wipe straight across the surface of the wood and turn the sponge over when one side turns black. Carefully cut away blackened parts with a knife to expose new, clean layers to use. Dilute a small amount of degreaser in a large amount of water and use a pump-up sprayer or spray bottle to spray it evenly onto your wood. Wipe the surface with a nylon brush after you’ve applied the solution. Rinse the surface with water to clean off the product. You can also use old, clean window spray bottles or any other empty spray bottles you have around the house to apply the degreasing spray. Make sure to clean the bottle thoroughly with soap and water after you’ve finished spraying. Unfinished wood is more sensitive and easily stained by soot than finished wood. If you can’t remove the soot by other measures, sand the stain away with fine grit sandpaper.  Do not use sandpaper on finished wood, as it will remove the finish. Sandpaper typically doesn’t work on heavy stains that extend deeply into the grains. If your wood furniture still smells smoky or looks stained, call a professional furniture cleaner for a consultation.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Spray the wood with an odor-removing spray. Remove dry soot with a vacuum hose. Scrub soot residue with a chemical sponge. Apply a degreaser to the wood. Sand away any remaining stains. Call a professional if you need more help.


Look for a thick rope that will not break when you climb down it. You can test the rope by hanging it to a study object, such as a tree, and swinging on it. Look in your basement or garage to find a rope. If you cannot find a rope in your house, go to a hardware store. Take a few bedsheets (roughly 3-4) that, tied together, will reach from your bedroom to the ground. Take your bed sheets one at a time, and twist each one tightly, length wise. Then, tie a few knots in each sheet, and tie the sheets together. Double knot each knot tightly so that your sheet rope will not break. This can be a heavy bed frame, the foot of a sturdy desk or bookcase, etc. Whatever you tie your rope to, make sure it is something that cannot be moved by your weight. Double knot the rope when you tie it to your sturdy piece of furniture. The object you're tying your rope to should weigh substantially more than you in order to hold your weight. To see if an object will hold your weight, try moving it with all of your strength. If you can't get it to budge, it should most likely be able to hold your weight. Open your window and remove the window screen if your window has one. Toss the rope out of your window so that it reaches down to the ground. Slowly and carefully climb out of the window, feet first, and begin to climb down the rope. Use the knots that you've tied into your rope to support your hands and feet as you climb down. Leave the rope hanging down so you can climb back up it when you return home.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Find a sturdy rope that will hold your weight. Make a rope out of bedsheets. Tie the rope to something heavy enough and sturdy enough to hold your weight. Climb out of your window and down the rope.


Look for abnormalities like pups without suckling instincts, excessive crying, and physical deformities such as flattened chests or any absent body parts. Seek emergency care as soon as possible if you suspect something’s not right. Be ready to report your observations to the vet.  Take an initial weight of each pup after birth. Continue to weigh them a couple times per day afterward. Within 24 hours, a pup’s weight might decrease by less than 10%, but should increase steadily after the first day. Take the pups’ and mother’s temperatures at least a couple times per day. Normal rectal temperatures for puppies are from 95 to 99 degrees Fahrenheit (35 to 37.2 degrees Celsius) during the first week of life, and 97 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit (36.1 to 37.8 degrees Celsius) during the second and third weeks of life. Adult dogs and puppies older than four weeks have temperatures that run about 100 to 102 degrees Fahrenheit (37.8 to 38.9 degrees Celsius).  Be ready to describe the mother’s diet to the vet. Pregnant and nursing dogs require special diets, which should include a high quality food that consists of 29% protein, 17% fat, and less than 5% fiber.  Closely monitor nursing and make sure nursing begins within a maximum of 12 hours of birth. This is because the mother dog will produce colostrum—a nutrient rich breast milk—during this time, which can promote good health in her puppies. Note if the mother disregards or is disinterested in nursing or attending to the pups. Be ready to describe any interactions your pregnant dog had with other animals in the weeks prior to delivery. This will help the vet diagnose any communicable diseases that might be affecting the pups, such as bacterial or viral infections. The mother may also pass intestinal parasites onto her dogs. Newborn pups should do little more than nurse and sleep, and should cry only very little, if at all. They should huddle with the other pups without crawling away from the group. If pups deviate from any of these normal behaviors, call the vet...

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Monitor the litter closely. Call the vet if any pups separate from the litter or cry excessively. Prepare the whelp box for transport. Have the mother tested for malnutrition and infection.


Look for accredited programs that offer the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. Choose either path to become a fully credentialed physician qualified to become an anesthesiologist. Pick your school based on criteria that are important to you, like geographical location, student body and faculty diversity, financing, and matriculation data. For example, you might want to find a program that graduates the majority of students within four years. Look for universities that offer programs that combine undergraduate study with medical school. Find an accelerated program that will reduce your overall time in college and med school, like the program at Howard University. Be prepared for required summer school if you attend an accelerated program.  Prepare for these programs by excelling on your ACT or SAT exams, getting very good grades in high school, demonstrating a commitment to a career in medicine, like through volunteer work. Many programs are very exclusive and only accept a handful of applicants each year. Take courses like physiology, pathology, microbiology, and neuroscience. These courses will have a lab component. Continue taking courses in your second two years, and also gain hands-on training through rotations in hospitals and clinics.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Find a medical school. Consider enrolling in a BA/BS and MD program if you live in the US. Learn the fundamentals of medicine in your first two years.


Look for an abrasive sponge that is rated for porcelain use. If you use a sponge with metal pieces in the material or a sponge that is not recommended for porcelain use, you could cause much more damage to the toilet than you are trying to fix. Completely drench the sponge so it is dripping. The backside to a kitchen sponge usually gets the job done, but be sure to avoid anything that isn't explicitly recommended for porcelain. Pour some acidic cleanser powder on the marks, using just enough to completely cover them up. Don't worry about getting the porcelain wet before scrubbing as the sponge should be wet enough to dissolve and activate the powder's cleaning properties.  The most popular acidic cleanser for metal marks is Bar Keeper's Friend, although a generic ceramic stove top cleaner or Rust Stain Magic are good alternatives too. While Comet and Ajax are common and useful powder cleaners, they are bleach-based and do not clean metal marks as effectively as acid-based powders. Keep scrubbing the mark until you don't see it anymore —as opposed to the pumice stone, you will need to use a lot of pressure to effectively clean the mark away since the sponge works more effectively when pressed pretty hard. If your sponge dries out, run it under tap water in the sink and squeeze it to get rid of any excess powder. Then, drench it again and get back to scrubbing! Wash away the powder and water residue with a stream of water or a damp cloth and check the marks to see if they have disappeared. If they have, congratulations! If not, pour some more acidic cleansing powder on the persistent marks, clean and re-wet the sponge, and scrub it again. Some marks are more "clingy" than others, so it may take a few attempts to get rid of them. Have patience and keep at it.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Wet an abrasive porcelain-safe sponge with water. Sprinkle the marks with acidic cleanser powder. Rub the acidic cleanser powder roughly with the sponge until the mark is gone. Wash away the residue and apply more powder to the marks as necessary.


Look for an attorney who specializes in cases of workplace bullying or workplace harassment. Most of these attorneys give a free initial consultation, so you can get advice on how to proceed before you go forward with reporting the behavior. You may have no intention of filing a lawsuit. However, an attorney can help you understand the types of information you need to provide to your employer, and how you need to word your complaint. If your company has an employee handbook, it likely includes information about the company's policy regarding workplace harassment. Read the policy carefully and follow the procedures found there.  Pay close attention to the wording used in your company's handbook describing prohibited conduct. It can be helpful if you repeat the same wording when you make your formal complaint. If there is a specific person listed that you are supposed to file complaints with, you should plan on talking to that person unless you feel uncomfortable with them or think there's some reason they wouldn't be fair regarding your complaint. If your employer is large enough to have a human resources department, you'll typically begin the process of reporting workplace bullying or harassment there. Human resources staff will be able to explain and walk you through the process of filing a complaint. They also may be able to make changes that would ease the situation in the meantime. For example, they may be able to alter your schedule or temporarily transfer you to a different department so that you have fewer encounters with the person who is bullying or harassing you. If you believe your employer has documents that could prove the workplace bullying is taking place, or that it is having an adverse effect on your employment, let them know specifically what those documents are. Don't attempt to retrieve them yourself if you're not normally allowed access to them.  For example, if your workplace has security cameras, some of the incidents may have been captured on tape. Records from computers and copy...

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Talk to an employment attorney before you file a formal complaint. Check your company's employee handbook. Talk to someone in human resources. Identify documents that support your claim. Discuss the situation with a supervisor you trust. File a written complaint. Cooperate with the investigation. Consult your attorney if you run into any problems.


Look for an insecticide product that lists carpet beetles on its label. Follow it’s directions carefully to apply it to any fabrics that you can’t clean another way. Avoid spraying it all over the house—insecticide should be used as a spot treatment only.  Limit your sprays to the places that collect lint, like under or around the edges of carpets or rugs, closet walls, shelving where fabrics are stored, and cracks and crevices. Don’t spray clothing or bedding. Remember to wear gloves and protective clothing when applying insecticide. Leave the area while the insecticide disperses in the air and wash your hands afterwards. If you’re having trouble getting into some infested areas, such as attics or wall voids, sprinkle them evenly with boric acid. You can also make boric acid into a spray by mixing 1 tablespoon (4.2 g) of boric acid with 2 cups (473 mL) of hot water. Stir it until the powder dissolves, then use a plastic spray bottle to mist it over hard-to-reach crevices. Boric acid has a bleaching effect, so avoid using it on dark materials. If your infestation is serious, place sticky traps throughout your home to attract and catch beetles and prevent further problems. Put traps around entry points like windows, doors, or crevices and in confined areas where the beetles are particularly bad.  Hormone- or pheromone-based traps are specific to the kind of carpet beetle species you have. You can also use sticky traps without a hormone to catch beetles, particularly ones flying through the windows. Check the traps 1-2 times a week. You can buy traps from pest control or pesticide supply stores, or online.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Spray insecticide on areas that you can’t clean or wash. Dust boric acid on areas that are harder to reach. Use hormone-based glue traps for the most stubborn infestations.


Look for an open area where you have at least 8–10 feet (2.4–3.0 m) of empty space around you. Hold the katana straight out in front of you while it’s still in its scabbard, which is the protective case around the blade, and point it forward. Turn in a circle and make sure there’s nothing in the path of the sword as you move it around, or else you may cut into it.  Don’t swing your katana anywhere that you could hit someone or something that you aren’t intending to cut. Try practicing in your yard if you have the space to move around. Check local laws and regulations to find out the legality of bringing a katana in public since it may not be allowed in your area. While you need a real blade to cut through your target, practicing with one can be more dangerous if you’re inexperienced. Search for a bokken that’s the same size and length as your katana that you can use while practicing your form while striking and blocking. Whenever you feel comfortable switching to a real blade, use extra caution so you don’t hurt yourself or anyone else.  You can buy bokkens online or from martial arts stores. Even though bokkens don’t have a cutting edge, they will still hurt someone if you hit them with it. The thinner edge of the wooden blade is considered the cutting edge while the wider flat edge is the back of the blade. Check for dojos or martial arts instructors in your area that specialize in using Japanese swords so you can learn the correct techniques. Compare the prices, the lessons, and the amount of time you spend in each class to see what style works best for what you want to learn. If you have any questions, call the instructor and ask them anything you’re concerned about. When you find a style you want to study, enroll in the class so you can start learning. Many dojos or instructors have strict rules for practices and uniforms, so make sure you follow them completely so you can stay in the course.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Practice in an area with enough space around you to handle your blade. Use a wooden or bamboo sword while you practice if you don’t want a real blade. Look for a class at a martial arts school to improve your katana skills.


Look for any cracks or holes in your wall or near the floor of your home. Try to seal them permanently if you can using caulk or concrete. In a pinch, stuff the holes with steel wool, since mice can't chew through it easily.  Keep the grass around your home trimmed low so you can find any points of entry. Clean up any clutter around your home since these could serve as hiding places for the mice. After making or eating a meal, wipe up and get rid of any spills or crumbs. Avoid leaving dishes in the sink overnight since mice could look for small scraps. While cleaning your house daily won't stop mice entirely, it will help keep them away. Sweep your floors after each time you cook to collect stray crumbs. Put all your food away either in a cabinet or the fridge so mice don't have easy access to it. If you have mice in your home, putting away your food will drive them towards any bait or traps you left out for them. If you need to leave food out, make sure it is wrapped up or sealed. Mice have a strong sense of smell, so if they can't smell any food, they won't have a reason to stay. Wrap all of your food or keep them in plastic or glass containers with lids. Transfer any boxed snacks or cereals to resealable containers if you notice mice have gotten into any of your food.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Find and fill common entry points. Keep your home clean so mice can't find food. Don't leave any food on your countertops. Seal food in airtight containers.


Look for any spelling, punctuation, or grammatical errors. You may want to read your essay backwards to check for any spelling issues, as you will only be focusing on the words themselves, rather than the meaning of the sentences. . It can be easier to create a title for your essay once you have finished it. You could use a quotation from the essay, a phrase or term you refer back to often in the essay, or a summary of your main point. For example, an essay on Susan B. Anthony could have the title: “An Unsung Heroine” or “Susan B. Anthony: An Advocate for Change”.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Use the last five minutes to proofread your essay. Create a title for the essay


Look for avocados that are slightly soft or springy to the touch, but not mushy. You will be extracting the oil from the pulp of the avocado. Since 1 avocado will only yield about 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of oil or a little less, you will need a lot of avocados if you want a significant quantity of oil. Avocado oil has a lot of uses, including skin and hair care as well as cooking. Use a kitchen knife to cut through the skin and pulp of the avocado, cutting around the large pit in the middle. Carefully pull the 2 halves of the avocado apart, then scoop out the seed and peel off the skin.  You can either scoop the pit out with a spoon or twist it out with a sharp kitchen knife. To use a knife, push the sharp edge of the knife hard into the seed, then twist the knife 90°. The seed should pop out. Once you’ve removed the pulp, mash it up with a potato masher or mortar and pestle. Then, place the avocado in a blender and mix it into a creamy paste.   If you don’t have a blender, you can also use a cake batter mixer to blend the pulp. Add a little water if the pulp is too firm to blend easily. If you like, you can mix in a little bit of coconut oil at this point to help the avocado pulp release its oil more easily. If you used 12 avocados, put in about 1⁄3 cup (79 mL) of coconut oil. Place the blended avocado pulp in a large sauce pan over the lowest possible heat on your stove. Use a simmer setting, if you can. Simmer the pulp for 40 to 60 minutes, or until it changes from pale green to dark green or brown.   Stir the pulp frequently as it cooks, or it may stick to the sides of the pan and burn. You should begin to see the oil separating from the pulp and pooling at the top of the pan as you cook. Once your oil is cooked, pour it into a heat-safe container, such as a metal or ceramic bowl. Drape a clean kitchen cloth made of a fine material, such as muslin or cheesecloth, over the top of the bowl.  Since you will be squeezing the oil out of the cooked avocado pulp by hand, let the mixture sit for several minutes to...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Select several ripe avocados. Cut open the avocado and remove the skin and seed. Blend the pulp into a paste. Simmer the pulp over very low heat for about an hour. Scoop the mixture into a bowl and cover it with a muslin cloth. Squeeze the oil out of the cooked avocado through the cloth. Store your oil in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a year.


Look for black or brown spots on the onion peel to see if they’re starting to mold. Avoid buying any onions that have green sprouts growing from them since they are not fresh and are more likely to spoil faster. Look for onions that feel solid and don’t have any discoloration. Whole onions stay good in your pantry or fridge for up to 3 months. Onions release a gas when they’re cut open may make you tear up. Put your onion in the fridge or freezer for 15-20 minutes before you want to dice it to help prevent the gas from releasing. That way, you won’t get teary-eyed while you’re working with it. You can also wear kitchen goggles to help prevent any tears.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Pick firm onions without any sprouts or soft spots. Chill the onion in your fridge for 15 minutes before cutting it to prevent crying.


Look for black slip-on shoes without laces. Spray paint the shoes using acrylic craft paint in green glitter or metallic green.  It is an option to leave the shoes black. Black shoes with a buckle can have a traditional leprechaun appearance, but painting the shoes green can add a bit of flair to your costume. If you do not have an old pair of shoes you are willing to paint, check out some nearby thrift stores for a pair that might work. Alternatively, apply green glitter with Mod Podge. If you cannot find green spray paint, apply Mod Podge or another type of craft adhesive to the shoes and sprinkle a coating of green glitter over it. Trace a rectangle onto a piece of cardboard and cut it out using a craft blade. Trace and cut two smaller rectangles out of this larger rectangle to form the shape of a buckle.  The final shape of your buckle should be a rectangular frame with one rectangle cut out of the top and a second cut out of the bottom. There should be a cardboard bar separating the two final rectangular cut-outs. Cut out two of these buckle-shaped pieces of cardboard. You will need one for each shoe. Each buckle should be about 3 inches (7.6 cm) wide and 4 inches (10 cm) tall. Use acrylic craft paint or spray paint to color this piece of cardboard gold. The strip should be skinny enough to fit through the rectangular cut-outs of your cardboard buckle. The length of each strip should be about 6 or 7 inches (15.24 or 17.78 cm). You will need two strips (one for each buckle and each shoe). The construction paper strip should go under the outer frame, over the middle bar, and under the outer frame again. Center the cardboard buckle in the middle of your strip. The strip of paper should run vertically, and the buckle should be taped to the shoe so that the buckle lies at the front top with the paper strip standing just above it, as though it were the tongue of the shoe. Use heavy, durable tape so that the paper buckle stays securely in place.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Spray paint the shoes with green glitter paint. Cut a buckle shape out of cardboard. Paint the buckle gold. Cut out a strip of green construction paper. Weave the construction paper into the buckle. Tape the buckle to your shoes.


Look for blogs in your niche that have a high readership. Post thoughtful and informative responses to other authors and commenters. Avoid spamming links to your blog, and don't just fill the comment box with search engine keywords. Instead, interact and be genuine; this will drive like-minded readers to find your blog. Become a part of the community. The more you make a name for yourself on others' blogs, the more traffic you will drive to your site. You can also catch the eye of other, more successful bloggers who may link to your posts and even collaborate on projects.

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Look for broccoli that is uniformly green, without a lot of brown or yellow areas. Feel the stem and crown to make sure they are firm and not limp. Check that the florets are in a nice, tight bunch. You can store raw broccoli in your refrigerator drawer for at least a week. However, its nutritional properties will begin to decline after three days.

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Look for buckles that have a male and female end, meaning an end with a buckle and an end that you slide the buckle into. Use a side release buckle for the easiest attachment and release.  Have at least 2 straps for each tube you’re connecting. Find plastic buckles with webbing at hardware stores or stores that specialize in outdoor goods. Polypropylene is durable and water-resistant, so it will be easy to handle. Feed one of the ends of the buckles through the hole in the center of each tube. Make sure you feed the opposite into the water for each tube. For example, if you put the male end through one tube, feed the female end through the other so they’re able to clasp together. If your river tubes have handles, wrap the straps around them. Clip both of the buckles together so they’re secured. If the straps hold the tubes loosely, pull on the webbing attached to the male end of the buckle to tighten the connection. Loose straps could be hazardous if you get tangled in them, so make sure you are connected tightly. Make sure each tube is connected to at least 2 others so they do not float freely. Attach the tubes so they are in a cluster rather than a straight line so you can easily talk to your friends!

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Purchase buckles with polypropylene webbing 3 to 4 ft (0.91 to 1.22 m) long. Wrap one buckle around your tube and another around the second tube. Attach the male end of one buckle to the female end of the other. Connect all the tubes together in your group.


Look for chalk that is made of soft pastel, as it will hold the best to your hair and not be too difficult to wash out or remove. Hair chalk generally washes out as soon as you apply shampoo and water.  You may also be able to find soft pastel chalk at a salon that is located inside a retail store, such as Carson's or J.C. Penney. The chalk may be sold in the retail section of the salon. Avoid using oil pastel chalk, as it can leave an oily residue in your hair. Check that the chalk is made of non-toxic materials and is cosmetic grade. This will ensure you do not breathe in toxic fumes when you apply the chalk to your hair.  Most soft pastel chalks made for cosmetic use will be non-toxic. If you decide to use chalk purchased from a craft store, it may contain toxic fumes. Be aware of this before you use it on your hair. Get a few different colors so you can have fun and play around with different shades and patterns. You may get a set of 24 colors so you can make a rainbow of color in your hair. Or you may get 1 or 2 shades that you can apply to your hair.  Some hair chalk is sold in duo-sticks, with a different color on each side of the stick. Chalk will keep for quite a while, so you may invest in a few colors and save them for use later or whenever you feel like adding temporary color to your hair. Wear clothing that you do not mind getting stained with color. The chalk can end up getting on your clothes when you apply it to your hair. You can also protect the floor from color by putting down a tarp or sheet. Protect your hands from being dyed by the chalk by wearing latex gloves. Keep in mind the chalk dye will come off your hands with soap and water. The chalk often gets very messy, and gloves can save you a lot of clean-up time.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Get soft pastel chalk at your local beauty supply store or online. Make sure the chalk is non-toxic. Buy different colored chalk. Put on an old shirt or robe. Wear gloves so your hands do not get dyed.


Look for chocolate coating that is broken into chips or pieces. They are often sold at grocery stores and baking supply shops as “candy melts,” “candy coating,” or “candy wafers.” Using candy coating, rather than just melted chocolate, will make melting them easier and quicker.  Look for candy coating in a variety of colors. Most candy coating contains shortening, which helps the coating to harden smoothly on the cake pop. Use white candy coating if you plan to dye them. Get 1 pound (450 g) candy melts to coat 25 cake pops. Increase this amount for every 25 cake pops you want to coat. Place 1 cup (240 ml) of candy coating in a deep, microwave safe bowl. Then, microwave them for 30 seconds. Take them out and stir them with a spoon to avoid scorching.  Microwave the candy coating at 30 second intervals until they melt. Always stir them between warm ups so they do not become burnt. Melt them until they are runny and smooth. You do not want them to become clumpy or sticky. Place the candy coating in a deep pan. Warm them up at low heat, stirring them constantly with a wooden spoon or a spatula.  Only melt them until they appear smooth and runny when you stir them. You can also use a double broiler to melt the candy coating. Pour 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 cm) of water in a pot and place a metal bowl on top of the pot. Bring the pot to boil and pour the candy coating in the bowl, stirring them constantly until they melt. Look for candy colorant at your local grocery store or baking supply shop. Candy colorant comes in a variety of colors and is safe to use in the candy coating. Regular food coloring can ruin the candy coating.  Squeeze 1-2 drops of dye into the candy coating. Then, stir the dye in using a popsicle stick or a spoon. If you’d prefer not to dye the coating, skip this step. This will help to prevent cracking. Take the cake pops out of the fridge at the same time and let them rest at room temperature as well. The closer in temperature the candy coating and the cake pops are, the less likely the coating...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Get candy melts or candy coating made of chocolate. Melt the candy coating in the microwave for a quick, easy option. Melt the candy coating on the stove top at low heat if you don't mind stirring it. Dye the candy coating with a candy colorant. Let the candy coating sit for 5 minutes at room temperature. Dip the cake pops 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep into the candy coating. Shake the cake pop lightly to remove excess coating. Allow the cake pop to harden in a piece of styrofoam.


Look for clubs or events targeted toward people your age or in your situation. For example, a local café might be the meeting place for a new mom’s club. Or, you might find a group especially for teenagers sponsored by a science museum or church. A group or club organized around a hobby allows you to meet people interested in similar things. Don’t feel that you have to be an expert already: people love teaching new folks about their favorite hobbies! In fact, taking up a new, interesting hobby might be the best way to expand your circle of possible friends. Visit local stores that cater to your hobby. Talk to the people there and ask them questions.  Sing! Choirs and choruses foster friendships more quickly than other social activities.  Sign up for a cooking class. Preparing and eating food together helps to build social connection. Join a hiking club or rock-climbing group. The combination of being outside and moving around will allow you to talk to many new people, as well as improving your physical fitness. Take part in a book club. Most large libraries host book clubs, and many bookstores also advertise them. Some book clubs focus on a special interest or theme. Working together in a common cause will help you to develop closer connections with new people.  A regular volunteer commitment allows you to get to know people over time. Take on a shift at an animal shelter, or sign up to tutor with your local school system or church. Other volunteer commitments might be briefer but more intense. Working together on a political campaign can forge significant bonds, especially in the weeks leading up to a major election or vote. Once you’ve had several interactions with someone, it’s much easier to become friends.  You won’t be make instant friends at the end of your first volunteer shift or club meeting. But after a several months of doing something side-by-side, friendships are likely to develop. For example, if you sign up to work on the school newspaper, try to join the department that seems the most...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Find people like yourself. Pursue a hobby. Volunteer. Keep showing up. Be positive and accepting. Suggest social activities.


Look for comedy clubs in your area and find out if they offer open mic nights. Sign up for a spot at the open mic night so you can perform your set in front of a crowd. Speak slowly during your performance so you don’t rush through your material. Take brief pauses after you finish a joke so people have time to laugh before you start your next bit. When you’re finished, thank the audience and say your name so people remember you better.  Record video and audio for each of your performances so you can look back at your sets to see how they went. You may also be able to upload clips from your set online to share with others. Keep telling jokes even if your set isn’t going as well as you like. Many times, audiences won’t laugh because they didn’t realize you said the punch line.  You can also try open mic nights at cafes or other locations, but they may have more restrictions on what type of content you can perform. While you’re at the comedy clubs performing your material, reach out to the employees and owner and chat with them. Ask them how they felt your set went and if more opportunities are coming up where you can perform. If you consistently bring in laughs and an audience, the club may let you have a guest spot or emcee bigger shows.  As you start performing more, your gigs and setlists will get longer. Make sure you keep writing and adding new jokes to your routine so you can continue to grow. You may be offered a few non-paying gigs when you first start out, but they will help you get in front of a crowd and gain experience as a comedian. Other performing comedians may know about gigs or different opportunities where you can perform your material. Reach out to the comedians to talk about their sets and what jokes you really enjoyed. Ask them how they felt about your set and what worked for them. See if you can exchange information with the comedians so you can stay in touch if a new gig comes up for either of you.  If you’re performing before a headliner or a comedian with more notoriety than you, ask...

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Sign up for open mic nights in your area so you can perform. Maintain good connections with club owners for chances to get booked. Network with other comedians at clubs to learn about new gigs. Build a social media presence for yourself. Send your bio and a video of your performance to other club bookers. Submit your work to an agent to help you get more gigs.


Look for contests that offer yearly fellowships. Good contests will also offer finalists meetings with professionals who can help them get recognition. Check out websites like The AFW.com and GoodInARoom.com for lists of the top contests to enter each year. You don't have to live in New York or Los Angeles to enter film festivals. Cities around the world host them. Make a spreadsheet of festivals that accept your genre. Order festivals by entry deadlines. Before you enter, read the instructions carefully. Some festivals only consider films that aren't under consideration at other locations. If you enjoy writing screenplays for super hero movies, try your hand at something different. Write a historical adventure or a short film. This will show producers that you're flexible. It will also keep you employed audiences get tired of certain genres. New screenwriters should get a manager before seeking out an agent. Managers help develop scripts. Some even serve as producers. They're always seeking new talent and will offer you tips for success that you won't find with an agent. Outside New York or Los Angeles, you can find managers through internet searches and industry magazines. Some top management companies include 3 Arts Entertainment, The Gotham Group, and Untitled Entertainment. Agents help you sell your films. If you live in the New York or Los Angeles area, finding an agent is as simple as opening the Yellow Pages.  If you live outside these areas, you can find agents at film festivals, pitchfests, or seminars in your area. You could also talk to your manager for recommendations.  Search screenwriting magazines or industry blogs to find out when these events are happening. . Even if you're not a social butterfly, you can't rely solely on your agent or manager to get your script noticed. If you live outside Los Angeles or New York, search for networking events online. For example, Scriptmag.com has a page dedicated to physical and online meet-ups. Seek out producers, and perfect your pitch. Prepare to answer...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Enter contests. Submit your script to film festivals. Get flexible with genres. Get a manager. Get an agent. Network


Look for crayon-shaped wood filler sticks or wood putty. These products, purchased from home improvement stores or ordered online, come in a variety of colors. Pick the one that blends in best with the wood you’re treating.  If you can’t find the exact shade you need, you can buy different colors and mix them together to create different shades. If you wish to color the wood later, make sure the label says the product is stainable. It’ll take on the color of the stain, blending in with the wood. If you’re using a filler stick, simply rub the stick over the crack. You can then use your finger to spread it more as needed. When using putty, a putty knife or chisel can help spread the material over the crack. Continue applying filler until it comes out the top of the crack. When you smooth and sand the filler later, it’ll blend the crack more effectively because of the overfill. Before the material dries on the wood, flatten it out as much as possible. If you don’t have a putty knife, run a clean rag or your finger over the crack. Make sure the rag is clean to avoid introducing debris. The amount of time needed for the filler material to dry depends on the product, so check the label for the recommended wait time. To be safe, leaving the wood alone for 8 hours or overnight will ensure the filler dries completely. Blend the cracked area with a plane or fine grit sandpaper. Aim for a sandpaper grit between 120 and 220. Wear away the filler until it’s as flat against the wood as you can make it. When finished, the crack shouldn’t stand out as a discolored patch.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Purchase a filler compound that’s the same color as the wood. Push the filler into the hole with your finger. Overfill the crack with filler material. Smooth the filler with a putty knife. Let the wood filler dry for 8 hours. Sand down the excess filler.


Look for daisies with thick stems at least 4 inches (10 cm) long. Look for healthy, fully open flowers for a more beautiful chain. To keep your daisy chain for a long time, hang it up to dry in a windy area. It might wither or change color, but it should stay together.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Pick your daisies. Air dry the daisy (optional).


Look for foods that your body can digest easily, like oats, carrots, linseeds, or peeled potatoes. Try to find ways to include these foods in your regular meals and snacks, which may help reduce symptoms of constipation. For instance, consider having oatmeal for breakfast if you suffer from constipation because of your IBS. Once a day, stir 1 tbsp (5 g) of psyllium husk powder into a 8  fl oz (240 mL) glass of water. Drink the entire glass, and go about the rest of your day as usual. Talk to your doctor before adding new supplements to your diet. Drink a minimum of 8  c (1,900 mL) of water each day, or some other water-based drink like tea. Increasing your fluid intake can help with the absorption of food and may aid in softening the stool, which helps prevent excessive straining during bowel movements and alleviates constipation. It also helps people experiencing diarrhea to replace the lost fluids that they need. Drink enough water, juice, and/or non-caffeinated teas so that you’re not feeling thirsty and have clear or light yellow urine.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Eat more soluble fiber. Take psyllium husk powder. Stay hydrated to help soften your stools.


Look for free general business advice from associations like Business Link, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) and Independent Retailers Associations in your area or city. You can also talk to a financial advisor at your bank about starting a small business and the financial tools needed to do this.  You may also seek out a mentor, someone who currently owns a bridal shop in your area or who you feel may be a good guide and role model. Ask this mentor if you can shadow her for a few days or get advice on how to start your own bridal business. Some shop owners start as employees at a bridal shop and work under a mentor for several years before opening their own shop. This way, they are familiar with the financial requirements and the current bridal trends to then start their own business. . Your business plan should act as your shop’s roadmap or master template. A good business plan will prove to investors your business is viable and has the potential to be successful. Your bridal shop business plan should include:  A general business description: This should include the name of your business, for example, Carrie’s Bridal Boutique, the city where your business will be located, a proposed location for your business, and your customer type. Inventory description, analysis, and strategy: This section should list your planned inventory, for example, “wedding gowns, headpieces, jewellery, shoes, and tuxedo rentals.” It should also elaborate on your client demographic and why your proposed business location will be profitable for your business. For example, “The majority of Carrie’s Bridal Boutique’s clients will be from the local downtown area of Portland, with a hip and current aesthetic.” It should also look at your local and regional competitors, as well as how your business will compete against these businesses. Promotion plan: Though you may want to create a separate, more extensive marketing plan, your business plan should include a breakdown on how you plan to market your shop. You can do a month to...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Get professional financial advice. Create a business plan Determine if you need a loan. Get an accountant. Create a marketing plan


Look for friends with people of your own gender first. Then consider finding friendships with people of the opposite gender, without having romantic pressure. Let what may be come of its own accord. In time, romance may blossom with someone you've reached out to. Women may feel that this stage of life turns into a competition for the best guy out there. However, realize that you're all feeling vulnerable and there can be strength in joining together and supporting one another. Just soften a tiny bit and open up to other women who are feeling just as vulnerable as you are; they just have a weird way of showing it. This way, you will meet people with similar interests, from all walks of life. When you share an interest with others, age does not matter, so you have the chance to make friends across age groups and to learn from each other. It can be depressing and bad for the soul if you feel rejected on it often. In your age group, there is also a risk of coming across people who are misfits and worst of all, married! If you want to find people through this means, be very selective and use your decades of experience to root out the suspicious ones. When actually dating, sum up the date quickly, so that you don't over-invest yourself in somebody who is just going to suck you dry or be a complete loss. That said, it is possible to find someone you really connect with through online dating, so don't dismiss it; it has become the norm for many people now.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Make friends with people who are close to your age. Join clubs, hobby groups and other groups. Be very careful if you participate in online dating.


Look for gardening shears at your local gardening supply store or online. The shears should be clean and sharp so you can trim the tree properly. Do not use shears that have already been used on plants that have any diseases or pests, as they can then transfer to the tree. Clean the shears with water or use a different pair of shears just for the money tree. Look for two branches that extend out from the trunk of the tree to form a V-shape. Place your finger above the V-shape to mark it so you know where to cut. Pruning the tree at the V-shape will ensure the tree maintains its shape and growth. Hold the gardening shears at a 45 degree angle as you cut the trunk. Make a clean cut to remove excess branches and leaves. Work your way around the tree, cutting branches off the top and sides of the tree that appear overgrown. Make sure you cut 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) above V-shaped branches on the trunk of the tree. If you notice the tree has dead, dry, or brown leaves, trim the off by cutting them off at the stem at a 45 degree angle. Make sure you leave at least 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) of growth on the stem so it can grow back fuller and healthier. Err on the side of caution and trim the tree a little at a time. Remove a few overgrown branches and any brown leaves. Then, step back and look over the shape of the tree. If the tree still looks uneven in shape, trim off more branches until it looks more uniform. Do not remove too many branches or leaves, as this can stunt the growth of the tree. Remove a little at a time, rather than a lot of the tree at once.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Use sharp gardening shears. Find two branches that form a V-shape off the trunk. Cut the trunk 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) above the V-shaped branches. Remove branches on the top and sides of the tree. Prune off any branches with dry or brown leaves. Trim the tree down to no more than half its size.


Look for leaves that are six to eight inches (fifteen to twenty centimeters) long. Chicory leaves are edible throughout the growing season, but become more bitter after early spring. However, you can boil them to reduce bitterness. Leaves are ready for harvesting about 60 to 70 days after planting. The Red Rib variety, however, can be harvested for “baby leaf” in 35 days. Use hand clippers to cut the top of the plant off at ground level. Plants with the tops broken off and the root left in the ground will either regrow or add nutrients to the soil. To keep the whole plant, grasp it and pull slowly upwards. Use a hand trowel to gently coax the root out of the ground without nicking or bruising them. Cut them at two inches (five centimeters) above the roots, and keep or compost the roots. Rinse the leaves well over a sieve under running water. Pour the leaves over paper towels or a clean work surface. Sort through them to discard any grass or dead leaves. Rinse the leaves again. Jiggle the sieve lightly over the sink to shake off drain excess water. Place the sieve over a container or paper towels and allow the leaves to drain. Don’t freeze chicory leaves, since they will not retain their flavor. Refrigerate raw chicory leaves in a sealed plastic bag for up to ten days. Although chicory root is often dried, the plant’s leaves should be eaten fresh. When a chicory patch has blossom stalks, run it over with a lawnmower set very low. Wait until the leaves return, then cover the area with black plastic, weighed down on the edges. Lift the plastic in about two weeks to harvest a crop of blanched leaves.  For example, you may want to cover a space four feet (1.2 m) by six feet (1.8 m). You can use large rocks or pieces of pipe to hold down the edges of the plastic. Witloof chicory, or French endive, is often blanched for use as a delicacy in salads.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Trim tender leaves in the springtime. Collect the whole plant, or the top only. Wash the leaves twice. Drain the leaves. Store the leaves. Blanch chicory in the summertime, if desired.


Look for local beaches that don't get very crowded: you'll need a bit of space to properly bodysurf, and you don't want to worry about knocking over any unsuspecting beachgoers. Choose a soft, sandy beach with a gradual slope. Avoid jagged rocks, tide pools, and shallow swaths of seaweed. Begin bodysurfing on a day when the waves are substantial enough to propel you along (1-3 feet) but not so large that they drag you under.  As you improve, you might learn to bodysurf confidently in more dangerous conditions. Start with small waves and sandy bottoms until you get the motions down. If a swell drags you along a rocky bottom, you might be seriously injured. Check waves online. Run a web search for "swells at [local beach]" or "surf conditions [your area]". Visit Surfline.com, Surf-forecast.com, or another site. Get out into the water and watch where the waves break. The best time to catch a wave is right before it begins to crest (crash.) Wade out into the water and get into position so that you are prepared to catch the waves right where they crest. Gauge the height and the power of the surf, and make sure that you're confident surfing here.  You should be facing away from shore while you're watching the swells. When the time comes to catch a wave, you'll spin to face the shore so that you can ride the surge in. Make sure that there are no rocks or other obstacles in the way of your ride – above or below the water. Most of the waves that come your way will not be ideal for bodysurfing. Get used to diving under or floating over the waves that come. The most graceful way is usually to dive deep into the space beneath the crest of the oncoming wave. This way, you will pass through the wave without taking any of its force.  If the waves are small enough, you can just jump over the crests or let them knock you around a bit. Try to take the opportunity to practice "diving deep" into the waves. If you don't dodge the bad ones correctly, you'll get rolled by waves faster than you'd think. If you take a pounding from...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Find a good spot for bodysurfing. Watch the waves. Wait for the perfect wave.


Look for mature brown coconuts rather than young green ones, since older coconuts have thicker flesh and can yield more milk. 3 to 4 coconuts will produce about 4 cups (0.95 L) of milk, which will yield about 1.8 ounces (51 g) of oil. You can buy whole coconuts at many grocery stores, or order them online. Break the hard shell of the coconut with a hammer or the back side of a heavy kitchen cleaver. Use a spoon or dull knife (such as a butter knife) to separate the meat inside from the shell.  You can also buy specialized coconut knives that are designed to easily separate the meat from the shell. To avoid a mess, you may wish to puncture one of the eyes of the coconut and drain out the water before cracking the shell. Use a small knife to poke through the eye, or tap the tip of a screwdriver or a drill bit in with a hammer. . Once the meat is extracted, use a grater to shred the meat. Grate the coconut over a bowl or directly onto a piece of muslin cloth to easily collect the shreds. For easier shredding and grating, you can purchase a coconut shredder online or at a kitchen supply store. Some models are designed to shred the meat directly out of the shell. Pile the shredded coconut onto a square of muslin cloth and pull the edges together to create a bag. Hold the bundle over a bowl and squeeze the cloth tightly with your hands to extract the milk.  Adding a splash of hot water to the shreds may help the milk flow out more easily. If there are any particles in the milk, place a second piece of muslin cloth over a clean bowl or jar and sieve the milk through the cloth. Pour the milk into a saucepan and place it on your stove on a simmer setting. Check the milk frequently and stir it to make sure it is not burning or sticking to the pot. Cook the milk uncovered until it turns slightly brown.  To cook the coconut milk in a traditional Indian style, use a brass cooking pot called an urli. After the milk thickens and becomes light brown, remove it from the fire. Let it sit until it is cool enough to handle. Once...

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Choose 3 or 4 mature coconuts. Remove the coconut meat from the shell. Grate the coconut meat Squeeze the milk from the meat through a muslin cloth. Simmer the milk over low heat for 2 to 3 hours. Squeeze the cooked milk through a muslin cloth. Store the oil in an airtight container for up to a year.


Look for new opportunities, especially in places that you wouldn’t normally expect them. This can include talking to people you normally wouldn’t or accepting invitations that you would normally decline. The universe might be giving you an avenue towards what you want!  For example, if you’re trying to get a promotion at work and you’re offered a position on a project that you would normally decline, accept the position instead. That project might lead you to your promotion! Be patient. Large changes in your life won’t happen overnight. It can take years of thinking with intent to see the changes you want to see. Trust that the universe will take care of the details and lead you where you need to go. If you feel compelled to do something out of the ordinary, go ahead and do it. It might be the universe giving you a nudge in the right direction. For example, if you go to the same coffee shop every day on your break but suddenly feel the need to go to a different coffee shop, follow that impulse. For all you know, you may meet someone who will be pivotal in helping you reach your goals! This will help keep negative emotions away. When you’re trying to bring something you want into your life through visualization, you don’t want any negativity getting in the way of your positive visualization. This can negatively affect the outcome of your focusing and may stop you from getting what you want!

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Believe that the universe will give you new opportunities and that your visualization will manifest positively in your life. Trust your intuition. Express gratitude for what you already have.


Look for obscure word lists, sign up for word-a-day emails and never hesitate to look up a definition if you encounter an unfamiliar word. After a while, you may discover that you’ve come down with a nasty case of logolepsy (a love of words). If you look, you will find words that are easy to love. Take "Hippopotomonstrosesquipedalian" as an example. This word, which means "a word coined so as to be long" is actually longer than its definition (unless, of course, you are being verbose in describing the word). By learning the roots of words, you can discern meanings of unfamiliar words more easily, helping you to build an infinite vocabulary. You will be able to create neologisms, or new words based on existing definitions.  If you know a substantial number of suffixes and prefixes, you can make up your own behemoth words. The Shakespearean gem "Honorificabilitudinitatibus" started with the simple root word of Honor. Apply unconventional conjugations and parasynthesis (use odd tenses and variations). Sometimes a common word can be verbose if an unusual tense is applied. The word “datum” sounds particularly erudite when compared to the singular “data.” Never use one syllable where three will do. In other words, eschew monosyllabic iterations when feasible.  If your lexicon is archaic enough, you can add additional words by using synonymous adjectives. For example, you could describe a redundant speaker as being "Tautologically loquacious,” which has a bit more juice than calling them "Redundantly repetitive,” though it means, more or less, the same thing. Take the word 'hyperpolysyllabic' as your example. It means essentially the same thing if you leave the 'hyper' off, but why waste a perfectly good 17 letter word? The goal of verbosity is to appear intelligent, not ridiculous. Using an obscure word incorrectly can be deleterious to the illusion of perspicacity. Be sure to check the usage of a new word in several sources before applying it in the real world. All the astute logorrhea in the world won't help you...

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Start actively gathering new words to use. Study the roots of words. Use long words. Use words correctly.


Look for one that contains vitamin C, quercetin, and petrolatum, as these ingredients help to heal skin quickly. It's even better if the lotion is designed to specifically reduce the redness of keloids or other scars. Make an appointment with your dermatologist to discuss your keloid scars and how to cover them up or remove them entirely. Your doctor might suggest a particular type of skin lotion or makeup products. They might also give you options for removal, such as surgery. The silicone in these products helps to lower collagen production, while moisturizing your skin. You can usually buy these over-the-counter, although it's a good idea to talk with your doctor before using them. You'll generally apply the silicone overnight for a series of weeks. Silicone treatment works best if you start using it as soon as you notice the scars forming. Your dermatologist performs this procedure by targeting a laser to the scar and surrounding skin. This application helps to minimize redness by reducing blood flow to the area. Most people require 2 or more treatments to fully remove a scar. The cost is also something to consider as each treatment can cost upwards of $250.

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Apply a scar-reducing skin lotion at least once a day before bed. See a dermatologist. Cover the scarred area with a silicone sheet, gel, or liquid. Agree to pulsed dye laser therapy for a quicker, more permanent solution.


Look for one that is just slightly wider and deeper than the root ball of the plant you are going to pot. Be sure to use a gardenia variety suitable for pot growing so that the gardenia doesn't outgrow the container. Choose a good houseplant potting mix without added fertilizer to fill the pot. Make sure the potting mix states that the pH is below 6. Place enough of the potting mix in the pot so that the top of the root ball will be about 1 1⁄2 inches (3.8 cm) below the rim. Mix it well so there are no dry pockets. Fill in around the gardenia with potting soil to the top of the root ball. Mix an acidic water soluble fertilizer formulated for gardenias as directed on the package for potted plants. Water the pot with the fertilizer solution until water drains from the bottom. There should be about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of space between the pot rim and the top of the planting medium in the pot. Potted gardenias are perfect for sunny porches or patios. Make sure the pot isn't too shaded, or the gardenia won't bloom. Potted gardenias only need to be watered once a week. Give the gardenia a good inch of water on the same morning each week. Water the roots, not the leaves, to keep the sun from burning the plant. If you live in a cool place, you'll need to overwinter the gardenia inside. Before the first frost in the fall, bring the pot inside and put it in a sunny, humid room. If the air in your house is dry, and it probably is, run a humidifier in the room with the gardenia to keep humidity high enough for the plant. It may also help to set the pot on a tray filled with pebbles and water Gardenias will slowly outgrow their pots after about 2 years. Buy a larger pot and repot your gardenia to keep it healthy.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Choose a pot with good drainage. Fill the pot with potting mix. Add warm water to the potting medium until it feels moist. Center the gardenia in the new pot. Add fertilizer. Add more potting mix if the mix settled below the root ball. Place the pot in a sunny spot. Water the gardenia at the same time each week. Bring the pot indoors in the winter. Repot gardenias every 2 years in the spring.