The traditional hot toddy is also available in a flavorful tea variant.  To get started, boil 8 ounces (240 milliliters) of water and add in ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger, 3 whole cloves, 1 cinnamon stick, and 2 bags of green or orange tea. Let it brew for 5 minutes, then take out the tea bags.  Reheat the tea in the microwave for 1 minute, then add 2 tablespoons of honey and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Pour 1 or 2 ounces (30 – 60 milliliters) of whiskey into the cup.  Stir everything with a spoon and drink while warm. A hot and flavorful mixture of herbal tea and booze can help you treat your cold.  Brew a bag of berry-flavored herbal tea in 6 ounces (180 milliliters) of boiling water for two to three minutes. Discard the tea bag, then add 1 ½ ounces (45 milliliters) of white rum, ½ tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of honey. Stir everything together, then garnish with a lemon twist (or some lemon peel). Whisky chai is a tasty beverage that combines traditional chai tea with a bit of whisky.  To get started, mix 16 powdered cloves, one teaspoon ginger, eight powdered cardamom pods (without seeds), 20 powdered black peppercorns, a pinch of nutmeg, and two powdered cinnamon sticks.  In a medium saucepan, simmer one quart (one liter) of whole milk.  Stir in the spices.  Let the spices and milk mingle for 10 minutes.  Strain the mixture after 10 minutes, then return it to the saucepan. Stir in three ounces (89 milliliters) whisky. Drink the whisky chai while hot.

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Brew some hot toddy tea. Brew some berry-rum tea. Try a whisky chai.


The traditional mosaic adhesive is cement-based mortar. It is made by mixing cement, sand, and water. But you can also use acrylic based adhesives, epoxy resins, or construction adhesives. Find the right adhesive for you at your local craft supply or hardware store. Start by looking at the “Applications” section on the label. You will need an adhesive that works well for your base and decoration materials.  If you are making an outdoor mosaic, make sure your adhesive label states that it is water-resistant. For mosaics that will regularly get wet, like shower floors, use thinset mortar.  Acrylic-based adhesives are easy to use and very strong and good for slippery surfaces like ceramic and glass. Epoxy resins work well on metals, but they can be messy to use and smelly. The time needed varies depending on the type of adhesive you used and where your mosaic will be, so check the label on your adhesive and follow the directions stated there. Once the adhesive is set, wipe the mosaic tiles with a damp sponge to clear away any extra adhesive material that may have risen to the top.  Try to wipe the excess mortar as soon as possible after its set. If you wait until the adhesive cures completely (usually another 24 hours after it is set), it will be very difficult to wipe off the excess from the tiles. If you used traditional mortar, 24 hours is usually enough time for indoor mosaics. Outdoor mosaics will need to set for 72 hours. Acrylic adhesives and epoxy resins usually take between 12-24 hours to set completely.

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Choose the right adhesive for the materials you are using. Let the adhesive set.


The traditional path for fashion designers is usually to go to a design school. The Fashion Institute of Technology and Parsons The New School for Design (both in New York City) are leaders in this industry, but they don't come cheap. Tuition is often thousands of dollars per year.  Many colleges also offer majors in Fashion Merchandising, which includes courses in design, marketing, and business practices. If you want to own your own label, this could be a good option for you.  If you're very confident in your business and design skills, you could try to train through apprenticeships with other fashion labels, or even go it on your own. Many people dream of becoming fashion designers, envisioning the life as a world full of glamor and beautiful models and gorgeous silks and leathers. While these things can be part of it, some experts suggest that less than 10% of your time as a label owner will be spent actually designing your clothes: the rest of it is eaten up with small-business-owner responsibilities such as managing line production, packaging and sending off clothes to magazines and customers, and dealing with the public. For some people, being your own boss and being solely responsible for the success of your company is an exhilarating sense of independence; for others, it's the stuff of sweat-drenched nightmares. Are you the type of person who thrives on challenge, tight deadlines, and stiff competition? Can you persist through hardships because your dream of a label is everything to you? You can still work in fashion even if you don't start your own line. Some fashion designers go to work for large fashion houses and never start their own labels, because they don't want all the extra responsibilities that come along with that. In fashion, much of your success will be determined not only by what you know, but by who you know.  Finding a business partner with experience in running a small business could be a really good idea. In addition to bringing expertise and a different set of skills to your...

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Consider your education options. Understand the reality of the fashion world. Consider your personality. Decide whether you have all the skills and contacts necessary to establishing your label. Determine whether you can fund your label. Consider consulting with an attorney and an accountant.


The traditional wakeskate board is made of pressed wood just like a skateboard. Recent interest in the sport has led to more high-tech designs that use a plastic foam core. Wooden boards tend to react more like skateboards and respond well to tricks, whereas composite boards float a little lighter and feel like wakeboards. Composite boards tend to last longer and are usually more expensive. Board size is always measured in inches, and the size you buy depends on you as a skater. Lighter boards move slower but respond well to tricks, while bigger boards have more buoyancy and speed through the water.  39-41 inches: Riders who weigh 90-170lbs, beginners and intermediates. 42-43 inches: Riders who weigh 150-200lbs, intermediate riders. 44-46 inches: Riders who weigh more than 180lbs, advanced riders. While they have slightly less control than a grip-tape board, foam-topped boards are great for beginners. You can wear shoes with them as well, but many people find it easier to learn barefoot because they can feel the boards movement better. The only issue is that fins make it more difficult to break the surface of the water and get air. Still, fins are good for beginners or those who want to focus on speed and comfortable riding. Many boards come with removable fins, allowing you to adapt your board to your riding style or skill level. Wakeskaters have a wide variety of shoes to choose from, as most regular athletic shoes will work just fine. Many wakeskaters prefer normal skateboard shoes because they are designed to interact with the surface of the board for grip and stability. Wakeskate specific shoes, however, have drainage channels and quick-drying material for added comfort on the board. Unless you're planning to do tricks, jumps and other stunts you can use regular athletic shoes or skateboarding shoes. These boards are more forgiving to ride, have added stability, and can be ridden with shoes or barefoot. Talk to the staff at your watersports shop about finding the correct size for you if you have any...

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Know that boards are made of wood or plastic foam (composite) materials. Choose the right size for your weight and skill level. Get a foam top board if you want to ride barefoot. Get fins on your board for greater stability. Invest in a good pair of shoes. Get a light, foam-topped board with fins if you are just starting out.


The traditional way to measure water for Greek coffee is by using a demitasse cup to measure. Fill the demitasse with water, and then pour that water into the briki. By using the same cup you'll be serving coffee in, measuring with the demitasse ensures that you make exactly the right amount of coffee. For each cup of coffee you're making, measure in one heaping teaspoon of Greek coffee grounds. Unlike Turkish coffee, you don’t add spices like cardamom to Greek coffee, but you can add sugar if you like. Depending on the level of sweetness you want, add:  No sugar for plain, or sketos ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) sugar for half-sweet, or meoligi 1 teaspoon (5 g) of sugar for medium, or metrios 2 teaspoons (10 g) of sugar for sweet, or glykys Swirl the coffee, sugar, and water together to combine all the ingredients in the briki. Turn the gas to medium and transfer the briki to the heat.  As the coffee heats up, it will begin to bubble and foam as it simmers. Do not stir, swirl, or otherwise disturb the coffee at this point, or you will destroy the foam, which is an integral part of Greek coffee. Don’t let the coffee boil over either, or you'll lose the foam. When the coffee nears the rim of the briki, remove it from the heat. When you take the coffee off the flame, pour it immediately into the demitasse, along with the foam and grounds. Be gentle so you don’t disturb the foam. If you're making more than one coffee, make sure you distribute the foam evenly among all the cups. Use a spoon to transfer foam from one cup to another if necessary.

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Measure the water. Add the coffee and sugar. Mix and heat the coffee. Serve in the demitasse.


The trailing stop loss is a type of sell order that adjusts automatically to the moving value of the stock. Most pertinently, the trailing stop loss order moves with the value of the stock when it rises. For example:  You purchase stock at $25. The stock rises to $27. You place a sell trailing stop loss order using a $1 trail value. While the price moves up, the trailing price (stop price) will stay at $1 less than the current  price. The stock price reaches $29 and then it starts to drop. The trailing stop loss would be at $28. Once the stock price hits $28, your trailing stop loss order will become a market order. This means that you will sell the stock. At this point, your gains are locked in (assuming a buyer can be found). A traditional stop loss is an order designed to limit losses automatically. It does not follow or adjust to the stock's changing price, unlike the trailing stop loss order.  The traditional stop loss order is placed at a specific price point and does not change. For example: You purchase stock for $30. You set your traditional stop loss order at $28. In this case, the stock will be sold at $28. If the stock price rises to $35 and then dips suddenly, you will still sell at $28. You will not protect the paper profit you made from the stock's recent rise. Use a trailing stop loss order instead of selling at a predetermined level. Instead the order automatically adjusts when the price of your investment rises.  With a traditional stop loss order, say you have a $15 stock. You establish a sell level (say, $10) that will not change. If the price of your stock goes up to $20, you still have a  $10 sell level. If the stock plummets, you will still sell at $10. With a trailing stop loss order, say you have a $15 stock. You might establish a trailing stop loss order of 10% instead of a traditional stop loss order at, say, $13.50. If the stock goes up to $20, you will still use the 10% level. This makes your stop loss order effective at $18 (10% below $20). If you had used a traditional stop...

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Understand how a trailing stop loss works. Recognize what a traditional stop loss is. Understand how the trailing stop loss order helps to maximize your profits. Use an easy, proactive strategy.


The transpose of a transpose is the original matrix. This is pretty intuitive, since all you're doing is switching the rows and columns. If you switch them again, you're back where you started. In a square matrix, transposition "flips" the matrix over the main diagonal. In other words, the elements in a diagonal line from element a11 to the bottom right corner will remain the same. Each other elements will move across the diagonal and end up at the same distance from the diagonal, on the opposite side. If you can't visualize this, draw a 4x4 matrix on a piece of paper. Now fold is over the main diagonal. See how elements a14 and a41 touch? They trade places in the transpose, as does each other pair that touches when folded. A symmetric matrix is symmetric across the main diagonal. If we use the "flip" or "fold" description above, we can immediately see that nothing changes. All the element pairs that trade places were already identical. In fact, this is the standard way to define a symmetric matrix. If matrix A = AT, then matrix A is symmetric.

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(MT)T = M. Flip square matrices over the main diagonal. Transpose a symmetric matrix.


The tree can be mounted on a rock, a candle holder or decorative plate, using hot glue. After the tree is securely mounted, separate the branches of your tree. It can now be placed on display or used as a gift.

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The trees will help provide shade for you home and, therefore, will help keep your home cooler in the hot summer months. It will not require as much air conditioning to keep it at your desired temperature. Deciduous trees lose leaves in the winter, so they will still allow the sun to come in and help heat your home during the winter months.

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The trick to looking balanced and polished in culottes is making sure your waist is defined. Opt for fitted pieces like tank tops, t-shirts, and button-ups. Slinky materials, like silk, also work well because they are both clingy and flowy. You can also define your waist by wearing short tops, such as crop tops. If the top you have in mind isn't cropped, try tucking it into the culottes. As long as your waist is defined, you can wear loose-fitting tops and still look shapely. A cropped knit sweater in a fun color like purple can add a little pizzazz to a pair of simple black culottes. Create a retro vibe by wearing a fitted cherry red cardigan over culottes with a black and white polka dot print.  Add a pair of black Mary Janes and cat-eye sunglasses to complete the look. Casual staples like plain white t-shirts can create a chic laidback vibe with culottes. Tuck the t-shirt in and throw a cool vest over it for a breezy look. If your culottes are made of denim, try wearing a graphic tee, like a band t-shirt, to create an edgier look.

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Choose slim-fitting or draped tops to help define your waist. Wear short tops or tuck in loose tops to look shapely in culottes. Wear a cropped knit sweater or fitted cardigan on colder days. Treat them like jeans and wear a fitted white t-shirt.


The truth is, even though your mom probably knows you better than anyone, she may not fully realize the impact that her smoking has had on you. If you are concerned with her health and wish to protect yourself and others from the effects of secondhand smoke, the most direct way to handle this is through open communication.  Schedule some time to talk in a comfortable, private environment. No one enjoys being confronted about their habits. By going to a private place, such as a bedroom or sitting room, mom may be able to let her guard down and hear what you need to say. Try not to nag or blame your mom for her smoking habit. Try to be compassionate, gentle and understanding. Be sure to listen well. There may be some unexpressed feelings or perhaps she has tried to quit in the past and was unsuccessful. Hearing her out can ultimately make her more open to quitting. If your mom is particularly defensive about her smoking habit, writing her a clear, thoughtful letter can allow you to get all of your feelings out in the open without her feeling confronted or attacked. This way she can process the information on her own and respond once she is ready.  Try starting off with, “Mom, I'm writing you this letter because I love you and want the very best for you and our family.” Or, “Mom, lately I have been thinking about our lifestyle and how we can improve our health together.” ”Mom, it is sometimes difficult for me to express my feelings in person, but I am worried about you. Just know that I will do whatever I can to help you to quit smoking. You don't have to do this alone.” If you still have difficulty getting mom to listen, bringing in an adult peer, friend or family member may help grab her attention in ways that you may not be able. After all, many parents do struggle when it comes to hearing their child out (even when they are adults), so bringing in a trusted peer may get her to understand the dangers of smoking once and for all.

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Be open and honest about your feelings. Write her a letter.It can be particularly difficult to confront a parent, especially in person. Ask a trusted friend or family member to get involved.


The tumor can press against the windpipe (trachea) causing difficulty getting air into your lungs. Note if you easily become out of breath or feel like something is stuck in your throat to cause a choking feeling. If shortness of breath happens after exercise activities note if you have a wheezing (high-pitched whistling sound) noise when breathing. This can be asthma. The tumor can irritate your lungs, trachea (windpipe), and the nerves associated with your cough reflex. Note if you have had a chronic cough from months to years with no relief from suppressants, steroids, and antibiotics.  If you have acid reflux from spicy, fatty, or acidic foods, it can lead to a chronic cough. If altering your diet reduces the cough, then it isn’t likely a thymoma.  If you live in or have traveled to an area with tuberculosis (TB) and have experienced a chronic cough, bloody sputum (blood mucus coughed up), night sweats, and a fever, then you may have TB for which you should still see a doctor immediately. Due to the tumor pushing on the chest wall and heart, you may develop chest pain characterized by a pressure-like feeling and location only in the center of your chest.  Also, you can develop pain behind the breastbone that may hurt when applying pressure to the area. If you feel pressure-like chest pain and have sweating, palpitations (feel like your heart is jumping out of your chest), fever, or chest pain when moving or breathing, then you may have an underlying lung or heart disease. Regardless of the root cause, you should see a doctor for these symptoms. The thymus can grow and push against the esophagus, causing difficulty swallowing. Note if you have trouble swallowing meals or you recently switched to a more liquid diet because it's easier. The trouble may also feel like a choking sensation. Because the thymus tumor can become cancerous and spread throughout the body (very rarely), you may experience weight loss due to the increased needs of the cancer tissue. Check your current weight against an older reading....

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Look for shortness of breath. Notice additional coughing. Note instances of chest pain. Watch for trouble swallowing. Weigh yourself. Examine for superior vena cava syndrome. Note symptoms consistent with myasthenia gravis (MG). Look for symptoms of red blood cell aplasia. Examine for symptoms of Hypogammaglobulinemia.


The two shapes are cumulus and stratus:  Cumulus clouds: These are the big, "fluffy" clouds that look a bit like cotton balls. These clouds have a thickness that is usually equal to or greater than their width and they have very distinct edges. Cumulus clouds tend to indicate that the atmosphere is unstable at the altitude where they are found. Stratus clouds: These clouds are layered and often look flat. They're usually much wider horizontally than vertically. Stratus clouds typically indicate a stable atmosphere but can also herald the onset of a non-violent storm. When fog appears it is usually accompanied by stratus clouds.

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The type of acne you have will determine the type of treatment. Ask your doctor about the benefits, risks, and potential side effects of using benzoyl peroxide. Write a list of any alternative therapies you have questions about and take it with you to your doctor's visit. Any other medications you are taking (including supplements, vitamins, and over-the-counter products) could cause a drug interaction. Other things you may want to discuss with your doctor include:  Other creams (prescription or over-the-counter) that you are using The different forms of this medication (lotion, facial wash, etc.) and which one might work best for you The different concentrations of benzoyl peroxide and whether starting with the lowest possible dose (to minimize the possibility of irritation) is right for you This can include eczema, dermatitis, broken/bleeding skin, or any other irritation. Benzoyl peroxide is a topical medication only and any broken skin or open wounds would allow it to enter your body. Benzoyl peroxide may also make conditions such as eczema worse. If you have had an allergic reaction or severe irritation with benzoyl peroxide products in the past, you should avoid using benzoyl peroxide. There are several other acne medications and therapies that you could use, however, so don't lose hope. Talk with your doctor about the alternatives. Benzoyl peroxide may interact with lotions, makeup, facial washes, perfume, or any other agents that may come in contact with your skin. Ask your doctor before you use products like shaving cream or astringents, as they may make irritation from benzoyl peroxide therapy worse. It is not clear if benzoyl peroxide would be unsafe for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding, which is why it is important to ask your doctor. Be sure to consult with your OBGYN as well. You might need to adjust the dosage or discontinue using the product if you have severe side effects or if the treatment seems ineffective. While the information in this article is written to help you make informed...

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Talk with your doctor or nurse practitioner about whether benzoyl peroxide is right for you. Discuss any medications you may be on. Tell your doctor of any pre-existing skin conditions you may have. Inform your doctor if you have had a previous allergic reaction to benzoyl peroxide. Ask your doctor about possible interactions. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you plan to become pregnant or breastfeed. Communicate with your doctor or nurse practitioner while using the product.


The type of clay will determine what the oven should be heated to, so refer to the package instructions. Usually, Cernit, Fimo, Premo, Sculpey, and Souffle clay should be baked at 275 °F (135 °C). Kato clay should be baked at 300 °F (149 °C) and Pardo clay should be baked at 325 °F (163 °C). Open windows to allow the fumes from baking the clay to escape your kitchen. Pick up a few rectangular aluminum pans from your local grocery store or supermarket. They should be deep enough that your clay creation can fit inside one, with the other one inverted as the lid. Place one of the pans on a flat surface and center a piece of ceramic tile in the bottom of it. Then, place a piece of copy paper or parchment paper on top of the tile.  The ceramic tile helps to stabilize the temperature inside the pans and the paper protects the clay from the glaze on the tile. Keeping the project covered protects it from the heat, avoids scorching, and contains the fumes. Carefully center your project on top of the paper and tile. Then, flip the other pan over and use it as a lid to cover the project. Place 2 binder clips on opposite sides of the pans to secure them together. You can cover a roasting pan with aluminum foil if you can’t find a large enough aluminum pan. Place the pans inside the oven, making sure they’re centered and equidistant from the walls of the oven and the heating elements. The type of clay and the thickness of the sculpture dictates the baking time, so refer to the package instructions. Generally, you should aim for 45 minutes per 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) of thickness.  For instance, if the piece is 1.75 inches (4.4 cm) thick, bake it for 3.5 to 5.25 hours. Polymer clay won’t burn when baked at a low temperature, so don’t be afraid to leave it in the oven too long. Remove the pans from the oven using oven mitts and carefully transfer the project to a heat-safe surface. Allow the clay to cool completely, which can take from 30-60 minutes. Unfortunately, the only way to tell if the clay is done is to break it—crumbly...

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Preheat your oven according to the clay’s instructions. Place a piece of paper on top of a ceramic tile inside an aluminum pan. Set your project on top of the paper and cover it with the other pan. Bake the clay for 30-45 minutes per 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) of thickness. Let the clay cool completely for 30-60 minutes.


The type of currency you are spending or getting rid of, is the base currency. The currency that you are purchasing is called quote currency. In forex trading, you sell one currency to purchase another. The exchange rate tells you how much you have to spend in quote currency to purchase base currency. A long position means that you want to buy the base currency and sell the quote currency. In our example above, you would want to sell U.S. dollars to purchase British pounds. A short position means that you want to buy quote currency and sell the base currency. In other words, you would sell British pounds and purchase U.S. dollars. The bid price is the price at which your broker is willing to buy base currency in exchange for quote currency. The bid is the best price at which you are willing to sell your quote currency on the market. The ask price, or the offer price is the price at which your broker will sell base currency in exchange for quote currency. The ask price is the best available price at which you are willing to buy from the market. A spread is the difference between the bid price and the asking price. You'll see two numbers on a forex quote: the bid price on the left and the asking price on the right. Make predictions about the economy. If you believe that the U.S. economy will continue to weaken, which is bad for the U.S. dollar, then you probably want to sell dollars in exchange for a currency from a country where the economy is strong. Look at a country's trading position. If a country has many goods that are in demand, then the country will likely export many goods to make money. This trading advantage will boost the country's economy, thus boosting the value of its currency. Consider politics. If a country is having an election, then the country's currency will appreciate if the winner of the election has a fiscally responsible agenda. Also, if the government of a country loosens regulations for economic growth, the currency is likely to increase in value. Read economic reports. Reports on a...

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Understand basic forex terminology. Read a forex quote. Decide what currency you want to buy and sell. Learn how to calculate profits.


The type of food your tortoise eats will largely depend on the species of tortoise you've chosen. It's important to ask the source where you got the tortoise what you should make a part of its staple diet. In general, though, most tortoises eat mixed leafy greens, such as a typical "spring mix" you can find at any grocery store. When tortoises are babies, they need to eat softer or crispier foods, because their tiny jaws will find it hard to tear apart harder foods. Tortoises can eat most vegetables, such as broccoli, green beans, or kale, especially if you mix them in with the mixed greens, but it's important to know what your type of tortoise needs.  Your tortoise may need supplements to make sure that he or she grows healthy and strong. The supplements must have Calcium and a some Vitamin A, Vitamin D3 should be offered too if the tortoise is kept indoors without UV light. Some tortoises prefer dandelion leaves, celery, lettuce, and sometimes fruit. It's important that your tortoise has enough water to stay hydrated and healthy. You can just pour some water in a shallow tray or saucer and sink it into the floor of the enclosure so that your tortoise can't flip it over. It should be shallow enough so that your tortoise can easily stand in it and can place its head in the water without being completely submerged. Replace the water daily. Your tortoise should have its own bowl of water, whether it is outdoors or indoors. Never drop a tortoise; if their shell breaks, they might die from an infection. Though you may be dying to hold your pet tortoise, you should try to take it easy on holding it, or letting others hold it. This can be stressful for your favorite creature. If there are small children around, explain to them that it would be better if they would admire it through observation and contact is only necessary during care. Tortoises need to stay hydrated, especially when they are young. When you first bring home your tortoise, you should soak it in water a few times a week, so it feels fully hydrated,...

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Feed your tortoise. Provide your tortoise with water. Handle your tortoise with care. Soak your baby tortoise in water a few times a week. Choose the type of shelter you'd like for your tortoise.


The type of oats traditionally used for oat flour are called "rolled oats." These can be bought for cheap at many grocery stores, but are not always available. Luckily, you can use instant, quick-cook, or steel cut as well -- the only difference is grain size, and you're grinding them all up anyway.  Don't use oats that have been flavored in any way, as this flavor will work into your final dish. Plain oats are best. If you're going to be using your oat flour in a recipe immediately, measure out more oats than the recipe calls for. Once you turn them into flour, they'll settle and take up a smaller volume. You'll generally end up with about 3/4 of the volume of oats you started with. Any standard blender or "Magic Bullet"-type device will also work well.In a pinch, you could use a coffee grinder. Be sure to clean it out first unless you want coffee-flavored flour. Pulse for 30 seconds or until the oats reach a fine, powdery consistency. They should look a lot like traditional plain, all-purpose wheat flour.  No blender? There are a variety of ways to make manual flour, but you need to know they will take a while. You could try:  Mincing: Using your sharpest knife, rock it back and forth over a small pile of oats to quickly chop them up. They will be a little bigger than a real flour, but will still work.  Grinding: Using a mortar and pestle, grind the oats into a powder.  Mashing: A last-ditch effort, put the oats in a resealable plastic bag, squeeze the air out, and start crushing as if washing clothing by hand. Note that this will likely take a long time. It can be hard to tell whether any extra oats remain in your flour, so open the food processor or blender and stir the powder a few times to be safe. Pulse again for 10 seconds or so. Your oat flour is ready to use right away. You can use it roughly how you would use plain flour ordinarily, substituting it into recipes. If you need to save some, use the same rules you would use for ordinary flour. Keep it in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. Oat...

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Measure out a portion of oats. Pulse the oats in a food processor. Stir to mix in any stray oats, then pulse again. Use or store your oat flour at once.


The type of packaging you use affects costs. Light packaging tends to be inexpensive. Smaller boxes add about a dollar to shipping costs, while light envelopes add about 25 cents. However, using a larger box can cost up to $5. While you can't know the exact cost until being charged at the post office, these guidelines can help you determine a rough estimate. For example, if you're shipping a larger box, add an estimated $5 onto your overall shipping costs. If you have a scale at home, weigh your item first. Make sure you weigh the package as you'll send it out. The weight, in addition to other information, can be entered into an online calculator to help you estimate a rough shipping cost. Jot it down and gather other information before using an online calculator. Use an online calculator associated with the shipping company you're using. If you're shipping through FedEx, for example, use a calculator on their website. Postage varies depending on the type of package you're sending and your state. You must use an individual online calculator catered to your state to determine a postage estimate. You enter information such as your zip code and the type of package you're sending. From there, you will get a price estimate for postage. You can find calculators online to help you determine shipping costs. Try to find a calculator through the mail carrier you're using. For example, if you're using UPS, use their online price calculator. Enter the information you gathered, such as the package weight, to get an overall cost estimate. Remember, prices may vary when you arrive at the post office. Budget to potentially pay a little extra in shipping costs.

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Take packaging into account. Weigh your item. Figure out postage. Enter your information into an online calculator.


The type of skis you get will differ on how and where you ski.  If you like to ski larger hills and mountains that offer steeper runs, you will want Alpine skis, or possibly Telemark skis. Alpine skis are made for steeper runs where you will be riding up to the top of a hill or mountain and then skiing down to the base. There are four main types of downhill skis, and three main types of cross country skis. You have all mountain skis, twin tip skis, backcountry, and racing skis.  The equipment you need for these different types of skis will not be the same across the board. All mountain skis with a wider waist are the best for all around skiing. Twin tips have two tips which bend up, like a snowboard. These skis fall into two relative categories, all mountain, and park. Backcountry skis are the widest and are meant for powder and ungroomed trails. These skis help you float on the snow but don’t let you turn as sharply. Cross country and Randonée skis don’t accommodate for steep slopes. These skis feature lighter gear that aids in skating and climbing. These skis don’t allow for very sharp turns. Telemark skis are a sort of mix ski that offers the ability to remove your back heel like in a Nordic ski. But a telemark ski is still designed for skiing down steeper and more aggressive slopes. The best way to get the proper setup is to go to your local ski shop and get outfitted and measured by a ski professional. Professional technicians can properly adjust your bindings and pair you with the right boots and equipment. You should consult a professional every season as your weight and ability may have changed.

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Determine your preferred type of skiing. Pick the right types of skis for you. Consult a professional.


The type of soil under your lawn, as well as the climate and time of year, will dictate how often you need to water your lawn. If you live in an area that is prone to heavy rainfall during parts of the year, for example, you will not need to water as frequently. Certain yards may not reap the full benefits of rainfall, however, depending on the yard's composition and layout.  Certain soil types absorb water better than others. A high composition of clay, for example, will prevent water from absorbing into the soil.  Clay tends to retain an average around 1.5 inches of water per foot of soil, while fine sand and loamy sand retain the least amount of water at 0.7 and 0.8 inches of water per foot of soil, respectively.  Silty loam, clay loam, and silty clay loam have the highest water retention of all soil types, averaging 2.4 inches of water per foot of soil.  The layout of the yard is a factor as well. A sloped lawn will not be able to absorb much excess water. Any moisture not readily absorbed will most likely run off downhill. Certain times of day are better than others when watering your lawn. Timing will also vary depending on your climate. It may come as no surprise that where you live may be the biggest factor in when and how often you need to water your lawn.  If you live in a humid climate, you should water your lawn between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM for optimum results.  In hot, arid climates, it's best to water lawns in the still hours of the early morning, before sunrise. This will help reduce the amount of water that would otherwise be lost to daytime evaporation and winds. In cooler temperatures, it's best to water your lawn before 10:00 AM or after 6:00 PM. This will minimize evaporation. While some may feel that the lawn should be watered on a daily basis, oftentimes this is not necessary. Many factors influence how often you need to water your lawn. In drought-prone Southern California, for example, you may need to water your lawn anywhere from 20 minutes per week to 200 minutes per week, depending...

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Evaluate your soil type. Decide when to water. Determine how often to water. Measure your sprinkler output. Calculate the exact amount of water optimal for your lawn.


The type of soil you have determines how to topdress a lawn because you want to balance out your soil. For example, heavy clay soil should have plenty of sand added to the topdress material to provide additional drainage. A basic mix is 3 parts sand with 3 parts loam and 1 part peat. Adjust this to allow for your soil type. Work the mixture until it is as lump-free as possible. Otherwise, you may just be planting more weeds in your yard. Don’t use sea sand for topdressing.

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Assess what type of soil you have. Mix the topdressing in your wheelbarrow or some other large container. Use homemade compost only if you know that it has no weed seed in it. Make sure the sand is lime free.


The type of tool you use will depend on the area of the ninebark you are pruning. Depending on the size of your ninebark, you may need 1 tool for shoots and stems and another tool for branches. Some common pruning tools include:  Pruning shears. Pruning shears are best for cutting through branches that are up to 0.75 in (1.9 cm) in diameter. Loppers. Loppers, or lopping shears, work well for cutting through branches that are up to 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) in diameter. Hand saw. You may need a hand saw to remove branches greater than 1 in (2.5 cm) in diameter. Some hand saws are even strong enough to cut through branches as thick as 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter. For anything thicker, use a chainsaw. To prevent the spread of diseases among diseased and healthy plants, it is important to disinfect your gardening tools after using them. First, rinse your tools off with clean water. Then, mix up a disinfectant solution made up of 1 part bleach and 9 parts water. Soak your tools in the solution for 30 minutes and then rinse them off with clean water. Let them air dry or dry them with a clean towel before storing them. It is important to cut any branches you remove near the ground. Otherwise, they may hinder the growth of the ninebark and they will affect the appearance of the shrub as well. You can even cut the entire shrub nearly down to the ground if it is out of control. Whenever you need to remove a branch, cut it at a 45 degree angle. The lowest part of the branch should be even with the connecting branch and the highest part of the branch should be about 0.25 inches (0.64 cm) from the connecting branch. It is important to leave the bottom of the shrub wider than the top of the shrub after you prune it or the bottom of the shrub will not get adequate light. This could cause the ninebark to grow poorly. Prune the shrub at a slight angle so that there is a gradual thickening towards the base. For example, you could prune the ninebark into a pyramid-type shape with a rounded top. For aesthetic reasons, make your cuts...

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Choose the right tool for the cut you need to make. Disinfect your tools after using them. Cut branches nearly down to the ground. Make cuts in branches at about 45 degree angles. Leave the base of the shrub wider than the top. Maintain symmetry in your pruning.


The type of wallpaper that’s on the walls will determine how much effort you have to put into removing it. Newer wallpaper is called strippable wallpaper, because you can strip it off with your hands and a scraper without adding water or stripping chemicals. No matter what kind of wallpaper you have, begin by tearing off all the loose pieces you can.  If you have strippable wallpaper, you'll be able to remove all the wallpaper without chemical strippers. Continue stripping and dry scraping the paper to remove the majority of it. Loosen the corners with a putty knife or scraper, and then peel off the paper at a 15-degree angle. Use a damp sponge to moisten any leftover paper, and use a scraper to remove the rest of it. If you have peelable wallpaper, you'll be able to remove the top layer of paper easily, and the backing will stay behind on the wall. You'll remove this backing later with water and chemical stripper. With the wallpaper scoring tool, carefully go over all the wallpaper surfaces that you want to remove. This will punch small holes in the wallpaper or backing. Don’t press too hard, because the scorer can damage the drywall underneath.  It’s important to score the wallpaper or the backing because this will give the chemical stripper access to the paste underneath. Once the paste is soaked with the stripper, the wallpaper will come off easily. Use course sandpaper to rough up the surface of the wallpaper or backing if you don’t have a scoring tool. Fill a bucket with hot water and soak the wallpaper removing sheets to saturate them. This will allow them to stick to the walls, and will start to loosen the glue under the paper or the backing.  If you're using a powdered chemical stripper that gets mixed with water, you can also soak the sheets in the chemical stripping solution instead of plain water. Wallpaper strippers can come as a premixed liquid, a liquid concentrate, or a powder. If you have a powder or liquid concentrate, place the stripping chemical in a bucket and mix it with water according...

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Dry strip what you can. Score the remaining wallpaper. Soak the wallpaper removal sheets in hot water. Put up the wallpaper removing sheets. Spray and soak the cloths with stripping solution. Peel off the wallpaper. Scrape off leftover wallpaper.


The types of chile most often used for this dish are guajillos, pasillas, anchos, and cascabels. You can stick with just one chile type if you strongly prefer its flavor, or you can add further dimension to the flavor profile of the dish by using a combination of these peppers.  Guajillos are medium-hot chiles. When used fresh, they are known as mirasol chiles. Anchos, also called mulatos when dried, have a mild heat profile and are known as poblanos when used fresh. Pasillas are sometimes confused with anchos or even marketed as such for their similar appearance and flavor profile, even though the two are technically separate varieties. Cascabels are medium-hot chiles, as well, and are known as bell chiles when fresh. Add the chiles to a separate dry, heavy saucepan. Toast them on medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, or until they become more fragrant and begin to look puffy or enlarged. For an even stronger, hotter sauce, wait until the chiles begin to darken. This may take 6 to 8 minutes. Pour the broth into the saucepan with the chiles. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the chiles simmer in the broth for 20 to 30 minutes.  The broth should just barely be at a simmer. If you notice rapid bubbles forming as the chiles sit, you may need to turn the heat off completely for a few minutes before switching it back on to low. If you do not have broth, use water instead. Remove the chiles from the broth using a slotted spoon. Transfer them to a cutting board and slice them into pieces, removing both the seeds and veins as you work.  Reserve the cooking liquid after you remove the chiles. You will still need it for the sauce. Note that if you want more heat in your birria sauce, you can actually leave the seeds and ribs. Simply cut out the tough stems and use the rest of the chiles as they are. Use food-grade gloves when handling the chiles. When the chile juices get onto your hands, they can cause mild burning and discomfort. Even worse, if you accidentally touch your eyes while the...

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Choose the chiles. Heat the chiles on the stove. Add broth and simmer. Seed the chiles. Blend the chiles with the remaining sauce ingredients.


The types of kiełbasa that work best for this grilling are cooked biała (white) kiełbasa and zwyczajna (regular) kiełbasa. You do not need to grill dried kiełbasa, such as kabanos. If you wish to grill biała (white) kiełbasa, you should cook it first. Do not cut slits into it, as this may cause the juices to leak out and result in overly-dry meat. Grill the kiełbasa for 4 to 6 minutes, turn it using a pair of tongs, and cook it for 4 to 6 minutes more. If you'd like, you can cut it into ½ to 1-inch (1.27 to 2.54-centimeter) thick slices. For a real treat, serve it alongside some "kapusta" or sauerkraut.

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Light and preheat your grill to medium-low heat. Place the kiełbasa on the grill. Cook the kiełbasa for 8 to 12 minutes, turning once. Serve the kiełbasa.


The unknown often causes fear.  Educating yourself about your procedure is an important first step in overcoming your fear of surgery.  You can do this by reading relevant material from reputable sources both on and offline, and – most importantly – talking with your surgeon about your specific surgical procedure.  You could also talk to others who have had similar or identical surgeries as the one you’ll have.  Questions you might want to ask your surgeon include:  How long will the surgery take? What are the risks associated with this surgery? What kind of aftercare procedures does this surgery require? Find a surgeon you trust.  If you have a surgeon you know well, or a surgeon who comes highly recommended from friends or family, you will be more comfortable with the operation.  When you really believe in your surgeon, your fear will dissipate. Plus, if you trust your surgeon sincerely, you’ll be more likely to open up to them about your fears.  When you do, a good surgeon will understand and sympathize with your position, and take steps to help you cope with your fears. Once you know your surgical team, you’ll realize that they only want to help you get well.  Feel free to ask them specific questions.  For instance, if you’re scared that your medical team is inexperienced, you could ask them, “How long have you been doing surgeries like this?”  If you’re afraid that they will not care about you, meeting your surgical team before the surgery can help lay those fears to rest and humanize the whole surgical process.  Your surgical team might include:  an anesthesiologist.  Anesthesiologists are in charge of administering the gas that makes you unconscious before surgery.  You could ask your anesthesiologist questions like, “Do I have to be unconscious during the surgery?” or “How long will I be unconscious?” a surgeon.  You might ask your surgeon “How many procedures of this type have you done?” or “Do you have a high rate of success for surgeries of this type?” a surgical nurse. You might ask your surgical...

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Learn about your procedure. Choose your surgeon carefully. Meet your surgical team. Ask about the recovery period. Consider ways to cope before the surgery.


The upright posture helps you to concentrate on your breathing as you purposefully inhale and exhale. If you’re sitting in a chair with a back, try not to lean back against it or slouch. Stay as erect as possible. Position your legs in whichever manner is comfortable to you. You can extend them out in front of you or cross them beneath you like a pretzel if you’re using a cushion on the ground. The most important thing is that your posture remains straight. In the media, we often see people holding their hands at their knees when meditating, but if that’s uncomfortable for you, don’t worry about it. You can fold them in your lap, let them hang at your sides — whatever allows you to clear your mind and concentrate on your breathing. It doesn’t matter if your eyes are opened or closed when you meditate, though many people find it easier to block out visual distractions with closed eyes. Either way, tilting your head as though you’re looking down helps open up the chest and ease your breathing. When you’re in a comfortable position and are ready to get started, set your timer for however long you’d like to meditate. Don’t feel any pressure to reach an hour-long transcendental state during your first week. Start small with 3-5 minute sessions, and work your way up to half an hour, or even longer if you’d like. You should both inhale and exhale through your nose when meditating. However, make sure your jaw muscles are relaxed, even though your mouth is closed. Don’t clench your jaws or grind your teeth; simply relax. This is what meditation’s all about. Instead of trying not to think about the things that might stress you out on a day-to-day basis, give yourself something positive to focus on: your breath. By focusing all of your concentrating on your inhalations and exhalations, you’ll find that all other thoughts from the outside world fall away on their own, without you having to worry about how to ignore them.  Concentrate on your breathing in the way that’s most comfortable for you. Some people like to focus...

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Sit on your cushion or chair with a straight back. Don’t fret about what to do with your hands. Tilt your chin as though you’re looking downward. Set your timer. Keep your mouth closed as you breathe. Focus on your breathing. Observe your breath, but don’t analyze it. Bring your attention back to your breath if it wanders. Don’t be too hard on yourself.


The upscale bistro downtown probably doesn't hire servers without experience. If you've never worked as a server before, chain restaurants like Chili's or Applebee's are a good way to start out, getting the training and experience you'll need to get a job where the tips will be great. You'll learn a lot about the way a restaurant works and the way to be a good server. If you don't have one already, focus on articulating the skills necessary for serving food in a restaurant. You'll need to be good at dealing with customers, working in a team-environment, and working quickly. Highlight similar work experience that illustrates these traits. If you've never worked before and hope to get a job as a server, you might focus on school successes and teamwork environments like sports in which you've thrived. Be positive and sell yourself. That's the job. When you find a place that's hiring, ask to speak with the manager. A resume left with a bartender might end up getting lost, and anyway, the bartender isn't the one doing the hiring. Bring your resume and your enthusiasm. Tell them you'd be really excited to speak more about the position and that you're ready to start right away. Since being a server is about making a good first impression most of the time, treat getting the job like the job. Make a good first impression. Preparing answers to likely interview questions will ensure that you're not thrown for a loop in front of the manager and that you've thought through the responsibilities of the job.  Some managers might ask, "What's your favorite thing on our menu?" or "If the kitchen ran out of fish, what would suggest as an alternative?" Brush up on the menu of the restaurant before hand by checking out Yelp or the restaurant's website. Be prepared to respond to disaster scenarios. Some managers might ask, "Someone gives you a fake ID to buy alcohol. What do you do?" or, more directly, "A customer is angry about their meal. What should you do?" Think through these scenarios and respond thoughtfully. Come with...

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Apply at restaurants that will train you. Get a resume together. Talk to the manager. Anticipate the interview questions.


The use of nicotine is a leading cause behind circulation problems. Nicotine constricts your blood vessels and reduces blood flow, which is necessary to help nourish your muscles and organs. Quitting smoking will help to increase the availability of oxygen and other important nutrients to the body. Therefore, if you want to improve your circulation, quitting smoking is an important step to take - not only to improve it right here and now, but to prevent your problems from getting worse down the road. Fill the bathtub with steaming hot water, and check the water before attempting to get in. The water should be hot, but should not be scalding hot. Hot water helps to relax tense muscles, and to increase blood circulation. This is because heat vasodilates your vessels (makes them open up more), which will allow for increased blood flow throughout your body. Contrast showers can also increase blood flow. Alternate between hot (100.4 °F (38.0 °C) and cold (64.4 °F (18.0 °C) water each minute for up to 15 minutes to improve your circulation. If you have circulation problems caused by a medical problem such as peripheral artery disease, your doctor can prescribe a variety of medications that help with the overall health of your arteries. There are even specialty drugs such as Cilostazol (Pletal) that function specifically to increase blood flow to the limbs. In severe cases of impaired blood flow to the limbs, surgery may be used as a last resort. Surgery can help to remove clots or other blockages from the blood vessels that may be diminishing circulation to the point of being dangerous or damaging.

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Quit smoking. Have a hot bath. Try medication. Opt for surgery.


The use of pressure is a way to train your horse. Using pressure, which can be direct (touching your horse with your hands) or indirect (using a lead rope), can help your horse understand what you want him to do with his body. When done with care and consistency, your horse will learn how to quickly and calmly respond to your pressure, which will strengthen your bond with him. By using direct pressure, you are teaching your horse to move his body according to how you touch him. Training with direct pressure can be very time-intensive, so just be patient with your horse as you train him in this way.  Start by applying gentle pressure to his poll (between the ears) to get him to lower his head. It may take your horse a few minutes to understand what you want him to do, so just keep applying steady pressure until he moves, or at least starts to move, his head down.  Once he gets more comfortable with the direct pressure to his poll, you can apply pressure to different parts of his body, such as his nose (your horse will move backwards) and behind the ears (your horse will move forwards).  Practice applying direct pressure each day until your horse quickly, consistently, and appropriately responds to your touch. It is important to remember that it’s the release of the pressure that teaches the horse that he’s doing the right thing, rather than the application of pressure itself. Knowing exactly when to release the pressure will help your horse learn your commands more quickly.  Release as soon as your horse starts to respond in the way that you want him to; waiting a few seconds after he responds is too late. The release can be full (no more pressure at all) or partial (less than the initial pressure). Releasing the pressure before he has tried to respond will increase the amount of time it takes him to learn to respond to pressure. Using indirect pressure means that you are not directly touching your horse; rather, you are using a driving aid, such as a lead rope, to give him commands. Practice this type of...

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Understand the purpose of applying pressure to your horse. Apply direct pressure to your horse. Release the pressure. Apply indirect pressure to your horse.


The usefulness of a reading journal ultimately depends on how much you read. If you're reading most days of the week, it stands to reason you probably go through more books in a year than you can remember in depth. If you find yourself struggling to remember bigger details of a book you read a few months ago, a book journal will be a big help. The act of writing thoughts down does a lot to retain memory. If you only read a few books a year, it may not be so helpful to keep a reading journal. These journals are usually only worthwhile for truly avid readers. There are two main routes you can go with a book journal: You can write in a physical journal, or you can take your writing online with a blog. Some people prefer the personal touch of a physical book, while others swear by the convenience and accessibility of a web publication.  Although you may already have a preference for one over the other, you should consider both routes before making a firmer choice. In some cases, a fusion of physical and online note keeping is a good idea. You won't always be around a computer when you're reading, and your finalized reflections can be input into a blog once you're done reading a given book. If you opt for the physical option, you shouldn't rely on a cheap coil-bound book. Although these are cheap and functional, they don't hold up to wear very well. When you're buying a book, look for something with a high-quality spine, preferably leatherbound. While you're going for durability, you also want something that you'll feel happy with writing in for the next several months.  It's not uncommon for writers to develop an emotional attachment to their journals, so make sure you buy a journal that's high-quality enough to deserve it. A blog is a free online journal. You won't have to worry about running out of space if you go online with your book journal. Your entries will be easier to organize and retrieve. In addition, a blog offers the possibility of a readership.  There are lots of free blogging sites available....

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Consider the benefits of a book journal. Choose a medium. Buy a durable book. Set up a blog. Create a Goodreads account.


The user manual should proceed in a way that the user will find most beneficial.  Split the manual into chapters or sections that make sense for the product's use, and include a table of contents toward the front of the manual so each section can be found quickly.  A table of contents is especially necessary for longer manuals. A glossary or index is needed when there are many terms to explain that your audience may not be familiar with.  However, glossaries are not recommended; the best choice is to explain confusing terms in the text of the manual itself.  If you choose to include a glossary, place it in front of the manual, just after the table of contents. A list of tables or figures is only necessary if there are more than a few tables or figures in the manual. An appendix is needed for things that should be explained but cannot be explained at another point in the manual because it would disturb the flow and focus. The general warnings or cautionary information should provide information about potential threats improper use of the product could incur, including death or serious injury.  These warnings should be placed in the very front of the manual after the cover page so that the user sees them first.  Specific warnings should also be included in the text of the user manual just after or just before a potentially hazardous step is suggested.  For instance, a general warning for an electric device might be to avoid using it during rain. A specific direction might be to ensure that your hands and the device are both dry before plugging the device in. Include graphics (such as a skull and crossbones) or different-colored text (like red text) to differentiate the warning from the rest of the directions in the user manual and draw users’ attention to it. Your description should include both a written explanation as to the device’s purpose and a small graphic depicting what the device looks like. The graphic should properly label and name all the switches, knobs, and attachable parts that the device...

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Organize the manual logically. Include necessary warnings. Describe the device. Include setup instructions. Provide information about operation. Include a product summary at the end.


The valet switch is either a toggle switch or a push button that   disarms all alarm functions except the remote panic and remote door lock functions. This eliminates the need to hand your remote to garage mechanics and valets, giving the switch its name. Usually this switch is located somewhere under the dash, perhaps on the left kick panel.  A valet switch is a standard piece of equipment with most factory and aftermarket alarm systems. Using the valet switch should serve to reset your alarm. Your alarm should stay shut down as long as you are in valet mode. You should be aware that this disables you alarm system, meaning that your car is unprotected if you use it as a long term solution. It is not necessary to start the car. As a matter of fact, you may find that you cannot start the car if you try. This will activate the valet bypass. The alarm should now be disabled.

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Identify your valet switch. Turn the ignition key to the on position. Toggle the switch or push the button.


The value of gold is determined by its purity, also known as ‘fineness.' This is measured in karats. The karat measurement divides purity into 24ths. For example, 24 karat gold is 100 percent pure and 12 karat gold is 50 percent pure. While gold is generally more valuable at higher levels of purity, you or the person you are purchasing the jewelry for may prefer less pure gold for practical reasons. 24 karat gold is very soft and highly prone to scratching and damage.  Of course, pure gold is also vastly more expensive than alloyed gold.  If you plan on wearing the jewelry on a daily basis, you will probably want it to be no more than 18 karats, i.e. 75 percent pure, to avoid damage.  You should also consider how often your jewelry will come into contact with hard surfaces on a regular basis. For example, highly pure gold rings and bracelets are likely to experience damage if worn daily. Plated and vermeil describe methods of dipping other metals into molten gold to create a coating. This jewelry will be cheaper than the purer varieties but also more prone to cracking and wear.  Plating involves dipping a base metal like steel or brass into an electroplating solution with a lump of pure gold. An electric current is applied and the gold will attach itself in a thin layer around the metal. The plating is usually very thin and prone to wear.  Vermeil involves the same plating process but specifically refers to jewelry that has a base material of sterling silver. Sterling silvery is often preferred by people that have allergies to precious medals. The plating is usually very thin and prone to wear. Gold typically comes in yellow, pink, and white. There is also a rarer green variety. The pink, white, and green varieties are created by mixing gold with other metals. The non-yellow varieties are usually no more than 18 karats.  Yellow gold represents the color of the natural color of the mineral but that doesn’t mean that all yellow gold jewelry is pure. Don’t assume that yellow gold is pure and always check the...

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Familiarize yourself with purity standards. Determine the right purity for you. Consider plated or vermeil gold. Pick your color.


The variance is a figure that represents how far your data in your sample is clustered about the mean.   This calculation will give you an idea about how far your data is spread out. Samples with low variance have data that is clustered closely about the mean. Samples with high variance have data that is spread far from the mean. Variance is often used to compare the distributions between two data sets or samples. This will give you an idea of how much each number in your sample differs from the mean.  In our sample of tree heights (7, 8, 8, 7.5, and 9 feet) the mean was 7.9. 7 - 7.9 = -0.9, 8 - 7.9 = 0.1, 8 - 7.9 = 0.1, 7.5 - 7.9 = -0.4, and 9 - 7.9 = 1.1. Do these calculations again to check your math. It is extremely important that you have the right figures for this step. You will need each of these figures to figure out the variance in your sample.  Remember, in our sample we subtracted the mean of 7.9 from each of our data points (7, 8, 8, 7.5, and 9) and came up with the following: -0.9, 0.1, 0.1, -0.4, and 1.1. Square all of these figures: (-0.9)^2 = 0.81, (0.1)^2 = 0.01, (0.1)^2 = 0.01, (-0.4)^2 = 0.16, and (1.1)^2 = 1.21. The squares from this calculation are: 0.81, 0.01, 0.01, 0.16, and 1.21. Check your answers before proceeding to the next step. This calculation is call the sum of squares.   In our sample of tree heights, the squares were as follows: 0.81, 0.01, 0.01, 0.16, and 1.21. 0.81 + 0.01 + 0.01 + 0.16 + 1.21 = 2.2 For our example of tree heights, the sum of squares is 2.2. Check your addition to make sure that you have the right figure before moving on. Remember, n is your sample size (how many numbers there are in your sample). Doing this step will provide the variance.   In our sample of tree heights (7, 8, 8, 7.5, and 9 feet), the sum of squares was 2.2. There are 5 numbers in this sample. Therefore n = 5. n - 1 = 4 Remember the sum of squares is 2.2. To find the variance, calculate the following: 2.2 / 4. 2.2 / 4 = 0.55 Therefore the variance for this sample of tree heights is 0.55.

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Find the variance. Subtract the mean from each of the numbers in your sample. Square all of the answers from the subtractions you just did. Add the squared numbers together. Divide the sum of squares by (n-1).


The vase or glass bottle doesn't have to be glass or clear, as you will be covering it with rope and cord. Take into consideration the vase or bottle size as compared to the amount of rope and cord you will ultimately need. Consider using an old soda or beer bottle as your “vase” if you don’t have a vase you can transform. Nearly any bottle that can be used to hold flowers or plants can be used for this project. Depending on how you plan to design the vase you may only want a splash of cord color so determine the amount of cord as compared to rope. Bring the vase or bottle (if possible) with you when choosing the rope and cord.  This will allow you to determine the amount and style of rope and cord. Make sure you have plenty of glue sticks on hand for quick additions if needed.

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Identify a vase or glass bottle you’d like to re-purpose into your rope vase. Pick up sisal rope (natural color) and colored polypropylene cord. Dig out your hot glue gun and find your sharpest pair of scissors.


The vast majority of bonds come with a fixed rate of interest, called the coupon rate. This may be different from the current market interest rate.  Whether the bond is a corporate bond or a municipal bond, you should find the coupon rate on the bond certificate.  Most bonds are now issued in book entry form. When you buy the bond, you will receive documentation of the bond you own. Rather than receive a physical certificate of ownership, you receive a third party document, which verifies that you own the bond. That document includes the coupon rate and the dollar amount of your purchase. The interest you earn on a bond is based on the face amount of the certificate. The face amount will be in multiples of $1,000.  Multiply the coupon rate by the face value of the bond. Assume that you purchase a $10,000 bond with a 6% fixed rate of interest. Since the rate is fixed, this means that the bond will pay you $600 each year ($10,000 x 0.06). The interest payment is fixed, regardless of any fluctuations in the market price of the bond. Discounts or premiums on bonds refer to the selling price of the bond.  Discounts and premiums compensate investors for the difference between the coupon rate on the bond and the current market interest rates.  If the current market interest rate is higher than the coupon rate, the bond is sold at a discount.  If the current market interest rate is lower than the coupon rate, the bond is sold at a premium. Part of your bond's total return is the interest you earn over the life of the bond. Verify how many years you have owned the bond then calculate the annual interest earned each year.  Use the accrual method of accounting to calculate interest earned. The accrual method recognizes interest income when it is earned. If you own the bond during a particular month of year, you earn the bond's interest during that period. The accrual method is unrelated to the cash payments you receive. Your interest earnings are based on owning the bond, not the date of a particular interest payment....

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Confirm the coupon rate and dollar amount of the bond purchase. Add up the total interest earned on the bond. Determine your interest earned after you sell your bond.


The vast majority of car loans use simple interest. In order to calculate the amount of simple interest you will pay, you’ll first have to calculate your monthly payment using this formula: M=P∗i(1+i)n(1+i)n−1{\displaystyle M=P*{\frac {i(1+i)^{n}}{(1+i)^{n}-1}}}  "M" represents your monthly payment. This is what the formula will be calculating. "P" represents your principal. As previously discussed, this is what you will pay for your car after rebates, trade-ins, and your down payment. "n" represents the total number of monthly payments over the life of the loan. So, if you have a standard, 6-year loan, this would be 6 six years * 12 months per year, or 72.  i" represents your monthly interest rate. This is your stated interest rate, usually listed as your APR, divided by 12. So, if your stated interest rate is 6%, your monthly interest rate would be 6%/12, or 0.5%.  For the purpose of calculation, this number will have to be represented as a decimal instead of as a percentage. To get this number, simply divide your monthly percent interest by 100. In the example, this would be 0.5%/100, or 0.005. Even if you don't already have concrete terms for your loan, you can use estimates here and get a good idea of what various different loans would cost you.  For example, we can use the terms discussed previously. That is, a loan with $10,000 principal, 6% APR (interest), over 6 years. Our inputs would then be 10,000 for "P," 0.005 (the monthly interest rate, expressed as a decimal) for "i," and 72 (6 years x 12 months per year) for "n." Our example equation would now look as follows: M=10,000∗0.005(1+0.005)72(1+0.005)72−1{\displaystyle M=10,000*{\frac {0.005(1+0.005)^{72}}{(1+0.005)^{72}-1}}} From here, you'll simply to have solve your completed equation in the proper order. Start by solving the parts within the parentheses. In this case, this just means adding the 1 to the 0.005 in both places. Your simplified equation should now look like this: M=10,000∗0.005(1.005)72(1.005)72−1{\displaystyle M=10,000*{\frac...

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Understand how to calculate total interest. Input your variables into the equation. Simplify your equation. Solve the exponents. Simplify again. Solve the fraction. Calculate your monthly payment. Calculate your total interest paid.


The vast majority of editors have at least a bachelor's degree in English, communications, or journalism. When applying to colleges, specify that you want to major in one of these fields. Double majoring or taking on a minor can also help your career.  Study hard in school. While your GPA may not be the number one factor potential employers will look at for hiring, you want to impress your professors. A recommendation from a professor can help you when applying for jobs later on. Make time to study each week, and always turn assignments in on time. While college can be a fun place for socialization and personal growth, your primary goal should be to learn. The harder you work on your undergraduate degree, the easier it will be for you to find work after graduating. Do not do the bare minimum in college. In addition to studying hard and getting good grades, take on some extracurriculars. Most magazine editors do internships in college, and a large amount of extracurricular activities could help you land an internship down the road.  Take on a role on a campus newspaper or literary journal. This will give you vital editorial experience. You can also try to get some writing published in local newspapers and school journals. Many magazines will ask for a writing sample before making a hiring decision. If you want to land a job after college, you need a large amount of internship experience. It's a good idea to strive to complete one internship for every year of college.  Talk to your school's career counselor about internships. He or she should be able to help you with your search, and also give you advice on your resume and the application process. Talk to professors and people you work with at school clubs. They may have internships leads, and may be able to put in a good word for you. It's vital you take any internship you get seriously. You will want a solid recommendation after the internship is finished, so work hard and be professional. A glowing letter of recommendation can help you land a job after...

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Get a bachelor's degree in English, communications, or journalism. Participate in extracurriculars to bolster your resume. Complete many internships during college. Work on your social media skills. Look for leadership positions. Decide whether or not pursue a master's degree after college.


The vast majority of fevers in children and adults are self-limiting, and usually disappear within two to three days. Therefore, you should be patient with mild-to-moderate fevers for a few days (because they are beneficial) and monitor the temperature every couple of hours or so to make sure the fever doesn't get dangerously high. For infants and toddlers, it's best to take rectal readings. Fevers that last for a week or more are reason for concern, as are high temperatures (over 103°F or 39.4°C in adults and over 101°F or 38.3°C in kids).  Keep in mind that body temperature is usually highest in the evening and after physical activity. Menstruation, feeling strong emotions and being in a hot and humid environment also raise the core body temperature temporarily. In addition to sweating, other symptoms associated with mild-to-moderate fevers include: muscle aches, general weakness, fatigue, shivering, headache, loss of appetite and flushed face. Additional symptoms associated with high fevers include: hallucinations, confusion, irritability, convulsions, and potential loss of consciousness (coma).  While waiting out a mild-to-moderate fever, make sure to keep well hydrated. Fevers trigger sweating, which can quickly lead to dehydration without making the effort to drink lots of fluids. A simple and common-sense method of reducing a fever is to remove excess clothing during waking hours and excess blankets while in bed. Clothes and blankets insulate our bodies and prevent heat from escaping from our skin. Thus, wear one layer of lightweight clothing and use one lightweight blanket to sleep with while trying to combat a high fever.  Avoid clothes and blankets made from synthetic fabrics or wool. Stick with cotton fabrics instead because they breathe better. Remember that your head and feet are capable of losing a lot of heat, so try not to cover your head with hats or your feet with thick socks while fighting a high fever. Don't bundle up someone who develops the chills from a fever because they can get...

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Be patient and monitor the temperature. Remove excess clothing or blankets. Take a cool bath or shower. Keep well hydrated. Sit or lay near a fan.


The veins in your legs have to work against gravity to carry blood back to your heart. Certain habits can make this process harder on the veins, causing them to become strained and enlarged, which makes them visible. Aid the circulation in your legs by practicing the following habits:  Don't stay in the same position for long periods. Whether you're sitting at a desk all day or standing in front of a classroom for hours at a time, staying in the same position inhibits circulation. Find time to change things up by taking a walk around your office or putting your feet up between classes. Don't cross your legs. This cuts off circulation and puts unnecessary stress on your veins. Sit with your feet flat on the floor to allow the veins in your legs to circulate blood unobstructed. Your feet are an important part of the circulation in your legs, and if you wear shoes that pinch or otherwise inhibit blood flow, it can lead to the appearance of spider veins.  Avoid high heels. Heels put extra pressure on your legs and make your veins work harder to carry blood back to the heart. Wear low heels or flat shoes instead. Avoid tight boots. Knee-length boots, especially, can constrict your legs and inhibit circulation. Available at drugstores and other stores that sell medical equipment, compression hose provide extra support to your legs to aid in blood circulation and prevent your veins from getting strained.  Compression hose are not the same as support stockings and other fashion stockings. Compression hose apply pressure in certain spots to help your circulation. Prescription-strength gradient compression hose must be fitted by a professional but they offer even more pressure than regular support pantyhose and gradient compression hose. Wear hose as often as possible, and not just when you're wearing a dress or skirt. Wear hose under pants, too. Compression hose can also help ease the swelling or stinging that results from sclerotherapy or laser treatment. Keeping your skin healthy protects the veins beneath it and...

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Don't inhibit circulation in your legs. Wear comfortable shoes. Wear compression hose. Take care of your skin.


The verb lavar can be more directly translated to the English verb "to wash," but it is frequently used in many contexts where the verb "to clean" would be interchangeable in English.  Lavar is a regular -ar verb, conjugated by removing the -ar ending from the verb stem and replacing it with the appropriate ending depending on the subject of the sentence and the verb tense you want to use. The literal English translation of the Spanish verb lavar in present tense is used to mean both "wash" and "am/is/are washing." There is no helper verb to distinguish progressive action, but your reader or listener will understand your meaning from the context of your sentence.  To say "I wash the car," you would say "lavo el auto." (In Spain, use the word "coche" for "car.") To say "you wash the car," you would say "lavas el auto" (familiar) or "lava el auto" (formal). You also would say "lava el auto" to say "he or she washed the car." To say "we wash the car," you would say "lavamos el auto." To say "they wash the car" or "you all wash the car," you would say "lavan el auto." Using the past tense of lavar means you washed something. For the past tense to be correct, the action must have started and ended completely at some point in the past.  To say "I washed the car," you would say "lavé el auto." To say "you wash the car," you would say "lavaste el auto" (familiar) or "lavó el auto" (formal). "Lavó el auto" is also used to say "he or she washed the car." Your reader or listener will understand which you mean by the context and the rest of your sentence. To say "we washed the car," you would say "lavamos el auto." To say "they washed the car" or "you all washed the car," you would say "lavaron el auto." Similarly to English, the future tense conjugation of the verb lavar in Spanish means "will wash." Unlike English, the Spanish language doesn't use a helper verb with the future tense.  To say "I will wash the car," you would say "lavaré el auto." To say "you will wash the car" you would say "lavarás el auto" (familiar)...

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Understand the infinitive form of lavar. Use lavar in the present tense. Say lavar in the past tense. Understand how to conjugate lavar in the future tense. Learn the reflexive verb lavarse.


The verses will make up the majority of your song, so you want to use them to show your crush how you really feel about them. Brainstorm ideas by writing down your feelings, memories, or any moments you’ve spent with your crush that have made you happy.  Read the writing out loud and look for keywords that stand out. Make a list of these words and use them as the foundation for your verse lyrics. If you’ve ever written anything about your crush, you can use your previous writing in your song lyrics. Look back at old diary entries, texts, tweets or poems you’ve written to or about your crush.  Try taking an individual line from something you’ve already written and building this into the verses of your song. You can also look at things your crush has written to or about you and mine those for inspiration. Verses, like choruses, don’t always rhyme. If you want your verses to rhyme, check out a rhyming dictionary and look for places where you can change words to fit your rhyming pattern.  Your words don’t always have to rhyme perfectly. Try using slant rhymes (like rhyming kiss and abyss). It’s better to have a song that doesn’t rhyme then to pick words that rhyme but don’t make sense in your song. You are writing a love song for your crush only. You should try to make the lyrics specific to your crush, as this will make the song seem more genuine and heartfelt. Use personal experiences and details about your crush in the song.  You may include inside jokes that you both share, such as a funny moment at work or at school. You may mention the inside joke in your lyrics to add a nice personal touch to the song. You may also mention specific details or traits that you admire or like about your crush. Try mentioning a specific moment when you noticed this trait or detail, such as the time your crush helped you solve a problem on the computer, showing you that they are sexy and computer savvy. Or the time your crush helped you move into your new apartment, a moment where you realized your crush was strong and...

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Write down how you feel about your crush. Build on texts you’ve already written about your crush. Figure out the rhyming pattern. Make the verses personal and specific to your crush. Avoid cliche descriptions and details.


The very first page your visitors see should tell them everything they need to know about your band without overwhelming them. Try to use pictures and succinct headers to convey this information, rather than dense paragraphs. Your home page should have at least the following:  The name of your band A picture of your logo or the band itself The name and/or artwork of your latest project Easy-to-see links to other parts of the sites One great example is the official site of Queens of the Stone Age. On www.qotsa.com, you are greeted with the name of the band, followed by the name of their latest album (...Like Clockwork). Both are in a large, eye-catching font. Artwork from the album takes up most of the screen. Links to tour dates, merchandise, and so on, are clearly arranged at the bottom. Conventional wisdom is that bands make most of their money from touring. Though this is now the subject of some debate, it's still absolutely crucial to have an up-to-date list of appearances and tour dates on your site. This can affect your bottom line: if your fans can easily find when and where you'll be playing shows, they'll be more likely to buy tickets and come see you. Be sure to update your list of dates immediately whenever changes or cancellations occur. Rap group Run the Jewels has an example of a well-done gig list on its site. As of June 2015, the summer tour dates are up-to-date and arranged in clear, logical order. The group even gives the page a personal touch with a Blade Runner-spoofing tour poster above the dates. Most band sites let visitors listen to at least a song or two for free. If you're using a music-hosting site like SoundCloud, you can even put up entire albums for easy streaming. While you can put your music samples on their own page, another popular option is to have a music toolbar at the top or bottom of the screen that lets you listen while you view the rest of the site. The Sub Pop Records page for experimental rap outfit Shabazz Palaces has a simple example of this. Scroll to the bottom...

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Make an eye-catching home page. Offer information on your latest gigs. Give samples of your music. Provide some way for visitors to buy music, merch and tickets. Include information about the band. Link to related sites.


The very first thing to do to create a useful, on-point abstract is to take notes to summarize your paper. One way to begin this process is to go through and summarize each paragraph. That way, you know you’ve included all the main ideas throughout your paper.  Remember, a summary gives the general idea; you don’t have to provide every detail. Imagine you're in a lecture hall and only have time to write down the key words before your professor moves on. When taking notes on your abstract, stick to what you actually need to keep the process quick, easy, and effective. If you have an outline of your paper, that can be a great way to see the summary of your main points and ideas, as it should include everything. What is your main thesis? What are the main points you are trying to make? What conclusions did you draw at the end? If you’re summarizing an experiment or clinical research, what were your methods and subjects? Each of these will need to be included in your abstract. Is there anything in the larger picture of your paper that needs to be addressed? Make sure you take notes on each important point but also the consequences, implications, and results of the points you make. You don’t need to make it cohesive just yet. Simply start a list of the things your abstract will talk about in a roughly chronological order that isn't far off from your paper. You want those who do choose to read your entire paper to be able to follow along with what they've already gathered from your abstract.

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Write down the main points of your finished paper. Think about the key ideas, concepts, and methods used in your paper. Jot down notes and ideas as you go.


The vibrations from a vacuum cleaner cause flea larvae to emerge making your flea bomb treatment as effective as possible. Flea eggs and larvae may find shelter in piles of dirty clothes. Ensure that you have laundered all of your clothes, or bag the clothes and take to a laundromat while you are bombing the house. Placing a protective covering under the flea bomb will prevent the residues from the product from staining the floor directly around the flea bomb. Once a flea bomb is activated you should vacate the house immediately to prevent illness due to pesticide exposure. Follow package directions to activate the flea bomb. If you are setting off multiple flea bombs, start in the room furthest from the exit and work your way out. Once a flea bomb has been activated do not reenter the room. Avoid unnecessary exposure to the chemicals in a flea bomb by keeping all pets and people out of the house for 2 to 4 hours. Read the label carefully to determine the recommended time frame to be away from the house. While you are away from the home it is important to remove fleas from your pet so they do not bring them back into the home as soon as you return.  Ask your veterinarian about pills containing nitenpyram to kill any adult fleas that are on your pet. Bathe your pet with a flea controlling shampoo. Take your pet to a groomer to get a professional flea treatment or dip.

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Vacuum and clean your house immediately prior to treatment. Remove all dirty laundry from the house. Position the flea bombs on newspaper or plastic bags in the middle of the rooms you are treating. Ensure all the flea bombs are in place prior to activating any of the bombs. Activate the flea bombs and vacate the house. Stay out of the house. Treat your pet for fleas.


The video should begin playing. Click the video's address in the bar at the top of your browser's window, then add the word vd before the youtube part in the address and then press ↵ Enter ,  wait for the web page to change, it will lead you straight forward to  VDY website for the specific video you intended to download. in our example we will select the best possible quality HD 720 video.Click Download. It is the green button beside the quality.

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Go to the video you want to download. Go to  the video's address. Choose the video quality you want. Your video will begin downloading onto your computer.


The voltage of the motor will be expressed in volts, the current will be expressed in amps, and the efficiency will be expressed as a percentage. The motor should have these units of measurement written on it. Multiply the voltage, the current, and the efficiency, then divide the result by 746. For example, the horsepower of a 230v motor pulling 4 amps and having 82% efficiency would equal 1 horsepower.  Convert the efficiency into a decimal before calculating. For example, a 82% efficiency would equal .82.

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Figure out the current (I), efficiency (Eff), and voltage (V) of the motor. Using the formula (V * I * Eff)/746=HP, determine your electric motor’s horsepower.


The volume of media available to consumers is greater than ever before, and more of it comes from sources that are highly partisan. Those developments make it more difficult to know if the information you’re getting is accurate, so you’ll need to fact-check the claims you hear from news sources, politicians, and other media. There are a number of good fact checking websites available. Try FactCheck.org, PolitiFact.com, ProCon.org, and Snopes.com. If you only consume news at one level, it will skew your perception of the world. It can make you magnify small problems and minimize large problems. Take special care to follow the news locally, nationally, and internationally in order to get a balanced picture of the world.  For example, sources like NPR, the New York Times, and any of the broadcast networks are primarily focused on national affairs. Al-Jazeera, PRI, and Reuters are all good sources for international coverage. Once you feel like you’ve got a handle on finding high-quality news sources, make an effort to develop your expertise on an issue of special concern to you. It will enhance your credibility on that particular issue, but developing the expertise in one issue teaches you lessons you can apply to other fields.  For example, if campaigns and elections are your thing, then regularly read sources like Politico, fivethirtyeight.com, and the Cook Political Report. If foreign policy and diplomacy is more your style, check out Foreign Policy and Foreign Affairs, two trusted sources of information on policy.

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Fact-check news sources and partisan claims. Find a mix of local, national, and global news coverage. Investigate issues of special concern to you.


The walls are an obvious place to start when you’re decorating a room for a party. If you’re celebrating a specific milestone, such as a birthday, anniversary, or graduation, you may want to hang a banner for the event on the wall. Photos, posters, artwork, festive garlands, and other signs that you can find the party supply store are ideal options.  For an party that honors specific people, you may want to hang photos of them on the wall. For example, if you’re celebrating your parents’ anniversary, decorate with copies of their wedding photos or other meaningful moments in their lives. If you’re celebrating a friend’s birthday, you may want to use baby photos to decorate. If your party has a specific theme, you can use photos or artwork that fit the look, such as photos of your favorite movie stars for a Hollywood theme, on the walls. You don’t have to ruin your walls to hang photos or other artwork on the walls. Use removable mounting tape on the backs, or run a piece of string or ribbon across the walls and use clothespins or binder clips to attach the photos to the string. If you have scraps of ribbon at home, make a fun garland to decorate the walls or any columns or railings in the room. Loop the small scraps around the longest piece of ribbon and tie them off in bows for a festive look. You don’t want to overlook the ceiling when it comes to decorating the room for your party. Simple streamers and balloons are usually the best way to go. Hang the streamers across the ceiling so they all meet at the center, where you can arrange a cluster of balloons to hide the tape. You can also place balloons at the ceiling’s corners for added color.  When you’re hanging streamers across the ceiling, you can keep the crepe paper straight or twist it as you go to give them a spiraled effect. While you can arrange balloons in haphazard bunches, it’s also fun to create flowers out of them. Gather five or six balloons in the same color to serve as the petals, and place them around a yellow balloon that be the flower’s...

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Cover the walls. Dress up the ceiling with streamers and balloons. Set the mood with lighting.


The warm water can feel soothing, and the salt can draw out the inflammation in your uvula. Don’t make the water hot – this can burn your throat and cause more damage. Add about 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoons of table salt to 8 ounces of warm water and mix it together until the salt dissolves. You can gargle with warm salt water up to three times a day, just be sure not to swallow the salt water. Too much salt in your body can cause other issues. You can use any kind you like, but if you’re feeling really  uncomfortable or having a hard time swallowing, the type of lozenge that has numbing effects might be best. You can look for sugar-free throat lozenges in stores - it's usually pretty clearly marked on the front of the bag or box if lozenges are sugar-free. These are great if you're feeling ill but have other health concerns like diabetes. The hot liquid can feel soothing on your throat and help keep you hydrated while you work to reduce swelling. If you add a bit of honey to it, it can actually coat your throat a little bit, making it easier to swallow.  Herbal tea is especially good for healing sore throats. Chamomile tea with a bit of honey will work well to relieve some of your pain. You can also try a homemade cinnamon tea for soothing your throat. Mix 10 grams each of slippery elm bark and marshmallow root, 8 grams of dried cinnamon chips, 5 grams of dried orange peel, and 3 whole cloves in 3 cups (24 ounces) of water and simmer it for 20 minutes. Strain off the herbs and add a bit of honey if you like. You should drink all of the tea within 36 hours. The ice can decrease the swelling in your uvula a little bit. And the cold in your throat can help it feel a little bit numb and make it easier to swallow. A swollen uvula may have a lot causes. See your doctor and tell them about your full list of symptoms. They can prescribe medicine to ease your symptoms and treat the underlying cause.  Your doctor might need to take a swab of your throat to fully diagnose what’s causing your swollen uvula. Relax your throat as...

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Gargle with warm water and table salt. Suck on a throat lozenge. Drink hot tea and stay hydrated. Chew ice chips. See your doctor. Take an antibiotic.