Deal with any bleeding. Heal an infection. Get rid of smell. Manage pain. Get help if you need it.

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Your ear shouldn't bleed when you take out your earrings. But, if you notice bleeding when you try to remove your earrings, you may torn some skin because your holes were not completely healed. Put pressure on the ears to stop the bleeding. You can use gauze or a clean towel to push against the ear lobe for 10 minutes. If the bleeding continues after 10 minutes, call a doctor. If you notice any redness, swelling, or discharge, you may have an infection. You should also put some antibiotic cream on the ear. If the symptoms don't improve after a day, or you also develop a fever or the redness spreads, get medical attention immediately. Make sure you keep your earrings in and clean your ears with an antiseptic solution. If you remove the earrings, the infection could spread. If you notice your ears smell bad or the earrings smell bad after you remove them, you need to be more thorough when cleaning. Once your ears have completely healed, take the earrings out and wash your ears with clear glycerin soap and warm water. You should also wash your earrings with clear glycerin soap and warm water. Wash on a regular basis (every few days) to eliminate the smell. A buildup of skin cells, oil, and bacteria can make your ears and earrings smell bad. If your ears hurt when you try to remove the earrings, you may want to let them heal a little longer. Make sure that you're doing a good job of cleaning your eyes too, since skin buildup could start to cover the hole. You should also check to see if your earrings are made of gold, surgical steel or hypo-allergenic material. If not, your ears may be reacting to nickel or another material. If you continue to feel pain after changing earrings and cleaning your ears, contact your doctor. If you still can't get the earrings out, ask a friend to help you remove them. You may just be having trouble seeing what you're doing and another set of hands can help you take the earrings out. If you and a friend are still having trouble, go back to the place where you had your ears pierced....


Deal with fresh spills and stains ASAP. Make a cleaning solution. Test dyed blankets before cleaning. Spray and blot. Repeat with mild detergent and water if needed.

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Expect wool to repel moisture upon contact, but don’t take this for granted. Keep in mind that the fibers will start absorbing the liquid within a few minutes. If you spill anything that might stain your blanket, clean it right away, before the stain begins to set. Combine one part distilled white vinegar with two parts water. Fill a spray bottle with your solution. If you’re dealing with a recent spill or smudge, try using seltzer water, since the carbonation’s bubbles can actually encircle and seal off particles and other liquids. If the wool has been dyed, expect your solution to cause the dye to run if it isn’t colorfast. Spray a white cloth with your solution until it’s damp. Then pick a small area of your blanket to test. Dab the blanket gently with your damp cloth. Check the cloth to see if it has absorbed any dye from the blanket. If it has, don’t proceed any further. If the blanket isn’t colorfast, it will need to be dry-cleaned. Spray the dirty area with your solution. If it’s very soiled, pour enough solution to cover and soak the area. Then use a dry cloth to blot up the solution and dirt. Resist the urge to scrub, since this will weaken the fibers and potentially spread the dirt or stain around over a wider area. If your vinegar solution isn’t doing the job, empty your spray bottle. Add a tiny drop of mild laundry detergent and fill the bottle with warm water. Then spray the blanket again and blot with a fresh cloth.  Do not use anything harsher than mild laundry detergent. If it doesn’t do the job either, your blanket will need dry-cleaning. Many brands specifically label their mild detergents as such. They also might advertise them as being safe for sensitive skin and/or babies.


Deal with ingested or swallowed poisons. Attend to poison in the eye(s). Cope with inhaled poisons. Handle poison on the skin.

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Have the person spit out anything remaining in his mouth and ensure that the poison is out of reach now. Do NOT make the person vomit and do NOT use any syrup of ipecac. Though this used to be standard practice, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Association of Poison Control Centers have changed their guidelines to warn against doing this and instead recommend notifying EMS or Poison Control and following their explicit instructions. If the person has swallowed a button-cell battery, then called EMS immediately for treatment in a hospital emergency room as soon as possible. The acid from the battery can burn your child's stomach within two hours so prompt treatment is essential. Gently flush out the affected eye with copious amounts of cool or lukewarm water for 15 minutes minutes or until medical assistance arrives. Try to pour a steady stream of water into the inner corner of the eye. This will help dilute the poison. Allow the person to blink and don't force the eye open as you pour the water in. When dealing with poisonous fumes or vapors, like carbon monoxide, for example, the best thing to do until help arrives is to get outside into the fresh air. Try to ascertain what chemical was inhaled so that you can tell Poison Control or Emergency Services in order to determine further treatment or other next steps. If you suspect that the person's skin came into contact with a poisonous or hazardous substance, remove any contaminated clothing with medical gloves such as nitrile, which are resistant to most household chemicals, or another fabric to cover your hands from being affected. Rinse the skin for 15 to 20 minutes with cool to lukewarm water in a shower or with a hose. Again, it's important to note what the source of the poison was in order to determine further treatment. For example, medical authorities need to know whether it was an alkali, acidic or other substance in order to assess the potential damage it can do to the skin and how to avoid or mediate that.


Deal with negative thoughts Consider actions you can take to change the situation. Take action. Close this chapter of your life. Talk to a therapist.

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. Take stock of your level of feeling. Now that you have processed the feelings and looked at your situation from all angles, is there another way of interpreting the events that happened? How have your feelings changed since you started processing them? Feelings change as our thoughts change. On your own, or with your loved one, make a list of possible things you can do to change the situation you are in. Consider the consequences, the effort required and whether or not you should ask someone else for help. What you do will be different depending on the individuals involved and your relationship with them (family, romantic partner, friend, acquaintance, coworker, boss) so think about what is appropriate for your situation. Do what you can to change the situation you are in. If you were responsible in some way, be honest about that and take responsibility for your actions. Sincerely apologize for any mistakes you've made and try to make amends. Knowing you did the best you can is an important part of seeking closure for feelings. For whatever reason, if your attempts to resolve the situation are ineffective or if it's literally impossible for you to come to terms with the people involved in this situation (e.g., they're deceased or they have cut off all contact with you), you need to love yourself enough to move on. Know that you’ve done all you can and that you've learned from this situation. Remember the lessons you've learned. Sometimes, it can be tricky to figure out where feelings are coming from. A therapist can help you uncover the source of your feelings and learn ways to deal with them effectively.  You can use this therapist locator to help you find a trained professional in your area. You can also ask your doctor for a referral. It's a common misconception that you have to have huge or unmanageable problems to see a therapist. In fact, a therapist can help you identify the unhelpful ways of thinking and behaving in your everyday life and learn better ways to live an emotionally stable and fulfilling life.


Deal with other players. Use discretion if making a trade online.

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If you want to make a trade with someone you know in real life, then things are pretty easy. The two of you can come to an agreement about what you’ll trade. If you don’t have someone you know personally that you want to trade with, then you’ll have to choose how you want to proceed. There are many websites dedicated to Animal Crossing villager trades. Do note, however, that each one has different rules about posting. Reddit, for example, has a sub-Reddit dedicated to posting for trades, where users will specify what kind of trade they are seeking. Completing the trade will require the other person to visit your village, and when someone visits your village they have power to cut down trees, dig holes, and essentially give you grief.  Some of the online sites dedicated to trading have a system in place to try to assess the quality of the mayor you’re about to trade with. Most trades end up fine; it’s just good to be aware. If a visitor is ruining your town you can turn off the power. Whilst this isn't ideal as your game won't be saved, it is still an option.


Deal with roadblocks to forgiveness. Acknowledge the negative effects of grudges. Foster empathy. Forgive yourself as well.

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You will not be able to forgive overnight, and at times you may feel frustrated, upset, or angry. When you run into a common roadblock to forgiveness, cope with it accordingly.  Think about times you have hurt someone, and remember how they've forgiven you. This can make you more eager to forgive others. Accept forgiveness is a long process. Remember that it's going to take time, and this is normal. Sometimes, motivating yourself can help you sustain the energy to become more positive. If you're struggling to let go of a grudge, remind yourself of its negative effects. This will make you more enthusiastic about abandoning grudges.  Grudges can make you angry and bitter, stealing your joy. You may go into new relationships with a negative attitude, affecting your ability to meet new people and make new friends. You may be unable to enjoy the present if your mind is preoccupied with past grudges. Grudges can also cause you to become depressed and anxious. Forgiveness can be a way to let go of old grudges weighing you down, so you can truly focus on your inner peace. If you're unable to stop negative feelings about someone, try to approach the situation from a place of empathy. Pause and reflect on the person's behavior. Why did they behave the way they did? While it's okay to be hurt by someone, and you should be able to express this, it can help you forgive them and feel more positive if you understand their perspective.  For example, maybe a friend was not being reliable for a long time. They never returned phone calls and missed many major events in your life. Think about that friend's circumstances at the time. Maybe they were going through a rough time and we're struggling to maintain relationships. Perhaps, in a similar situation, you also would have reacted negatively. Part of being a more positive person is feeling better about yourself. In addition to forgiving others, forgive yourself for your own flaws and imperfections.  Everyone has past regrets. You may have treated someone poorly, missed an...


Deal with the situation immediately. Wrap the cat securely in thick material, such as a towel. Look in the cat's mouth. Try to expel the obstruction. Treat an unconscious cat differently. Make an appointment to see the vet quickly if you do manage to remove the obstruction. Get the cat to the vet immediately if you don't manage to dislodge the obstruction.

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Cats have an extremely sensitive larynx and if it goes into laryngeal spasm, the airway can be shut off completely, asphyxiating the cat. There is no time to be waiting for a vet's assistance. However, call the vet both for advice and to warn them that you will be coming in if possible. Leave only the head exposed. This will support the cat and control its front limbs. Angle the cat's head back slightly to be able to open up her mouth and see better inside. Use one finger to depress the lower jaw. Use tweezers to remove an object that is obvious. If you can't see what is causing the blockage or it's too deeply lodged or wedged in, do not attempt to remove it.  Do not stick your fingers into the cat's mouth. Not only could you be bitten but you might cause the choking object to be pushed in further. Having a helper to hold down the cat can be a huge help for you. Use the palm of your hand to thump the cat gently but firmly between the shoulder blades. Alternatively, you can apply several quick, squeezing compressions on both sides of its ribcage. To administer squeezing compressions, do the following:  Sit down on the floor with the cat in front of you but facing away from you. Lift the cat's hind legs and hold them between your knees. Place one hand on either side of the cat's chest and squeeze with sufficient firmness to compress the chest by a third.Do not apply excessive force - it may break her ribs. When squeezing, use jerky movements.  The aim is to try to get the cat to cough. Squeeze four to five times; this should be enough to get her to cough out the obstruction. Your cat may faint or become unconscious in response to the lack of oxygen. If so, do the following:  Open up its jaws as wide as possible. There won't be any damage from opening the jaws up wide. Look for an obstruction. If it is easy to see and not wedged in, use tweezers to remove it. In this case, you could use your fingers but only if you're able to avoid putting pressure on the object, as it could wedge it further into the airway....


Decide a date and a time for the sale. Make about ten posters saying when and where your sale is going to be.

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Have the yard sale from 7:30 AM.-2:00 PM or whatever time is the usual time that people in your area have yard sales. Make your posters large and bright so people will see them. Each of you take a few, and hang them around your neighborhood. In addition to making posters, see if you can go to your local newspaper, and put an ad for your yard sale inside the paper.


Decide and lay out your core values. Become the best. Market your personality.

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How would you like potential customers and clients to think of you? Because your personal brand is built from the thoughts and words and reactions of other people, it’s shaped by how you present yourself publicly. This is something that you have control over. You can decide how you would like people to see you and then work on publicly being that image. Values are the easiest thing to present and have people identify with, so start there. Are you the sort of person who puts ethics above everything else? If you want to sell an expensive course in watercolor painting you’ll need to be seen as someone with the authority to teach others on the topic. If you want to get work for high-end design clients you’ll need to be seen as a runaway talent with a professional attitude. Every good brand involves the notion of expertise. Nike brands itself as an expert in creating quality and fashionable sportswear. Jeremy Clarkson (host of Top Gear) is an expert on cars. Even if you’re not interested in marketing your advice, you need to create the perception that you are very good at what you do. Continue learning and updating your knowledge, especially if your expertise is based around the online world. The web changes drastically from month to month. If you were an ‘expert’ two years ago but have since stopped learning and challenging yourself, you’re not an expert anymore. Personal branding is basically selling someone your personality. You need to think hard about HOW you act. You should have a clearly identifiable personality so that people can easily feel like they know you personally, even if they've never met you. Your style of delivery should be as unique as any other aspect of your personal brand. This doesn’t mean you need to sit down and brainstorm how to be different. If you don’t actively imitate anyone else, it will happen naturally. Are you kind and unusually enthusiastic, like Stephen Colbert? Are you witty and raw, like Rachel Maddow? Are you confident and crusading, like Glen Beck? Hopefully you’re none of...


Decide between a new or used watch. Select your preferred design and metal. Buy a chain when necessary. Add a strap or fob.

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Each has its advantages.  New pocket watches are likely to work for a long time without trouble. They also represent the latest in pocket watch design. Used watches, on the other hand, offer a great variety of antique designs, motifs, and finishes.  New watches are likely to be more expensive than used watches. However, collectable pocket watches, even if used, can still be pricey. Avoid buying used pocket watches over the Internet. In many cases, you won’t be able to tell how well it will work or its size. Pocket watches come in an astounding variety of designs, so you should take your time finding the right one for you. There are also many materials watches are made of and finishes; pick the one that suits your tastes best.  Traditional pocket watch designs usually contain things like woodland scenes, monograms, and simple repeating patterns. Contemporary watches feature more recent designs, like cartoon characters, paranormal scenes, and pop culture references. Silver is often preferred by modern buyers, as it goes well with most color combinations, is resilient, and has a lustrous finish. Other common metals include brass, gold, and steel. Chain weight and weave are a matter of individual taste. A fine, thin chain is useful when dressing to the nines. Thick, durable chains are most suitable for day-to-day activities.  Chains usually end in a claw, hook, or spring-loaded catch. These allow you to hook your pocket watch to a pocket, belt, or waist hem. Instead of a hook or catch, some chains end with a decorative fob, like a small metal medallion. This kind of chain works well with vests. Generally, the chain and watch should have the same finish. Choose a steel chain for steel watches, and so on. If you plan to wear your pocket watch in a pants pocket instead of in a vest, consider attaching a leather strap or watch fob to it. These are generally sturdier than watch chains, and convey a rugged, casual look. You can also purchase a leather holder to attach to your belt loop. This will hold the watch outside...


Decide between an active and passive DI. Purchase your DI. Hook up your DI. Record yourself play electric guitar. Tweak your amp simulator settings, if applicable.

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The most obvious difference between the two is that an active DI requires a power supply for you to operate, while passive DIs do not. Beyond that, due to differences in design, each of these has strong suits that should be taken into consideration. For example, the transformers used in passive DIs are more resistant to the hum created by ground loops, making these ideal for on-stage performing. Additionally:   Active DIs are generally better suited to passive instruments, including:  Electric guitars Passive basses Vintage Rhodes pianos     Passive DIs are generally better suited to active instruments, like:  Active basses Keyboards Electronic percussion There are many options of DI available, some packaged with features that you might find useful. Amp simulators, for example, can be layered on top of your DI recording. This will give your recording a sound more like what you'd hear produced from an amp.  Though the use of a DI can be relatively cheap, quiet, and space efficient, most audio experts agree that even masterful DI recordings miss a quality captured through miking an amp.  The price range for DIs varies considerably, with lower end models costing as little as $40 and high end models costing over $1,000.  Some audio experts recommend investing $1 in a DI for ever $5 you spend on your instrument. You should always follow the directions that came with your DI, but generally, you should be able to hook it up by connecting your guitar with a ¼" output cable. Then you will need to connect your DI output, which will likely be an XLR connection, to your mixing console/audio interface/computer. Due to the fact that the signal being transmitted from your DI to your mixing console is normalized to the microphone level, you'll need to connect the DI output to your mixing console's mic input. Set your DAW/audio interface to "Record" and play your music. When you have finished, stop recording and listen to what you have played on headphones. Keep in mind, your DI will only have captured the sound of your...


Decide between planting in the ground and in a large container. Plant or place your plumeria in a sunny place. Dig a hole or purchase a large terra cotta container for your plant. Mix in fresh soil and high phosphorus fertilizer. Loosen the root ball. Plant the root ball. Water your tree thoroughly. Add mulch or moss.

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Frangipanis prefer to be in the ground but also do well in terra cotta containers.  They go dormant in winter, but cannot withstand frost.  If you live in a place with harsh winters (temperatures below freezing), a container is best so the plant can be moved inside or stored during winter.  Early spring is the best time to plant a frangipanis so it is established and blooming heavily by summer. Plunging, or burying a potted plumeria in the ground, can be done in cooler climates. This way you can keep your plant in the ground, yet still be able to easily move it inside during winter. Choose a spot where it will get at least 6 hours of sun daily. You may also want to plant it somewhere you will be able to enjoy the lovely scent its flowers produce. Great locations include placing them near patios and windows, or beside driveways and walkways.  If you have a patio or deck with outdoor seating, plant your frangipanis nearby so you can see and smell the beautiful blooms all summer. Or, if using a container, find a sunny spot on the deck to keep it.  Their shallow roots make them well suited for planting along pathways and other hardscapes, like pools and water features. Your hole should be as deep as the root ball and three times as wide. It may help to loosen the soil first by digging in with the tip of your shovel several times, wiggling your shovel around each time to break up the dirt. Containers should be at least 40 cm (15¾ inches) in diameter.  Terra cotta pots absorb heat, helping simulate a tropical environment for the roots, and provide good drainage since they are porous. They are also usually top heavy, which will help support the plant as it grows. You can use a plastic pot if you prefer or want a cheaper, decorative option, as long as you If you take special care to use a good quality, well-draining soil. When planting, you may find the soil has poor drainage, like clay or silt, when you dig into it. You will need to mix this with compost or commercial soil made for dry-loving plants before planting....


Decide between school and self-taught. Choose your major carefully. Learn computer languages. Design your own game. Narrow down your focus.

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Expect employers to value technical know-how most of all. So don’t fret if the cost of tuition for higher education is beyond your means, because a degree isn’t strictly necessary to find employment. At the same time, though, recognize that technical proficiency coupled with a degree will probably make you stand out over other candidates. Whichever route you choose, put all your emphasis on becoming a proficient programmer. Coasting will only leave you ill-equipped for interviews and the job in question. If you decide on college, be wary about specialized degrees in game programming. Expect these to cover all of the many different aspects of game programming in a relatively short amount of time. Favor a major in Computer Science instead if you aren’t already proficient in the subject.  Each aspect of game programming takes a lot of time to master. Studying computer science in depth is more likely to equip you with the necessary skills to tackle each one, even if those skills aren’t directly applied to games during the course of your studies. If you do consider a specialized degree, research the people who are teaching it. Professors who understand the concepts of game programming, but who have never worked in the field themselves, may not be the best people to learn from. Whether you go to school or teach yourself, aim to master at least one computer language. Focus on C++ to increase your chances of being hired, since this is used the most often in game programming. Other languages that are helpful include:  Actionscript Assembly C Java Objective-C Python Swift Remember: the best way to learn how to do something is to actually do it! Once you learn how to code in computer languages, apply your skills. Build a game from the ground up to grow more familiar with the whole process, from start to finish. As you do, you should:  Keep it basic. Don’t worry about revolutionizing games as you know it. To make an analogy, write a simple short story, not James Joyce’s Ulysses. Copy another game if needed. The purpose...


Decide from where you want to remove unwanted hair. Take a hot shower. Clean and exfoliate the skin. Shave. Get a wax. Use a depilatory cream. Invest in a hair removal system. Pluck.

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Hair grows on all parts of the body. Find which parts of the body you would like to remove hair from. This might influence which method you use to remove the hair. For effective hair removal on any part of the body, pores need to be open. This can help reduce irritation of the skin. Soaking the hairs in warm or hot water also makes the hairs soften, resulting in easier hair removal. Whether you are shaving, waxing, or using a cream, washing the area and exfoliating before you remove the hair is essential. Proper pre-care is extremely important, especially if you are waxing. Removing dirt, oil, and dead skin cells increases the hair removal process, and helps to prevent irritation, redness, and ingrown hairs.  Do not exfoliate the skin right after you have removed the hair, especially just after you have shaved or waxed. Shaving exfoliates the skin, so you don't need to exfoliate again right away. Exfoliating right after you wax can irritate the skin. Exfoliate your skin 24 to 48 hours before you wax. Exfoliating right before you wax can cause irritation. Shaving is perhaps the easiest and most inexpensive way to get rid of large areas of unwanted hair. This method works well for your legs, bikini line, arms, back, and chest.  Coat the area in a shave gel or cream and let it set for a few minutes before you begin shaving. Never shave dry skin or without a lather. Keeping the skin moist helps reduce irritation by helping the razor glide along the skin instead of dragging, reducing irritation and ingrown hair.  Make sure to use a sharp razor; dull razors can cause irritation and cut your skin. Change the razor blades every 5-6 uses. Waxing is an inexpensive, effective method because it removes the hair from the roots and gets rid of the hair for longer periods of time.  Home wax kits can be purchased online, at major retailers, and at beauty supply shops. They usually come with cloth strips and wooden applicators. Read the directions carefully. Let the hair grow to about a quarter of an inch before waxing....


Decide how big the pen will be. Find a level, high piece of ground. Measure the area. Add soft footing to the area. Decide what material you are going to use to construct the pen.

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A 50-foot (15.24 m) enclosure works well for lunging a horse, but if you plan to ride and train your horse in the pen, you may want to build a round pen with a 60 foot (18.28 m) to 80 foot (24.38 m) diameter. The most common round pen size is 60 feet in diameter. But you can create a pen that is anywhere from 40 to 120 feet in diameter, depending on how much room you would like for you and your horse. Look for an area that is not prone to flooding. The footing in the round pen should be firm, with good drainage that does not trap water.  If the ground is not level, you can rent a small bulldozer to remove any rocks and level the ground. You can also try to remove any rocks or debris by hand. It’s important that the area is level and smooth so your horse does not get injured when he walks around the pen. Start at the center of the pen and use measuring tape to create a perfect circle. Be sure to account for the gate in your measurement. The walls or rail fences of the pen should be at least 4 feet high and have one relatively small gate. The gate should be designed to allow one horse to enter and exit comfortable. You can go for a more affordable option of tilling the dirt, or use other material like sand, wood shavings, or shredded rubber, or a combination of materials.  To use dirt: Till the soil with a garden tiller, loosening the soil at least 4 inches deep. You may have to till the footing often, as dirt compacts with use and can create a hard top layer that can injure your horse’s legs. Keep in mind that in rainy climates, the dirt will turn to mud and you won’t be able to use the pen if its muddy. To use sand: Start by adding a layer of gravel. Use a shovel or rake to distribute the gravel. Then, spread a layer of sand on top of the gravel, using the rake. Sand provides good drainage and soft footing. For wetter climates, it's a good option. To use wood shavings or mulch: Start by adding a layer of gravel. Then, spread a layer of wood shavings or mulch on the gravel. These materials make good footing...


Decide how detailed you want your outline to be. Make an alphanumeric outline to organize the information. Start at the beginning of the story and work to the end. Write out a 1 sentence summary explaining each scene. Flesh out your scenes if you desire.

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You might want to provide a 1 sentence summary of each scene, or you might want to write out everything that happens in each scene. It’s entirely up to you! Both strategies can be effective for creating a good plot outline. Remember, you can always add to your plot outline later, so don’t feel like you have to write out everything now. Alphanumeric outlines are great for creating layers of information, which make them perfect for plot outlines. A basic outline might consist of 1 or 2 layers, but you can include more layers if you’d like a more developed outline. Here’s the basic numbering system for an outline:   Roman Numerals (I, II, III, IV, V) for main points. For example, this could be a 1-sentence scene summary. Capital letters (A, B, C) for subpoints. For example, you could list each action that takes place in a particular scene. Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3) for supporting details. For example, this might include important information you need to include or information about side characters. Lowercase letters (a, b, c) for minor details. For example, you might include characterization details you plan to include in the scene. Since you already have your story arc written, this should be easy. List your scenes according to where they occur along your story arc. Number each scene appropriately as you complete your outline. These will make up the main points in your plot outline. Include each scene in the story. If you find a gap in your story, try to fill it in. If you aren’t sure how you plan to resolve it, include a main point stating what needs to happen to connect those plot points. You don’t have to include details in your outline if you don’t want to. However, it can make it easier to write your story later, depending on your writing style. Here are some ways you can flesh out your scenes:  List all characters who are in the scene. Write out every action that takes place in the scene. Note important details used for characterization, foreshadowing, building tension, etc.


Decide how large you would like your court to be. Measure the length and width of your court. Drive in stakes at the corners of the court.

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A regulation-sized bocce ball court measures 13 ft by 91 ft (4 m by 28 m). However, unless you are planning to build a regulation-size bocce ball court, you can build the court any size you would like. As a broad rule of thumb, the court’s ratio of width to length should be between 1:5 and 1:7. Build a court that will suit the dimensions of your backyard (or wherever you decide to build the court). If you are working with limited space, you could build a bocce court in as little space as 5 ft by 20 ft (1.5 m by 6 m). Using a measuring tape, measure out the full length and width of your bocce court on the ground where you plan to build it. Keep in mind that you’ll need to add the dimensions for the backing material (e.g. the court frame) into your total width and length measurements. So, if you’re using 4x4 boards as your frame, you’ll need to add 8 inches (20 cm) to the length and width measurements. For example, if you’re building a regulation-sized bocce court, you’ll need to measure the outer dimensions of the court to be 13 ft 8 inches by 91 ft 8 inches (4.2 m by 28 m). Once you’ve measured out the length and width of the court, use a hammer to drive a stake into the ground at each corner. These will serve as markers to indicate the size of the court, and indicate the area you’ll excavate. You can purchase a handful of wooden or plastic stakes at your local hardware store. They should be relatively inexpensive, and do not need to be made of a high-quality material.


Decide how long you want the skirt to be, and add 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) to it. Consider blind stitching the hem.

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You will need this extra length for the hem. If your skirt has a lining, and you need to hem it as well, plan on having it 1 inch (2.54 centimeters) shorter than the finished skirt. Thread a needle, and tie a knot at the end of the thread. Use the needle to pull the thread through the hem. Catch 1 to 2 threads from the skirt material, then bring the needle back into the hem. Pull the needle ¼ inch (0.63 centimeters) through the hem, then use it to catch 1 to 2 threads from the skirt material again. Keep blind stitching until the hem is all sewn up. Knot the end of the thread, and snip the rest off.  Use a thread color that closely matches your fabric. This is great for those working with a heavier or thicker material.


Decide how long you would like to spend in Las Vegas. Find the cheapest day to fly into Las Vegas. Decide what part of Las Vegas you want to stay in. Plan to stay in Las Vegas during the week. Go to Las Vegas during fall and winter months. Check the Las Vegas Convention calendar before you book your tickets and reservations. Purchase an economy hotel room if you are on a budget. Choose a more luxurious hotel room if you have the money. Book a room through a room-sharing company for a more authentic experience.

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Before beginning an itinerary, decide if you would like to spend a few days, a week, or a couple of weeks in Las Vegas. Rates for hotels and flights will become more expensive during Fridays and Saturdays, and you may be able to do everything you want to do before these fares spike.  If you only have a few things in mind for the trip, you should be able to accomplish them in a day or two. If you want to see everything Las Vegas has to offer, plan for at least a week-long visit. Visit TripAdvisor for rates on tour and show tickets to get an idea of how much you will be spending before you decide on anything specific. Flights to Las Vegas are cheaper on weekdays and Sundays, and the most expensive are on Fridays and Saturdays. Search online for cheap flights on websites like Kayak or Orbitz, because they will show you the cheapest flights throughout the week of your travel.  Buy your flight and hotel reservations separately, as this will drive down the price.  If using a search aggregator like Kayak or Travelocity, you can have the website compile flight prices for three days before or after your desired travel date, allowing you to compare pricing. Although the Strip is the most popular and classically Las Vegas area, other parts of Las Vegas are also fun to explore. The downtown area will have cheaper hotel rates, but you will not find as many tourist attractions close to where you are staying. Most tourists will stay on the Strip, and the hotel rates will be much higher. If you want to avoid the extra costs, stay Downtown and just visit the Strip during the day. Sunday through Thursday is the cheapest time to stay in a Las Vegas hotel, as they hike up the prices during Fridays and Saturdays. By planning to take your trip during the week, you will avoid extra costs and the city will not be as chaotic. If you would like to avoid the blistering Las Vegas heat, visit during the colder seasons to stay cool. Although Las Vegas is usually hot year round, you will find some relief in these months. The cheapest...


Decide how many fasteners your arrangement requires. Use push-pins or adhesive hooks if you don't want to damage walls. Go for nails or anchors if you're decorating the net with heavy objects. Hang netting from the ceiling with hooks if it needs to bear weight. Use screws with anchors if you can't find studs. Loop squares around the pins, hooks, or nails to attach it to the wall.

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The number of pins, hooks, or nails you'll need depends on the size of your net and how you want to arrange it. For instance, you could use 2 fasteners to hang it from the top corners and let the bottom hang loose, or you could use 3 or 4 fasteners to drape the net in a rounded organic shape. Push-pins and adhesive hooks don't require any tools, so they're your easiest option. Use transparent pins or hooks so they're less noticeable. Simply stick them on the wall or ceiling where you want to secure the net. Pins and adhesive hooks can support a few light shells or starfish. However, if you want to decorate the net with heavy or delicate objects, like driftwood or crystals, you should go with a more durable hanging method. Locate the studs, then hammer nails or picture anchors into the spots you marked. If you're using nails, leave about a 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) length exposed from the wall. You'll loop the net's squares around this length to secure it to the wall. Use a stud finder to locate the ceiling joists, then mark the spots with a pencil. Screw ceiling plant hangers into the spots where you want to secure the net.  You might need to drill pilot holes for the hooks. If necessary, check the size of the hooks' screws, and use a drill bit half of that diameter. For example, if your screws are 1⁄8 inch (0.32 cm), drill pilot holes with a 1⁄16 inch (0.16 cm) bit. If you're hanging the net from the ceiling, make sure it doesn't come into contact with a light fixture. Screw the anchor into the wall or ceiling with a screwdriver or drill, then drive the screw into the anchor hole. Leave a small length of the screw exposed instead of driving it flush with the wall. After installing the pins, hooks, or other fasteners, grab a square at the edge of the net. Loop the square around the fastener, then repeat to hang the net by the other fasteners. If necessary, play with the net's arrangement until you've achieved the right look.


Decide how many guests you wish to invite. Pick a theme. Send out invitations.

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You might want to invite a few of your closest friends, (best friends) or you may wish to invite more girls. Remember not to leave anyone out just to be mean. However, if there is someone who you really don't want to invite, don't invite them, even if they are expecting an invitation. They could ruin your party. Be sure you have enough space for the amount of people you are inviting. For smaller groups, you may be able to do something like going out to eat, going to a movie, or going shopping at the mall or arcade. This is hard for large groups, however, because it gets expensive and you will have to carpool (if you still want to do this, use the public transit). It's also fun to pick a theme that you can do at home, like  Movie night Your favorite color A time period (such as Ancient Rome or the 70s) A popular television show (such as Survivor or MTV) Spa party A country (such as France or Japan). Add the theme details to the invitations so your friends know what to expect. It's fun to hand them out at school, but your friends might lose them, and other people who aren't invited may get mad. Basically, it's best to mail them or email them out.  Either make invitations yourself, or buy ones from a store which are really pretty and simple or reflect your theme. You could also use free invitation websites such as Evite to create your invitations. Be sure to send invitations at least three weeks before the event so no one has anything planned. If you will be really bummed if a couple of best friends can't make it; plan a date with them in advance. Make sure you include the major details on your invite, such as date, time, place, how they will get home, theme, and what to bring.


Decide how many players there will be. Shuffle the two decks of cards. Pick a judge for the first round. Deal seven red cards to each player.

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Get together a group of your friends to play the game. Players should gather around a table or arrange themselves in a circle on the floor. Apples To Apples works best with 4-10 players, but some versions can be played with more. The fewer players there are, the faster paced the game will be, which can increase the hilarity. A deluxe “Party” version of Apples To Apples can be played by 12 or more people. Start by thoroughly shuffling both the red and green decks of cards to make sure that they are drawn in random order. Cards from each deck will be used during every individual round of play. Keep the decks separated—red cards should never be mixed with green cards within a deck. Always make sure to shuffle after the conclusion of a game so that the same cards aren’t dealt and played in the next game. Decide among your friends who will serve as the judge for the first round of gameplay. The judge is responsible for deciding who has the best match, and therefore who wins each round. Each player has a chance to be the judge, as the position is handed off to the player on the left after each consecutive round.  Judges may pick the winning red card for any reason. One judge might choose the strongest direct match, such as a red card reading “Scissors” for a green card reading “Sharp,” while another will favor ironic or humorous associations. These types of differences are what makes the game exciting! Everyone will take multiple turns as the judge, so it doesn’t much matter who starts the game off. The judge will also act as the dealer. Whoever your group chooses to be the judge of the first round will deal seven red cards to each player around the table. You will replenish your red cards after every round, meaning that each player should always have seven red cards at the start of a new round. When each player has seven red cards in their hand, the game is ready to begin.  Keep an eye on your red cards to make sure you have seven at at all times. Otherwise, you may be limiting your playable options.


Decide how much more your puppet needs.

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You don't have to use everything from this section. Take a look at your puppet, and decide what character you want it to be. Pick some ideas from the list before, or make up your own decorations!


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

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


Decide how much time you need to repay the loan. Research local and online pawn shops. Visit two or three local pawn shops with your jewelry. Be careful.

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Pawn shops will allot you a certain amount of time to repay your loan. If you do not pay in time, the pawn shop is allowed to keep your jewelry. To ensure the highest chances of reclaiming your valuables, be sure to make an accurate assessment on how long it will take you to repay. Be sure to factor in some “wiggle room” into your time frame. Perhaps add an extra couple weeks into your projected time frame in case something comes up and you aren’t able to produce the money as quickly as planned. Not all pawn shops are equal. Some will offer more money for less jewelry and others will have better interest rates or offer longer periods of time to pay back the loan. Do an online search ahead of time to find out which pawn shops offer the best terms based on your needs. Online pawn shops may be able to offer you a better loan and a longer time to pay it off, but they will be harder to negotiate with, especially if you are trying to pawn rare jewelry. Pawn shops try to remain competitive with each other, so if you decide to pawn locally, visit a few different shops to be sure you are getting the best value for your jewelry. Pawn shops can swap your jewelry for cheaper items when you aren’t looking so never let your jewelry out of your sight. If you didn’t get an appraisal done, bring your own scale to showcase the weight of your jewelry. Don’t trust a pawn shop scale. Don’t let a pawn shop talk your jewelry down or appraise it for you.


Decide how much to pay yourself. Set a savings goal. Create an account that is separate from all your other accounts. Put that money into the account as soon as it is available. Leave the money alone.

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Now that you know how much you have left over, you can decide how much to pay yourself. Experts recommend differing amounts. In the famous personal finance book The Wealthy Barber, the author David Chilton recommends paying yourself 10% of your net or take-home income. Other experts recommend anywhere between 1% and 5%.. The best solution is to pay yourself as much as you can based on your leftover amount each month. For example, if you have $600 left over at the end of the month, and your income is $2,000, you would be able to save up to 30% of your income. (You may only want to put 20% of that in savings, leaving yourself a little wiggle room for unexpected treats or expenses.) Once you know how much you can possibly pay yourself, try to set a goal for a savings amount. For example, your goal may be retirement, education savings, or a house down-payment. Determine the cost of your goal, and divide that by the amount you can pay yourself monthly to determine how long it will take to attain in months.  For example, you may want to save for a $50,000 home down payment. If you have $600 left over every month and choose to save $300 of that, it would take you a very long 13 years to save $50,000. In that case, you could boost your savings amount to $600 to drop the time in half (since you have $600 left over). Keep in mind that if you invest your money in a high interest savings account, or in other types of investments, the return you get would further shorten your time. To figure out how fast your saving amount will grow at a certain rate of return (say 2% per year), go online and search "Compound Interest Calculator." This account should be only for a specified goal, usually saving or investing. If possible, choose an account with a higher interest rate — usually these types of accounts limit how often you can withdraw money, which is a good thing because you're not going to be pulling money out of it, anyway.  Consider opening a high interest savings account. Many institutions offer these, and they typically...


Decide how much weight you want to lose and a reasonable time frame. Reduce your calorie intake gradually to lose weight. Pick the right proteins.

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Expect weight loss of about 1 lb per week by lessening daily food consumption by 500 to 750 calories.  More drastic weight loss may be difficult and unhealthy.  For example, there are about 3,500 calories in 1lb of fat.  To lose 2 lbs in a week, you would have to cut 7,000 calories from your weekly diet. Try a few simple approaches to shave off calories wherever you can.  Eat slower to reduce calories.  It takes about 20 minutes before your brain tells your body it is full.  According to some studies, eating slower results in feeling full quicker.  Substitute a salad to drop daily intake.  Salads have low calories but still aid in losing weight.  Try to make it your lunch-time choice every day. Be sure to use a low-calorie and low-fat dressing option, such as oil and vinegar. Use almonds to satiate hunger and drop calories.  About 15 – 20 almonds can make for a quick snack, but 50 or so could be considered a meal replacement.  One study showed a six-month diet that included almonds as snacks resulted in 18% body weight loss.  Increase your protein intake to lose fat.  Some studies showed that people who double their protein lose more weight via fat.  To determine the amount of protein you need, weigh yourself then multiply by 0.36, then multiply that number by 2.  The result is the amount of protein you should get in grams.  An added benefit is more protein intake has been shown to increase metabolism.   Substitute salsa for unhealthier options.  At only about 4 calories per tablespoon, it’s a 20 calorie savings versus sour cream or guacamole, a 70 calorie saving versus ranch, and it’s also an extra boost of vegetables to boot. For less calories, aim for proteins lower in fat.  Try to maximize the protein grams in the amount of calories.  Here are a few examples of foods packed with protein.  Milk – 149 calories for 8 grams of protein Eggs – 1 egg has 78 calories and 8 grams of protein Greek yogurt – 15-20 grams of protein for 100 calories Cottage cheese – 14 grams in 100 calories Edamame  – 100 calories...


Decide how much you can spend on your kitchen renovation. Include all of the elements of a kitchen renovation when estimating your budget. Plan for labor, and think about the level of expertise you expect in your kitchen renovation. Commit to your budget.

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The amount of your budget will often dictate the rest of the planning process. Establish a range instead of a fixed budget number. For example, budgeting $7,500 to $8,500 is more reasonable than deciding to spend exactly $8,000. You will potentially need to pay for new appliances, flooring, countertops, hardware, paint, ventilation, cabinets and installation costs. Set aside money in your budget for unexpected problems, delays, expenses and contingencies. The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) advises you add 20 percent of your budget to your estimate for surprises and contingencies. You will need a general contractor as well as plumbers, electricians and other specialists. You will need to decide where you want to save and where you want to spend. For example, if stainless steel appliances are a priority, you might need to settle for laminate flooring.


Decide how much you can spend. Read the labels. Sample your olive oil. Select dark-colored bottles or tins.

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Becoming a true olive oil connoisseur can quickly prove to be an expensive hobby. Once you've determined how you want to use your olive oil, your budget will point you towards the products that will best serve your cooking goals.  As a general rule of thumb, more expensive olive oils tend to rate higher among the experts. Producing high quality extra virgin olive oil is an expensive process, and the cost is passed on to consumers. Nonetheless, it's possible to find quality olive oils to fit any budget. If you want to splurge, select an extra virgin olive oil and use it sparingly on dishes where it will shine as the star of the dish. Be sure to comparison shop (both in different stores and from online merchants) to be able to snag the best deal for your final choice. While the International Olive Council (IOC) sets the standards for labeling olive oils as extra virgin, virgin, or ordinary virgin, it should be noted that the US has not adopted these standards. Nonetheless, spending some time reading the labels of your potential purchases will be time well-spent.  Again, look for a label that indicates the product is extra virgin. This will help ensure that you are not purchasing lower-quality olive oil. Look as well for a harvest date on the label. Unlike wine, olive oil does not get better with age. It is a perishable product (a natural fruit juice), and will deteriorate within a few months of being harvested. Try to choose products with relatively recent harvest dates. If a harvest date is not indicated, then look for a “best-buy” date. Avoid products which are quickly approaching this date. Look for an estate name on the label. This is not a guarantee of a quality product, but is typically a good sign that the oil was grown and pressed by a small producer.  If you don't see an estate name on the label, look for an olive oil with a PDO or DOP (Protected Designation of Origin). This status is granted by the European Union to designate agricultural products which are produced, processed, and prepared within a...


Decide how much you need. Find out your credit score. Establish a budget. Compare different kinds of personal loans. Pay down credit cards.

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The first and most important step in applying for a personal loan is determining exactly how much you need to borrow.  Remember that all loans are subject to interest, so you will have to repay more than the borrowed amount.  You should try to borrow the least amount possible.  Consider what you want to take the loan out for and whether or not you need to finance the entire amount. You may want to put your savings toward reducing the total amount of money you need to borrow. Before you begin applying for loans, you should find out what your credit score is to determine your eligibility for most types of personal loans.  You can find out your credit report using websites like FreeCreditReport.com, CreditKarma.com or by requesting a credit report from a bank or credit issuing company you have requested credit from recently.  There are three types of credit reports lenders may look at: Experian, TransUnion and Equifax.  Each report reflects your payment history on past loans and lines of credit.  Good credit is considered anything about 700. Fair credit is considered anything between 650 and 699. Poor credit is anything below 649.  It will be difficult to get a loan with a credit score below 649 without providing collateral. With an understanding of how much you need to borrow, you also need a solid appreciation for how much you can afford to pay in monthly payments.  Many lenders will take your debt to income ratio into consideration when making a decision about your loan, so if you cannot afford to make the payments, you likely won't be approved for the loan.  Make a list of all of your expenses versus your monthly income in order to establish a monthly budget.  Make sure there is room in your budget for an additional monthly payment toward your personal loan. Your monthly payment amount will be different depending on the amount you borrow and the interest rate you receive. There are a few different options available to you when choosing to apply for a personal loan.  Each type of personal loan comes with its...


Decide how much you want to flatten and smooth the surface. Flatten the face with a plunge router to your desired smoothness. Stabilize any splits in the face with butterfly keys. Clean out any loose bark trapped within the wood.

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A slab with an uneven face (top surface) would work great for a rustic side table. A slab that is going to be used as a writing desk will need a smoother finish and perfectly-flat face. You don't need to finish sanding both the top and bottom faces. Build a jig to fit your slab first. Use a power sander with a 60- or 80-grit to smooth the face down. Keep sanding until you get marks, but don't sand it smooth yet. You can flatten the bottom of the slab too for a nicer finish. Trace the keys onto the wood with a marking knife. Lift them away, then carve the shapes out with a chisel. Glue the keys into the holes with clear 2-part epoxy. Let the epoxy cure, trim the keys until they are flush with the face, then sand them smooth.  Butterfly keys are blocks of wood shaped like bowties. Use a block plane or a powder sander to trim the keys. Use a sanding block or sandpaper to sand the eyes. If there is a split in the underside of the slab, you should install butterfly keys too. Sometimes, small pieces of bark will get trapped within the wood as the tree grows. You should scrape these inclusions out. You can leave resulting voids hollow for a rustic finish, or you can fill them in with a clear or tinted epoxy; do not use an opaque epoxy, however, or it won't look natural. You are doing this after you sand the faces because some pieces of trapped bark may not get revealed until after you sand them.


Decide how much you want to know. Check your purebred dog's pedigree. Ask your veterinarian about breed possibilities. Consider DNA testing. Order the DNA test.

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If you are just casually curious about your pup's breed makeup, you might be able to figure it out based on their appearance. If you want to know if your dog is predisposed to any health issues based on their breed, however, then you may need to go to the experts.  If so, relying on documentary evidence, expert assistance, and/or scientific analysis will prove more helpful. For instance, if you find out your dog is part Doberman Pinscher, you will know that they are predisposed to heart disease and certain neck and spine issues. You can then inform your vet so they know to watch for any signs and symptoms as well as educating yourself on these health issues. Most purebred owners are well aware of their prized pup's pedigree, but sometimes records are lost or forgotten.  If your dog is a purebred but that's all you know, you may still be able to find out more information.  If you are confident your dog is not purebred, skip to the next step. If you acquired your purebred according to the regulations of the kennel club to which it belongs, you should be able to retrieve pedigree information either online or in hard copy by contacting the club with your dog's registration number. If you don't have this information, you may still be able to figure out which kennel club is likely to have the relevant records, and you may still be able to retrieve pedigree information through an online search of their records. Your vet sees dogs all day, has a lot of experience with a wide variety of breeds, and can probably provide some valuable insights about your dog's background.  Ask his or her opinion about what breed your dog might be. They may have a very good idea or they may give you some suggestions that you will have to further investigate. You could also ask a groomer or breeder and see what ideas they have about your dog’s breed.  They see dogs all day as well, after all. A quick online search will reveal that several companies now offer DNA testing kits for dogs, which can determine which breeds are present in your...


Decide how often to clean the bowl. Choose new water. Add a dechlorinator to tap water. Add aquarium salt (optional). Check the temperature.

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The main way to keep a fish bowl clean is to change some of the water in it. However, this process can stress or even kill the fish by disrupting the bacterial and chemical contents of the water. Follow this guide to keep your bowl contents healthy without changing the water unnecessarily often. Do also keep in mind, that round containers such as bowls have been known to stress fish out and shorten their life. Yes, they can survive in a bowl, but they will not be truly happy. :  Clean 0.5 gallon (2 liter) bowls daily, 1.5 gal. (6 L) bowls three times a week, and bowls 3 gal. (12 L) and up twice a week. Ammonia levels rise quicker than you may know it. If your bowl has a filter, then you can cycle the bowl (which might be hard considering bowls are tiny and not humane), then you can clean the bowl once a week. Don't ever clean the bowl once a month. If the bowl is big enough, then you can keep the betta fish in the bowl while you clean it and change 50% of the water. Doing that will help the betta fish to not be stressed. During the cleaning and water change, you'll remove about 20%–25% of the water in your fish bowl. The replacement water should be prepared at least 30 minutes in advance, to allow time for treatments to work. You may use tap water, distilled water, or rainwater, but be sure to follow the advice below to make it safe for your betta. Leave this out at room temperature in a clean, soap-free container while you clean the tank. Do not use rainwater in an area with acid rain. This is sold at pet stores as "dechlorination tablets" or "water conditioner," and are used to break down chlorine and other chemicals harmful to fish. Add this to the tap water, following the instructions to treat the amount of new water you are adding. This usually takes at least 30 minutes to take effect. Skip this step if using distilled water or rainwater. Aquarium salt for betta fish or goldfish can be added but is never recommended for long term use. Aquarium salt is not in fish's wild habitat, so is not recommended....


Decide how short to crop your hoodie. Hang the hoodie and tape the sleeves so they're out of the way. Pin or clip the bottom of the hoodie together. Use a ruler to draw a straight line across your hoodie. Cut across the line to crop the hoodie.

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Try the hoodie on and consider how high you want to cut it. You might want to wear shorts or pants that you're planning on pairing with the hoodie so you can see how much space there will be between your cropped hoodie and the top of the shorts or pants. To help you remember where you're going to crop, you can mark the hoodie with a piece of chalk. Take off your hoodie and put it on a hanger. Then, hang the hoodie against a flat surface and tape each of the sleeves off to the side so they don't fall in front of you while you're cutting. If you prefer, you can lay the hoodie flat on a table or work surface instead of hanging it. Take sewing pins, binder clips, or clothespins and use them to hold the bottom edges of the hoodie together. The edges should line up so you'll be able to make a clean cut. If you're not trying to make a completely straight cut, you can skip this step. Hold a long ruler horizontally at the mark you made and use a permanent marker or piece of chalk to draw a straight line where you'd like to crop the hoodie. Take a sharp pair of scissors and carefully cut straight across the line you just made. Then, remove the hoodie from the hanger and enjoy your new cropped hoodie! Keep in mind that the bottom of the hoodie will fray the more you wash it. If you don't want it to fray, hem the bottom edge.


Decide how thick you want your slices to be. Create a guide with a piece of scrap wood and clamps. Put on a dusk mask/respirator and protective goggles. Make sure you have a firm grip on the tree branch. Locate all of the knots in the wood so you can avoid them. Turn on the bandsaw and glide the branch into the blade. Put the slice aside and repeat, if desired.

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If you are making wooden coasters, you may want your slices as thick as 0.5 inches (1.3 cm). If you’re making ornaments or other crafts, you might want slices closer to 0.125 inches (0.32 cm). Think about what thickness you need. When using a bandsaw to make thin, small slices from a tree branch, it's best to use a branch that is 6 inches (15 cm) or less in diameter. Different band saws have different capacities, however, so you may want to check the product manual first. Locate a piece of flat scrap wood (such as a 2 x 4). Use your tape measure to determine how far from the blade you need your branch to be. Clamp the piece of wood onto your bandsaw at that distance. The flat edge of the wood will act as a guide for your wood slices.  If you want your slices to be 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) thick, your branch needs to be 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) from the blade. If you are right-handed, clamp the guide onto the left side of your saw. If you are left-handed, clamp the guide onto the right side of your saw. Operating a saw and working around fine sawdust can be dangerous. Wear a dust mask or respirator to prevent yourself from breathing in the dust. Goggles will shield your eyes from dust and wood chips. A tree branch is not flat or smooth, which can make it more difficult to cut. Be sure you have a very firm grasp on the branch before you begin cutting. Stop and readjust your grip as needed. Sawing through a knot in the wood can be dangerous. Before you begin, evaluate the branch for knots. Skip over any places where knots are located. Do not attempt to saw through a knot. A knot is a circular area where the wood is condensed. Look for a circle shape that protrudes slightly from the branch. Hold your branch perpendicular to the blade, so that the top of the branch rests against your guide. Maintain a solid grip on the branch as you carefully slide it into the blade. Repeat this until you have enough slices.  You can also use a miter saw for this project, which may allow you to make more precise cuts. It really just depends...


Decide how this job could fit into your career path. Show you will be long term. Put it together.

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For instance, if it's a design position and it's always been your dream to be the head of a design department, think about how those two are connected. Connect what you're doing now with what you want to be doing. One thing that you want to do with this step is prove that you are in it for the long haul. A manager will not want to hire you if she or he thinks you are going to be leaving in a year. Therefore, show that you plan to be there for a while. However, if you are talking about how you want to advance, make it known that you don't expect to advance for a while, and you plan to prove yourself and work your way up. Finally, put together your answer. Talk about how it connects to your career as the conclusion to what you have to say. Keep it concise. You don't want to ramble on too long.   For instance, you could say, "I've always wanted to manage a small design department, so I would plan on proving myself in this position so that I could advance in the long term." Remember this part is just the final portion of your answer. You need all three parts included in this article to make a complete answer.


Decide how to approach the problem. Confront your child non-judgmentally. Explain the personal dangers of marijuana use. Explain the legal dangers of marijuana use. Work together to make a plan.

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Teenage marijuana use is illegal in the United States. If you discover that your teenager is using marijuana and has not been caught by authorities, then it is your responsibility to decide how to handle the situation. There's no single correct answer, but you can start by having a conversation about expectations. It's up to you to set rules for your children that you believe are reasonable.  Understand that your teenager may be curious about marijuana. During a child's teenage years, his or her friends or classmates may begin to use and talk about marijuana, so your child may eventually develop a natural desire to understand what the "fuss" is about. Explain that regardless of one's feelings, marijuana possession and/or use is still a criminal offense in most states. Even in states where marijuana is legalized, teenagers are not allowed to possess or consume it, and adults are not allowed to provide it to minors. Even if your child doesn't fully understand the effects of marijuana use, there's a very good chance that she or he will understand that using marijuana is something that many grown-ups deem to be bad. Thus, your child may be nervous, agitated, or defensive when you confront him or her about the evidence of their marijuana use. Your child may even initially lie in order to hide his or her marijuana use. Calmly discuss your views, while keeping an open mind to hear your child's. Your goal is to come to a mutual understanding with your child, not to terrify him or her. Rather than forbidding marijuana use on the grounds of "because I said so," it's a wiser idea to justify your decision by explaining the harmful effects of marijuana use to your child. This gives your decision much more legitimacy; a child is unlikely to respect or side with a parent who wants to take away his or her marijuana for no reason. You may, for instance, want to focus on some of the proven dangers correlated with heavy marijuana use at a young age, including:  Greater school dropout rate Higher rates of anxiety and social...


Decide how to deal with the remains. Show companion pets that your guinea pig has died. Memorialize your guinea pig. Recognize that grief is normal.

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You will need to choose a method for disposing of the remains of your guinea pig once he has died. You can deal with your pet's remains however you wish, so long as it is sanitary and the remains are kept away from children and other pets.  It may help the grieving process to incorporate your guinea pig's body disposal into a memorial or burial ritual. Be sure your treatment of your guinea pig's remains does not violate any laws or health/safety regulations. For example, don't dig a grave on someone else's property or set a fire where prohibited. If your guinea pig had a companion (such as a rabbit or another guinea pig), you should allow his body to be viewed by the surviving pet(s). Many animals are able to recognize when another animal is dead, and this sometimes seems to help them cope with the situation.  If you take your dying guinea pig out of his cage and never return him, your other pet may become anxious or mournful as a result of having been "abandoned" by his companion. It is not necessary to leave the deceased guinea pig's corpse alone with the remaining animal; simply showing him the body of his companion and letting him sniff around for a moment should suffice. This can take on many forms; a pet memorial of some kind serves to acknowledge your pet's death while celebrating his life. These rituals can be isolated events or can be something you do every now and then to pay tribute to your guinea pig. Whatever you choose to do, it should be something that brings you some peace of mind. Some suggestions include:  Hold a pet burial. Share funny stories about your pet with friends and family. Look through old photos of your guinea pig. Plant a flower or tree in tribute. It is entirely healthy to grieve the loss of a beloved pet. You will handle the loss of your guinea pig much more easily if you let yourself experience the natural feelings that accompany the loss of a loved one. This process is really no different from coping with the loss of a human relative or friend.  Seek support from friends,...


Decide how to prepare the rice water. Transfer your rice to an appropriate container. Add 3 cups (710 ml) of water. Boil your rice for concentrated rice water. Soak your rice for 15-30 minutes to get diluted rice water. Strain out the rice after boiling or soaking it. Decide if you want to ferment your soaked rice water. Pour your rice water into a container. Store your rice water in the refrigerator.

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You can make rice water by boiling rice, soaking rice, or fermenting soaked rice water. Which type you pick will depend on how much time you have and how you want to use the rice water.  Boiling your rice will create a concentrated batch of rice water, so it’s stronger. You will need to mix it with clean water when you use it.  Soaking your rice is the simplest method because you have fewer steps and don’t need to attend your rice water while it’s soaking. Because it’s not concentrated, you may run out faster. Fermenting your rice water takes the most time, but the fermentation process brings out more vitamins and nutrients. After rinsing the ½ cup (92.5 g) of rice, you’ll need to put it in a different container. If you are boiling your rice, place it in a lidded pot. Otherwise, place your rice in a clean bowl. You will use more water than you would normally use to make rice so that you will have leftover water once you’re finished cooking the rice. Ignore the directions on your rice packaging. Using those directions, you will not have leftover rice water. While boiling the rice to make rice water takes more effort, the results are more potent, so you can use less of it.  Bring the water to a boil. Pour in your rice, cover the container, and then cook it on medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes. Allow your boiled rice to cool before handling it. Soaking requires less work but the results will be less potent. You will also not need to dilute your rice water if you soak your rice. Be sure to cover the container while the rice is soaking. If you plan to ferment your rice water, soaking the rice is the best way to prepare the rice water before fermentation. Drain the rice water into a separate container. Drain it more than once so that you won't find any rice grains in the water. Your rice water will have a milky-white color. To ferment your rice water, place rice water that you prepared by soaking into a container. Allow your rice water to sit for 1-2 days uncovered. When it begins to smell sour, place it into the...


Decide how to share your photos with others. Start the sharing process. Select pictures to share. Send your pictures. Share your photos with a Share Site.

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There are two ways you can share your photos on Shutterfly: via email or by setting up a Share Site page where people can view your pictures. Sending your pictures via email is the simpler method, and may be easier for users who are less experienced with computers. The next few steps explain how to share pictures in this way. Return to your "My Shutterfly" page and scroll down to the third module, entitled "My shared pictures and projects." Click on "Share pictures." From the next screen, click the "Get started" button on the right side of the screen. The "Get started" button is for people who haven't shared pictures before. Next time you want to email your pictures, you'll be able to skip this. A new screen will open that allows you to select the images or albums you wish to share. When you're done, click "Next."  To choose pictures individually, browse through your pictures, selecting the ones you wish to share. While browsing an album, you can choose to share all the pictures in it using the "Share this album" link in the top right-hand corner of your screen. You can share up to 250 pictures at a time. A new screen will appear that will prompt you to enter the email addresses of the people you want to share with, along with a subject for the email and any message you'd like to include with your photos. When you're done and ready to send your pictures, click "Share now." After you share your pictures, you can choose to save the email addresses you sent them to for future use. If you often send photos to the same groups of people, you can also create groups within your Shutterfly address book using the "Add group" button. A Share Site is a secure, personal website where viewers you authorize can see your pictures. You can make your Share Site accessible to everyone, or you can limit access to specific people. Click the "Share" tab at the top of the page, and in the Share Sites box, click the "Create a site" button to get started. Creating a Share Site is a bit more involved than sending photos by email, but...


Decide how trained you need your dog to be. Get the right equipment. Make every walk into a training session. Exercise your dog before leash training sessions. Have treats on hand. Walk quickly. Choose your method.

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It takes discipline, consistency, and time to teach you dog to walk at your side, never tugging on the leash or taking off to chase squirrels. But if that’s what you’re after, then you can do it. On the other hand, you may not mind if your dog walks ahead of you, so long as she doesn’t tug too hard on the lease. In this case, a no-pull harness or head halter might do the trick without any extra training. Knowing what you are aiming for – and being on the same page with anyone else who walks the dog – is key. You’ll want a four to six foot, fixed length leash. Extendable leashes and very long ones will make training more difficult. For a collar, use: a regular buckle or snap collar; a slip collar; a head halter; or a no-pull harness.  Do not use a choke collar, unless training with a professional trainer. Never use a pinch or prong collar, unless training with a professional trainer. Consistency is the key, so until your dog can walk without pulling, every walk, no matter who gives it, is a training session. Keep them short and fun. Going on a long walk with a dog who is not yet trained will only frustrate both of you. This is important for two reasons: 1) until your puppy is trained, your walks will be too short to fully exercise her; and 2) dogs with lots of energy are more likely to pull. Play fetch or tug, or let your dog romp with other dogs at the park before your leash training sessions. You’ll need lots of them to train your dog. For walks, soft ones like cheese, cooked hot dogs, jerky, or chicken are best, since they can be eaten quickly while your dog is walking. Moving fast makes you more interesting to your dog, and she will be less likely to stop repeatedly if she’s moving fast. It will also be easier to teach your dog not to pull if you’re going a bit closer to her natural pace. There are four main methods to teach your dog not to pull. Some work better with some dogs than others. If you choose a method and appear to be making no progress after several weeks, pick another one.  Stop and go – When...


Decide how you feel about your crush. Don't "build up" the experience in your head. Pay attention to his behavior. Realize that a negative response is not a big deal. Let go of the notion that the man needs to make the first move.

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Romantic feelings can be confusing! Give yourself at least a few days to consider your feelings and follow some of the advice in this article. If you act too soon, you may find your feelings about your crush change over time.  Ask yourself questions like these: "Do I have a true romantic crush on this boy, or just an infatuation?" "What things do I like about this guy?" "What outcome do I want?" If you can't answer these questions, try to get to know him better before proceeding. Only you will know whether you truly like someone. However, if you're feeling particularly adventurous, you can try taking an online quiz and interpreting the results as you please. No matter how cute your crush is, he's still a human being! He's probably as nervous as you are about discussing who he likes. Similarly, even if it's not apparent yet, he probably has plenty of flaws. Don't get too emotionally invested in a relationship that hasn't even started! If you're having a hard time thinking of your crush as anything other than a perfect Adonis, try to mentally note things about him, however small, that make him look silly or stupid! Does he have a tiny bald spot? Does he pronounce "epitome" as "ep-it-tome?" Recognizing that everyone has flaws will make even the cutest guys much more approachable. Does he seem to pay special attention to you? Does he smile a lot around you? Or, on the other hand, does he tease you and try to playfully ignore you? These are all signs that a guy might like you. If you can identify possible attraction cues, you'll have a much easier time telling him you like him because you'll already have an idea of how he feels! A guy's body language can reveal his inner emotions. Does he position his chest and shoulders toward you, even if his attention is momentarily occupied by something else? Does he seem to make eye contact with you a lot? He may be pondering how to tell a girl he likes her! Despite your best preparations, he might not return your interest. Acknowledge this as a possibility and try not to...


Decide how you want the top to fit. Decide what level of sheerness you want. Pick the right size. Consider comfort-enhancing options. Pick out pantyhose with extra flair.

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All pantyhose are constructed so that the top part fits like a panty, which serves the dual purpose of keeping the pantyhose from falling down and hugging your shape to create a slimmer silhouette. The amount of "control" in the top part of the pantyhose varies from high control to none. Choose the type of top that caters to your personal preferences, giving you both the look and comfort level you want.  Control-top pantyhose have built-in underwear that fits tightly around the midsection. If you're interested in smoothing out your curves, this might be the right option for you. However, many people find that control-top pantyhose feel uncomfortably tight, and sometimes dig in at the waist to create a cinched appearance. Regular, standard panty-hose have a simpler construction and aren't meant to provide extra support around your midsection. If you don't want to change the look of your shape, opt for these instead of the control top pantyhose. Pantyhose range from very (or "ultra) sheer to opaque, and the different levels of sheerness result in quite different final looks. If you pick very sheer pantyhose that match your skin tone, it might not look like you're wearing pantyhose at all. Opaque pantyhose have a much more noticeable appearance.  Sheer pantyhose are a bit flimsier than thicker opaque pantyhose - something to keep in mind if you're concerned about durability. Opaque pantyhose are a little warmer than sheer pantyhose, so they're better suited to winter wear. Pantyhose are usually sized according to weight and height, since they need to stretch from a person's toes to the waist. Check the packaging that comes with the pantyhose and determine what size matches your weight and height range. If you hate the feeling of wearing too-tight pantyhose, size up! The pantyhose will likely still be tight enough to stay around your waist instead of falling down. Some pantyhose come with extra that are intended to make them feel more comfortable. If you've had trouble finding a pair that feels comfortable in the...


Decide how you want to keep track of your budget. Organize your budget. Subtract your total expenses from your new income. Make alterations. Try not to allow your total expenses to exceed your total income. Keep a hard copy of your budget.

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You can use a pencil and paper, standard spreadsheet software, or specialized budget software. Software may make it easier to calculate and alter as necessary, but you may also find it convenient to write your budget out and keep it by your checkbook or credit card to serve as a constant reminder.  One of the best things about using software, such as a spreadsheet, to map out your budget is that you can play "what if." In other words, you can see what would happen to your budget if your monthly mortgage increased $50 per month by just plugging the new number into your "Mortgage" value. The software should tally everything up immediately and give you an idea of how much of a dent that increase would put in your discretionary spending. Bank of America offers a spreadsheet template that you can download for free. Separate your budget into two basic sections: income and expenses. Fill in each section with the information as you calculated it above, marking down a separate entry for each individual source of income as well as each expense.  Calculate two totals for the "income" section. For the first, add together all the new income you bring in each month. For the second, add everything together, including the money you have saved in accounts. Calculate three totals for the "expenses" section. For the first, add together your fixed expenses, including debt payments. Fixed expenses are also considered essential or necessities, even though some, like food, vary each month. Generally, a person doesn't have a lot of leeway in these expenses. For the second, add together variable or nonessential expenses where you have some control over the amount spent, such as eating out or entertainment. For the third, calculate your total expenses by adding together the two other categories. In order to save money, you must have a positive difference. In order to break even, the two totals must balance each other out. For example, if your total expenses are $3,300 per month and your monthly income is $4,000 per month, then the...


Decide how you want to tell them. Talk about what your relationship means to you. Share your feelings. Be patient with your friend’s response. Make peace with whatever happens.

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Make sure to talk to your friend privately. Choose a time and place where you can have a private conversation.  Have your conversation in person if at all possible. It is easier to determine their reaction than via phone or text. Do not talk to your friend while you are intoxicated. It might feel easier, but your friend will not take you seriously. You could also consider writing your friend a letter to express your feelings, if you are too nervous to do it in person. Share your history and your friend’s importance in your life. Help your friend to understand where your feelings come from. You could say, “We’ve been friends for a long time. Your friendship means so much to me, and I can’t thank you enough for supporting me after I came out. We have so much fun together, and I really enjoy being with you.” Let your friend know that you are in love with them (or have a crush on them, whatever language you want to use). Acknowledge that this might be awkward or uncomfortable for them.  For example, “I am in love with you. I know you might think this is really weird, but I want to be honest about my feelings for you.” Say you thought for a long time about telling them because you were worried it would ruin your friendship. For example, “I have wanted to tell you for a long time, even before you knew I was gay, but I waited because I didn’t want to drop all these bombshells on you at once. I don’t want to ruin our friendship, but I also decided I wanted to be honest with you.” Express how sharing your feelings makes you feel. You could say, “I am so scared to tell you this because I am scared you don’t feel the same way, and that I am ruining our friendship by sharing this with you.” Your friend might not know what to say. Let them know it’s okay if they don’t want to say anything right now and want to think about it.  You could say, “I’m sure that was really overwhelming to hear. It’s okay if you don’t want to talk about it right now. But I would like to know what you think.” Keep in mind that your friend may...


Decide how you want to test for paternity. Make an appointment with a reputable individual providing the service you want. Pay the required fee. Get your results.

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If you want to establish paternity while the mother is pregnant (prenatal testing), you will be able to choose from a variety of methods. Each method has its benefits and risks, so be sure you choose the method that is right for you. The three most common methods include:   Amniocentesis. This is an invasive paternity test that can be conducted as early as 13 weeks into a pregnancy or as late as 24 weeks. This test is performed by inserting a long, hollow needle into the pregnant woman's uterus where a small amount of amniotic fluid is extracted. The procedure takes about 30 minutes and is considered safe. However, there is a small chance of miscarriage and side effects may include cramping, vaginal bleeding, and amniotic fluid leakage.   Chorionic Villus Sampling. This is another invasive paternity test, less popular than amniocentesis, that can be conducted between week 10 and 13 of pregnancy. This test is performed by taking a sample of cells from the vagina, cervix, or abdominal wall. Some people choose this test over amniocentesis because it can be performed earlier in the pregnancy, which may be important in legal paternity suits. The risk of miscarriage is almost twice as high as that of amniocentesis and the side effects may include vaginal bleeding.   Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity. This method is non-invasive and can be conducted after week 14 of pregnancy. This test is performed by taking a blood sample from the mother and isolating the fetal cells in that blood. While this test is non-invasive, it is relatively new and has its drawbacks. For instance, there is a chance that doctors will not be able to isolate the fetal cells and if the mother has been pregnant before, there is a chance the wrong fetal cells will be isolated. Once you have decided which form of testing is right for you, you should research and test with a reputable laboratory. There are a few good ways to do this.  Talk to your doctor and ask them if they have any recommendations on where to get your prenatal paternity testing...


Decide how you will bind the book. Fold, sew, and trim the book at home. Bind the book. Create a cover. Cover the cardboard in fabric. Assemble the book.

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There are several ways to bind a book. If you send your book off to a professional printing press or an online printing company, the cost of binding the book is typically included. If you have your book printed at a print shop, you may request that the company also bind your book. You may also choose to bind your book at home. Individually fold each page down the center. If you printed more than one section of pages, keep the pages separated by section. Restack the papers in the correct order. Using a sewing machine, sew a straight line down the center fold of each section of papers. Begin sewing 1 to 2 inches away from the paper’s top edge; finish sewing 1 to 2 inches away from the paper’s bottom edge. Don’t trim the loose thread, but leave 3 to 4 inches of loose thread on each end. With a needle, Pull the loose threads to the outside of the book. Repeat this process on each section of papers. Once all batches are sewn, pull all of the loose thread from the inside of the book to the outside of the book with a needle. Trim off any excess paper with a paper cutter. If you have multiple sections, place them in the correct order. Align all of the edges. Using a Workmate, secure the book tightly between two pieces of wood. The sewn edges of the book, the side with the loose strings, should be facing up. Measure and cut a piece of scrap fabric. The fabric must be 2 inches longer than the book’s spine. When placed on the spine, there should be 2 to 4 inches of fabric on each side, or wing of the book. Use a brush to apply a coat of binding glue to the sewn edges of the book and adhere the piece of fabric to the spine. Allow the glue to dry before removing the bound book. Measure the length of your book and the width of the front cover, spine, and back cover of your book. Trace out 4 pieces from cardboard. Piece 1 should be the length and width of the front cover. Piece two should be the length and width of the spine. Piece should be the length and width of the back cover. Piece 4 is the length the book and the...


Decide how you will document your household spending, earnings, and budget. Format the columns of your spreadsheet. Categorize your expenses.

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You can use a simple pen and paper but it is much easier to use a spreadsheet program or a simple accounting program if you have access to one.  You can find sample budget worksheets from Kiplinger here. Calculations in a simple accounting program, such as Quicken, are virtually automated, as they are made for this type of project. This type of program also has additional features that may come in handy for formulating budget, such as savings tools. However, they are not free, so you will need to invest a little bit of money in order to use one of them.  Many spreadsheet programs come with a built-in template for calculating a household budget. They will need to be customized for your specific needs but will be easier than starting from scratch. You can also use electronic budgeting software, such as Mint.com, which will help you keep track of your spending. Work from left to right. Use titles for columns such as "Date of Expense", "Amount of Expense", "Payment Method", and "Fixed/Discretionary".   You need to record in a disciplined way (every day or every week) all of your expenses, as well as your income. Many software programs and apps have mobile apps where you can add your expenses on the go. The Payment Method column will help you to keep track of where records of your expenses can be found. For example, if you pay your electric bills with a credit card every month to earn miles, note that as the payment method in the column. Each entry should go into a category so you can easily see how much you spend on monthly and yearly bills, regular essentials, and discretionary costs. This will help you when you go to input your expenses and when you want to look through them for a specific expenditure. Common categories include: Rent/Mortgage (make sure to include any insurance) Utilities, such as electricity, gas, and water Household Operations, such as lawn or maid service Transportation (car, gas, public transport costs, insurance) Groceries and other food (eating out) Using a software program to do this has...