An effective way to avoid caterpillars is to encourage birds to make their home in your yard. While this may not be an ideal solution for gardeners that want to keep the local avians away from their berry patch, it will certainly work for gardeners with plants that don’t appeal to the bird’s taste buds. To get birds to come to your yard:  Set out a bird feeder with a cone around it to keep out hungry squirrels and a birdbath to encourage the local avian populace to visit. Ducks and chickens also enjoy caterpillars and if one has the space they might add either for both bug control and the tasty eggs. Placing mugwort, sage, thyme, rosemary, and/or peppermint* around affected plants may remedy some caterpillar problems. These strongly scented herbs will help disguise the creature’s favorite foods so that they head elsewhere for dinner. Intercropping, or placing different plants together in one area, is another way to confuse insect predators. There are several organic controls that can be used to get rid of caterpillars. BT, or Bacillus thuringiensis, is an excellent option for keeping pests out of the yard. However, this substance is not always easy to find. To use BT:  “Kurstaki” BT kills most species of caterpillars. Mix it up according to the manufacturer’s instructions and spray the plants thoroughly, covering the tops and bottoms of the leaves as well as the stems. It can be sprayed on flowers and landscape plants every three to five days until the caterpillars are under control. Gardeners who cannot find BT should try Neem based sprays instead. These sprays should only be used as a last resort because a number of beneficial insects may perish along with the caterpillars.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Incentiva a que las aves pasen tiempo en tu jardín. Esconde las plantas usando hierbas con aromas intensos. Usa controladores orgánicos para deshacerte de las orugas de tu jardín.


An embedded game looks like part of your web page, but is still hosted on the original website, not using your bandwidth. If the original website takes down the game, it will disappear from your website as well. Embedding is fairly safe, but malicious content may alter your website appearance, open pop-up windows, or run plugins. Embed content from trustworthy sites only, or learn how to alter the HTML to limit its access. Some game websites display the HTML used to embed the game. This makes it as easy as copy-paste. Here are a few places that let you do this:  Bored.com Fog.com Kongregate.com/games_for_your_site (sponsored games only) If the game you want to embed is not on any of these sites, contact the creators of the game and ask for permission to embed the game. On the web page hosting the game, look for a snippet of HTML code labeled "embed" or "share." Here are specific instructions for the examples above:   Bored.com: Click on a game. Click the "Share" tab underneath the game, then copy the second code snippet, labeled "Embed."  Fog.com: Click on a game. Copy the snippet labeled "Embed this game," underneath the game description.  Kongregate sponsored games: Visit the "games for your site" page. Copy the "Embed" code next to the game you want to host.  Warning — this should be HTML code inside an <iframe>, <embed>, or <object> tag. If the code uses a different tag, it's probably just a link to the website and not the full game. Adding the game to your site is as simple as pasting that embed code. Place it in between the <body> tags of your HTML document, wherever you would like the game to be displayed. Most game websites have a terms of service for other websites embedding their games. If you do not follow the terms of service, the website may remove the game from your site. Here are a few typical requirements:  No changing the appearance or content inside the embedded game's boundaries. No claiming ownership of the game or charging a fee to play it. No hosting the game on a site with illegal or...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comprende los juegos de incrustación. Encuentra el juego que te gustaría tener en tu página web. Copia el código de incrustación. Copia el código en el cuerpo de tu página web. Acepta los términos de servicio.


An escrow account holds money, much like a bank account, except the money is held with an escrow company. The escrow company will only release the money once certain conditions are met. Escrow accounts are most commonly used in real estate transactions. When the conditions for the sale are satisfied, the escrow agent will release the money to the seller. In this way, the escrow agent guarantees the transaction, making sure each side fulfills its obligations. You create an escrow account with an escrow agent. The real estate agent typically names the escrow company you should use in the purchase agreement. Find your purchase agreement and read it to find the name of the escrow company you should use. If you are using an agent to buy or sell a home, then the agent should handle setting up the escrow account. You might be selling your home in a “private sale,” which means you are not using a real estate agent. In this situation, you will need to find an escrow agent. You can find an escrow agent in the following ways:  Ask your bank if they provide an escrow service. Search online for escrow agents. You can type “escrow company” and “your city” into your favorite search engine. You can call the phone number provided. Contact a title insurance agency. Sometimes they will create an escrow account. You will need to provide the escrow company with certain information so that they can open the account. The information might vary slightly from company to company, but you generally will need to provide the following:  seller’s name and address buyer’s name and address purchase price, address, and a description of the property termite report information, such as who will do the inspection financing information rent, if any any personal property involved in the sale amount of deposit to be held in the escrow account Set up a meeting so that you can complete necessary paperwork. Either the purchaser or the seller can open an escrow account, although sellers typically do. You need to take the deposit with you. You will...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Identifica tu necesidad de una cuenta de garantía bloqueada. Lee tu acuerdo de compra. Busca un depositario tú mismo. Reúne la información necesaria. Visita la compañía de depósitos en garantía. Recibe tu número del depósito en garantía.


An excellent blow-dryer and a high-quality round brush are the keys to voluminous hair.  Wrap a towel around your hair and squeeze the excess water from your locks.  Unless you use a microfiber towel, avoid rubbing your wet hair. Doing so with a regular towel leads to frizz and split ends. If you have long, thick hair, apply a tennis ball sized amount of volumizing mousse to roots. If your hair is thinner or shorter, use a smaller handful. Dry your hair on a medium heat until it is slightly damp. Section off the top layer of your hair a secure it with a clip on the crown of your head. Section by section, pull your hair over a round brush and simultaneously run your blow-dryer down the length of your hair. Do not immediately remove the brush once the hair is dry. Allowing it rest while your hair cools will preserve your the shape and volume of your tresses. You can also run your hair dryer over the curls with the setting on cool to preserve the shape. Repeat this process with the top layer of your hair. When curled, pin-straight hair tends to fall flat in a matter of minutes. With patience, time, and attention to detail, you can overcome your hair’s inability to hold a curl. When you intend to curl your hair, do not apply conditioner in the shower. For thicker hair, set your curling iron to 350°.  Apply a coin-sized amount of volumizing mousse to roots of your damp hair. Find one that doubles as a heat protectant. Otherwise, spritz your hair with heat protectant spray before straightening. Blow-dry your hair for additional volume. Divide your hair into 2 to 4 layers. Secure the top layers with clips, leaving the bottom layer down. Take a 1 to 2 inch section of hair and coat it lightly with hairspray. Wrap the section around the barrel, pulling it tight to distribute heat throughout the hair. After five seconds, lift the clip and slide the barrel out without releasing the curl. Use a metal duck clip to secure the curl to your head. Repeat until all of your hair is curled. Once you have curled all of your hair,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Sécate el cabello con el secador para darle más volumen. Dedica un tiempo para rizarte el cabello. Si tienes el cabello fino, coloca el rizador a 150 °C (300 °F). Usa una plancha para lograr una apariencia lustrosa.


An exchange-traded fund (ETF) will track the index of major companies on the S&P 500, which includes companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Google. These index funds are often a good bet because the stability of these companies is firm and you will likely get a good return on your investment. They also require a very low investment minimum to buy in to the fund. Going with this type of index fund will also make it easy for you to make the investment without having to pick and choose individual stocks on your own. Another option is to look into index funds that focus on mid-size companies and indexes. They are less risky than small-cap index funds. However, small-cap index funds can offer a bigger return on investment in the long run, as long as you keep an eye on them. Spread out your investment by putting a larger percentage into mid-size index funds and a smaller percentage into small-cap index funds. You can also invest in index funds as part of a larger investment portfolio that contains mutual funds and other investments. The index funds can be an addition to the portfolio and help to strengthen your investments overall. The mutual fund company or broker you buy the index funds from can tell you about how to add them to your existing portfolio or how to create a portfolio that includes index funds. Look up the returns for the index funds on the quote page for the funds. The quote page for the specific index fund can be found online or through your mutual fund company or broker. Check that the index funds have returns that are higher, on average, than the fees you will be paying. Only invest in index funds where the index is stable and provides a healthy return that covers the cost of the fees for the fund. Avoid index funds that have a history of not performing well or providing a consistent return. Most index funds will require an upfront investment of at least $2,000-$3,000 USD. This is a cover charge that you pay to get the index funds. Once you have paid the investment minimum, you are then cleared to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige un fondo indexado ETF si no tienes mucho capital inicial. Elige fondos indexados de mediana o pequeña capitalización para obtener un buen retorno de la inversión. Obtén fondos indexados como parte de una cartera diversificada si deseas opciones. Verifica que el índice de los fondos coincida o esté cerca de los rendimientos. Asegúrate de que puedes pagar el mínimo de inversión para los fondos indexados.


An experienced attorney can help you win your court case. Additionally, an attorney will be able to help you navigate the unfamiliar and sometimes complex court system.   If you do want to hire an attorney, choose someone who has at least 3 years of experience, possibly more if your issue is extremely complex (for instance, a medical malpractice case). Most attorneys offer free consultations, so you can “interview” as many as you want until you find a good fit. Choose an attorney who has experience and strong knowledge of the law, and who you think that you would get along with and like working with. If the attorney makes you uncomfortable in any way or seems dismissive of your case or your situation, you should choose someone different to represent you. To find an attorney near you, consider talking to friends and family members who have used an attorney before. Find out who they hired, for what type of service, and if they would recommend the attorney. You can also find an attorney by checking online reviews. Many websites offer free reviews of businesses. Some places to look for lawyer reviews include: Find Law, Avvo and Yahoo Local. The law establishes limits on which courts have “jurisdiction” (power) to hear and decide a case. You must file your lawsuit in a court that has jurisdiction over your case.   Generally, you should file a case that deals with a state law in state court. The majority of cases, including personal injury cases, landlord-tenant cases, breach of contract, divorce, and probate matters, a state law claims. There are a few types of cases that should be filed in “federal court” instead of state court. If your case is based on a federal law, you can sue in federal court. A few examples of cases under federal law include suing a police officer under the federal civil rights statute (called a 1983 case) or suing because a government organization has unlawfully discriminated against you. Usually, you should file your state court case in the state where the actions occurred. For example, if...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Contrata a un abogado. Determina si debes presentar tu caso en un tribunal estatal o federal. Determina dónde debes presentar tu caso.


An exponential expression has a base (large number) and exponent (small number). The exponent tells you how many times to multiply the base by itself (23=2×2×2{\displaystyle 2^{3}=2\times 2\times 2}). For example, if your problem is 34+25{\displaystyle 3^{4}+2^{5}}, you would first calculate 34{\displaystyle 3^{4}}:34{\displaystyle 3^{4}}=3×3×3×3{\displaystyle =3\times 3\times 3\times 3}=81{\displaystyle =81} To do this, multiply the base by itself the number of times indicated by the exponent. For example, the problem is now 81+25{\displaystyle 81+2^{5}}, so you need to calculate 25{\displaystyle 2^{5}}:25{\displaystyle 2^{5}}=2×2×2×2×2{\displaystyle =2\times 2\times 2\times 2\times 2}=32{\displaystyle =32} This will give you the sum of the two exponential expressions. For example:34+25{\displaystyle 3^{4}+2^{5}}=(3×3×3×3)+(2×2×2×2×2){\displaystyle =(3\times 3\times 3\times 3)+(2\times 2\times 2\times 2\times 2)}=(81)+(32){\displaystyle =(81)+(32)}=113{\displaystyle =113}

TL;DR in Spanish:

Resuelve la primera expresión exponencial. Resuelve la segunda expresión exponencial. Suma los dos valores.


An extra pair of glasses is handy in case you experience irritation or infection, or are waiting on an updated prescription from your physician for your contacts. Care for your contact lenses and store them according the manufacturer and professional guidelines.   Always handle both glasses and contacts with clean hands. Wear and replace contact lenses according to the schedule provided by your eye care professional. Keep your contact lens case clean and replace it every three months. Remove contact lenses and contact your physician immediately if you experience redness, irritation, pain, sensitivity, blurry vision, eye discharge, or swelling. Wash your hands before applying products to your face and eye area, and keep product containers clean and dry. Throw away products that you use on or near your eyes at least every three months.  If you experience conjunctivitis or “pink eye,” it is especially important to toss makeup and products to prevent re-infection. Nearly 2.4 million eye injuries occur in the United States annually.  Protective eyewear includes safety glasses, goggles, safety shields, and eye guards. Make sure your employer follows safety guidelines and provides protective eyewear if needed. Follow workplace safety compliance and wear eye gear when instructed. The high-energy visible (HEV) light, often called “blue light” emitted by digital screens is the main culprit in damaging eye tissue.  Ensure computer monitors are about an arm’s length away (between 20-26 inches).  Tablets and smartphones should be held at least 16 inches away. To aid in reading small font, increase the text size on the screen rather than holding it closer to your face.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ten a la mano un par de lentes incluso si utilizas lentes de contacto de forma regular. Cuida de tus gafas y lentes de contacto para evitar infecciones. Mantén una buena higiene con productos para el cuidado personal y maquillaje. Usa lentes protectores para evitar lesionarte los ojos mientras practicas deportes o realizas trabajos de jardinería y los quehaceres domésticos. Mantén la pantalla a una buena distancia.


An hour of daily activity will help you become more fit, and cut back on negative effects from a slow-paced lifestyle. You don’t have to visit a gym or take up a sport to be active. Try walking or riding your bike to a friend’s house instead of driving, or visiting a local pool and swimming after school. Increasing your daily activity has various health benefits. One hour of daily activity on most days of the week will reduce stress, gain energy, and reduce risk for certain diseases. Sports and athletic group activities are great ways to increase your daily activity level and boost fitness as a teen. If you enjoy athletic participation, try out for your middle or high school’s intramural teams. Or, find an active after-school club you could join, like a swim team. The activity you choose doesn’t have to be a conventional team sport like football or basketball. If you have an interest, you could try other activities like gymnastics, horseback riding, skateboarding, or karate. These options will help keep you active and can even help you transform your body by providing regular exercise and periods of activity in a fun, social setting. Look into nearby gyms that hold popular types of exercise classes in the afternoon or evening, so you could attend after school. If you’re not interested in more traditional gym or exercise classes, check out other types of physical group activity, including Zumba or Pilates and martial arts. If you live close enough to your school that you can safely walk or bike there in a reasonable about of time (say, under 30 minutes), try to build this into your weekly plans. A 30-minute walk to school will take care of half of your daily activity time, and will help your health by raising your heart rate and working out leg muscles. If you have a part-time job after school or on the weekends, walk or bike to this too. If you have a 15-minute passing period or 45-minute lunch break during your school day, take a quick walk during this time. This will help boost your fitness and activity...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mantente activo como mínimo 1 hora todos los días. Practica un deporte o realiza una actividad después de la hora de salida. Inscríbete en un gimnasio o en una clase de ejercicios. Camina o ve en bicicleta a la escuela. Camina un poco durante los recesos en la escuela. Limita el tiempo que pases frente a la pantalla a 2 horas al día.


An ideal team should consist of a strategist, multiple soldiers, medic, assassin, machine gunner with an ammo carrier, and a sniper. Assign these roles to people based on their weapons. You can have more than one of each, because some battles require more people, and you may need to change out overworked warriors. You can train them yourself to fit your style of fighting, but at least consider their thoughts when they come to you. They may not be happy with their role or guns, so you have to listen to them. Your standard team should consist of as many people you can. This listing is assuming you have around ten people.  Have two-three Infantry. They are the backbone of your team. Their primary weapon should be either the Retaliator CS-12 or the Rapidstrike CS-18. They should preferably have the Strongarm as their sidearm. Have two Snipers. They should be armed with a Retaliator with a Longstrike barrel and a bi-pod and perhaps a scope, and should be sniping from some sort of cover. Have two Scouts. They should be armed with two handguns, preferably Hammershots for dual-wielding purposes. Scouts will go ahead on the battlefield to see what the enemy is doing. You only need one Melee Warrior. They should be armed with the Nerf Warlock (a Battleaxe), the Nerf Marauder (a long sword), or Shadow Fury and Thunder Fury (twin swords). They might have a Firestrike as their sidearm. A tank is good as a a battle opener or backup. You only need one Tank, but they should be equipped with heavy armor and at least three weapons. They will need a backpack or holster to carry it in. Good weapons are the Havok Fire EBF-25, Retaliator CS-12, Rampage CS-25, and/or the Strongarm. The Assassin is the ultimate weapon in terms of hit-and-runs. They are good at stealth, and can spy, or infiltrate the enemy's base to silently take down an enemy warrior. Make plans on how you will attack the enemy. Try to take them off-guard, and use the environment to your advantage. For instance, if you are fighting in a meadow, it would not be a...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Arma un equipo. Asegúrate de que el equipo sea confiable y que cada miembro conozca su rol y en lo que es bueno. Forma una estrategia. Usa a los miembros del equipo con moderación. Usa una estrategia cuando te ataquen. Sé un modelo a seguir para tu equipo. Crea un camuflaje para tu escuadrón, con uniformes y pases de identificación, ¡y también otras cosas! Investiga las tácticas Nerf y conoce cómo funcionan todos tus equipos. Asegúrate de que tus padres o tutores estén al tanto de todo y sepan dónde encontrarte.


An important element of sharing is also asking your contacts to forward on what you've shared. This is how the power of social media manifests its strength and it is important to encourage others to be agents of change with you. For example, you may ask them to "RT" or retweet your messages on Twitter. The ripple effect of sharing, where if everyone has ten contacts, one person will affect ten, ten hundred, hundred thousand, and thousand ten thousand, is the social media guarantee that when a cause or protest takes hold, and all those connected will hear the message and join in.  In return, always do the same for those sharing your message if they're also providing relevant and important information; share their information too. Join with like-minded people and civil society organizations, and share their updates as well as your own. There are many things you can share when the cause or protest takes off but it will depend on what the issue is and whether you're targeting people who are supporting via social media or people who are actively pursuing political change on-the-ground. Some ideas of what you might wish to share include:  Background information as to what the cause is, what you believe needs changing and why Information that people can verify if they ask questions or are asked questions What is going on in your area in terms of government, corporate, institutional, or military action (including photos and video, if you can) Tips on how people can protect themselves against riot control agents, arrest, or against search and seizure, etc.  Emergency numbers for use in case protesters are arrested; bail options and ways people online might be able to help raise bail if relevant Blueprints of where to go and what supplies to take; whether it's a peaceful demonstration or a riotous protest, keeping people in the know is a way of helping them stay safe and informed Messages of support and solidarity to boost protesters' morale Tips for how to bypass government censorship or read between the lines of...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Difunde tu mensaje a tantos de tus contactos de tus medios sociales como sea posible. Conoce la información que puedes compartir.


An important factor in reducing your risk of obesity, cardiovascular disease and type-2 diabetes is getting regular exercise. People who are overweight, diabetic, and/or have heart disease see doctors much more often than those who who do not suffer from these issues —  most visits are obviously required, but some are unnecessary or unneeded. Only 30 minutes of mild-to-moderate cardiovascular exercise on a daily basis is associated with better health and longevity, which translates to fewer doctor visits and less burden on the healthcare system.  Start by walking around your neighborhood (if weather and personal safety permit it), then transition to more difficult terrain, tread mills, and/or cycling. Avoid vigorous exercise to start with, such as long-distance running or swimming, particularly if you have heart disease. Eventually add in some weight training because bigger muscle fibers lead to stronger bones, which reduces your risk of osteoporosis and fractures — common reasons for doctor visits in the elderly. The typical American diet tends to be high in calories, harmful trans fat, refined carbohydrates and sodium. As such, it should be no surprise that obesity rates in the U.S. are at their peak. In fact, about 35% of American adults are currently obese. Obesity dramatically increases your risk of numerous diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, various cancers, arthritis, auto-immune conditions and frequent musculoskeletal complaints. All these problems are expensive because they require lots of doctors visits, treatments and medications. To give you a better idea, the medical costs for Americans who are obese (which includes doctor visits) are about $1,500 higher per year than those of normal weight.  Eat more healthy plant-based monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (found in seeds, nuts, plant oils), while reducing saturated (animal-based) fat and eliminating trans (artificial) fat. Cut down on sodas and energy drinks (loaded with high fructose corn syrup), and consume more purified water and...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ejercítate más. Come bien y mantén un peso saludable. No fumes ni bebas demasiado.


An important rule for the game of telephone, is that you can only say a word or phrase one time.  Repeating the phrase will only help to clarify it, going against the point of the game.  Only allow those playing one chance to whisper the word or phrase on their turn. This will force the players not only to speak clearly, but to also listen carefully. The fun of telephone is to see how much a word changes throughout the game.  Picking a simple or familiar word will make the game too easy, allowing the word to be heard clearly.  Instead, it's a good idea to pick a difficult, long, or unique word to use when playing telephone.  Choosing the word "dog" is probably a poor choice, even for young children. Something like "bayou" might be a better choice. Using the word "misanthropic" could be a challenging choice, and suitable for older children. It's important that no one but the person starting the round of telephone knows the word being used.  If other players know the word, they will be able to repeat it with ease.  Always keep the word a secret to ensure that it ends up being changed by the game's end. Sometimes, the word does not get changed at all by the last person. This means that the players are really good at listening (and honest about not changing the word). You will need to whisper a word or phrase to a person during the game of telephone.  Whispering helps in two ways; keeping the word a secret and making it hard to interpret correctly. Keeping the word quiet can make it more likely that it will end up being misheard and wildly different from the starting phrase.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Di la palabra o frase una sola vez. Elige una palabra o frase única. Dale a conocer la palabra a una sola persona. Siempre debes susurrar.


An improper fraction is a fraction that has a larger numerator than denominator. For example, 104{\displaystyle {\frac {10}{4}}} is an improper fraction, because ten is greater than 4. The denominator is the number below the fraction bar. It tells you how many equal pieces a whole is divided into. For example, in the fraction 104{\displaystyle {\frac {10}{4}}}, 4 is the denominator, and it tells you that a whole is divided into four equal parts, or quarters. The numerator is the number above the fraction bar. It tells you how many pieces you have. For example, in the fraction 104{\displaystyle {\frac {10}{4}}}, 10 is the numerator, and it tells you that you have 10 parts, or 10 quarters. Divide each whole according to the denominator of your fraction. For example, if your denominator is 4, then divide each circle you draw into 4 equal pieces, or quarters. The number in the numerator tells you how many pieces you should shade in. For example, if your fraction is 104{\displaystyle {\frac {10}{4}}}, you will shade in 10 quarters. To simplify an improper fraction, you must turn it into a mixed number, which includes a whole number and a fraction together. The number of whole circles you shaded in represents the whole number of your mixed fraction. Write this number down. For example, for the fraction 104{\displaystyle {\frac {10}{4}}}, you should have shaded in 2 whole circles, so the whole number of your mixed number will be 2. The leftover shaded parts will represent the fraction in your mixed number. Write this fraction next to your whole number, and you have your mixed number. For the fraction 104{\displaystyle {\frac {10}{4}}}, you should have shaded in 24{\displaystyle {\frac {2}{4}}} of a circle, so the fraction part of your mixed number will be 24{\displaystyle {\frac {2}{4}}}. So 104{\displaystyle {\frac {10}{4}}} is equal to 224{\displaystyle 2{\frac {2}{4}}}. Sometimes the fraction of your mixed number will need to be reduced before you reach your final, simplified answer. For example, if your mixed...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina si tu fracción es impropia. Interpreta el denominador. Interpreta el numerador. Dibuja círculos para representar el entero. Sombrea piezas según tu numerador. Cuenta cuántos círculos enteros sombreaste. Cuenta cuántas partes de un entero sombreaste. Simplifica tu respuesta si es necesario.


An incompetent cervix can also be referred to as a cervical insufficiency. This means that your cervix is found to have shortened, funneled, or dilated during your second trimester of your pregnancy. If the shape of the cervix changes, it creates a potential for miscarriage or preterm birth. Your cervix can change for many reasons, including (among other reasons):  A history of cervical surgery and trauma, such as LEEPs, cervical cones, dilation of the cervix for pregnancy terminations, or D&C. A history of cervical lacerations with vaginal delivery. Congenital defects (anatomical anomalies). Cervical insufficiency often has no symptoms. The diagnosis must be made using a history of previous painless cervical dilations after the first trimester. During these procedures, you cannot have an infection, bleeding, or broken water.  If you do experience symptoms, then some of your symptoms might include::  Abdominal cramping and lower back pain. You may experience mild cramps, often resembling menstrual cramps in the nature of the pain. Vaginal discharge. You may notice a change in the volume, color, and/or consistency of your vaginal discharge. Vaginal bleeding, although this is less common. Note that many cases are entirely asymptomatic. Therefore, if you have a history of the condition or of previous preterm births, or other risk factors for incompetent cervix, it is best to check in with your doctor on a regular basis. If you do have symptoms, they will most often present between 14 to 20 weeks gestation. Physical examination by a medical specialist (usually a gynecologist) is key to assessing the condition of your cervix. Things your doctor will look for include:  Signs of "cervical effacement," which is when the cervix thins and stretches in preparation for birth.  Signs of "cervical dilatation," which is when the opening of the cervix begins to widen in preparation for birth.  The doctor may also do "provocative maneuvers," pushing on your uterus or asking you to do certain maneuvers that increase the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Debes saber lo que es la incompetencia cervical. Ten en cuenta que por lo general no muestra síntomas. Saca una cita con el doctor para que te examine. Sométete a un ultrasonido trasvaginal. Conversa sobre el cerclaje con tu doctor. Conversa con tu doctor sobre otras opciones de tratamiento preventivo.


An inexpensive and less complicated way to build your own tumbling composter is by creating an “on the ground” tumbling composter, which is simply a container outfitted to hold compost that you “turn” by simply rolling the container across the ground.  Purchase or obtain a large cylindrical container with a lid that fits tight.  A garbage can works best, and is likely the easiest to find.  Select either a plastic or metal garbage can that will hold at least 30 gallons; large containers used for composting hold 55 gallons.  Wash the garbage can or container thoroughly if it has been used.  Additional materials you’ll need include:  Two 48" lengths of 1/2" metal/aluminum pipe One 36" length of 1/4" steel threaded rod (zinc plated) Four 2" long 1/4" bolts Eight 1/4" nuts A 1/4" metal drill bit A 7/8" drill bit Drill Hacksaw Measuring tape Ear and eye protection 2 elastic bungee cords that are the same length as the can's diameter (optional) The holes you’ll drill into the lid need to be 4” from the outer edge of the lid and directly across from each other, or specifically 180 degrees apart.  The holes at the bottom of the container need to be 2” from the edge.  You’ll need to place the holes at the bottom in a sunken part of the container’s base because you’ll be sticking metal or aluminum pipes through these holes and you want your tumbling composter to be able to stand upright once assembled. Drill several holes, about 15-20, into the top and bottom and along the sides of the container using your drill and a 1/4” drill bit.  Space the holes evenly.  The holes will allow oxygen to flow freely throughout your tumbling composter. Make sure to place them as close to the end of pipes as possible.  Doing so will enable your tumbling composter to stand up properly. Once the pipes and connected rod are placed inside the container, the rod will need to rest in the middle of the container.  Therefore, your two additional holes must measure at half the height of your container.  Measure the height of your container and...

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Reúne los materiales necesarios para construir un depósito de composta giratorio en el suelo. Haz dos agujeros en la tapa y la base del contenedor con la ayuda de la broca de 22 mm (7/8 de pulgada). Crea agujeros de aireación en todo el contenedor. Utiliza una broca para metal de 6,5 mm (1/4 de pulgada) para hacer dos agujeros directamente a través de ambos tubos de metal o aluminio. Haz dos agujeros adicionales en cada tubo y luego pasa la varilla a través de ellos. Fija la estructura compuesta por el tubo y la varilla en el contenedor. Llena el depósito de composta giratorio con ingredientes de compostaje y asegura la tapa. Prueba la seguridad de la tapa al hacer rodar el depósito de composta por el suelo.


An infected tooth can cause mild to severe pain in that area, depending on how infected the tooth is. The pain is generally continuous and sharp. Some dentists describe it as a shooting, throbbing, or gnawing type of pain. This pain will radiate upwards and downwards along the side of your face to places like your ear, jaw or head.  Your dentist will tap your teeth with a dental probe. If you have an abscess, you will feel pain when the infected tooth is tapped — what the Merck Manual describes as “exquisite” sensitivity. — or when you bite down. Keep in mind that if your infection is severe, you will most likely be unable to pinpoint the exact tooth causing the pain because the whole area around the tooth will also feel painful. Your dentist will need to take x-rays to identify which tooth is infected. If the infection destroys the pulp at the root of the tooth — the "heart" of the tooth — the pain may stop because your tooth has died; however, this does not mean that the infection will stop. It will continue to spread and destroy other tissue and bone. Some amount of sensitivity to hot and cold is normal in teeth. This is caused by small holes in the enamel called “caries” and often doesn’t require special treatment; however, an infected tooth becomes very sensitive to hot and cold substances. For instance, you will most likely experience severe pain if you eat a hot bowl of soup — a shooting pain that lingers after you have stopped eating.  Aside from hot and cold, you might also experience pain when you eat sweet products, as the sugar can irritate the infected tooth and create pain.  All of these repeated sensations may affect the pulp and inflame the entire system of vessels and nerves. In most cases this damage is irreversible and you will need to have a root canal. Chewing may also be painful when you have an abscessed tooth, particularly with solid foods. Biting or chewing applies pressure to your tooth and jaw and can cause pain. This pain may linger even after you stop eating.  Keep in mind that...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Monitorea cualquier dolor que sientas en un diente o una muela. Vigila la sensibilidad dental. Detecta si sientes dolor cuando comes.


An infusion of moisture is a great way to put new leather through its paces. Run a cool stream straight from the tap, or, better yet, pour in a bottle of purified drinking water. Make sure you screw the top on tight to avoid any unfortunate mishaps.  If possible, use distilled water. There will be less chance of the unsightly spotting and mineral buildup that often comes with hard water. Assuming you can’t get your hands on a spray bottle, you can also wipe down the leather with a damp cloth. This method won't be very useful on waterproofed leather, which will just cause the water to roll right off. Mist the item from top to bottom until the water just begins to bead up. As it sits, the moisture will seep into the leather, breaking down the stiff grain ever-so-slightly. During this time, you can slip into the item (if it’s something wearable) and move around a bit to stretch it out and help it conform to your body  Alternatively, consider stepping outside for a few moments during a light drizzle. Just be careful not to stay out so long that the leather becomes sopping wet.  Too much water is not good for leather, but a little bit can have a gentle weathering effect without causing any serious damage. Take a clean microfiber towel and give the leather a thorough pat down. Once this is done, leave the item in a cool, dry place and let it finish air drying naturally. The remaining moisture will escape via evaporation.  It’s important not to leave behind any standing water. Oversaturation can eventually produce cracking and fading and cause leather to take on a dull, coarse appearance. Don’t forget to dry off all metal components to keep them from rusting. A protective coat will restore vital moisture to the leather and keep it from becoming dry and brittle. This step will be especially important after subjecting tanned fabrics to other substances like water that can create wear.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Llena una botella rociadora con agua. Rocía toda la superficie del cuero. Elimina el exceso de agua. Prosigue con un acondicionador de buena calidad.


An instant thermometer isn’t meant to be left in the cut of meat as it cooks. Instead, you will need to periodically insert the thermometer probe into the pork to check its internal temperature.  Unlike a continuous read thermometer, an instant thermometer must be inserted and removed each time you check. Do not use an instant surface thermometer, as it won’t tell you internal cooking temperatures. If you’re using a recipe, it may offer guidance as to how long the pork needs to cook, but you should not rely on the timeframe provided. Check the pork periodically and continue cooking it until it hits a minimum of 140 °F (60 °C), or 160 °F (71 °C) for ground pork. Remember, the pork will continue to cook after you remove it from the heat source. Once the pork is about 5 °F (−15 °C) below the preferred internal temperature, remove it from the heat source and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. Remember, the internal temperature must reach at least 145 °F (63 °C), so keep an eye on it to ensure it does.  An internal temperature of 145 °F (63 °C) would be considered “rare,” so you may choose to cook it longer. A temperature of 160 °F (71 °C) is usually considered well done. You don’t need to let ground pork sit after it’s done cooking.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Cocina el cerdo con el termómetro a la mano. Coloca el cerdo nuevamente en el horno hasta que alcance al menos 60 °C (140 °F). Retira el cerdo del horno y deja que repose.


An instant-read thermometer works best for checking the salmon’s temperature. Make sure to stick the test end in the thickest part of the fish, though, because that area will take the longest time to cook. You can purchase an instant-read thermometer at most home goods and cooking supply stores. If the temperature is below 110°F (43°C), the salmon is essentially raw. At 110°F to 125°F (43°C to 52°C ), the fish is medium-rare. Between 125°F and 140°F, it’s medium to well-done. You don’t want it to reach above 140°F (60°C), though, because it will be dried out and tough. When you’ve reached your desired doneness, take the fish off the stove, grill, or out of the oven. Allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes to finish cooking, and serve.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Introduce un termómetro en la parte más gruesa del salmón. Verifica que la temperatura sea de al menos 43 °C (110 °F) pero menor a 60 °C (140 °F). Quita el salmón del calor y déjalo reposar varios minutos.


An instructor can help you learn different voice patterns, modulation, and voice throwing techniques that are commonly used in opera. Look up “opera instructors near me” on the web to find a teacher in your area. Many larger cities have opera organizations that offer group voice classes or private lessons for a monthly fee. Reach out to your local church choir, singing club at school, or other community singing group. Any opportunity to sing will improve your confidence and your singing skills. A few useful websites to search local singing opportunities include Choralnet at https://www.choralnet.org/ and the Contemporary A Capella Society of America at http://www.casa.org/. These websites allow you to search your zip code to find singing opportunities in your area. To get the full opera experience, you should go to live shows in addition to watching videos and listening to recordings of opera. Being in an opera house during a performance will give you an idea of just how skilled a professional opera singer is. Look up “operas near me” to find live operas in your area. Keep in mind that opera singers usually do not use microphones. So, when you are seeing a performer, they are making their voice carry throughout the theater themselves. When you feel ready to sing opera professionally, put yourself out there by auditioning. Websites like YAP Tracker and Playbill.com have audition sections for upcoming live operas. You can also search "opera casting calls near me" on the Internet to find auditions for local live operas. Visit https://www.yaptracker.com/ to access opera audition postings or http://www.playbill.com/job/listing to see multiple Broadway job postings and auditions.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Entrena con un instructor profesional. Únete a un grupo de canto local. Asiste a presentaciones de ópera en vivo. Haz una audición para actuar en vivo en óperas locales.


An insufficiency can produce symptoms within two weeks. Common symptoms include:   poor appetite and weight loss bleeding gums and pain the teeth stiff joints nasal discharge rough texture to the hair difficulty avoiding infections or healing from wounds If you believe that your guinea pig isn’t getting enough Vitamin C, or if your guinea pig is showing symptoms of a vitamin deficiency, make an appointment with your vet. They will be able to assess your guinea pig. Always consult a vet if you think your guinea pig is pregnant. Guinea pigs often have difficult births, so medical supervision of the pregnancy is vital. When your guinea pig isn’t feeling well, even from Vitamin C deficiency, it may be reluctant to eat supplements or Vitamin C-rich treats. In this case, ensure that it’s getting enough Vitamin C by administering liquid Vitamin C in the mouth using a syringe or dropper. You will need to administer an increased dose of Vitamin C for 1-2 weeks if your guinea pig is recovering from a deficiency. Your vet will be able to specify a dose.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reconoce si una cobaya sufre de deficiencia de vitamina C. Consulta con tu veterinario. Usa un gotero o una jeringa para darle vitamina C a una cobaya enferma.


An interval is described by its quality and degree. The degree of an interval can range from one to seven. These numbers refer to the seven notes that are in a major or minor scale. The quality of an interval can be “major,” “minor,” or “perfect.” There are 13 main types of intervals.  For example, an interval may be “minor third” or “perfect fifth.” Major intervals usually sound more upbeat compared to minor intervals. Identify songs that you already know that start with an interval that you want to learn. The interval should be the first two notes of the melody.  When you hear the melody, you are teaching your brain to recognize the interval.  There are online tools (EarMaster.com, VCU Music Theory, AudioJungle.net, and HornInsights.com) to help you find reference songs that you know.  Trainear.com is a free tool that allows you to practice and test your skills. Apple has also developed an app called Interval Recognition that you can practice and test yourself with. This is a good method if you are new to relative pitch training. "She Will Be Loved" by Maroon 5 can be used for minor 2nd. "Poker Face" by Lady Gaga can be used for minor 3rd. "Rolling in the Deep" by Adele can be used for perfect 4th. The Star Wars theme song can be used for perfect 5th. Solfege is a system used to sing notes. The solfege note names are “do,” “re,” “me,” “fa,” “so,” “la, “ and “ti.” Learn which pairs of solfa syllables correspond with each interval. The syllables allow to associate singable words for different notes. This gives your brain a context for understanding intervals.  For example, “do-re” is “major second, :” and “do-le/si” is “minor sixth.”  This method is difficult if you are not already familiar with solfege. If you are already familiar with solfege, this method will come naturally to you. In this approach, you will not use solfege or reference songs. You simply listen to different intervals until you can recognize them and compare intervals to see if you can recognize the differences. You will do this repeatedly...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Conoce el nombre de los intervalos. Utiliza canciones de referencia. Practica el solfeo. Prueba el método Nike. Enfócate en los intervalos más importantes.


An interview is an opportunity for you to find out information about the position and the company that you can't get elsewhere. Coming prepared with a good list of questions shows the interviewer that you're interested in learning more about the position and that you are serious about the job. It also shows you're not afraid to ask questions and willing to do some legwork of your own to get answers.  What kinds of benefits do they offer? What's the dress code? What are they looking for from the person to fill the position? An interview is essentially a conversation, and you will likely need to adapt some of what you have previously rehearsed to fit properly. Carefully listen to their questions and the answers to any questions you pose so that you can use that information to your advantage.  Anxious people often feel the urge to fill silences or to talk too much; try to keep your talking points filtered down to one idea if possible to avoid rambling and to allow the interviewer plenty of speaking time. Try finding out what an employer is looking for and needs and trying to sell yourself as being a fit; "I'm so glad you're looking for an employee that is happy doing filing work and working independently. At my last job, I had a large project that involved completely reorganizing the office's filing. In addition to self-starting and managing my time and prioritization with other projects, I also regularly would ask what else I could do once I completed my tasks." Words like "uhm," "ah" and "well" are what we call filler words. They don't add anything to a conversation or mean anything, they exist solely to give us more time to think. This can show hesitancy or nervousness. This is why it's important that you practice what you will say on an interview first as much as possible. Interviews are about selling yourself, not who you would like to be. Usually as part of the hiring process you have to sign a document that states you haven't lied on your application and that you can be fired if it is discovered you...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elabora buenas preguntas. Practica la escucha activa. Evita las palabras de relleno. No mientas. Convierte lo negativo en positivo.


An introvert is much more likely to respond to your advances if you are not surrounded by your friends. If they are an acquaintance of yours already, ask them to go on a walk, or accompany them on an errand—these types of innocent activities won’t seem too pushy, and will give you time to display your interest in a more intimate setting. If you don’t know them very well, try to approach them when they are by themselves, and seem relaxed. Introverts don’t often offer personal information without prompting. Try bringing up a subject that you think they are interested in, or that you really care about. Ask them a few leading questions and chances are good that they’ll open up when given such a direct opportunity to do so. If you aren’t able to draw them out of their shell right away, don’t worry. It takes time and perseverance to date an introvert. Try again another day, with a different subject. Oftentimes, introverts won’t make the first move because they will be busy over-thinking the situation, or weighing-in other factors. You, however, can make your interest and intentions crystal clear by using the right body language.  Maintain eye contact for slightly longer than you would normally, or try catching their eye in a group conversation when neither of you is speaking. This demonstrates that you are not simply making small talk, and that you intend to pay attention to them specifically. Briefly touch their upper arm or knee while you are in one-on-one conversations. This will show that you are totally engaged in what they have to say and are aware of their physical presence. Graze their shoulder or upper back with your hand when you approach them in a crowded place. This will ground them in an otherwise chaotic environment, and show that your focus is  trained on them. An introvert will respond to your advances a lot faster if you have something in common to discuss. This is because you can jump straight to the heart of the matter (their preferred mode of communication), rather than slogging through...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aíslate de los grupos grandes. Pídele su opinión. Muestra tu interés romántico con el lenguaje corporal. Inicia una conversación sobre un tema que tengan en común.


An investment advisor has two basic choices in structuring a fund: you can either run your hedge fund as a sole proprietor, or you can create a corporation to partner with you and limit your own liability. It's a common practice to seek protection from liability by creating a corporation to act as the general partner of your fund entity. This partner will be your investment advisory company.   Remember that with a limited partnership, the general partner is completely responsible for all the firms debts and obligations. So, if you incorporate your general partner, your personal assets are protected in the case of a lawsuit or in the case of debts. This is because a corporation is a separate legal entity.  Fill out the articles of incorporation in your state. Always consult your lawyer before incorporating, they can guide you effectively through the process. Your firm will need to compile an in-house rulebook to move forward with incorporation and register with the SEC and the regulatory bodies in your state. The bylaws are yours to choose but might commonly include:  A compliance manual An ethical code of conduct A manual for supervisory procedures An advisor's portfolio-management agreement Do this on the website of the Investment Advisor Registration Depository to make the partnership legal. The process is free but will take several hours to complete. You may want to speak to your legal team before moving forward with the process of registry. This process is necessary to make your company able to manage assets and provide financial advice. After your fund is legally a Registered Investment Advisor, you must register yourself as the investment advisor for your fund.  You can register yourself as the investment advisor for the fund by going to the same website you went to when you registered your company as the Registered Investment Advisor. To complete the process, you'll need to submit a Form U-4 and pay the fee to the IARD. The fee is about $30 This establishes you a representative of your company. Hedge...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Crea una corporación. Redacta los estatutos corporativos. Registra la empresa como asesor de inversiones registrado. Regístrate como representante de asesoramiento de inversiones. Registra el fondo ante la Comisión de Valores y Bolsa.


An ironing board or tabletop covered with a towel would work.  Be sure the surface that you are using is not sensitive to heat. Heating the garment beyond recommended settings may cause damage to the material.  Some materials, such as polyester, may actually melt if overheated. After you have removed the transfer and residue, launder the garment as you normally do.  Be sure to do this if you used any kind of chemical to remove leftover residue, as chemicals may irritate or harm your skin.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca la prenda sobre una superficie plana. Revisa las instrucciones de cuidado de la prenda. Lava la prenda como de costumbre.


An itchy scalp is the most common symptom of lice infestation. However, other conditions, including dandruff and scalp eczema, can cause also itchy scalp. Itchy scalps can also be a sign of an allergic reaction to hair care products such as shampoo, too.  Some people who have head lice may not experience itching right away. It can take up to six weeks after infestation for the scalp to begin feeling itchy.  Some people may also feel a “tickling” sensation on their scalp or head, as though something is moving or crawling. White flakes may be caused by dandruff or scalp eczema. They may also be caused by an allergic reaction to shampoos and other hair care products. However, these “flakes” may actually be lice eggs (nits).  Dandruff commonly occurs throughout the hair. Lice eggs commonly occur closer to the scalp and are not as widespread as dandruff flakes. If you cannot easily brush or shake the flakes off the hair or scalp, they may be lice eggs. Lice may find their way into your home on clothes or bedding. They cannot fly, but they can jump great distances. You may see small bugs that look like light-brown sesame seeds on clothing, bedding, skin, or hair.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Verifica si tienes picazón en el cuero cabelludo. Verifica si tienes copos blancos sobre el cuero cabelludo o entre el cabello. Examina tu ropa para detectar piojos.


An obsessive ex may try to initiate contact with you, such as calling or texting you, sending you gifts, etc. If you reciprocate the contact, even to say “leave me alone,” the ex may interpret it as a sign that you are still interested. The best technique for dealing with an obsessive ex is to avoid all contact.  It is best to leave calls, texts, emails, etc. unanswered. Just ignore or delete them. If your ex sends you gifts or other items, do not acknowledge or return them. Just toss them out. Because they create large networks of contacts, social media can make it difficult to deal with an obsessed ex. Your ex might try to contact you via your social media profiles, or through any mutual friends’. The best thing you can do is remove your ex from your social media contact lists: you don’t want him/her to be in touch with you, and you won’t want to see your ex's social media content. Avoiding physical contact can be an effective way of dealing with an obsessive ex. If he or she does not have the chance to see you, the obsession will hopefully come to an end. This may mean that you have to change your behavior patterns or the places you frequent. For instance, if you think you will run into your ex at a particular coffee shop you frequent, you may want to find a different one to visit. This can be frustrating, but on the plus side, you get to explore some new places and get a fresh start.

TL;DR in Spanish:

No te comuniques con tu ex. Elimina a tu ex de tus listas de contactos y de amigos en las redes sociales. Mantente alejado de tu ex.


An oil drum will work well for this purpose. Be sure to use a metal-cutting blade; when you’re done, the half-drum should look like a cradle. You only need half of the drum to make the oven. You can discard the other half. Put some degreasing soap onto a scrub brush. Thoroughly scrub the inside of the half-drum with degreasing soap and water. Pay extra attention to the corners and crevices, where grease can accumulate. The long side should be as long as the long side of the drum. The other should equal the curved width of the interior of the drum. You can measure the curved interior with a flexible measuring tape, and then mark it out on the sheet metal.  Use tin snips to cut sheet metal. Always wear safety goggles and protective gloves when cutting sheet metal. For the large rectangle: one side be as long as the long side of the drum, the other should equal the curved length of the interior. You can measure this with a flexible measuring tape. Cut a string the length of the radius of the end of the drum. Tie a marker to the end of the string. Hold the string onto the sheet metal, and swivel the marker around to draw a circle. Cut out the circle and cut it in half. Cut using tin snips, wearing safety goggles and protective gloves. Drill holes through both the sheet metal and the drum with a ⅛ inch (.32 cm) drill bit, then apply ⅛ inch (.32 cm) pop rivets with a rivet gun. Slide the rivet into the nozzle of the rivet gun. Place the rivet into the hole you have drilled and squeeze the trigger of the rivet gun. This will maximize the amount of heat inside the oven. You can buy reflective paint at a hardware store or online. Make sure that you wear gloves and non-fancy clothes when you’re painting, and that you paint in a well-ventilated place, preferably outside. This will hold the glass top, which you will slide in and out through the open side. The easiest way to create a lip is with six pieces of metal flashing:  Make a flashing “sandwich” by putting on two layers of flashing so that the glass can slide...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Corta un tambor metálico grande a la mitad en sentido vertical usando una sierra de calar. Limpia el interior de la mitad del tambor usando un jabón desengrasante. Corta un rectángulo grande en una lámina de metal para que encaje en el interior curvado del tambor. Corta dos semicírculos que quepan dentro de los extremos del tambor. Une la lámina de metal al interior del tambor. Pinta el interior del horno con pintura reflectante clasificada para barbacoas. Crea una lengüeta metálica con tapajuntas alrededor de los tres bordes superiores del horno. Dale la vuelta a la mitad del tambor y aplícale aislamiento en aerosol a la parte exterior. Une una base al fondo del horno para evitar que se vuelque. Perfora agujeros de drenaje en el fondo del horno. Introduce una lámina de vidrio templado de tamaño personalizado en la lengüeta de metal. Introduce un termómetro en el horno, si lo deseas. Coloca rejillas de aluminio en el fondo del horno. Cocina tu alimento un día soleado.


An oil press can be a bit pricier than a blender, but it can blend your almonds extra thoroughly if you're willing to splurge a bit. You should mount the press on a table or another sturdy surface. Simply turn the crank nice and slow to start to get the roasted almonds to produce oil. Unlike in a blender, you won't have to worry about the oil creating build-up on the sides of the device. Simply place a cup below the almonds and wait for the oil to be released into the cup. It'll be easier to crank the press the longer you do it. You can use the oil right away and won't need to wait a few weeks from the oil to separate from the nuts as you would when using a blender. However, the oil may look a bit cloudy, but that doesn't mean it will be less effective. If you'd like your oil to be more clear, just place it in a container and leave it out for a day for the particles to settle to the bottom of it.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca las almendras en la parte superior de la almazara. Empieza a girar la manija. Usa un recipiente para recoger el aceite. Usa el aceite.


An oil rig is a place where you really can work hard to get ahead. Most crane operators, shift supervisors and other skilled workers started out in entry-level positions. They set themselves apart by pursuing advanced oil rig training and accepting additional assignments. If you have previous experience, advanced qualifications or training, etc., you may be able to apply for non-entry level positions. If working on an oil rig is a long-term goal of yours or if you want to begin working at the highest level possible, it might be a good idea for you to pursue training options and certifications before you apply so that you are more qualified for non-entry level positions. There are a variety of jobs available for employment on oil rigs. Think about what kind of work you enjoy doing and what job might best fit with these ideas. If you enjoy cooking more than manual labor, consider applying to be a chef for the oil rig crew. If you want to learn a specific trade (like welding), you might want to apply to be a helper or apprentice to a welder or other specialist on the oil rig. There are many jobs available for inexperienced workers to begin their careers.   Roughneck: Roughnecks are general laborers who usually work on the rig deck. They move equipment and supplies, and also are responsible for cleaning equipment and work areas.   Roustabout: These workers are involved in drilling operations. They often move sections of drill pipe and clean spill. Roustabouts aspire to one day become the tool pusher, the senior supervisor on a rig.   Helper: Helpers assist skilled personnel, serving as apprentices for rig electricians, lead welders, and heavy-equipment operators.   Painter: Offshore oil rigs, in particular, must be painted constantly to protect the structure from the corrosive effects of saltwater. This is a hazardous duty, as painters often must be suspended in harnesses to reach remote areas of the platform.  Motorman: Motormen maintain and repair all rig machinery, including generators and deck equipment.   ...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Considera tus calificaciones. Sopesa tus capacidades y preferencias personales. Elige un puesto para principiantes que mejor se adecúe a ti, de ser necesario.


An old t-shirt is the best option for this method, as other shirts might have wider necklines that won't lend as well to making a tank.  The way this method differs from Method 1 is that in the first method, the shirt still came out to the edge of your shoulder and simply had the sleeves removed. In this method, we are removing both the sleeves and the neckline to make a tank. Men's style t-shirts are a good option, because they tend to be looser-fitting than women's t-shirts. It is important that the surface is flat so that you cut the shirt evenly. Be sure to stick close to the seam, because this creates a wider neck opening than it seems.  Stay within ¼ inch of the seam. The cut doesn't have to be perfectly “straight,” especially if you're going for more of a grunge look. This means that the cut doesn't have to maintain the exact same distance from the seam all the way around the neckline. Pull the shirt tight while you cut to avoid bunching and to make cutting easier. Unlike with the neckline cut, you will not follow the curve of the sleeve for this cut.  Start at the armpit and cut with a slight curve up toward the middle of the distance between the neck and the sleeve. You want to leave a good width for the strap of the tank, which should be about an inch-and-a-half or more. Pull the sleeves tight while you cut to avoid bunching and to make the cutting easier. A double-turn hem is a simple and quick way to seal these new edges.  Fold your new edge to the inside of the shirt ¼ inch and press. Then, fold it in again another ¼ inch and press again. Use your sewing machine and its presser foot, also known as a rolled hem foot, to sew the folds down for the hem.  Repeat on all edges, including both new armholes and the neckline. Hemming is not necessary if you want your tank to have a grunge look.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escoge la camiseta que te gustaría convertir en una camiseta ajustada y sin mangas. Extiende la camiseta sobre una superficie plana. Corta el cuello de la camiseta justo debajo de la costura. Recorta las mangas comenzando por la axila. Haz un dobladillo en los bordes nuevos de la camiseta ajustada sin mangas para evitar que se deshilachen.


An older child or a child who has had previous asthma attacks may be able to feel an attack coming on. If a child tells you directly that she “can’t breathe” or is having trouble breathing, don't ignore it! During milder phases of an asthma attack, the child may wheeze, although in the severe stages this may or may not be present. A child having an asthma attack may also report chest pain or a tight feeling in the chest. Chest pain is common during asthma attacks because as air gets trapped in narrowed airways, the pressure in the chest can rise.  Because the airway is constricted, you might also notice decreased breath sounds. A young child or one who's never had an attack before may not know how to describe or report shortness of breath or chest pain. Instead, she might panic and describe symptoms vaguely: "I feel strange" or "sick." Watch asthmatic children closely for observable clues of an attack, like shallow breathing or wheezing. Don't assume that a child is not having an asthma attack just because she doesn't report breathing trouble or chest pain. Most children with asthma begin showing signs by the age of 5, when they will start reacting poorly to their asthma triggers.An asthma trigger is anything that can cause symptoms to flare up. Triggers can vary from child to child, so be aware of the things that can cause an attack for your child, especially when you suspect one coming on. Some triggers (like dust mites and pet fur) can be eliminated, but others (like air pollution) have to be monitored as best as possible. Common triggers include:  Pet fur: either vacuum or damp-mop regularly to remove fur from your home. Dust mites: use mattress and pillow covers to protect the child from dust mites, wash bedding often, avoid putting stuffed animals in your child's room, and avoid pillows or quilts that use down feathers. Cockroaches: cockroaches and their droppings are a common asthma trigger. To discourage cockroaches in your home, don't leave food or water out. Sweep up all crumbs and food particles...

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Presta atención a cualquier mención de problemas respiratorios. Toma en serio las quejas de dolor en el pecho. Reconoce las limitaciones de los niños. Sé consciente de los factores desencadenantes en el ambiente. Observa el comportamiento del niño. Trata las infecciones respiratorias de manera apropiada.


An online alternative to magazine searches is the use of IMDB and their subscription service IMDBpro which lists the agents of many actors, providing you with information to help you direct your letters to the right agent. Although sending autograph requests to agents and firms come at a 50-60% response rate, sending your letter to those places prove no good if the celebrity is no longer with the agent or agency. There are a handful of other websites that help you keep your celebrity addresses current.  As previously mentioned, The Internet Movie Database is a great credible resource for information on people working in television and film. Find your celebrity by searching their name in the search engine provided. Other sites like FanMail.biz and Celebrity Fans are other free online resources that offer some success with locating celebrity address information. On FanMail.biz, read the forums to check out the success and failure rates other fans have had with writing to celebrities for autographs. Athletes can be reached by contacting them directly through the team they play for. Send the letter at the player’s attention, c/o the team they play for underneath, and include the name of the stadium, and the address on the recipient portion of the envelope.  Look at the official websites for the leagues to get a rundown of the teams and the official venues they call home. For example, for a roundup of baseball teams in the league, find it here: http://mlb.mlb.com/team/  Spring training facilities, TV studios, and minor league affiliates might be an effective way to get a reply to sent autograph requests as well. Celebrities are very busy people with hectic and demanding schedules. Have patience for the length of time it takes to hear back from an autograph request you’ve sent. Sometimes it takes weeks, sometimes it takes months. It can even take up to a year to hear back from a celebrity, so be patient.

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Busca direcciones de celebridades al encontrar a sus agentes en internet. Ubica las direcciones de las celebridades en otras partes de la web. Envía peticiones de autógrafos directamente a los estadios sede. Espera la respuesta.


An online camera shop will sell a C4-1 three chemical powder kit called a "press kit." Then, your containers for mixing the chemicals need to be airtight. To ensure the containers are airtight, buy three chemical containers or 3 one-gallon glass jugs. Label them “Developer,” “Blix,” and “Stabilizer.” This is so you do not confuse the chemicals and accidentally mix them together. Get a plastic measuring pitcher and fill it with clean tap water at 110 degrees Fahrenheit or 43.5 degrees Celsius. Use a thermometer to check the temperature of the water. Fill the pitcher up to 800ml. Open the contents of the Developer pouch and pour it into pitcher. Mix well. Then add more water to make it a 1000ml solution. Once the contents have dissolved, transfer the them to your chemical container or gallon jug with a regular kitchen funnel.  The water that you add in after the mixing the Developer needs to be 110 degrees Fahrenheit or 43.5 degrees Celsius as well. Be especially cautious with the Developer; it must not get contaminated with the Blix because it has bleach in it. It is best practice to wear gloves and safety goggles when handling chemicals. Like the Developer, fill your plastic mixing pitcher with clean tap water, at 110 degrees Fahrenheit or 43.5 degrees Celsius, up to the 800ml mark. Open the Blix pouch and pour the contents into the pitcher. Mix well. Add more water to make it a 1000ml solution.  When you are sure it is mixed well (all the powder has dissolved), transfer the Blix into the chemical container or jug labeled “Blix.” Because the Blix has a strong chemical smell that can make you lightheaded when inhaled directly, make sure your space has proper ventilation. Unlike the Developer and the Blix, the water for the stabilizer only needs to be room temperature (70 degrees Fahrenheit). Fill your plastic measuring pitcher with room temperature water up to the 900ml mark. Mix in the Stabilizer contents thoroughly. Once your contents are mixed well, add more water to make it a 1000ml solution. Again, pour...

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Compra los químicos y recipientes. Disuelve el líquido revelador. Mezcla el blix. Mezcla el estabilizador.


An online search will help you locate your nearest nudist club or beach. Once you’re comfortable being naked at home, take the next step and visit the naturist community. Be sure you know the rules and expectations of the community before you go.  Don’t let feelings of inadequacy hinder you. Once you visit a nudist community, you’ll realize that everyone is different in some way and that none of it is wrong. The visitors aren't worrying about their bodies, or yours, they’re simply there to enjoy the pleasure of naturism in a friendly environment.  Some nudist communities encourage sex. Be aware of whether that's something you want to experience before you show up. Participate in online forums. These can be great resources for people who want to discuss the life of a naturist and swap information on good naturist destinations. France is an excellent nudist destination, famous for its nude beaches. If France is too far, closer to home you should be able to find clothing-optional resorts, natural mountain hot springs for nude soaking, and skinny-dipping spots. Check out your local laws regarding being topless in public, including at parks, swimming pools and at the beach. Likewise, you can participate in one of the fun naked bike rides that take place all over the world. Go nude where it is appropriate, hiking, nature reserves. Be comfortable with yourself and by experience one can go nude as long you don't upset other people.

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Ubica una comunidad nudista. Tómate unas vacaciones nudistas. Sigue estando desnudo donde puedas.


An opening statement is meant to help jurors comprehend the case, focus on important evidence, and provide context. Before writing your opening statement, you are going to want to grasp why the opening statement is so important. This will help you write the best opening statement possible. Your opening statement should do at least the following things:   Present a clear picture of the case. Your opening statement is one of the only times at trial you will be able to tell a complete, uninterrupted story. After your opening statement, the case will unfold in bits and pieces and may seem unorganized to the jurors.  Arouse the interest of your jury. You want the jury to be engaged and interested in the case. If they are not, you may find your jury getting bored and becoming inattentive during your presentation of witnesses and evidence.   Build rapport with your jurors. You want the jurors to like you, as you will ultimately ask them to decide the case in your favor. You want to speak to them as the intelligent people they are, and you want to be sincere in the beliefs you convey. Before you start writing your opening statement, you want to brainstorm what type of information should be included and what should be left out. An opening statement is an opportunity for you to discuss the facts of your case while generally avoiding arguments and the application of law to facts.   Discuss the facts of your case. Your opening statement should be limited to a discussion of the anticipated evidence and what the main issues are. You must not exaggerate or misstate your evidence, you must not refer to inadmissible evidence, and you must not discuss matters that will not be a part of your own case.   Avoid arguing during your opening statement. Because the point of your opening statement is to introduce the jury to your case, you do not want to turn your opening statement into a series of legal arguments. So long as you are assisting the jury in understanding your evidence, your comments should be permissible.  However, once...

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Identifica y comprende los propósitos de tu presentación de caso. Identifica y comprende cuál es el contenido que debes incluir en una presentación de caso. Identifica y comprende a tu público y cuál debería ser el tono.


An opening statement lays out what you intend to prove. By itself, an opening statement is not evidence.  Acknowledge bad facts up front.  If the defense will put up the defendant’s doctor to testify that the testator had sufficient mental capacity, then you should acknowledge that fact so that the jury isn’t surprised. Be brief. The average adult’s attention span is now only five minutes. In a court case, parties produce evidence and then argue at the close of evidence that the facts support their side. Your attorney will call the witnesses who best support your argument that the will is invalid. As the person challenging the will, you will go first. The defense is able to cross-examine your witnesses. You might have documents that support your argument that the testator was senile. Your attorney will introduce these documents into evidence by having a witness authenticate what the document is. For example, if the testator was taking medication for Alzheimer’s, then you would want the prescription (maybe even the bottle) introduced into evidence. The jury can then consider this evidence. Just as the defense can cross-examine your witnesses, you get a turn to poke holes in the testimony of defense witnesses. You should try to diminish their credibility.  A good way to challenge a witness’s credibility is to show that she was not at the event she claims to be testifying about. You can “impeach” her testimony, for example, by showing credit card receipts that place her at a shopping mall when she claims to have been witnessing a will signing. You can also impeach someone with a felony conviction. The judge will consider someone’s criminal history in determining their credibility. At the close of evidence, your attorney will argue that the evidence supports your argument.  A good closing argument links evidence in the case to the legal issues. For example, if you are arguing that the testator lacked mental capacity, then you need to explicit tie how the medicine for Alzheimer’s supports your point. Closing...

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Prepara un discurso de apertura. Llama a los testigos. Introduce documentos como evidencia. Interroga a los testigos de la defensa. Presenta los alegatos finales.


An orange tree grown from seed will be more vulnerable to disease, and its oranges may not taste like the fruit the seed came from. The tree could also take between four and fifteen years to bear fruit for the first time. A young tree purchased from the nursery is actually a combination of two plants: one tree bred for healthy roots and other attributes, plus branches of another tree grafted onto the first. These branches come from a tree that produces high quality fruit, and because they are already mature, the tree should produce fruit within a year or two after purchase. All that explained, feel free to continue with these steps if you're up for a challenge. Cut open an orange carefully without breaking the seeds inside, or simply use the seeds that aren't damaged by the knife. Pick out seeds without any dents or discolorations. Seeds that appear withered and dry, usually after they've been left out of the fruit for too long, have a lower chance of growing. Note that some varieties of orange are seedless. Ask a fruit seller for a variety with seeds. Hold the seeds under running water and gently rub off any pulp or other material that has gathered onto the seeds. Be careful not to damage the seeds, especially if some are already beginning to sprout. There is no need to dry the seeds afterwards. Keeping them moist will make them more likely to sprout. Assuming you're using seeds that haven't yet begun to germinate (sprout), you can shorten the time it takes to reach that point by keeping them in a moist environment. You could keep damp seeds in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for 30 days before planting, or simply keep the soil they're planted in moist, but not soggy.  If you are using seeds that have dried out, they are in a dormant state and can take months to germinate, or fail to do so at all.  Professional orange growers soak some slow-germinating orange varieties in gibberellic acid before planting to speed up the germination even more. This is typically unnecessary for a home project involving a...

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Entiende los problemas que implica cultivar a partir de una semilla. Elige semillas antes que se sequen. Lava las semillas. Haz que las semillas broten más rápido manteniéndolas húmedas. Planta cada semilla en una maceta pequeña con tierra o mezcla para macetas que drene bien. Mantén la tierra bajo plena luz solar. Añade un fertilizante equilibrado una vez cada dos semanas (opcional). Retira el brote más débil (de tres brotes) cuando las semillas hayan germinado.


An orthopedist will look at your x-rays and other tests to help determine the best treatment option. He will take into account the type of fracture (intra- or extra-articular), as well as the complexity (Bennett's versus Rolando’s fractures). In relatively straightforward cases (such as an extra-articular fracture) the doctor may be able to replace the fracture fragments manually without surgery. She will provide anesthesia before attempting to realign the fragments.  This method (also referred to as a closed reduction) typically consists of the doctor pulling and tugging along the break to realign it while using a fluoroscopy (continuous, realtime x-raying) to see when the fragments are realigned.  Note that some Rolando’s fractures, especially those where the bones are shattered into too many pieces to screw or pin together, may also be treated in this method with the surgeon molding the fragments to the best of his ability (known as an open reduction). For intra-articular fractures (such as Bennett's and Rolando’s fractures), your orthopedist will usually suggest surgery. The specific type of surgery will depend on the complexity of the fracture(s). Typical options include:  Using fluoroscopy to place wires through the skin to realign the fragments, known as external fixation. This option typically pertains to Bennett's fractures where the fragments have remained very close together. Having a surgeon open the hand to place small screws or pins into the bones in order to keep them properly aligned. This is known as internal fixation. Potential complications from surgical options include nerve or ligament injuries, stiffness, and increased risk of arthritis. Whether your particular case calls for a surgical or non-surgical option, the doctor will place your thumb in a spica cast to immobilize it and keep all of the fragments perfectly in place during the recovery period.  Expect to wear the cast anywhere from two to six weeks, with closer to six being the norm.  Your doctor may also schedule follow-up...

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Acude donde un cirujano ortopédico. Consulta las alternativas no quirúrgicas. Toma en cuenta los tratamientos quirúrgicos. Inmoviliza el pulgar. Haz fisioterapia.


An outdoor fire will likely be the easiest for making activated charcoal, but you can also do this in your home fireplace. The fire should be hot enough to cause wood pieces to burn. Take safety precautions when lighting a fire and always keep a fire extinguisher nearby. If hardwood is not available, you can substitute almost any dense, fibrous plant material, like coconut shells. Insert your hardwood pieces or plant material into a metal pot, then cover it with a lid.  The lid of your pot should have a vent hole, though airflow to the inside of the pot should be limited throughout this process. You could use a camp cookware kettle so the air can escape through the spout, for instance. The material you burn should be as dry as possible before you put it in the pot. Set the lidded pot on the fire. As the material cooks, you should see smoke and gas escape from vent hole in the lid. Doing this will burn away everything from the material except the carbon (charcoal) in it. When no more smoke or gas seems to be coming from your pot, it’s likely finished cooking. The charcoal now in your pot will stay hot for a while. Give it plenty of time to cool down. When it’s cool to the touch, transfer the carbon to a clean container and rinse it with cool water to remove ash and any remaining debris, then drain the water. Transfer the cleaned charcoal to a mortar and pestle and grind it up into a fine powder. Alternatively, you could put the carbon in a durable plastic bag and crush it up into a fine powder with a tenderizing mallet or a hammer. If you used a plastic bag, transfer the powder to a clean bowl, otherwise you can leave it in the mortar. In about 24 hours, the powder should be dry. Confirm the dryness with your fingers; the powder should be fully dry before you move on.

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Haz una fogata de tamaño mediano en un lugar seguro. Llena una olla de metal con pedazos pequeños de madera. Calienta la olla sobre el fuego de 3 a 5 horas para hacer el carbón. Limpia el carbón con agua. Pulveriza el carbón. Permite que el carbón en polvo se seque por completo con el aire.


An outline is a way to organize the information that you want to convey. The outline should mirror the order of steps that you will use in your speech.  The outline should contain three sections: the introduction, the body, and the conclusion. The body should be broken up into the various steps of the process. The body of the speech contains the actual steps of the process. Break the process down into manageable steps that can be explained one at a time. Try to put yourself in the audience's shoes to imagine what information they might need.  When writing a speech, you want to simply write notes. You don't need to write out the speech word for word. Write enough to make you comfortable with the material, but not so much that you'll be reading off of your paper.  Try to remember what it was like when you learned how to do this thing. What steps required more explanation than others? Consider which steps need to be broken down into smaller steps. For example, it might not be enough to say, “Remove the saw blade.” You might need to break that step up, so that you have smaller steps such as:  Unplug the saw. Locate the screw under the blade. Turn the screw enough to loosen the blade. Remove the blade.   To keep the audience engaged, think of how you can involve them. Will you include audience participation? Will the demonstration be hands-on? Will you tell jokes or ask the audience questions? These can all be great strategies for keeping people engaged. Your conclusion sums up the process and why it's valuable. It's also good to include a “call to action” in your conclusion. This means something that inspires the audience to go home and try this themselves.  Your call to action could be something like, “By learning to change your own motor oil, you'll be able to save money and feel the empowerment of taking care of your own car!” or, “French style pastries are a welcome addition to any gathering, as you'll see when you bring them to your next party.” Avoid introducing new information in the conclusion. That will...

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Crea un esquema para tu discurso. Escribe el cuerpo del discurso. Escribe una conclusión. Escribe la introducción. Decide qué tipo de ayudas visuales son importantes.


An over-the-counter pain reliever, such as acetaminophen, is usually the best, most immediate way to control pain. Acetaminophen can cause liver damage, so make sure your pain isn’t related to your liver before taking it.  You should only take an NSAID, such as aspirin or ibuprofen, in consultation with your doctor. These medications can upset your stomach, which could end up worsening your gallbladder pain. If over-the-counter medications aren’t effective, your doctor might prescribe an antispasmodic drug, which relaxes the gallbladder.  Take any medication as directed by your doctor or according to the label’s instructions. For immediate relief, wrap a hot water bottle, heating pad, or store-bought warm compress in a cloth. Apply it to your upper right abdomen, and keep it in place for 20 to 30 minutes. Stand up and try to walk around after using the warm compress. Apply it every 2 to 3 hours during a flare-up. To make a castor oil compress, soak a clean cloth in pure castor oil, apply it to the affected area, then cover it with plastic wrap. Hold the warm compress over the plastic for 30 minutes to relieve pain and inflammation. Use a warm castor oil application once a day for 3 days. You could slice a 2 in (5.1 cm) piece of turmeric root, and boil the slices in a pot of water to make a tea. Alternatively, you could take a 1000 to 2500 mg turmeric tablet daily. Among other medical conditions, turmeric is used to relieve gallbladder issues.  While it’s generally safe, you should still consult your doctor before trying turmeric tea or a turmeric supplement in tablet form. Turmeric and other herbs may rapidly empty the gallbladder. While this increased bile flow might help relieve pain, it could lead to a bile duct blockage or other complications. Check with your doctor to stay on the safe side. There are a number of home remedies for gallbladder pain, but most aren’t backed by scientific evidence. Furthermore, some herbs and supplements can aggravate gallbladder disease, worsen other medical conditions, and...

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Toma un analgésico de venta sin receta siguiendo las indicaciones. Colócate una compresa caliente en el área afectada. Aplícate una compresa caliente de aceite de castor. Prepara un té de cúrcuma. Consulta antes de probar hierbas, suplementos y purgantes. Alivia los problemas digestivos con clorhidrato de betaína.


An overhead harness fits over your dog’s head and has straps or tabs that adjust to fit around her belly. Some overhead harnesses also come with chest protection to prevent rubbing and added safety features like reflective trim and a car seat restraint loop.  Look online for an overhead harness, or at your local pet store. You will need to measure your pup’s girth or belly area and her neck area to determine her size. Alternatively, you could also take your dog with you when you go shopping for a harness and have your pup try the harness on before you buy it. To confirm the harness fits your dog properly, make sure you can fit at least two fingers between the harness and your dog's body at all points, including her belly and her neck. Note that most harnesses are not adequate restraints in a motor vehicle. Do not use a regular harness as a seat belt /restraint unless it specifically says on the packaging that it is designed for this purpose. This will keep her from moving around while you attach the harness. You may also need to ask a friend or partner to hold your dog to keep her still. Keep some treats around to reward her once you put on the harness. This will help you identify the neck part of the harness. Reassure your pup with a few pets. The neck piece will be the large round hole in the middle of the harness. It should be large enough for you to slide it over your dog’s head without squeezing or pulling on her ears or face. If it is too small to slide over her head, the harness may be too small for her neck. Slide the straps between your pup's two front legs. The straps should sit between her two front legs, under her belly. They should fit snugly, but not be too short or too tight around your pup’s legs. If the straps don't reach around your pups' belly, they are likely too short and the harness may be too small for her. Reach around your dog's legs and secure the buckles on either side of the harness together. The straps should wrap around your dog's upper belly area. Depending on the type of strap...

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Consigue un arnés que se coloque por la cabeza. Haz que tu perro se siente y se quede quieto. Sostén el arnés suelto con ambas manos. Desliza la cabeza del perro a través del agujero para el cuello. Arregla las correas inferiores. Conecta las hebillas de las correas. Ajusta el arnés para amoldarlo al cuerpo del perro.


An oversized T-shirt isn’t just for an ultra casual look if you pair it with the right outfit. Look for a blazer that is fairly form-fitting but long. Put on an oversized button-up and leave a few of the bottom buttons undone. Pair this with a pair of dress pants and the shoes of your choice. Then, you have an office look for a relaxed work environment, or a stylish look for a night out. Wear a black blazer, a white button-up, black pants, and white sneakers. This is a great look for a night out. Look for a long-sleeved shirt that could easily be worn off the shoulders. Pair the shirt with a nice pair of pants and stilettos. You can choose to wear ballerina flats or sandals if heels aren’t your thing. Wear a long-sleeved button up with a few of the top buttons undone. Then, wear a pair of ankle-length dress pants and nude-colored stilettos. This is a fun and quirky look that is great for either a day or night out. Look for an oversized T-shirt with the pattern of your choice. Stripes would be a good option. Then, put on a pair of pants with a loud print. For shoes, espadrilles, sandals, or plain sneakers would work well.  You can completely clash with the patterns by choosing different prints and colors, or wear different patterns but similar colors. Wear a T-shirt with thin stripes, pants with a large geometric pattern, and plain sandals. Transform your office look for a night out. Wear a button-up T-shirt and leave a few of the top buttons undone. Pair the shirt with a belt and high-rise skinny jeans. You can wear stilettos, loafers, or ballerina flats. Wear a silk button-up, lace bralette, and black skinny jeans. This is a look that says laid back but also very sexy. You can wear just about any shirt for this look, but a button-up is an easy way to dress the outfit up. Pair the shirt with a black mini skirt and pair of heels or ankle boots. Wear a white button-up and tuck in only one side of it. Pair it with leather mini skirt and black ankle boots.

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Combínala con un blazer. Deja que cuelgue de tus hombros. Mezcla los patrones. Déjala desabotonada. Combínala con una falda y unos tacones.


An overwhelmingly packed schedule often brings on a stress-infused lifestyle. Organize your schedule and set limits on how much you can accomplish in a given day.  Eliminate non-essential activities. Look through all your commitments and cross off the things that are not needed for your survival or stress reduction. Explain to your friends or peers that you need to take some time off to get back to a healthy lifestyle. Try saying, “I really want to continue volunteering at the shelter, but I need to take care my health. I will be in touch in the future.” Talk to your boss or teachers about the minimal and specific tasks that you need to accomplish to stay up to date. Plan to have a private meeting to explain yourself. Try saying, “I am committed to my work here, but I need to focus on getting my health together. What exactly do I need to accomplish in the next few months to keep up?” While some stressful situations cannot be avoided, there are many that can. For example, if watching the news is a stressful for you, eliminate or minimize the amount of time you spend on this activity. If a particular person stresses you out, take some time away from that person to re-evaluate your relationship. Spend time with people that make you happy. Have dinner with friends or see a movie. This can take your mind off your stress and help improve your general outlook. Have a laugh. Like exercise, laughter releases beneficial hormones and relieves stress and tension in the body. Whether you invite your friend over for a movie or chat with family about funny family moments, that belly laugh offers more advantages than you may realize. Talk to close friends or family members about the cause of your stress. Someone who has more experience with work, school, or life issues has probably faced similar challenges. You might also know someone who has also experienced your type of chronic stress and can offer some advice.  If you are reaching out to a friend, for example, you might say, “Miguel, can I tell you about my situation at...

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Toma control de tu horario. Socializa. Consulta con tus amigos, tus familiares o tus colegas. Aprende algo nuevo. Visita a un terapeuta.


An x-intercept is a point where the parabola crosses the x-axis. The two roots you found are the x-intercepts. For example, if the inequality is x2+4x−21<0{\displaystyle x^{2}+4x-21<0}, then the x-intercepts are x>−7{\displaystyle x>-7} and x<3{\displaystyle x<3}, since these are the roots you found when using the quadratic formula or factoring. The axis of symmetry is the line that cuts the parabola in half. To find the axis of symmetry, use the formula x=−b2a{\displaystyle x={\frac {-b}{2a}}}, where a{\displaystyle a} and b{\displaystyle b} correspond to the terms in the original quadratic inequality. For example, for the inequality x2+4x−21<0{\displaystyle x^{2}+4x-21<0}, you will first calculate x=−42(1){\displaystyle x={\frac {-4}{2(1)}}}:x=−42{\displaystyle x={\frac {-4}{2}}}x=−2{\displaystyle x=-2}. So, the axis of symmetry is the line x=−2{\displaystyle x=-2} The vertex is the high or low point of the parabola. To find the vertex, first change the original inequality into an equation equal to y{\displaystyle y}. Then plug the x{\displaystyle x} value you found for the axis of symmetry into the equation. For example, if the axis of symmetry is x=−2{\displaystyle x=-2}, plug -2 into the equation and solve:y=(−2)2+4(−2)+−21{\displaystyle y=(-2)^{2}+4(-2)+-21}y=4−8−21{\displaystyle y=4-8-21}y=4−8−21{\displaystyle y=4-8-21}So, the vertex of the parabola is at the point (−2,−25){\displaystyle (-2,-25)}. To know the direction of the parabola, look at the a{\displaystyle a} term of the inequality in standard form. If the a{\displaystyle a} term is positive, the parabola will “right-side up,” meaning it opens towards the top. If the a{\displaystyle a} term is negative, the parabola will be “upside down,” meaning it opens towards the bottom. Since the a{\displaystyle a} term in the inequality x2+4x−21<0{\displaystyle x^{2}+4x-21<0} is positive, the parabola will be right-side up. If the inequality is greater than or equal to (≥{\displaystyle \geq }) or less than or equal to (≤{\displaystyle \leq }), draw the...

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Grafica los puntos de intersección con el eje x en el plano de coordenadas. Halla el eje de simetría. Encuentra el vértice de la parábola. Determina la dirección de la parábola. Dibuja la parábola con una línea sólida o punteada. Sombrea el gráfico.