Making a saline solution is simple because all you need is salt and water! Sea salt or table salt are both acceptable for a saline solution, but use a non-iodized salt (pickling or kosher) if you have an iodine allergy. To administer the solution nasally, you'll also need a small spray bottle. One that holds one to two ounces is ideal. Infants and small children aren't able to blow their noses effectively. Get a soft, rubber-bulb syringe to remove nasal secretions gently and efficiently. There's more to making saline that just mixing salt and water. For the salt to effectively dissolve into the water, you must raise the water temperature. Boiling the water will also kill off any potentially dangerous microbes living in the tap water. Boil 8 oz. of water, then allow it to cool until just "very warm." Add ¼ teaspoon of salt and mix well until the salt dissolves. The ¼ teaspoon of salt will make a saline solution that matches the amount of salt in your body (isotonic).  You may want to try a salt spray that has a greater concentration of salt than your body (hypertonic). This is useful for significant congestion with a lot of discharge. If you're having trouble breathing or clearing your nose, consider a hypertonic solution.  To do this, simply add 1/2 teaspoon of salt instead of 1/4 teaspoon. Don’t use a hypertonic solution for infants or small children younger than five years old. A half teaspoon of baking soda will adjust the pH of the solution. This makes it less likely to sting a sore nose, especially with hypertonic solutions with a higher salt content. Add it while the water is still warm, and mix well to dissolve the baking soda. You can add the salt and the baking soda all at once, but adding the salt first usually results in easier mixing. Once the solution has cooled to room temperature, it's ready to use. Fill the one to two ounce spray bottle with the solution, then pour the rest into a covered container and refrigerate it. After two days, throw out any unused solution and make a new batch if necessary.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne los materiales. Prepara la solución salina. Incorpora bicarbonato (opcional). Llena la botella de espray y guarda la solución restante.


Making a solution suitable for invisible ink will take almost equal parts baking soda and water. For the best results, you want to mix as much baking soda as you can into a small bowl of water. Add a little baking soda at a time and mix slowly to fully saturate the water.  1/4 cup (60 mL) of water will hold 3 tablespoons (43.2 grams) of baking soda. If your “ink” has deposits of baking soda that won’t dissolve, the solution is over saturated. Just work backwards: add a little water at a time until the baking soda dissolves completely. Treat the baking soda mixture as you would ink or watercolor paint and load up only a little of the solution at a time. Using the brush or swab, write your message in clear block letters on a piece of paper. Make sure you write your letters large enough to be legible. The water will bleed into the paper, distorting the letters, so practice using your brush or swab ahead of time.  Consider writing your message in code for added security. For example, a simple substitution code replaces each letter of the alphabet with another letter or a number in a pattern set ahead of time. A regular index card makes a great surface for short messages. You want the message to dry without leaving signs that the paper has been tampered with. For better results, try the following:  Press the page between heavy books or other weights. Add a few pieces of paper above and below the page carrying the message so excess moisture does not ruin the books that you use for weight. Hang the paper. Photographers hang developing prints to let them dry because gravity will help keep the paper from warping. You can use the same trick by using clothes pegs to hang your message. If you use a heavy, high-quality paper or cardstock to carry your message, the thicker paper will warp less than standard copier paper. When you write your message on the page, the watery “ink” will warp the paper, leaving marks that are visible even after the paper dries. By lightly steaming the page, you can hide all evidence that the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mezcla bicarbonato con agua. Mete un pincel pequeño o un hisopo en la solución. Escribe un mensaje en papel blanco. Deja secar la “tinta”. Considera aplicar vapor en el papel. Considera escribir un mensaje trampa en el papel seco con lápiz o un bolígrafo.


Making a vinegar-based cleaning solution  that can disinfect, descale, and deodorize is an economic way to clean inside of your iron.  This is also the easiest way to clean parts of the iron that are otherwise unreachable.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mezcla media taza de agua y media taza de vinagre blanco destilado.


Making and appointment with your dentist, even if you don't have any obvious dental issues, can be a great way to maintain dental health and prevent any future problems.   Your dentist will help keep your teeth healthy and can give you tips that you can use at home.  Regular visits with your dentist can help catch issues before they become big problems. Your dentist will be able to tell you how you can best maintain the health of you teeth. Visit your dentist at least once every two years if you have no problems.  Visit immediately if you notice any new dental issues developing. If you are unhappy with how your teeth look, you might want to consider braces.  Braces work by applying tension to your teeth, over a period of time, to realign them.  Beyond cosmetic reasons, braces can also help with dental issues such as a reduction in jaw pain and pressure.  Two types of braces exist today, fixed and removable. Removable braces can be taken out of the mouth, but the patient must keep careful records and diligently wear them to get the most out of them. Fixed braces cannot be taken off by the patient and don't require the attention that removable braces do. Some foods and drinks can cause harm to your teeth, wearing them down, staining them, or otherwise damaging them.  By avoiding these foods, drinks, and dietary habits you can keep your teeth looking great and healthy.  Foods that have a long period of contact with your teeth such as sugar, soda, cookies, and candies can damage teeth. Snacking often will make your mouth a more comfortable place for bacteria to live in.  These bacteria can lead to tooth decay and other dental issues. Highly acidic foods and drinks, such as orange juice or tomatoes, can erode the enamel on you teeth. Tobacco, soda, tea, and red wine can all stain your teeth over time. Whitening strips work by chemically dissolving stains, either by removing surface stains or targeting stains within the tooth.  Both of these methods have versions that can be applied at home, by yourself, or applied...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Visita a tu dentista. Considera ponerte correctores dentales. Presta atención a lo que comes y bebes. Procura utilizar tiras blanqueadoras.


Making dramatic changes to your diet can affect your body in big ways. Especially if you have underlying medical conditions that can prove dangerous with fasting — diabetes for example — you should always get a doctor’s approval before undergoing a fast.  Many people fast for religious reasons rather than health, detoxification, or weight loss concerns. Rest assured, though, that most religions that call for fasting, including Islam, Catholicism, and Judaism, allow exemptions for those whose health won’t allow for it.  Speak with your religious leader about your doctor’s concerns. Together, you can come up with a plan to practice your spiritual devotion without putting your health at risk. well before the fast. Although the human body can survive for weeks — in one documented case, even months! — without food, it will shut down very quickly without water. Our bodies are about 60% water, and every cell in our body needs it to function properly. Without it, most people will die within three days. Fasting can take many forms, and you might allow yourself to drink water throughout your fast.  But some fasts — the Islamic fast for the month of Ramadan, for example — prohibit drinking water for long stretches of time. No matter how much water you allow during the fast, it's important to prepare your body for a long stretch of nutritional deficiency by "super-hydrating" beforehand.  Drink plenty of water regularly in the days leading up to your fast. Then, drink at least two quarts of hydrating fluids before the last meal preceding your fast. Also avoid dehydrating foods with high salt and sugar contents, like fast food or salty snacks. Coffee, soda, tea, and all those energy drinks we drink on a daily basis all contain high amounts of caffeine. Though you may not think of it this way, caffeine is considered a mood-altering substance that can result in dependence, if not outright addiction. If you drink caffeine regularly then remove it suddenly from your diet, you will likely experience withdrawal symptoms. When...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Visita a un médico antes de empezar el ayuno. Hidrátate Limita tu consumo de cafeína Limita tu consumo de tabaco Come alimentos ricos en carbohidratos. Controla el tamaño de las porciones. Come una comida grande antes del ayuno, pero no comas en exceso.


Making eye contact shows that you have confidence.  Also, when you make eye contact with someone, it shows that you’re interested in learning more about them.  Make sure that you don’t hold eye contact for too long – about two seconds is a good length – lest you come off as creepy or intimidating. Animated people don’t leave much too the imagination because they are the center of attention.  To be attractively mysterious, be calm, somewhat serious, and relatively even-keeled.  Be the calm at the center of the storm, no matter how lively things are around you. You’re mysterious and intelligent.  Because you won’t be talking about yourself much, you’ll need to learn about some topics that you can talk about at length.  Not only does this keep the conversation away from your personal story, it shows that you’re passionate enough about a subject to learn it. Make sure that the topic is interesting and not polarizing.  For example, presidential candidates might be interesting but they’re also polarizing.  Instead, the impact of farm-produced fish on the environment is interesting and likely to not be very polarizing at all. Asking questions is an excellent way to be mysterious and attract people and serves a few purposes.  It allows you to keep the conversation away from your personal details, it shows interest in another person, and, most of all, it allows that people to talk about themselves.  People will think you’re especially interested in them and be flattered that you wanted to hear their story. Start off with simple questions like “where are you from originally?” or “where would you travel to if money was no object?”  Listen to the answers and ask questions based on those answers, such as:  “Oh, you’d like to travel to Paris? What is it about the City of Lights that you find attractive? Would you travel alone or with someone?” Just because you’re mysterious doesn’t mean that you can’t be charming.  Make people smile.  Smiling makes people feel good and it makes people instantly feel warmer toward the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz contacto visual. Mantén la calma. Aprende mucho sobre algunas cosas. Haz preguntas. Haz sonreír a la persona. Cambia el tema. Sé un macho alfa o una coqueta.


Making eye contact with people shows that you see them and acknowledge them as a person. Don't just do it with that really attractive person at the other end of the bar. Acknowledge the checkout person at the grocery store, the person standing in line behind you for the bus, and so on. People respond to acknowledgement and it makes them feel good about themselves. The more loved and appreciated you make other people seem, the more love and appreciation you'll be offered. There's nothing like having a bad day and seeing the smile of someone you don't even know, or even the smile of good friend. Like eye contact this is acknowledgement and kindness. It also makes you seem more approachable when you smile. People often pair approachability with lovableness. You don't have to be the center of every single party, but cultivating some good social skills will help you be successful when you're out in the world and meeting people. Eye contact and smiling, obviously go along with this.  Talk to people at parties. Introduce yourself if you don't know someone and ask them about themselves. People love to talk about themselves and they'll think fondly of you if you seem interested in them. Remember that, even if you feel awkward, not only do most other people feel the same way, but they're probably not going to notice your seeming awkwardness. True listening is a skill that's gone out of style. So often people don't feel like they're being heard by the people in their own life and it's something that most people desperately want. When someone is talking to you, make eye contact. Ask questions to show that you're listening, or if you space out for a moment or get distracted, ask for clarification. The Golden Rule is a big one here, whether you're religious or not. Doing to others what you would want them to do to you is a great way to live your life.  Be the friend who is available to help out if needed. Offer your help to move them, drive them to a doctor's appointment or a job interview, and so on. Invite your friend or...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz contacto visual con las personas. Sonríe. Sé social. Escucha a las personas. Sé el tipo de amigo o pareja que te gustaría tener. Permítete ser vulnerable.


Making fluffy pancakes involves using the right ingredients and tools. Pancakes are a type of quick bread, meaning that they use baking soda instead of yeast to power the leavening (the rising) process. Leavening happens when the baking soda is dissolved in a liquid and mixed with an acid, because the reaction produces carbon dioxide. Because the baking soda is so integral to fluffy pancakes, only use baking soda that’s newer than six months.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne los ingredientes y los materiales. Usa bicarbonato de sodio fresco.


Making lists may not seem like something that will help you win. But, think of it this way—winners make lists. Thinking of all the things you will need for game day will reduce stress so that you can keep your mind on the game. Write down the date of the tournament, equipment you will need, your meal plan, and training schedule. Free your mind so you can visualize that winning move.  Important information includes information about transportation, food, drink, and what will happen in an emergency. Bring a notebook with you to practice. Then you can write down important notes right away. It is a good idea to make sure that you have the equipment, uniform, and shoes needed. If you find that some of the equipment is old or missing, go ahead and buy new equipment, a water bottle, etc. This is one less thing you have to stress about as it gets closer to game day. Check that the equipment is up to standard. There is nothing worse than turning up on game day and finding your equipment is broken. No, this doesn’t mean to sit back with a bag of chips and your favorite show. It’s important to keep your mind and body in great shape, but don’t overdo it. Taper the intensity of your training about two weeks before the tournament. This reduces the chance of injury and ensures that you’re well rested for the big day. You may not have a say in how much training you do if you train with a team. In this case, cut down the training you do on your own time. It’s hard to argue with the idea of getting more sleep. Try to increase the amount of sleep you get to 10 hours. Sorry, but this may mean cutting back on late night binge watching and video games. It will be worth it though. Get extra sleep and stick to that schedule so you guaranteed to be well rested when it comes to game day. Keep a sleep diary to manage your sleep habits. There are also smartphone apps that help with this. Getting enough water is really important—especially for an athlete like yourself. Staying hydrated is important when you’re training and sweating a...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escribe todo lo que necesitas. Compra equipo nuevo si es necesario. Reduce la intensidad de tu entrenamiento. Duerme más. Bebe al menos 1,5 litros de agua al día. Reduce el tamaño de las comidas.


Making milk chocolate is very similar to making dark chocolate. The major difference is that milk chocolate incorporates milk powder. When you make milk chocolate, you don’t just have to make chips. You can also use it to make chocolate bars, sauces, and other yummy treats. To make milk chocolate chips, you'll need your ingredients, plus:  A double boiler or metal bowl and saucepan Metal spoon Whisk Parchment-lined baking sheet Pasty bag with a small circle tip Toothpick

TL;DR in Spanish:

Consigue los insumos que vas a necesitar. Listo.


Making mood nail polish is a simple process, but you do need some special materials to do it. A few of the materials for mood nail polish are available in stores, but you will need to special order the rest online. You will need:  Stainless steel mixing balls (you will need to order this online) White base (order online) Syringe (no needle, just the syringe part for measuring) Empty nail polish bottles Thermal dust pigments (order online) A teaspoon Clear polish A small funnel It is important to make sure that you are working in a well ventilated area when you mix the nail polish. Make sure that you mix the polish in a room that is well-ventilated, such as a garage with the door open or in a room with lots of windows.  Try opening a window and turning on a fan to ventilate a room. Avoid working in small enclosed places, such as in a bathroom with no window. When working with chemicals, it is also important to work safely. To avoid spilling the white base or pigments on your furniture and carpets, place some newspaper or paper towels down before you start working.  You may also want to wear an old t-shirt to avoid staining your clothes. Wear gloves as well to avoid getting the pigments or polish base on your hands.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne los materiales. Abre una ventana o trabaja al aire libre. Ten cuidado a la hora de trabajar con químicos.


Making pikelets is similar to making pancakes and other griddlecakes. Along with your ingredients and toppings of choice, you'll also need:  One medium and one small bowl Sifter Whisk Griddle or non-stick frying pan Tablespoon Spatula Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into a medium bowl. Pour in the sugar, and whisk all the ingredients together to remove lumps and combine everything. If you don’t have a sifter, simply combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk them together. Crack the egg into the small bowl and beat it for a minute with the whisk. Pour in the milk and whisk the two ingredients together for a minute until they're fully combined. It’s important to crack the egg first into an empty bowl, because that way you can easily remove any shell pieces that fall in. Use your hand or a spoon to make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour the egg and milk mixture into the well. Whisk all the ingredients together until they're just combined and form a smooth, thick batter.  Don’t overmix the batter, as this will develop the gluten in the flour. This will result in dense pikelets. Making a well in the center of the flour mixture will help you incorporate all the ingredients faster without having to overmix. Pikelet batter should be thick, but not so thick that it won’t drop off the end of a spoon. If the batter isn't runny enough to do that, add milk in tablespoonfuls (15-ml increments) until you achieve the right consistency.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne tus ingredientes e implementos. Combina los ingredientes secos. Mezcla los ingredientes húmedos. Combina los ingredientes húmedos y secos. Agrégale más leche si fuera necesario.


Making polymer clay bracelets is an easy project, but it does require some special materials. Before you get started, you will need:  Polymer clay in the color(s) of your choice. A knife to cut the clay, such as a butter knife. A non-stick cutting board to work on. An empty can of soda. A cookie sheet. Parchment paper. Baking your polymer clay bracelets will set them and make the shapes permanent. To make sure that your oven will be hot and ready to go when you are finished molding your bracelets, take a moment to set your oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit.  If your polymer clay suggests a different baking temperature, then preheat your oven to this temperature. If you prefer not to bake your bracelets, you can also look for air drying polymer clay. Before you begin forming your clay into bracelets, you will need to get it nice and soft. Knead the clay in your hands for a few minutes or until it feels pliable. To knead the clay, squeeze it in your hands and roll it around the cutting board. You can make a polymer clay bracelets that are round, like bangles, or you can make flat cuff bracelets. Decide on the types of shapes you want to create and then begin to form them with the clay.  To make a flat strip for a cuff bracelet, roll the clay into a ball and then begin to form a long tube. Then, flatten the tube. You can use a rolling pin to do this or just flatten it with your hands. You can also use a knife to cut along the edges and make your strip into a long rectangle. If you want to create a tube shaped bracelet for a bangle, then roll the clay into a ball and then shape it into a long tube. You can also make multiple small tubes and braid them to create a braided bangle. You can make bracelets that are simple strips or tubes of one color clay, or you can add other design elements to the strips or tubes you have created. You can embellish the strip by imprinting a design onto it, or by pressing different pieces of clay onto the strip.  To imprint the clay with a design, you can use a knife or toothpick to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Junta tus materiales. Precalienta el horno a 250 grados Fahrenheit. Amasa la arcilla. Dale a la arcilla la forma de un tubo largo o de una tira. Añade elementos de diseño.


Making sure that you are resting enough is one of the most important things you can do to cope with endometriosis symptoms. If you aren't sleeping enough, your body will be less capable of combating pain. Try to get eight to nine hours of sleep every night.  Take naps when you need to. Remember, you are dealing with chronic pain. That can really drain your energy levels. Be kind to your body and rest as needed. If you have trouble sleeping, there are several things you can do. Make sure your room is at a cool, comfortable temperature. Try to avoid electronics for at least 1 hour before you go to bed. You can also ask your doctor about sleep aids. It can be very difficult to find the motivation to exercise when you are dealing with chronic pain. But studies show that moving regularly can really help decrease the severity of your symptoms. Try to get 20–30 minutes of moderate exercise several times a week.  Find an activity that you enjoy. For example, if you love to swim, make that part of your regular exercise routine. If you like to be social while you sweat, look for a gym that offers lots of group classes. Recruit a workout buddy. Exercise can be more fun if you do it with a friend. Make a standing date to go for a long walk with a good friend. Try yoga. This method of exercise can help relieve your symptoms by helping you to feel mentally and physically better. Studies show that endometriosis symptoms can be more severe in women whose diets are heavy on red meat and low on leafy greens. Although the research is not yet complete, it is clear that eating a more healthy, balanced diet will certainly not make your symptoms worse. It can only help.  Aim to get several servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Vitamins A, B, and C can help your overall health, which can help your symptoms. Try to eat leafy greens such as spinach or kale, which are rich in nutrients. Limit your intake of red meat. Instead, try to incorporate fish into your diet. The research indicates that the more fat in your diet, the more...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Duerme más. Haz ejercicio de manera regular. Modifica tu dieta.


Making sure your buttercream frosting is nicely sealed before putting it in the fridge will ensure its longevity. A simple plastic container will do the job as long as the lid stays on firmly. Food is often at its best when it’s served fresh, but if circumstances dictate that you have to save your buttercream frosting for later, then the fridge is a good starting point. This technique is best used if you need to use the buttercream frosting later in the week. Refrigerated buttercream frosting can last up to two weeks, but for the sake of freshness it’s better to make use of it within one. This is to avoid spoiling its scent. The last thing you want is your buttercream frosting smelling like fish. When you remove the buttercream frosting from the fridge, give it a moment to return to room temperature, that way it will retain its original consistency. Stirring it will also help. Your buttercream frosting can be stowed in the freezer for far longer than the fridge if you want to hold onto it for an extended period of time. Much like the fridge, seal the buttercream frosting in an airtight container and place it in the freezer for no more than two months. When you’re ready to use the buttercream frosting, take it out of the freezer a day early and transfer it to the fridge so that it can thaw overnight.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pon el glaseado de crema de mantequilla en un recipiente hermético. El glaseado de crema de mantequilla durará el refrigerador hasta por 1 semana. Mientras esté en el refrigerador, mantenlo alejado de la comida con olores fuertes. Antes de usar el glaseado de crema de mantequilla, sácalo y déjalo reposar. Para almacenarlo a largo plazo por hasta 2 meses, usa el congelador.


Making sure your prospective company is a member of a large and reputable organization for home inspectors provides you with protections and ensures that the company uses high standards in their inspections. When you are in need of a home inspection in Canada or the United States, you should choose only those who are members of such associations as  InterNACHI (International Association of Certified Home Inspectors) or ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors), NAHI (National Association of Home Inspectors), NIBI (National Institute of Building Inspectors), or CAHPI (Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors). Sometimes, contacting past clients will give you insight as to how capable a potential home inspector is. Ask especially for clients from several years ago. Recent clients will not be able to tell you if the home inspection missed any significant issues with the house. Make certain that your inspector is working for you, with no hidden agenda When you are ready to begin your search, keep the following questions on hand:  How long have you been in the home inspection business? How many home inspections have you completed? What qualifications do you possess? How long does it take for you to inspect a home? Can I come along with you on the inspection? Are wood stoves and fireplaces inspected? What are the hours and days of your availability? Can you provide references of inspections you have done in the past? What ancillary services do you offer (such as Radon Testing, Wood Destroying Insect Inspections, Well System and Water Quality Testing, Lead-based Paint Inspections, Mold Testing)? Do you back up your inspection with a written guarantee? How much do your services cost?

TL;DR in Spanish:

Asegúrate de que la compañía cuente con las certificaciones necesarias. Solicita referencias. Entrevista a los inspectores potenciales por teléfono o en persona.


Making time to talk to each other every day is extremely important to maintaining a long-distance relationship. It helps you stay connected, be informed about what is happening in each other’s lives, and miss each other less. Commit to calling each other once a day (or as frequently as schedules will permit).  Agree on how many times a day/week you will talk to each other. Try to have a standing date to talk (for example, before bedtime). Let your partner know ahead of time if you will need to cancel for another reason. You could say, “Because we’re not able seeing each other every day, let’s try to talk as often as possible. Can we call each other every night before bed? It would be nice to hear your voice before I go to sleep.” Just as you would likely have an idea of what your partner was doing each day when you were living in the same place, inform each other of your daily schedules. It helps you stay connected and figure out when you can get in touch with each other.  You could keep a copy of your partner’s daily schedule in your phone or in your calendar. It’s nice to think about what the other person is doing at that moment. It helps you feel connected to them. While you are eating your lunch, you could think, “Michael is probably driving to work right now.” Using a webcam is a great way of helping you feel better about the distance. Just seeing your loved one smiling and hearing their voice can make you feel better and more connected to them. Regular webcam calls can make the distance seem shorter.  Many new computers/monitors come with webcams and microphones already installed. If you do not have either, they are fairly inexpensive to purchase, and well worth the investment if you have a long distance relationship! You can use your webcam in conjunction with a variety of programs, like Skype or social media applications (like Facebook). You can also make video calls using your phone, using things like FaceTime or Google Hangouts. Send little messages to your significant other throughout the day to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prioriza la comunicación. Conoce el horario de tu pareja. Hablen por cámara web. Envía un mensaje de texto o un correo electrónico. Envía correos.


Making your own frame is a good option for those looking for budget options, and/or have a poster with an awkward size for framing. Making your own frame allows you to customize options without paying the expensive costs of a professional framer. This frame might not be particularly strong so it might not work with a glass piece in front. It is not always necessary to use a mat but it can accent certain colors in your poster and frame it nicely. You may not want a mat when framing a vintage poster or a poster of a classic work of art but that is completely your choice. You will want a color that can go with everything, including your room, the frame and the picture. It is usual to put a white or light colored map on top of an accent color. The accent color would be a color that matches the general tone of the poster.  There can be multiple general tones of the poster so you can choose whatever looks best to you and fits the rest of your room. It is also your choice whether you use two mats or only one. Black and white pictures will do best with cool whites or grays, or even black. You do not want to upstage the poster if using a mat. Choose colors that work well with a width of at least 1.5 inches (3.8 cm). Smaller widths can easily be used for posters because they are so large to begin with. As always though it is your personal choice. You also do not want the top mat to be lighter than the lightest color in the picture or darker than the darkest color in the picture. You will need the length and width to determine the materials you must purchase. If you are using a mat be sure to include the dimensions (width, length and thickness) of the mat when measuring. Purchase wood trimming (moulding) from the hardware store. You will want a type of trimming that looks like a frame edge and hopefully has a ledge on one side, such as might hold a poster as a picture frame would.  You will need enough to cover the length of all four sides of your poster, plus extra if you are using a mat (the width of your mat times...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz tu propio marco para ahorrar dinero y crear un tamaño personalizado. Decide si usarás un paspartú. Si vas a usar un paspartú, elige uno. Mide el largo, el ancho y el grosor del póster con una cinta métrica o una regla. Compra molduras de madera. Corta las molduras tipo inglete a la longitud correcta. Pinta las piezas del color de tu preferencia. Pega las piezas uniendo los extremos para crear el marco. Sujeta las piezas usando accesorios de metal para las esquinas y tornillos de madera. Usa masilla de madera para llenar las grietas. Coloca pequeños ganchos para mantener la imagen dentro del cuadro. Consigue un pedazo de vidrio o plexiglás si eliges usarlos.


Making your own hamster bedding with water is another option for saving some money on bedding. Before starting the process, gather all of your supplies in one place. Some of these supplies include a large bowl, plenty of dry paper (e.g., white paper, brown paper bags, old envelopes), an old t-shirt or colander, and a pair of gloves.  You will also need some paper towels and/or a cookie sheet on which to dry the bedding. Making bedding with water can be a very messy process, so it would be best to work in a large sink, such as your kitchen sink. Make sure that you have a drain stopper to prevent paper pieces from going down the drain.  The t-shirt or colander will be necessary for draining the water when the paper is fully soaked. Wearing a pair of gloves will keep your fingers from getting stained as the ink from the paper mixes with the water. In addition to being messy, making bedding with water can take a lot of energy. The smaller you make the pieces of paper, the less work you will have to do later in the process. Add the pieces to the bowl and place the bowl in the sink. Add enough water to completely cover all of the paper. The temperature of the water does not matter. However, if you want to sift the paper with your hands to make sure all of the paper is thoroughly soaked, make sure the water is not too hot. After filling the bowl with water, allow the paper to soak for about five minutes before tearing it apart with your hands. Tear the paper into smaller pieces so that the water begins to look like a watery pulp. If you are impatient, you can start tearing the paper as soon as you add the water. However, the paper will be much easier to tear if you let it soak first. There are a few ways to drain the water—pouring the water and paper pieces into a colander or old t-shirt, or keeping the paper pieces in the original bowl and pouring out only the water. This step may be a little tricky, since you will have to be extra careful not to let any paper pieces go down the drain. To make this step easier, put...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Organiza tus materiales. Corta o rompe el papel en pedazos pequeños. Llena el recipiente con agua. Rompe el papel por segunda vez. Deshazte del agua. Haz bolas con el papel. Desmenuza las bolas de papel. Coloca el lecho en la jaula de tu hámster.


Making your own meals will dramatically cut costs, as opposed to eating out every meal. Europe doesn't have to be as expensive as they say it is. Living like a local will be much more rewarding than traveling like a tourist. Go to local supermarkets, bakeries, and general stores to get a feel for the local flavor. Not only will you save money, but you'll get an experience you cannot get at home and see things you've not seen before. If you're on a shoestring budget, don't fret. You can still find things to do that are either very cheap or free. Most bigger cities have an arts or theatre scene that is so lively you'll have more options than you can manage!  Time Out, Trip Advisor, and similar travel sites have comprehensive listing of things to do and see for some of the bigger cities in the world. If you find yourself in one of these cities, check it out to get the most out of your trip. Guidebooks can be great--but they can also be misleading. What happens when a popular guidebook lists a spot as a best kept secret that no one's going to? Everyone starts going to it. Do use it as a general guideline, but take everything with a grain of salt. Ask around. Who knows better than the locals? If you're staying at a hotel or hostel, ask the staff. If you're couchsurfing, sometimes your host will volunteer to show you the ropes. And if you're worried about the language, keep your eyes peeled. Where do the people seem to be flocking to? For safety purposes, every few days find an Internet cafe and email your parents or friends, so they know where you are in case of an emergency.  It's not difficult to get a cheap phone if you're staying in an area for a reasonably significant amount of time. It may be as simple as switching out your sim card. Only bring your computer if you're working or otherwise truly need it. Otherwise it will be cumbersome and you'll just worry about it being stolen. You're about to embark upon a journey that will be life changing. Let it. Meet new people, do things you didn't see yourself doing,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Compra lo necesario para preparar tus comidas en vez de comprarlas hechas. Investiga. Mantente en contacto. Aprovéchalo al máximo.


Making your waist appear smaller can create an hourglass shape and make your breasts appear larger. Choose a cinched or high-waisted clothing item to give your body a more fitted shape. Add a belt to your outfit for an increased fitted style. Loose, flowy tops can make your bust appear smaller. Horizontal lines can make your chest appear wider and help your breasts look larger. Thicker lines will have a stronger effect than thin horizontal lines. Offset your shirt with a solid-colored skirt or pair of pants to best accentuate your bust area. Some people might find horizontal stripes less flattering to their body type. Ruffled tops can also add some weight to your chest area without making your upper body look larger as a whole. Making your chest area the focal point of your outfit can make your breasts seem bigger. Wear a necklace, chest brooch, or pendant to draw attention to your bust. Short necklaces with a large medallion can heighten the illusion of a larger chest. Shapewear can make your chest appear larger while working with your natural body shape. Shaping tops with a built-in bra are ideal for increasing the size of your chest. Buy shapewear in-person to make sure you buy the right size.  Avoid buying shapewear that is too large. Baggy shapewear can cause unsightly wrinkles underneath your clothes. Wearing 2 seamless, smooth-cupped bras is also an option that can make your chest look bigger.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige prendas ajustadas para acentuar tus curvas si tienes cuerpo de reloj de arena. Ponte prendas con rayas horizontales. Elige un accesorio que puedas llevar sobre el pecho. Usa tops o bodis moldeadores para realzar el pecho.


Male frogs are the ones who seem to croak at night without stopping. They do this to attract mates around breeding spots — female frogs use the calls of the males to determine which ones are healthiest and most attractive. Females, on the other hand, don't usually make much noise. . This isn't to say that female frogs don't make any noise. Female frogs may occasionally croak or call out in response to something else. For instance, female frogs will "scream" when grabbed by a predator. However, they won't croak constantly at night like most male frogs. There's no nice way to say this — male frogs will occasionally "hump" things. In other words, they will climb onto something, grasp it with their forelegs, and press the underside of their bodies against it tight. They often won't use an obvious "thrusting" motion like a male dog, but their intention should be obvious. This isn't just restricted to female frogs (although this is often the case). Male frogs may "hump" or hug objects like plants or rocks. They may even hump other male frogs. Female frogs, however, will not hump. Some behaviors may seem like things that only male or female frogs would do, but in fact are not. A few of these are listed below:  Both male and female frogs will defend themselves or attempt to run if threatened. Both male and female frogs shed skin. Both male and female frogs will attempt to camouflage themselves against similarly-colored things. Male and female frogs of the same species have the same diet. It's not always easy to tell male and female tree frogs apart, especially if you are dealing with a very small species or a species without obvious male/female appearance variations. In these cases, you may want to consult an expert. Biologists, amphibian experts, veterinarians, and similar professionals can all be valuable resources.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escucha si croan durante la noche. Busca un comportamiento propenso a "montar". Aprende qué comportamientos no son representativos del sexo. Si todo lo demás falla, pregúntale a un criador experimentado o a un veterinario.


Male honey bees tend to be around 2 centimetres (0.79 in) long, which is slightly larger than female honey bees, which are normally 1.25 centimetres (0.49 in). The small size of the female bees, which are also known as worker bees, allow them to move quickly from flower to flower to pollinate and collect food for the nest.  Males tend to have bodies that are more rounded than females, making them less agile while in flight. The largest honey bee in the colony is the female queen bee, but it will only emerge from the nest when it's time to swarm. It's very unlikely that you will spot a queen bee outside of the nest! Female honey bees have smaller eyes on either side of their head that are proportional to their bodies. Male bees have very large eyes that make it easier for them to spot the queen as she is moving about.  The female bee's small, separated eyes help to locate flowers and plants to pollinate while in flight. The male bee's eyes will appear to touch at the top of the head, giving them a circular shape. Most honey bees seen pollinating are female worker bees. The large male, or drone, bees can normally be found in the area near the nest. Male bees won't venture too far from the location of the nest and the queen bee. Male bees will sometimes fly away from the nest in large groups to mate with other queens.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mide el tamaño de la abeja. Usa una lupa para inspeccionar cuidadosamente los ojos de la abeja. Toma nota de dónde encuentras a la abeja en relación con la ubicación del nido.


Manipulative people want to listen to what you have to say so they can find out your strengths and weaknesses.  They will ask you probing questions so that you will talk about your personal opinions and feelings. These questions usually begin with "What," "Why," or "How."  Their responses and actions are based on the information you have given them.  Always wanting you to speak first should not be considered manipulation on its own.  Take into consideration the other things the person does as well. The manipulative person will not reveal much personal information during these conversations but focus on you instead. If this behavior happens in the majority of the conversations you have with them, it may be a sign of manipulation. Although it may feel like genuine interest, keep in mind that there may be a hidden agenda behind all this questioning. If you try to get to know the person, and or they refuse to answer questions or quickly changes the subject, it may be not be genuine interest. Some people are naturally charming, but a manipulator uses charm to get something.  This person may compliment someone before making a request.  They may give a small gift or card before asking or say they will do a favor to get the other person to do something.  For example, someone may cook a nice dinner and be very sweet before asking the other person for money or help with a project. Be aware that while this sort of behavior is often quite harmless, you are not under any obligation to do something just because someone did something nice for you. Manipulators will persuade people to do something using force or threats.  They may yell at a person, criticize a person, or threaten a person to get him to do something.  The person might begin by saying, "If you do not do this, I will ___" or "I won't ___, until you ____." A manipulator will use this tactic to not only get a person to do something, but also to get them to stop doing a certain behavior. If a person manipulates facts or tries to overwhelm you with facts and...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Observa si la persona siempre quiere que hables primero. Observa si la persona usa su carisma para lograr cosas. Identifica el comportamiento coactivo. Presta atención a cómo la persona maneja los hechos. Observa si la persona siempre es un mártir o una víctima. Considera si su bondad es condicional. Observa los patrones de comportamiento.


Manly men don't have to look like Conan the Barbarian, but they do need to take care of their bodies. Fellow men and women alike admire strength and athleticism. If you're not already in good shape, immediately set aside some time in your schedule to exercise every day. Exercise will make you look and feel better. It can also help thwart depression, making you much better-suited for pursuing your other manly goals.Here are some steps you can take to develop your own manly physicality.  Lift weights. Strength-training exercises help build manly muscles and burn fat. Use proper technique and proceed slowly if you're new to weightlifting - you can hurt yourself with bad form. If you're unsure of how to proceed and you can afford it, hire a personal trainer. S/he will help you craft an exercise routine that fits your precise needs.  Manly men are aware of the image they project - stand up straight and walk with purpose. An erect posture makes you look confident and may even make you  feel  more confident. A slumped posture appears beaten or submissive. If you have high body fat, consider dieting. Dieting isn't womanly. It's responsible. Losing weight can decrease your risk for heart disease and other common health issues later in life. Real men don't run from challenges or try to shirk their obligations. Rather, they take pride in being reliable and responsible. If other people feel like they can trust you, you'll quickly learn to trust yourself, which will bring increased confidence. Responsibility comes in many forms, depending on the roles you take on. Here are just a few aspects of life that may require you to take on new responsibility:   If you're a husband or father, become a leader in your family. Take an active role in child-raising and/or balance the household budget, for instance. If you're a boyfriend, be a mature, reliable one. Plan dates and outings without being asked. Be emotionally available for your significant other when s/he needs it. If you have a career, commit yourself to it. Take on...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ponte en forma. Toma con gusto la responsabilidad. Sé un dínamo sexual. Mejora tu salud emocional. Agudiza tu intelecto. Desarrolla relaciones interpersonales satisfactorias. Sé distinto.


Manual and electric staplers have a release button, usually located at the rear of the staple gun. Sometimes it is easily identified as a gripped area covered in rubber. It is often at the end of the handle.  Medium and heavy wire staple guns generally load from the top, while most fine wire staplers are bottom load. You’ll want to make sure that the stapler is locked. If it's an electric staple gun, make sure that it is unplugged. This is the easiest way to insure that you're safe while using a staple gun. Squeeze the release button until the slide pops out or drops down and the spot for staples is visible.This should allow you to remove the pusher rod from the stapler.  If there are any staples remaining in the stapler, throw them away. Take this opportunity to clear your stapler of any dust or debris. Make sure the staple gun is being held upside down to easily load the staples. Insert the staples upside down into the slide.They should go in with the flat side of the staple being loaded first, and the sharp edges of the staple sticking up. Make sure that the staples you are using are the right size. If they are too big or too small they can jam the staple gun. They should fit snugly, but do not force additional staples into the slide if there is no room. All staples should be straight and consistent with each other.  Your staples should slide easily back and forth along the staple rail. No staples should be sticking up or leaning to one side. Mistakes are usually made in this step, when people try to load the staples facing the wrong way. Push the slide holding the staples back into place. Listen for a click to indicate it is in place and secure.  Be careful not to place your finger beneath the staple dispenser as you close it, or you may accidentally injure yourself. If your staple gun is electric, don’t plug it back in until you’ve completely closed it. Making sure that no one is is standing near you, place several pieces of paper between the magazine and the stapler base. Then slowly squeeze the trigger...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Encuentra el botón de desbloqueo. Pulsa el botón de desbloqueo. Voltea la pistola grapadora. Coloca las grapas en la pistola grapadora. Cierra la pistola grapadora. Prueba la pistola grapadora.


Manually go over the lawn with a convex rake. Use a power rake. You can rent it from some hardware or home improvement stores. Once you are done power raking your lawn, you will need to use a regular rake to sweep up the debris. If you have cool-season grasses, de-thatch the lawn between late summer and early fall. If you have warm-season grasses, de-thatch in late spring. Not enough air circulation will lead to moisture being trapped—and where there is excess moisture, there will be mushrooms. Get an aerator from a home improvement or hardware store, and go over your lawn with it. The aerator will pull out plugs of earth out of your lawn. This will help loosen the soil and let more air in. Consider aerating the ground with an aerator to prevent the mushrooms from sitting in a stale, moist environment.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Retira la hierba muerta para minimizar la sombra y crear una mayor circulación de aire. Asegúrate de que haya una circulación de aire suficiente al airear el césped.


Manually redlining a document is preferable if you're editing a document in an outdated version of Word or if you want more control over which changes are displayed. Manual redlining is compatible with all versions of Word. This tab contains tools such as text bolding, italicizing, and underlining. The Home tab is in the blue toolbar at the top of the screen. It's located right next to the "Underline" button. You'll use strikethrough to cross out undesired text. It's marked as a capital "A" with a colored (usually black) bar underneath. You'll use this tool to write new text different-colored ink. You can change the "Font Color" selection by clicking on the bar underneath "A", then selecting a new color from the drop-down menu. While text is highlighted, any tool you use will affect it--for example, clicking the "Font Color" button will change the highlighted text to whichever color the bar on the button is. This will demonstrate recommended deletion of the highlighted content. Otherwise, any following text that you type will automatically have a line through it. If you're retyping the strikethrough text, you'll want to do it in a different color than the default text. If your new text isn't a different color than the document's default text, change it to something highly visible (e.g., red or orange). This is your "editing" color. The line through the former text combined with your new, red-ink text will clearly show which text was "deleted" and the text replacing it. You need to clearly show which text you've added to the document. For example, use your editing color if you add a semicolon to a run-on sentence.  Your document has been successfully redlined! You can also click "File" in the upper left-hand corner of the screen and select "Save".

TL;DR in Spanish:

Abre el documento que quieras editar. Haz clic en la pestaña "Inicio" si está seleccionada otra pestaña. Busca el botón "Tachado" en la barra de herramientas. Busca el botón "Color de fuente" en la barra de herramientas. Haz clic y arrastra el cursor del ratón sobre la sección de texto no deseado para seleccionarlo. Haz clic en "Tachado" para colocar una línea que atraviese el texto seleccionado. Asegúrate de que haya un espacio entre el final del texto tachado y la palabra siguiente. Coloca el cursor al final del espacio que hay después del texto tachado. Haz clic en el botón "Color de fuente". Agrega el texto de reemplazo a continuación del texto tachado. Asegúrate de que todas las palabras que agregues estén con otro color. Repite los pasos 5 a 11 hasta que hayas terminado de editar por completo el documento. Presiona Control+G para guardar tu documento.


Manuals like The Milk Glass Book, Yesterday's Milk Glass, and Collectors Encyclopedia of Milk have hundreds of examples and photographs that you can look through to improve your milk glass identification skills. Get the manual and compare photos of authentic milk glass with the items that you own. You can purchase these books online. You can find authentic examples of milk glass items online or in specific catalogs. If you think you may have an expensive milk glass piece, compare it to an authentic photograph of the item. If it looks the same, there’s a good chance that it’s the same item. If you’re unsure if you have milk glass or if your piece is valuable, you should take it to an appraiser to get it professionally evaluated. Search online for antique appraisers near you.  A professional appraisal can cost anywhere from $100-$400. You can use websites like What’s It Worth to You, Value My Stuff, and  WorthPoint as a more affordable alternative to an in-person professional appraisal. These sites cost anywhere from $20-$40 for an appraisal.  Appraisers will sometimes be able to award the item with a certificate of authenticity and can sometimes give you the background or history of your item.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Compra un manual de coleccionistas de vidrio opalino. Mira los catálogos y sitios de internet de fabricantes de vidrio opalino. Haz que un profesional evalúe el artículo.


Manufacturers may choose to have their toilet models tested by Maximum Performance (MaP) a group that advocates for better toilet flush performance in North America.  The group maintains a public database of about 2,500 toilets that have undergone voluntary testing my MaP.  Access the site to see the flush performance of toilet models you may be considering.  MaP has set removal of 350 grams of waste per flush as the minimum acceptable level and the U.S. EPA's WaterSense Program sets the same minimum for their tank-type toilet specification.  Since participation in this testing program is voluntary, you won't find information for all toilets in the database. A high-efficiency toilet (HET) is one that uses 1.28 gallons (4.8 liters) of water per flush. Since a toilet accounts for one-third of your home water use, these can be a great way to save money on your water bill.  On the downside, staining and clogging can be an issue with some models, so do your research.  Check with your water utility company to see if they offer a rebate or some form of financial incentive if you install a high-efficiency toilet. High-efficiency toilets earn the U.S. EPA's WaterSense label, a designation that means among other things that they perform as well or better than their less efficient counterparts and are 20 percent more water efficient than average products in that category. These toilets use a separate tank to hold water under pressure.  When you flush, this water is released at high velocity and removes waste more thoroughly.  These toilets are more expensive and noisier than traditional models and could present a challenge should they need parts or need to be repaired. Standard toilet bowl height is 15", but you can purchase a toilet with a bowl height between 17" to 19"  These toilets, made to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, are easier on the back and the knees and more comfortable for older and/or taller adults.  Their added height comes with a bit of a higher price ($50-$100) and small children or...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Revisa el rendimiento del sistema de descarga de agua. Decide si quieres un modelo de alta eficiencia. Infórmate sobre los inodoros con asistencia por presión. Ten en cuenta tu comodidad. Considera un inodoro de doble descarga.


Manx cats have four different tail varieties.  “Rumpies” have no tail at all, and instead sport a dimple at the base of the spine where the tail would normally extend.  “Rumpy-risers” have a stubby tail of only one to three bones.  “Stumpies” have a short tail that is curved or kinked.  And finally, “longies” have tails that are almost as long as those of regular cats. Most breeders cut the tails off of longies, so unless you’re a breeder, you probably won’t encounter a longie. Manx cats are muscular and compact, with a sturdy skeleton.  They are medium to large in size with a wide chest. Their hind legs are noticeably longer than their front legs, giving them an appearance some have likened to rabbits. Males might be somewhat larger than females. When viewed from behind, the ears appear as a cradle or rocker shape.  The ears are broad-based and taper to a rounded tip. Manx cats have broad faces. There are two varieties of Manx coats.  Short-haired Manxes have a long overcoat with a dense, fluffy undercoat.  The hair of the overcoat might feel coarse even though it looks fluffy.  If you pet the cat during summer or late spring, the fur might feel thin due to spring shedding.  The long-haired Manx has a silky coat of medium length, and tufts of fur between its toes and around its ears. White Manxes might have a softer coat than Manxes of other colors. Manxes have large, round eyes.  The outer corners of the eyes will point up slightly toward the ears, while the lower corners will angle down and inward slightly toward the nose. Eye color in Manxes varies.  Green, hazel, gold, copper, and blue are all common.  Some Manxes are odd-eyed (that is, each eye has a different color). Male Manxes weigh around 10-12 pounds (4.5-5.4 kg).  Females weigh about 8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg).  Weigh your cat on a scale to determine if it falls within or near breed averages. Manxes feel surprisingly heavy when lifted. Manxes come in a wide variety of colors, so using color to identify one can be difficult.  Common colors include...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mira la cola. Mira su cuerpo. Verifica la cabeza para buscar una forma de cuna. Toca al gato. Busca ojos grandes. Pesa a tu gato. Usa el color para identificar al gato.


Many Goan bars serve homemade Feni that is made by local families. Nerul, Assagao, Siolim, and Panjim all have bars that serve Feni to locals and tourists alike.  Many of these bars and restaurants will also serve Southern Indian cuisine, which pairs well with Feni. During April and May, Urak is also available at many bars in Goa. Urak is made from the first distillation of the cashew apples, while Feni is made from the second.  Goa is the only place in the world that makes Feni. Feni is still a relatively rare drink to find outside of Goa. However, some cocktail bars in Chicago have started experimenting with this alcohol to introduce Feni to the US. Bartenders are exploring different flavor combinations with Feni. These include mixing Feni with rum, date syrup, rose syrup, and grapefruit juice. While Feni is difficult to come across outside of Goa, some US websites sell this liquor online. Use a search engine to find a Feni retailer near you. Limited liquor stores are also beginning to sell Feni in the US. These are located in Chicago, Texas, Georgia, and Illinois.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Visita Goa para vivir una experiencia tradicional de feni. Dirígete a un bar de cócteles en Chicago para probar el feni si vives en Estados Unidos. Compra feni en línea para probarlo en casa.


Many abstract artists say that this allows them to be closer to the work. Also, if you're creating a gestural, or action, abstract painting, it will be easier to apply the paint in a variety of ways. Don't feel as though you can't move the canvas while you're painting. In fact, you may create unique designs by starting on the floor and then moving the canvas upright while the paint is still wet. With gestural abstract art, you're not attempting to represent an image. Instead, focus on the process of applying the paint. Try a variety of applications and see what you like. Since this is more about the process of painting, you don't need to worry about creating a specific palette to work from before you begin. Instead, work on the colors as you're painting. Pouring paint on the canvas is simply one way to create a totally unique and unplanned image. Pour as much or as little paint as you like. You can also vary the distances from which your pour paint onto your canvas. Pouring from a great height will most likely create splatters, while pouring closer will offer more control and precision. Use whatever implement you like and dip in the paint. Then, flick the tool in order to splatter the paint or hold it over the canvas, allowing the paint to drip. You can use brushes, straws, squirt bottles, or old toothbrushes to splatter or drip the paint. If there's one thing that most abstract artists agree on, it's that an abstract painting shouldn't represent reality. One of the best ways to remove yourself from accidentally painting a recognizable form is to paint with your eyes closed. Allow the brush and paint to move over the canvas without worrying about the image you're creating. This type of painting is more about the experience than the outcome. Do not go back to improve or touch it up. Abstract artists don't think about the outcome; they just stop when they feel ready. Do not overwork your painting, but learn to finish it the moment you feel it is finished.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pon el lienzo en el suelo. Despeja tu mente. Mezcla la pintura directamente sobre el lienzo. Vierte la pintura en el lienzo (opcional). Salpica o has gotear la pintura sobre el lienzo (opcional). También puedes cerrar los ojos y pintar. Detente cuando la pintura parezca completa.


Many animal rescues depend on volunteers, and one of the best ways you can help a rescue pet who experienced abuse is to help the shelter overall. If you have experience working with abused animals, let the shelter know.  You may not work directly with abused animals if you do not have experience in that area, but volunteering your time helps give trained shelter staff more time to work with these abused animals. Go online and fill out a volunteer application for your local shelter or call them and ask to see if they have any volunteer openings. If you cannot volunteer with a shelter or rescue agency, consider donating money or necessary supplies. Shelters are often underserved and underfunded. A direct monetary donation can help them get the things they need to operate correctly, while a donation of toys, food, leashes, dishes, or other goods can directly benefit the pets they service.  Contact your local rescue and ask them, “What are the procedures for donating to your shelter? Do you accept donations of supplies, or just monetary donations?” Be sure to follow the rescue’s donation policy. They may not be able to accept items that are gently used, or they may not be able to accept supplies donations at all. Ask them specifically what they need and what they are allow to take. When rescues cannot house an animal, either due to capacity or to due to the abilities of the dog, they turn to foster homes where the animal lives until it has recovered and can be adopted. Volunteer to foster an dog by calling your local rescue and letting them know you are open to working with abused animals in your home.  Fostering an abused animal may require some commitment beyond a normal foster situation. You may be responsible for getting the animal to and from the vet, physical therapy, and training. Abused animals may live in their foster homes for several months before being ready for adoption. They will require extra time and patience from their foster home.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ofrécete como voluntario en un refugio. Dona suministros o dinero. Acoge a un perro.


Many anti-aging treatments can work to minimize the appearance of wrinkles or age spots. However, there is no miracle cure for aging, and most anti-aging treatments are only temporary, cosmetic fixes. Still, if you wish to have skin that looks more youthful, there are many products and treatments on the market that may give you a fresher, less wrinkled appearance. Because anti-aging creams are considered to be cosmetics and not medicine, they have not been as thoroughly tested as most prescription products. However, there are certain ingredients that can promote a more youthful complexion. Be on the lookout for products that contain:  Retinol Vitamin C Niacinamide Coenzyme Q10 Hydroxy Acids Anti-inflammatories such as tea extracts and grape seed extract Many anti-aging treatments include petroleum jelly or sulfates. While these ingredients might have a small effect on the appearance of wrinkles, they also can lead to blemishes or dried-out skin. Avoid these ingredients if you want to benefit fully from an anti-aging cream.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Fija expectativas realistas. Compra cremas antiarrugas sin receta médica. Evita los ingredientes que obstruyan los poros o resequen la piel.


Many automotive badges are held on with a simple adhesive, but some utilize clips or rivets that pass through the body of the vehicle and can leave holes behind.  The way the badges are fastened will determine how you go about removing them.  If your badges include clips that fasten to the body, removing your badges will require body work that includes filling the holes and repainting that component of the body of the car (at minimum).  This should be done at a professional body shop.  While you can determine if there are clips or rivets used as you remove the adhesive, you have to remove much of the badge first to see if it is.  You can often find out how your badges are attached to your vehicle by conducting an internet search.  Try searching something like, “how to remove badges on a 2004 Mustang GT.” Your vehicle’s repair manual should indicate how the badges are fastened in order to replace them if they are damaged. Removing the trim on the interior of the body component will allow you to see if there are clips passing through the body of the vehicle. Removing adhesive is much easier when it has been warmed up.  One easy way to do so is to fill a thermos with hot water to pour over the badges.  Make sure the water is hot enough to be steaming, but not boiling, as that can damage the paint on the car and burn you. Pour the hot water onto the body of the car, just above the badge.  This will allow the water to contact some adhesive as well as to warm the rest of the adhesive through the badge.    If you don’t have a thermos, you can use any type of water container as long as you get it to the badge before it cools. Boiling water may damage the paint and could burn you.  Use hot water, but not boiling. Softer adhesive will let go under pressure and can more easily be separated from the body. You may also choose to spray an adhesive remover all along the edges of the badge.  Adhesive remover can be purchased at most office supply or big box retail stores and can help when removing the badges as well as the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina cómo se adhieren las insignias al vehículo. Utiliza agua caliente para ablandar el adhesivo. Utiliza removedor de adhesivo para suavizar el pegamento. Utiliza una secadora de cabello para calentar el adhesivo.


Many banks like to hire loan officers with a prior background in the industry, especially if the employee doesn’t have a college degree. Some look for as much as five or more years of experience, or an equivalent in a related field. You will want to get as much experience as possible in banking. However, an aspiring loan officer can also gain the needed experience in related fields like customer service or sales. Keep in mind that banks usually provide some kind of on-the-job training to loan officers. If hired, you will probably have to complete a mix of company-sponsored instruction and a few months of informal training. Some loan officers work a normal, salaried 40-hour week, but many do not. Your schedule as a loan officer will most likely depend on several factors. For one, demand for loans is higher in good economic times and when interest rates are low. If you are working on commission, you may find that, when interest rates rise, you have to put in much longer hours to make ends meet. In general, loan officers work very flexible schedules. Mortgage officers may have to work at night or be willing to take calls at all hours. Commercial loan officers may also travel to arrange loan agreements. At some point you will take the plunge and apply. Keep your eyes open for positions. If you are already in banking, let colleagues know that you are interested in moving into loans. You may find an opening at your current job or be able to arrange an internal transfer. If not, check listings online on websites like Linkedin or in your newspaper’s classified section. Most of the jobs in the industry will appear at places like banks, credit unions, or lending institutions. Another option is to become an “independent loan originator.” This basically means that you are a self-employed loan officer. Do not think that is an easy way to go. To become one you will still need to meet all the usual education and licensing standards and register with the Federal Housing Administration. You will also need to get insurance as...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Desarrolla experiencia en la industria. Prepárate para tener un horario duro. Envía solicitudes para diferentes puestos. Especialízate en un tipo específico de préstamo. Obtén la licencia adecuada.


Many bartending job applicants go into their job interviews unprepared. If you look at bartending as a quick fix or so easy to do that you don't need to prepare, you will not get the job. Just like you would for any job, show up to the interview with a positive, friendly attitude and respect for the position.  Dress the part. Your appearance will be a factor when it's time to interview for a job. If you want a gig at a fancy restaurant, dress professionally. If you want a job at a hip club, dress edgy. If a dive bar gig is fine by you, dress tough. Most bars are going for a certain look or image, whether they tell you that or not. Be ready to show your skills. Don't show up without knowing how to make a martini. If you have a fun, charismatic personality, your lack of experience won't matter nearly as much. Tell some funny anecdotes and crack a lot of jokes. Make it clear that you love talking to people, telling stories, and lending an ear. A bartender's job is fun, but there's also a lot of responsibility involved. You have to open and close the bar, handle cash and credit cards, make sure you don't serve minors, and stop serving people who've had enough to drink. Show that you're mature and capable of handling the types of situations that are bound to arise late at night when the alcohol is flowing.

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Prepárate para tu entrevista correctamente. Sé simpático. Sé responsable.


Many bladder control problems are caused by weak pelvic muscles that have become stretched during childbirth. As a result, the bladder sags and stretches the urethra’s opening. If you believe your bladder control issues are due to childbirth, do Kegel exercises regularly to tighten pelvic muscles.  To do a Kegel exercise, first identify your pelvic floor muscles by stopping urination in midstream. The muscles you use to do this are your pelvic muscles. Get a sense of what it feels like to move these muscles. Tighten these muscles for five seconds, and then relax them for five seconds. Repeat four or five times in a row. Work up to to the point where you are contracting the muscles for 10 seconds at a time. Make sure you are not simply contracting your abdomen, thigh, or butt muscles. Try not to hold your breath. Perform the Kegel exercises three times a day, making 10 repetitions at a time. These drinks are diuretics, which means that they take fluid from swollen areas of the body and direct it to the bladder. The bladder fills fast, causing it to leak.  Choose decaffeinated drinks. Drinks with caffeine in them, such as sodas or coffee, will fill the bladder up fast. It’s normal to pass urine every three to four hours, but the urge can be more frequent if you’re drinking large volumes of these beverages. Try not to drink a lot of fluids at once if you have this issue.  By losing weight, you can also also reduce pressure on your bladder. Quitting smoking can also help you control urine leakage, according to some studies. If this is a persistent problem – if you pee frequently when laughing or performing minimal duties – you should see a medical professional to diagnose what’s causing it. Your doctor may suggest adult diapers, and may be able to provide advice on the types to wear. As with anything medical-related, you should see a doctor to make sure that there is no underlying cause that is particularly serious. It’s better to get it checked out than to guess what’s going on.  If your leaks are usually light,...

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Aprieta los músculos pélvicos. No consumas alcohol ni cafeína. Usa pañales para adultos a fin de controlar tu vejiga. Ve al baño con frecuencia. Acude a un doctor para descartar los problemas de salud subyacentes.


Many books now come with dust jackets. These paper coverings are generally glossy or matte in finish. While they’re attractive, they often get dusty and may also tear. Use your soft cloth to gently brush any dust or dirt off the jacket.

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Many brakes have squealers installed on them which will indicate when your brake pads start to wear thin. These squealers will let out a loud, high-pitched sound when your brake pads get too thin. You can see if your brakes have squealers by taking off the wheel. It will be a small tab of metal next to your pads. If you push the brake down to the floor but your car doesn’t come to an immediate stop, your brake pads might be worn down. A pulsating or vibrating brake pedal may mean your rotors are warped. A mechanic will be able to better evaluate the issue. Pulling to one side as you come to a stop is an indication that one side of the brakes are more worn than the other side. If you notice your car pulling to one side when you press the brake pedal, check that side's front tire and make sure that the brake pad isn't worn down. Some older cars and rear brake systems may have brake shoes instead of pads. These are cylindrical metal rings that fit around your wheel's rotors. If you suspect that your brake shoes are bad, you should take your car to a mechanic so that they can inspect them.  The exterior "braking material" (usually made of metal) should measure the same thickness on both sides. You can take measurements of the material with a ruler. Rear brake shoes are good for 30,000–40,000 miles (48,000–64,000 km) and can last twice as long as your front brakes.

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Escucha los frenos mientras los accionas. Siente los frenos al presionarlos. Observa si el pedal pulsa o vibra. Presta atención si tu carro va hacia un lado cuando te detienes. Contrata a un profesional para inspeccionar los frenos traseros.


Many broom sticks are threaded, which allows you to unscrew the broom head from the broom stick. Having the broom head separated from the stick can make it easier to clean your broom.

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Many businesses now have security cameras recording their parking lots. Also, your community might have installed cameras that record streets, schools, and other government buildings. You should try to access this security footage, which could help identify the thief.  Stop into your town office or city hall and ask about checking security footage. Have a copy of your police report with you. Tell them the day and time you think the car was stolen. You can also stop into private businesses and asks. Also show them a copy of your police report. Avoid delay. Sometimes, businesses delete or film over security footage. Cab drivers are almost always on the road, so they are good “eyes” to have looking for your car. You can call up local cab companies and offer a reward for information leading to the recovery of your car.  Make sure to provide a detailed description and offer a sweet enough reward so that cab drivers have an incentive to find the car. Some people think $100 is enough, but you should probably offer closer to $500. Whenever someone registers, titles, or services your car, the VIN will be entered into a database. You can purchase a vehicle history report at the AutoCheck website for $30-40. Check this report for any entries after the date your car was stolen.  In the United States, you can also use the VinCheck feature at the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) website. This website finds cars that are reported as stolen or salvaged.  Contact the police in the area where the car has been registered or serviced. Explain that your car was stolen and share your copy of the police report and your vehicle history report. If the thief parks your car and gets a ticket, then that information is entered into your city’s database. Go online and search your car’s license plate number. If you find that it has been parked somewhere, call the police and tell them where. The thief might try to sell your car online. Often, they will post a picture and other identifying information, so you can scroll through...

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Revisa las grabaciones de seguridad. Contacta con compañías de taxis. Rastrea el auto usando el VIN. Revisa el sitio web de transporte de la ciudad. Busca autos en venta en línea. Informa a la policía cuando encuentres el auto.


Many can be found online and most are trustworthy -- it's a simple mathematical equation that is the same across all boards. However, for a more reputable source, the BMI calculator or chart can be found at the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services website or at your local physician's office. Most calculators have options for both standard and metric measurements. You'll also need to report your gender into the BMI calculator for more accurate results.  You can do it manually, if you so choose. For standard measurements:  Take your height in inches and square it. If you are 70 inches (177.8 cm) tall, take 70 x 70. Take your weight divided by that number. If you are 150 pounds, that's 150/4900. That's .0306. Then, take that number and times it by 703. There's your BMI. For this instance, that's 21.6.   For metric measurements:  Square your height. If you are 1.77 meters (5.8 ft) tall, that's 1.77 x 1.77. In other words, 3.13. Divide your weight by that number. If you're 68 kilograms, that 68 divided by 3.13, or 21.6. Your BMI. There are four categories: underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obese. Remember, these are general guidelines.  You are underweight if the index results are under 18.5. You are at your target weight if you the index results are between 18.5 and 24.9. You are considered overweight if your index results are between 25 and 29.9. You are considered obese if you have a BMI of 30 or greater. Your risk for certain diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and certain cancers increases with your BMI.

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Encuentra una tabla de IMC o usa la fórmula matemática. Ingresa tu peso y tu altura. Encuentra tu IMC en las tablas de resultados, que te indicaran si estas en alguna de las cuatro categorías existentes:


Many canine diseases can pass from a mother dog to her puppies.  Have your veterinarian examine your dog before you breed her to minimize the risk of passing a genetic disease to the puppies.  Heritable diseases can affect the bones, joints, heart, teeth, skin, blood cells, kidneys, liver, nervous system (brain and spinal cord), digestive tract, reproductive organs, and the immune system.  Some common examples include hip dysplasia, allergies, cryptorchidism, and hernias.  Certain breeds have an increased risk of heritable diseases. Think about your dog’s (and the male dog’s) personality and behavior.  Some scientific studies show that aggression can be genetic.  You should breed friendly dogs that do not have aggressive tendencies. Foods that have passed the AAFCO feeding tests will read, “Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that _____ provides complete and balanced nutrition for ______ .” Feeding your dog high-quality food prior to pregnancy can improve her and her puppies’ health. Although puppies are very cute, they also require a lot of time, attention, and clean-up.  Puppies typically stay with their mother for 8 weeks after birth, longer if you have trouble finding them a home. Raising multiple puppies will take a lot of your time and energy, not to mention it can be expensive. If your dog has trouble delivering her puppies, emergency veterinary treatment will be necessary. Cesarean sections (C-sections) can be very expensive, so be prepared to shell out some cash if there is an emergency. There is a dog overpopulation problem in the United States, meaning that there are more dogs than there are homes for them. According to the ASPCA, 1,200,000 dogs are euthanized in shelters each year. For each puppy that your dog delivers, there could be one less home available for a shelter dog.

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Asegúrate de que tu perra sea una buena candidata para cruzarla. Alimenta a tu perra con una comida para perros de buena calidad que haya pasado las pruebas relevantes de alimentación, como la de la Asociación Americana de Oficiales Controladores de Alimentos (AAFCO, por sus siglas en inglés). Conoce los hechos antes de cruzarla. Considera adoptar un perro de un albergue en lugar de cruzar a tu perra.


Many cases of bad breath are caused by a dry mouth, which allows bacteria to flourish. Avoid this by drinking plenty of water throughout the day to keep your mouth wet and fresh smelling. Stay away from fluids that dehydrate you, like coffee, alcohol, and colas, which can actually worsen your bad breath.  To keep hydrated, adults should drink at least 15.5 cups (3.7 L) per day. Some prescription medications can also cause you to have a dry mouth. If you’re not sure whether a medication you’re on dries out your mouth, ask your doctor. Brushing your teeth only cleans about 60% of the surface of your teeth, leaving 40% still dirty. Over time, the plaque and bacteria on these dirty surfaces of your teeth can start to smell bad, giving you potent breath. Prevent this potential bad breath by flossing daily. You’ll be most likely to remember to floss if you do it at a consistent time day after day. For example, floss right after dinner each night. to improve the smell of your breath. Not only are cigarettes (and other forms of tobacco) bad for your health, but they give smokers chronic bad breath. Smoking also dries out your mouth (similarly to alcohol), and allows foul-smelling bacteria to build up in the oral cavity. Even if you don’t smoke cigarettes, other types of smoking can lead to bad breath. Smoking cigars, vaping, and smoking marijuana can all cause bad-smelling breath. Drinking alcohol alters the balance of bacteria in your mouth, leading to frequent bad breath. All types of alcohol (but especially hard liquors like whiskey and vodka) also dry out your mouth and lead to stale-smelling breath. So, if you’re a drinker and you find yourself with frequent bad breath, cut back on the alcohol consumption. In order to be considered a moderate drinker, men under 65 should have no more than 2 drinks a day. Women of all ages and men over 65 should have no more than 1 drink a day. Taking probiotics may help with bad breath, so it’s something to consider. Look for a probiotic that contains lactobacilli. Ask your...

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Mantente hidratado para mantener tu boca con un olor fresco. Usa hilo dental a diario para retirar las partículas de alimento que pueden causar mal aliento. Deja de fumar Disminuye la cantidad de alcohol que bebas a fin de reducir el mal aliento. Toma un suplemento probiótico a diario. Reduce el consumo de alimentos procesados y consume más alimentos naturales. Consume frutas y vegetales crujientes y frescos como parte de una dieta saludable.


Many cats do not have the enzymes necessary to digest dairy products. While cats enjoy the taste of cream and milk, you may want to offer other types of foods as a reward instead. This will make your cat less prone to outbreaks of diarrhea. For cats, constipation may be caused by litter box issues. Cats do not like using a messy litter box, and may hold in stools if their box is dirty. Be sure to clean your litter box every day to prevent constipation. If you're changing up an animal's food, do so gradually. Sudden changes in diet can cause diarrhea or constipation.  At first, feed your pet half of its new food and half of its hold food. Gradually increase the amount of the old food until your pet is comfortably eating the new food.

TL;DR in Spanish:

No alimentes a los gatos con lácteos. Mantén la caja de arena limpia. Dale alimentos nuevos poco a poco.


Many celebrities, including Taylor Swift, tweet and post regularly throughout the day. These tweets and posts may lead to clues about where she is staying, the restaurants and shops she frequents, or where she will be later in the day. Visit these spots to increase your chances of meeting Taylor Swift.  On Instagram, analyze photos for clues like shop names, street signs, and landmarks to identify places or areas that she frequents. Taylor Swift's Twitter handle is @taylorswift13. You can find her official Instagram account and Facebook page by typing @taylorswift. These blogs typically contain helpful information about places Taylor frequents in New York and Nashville, TN, her places of residence. If a fan happens to run into Taylor Swift, they usually post information about where they saw her and at what time. Type “Taylor Swift fan blog” in your search engine to find fan blogs. These sites may also post about future events where she will be in attendance, like award shows and charity events. Visit http://www2.taylorswift.com/mailing-list/ to join her mailing list. By joining her mailing list, you will get access to pre-sale tickets and information, special promotions, and news and updates. Join Taylor's mailing list now to increase your chances of meeting her. Tabloid websites and entertainment websites post up-to-the-minute pictures and information about celebrities, including Taylor Swift. Search these websites regularly to find updates about Taylor Swift’s whereabouts. Check out websites like TMZ, Perez Hilton, Celebrity Gossip, E! Online, and Google Entertainment News. Music celebrities like Taylor Swift tend to spend a lot of time in cities like NYC, Nashville, and L.A. Type in your search engine “NYC Celebrity Restaurant Sightings Taylor Swift,” for example. Click on sites in the results list that identify places where Taylor Swift has been to or frequents regularly. If you live in one of these cities, or are planning a trip to one of them, visit these VIP hangouts regularly to increase your chances...

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Sigue a Taylor en Twitter e Instagram. Revisa los blogs dedicados a Taylor Swift. Agrega tu correo electrónico a la lista de correo oficial de Taylor. Visita los sitios web sensacionalistas y lee las noticias del entretenimiento. Busca en Internet los locales más prestigiosos. Participa en un concurso de redes sociales.


Many charities run events throughout the year, ones where you can join and help them raise money. For instance, you could join a fundraising run or walk, where you get people to sponsor you. You can run a carnival at a park or on the street, if you contact the city and pay a certain amount. However, you may also get a church building or other large community building to donate space if they also believe in the charity. Charge a small entry fee to the event, and get people in the community to host small games, where the money goes back to the charity. If you can, get a band to donate their time, and try to have food on hand for sale, from small vendors or trucks. You may also be able to get local businesses to donate food in an effort to get people out to the event. You can hold a competition for anything from baking to costume design. Get someone to donate prizes, and have each person pay an entry fee (the part that raises money). This event can raise even more money if you get local celebrities to judge the event. That is, you can have dance-a-thons, walk-a-thons, or any other kind of marathon competition you can think of. Basically, you have people pay to enter. The last person standing (or dancing) at the end is the winner. Don't forget to have prizes for the winners, along with beverages on hand. That is, you can have an event where people volunteer to be "locked up." It's best if the people who volunteer are local celebrities. Then, other people pay so much money to bail them out.

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Únete a un evento patrocinado. Organiza un carnaval. Organiza una competencia. Prueba con las competencias de resistencia. Prueba con la temática de la cárcel.


Many children have their tonsils out to prevent them from getting infected. While it is scary and uncomfortable, after you heal you will probably be sick much less often.  Your doctor will tell you and your parents about what medications you will get to make you sleep during the operation. When you wake up it will be over. You will also get medications to prevent it from hurting a lot afterwards while it heals. After the surgery eating cold, soft foods will help soothe the wound as it heals. You can ask your parents to stock up on things like:  Ice cream Popsicles Pudding Applesauce Juice Yogurt Most people who get their tonsils out do not need to stay overnight in the hospital. But even when you are at home, you should stay in bed for a few days. After that you will need to play quietly for about two weeks. Activities to plan include:  Getting movies to watch Finding new books to read Playing computer games Doing arts and crafts If you have things you are afraid of, they will be able to help explain what the doctor said. They will be able to comfort you and tell you that they will be waiting for you when you wake up after the surgery. Many adults also had their tonsils out when they were children. Ask your parents what their experiences were. These procedures help you get control of your thoughts. This can help you to stop worrying and feeling panicky. These are some easy methods that you can use when you have a few quiet minutes:   Deep breathing. During this technique you focus on breathing slowly and deeply. This makes you slow down and fully inflate your lungs. Focusing on it will help you to clear your mind. It is also sometimes called belly breathing because your belly moves as you breathe. When you breathe shallowly, your chest moves.  Meditation. To meditate, you sit in a comfortable position in a peaceful location. You can also do it while lying in your bed at night. Then try to clear your mind so that you are not thinking or worrying about anything. Sometimes it can help to repeat a word or phrase...

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Pregúntale a tu doctor cuánto dolerá. Planifica comer alimentos fríos y sabrosos después de la cirugía. Planifica actividades tranquilas para después de la cirugía. Habla con tus padres sobre tus preocupaciones. Usa técnicas de relajación.


Many churches retain records of the baptisms that were conducted within their walls.  You may be able to have them provide you a copy of your or your child’s baptismal record directly.  Some churches may no longer retain copies of baptismal records from many years ago due to space restrictions. Some churches submit their records to a centralized record keeping location. Church officials may be able to direct you to the correct place to request a copy of your or your child’s certificate. In many cases, churches submit their documents to a parent parish to be printed in large volumes called Baptism Registers.  If your church was a small “branch” church, the parent parish probably retains records on their behalf.  Some churches retain their own records as well as submitting them to a parent parish for inclusion in the Baptismal Register. Churches do not usually maintain baptism databases so you will need to know the exact date of the baptism in order to make finding it possible. You may find that the church the baptism was conducted at has since closed.  In these cases, records are transferred from the church to the next highest authority for that religion in the area.  Use the internet to find out what Diocese or alternate authority the church fell under before it closed. Contact that authority to request a copy of the baptismal record.

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Ubica la iglesia donde se realizó el bautizo. Identifica la parroquia matriz de la iglesia. Contacta a la diócesis a la que pertenecía la iglesia, si esta ya ha cerrado.


Many cities and counties, particularly in more populous areas, have their arrest records available online as a searchable database. You'll need basic identification information about the person for whom you're searching.  If the city or county has its arrest records online, this can save you a lot of time because you can search several locations quickly without having to make a lot of phone calls or drive all over the city. You typically can find out if an online database is available by doing a general internet search for "arrest records" and the name of the city or county. You may want to include your state as well to narrow the results, since some cities or counties have relatively common names and may exist in many parts of the country. Look for a website with a URL that has a .gov or a .us extension. While not every city or county website uses these extensions, that's the easiest way to make sure you've got an official website. Keep in mind that arrest records are public information. You should never pay a fee to look up arrest records online. At a minimum, you'll need to know the person's full legal name to search the arrest records and find out anything useful. If the person has an extremely common name, you may need additional information to distinguish them.  Searching an online database can be less forgiving than talking to someone in person. If you don't have the person's exact legal name, or know the correct spelling, you may not retrieve any results. You also can't overlook the possibility that the person's name may have been entered incorrectly in the database, even as the result of a simple typo. For example, you may be looking for someone named "Sarah Lincoln," but if the person who entered her information in the database typed it as "Sarah Lincoln" by mistake, you may not find her. Many online databases allow you to provide additional information if you have it, such as the person's gender and their age or birthdate. As with their name, you can't guess – it needs to be the exact information...

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Busca el sitio web policial de la ciudad o el condado. Proporciona la información de la persona. Obtén los resultados. Considera también verificar los condados vecinos.


Many cities does not have the same environment as towns and counties. Accept the reality that you may not be able to do the same activities or see the same sights in the city. Everything can take longer in a city, such as traveling from A to B, waiting for service, getting help from tradespersons, etc. Be prepared to wait! The most direct and fastest routes are typically the easiest to learn when moving into a new city. After time and getting routes down, you can then determine if side streets or other highways are better or worse for you.

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Prepárate para diferentes estilos de vida. Busca las rutas más directas.


Many college applications have an essay question. The essay will respond to your choice of prompts provided by the application. Make sure you read and follow the prompts carefully to make sure you're addressing everything.  College essay prompts are usually designed to help you showcase your value as potential scholar. Prompts often ask you to talk about a difficult experience you've overcome or comment on something to do with current events or history. Make sure you read the prompt carefully. You want to make sure you're writing to the prompt. A prompt might ask you to, say, compare and contrast your world outlook now as opposed to when you were in kindergarten. You might write a wonderful, insightful essay describing your current world outlook, but if you neglect to compare your current self to your former self you're not addressing the prompt. College applications boards will notice if you fail to follow directions.  You should also follow the most basic directions when answering essay questions. For example, don't write a 1,000 word essay if the prompt asks for a 1,000 character essay. College admissions boards see thousands of essay each year. If you want your essay to stand out, you'll need to focus on highlighting your best self. Spend some time working on your essay. Take it as an opportunity to showcase the best version of yourself.  Before you start writing, consider what you want an admissions board to know about you. What do you consider your best qualities? What unique talents and perspectives would you bring to this college or university? How can you fit these attributes into the essay prompt provided?  If you're struggling to start, ask your friends and family members to make a list of your most noticeable qualities. This can help you get a sense of what you should brag about in the application essay.  Try to use your own voice in a slightly elevated style. You should strive to write high quality prose in a college application essay, but you do not need to write an academic paper. Try to keep...

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Sigue las indicaciones del ensayo con cuidado. Escribe para mostrar la mejor versión de tu persona. Piensa en el público. Revisa. Revisa para detectar los errores.


Many colleges and universities offer post-graduate CPA courses that include passing the Uniform CPA Examination, and other skills and requirements as defined by your particular state. Some colleges offer extended resources similar to what is offered by self-study providers, including video and mp3 recordings of lectures for later review or to stay caught up when family or schedules interfere.

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