Show respect to whomever or whatever has defeated you. Shake hands with your opponent, and congratulate her on a job well done. Whether you lost a fight, a debate, or a competition, try not to resort to pettiness. You won't be able to reverse the results by complaining about them, or by acting bitter toward the winner. Be as polite and gracious as possible. Thank them for their time and congratulate them on their skills and their win. If you are a gracious loser, the victor will likely feel uncomfortable boasting about their win in front of you. This changes the situation from a winner-loser game to a moment between two people who respect each other and have just finished an enjoyable pastime. If others will judge you for being defeated, let them do so. You know who you are, and you don't need to justify yourself to someone else who doesn't know your heart. Be your own center. Losing with class turns your loss into a much bigger victory than any win would.  Others have a responsibility to encourage everyone to participate. If they forget their role, you must not forget yours. Be excited about pursuing your interests. If your opponent is mocking you, that means they're worried that you might be motivated by your loss. Ignore them; the more you listen to them, the more you accept their words as fact. If you blame another person, group, or set of circumstances for your defeat, you will keep yourself from accepting what happened. If you blame yourself, you will make yourself miserable, and you'll miss out on the chance to grow from the experience. Try to take the situation exactly as it is: what happened, happened, and no amount of blaming will reverse that. Think about what happened. Did practice prepare you for the situation you faced? Did your team communicate well? Whatever the case, try to address it at the next practice. Praise them for a particularly clever or effective move. This has the added benefit of letting you take effective strategies from them and figure out flaws in their strategy. If your...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pierde con gracia. No dejes que la crítica te afecte. No le eches la culpa a nadie. Concéntrate en admirar el buen desempeño de tu oponente en lugar de concentrarte en tu propia derrota. Admite que te equivocaste.


Show that you are truly interested in them by learning as much as you can.  Take a genuine interest in what they share with you.  Follow this up with more questions.  The vulnerability and personal nature of learning more about the other person will lead to intimacy.Try these questions:  How does that make you feel? What can I do to help? One of the most commonly listed turn-offs is someone who does not maintain eye contact.  Attention should not be shared with other people in the room or other parts of the body.  Getting to know someone on the inside is best done through the eyes. Remember the other person wants to feel just as sexy and irresistible as you do.  So, do unto others and see how well they respond to you.  Once they feel sexy and appreciated, they will definitely want more.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz preguntas. Haz contacto visual. Practica la regla de oro.


Show that you're willing to help out your parents or guardians, and they may be less angry or strict. Wash the dishes, take out the trash, care for pets, or clean up after a younger siblings. If you're serious about trying to get the punishment to end early, follow the restrictions your parents have put down. If they discover you didn't obey them, they may even increase the length of your punishment. Your parents might watch your behavior to siblings, older relatives, and family friends when deciding whether to keep punishing you. Be nice to your siblings or anyone else who lives in your house, and make an effort to talk politely with your parents' friends. Retreating to your room and sulking may make your parents more irritated at you. One of the most convincing ways to show you're making an effort is to volunteer to go with them to family events, such as visiting relatives or visiting a restaurant. If you're too angry to stay polite with your parents, try an activity that doesn't involve much talking, such as watching a movie together. Your parents probably know that you're acting extra-nice because you want to get off punishment. The longer you keep acting this way, preferably a few days or more for a longer-term punishment, the more likely you are to convince your parents that you deserve less punishment.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ofrécete voluntariamente a hacer los quehaceres. No infrinjas las reglas del castigo. Sé cortés con todas las personas, no solo con tus padres. Pasa tiempo con tus padres. Espera un tiempo antes de pedir que reduzcan tu castigo.


Show the results off to the world. Thanks to its compatibility with some extraordinarily cheap lenses with great optics, the results you get from this camera will be every bit as good as the results from more complicated and expensive cameras like the Canon A-1, or even pro cameras like the F-1. The T50's lack of manual settings is loved by experienced photographers even as they curse it; it forces the photographer to think about nothing but how well they are composing the picture.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Revela y escanea la película (no te molestes en hacer estar parte).


Show up to school one day wearing a New England Patriots jersey. Ask students to guess or infer why you’re wearing it. (Answer: because you’re a Patriots fan.) Point out that students make these types of inferences about their family, friends, and strangers every day.  Or, arrive one day wearing a t-shirt with the logo of a popular band or a charity logo on it. Ask students to infer why you’re wearing it. (Answer: you like the band and support the charity cause.) Students can make inferences based on smaller details, too. If you come to class one day with mud on the soles of your shoes, they’ll infer that you walked through mud on your way to school. If your students enjoyed making inferences based on clothing, they’ll enjoy this activity as well. Show your students pictures of various types of shoes: construction boots, snow boots, ballerina shoes, sandals, and formal shoes. Ask them to make inferences about each type of shoe: who would wear them? Where would someone go in this type of footwear?  Students will infer that heavy work boots would be worn by a construction worker at a job site, formal shoes would be worn by a businessperson, and sandals would be worn at the beach. If a pair of shoes is tattered, students can infer that the shoes are old and worn frequently. Ask one of the school administrators to come into your room during class and have a whispered (fake) conversation with you. While speaking, make sure that both of you glance up at the fire alarm, and then consult your watches. When the administrator leaves, ask students, “What do you think we were just talking about?” Students will be able to infer that you and the administrator were “discussing” what time a fire drill will occur. Try having each student stand in front of the classroom for 2–3 minutes while their peers infer things about the student. For example, students may say, “She’s wearing a sweater, which means she’s cold,” or “He’s wearing glasses so he must have bad eyesight.”  The student being examined can then confirm if their...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Usa vestimenta llamativa y pide a tus estudiantes que hagan inferencias. Pídeles a los estudiantes que hagan inferencias sobre tipos de calzado. Permite a los estudiantes hacer inferencias sobre una conversación o una interacción social. Haz un juego en el que los estudiantes hagan inferencias sobre otros estudiantes.


Show your crush that you care by buying a gift. Choose an inexpensive item like candy or an item that reminds you of a joke you share with your crush. Take on extra responsibility to do things for your crush. Go out of your way to make life easier by offering to help with homework, work assignments, or things around the house. Take your crush somewhere to show how much fun the two of you can have. Dinner, an active date, and a quiet wrap to the evening ensure that you’ll have a great date night.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Cómprale un regalo. Ofrécete a hacerle favores. Invítale a salir.


Showing up too early at the hospital, when you are still in the early stages of labor can lead to unnecessary interventions during labor, including a possible C-section. The first phase of labor is the longest, with mild contractions. Walking around, being on your feet, and squatting during this phase will help your labor continue in a healthy and normal fashion until you reach active labor. This phase of labor often occurs later than once thought by doctors, when your cervix is at least six centimeters dilated. Staying at home until you are in active labor and it is time for medical intervention can help to ensure a vaginal birth. In some cases, labor induction, which when labor is brought on with drugs or instruments, is medically necessary. But as long as you and the baby are doing well during labor, it is best to avoid labor induction. Research has shown that induction during labor can double your likelihood of having a cesarean section. Try to avoid an “elective induction,” which is an induction done purely for convenience, rather than necessity. Instead, lean on your birthing partner, your spouse, or your doula and use the breathing and labor techniques you learned in a birthing class to encourage labor. There is conflicting evidence for whether or not epidurals can increase your chance of a cesarean section. An epidural delivered too early in labor may increase your chances of C-section; however, a combined spinal epidural  (CSE) or "walking" epidural offers pain relief without numbness and can actually make pushing easier. Talk to your doctor or midwife about the relative benefits and risks of pain medications so you can decide which pain management option is right for you.  An epidural can limit your baby's ability to move around in the womb, so if he is in a bad position he may have a hard time adjusting to a better position during labor. When you are given an epidural, your ability to move around will also be limited, which could lead to complications during labor. You may be able to reduce some of...

TL;DR in Spanish:

No vayas al hospital hasta que se haya iniciado el parto activo. Evita que te induzcan al parto. Pregúntale a tu doctor sobre las opciones para controlar el dolor. Aprende de tu partera u obstetra cómo girar a un bebé en presentación pelviana. Infórmale a tu compañera de parto tu deseo por tener un parto vaginal.


Showing up too early might be in bad form as this might make the interviewer feel pressured to conduct the interview before he's ready. However, showing up 5 to 10 minutes early can show you're punctual and take initiative. Aim to get there early if you want to ace the interview. At many job interviews, you'll be given an application to fill out before hand. Make sure you look over the forms closely and fill out all the information. Accidentally leaving a section blank can reflect poorly on your when the boss reviews the applications to make a final decision. Remember, many people will be interviewing for the same position. It's important to find creative ways to be memorable during the interview.  What do your friends and family members like about you? Are you particularly attentive to detail? Nicer than the average person? Do you have a great sense of humor? Find ways to appropriately incorporate that into the interview. It's also a good idea to incorporate any talents applicable to the position into your interview. Say you're applying for a job as a library aid. Make a reference to one of your favorite books or authors to convey that you're well read. Employers are inclined to choose those with confidence. Use your body language to convey confidence during the interview.  Sit up straight and make eye contact during the interview. Show you're listening as well by smiling and nodding as the interviewer speaks. When you enter the room, keep your gait steady and your back straight. When you shake the interviewer's hand, give a firm handshake while smiling and maintaining eye contact. At the end of the interview, it's standard for an interviewer to ask if you have any questions. Always ask a couple of questions. This conveys your interest in the position and increases your likelihood of hearing back.  Do not simply ask questions regarding logistics. Things like "How much does this position pay?" and "When will I hear back?" will not impress an interviewer. Instead, focus on open ended questions that show you're...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Llega temprano. Llena todos los segmentos de la solicitud. Busca maneras creativas de sobresalir. Proyecta confianza. Haz preguntas.


Shred the cheddar straight out of the refrigerator, while it’s still cold. You can also use pre-shredded cheddar, if you prefer, although it will have a better flavor if you shred it yourself. Divide the cheese into several small, heat safe bowls. Ramekins would be a good choice. This method is best used when you only need to melt small amounts of cheddar. For example, you could steam-melt cheese to put on hamburgers for a rich, delicious flavor. Fill a saucepan one-third full or less with water and bring it to a rolling boil on your stovetop. Once the water reaches a boil, reduce the temperature of the burner to keep the water at a simmer.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca el queso en unos tazones pequeños aptos para el horno. Coloca agua en una cacerola y colócala a fuego alto. Listo.


Shredded newspaper can be turned into an effective cat litter. All you need is some baking soda.  Shred the paper, preferably in a paper shredder. Soak the paper in warm water. Add a small amount of biodegradable dish soap. Drain the water and soak again without the soap. Sprinkle baking soda onto the paper and knead the mixture together. Squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Crumble onto a screen and let dry for a few days. Use old newspaper to wrap gifts. The Sunday comics are especially effective due to the many colors. Use old paper to stuff a package for shipping. Wrap fragile objects in layers of paper, and fill the gaps in the box with crumbled wads so that everything stays snug. You can use paper bags to make book covers for your old and new hardbound books that you can decorate however you’d like.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prepara “arena” para gatos. Envolver regalos. Empaca una caja. Haz una cubierta para libros.


Shut and lock all the doors and windows in the room that you'll be staying in. Especially at night, pull the shades or blinds.  Put a towel or blanket along the bottom of your door if there is a gap between it and the floor. You want complete privacy with no interference. It's common courtesy for people in nudist clubs to bring their own towels to sit on, so you can start this practice in your own room. Make sure that you have plenty of things to do, and that you can keep to yourself for the period of time that you have in mind. Put your clothes in a pile in the same order that you'd put them on so you can get dressed if someone comes knocking on your door. If you're really worried about getting caught nude, then you should do this. However, you can also keep a towel around, quickly wrap yourself in it, and claim that you were about to take a shower if someone comes in. Now that you've removed any obstacles in your way, as well as your clothes, you can just go about your daily life. So, don't do anything particularly special just because you're in the buff. Real nudists just do what they normally do, only naked -- even if they are able to enjoy life a little more and feel more liberated as a result. Here are some things you can do in your room:  Have fun. Read a book, play a computer game, watch TV, masturbate, draw, paint, play solitaire, do word searches, play guitar, it doesn't matter what you do as long as you are nude while doing it. Get down to business. Refine your resume, do computer research, do your taxes, clean your room, organize photos, and so on. Things that might otherwise not be much fun to do (i.e. cleaning) are often much enjoyable to do while nude. Get healthy. Moderate exercise, stretching, or yoga is very beneficial while nude, especially in front of a full-length mirror, as one can see which muscles and ligaments come into play.     Give yourself a self-massage. While you are not able to reach your back, you can massage your legs, arms, torso, feet, hands, stomach, scalp, and other...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Consigue una privacidad total. Quítate la ropa. Haz lo que normalmente haces. Duerme desnudo Trata de comprender mejor el nudismo. Vístete de nuevo.


Shut down the computer before you do anything else. Unplug the power adapter before continuing on. Moisture from the wipes can get into the computer, even if you work carefully. In the event that this happens, it is important that the power adapter have been previously removed. Prior removal of these electrical components will prevent them from getting damaged and will also prevent you from getting shocked.

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Shutting your blinds and curtains during the day will help block the sun's rays. As soon as the sun hits your building in the morning, close all windows and keep exterior doors and windows closed throughout the hottest part of the day. Do this until night falls and it is cool enough to open the windows for the night.  Angle your blinds up, so that if you are looking through them you can see the ground, not the sky. For even better protection, get cellular, insulated curtains, or window tint film, which, like car tint, looks like a dark or shiny part of the glass itself. Open strategic windows so that cooler night air is blowing in throughout the evening. Leaving all interior doors open (including closets and kitchen cabinets) helps, too. If you leave them closed, they store the daytime heat and your house won't cool off so quickly at night. Be sure to get up and close the windows and blinds as soon as the sunlight hits your house. This can be as early as 5-6 a.m. in some areas. Position a ceiling fan, an upstairs window fan, or an attic fan to draw off the heat collected in upper rooms and push the heat outdoors. Set up your portable fan so that the fan sucks up cooler air from the floor below, and blows hot air upwards towards the ceiling.  Use a combination of fans to create good air circulation. Blow hot air out by positioning a powerful exhaust fan near a window and use oscillating fans placed near other windows to blow in fresh, cooler air. You can also turn on your stove ventilator hood fan or open up your chimney flue. These will also draw hot air out of the house and pull cooler evening air into the house. Put a metal bowl of salted ice in front of a fan, and adjust the fan so that the air is blowing over the ice. Or, use one or more 2 liter (0.5 US gal) bottles and fill them mostly full of water (70%) and rock salt (10%). Leave 20% of the volume empty for expansion. Freeze the liquid in the bottles, then place them in a large bowl (to catch dripping condensation). Position a fan to blow on them. As...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Cierra las persianas o las cortinas. Abre las ventanas durante la noche. Enfría tu casa con ventiladores. Crea un aire acondicionado improvisado. Apaga todas las fuentes de calor. Envía el aire fresco a la parte superior de tu casa. Configura los ventiladores de techo para que funcionen en sentido antihorario. Instala un ventilador para toda la casa.


Shy girls are often, but not always, somewhat self-conscious. But even if a girl isn't self-conscious, it's a good idea to offer compliments to make her feel comfortable and loved. Keep them simple and genuine to make a shy girl feel more confident around you. If she does, she'll open up more and be less shy in some cases.  Don't pile it on, just keep it simple, and make it something that she has control over, not something abstract about her looks. "Your eyes are pretty" might be nice, but "I love your hair like that" is a great one, because she did her hair. You're complimenting her choice, not her looks. Make sure to compliment her personality traits as well, such as her intelligence, sense of humor, etc. Shy girls or introverts often need a lot of private time, and won't want to spend hours and hours texting with you or talking on Facebook. That's ok. It doesn't mean she doesn't like you, or that she's about to dump you. It just means she's being who she is. Relax and move at her pace.  If you call or text her and leave a message, don't get in touch again until she responds to it. You left the message. She'll get it. Let her decide how much of your relationship to share on social networking. Don't put up a bunch of pictures and updates about what you're doing together unless she wants to. Shy people might want to be more private than you're used to. The secret to dating a shy girl? Talk less. Shy girls will just want to be quiet sometimes. That's ok. Learn when to pull back and just be quiet. She'll open up and talk more when she's ready.  Just enjoy being together. If it's quiet because you don't have much to talk about, just enjoy sharing silence together. There's no need to constantly talk. It may even turn her off.  You can even tell her that you like sharing comfortable silences with her if you think it might put her at ease. Don't ask her why she's shy. Sometimes people will ask this question when they're feeling awkward. Drawing attention to it only makes it worse. There's no good answer to this...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elógiala. Dale espacio. No fuerces las conversaciones. Haz preguntas. Permite que hable. Tómate las cosas con calma.


Side reverse rolls involve rolling a thick strand of hair into a circle and pinning it down     Teasing is a technique used to volumize one's hair through an "in and out" motion with a comb while holding the hair tightly. In order to create as much volume as possible, separate your hair into parts to make this process more manageable. Starting with a roll and a slight tuck, begin your roll from the back and move slowly towards the front to get that vintage look. This is an extremely important step because it allows the curls on one side to hold. Finish the look off with more pins and hairspray.  Use a small portion of hair cream to clean up with a shine.  Women with round or wide faces benefit from the height of the hair, that elongates the face. Women with oval faces will also look good with this hairstyle. Women with narrow faces can style the rolls more outward than up and will balance their features, but it may not work for all women of narrow faces. This can also can be a good look for women with glasses, so long as the frames aren't so thick on the sides as to disrupt the flow of the hair up from the face, so wire glasses would look best. Women who want a better balance between their figure and face will achieve a nice balance with this hairstyle. The hips, bust, and hairdo will all be in better proportion for curvier women, to heavier women. Slender women should wear this style in a more petite manner with limited height and width in order to keep proper proportions.

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Los "Victory rolls" se enrollan lejos de la cara, y se aseguran hacia la parte superior de la cabeza. Riza todo tu cabello con un rizador o con las tenazas por secciones. Moviéndote de abajo hacia arriba, aplica espuma para peinar ligera en el cabello para darle un efecto más maleable. Divide tu cabello con un cepillo redondo hacia un lado y no directamente desde el centro. Agarra el cabello en una cola de caballo para que no te estorbe. Haz crepe en tu cabello. Haz los Victory Rolls. Asegura tus rizos con incaíbles/pasadores y usa un poco de spray fijador para mantener el peinado. Repite los mismos pasos para hacer tus rizos del otro lado. Asegura todo el peinado con spray de fijación fuerte. Riza las puntas con un cepillo redondo para limpiar el estilizado.


Sign in using your username and password. This is the same ones you use when you sign in to Lync on your PC desktop. Tap "My Info" on the bottom menu. Tap on "Status" and set your current presence status. Presence statuses can be set to the following:  Available Busy Do Not Disturb Be Right Back Off Work Appear Away Reset Setting your status to "Reset" will bring your presence status to its default. Tap the note box above your name and type a note or status message.  This is publicly seen by your contacts. To remove this note, just clear the note box by deleting all its contents.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Abre Lync. Inicia sesión. Establece el estado de tu presencia. Agrega una nota o mensaje de estado.


Signs of lust might include focusing on each other’s appearance, having a relationships that revolves around sex, and little interest in having real conversations and getting to know the other person. Having a relationship based entirely on sexual attraction can work for a while, but things can become complicated if one partner feels love for the other while the other only feels lust. Love is usually coupled with sexual attraction, but love goes deeper. Think about whether you and the other person have long and deep conversations to really get to know each other and if you value each other’s happiness. Analyze if you want to be part of that person’s life by getting to know friends and family, and whether you feel romantic attachment to that person. Do you share similar values and interests? Do you feel a deep connection to that person? Some qualities you might find in a suitable partner include:  A commitment to personal growth and becoming a better person. An awareness of his or her own baggage or weaknesses. Emotional openness. Responsible and respectful. Integrity; he or she practices honesty with you, him or herself, and others. Loves because he or she feels good about him or herself, not in order to feel good about him or herself. Lust and romantic love are two of three brain systems that help explain universal human attitudes toward mating and reproduction. Sexual attraction, romantic love, and long-term feelings of attachment work together in different proportions to create feelings of love in a relationship. Try to find events that you would both enjoy. If it’s easy to find things that you love to do together, you might be on the way to love. If you have trouble finding anything to do together that doesn’t revolve around sex or the promise of sex, it’s a good guess that you’re just experiencing sexual attraction.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Identifica si lo que sienten es una atracción sexual. Pregúntate si uno de ustedes siente amor por el otro. Debes darte cuenta de que la biología juega un papel importante. Recomiéndale realizar actividades diferentes.


Signs of scale insects and mealybugs include sticky leaves and black, sooty mold. Use your hands to remove all the visible insects on the top and underside of the leaves and flower stalks. After removing the insects by hand, add a squirt of dish soap to a cup or bowl and add room-temperature water. Dip a soft cloth in the solution, then gently wipe down each leaf and flower stalk. The soapy water will remove the stickiness and soot as well as kill any remaining insects. If you removed the bugs and cleaned the leaves but are still seeing signs of an infestation, pick up an insecticide at your local garden center. Ask an employee to help you find an insecticide that is safe to use on orchids. Follow the application instructions on the package. If you notice that your orchid has discolored leaves or spots on it (like cream, yellow, brown, or black), it is likely suffering from a disease. The first step is to remove as much of the infected tissue as possible. Use a sterile cutting tool to cut away diseased leaves, stems, and flowers. Be sure to disinfect your gardening tools before and after removing infected tissue. In some cases, it may be best to dispose of the entire plant to keep the disease from spreading. Common bacterial infections that may affect orchids include brown rot, black rot, and brown spot, indicated by dark spots on the leaves or pseudobulbs. Common fungal infections include blight and root rot, indicated by rotting roots, pseudobulbs, and leaves. After cutting away the infected tissue, spray the orchid with a fungicide or bactericide, depending on what it is suffering from. You can find these products at your local gardening center.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Retira las cochinillas de forma manual. Limpia las hojas afectadas con agua jabonosa. Si las orquídeas aún están infestadas, rocía un insecticida. Corta el tejido enfermo. Combate las infecciones con un fungicida o un bactericida.


Silhouette America is a suite of software made specifically for photo editing; you can use this software to create a cut-out image from a standard JPEG- or GIF-format photo. This should be on the left side of your screen; you'll be downloading the "Basic" edition of Silhouette, which is free to use. From here, you can select either "Mac" or "Windows". You'll need a computer that's running at least OS X 10.7 or Windows 7. Click "Download" when you're ready. Depending on where you chose to download your file to, you may have to navigate to the file's download location to do so. Silhouette will prompt you to choose an installation location. For ease of access, leave the "Open Silhouette when installation is complete" and "Create a desktop shortcut" options checked. If Silhouette didn't open automatically, this will begin running the program. This will be on the left side of the options wheel upon starting up Silhouette. You are now ready to import a JPEG and begin creating your cut-out!

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ve al sitio de descarga de Silhouette. Busca la opción "Silhouette Studio”. Elige tu plataforma en el menú desplegable. Abre la configuración de Silhouette. Sigue las instrucciones en la pantalla para la instalación. Haz doble clic en el ícono de Silhouette Studio. Haz clic en la opción “Diseño”.


Silica gel, which can be purchased at most craft stores, can easily be used to preserve rose petals. You'll need a large package of silica gel and an airtight, sealable container.  Place an inch of silica gel at the bottom of an airtight container. Then, add the rose petals.  Add about another half inch of silica gel, completely covering the flowers. Place the lid on the container and set aside in a safe place away from pets or children.  It can take anywhere from two to seven days for flowers to dry completely. At this point, they can be removed and used in crafts. Wetter, larger petals will take longer to dry than smaller, dryer ones. Borax and sand can also be used to preserve rose petals. As silica gel can be a hazard to pets and children, you may feel safer with this method. You'll need to buy fine sand and borax powder at a local craft store. Once again, you'll also need a container. However, you'll be leaving the container uncovered so it does not need to be sealable or airtight.  Sift the borax first, making sure to remove all the lumps. Then, mix the borax and sand. You should use a mixture of 2 parts borax, 1 part fine sand.  Line one inch of the borax/sand mixture on the bottom of your container. Add the rose petals. Then, cover them completely with borax and sand. You'll need about half an inch.  This method takes slightly longer to work than the silica gel method. You'll have to set your open container aside for 14 to 17 days before the petals dry completely. A plain, dust-free cat litter can also help preserve rose petals. You would use the same layering process as you used with silica gel. Line the bottom of an airtight, sealable container with an inch of cat litter. Then, add the rose petals. Then, add another half inch of cat litter. Seal the container and set aside for two to seven days. If you have cats, make sure to place the container out of their reach. If they see a container full of litter, they may assume it's for them and try to get into it. Borax can also be mixed with white corn...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Deshidrata los pétalos con gel de sílice. Seca los pétalos con bórax y arena. Preserva los pétalos utilizando arena para gatos. Coloca los pétalos en bórax y harina de maíz blanco.


Silicone and foam are common materials; one might be a better choice than the other, depending on your breast size and the shape you're after.  Silicone inserts are easy to use, have a naturally squishy feel, and are particularly good for creating high, dramatic cleavage.  Foam pads might be preferable for smaller cup sizes. Use a padded bra to minimize any lines around the enhancement pad. Add just one or two small pieces between your pad and bra to ensure everything stays in place. Use a double-sided tape specifically for fabrics - this tape can be removed safely with no harm done to sensitive materials. You may find you need to loosen here and there to accommodate the added contents in your cup.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Compra un par de almohadillas para aumentar los senos. Ponte tu sostén. Fija las almohadillas a tu sostén para lograr un poco de seguridad extra. Ajusta los tirantes y cierre de la espalda.


Silicone resists bacteria, but you still need to keep your cup clean. A dirty menstrual cup can cause serious issues like toxic shock syndrome (TSS), so don’t put yourself at risk. Rinse the cup under running water, then apply the unscented soap. Thoroughly rinse the cup again until all of the soap is gone.  It’s important to only use unscented soap, as fragrances can irritate your skin or cause a yeast infection.  Many menstrual cup brands sell a wash formulated specifically for cleansing your menstrual cup between uses. You might opt for this special wash instead of soap. When you’re on the go, it’s helpful to carry a bottle of water to use for washing your menstrual cup. If you’re in a situation where you can’t discreetly wash and reinsert your menstrual cup, feminine wipes are an option. Purchase a pack of unscented cloths and carry it in your bag. If you have a bottle of water with you, rinse your cup with water after you use the wipes. For example, you might not be able to wash your cup in the sink of a public restroom before reinserting it. If this is the case, you could use wipes. If you’re unable to wash the cup, wipe down both sides and put it back in. Wash it as soon as you’re able to do so.  Only do this in a pinch, such as when you’re in a public bathroom. If the bathroom has clean paper towels, you might use a paper towel instead of toilet paper. You can use toilet paper or a paper towel to dry your cup. Wipe both the inside and the outside of your menstrual cup to remove any excess water. Once it’s dry, you can reinsert your cup using the instructions provided with your cup.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Lava la copa cada vez que la saques. Lava la copa menstrual con agua tibia y jabón suave sin perfume. Como alternativa, usa toallitas femeninas sin perfume. Limpia ambos lados con papel higiénico como último recurso. Seca la copa menstrual con una toalla limpia antes de volver a insertarla.


Silicone sheeting is a medical device used to reduce the formation of chronic scarring. It can alter the way scars form and even reduce the thickness and roughness of the tissue. Silicone sheets keep healing wounds moist, while reducing bacterial growth. They also reduce general itching. Normally, your doctor will tell you to apply the silicone sheeting after the wound has fully closed. If you apply them earlier, you could promote the growth of anaerobic bacteria under the skin, which will lead to greater infections. The sheet is worn on the area for 12 to 23 hours a day depending on the severity and placement of the scar. This treatment may be prescribed for up to three months. This mixture can be applied to the injured area in either a gel or a pad form. This compound is also found in silicone sheets. It will help soften the scar tissue and decrease the redness associated with the formation of a keloid scar. In burn cases, pressure garments are often used to treat specific areas. These pressure garments are worn 23 hours a day for up to one year. These dressings do not cut off air to the tissue and can be customized to the specific injury. Pressure dressings are anecdotally effective in management of hypertrophic scars and burn scars. However, there is no evidence to support the use of pressure dressings to improve the appearance of normal post-surgical scars.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aplica una lámina protectora de silicona sobre la zona afectada. Usa láminas de silicona según lo prescriba tu doctor. Considera la posibilidad de usar el dióxido de silicona. Piensa en usar vendajes de presión de algodón.


Silk and satin are thought to be softer on your hair than cotton. These materials may help prevent tangles, which in turn can cause breakage. Invest in a few good silk or satin pillowcases to keep your hair long and glowing. You can find relatively affordable silk pillowcases at many home goods stores, as well as online. Satin tends to be a little more affordable than silk. To get the most from your hair, you need to nourish it properly and drink plenty of water. Aim for a diet that prioritizes protein. Lean proteins should make up about 15% to 25% of your daily calories. Additionally, your hair benefits from increased iron, omega 3, zinc, and biotin intake.  Feed your strands iron-rich foods like spinach, beans, and moderate amounts of lean red meat. Whole grains, oysters, peanut butter, and seeds are all good sources of zinc. Add more fruits and vegetables to your diet. They contain vitamins A, C and E, all of which may help maintain scalp and hair health. Eggs, meats, nuts, seeds, salmon, dairy, and avocado are all rich in hair-healthy biotin.  Salmon, flax, chia seeds, and walnut are all high in omega 3. . Eating well, exercising regularly, and getting a good night's rest are all huge factors in staying stress-free. Intense stress of any kind can lead to all sorts of physical symptoms, including reduced or stunted hair growth.  Try to get at least 30 minutes of moderately vigorous physical activity at least 5 days a week. A moderately vigorous pace is one where you can still hold a conversation, but only barely. This isn’t just healthy for your body, it can also help calm your mind. Try meditation or deep breathing exercises to help you quiet your mind when you are particularly stressed. If you have noticeably slow hair growth or any hair loss, you may have a medical issue. Make an appointment with your doctor to talk about your symptoms and seek any diagnostic testing you may need.  Genetics or family history can also play a role in health and hair growth. Women are particularly susceptible to hair loss...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Duerme sobre una funda de almohada de seda o satén para evitar el cabello dañado. Lleva una alimentación saludable para promover el crecimiento del cabello. Controla tus factores estresantes Consulta con el doctor en caso de caída del cabello.


Silk, chiffon, and fine knits are right for a formal or informal rehearsal dinner. Avoid wearing inexpensive cotton or polyester. Go for a fabric that looks tasteful and elegant, and make sure it isn't too sheer.  Women can wear dresses made of most anything but denim or inexpensive polyester. Men should go for suits or tuxedos made of wool. If it's summertime, a lighter fabric is fine. When you're dressing for a rehearsal dinner that's formal or semi-formal nature, go for tasteful, classic cuts that don't reveal too much or stand out from the crowd more than necessary. You don't want to upstage the bride and draw attention to yourself.  Either floor-length or cocktail-length dresses are appropriate. Don't wear a dress too high above the knee. Men should stick with suits that are cut in a classic tuxedo style, paired with a white shirt and a black bow tie and cummerbund. The colors you wear should be in keeping with the season. Go for jewel tones and darker hues in the fall or winter, and pastels or bright colors during the spring and summer. Women should wear high heels or dress flats that match their dresses, while men should wear leather dress shoes in black or dark brown.  Avoid wearing sandals or casual pumps. Men should shine their shoes if they are scuffed. Many informal rehearsal dinners take place in an outdoor setting. Be sure to bring a sweater or jacket that matches your nice dress or suit so you'll still look appropriate even when you add a layer to your outfit. Since you'll be going to the wedding the next day, you don't want to wear something fancier than your wedding day attire. Save your most formal, prettiest dress for the day of the wedding, and wear something more understated to the rehearsal dinner. If the event doesn't specify that it's "black tie," but you'd still like to wear something on the fancier side, business casual is usually fine. Gray, navy, black, or dark red business-style dresses or pantsuits are appropriate for most rehearsal dinners. For men, suit pants, a jacket and tie...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Viste telas agradables. Viste cortes elegantes. Viste los colores apropiados. Utiliza zapatos de vestir. Utiliza prendas de vestir apropiadas para el clima. No te eclipses. Opta por una apariencia casual de negocio cuando tengas dudas.


Silly Putty often comes in 0.8 ounce containers. For this much putty, a tablespoon of iron oxide should do. More iron oxide will make it more magnetic, but too much will be hard to work into the putty. You can always add more later if you desire. As a rule of thumb, for every ounce of silly putty, a tablespoon of iron oxide should be used. So if you made your own silly putty and used 2 ounces of glue and 2 ounces of starch, you have 4 ounces of putty, so 4 tablespoons of iron oxide should be use. Pour a tablespoon of iron oxide shavings across the stretched out putty. The iron oxide should go onto the center of the putty. Fold the putty up and then flatten it out again. Keep kneading until it is black all throughout. Just keep squishing together the putty with the iron oxide in it. As you do, the iron oxide will become evenly spread throughout the putty. After the putty loses all its color due to the iron oxide, keep massaging and squishing the putty for 3-4 minutes. Be aware that normal magnets aren't likely to be strong enough. You might want to use rare earth magnets like neodymium to work with this putty.  You can always add more iron oxide if the magnetic putty isn't reacting enough with magnets. Just sprinkle more iron oxide shavings into the putty and knead and squish it again. The stronger the magnet, the better it will react with the magnetic putty, and the more iron oxide you put in the putty, the better it will react with magnets.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mide la limadura de óxido de hierro. Agrega la medida de óxido de hierro en la masilla. Mezcla el óxido de hierro con la masilla. Prueba la naturaleza magnética de la masilla.


Similar figures, or shapes, are ones in which the angles are congruent, and the side lengths are in proportion. Similar figures are the same shape, only one figure is bigger than the other. The problem should tell you that the shapes are similar, or it might show you that the angles are the same, and otherwise indicate that the side lengths are proportional, to scale, or that they correspond to each other. You may need to rotate or flip the figure so that the two shapes align and you can identify the corresponding side lengths. You should be given the length of these two sides, or should be able to measure them. If you do not know at least one side length of each figure, you cannot find the scale factor. For example, you might have a triangle with a base that is 15 cm long, and a similar triangle with a base that is 10 cm long. For each pair of similar figures, there are two scale factors: one you use when scaling up, and one you use when scaling down. If you are scaling up from a smaller figure to a larger one, use the ratio Scale Factor=largerlengthsmallerlength{\displaystyle {\text{Scale Factor}}={\frac {largerlength}{smallerlength}}}. If you are scaling down from a larger figure to a smaller one, use the ratio Scale Factor=smallerlengthlargerlength{\displaystyle {\text{Scale Factor}}={\frac {smallerlength}{largerlength}}}. For example if you are scaling down from a triangle with a 15 cm base to one with a 10 cm base, you would use the ratio Scale Factor=smallerlengthlargerlength{\displaystyle {\text{Scale Factor}}={\frac {smallerlength}{largerlength}}}.Filling in the appropriate values, it becomes Scale Factor=1015{\displaystyle {\text{Scale Factor}}={\frac {10}{15}}}. The  simplified ratio, or fraction, will give you your scale factor. If you are scaling down, your scale factor will be a proper fraction. If you are scaling up, it will be a whole number or improper fraction, which you can convert to a decimal. For example, the ratio 1015{\displaystyle {\frac {10}{15}}} simplifies to 23{\displaystyle...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Asegúrate de que las figuras sean similares. Identifica los lados de las figuras que corresponden unos a otros. Establece la proporción entre los lados de ambas figuras. Simplifica la fracción.


Similar to punishment, your child needs to have an understanding that as a direct result of their appropriate behaviour, they receive a reward (such as praise or gold stars). This, over time, creates behaviour modification and can help discipline a child. Write a list of things that the child loves to do. You can suggest these rewards when your child behaves well, or when they stop doing a bad habit.   Though this may initially sound like a “bribe”, it is in fact not so when applied correctly. The application of the reward system needs to be based on rewarding the correct behaviour, not for stopping bad behavior. Use this technique casually and sparingly. For example, "I'm really proud of how you handled yourself in that noisy store. We have some free time this afternoon. Would you like to read picture books with me?" Each child is different and each autistic child is different. What may be considered a punishment or “boring” for one child could be the ultimate reward for an autistic child, and vice versa. Therefore, it is essential to be creative and open to new ideas about both punishment and reward concepts in the area of discipline. Qualification: always think carefully about discipline before implementing it. Would you be comfortable doing the same thing to a non-autistic child? If not, then that discipline practice may do more harm than good. There are several ways you can do this, but two of the top reward systems include:  Creating a behaviour chart in which good behaviour is rewarded through a sticker or mark on the chart. If the child receives enough marks on the chart they get a reward. Offer to involve your child by letting them place the sticker. Token reward systems are a very common system that is implemented. Essentially, good behaviour is rewarded with a token (sticker, a chip etc.). These tokens can then be changed at a later time for rewards. This system is often designed through a contract with the child as to their behaviour and as such can be difficult to implement for much younger...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Crea un sistema de recompensas que se relacione directamente con las buenas conductas. Usa actividades como recompensa de vez en cuando. Sé abierto con las ideas nuevas relacionadas con la disciplina y la recompensa. Establece un sistema de recompensas. Elogia a tu hijo. Bríndale recompensas sensoriales. Sé moderado con respecto al sistema de recompensas.


Similar to smizing, squinching is when you lower your eyelids just a bit and slightly squint. In the meantime, smile slightly with your mouth, but don't break into a full grin. It's more subtle than overtly smiling with your eyes, and it gives the impression that you're friendly and interesting. Some say it helps make a person more photogenic, as it projects confidence and sex appeal. This smile has more to do with your mouth than your eyes, but both features come into play. Teeging is opening your mouth slightly so that your teeth are showing and pressing your tongue up against them. At the same time, smize or squinch with your eyes. Done right, teeging makes you look playful and cute. If you try this pose for a selfie, take the picture from the side, rather than head-on. Laughing Out Loud at something funny is a great way to get yourself to smile. Try freezing right when your face is smiling big, and taking a selfie that captures your genuine smile. You'll look happy, fun, and attractive, and best of all, it won't be fake or contrived.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Trata de hacer squitching. Practica el teeging. Déjate llevar y ríe a carcajadas.


Similar to the other methods, your feet can be at a normal stance less than shoulder-width apart. However, if you feel more comfortable take a slightly wider stance. In this case you might have four(10.16 cm) or five inches (12.7 cm) of space between your feet. Use your calf and thigh muscles to rise up on your toes. So, shift your weight to your toe box and balance there. Hold on to a wall or chair to help you balance if necessary. As you do this, your chest should poke out. If it helps, think about making a curve in your back that looks like a C. Stand in front of a mirror, and readjust to make sure you don’t look awkward. Your movements should look natural. Then, move them up again. Continue to bounce as you do this.  After you move your hips down, they should almost naturally spring up again because of the momentum. Then, repeat the motions -- pelvis down and pelvis up. Bounce as fast as you can, and you should hear your butt cheeks clap together. You know when you’re doing it right when your butt cheeks make a sound like they are clapping.  Use your body weight and the slight bend in your knee to help you create this bouncing motion. When you move your pelvis down, bend your knees slightly. Your arch in your back should help you be mindful of rotating the pelvis instead of just using your legs.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Párate con los pies juntos. Levántate sobre la punta de los pies. Arquea la espalda. Gira vigorosamente las caderas hacia abajo.


Similar to verse memorization, it may be easiest to begin by memorizing a poem you're familiar with. If you have a favorite poem, go with that one. If not, look for a poem that you have at least a passing familiarity with.  It may be helpful to start out with shorter poems. Trying to memorize a long, sprawling, book-length poem could prove difficult enough to turn you off to memorization. In addition to brevity, look for a poem that has strong rhythmic component to it. A metered rhythm can help you remember the words by nodding or tapping to the beat. The first step to memorization is immersion, and poetry is no different. Re-read the poem over and over, as many times as it takes until you can hear the rhythm and remember bits and pieces of the poem just by recollection.  Make sure that you understand the poem before you begin to memorize it. What is it about? What does it mean? Reciting or writing it by memory will be much easier if you have a deep understanding of what the poem is all about.  Try incorporating a tactile component by using your finger to trace the letters of the poem's words on the page. You can also whisper along to the poem under your breath to further drill it into your memory. Writing by hand on scrap paper will help commit the poem to memory. It forces you to develop some muscle memory connected to the words of the poem.  Try chunking, or breaking the poem up into manageable parts.  Write out the first line or two of the poem, then practice re-writing that line or two over and over. Aim for a significant, yet manageable, number of repetitions (15 or 20 should be enough to commit it to memory). Once you've written that first line or two out repeatedly, move on to the next line/lines, and so forth. Reciting the poem to yourself can both test your memory and help cement any parts of the poem you may be struggling with. Write the poem out on a sheet of paper so you have something to reference, and keep it in your pocket unless you absolutely need it.  Try combining a physical movement with...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Selecciona un poema. Lee el poema una y otra vez. Escribe el poema. Practica recitar el poema de memoria.


Simple carbs, like raw sugar or corn syrup, are quickly absorbed by the body's digestive system. This causes a kind of carb overload, and your body releases huge amounts of insulin, to combat the overload. Eat these in moderation. Complex carbs, on the other hand, are slowly digested and absorbed by the body because they have at least three sugar molecules. They include whole-grain flour, hearty vegetables, oats, and unprocessed grains, like brown rice. These foods are usually higher in vitamins and other nutrients that are beneficial for the body, and they are higher in fiber (which keeps your digestive system running smoothly).  Consider eating dark leafy greens like kale, collard greens, mustard greens, and Swiss chard. They are packed with nutrients and will fill you up very quickly. Create a simple sauté with olive oil, garlic, and a little salt and pepper, which will be surprisingly tasty meal as well as a nutritious one.     Choose wheat (brown) bread instead of white bread and whole wheat pasta instead of "normal" pasta. Processed carbohydrates, such as those found in white bread, do not have many of nutrients or the fiber found in whole grains. Plain oatmeal is also very healthy for you.    Aim to get between 10% and 35% of your daily calories from protein. Protein helps you build muscle and gives you a steady supply of energy throughout the day. Some examples of healthy proteins include:  Lean fish such as tilapia, flounder, sole, cod, bass, perch, and halibut.     Lean poultry such as chicken or duck breast.     Legumes like beans and soy products (e.g. edamame and tofu).     Nuts like cashews.    You need to consume fat for your body to function correctly. However, it's important to choose the right kind of fats. Here's a quick primer.  Monounsaturated fats and omega-3 fatty acids are good fats, which you should try to consume regularly. They help lower the "bad cholesterol" in your body by raising "good cholesterol". Foods that are high in fatty acids are olive oil, nuts, fish oil, and various...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escoge los carbohidratos adecuados. Come alimentos sin grasa (o magros), es decir proteína. Aprende la diferencia entre grasas buenas y grasas malas. Prueba los súper alimentos. Vigila tu ingesta de sal. Practica el auto-control.


Simplifying  a numerical argument is an easy process: because absolute zero represents a distance between your number and 0, your answer will always be positive. Start by performing any operations within the absolute value bars to determine your expression. For example, say you are trying to simplify the absolute value of an expression, -6 + 3. Since the entire expression is within the absolute value bars, do the addition first. The problem is now to simplify the absolute value of -3. Once you have performed any operations inside the absolute value bars, you can simplify the absolute value. Whatever number you have as your argument, whether positive or negative, represents a distance from 0, so your answer is that number, and it is positive. In the example above, the simplified absolute value is 3. This is true because the distance between 0 and -3 is 3. Optionally, you can also note your answer using a number line. This step can help you visualize absolute values and check your work. For the example above, your number line should look like this.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina la expresión. Simplifica el valor absoluto. Utiliza una recta numérica.


Simply add a few teaspoons of cola to any of your favorite dips for that extra sweetness and zing. . Put the cola in the glass first or else the cola will all turn to foam. For a deluxe float first start with half a tall glass with Coke, then ice cream, then a splash of cola on tip to create a foam topping.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mejora el sabor de cualquier salsa con Coca Cola. Haz un batido de Coca Cola con helado


Simply ask the person about their feeling if you’re not sure. It’s okay if you are in a relationship but the person doesn’t feel like they are in love just yet. Give them time, but consider saving your love for the future if they never return the feelings. You can be in love with someone that doesn’t love you back, but it will hurt in the long run. If you’re not in a relationship, consider if you’re close enough to the person to truly be in love. If you’ve never been in a relationship with the person, or have only known them for a week, the feelings you’re experiencing may not be love. Allow some time to pass and reexamine your feelings. Spend some time with the person and, if possible, have a conversation with them about your relationship. If you have been together for a long time and still feel in love, then the feelings are probably true. The time it takes to fall in love varies from person to person. But, when you’re a teen, emotions can be so overwhelming that it feels like love almost immediately. Wait at least few months before proclaiming your love. You can’t help who you fall in love with, but you shouldn’t give your love to someone who doesn’t treat you kindly. A person that deserves your love should speak kindly to you, be there for you when you are in need, and never do anything that would be considered abusive. Take some time to consider how each of you treats each other. The person you love should treat you so well that they make you a better and more confident person. Trust is an important part of any relationship. If you are actually in love, then you trust that person. Some feelings of jealousy on both sides of the relationship are natural, but the jealousy shouldn’t be excessive. See how you feel when they go out with friends for the night or talk to other girls or guys. You should also see how they react to you doing the same. Testing out trust does not mean setting your partner up. For example, you should not send another girl or guy to flirt with them to see how they would react.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Asegúrate de que el sentimiento sea mutuo. Analiza tus sentimientos luego de estar juntos por un tiempo. Evalúa si esa persona te trata con respeto. Analiza cuánta confianza hay en su relación.


Simply ask your parents for what you want, explaining why piercings are important to you. Let them know whatever is involved, like a parent signature. Listen to their questions, and respond calmly with all the information you have. You can say: “Mom, Dad, I want to get another ear piercing. It’s my favorite way to express myself, and I’d really like your permission to get it done.” Let your parents know the exact type and placement of the ear piercing you want. There are a lot of different types of ear piercings like tragus, rook and helix; show your parents you’ve researched and thought a lot about the placement and jewelry you can wear for it.  For example, you can say: “I would really like a helix piercing, which is at the top cartilage part of the ear. There’s a store at the mall that I know has jewelry for this kind of piercing.” If you know of any online stores with the jewelry you want for the piercing, show them to your parents. You can also show them a diagram of ear piercing placement to help them visualize what the piercing would be like on your ear or ears. Point out that your parents have given their permission for your previous ear piercings and this one will be no different. If you’ve gotten your earlobes pierced once, for example, you can explain that a second lobe piercing is essentially the same thing, with the same method for piercing and same healing time. Remind your parents if you have been focusing on and getting good grades in school, trying new activities and extracurriculars, or helping out around the house.  You can also ask for the piercing as an incentive to good behavior in the future. Agree with your parents on a goal they’d like you to reach before you can get the piercing. If you have a birthday or other gift-giving holiday coming up, you can say that the ear piercing you want is at the top of your wish list for gifts. Let your parents know that you plan to keep this piercing forever. But if they’re concerned about the permanent nature of piercings, point out to them that...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pídelo de forma amable y paciente. Dales algunos detalles específicos. Recuérdales que te han permitido hacerte perforaciones con anterioridad. Enfatiza tus logros. Explícales que no es permanente. Debes estar dispuesto a esperar.


Simply be kind, clear, and polite when you ask for the game. Say, “Mom, Dad, can I please have this game? It’s really important to me.” You can point out that you haven’t asked for a game in a while or you have a birthday or other occasion coming up if that’s true. Talk through what makes them concerned. Ask your parents what elements of the rating they are hesitant about, which are usually listed as intense violence, blood and gore, sexual content, and/or strong language. Whatever they mention, provide reasoning and reassurance for why playing the game doesn’t influence you to copy those things in real life.      Say, "If you see me acting more violent than you can take away the game." Or, "Sex is optional and if you see me doing it you can take away the game." For drugs say, "In health class, they teach us the effects of drugs and why not to take them." If the strong language bothers them, for example, you can say, “Look, if you hear me not being kind using those words, you can take away the game." Avoid getting in arguments and getting frustrated with your parents if they say no. Come back to them in a week or so with a calm and respectful demeanor to present a new angle for why you should have the game. Display that you care enough about the game that you can be patient and respectful when asking for it. If you’re 17 years old or older, you are definitely of an age to purchase the game for yourself, but if you are younger than 17, point out to your parents that the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) classifies the Mature rating as “generally suitable” for 17 and up, but there is no legal requirement for selling this game to people under 17. Let your parents know that there are positive things about playing video games that they may not know about. Refer to studies that show that video game play can strengthen problem-solving skills and prevent anxiety. You can tell them that first-person shooter games, which are generally more violent, are also shown to improve spatial reasoning, navigation,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comienza preguntando con amabilidad. Conserva la calma y muéstrate paciente. Habla del límite de edad. Menciona los efectos positivos de los videojuegos. Menciona que tus amigos tienen el juego. Ofrécete a pagar el juego. Habla de la violencia. Compara con las películas para adultos.


Simply calling each creditor and asking for a reduction in rates can be tremendously effective. In fact, one survey found that when 50 credit card customers asked to have rates reduced, 56% were successful. Call each provider, and state that you have been having difficulty making payments at the current rate, and that unless you can obtain a lower rate, you will likely need to switch companies as you have received better offers. Lenders are eager to keep customers, and are often willing to reduce rates to do so. A balance transfer card can be an effective way to reduce rates. A balance transfer card refers to cards that typically charge a 0% or near 0% rate to borrowers who transfer their balance from another credit card.   By utilizing this option, you can effectively reduce your interest rate, and have all your payments be applied directly to the principal balance, which allows your debt to be reduced faster. Ensure you are aware of the terms of the card. Typically, after 12-24 months, the interest rate on the card will rise up to the standard level, so it is important to ensure you take advantage of the low interest rate period. If you have good credit, go to a bank or credit union and ask about a debt consolidation loan. Debt consolidation loans refer to taking out an additional, lower interest rate loan (like a line of credit), and transferring higher interest rate debts to that particular loan  This is especially useful if the majority of your debt is credit card debt. Transferring your debt to a line of credit can effectively reduce your rate. Be aware, however, that while rates are lower, terms are often longer. This means that while your monthly payments may be lower, you may actually pay more interest over time due to the longer term. Whenever refinancing debt, whether with a personal loan or a balance transfer, pay close attention to the details of the new loan. Be wary of online lenders – these are often scams. When taking out a personal loan, verify that the terms clearly state “no prepayment...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Solicita una tasa de interés menor a tus acreedores. Contempla la opción de tener una a tarjeta de crédito de transferencia de saldos. Ten en cuenta los préstamos de consolidación de deuda. Paga las deudas con tus ahorros.


Simply changing your position or location can boost your creativity by giving you new surroundings, fresh sights, and stimulation. For example:  If you are inside, try going outside. If you are outside, try going inside. If you are working in a big room, move to a small room. If you are working in a small room, move to a big room. Visit a museum, go for a walk, go bowling, or find some other location you enjoy. If you are sitting, try lying on your back on the floor. Creative people are interested in new sights, sounds, places, etc. Getting out of your comfort zone is an easy way to get a fresh perspective, and go back to the problem or project you are working on with a renewed sense of vigor.  Have lunch at a new restaurant, or try a kind of food you’ve never had before. Talk a walk in an area you’ve never visited. Watch a film in a language you can’t understand. Read a book on a topic you know nothing about. One characteristic of creative people is that they are always learning. Getting new skills, especially in an area separate from the one you are working in, will broaden your mindset and give you new ways of thinking through ideas.  Learn how to play a musical instrument Practice a foreign language Try cooking a new cuisine Take up a new hobby, such as knitting, woodworking, or painting Learn how to play a sport or game you’ve never tried before Learning about others and their ways of seeing things is a great way to enrich your own ways of seeing the world your creative thinking. Make time to talk to lots of different kinds of people, ask them questions about their work and ideas, or just chat.  Have lunch with a coworker you haven’t had the chance to really talk with before. Ask him or her about the work he or she does. Strike up a conversation with a stranger on the bus, train, plane, etc. Your own imagination can also be a great way of gaining new experiences. Pretend that you are talking to someone you find fascinating or a role model, such as a famous or influential person from history. Close your...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Muévete. Busca experiencias nuevas. Aprende una habilidad nueva. Habla con otras personas y averigua lo que hacen. Ten conversaciones imaginarias.


Simply click the "Start" menu and then select "Internet Explorer." You may also find this browser elsewhere if you've stored it on your desktop or Taskbar. From Internet Explorer, click the "File" menu. Then select "Import and Export" from the dropdown menu that appears. Begin by clicking "Next" on the "Import and Export" screen that first appears. Then select "Export Favorites" and again click "Next." First, click the "Browse" button.You can then either select specific folders you wish to export or export all Favorites by leaving the whole folder highlighted. Once you've determined what you wish to export, click "Next" once more. Select a file or drive in which you wish your Favorites to be exported and then click "Next." Finally, click "Finish." This new location will serve as a backup for your Favorites without affecting the file that you've had exported.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Abre Internet Explorer. Ve al menú "Importar y exportar". Inicia el proceso de exportación. Selecciona los archivos que quieras exportar. Elige un destino para tu respaldo.


Simply find the minimum depth and the maximum depth of the pool and divide the result by 2. Let's say the shallow end of the pool measures 3 feet and the deep end measures 8 feet. (3 + 8)/2 = 5.5. The average depth of the pool is 5.5 feet. Now, just find the average of all the widths of the pool by adding up the different widths and dividing by the amount of widths. Let's say you're working with a pool that has three widths: 20, 15, and 20. So, add them up and divide by 3. 20 + 15 + 20 = 55. 55/3 = 18.3 feet. The average width of the pool is 18.3 feet. Let's say the length of the pool is 40 feet. So, 5.5 feet x 18.3 feet x 40 feet = 4,026 cubic feet. 4,026 cubic feet x 7.48 = 30,114 gallons.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Halla la profundidad media de la piscina. Halla el ancho medio de la piscina. Halla la longitud de la piscina. Multiplica la profundidad media por la anchura media y por la longitud de la piscina. Multiplica el resultado por 7,48 para expresarlo en galones.


Simply focusing on your breathing is a classic relaxation technique. One  major benefit is you can do this anywhere. If you're stressed at work, for example, take a moment to breathe slowly and methodically.  Before you begin breathing, try to interrupt your thoughts, get comfortable, and release tension from your muscles. First, focus on your breath. Be aware of your current breathing rhythm. Shift from fast and shallow breathing to slow abdominal breathing. Place your hand on your chest and the other over your navel. Breathe in a way that the hand on your navel rises. You want to breathe slow enough that you take six deep breaths in a minute. This technique involves tensing and releasing various muscles in the body. It can be done to unwind after work or school. It can also be done before bed to help prep you for sleep.  Moving from your head to your feet, tense muscle groups for about five seconds and then release. Notice the difference you feel when your muscles are no longer tense. For example, tense your shoulders, count for five seconds, and then release. Spend about ten seconds paying attention to the new feeling in your shoulders before moving on to your arms. Continue the exercise until you've tensed and released the muscles in your body from head to toe. Trying to laugh even just a few times a day can have great effects on stress. Watching funny cat videos on the train to work or finding your five-year-old's  endless "why" questions amusing rather than annoying seem small, but it begins to set up a mindset in which you try to find the joy or irony in even they tough things in life. Laughter raises and then lowers your stress response, leaving you feeling more relaxed. It also releases endorphins, which are "feel good" hormones. Guided imagery involves imagining a peaceful scene utilizing all your senses. You can try simple visualization. For example, when you feel stressed, take a mental vacation to a pleasant place. You can also find many recordings that can guide you through relaxing imagery. ...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Enfócate en la respiración. Prueba la relajación muscular progresiva. Ríete todos los días. Usa la imaginación guiada. Toma clases de yoga, meditación o taichí.


Simply open the lid on your wax warmer and pour the beans into the inner chamber. Many warmers have a fill line marked on the inner chamber—don't add beans beyond this line. If there isn't a fill line, don't fill the chamber more than two-thirds full.  Follow the package instructions on your hard wax beans for guidance on how much you'll need to use. As a rough estimate, it usually takes about 2.5 oz (71 g) of beans to wax your underarms. Wax warmers are the easiest and safest way to melt hard wax beans. They're small, plug-in appliances that heat the wax evenly and maintain the proper temperature well. You can get a basic wax warmer for around $40 USD at beauty supply retailers or online, along with bags of hard wax beans and wooden applicator sticks. Basic warmers usually have dials with low, medium, and high settings, but your particular model may have other warming settings. Use the instructions for your warmer and those on your package of beans to determine the proper warming setting.  If you can't find specific guidance, set the warmer to medium. This is one of the main advantages of using a wax warmer—you can just “set it and forget it!” Warming times will vary based on your model and the recommended heat setting, so check your product instructions. Typically, though, it takes about 30-45 minutes to melt and heat hard wax beans to the right temperature.  If there is a downside to using a wax warmer, it's that it takes a bit longer than using a microwave or a double boiler on the stovetop. However, this slow, even warming process is the best way to melt wax for hair removal. Unless your warmer model advises otherwise, you don't need to worry about stirring the wax as it melts. If your warmer doesn't have a built-in temperature gauge, lift the lid and insert a heat-safe thermometer into the wax (without touching the bottom of the container). If the wax is within the ideal range, turn the warmer to its lowest setting. This way, the wax will remain in the ideal temperature range while you do your waxing. ...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Vierte la cera en perlas en la cámara de calentamiento interna. Ajusta el calentador a la configuración recomendada. Después de unos 30 minutos, comprueba la temperatura de la cera. Usa el calentador para mantener una temperatura entre 50 ºC y 70 ºC (125 ºF y 160 ºF).


Simply peel back one end of the wrapper (typically a corn husk or plantain leaf) and start munching. Once you’re done, toss the wrapper in the trash and continue going about your day. Tamales were originally meant to be eaten as a handheld food, the way you might nibble a sandwich or bagel wrapped in deli paper.  Look for tamales being sold as street fare in places with a strong Mexican heritage, or anywhere that food trucks tend to be spotted. Their size and portability makes them perfect for scarfing down on the go. Never eat the wrapper itself. Unwrap the tamale and discard the wrapper. Then, throw it on a plate and cut it into bite-sized pieces. That way, you won’t have to hold it the whole time you’re eating or worry about getting your hands dirty.  Be sure to remove the wrapper entirely from tamales steamed in corn husks. While plantain leaves are edible (though they’re not usually consumed with the tamales), corn husks aren’t, and could cause choking or an upset stomach if swallowed.  Cutting up tamales makes them easier to feed to children, who might make a mess if trusted with the entire portion. Top savory tamales with tangy tomato salsa or salsa verde. Mole, a Mexican sauce made from chocolate, chile peppers, and spices, can also be used to spice up an otherwise plain tamale. Pour your condiment of choice directly onto the unwrapped tamale or dip it to control how much you get with each bite.  Feel free to substitute your own favorite salsa recipes, such as black bean and corn, mango-habanero, or chunky pico de gallo.  If you don’t have any salsa handy, ordinary hot sauce can make an acceptable substitute. While most tamales contain spicy or savory fillings, some are made with sweet ingredients like chocolate, raisins, or bananas. It's not uncommon to find sweet tamales on the dessert menu at restaurants that specialize in tamales. Sweet tamales are often flavored with potent spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom, and may be finished with a spritz of whipped cream or a drizzle of honey. If you...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Come un tamal directamente del envoltorio. Come el tamal con un tenedor y un cuchillo. Añade un poco de salsa o mole para dar más sabor. Pide un tamal dulce de postre. Recalienta los tamales sobrantes antes de disfrutarlos.


Simply remove the seeds from the bruised pod and place them in a mortar and pestle, crushing them into a fine powder. You can also use a spice grinder, or a coffee grinder, though you should make sure it is clean to avoid mixing other flavors in as well. You should keep ground cardamom in a cool, dry place in a tightly closed container. To check if it is still usable, pinch a little bit between your fingers and smell it. If it's lost its potency and smells weak, discard it and get fresh cardamom. Ground cardamom has a strong, pungent, and concentrated flavor, so be careful not to overdo it. 1/4-1/8 of a teaspoon should be plenty for a recipe that call for 2-3 pods of  fresh cardamom. While cardamom is a typically Indian, it is also the "secret" ingredient in Turkish or Arab coffee. It is served to guests as a sign of hospitality and is easy as tossing a bruised cardamom pod in with the grounds when you brew your coffee. Black cardamom is actually a different plant, with a mildly antiseptic flavor that makes it ill suited for deserts or sweetening. There are also Thai Cardamoms, Java cardamoms, etc. When purchasing, stick to basic "cardamom," or "green cardamom," to make sure you're getting the real deal. As an essential ingredient in Indian cuisine, you can't go wrong with a light hint of cardamom in your curry. Simply add 1-2 bruised pods as the sauce simmers. You then remove them before serving the final dish. Simply "brew" the 2-3 pods in hot water with a little sugar. While there is no scientific consensus yet on the effectiveness, cardamom has long been used to treat stomach and intestinal pain, as well as heart burn. Used since the ancient Egyptians to clean teeth an freshen breath, remove a few of the black seeds from the bruised pod and use them to get your mouth tingly fresh.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Tritura o muele las semillas para utilizar en las recetas o para almacenar. Sustituye una pizca de cardamomo molido en la receta si no tienes vainas. Haz café árabe preparándolo con una vaina de cardamomo. Ten en cuenta que hay una gran cantidad de cardamomo "de imitación". Añade 1 o 2 vainas magulladas a tu próximo curry. Utiliza el cardamomo para aliviar dolores digestivos. Mastica semillas de cardamomo como un refrescante bucal.


Simply right click anywhere on the blank space and select "Paste." Click on the picture to select it. Your picture doesn't have to have typical postcard dimensions (six inches long and four inches high) to work. Mailings will be between "References" and "Review" in all recent versions of Word (2007, 2010, 2013). Select the "Labels" icon. This icon will appear on the leftmost section of the toolbar next to "Envelopes." " Selecting Labels will bring you to the "Envelopes and Labels" window. From there, click the button labeled "Options..." towards the bottom right of the window. This will bring up the "Label Options" window. Make sure the "Label vendors:" is set to "Microsoft." If not, click the arrow and find Microsoft in the vendor drop down menu. Scroll through the "Product number:" menu until you find "Postcard." Click "Postcard" to highlight it before pressing "OK" at the bottom right. If you've purchased blank postcards, check to see if their manufacturer has a special template to use instead. Look for the manufacturer under "Label vendors:" and the template labeled with the correct product number. " A new page should now display with four copies of your picture in a grid. Each of the four sections is the front of its own postcard. You can resize and move the picture within its section or add text. Save this document when you're finished.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Crea un documento de Word en blanco y pega la imagen que quieras usar. Ve a la pestaña "Correo". Haz clic en "Opciones". Selecciona la etiqueta "Postales". Haz clic en "Documento nuevo".


Simply search online for the phrase "Download Game _________, filling in the game you want. The first 2-3 hits that show up will be for sites that offer direct purchases, where you buy the game and it automatically downloads. Commonly you will be directed to the manufacturer, Amazon.com, or a site like Steam, which is made for video game downloads.  If you do not find the game in the first few links, it is not up for legal download online. Finding the publisher directly is always the safest way to download a game. Your equipment may not be up to par for the intended experience, even if the game will still run on your computer. Look up the games specs to make sure you can play the game after it downloads.  You can check your system's specifications, including your DirectX version and video card, by using the DxDiag program. In XP, click Start, then Run, then type "dxdiag" in the box. Windows makes it easy to check your specifications through the Control Panel. If you're on Steam or another game aggregate site then you'll likely go to a payment window. Type in your account information and agree to the Terms and Services to get your game. Write down any serial numbers or receipt information you are given. There are a couple of different ways you may get your game, but all of them are pretty straightforward:  For aggregate sites like Steam, the game will download directly to your Library. All you have to do is double-click the game once it is finished to start playing. In most Internet browsers, you will receive a window asking you to either run or save an executable file with an extension of ".exe." Choose to save it to your desktop. Then double-click it after it finishes downloading to install the game. Some games come compressed. To get them, download them, then export the contents of the ZIP or RAR file to your computer. Once finished you can double-click on the .EXE file, or click ReadMe for more instructions. Finally, some games have serial codes that must be input into the installed game to play. They are...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Encuentra el juego que quieres mediante una búsqueda por Internet. Compara las especificaciones requeridas y recomendadas del juego con las de tu máquina. Haz clic en el enlace que dice "Descargar juego" y sigue las instrucciones en pantalla para el pago. Sigue las instrucciones del creador para descargar el juego.


Since Bell's Palsy can make it difficult to close an eyelid, the eye on the affected side may become irritated and dry. To keep the eye moist, try lubricating eye drops or ointments, and an eyepatch. Wearing glasses or goggles during the day and an eye patch at night can help keep irritating debris out of the eye. Limit computer time when you are suffering from Bell's Palsy, since excessive computer use can lead to dry eyes. Wet a cloth in warm water and wring it out. Place it over the affected part of your face for several minutes. Repeat this application several times a day to relieve pain caused by Bell's Palsy. Certain vitamins and minerals (including B12, B6, and zinc) can promote nerve growth. These may help to relieve your Bell's Palsy, since its symptoms are related to nerve damage.  Good sources of vitamin B6 include avocado, banana, beans, meat, nuts, and whole grains.  Good sources of vitamin B12 include beef liver, shellfish, meat, eggs, milk, and some fortified cereals.  Good sources of zinc include high-protein meats such as beef, pork, lamb, and dark meat chicken; nuts, beans, and whole grains.  You can also ask your doctor about taking supplements to ensure that you get enough B12, B6, and zinc. Recovery time depends on the extent of nerve damage and whether you're also being treated for an obvious cause of Bell's palsy. While the length of recovery time varies from person to person, symptoms usually improve within two weeks (with or without treatment). Even if this is the case, it may take your body three to six months before you're completely recovered. The symptoms of Bell's Palsy may recur, even after you're completely recovered. Be sure to talk with your doctor again to determine if there's an obvious cause.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Protégete los ojos. Aplica calor húmedo. Añade una terapia vitamínica. Sé paciente.


Since German shepherds large, active dogs and are known to have hips that give out, it's important to make sure they have good nutrition throughout their lives. Make sure to buy healthy food that is not full of filler ingredients. For example, make sure you are feeding a quality food that contains animal protein and doesn't use corn for protein.  You can feed your German shepherd dry or wet food, or a combination of both. If you choose to feed your German shepherd homemade meals, it's important to talk to your veterinarian about what they need to include. This will help ensure that the dog will get a balanced diet. Try to resist giving your dog table scraps, especially if it is begging for them. People food can be unhealthy for the dog and can impact its interest in its healthy food. As your dog ages, it will have different nutritional needs. Feed your dog a food that is designed for its specific age, such as a puppy food when it very young, an adult food when it is in middle age, and senior food when it is in old age.  There are also specific formulas you may need to consider at some point, for example, special foods for large breeds or weight control food for overweight dogs. Talk to your vet about what food will work best for your dog. Because your vet will understand your specific dog's health issues, they may want it to get specific nutritional needs met.  When switching between types of food, for instance when you take your dog off puppy food, do not suddenly change the food. Instead, mix the foods together, gradually increasing the new food and decreasing the old food over the course of several weeks. Look at the packaging of the food to determine the suggested serving size. This should be based on the size and age of your dog. You can also talk to your veterinarian about how much they think your dog should be eating. It is best to divide your German shepherd's daily food into 2 or more smaller meals. Giving smaller meals helps to minimize the risk of bloat, which is a life-threatening swelling of the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Verifica que obtenga los nutrientes adecuados. Dale una comida apropiada para su edad. Dale la cantidad adecuada de comida para su tamaño y edad. Divide el alimento en varias comidas pequeñas en el transcurso del día. Dale golosinas saludables. Dale acceso al agua en todo momento.


Since IBD is an umbrella term for Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis, it’s important to know the difference between these similar diseases. This may help you more effectively recognize any symptoms of the disease and get timely treatment.  Crohn’s Disease is a chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. In contrast to ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s Disease mostly affects the end of the small bowel, or ileum, and the beginning of the colon, though it may appear anywhere along the gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the anus.  Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's are both abnormal immune responses, but each of them affects a different site. Ulcerative colitis causes chronic inflammation in the colon and the development of open sores or ulcers in the colon. While Crohn’s Disease can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, ulcerative colitis only affects the colon. IBD can be an extremely devastating disease for you and your loved ones. Joining a support group of IBD patients or speaking to other doctors or a therapist can help you understand and manage the disease. The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America offers many tools on its website, including stories of others afflicted with IBD. You can also find a support group using their site at http://www.ccfa.org.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Infórmate sobre la EII. Únete a un grupo de apoyo o consulta con un terapeuta.


Since Native American-inspired designs have become so popular, it’s easy to find mass-produced “Native American” products in every mall. But these items aren’t authentic, and more importantly, the people who originally created the designs don’t benefit from their sales.  Avoid fake versions of Native American items, like plastic headdresses or cheap imitations of animal pendant jewelry, especially if they were factory made in a different country. These were not made by people who understand the cultural significance behind such items.  The same goes for traditional patterns and trademarks that some cultures hold sacred. For example, items like underwear and liquor flasks with Navajo-inspired prints don't honor Navajo culture.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Omite los artículos de imitación producidos en masa.


Since Wikipedia articles often have hundreds of contributors, you don't need to lead with an author name. You'll need the following information:  Name of the article Name of the publication (in this case, Wikipedia) Name of the publication's company Date on which the article was last edited in DD Month YYYY format (e.g., "10 Jul. 2017") Publication format (in this case, Web) Date on which the article was retrieved in DD Month YYYY format The article's web address (do not include the "https://" part of the address) Go to https://www.wikipedia.org/ in your computer's web browser, type a topic into the text box near the bottom of the page, click the "Search" icon, and click the title of the article you want to cite. The article will open. At the top of the article, you should see a large, bold heading referring to the article's topic. This is what you'll need to use for the article's name in your citation. Scroll all the way to the bottom of the Wikipedia article's page, then look for the date next to the "This page was last edited on" heading near the bottom-left side of the page. This is the date that you'll need to include in your citation's "Publication Date" section. When writing your date as a citation, you'll need to abbreviate the current month's name to three letters and a period (excluding May). This is the date you'll provide for the "Retrieval Date" section of the citation. While the article itself has a general address, you'll need to cite the specific version of the article that you used in case the article gets updated later. You can get the specific URL by doing the following:  Click View history at the top of the article. Below the Compare selected revisions button, click the most recent date. Click the website's address in the bar at the top of your browser to highlight it. Press Ctrl+C (Windows) or ⌘ Command+C (Mac) to copy the URL. The citation will be written in the following format, punctuation included; bold text refers to information you'll need to provide: "Article Title." Wikipedia: The...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Understand the format for online articles with multiple authors. Find the article which you want to cite. Determine the article's full name. Find the article's last edit date. Note the current date. Obtain the article's specific URL. Create the citation. Reference your citation in your paper.


Since a cocktail party doesn’t need a sit-down meal, be sure to provide your guests with plenty of snacks. Alcohol and an empty stomach simply don’t go well together! Plan on each guest eating 2-3 appetizers.  Common snacks include cheese and meat boards and assorted olive, nut, or fruit platters. You should also include a few sweets, such as cookies, in addition to more popular savory appetizers. Since appetizers can be fussy, streamline your party prep by making large amounts of simple dishes.  A table filled with overflowing platters and bowls looks better than sparsely populated trays of a variety of dishes. This also allows you to easily replenish any serving platters that begin looking sadly empty. Skip fussy appetizers that require a seat, plate, and silverware to consume.  Guests will find it easier to socialize with finger foods that require only a napkin or toothpick to consume. Meatballs on a toothpick or bite-size cheesecakes make for easy eating. It’s always a good idea to provide some veggie options for those friends who don’t care to eat meat.  A good crudite platter will do the trick and will accommodate vegans as well. You can have fun with the veggie options by putting out a bruschetta or go with a simple dip, such as spinach-artichoke. Providing locally sourced food and goodies will not only be supporting your community, but it also makes for a good conversation starter!  This is a great way for you to engage with your guests and get your guests to talk to each other.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Proporciónales bocadillos. Planea preparar una gran cantidad de algunos platillos. Haz bocadillos fáciles de comer. Incluye opciones vegetarianas. Consigue comida local.


Since a dark neck can often stem from poor hygiene, it’s important to bathe often – especially if you begin exhibiting symptoms. Use antibacterial soap on all areas of your body, including your neck, and rinse thoroughly to remove any soap residue before you finish bathing.  Be sure to gently rub the soap on your body, as intense scrubbing could worsen your symptoms. If you are unable to bathe, consider wiping your neck (and other body parts) with a baby wipe to stay somewhat clean. In general, try to bathe at least once every couple of days. Dark neck can also be caused by overexposure to the sun. Make sure you wear sunscreen every time you’re outdoors for a prolonged period of time. Use at least SPF35 and apply it to all of your exposed skin, especially your neck. Reapply your sunscreen every hour or so (and even more frequently if you’re getting in the water). Try to minimize your neck’s exposure to the sun by choosing your clothing accordingly. Try wearing collared shirts, scarves, or wide-brimmed hats whenever you know you’ll be outdoors for an extended period of time. You can also wrap a bandana around your neck, or carry an umbrella/parasol to prevent sun damage.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Báñate con frecuencia con un jabón antibacteriano. Usa protector solar cuando estés en el exterior. Evita la luz solar en el cuello.


Since a protractor is semi-circle, you need to start with it against one line, marking the middle and each end with dots. Then trace the protractor's edge to make a semi-circle, before turning it around (matching the center and edge dots on the other side) and re-tracing it again.  The total degrees contained in a circle is 360, so you just need to divide 360 by the number of sides which is the same as the number of vertices. This value will be the measurement of the angle between any lines drawn from the center of the circle to each corner of the polygon. For example, if you're drawing a hexagon, this value will be 60 degrees. In other words, you'll want to pick a point to start, and then work your way around the circle, drawing a dot at each successive degree measurement. For example, if you're trying to draw a hexagon, you'll pick a point to draw you first dot; then you'll draw your next dot 60 degrees over from that point, and so on, until you've drawn all six points. You'll want to use a ruler for this, and make sure your lines don't overlap. It's a good idea to draw the lines lightly so that you can erase any mistakes or overlaps. And you've done it! If you want to be sure that your polygon is definitely regular, double-check that all your line segments are the same length as each other.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Dibuja un círculo en el papel usando el transportador. Decide cuántos ángulos y lados quieres. Calcula el ángulo central entre las líneas desde el centro hasta los vértices adyacentes. Usa un transportador para dibujar puntos en el círculo en cada una de las medidas de los ángulos. Une cada punto con una línea recta. Borra las líneas y el círculo.


Since acorn squashes are notoriously hard to cut, you'll need a sharp, long chef's knife for this job. The knife will need to be long enough to cut through most of the squash, so choose a knife that's about 8 to 10 inches. The blade should be sturdy and sharp. Using the right, sharp knife will help you easily slice through the squash and prevent injury to your fingers. If you don't have a sharp chef's knife, you can use a serrated knife or a cleaver. Regardless of which knife you choose, it needs to be sharp in order to cut through the hard squash. Carefully use a sharp chef's knife to cut 1/2 an inch off of both ends of the squash. This will help keep the squash in place and prevent it from rolling as you cut it. You can throw the ends of the squash away. To keep your cutting board from slipping, lay a damp washcloth on the counter. Set your cutting board on top of the cloth. The moist cloth will keep the cutting board from moving as you cut. Place the acorn squash on a cutting board so that the sliced end is level on the cutting board. Carefully take the sharp knife and use a rocking or sawing motion to cut the squash in half right down the middle. Avoid chopping right into the squash. Instead, you can try cutting through a quarter of the squash, turning the squash, and continuing the cut on the other side.  If you're having trouble cutting through the squash, try using a rubber mallet and a knife. Insert the knife into the rind of the squash and tap the knife with the rubber mallet. This will split the acorn squash. Always keep your fingers away from the knife as you cut to prevent injury. Take a large spoon and scoop out all of the seeds and membrane from each of the acorn squash halves. It may help to use a metal spoon or a firm-handled spoon that won't snap as you scoop out the seeds. You can throw away the seeds or save them to roast.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige el cuchillo indicado. Corta los extremos de la calabaza. Usa un movimiento de arriba hacia abajo para cortar por la mitad a la calabaza. Saca las semillas.