Your oven plan will tell you where and how to build a fire inside your brick oven. Make sure you thoroughly understand the process before you try to build a fire. If you try to cook without reading the instructions, you may burn or undercook your food. Different foods require different cooking temperatures. Seasoned brick oven experts can tell what temperature an oven is by looking into it. However, if you’re unexperienced, you need to purchase an infrared thermometer. This tool can be pricy, but it’s an important investment in your cooking experience. Follow the manufacturer instructions when using an infrared thermometer. Make delicious pizzas in your brick oven using the Fire-in-the-Oven method. First, build a large fire in your brick oven. Let the fire build until the flames are licking the top of the oven. Next, push the fire to the back of the oven to clear a space for your pizza.  Lay your pizza directly on the brick and cook it with the oven open for 1 to 3 minutes.  The oven needs to be 650 to 700 degrees Fahrenheit (343-371 degrees Celsius) to properly cook a pizza. You may need to add more wood every 15-20 minutes to maintain the flame. Add wood to your oven and create a large, slow-burning fire. Once the oven has reached 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius,) your oven is ready for a roast. First, carefully rake out the coals onto the ground, killing the fire. Next, place the roast in the oven and close the door. The residual heat from the fire will slowly cook the roast overnight.  This method works best with larger cuts of meat. The roast should be in a pan and wrapped with foil. You can use your oven to bake at temperatures below 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius.) First, build a fire in your oven. Once it reaches the right temperature, rake out the coals to kill the fire. Place your dish in the oven and close the door. The residual heat in the oven will cook the food. This method works well for bread, desserts, beans, and pasta dishes. Bread can be placed directly on the brick...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Revisa tu plano del horno. Compra un termómetro infrarrojo. Prepara pizzas. Prepara un asado de un día para otro. Prepara platillos convencionales.


Your owner's manual should specify what octane level your car requires. Mixing gas with an octane booster to create a higher octane level than required will not give you a huge power boost. You just need to get it to the required level. Most products can only raise your octane level by about 3, meaning you could move from 90 to 93, for instance. A few will raise it higher than that, so be sure to buy what you need.  Octane is a measurement of how much compression will cause the fuel to "knock." Typically, your fuel doesn't ignite until it's lit by the spark plugs. However, knocking is when the compression causes it to ignite spontaneously. A higher octane level means the fuel can withstand higher compression before igniting, but you really only need the octane level required by your car.  However, be careful about labels. Some cheaper products put the boost number in points, which is deceiving. If it claims a boost of "3 points" for instance, that actually means it will only raise the octane level by 0.3. Most of the time, an octane booster isn't going to provide much benefit for a normal car. However, if you have a turbocharger or another similar engine, you may find that an octane booster is beneficial. Octane boosters can range from $10 USD to $50 USD per bottle. Since a whole bottle is typically used for one tank, that can get fairly expensive. To save money, you may consider only purchasing an octane booster for special occasions, such as a road trip. If you're considering buying an octane booster, you may just want to buy a higher octane gas at the pump. In many cases, it will be cheaper and easier to boost your octane this way. However, if your car needs a higher octane than what's available at the pump, you'll need to buy an octane booster. To know how much booster to buy, you'll need to read the back of the package. It will tell you how much of the octane booster you need to raise your gasoline to a certain octane level. There's not a standard amount because it is based on what octane level you want...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Verifica el nivel de octanaje en el manual del usuario de tu auto. Mira el nivel en la botella. Usa elevadores de octanaje solo para motores con turbocompresor. Compara el costo con el beneficio. Como alternativa, mejora el combustible en la gasolinera. Compra elevadores de octanaje en función del nivel de octanaje que deseas.


Your paper can be vertical or horizontal, depending on your preference.  You can draw your rectangle just inside the edges of the paper, so that it is almost the same size as the paper. This will allow you to have nice, large boxes in which to write summary information from a story, book, textbook, or other reading passage. Use a ruler to help you make the rectangle so that the edges are straight. Take the height of your large rectangle and divide it by five to get an approximate measurement for the height of each row. For example, if your paper is vertical, then 11” divided by 5 equals 2.2” (or approximately 2 ¼”) for the height of your rows. If your paper is horizontal, then 8.5” divided by 5 equals 1.7” (or approximately 1 2/3”) for the height of each row. Make a small horizontal mark with your pencil at that measurement. Then, you need to turn your ruler horizontally, so that it is parallel with the top of the large rectangle, and draw a line across the width of your rectangle. It should be perpendicular to the sides of the rectangle. Then, repeat the process of marking a small horizontal line at the correct distance and tracing a horizontal line across the width of your large rectangle. You now have two of the five rows that you need for your summary chart. Trace a line along your ruler horizontally so that you have a third row across the width of your rectangle. Make your horizontal mark at that distance, and draw your line across the width.  This last line separates row 4 and row 5. You should now have five same-sized rows across the width of your rectangle. Do your best to measure each row to the correct size with your ruler. Then, use your ruler to draw a line vertically from the top of the rectangle to the bottom at that 1-inch mark. You can use this summary chart to summarize a reading passage, story, book, or nonfiction passage. Here is a basic way to summarize most stories or articles, so you would write each of these in one of the five boxes along the narrow vertical column on the left:  Who?...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Dibuja un rectángulo grande. Determina cómo dividir el rectángulo en cinco filas del mismo tamaño. Mide desde la parte superior del rectángulo hasta la distancia correcta que obtuviste en el Paso 2 de esta sección. Coloca el extremo de la regla sobre esta nueva línea y mide una vez más la distancia que obtuviste en el Paso 2. Mide la distancia del Paso 2 desde la parte inferior de la segunda fila y dibuja una tercera marca horizontal pequeña. Coloca el extremo de la regla sobre la línea a lo largo de la parte inferior de la tercera fila y mide la distancia del Paso 2 una última vez. Mide 2,5 cm (1 pulgada) desde el lado izquierdo del rectángulo y dibuja una pequeña marca vertical con el lápiz. Escribe categorías para resumir sobre la columna vertical de 2,5 cm (1 pulgada) en el lado izquierdo del cuadro resumen. Rellena las filas junto a cada categoría con la información de la historia o lectura que responda a esa pregunta.


Your parent might yell at you to stop you from doing something dangerous or bad, but this one-time incident doesn't necessarily mean you are being verbally abused. But if you experience repeated name-calling, shaming, or threats, then this is considered verbal abuse or verbal assault.  Your parents yelling at you or scolding you does not count as verbal assault. That type of discipline is usually appropriate and has a purpose, as long as it doesn't get out of hand. If your parents are constantly screaming or saying mean things to you, even when you haven't done anything wrong, they are emotionally abusing you. If your parents talk down to you, shame you, or make fun of you on a regular basis, they are emotionally abusing you. If your parents are ignorant of your self-identity (LGBT) or talk down on you for it, that can be considered emotional abuse. Any verbal threats made towards you, your siblings, or other family members are also acts of abuse. If a parent gives you the silent treatment, tries to make you feel bad, or tries to cut you off from having other people in your life (like friends, uncles, aunts, and grandparents), this can also be emotional abuse.  If your parent refuses to look at you, refuses to acknowledge you as their child, or refuses to call you by your real name, that is emotional abuse. If your parents refuse to touch you, deny your physical/emotional needs, or say mean things to make you feel bad, they are abusing you. Isolation means cutting you off from friends, family, or other people who are important to you. They may isolate you from only certain people they disapprove of, or from people in general. This may be an attempt to stop other people from influencing you, so they can keep you under their control.  Not allowing you to be friends with people, simply because the parent doesn't like them. Not allowing you to have friends over, or visit friends' houses. Disallowing/ignoring your requests to leave the house or do an activity, even though they have the time/money to do so....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reconoce cuándo eres víctima de abuso verbal. Aprende a reconocer cuándo tus padres te ignoran y son emocionalmente negligentes. Identifica el comportamiento aislante. Considera la forma como tus padres hablen de ti. Presta atención al comportamiento que busque corromperte. Considera la explotación. Identifica el comportamiento que busque intimidarte. Considera si tus padres emplean la humillación o si te despojan de tu privacidad, particularmente si es como castigo. Presta atención a las señales de la "luz de gas".


Your parents are more likely to believe you when you wake up and claim to be sick if you lay the groundwork the night before.  The sooner you can start your act, the more time you have to allow it to progress. Show a little fatigue the afternoon before you plan to fake your illness. For instance, instead of running around outside when you get home from school, choose to stay inside and laze around your room instead. Act lethargic around your parents. They should get the impression that you are tired or "feeling out of it." In the evening, don’t follow your normal routine. If you watch T.V. at all, lay down and look disinterested and mopey. You should also go to bed early and make sure your parents notice. Consider kicking things up a notch by eating a little less at dinner or pretending to attempt to eat, then clutching your stomach and looking pained. Claim that you don’t feel well. Definitely skip dessert. You also might ask your parent for some hot tea to “soothe your stomach.” Tell your parents that a kid at school projectile vomited or that a friend wasn’t at school. Be sure this is a friend that your parents don’t know. This information will suggest that something is “going around.” Outwardly visible symptoms, such as a rash, can be hard to fake convincingly, so for the most part, you should focus on displaying external signs of internal aches and pains.  Frequent trips to the bathroom can give the impression that you have a stomach bug. Jumping up quickly, running into the bathroom periodically, and flushing the toilet a lot will suggest to your parents that you have diarrhea or food poisoning. If you decide to fake a migraine, you should act sensitive to light and sound, indicate that your head feels like it is throbbing, and claim to be nauseous. You should avoid watching T.V. or listening to music. To fake a sore throat, act like it hurts to swallow and ask your parents for warm tea or cold foods. Suck on a few cough drops and avoid talking as much as possible, insisting that it hurts to do so when...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Empieza a actuar con anticipación. Muestra síntomas. Sé sutil pero convincente. No te recuperes con demasiada rapidez. No finjas estar enfermo con demasiada frecuencia.


Your parents aren’t likely to give in to your request if your usual behavior is obnoxious or rude. Show your parents you’re deserving of their trust by acting as grown up and responsible as you can.  Go out of your way to be extra polite and helpful. They’ll notice and appreciate that you’re making an effort. The longer you can keep this up, the more your parents will see you as a grown up who they can count on. If you own a cell phone, don’t let it die. Keeping your cell phone with you and charged is a great way to show your parents that you’re responsible and that they can easily contact you if they needed to.  Always pick up the phone when your parents call. You want to prove to them that they can easily get ahold of you if they give you more freedom. Same thing goes for texting. Answer as promptly as possible. If you want to go to a late-night event, but you’ve never slept away from home before, your parents might be a little apprehensive. Start by asking if you can have a sleepover at a friend’s house. Ease your parents into it and they may be more likely to give in to a bigger request later.  If you have a curfew, try coming home on time consistently. This will show your parents that you’re reliable. If your parents ask you to call and check in when you get somewhere, make sure you do this every time. The more trust you can build, the better.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Muestra tu mejor perfil. Mantén tu celular cargado todo el tiempo. Ve paso a paso.


Your parents may be very angry if you lost something. They may yell or scold you. Instead of responding with hostility in return, remain calm and try to use words to deescalate things.  Try saying something to acknowledge your parents' feelings. For example, "Okay, I hear what you're saying. You're disappointed in me. You're making that very clear." You should let them know yelling is not helping. Try something like, "When you yell though, it makes it hard for me to listen. I think we should work on finding a solution instead of getting angry." If you lost something very expensive, your parents may be difficult to calm down. In this case, try to disengage emotionally. Try to avoid letting their anger get to you.  Remind yourself everyone occasionally fights with their parents. Just because your parents are angry now, does not mean they will be angry forever. Keep reminding yourself emotions are temporary as you deal with your parents' anger and disappointment. Sometimes, a conversation is not productive. If your parents are simply yelling and angry, propose you take a break. Say something like, "I know you're mad about the phone, but yelling at me isn't helping. Can we talk about this when you've calmed down?" Then, get up and leave the room. You can go to your bedroom until your parents are ready to talk to you. Once everyone is calm, you can follow up regarding the conversation. Approach your parents again and say something like, "So, I know you guys are pretty mad, but what are we going to do about the phone?" It may be a good idea to give your parents a day to process before following up.  Try to figure out a solution. Your parents may want to look for the missing item. If it can't be found, they may want you to help pay for it. Be calm when working towards a solution. No one likes losing things, but you will need to deal with the situation effectively.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Diles algo para aminorar su enojo. Sepárate emocionalmente. Retírate si es necesario. Continúen la conversación cuando tus padres se hayan calmado.


Your parents might argue that the Bible forbids men from wearing their hair long. You can counter that argument by using the Bible as well. Show your parents places where rules from the Bible are not followed in today's society. Additionally, you can use text that supports your rights as a child.  For example, you can argue that the Bible states that women should wear headdresses as a sign of submission to their husbands. Most modern women don't do this, but they are not seen as being in opposition to the Bible. Additionally, Ephesians 6:4 says, "Do not exasperate your children." Parents should take the biblical advice and learn to pick their battles with their children. According to the Bible, parents should try not to apply too much control over minor issues in their children's lives. Parents might worry that you'll be called a girl or gay because your hair is long. Respond to this by reminding your parents that you are mature enough to not believe these sexist stereotypes. Also, reassure your parents that you are strong enough and confident enough to handle teasing.  Reassure your parents that you are able to assert yourself in the face of teasing. Show them that you are able to not only point out bullying, but to tell the aggressor to stop.  Show your parents that you are mature enough to ignore bullying. By walking away or looking disinterested, you take away the bully's power and help stop the teasing. Tell your parents that this is discriminatory and that there is no correlation between the length of someone's hair and their professionalism. In addition, you can remind them that you're just a kid and that you can always cut your hair when it's time for you to move into the business world.  You can use women's hair as an example. Straight hair is often seen as more professional on women but that doesn't determine her capabilities. Tattoos are also a great example of individuality, and their place in the business world is hotly debated. But remind your parents that their are doctors, teachers, and...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Responde a los argumentos basados en la religión. Responde a la afirmación de que te tomarán el pelo. Responde al argumento de que el cabello largo no se ve profesional. Responde al argumento de que los demás juzgarán a tus padres.


Your partner can’t read your mind any more than you can read theirs, and they can’t be expected to know what you’re thinking and feeling.  You might assume that an interaction or situation is pretty obvious, and have heightened insecurity or anxiety because your partner doesn’t react the way that you think they should. Or, you might think that you’ve made it clear that you dislike a behavior, but your partner doesn’t seem to notice how you feel.  Don’t expect that they see things as you do or that they know what you’re thinking and feeling. Just as your partner cannot read your mind, they will never know what you’re actually feeling if you don’t tell them.  When you’re not feeling anxious, talk with your partner about your feelings and needs.  It’s important that you communicate these things, and equally important that you give them a chance to respond. Be clear, concise, and plan what you’d like to talk about before you have the conversation.  Write down a list if you need to. Be specific about your anxieties and insecurities.  Don’t generalize and address the root of the problems, as you’re able. Focus on actions, feelings, and resolution.  Don’t assign blame or point fingers. You might say, “When you don’t respond to my text messages, I get anxious that something has happened to you or that you don’t want to talk to me because you want to break up with me.  I understand that I need to be more patient, and I need you to respond to my messages in a reasonable amount of time so that I don’t begin to worry.” Healthy relationships take ongoing effort by both partners, and that includes open lines of communication.  Don’t assume that one conversation with your partner about your feelings is going to solve everything.  And don’t overwhelm your partner by bottling up your feelings and unloading them all in one conversation.  Instead, make frequent, shorter conversations a habit in your relationship.  An excellent approach is to reserve 15 minutes per day to talk with your partner.  Ask one another open-ended...

TL;DR in Spanish:

No esperes que tu pareja te lea la mente. Conversa con tu pareja. Sigue hablando. Tóquense el uno al otro.


Your partner used to give you butterflies in your stomach, but now you are just not that excited when they are around. If you're feeling constantly bored when you're with your significant other, or even bored at the thought of seeing or meeting up with them, then your heart may not be in the relationship. Your relationship is not going to be exciting at every minute. But you should feel some level of anticipation for them to come home at night or when you go out on a date with them. Physical attraction is important to both men and woman, especially in the first seven years of a relationship. Your physical attraction is likely what first drew you two together. But if you find yourself ignoring or even feeling disgusted or repulsed by your partner, your relationship is not going for the long haul. Picture all of your hopes and dreams for your future and see if your partner is standing beside you as you accomplish these dreams. Imagining a future that would be easier without your partner or one in which they are absent is a sign that your relationship is going to fail. You might have had a lot in common when you first met, but you may be finding that you don't share the same goals, interests, or beliefs anymore. As your relationship has progressed, you have both grown into more mature individuals, and consequently, your ideals and goals may have grown apart. Take time to reassess whether you and your partner are on the same page and have similar goals.   Conversations that are limited or unbearable or an inability to agree on professional goals and personal beliefs are signs that you do not share common goals in life any longer. Having your own independent goals and interest is perfectly healthy in a relationship. The trouble starts when your core values and beliefs begin to diverge and you cannot find anything you share.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reconoce tu nivel de emoción frente a tu pareja. Evalúa tu atracción sexual hacia tu pareja. Imagina tu futuro sin tu pareja. Determina si todavía tienen interés y objetivos en común.


Your partner will be frustrated with you because you are too clingy.  They may feel smothered by your attention and affection, or explain that you’re overbearing.  Empathize with them by putting yourself in their shoes.  How would you feel if someone was constantly intruding on your private time, or insisted at calling on you at home whenever they pleased?  Be patient with yourself too.  Becoming fully conscious of your dependent, clingy behavior can take time, and altering might take just as long. When you feel yourself frustrated or disappointed by your inability to stave off feelings of loneliness or longing for the person to whom you have clung for so long, remind yourself that you do not need anyone else to be content.  Tell yourself, “I am a strong, independent person and will not make anyone else the center of my universe.” Being too clingy with one person means you’ve neglected other people in your life who care about you.  Reconnect with family and friends who make you feel loved and valued.  Spending time away from the person you’ve been so clingy with can be a breath of fresh air for both you and them.  If you’ve lost touch with many of your old friends because you’ve spent too long clinging to a single person, seek new friends online or in your workplace.  Invite people out to grab a bite, go bowling, or hike a mountain trail with you. Be careful not to replace dependency on one person for dependency on another.  If you sense that you’re walking down the same emotional road you’ve just stepped off of, try to step back and ensure you aren’t becoming clingy again. The boundaries you’ll need to obey will depend on the specifics of your situation.  For instance, if you’re calling and texting all day without a reply, the person you’re clinging to might ask you to stop calling and texting them altogether.  If you show up to their house uninvited, the boundary between you two might be that you call or text before showing up and ensure doing so is acceptable at that particular time. Thinking about a...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ten paciencia contigo y con tu amigo o pareja. Pasa tiempo con otros amigos. Acepta los límites que tu amigo o pareja fije entre ustedes. Usa la visualización para imaginar una relación saludable.


Your passport is your most important document on a long-haul, international flight; you’ll need it to check-in to your flight and get through passport control at your destination. Make sure you have all the necessary visas for your trip before departing.  Keep your passport on your person while you’re in the airport as you’ll need to access it at both the check-in desk and at passport control. A pants pocket works great for this. When you get on the plane, store your passport in the top of your carry-on bag. You’ll need it as soon as you get off the plane, so you’ll want it to be easily accessible. Although some airlines will print your boarding pass for you when you check in at the airport, printing your own boarding pass before getting to the airport can save you time. Having a hard copy of your boarding passes and itinerary can also save you from delays should your electronic copy become inaccessible. If you’ve bought travel insurance for your trip, printing out your policy and bringing it in your carry-on luggage will help you in a pinch. If your checked luggage goes missing, you’ll want to have your travel insurance policy close at hand to help you through the process of recovering it. You’ll want to keep your bank cards and money close at hand while you travel. If you’re planning to exchange money when you get to the airport, having your wallet or purse in an easily accessible location will stop you from having to rummage through your bag.  Small, side pockets are a great location for a wallet or purse, but make sure they can be fastened closed with a zip or clip fastener to prevent your wallet from being lost or stolen. Don’t forget to check with your bank about any card fees that might apply during your travels. You may also need to contact your bank to activate your cards for use overseas. Most countries require you to fill out an arrival card with your travel information and planned itinerary. Bring your own pen so you don’t have to borrow one from another passenger. You can really speed up your...

TL;DR in Spanish:

¡No olvides tu pasaporte y visados! Imprime las tarjetas de embarque y el itinerario. Lleva los documentos de tu seguro de viaje. Mantén tu billetera o cartera en un lugar accesible. Empaca un bolígrafo. Lleva cualquier información adicional sobre las reservaciones.


Your pasture should be large enough to accommodate your goat, a shelter, and entertainment features, such as large rocks for the goat to climb on. Your goat will forage for food in its pasture, so giving it more space will allow for more grazing. Goats like to eat plants, including weeds, grass, and bushes, so your goat pasture should have a lot of vegetation.  Goats forage for food and will eat whatever is in their pasture. Make sure everything growing in your pasture is non-toxic. Goats love weeds, so don’t pull them. Your goat will enjoy munching on them.  Ideally, you should provide up to an acre of pasture or more to allow for foraging. If your lot is smaller, you will need to supplement your goat's diet with hay and pellets.   If you have just 2-4 small breed goats, 20 square meters could be enough if you supplement their diet. Your fence should not only keep the goat in, it should also keep predators out. Goats are smart and can climb, so they commonly escape from their pen. The fence should be high and difficult to climb, measuring at least 6 feet high. Some goat owners choose to install an electric fence, which provides an extra deterrent to escape.  You can construct a sturdy fence by installing heavy wood posts deep into the ground. Then anchor them with concrete. Secure the fence with livestock fencing, choosing the small mesh over the large.  Keep any enrichment items away from the fence so your goats don’t escape. Your goat is less likely to try to escape if it has lots of space, plenty of food, a nice shelter, and entertainment. At the minimum, your goat will need a 3-sided shelter that faces the south, which helps protect it from wind. The goat will rely on the shelter to protect it from the elements, especially rain and heat. The shelter should be well ventilated but free from drafts. Place straw bedding inside the shelter so that the goat is comfortable.  Goats can live in a small shed or large dog house. You may choose to install a concrete floor in the shelter, which is easy to maintain....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Créale un pastizal. Instala una cerca sólida alrededor del pastizal. Créale un refugio. Bríndale fuentes de entretenimiento.


Your pattern will indicate what to do after you have finished cutting out your pattern pieces, but you will likely need to pin the interfacing and/or lining pieces to their matching fabric pieces. Check the instructions to see if this is your next step, and if it is, then carefully line up the pieces and pin them together as indicated by your pattern. If your pattern does not require interfacing or lining, then you will not need to do this. After you have pinned your interfacing and other fabric pieces as indicated by your pattern, use a sewing machine to sew along the edges of these pieces. Make sure to check your pattern for the type of stitch you will need to use because different types of stitches may be required for different types of materials.  For example, if you are using a stretch fabric, then you may need to use a narrow zigzag stitch. Keep in mind that you may not need to do this at all if your pattern does not require lining or interfacing. Your pattern will indicate how to pin the front, back, and any other body pieces together in preparation for sewing. You will most likely need to pin adjoining pieces so that the outer fabric pieces are facing each other. Make sure to pin the pieces through areas that will not be visible on the outside of the jacket. Your pattern should indicate where the seam allowance is and this is the ideal place to pin the pieces together. After you have pinned the pieces together, use a sewing machine to sew along the pinned areas as indicated by your pattern. Remember that your pattern may recommend using a special type of stitch to sew these areas depending on the type of fabric you are using. Remove the pins as you sew and make sure that you do not sew over any of the pins or you may damage your sewing machine. . The jacket pattern will provide detailed instructions on how to sew the sleeves in place for your jacket. If you have a lining and/or interfacing to add, then you should already have the pieces assembled and sewn together. Then, you can sew the sleeve into...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Fija la entretela con las piezas de la tela. Cose el forro, la entretela y la tela exterior juntos. Fija las piezas del cuerpo de la chaqueta. Cose a lo largo de los bordes. Cose las mangas en su lugar. Realiza el dobladillo de las mangas


Your payment history makes up 35% of your FICO score. Late payments also incur late fees and penalties, which can snowball. If you make a $100 purchase but are late with a payment, you might incur a $25 late-payment fee and have your APR increased. Set up a payment reminder. Some banks will send you an email or a text message when your payment is due. You generally want to keep your balance on each card to 30-35%. This is called your “utilization,” and it makes up about 30% of your credit score.  For example, if you have a card with a $10,000 limit, you shouldn’t carry more than $3,500 on the card. You might need to spread your balances around different cards by using a balance transfer. Alternately, you could rotate which cards you use so that no single card racks up too much in charges. Your length of credit history is also important and makes up roughly 15% of your credit score. If you no longer use an account, consider keeping it open. Closing your accounts can negatively affect your credit score. Make sure to close all joint accounts or to remove one person’s name from the accounts so they are no longer jointly owned. You will also need to ask the judge to divide your debts. Divorcees also need to establish their own credit history. However, you shouldn’t apply for cards and loans all at once. Instead, space out each credit request by at least six months. Each time you apply for credit, the lender will pull your credit score. This “hard pull” will reduce your credit score slightly for about a year. For that reason, you shouldn’t liberally apply for credit.  Instead, comparison shop and find the right loan or credit card for you. Then make one application, which will result in one inquiry. Applying for a lot of new credit suggests you are having financial problems.  If you’re shopping for a car loan or a mortgage, then it’s okay to have several inquiries. In fact, all inquiries made within a 30-45 day window will count as one inquiry. You can get your credit score in one of several ways. For example, you...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Efectúa los pagos de manera oportuna. Mantén saldos bajos. Evita cerrar tus cuentas. Divide tus cuentas al divorciarte. Solicita un crédito de manera inteligente. Controla tu puntaje crediticio.


Your pen or pencil should be held between your thumb and index and (optional) middle fingers. The end of the writing utensil should rest against either the web of your hand or against the knuckle of your index finger. Holding your pencil too tightly or loosely (in this position or others) will result in poor handwriting. Hold the pencil in the bottom ⅓ for the best results. Although everyone seems to do it a bit differently, there is a certain way to write each letter of the alphabet. Following the correct direction of the line that forms each letter can greatly improve your handwriting. For example, rather than starting a lowercase ‘a’ with the tail, begin at the top of the loop. Practice writing every letter in the correct direction, just like how you were taught in kindergarten. Although it may seem nit-picky, different people are able to write better (or worse!) using different writing utensils. Try a variety of tools including a ballpoint, roll-on, and felt pen in addition to traditional and mechanical pencils. Finding one that you enjoy writing with may be enough to improve your handwriting on its own. Pass up the option to type that essay outline or to pop off an email catching up with a friend, and instead make the effort to handwrite your work. Taking the opportunity to write things by hand whenever possible will be the most beneficial practice in improving your handwriting. It may take a bit longer, but you’ll be building up the muscles that are necessary for easy and smooth writing.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ajusta la forma de tu mano. Estudia un diagrama direccional. Prueba con una variedad de herramientas de escritura. Siempre escribe cosas a mano.


Your personal network can actually be a good resource to use when building your professional network. Even if the people closest to you aren't interested in the product you make, they might be able to direct you to others who would be. Your family and friends can also serve as a form of cheap advertising. If they try your product and actually like it, they'll be more likely to recommend you to other people they run across. The personal connection they have to you will usually enhance their desire to see you thrive. Get to know your current customers a little better. Find out what drew them to your company and what they currently like and dislike about it. Adapt your marketing plan based on your general findings. Keep in mind that everyone is different, so one customer's experiences may not precisely match with another customer's experiences. Instead of trying to alter your marketing campaign to better address everyone's peculiarities, focus only on the points that most customers have in common. Encourage current customers to send new customers your way by offering rewards for referrals. For most referral programs, both the customer doing the referring and the customer getting referred to you will receive a reward of some type.  For instance, you might offer existing customers 10 percent off their next purchase with each referral, while new customers they refer may receive a 5 percent discount. Another option would be to provide a small gift or gift card for each referral. Make sure that you choose something your target customer base will likely enjoy or use, though. Find businesses that attract your ideal customer base without directly competing with you. Pitch an arrangement between you and them that would allow both of you to benefit from advertising one another's products or services.  For example, if you sell cosmetics, your customers are likely to gather at places like hair salons, clothing stores, perfume shops, and jewelry stores. These stores are related to your business through your customer base,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Abócate a tus amigos y familiares. Acércate a los clientes actuales. Establece un programa de referidos. Crea alianzas con otros negocios. Pide algunos comentarios.


Your phone's charging port--also known as a micro USB outlet--cannot support the same cable that interfaces with your TV by default, so you'll need to purchase a converter. You can do so by typing "micro USB to HDMI" into a search engine and selecting a pertinent option (e.g., something from Amazon).  Make sure your device is compatible with your chosen cable before purchasing. You can do this by typing your device's name and the cable's name into a search engine and reviewing the results. If you don't already have an HDMI cable, purchase one now. HDMI cables go for around $10 online. This should fit into the charging port at the bottom of your phone. Your HDMI cable will fit in the opposite end of the converter. The roughly trapezoid-shaped HDMI port(s) should be on the back of your TV. HDMI ports usually have the word "HDMI" printed next to them.  Take note of which input is listed below the HDMI port (e.g., Video 3). Your converter may come with a USB power cable. If your TV doesn't have a readily-available USB port near the HDMI port, you can plug the USB power cable into your Android charger unit.  How you do this will depend on your TV model, but you can usually do so by pressing the "Input" button on the top or side of your TV. If your HDMI port is "Video 3", for example, you'll need to change the TV's displayed input to "Video 3". If you don't see your Android's screen mirrored on your TV after a few seconds, you may have to restart your device.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Compra un conversor de micro USB a HDMI. Conecta el extremo pequeño del conversor a tu Android. Conecta el cable HDMI al conversor. Conecta el cable HDMI al televisor. Enciende el televisor. Selecciona el puerto HDMI correspondiente en el televisor. Espera a que aparezca la pantalla de tu Android en la televisión.


Your physician will inquire about the history and development of your baby's illness, so make sure to have that information readily available.  This includes the situation surrounding the development of the symptoms. Certain conditions may help the physician determine whether or not your child has botulism, and how they may have gotten it. You should help your pediatrician by trying to soothe your child while the doctor examines him or her.  By this time, the physician will have taken note of any obvious signs or symptoms of infant botulism. She will check for the aforementioned signs and symptoms such as constipation, drooping eyelids, weak cry, difficulty feeding, and generalized weakness and paralysis. To confirm a case of infant botulism, your doctor will order laboratory tests.  Tests can be done on your baby's blood, vomit, or stool. These tests will reveal the presence of toxins produced by the Clostridium botulinum. Laboratory results may take more than a day to arrive, and since infant botulism can be fatal when not addressed promptly the doctor's analysis may serve as the primary basis for early diagnosis.  The preferred laboratory test is a stool culture. However, the baby might be suffering from constipation and in this case, a colonic irrigation or enema will be performed with saline. Toxin investigation is primarily done with blood as the specimen. In some cases, to further improve the investigation, dust or soil from clothing, honey, or any suspected source of infection will be taken and examined to identify Clostridium botulism.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Entrega el historial de la enfermedad del bebé al médico pediátrico. Calma al bebé mientras el médico hace un examen físico. Espera los resultados de las pruebas y análisis de laboratorio.


Your physician will make you aware of your “target” blood glucose levels, but you may need to test these blood levels daily. These can be tested at home using a home glucose monitor with test strips.  Depending on the monitor, you may need to get a pinprick of blood from your fingertips or from your forearm. These pinpricks are not too painful for most people, but they can be painful for some people. Target blood glucose levels are typically:  morning (or fasting) levels of less than 100mg/dL (< 5.3 mmol/L), 1 hour after meals: <140 mg/dL (<7.8 mmol/L) 2 hours after meals: < 115mg/dL (< 6.4 mmol/L) Your blood glucose level test results can guide you into changing the types and amounts of foods you eat to lower the levels of sugar in the blood.  If your blood sugar is high, you may need more insulin and you may need to look at what you are eating and decrease the amounts of sugars in your diet. If the blood sugar levels remain high and you are on diabetes medications, those may have to be increased. Insulin is a natural hormone replacement treatment and is a widely used natural treatment for diabetes. It may be necessary to add insulin (by injection) in order to “force” glucose into your cells.  Your physician will guide you as to how much insulin to take and how to take it.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Verifica tus niveles de glucosa en sangre con frecuencia. Cambia lo que comes y en qué cantidades en función de tus niveles de glucosa en sangre. Toma insulina según las indicaciones del doctor.


Your planter should come with drainage holes at the bottom, but if it doesn’t, be sure to create some using a drill. Turn the planter over so the bottom is facing up, and use a power drill to make holes along the outside edges of the bottom of the pot.  6-8 holes should be enough for most tall planters, but you can make more if your planter is wide or it seems like it could use more. Always use eye protection and gloves when using power tools. Use whatever filler material you’ve chosen to fill your planter 1/3 to half full. Some people choose to measure the depth of their plants instead, and subtract that number from the height of the planter to determine how much filler they need. This is fine too, especially if you’re using the planter for a plant that requires very little soil. For example, if your planter is 21 inches (53 cm) tall, and the soil of your plant is about 7 inches (18 cm) deep, you can either fill the bottom remaining 14 inches (36 cm) with filler, or fill the bottom 10.5 inches (27 cm), which is half the planter, depending on your preference. Certain fillers, like inverted pots or standing wood beams, may need extra support to hold them in place. Clay pebbles for plants are a good option for this, since they provide good drainage and are a bit lighter than wet soil. You can find clay pebbles at most hardware or home improvement stores in the garden/patio section. You also have the option of using wood chips instead of clay pebbles. These will need to be replaced each year because water can cause them to rot. Once you have your filler in place, put a 2 inches (5.1 cm) layer down on top of it, or more if your plant is somewhat shallow. If you used cans, bottles, or other plastic items as your filler, you should add a layer of newspaper, landscaping fabric, or cheesecloth between the filler and soil to prevent too much soil from falling down into the bottom of your planter.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Perfora agujeros en la jardinera si no los tiene. Rellena la jardinera de 1/3 a la mitad con el material de relleno. Rodea el material de relleno con guijarros de arcilla si es necesario. Añade una capa de mantillo a la jardinera.


Your plants will be ready to harvest 2 to 4 months after starting the flowering stage. There are two methods to determine when your plant is ready to harvest:  Pistils (the white hairs on the flowers) – Wait until new white hairs have stopped growing. Harvest when 50-75% of the hairs have darkened for the highest THC level. Harvest when 80-90% have darkened for more CBN, which has a relaxing effect. Trichomes – Trichomes are the "crystals" or glitter that accumulate on your buds during the flowering stage. Use a magnifier to examine the ones with mushroom-like heads on the ends. Harvest when most trichomes are milky or cloudy for the most intense high. Wait until they are amber for a more relaxing, narcotic type high. Using a sharp knife, cut the plant off at the stalk above the ground. Remove the large fan leaves. Using scissors, cut each branch from the plant. Handle them gently so as to not lose any trichomes (the clear buds that contain THC). Leaving the smaller leaves on the plant will result in a slower drying time, which means more flavor and potency. Hang the branches upside down with plenty of space between them to ensure even drying and to prevent the growth of mold. Keep them at room temperature to prevent drying too fast, and use a fan to promote air circulation (don't point the fan directly at the marijuana). You'll know your marijuana is dry enough when the smaller stems crack instead of bending when you flex them. Drying usually takes about a week. Use small scissors to remove any remaining leaves shielding the buds. (These trimmings contain some active ingredients and can be used in cooking.) Separate the individual buds from the stems and place them in 1 quart mason jars so the jars are about 75% full. During curing the marijuana will very, very slowly continue to dry out, and compounds that give it a grassy smell and taste will break down. The key is to try to keep the air in the jars at 60-65% relative humidity (RH). You'll want to open your jars at least once a day for the first 1-2 weeks...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina si tus plantas están listas para la cosecha. Cosecha y prepara la planta para el secado. Seca las ramas. Prepara la marihuana para el proceso de curado. Cura la marihuana. Deja que la marihuana se cure durante un máximo de seis meses. Almacena los brotes.


Your popsocket is small and already very sticky, so you won’t need a lot of water to clean it and help it restick. Too much water could lengthen its drying time past the 15 minute limit and ruin its stickiness. Leave your popsocket out in the open air to dry naturally. Lay it on a paper or cloth towel with the sticky side facing up.  Avoid letting your popsocket sit out for any longer than 15 minutes. Otherwise, it will lose its ability to stick.  If your popsocket still isn’t dry after 10 minutes, wipe the base gently with a paper towel. Any clean, flat surface will do. However, keep in mind that a popsocket may not stick as well to surfaces made from leather or silicone, or waterproof surfaces. Mirrors, windows, tablets, and smartphones are the best surfaces to attach a popsocket to. Let your popsocket rest for around 1 hour before expanding or closing it. This will give it enough time to fully adhere to your phone again.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca la base del popsocket en agua fría por 3 segundos. Deja que se seque por alrededor de 10 minutos. Pega nuevamente el popsocket en tu teléfono u otra superficie plana.


Your power steering system is actually remarkable at staying clean. That said, over time natural wear and tear will cause bits of rubber, plastic, and dirt to enter the fluid, and this can cause problems to the entire system if the fluid is not flushed. Each car has it's own suggested interval after which you should change the fluid, so look up your model's time frame. For high-end cars, you should consider replacing the fluid every 35-40 thousand miles. Your power steering fluid level should barely change from month to month. If it is changing, then you likely have a leak and should bring your car to an auto shop as soon as possible. Your reservoir usually has a labeled cap or a picture of a steering wheel. If you are having trouble locating this semi-transparent plastic tank, check your owner's manual. Open the reservoir and use a flashlight to peer down into the fluid. The consistency, color, and smell will tell you whether or not you need to change your fluid:   Flush your fluid if it smells burnt, looks dark brown or black, and/or has shiny, metallic bits in it.   Refresh you fluid if it is darkly colored, your owner's manual recommends it, and/or if you do frequent towing or high-weight driving.  Your fluid is fine if is is lightly colored, dark without metallic bits or chunks, or was replaced in the last two to three years. This could be the sign of more serious, and expensive, power steering problems. The sooner you take care of the issue, the easier and cheaper the repair will be.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Consulta el manual del propietario para verificar el cronograma recomendado de circulación de la dirección hidráulica. Revisa el depósito del líquido de dirección hidráulica una vez al mes para detectar la presencia de fugas. Examina el color y la consistencia del líquido de dirección hidráulica. Lleva el automóvil al mecánico si detectas un chillido al girar.


Your primary care physician can evaluate the extent of your injury. They can provide treatment and relief for minor strains, and if it is more serious, they can refer you to an orthopedic doctor. If needed, you may even receive a prescription for anti-inflammatory medication. These doctors specialize in the skeletal muscular system and will be able to make a sound judgement about how to best treat a ligament injury. They’ll question you about the cause of your injury, symptoms, and then advise you about the most appropriate treatment. A specialist (like a rheumatologist or orthopedic doctor) might recommend surgery or some other course of action. Depending on the severity of your injury, you’ll want to consult a personal trainer about steps you can take to promote ligament healing. Ultimately, a personal trainer will likely recommend that you limit stress to the damaged limb while working out muscles that surround the damaged ligament. Ask your doctor if they can recommend a personal trainer.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Consulta con un médico. Visita a un reumatólogo o un médico ortopédico. Habla con un entrenador personal.


Your primary goal should be to produce interesting, high-quality content for your intended readers. According to Google, interesting, well-curated blogs will naturally move up the search result rankings. Produce content that attracts visitors and inspires them to share your blog with their friends. Search engine "spiders" cannot “see” your site—they are only capable of reading your content and the blog’s code. Furthermore, these spiders only “read” approximately the first third of each page before moving on to the next page. You can improve the bot’s ability to crawl and index your site by:  Providing more text (i.e. crawlable content). Placing the content as close to the top of the page as possible.  As you produce more crawlable and indexable information, you will rise in the search results. Google encourages bloggers to pepper their content with key phrases and words that a member of your target audience may use in a search. When someone searches, the search engine shows results for sites that include the same words and/or phrases.  Balance is the key. Be careful not to overuse these key words and phrases. These keywords and phrases should also appear in your HTML title tags, meta “description” tags, anchor text, alt text, headings, and URLS.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escribe contenido de calidad para tu público objetivo. Haz un mayor énfasis en el contenido del blog que en la estética. Incluye palabras y frases clave en el texto y en el código.


Your pup should learn basic commands like "sit" and "stay" before being introduced to rabbit hunting. In particular, the "recall" command--teaching your dog to come back to you when you call him-- is the most important part of any dog training, and you should begin training your pup to follow this command early on.  Recall will be especially important during training in order to counteract predatory tendencies in the puppy and help to prevent them from injuring tame rabbits used in the training sessions. A guide to training a puppy to follow the recall command can be found here. Puppies at this age have a short attention span, so remember to keep training sessions between 2 or 3 times a day for 10-15 minutes. This helps the puppy learn to track a scent. Every three feet or so, cut off a piece of the meat. This will help to train the puppy to follow extended scent trails. As your puppy gets better at tracking the scent trail, extend the length of the trail, as well as the spaces between the pieces of meat. Dragging a dead rabbit through the grass will also familiarize the puppy with its scent and prepare it to track live rabbits.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Enséñale a tu perro las órdenes básicas de obediencia. Empieza a entrenar a tu cachorro cuando tenga entre 4 y 6 semanas de edad. Dispersa algunas golosinas en el patio y haz que el cachorro las encuentre usando su olfato. Ata un pedazo de hilo en un pedazo de carne (como una salchicha) y arrástrala por el patio.


Your puppy will need vaccinating against various canine infectious diseases. Your veterinarian will let you know which are important in your area. These could include distemper, parvovirus, canine adenovirus, leptospirosis, infectious canine hepatitis, parainfluenza virus, Lyme disease, and rabies (which is required in most municipalities).  Rabies vaccine is given the first time after 12 weeks of age and then repeated every 1 to 3 years. Other vaccines are usually given in three doses 3 - 4 weeks apart, with the final dose given around 16 weeks of age.  Veterinarians try to wait until a puppy is a few months old to give vaccinations. When a puppy is born it is given certain immunities from its mother. The puppy should be given the time for these immunities to work before it is given vaccinations. Remember to get your dog its yearly booster injections as well! An active dog like a collie is bound to spend a lot of time outdoors. This makes deworming and parasite treatment very important. These medications come in a wide variety of forms and each product has a slightly different spectrum of activity. Ask your vet which are best for your pet.  A basic worming regime is against roundworms (monthly) with a quarterly broad spectrum wormer against whipworms and tapeworms. If your collie is regularly eating carcasses then a monthly broad spectrum wormer is best. Treatment against heartworm is also advisable, either as a six-monthly injection, or a monthly spot-on treatment at home. Fleas are unpleasant and can cause skin allergies and infections. Another common parasite are ticks, which also carry unpleasant diseases such as Lyme's disease or tick borne fever. Prevention is better than cure, so this involves using a product effective against fleas and ticks, such as fipronil (Frontline or Effipro) or the Seresto collar. Collies are over sensitive to some drugs, of which ivermectin, an anti-parasitic, is the best known. There are now many excellent drugs available that eliminate parasites just as well as ivermectin....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Vacuna a tu perro. Desparasita y protege a tu perro contra los parásitos. Ten cuidado con el tipo de medicamentos que se le administren a tu collie. Esteriliza o castra a tu perro.


Your rabbit is a fragile animal and is easily scared. Your voice or the screams of your children might be interpreted as a danger by the animal. Rapid movements are often mistaken for a predator's attack.  Never scream at the rabbit. It will be terrified and may mistrust you in the future. Some rabbits liked to be carried, others hate it. If you can't make your animal relaxed in your arms, leave him/her alone. If it's essential to pick the rabbit up, such as to remove it from harm, then hold the rabbit in a towel to avoid getting your arms scratched and to help the rabbit feel safe. Rabbits are easily overwhelmed if there are too many people in the same room. Avoid loud music and flashing lights. Your rabbit needs peace and quiet. On the other hand, if your rabbit is scared, play some calming classical music. This will help them to calm down and feel more at rest. Gently hold your rabbit and pet it. Stroke the rabbit's head on the top, near the base of its ears. Keep your fingers at the top of the rabbit's head so it cannot nip you. Speak to the rabbit soothingly and kindly.  Try to establish a regular routine of petting and talking to your rabbit. Remember that some rabbits dislike being stroked on the nose, belly or underneath their chin. Covering the rabbit's eyes can help reduce fear. While stroking the rabbit, gently cover its eyes with your hands. However, some rabbits don't like this. If your rabbit doesn't quiet down after a few minutes, slowly remove your hand. If your rabbit is scared from loud noises around you, cover your rabbit's ears with your hand while stroking him/her or covering his/her eyes. If your rabbit is nervous, give it its favourite toy and play hard. Agitation can be a sign of boredom or lack of intellectual stimulation.  Give a piece of rabbit wood bought at the pet shop. Your animal will be very tempted to chew it and it's excellent for its teeth. If the rabbit doesn't show any interest for the game, stop after a few minutes and look for what's stressing it. Bunnies can rarely...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Adapta tu comportamiento. Tranquilízalo con el contacto físico. Entretén a tu conejo. Ofrécele un premio a tu conejo. Ve a la veterinaria.


Your radiator is located at the front of the engine bay, just behind the grill of the car.  There will likely be one or two fans mounted on the front facing side of the radiator, with plastic or metal end tanks on either side of the aluminum body.  The drain valve on your radiator is usually located on the driver’s side, near the bottom, on one of the end tanks.  Depending on the make and model of the vehicle, there may be a plug in the drain valve called a “drain cock.” If you have difficulty locating the drain valve or cock, check in your owner’s manual. Make sure you have a bucket that is large enough to hold all of the fluid that will be drained from the radiator, and place it beneath the drain valve.  Open the drain valve or remove the drain cock and allow the coolant to drain into the bucket.  Be careful, even if the radiator is only warm to the touch, the coolant pouring out may still be quite hot. Ensure you do not allow the coolant to drain onto the ground or into a drain.  Coolant must be disposed of properly in order to protect the environment and adhere to the law. Once the radiator is drained, close the valve or replace the drain cock.  Then open the radiator cap or the radiator pressure cap (depending on the vehicle).  You can locate the cap by checking in the owner’s manual, or simply follow the piping that leads from the radiator to the engine.  If there is a cap along the line, use that, or it may lead to a coolant reservoir with a cap on top.  Once you locate the appropriate cap, open it and look inside; the level of fluid should be quite low after draining the radiator.  Make sure to close the drain valve tightly so fluid will not leak out when you pour more in. The coolant pressure cap will often be marked with warnings like, “Do not open when engine is hot.” If you can hear coolant boiling despite the car’s temperature gauge indicating a normal temperature or if you notice bubbling coolant leaking from beneath the radiator cap, you will likely need to replace it.  Doing so will require...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ubica la válvula de drenaje del radiador. Coloca una cubeta debajo del radiador y abre la válvula. Cierra la válvula de drenaje y abre la tapa de presión del radiador. Reemplaza la tapa del radiador si es necesario. Llena el radiador con agua. Vierte el refrigerante drenado en recipientes herméticos.


Your rat will be easier to train and have ea happier life if he has easy access to his basic needs. You should always keep your rat well-fed (not over-fed) and make sure he has constant access to clean water.  Give your rat high-quality foods that contain all his essential nutrients. Some companies make blended rat foods in block form, which prevent rats from picking out only the tastier (and usually less nutritious) bits in their food. Ask your veterinarian how much/often to feed your rat based on his age and size. Remember that overfeeding can shorten your rat's life and make him lazy. Rats like to be clean, and they will become upset if their cage is too dirty. They also don't like their waste to be too close to their food and water, so keep these areas in separate corners of your rat's cage. Successful training depends in part on your rat's state of mind, so keep him happy about his environment in order to get the best results.  Change cage bedding every 3 to 5 days (or more often if you have more than 2 rats in one cage). Thoroughly sanitize your rat's cage once a week. This means removing all bedding, toys, and other objects and using a pet-safe cleaner to wipe down all the cage surfaces. Don't forget to clean out and sanitize water and food dishes, too. Rats are very social creatures, and they can easily become lonely or bored if they do not receive enough attention. For a happy rat, it is best to get at least two so they can keep each other company.  It is best to get both (or all) of your rats at the same time as juveniles so that territoriality and aggression are unlikely to become issues. You should still pay attention to your rats frequently, even if you have several rats in one cage. Keep your rats' cage in a place where you are frequently present and they can see what's going on around them. This will keep them from feeling isolated. Rats like to have things to climb on, hide in, and play with. This keeps them entertained and comfortable. Although you should expect your rat to chew on things in...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Dale suficiente comida y agua. Limpia su jaula con frecuencia. Socializa a tu rata. Haz que la jaula sea acogedora para las ratas. Asegúrate de alejar los objetos peligrosos de tu rata.


Your recipient should have a good idea about what the email is about before they even open it. Keep it short as well; a long subject can be cumbersome. For an introductory email, it is usually perfectly acceptable to write "Introduction - Your Name".  Mobile devices will typically only show about 25-30 characters of the subject, so keep it short. Don't start off with "Hello" or "Hi". You can use greetings like that once you've gotten to know the person. Start off with a tried-and-true business greeting. Avoid using the recipient's first name in the salutation.  "Dear Ms./Mr./Mrs." - If you are at all unsure about the marital status of the female you are emailing, you should always default to using "Ms." as it is less presumptuous. "To whom it may concern" - This should only be used if you are not sure who will be receiving the message. Your first sentence should introduce yourself to your recipient. This allows them to associate a name with the rest of the email message.  "My name is..." Give your title if applicable. If you have multiple titles, don't list them all out, just the most important or relevant one.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz que el asunto del mensaje sea claro. Inicia con un saludo de negocios. Preséntate.


Your reference page comes at the end of your paper, usually before any appendices or glossaries. Place the reference page on a new page directly after the end of your paper. Begin inputting your resources according to the standard required by your school.  For instance, you may be required to use American Psychological Association style (APA), the Modern Language Association's guidelines (MLA), Chicago style, or American Sociological Association style (ASA). You'll find examples of each of these styles in the section below. Each will have you create slightly different references, though you will use the same basic information. Once you have typed up all of the references, organize them according to the authors' last names. If a source doesn't have an author, use the first part of the title to alphabetize it. When you have multiple works by the same author, you can also use the title to decide which reference comes first in an alphabetized list. A reference page is a compilation of all of your cited sources. Forgetting to provide a reference for a source you cited in your paper could leave you open to charges of plagiarism, even if it was accidental.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca la bibliografía al final de tu trabajo. Usa el formato correcto para cada referencia de acuerdo a la guía apropiada. Ordena tu bibliografía por orden alfabético según los apellidos de los autores. Asegúrate de incluir todas las fuentes que citaste en tu trabajo.


Your relationship should be a source of joy and love, not a wrestling match between two angry scorpions who are trapped together. If you want to cultivate a loving and close relationship with your boyfriend, it's important to try to keep things as positive and loving as possible at all times.  Tell him regularly what you like about him. Write down a list of the things that you love about your boyfriend and that you're attracted to. This helps you to remind yourself as well, if you've forgotten. When bad things happen, as they will, try to handle them like an adult. If you have an argument, try not to scream and yell, but calm down and take a break if necessary. Talk about things when you're in a calm mood. If you want to love your guy, then be in his corner. If he's having a rough time at school or work, encourage him to do his best. If he's successful, compliment him and remind him that he's doing a good job. Be a positive presence in his life. Sometimes, encouragement should be hard. If your guy's been doing nothing but slugging brews and playing Xbox lately, then maybe he needs to be encouraged to spend his time a little more wisely. Talk with him about what he wants to do and encourage him in his interests, so he'll be more fulfilled. Try to avoid nagging or criticizing your guy, especially if he's having a rough time. Most guys will respond better to positive encouragement than to negatives. If your guy is doing something you don't like, give him the hint by suggesting different ways of doing things, instead of rubbing his face in his failures. Guys appreciate it when you cut to the chase and speak your mind. If you have an opinion about something, share it. If you're angry, say so. If something turns you on, tell him what it is so he'll do it again. Don't try to be subtle with a guy, just come right out and say it. Learn to recognize his personal signals. Some guys will close down and stop talking if they're upset. That doesn't mean you need to ask "What's the matter?" fifty times an hour. Some guys...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Sé positiva. Aliéntalo. Evita las críticas. Comunícate con él. Sé clara y simplifica las cosas. Pídele que te ayude con algo en lo que sea bueno. Mantente cerca de él cuando esté en sus mejores momentos.


Your representation, and the representation of others should be kept in mind. This is vital if the situation is in a professional (i.e. work) setting. Ask yourself some key questions to help you decide on what is the right thing to do and how to do it:   Will this decision go against your morals? Who could you potentially cross? Also, how will you go about avoiding this? How will others think of you? Do the other involved parties think this is a big enough deal for a “right thing” to be done? Doing right by others is just as important as carrying out a right deed to avoid guilt. It doesn't have to be a formal “group debrief”, but speaking with other involved individuals afterwards can relieve some residue tension. Keep in mind that talking with others can also positively result in the following things:  Engaging with others throughout the process of trying to do the right thing can keep everyone on the same page. Adequate communication avoids discrepancies between ideas and reactions. Try to diffuse tension among others. Depending on the severity of the situation, you may want to reconsider acting without considering other people's feelings. Ask why and how people are reacting to you in certain ways. Do they not agree that what you are doing is the right thing? Are they still mad? Asking why someone is acting in a certain way can put you in their shoes, and you can make better decisions with there perspective in mind. We all have reputations to maintain. Whether it is for others to see, or for ourselves to be the person we are, or strive to be, it is important to keep in mind how we present ourselves and represent others.  Ensure you are acting in a manner that won't be detrimental to others' reputations. This is especially important to keep in mind in professional settings like the work place. Do the right thing so it doesn't make others doubt your judgment. If others perceive you in a certain way, you want to keep in mind what others will say about you. Before carrying out the decision, try asking around if...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Realiza tus acciones de una manera que simplemente te represente a ti y otras personas. Intercambia criterios con las personas y actúa tan pronto como sea posible. Deja que todas las personas se expresen.


Your request for a gun license begins by completing the “Massachusetts Resident LTC/FID/Machine Gun Application” form. You can get a copy of the form from one of three possible sources:  If you have Internet access, you can print an application directly at home from the website of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security.  If you do not have Internet access, you can call the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security at 617-727-7775 to request an application by mail. Alternatively, visit your local police station and request a copy of the application form. Additional forms that you might need, such as an application as a non-resident, an application as a resident alien, or a Firearms Licensing Review Board Petition, may be found at the website of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security’s Firearms Forms and Applications page. You will need to complete the form carefully, either by typing or printing clearly and legibly all the answers. It is important that you read the instructions before completing the form. If you have any questions while completing the application, you should contact your local police department. If this is your first application, indicate that you are a new applicant by placing a check mark next to "New Applicant" at the top of the form. If this is for a renewal license, you will check “Renewal” and provide your most recent license number. For example, if you just want the license to purchase a firearm and keep it at home, then you need what is called an FID. Place a check mark next to "Firearms Identification Card.” If you are requesting permission to carry a firearm, you need the LTC license. You should select “License to Carry.” You will be required to enter your name, address, the date and place of your birth, the names of your parents, your physical traits, occupation and employer information, and either your Social Security Number or drivers license number. You will be asked for information regarding your citizenship, past convictions or...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Obtén el formulario de solicitud. Completa la solicitud de manera clara y con atención. Marca si se trata de la primera solicitud o una renovación. Indica el tipo de licencia que necesitas. Proporciona tu información personal en los campos correspondientes. Completa el cuestionario relacionado con tu estado legal. Proporciona los nombres y la información de contacto de dos referencias personales que no sean familiares. Explica los motivos por los que quieres obtener la licencia. Completa la solicitud.


Your resume is your place to brag about yourself. Make sure you use words that sound impressive and accurately convey the value of your experience.  You can find lists of resume buzzwords online, often broken down into categories. Words like oversaw, remedied, clarified, maintained, inventoried, and more are powerful terms on a resume.  It can be helpful to jot down a few of your duties at a given job and then reword them to sound more impressive. For example, say you worked as an editorial assistant for a magazine and one of the main components of your job was copy-editing. You might write down, "I read articles from contributors and checked them for grammar and clarity. I discussed my changes with authors and editors."  Expand on the above statement to make it sound more impressive. For example, "I reviewed an array of content from regular contributors for clarity, ease of reading, and basic grammatical structure. I collaborated with authors and fellow editors to enhance existing content." Resumes should not just list general skills. You should strive to be as specific as possible when you can.  If you work in business, do not say "I increased company revenue between 2012 and 2013." Include exact amounts. For example, "I increased company revenue from $120,000 in 2012 to $340,000 in 2013."  Include numbers whenever possible. If you're a teacher, do not say "Taught English to a group of high school students." Instead, say, "Taught English to a group of 18 high school seniors 5 days a week, teaching 4 sessions lasting 1 hour each."  If you work in a job where quantity is hard to qualify, focus on time. If you're in a creative field, for example, talk about the general duration of your projects to highlight your proficiency. If your job was performance-based, tell employers how long your practiced each day leading up to the performance. If you worked in writing, talk about word count. Give employers a rough sense of how many words you wrote per day. Resumes can be written narrative style, when a brief...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escoge las palabras correctas. Cuantifica los detalles cuando sea posible. Usa viñetas y párrafos.


Your resume should emphasize both your math and communication skills. Emphasize any experience you might have in your area of specialty. Construct the resume to appeal to the specific company or position you are applying to. For example, if you want to go into real property appraisal, you might indicate any experience you have in real estate, land development, property insurance, or mass valuation. Search for appraisal jobs in your area. Be sure to look for jobs that suit your experience and your specialty. Some places that hire appraisers include valuation firms, banks, auction houses, lawyers, and insurance companies.  Look on job hunting websites, such as Monster or LinkedIn, to see what appraisal jobs are available. Many professional organizations, such as the Appraisal Institute or American Society of Appraisers, have job postings on their website. You may be interviewed before getting hired at a firm. This is a good time to demonstrate how you might interact with clients. Be honest and friendly during the interview. Dress in professional clothing, such as a blazer, button-up shirt, trousers, or a dress.  You may be asked about your experience and qualifications for the job. Try to make your experience sound relevant for the position you are being interviewed for. Some firms may ask you how you will attract clients to the firm. In this case, emphasize your networking and communication skills. Any retail or marketing experience may be useful here. In some cases, an interviewer may ask questions about the job. These should be questions that you can answer if you took the USPAP course. Many appraisers work for themselves or start their own appraising business. Advertise your services by teaming up with local lawyers and banks. You might also drop your card off at auction houses, galleries, and insurance firms. You may want to create a social media page for your business to attract clients.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Redacta un currículum vitae diseñado para el puesto. Postula a trabajos de tasación en tu área. Actúa profesionalmente durante la entrevista. Inicia tu propio negocio de tasación, si así lo deseas.


Your risk of heart attack increases as you age. Men who are 45 or older, and women who are 55 or older, are more likely to have a heart attack than younger people.  People who are older may have different symptoms of heart attack than younger adults. Symptoms to watch for in older individuals include fainting, trouble breathing, nausea, and weakness. Dementia symptoms, such as incomplete memory, erratic or unusual behavior, and impaired reasoning, may be signs of a “silent” heart attack in elderly people. Being overweight or obese puts you at a higher risk of experiencing a heart attack.  A sedentary lifestyle also increases your risk.  A diet high in saturated fats increases your risk of coronary artery disease, which may lead to having a heart attack. Smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke increase your risk of having a heart attack. Your risk of heart attack is greater if you have any of the following medical conditions:  High blood pressure High blood cholesterol Family or personal history of heart attack or stroke Diabetes People with diabetes may experience less dramatic heart attack symptoms. Seek medical attention immediately for any suspected symptoms.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ten en cuenta tu edad. Considera tu peso. Deja de fumar. Piensa en otros problemas de salud crónicos.


Your résumé is one of the most basic, and perhaps most important, documents in your portfolio. This document summarizes your education and experience and should always be in your portfolio, even if you've already submitted it separately to the potential employer. You may want to keep more than one copy of your résumé in your portfolio, in case a potential employer wants one. Think about all the things you can do and make a list. If you have skills in a variety of different areas, you may want to categorize them, or create separate skills pages so you can add or subtract as needed to make your portfolio relevant to the job for which you're interviewing.  Include people skills, such as the ability to negotiate, lead, or communicate well. You can include references or examples in your portfolio to back these skills up. Feel free to include self-taught skills. In your portfolio, you have room to provide samples that show you know how to do something even if you don't have a formal certification for it. scan or make copies of paper licenses and certificates to include in your portfolio. For degrees, you might include transcripts and highlight relevant courses. If you're including transcripts, scan it so you can make multiple copies. You may be applying for different jobs for which you would highlight different courses. Letters of recommendation from people with knowledge of your skills and work ethic can persuade potential employers. If someone else had a good experience working with you, it gives a potential employer an idea of what they can expect.  Former employers are good sources for recommendations, provided you left on good terms and had a good relationship with your boss or supervisor. Ask for letters of recommendation from someone who supervised you directly and observed your work. Professors or instructors are good sources for recommendations as well, particularly if they taught a course that is relevant to your career. For example, if you're looking for work as a web designer, you might get a...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comienza con una copia actualizada de tu currículo. Crea listas de habilidades y competencias. Incluye pruebas de licencias, títulos y certificaciones. Consigue cartas de recomendación. Reúne muestras de tu trabajo. Resalta los premios y logros.


Your safety depends on you being aware of your surroundings. Living on the streets can be dangerous, especially since you can’t always tell who to trust. In addition to some people posing a threat to your safety, people may assume that you are the threat. Be cautious and courteous. As the cliche says, there is safety in numbers. Try to form partnerships with other people living on the streets so that you can keep each other safe. Living as a group will also allow you the option of keeping more possessions because you can take turns watching each other’s stuff. While the police usually mean security, for a person living on the streets they can also be a threat. Because of prejudices against people on the streets, you may be viewed as a criminal, especially in certain neighborhoods. Know where they tend to patrol and use that information to make the best decisions about where to sleep and where to seek shelter.  Depending on your area and race, a police presence could make a place safer or less safe for sleeping. If you have a good relationship with the police in your area, then sleeping on their patrols could be a good option for you. Always be respectful when interacting with the police, even if you feel you are being treated unfairly. When you live on the streets, you have to know the law well enough to protect yourself. No matter what anyone says, you still have rights. For example, in the U.S. you can legally hold up a sign asking for money in a public location because that falls under the First Amendment. On the flip side, some cities do have laws and ordinances that address the homeless population, so you need to check with local nonprofits to get that information. You can find pamphlets and more information at organizations such as the ACLU and nonprofits that focus on helping those who live on the streets. If you don’t know where to start, ask for help at your local soup kitchen or use the resources at the public library to do research. During harsh weather, don’t follow your normal sleeping patterns....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Permanece alerta. Permanece en grupo. Aprende la rutina de la policía. Conoce tus derechos. Busca refugio durante una tormenta. Usa un sombrero. Usa protector solar. Protege tus pertenencias.


Your selection should turn blue. This key should be located right next to your Spacebar.  Either one will work. Make sure that you are still holding down Ctrl or ⌘ Command.  Don't let go of it until you're done selecting all the songs you want. You can scroll up or down within iTunes to find other songs without losing your selection.  You can let go of Ctrl or ⌘ Command without losing your selection.  Just make sure you press down on it again before clicking another song.  Otherwise, you'll lose the whole lot. If you tend to have trouble with this process, it's probably safer to just keep holding down Ctrl or ⌘ Command.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz clic en la primera canción que deseas. Mantén presionada la tecla Ctrl (PC) o ⌘ Command (Mac). Haz clic en la siguiente canción que deseas. Sigue haciendo clic en las otras canciones.


Your service dog must comply with all local regular licensing and registration regulations. This typically includes getting vaccinated for rabies and wearing dog tags.  Some cities have banned certain dog breeds in the belief that those breeds represent a threat to the health and safety of the community. Service dogs must be exempted from those bans. Under the ADA, it is illegal to require mandatory registration of service dogs. However, some local communities may offer special service dog tags in addition to regular dog tags. If your community offers service dog tags or special registration, participation is voluntary. However, registration may provide important benefits. For example, if your service dog was registered, first responders would know to look for your dog during an emergency evacuation. Accredited training organizations may administer the Assistance Dogs International (ADI) Public Access test. If your service dog can pass this grueling test, it is considered among the elite service dogs in the world.  The ADI itself does not test or certify dogs, but many accredited organizations do. You can find an accredited organization near you by visiting http://www.iaadp.org/iaadp-minimum-training-standards-for-public-access.html. More than half of the service dogs trained by accredited professional trainers cannot pass this test, so don't be disappointed if your dog doesn't make the grade. If the organization offering the test allows it, videotape your dog completing the tasks. You never know when it might come in handy later on. This test is another way to document the effort you've put into training a self-trained service dog. It's typically easier to find an obedience center that offers this test than it is to find one that offers the ADI Public Access test.  Some obedience centers only offer the test to dogs who complete the 6-week canine good citizen class. However, there are many that offer the test separately for people with self-trained dogs who want the credential. If your dog passes the test,...

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Consulta las leyes de licencias para perros donde vives. Haz que una organización de entrenamiento acreditada certifique al perro. Dale a tu perro la prueba AKC Buen Ciudadano Canino (AKC Canine Good Citizen, CGC por sus siglas en inglés). Considera registrar al perro en el Registro de Perros de Servicio de los Estados Unidos (USSDR, por sus siglas en inglés).


Your sheep need a shelter that protects them from all the elements, year round. These elements include sun, wind, and rain. While a barn is a great, it's not necessary. A three-sided structure works just as well.  The nice thing about having a barn with stalls is that you can separate sick or pregnant sheep from the rest of the flock. A shaded area outside is a good idea, so that the sheep can be outside in the warm weather, but have somewhere cool to graze. This could be anything from an overhang off the barn, or a clump of trees. How much bedding you have should depend on how much time the sheep spend in their shelter. For colder climates it's best to give them a good, thick bedding of hay. This will keep them clean and warm.  You shouldn't use sawdust for wool sheep as this will ruin their wool. Some people consider pine shavings to be better than hay, because of its absorbency, but that simply depends on your personal preference. Pine shavings do cling to a sheep's coat, which can make it more difficult come shearing time. You can sprinkle PDZ in each stall and under the overhang outside about once a month to neutralize urine. Sheep will spend about 7 hours a day grazing. Most estimates are about 10 sheep per acre. The number can vary based on size and condition of sheep (ewes with lambs), condition of pasture (tall fescue grows fast spring and fall), and how you manage your pasture. Pasture sizes vary based on locale, climate, maintenance, type of planting, and rainfall. For example: dry rocky conditions will need more pastureland to provide more grass. Install a fan, and keep the doors to the shelter open. This is especially important if you live in a hotter climate, or have hot summers. There should be airflow all throughout the year, even in the cooler times, although you don't necessarily want to have the fan going in winter. A fan and open doors will cool the shelter on hot days, as well as keep the flies away from the sheep. Fencing is incredibly important for keeping the sheep in and the predators...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Proporciona un refugio para todo el año. Dales una cama de paja. Asegúrate de que tu pastizal soporte la cantidad de ovejas que elijas. Mantén el flujo de aire en movimiento. Instala una cerca.


Your shin guards should be both durable and lightweight. They are normally  made from a combination of shock-resistant polypropylene, foam and plastic. Ensure that they won’t negatively impact your performance and are able to withstand a hard tackle. Bulky shin guards may negatively affect your performance making it difficult to handle the ball or move. If they feel like ankle weights, they may be too too heavy. You also want to make sure that they aren’t flimsy and solid enough to protect you from a tackle. While beginners may opt for them, detachable ankle socks or lower ankle pads may feel uncomfortable or restrictive for more seasoned players. These pads may also soak up a lot of moisture. Many players prefer shin guards with a velcro strap at both the bottom and top to set it in place. Prevent your shin guard from sliding down your leg or getting loose by wrapping tape around the bottom.  Avoid letting your your shin guard push against the top of your foot and ankle. Many shin guards only have velcro for the top so that you can tape the bottom to your preference. Refresh your tape during half time when you’re playing a match to make sure that it stays in place. If you have a team trainer, ask to tape your feet and ankles to help prevent injury. Get use to playing with shin guards so that you feel comfortable with them on during an official match. While you may train without them, increase your performance by doing any soccer related movements with them on.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige el material adecuado. Asegúrate de que las espinilleras sean livianas. No uses almohadillas para la parte inferior de los tobillos o medias tobilleras desprendibles. Mantén la espinillera en su lugar. Usa espinilleras lo más que puedas.


Your shoes change the way you stand and alter your height, so you need to wear them when taking your measurements. Choose the shoes that you would typically wear with your pants so that your pants are the correct length. Position the tape measure where you normally wear a belt. Then, wrap the tape measure around your waist. Slide your finger under the tape so that your pants will fit comfortably. Finally, take the measurement. The outseam is the measurement of outside part of the pants leg. To take this measurement, position your tape at the top of your waistband at your side. Then, slide the measuring tape down to the point where your pants hit your shoes. Take the measurement at the spot where you want your pants to meet your shoes. Make sure you’re wearing the shoes you plan to wear with your suit. Position the tape inside your leg as high as it will go. This should be where your leg meets your groin. Then, slide the tape down your leg until it meets the bottom of your ankle. Take your inseam measurement. It's also possible to take this measurement on a pair of pants that you already have that fit you well. Lay the pants out on a flat surface, hip side down. Fold one pant leg out of the way and measure down the entire length of the inseam. The rise will determine how high your pants come up. Position your tape measure at the lowest point of your crotch, then bring it up to the spot where you typically wear your belt. Make note of the measurement. Choosing the best rise for you will help your body look proportional.  Pants that are labeled as “normal rise” will have a rise between 9 to 12 in (23 to 30 cm). They’re a great option if you’re of average height. “Short rise” pants typically have a rise between 7 to 9 in (18 to 23 cm). This rise can look very flattering if you’re shorter than average height. “High rise” pants have a rise that’s over 10 in (25 cm), and they’re a great option if you’re taller than 6 ft (1.8 m) tall.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ponte tus zapatos de vestir cuando vayas a medirte para el pantalón. Mídete la cintura en la parte en que normalmente usas el cinturón. Determina el largo del pantalón midiendo desde la pretina hasta el piso. Para determinar la entrepierna, mide desde la ingle hasta el final del tobillo. Para determinar el tiro, mide desde el final de la ingle hasta la cintura.


Your shoes should be neither too tight nor too loose.  A properly-fitting shoe will leave a half-inch of space between your longest toe (which is not necessarily your largest toe) and the tip of the shoe.  Walk around in the shoes before buying them to ensure fit and comfort. A square or rounded "toe box" (the area of the shoe in which your toes go) will provide the best fit and greatest comfort. Try on shoes before you buy them, even if you know your size. This is because sizing may vary widely from brand to brand. Purchase shoes that fit well, even if the size is different from what you are used to wearing. Feet may swell up to eight percent in the course of the day, so shop for shoes in the afternoon, as that is the time of day when your feet will be enlarged. By choosing shoes that will fit comfortably even when your feet are at their largest, you will help to prevent blisters at all times. Shoes that squeeze your foot, ones that are too loose, or ones that cause you to walk abnormally subject your foot to pressure and friction that may result in blisters. Try to avoid wearing these types of shoes, which include:  High heeled shoes, especially those with narrow toe boxes. These can force the toes into a cramped position, put intense pressure on the ball of the foot, and increase friction on the heel and elsewhere. Flip-flops, which put pressure on the toes as they squeeze to keep the shoes from falling off. Any overly tight style of shoe. Before wearing new shoes for prolonged periods of time, wear them for just short sessions. For instance, before wearing a new pair of shoes all day long, wear them for just a couple of hours at home. This process, known as breaking in your shoes, gives them time to gradually conform to your exact foot shape so that they will fit most comfortably. It is especially important that shoes which will be worn for athletic or intensive purposes, such as hiking boots, are properly broken in before they are used normally. Cotton socks can absorb moisture; this can help control...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escoge zapatos de la talla adecuada. Evita el calzado que suele causar ampollas. Ablanda los zapatos. Escoge los calcetines adecuados. Usa plantillas cómodas y que proporcionen buen apoyo. Cámbiate el calzado con frecuencia. Mantén tus pies secos.


Your sister or brother is likely to be feeling a host of emotions—fear, sadness, anxiety, and enthusiasm. Ask what you can do to make the transition easier. A simple "Is there anything I can do to help?" can make your sister or brother feel less alone during this big transition. Another way to show support is to distract your sibling from the big move. Distractions can work wonders to deal with the stress of the move. Sometimes, the best support is just taking the time to step away from packing to do something fun the two of you used to do together like riding your bikes or going for a walk in the park. Creating new memories before he or she leaves will help you two stay connected. It might be fun to plan a going away party, help your brother or sister come up with decorations for the dorm, or visit campus to see where he or she will be living soon. Siblings like to feel a connection to family and like they are creating a legacy. So, take some time to ask your brother or sister for advice before the move. Giving your brother or sister a special gift can go along way towards helping him or her adjust to college life and helping you express your emotions. The gift doesn’t have to cost a lot. But, it should mean something to both of you.  Pictures or frames make great gifts to take to college and use as decorations. You can also make your sister or brother a special gift that bring up memories for him or her. Matching items like a special pillow or stuffed animal you both can keep on your beds make for a cute gift as well. Get engaged with a new hobby. Spend more time with your existing friends. Your life shouldn’t stop when your brother or sister goes away to college. Plus, getting involved in new activities will keep your calendar full and help you better cope with his or her departure.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ofrece tu apoyo. Comparte tiempo de calidad con tu hermano antes de que se marche. Prepara un regalo de despedida con valor sentimental. Mantente ocupado.


Your skin cells are stimulated to make vitamin D after they are exposed to ultraviolet B (UVB) rays from the sun. To stimulate this process, you should spend five to 30 minutes in the sun without sunscreen between 10 in the morning and three in the afternoon. Do this at least twice a week and try to expose your face, arms, legs, and back to the sun.  Your location on the planet, such as your latitude, doesn’t make a significant difference in terms of the amount of UVB rays you are getting when you sit out in the sun. However, factors like the season, the time of day, the amount of cloud cover, air pollution, and the melanin content in your skin can affect your body’s ability to absorb vitamin D. In the winter time, it can be more difficult to get five to 30 minutes of sun on your face and arms. Try to still spend time outside during the winter months, even if it is cold outside. Keep in mind sun that is filtered through glass does not have very strong UVB rays, so getting sun indoors behind a window will not give you necessary amount of exposure to the sun. You will need to go outside and expose your face, arms, legs, and back to direct sunlight. After you have spent five to 30 minutes in the sun, you should apply sunscreen that contains at least SPF 8 or higher on any exposed skin. The UVB radiation from the sun will increase your risk of skin cancer if you do not protect your skin.  You should make sure your skin does not feel like it is burning, too hot to the touch, tight, dry, or painful when you are in the sun. If you feel any of these symptoms, you should get out of the sun. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects against UVA and UVB exposure.  They recommend SPF 30 or higher. If you will be sweating or going in the water, look for a water-resistant sunscreen. If you have a darker skin tone, your skin contains more melanin and you may need to spend more time in the sun to get the required amount of vitamin D. You should spend 10–40 minutes in the sun...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pasa de 5 a 30 minutos afuera en el sol entre las 10:00 a.m. Aplícate bloqueador solar después de estar 30 minutos en el sol. Pasa más tiempo en el sol si tienes un tono de piel más oscuro. Evita las camas de bronceado.