Make sure that you are being told to subtract the expanded forms of two numbers. If the question is phrased as a word problem, pull the numerals out of the problem and arrange them in subtraction format.  Note that you should rewrite any numbers originally in standard or written form if the question explicitly tells you to show your work in expanded form.  Example: Subtract [500 + 70 + 1] from [800 + 10 + 4].  Rewrite as: [800 + 10 + 4] – [500 + 70 + 1]  Or: 800 + 10 + 4 – 500 – 70 - 1 Identify all numbers falling into separate place value categories (ones, tens, hundreds, thousands, etc.). Rewrite the problem so that all numbers belonging to the same place value category are grouped together.  Example: For [800 + 10 + 4] – [500 + 70 + 1]:  Hundreds: 800 – 500 Tens: 10 – 70 Ones: 4 – 1 Subtract the numbers in each place value category. Start with the lowest category (ones) and gradually work your way up to the highest.  If the number you are subtracting from is smaller than the number you must subtract from it, you will need to take an entire place value from the category above it. For instance, take “10” from the tens category if the values in the ones category cannot be subtracted as they are.  Example: Start with the ones category, followed by the tens, followed by the hundreds.  4 – 1 = 3 10 – 70; since “70” is larger than “10,” you'll need to take “100” from the “800” and add it to the “10,” making this equation: 110 – 70 = 40 700 – 500 = 200; the “800” became “700” when you took the “100” for the tens category Arrange the differences from each category in a row, separating them with plus signs. This is the expanded form of your final answer.  To find the standard form of this answer, all you need to do is add the digits of the expanded form together.  Example: [800 + 10 + 4] – [500 + 70 + 1] = 200 + 40 + 3 In standard form, the answer would be: 243

TL;DR in Spanish:

Observa el problema. Separa los números por valor posicional. Resta cada grupo de valores posicionales por separado. Escribe la respuesta final.


Make sure that you are folding it lengthwise. Fold the cloth just short of the halfway mark if you want the toga to drape longer across your body.  Take one end of the toga, and drape it across your left shoulder. You will want to adjust the cloth so that its bottom lands above your left ankle. Hold the toga in place with the left arm and body. Wrap the cloth around your back. Stop when it reaches across the back to the right side of your body. When wrapping the cloth around your back, wrap about three feet of the fabric about 1.5 times around your waist. Take the rest of the cloth's width in hand, and create folds or ripples in it. Some describe this as an accordion-like texture.  Wrap the cloth the rest of the way around your body, under your right arm and then across the body's front. Drape the remaining part over your left shoulder. This is the most important look of the toga: It must be draped over one shoulder, usually the left. Alternatively, bring both of the fabric ends up to one shoulder, and tie them. Then take the extra materials from the knot area, and fold it down under the rest of the fabric. Folding a bedsheet into a toga is very similar, with the exception that the sheet is likely to be rectangular in shape instead of a semi-circle.  Take a corner of the sheet in hand. Hold it in front of the top of your left shoulder. Drape it across the chest. Tuck it under your right arm. Wrap it around the back. Tuck it under the left arm and in front of your chest. Take the second corner. Bring it across your chest under your arm and around your back. Bring the corner up over your back. The toga should be about knee length. All you will need is bed sheet, some safety pins, and a decorative pin.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Dobla la tela a la mitad. Crea pliegues en la tela. Usa una sábana en lugar de tela.


Make sure that you call 911 before you begin to make sure that performing a tracheotomy is even necessary. The emergency response team may be nearby.  If you truly have no other option but to perform a tracheotomy, then you should still stay on the phone with emergency services. The dispatcher may be able to talk you through the procedure or put you in contact with someone who can. Having someone on the phone may also help to keep you calm. This is the soft spot on the throat where the incision will be made.  To find this, find the Adam's apple, or larynx. Both men and women have an Adam's apple, but they are more pronounced on adult men. You may have to feel the victim's neck to find the Adam's apple on a woman or a child. Slide your finger down from the Adam's Apple until you feel another bulge; this is the cricoid cartilage. There is a slight indentation in between the Adam's Apple and the cricoid cartilage; this is where the incision will be made. Just below your cut, you'll see the cricothyroid membrane (it is a yellowish elastic membrane located between the surrounding layers of cartilage). Make an incision on the membrane itself. The depth of the puncture should be just sufficient to gain access to the airway.  Given the emergency nature of this procedure, it is okay to proceed without formal sterilization. Time is of the essence, and the concern of potential infection can be dealt with when emergency medical personnel arrive. However, if gloves are available — even if they are not sterile — use them to protect yourself from bloodborne diseases like HIV and hepatitis. Do this by placing a straw tube 2 inches (5.1 cm) into the trachea.  You can suck on the straw and see if you get air coming back to you to confirm that it is correctly located in the victim's airway. A ballpoint pen casing (with the ink-filled tube from the inside removed) is also a good option for a tube. These should last approximately one second each. Hopefully, the victim will begin breathing on her own (you will see her chest rise...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Llama a emergencias antes de empezar. Localiza el área de la membrana cricotiroidea en el cuello de la víctima. Realiza un corte horizontal de aproximadamente 1,27 cm (media pulgada) de profundidad y longitud. Conserva la abertura para facilitar la respiración. Respira dos veces a través del tubo para suministrarle aire.


Make sure that you choose a very good and appropriate moment to first approach her. If you pick the right moment, you’ll be able to present yourself in the best light possible. Remember, first impressions are everything. Consider the following:  Avoid moments when she is busy or distracted. Avoid inappropriate moments like during a lecture or exam. Try to take advantage of a moment when you’ve naturally come into contact with her, like when both checking out in the lunch line, or in the library. Introductions are important, so don’t botch this up. Make sure your introduction is memorable and smooth. Put a little forethought into it. Consider:  Quickly telling her something interesting about yourself, so that you’re more memorable. Asking her simple facts about herself, if you don’t already know. Don’t keep her too long, if either of you are in the middle of going somewhere. Comment about your surroundings. Body language is extremely important when people make their first impressions of others. You want to do everything you can to come across as an interesting, relaxed, and likeable person.  Make sure to smile, when appropriate. Avoid fidgeting. Avoid crossing your arms or other nervous or threatening postures. Maintain good posture: stand up straight, don't hunch your shoulders forward, and hold your head up high. Boasting can be a really big conversation disaster. While it’s both a good thing and very tempting to try to talk yourself up when you initially meet her, this could be dangerous. You don’t want to come across as a braggart, as arrogant, or as overly confident. However, you do want to show yourself in the best light possible. Avoid sending her the message that you’ll do anything to be with her and you’re essentially a pushover. Try to find the middle ground where she knows you want to be with her, but she knows she’s got to work a little bit too if she wants to be with you. There is no real formula for this, and you’ve got to feel it out as you get to know her.  Don’t play petty games like “if she...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escoge el momento correcto. Empieza presentándote si todavía no la conoces. Mantén un lenguaje corporal positivo. No te jactes. Sé un reto. Evita ser dominante. Ten buen sentido del humor. Compórtate con naturalidad.


Make sure that you have enough time for outlining your paper, looking through the book, writing your paper, seeking feedback from others, and revising your paper.  Make a schedule for the time frame in which you will complete your paper. Set internal deadlines where you are accountable to another person. Saying “I will send a draft of my paper to my peer revision partner by Thursday” is some effective than saying “I will finish a draft by Thursday.” Reward yourself for completing tasks on time with breaks and smaller rewards. For example, if you complete your outline on schedule, you could go get ice cream with friends. All effective papers about literature include a thesis statement, or a specific argument that you wish to prove in your paper.  Your thesis statement should be opinionated, original, and relevant to the literary work. It should not be a factual statement but instead a debatable opinion.   An example of an ineffective thesis statement: “In Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Harry’s wand is unique to him.” This statement is ineffective because it is simply a fact--although one could write many interesting things about the fact that Harry’s wand is unique to him, no one can dispute that this is true because it is a fact. An example of an effective thesis statement: “In Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Harry’s wand represents his coming of age through its power to give him more agency through magic, its link to both his past and his future, and its unique physical form.” This thesis statement works well because it is debatable; someone might instead argue that the wand represents Harry’s duty to the wizarding world or that the wand more represents his identity as a student. The thesis statement has both facts and opinions, so it seems opinionated but not outlandish. In order to support your thesis statement, you should find quotes from the book that illustrate your point.  If your thesis statement argues that rain presents despair, for example, you might want to look for a passage in the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Date el tiempo suficiente para escribir y revisar. Idea un enunciado de tesis que sea original y argumentativo. Emplea citas directas del libro y también tu propio análisis. Revisa y corrige de manera extensa.


Make sure that you have the proper equipment. An adequate machine should be capable of heating water to desired brew temperatures (approx 192-200ºF, or 90-96ºC) and be capable of delivering the water at least 9BAR (~130PSI) in a consistent manner. For those on a budget, Coffeekid.com recommends the Rancilio Betsy, Saeco Classico, or Gaggia Coffee.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Puedes buscar en Internet para obtener ayuda sobre cómo preparar un trago de café expreso en una máquina de café expreso.


Make sure that you look up words in the chapter that you are reading from. This will help you understand the Bible better. This will keep you accountable to reading every day. Also, ask yourself questions and write them down in your Bible notebook.  Use the "who", "what", "when", "where", "why", and "how" formula for your studies.  For instance, "Who was there?", "What was happening?", "Where is this happening?", "How did it turn out?". This simple formula will make the story make sense. But don't do this if it belongs to someone else. These are little numbers and symbols which tell you to look somewhere else in the text for more information, or show you when something was previously discussed. Footnotes, usually found at the bottom of a given page, will tell you where information is coming from or explain complex ideas or historical events and concepts. Try picking out a few words that jumped at you and looking them up in a concordance to find other verses talking about the same thing. This is where a chain reference Bible is essential. You don't have to write a lot. Just use a notebook page with the date, book/chapter/verse on the top. Ask yourself some questions and outline what you are reading. This helps to show you what God is revealing to you through His Word. Write out ideas or verses or thoughts that come into mind as you read. Think "Who, What, When, Where, Why, How." Answer every possible question under each category. Compare your findings with what you know the Bible teaches. Then look them over and pray about it. . Turn off the television or radio. Unless you're studying with a group, try to find a quiet place where you have a table to read and take notes. This is alone time between you and God.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Usa un diccionario. Consigue una libreta de apuntes para tu estudio. Subraya cosas importantes o que te llamen la atención en tu Biblia. Utiliza las referencias cruzadas y las notas a pie de página si tu Biblia las tiene. Sigue las referencias en tu Biblia de estudio hasta volver al sitio dónde las usaste por primera vez. Escribe un diario. No te distraigas


Make sure that you read the instructions that come with the car seat thoroughly before you attempt to install the seat. This will help you to understand the correct installation method and save you time.  If you cannot follow the instructions or they seem too complicated, ask a friend, family member or even a salesperson at the place where you bought the seat to install the car seat for you. Do not risk installing the car seat incorrectly, as this could put your child's life at risk in the case of an accident Most car seats are secured into the correct position using the car's own seatbelt. The seatbelt usually needs to pass through the base of the seat in a specific way. When installing the car seat, make sure the belt follows the correct path. If it is positioned correctly, you should not be able to move the seat more than an inch in any direction. Check to see whether the car seat's own straps are routed through the right holes, in the right order and in the right direction. If not, there should be diagrams in the instructions to show you how to set them up. Test the position of the straps by placing your child into the seat and looking for the following:  Make sure the straps are tight, but not so tight that they are digging in or causing the child to be hunched over. You should be able to adjust the tightness of the straps easily. Make sure that the straps follow the correct path, over the child's shoulders and between his or her legs. Make sure that the shoulder straps go across the child's chest and not across his or her neck. Try buckling and unbuckling the child several times until you get the hang if it. This is important, in case you need to remove the child from the seat in a hurry.  However, it's important that the seat is not so easy to unbuckle that the child can do it themselves. This could be very dangerous if the child were to unbuckle themselves while the car was in motion. Opt for car seats that have two-piece retainer clips, as these are harder to release and your child will not be able...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Lee las instrucciones antes de instalar la silla. Verifica que la silla esté bien fija con el cinturón de seguridad. Revisa las correas de la silla para que te asegures de que las has puesto correctamente. Prueba si puedes abrochar y desabrochar las correas. Aprende a cambiar la posición de la silla. Averigua sobre el pasado de la silla.


Make sure that you're not pitching an article idea that they have already covered unless you can bring new information or a fresh perspective to the story. The best bet is to pitch article ideas on pieces that are missing. Look for niche stories that relate to the content that they usually publish, but a topic that's been underreported.  For instance, if you're pitching for a local newspaper, you can get ideas from local gossip or controversies that may not have been covered yet. Reporting on smaller, marginalized communities may be something that other journalists have not done. If a report came out recently, you can try to be the first person to write a synopsis of how it impacts people. Many of your pitches are likely to get rejected, especially if you haven't developed a relationship with the editor. Play the odds and pitch often. Pitching your ideas to more than one editor can increase your chances of getting your article picked up. Take the assignment that comes first. One of the biggest turnoffs for editors is a poorly formulated pitch. A pitch that's riddled with spelling or grammatical errors shows the editor that you don't care and gives them a negative impression. Make sure to double check your pitch and edit it so that there are no errors. The top line of your story will be the first thing that editors will see and you want to make sure that it grabs their attention. Use actionable verbs and try to make the title of your article as catchy and compelling as possible. For instance, instead of writing "How to Eat Healthier" write "Eat Your Way to Great Health."

TL;DR in Spanish:

Piensa en temas novedosos para tratar en los artículos. Propón ideas con frecuencia. Revisa dos veces tu propuesta para corregir la gramática y la ortografía. Crea un título de artículo pegadizo.


Make sure that your MIG welder has a wire on the spool. Look at the tip of the welding gun to make sure that it’s being properly fed up into the gun. Ensure that your shielding gas canisters are properly set up and that your welding machine is in proper working order. Your MIG welder should have a grounding clamp that you need to clamp onto your table. This will prevent you from getting electrocuted if you end up touching your table. Rest one hand on the table that you’re welding on and use it to control the direction of the gun while you weld. Your other hand should be gripping the gun, with your index finger ready to press the trigger. Remember to wear gloves when handling the welding machine. Positioning the gun on a 20-degree angle against the piece of metal will help you penetrate into the metal as you weld. This is also commonly referred to as a push position. Put your welding helmet down over your face and press the trigger on the gun. This should create a bright spark the end of your welding gun. Keep your face away from the weld so you don’t injure yourself or inhale any toxic fumes. Press the tip of the welding gun against the piece of metal. Sparks should start to be created by the welding gun. Leave the gun in a single spot for one or two seconds before you start moving it down your piece of metal. Work your way down the metal, making tiny circles as you move the welding gun. As you move down your piece of metal, you'll start to see hot metal start to pool behind the tip of your welding gun. Once you’ve reached the end of your weld, let go of the trigger and turn off your welding machine.  If you move the weld gun too slowly, you may create holes in your sheet of metal. If you move your weld gun too fast, you may not heat the metal hot enough to melt it and your weld will be very thin.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Configura adecuadamente el soldador MIG. Fija el terminal de tierra a la mesa en la que trabajarás. Sujeta la pistola soldadora con ambas manos. Ubica la punta de la pistola soldadora en un ángulo de 20 grados. Enciende el soldador y presiona el gatillo. Mueve la pistola lentamente sobre el metal para comenzar a soldar. A medida que sueldas, realiza círculos muy pequeños.


Make sure that your audience is at a 45-degree angle while watching you.  This trick relies on you positioning yourself so that your audience can only see one of your feet. The trick works because your audience will only be able to really see the foot nearest to the audience. With the right angle, the other foot is mostly blocked from view, except for maybe the heel. This trick works best with a small audience. If there are too many people you might not be able to find a good angle. You need to make sure that nothing in your area is going to expose the illusion of your levitation.  Make sure there are no reflective surfaces, like a mirror, that would show the side of your body you are hiding from the audience. It’s best to stand a few feet away from a wall or corner. Or, outside in an open space. The closer your audience is to you, the harder it will be to hide your back foot.  Stand about 8-10 feet away from everyone to achieve the best illusion. If the audience is too close, then someone might have a viewing angle that exposes the fact that your back foot is still on the ground. Place your feet together or leave about 2 centimetres (0.79 in) if space between.  Giving yourself a bit of space between your feet might help you with balancing. Make sure to line up your toes and heels. You don’t want one foot more forward than the other.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Párate en ángulo con respecto a tu público. Presta atención a tu entorno. Párate a una cierta distancia. Junta los pies.


Make sure that your computer is completely powered down before you work on the inside. Unplug it from the wall once it has been completely powered down. Your monitor is most likely connected to your old graphics card, so disconnect it from the back of your computer before removing the old card. Whenever you work inside of your computer, you should make sure that you're properly grounded. An electrostatic wriststrap attached to the bare metal of the case is the most convenient way to ground yourself when working in a computer. You can also ground yourself by touching a metal water tap with the water running. If you are upgrading, you'll need to remove your old graphics card before installing your new one. If you were using your motherboard's on-board graphics card, you may not have a card to remove.  Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screw that is securing the old card to the case. Unplug any cables connected to the old graphics card. Undo the latch underneath the back end of the old graphics card (PCIe). This latch helps secure the graphics card, so make sure to unlatch it before pulling the old card out. Gently pull the old card directly out of the slot. Pull the old card straight out of the slot. You may have to be firm, but don't force it out. If you can't pull the card out, make sure that the latch has been released and the Phillips screw has been removed from the card's bracket. Many newer graphics cards require two bays on the back of your computer. You may need to remove the protective panel for the next bay if you haven't used it before. These panels usually pop off, though it varies depending on your computer case. Make sure that there aren't any cables obstructing the slot and that none will get stretched underneath the back of the card. Push the card firmly down straight into the PCIe slot until you hear it latch and it is evenly inserted. Secure the card to the case using Phillips-head screws (most cards will come with a couple). Make sure to secure each bracket if the card takes up...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Apaga la computadora. Desconecta el monitor. Conéctate a tierra. Quita la tarjeta gráfica anterior (si es necesario). Quita cualquier cubierta adicional de puerto (si es necesario). Introduce la tarjeta nueva. Conecta la fuente de alimentación. Cierra la carcasa. Conecta el monitor a la tarjeta gráfica nueva.


Make sure the area you are shaving is clean to prevent infection. Wash the area you want to shave with soap as you normally would. Try to use a high-quality soap for a deep clean. If you are shaving a particularly hairy area, like your head or your beard, trim off as much hair as possible beforehand using clippers. Applying a hot towel will open your pores and allow for a smoother shave. Alternatively, you can take a warm shower. Extra virgin olive oil is best for your skin. It is the least processed form of olive oil, and therefore contains more anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds than other types, including pure and light olive oils. Consider buying a bottle solely for shaving purposes to avoid cross-contamination. Pour some olive oil into a cup for easy access. Then, dip your fingers into the oil and massage a thin layer into the area you want to shave. Use extra oil for areas with thicker hair growth.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Lava el área. Aplícate una toalla caliente y húmeda. Escoge un aceite de oliva extravirgen. Aplícate el aceite de oliva.


Make sure the bumper is completely dry. Then, lift it up and slide it over the front or rear end of your car. Once you have it in place, push the bumper forward until it can sit on its own. Starting on the left or right side, walk around the car and push every section of the bumper in until it is flush against the vehicle. To keep the bumper from coming off, replace any screws, nuts, or clips needed to hold it in place. Then, make sure to secure the fasteners with a screwdriver or wrench until they’re tight enough that you can no longer move the tool. If you disabled the airbag, make sure to reattach it before driving your vehicle. To do so, connect the steering wheel power cords to the power box, then replace any screws or nuts designed to hold the box in place. Put the steering wheel cover back on, then reconnect your car’s battery cords, positive side first.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Desliza el parachoques en tu coche. Reemplaza y aprieta los sujetadores de parachoques. Vuelve a conectar la bolsa de aire si es necesario.


Make sure the dough is thoroughly kneaded before storing it. Use baking spray to lightly coat the plastic container on the bottom and the sides so the dough doesn’t stick. You can shape the dough into balls before storing it if you want to, but it is not required. Place the dough inside the container and seal it with a lid or plastic wrap. While the dough is in the fridge, it will slowly rise and gain flavor. Make sure to use the fresh dough within 3 days, or else it won’t taste as good. The pizza dough will expand and rise the longer you leave it in the fridge. Take the lid off of the container and let the dough warm up before you cook it. This brings it back up to a workable temperature so you can stretch and knead it. Make a fist and push the dough down to reduce its size. This helps reshape the dough back into a ball and releases the gas bubbles formed from the yeast. Let the dough rest for another 15 minutes after you punch it.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aplica aerosol antiadherente para cocina dentro de un envase de plástico de cierre hermético. Cierra el envase herméticamente y guárdalo en el refrigerador hasta por 3 días. Saca la masa del refrigerador 15 minutos antes de usarla. Presiona la masa con los puños cuando esté tibia.


Make sure the fabric is completely submerged in the bath. Press down on the fabric using a long metal utensil, like a spatula or spoon, to get out any air bubbles that are trapped in the fabric. As you're stirring it, turn the fabric over in the container and unfold it with the utensil. That way all of the fabric will be exposed to the dye. The longer you let the fabric soak in the dye bath, the darker the final color will be. Make sure you let the fabric soak for at least 30 minutes or the dye may not stick to the fabric. Once all the dye is down the drain, leave the piece of fabric in the sink or tub. Avoid dumping the dye bath out outside.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca la prenda en el baño de color. Agita la prenda en el baño de color regularmente con el utensilio de metal. Deja remojar la prenda en el baño de color durante 30 o 60 minutos. Deshazte del baño de color en el lavabo o en la tina de baño.


Make sure the graphics driver is up-to-date as the issue may have been resolved in a later update. The BIOS may be facing difficulties communicating with Windows that are causing the system to not be able to resume from sleeping or hibernating. Check the website of the manufacturer of your computer, motherboard and video card for any updates.  It is also possible the current update for the BIOS or graphics drivers are facing problems and may require you to rollback to a previous update or prevent an update from happening. Check with your computer or device manufacturer’s website for any significant updates and how to return to a previous driver or BIOS update. Windows 7 will allow you to rollback your device drivers in case you need to return to a previous version, navigate to the “Control Panel” from the Start Menu. Search for or open the “Device Manager” which opens a new window that lists the different drivers associated with each device. In this new window, locate and expand the "Display adapters" from the list, right click your video card device to bring up a menu, click on “Properties.” In the new window click on the “Driver” tab then click on the “Roll Back Driver” button. This ensures that any updates installed on your computer are operating correctly. If the issue persists, continue through the instructions on how to activate a diagnostic mode for Windows 7. If you continue to not see a picture after putting the computer into sleep or hibernation mode, you can hold the power button down for a few seconds, turn off the power supply for your desktop, or remove the battery on your laptop to turn off the computer. This will allow you to start Windows into a diagnostic mode that is useful for identifying significant errors on your computer. During the Windows 7 startup sequence, press a function key, either F8 or F10. Use your computer’s user’s guide to identify the function key to press to access the Windows Accessibility Menu. Select safe mode from this menu using the arrow keys and pressing ↵ Enter....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Actualiza el BIOS y los controladores gráficos del sistema. Apaga o reinicia tu computadora. Enciende la computadora e inicia Windows 7 en modo seguro. Inicia sesión, espera a que aparezca el escritorio y  pon tu computadora en modo de hibernación o suspensión. Sal del modo de hibernación o suspensión.


Make sure the grinder is tightly secured to the bench. Check that the tool rest is in place on the grinder. The tool rest is where the metal item will rest as you grind it. The rest should be secured in place so there is a 1/8 inch (3 mm) space between it and the grinding wheel. Clear the area around the grinder of objects and debris. There should be enough space to easily push the piece of metal you are working with back and forth on the grinder. Fill a pot or bucket with water and place it near the metal grinder so you can cool off any metal that gets too hot while you grind it. Wear safety glasses, steeled toed shoes (or at least no open-toe shoes), ear plugs or muffs and a face mask to protect yourself from grinding dust. Stand to the side until the grinder reaches maximum speed. Move so you are directly in front of the grinder. Holding the metal tightly in both hands, place it on the tool rest and slowly push it towards the grinder until it touches the edge only. Do not allow the metal to touch the sides of the grinder at any time. To cool the metal off after or during grinding, dip it into a bucket or pot of water. Keep your face away from the pot to avoid the steam created by the hot metal hitting the cooler water.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz una prueba de seguridad antes de encender la amoladora. Usa protecciones para evitar lastimarte con las chispas del metal. Enciende la amoladora de banco. Trabaja sobre la pieza de metal. Sumerge la pieza de metal en el tarro de agua para enfriarla.


Make sure the injured hand rests comfortably and straight with fingers bent slightly around the end of the splint, as detailed above. Place cotton pieces or gauze between each finger. Use four layers of cotton gauze or padding, starting around the hand and winding up the arm at least half-way to the elbow. Padding is important because it helps protect the hand and forearm from the heat of the plaster and keeps the cast splint from rubbing uncomfortably against the skin. As described in the previous section, do not wrap the splint to tightly against the injury. The splint should be held in place just enough to be secure and to provide adequate support. Check the capillary refill of the fingers before you commit to the plaster of Paris. Use roughly 12 layers of plaster of Paris that are the right width for the extremity. Cut the strips if necessary. Dip them in warm water and squeeze out the excess water. The plaster must be damp but not sopping wet. Wrap the strips around the gauze padding until the entire padded area is covered.  Make sure the water is only lukewarm. Plaster of Paris will warm up as it sets, and you'll risk burning the patient's skin if the strips are dipped in hot water to start. You can also use fiberglass for the outer layer, which dries more quickly than plaster but is more expensive. Fiberglass is applied in the same way as the plaster of Paris strips. However,  only a doctor should apply fiberglass to a cast, as a doctor should assess the injury and make sure it is set properly. Maintain the desired position of the splint and hand for several minutes to allow the cast splint to harden and adequately dry. Plaster can take more than a half hour to set, whereas fiberglass dries in 15 to 30 minutes.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca una férula debajo de la mano lesionada. Envuelve la férula. Cubre la férula con vendas de yeso de París. Inmoviliza la férula.


Make sure the paints you use are non-toxic. They should say right on the label that they’re made specifically for face painting. If you’re just starting out, get a colorful palette and a neutral palette. You can find face paints online or at your local arts and crafts store. Use round, thin tip brushes for smaller details and flat, wide brushes for larger details. Have at least three brushes of each size in your face painting kit; one for black paint, one for white paint, and one for color paint. Having different brushes for different colors will prevent the colors from mixing. You’ll need water to mix with the face paints and for rinsing off your brushes. Any normal plastic drinking cup will work. Get cheap washcloths since they’ll be getting stained with paint regularly. Washcloths are great because you can wash and reuse them whenever you want to face paint. A small handheld mirror will work. If you’re going to do face painting at a big event or party, bring along two mirrors in case one of them breaks. Buy non-toxic, cosmetic-grade glitter from the craft store and add it to your face painting kit. Add glitter over paint to make it shimmer and pop. Make sure you use cosmetic-grade glitter. Cosmetic-grade glitter won’t hurt if it gets in someone’s eye.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca un surtido de pinturas faciales. Abastécete de brochas y esponjas para aplicar la pintura facial. Consigue un vaso de plástico para el agua. Busca un par de paños para limpiar las brochas. Ten a la mano un espejo para mostrarle a la gente cómo luce su cara pintada. No olvides la brillantina.


Make sure the pan you will place your object onto is clean and dry. Move all the weights to the zero position, then turn the knob on the far left beneath the scale pan. The scales should move around. Continue turning it in either direction until the white "pointer" line on the right of the beams lines up with the "0" marking on the right-hand side. Be careful not to influence the weight of the object with your hand or other objects. Slide the weights left and right on the beams until the two white lines at the right line up again. The most efficient way to do this is to make a rough estimate as to what you think the mass will be, and then move the highest value weight you think will still be lower than the mass. Move this weight until the pointer is just under 0. Then move on progressively to the next smallest weights to get closer and closer to the actual mass. Add the measurement of each weight together. The total will be the mass of the object.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prepara la balanza. Coloca la balanza en cero. Coloca el objeto en el platillo. Mueve los pesos. Lee la masa.


Make sure the pot is large enough to hold one or more decorations at a time. This can be regular tap water. Do not add anything to it, such as soap or chlorine. Once the water has boiled, place one or two decorations into the pot. Let them soak for about 20 minutes. This should kill a majority of the algae and make  the decorations easier to clean.  Your decorations should be able to withstand the temperature of the boiled water. If they melt or fall apart, they should be thrown away. Take the water off of the heat before soaking the decorations. You can now remove the decorations from the pot and scrub them with the bristles of a toothbrush. The algae should come off relatively easily.  Use a toothbrush that is specifically dedicated to your aquarium. It should not be used to clean anything else, or you may contaminate your aquarium. If your decorations appear clean after this step, you can move on to putting them back in the tank. This step is not always necessary. However, if you want to make sure you’ve removed all algae, you may want to clean the decorations with a bleach solution as well.  Your solution should be 5% bleach and 95% water. A handy recipe to use is 4 teaspoons of bleach to 2 gallons (7.6 L) of water. This water can be cool or warm, but should not be hot. Hot water can deactivate bleach. Let it sit for about 5 minutes. After this, your decoration should be clean and free from any remaining algae.  Never bleach aquarium gravel or rocks. This will disrupt the health of your aquarium, because they may absorb the bleach. Always use bleach in a well ventilated area. The fumes can be dangerous. If your eyes burn or run due to the fumes, you’re using too much bleach and do not have enough ventilation. Wearing rubber gloves is advisable when working with bleach. It may irritate or dry out your skin. Use the same toothbrush that you used earlier. Scrub the decoration to remove any remaining visible algae. Make sure to turn the decorations over and scrub all sides to prevent future algae buildup....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Hierve agua en una olla. Remoja los adornos en el agua. Restriega los adornos con un cepillo dental. Prepara una cubeta con una solución de lejía o blanqueador. Introduce los adornos en la solución de lejía o blanqueador. Restriega el adorno nuevamente. Enjuaga los adornos con agua fresca.


Make sure the practice place is accessible to everyone, and easy to use. If the practice area is a 30 minute drive for your drummer, he/she will probably get fed up with having to load/unload the drum set over and over.  Be sure to make these practices productive. If you spend the whole time sitting around talking about the latest sports event, your band will not succeed (unless you're really lucky).

TL;DR in Spanish:

Encuentra un lugar donde puedas practicar. Practica solo para perfeccionarte y conocer tus habilidades. Practica mucho cuando formes la banda.


Make sure the puppies are nursing every few hours during the first few weeks. They should eat every 2-4 hours at minimum. Happy puppies are sleeping puppies; if they are crying a lot, they may not be getting enough nutrition. Check for fat little bellies and clean coats to signal that they are well cared for.  Try weighing the puppies on a digital scale to make sure that they are gaining weight every day. Puppies should double their weight in the first week.  Do not disregard a puppy looking skinnier or less active than the other puppies. Take him to your veterinarian right away.  He may require supplemental feeding or other help. If after the first few days, you see the rest of the puppies growing and one that is still small and skinny, this may be a sign of insufficient feeding or another problem. Take the puppy to a vet right away for an exam immediately. Newborn puppies, like newborn humans, can get sick and dehydrated quickly. As the puppies get older and more mobile, the confined area will get messier. Cleaning up after the puppies at least 2-3 times per day will be needed to keep the whelping box sanitary. Puppies need healthy socialization to their new world, including introductions to people. Hold each puppy several times per day. Get the puppies accustomed to being touched everywhere on their bodies so that it will not seem strange when they are older. If you are selling or giving away the puppies, wait until they are 8 weeks old before handing them over to the new owners. In some states, like California, it is illegal to sell or give away puppies before 8 weeks of age.  Puppies should be fully weaned and eating dog food on their own before they leave for a new home. Starting a deworming and vaccination program is often recommended before the pup leaves. Consult with your veterinarian and follow her recommendations.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Supervisa a los cachorros mientras lactan. Verifica si los cachorros presentan anomalías. Mantén limpio el nido. Socializa con los cachorros. Espera hasta que tus cachorros tengan 8 semanas para que los regales.


Make sure the rack you'll be using is placed in the middle of the oven. Then, place them in a greased 8" square pan. To grease the pan, butter is preferable, but non-stick spray, olive oil (a non-flavored kind), or shortening work, too. You can also cube the bread into 1" pieces if you want a uniform, classic, make-no-mistake-about-it bread pudding. What kind of bread to use? Well, that's sort of up to you. But sourdough, French, brioche, Italian, or even sweet rolls will guarantee a delicious flavor. Try to get it spread as evenly as possible, because you want every bite to have a hint of buttery goodness. Mix it up in the pan a bit if need be to immerse all the pieces. If you're using raisins, of course! You can also use 1/2 cup of another dried fruit if raisins aren't your thing. But toasted nuts (pecans, anyone?) or even fresh fruit (like a chopped apple) are to die for, too. If you're looking for a twist, the zest of a lemon or orange or 1/4 cup rum or grand marnier could do the trick. What does "milk" really mean? It can mean anything from soy to 2% to a mixture of milk and cream, if you're feeling extra decadent. The thicker and creamier it is, sure, the fattier it'll be, but it'll also be more scrumptious, too. Make sure it gets everywhere! Mix it up a bit so all sides of the bread can sop up the flavor. This helps the bread absorb the mixture and to coat all bread pieces. Mix it up slightly to spread the mixture evenly. At this stage, you can opt to put the pudding in the fridge for up to an hour to give the flavor a chance to soak into the bread. However, if your stomach is rumbling now, it can be skipped. You'll know it's done when you insert a toothpick into it and it comes out clean. Let the bread pudding cool for 10-15 minutes. You can resist for that long, right? You can also top with milk or cream to make it extra gooey. Or keep reading for some extra delicious ideas!

TL;DR in Spanish:

Precalienta el horno a 180 °C (350 °F). Troza las rebanadas de pan con las manos en pedazos medianos. Cubre los trozos de pan con la mantequilla derretida. Si vas a usar pasas, espárcelas por encima de la bandeja. Mide y mezcla los huevos batidos, la leche, la canela, el azúcar y la vainilla en un bol mediano. Vierte la mezcla del bol sobre la bandeja. Utiliza un tenedor o una cuchara para presionar ligeramente el pan. Hornea por 45 minutos o hasta que el budín se dore. Corta el budín en porciones y sírvelo tibio con nueces o con crema batida.


Make sure the recipient’s address is included in its entirety and clearly visible. Don’t forget to include the postal code and any apartment or suite numbers. Include your address as well, so the shipment can be returned to you if there are any issues.  Some customs documents need to be stuck on top of your shipment. If that’s the case, make sure it doesn’t obscure either address. It’s a good idea to include phone numbers and email addresses for both yourself and your recipient. That way, you can be contacted if there are any problems along the way. Most postal services will offer the ability to track your package. This allows you to follow along online, knowing exactly where your package is. This is crucial for international shipping; you’ll know if your package ends up stuck at customs. If you’re shipping an item to a customer, you should provide them with the tracking number. Select a postal service that reflects your needs. Options you can pay for include tracking information, signature on delivery and insurance against damage or loss. All these features involve and extra cost, so make sure to select those most pertinent to your situation. You can use your country’s postal service or private shipping companies. Compare their costs and pick the company that’s most cost efficient for your needs.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Etiqueta tu paquete con las direcciones correspondientes. Pide un numero de seguimiento del envío. Elige una empresa de envíos que tenga una buena relación de calidad y precio. Envía tu paquete.


Make sure the spray bottle is clean and free of leftover chemicals from previous uses. Fill it up with only lukewarm water. If you don’t have a spray bottle around, you can pour small amounts of water onto your jeans as you work on stretching them out. Make sure the jeans are completely flat on the floor. Smooth the fabric out with your hands. Separate the legs of the jeans so you can easily work on one section at a time. Spray the water on every part that needs to be stretched out. Once it is fairly damp, use your hands to pull and stretch that portion of the jeans. Repeat this until you have stretched out every part of the jeans that need to be stretched out. You can leave the jeans laying out flat if you don’t want to move them. Or, you can hang them up to dry. Try on your jeans once they have dried to make sure they have been stretched out enough. If not, repeat the process or try another method.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Llena un atomizador con agua tibia. Coloca los pantalones de mezclilla sobre el piso. Estira los pantalones mientras los rocías. Deja secar los pantalones al aire.


Make sure the sprinkler is not hooked up to running water. This will make changing the sprinkler nozzle easier.  You may want to change the sprinkler nozzle if it stops working properly. You can also remove the nozzle and check the filter screen if the water dribbles or does not spray properly. You can then clean it or change it. Use pliers to grip the nozzle. Then, turn the nozzle to the left, or counterclockwise, to unscrew the nozzle from the sprinkler head. Look into the sprinkler head. You should see a small filter screen in the head, below where the nozzle sits. Use your fingers or small pliers to carefully remove the filter screen. Look for any dirt, debris, or buildup on the filter screen. You may opt to rinse off the debris with water to clean the filter screen and reuse it if it is still in good condition.  If the filter screen is old or in rough shape, replace it with a new one. You can buy filter screens for the Rain Bird sprinkler at your local hardware store or online. You can use a standard sprinkler filter screen for all Rain Bird sprinkler models. Once you have cleaned or replaced the filter screen, put it in the sprinkler head. Use pliers to place the new nozzle on the sprinkler head. Then, turn it to the right, or clockwise, until it is secure. You can buy a new nozzle online or at your local hardware store. Look for the Rain Bird nozzle that matches the Rain Bird sprinkler model you own.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Apaga el rociador. Gira la boquilla con una pinza. Saca la pantalla de filtro debajo de la boquilla. Limpia o reemplaza la pantalla de filtro, dependiendo de su condición. Coloca la pantalla de filtro en la cabeza del rociador. Coloca la nueva boquilla.


Make sure the stained side of the cork faces down like it did when the bottle was unopened. Inserting the cork with the stained side down might take more effort, as the clean side, which faced up when the bottle was sealed, is usually easier to fit into the bottle. However, inserting that end could introduce bacteria and cause your wine to spoil faster. The clean side was exposed during shipping, on the shelf at the store, and in your wine rack or countertop. It’s likely to have a higher bacteria count than the stained side, which was sealed within the bottle. If you’re keeping wine on the countertop or bar during a party, try to keep the ambient temperature below 70 °F (21 °C). Whether they’re opened or sealed, avoid storing your bottles by the oven, next to the fridge, or near any appliance that produces heat. You wouldn’t want to keep a bottle of red in cold water or ice during a party, so just try to control the ambient temperature. Keep opened and sealed bottles of wine away from windows and other sources of sunlight. Sun exposure can hasten oxidation and cause discoloration. If you’ve opened up an 8 year old bottle of wine, you’re better off just finishing it. Even when stored in the fridge, a bottle of good, aged wine can spoil in a matter of hours. Organic wines can also turn within a day, so avoid trying to store them for longer periods of time. for wine that’s turned. Just because a wine doesn’t taste good enough to drink doesn’t mean you have to toss it, especially if it’s been less than a week since you opened the bottle. If a red has only started to lose its vibrant color and doesn’t smell moldy or rancid, give it a taste test. If it’s just slightly off, find another use for it.  You could use it to deglaze a pan of sauteed onions or garlic for a sauce, use it in a stew, or add it to a meat marinade. For best results, your recipe should have lots of flavor. The wine will add an extra note, but the stronger flavors will tone down any sourness.  If you don’t have an immediate need to cook with...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Introduce la parte manchada del corcho cuando vuelvas a colocarlo. Evita las temperaturas por encima de los 21 °C (70 °F). No expongas la botella a la luz del sol. Termina una botella de vino de varios años. Busca otro uso para el vino estropeado.


Make sure the temperature of the flame is around 120 °C (248 °F) so the interior oils will come to the surface of the bamboo stalk.  Use caution when working with an open flame so you do not burn yourself. Wear gloves throughout the process since the bamboo stalks can get very hot. A gas grill or a charcoal grill will work fine for this process. Start at one end of the stalk and work the area up to the closest node. The bamboo will turn from light green to dark green as the oils rise to the surface. Heating the bamboo will also clean it of any blemishes. After 10 seconds of heating an area of bamboo, use a microfiber towel to wipe away the oil that releases from the stalk. The bamboo will look shiny as the oil rises to the surface and as you wipe it off. Fold the towel in half to protect yourself from the heat. Keep heating and wiping the bamboo until it turns yellow. You can continue heating and curing the bamboo until it reaches the desired color. Cured bamboo will be protected from fungi and insect infestation.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Usa un soplete o una parrilla como fuente de calor. Aplica calor al extremo de la caña con movimientos en vaivén. Limpia el aceite del culmo con una toalla. Continúa aplicando calor hasta que el bambú se torne de un color marrón amarillento.


Make sure there are a lot of hiding spots and that it is a safe place to run around. If a friend has a large backyard, you could play flashlight tag in an area away from street lights or porch lights. If you know a playground will be open after dark, consider playing there. You can also play indoors with the lights off. This works best in a big, open room, like a furnished basement without too much furniture. Be careful playing around heavy furniture or household items that could break. Team flashlight tag is best played with a lot of people. If you have ten or more people who want to play, team flashlight might be more fun than playing with only one 'it' person. With team flashlight, half of the people playing are 'it' at the same time, so be sure to have enough flashlights for half of your friends.  Be sure to have extra batteries handy so that if someone's flashlight stops working mid-game, they can replace their batteries quickly. You may also want to set a rule to employ if batteries do run out. For instance, if someone's batteries do run out, they would have 30 seconds or one minute to “pause” and replace their batteries before rejoining the game. During this “pause,” they could not be tagged 'out.' Be sure to split the group into two even halves, with approximately the same number of people on each team. ” The size of your “jail” will depend on how many people you have on each team. Your “jail” should be large enough for everyone from one team to fit comfortably. You can outline the “jail” with sidewalk chalk if you don't have a clearly defined area to use as the “jail.” Be as specific about the parameters of the “jail” as possible, since people can be tagged out of “jail” by another member of their team. ' The easiest way to decide which team is 'it' would be to flip a coin. You could also choose a representative from each team to play rock-paper-scissors. Once a person goes to “jail,” they can be tagged back into the game by one of their team members. Thus, the 'it' team will need to guard the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Encuentra un lugar en exteriores que no esté bien iluminado. Reúne a un grupo de personas y algunas linternas. Escoge equipos. Determina una ubicación para la “cárcel”. Escoge un equipo para que la lleve. ¡Escóndete! Atrapa a los miembros del otro equipo hasta que no quede nadie. Continúen hasta que todos los miembros del equipo que no la lleva estén en la cárcel.


Make sure there are no cracks in the gas supply line, which is usually a thin rubber hose. Gently squeeze the tubing along the entire length while you look closely for visible cracks. If you see cracks, grab a new tube or ask your lab instructor for help. Ensure that the hose is pushed well up onto the gas main’s ribs and is securely attached to the burner. Double check to make sure you’ve attached the supply hose to the gas main and not to an air intake or other fixture. The gas main outlet is a threaded nozzle that tapers to a point. Look for a label on the top of its handle, such as "GAS" or "VAC," or ask your lab instructor for help. Locate the openings at the base of the chimney and twist the collar, or the outer metal shell, clockwise until the holes are closed. Then, twist the collar counterclockwise to open it just slightly. This will ensure that the flame is at its coolest once the gas is ignited. Find the needle gas valve at the bottom of the burner. Make sure it’s tightly closed before you turn on the gas main.  Whenever you put the burner away, you should make sure the needle gas valve is closed. That way, it'll be set up for the next person to use. You want the needle valve closed when you turn on the gas supply so you'll have complete control over how much gas you feed the burner when you ignite it. Turn the handle of the gas supply main so that it is in line, or parallel, with the outlet and supply hose. At this point, you shouldn’t hear any gas, which sounds like hissing. If you do, turn the gas off immediately and close the burner’s needle valve. After you've made sure the burner's needle gas valve is closed, you can try turning on the gas supply outlet again. If you still hear a hissing noise, consult with your instructor to try and find the problem. Have your striker or a multi-purpose lighter handy before opening the burner's valve. When you're ready, twist the needle valve at the bottom of the burner slightly. Stop as soon as you hear the hiss of gas escaping. Use a flint striker or...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Revisa el suministro de gas antes de instalarlo. Conecta la manguera al suministro de gas y luego al mechero de Bunsen. Posiciona los puertos de aire de una manera tal que estén ligeramente abiertos. Gira la válvula del suministro de gas para cerrarla completamente. Abre el suministro principal de gas. Abre la válvula de aguja y prepara el encendedor. Sujeta el chispero por encima del barril y enciéndelo.


Make sure they know how you feel without coming on too strong. Don’t tell them you love them or that you’re meant for each other--that can scare people off if you do it too early. Tell them what you like about their looks, personality, and interests instead. Try telling them "I've been having a great time with you. You're someone I really connect with and just being around you is great!" Get to know each others’ friends by setting up a few casual get togethers at a local bar, restaurant, or shopping center. Ask their friends how they know your date, and encourage your friends to chat with them too. If they have hobbies or interests they’re passionate about, show some interest in them. For example, if they love baseball, offer to go to a game with them. If they have a demanding job or school schedule, get involved by helping them de-stress from it. Get an idea of what they’re looking for in a relationship by discussing long-term goals. It doesn’t have to be a big discussion--you can casually mention your plans for the future and then ask what theirs are. If they want something similar to what you want, it’s likely a serious relationship will work out. If you have something specific planned for your future, then make sure to mention that to them. For example, if you plan to move to the other side of the country, then that would be important to mention. Tell them that you care deeply about them and want to be in a real, serious relationship with them. Ask them how they feel about you. You don't need to make a grand, dramatic declaration. Try saying something like "I've felt so happy since we started seeing each other, and I'm starting to really care deeply about you. How would you feel about making this official?" Don’t just stop trying when you get into a relationship. Remember, this person is still relatively new to you, so it will take time to get to know them. Communicate with them and listen to what they have to say.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Dile qué es lo que te gusta de su personalidad. Preséntense a sus amigos. Participa en su vida. Habla sobre los objetivos a largo plazo. Pregúntale si quiere tener una relación contigo. Sigue conociendo a la persona.


Make sure to distribute the wax evenly on your hands, and don't use too much-- there is no way to get it out other than washing your hair. Secure your hair with a strong ponytail holder. It is important to tie your hair as tightly as possible, otherwise some strands may come undone while you play sports. You can use one, or add a second for extra hold.  Put one half an inch from your hairline, and the second about an inch behind the first. The headbands also add an element of style and color to your sports look.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Frótate un poco de cera para el cabello en las manos y pásatela por el cabello. Inclina la cabeza hacia atrás y recógete el cabello con firmeza en la parte posterior de la cabeza. Usa una vincha elástica en el lugar donde comienza el flequillo.


Make sure to do this a couple of days before you cut school, or they may want to tag along. Try not to be noticed of seen by many people in the hallways. Hiding in the bathroom stalls normally works. Security guards don't check the cameras until five minutes to the bell. If you drive, this will be fairly easy. Just get in your car and pull out.  However, if you walk, this will be easy as well. Just walk the route most kids of your school walk. If a teacher asks you where you're going, which they rarely to almost do, tell them your running to the gas station to get chips for lunch, or getting a drink of water or something out of your locker.     If you catch the bus, make sure to know a different route than everyone else. Nothing is worse than having 30 kids see you at school.    Enjoy the feeling that rides over you from fear and happiness. Your head will feel clear and free. Take a moment to enjoy it, close your eyes and bask in it. Hitting small thrift stores while cutting school can be fun and easy. No one usually shops during morning hours, so the selection will be greater. Even if you hate thrift stores, you can browse through the racks. It's always temperature controlled in places like that. Make sure to bring about $10 to $15 dollars in hand.     Libraries are cozy and safe. You can catch up on music, read books, write stories, anything! You can even stay away from people in small, secluded corners.     Try the park. It's free and you'll be basking in the nice air.     Go to the movies. No one can distinguish who you are when you're sitting in a dark room. Morning movies are cheaper, so you'll be able to catch the latest blockbuster at a low price.     Avoid real public places. This includes malls, amusement parks, and around other schools. Many officers patrol areas nearby, and might ask questions if you're seen.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pregunta a tus amigos por la mejor ruta de salida para no ser notado. Permanece encubierto. Sal de la escuela entre quince y veinte minutos antes de que inicien las clases. Una vez que salgas de la escuela, relájate completamente. Encuentra un lugar al que ir.


Make sure to find a gingham blue and white checked dress. The best pattern has small blocks of color instead of large ones.  Many costume stores sell Dorothy costumes in varying levels of authenticity, from near replicas of the movie costume to modern, updated versions with shorter hems and lower necklines. If you are not crafty, or you don't want to spend the time creating your own dress, purchasing a dress is the best option. Browse online for Dorothy's dress. Talented people sell homemade, hand crafted versions of Dorothy's dress. You can find dresses of varying styles on crafting marketplaces like Etsy. Sew Dorothy's dress. If you are crafty or want a more authentic look, try sewing your own dress. There are multiple sewing patterns from Simplicity, McCall's, and others available for purchase that can help you recreate Dorothy's dress. If you are trying to replicate the outfit from the movie, make sure to pay attention to the length of the skirt. Dorothy's skirt comes just below her knees, so make sure your skirt falls to the same place.     Dorothy's dress is a pinafore dress, which is a sleeveless garment usually worn by young girls as a dress over a blouse. Sewing a simple pinafore dress with a blue and white gingham fabric will serve as a great costume. Dorothy's blouse was a high-necked, buttonless blouse with puffed sleeves. If you can't find an exact match, try any short sleeved blouse. Many major retailers sell flats or heels covered in red glitter. Dorothy's ruby slippers had bows on top, so if you want to be authentic, try to find a red sequined bow to add to the top.  You can make your own red glitter shoes. Take a pair of shoes with a wide heel around 2 inches tall. Clean the shoes, and then in small sections begin to cover the shoes with fabric glue. Apply a liberal amount of red glitter to the section covered in glue. Wait for the glue to fully dry before applying glitter to other sections or filling in holes. Touching the glitter before the glue is dry can cause bald spots. Continue...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Consigue el famoso vestido guinga que usó Dorothy en la película. Ponte una blusa blanca bajo el vestido. Añade las zapatillas de color rubí. Usa calcetines con tus zapatillas.


Make sure to leave it plugged in so that it is able to reset. The Chromecast cannot be reset when it is unplugged. The button is located next to the Micro USB port at the end of the Chromecast dongle. The light on the Chromecast will begin blinking, and your TV screen should display the Chromecast logo and the message "Resetting to factory defaults". After it has been reset, you will need to run through the setup process again before you can use it.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca tu Chromecast en la televisión. Presiona y mantén presionado el botón de reinicio. Mantén presionado el botón de reinicio durante 25 segundos. Configura tu Chromecast.


Make sure to log in with the account that you want to send the group message from. You'll find this underneath the list of your online friends. If your list is minimized, you'll still find the "New Message" button in the minimized chat window. If you want to add people to an existing conversation, tap the Gear button in the corner of the chat window, then select "Add Friends to Chat." Start typing the names of the friends you want to add to your group chat. You can select them from the list of results that appear as you type. You can add as many or as few friends to the conversation as you'd like. To remove someone that you've added, click the "X" next to their name in the "To:" field. You can type the message you want to send to the group in the text field. Click the Smiley button to insert emoji, the picture button to insert a photo, or the paperclip button to attach a file from your computer. Press ↵ Enter/⏎ Return to send the message to the recipients. This will create a group conversation, and any replies people make will be visible to everyone.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Inicia sesión en la página web de Facebook con tu cuenta. Haz clic en el botón “Nuevo mensaje” en la esquina inferior derecha. Agrega a las personas con quienes quieras iniciar un grupo de chat. Escribe tu mensaje. Envía el mensaje.


Make sure to measure all the way to the end of any rounded edges. If you need to know the depth in centimeters but only have the inches measurement, multiply the inches by 2.54 to find the measurement in centimeters.  For example, a 12 inch deep laptop is 30.5 centimeters (12 x 2.54 = 30.48).

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comienza a medir desde la esquina izquierda o derecha de la parte trasera. Mide desde el lado del portátil hasta la esquina delantera. De ser necesario, convierte las pulgadas a centímetros.


Make sure to measure the length and width of the bag, as well as the base of the bag.  Transfer these measurements to a 1/4-inch plywood.     Cut the wood to the size of your bag.     You should now have two wood panels, one for the back of the bag and the other for the bottom of the bag.    Attach the back and bottom of the saddlebag using the L-brackets.     Add wood glue for more strength and allow to dry. You now have a board for your saddlebag.     The holes should be at least 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 3.8 cm) away from the corners.  Get a large screwdriver to make the holes bigger.     These 4 holes will be use to join the wooden board to your bag.    They should be about 1⁄4 inch (0.6 cm) in size, depending on the size of the frame of your bike. For a test fit, mount the U-bolts on the bike rear rack.   Get the measurements of the U-bolt from the rack and apply this to the saddlebag. Poke the holes for the U-bolts.     Using the markings the board got from the sharp object you used to poke the bag as a guide.  You should have 4 holes for you to attach the board to the saddlebag.     Drill another set of holes for the U-bolts so you can mount the saddlebag to the bike rear rack.    Screw 4 ordinary ¼-20 nuts on to the holes you made accordingly. Screw the nuts on the 4 corners of the bag, securing together the bag and wooden board.    Get your U-bolt and place them on the rack.  It is better you place the saddlebag on you left side of the bike so it won't interfere with any moving part of the bike, like the sprocket. Insert the U-bolt from the bike rack to the fabric of the bag.       Cleaning is easy- simply loosen the nuts of the U-bolts. You can even detach the bag and carry it when off your bike.    This saddlebag can carry approximately 4 kilos of cargo. Enjoy your own DIY bicycle pannier.

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Mide el tamaño del bolso. Consigue dos ángulos en forma de L. Introduce el tablero dentro del bolso. Consigue algo filoso (como una tijera o un picahielo) y pica las esquinas. Consigue dos pernos en forma de U. Retira el tablero del bolso. Taladra los agujeros para el montaje. Introduce el tablero de madera una vez más. Prepara la rejilla trasera. Introduce los pernos en U en el bolso atravesando el tablero de madera. Fija la alforja a la rejilla ajustando la tuerca de los pernos en U. Agrega un tablero de espuma al bolso como aislante para amortiguar la carga y tapar la madera. Guarda la correa del bolso y estarás listo para salir. ¡Ahora estás listo! ¡Se verá bien en tu bicicleta!


Make sure to rid your hair of any dirt, oil, or leftover product residue.  Apply conditioner to your hair, paying special attention to your roots and ends.  Then comb your hair gently with a wide-toothed comb to spread the conditioner evenly throughout your hair.  Let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing your hair clean with warm water. Using a wide-toothed comb will apply less stress to your hair, which is important because wet hair is very weak and breaks easily. Continue to be gentle as you run your fingers through your hair from root to tip, and squeeze portions of your hair to wring out water.  Further absorb water by using a clean, dry towel to gently pat your scalp and squeeze your hair.  You may need more than one towel if your hair is long or very thick. Reading the directions for your specific product will ensure proper application.  However, typically when you apply your hair product, you will apply it to the roots of your hair, and then spread it along the length of your hair and to your ends.  If you’re going for a classic straight look, you’ll apply a thermal protectant and a leave-in straightening treatment. If you want added volume, start by applying mousse.  Apply it throughout your hair from roots to tips.  Apply the volumizing spray to the roots of your hair only.  Then apply the argan oil to the length of your hair that extends from the chin down.  Argan oil is a very lightweight oil that will protect your hair from the heat.  The amount of product you use may differ depending on the length and thickness of your hair. Rough drying your hair means instead of using your brush, you’ll use your hands along with your blow dryer to dry your hair.  Start by placing your fingers against your scalp, finger-comb your hair upwards to create volume or downwards for a sleek straight hair, and follow with your blow dryer pointed at a 45-degree angle.  Blow dry until your hair is about 80% dry. If you want to ensure added volume to your look, these sections should be no wider than the width of the...

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Lávate todo el cabello. Péinate el cabello suavemente desde la punta hacia la raíz con un peine de dientes amplios. Sécate el cabello un poco para deshacerte del agua en exceso. Aplícate los productos que ayudarán a proteger el cabello del calor y que ayudarán a conseguir el estilo que quieres. Sécate el cabello de manera intensa. Divide el cabello uniformemente en secciones de 3 centímetros (1 pulgada).


Make sure to specifically seek out therapists that list themselves as "LGBT-affirming." After all, you want  a therapist who will affirm your LGBT identity and help you reach a better place mentally while being who you are.  Consider referrals from friends in your community. Look at the Yellow Pages. See if there is a LGBT community center or support groups that might point you in the right direction. There are many places on the internet to find a list of mental health professionals that can help you, including professional association websites, forums, support group websites and more. Consider the following:  Search for mental health professionals at https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms  Use the Gay and Lesbian Medical Association’s Provider Directory athttp://www.glma.org/ to look through a list of inclusive medical providers. Check out the Healthcare Equality Index at http://www.hrc.org/campaigns/healthcare-equality-index to find the LGBT inclusive policies of organization leaders in healthcare. If you are transgender, consider the following resource at http://www.drbecky.com/therapists.html. LGBT sympathetic therapists are not available everywhere. However, distance therapy is a possible way to get the therapy you desire. Some therapists offer different forms of distance therapy in an effort to reach a wider range of people in various locations and across distances. Phone therapy and online therapy are effective means to engage a LGBT-affirming therapist from outside of your community. Don’t limit yourself to just “therapists.” There are a wide range of mental health, and social welfare professionals who might be able to provide the guidance and support you need. Consider the following:  Licensed Clinical Social Workers: These social workers have clinical experience. You'll often find them working in group settings. Licensed Addiction Counselors: Addiction counselors are not therapists, but work in a similar capacity. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists: These therapists specialize in family...

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Busca un terapeuta que se especialice en problemas LGBT o que tenga experiencia con ellos y tenga una actitud positiva y empática. Consulta fuentes en línea para ubicar a un terapeuta que tenga una actitud positiva hacia las personas LGBT. Busca una opción de terapia a distancia. Investiga las formas alternativas de recibir terapia.


Make sure to stir the mixture continuously to keep it from burning. Use white, milk, or another grade of chocolate candy melts to do this. Pick whichever one will complement the flavor and color scheme of your cake best.  You do not have to use candy melts. Instead, melt baking chocolate or another chocolate form. Just know that melting white chocolate bars or chips will have a slightly more yellowed appearance than the candy melts. Take the melted white chocolate and stir in a few drops of food coloring to create a colorful base for the sprinkles. Pick a color that will contrast nicely with the selection of sprinkles you chose. Continue to stir in the mixture until the chocolate fully melts and the shortening disperses. If the mixture still seems too thick to spread over the fondant on your cake, add more shortening until you reach a consistency you are satisfied with. Instead of shortening, add an equal amount of cocoa butter to thin the mixture. Your goal is to create an even, thin layer around the sides of the cake. The candy melts will harden within about 8 minutes of application, so you need to ice the fondant as quickly as possible to ensure that the sprinkles will stick. If you are adding sprinkles to the top of the cake, spread the mixture around the top as well. To do this effectively, use one hand to press on the sprinkles and the other to rotate the cake. It will help to apply the sprinkles in layers, working from the bottom of the cake upwards. This will give you more application control.  If you have a turntable, set your cake on top of it and spin it to apply the sprinkles to speed up the process. Repeat this process for the middle and upper portions of the cake. If you want to apply sprinkles to the top of the cake, press in sprinkles there as well. This will smooth out any lumpy or clotted sprinkle placement around the cake, and remove excess sprinkles that did not adhere. Fill in any glaring holes or empty patches in the design by pressing more sprinkles onto the cake. Pay particular...

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Derrite 1 1/3 de taza (200 g) de Candy Melts en una olla pequeña a fuego medio. Añade 1/8 de taza (30 g) de manteca para diluir el chocolate derretido. Usa una espátula angular para esparcir rápidamente la mezcla sobre la pasta de azúcar. Presiona las chispas de caramelo con tu mano alrededor de la base del pastel. Presiona las chispas de caramelo cuidadosamente en la pasta de azúcar con la espátula angular. Deja que las decoraciones del pastel terminen de fijarse antes de moverlo o servirlo.


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

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Determina la forma como quieras decírselo. Conversa sobre el significado de la relación para ti. Confiésale tus sentimientos. Ten paciencia con la reacción de tu amigo. Reconcíliate con lo que suceda, sea lo que sea.


Make sure to wash your hands before you start painting as you don’t want to get dirt or anything else on your picture. After this, dip the tips of your fingers into your bowl of water. You want them to be slightly wet, but not dripping. This will help thin the paint out a bit, as well as make it easier to apply to your paper. Most finger paint sets contain the usual rainbow colors along with black, brown, and white. However, if you want a different color, you can always mix some of your paints together. For example, if you want a darker green, try mixing it with a little black or brown. After you’ve chosen your colors, dip the tips of your fingers into the jars and make sure they are relatively coated. When mixing paint, make sure to do it in a separate bowl or tin as you don’t want to ruin the original colors. You should also test out your new color on a separate paper before using it. There are no rules with finger painting outside of using your fingers, so feel free to paint whatever you want - a landscape, an animal or person, even something abstract. Once you’ve chosen what to paint and what colors to use, simply place your fingers or hands onto your paper and use them like you would a paint brush. You can also use the sides of your fingers, your palm, or your knuckles to finger paint. Each part of your hand will produce a different type of shape, similar to differently sized paint brushes. So get creative and try them all! Due to both the water and paint on your paper, you want to make sure you let it dry out before doing anything else with it. You should place your painting somewhere it’s likely to get air or sun without being blown away or knocked over. You should also try to place it on top of something like a newspaper in case the paint runs. The time it takes your painting to dry will vary depending on how much paint is used, however, expect to wait at least 5-10 minutes.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prepara tus manos. Elige los colores. Comienza a pintar. Deja que la pintura se seque.


Make sure to wash your scalp with a non-sulfurous clarifying shampoo to get it as clean. Use a moisturizing conditioner to fortify your hair and make it as soft as possible before you braid it.  Read the label on the shampoo and conditioner and make sure that it's intended for your hair texture. You can read the ingredients label to make sure that it doesn't have sulfur. Sulfur can dry out and damage your hair, especially if your hair is naturally dry or coarse. Brush your hair right after you wash it to get all of the knots and tangles out. Opt for a wide-toothed comb if your hair is more coarse and/or curly. If your hair has dried since you've washed it, you'll need to re-wet it with water by misting it with a spray bottle. Continue brushing or combing until your hair is smooth and there aren't any knots in it.  Getting the knots and tangles out of your hair with a brush or a comb will make braiding it much easier. To remove stubborn knots and tangles, begin at the ends of your hair and work your way up to the roots. As you create the parts, hair will start bunching up in one area. Grab these strands of hair and put moisturizer in it. This will soften the strands and make them easier to work with as you braid.  Shea butter, argan oil, hair butter, leave-in conditioners, and olive oil can all be used as hair moisturizers.  You can purchase moisturizers online or at the salon. The braiding style will depend on how long your hair is. Use a two strand twist if your hair is 1 inch (2.5 cm) or shorter, as creating a Dutch braid is difficult with shorter hair. If you have more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) of hair, you can try a dutch braid style.

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Lávate el cabello con champú y acondicionador. Desenreda el cabello con un cepillo o peine. Humecta el cabello. Elige un estilo de trenza.


Make sure you actually listen to metal on a daily basis. Listening to a few metal songs at a friend's house or on a game doesn't make you a metalhead. If you use a software to play music, you can easily check what you’ve listened to by date and how many times you've listened to a song. You should have at least a couple tracks from a metal band in your recently played playlist. There are “godfathers” of metal that you should know, if you consider yourself a metalhead. There are also several bands that fall on the line of metal and classic rock. The reality of the situation is that genres are malleable and shouldn’t be taken as a strict label. Some of the classic rock/metal bands are Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Van Halen, and Iron Maiden. Other classic metal bands are:  Metallica Megadeth Slayer Death Judas Priest Pantera Make sure you know a few bands of every subgenre of metal. Just a few major metal subgenres are thrash metal, death metal, black metal, power metal and speed metal. Some metalheads consider people who listen metalcore and claim to be metalheads are posers. Metalcore is a fusion genre of extreme metal and hardcore punk; with the latter genre being what stirs away many metal purists from engaging with metalcore.     Metalcore includes bands like Trivium, Parkway Drive, Killswitch Engage, Bullet For My Valentine, Poison The Well and Motionless In White. A list of a few bands and their respective subgenres are in the tips section. Know random trivia about bands like Motorhead, Metallica, Pantera, Death, Iron Maiden, Children of Bodom, and any other band you like. Statements like "Slipknot Sucks!" or "Metallica is the only good metal band" are typical statements from a metalhead poser. If you only like one band, you don't like metal thus you're not qualified to be a "Metalhead" but rather, you are a  "Bandhead".  However, there is one exception to this rule. If a person likes Metallica and has only listened to Metallica, then he or she can still be considered a genuine...

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Fíjate en lo que escuchas a diario. Conoce el metal clásico. Comprende los subgéneros. Aprende algunos hechos acerca del metal. Acoge otros gustos musicales.


Make sure you and/or your family knows what has to be paid and when. Double-check billing addresses. This is apparently vital to your survival. Some things to consider when choosing a meal plan are:  Will you have a kitchen? Will you have a fridge or mini fridge? Do you have the budget and desire to eat out? Would you like to eat in dining halls? (Lots of social interaction can happen there.) Do you eat breakfast? Are there other sources of meals besides dining halls on campus? Some college require very early major declarations, while others are as late as end of sophomore year. If your college allows you to choose all your classes, make sure you are getting everything you need.

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Asegúrate de que toda la documentación esté en orden antes de ir a la universidad. Verifica tu situación de pago. Elige el plan de alimentación que mejor te convenga. Averigua la fecha en la que debes declarar tu especialidad. Verifica tus clases.


Make sure you are aware of your state's minimum age requirement for children to be left alone with other children. Most of the time, it is 12 years old. If you give them a job to do, can they concentrate and get it done? Are they easily distracted? The ability to stay present to a task is a big part of maturity. You will want to be sure that you child is capable of carrying out all of the parents' instructions. The parents would not be pleased to come home and discover that their child has not had dinner and is up past his bedtime, and that the toys are all over the place. Your child needs to be able to be unsupervised in their own home before they can be left alone in someone else's home. If you have left your child home alone, ask yourself how well this has gone. The child should be able to do things like prepare simple meals.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Debes conocer la edad mínima legal. Examina que tan bien puede prestar atención tu hijo. Piensa en si tu hijo se ha quedado solo en casa antes.


Make sure you are choosing a gift that matches her lifestyle. Put yourself in your best friend's shoes. Choose something that she would actually buy, rather than something you personally find interesting.  If she loves fitness, buy her a collection of fresh juices or new workout clothes.   If she loves movies, create a movie night gift box by pairing her favorite DVDs with a package of popcorn and a comfy blanket. Spending the time to buy something specific to her tastes rather than a generic gift will show your friend how much she means to you. There is an entire digital library of your conversations that you can scour for clues about what she might want.  You might surprise her with something she brought up casually in conversation months ago! Get her something adapted to her interests and hobbies. If she knits or plays sports, buy a special interest item that she can use. Make sure to do research about the item if you are not as knowledgeable about the hobby.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ten en cuenta su personalidad y sus gustos. Revisa los mensajes que se han enviado. Investiga sobre sus pasatiempos e intereses.


Make sure you are pulled over to a safe side of the road, a parking lot, or your final destination before treating a spill that has occurred. Never try to deal with a stain while driving. Note that while it’s easiest to treat stains as soon as possible, by no means do you need to risk safety to address the spill while driving. It can wait till you reach your destination. Use a paper towel, a napkin, or any spare fabric or rag you have on hand in the car to clean the spill when it is safe to do so. Gently blot the coffee spill to absorb as much of the moisture from the car seat fabric as you can.  Don’t rub at the stain with your napkin or cloth, as this can spread the stain further. Simply press with the cloth into the seat and lift straight up to absorb the moisture. Repeat blotting with new napkins or cloths if you have them and the material becomes saturated. Do this until you have as much of the liquid absorbed as possible. Remove any coffee grounds that may have been present in your spilled coffee. It’s important to remove grounds so they don’t get stuck in crevices or cause further stains.  Be sure to wait till after you’ve blotted the liquid of the stain up to remove any solids. Then you can simply brush them away into your hand or a napkin to dispose. If coffee grounds have made their way into fabric creases already and are difficult to remove, do your best to blot and brush at them, then wait till you have access to a vacuum with a thin hose attachment to suck them up. Put cool water on the coffee spill as soon as you can after blotting it initially. Continue blotting with a clean cloth or paper towel to pull out more of the coffee from the fabric. Blot the water with a dry cloth or paper towel again to remove the moisture. If you have access to either dishwashing liquid or baking soda, use this to quickly treat a stain. Add a very small amount with cool water directly to the stain or to a cloth or napkin.  Blot gently with your napkin or rag until the baking soda makes a paste or the dish soap makes...

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Estaciónate si conduces para tratar los derrames de manera segura. Absorbe el líquido excedente con un trapo. Limpia el material sólido con un cepillo. Aplícale agua fría a la mancha. Incluye jabón para platos o bicarbonato de soda si puedes.


Make sure you are using an antiperspirant, not just a deodorant.  Whereas deodorant only eliminates smells, antiperspirant prevents sweat by blocking sweat ducts, usually with aluminum.  Begin with a basic, inexpensive over-the-counter antiperspirant.  If that does not help, try a clinical strength antiperspirant, also available OTC. Apply antiperspirant twice daily: once in the morning and once before bed. Only apply antiperspirant to dry skin.  If your underarms are wet from showering or from sweating, dry them before applying. Consult with your doctor, preferably a dermatologist, for prescriptions to deal with excessive sweating.  Prescription antiperspirant has higher levels of active ingredients than OTC antiperspirant. Ask about oral medications, known as anticholinergics, that stop sweating.  However, know that these stop all sweating, which is not always a good thing (remember, sweating serves a biological purpose by cooling you off). If your sweating is extreme, known as hyperhydrosis, you may consider more aggressive medical treatment options.  Botox (OnabotulinumtoxinA) shots in the armpits prevent the body from triggering sweat glands to work and can block excessive sweating for several months at a time.  Ask about miraDry.  This is an approach that delivers electromagnetic pulses to the sweat glands to close them permanently.  It is usually done with local anesthetic and may cause some pain for a few days.  Consider surgical treatment if other options do not work.  Surgeons can remove the sweat glands, which permanently stops underarm sweat. This is an outpatient procedure, but any surgery should be taken seriously and all other options should be tried first.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Usa un antitranspirante. Pídele a tu médico que te prescriba uno. Considera otros tratamientos médicos.


Make sure you aren’t allergic to hamsters or its bedding before you decide to house one. You can see if you have any reactions at the pet store near the hamster or rodent area. Hamster habitat can produce a lot of dust due to bedding so make sure you can handle this prior to committing. Ask yourself if you have the time and energy to take care of your new friend. Hamster are relatively low maintenance, but they still need fresh water and food daily. They also need their cages cleaned frequently and should be monitored for their health and well-being. You want to make sure your hamster has the proper amount of food and water each day.  Do not underfeed your friend. Hamsters, if overfed, will hide their food in their cheeks or in their habitat. Having a pet is not necessarily cheap. Make sure you  have the necessary funds to pay for things such as vet visits, food, toys, bedding, and other needs. Make sure you have everything you need before you bring home your furry friend. You should have:  Plenty of room -- hamsters like to burrow, hide, and explore. Your cage should be spacious enough for these activities. Escape proof housing -- hamsters can be like little Houdinis. If your cage has bars, they should be sturdy and narrow enough that the hamster can not destroy or escape. All cages should have study lids. Water and food bins -- You should feed and give fresh water to your hamster daily. Hamsters do well drinking from water bottles, which may save space in the enclosure. Items to chew on -- Rodent’s teeth will grow continuously unless they are able to grind them down. Make sure you provide safe material (toys, like hamster-friendly sticks, that can be purchased at any pet store) to provide this much needed activity. Bedding -- Hamsters like to burrow and also need something to relieve themselves on. Use aspen or other soft material to create a happy home for your new housemate. Never use cedar or pine wood bedding because it is bad for your hamster's respiratory system.

TL;DR in Spanish:

¡No te enfermes por adoptar a tu nuevo amigo! Ten en cuenta el tiempo que deberás dedicarle. Alimenta y dale agua a tu hámster de manera responsable. Cuenta con el dinero suficiente para cuidar a tu hámster. Diseña un hogar adecuado para tu hámster.


Make sure you assign your volunteer bakers certain items to make through something like a sign up list, so you don't wind up with too many of some goods, and not enough of others. If many people in an organization are baking, ask them to package things in sale-size quantities, perhaps two to three cookies to a package or one cupcake or larger item. Give the volunteer bakers a specific method for packaging their finished goods. It's a good idea to have every item individually wrapped in plastic wrap or a plastic bag, to avoid contamination that might cause allergic reactions. All the goods should have the ingredients listed. Many people (especially children) have food allergies and sensitivities and dietary preferences. Providing a list of ingredients help people stay healthy and happy while supporting you. Knowing that a cookie has nuts in it or not may make a big difference.  An index card by the dish is an easy way to do this. You can also put sticky labels on plastic bags. Marking items with common allergens can be helpful (tree nuts, strawberries, peanuts, etc.). Also mark foods which may be a good choice for certain people, such as gluten-free brownies, Kosher treats, vegan cookies, or nut-free items. Try to include some healthy options too, instead of just cupcakes and pie. Not everything has to be sugary at a bake sale.  Fresh  homemade bread,  pretzels, and  corn muffins can sell too. Don't forget unique twists on traditional baked goods, too! For example, try offering pieces of banana cake in addition to plain white or chocolate cupcakes. Remember, it is a bake sale, so you don't have to get too caught up in the money as long as it is for a good cause. Optionally, you can even opt not to set any prices at all, except something like a $1 minimum, and let people pay what they want on the "honor system".

TL;DR in Spanish:

Asigna el trabajo de horneado. Brinda instrucciones en cuanto a la forma de empaquetar los productos. Brinda instrucciones en cuanto a la forma de etiquetar el paquete. Ofrece diversos tipos de productos horneados. Fija precios razonables.


Make sure you check with your doctor before doing so.   Different medications you can take include acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil), and aspirin. Check the dosing guidelines for a schedule and amounts. Don't exceed the number of doses in a 24-hour period as labeled on the bottle. Don't take the medication more often than recommended. These can help take some of the aching and soreness associated with shifting teeth, but you may still experience some discomfort. Carry the painkiller with you so that you have it when needed. This way it will already be in effect before your appointment.  Be sure to take the  amount with at least one full 8 ounce glass of water. This should help to reduce any swelling and discomfort during your appointment. After your appointment, take a full dose of your chosen painkiller according to the time schedule on the bottle. Taking this on schedule for 24 hours after your appointment can help to reduce pain over the next day. Avoid using chewable tablets, since these can be difficult to chew if your teeth are already sore and they can get stuck in your braces. Painkillers in liquid form work best. These come in gel form and are available at most pharmacies.   Gels like Oragel and Anbesol are examples of these products. The gel will numb any areas it contacts such as gums and teeth. Most are flavored, though they can have an unpleasant taste. Apply the gel to sore and tender areas of your mouth. Use a q-tip to apply the gel and to spread it. Try not to get the gel on your tongue; you might not feel your tongue and then bite it by accident.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Toma un analgésico o un antiinflamatorio de venta libre. Toma el medicamento una hora antes de entrar en el consultorio. Usa un anestésico oral para reducir el malestar.