You might want to host your own television show one day. Put that down. Then, include an easier variation of that goal, like hosting a YouTube show that gets 5K views. The easier variations can act as stepping stones to the harder goals.  Do you want to write a novel? Start with publishing a short story in a local literary magazine. If one of your goals is to open a bakery, you could start by running a successful baked goods stand at your local farmer’s market. Looking at all of the items on your lifetime bucket list may be overwhelming. This can lead to inaction. Short term goals are less daunting, so try breaking up your list by time periods. You can break it up by decades, years, or seasons. For example, you might have mini bucket lists for your 20s, 30s, and 40s. Or, you might make a bucket list just for the summer. It’s completely up to you. Choose a time scale that seems most manageable. You bucket list may--and should--include items that seem difficult to achieve. The challenge of the bucket list is part of its beauty. That being said, you should remove any items that are completely unrealistic. Your list should contain items that are hard, but not impossible, to achieve.  For example, if you are a 50-year-old man with limited athletic experience, you will probably never be a professional basketball player. However, you might be able to win the championship in a local club league with practice. You shouldn’t remove an item just because it is expensive. Expensive goals can be achieved in creative ways. Go through your list, and place a star next to the 3 items you want to work on first. It’s a good idea to start with the items that excite you the most. If any items have a time limit, prioritize those. People are always growing and changing. Likewise, some of the things that are important to you may change over time. Your list should be flexible. Allow it to evolve as you do. A relevant list will help you stay motivated. Set aside some time each week to go over your list. Add or remove items if...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Divide los objetivos grandes en variaciones más fáciles y difíciles. Agrupa los elementos por fecha. Elimina los elementos poco realistas. Prioriza tres elementos. Revisa la lista de manera regular.


You might want to provide a 1 sentence summary of each scene, or you might want to write out everything that happens in each scene. It’s entirely up to you! Both strategies can be effective for creating a good plot outline. Remember, you can always add to your plot outline later, so don’t feel like you have to write out everything now. Alphanumeric outlines are great for creating layers of information, which make them perfect for plot outlines. A basic outline might consist of 1 or 2 layers, but you can include more layers if you’d like a more developed outline. Here’s the basic numbering system for an outline:   Roman Numerals (I, II, III, IV, V) for main points. For example, this could be a 1-sentence scene summary. Capital letters (A, B, C) for subpoints. For example, you could list each action that takes place in a particular scene. Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3) for supporting details. For example, this might include important information you need to include or information about side characters. Lowercase letters (a, b, c) for minor details. For example, you might include characterization details you plan to include in the scene. Since you already have your story arc written, this should be easy. List your scenes according to where they occur along your story arc. Number each scene appropriately as you complete your outline. These will make up the main points in your plot outline. Include each scene in the story. If you find a gap in your story, try to fill it in. If you aren’t sure how you plan to resolve it, include a main point stating what needs to happen to connect those plot points. You don’t have to include details in your outline if you don’t want to. However, it can make it easier to write your story later, depending on your writing style. Here are some ways you can flesh out your scenes:  List all characters who are in the scene. Write out every action that takes place in the scene. Note important details used for characterization, foreshadowing, building tension, etc.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Decide cuán detallado quieres que sea el esquema. Prepara un esquema alfanumérico para organizar la información. Comienza al principio de la historia y trabaja hasta el final. Resume cada escena en una oración. Explica mejor las escenas, en caso de ser necesario.


You might want to think twice before taking a bite out of the convenience store hot dog or bologna sandwich you packed for lunch.  Processed meats contain nitrites and nitrates, which are linked to headaches. If you absolutely must have a hot dog or your favorite luncheon meat, look for brands that are nitrite and nitrate free. Just about everyone loves making that early morning stop to his or her favorite coffee shop or indulging in his or her favorite chocolate treat. Unfortunately, both coffee and chocolate contain caffeine, and caffeine can trigger headaches or make them worse.  If you must have that morning (or even afternoon) cup of joe, reach for the decaffeinated option. Sadly, foods containing caffeine aren’t the only headache triggers.  You should also avoid consuming artificially flavored foods that contain aspartame and fermented meats, cheese, and nuts, which contain tyramine, a naturally occurring compound known to cause headaches. Sometimes it is difficult to get in the daily recommended six to eight glasses of water. But did you know that keeping hydrated can help lessen a headache?  Even mild dehydration can cause headaches, as well fatigue and trouble concentrating.    Being thirsty is oftentimes your body’s way of letting you know that you are already dehydrated, even if you have not yet developed a headache .  Avoid this by drinking plenty of fluids all throughout your day.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Evita los nitritos y los nitratos. No consumas cafeína. Mantente hidratado.


You might want to use a normal-sized flowerpot for one plant or you can even establish several cuttings in the same pot, planted apart from each other. Seedling tubes are also a good idea for many plants. Get a plastic (polythene) bag and place gravel at the base of the bag. The pot will be placed in here after you have made the cutting. Fill the pot with suitable soil - sand and peat for drainage make an ideal combination for many plants. Finally, the pot must be able to drain well (the water will go onto the gravel, rather than pooling in the plastic bag). Cut it off just below a leaf or joint (node). Once you have cut the plant piece, strip or cut off any leaves on the lower half. You can strip or cut off as high as two-thirds if necessary. If the bark looks like it will tear, use scissors.  You can also make a small incision to the lower end of the stem to encourage root growth from this "wound". Use a skewer, pencil, or similar long object to create a hole for the cutting to sit in. Do not use the cutting itself to push in a hole or you will damage it. The idea is to gently drop the cutting into the hole and carefully in-fill with dirt. Make sure the pot is sitting snugly on the gravel. This makes it easy to undo for watering and to place back on again.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Selecciona una maceta adecuada para tu esqueje. Prepara la maceta. Corta un brote joven y firme, del crecimiento de la temporada actual. Prepara el esqueje. Inserta el esqueje en la arena y la turba en la maceta. Coloca la maceta y el esqueje dentro de la bolsa. Ata la parte superior de la bolsa con un alambrito.


You might, for example, use a Cardboard Laptop Case as a guide for size. If not, simply measure all the way around the laptop from the hinge side to the opening and then back to the hinge (as opposed to just the top); this will be the length of the fabric. Then, measure the width of the laptop plus each side; this will be the width of the fabric.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escoge los materiales. Lava y plancha las telas que vas a usar. Mide la laptop que vas a cargar. Corta un pedazo de entretela del tamaño del pedazo más pequeño de tela (la parte interior).


You most likely want to be looking for a chart of your local area from the closest airport. Older versions of these charts will usually work just fine.  Online sectional charts for your local area are available on www.skyvector.com Airports are denoted by blue or magenta circles, with lines inside representing runways.  Next to the circle is a block of text with the airport name and information about that airport.  The control tower frequency is denoted by CT - 000.0, where the following numbers indicate the frequency used by ATC.  For example, the frequency for Wittman Regional airport in Oshkosh, WI is CT - 118.5. If the airport is uncontrolled (no tower) or the tower operates part time, a C in a circle after a frequency number will be used to denote a Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF). A star will be after the tower frequency to denote that airport as having a part time tower.  At this type of airport, pilots communicate directly with one another and tell each other their position and intentions. All controlled airports will be denoted by blue circles, while uncontrolled airports are magenta.  Airports with runways over 8,000 feet (2,438.4 m) are not enclosed in circles and simply have a diagram depicting the runway layout, which is outlined in blue (controlled) or magenta (uncontrolled). Some airports have AWOS (Automated Weather Observing System), ASOS (Automated Surface Observing System), or ATIS (Automated Terminal Information Service) frequencies listed on the chart.  These are automated or repeating broadcasts that provide pilots with weather and airport information as they prepare to land or depart. If you have access to an airport/facility directory, you can find more frequencies than those available on the chart.  At larger airports, pilots receive their flight plan clearances from a "clearance delivery" frequency, communicate on taxiways with a "ground" frequency, and get takeoff and landing clearance from the "tower" frequency.  Once pilots are airborne, they will talk to an...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca una carta seccional aeronáutica. Busca el aeropuerto más cercano en la carta. Si el aeropuerto no es controlado (no hay torre) o la torre opera en ciertos horarios, se mostrará una C en un círculo luego del número de la frecuencia para denotar la CTAF (Frecuencia común de tráfico). Todos los aeropuertos controlados se mostrarán con círculos azules, mientras que los aeropuertos no controlados son de color magenta. Algunos aeropuertos tienen frecuencias AWOS (Sistema automatizado de observación de clima), ASOS (Sistema automatizado de observación de superficie) o ATIS (Servicio automatizado de información del terminal) mostradas en la carta. Si tienes acceso a un directorio de aeropuertos, puedes buscar más frecuencias de las que están disponibles en la carta.


You must always plug possible solutions back into the original equation to verify that they are real solutions. To check your positive equation, plug the value for x{\displaystyle x} derived from the positive equation back into the original absolute value equation. If both sides of the equation are equal, the solution is true. For example, if the solution to the positive equation was x=1{\displaystyle x=1}, plug 1{\displaystyle 1} into the original equation and solve:|6x−2|=4{\displaystyle |6x-2|=4}|6(1)−2|=4{\displaystyle |6(1)-2|=4}|6−2|=4{\displaystyle |6-2|=4}|4|=4{\displaystyle |4|=4} Just because one solution is true, it does not mean that both are true. You must also plug the solution from the negative equation back into the original equation to verify it is a real solution. For example, if the solution to the negative equation was x=−13{\displaystyle x={\frac {-1}{3}}}, plug −13{\displaystyle {\frac {-1}{3}}} into the original equation and solve:|6x−2|=4{\displaystyle |6x-2|=4}|6(−13)−2|=4{\displaystyle |6({\frac {-1}{3}})-2|=4}|−2−2|=4{\displaystyle |-2-2|=4}|−4|=4{\displaystyle |-4|=4} A solution is valid if, after plugging it back into the original equation, it yields a true equation. It is possible to have two valid solutions, but you may have one solution, or no solution. For example, since |4|=4{\displaystyle |4|=4} and |−4|=4{\displaystyle |-4|=4} are both true, then both solutions to the equation are valid. So, |6x−2|+3=7{\displaystyle |6x-2|+3=7} has two possible solutions: x=1{\displaystyle x=1}, x=−13{\displaystyle x={\frac {-1}{3}}}.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comprueba el resultado de la ecuación positiva. Comprueba el resultado de la ecuación negativa. Anota las dos soluciones válidas.


You must always start with a sentence that requires a citation. Generally, that means you need a sentence that either quotes or paraphrases the UDHR. Also, the information should contribute something to your essay. You can use the same example: "As the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states, 'All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.'" Like APA and MLA, you need to add information to your sentence to tell your reader where you found it. However, unlike APA and MLA, Chicago style requires you to use a footnote. A footnote places a small number at the end of your sentence (after the period), and then a corresponding number at the bottom of the page, where you add your information.  Go to the end of your sentence, and add a footnote. To add a footnote, first place the cursor at the end of the sentence after the period or quotation mark (whichever comes last). Go to "References" in your word processing software, and choose "insert a footnote." It should place a number at the end of the sentence and down at the bottom of the page. It should look like this example: As the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states, "All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights."1 Go to the corresponding footnote at the bottom of the page. Add your footnote citation. Unlike APA and MLA, you generally include all of the information for the citation in the footnote.  Start with the organization, followed by a comma, and the title. Then add an open parenthesis, a phrase that identifies the type of source, the place of publication, and the year, followed by a close parenthesis. At the end, include the location you found the information (such as the page or article number). For instance, your footnote would look like this example: 1. UN General Assembly, "Universal Declaration of Human Rights," 217 (III) A (Paris, 1948), http://www.un.org/en/universal-declaration-human-rights/ (accessed September 6, 2016). In the citation, "217 (III) A" is the document reference, while "Paris" is the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comenzar con una oración o frase que requiera de una cita. Usar una nota al pie de página. Escribir la información en el pie de página. Crear una referencia final.


You must be at least 18 years old to audition to be a Disney princess. Because Disney wants their princesses to look youthful, most aren’t older than 27. Generally, Disney requires that princesses be between 5’4” and 5’7”. This is done for reasons of costume fit and uniformity. After all, if there are ten Cinderellas throughout the park on a given day, they shouldn’t look too different from one another. Disney costumes go up to size 10, so check if you’re in that range. If not, you can always try eating healthier and getting a little more exercise to slim down. If you don’t live near Disney World or Disneyland, you’ll have to relocate if you get the job. Be sure this is something you’re willing to do. Disney offers company housing, or you can find your own near the park.  If you’re considering working in the US, there is a Disneyland park in Anaheim, CA, and a Disney World park in Orlando, FL. Internationally, there are Disneyland parks in Paris, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Tokyo.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ten cuidado de cumplir con los requisitos en cuanto a la edad. Revisa si cumples con los estándares de estatura y tamaño. Prepárate para mudarte.


You must be signed into Chrome to install the extension. If you see a silhouette icon in the upper-right corner of the browser window, rather than your first initial or Google+ profile pic, click on the icon and then click on Sign In. It's in the upper-right corner of the window. Doing so installs the extension into your Chrome browser.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Abre la extensión Invite All Friends on Facebook (invitar a todos tus amigos en Facebook) en Google Chrome. Haz clic en Añadir a Chrome.


You must be using Google Chrome to install this extension. Browser extensions are not supported on the mobile versions of the browser. If you are using a browser other than Chrome, this button will prompt you to install Chrome instead. This will appear in a small popup after a moment and will install the extension. You may need to restart your browser to complete the installation. Video Downloader Professional will automatically detect any videos on the page. This will be located to the right of the address bar in your browser and will open a menu. The menu that appears will list all of the downloadable videos on the page. Selecting a video will add it to your download queue. You can view your downloads by pressing Ctrl+J or opening the menu (3 vertical dots) and selecting “Downloads”.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Dirígete a la página de la extensión Video Downloader Professional. Haz clic en "Añadir a Chrome". Haz clic en "Agregar extensión". Dirígete a alguna página que contenga videos. Haz clic en el ícono de Video Downloader Professional (la flecha verde). Haz clic en un video de la lista.


You must ensure that the ground next to your foundation slopes away from your home, not towards it. But backfilled dirt around the foundation will typically settle lower than the surrounding dirt and cause the ground to sink in and slope towards your house. Add dirt up against the foundation to create a drop of at least 2 inches (5.1 cm) for every foot that you move away from the foundation.  Make sure that the top of the dirt is at least 6 inches (15 cm) below the sill plate, which is the bottom horizontal piece of the building. This will ensure that there is no ground contact that promotes the rot of building materials. Start by adding dirt within a foot of the foundation, taking care to ensure that it's always 6 inches (15 cm) below the sill plate. From here, move outward in one foot increments until you create a slope of 2 inches (5.1 cm) for every foot. and check that downspouts are working. Always clean your gutters 2 times a year—once in spring and once in fall. Start at the downspout and use a garden trowel or your hands to remove large chunks of dirt. In addition, be sure that the downspouts are discharging water at least 5 feet (1.5 m) away from the foundation of your home.  Work horizontally from your ladder and move down the gutter. If your home doesn't have gutters, consider installing some or hiring a contractor to do so. This will ensure that water is properly diverted from your home. Watch out for shrubs and other plants that are too close to your foundation. Rotted roots can create a path for surface water to flow down to your foundation. Use a shovel to dig in a circle around the roots of each plant—cut through as many of them as you can! Afterward, insert the shovel underneath the roots as far as possible and lever the plant out of the soil.  If you plant anything new, always try to plant them on the slope around your home to direct water away from your foundation. Destroy as many of the roots as possible to prevent regrowth.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Agrega tierra contra los cimientos de la casa para crear una pendiente. Limpia las canaletas Retira las plantas que se encuentran a menos de 30 cm (12 pulgadas) de los cimientos.


You must find a place a reside. Even if you plan to move to Italy for the long term, it may be a good idea to find an apartment at first, just so you can really get to know the country, the neighborhoods, and the housing market.  If you made a trip to Italy earlier, hopefully you had some success while scouting around. That would have been a good time to compile a list of potential neighborhoods, apartment complexes, or residential agents that you can contact later. Until recently, rents were set by government agencies. Legal changes in the last few years have opened up housing prices to market shifts, and you may notice substantial price differences from one neighborhood to the next.  City centers, as you might expect, remain the most expensive areas to live. Some of the larger cities have highly capable public transportation, so you want to factor that in when you are selecting a house or apartment. You will need electricity, water, possibly gas, and phone service in Italy. The process is little different from doing so in the United States, but there are a few things you can do to simplify it.  If you already have a cell phone, get a European sim card. You will need an "unlocked" phone, but with the right sim card your phone will be identified as European by local networks and you will have access to regional cell phone rates (as long as you find a carrier).  Though you will have to make arrangements with a local water company, you will probably not be billed regularly. Each household has a water quota and, outside of the subscription fee, you are only charged for exceeding that quota. If you are always under the quota, expect just a two to four bills from them a year.  You are free to choose which electrical utility you want to use (at least if you purchased or are renting an entire house). The regular quantity of electricity apportioned for each household is smaller than is the case in the United States, and if you need additional power you may have to ask for a higher volume. You will be charged at a...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Renta o compra una propiedad. Contrata las utilidades y los servicios básicos. Reserva el método de transporte a Italia. Empaca las maletas. Empaca algunas pertenencias y envíalas a tu nuevo hogar. Convierte tu moneda a euros. Usa el método de transporte que elegiste para llegar a Italia.


You must fulfill the prerequisites of the Hong Kong Quality Migrant Admission Scheme before your application can move through the next stages of the process. It's a good idea to look over those prerequisites before you complete an application to make sure your application isn't a wasted effort.  The prerequisites are listed in full in the Guidance Notes for the application. The Immigration Department recommends that all applicants read these Guidance Notes fully before submitting an application. You can download the Guidance Notes at https://www.immd.gov.hk/pdforms/id(e)982.pdf. Generally, you must be an adult over the age of 18 with a valid travel document in your home country. You also must be in good financial standing and have good character, as evidenced by a clear criminal and immigration record along with statements from references. Provided you fulfill all the prerequisites, you also must earn sufficient points on either a General Points Test or an Achievement-based Points Test. These tests are designed to assess your value to the Hong Kong economy.  The General Points Test allocates points based on your age, academic or professional qualifications, work experience, language proficiency, and family background. You must earn a minimum of 80 points out of a maximum of 195 points.  The Achievement-based Points Test is for individuals of very high global achievement. You either score a maximum of 195 points on this test, or you score nothing. This test is primarily for individuals who have received an award of national or global recognition (such as an Olympic medal or a Nobel prize), or who have contributed significantly to growth and development in their field (as demonstrated by publications, achievement awards, and the like). The application form requires detailed information about your personal and educational background, residence history, and financial standing. You will need supporting documentation for all of the information provided on the form. You can get the application form from a Chinese...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Cumple con los prerrequisitos del régimen. Pasa la prueba de puntos. Completa el formulario de solicitud ID 981. Saca copias de los documentos sustentadores. Envía la solicitud y los documentos por correo al Departamento de Inmigración. Recibirás una notificación de la decisión de la solicitud. Asiste a la entrevista en Hong Kong. Recoge la visa y el permiso de entrada.


You must have administrator access in order to change the UAC settings for any account.   Click here for instructions on resetting the admin password if you can't remember it. If you don't have an administrator account on the computer (all users are Standard accounts), you can boot into Safe Mode to access the administrator account. You'll still need the password, but if it's your own computer there may not be a password. Click here for instructions on booting into Safe Mode. uac.  There are four UAC levels. The highest will notify you every time a program attempts to make changes to your computer or you change your Windows settings. The second-highest will only notify you when apps attempt to make changes. The third is the same as the second except that your desktop won't dim. The bottom setting won't notify you for anything.  For most users it is highly recommended that you leave UAC at the top or second-highest setting, as UAC can help prevent malware infections. You can keep your settings high but turn off UAC for specific programs that you trust and use often. See the next section for instructions.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Inicia sesión como administrador. Haz clic en el menú de “Inicio” y escribe . Selecciona "Cambiar configuración de Control de cuentas de usuario" en la lista de resultados. Usa el control deslizante para ajustar el nivel del UAC.


You must have administrator privileges on the remote computer. If you are trying to access the remote computer from a different network, the firewall may be blocking you. There are two routes around this:  If the firewall is blocking Remote Registry but not Remote Desktop, connect to a computer on the same network as the target computer, then use it to access the target computer. If the firewall is blocking Remote Desktop, download PSExec from Sysinternals. Use it to gain remote access to the remote computer's command line and make a Remote Desktop exception for the firewall. (Enter netsh advfirewall firewall add rule ? for instructions.)

TL;DR in Spanish:

Asegúrate de tener acceso como administrador. Evita el cortafuegos.


You must join an Amazon Household to be able to set up a Family Library. An Amazon Household can include up to two adults with their own individual Amazon accounts and up to four children with child profiles created as a part of an adult’s account.  Go to “Manage Accounts and Devices” at www.amazon.com/mycd. Click on the “Settings” tab. Select “Invite Adult” under the “Households and Family Library” tab. Have the second adult sign into their amazon account. Once the second adult has signed in, select “Yes” to share payment methods, Amazon content and services, and management of child profiles. Click “Create Household” When prompted to set your content sharing settings through Family Library, click yes. Click on the “Your Content” tab. Click the “Select” box next to the content you want to share. Click on “Add to Library”. If you don’t see “Add to Library” select the “Show Family Library” tab. Choose the adult profile or a child’s Free Time profile to add the content to, and click “OK”.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Crea un hogar Amazon. Visita la página “Gestionar Cuentas y Dispositivos”. Selecciona el contenido que desees compartir. Escoge el perfil al cual deseas añadir el libro.


You must leave the country in order to qualify for duty-free shopping, often for a minimum span of time. In the United States, for example, you must leave the country for at least 48 hours if you wish to take full advantage of U.S. duty-free stores. However, you may be able to purchase some quantities of duty-free goods if you're traveling for less than that time span. U.S. citizens may purchase a reduced quantity of duty-free goods if they've spent less than 48 hours in Canada, for example, and Canadian citizens may purchase a limited quantity of duty-free goods after any length of time in the United States.  U.S. citizens traveling to Canada for under 48 hours may bring back up to $200 (U.S. Dollars) worth of goods per person without paying taxes or duties. However, alcohol and tobacco may be subject to duties and taxes if it was purchased on a brief trip. U.S. citizens who spend more than 48 hours in Canada may bring back up to $800 in goods per person, and will not have to pay taxes or duties on up to one liter (33.8 fluid ounces) of alcohol, one carton of 200 cigarettes, and 100 cigars. You may purchase up to the legal amount of goods in the duty-free store, though that amount will vary depending on where you are traveling and how long you will be gone. Product limitations are generally applied to high-tax items like alcohol and tobacco, though an overall limit is usually in place at most international borders.  Most product-specific limitations restrict travelers to bringing back one liter (33.8 fluid ounces) of alcohol and one carton of cigarettes per person per trip. At the U.S./Canadian border, individuals may only bring up to $800 in goods per month. If you and one or more family members who reside at the same address travel together, you can collectively bring a total of $1,600 worth of goods per month per household. You may exceed the allowance of goods you're able to bring back duty free. However, you will have to pay taxes/duties on those goods that exceed your allowance. How you pay will depend...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Márchate del país. Haz compras dentro de lo permitido. Paga el derecho de aduana de cualquier cosa que exceda lo permitido.


You must make sure that both the female (dam) and male (sire) are healthy and genetically fit for breeding, and that their vaccinations are current. Testing should be done for conditions that the Shih Tzu breed is prone to, such as heritable eye diseases, Hip Dysplasia, Renal Dysplasia, thyroid disorders, and hearing loss. Once a dog is cleared of one of these conditions, it can be registered with the appropriate registry (e.g. once a dog is tested and cleared of heritable eye diseases, it can be registered with the the local Canine Eye Registry).> The female Shih Tzu should get a thorough pre-breeding physical examination by a veterinarian about a month before breeding begins. Ideally, your Shih Tzu should have her first litter after her second heat cycle but before she's reached the age of 4. Because of health risks, dogs older than 7 should not be bred. Female Shih Tzus stay in heat (i.e. the period in a dog’s reproductive cycle when she is receptive to mating) for approximately 16 days, but are usually not receptive to males on the first day of this period. If a female is not ready to mate, she will run from or avoid a male; if she is ready, she will stay and move her tail to the side to signal her readiness. Put up flyers, take out a classified ad, or look online for possible studs. Remember that, as a general rule, a male should be smaller than the female Shih Tzu it  breeds with by a pound or two. It should also complement your female Shih Tzu in terms of attributes and qualities, and offer genetic strengths that will result in strong, quality offspring (e.g.  a good coat). Before breeding occurs, you should work out a contract with the stud's owner outlining obligations, fees, and payment. Stud fees can run between $250-$1000, depending on the quality of the male. but some contracts will outline other forms of payment to the stud's owner (e.g. the pick of the litter in lieu of cash payment). Both parties should sign and keep a copy of the contract. Given that females are more comfortable in new...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Asegúrate de que ambos shih tzu estén saludables. Asegúrate de que la hembra esté lista para la reproducción. Elige al macho adecuado. Elabora un contrato para usar un macho reproductor. Empareja a los perros. Confirma el embarazo. Prepárate para el alumbramiento.


You must make sure that your ceiling trusses will be able to handle the load of the new floor and the weight from storage or people walking around. Call contractors in your area and get multiple quotes for adding a floor. This will give you an idea of whether you’ll need to make structural changes before you can add the floor. Adding a new floor to weak attic trusses may interfere with the structural integrity of your house and can cause your ceiling to cave in. Use a tape measure to measure the length and width of where you want to place the flooring. Measure perpendicularly across the existing floor trusses. Write down the measurements after you take them.  The subfloor that you will install must run perpendicularly across the existing attic trusses to distribute the weight across multiple trusses. When measuring in your attic, make sure you are only putting your body weight on the trusses. If you step on a piece of drywall you may go through it. You’ll also want to measure the spaces around electrical outlets, equipment, or ceiling joists. You’ll have to create the flooring around these obstructions, so take accurate measurements of each one. You may also want to consider adding a partial floor for storage rather than flooring your entire attic. Sometimes, insulation will cover up the ceiling trusses. You’ll need to use the trusses to support the new subfloor that you’re going to install. Remove the insulation and set it aside. Wear long sleeves, thick pants, and a respirator when removing the insulation to prevent inhaling dust and debris.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Llama a los profesionales para determinar si el techo puede soportar carga. Mide el espacio donde quieres colocar el piso. Mide el espacio alrededor de las obstrucciones. Limpia la protección.


You must remove everything covering the "rough frame" of the doorway.  The majority of doors for sale on the market today come pre-hung--that is, they are already mounted on a door jamb. When installed correctly, they provide the tightest possible seal to keep out the elements. The door jamb is usually held in place with nails, screws, and caulk. The screws shouldn't be difficult to remove, though the caulk can sometimes be a challenge to strip out. Certain silicone-based caulks or sealants can be loosed with specialized chemical applications available at many hardware stores. Exterior molding may come off only with great difficulty; there is usually no special trick to it, just the application of leverage via a pry bar. Pry off interior trim carefully, so as not to damage the surrounding wall paint or paper. Along with a pry bar, it may be helpful to use a putty knife to get between the trim and wall with minimal damage. Use a level to measure the sill (bottom), sides, and top of the frame. If it is not as it should be, you may need to add wood around the frame to make it level. The most common cause of difficulties is the sill. If it is exposed to weather, it is the most likely portion to be warped or rotted. In this case, remove the existing materials and replace them with like-sized boards. You must measure the height, width, and depth in order to know the precise size you must have for the door you will purchase. Do not underestimate the importance of measuring the depth. If the distance between the interior and exterior walls is great but the depth of door jamb on the new door you purchase is small, you will have to add jamb extensions. This shouldn't be too much of a problem unless the distance you have to make up is especially large, but it is something to be aware of. Aside from the pre-hung door, there are a few other things you will need:  Wooden shims to hold the new door in place as you attach it to the frame. Screws or nails to secure the door in place. Make sure the nails or screws you select...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Extrae la puerta vieja y los ribetes, molduras y jambas de la puerta. Determina si la puerta está a nivel. Mide el hueco la puerta. Compra los materiales y herramientas necesarios.


You must take this situation seriously! Just because you already have this job and you feel you are great at it, does not mean the company will keep you. Throughout this process, the company has the ability to either hire someone they feel is more suited for the job or eliminate your position all together.  The first step to taking this process seriously is to not assume you will easily be rehired. If you do not have the mindset that you “own” the job, you will be more willing to follow the process and compete vigorously for your job. If you do not take the process seriously you will risk losing your job. It is important to remain professional and treat the process as if you are applying for a job at a new company. This may be difficult if you know the person interviewing you, but the truth is that you are there to impress them, remind them why you were chosen for the job in the first place and describe your success in this role thus far. Follow interview best practices such as dressing professionally, wearing a smile, providing a strong handshake, listening actively to the interviewer, bringing a copy of your resume and preparing to speak about yourself (job duties, accomplishments, abilities, knowledge, strengths and your desire to keep your job). You may find yourself having to explain what you really do during the day versus what is written in the job description. Sometimes these are two very different things and the interviewer may be surprised at the tasks you complete without formal documentation.  For example, your job may be to receive technical complaints, issues and inquiries from software users. Once you receive this information, you pass it over to the IT techs that can help. You do not answer or resolve anything. When you are asked, “what do you do here” it will be false to say or even imply that you provide some level of tech support when in actuality you do not. Whatever the case may be, it is important to not exaggerate what you do. Giving false accounts of what you do to make you seem more...

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No asumas que te contratarán. Mantén una postura profesional y sigue las mejores prácticas en la entrevista. Explica sinceramente tus responsabilidades diarias. Demuestra tu valor para incrementar tus probabilidades de que te conserven en tu puesto laboral.


You need Adobe Acrobat Pro to remove a password. Adobe Acrobat Reader will not let you remove the password. It's located in the upper-left corner of the app in the menu bar. It's in the File menu of Adobe Acrobat Pro. Navigate to where the secured PDF is located and double-click it to open it. It's on the left side of the screen below the Home tab. If the PDF is user-locked, you may be prompted to enter the password for the PDF. It is found below the Security Settings heading. Use the pulldown menu to select "No Security". If you do not know the password for the PDF, you will not be able to change the security settings in Adobe Acrobat Pro. This will save the PDF as an unsecured PDF. This will confirm that you wish to save the PDF as an unsecured PDF. You can now copy text from the document. Click the cursor and drag it to the end of the text you want to copy to highlight it. You can then right-click the text and then select "Copy", or if you are using a Mac with an Apple Magic Mouse or trackpad, you can click the trackpad or mouse with two fingers and then select "Copy". You can also copy the desired text by pressing Ctrl+C on Windows, or ⌘ Command+C on Mac.

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Abre Adobe Acrobat Pro. Haz clic en Archivo. Haz clic en Abrir. Haz doble clic sobre el archivo PDF. Haz clic en el ícono del candado. Haz clic en Detalles del permiso. Selecciona Sin seguridad en el cuadro “Método de seguridad”. Tecla la contraseña del archivo PDF. Haz clic en Aceptar. Haz clic en Aceptar nuevamente. Copia el texto deseado.


You need a container with sides, but the mouth must be wide enough for you to fit a box grater, also called a cheese grater or flat bottomed grater, and at least one of your hands inside since you will need to grate the onion inside it. This bowl should have higher sides but must have a wide enough mouth to accommodate the entire diameter of the strainer. If possible, rest the strainer over the lip of the bowl. If the strainer is too small, however, hold it with your hand.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca el rallador dentro de un bol o de una olla. Coloca un colador encima de un bol mediano o grande.


You need an FCC attorney to help you obtain a license. Consider hiring one early in the process, so that the attorney can negotiate on your behalf and draft the purchase agreement. You can find a qualified attorney in the following places:  Ask station owners who they used as an attorney. You know you’ll get an experienced FCC attorney that way. Contact your local or state bar association. Ask for a referral to an FCC or communications attorney. Many communications attorneys are located in Washington, D.C. However, there should still be others located around the country. Sellers want to see that a potential buyer has financing before they will begin negotiations. Line up your financing before you reach out to the seller. For example, if you intend to buy the station with a loan, then have the bank write a letter stating you have qualified.  Make sure to obtain a loan through a bank that has made loans for broadcasting before. You can’t secure the loan with your FCC license, which some banks might not understand. Instead, you can secure the loan with equipment or with shares of your corporation or limited liability company (if your business is buying the station).  If you are using your own money, then gather sufficient documentation to show the seller. You may need to provide personal or business financial statements. The seller might be handling the sale themselves or going through a broker. Your media broker can help identify the person to contact. Call them up and introduce yourself. Say you are interested in buying the station and would like more information.  Make sure to get across that you are a serious buyer. If you already own other radio stations, then mention that fact. For example, you could say: “I’m Keith Johnson. I’m interested in buying your FM station in Claremont. I already own three others in the area and would like to discuss buying yours. I see it was listed for sale online.” Signing this confidentiality (non-disclosure) agreement is a requirement before a seller will turn over sensitive...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Contrata a un abogado que pertenezca a la comisión local de comunicaciones. Consigue financiamiento. Muestra interés en la estación que quieras comprar. Firma un acuerdo de confidencialidad. Pídele al vendedor la información financiera sobre la estación. Solicita documentos sobre los antecedentes de las operaciones de la estación. Contrata a un ingeniero de telecomunicaciones para que inspeccione la estación.


You need at least two passport-size photos, your birth certificate, and one other form of identification that proves your citizenship in your country of origin. If you already have a passport, ensure that it has at least 6 months left before its expiration date. Some countries will not issue a visa to you if your passport expires in less than 6 months. If you don't already have a passport, you'll need to allow 4-6 weeks for processing, so be sure to start this process ahead of time. If your destination country and country of origin both participate in the Visa Waiver Program, you won't be required to pre-arrange a visa. Other non-participating countries may require you to apply for a tourist visa (and get that visa approved) before you arrive.  This can be a costly and time-consuming step, so be sure to get it out of the way ahead of time. Some countries require that tourists pay entrance and exit fees, so find out if this is applicable to your trip and be prepared to pay the fees.  U.S. citizens can visit the website for the U.S. Department of State to find out the visa requirements for traveling to foreign countries. You may need to begin immunization injections many months in advance. Immunizations are usually optional but recommended for tourist travel in certain parts of the world. For some countries you need no immunizations at all. Check out the Center for Disease Control website to learn which immunizations are recommended or required based on your destination. If your health insurance policy doesn't cover you while abroad, it's wise to purchase health insurance that will be accepted in your destination country, just in case something should happen. Similarly, if your trip ends up getting cancelled or postponed, purchasing travel insurance ahead of time can save you money, time, and a lot of hassle. You may choose to stay with friends or relatives, or book a hotel or hostel while on your trip. Though it's possible to make these decisions last-minute, you'll feel more prepared if you have sorted out...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Obtén un pasaporte. Revisa cuáles son los requisitos para una visa a tu lugar de destino. Recibe las inmunizaciones recomendadas. Compra un seguro de salud y de viaje. Determina el lugar en donde te alojarás. Determina cuál es la mejor forma de desplazarte.


You need everything in the above section plus a few other things. The entire list includes:   3/4 inch (19.05 mm) 160psi irrigation tubing A PVC pipe cutter Four 3/4 inches (19.05 mm) PVC tube connectors Bungee cord Uncoated coat hanger wire A power sander (optional, though preferred) Several pairs of pliers A couple of friends (it will be much easier) A pair of goggles Stand up straight and measure the distance from your feet to your chest (or anywhere between your belly button and your chest). This measurement is the diameter of your ideal hoop. You then need to calculate its circumference to know how much tubing you need. (Circumference = Pi (3.14) times Diameter (C=pD))  The average adult hula hoop is 40” in diameter, or 125.6” long. Each piece would then be about 31” long. Constructing a hula hoop for a child? Then you’ll likely need around 26” in diameter, or 87.9”. Each piece would then be about 22” long. This will help you know how the pieces fit back together. It’s sort of like a puzzle, where each one is similar but fits best into a certain other piece. In total you’ll need 8 markings, one for each exposed end. This can be done with the edge of a knife, scissors, or even with a pen. Don't want to make a permanent mark? Use tape. If you’re using a power sander, there’s going to be dust and grime floating up around you everywhere, so be sure to wear goggles or a mask. If you don’t have a power sander, you can do it manually – it just requires a lot of patience and more time. Take a break from sanding and see how the connector fits into the tube. There should definitely be resistance, but when you’re finished it should snugly fit inside the tubing. Keep sanding until each connector reaches this point. This can be done with a blow dryer, hot water on the stove, or an open flame (but an open flame is harder to control and can result in melting). When they become soft and pliable, place the non-sanded ends of the connectors each into a section of tubing, leaving the sanded ends visible and sticking out....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne los materiales. Mide la cantidad de tubo que necesitas y córtalo en cuatro partes iguales. Haz marcas únicas en cada extremo. Ponte las gafas protectoras y comienza a lijar los bordes de un extremo de cada uno de los conectores. Calienta un extremo de cada tubo. Con la ayuda de las marcas que hiciste, une el aro. Coloca la cuerda elástica para hacer el aro plegable. Ensambla y dobla el aro.


You need to be able to spin the wheel freely, allowing you to see where it wobbles and make subtle changes. Usually, turning the bike upside down is more than enough, but precise mechanics can use a truing stand, which holds the wheel in place and has small calipers that let you notice even the smallest wobble. If you've got a serious wobble or issue, it can help to take the tire off first. At the very least, take some air out of the tires. If not, one will likely pop while you work. The way you tighten spokes seems a little counter-intuitive at first, since you'll be turning spokes on both the top and bottom of the wheel. It seems like it's breaking the "righty-tighty" rule you've grown up with, but there is an easier way to think about it. Imagine you're looking straight down at the top of the spoke where it meets the rim. If you were to take a screwdriver and stick it into the top of the spoke, you would turn the spoke clockwise, like normal, to tighten it, and counter-clockwise to loosen it. If you're ever in doubt, imagine which direction you would turn this screwdriver, and turn accordingly. The spokes will alternate which side of the rim they go to -- half to the left, half to the right. The balance between these two sides is what keeps your wheel true and prevents wobble. So, if your wheel wobbles to the left, that means the spokes on the right side are too loose to keep things balanced, or the spokes on the left are too tight. This is why you only get wobbles in certain areas -- one spoke that is too loose only affects the wheel in the precise spot. Trace the spoke down from the rim down to the center of the wheel to see which side it pulls towards. This is how you keep the radial tension (up and down the rim, keeping it perfectly round) even without too much work. Say you just tightened a spoke on the right side of the rim, because it wobbled to the left. On either side of this spoke are two more spokes for the left side of the rim. Instead of continuing to crank on the right side, which can put too...

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Coloca la bicicleta al revés o coloca la rueda inestable en un soporte de alineación si cuentas con uno. Comprende cómo se ajustan y giran los rayos. Verifica a qué lado se dirige cada rayo para detectar los que ocasionan la inestabilidad. Afloja los dos rayos al lado del que acabas de ajustar, utilizando solo un cuarto de vuelta. Continúa este proceso de ajuste de 3 rayos hasta que la inestabilidad desaparezca. Busca “puntos planos” en una bicicleta que no está “radialmente” alineada.


You need to be at least 16 years old to obtain a private helicopter license. You need a private helicopter license before you can get a commercial helicopter license. Once you have your private helicopter license, you'll need to be at least 17 to obtain your commercial helicopter license. All pilots have to pass a medical exam provided by an FAA approved physician. You can be disqualified if you have any health problems that might imply the risk of lapses in consciousness.  These could include heart problems, psychological disorders, or a history of drug abuse. Your hearing and vision will also be checked, as well as your ability to perceive color.  Students with poor color vision may be prevented from becoming pilots. Pilots need to distinguish colors in order to understand light-signals when operating a helicopter. If you think you may have poor color vision, ask your optometrist to administer a test before you begin pursuing a career as a pilot. If you are worried about being disqualified for any of these conditions, talk to an FAA approved medical examiner about your concerns. Find an FAA approved medical examiner on the FAA website. You do not need to graduate from college to fly a helicopter, but having a degree can make it a lot easier to find a job. Most employers require you to have at least an associate's degree, and prefer a bachelor's. If you know you want to fly helicopters for a living, consider going to college for math, physics, or aeronautical engineering.  Helicopter pilots need to know algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus. There will be math questions on the test, and you will need especially good math skills to fly commercially. You can take math classes at your flight school or aeronautical college. You can also study with books and study guides: look for guides written specifically for pilots. Getting civilian training is expensive. Flight schools will require you to provide some proof of funds before you are admitted. You can expect to pay $10,000-$15,000 for the training it...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Espera a cumplir los 16 años. Visita a un doctor. Obtén estudios superiores. Ahorra dinero o pide un préstamo. Elige la escuela de vuelo que sea más adecuada para ti.


You need to be prepared for accidents while camping, and having supplies ready in the event of a wound or a burn is important. Get these items together for your kit:  Bandages, in assorted sizes and shapes. Make sure to include butterfly bandages, which will hold the edge of a deep cut together, and triangular bandages to create slings or hold dressings. Blister pads Gauze pads Elastic bandages for wrapping sprains Moleskin Q-tips Antiseptic wipes Antibiotic cream , e.g. PVP Iodine solution and / or ointment. Burn ointment Rubbing alcohol, to clean tools such as tweezers in the event they are needed for an injury Hydrogen Peroxide about 3 % as solution. Some plastic vials with sterile NaCl 0,9% solution may be very helpful to rinse dirt away from the eyes or for cleaning a dirty wound as 1st step care. While on the trail, anything you need for your personal medical care should be packed in a first aid kit.  Any prescription medications you or your fellow travelers use. Over-the-counter pain management medication, like aspirin and ibuprofen. Gastrointestinal meds, such as antacids and anti-diarrheal medication. Antihistamines in the event of allergic reactions, e.g. Hydrocortisone Cream as OTC. Topical antibiotic cream to treat small, shallow wounds. While camping, you will need a variety of tools to get through snares and wounds on the trail. In your fist aid kid, you should store:  Tweezers Scissors Magnifying glass Safety pins Duct tape Needle with thread, in the event repairs are needed Medical gloves, which are needed for handling unsanitary materials Waterproof matches and fire starter Water purification tablets, in the event you run out of water and need to use stream or lake water Small-edge razor blade Fingernail clippers Flashlight A variety of batteries Emergency blanket, which is an aluminum style reflective blanket to have on hand if temperatures drop dangerously low or if you get wet Depending on weather and other conditions, you may need some of the following creams and sprays on your trip:. ...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne implementos para el cuidado de heridas y quemaduras. Reúne los suministros médicos básicos. Lleva herramientas. Emplea una variedad de aerosoles y cremas. Lleva todos los artículos diversos específicos para tu circunstancia. Ten en cuenta las condiciones climáticas.


You need to believe that even when your husband hurts your feelings or does something wrong, it is usually not malicious. People don't usually do hurtful or annoying things for the sake of being annoying or hurtful. They do things because they're not thinking or because they think they're doing the right thing. Try to give him the benefit of the doubt before getting really angry. That said, your husband might do something hurtful on purpose or might not care about you enough to work on problems. Sometimes, we marry people who aren't who we think they are. You need to recognize when you shouldn't be loving your husband and solving your problems....you should be getting away as fast as you can! If your husband is mainly leaving a negative impact on your life, it's time to hightail it out of there.  If your husband is violent with you, you need to seek help. His violence is never your fault and you need to do whatever is necessary to protect yourself and your children. There is no excuse for violence. The same can be said for emotional abuse. If you husband is constantly insulting you and making you feel trapped and worthless, you deserve better. If you need advice, call the National Domestic Abuse Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. If you're from outside the US, go to http://www.hotpeachpages.net/ to find resources for your area. When your husband does something to hurt your feelings, say so. When you feel like he's ignoring your needs, tell him that. If you don't tell your husband that something is wrong, he might never know. But in the mean time, the more you keep those hurt feelings bottled up, the more you're going to grow angry with your husband and maybe even hate him. If he does something very serious, like cheating on you, you need to sit down with him and talk through the situation. Even if it's something smaller, like continually ignoring his half of the chores, it's important to sit down and lay out what went wrong and how the two of you can work together to make things better in the future. In some cases,...

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Aprende a creer. Aprende a reconocer cuándo es momento de renunciar. Comuníquense constantemente. Háblale sobre tus principales preocupaciones. Deja de llevar la cuenta cuando tu esposo comete algún error. Compórtate como un adulto. Centra tu energía en una actividad productiva.


You need to consecrate your wood to cleanse it of any old energies before carving your wand. You will need a few items set up to perform this ritual.  A white candle A sage or cedar smudge or sagewood incense A large feather A clear quartz crystal A lighter or matches A small altar to hold the wood To perform the ritual, you will start facing North. Place the altar with the wood on it to your left, and the tools to perform the ritual on your right. Standing facing north, begin the ritual by lighting the incense and saying a prayer for energy and assistance. Place the candle in front of you and light it while saying a prayer to acknowledge the divine presence around you. Hold the crystal in both of your hands and imagine the white light of divine knowledge flowing through the top of your head and through your arms into the crystal. Place a thought in the crystal about cleansing the wood of any negative energies, and then place the crystal back down to the right. Hold the crystal above the wood and envision it absorbing the negative energies being released from the wood. Envision the energy moving through the crystal an out into the universe to be dissipated. Then place the crystal on top of the wood and ask that its positive energy be placed into the wood. Close your eyes and thank the divine for helping you clear the negative energy from your wood. Blow out the candle and then clean up the tools used for the ritual.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne los materiales necesarios para la consagración. Acondiciona el ritual. Párate y enciende el incienso o el atado. Enciende la vela y sostén el cristal. Utiliza el cristal para dispersar las energías negativas. Di una oración de agradecimiento para terminar el ritual.


You need to consider what kind of soil you'll be digging in, how many holes you will dig and whether you have someone to help you run the auger.  A hand auger can be operated by 1 or 2 people. This is best if you only have 1 or 2 holes to dig, because it takes a lot of work to turn the handle.  A power auger uses a gasoline engine to turn the auger, but it can be dangerous if it runs into a rock or other obstruction. The auger will stop suddenly, which can cause the top to jerk, knocking you off your feet or even breaking your arm.  A wheeled auger is a power auger mounted on a wheeled frame, so there is less chance you'll be injured if it stops. A tractor auger is safest because you operate it from the tractor seat. If something goes wrong, you are at safe distance. If you use a power auger, you also need hearing and eye protection. Don't wear loose clothing that can be caught in the auger. Your auger will work best if the first few inches or centimeters is easy to dig into. Use a spade, digging tool or clamshell post-hole digger. If the ground is still too hard, soak the area with water. Begin turning the handle or start the motor. If a powered auger stops suddenly, immediately release the throttle or hit the kill switch stop the motor. Raise the auger out of the hole and dump the dirt off the blades. If you don't regularly dump off the dirt, the auger will become too heavy to raise easily. It may even get stuck in the hole. Most post-holes are about 3 feet (1 meter) deep. Augers can dig much deeper, however, if you use extension rods.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige el barreno adecuado para el trabajo. Ponte botas de punta de acero y guantes de piel. Rompe el suelo si está muy duro. Sostén el barreno en posición vertical por la manija, con el mango perpendicular al suelo. Cava alrededor de 30 centímetros (12 pulgadas). Devuelve el barreno al orificio y continúa cavando y tirando la tierra.


You need to cool the potatoes in an ice bath after the simmering process. This will stop them from cooking, and can also preserve some of the color. Take a bowl big enough to fit all your potato slices. Fill it with water and add a few ice cubes until the water is chilly to the touch. As always, wash your hands before touching the cold water. It should take around 12 minutes for your potatoes to reach the right temperature. At this point, test them with a fork or knife. The potatoes should be soft on the exterior, but you should not be able to easily pass a fork or knife through the potatoes. The tip of the knife or fork should just barely go into the surface of the potato. If the fork or knife can cut through the potatoes with ease, the potatoes are cooked and not blanched. You will have to start the process over. If the potatoes are so hard you cannot get the tip of the fork or knife in, cook them for a couple more minutes and check again. Be vigilant about checking, however, as you do not want to accidentally cook the potatoes. Once the potatoes are blanched, strain them over the sink using a colander or strainer. Then, transfer the potatoes to the ice bath. Leave the potatoes in the ice bath until they're cool to the touch. Potatoes will cool quickly in the ice bath. Check them every few seconds and remove them as soon as they cool down adequately.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prepara un baño de hielo mientras las papas hiervan a fuego lento. Revisa las papas con un cuchillo después de 12 minutos. Cocina las papas durante más tiempo si es necesario. Retira las papas del fuego.


You need to determine whether or not the circuit is AC or DC by measuring the voltage of the circuit as described in previous steps. If the circuit to be tested is AC but the meter will only measure DC amps (or vice versa), stop. The meter must be able to measure the same mode (AC or DC) amps as the voltage in the circuit, otherwise it will indicate 0.  Be aware that most multimeters will only measure extremely small amounts of current, in the uA and mA ranges. 1 uA is .000001 amp and 1 mA is .001 amp. These are values of current that flow only in the most delicate electronic circuits, and are literally thousands (and even millions) of times smaller than values seen in the home and automotive circuits that most homeowners would be interested testing. Just for reference, a typical 100W/120V light bulb will draw .833 Amps. This amount of current would likely damage the meter beyond repair. Ideal for the homeowner, this meter were to be used to measure current through a 4700 ohm resistor across 9 Volts DC.  To do this, insert the black probe into the "COM" or "-" jack and insert the red probe into the "A" jack. Shut off power to the circuit. Open the portion of the circuit that is to be tested (one lead or the other of the resistor). Insert the meter in series with the circuit such that it completes the circuit. An ammeter is placed in series with the circuit to measure current. It cannot be placed "across" the circuit the way a voltmeter is used (otherwise the meter will probably be damaged). Observe the polarity. Current flows from the positive side to the negative side. Set the range of current to the highest value. Apply power and adjust range of meter downward to allow accurate reading of pointer on the dial. Do not exceed the range of the meter, otherwise it may be damaged.   reading of about 2 milliamps should be indicated since from Ohm's law I = V/R = (9 volts)/(4700 Ω) = .00191 amps = 1.91 mA. Even if the operating current is low and within the range of the meter fuse, the surge can be many times...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Asegúrate de haber medido primero el voltaje. Configura el multímetro en el rango más alto de amperios AC o DC que tenga. Considera usar un amperímetro tipo abrazadera. Ten cuidado con algún condensador de filtro u otro elemento que requiera afluencia de corriente cuando esté encendido.


You need to ensure that the tank is at a steady, acceptable temperature. If it is near a vent, it can be exposed to gusts of cold air that are dangerous for the crabs. Whether it is near a window or outside, keep the tank away from direct sunlight. Crabs don’t much care for sunlight and it can heat the tank up dangerously. It is best to keep your crabs somewhere you will see them often, so that you can check up on them. However, don’t put them someplace where you use sprays that are hazardous to them, like hair spray, cologne, and room deodorants. They should be loud and rowdy at night, so you might want to refrain from putting them in your bedroom.

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Mantén el tanque alejado de los conductos de ventilación del aire acondicionado. Mantén el tanque alejado de la luz solar directa. Busca un sitio lleno, pero no demasiado lleno.


You need to find shelter for protection from the elements and predators.   You don't know what lives on the island. Wild animals, especially predators, can pose a distinct threat. You will want to avoid the elements. Getting too wet isn't good even in warm conditions. It doesn't have to be fancy, just safe. Look for natural shelter such as rock outcroppings for temporary shelter until you can build a better structure. This type of shelter consists of a large felled tree or branch braced against a large rock wall or standing tree.   Find a large branch and brace it securely against a large tree. Place smaller branches at 45 degree angles along the larger branch. Drop leaves and foliage over the shelter to provide cover and additional protection from the elements. This can be a temporary shelter until you build a more secure tee-pee type of shelter. This is a more secure and permanent type of shelter which provides optimal protection from animals and the elements.   Gather 10-20 long branches. The thicker these are, the stronger the structure will be. Stick 3 of the branches into the ground to create a tripod. Place the remaining branches in a circle around the tripod, leaving room for an entrance. Cover the structure with leaves, brush, and other foliage for protection. You need to keep warm, even if it's warm during the day.  It could get cold at night, so it is best to have a source of warmth. You will especially need a fire if you get wet from rain. It is important to stay as dry as possible. Also, the smoke might attract passing ships but keep it under control. Find tinder such as small dry twigs, grasses, and flammable debris. Arrange smaller twigs in a tripod with tinder underneath. Light the fire using a mirror, binoculars, or reflective surface by reflecting sunlight onto the dry kindling. For this method you will need a piece of soft wood, tinder, and a hard stick.   Take the piece of soft wood and dig a groove into it with the stick. Place tinder on the end of the soft wood that you want to ignite....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Trata de encontrar un refugio natural. Construye un refugio estilo cobertizo. Construir un refugio estilo tipi. Enciende una fogata lo más pronto posible. Enciente una fogata mediante el arado de fuego.


You need to get everything off of the surface, from dirt and sand to marine life and seaweed. In general, it is easiest to clean the surface of the boat as it comes out of the water. Use a high-pressure hose, a scrapper, and rags to make the boat spotless. You want to take off as much as possible, down to any aluminum window siding. This could cause a crease between the hardware and the paint, which will allow water to get into the cracks and ruin the paint. Anything you cannot remove you should cover in painter's tape to keep clean and protected. If you can feel the greasy, waxy finish on your boat you will need to remove it before painting. Using rough sponges and boat solvents, like Awl-Prep, scrub away the waxy finish.  Generally, running your finger along the surface, top or bottom, will tell you if there is still a coating-- it feels like a candle or a freshly waxed car. If you are in any doubt about the coating, go over the boat again -- paint will not stick to this waxy surface, so it all needs to go. Fill in any nicks, cracks, or corrosion before you start painting to prevent holes or imperfections in the final paint job. Make sure you fill in any holes with marine-grade epoxy, found near the marine paint in hardware and boat stores. Using 80-grit sandpaper and a random-orbit or finishing sander, sand the entire surface of the boat. This gives the paint a surface to "grip" to and promotes an even coat of paint. When in doubt, sand away all of the old paint. There are several important considerations to take when sanding:  If the old coat of paint is flaky or damaged you will need to strip it and sand it away entirely. If the old paint is a different type than the one you plan to apply (non-vinyl vs vinyl paint), then remove it entirely. Never use a belt sander on your boat  Warning: wear a respirator and eye protection when sanding, as paint chips are toxic.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Limpia el bote completamente. Retira el equipo del bote. Usa un disolvente para quitar la capa de cera del bote. Realiza todas las reparaciones necesarias a la superficie del bote. Lija completamente el bote.


You need to have a solid grasp of the topic, your stance on the topic, the reasons that support that stance, and the evidence that you will use to support those reasons. It’s easiest to know your argument if you have a written case, but in an impromptu setting, you can keep up with the argument you or your team is presenting by taking good notes.  If you have a written case, study both the case and outline before the debate. Underline important points, and know where your evidence is sourced. If you are going to be developing your arguments during the debate, review the evidence that you could offer, as well as possible arguments that can be made under the established topic for the debate. This way you will be able to quickly choose an argument or piece of support when you are in the middle of the debate. Since your opponent will be attacking your arguments, you can anticipate what they will say if you take a long, hard look at your main arguments.  If you have a written case, this will be easy. Simply highlight and outline your main points. If you don’t have a written case, choose the arguments that are the most likely to be brought up under the established topic. For example, you could write the following: "My main argument is that peanut products should not be allowed in schools because they pose a danger to those who are allergic. I will argue that the harm to people who are allergic is massive, making it a significant issue. Finally, I will argue that banning the products is the simplest, least expensive way to address the issue compared to other solutions, such as building a new cafeteria or transferring students with allergies." This activity should be done before the actual debate. Knowing what your opponent may present against you can allow you to develop your rebuttals faster during the actual debate. Look at the 3 or 4 main arguments that you plan to present, and think about how you would attack them. Develop a plan to counter these attacks.  For added insight, ask another debater how they would...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Conoce tu argumento. Escribe tres o cuatro argumentos principales. Identifica los posibles contraargumentos. Lleva un registro de los argumentos presentados por ti y por tu oponente. Prepara un resumen de tus argumentos para revisarlos durante tu rebatimiento.


You need to know a lot about the industry before you start submitting music to record labels. It is intensely competitive, and record labels are  interested only in new artists who have the potential to generate revenue.   Most musicians never land a record deal. Learn to accept lots of rejection without giving up or letting it break your spirit. Your only hope of being signed is having the potential to make money for the label. Being a great artist is not enough; you need a new sound, an attractive style, a fan base, and a celebrity persona. Getting a label to sign you to a contract is every musician's dream, but it's actually a rare event, and you have to do everything you can to increase your chances. That means you want to find a label that matches your style.  There are comprehensive record-label lists online. Search for the "record label directory" for your country.  This should help you narrow the search. Look for labels that have signed artists similar to you. A record company won't want to sign anyone who's exactly like someone else they've signed, but you want to work with a company you know is receptive to your sound. You may not be able simply to send a demo and expect it to be heard.   In most cases in order to be signed to a big label, you have to have a manager, lawyer, or agent who will contact the company on your behalf.  If you cannot afford a manager, agent, or attorney, don't lose hope! Contact the smaller labels while you continue to hone your skills as a musician. This will include a demo of your best music. A press kit typically contains a demo song on CD, one or more headshots or group shots of your band, a description of your band and influences, a biography that explains how your band came together or how you came to make the kind of music that you do, and contact information for your agent and band members. You can also include a list of big gigs you've played, awards you've won, or other recognition you've received as an artist.  Every document in the press kit should incorporate a...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comprende la industria de la música. Investiga varias compañías discográficas para explorar tus opciones. Comprende que muchas de las compañías discográficas más importantes no aceptan demos que no hayan solicitado. Elabora un kit de prensa.


You need to know up front if the potential client is a good credit risk and whether you ought to request payment up front. If you discover that the client has a record of not paying his bills, do not bid the job. It will only be a waste of time. Examine the working conditions or space. Analyze the difficulty of the work. Some jobs are not worth the time it takes to write a bid if the work is so difficult or time-consuming it won't allow you to make a profit. Try to determine your chances of being the winning bidder. If you know that another contractor or company that consistently underbids just to win a job is bidding, strongly consider whether or not you want to spend the time writing up the bid. Find out the details about expectations and what the final product should reflect. If applicable, review the current condition of anything you'll be working on. For instance, if you're repairing a porch, check its condition before writing up the bid. If you're consulting with a company about its marketing campaign, request its current branding and positioning statement. Physical inspection of site is always wise when bidding any job. Some companies might prepare a Request for Proposal (RFP) which details requirements and conditions for job and bid process. In such cases, the requirements should be followed exactly. These are especially prevalent for government contracts.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pídele referencias a tu cliente. Determina el tipo de tareas que requiere el trabajo. Pregúntale al cliente potencial acerca de todos los aspectos del trabajo. Revisa los requisitos de la oferta.


You need to make sure you have a friend to help and at least one index finger, ready to go! The friend must have both his/her thumbs and IFS.(index fingers) This can be done, by put both their IFS tips together and the same with their thumbs. (dinner tables in this case) Now you have to flick the ball with your fingers/thumbs and try to get it in the "basket".(circle) If the ball flies off in the wrong direction, your friend can move their "basket" if they wish. This game is all about co-operation and teamwork! Make sure there's plenty of room and nobody else or pets in the room! How many baskets can you get? Swap over after a while!

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Nota importante: Pídele a tu amigo que use los dedos pulgares e índices para formar un círculo grande. Dile que sostenga el círculo un poco alto en el aire y que se pare en el extremo de una mesa pequeña y lisa (puede ser una mesa de comedor). Ahora párate en el otro extremo con la pelota sobre la mesa frente a ti.


You need to organize your homework before you go to sleep so you won't waste any time in the morning. Lay your homework out on your desk and spend about 10-15 minutes going over your assignments to make sure you understand what you need to do. As you're going through your assignments, estimate how long it will take you to do each one. Use this to decide how early you should get up. Don't forget to leave plenty of time for eating breakfast and getting ready for school. Whether doing your homework in the morning is a one-time thing or you want to make it part of your daily routine, you need to make sure you're prepared for the morning. If it's possible, do as much of your homework as possible before you go to sleep. For instance, you might want to work on your English essays at night and write definitions for vocabulary words in the morning. Don't count on your internal clock to wake you up. Set an alarm so you can be sure you get up with plenty of time to finish your homework. If you find yourself hitting the snooze button too often, try leaving your phone or alarm clock on the other side of the room so you have to get up to turn it off. If you have a family member who wakes up early, ask them if they can check to make sure you are awake in time. If none of your family members get up early, ask one of your early-rising friends to call you first thing. Teenagers need 8-10 hours of sleep in order to be at their very best. If you have to get up early for homework, make sure you go to bed early enough that you're still getting plenty of sleep. Put your phone on a sleep timer if your friends have a habit of calling or texting you late into the night.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca la tarea en el escritorio la noche anterior. Decide cuánto tiempo necesitarás para completar tus tareas. Planifica tu rutina matutina. Configura una alarma para la hora en que tengas que despertarte. Pídele ayuda a tu familia para salir de la cama. Acuéstate a un horario razonable.


You need to prepare baking sheets to place your pralines on to cool. Take two flat baking sheets and cover then with aluminum foil. Butter the aluminum foil. Put your sugar, cream, and corn syrup into a large glass bowl. Stir the mixture together until you dissolved the lumps in the sugar. You can use any microwave safe bowl if you don't have a glass bowl. Once you've stirred the ingredients. Place your bowl in the microwave. Cook the mixture on high for 13 minutes. Carefully remove it from the microwave. The bowl will be extremely hot. Put the butter, pecans, and vanilla in the bowl. Stir them with a spoon. Continue to stir them for around 1 minute. You know that you have stirred the mixture enough when the texture becomes less glossy.  You can chop your pecans or leave them whole. That is up to you. This recipe was modified for the microwave, but it can also be made on the stove. Cook everything but the nuts and vanilla in a saucepan until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes before you add the nuts and vanilla. Follow the rest of the recipes as it is. Right as you finish stirring, you have to start spooning the mixture onto your prepared sheets. Using a tablespoon, drop heaping tablespoon sized pralines onto the baking sheet. Continue until you are out of mixture. Let them cool to room temperature. This should take about 20 minutes. Serve and enjoy.  Add 1-3 teaspoons of cream if the mixture cools and hardens while you are spooning them out. These pralines are best the first day they are made. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container for up to four days.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prepara los recipientes. Mezcla los ingredientes. Cocina la mezcla. Termina la mezcla de praliné. Vierte el praliné.


You need to submit a recent picture as part of your application. The picture will be passport-sized and should meet the following requirements:  The picture must be in color in front of a white background. It should be 2 x 2 inches. It should have been taken within the past six months. Your head in the image must be 1 inch (2.5 cm) and 1 3/8 inches (22 mm and 35 mm) or 50% and 69% of the image’s height, from the top of the head to the bottom of the chin. Your face should stare directly at the camera with a neutral facial expression. Your face must be visible. You should wear normal daily clothing. Avoid wearing a hat or other headgear unless you have a religious purpose for wearing it. You cannot wear headphones or glasses. The picture must be in JPEG format. Minimum digital dimensions are 600 x 600 pixels, with maximum dimensions of 1200 x 1200 pixels. Form DS-160 is available online here: https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/. You will need to select your location from the drop-down menu. Follow the instructions on the page when answering questions. You can check your answers before submitting them.  You will upload your digital picture to the application. If it won’t load, then you’ll take a picture to your interview. Remember to print off the confirmation screen that contains a barcode. You may have to pay your visa application fee before your interview. Generally, the fee is $160. Visit the usembassy.gov website to find out how to pay your fee. The exact process varies by location, so visit the nearest embassy or consulate’s website and read what you must do next. Generally, only people aged 14 to 79 need to attend an interview. You can check the appointment wait times at the State Department website. Your passport must be valid for six months past the date you intend to stay in the U.S. For example, if your visit ends June 12, then your passport should be valid until at least December 12. There are many exceptions, depending on your country. You can see a list of countries exempted from this requirement on the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ten a mano una foto reciente. Completa el formulario de solicitud en línea. Paga la tasa. Programa una entrevista. Renueva tu pasaporte si es necesario.


You need to taper off gradually, not just immediately stop breastfeeding. Based on how long you have determined you have and then number of feedings you give your child per day, you will be able to figure out how to best wean your baby. It’s important to start slowly, both for you and the baby. He needs to get used to not breastfeeding, and your body needs to let down from producing milk. Weaning can be very tough for both the mother and the baby — be mentally ready for a challenge. The easiest way to start moving your baby away from being dependent upon breastfeeding is to move her onto drinking formula from a bottle. Babies should not drink milk until they are a year old — then you can let them drink milk from a bottle as well. You can also try replacing breast feeding with formula in a cup if your baby seems ready. There are many options of cups meant for babies over six months old.  Replace one of the feedings per day with a bottle. Start with her least favorite feeding. After a few days or longer, replace another feeding with a bottle feed. Continue replacing bottles for times you typically breastfeed. Babies can smell milk and understand when you’re near. Get someone else to do the feeding when you can.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina un horario de destete. Comienza a reemplazar la lactancia materna con el biberón. No te quedes en la habitación para la alimentación con el biberón.


You need to think carefully to determine why you feel the need to start a new life. There are many valid reasons why you might do so, but there are also reasons that aren’t so helpful.  For example, if you’re a new empty-nester facing life without kids in your house for the first time in decades, you might appropriately think it’s time to start a new stage of your life: You aren’t a primary caretaker for your children anymore and can reframe your life to focus more on you. On the other hand, using a life change to escape unpleasant feelings isn’t a good idea, since this avoidance doesn’t address the real issues you may be having. Emotions tend to follow you wherever you go. You have to deal with them before you can start a truly fresh life. Major life events, such as getting married,a death in the family, a loss of a relationship or job, graduating high school or college, or a change in your financial or health status, moving to a new place, or becoming pregnant, can have a profound effect on your emotions. Some of these may make you happier, while others can trigger stress, depression and/or anxiety. If you have just experienced a major life event, keep in mind that your judgment may not be functioning at its best, and consider waiting to make any major decisions intended to turn your life around. If you have just experienced a major loss, allow yourself time to grieve it. Mourning is a necessary process of examining and processing your feelings of grief and adjusting to life after your loss. You don’t have to feel rushed into changes or pressured to “get over it” right away. To make sure that starting your new life is as effective as you hope, think about your past patterns. You want to make sure that you’re making this change from the right motivations, not as a way to run from your past. Running away from problems doesn’t ultimately fix them.  For example, do you have a habit of trying to “move past” or escape adversity as soon as it comes up? Research suggests that the necessary process of growth comes...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina tu motivación. Determina si has experimentado recientemente algún evento importante en tu vida. Examina tu pasado. Examina tus valores. Decide qué tan grande quieres que sea tu cambio. Prueba el ejercicio del “mejor yo posible”. Fíjate metas.


You need to understand the basic eligibility requirements before you begin the process of applying for Social Security retirement benefits. You must be at least 61 years and 9 months old to apply for retirement benefits, you must not be currently receiving benefits on your Social Security record, and you can't have already applied for Social Security retirement benefits.  Apply for retirement benefits approximately four months before you want to start receiving them. For instance, if you want to receive benefits starting in January then you should start the process at least by October. If you want to apply for benefits that will start more than four months in the future, your claim will not be able to be processed. It is highly recommended that you evaluate the level of benefits that you are likely to receive when you apply for Social Security before you begin the process. You can check your anticipated Social Security retirement benefits online at any time by going to the SSA website at: http://www.ssa.gov/planners/benefitcalculators.html.  These online calculators can give you a clear picture of your financial future and help inform your decision about when to collect Social Security and how to secure your future. The "Retirement Estimator" will provide you with a personal estimate of how much your benefits will be, depending on when you retire. The main decision you need to make with regards to your retirement benefits is when to apply. As you are eligible to apply anytime between 62 and 70 years old, you need to weigh the pros and cons for your particular situation. Generally, whenever you choose to retire, the benefits you receive will be about the same over your lifetime.  If you retire earlier, the monthly amounts will necessarily be a little smaller in order to cover the longer period in which you are collecting them. As such, if you collect later, the monthly amounts will be greater, but the duration of the payments will be shorter.  For example, if your full retirement age is 66 and you were to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Infórmate sobre los requisitos para calificar. Revisa en línea para determinar cuánto podrías cobrar. Determina a qué edad es más apropiado solicitar los beneficios. Solicita los beneficios de Medicare a los 65 años.


You need to visit your dentist at least twice a year for routine treatment. If you need additional care due to biting issues, you’ll want to make more frequent appointments. Some people are particularly at risk for mouth injuries, such as those with sharp teeth or those who have lots of cavities that might cause fractures and leave sharp edges, so your dentist can suggest possible solutions. For example, if your teeth are not aligned properly, you might find yourself biting your tongue repeatedly. Your dentist or an orthodontist will be able to offer preventative suggestions. Make sure that your dentures fit snugly against your gums and do not move overly much. Your dentures should not have sharp edges. See your dentist to make sure your dentures fit correctly if you are suffering from biting injuries. If you wear orthodontic appliances, make sure that they fit in your mouth without too much movement. Ask your orthodontist about the level of movement that you should anticipate. This will help you to make corrections and avoid biting your tongue. Also, place a small ball of wax over any sharp brackets that may puncture your tongue. If you play a sport where you mouth could be at risk, wear a mouth guard and/or a helmet. These devices will stabilize your jaw in the event of an impact and lessen the possibility of tongue biting or other injuries. If you have epilepsy, provide careful instructions for those around you. Placing an item in your mouth during a seizure may do more harm than good and may lead to biting injuries. Instead, they should call for assistance and roll you onto your side until help arrives.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Visita a un dentista. Comprueba el ajuste de tu dentadura postiza. Evita la irritación que producen los aparatos de ortodoncia. Usa equipo de protección. Controla la epilepsia de manera segura.


You need to wash and dry your face before applying foundation. If your skin is dry, apply moisturizer prior to putting foundation on. If your skin is oily, try using a face priming gel to prep your face for the foundation. Before every application you need to shake the foundation bottle well. The colors of liquid foundation can slightly separate and create an uneven tone if not mixed before applying. Start in the center of your face and blend the foundation out and up. Continue applying until your entire face is covered and evenly blended. If you are using two different colors of foundation on your face, apply the lighter tone first, then apply the darker tone, and then use the brush to blend them together where they meet.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comienza con la cara limpia y humectada. Sacude la botella de la base. Aplica la base comenzando en el centro de la cara.


You need your name, job title, and company. You also need contact information, such as your email and phone number. Finally, you need location information, such as your website. If it's essential, include an address as well. Keep any other text off of it so you're not cluttering it up too much.  It's also a good idea to make the cardstock white. That way, people can easily add notes to it.  Make the font legible and at least 12 point so people can read what's on them without difficulty. One way to make your card memorable is to add your face to it. That way, when people look at it, they make the connection between your business and your face. In addition, it will likely help them remember meeting you.  Make sure the photo is professional and in good taste. You should be in professional clothing and have a professional background. In addition, the photo should be a head shot, so the contact can easily recognize who it is in the picture. One way to ensure people keep your cards is to print something useful on them. Usually, you print it on the back, so it's out of the way of the main information. That way, people who get them will want to hang onto them.  For instance, you can add a calendar to the back or common conversions. You could even print tiny rulers on the back so they can be used for measurements. QR codes can be helpful to include on the back of a business card. A QR code is something that can be scanned with a phone that automatically takes the person to a website or social media page.  While not everyone understands QR codes, it can make it easier for some people to get to your page. You can use an online generator to make a QR code for your website. Be sure to test with a scanning app on your phone first to make sure it works. Many apps are making it easier to share information digitally. While these apps are still in progress, you can use them to easily pass information to new contacts. The downside is they need to have the app, too. Some apps to consider are Zap, Bizz Card, and Haystack.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mantén la sencillez. Agrégale una fotografía. Haz que las tarjetas sean útiles. Haz que sean útiles para ti. Ten en cuenta los medios digitales.


You now have a very glam egg for Easter. The glitter egg is now ready for displaying.

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You only get one chance to make a first impression and it is important to make it count! When you are meeting someone new, make sure that you do everything you can to make a great first impression. This will help you to stand out.  For example, if you are meeting someone for a first date, make sure that you have practiced your entrance, introduction, and anything else that might come up in the first few minutes of meeting the person. Try telling a joke, wearing a flashy new outfit, or picking an interesting place to meet the person. . Listening can also help you to stand out since not everyone possesses this important skill. Develop your listening skills and practice them whenever you get a chance.  For example, you can practice good listening skills when your teacher is explaining the daily homework, when your best friend tells you about their day, or when your boss is describing a special project. To be a good listener, make eye contact and nod to show you are paying attention, rephrase what the person says to show them that you understood them, and ask questions to show your interest in what they are saying. Kindness is not a trait everyone possesses either, so showing kindness to everyone can also help you to stand out. Be nice to everyone you meet or interact with even if you have nothing to gain by being nice to them. For example, if there is a new student in your class, invite them to have lunch with you. If your office has just hired an intern for the summer, then let them know you are available if they have any questions. While you may not always want to voice an opinion on divisive issues, staying focused on your opinion while listening to other people can help you to stay true to yourself. By maintaining your stance, you may also avoid giving in to requests and ideas that you are against.  For example, if you have a strong opinion on who should win the next presidential election, then you might keep this idea in mind any time you are involved in a conversation where people are discussing the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Da una buena primera impresión. Sé un buen oyente Sé amable con todos. Ten siempre presentes tus posturas en cuanto a los asuntos importantes. Enorgullécete de tu apariencia Párate derecho. Establece contacto visual Sonríe


You only give subcutaneous fluids while you are trying to slow down your dog's vomiting. Once your dog is able to keep fluids down, you can use an electrolyte-infused drink, such as Pedialyte, to help your dog get hydrated. These syringes have a stronger, wider tip, so they make it easier to give your dog fluids. You will not put a needle on the end to provide oral fluids. Use the syringe to draw up fluids. Stick the syringe in the bottle, and pull back the plunger to the appropriate line. Give 2 to 4 cubic centimeters for each pound your dog weighs per hour. Your dog will likely be weak from parvo, anyway. However, if your dog fights, you will need to hold your dog or have someone hold him for you while you give him oral fluids.  Try bracing the dog against your body so that he can't move around as much.  Hold him with one arm while you give him the liquid with the other. Start by inserting a finger into the mouth between the cheek and the teeth. Push the syringe gently in. The jaw does not have to be open. Push the plunger down, releasing the liquid into the mouth. The liquid should drain through the teeth. It may be tempting to lift your dog's chin to help the liquid drain to the back of the throat. However, doing so can make your dog breathe in the liquid, causing aspiration. Keep an eye on your dog after giving him liquids. If your dog throws it up, wait until later to try giving oral fluids again.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Adminístrale líquidos orales. Emplea una jeringa de punta de catéter. Llena la jeringa con líquidos. Sujeta a tu perro. Introduce la jeringa en la boca de tu perro. Evita inclinar la cabeza de tu perro hacia atrás. Presta atención a los vómitos.