Article in English: Once you shut off your bedroom light and your cat settles into your bed, you may think you can both drift off to sleep. But cats can be skittish at night, even after a long play session before bed, and may playfully swat your face, sit on your head, or meow to get attention. It’s important that you reinforce your status as the pet owner by correcting your cat after this behavior. This might mean sending your cat to the other side of the bed by saying “no” and moving your cat away from you. Or, you can send your cat to the corner by placing its carrier (or a preferred sleeping box or cat bed) in the corner of the bedroom. If the cat starts to act up when you are in bed, say “no” and point to the carrier. Continue to point until it goes into the carrier for a time out. If your cat wakes you up at any time, including the morning, do not feed it, play with it, or react in any way — not even by yelling at it or shutting it out. These responses teach your cat that waking you up is a successful way to get your attention. Instead, get out of bed when you want to, and spend at least fifteen minutes on other activities before giving your cat any food or attention. You may need to put a pillow over your ears through a few meow-filled mornings, but most cats will lose the habit if you stay firm. An automatic feeder is an excellent solution to this problem, especially if the cat's accustomed to breakfast as soon as you get up. You can set it to dispense food at the time of the morning meal, or divide it into two or three smaller meals throughout the night if your cat begs for food in the night. If your cat keeps you awake by running or meowing at night, start looking for a solution immediately. If this behavior appears suddenly, take your cat to a vet to check for medical issues. Even if you think the cat is healthy, a quick response is important to prevent the bad habit from becoming permanent.A kitten that races around during the night needs more play during the day, ideally with another kitten. If your new kitten meows...

Summary in Portuguese:

Corrija comportamentos negativos na cama. Não o recompense por acordá-lo. Lide com comportamentos incansáveis e barulhentos. Se os miados não pararem, leve-o ao veterinário.


Article in English: Once you start making your bun, it will be difficult to open boxes and drawers. Keep a bunch of bobby pins handy, and your hair tie around your wrist. Try to use a hair tie that matches your hair color. You can find them in black, dark brown, and light brown/beige. If you have red hair, use either a dark brown or purple hair tie, depending on how colored/dark your hair is. You can leave your bun as is, or you make it messier. To do this, gently pull on each side of the bun until you get the fluffiness you want. You can also move the loose ends around so that they face different directions. Take a loose strand, and wrap it around the base of your bun a few times, then pin it in place with a bobby pin. If you can still see the hair tie, repeat this step with another loose strand.

Summary in Portuguese:

Comece com o cabelo seco e deixe todos os materiais à mão. Dê um toque especial no coque, se necessário. Considere usar os fios soltos pra esconder o elástico.


Article in English: Once you take the skillet out of the oven, you need to keep the heat going. Make sure the burner is hot before you take the skillet out. Set the skillet on the burner to ready it for the steak. Let it sear for 30 seconds on one side. Flip the steak, and sear it for 30 seconds on the other side. If the steak is especially thick, make sure to turn it on an edge with tongues for 30 seconds, too, so you sear the extra fat there. . Once you've seared both sides, the steak goes back in the oven. Turn the oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius). For a thick steak, you'll need about 2 minutes on each side for medium rare. Cook it for an extra minute on each side of you want medium. You're aiming for 110 degrees Fahrenheit (43 degrees Celsius) for rare or 130 degrees Fahrenheit (54 degrees Celsius) for medium, which you can check using a meat thermometer. After you pull the steak out of the oven, take it out of the pan. Give it a light cover of foil, and let it sit for 2 to 5 minutes. After the resting period, cut into the steak, and serve it.

Summary in Portuguese:

Coloque a frigideira em fogo alto. Doure o filé de costela. Termine de preparar a carne no forno. Deixe o filé descansar.


Article in English: Once you're done with your eyes, return to your eyebrows. You should use a corner brush to gently highlight your eyebrows with the lightest shade of eye shadow.  Draw a line running underneath each eyebrow. Then, gently pat the eye shadow into your skin using your fingers to blend. You can use a lighter shade if you don't want to use the same eye shadow you used on your eyes. However, make sure to avoid anything shimmery. This will not look natural and can be distracting. A light amount of liquid eyeliner is all you need for a nude look. Work with one eye at a time. Close your eye and draw a thin line across the upper lash line. Go slowly, to avoid smudging the eye liner. It can be difficult to remove smudged eyeliner without removing some of your eyeshadow. It can help to apply a dark shade of eye shadow, such as black, to a corner brush. Then, gently draw a line with eye shadow along your lash line. This can help guide you as you apply your eyeliner. As with eyeliner, a small amount of mascara is all that's necessary for a nude look. All you need to do is apply your regular mascara, using the brush that came in the tube.  Go slowly when applying mascara. You don't want to accidentally get mascara on your eyelid or upper brow bone. If you want to use an eyelash curler, this can make your eyelashes look more distinct. However, if you're going for a more natural look, this may look a little too bold.

Summary in Portuguese:

Retoque as sobrancelhas. Passe um delineador. Aplique o rímel.


Article in English: Once you're fully comfortable practicing nudism in the comfort of your own room, you can take it to the next level. If you just want to do it in your room, then chances are it's because you live with roommates or family members who may not be super understanding of your lifestyle. If that's the case, then either you talk to them about it or see how they react (the harder option), or just start exploring other rooms in the house when you know nobody is home.  Start by just going in the buff from your room to the bathroom before and after a shower. Then, try going to another room naked, even if only for a few minutes. When you know no one will be home for a few hours, you can shut the blinds, and have fun hanging out all over the house in the buff. Just make sure to have a back up plan in case people come home earlier than you expected (if you really care about explaining why you're watching TV in the buff.) You can always keep a towel around to cover yourself up and say you were just getting into the shower. However, if you really believe in nudism, then you don't want to be sneaking around forever, do you? Once you've mastered being nude at home, you can take it a step further. If you live in a relatively secluded area, or near one, then see how good it feels to get nude in your backyard, in the woods behind your house, or even on a deserted beach nearby. Just be prepared for the reactions of people who may see you and could get the wrong impression, and try to do it in a place that is as isolated as possible. For example, you can go on a little hike into a deserted wooded area or swim out to a secluded part of a lake, and then go commando. See how it feels to be so close to the elements. Is this something you'd like to do more long term, and without feeling like you're sneaking around? If you've liked the freedom and liberation you've felt from going in the nude, then you may want to have a conversation with your loved ones about it. Talk to your best friend, your significant other, or even your parents, if...

Summary in Portuguese:

Um cômodo por vez. Explore. Fale sobre isso com as pessoas mais próximas. Conheça pessoas que pensem de maneira parecida. Considere “férias das roupas”. Se você não estiver confortável, guarde tudo para si mesmo.


Article in English: Once you've achieved consistent accuracy and power shooting from the center, try placing the cue ball nearer one fo the side cushions. Give yourself about 2–3 inches (5–7.5 cm) of space, or however much room you need to shoot comfortably. Most professional players start near this area when breaking in tournaments. Some tournaments may require you to begin within a certain area closer to the center, due to the dominance of this technique. Professional players manage to pocket a ball on the break a majority of the time. One way to accomplish this is to strike the one ball, at the nearest tip of the diamond, and get it to rebound off the rest of the diamond and into the side pocket. Try starting from near the left cushion and aiming to put the one ball in the right side pocket, or vice versa. Some players do not like this technique, since it can be hard to control the two and three balls which you'll need to hit next. Consider it good practice for pocketing a ball on the break, and decide whether to continue using it once you are more experienced. The two balls on the shorter tips of the diamond, or "wing balls," can sometimes be hit into the corner pockets, although don't expect to get both at once! This technique will likely require a fair amount of practice. Begin by placing the cue ball near the left side cushion, and aim at the center of the one ball. Watch the wing ball near the left cushion and see where it ends up. If it drifts toward the end cushion, set up the rack again and aim slightly more to the right. If the wing ball hits the left side cushion instead, aim to the left next time. Once you've found a spot that consistently gets the wing ball near or in the corner pocket, practice the shot repeatedly to make it more consistent. Once you can consistently hit the spot you are aiming for, and rarely scratch or foul on the break, start thinking about positioning after the break. With enough control, and potentially by adding spin to the cue ball, you can get the cue ball to end up near the center line...

Summary in Portuguese:

Coloque a bola perto de uma das bordas laterais. Pratique encaçapar a bola um na caçapa lateral. Pratique colocar uma das bolas laterais nas caçapas do canto. Pense sobre onde a bola branca e a bola um irão parar. Encontre o sweet spot (melhor ponto) de uma mesa nova.


Article in English: Once you've completed high school or gotten your GED and have been accepted into a college or university, you can enroll as a student. Pell grants are mainly for undergrads, but certain students (namely those in teaching programs) qualify for them at the master's level. It doesn't matter whether you're full-time, part-time, or even less than part time! Though the amount of money will decrease with fewer credit hours being taken, you'll still qualify. This is just part of growing up as an American male. You have to register for the Selected Service at some point between the ages of 18 and 25. If you want federal aid, that time is now! (Just have your SSN at the ready.) As with anything that's even semi up-to-date, you can do it online. While women are more than welcome into combat positions nowadays, they are still exempt from having to sign up. Legal aliens, on the other hand, are not exempt, and too must register. In order to fill out the FAFSA, you'll need documentation that you're a US citizen or otherwise eligible. You'll need a valid Social Security number unless you're from the Marshall Islands, Palau, or Micronesia. If you are not a US citizen, you will need a green card, an arrival-departure record, battered immigrant status, OR a T-Visa (or a parent with a T-1 Visa). When you file the FAFSA, little government elves go to work, calculating your expected family contribution, or EFC. That number is subtracted from the cost of attendance,  and after a few other considerations (dependent status, etc.), your EFC is determined. If your number is greater than $5,081 (for 2013-14), you do not qualify for a Pell grant.  Households that make less than $24,000 will have an EFC of zero. For more information on the EFC and how its calculated, the Department of Education has formula guides online.  You won't really know what your EFC is until you try -- so even if you think you or your family's income is too high, apply anyway! No harm, no foul. Generally, families that make up  to $50,000 or so qualify.

Summary in Portuguese:

Matricule-se em uma universidade. Para os homens, registre-se no Serviço de Seleção. Prove que você é um cidadão (nascido nos EUA ou legalizado). Verifique as exigências financeiras.


Article in English: Once you've determine the size of your plugs, gather the tools and supplies you need. You just need a few things to change your spark plugs. Get a socket wrench with a spark plug socket extension that's the right size for your plugs, as well as a new set of spark plugs.  In the past, a gapping tool was always required to fit the plugs properly, but modern spark plugs now come pre-gapped.  However, spark plug gaps may still be set incorrectly (even if preset). You should always check and set the gaps to be sure. Having compressed air, a rag, and rubbing alcohol on hand can help the job go more smoothly. If you want to make sure the plugs unscrew easily next time you need to replace them have a bottle of anti-seize on hand to apply a light coat over the threads of the plug before screwing it on.

Summary in Portuguese:

Junte as ferramentas e peças necessárias.


Article in English: Once you've done the training and feel that you're ready to begin racing, look around for suitable races to enter. Pay any necessary fees and make transportation arrangements in advance. It's important to change your training style in the two weeks prior to the race, as you focus on the race itself rather than your standard training. Here are some things to keep in mind in relation to specific race preparation:  If it's possible, try to run the circuit as a practice run before the event; knowing the race well is an important part of not being surprised and of knowing where you'll hit your pain barrier or meet other challenges. If it's too far away, run equivalent courses in your own area to get yourself ready. In addition, learn all that you can about the course. Check out the enrollment material, look at the relevant websites, and ask questions of other runners on cross country running forums. Taper off the training in the last two weeks. In the penultimate week, only do two hard runs. Focus on high quality running. In the last week, only do one hard run, about 3 to 4 days before the actual race.  Having lots of recovery periods in the lead-up to the race is extremely important. The day before the race should be an easy training day (running too hard will cause your legs to be too sore) and be sure to have at least 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep the night before the race. You've done your race preparation and you're ready to prove something to yourself. Keep in mind that the event is a culmination of all your hard work and  Prepare a snack bag and your water needs. Bring a banana to eat after a workout or race. The sugar in the banana will be quickly absorbed by your body, restoring your energy. Also, the potassium found in bananas will help prevent cramps. Turn up at least an hour before the race. This is even more important if you don't know the area, as you'll want to spend some time familiarizing yourself with the terrain and rules, etc., as well as signing in and meeting officials. Warm up. Do this at...

Summary in Portuguese:

Inscreva-se em uma competição. Faça os ajustes necessários no seu treino antes da competição. Chegue cedo no local da competição. Comece em um ritmo adequado. Tire proveito máximo de todas as suas habilidades na competição.


Article in English: Once you've eliminated the potential for making a mess of your immediate environment, your next focus should be on keeping yourself clean. Whether you've made it to a bathroom, found a trash can, or stepped outside to a safe outdoor environment, you'll want to prepare yourself as best you can for what's about to happen.  If you have long hair, tie it back, tuck it behind your ears, or hold it in place behind your head. Vomit in your hair will quickly ruin your night and make an absolute mess.  Remove any long, dangling necklaces, or at least tuck them into your shirt. This could create a similar complication as long hair. Try to direct the stream of vomit away from your shoes, pants, and hands (if you're on all fours). Aim slightly ahead of where you're standing/sitting/crawling. If indoors, keep your head above the toilet or trash can. Try to lower your head enough that no vomit will splatter outside the container you're vomiting into. If you're sick in bed, keep a trash can and a stack of towels next to the bed. That way, if you can't reach the trash can or make it to the toilet, you can put down a towel to vomit onto/into. The towel can easily be washed, and it will be much easier to clean up than if you threw up in your bed or on the carpet. After vomiting, you will probably feel sick and a little disgusted. This is normal, as vomiting can be extremely stressful on the body and leaves a revolting aftertaste in the mouth and throat. Even if you managed to complete the actual process of vomiting without making a mess, you'll want to clean yourself up after throwing up to feel better and cleaner.  Brush your teeth, or at the very least rinse your mouth out. Using mouthwash is best, but in a pinch even water will help.  Splash some clean, cold water on your face, and wash away any residual vomit that may have clung to your lips, chin, or facial hair. Suck on a breath mint or chew gum to ensure that your breath does not smell.  Wash your hands with soap and water. No matter what the cause of your vomiting was,...

Summary in Portuguese:

Tente não se sujar. Limpe-se. Reidrate-se.


Article in English: Once you've mastered the trampoline and block, it's time to transition down to the floor. You’ll be combining the “punch jump” and rotations you’ve now perfected to do this safely and effectively. To start the flip, you should run forward as you keep your body as straight up as possible. Run fast enough that you get enough momentum to really jump up high. As you get close to the jump, lift your arms into the air with your head held high. You will do a small jump before you jump into your flip. Jump forward as you keep your arms lifted over you head and your legs closed. Continue looking forward with your head straight and do not bend your head. This will cause you to bend your back, which can mess up your flip. Keep your abs contracted. Jump into the air from the balls of your feet with your arms extended overhead. Don’t bend your knees to jump. Keep your body straight and reach as high as possible to gain height for your flip. Bending your knees or bending your body down at the wrong time can mess up this flip. When you are in air, tuck your knees to your chest to make yourself into a ball. Grab your shins as you move into the rotation for the flip forward. Once you feel your body complete the rotation, let go of your shins to stop flipping. You don’t have to hold on to your shins for very long to get a front flip. Holding on for too long can cause you to start another flip, which at this point will cause you to mess up. As you complete the flip rotation, extend your legs down so you can land on your feet in a stuck position. This means that you shouldn’t bounce or have an extra step after you’ve landed. As you land, bend your knees slightly but try to keep your body as straight as possible. Be aware that a front flip requires a blind landing. You won’t be able to see the floor before your feet touch it. But don’t worry! Keep your knees bent and your body straight and trust that you’re coming back down for a good landing.

Summary in Portuguese:

Faça um salto mortal no piso de solo da academia. Corra para frente. Faça um pré-salto. Pule o mais alto que puder. Segure a canela durante o salto. Solte as canelas no fim da rotação. Aterrisse com os pés.


Article in English: Once you've turned off the tap, squeeze as much water out of your brush as you can (while still being gentle to your brush just like before). Spike up the bristles, so they are all going in the correct direction.  Leave the brushes in a glass or container, and let them stand upright with the bristles in the air (make sure no soap is still on them before you do so), and then leave them overnight or for however long it takes them to dry. Don't put them into cases or let them dry while they are pressed against something as it will bend the shape of the bristles, so air drying is the best. By standing them upright, the water drains down and away, and they can form to their natural shape. Once dry, just flick the bristles a little to soften them up. You could roll a dish towel like you would a yoga mat, and drape a paper towel over it so that most of the paper towel hangs off (the paper towel should look like a slide coming down from the dish towel). Next, arrange the brush so the top of the handle sits on top of the towel, pitching the rest of the brush down onto the paper towel. This will allow your brushes to dry on a slant. You could also dry your brushes by either lying them flat on a clean towel or microfiber cloth to dry or, optionally, hanging them straight down from a clothes hanger with clothespins gripping the ends of the handles. You want to take steps that will reduce harm to the brushes while you clean them.  Never rinse your brushes in hot water; it will loosen the glue holding the bristles in place and cause them to shed. Never lay brushes to dry with the bristles higher than the handle. Water will run back into the barrel (the metal casing connecting the bristles to the handle) and loosen the glue holding the bristles. For double-ended brushes, lay perfectly flat to dry. For specialty applicators, use specialized cleaners suggested by the manufacturer to preserve the quality of the material.

Summary in Portuguese:

Seque os pinceis ao ar livre. Evite qualquer coisa que possa danificar os seus pinceis.


Article in English: Once you've visited Saffron City for the first time, the easiest way to get there in the future by far is to fly there. All you need is a Pokémon that knows the Fly move (HM02) and you can reach Saffron City basically instantly from most parts of Kanto. To fly to Saffron City, select a flying-type Pokémon in the Pokémon menu who knows Fly, then select "Fly" from the menu and select Saffron City on the map. Saffron is the city at the Center of the "cross" on the east side of the map. If you don't have a Pokémon who knows Fly in your party or you're looking for a little extra experience, you may want to walk to Saffron City. There a number of different ways to do this since Saffron is centrally located between four different towns. Below are brief directions for reaching Saffron City from each direction:  From the north: Starting in Cerulean City, head south through Route Five. Note that the northern end of the Underground Path exits into Route Five.  From the south: Starting in Vermillion City, head north through the winding path of Route Six. Note that the southern end of the Underground Path exits into Route Six.  From the east: Starting in Lavender Town, head west, following the road through Route Eight. Note that the end of the Underground Path exits into Route Eight.  From the west: Use Route Seven as described in the section above. If you don't have a Pokémon who knows Fly in your party and you just want to Get to Saffron City as quick as possible, using the Bike is probably your best bet. With the bike, you can use any of the land routes listed above — you'll just be able to move through them faster. To get the bike, you must take the Bike Voucher (obtained from the Pokémon Fan Club in Vermillion City) to the bicycle shop in Cerulean City. Normally, the bike is 1,000,000 Pokémon dollars — one more than you can ever obtain in the game.

Summary in Portuguese:

Voe para Saffron City. Ande até Saffron City. Pedale até Saffron City.


Article in English: Once you've washed and rinsed the wheels, make sure to dry them off well, using a dry towel or rag. That way, you pick up any grease left on the rim so that it won't attach itself to the microfiber cloth in next stage. Usually, you'll spray on a spray wax, such as Final Finish. This finish has wax, of course, but it also contains other additives. The additives are important because they help the finish stay on the wheels for longer than just plain wax. Alternatively, you can use a rub-on wax. Either way, consider using a black wax to keep the wax from leaving white streaks on your black wheels. In fact, if your wheels are a clear gloss painted surface, you can use a black wax like you would use on your car. However, it's best to only use a black wax if your rims are glossy, not matte. If you're using a spray-on wax, be sure to use a piece of cardboard or paper to shield the brake pad from the wax, then spray on the wax. For a rub-on wax, use a clean microfiber cloth to rub the wax in.  For both kinds of wax, smear it on first, making sure you get it all over the wheel, as well as in all the crevices. Then, with a clean side of the microfiber cloth, buff out any smears, making it shiny.  However, if you're using black spreadable wax on glossy wheels, try to avoid getting it in the crevices. Just use an applicator sponge to rub it gently over the surface of the wheel, making sure to get a solid coat.

Summary in Portuguese:

Seque-as bem. Escolha um acabamento. Aplique a cera.


Article in English: Once you've washed the oily allergen off of your skin, you should apply a product to relieve itching and help dry up the rash quickly. You can purchase calamine lotion and over-the-counter (OTC) hydrocortisone cream at a drugstore or pharmacy. Calamine will dry up any oozing or weeping coming from your poison ivy rash. Hydrocortisone relieves redness, swelling, and itching caused by poison ivy. You can purchase calamine lotion and over-the-counter (OTC) hydrocortisone cream at a drugstore or pharmacy. Try OTC antihistamines like brompheniramine, cetirizine, chlorpheniramine or diphenhydramine. These can help block the allergen that's causing your reaction to poison ivy. You may want to take diphenhydramine at night since it can make you drowsy and use loratadine or cetirizine for during the day. Always follow the manufacturer's dosing instructions. It may be difficult to leave a poison ivy blister alone if the blister is large. To draw out the fluid in the blister and reduce the size of the blister, make an astringent paste. Combine baking soda with just enough water to make a paste and apply it directly to your rash or blisters. Or if your rash is large, add a cup of baking soda to a tub of cool water and soak in it for at least 30 minutes. For smaller rashes, dab some witch hazel or apple cider vinegar onto the rash. You can also soak a green or black tea bag in water and apply the tea bag directly to the rash. While the worst part of a poison ivy rash is the first few days, it will clear up within a few weeks. If the rash covers a large portion of your body or the itching is very severe (even after trying treatments), call your doctor. You may need prescription-strength oral steroids or antihistamines. You should also call your doctor if:  You have a temperature over 100.4°F (38°C) The rash is oozing pus or has soft yellow scabs The itching gets worse or prevents you from sleeping The rash doesn't seem to improve within a few weeks

Summary in Portuguese:

Aplique um produto para tratar a coceira. Tome um anti-histamínico. Faça um tratamento adstringente. Procure um médico.


Article in English: Once your beard is where you want it length-wise, weekly trimming is necessary. This will maintain the faded look and prevent your beard from growing longer than you want. You should always apply a shaving cream or gel during the shaving process. However, it can take some experimentation to find a gel that works for you and keeps your skin moisturized. Experiment with a variety of products from a local drugstore until you find one that works for you.  You can buy travel sized products so you don't end up with too much of a product you dislike. For sensitive skin, gels tend to work better than foams. Shaving can leave skin under your beard dried out. After a shave, apply a facial moisturizer to your face, targeting the skin under the beard especially.  It will take some experimentation to find the right moisturizer for you. Try buying a variety of travel-sized moisturizers so you try a small sample of a variety of moisturizers. Gel-based moisturizers tend to work best for very oily skin.

Summary in Portuguese:

Apare a barba uma vez por semana. Teste alguns produtos até que encontre um que seja bom para você. Hidrate após barbear.


Article in English: Once your broken foot is treated by a doctor, you should focus on staying off your foot as much as you can. Use crutches to get around and make sure you put your full weight on your arms, hands, shoulders, and the crutches, not on your foot. If you have a broken toe or toes, your broken toe may be taped to its neighboring toe to keep it from moving. You should put no weight on your broken toe and give it six to eight weeks to heal fully. Put your foot on a cushion in bed or on a high chair when sitting so it is higher than the rest of your body. This will help to keep the swelling down. Icing your foot can also reduce swelling, especially if it is in bandages, not a cast. Apply the ice for 10 minutes at a time, re-applying every hour for the first 10 – 12 hours of the injury. Your doctor should give you pain relievers or recommend over-the-counter pain relievers you can use to help manage the pain. Only take them as prescribed by your doctor or as specified on the label. Most foot fractures take six to eight weeks to heal. You should schedule a follow up exam with your doctor once you are able to start walking and putting weight on your foot. Your doctor may recommend you use a rigid and flat-bottomed shoe to help your foot heal properly.

Summary in Portuguese:

Fique sentado ou deitado o máximo que puder. Eleve o pé e aplique gelo para reduzir o inchaço. Tome analgésicos conforme receitado pelo médico. Agende uma consulta de retorno com o seu médico.


Article in English: Once your child is doing well and using the potty consistently you can bring them shopping to pick out some "big boy underpants" or "big girl underwear" together. They will feel so proud and grown up wearing them, it will make you smile! Let them wear the underwear at home, though you may want to continue using diapers or training pants at night or when you're on the go, as accidents will happen.  Cloth underwear will actually help your child with their training, as they will be able to tell when the underwear are wet—something which is not so easy with absorbent diapers. They will also be so pleased with their new underwear that they will be reluctant to get them wet, and therefore more diligent about keeping them dry! Getting the hang of using the potty or toilet at home is one thing, but strange, unfamiliar bathrooms can be intimidating to a child and they may refuse to use them. You can overcome this, and avoid putting your child back in diapers if you're trying to phase them out, by bringing the potty with you while travelling. Potties with removable seats are great for this, as you can pop them onto the seat of any toilet to recreate your child's comfort zone! Once your little boy has got the hang of peeing sitting down, it's time for him to master the art of doing it while standing up. Daddy can help with this one, by showing his little man how it's done. Just be aware that little boy's aim is not usually the greatest and you can expect some interesting attempts at making it into the bowl.  One great method some parents use for training their boys how to get their pee in the bowl is to put some Cheerios or Fruit Loops in the toilet bowl and tell their son to aim directly for them. This turns it into a fun game which appeals to most boys' mischievous side!  You can also purchase adhesive “targets” that can be stuck to the toilet bowl from online shops. Your potty training efforts will be undermined if your child is not being encouraged to use the potty by babysitters or child minders. Take the time to...

Summary in Portuguese:

Deixe seu filho escolher uma roupa íntima para "garotões" ou "garotonas". Leve o penico para a estrada. Ensine seu filho a fazer xixi em pé. Deixe as babás e professoras saberem. Quando seu filho estiver pronto, passe para o treino noturno.


Article in English: Once your child's skin is clean, dab an antibiotic cream onto the bug bite to help prevent it from getting infected. Choose a cream that has a pain reliever in it to minimize your child's discomfort. Allow the cream to soak into your child's skin so it can work. You can purchase an antibiotic cream with a pain reliever at your local drug store or online. An anti-itch cream with hydrocortisone, available over the counter without a prescription, can calm the bitten skin and promote healing. Squeeze out a pea-sized amount on your finger and dab it on and around the bitten area.  Look for a cream that specifically says on the packaging that it is made for kids, or ask a doctor or pharmacist if it's okay to use on your child. Apply the cream as often as 2 or 3 times a day until the skin is healed, after you've washed the area with mild soap and warm water. You can use a commercial icepack or similar cooling compress, but a single ice cube wrapped in a washcloth will do just as well. Hold it on the bitten skin for 10 to 15 minutes or until your child indicates that the bite no longer itches or hurts.  You may have difficulty getting a toddler to hold still for 10 to 15 minutes with an ice cube. If you have a first aid kit, you can use medical tape to secure the compress to the bite. For another option, distract the child with an activity that doesn't require them to move the part of their body where the bite is located. While they're engaged in that activity, you can hold the cold compress to their skin. If your child was stung by a bee, you may still be able to see the stinger sticking out of the center of the mark on your child's skin. Use a scraping motion to gently remove the stinger from your child's skin.  Wash your hands or use gloves to cover your fingernails before scraping the stinger off to avoid introducing bacteria to the area. Encourage your child to be very still while you're doing this. If you squeeze the tip of the stinger or embed part of it further into their skin, this could result in more of...

Summary in Portuguese:

Aplique um creme antibiótico e analgésico. Use uma pomada com corticosteroides para controlar a inflamação e a coceira. Alivie a coceira, o inchaço e a dor com uma compressa fria. Remova o ferrão, caso a criança tenha sido atacada por uma abelha. Cubra o local picado para evitar que a criança o coce. Dê um anti-histamínico para lidar com reações alérgicas leves. Alivie a dor com paracetamol ou ibuprofeno. Prepare um banho de aveia para aliviar a irritação na pele da criança. Procure um pediatra caso a picada fique infeccionada.


Article in English: Once your computer finishes restarting, you should be back at the login screen. It's a dial-shaped icon and arrow in the bottom-left corner of the screen. Since you replaced the Utility Manager app with Command Prompt, clicking this icon will open the Command Prompt window. Once Command Prompt opens, do the following:  Type in net user name /add making sure to replace "name" with a username of your choice. Press ↵ Enter. Type in net localgroup administrators name /add again replacing "name" with the name of the user you just created. Press ↵ Enter Click the Power icon, then click the Restart option. This will prompt your computer to restart. Click your new user's name, then click the Sign in button. Since you didn't create a password to go with your account, you won't need to enter one. Your account is new, so Windows 10 will need a few minutes to finish setting up your files and folders. Skip this step on Windows 7. Now that you're on an account which has admin privileges, you can use your computer's system services and programs without restrictions.

Summary in Portuguese:

Aguarde até que a tela de login seja carregada. Clique em "Gerenciador de utilitário". Crie um usuário novo. Reinicie o PC novamente. Selecione o usuário novo. Permita que o Windows configure a conta. Navegue pelo PC com privilégios administrativos.


Article in English: Once your flower has lost its flowers, use a pair of pruning shears to cut the flowering stem off the bulb. This helps prevent the bulb from using more energy than it needs to. Trim as close to the base of the bulb as you can. Keep the leaves on your tulips. These help store energy for the next season. After its blooming period, the leaves of your tulip will take about 6 weeks to yellow and die. In this time, the bulb is gathering the energy it needs from the sun in order to bloom in the next spring season. Once all the leaves have died, you can dig the bulb from the ground or pot.  Do not overwater the bulbs as the leaves die. An occasional rain is okay, but if the soil is too wet, the bulbs will start to rot. Loosen the soil around the bulb with a garden shovel and pull the bulb out of the ground. The leaves should be easy to remove by hand since they have died. Otherwise, use a pair of pruning shears or sharp scissors to cut off the leaves and the roots. Cut as close to the bulb as you can without damaging it. Wipe the outer layer of the bulbs with a dry paper towel. Remove any soil or worms that may be present. This also helps the bulbs dry faster. The outer layer of the bulb may be dying if it is browned or shows signs of rot, so gently rub it with the paper towel in order to remove it. Keep the bulbs in a dry place out of the sun for 2 days. Storing the tray inside your garage or a shaded area outside will work the best. If bulbs are stored in the sun or in moist conditions, the bulb will retain the moisture and develop rot. Sort through the bulbs you’ve collected and check for any discoloration that would suggest rot or disease. Tulip bulbs should look full and hard rather than being soft and shriveled. Small spots of rot may be removed with a sharp knife sterilized with household disinfectants, such as diluted bleach, rubbing alcohol, or white vinegar.

Summary in Portuguese:

Corte os caules do bulbo com tesouras de poda quando a flor morrer. Puxe os bulbos quando as folhas ficarem amarelas e morrerem. Remova as folhas e as raízes da base do bulbo. Remova a sujeira dos bulbos com um papel-toalha. Escolha um local fresco e seco para deixar os bulbos secarem por dois dias em uma bandeja. Descarte os bulbos descoloridos ou doentes.


Article in English: Once your paint is prepared, you should squirt a dab of paint onto a piece of cardboard next to the piece of paper that's being painted on. This will offer the painter easy access to the paint without having to dip into the bottle each time. Alternatively, you can unscrew the cap of the ketchup bottle and dip in the paintbrush directly. You should only dip in the tip. This will offer the painter the best-possible control when using the paint. Your homemade paint may be used in much the same way as a watercolour paint. Take the brush and paint in strokes. Because the paint is coloured only by food colouring, you should apply lots of paint in order to get a decent colour. Learning how to paint is a process that can take years by certain definitions. However, for the sake of simple homemade kid's paint, fun should be emphasized over technique. Although homemade paint will appear transparent at first, when it dries it will look more opaque. Give the paint at least a couple of hours to dry entirely. Microwaving the paint will make the ingredients in the paint settle and bring out some of the food colouring further. Put the artwork in the microwave for 3-5 seconds. Make sure not to put it in for much longer than that, as you may risk damaging or even burning the artwork. Homemade products can sometimes be as good as the real thing. In the case of non-toxic kid's paint, however, you won't get the same vibrant colours you could expect from store bought paint. Nonetheless, this won't stop the homemade concoction from being a lot of fun.

Summary in Portuguese:

Coloque tinta na paleta. Passe o pincel no papel. Deixe a tinta secar. Coloque a pintura no micro-ondas por alguns segundos. Veja se os resultados ficaram realistas.


Article in English: Once your parents or other family members are ready, don't be shy about asking them about anything you didn't know about your grandparent. Talk to them about where he or she grew up, what his or her job was like, what stories you may not have heard about him or her, or just any other details that spring to mind when your beloved grandparent comes up. Many grandchildren tend to think of their grandparents as kind old people instead of people with a rich history and background, especially if they lose them at a young age; having a sense of the whole person you lost can help you feel like you're more in control of the situation. If your parent is ready to talk about it, ask what it was like for him or her to grow up in a house with your grandparent, and what memories he or she can share from childhood. Though not all grandparents love to reminisce about their lives, many of them do love to share stories of their childhood, their work, their home city or country, or what the world was like, back in the day. Get together with your loved ones and see how many stories you remember hearing from your beloved grandparent. Writing them all down can help you get a sense of the whole person, and can give you something to treasure forever. You can even pass the notebook around, letting everyone write the story he or she remembers. Though it's impossible to get a full sense of the person you lost, you can find comfort in remembering these stories. Though your beloved grandparent may not have had a Facebook account that chronicled his or her life from birth until his or her final years, looking through a family album can help you find peace and to get a better understanding of the person your grandparent was. There may not be a million photographs available, so you should really linger over each and every photo and memory made by your grandparent. Go through the album with a family member, who can help provide some context, and take comfort in the fact that your grandparent lived a full and rich life.  If the photos aren't...

Summary in Portuguese:

Aprenda mais sobre seu avô. Escreva as histórias que seu avô costumava contar. Veja fotos da vida do seu avô. Valorize as lembranças que seu avô deu a você. Visite o túmulo do seu avô se você estiver pronto. Fale com outras pessoas que perderam seus avós.


Article in English: Once your rabbit reaches four to six months of age, you need have him neutered (or spayed if she is female). This will prevent any unwanted litters of rabbits, aggressive behavior, urine spraying, urinary tract infections, and uterine cancers. This is especially important for your rabbit because he is prone to uterine cancer. Yearly checkups for your Harlequin rabbit are recommended to keep him in top health. This is especially helpful so your rabbit can have his teeth checked. Even with ready access to chew toys, his teeth may grow too long. If his teeth are out of alignment or uneven, your vet may trim his teeth so the teeth won't cause him any pain or pierce his lip. Despite you taking care of your rabbit, he may still become ill. To help take care of him, you need to watch your rabbit closely in case he shows signs of sickness. If you notice any, you need to take him to the vet. These signs include:  Discharge from his nasal passage or eyes Drooling or unnecessary wetness around his mouth Reduction or loss of appetite and water drinking Skin redness, swelling, or fur loss Loss of mobility in his back legs Inability or avoidance of hopping Diarrhea Not going to the bathroom for at least a day Red or dark urine Running a temperature over 105 °F

Summary in Portuguese:

Castre o coelho. Submeta o coelho a check-ups regulares. Fique atento a sinais de doença.


Article in English: Once your roller is ready for use after sliding the roller cover onto the roller frame, attach it to an extension pole. The bottom of most rollers are able to screw onto the extension pole, making attaching it very simple. Dip the roller in paint, making sure to evenly cover all sides of the roller. Place the roller at the top of the wall and roll it gently down, painting the highest point of the wall and working your way to the bottom. Do this until the wall is entirely covered in an even paint layer. If your extension pole is long enough, you shouldn’t need to use the ladder at all. While all paints are different, most should be dry after 4 hours. The time it will take the paint to dry will depend largely on the type of paint and how thickly it was applied, so read your can of paint for a more specific drying time. To make the paint dry faster, turn on a fan or the air conditioning. Humidity or moisture in the air will make the paint dry more slowly, so close windows if it's humid or wet outside. Paint the second coat just like the first one, starting with your paint roller at the top of the wall and working your way down. Be thorough and methodical in your application of the paint to avoid missing any spots.  Just like the first coat, you shouldn't need to use the ladder if your extension pole is long enough. To get rid of paint fumes, open windows or doors.

Summary in Portuguese:

Coloque o rolo de pintura no extensor. Pinte a parede de cima para baixo. Deixe a tinta secar por algumas horas. Aplique a segunda camada de tinta.


Article in English: Once you’re settled on transportation, get a map and research your route. Copy any directions you need in order to stay on track. Locate possible places to stop along the way, avoiding tourist traps that burn through your funds. The cheapest gas stations tend to be right outside major cities and suburbs. Isolated gas stations out in the country charge much more, so avoid taking detours and fuel up when the time is right. Download a gas price phone app to help locate the cheapest gas while you travel. Search online for pricing estimates and addresses for hotels on your route. Motels and hostels tend to offer the best rates. Be careful of high prices in large cities, travel hubs, and isolated areas.  To save more money, try arranging stays through Airbnb or a couchsurfing website. Read and research these offers carefully to ensure they are legitimate and safe. You may also be able to find camping spots along your route. If you have a tent, this can be a great way to stretch your legs and save money. Unfortunately, you can’t bring your refrigerator, but you can bring snacks. Non-perishables such as peanut butter, chips, beef jerky, and bottled drinks mean less stopping on the road and spending money. You can also bring a cooler with ice to fill with supplies, if you have the space. If you do need to stop for food, stay away from pricey food at gas stations and restaurants. The cost adds up quickly.

Summary in Portuguese:

Planeje bem a sua rota antes de sair. Encontre os postos de combustível mais baratos no seu trajeto. Faça reservas de hotéis ao longo do seu trajeto. Faça lanches caseiros para economizar.


Article in English: Once you’re situated in a good place for stargazing with your wish on your mind, you’ve got to keep an eye out for a shooting star. Lay or sit comfortably and keep your eyes on the sky and think about your wish. Don’t stare at the sky for too long. Take a few breaks every half hour to let your eyes readjust to the dark. If you get lucky enough to see a shooting star, close your eyes before wishing. Then say, “Starlight, star bright,  first star I see tonight: I wish I may, I wish I might, have this wish I wish tonight.” This old rhyme is rumored to make your wish come true. If you tell someone your wish it’s less likely to come true. If you’re stargazing with a friend, say the wish in your head so that they won’t hear it. If you’re alone, you can say it aloud, but make sure that nobody else is around. If you get unlucky and can’t find a shooting star, look for the brightest star you can find and wish on that instead. While bright stars aren’t as legendary as shooting stars in granting wishes, it’s worth a shot. Wishes only come true if you believe in them! After you make your wish, keep thinking about it when you get home. The more positive energy you put into your wish, the more likely it is to come true.

Summary in Portuguese:

Procure uma estrela cadente. Feche os olhos quando estiver desejando. Não conte o que pediu para ninguém. Se não achar uma estrela cadente, escolha a mais brilhante do céu. Acredite em seu desejo.


Article in English: Once you’ve applied the foundation, you want to set it so your pores stay minimized all day. Use a powder puff to press and roll a translucent setting powder over your face. It will fill in any pores that your primer and foundation haven’t covered and keep your face from getting shiny. Loose powder typically works best for pressing and rolling into the skin. Pressed powder can look cakey. Even if you apply a setting powder, there may still be some shine or excess makeup on your face that emphasizes your pores. Minimize their appearance by pressing blotting papers over your face. They’ll soak up excess oil and emollients from the surface of your skin without disrupting your makeup. If you don’t have blotting papers, take a tissue and pull it apart so you have a single layer. Gently press it over your face to blot. When you’re happy with how your foundation looks, it’s a good idea to apply a setting spray. Not only will it lock your makeup in place all day, it will remove any powderiness or cakiness that might occur if you use too much foundation and powder.  To use the spray, hold the bottle out at arm’s length, and spritz it several times over your entire face. Different setting sprays are made for different skin types (oily, dry, or combination). Make sure you pick a setting spray that is right for your skin.

Summary in Portuguese:

Passe um pouco de pó. Seque o rosto com um lenço antibrilho. Borrife um fixador de maquiagem.


Article in English: Once you’ve been dealt all your cards, gather them up and inspect them, being careful to not let the others see. Add the numerical values of the cards in your hand to find their total. In Tonk, the numerical values are:  One point for aces. Ten points for all picture cards (the jack, queen, and king) The face value for numerical cards (for example, a two of hearts equals two points). If the cards in your hand add up to a total of 50 points, declare Tonk right away. This means you win the hand automatically without any further play. It also means that you win double the agreed-upon stakes per hand. However: It is possible that another player may also have 50 points and thus declare Tonk, too. In this case, no one wins, and the hand is over. If no player declares Tonk, have the dealer place the stack of undealt cards facedown on the table. This is your stockpile. Now flip the topmost card over. Set it facing upward right beside your stockpile. This is now the beginning of your discard pile. Have the player seated to the dealer’s left go first. Let them draw a single card from either the stockpile or the discard pile. Wait for them to discard either that same card or another one from their hand. Then have the player seated to their left do the same, and so on for the rest of the hand. Whenever a player discards, they must place the card face up on the discard pile, just like the card that started that pile, so the next player can see what it is. ” As you draw and discard cards, keep those that will form either a “book” or “run.” To make a “book,” collect three or more of the same card from each suit. To make a “run,” collect three or more sequential cards within one suit. Whenever you have enough cards to make either one, “spread” those cards out on the table immediately and hold onto the others in your hand.  An example of a book would be three kings of any suit. A run, on the other hand, would be something like the two, three, and four of spades. Once a spread is down on the table, use the cards that you draw...

Summary in Portuguese:

Conte o número de pontos na sua mão. Diga Tonk se tiver alcançado a quantidade de pontos necessária. Inaugure um monte de compra e um de descarte se não tiver um Tonk. Jogue o jogo em sentido horário a partir do responsável por dar as cartas. Crie “spreads”. Acrescente cartas aos spreads.


Article in English: Once you’ve established how difficult it is to lift the person, it’s time to employ some simple "mind over matter" tricks to increase your strength- or at least, increase the mystical nature of the game! This is also a good time for the leader to explain the concept behind the game.  The leader can be creative with the explanation. For example, the leader can explain that the person’s body will be overtaken by the spirit of a deceased person, turning corpse-like and levitating. Make it as creepy or funny as you’d like! Dimming the lights and adding candles can add to the supernatural quality of the trick. Hands should alternate so that each persons hands are separated by another persons. Press down on the liftee’s head- lightly, of course! The leader should tell the group that they are opening the liftee's body to supernatural influences with this step, and at this time the outside spirits are entering the body and making it light. Remove your hands from the stack and place them again under the liftee. ” You may have also heard the variation, “Light as a feather, strong as an ox.” Together, repeat this over and over again. The liftee should be perfectly still, with their eyes closed. As you chant, slowly start to lift. This time around, they should lift with ease. Then, slowly lower them back to the ground as you continue to recite the words. The leader should command the “spirits” to exit their body and voila- you’ve completed the trick!

Summary in Portuguese:

Preparem-se para tentar outra vez. Coloquem as mãos sobre a cabeça da pessoa que será levantada. Repitam em uníssono as palavras “Duro como uma pedra, leve como uma pluma”. Cantando, tirem a pessoa do chão.


Article in English: Once you’ve gained basic education or professional experience (or both!), you’ll need to determine what industry to focus on. Makeup artists who work in fashion are typically asked to employ their services at runway shows and fashion shoots.  You may be called upon to work fast in stressful environments, like cramped backstage areas at fashion shows or outdoors in inclement weather during shoots. In this field, looks are led by the editor, designer, or fashion photographers rather than the makeup artist. You’ll often work as part of a stylist and hair team to help prepare models. Most makeup artists are employed by the television and film industry, which offers a variety of opportunities in different styles of makeup. Applying makeup to a newscaster calls for a more natural look, while doing makeup on a sci-fi television show would require special effects work and a more imaginative style. Precision is important when working as a makeup artist in this industry. The crisper and clearer our television screens get, the easier it is to tell if someone’s makeup isn’t perfectly applied. Many makeup artists build a lucrative career from freelance projects, moving from gig to gig with their kit in hand. People often hire makeup artists when preparing for photo shoots of bridal and wedding parties, family reunions, or graduations. Use word-of-mouth to promote your talents. Ask friends and family to consider hiring you to do their makeup for weddings, parties, or other formal occasions Whether you want to land a full-time job with a particular company or work as a freelancer on a project-by-project basis, start marketing yourself to get the word out that you're looking for makeup artistry work. Social media channels like Instagram and YouTube are very important, as well as a personal blog or even a Pinterest page.

Summary in Portuguese:

Se você trabalha bem sob pressão, a indústria da moda é uma boa opção. Também dá para procurar trabalhos na TV e no cinema. Se precisa de uma agenda mais flexível, trabalhe como freelancer. Faça seu marketing através das redes sociais.


Article in English: Once you’ve generated content, it’s time to organize it so that your speech will flow nicely. A great way to do this is to make an outline. An outline is a way to organize content so that it goes in a logical order that a listener or reader can follow.  Your outline can be as detailed as you'd like. Your outline should contain spaces for an opening, the body of the speech, and a tight conclusion. An outline doesn’t contain the complete text of the speech. It simply has bullet points and summaries of each section. Speeches that start with a joke or a great witticism grab the audience’s attention right away. Particularly for a farewell speech, the audience might be expecting something very dry or heavy. Even if the occasion is a bit solemn, try to start with something fun. This will set a good tone and help get people listening for the rest of the speech.  An ice breaker might be some kind of inside joke or chant that everyone present would know about and be able to appreciate. If one of the anecdotes you wrote down is particularly funny or snappy, it could make a good opener as well. Sometimes a quote or inspirational message can work well as an opener, though you may want to save this for your closer. The body of your speech is when you get to share your anecdotes and summarize your time there, if appropriate. You can tell stories about specific people and experiences and also about more broad feelings you have about the people and the place.  When speaking generally or summarizing, remember to, “show, don’t tell.” This means that it’s usually stronger to be specific and give details or examples, rather than generalizing. An example of “show, don’t tell” is saying, “On my first day of work, I noticed that half of the office stayed an extra half hour after closing time to make sure the reports were done,” instead of, “Everyone here always works extra hard.” The way that you close your speech is likely to be something that people remember long after the speech is over. Decide if you want to end on a funny note...

Summary in Portuguese:

Faça um esboço. Comece quebrando o gelo. Escreva o corpo do texto. Conclua com uma citação ou frase de efeito.


Article in English: Once you’ve identified your feelings about the person, and you’ve figured out the moment that you felt that way, you need to dig more deeply into these feelings. Your mixed emotions may have several different causes. Understanding these causes will help you resolve your mixed feelings. For example, if you have low self-esteem, you may not feel worthy of this person and therefore you won’t let yourself commit to a relationship. A common reason why we have mixed emotions about someone is that this person reminds us of someone in our past. We may unconsciously assign certain qualities or expectations to a new person, based on our relationship and experience with the person in our past, in a process called “transference.” Your boss reminds you of your mean first-grade teacher, so you don’t like to follow your boss’ directions. Think about people in your life that made you feel a similar way as you feel now toward this new person. See if you can identify a similar pattern. Does this person treat you with respect? Is he abusive to you? When someone treats you nicely one minute and meanly the next, this can leave you confused with your own feelings. Think about how other people treat you. Do you get mixed feelings when another person treats you this way? Identifying your own feelings that may or may not be related to the other person is crucial for understanding how to deal with mixed feelings. Once you can separate your own feelings from the feelings that this person gives you, you might be able to identify your true emotions once and for all.

Summary in Portuguese:

Examine os próprios sentimentos. Pense sobre as pessoas que passaram por sua vida. Considere a maneira como a pessoa o trata. Seja honesto consigo mesmo.


Article in English: Once you’ve picked a cage that meets your criteria, run your hand around the inside of it before you buy it. Feel for any sharp edges or rough welds that might hurt your bird and make the cage harder to clean. If you find any trouble spots, select a different cage. You can improve your cockatoo’s personal hygiene with a birdbath. Try placing a bath pan or ceramic dish in the bottom of the cage. The pan or dish should be about 12 inches or 35 centimeters wide. Fill the birdbath with lukewarm water. Clean the birdbath daily. If you notice food or excrement in the bird bath, try to clean it up right away. Your cockatoo will need 1-2 perches mounted inside its cage. Each perch should be about ¾ inch or 2 centimeters in diameter. Place the perch away from food or water dishes to avoid contamination. Cockatoos need lots of mental stimulation. A great way to keep your cockatoo busy is with toys. Try hanging a puzzle toy in your cockatoo’s cage. You can also hang fabric toys that will encourage your cockatoo to use its beak. Some cages come with removable liners, making it easier to clean the cage. Consider buying a cage that includes a custom liner. You can also add a commercial pan to the bottom of the cage to use as a liner, or some old newspaper.

Summary in Portuguese:

Verifique se a gaiola possui partes ásperas. Coloque uma bacia para banho na gaiola. Adicione um ou dois poleiros à gaiola. Providencie brinquedos. Adicione um forro à gaiola.


Article in English: Once you’ve spent some time getting to know your crush either in person or online, see if they’re willing to share their phone number. This will allow you to reach out and chat via text.  Ask your crush for their number by using a shared class or project as an excuse. Say: “Hey, I could really use your help on the Pre-Calc assignment. Could we exchange numbers?” Once you have each other’s numbers, you can start texting each other just to say hello. Be bold and tell them you want their number to talk more. Try: “You know, we’ve been chatting a lot lately. Want to give me your number so we can text, too?” Texting can act as a good way to slowly increase the amount of time the two of you interact. Avoid sending your crush multiple texts before you receive one back, and use emojis sparingly. You can start by reaching out with simple questions, which may then lead to longer, more detailed communications.  Try starting a conversation by mentioning seeing them earlier during the day, and then asking them how they’ve been since you saw them. For example, “Hey! It was fun hanging out at lunch today. How was your afternoon?” Don't over-do it, however. Not everyone likes texting. If your crush sends one-word responses, they might not be into texting. See if your crush will join you in a group setting. Ask them to come to a study session, go out for drinks with friends, or attend a game with several of your acquaintances. Once you’re at the event, interact with your crush and use the time to flirt a little.  Group gatherings are a great way to help people relax and open up, but keep in mind that not everyone is extroverted. If your crush doesn't want to go, don't push them. Instead of asking them to go out to what you like, consider asking them to go out to what they like. For example, if they like anime, ask them if they want to go to that new anime con. Now that you know your crush a bit better, you’re likely aware of the interests the two of you have in common. These don’t necessarily need to be dates, and you can...

Summary in Portuguese:

Peça o número de telefone da pessoa (se é que você já não tem). Mande mensagens à pessoa até quando vocês não estiverem se vendo. Convide a pessoa para sair com a sua turma. Convide a pessoa para algum evento com você. Diga à pessoa que você gosta dela. Respeite a decisão da pessoa se ela disser que não sente o mesmo por você.


Article in English: Once, you are declared a graduate, flip it to the left side. Flipping the tassel is called “turning the tassel.”  If you want to keep the tassel as a treasure before you toss your cap, you can quickly remove it and tuck it in your pocket for safe keeping and pictures later. Don’t flip your tassel until you actually are handed your diploma on the commencement stage.  Although the mortarboard is very old, turning the tassel is a tradition that only dates back about 40 years. The rules are different if you’re not an undergraduate or high school student.  If you are getting a graduate degree (like a master’s degree or PHD), you will want to wear your tassel on the left side throughout the graduation ceremonies. Fastening the tassel works the same way no matter what the degree level, though.

Summary in Portuguese:

Coloque a borla no lado direito do capelo se você ainda não se formou. Use a borla na esquerda se você está recebendo um diploma de pós-graduação.


Article in English: One amazing qualities sugar gliders have is their ability to spread their legs and glide through the air. In order to do this, in captivity, they need a nice tall cage. Though many breeders will give you a cage with your purchase, it may not be big enough. The minimum cage size for a pair of gliders is 3 feet (0.9 m) high by 2 feet (0.6 m) wide with no more than 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) bar spacing. If you have extra room, the bigger (and taller) the better. There are several sources for cages online, or you can check your local pet store. Many glider owners build custom cages that fit the needs of their household.  Avoid galvanized steel cages because they can rust and cause urinary tract infections in gliders. No need to worry about the direction of the bars. They have opposable thumbs and can climb easily on horizontal or vertical bars. Check that the wood if safe for gliders, of building or buying a wooden cage. Remember that wood is harder to clean and absorbs odors though. This is useful for absorbing waste and stray food, and you can easily change out the bedding when it gets soiled. A plastic or metal tray works just fine. Use paper bedding such as CareFresh or other nontoxic bedding available such as yesterday's news cat litter or puppy pads. Change it out once a week or so.  Only use kiln dried bedding. The oils in other wooden bedding can cause health problems for sugar gliders. If you don't want to buy bedding, you can use newspaper or another nontoxic material from around the house. Sugar gliders are nocturnal, and in their natural environment they sleep in trees. To replicate that experience in captivity, place a wooden birdhouse (made of safe wood such as manzanita or eucalyptus), or a fleece pouch with a slit in the side, Attach it to the side of the cage by using plastic c-links to affix it to the mesh or bars. Be sure any pouches are sewn safely for gliders, with small, hidden seams to keep their nails from catching on it. Many vendors online sell glider safe pouches and cage sets.  It's important...

Summary in Portuguese:

Compre ou construa uma gaiola de tamanho adequado. Ponha a gaiola sobre uma forma grande e forrada. Providencie uma bolsa. Coloque galhos e brinquedos seguros na gaiola. Compre uma roda de exercícios que seja segura para petauros (as vendidas em pet shops raramente o são). Evite fazer limpezas muito frequentes.


Article in English: One awesome, completely free way to have a lovely day is to head to the beach  with your pals! If it's warm out, the beach can be an amazing place to go swimming, play volleyball, boogie-board, and much more. Even if it's not the greatest weather, you can still build sand forts, skip rocks, and go on hikes in the surrounding area, so go for it! If you don't live near a body of water, you can still do many of the things you'd do at the beach at other places. For example, you can go swimming at a public pool, a gym, or most universities, and you can play volleyball anywhere you can set up a net, so get creative! The only thing you need to have a ball with your gang of friends is just that — a ball! Grab a football, a basketball, a soccer ball, or your sports equipment of choice, and head to a local park for an informal scrimmage. You can play as "hard" or as casually as you want — it's up to you and your new teammates!  Sometimes, for casual games, you may need to improvise your own equipment. For instance, if you're playing soccer, you may need to set some old rags or your t-shirts on the ground to mark the edges of your goals. There's nothing quite like watching your favorite song or play get performed live on stage. For a fun night out, try getting your friends to agree on a play or concert in your local area, pool your money for tickets if necessary, and go! You'll be enjoying the performances the way they were meant to be experienced and supporting the arts at the same time!  Big-name concerts can be pretty pricey, so if you're short on cash, look for cheap or free concerts in your local area. Many art schools, community theaters, and local hangouts will occasionally have live music or theater. Though you won't usually be able to see major acts this way, you'll save tons of money and maybe even find some new local favorites! Getting a camping trip together with your friends is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors for a day or two. Often, planning, packing, and traveling to the campsite is the...

Summary in Portuguese:

Vá à praia! Pratique algum esporte. Assista a um show! Acampe. Trabalhem juntos em um projeto de bricolagem. Seja um vegetal! Organize uma noite de filmes. Esteja disposto a fazer novas amizades.


Article in English: One button will be at the top of the collar. The other will be partway down it. Each button should have two holes with thread passing up and down through them, not side to side. The buttons should not appear crooked. The threading should appear to hold them tightly in place. Mother of pearl buttons are all unique. You may notice a rainbow shimmer from a distance. When you look close, you should notice that each button has its own pattern. They may also have some marbling on the back. Plastic buttons are mass-produced and look identical. Real Lacoste polos have mother of pearl buttons instead of plastic ones. Plastic buttons feel softer and warmer but with hard edges. They’ll also lack the dip in the center that real Lacoste buttons have. If you still aren’t sure, try tapping the buttons against your teeth or biting down on them. Mother of pearl buttons should feel harder and denser than plastic buttons. 2017 Lacoste shirts now may have this print on the buttons depending on the style). Buttons on authentic Lacoste polos do not have the brand name printed on them. Letters on the buttons is a sure sign that the buttons are plastic and fake.

Summary in Portuguese:

Procure por dois botões com uma costura vertical. Veja se os botões parecem idênticos. Sinta os botões para ter certeza de que são feitos de nácar. Evite botões que tenham a palavra “Lacoste” impressa neles.


Article in English: One effective and environmentally friendly way of cleaning grout is to attack it with a steam cleaner. Outfit your steam cleaner with a thin and pointed nozzle, and a brush attachment if it’s available. Aim the nozzle at the grout lines, apply continuous steam, and follow the grout lines with the steamer. Even if the steam cleaner doesn’t get the grout perfectly clean, it will clean it somewhat, and help loosen the rest of the dirt and debris to make it easier to clean with other products. Take two tablespoons (30 g) of baking soda and add enough water to make a thick paste. Dip a clean toothbrush or grout brush into the paste, and then use the toothbrush to scrub the grout with the paste.  For the best results, use a new toothbrush with hard bristles, and scrub the grout in a circular motion, rather than back and forth.  When you have finished scrubbing the grout, use a spray bottle to spray the area with a half-and-half mixture of vinegar and water. Let it bubble for about half an hour. Use the toothbrush to scrub the baking soda paste and vinegar into the grout again. Rinse the area with clean water. In case the baking soda and vinegar mixture didn’t to the trick, try hydrogen peroxide instead of vinegar. Make a thin paste with baking soda and hydrogen peroxide, and use the toothbrush to scrub the paste into the grout. Pour on some additional peroxide if necessary. Rinse with warm water when you’re finished.  You should never mix vinegar and hydrogen peroxide, so clean the area well and wait a couple days before trying this method. If the hydrogen peroxide doesn’t remove all the dirt and grime, it will at least improve the appearance of the grout by removing stains, and will kill any mold that’s present. In a small bowl, mix together ¼ cup (63 g) borax, ½ teaspoon (3 ml) lemon oil, and enough liquid soap (such as Castile soap) to make a paste. Use your toothbrush to scrub the paste into the grout, and then rinse with warm water.

Summary in Portuguese:

Faça limpeza a vapor. Use bicarbonato de sódio e vinagre. Experimente o bicarbonato de sódio e a água oxigenada. Experimente bórax e suco de limão.


Article in English: One example of a style is “the rocker”, he wears band tees, jeans, leather jackets and converse tennis shoes. Look at the clothes you already own, and decide what kind of style you may already have. If you don’t have a style yet it is helpful to decide what style is right for you.  First, it might be helpful to think about someone who dresses in a way that you like. Identify that particular style- for example, if you like plaid shirts, tweed jackets, bow ties and oxford shoes- you like the professor look. Before you decide on a style, ask yourself: does that look make sense for me and for my interests? Choose from the following list of some common styles for men: the professional, the collegiate, the sportsman, the playboy, the minimalist, the professor, the rocker, the woodsman, the man of leisure.  There are, of course, more styles than are listed there. Remember, styles are flexible. The objective behind choosing a style is to give you a template to build your style. You will be the most confident and attractive when your style becomes an extension of you. Ask the people you know who have that style where they get their clothes, and go to those stores to shop.  Do research online to find examples of men wearing that style, and then search for the companies or brands associated with that style. For example, if you like the woodsman style you might want to start shopping at Lands End. Online shopping is another great option, and if you don't like crowds, it will keep you from rushing while you shop. In addition, there are online companies and consultants who will help you find the style that is right for you, however, this option is a bit more pricey. The right accessories will go a long way for your style. Consider the accessories that go along with your style, for example, you can buy a classic pair of ray bans if you are going for the rocker look or a nice leather watch to go with the professor style.

Summary in Portuguese:

Decida por um ou dois estilos para compor seu guarda-roupa. Comece comprando roupas de seu gosto. Procure acessórios que tenham a ver com suas preferências.


Article in English: One good way to treat a pimple with no head is to use a topical cream. You can use an antibiotic cream with anti-inflammatory properties, or try an acne cream containing salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide.  You can also buy face wash containing salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide, which may work to reduce the swelling and clear up the bacteria causing the pimple. You can also try acne spot creams. Make sure to follow the directions on the anti-inflammatory cream or the acne creams. Soaking a pimple with no head with warm or hot water can help it come to a head faster, which can make it easier to treat and make it heal faster. Soak a washcloth or a cotton ball in some hot or warm water. Then, press it against the pimple for a few minutes. You can do this three times a day until the pimple comes to a head. Ice is helpful for painful pimples that have no head. The ice can help lessen any soreness under the skin and also help reduce redness and swelling. You can use an ice pack, ice cubes from your freezer, or even a bag of frozen vegetables. Leave it on for around 10 minutes. You can do this multiple times a day. Make sure to place some kind of cloth between your face and the ice. This helps prevent any damage to your skin from the ice. If you have blind pimples beneath the skin that won’t go away or won’t come to a head, you may want to visit a dermatologist. They can help you find a treatment plan that will get rid of the pimples and help prevent scarring. If none of the at-home methods are working, or the blind pimples are causing you severe pain, you should see your dermatologist.  When you talk to your dermatologist, let them know the methods you have tried to get rid of the pimple. There are prescription medications and treatments that are often very effective in treating acne cysts.

Summary in Portuguese:

Use uma pomada. Faça uma compressa quente. Experimente uma compressa gelada. Visite o dermatologista.


Article in English: One great way to facilitate learning is to encourage students to avoid speaking languages other than English in the classroom. This necessarily forces students to use their knowledge of English and further develop them. It also provides teaching moments for instructors and learning opportunities for students.  This tactic is best used when students have already learned the basics (basic questions, greetings, the alphabet, and numbers). When a student uses English incorrectly, correct them in the proper way. Always be encouraging. This tactic works well with the “repeat after me” and/or “answer me” approach. For instance, you can make a statement or ask a student a question. It will give them the opportunity to answer in English. Avoid becoming a “language police.” If a student has difficulty and has to talk in his or her native language, don’t shame them. Hear their concern. When explaining an activity or giving directions about homework, classwork, or a project, you should always give both verbal and written instructions. Giving both verbal and written instructions allows your students to hear words and see them in print at the same time. This will aid in word association and in pronunciation. Print off directions to an activity and distribute them to students before you explain an activity. If you are teaching online, email directions to your students before you explain it to them via video. No matter what type of lesson you are teaching or what activity your students are doing, you should monitor them constantly. Monitoring students will allow you to see their progress and to find out if they are struggling.  If you’re teaching in a classroom environment, walk around and talk to students to see if they are having trouble. If you’re teaching online, send messages or emails to students and ask them if they need help. Make yourself available as much as you can when students are doing in-class activities or other activities. Teaching English as a second language to beginners is a lot more effective when you...

Summary in Portuguese:

Incentive os alunos a falarem apenas inglês na sala de aula. Forneça instruções verbais e por escrito. Monitore constantemente o progresso dos estudantes. Use vários métodos de ensino. Divida as lições em partes menores.


Article in English: One key to being successful in algebra is performing inverse functions. The word “inverse” means opposite. Inverse functions are a way of undoing or untangling a problem. If a chosen problem, for example, contains multiplication, you will use division, which is the inverse of multiplication, to solve the problem.  The inverse of addition is subtraction. The inverse of subtraction is addition. The inverse of multiplication is division. The inverse of division is multiplication. The inverse of an exponent is a root (square root, cube root, etc.). If you are asked to “solve” an equation, this means that you want to end up with x={\displaystyle x=}__, with some number in the blank space. You need to use algebra to move everything else away from the x{\displaystyle x} term so it is alone on one side of the equals sign. You will do this with a series of inverse operations. The key rule to remember is that any operation you make to one side of the equation, you must also do the same to the opposite side of the equation. This will keep the equation balanced and still equal. Individual terms in an equation are linked by a combination of plus and minus signs. You can “cancel” these to get the variable alone by doing the opposite function.  For example, if you start with x+3=7{\displaystyle x+3=7}, you want the x{\displaystyle x} alone. The inverse of +3{\displaystyle +3} is −3{\displaystyle -3}. Remember that you must do everything equally to both sides of the equation. So you will get:  x+3=7{\displaystyle x+3=7}  x+3−3=7−3{\displaystyle x+3-3=7-3}…..(subtract 3 equally on both sides)  x=4{\displaystyle x=4}…..(the +3 and -3 cancel each other out to leave the solution)   If you start with a subtraction problem, you will cancel it the same way with addition:  x−8=12{\displaystyle x-8=12}  x−8+8=12+8{\displaystyle x-8+8=12+8}…..(add 8 to both sides)  x=20{\displaystyle x=20}…..(the +8 and -8 cancel each other out to leave the solution) In the same way, you can perform inverse operations on multiplication and division. A...

Summary in Portuguese:

Estude o conceito de funções inversas. Isole a variável. Anule a soma com a subtração (e vice-versa). Anule a multiplicação com a divisão (e vice-versa). Use uma combinação de soma/subtração e multiplicação/divisão. Teste o resultado.


Article in English: One of Shakira's greatest attributes is her confidence. She believes a great smile and positivity are the best beauty tips. To truly look like Shakira you need to be confident in who you are and show people that confidence is more important than perfection. Shakira wrote her first song at age eight and signed her first record deal at age 13. Her first two albums weren't very successful, but she continued to push forward, and her third album became a hit. As you can see, Shakira took risks, even though she knew she might experience failure. To really imitate Shakira, be adventurous and pursue the things that you are passionate about, even though you may not succeed right away. Shakira has a Lebanese father and Colombian mother, and in her music,  she stays true to her heritage, bringing in her Latino and Arabic background. Shakira is proud of where she came from, and so to emulate Shakira, you should learn to be proud of your background as well. Even when Shakira really hit stardom, she still incorporated her heritage into her music. You can also learn more about Shakira's background and strive to incorporate her culture into your life if you want to understand her more. This goes beyond looking like Shakira in appearance, but is more about carrying the same attitude as Shakira, which helps give her confidence. Shakira has created the Pies Descalzos (Barefoot) foundation, which provides education to children in impoverished countries. She has also founded Alas, and served as an ambassador for Unicef.  So, if you really want to look like Shakira and emulate her, find a charity to donate to and join in their efforts. Think about the things you have a passion for or find important and choose a charity based on that. Contributing to others doesn't have to just be monetarily either. You can serve your community with your time and energy as well.

Summary in Portuguese:

Seja confiante. Seja ousada e se arrisque. Não negue suas raízes. Seja caridosa.


Article in English: One of greatest advertising tools these days is social media. At the very least, you should have a Facebook account. Keep your customers up to date on events in your restaurant. Post your menu, status updates, and images that give viewers reasons to come through your doors. Get creative with your posts! Take pictures of the food and beautiful decor. Show off your wonderful staff! Have them post their own photos and videos that reflect your business in a positive way. Encourage them to advertise by word of mouth to friends and potential guests. You could create a contest or reward system for the number of guests your employees bring in. One way to do this is to give your employees a camera and let them show off their personalities. Customers enjoy connecting to the people behind the business. Facebook, Twitter, and other sites have ad systems that target potential customers. Contact the sites or scroll through your account options to set up an ad. Decide on a budget, then use the site’s options to tailor the ad to your liking. These ads are highly customizable. You can even filter who sees them so you reach your potential customers. The first order of business is to claim your business on Google. Search your restaurant’s name and click the “claim now” button that appears on the right side of the screen, if you haven’t yet. Then add your business to Yelp, Foursquare, RestaVista, Whitepages, and other related sites you’re not already on.  Ratings sites seem scary, but it’s a worthwhile risk to take. It gives customers a clear and concise way to see your business and connect to it. Always be friendly when responding to a review. Abusive language hurts you more than it hurts the reviewer. Having your restaurant listed on review sites is enough to attract some reviews. To get more, ask customers to leave reviews. Try including a comment card with the bill, asking for feedback. On the card, print something like, “Visit us on Yelp! and leave us a review.” You could even offer an incentive, such as a discount coupon...

Summary in Portuguese:

Publique mais nas redes sociais. Peça para seus funcionários divulgarem mais o restaurante. Publique propagandas nas redes sociais. Crie anúncios de negócios on-line. Encoraje os clientes a deixar avaliações on-line. Crie mais oportunidades para os clientes tirarem fotos. Atualize e simplifique o seu site.


Article in English: One of the best forms of exercise to treat tight skin is weight training. Doing deadlifts and bench presses builds muscle that can help skin look tighter around your stomach, arms, back, and thighs. Starting at about one or two pounds, lift regularly at the gym or at home. Aim for five sets of six to eight reps and make sure to engage in some light lifting and cardio to warm up.  Make sure to ease into a routine. Start with only light amounts of weight and work your way up. If you feel strained, take a break. It's a good idea to talk to a doctor before engaging in weight resistance training. . If you're not already drinking plenty of water, start. Aim to drink roughly two liters of water a day. This will promote skin elasticity and help tighten up loose skin. You can determine if you're dehydrated by checking how fast your skin tightens back after being pinched, which is called skin turgor. Pinch an area of skin on your forearm or abdomen between your thumb and index finger. Hold it for a few seconds, then release. Hydrated skin will return to normal immediately, while dehydrated skin will take a few extra seconds. If you smoke, even only occasionally, quit. In addition to having a poor effect on skin elasticity, smoking comes with a range of risks to your health. Talk to a doctor about quitting smoking if you're looking to tighten your skin. As quitting any addictive substance is hard, seek support. Join a support group in your area or online and let friends and families members know you would appreciate support as you try to quit smoking. Protein-rich foods are vital to tighten skin. Go for healthy protein choices, like cottage cheese, tofu, milk, legumes, beans, seeds, nuts, and fish. These contain nutrients that help your body form collagen and elastin.

Summary in Portuguese:

Faça musculação. Hidrate-se Evite fumar. Coma mais proteína.


Article in English: One of the best pieces of equipment to use would be a refrigerator dolly, which can handle the weight of the refrigerator, and provide ease during moving, especially if the refrigerator needs to be transported downstairs.  Any dolly with straps will do, but make sure that the base is big enough to seat the bottom of the fridge on securely and that straps are big enough to secure the refrigerator safely. It's very important that the base is big enough because you need to keep the fridge upright to avoid leaking coolant. If you don't have a moving dolly, you need to rent one. While moving straps are available that could theoretically be used to strap a fridge to your back, buying moving straps would be more expensive and much more dangerous than borrowing a dolly. Don't attempt to move one without it. With most fridges, you should be able to slide the dolly right under, lifting it gently if necessary. Tie the refrigerator to the dolly with the use of moving straps or bungees. Make sure that you minimize any tilting when lifting and positioning the refrigerator on the dolly. Maintain its upright position, to ensure that oil will not seep into the cooling tubes.  Never move the refrigerator on its side or back for any reason. The oil in the compressor may flow into the cooling tubes. When the refrigerator is returned to an upright position, the oil may not completely drain from the cooling tubes, and the refrigerator will not cool properly.  If it is unavoidable to lay the refrigerator on its side, make sure to do it at an upright angle if possible. Place a box or a big piece of furniture under the top of the fridge to help keep it relatively upright. When you've got the fridge hooked up to the dolly, roll it slowly to the truck that you're packing, moving forward. It's important to move in the direction opposite the tilt to maintain the most security. Have a helper assist on the other side, coaching you through obstacles and helping to secure the fridge. To move the refrigerator down a flight of stairs, move it...

Summary in Portuguese:

Use um carrinho de carga. Afaste a geladeira da parede e prenda-a no carrinho. Incline a geladeira com cuidado. Coloque-a no caminhão. Mova a geladeira na casa nova.


Article in English: One of the best ways to flush waste and excess nutrients out of your system is to stay hydrated. The simplest way to hydrate yourself is to drink water. While the exact amount of water you should drink every day varies from person to person, these basic guidelines work for most people:  The average man should drink about 13 cups (3 liters) of water per day. The average woman should drink about 9 cups (2.2 liters) of water per day. While drinking water is the best way to stay hydrated, you can also get the fluids you need from other sources. In addition to things you drink, you can also get fluids from a lot of the foods you eat. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and no-added sodium broth-based soups are all excellent sources of fluids. While sports drinks like Gatorade or Powerade can be great for helping you rehydrate after an intense workout or when you are sick, they tend to contain a lot of sodium. Avoid drinking sports drinks unless you are doing a long workout (one hour or more) or your doctor recommends them to help you combat dehydration due to illness.

Summary in Portuguese:

Beba muita água. Ingira líquidos de outras fontes. Beba menos isotônicos.


Article in English: One of the best ways to protect your hair from heat damage is to take days off from your blow dryer and curling/straightening irons. Let your hair air-dry and recover at least 1 day a week. Applying heat to your hair everyday will cause damage. After you've used heat 1-2 times during a single week, find alternatives for the rest of the week to minimize damage, such as using rollers. Heat styling pulls moisture out of your hair. This dryness is what leads to heat damage. Minimize the negative effects of heat styling by using a deep conditioner once a week.  Apply a traditional deep conditioner after you shampoo. Wait anywhere from 5 to 30 minutes (following package instructions), and rinse with cool water. Some products may be left on overnight. Opt for a leave-in conditioner if you are prone to split ends or breakage. Read package instructions; some products should be applied to wet hair and others to dry hair. If you are unsure about the best tools, products, or techniques for you to use, make an appointment for a consultation with your stylist. A professional can offer you tips about what to buy and how to best style your hair.

Summary in Portuguese:

Dê uma paradinha no uso dos tratamentos térmicos uma vez por semana. Faça uma hidratação profunda uma vez por semana. Consulte um cabeleireiro.


Article in English: One of the best ways to show your parents how much you love them is to simply spend time with them. Though you may feel like you have a lot going on, between school, friends, and your personal life, you should always spend quality time with your parents as often as you can. This can mean having dinner with them every night, having family board game night, watching TV with your folks, or just hanging out around the house instead of running off to hang out with your friends. You’ll never know how much the time you spend with your parents means to them. Moms especially love it when their son will love them.   When you do spend time with them, don’t roll your eyes or act like it’s mandatory. Instead, you should look forward to the special time you have together. Have routine nights where you spend time together, such as Sundays or Monday evenings, so you don’t have to try to work the time into your busy schedule. Your parents love you and want to know what’s going on in your life. While they may not need to know all of the daily friend drama in your social circle or the ins and outs of the baseball game you saw with your friends, they would love to know what’s on your mind, from your struggles with your studies to any big problems you’re having with your friends. They really do care, and even if they can’t always help, they’d just like to know what’s happening. Your parents will feel upset if they’re completely shut out of your life.  Try to leave your bedroom door open as often as you can, so you welcome your parents in to have a conversation with you when they want to. Don’t make them feel like you want nothing to do with them. Don’t be afraid to ask for their advice. Believe it or not, your parents were once your age, and they’ve gone through the same struggles that you’re going through. They’ll appreciate that you value their opinions, and you may learn a lot in the process. It’s easy to take your parents for granted. After all, there was a time when they did absolutely everything for you, from bathing you to...

Summary in Portuguese:

Passe um tempo com seus pais. Conte aos seus pais o que está acontecendo na sua vida. Expresse gratidão. Ensine coisas a seus pais. Faça atividades que una você tanto com seu pai quando sua mãe. Não faça seus pais brigarem um com o outro. Tenha tempo para ouvir.


Article in English: One of the best ways to write a good story is to choose a story that you really care about telling. Remember, you will need to write about a specific aspect of your life, not your entire life. The story of your entire life could fill the pages of a book. Instead, choose a topic that you can discuss in a detailed way over the course of your essay. Some options you might consider include:  an accomplishment like winning an award, getting a job, or graduating from high school a trial like a difficult class, an injury, or losing a loved one a meaningful experience like discovering a hobby, meeting your best friend, going away to camp, or learning something about yourself Think about what you want to accomplish with your autobiographical essay. Why do you want to tell this story? What do you hope to accomplish by telling this story?  If you are writing an autobiographical essay for an application, make sure that you read the instructions well. If the application includes a prompt or question that you need to answer, make sure that the story you intend to tell will respond to this prompt or question. If you are writing an autobiographical essay for a class, make sure that you read the assignment guidelines well. Make sure that the story you intend to tell will work for this assignment. Ask your instructor if you have any questions about the assignment. Think about who will be reading your autobiographical essay. Consider the needs and expectations of your readers before you begin writing. Jot down some of the things that you will need to keep in mind about your readers as you write your autobiographical essay.  If you are writing your essay as part of an application, consider what your readers will be most interested in hearing about. If you are writing your essay for a class assignment, consider what your instructor will expect you to include in your essay. Before you begin writing your essay, you should take some time to flesh out your ideas and get some things down on paper. Invention activities like listing,...

Summary in Portuguese:

Escolha um episódio que queira narrar ou sobre o qual gostaria de desabafar. Defina o propósito do texto. Leve o público leitor em consideração. Reúna ideias. Esquematize o ensaio.