Article in English: The amount of fabric you need depends on the length and width of the person's back. Measure the width wrist to wrist of the person who will wear the wings. Measure their length from their neck to their waist. Also measure their arm circumference and add this measurement to the length of fabric you need. Using your measurements, get enough fabric that you'll be able to cover the back and arms of the person who will wear the wings. A good fabric is black and stretchy, such as spandex. You can cut this material without leaving frayed ends. For non-sewn bat wings, cut out the upper and lower sections of an umbrella, then clip off the metal pieces using wire cutters. From the right or left end, fold the fabric in half. Your fabric should be half the width of your original measurement. Now take the top end of the fabric and fold it downwards enough so that you can see the appropriate amount of fabric you need to create arm holes. Don't cut this folded fabric, but mark the lower end of the arm holder before you unfold it. Where you marked the fabric, take scissors and trim the corner in a semicircle. The bottom of the circle will be towards the middle of your remaining fabric while the ends of the cut should be an even distance along the edges of the fabric. Fold the remaining top part of the fabric next to the cut you made. Bring it down enough so that it once again creates the arm sleeve. Opposite from where you cut the first semicircle, begin cutting. Start at the corner below where you cut the first semicircle. Leave this corner intact but cut up and down next to it to create another semicircle. Keep going along the bottom side of the fabric, cutting further in to give the wings a slope. Unfold the fabric. Take the top, uncut fabric and fold it over to create the sleeves. Sew the bottom parts of the sleeves onto the cape. Now the bat wings are ready to wear.

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Determine de quanto tecido você vai precisar. Compre o tecido. Dobre o tecido ao meio a partir da direita ou da esquerda. Recorte as extremidades. Dobre as mangas restantes próximas do corte que você acabou de fazer. Corte semicírculos na parte inferior do tecido. Costure as mangas.


Article in English: The amount of liquid necessary will depend upon the size or amount of pork that you want to cook. In general, start with 1/4 cup of liquid for 4 chops and 1 quart of liquid for 6 to 8 pounds of ribs or whole roast. The liquid should cover the meat when it is placed in your marinating container. Adding oil into your marinade will contribute to a crisp outer crust when the pork is cooked. You can experiment with adding 1 or 2 minced cloves of garlic or 1 minced shallot to the mixture. The garlic will infuse the marinade with an intense garlic taste, while the shallot will impart a more subtly blend of garlic and onion flavor. If you want a more subdued taste of garlic and/or onion, consider added dried garlic and onion powders instead.  Dried sage, rosemary, oregano and ground cumin are typical pork seasonings. To marinade 4 pork chops, use a blend of dried spices to equal 1/2 to 1 teaspoon. Use up to 3 tablespoons of dried herbs for ribs and roasts. When using fresh herbs, use approximately 3 times the amount that you would use in dried form. The bowl may be big enough to hold several pork chops. A gallon-sized plastic bag will hold a slab of ribs, cut into 2 pieces, or a small roast. You can marinate large roasts in the pan in which they will be cooked, if it fits in your refrigerator. You can place it in your bowl, or put it in your zipper-lock bag.  Allow the meat to rest, turning it occasionally. Allow your pork chops to rest and marinade, at room temperature for 1 hour. Refrigerate pork tenderloin, ribs or larger roasts and marinate for 1 to 2 days. It takes longer for large cuts to tenderize and become infused with the flavors of the marinade.

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Comece a marinada despejando numa tigela média um líquido para dar sabor, como vinho tinto ou suco de fruta. Adicione um óleo à base líquida. Incorpore à marinada vegetais aromáticos. Tempere a mistura com sal e pimenta moída a gosto. Adicione ervas e temperos a gosto, e combine os ingredientes com um garfo ou um batedor. Deixe a marinada no recipiente onde você a misturou ou transfira-a para um saco plástico com fecho ziplock. Deixe a carne descansando no recipiente escolhido para marinar, que pode ser a tigela ou o saco com fecho ziplock.


Article in English: The amount of pain felt from a musculoskeletal injury is not always positively correlated to the degree of seriousness. In other words, an injury may really hurt, but it's not always serious. A jammed finger can often be very painful initially, but it's not nearly as serious of an injury compared to dislocated and fractured fingers. The tell-tale sign  of a dislocated or badly fractured finger is some degree of crookedness; a moderate amount of swelling or bruising can also be signs of a fracture. As such, if your finger is really hurting and it's bent at an unnatural angle or is very swollen or bruised, then seek medical attention as soon as you can. If not, then rest and home care is warranted instead.  However, if you have severe symptoms of pain, numbness, weakness, swelling, or bruising of your finger, see your doctor right away. A jammed finger usually involves damage to the ligaments surrounding the finger joints and reduced movement in the affected joint due to compaction. A mildly jammed finger is typically categorized as a Grade I sprain, which means that the ligaments are stretched a little too far, but not torn.

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Article in English: The amount of people you have at your party will determine the feel of your party. If you only have a few guests the party will be much more intimate and lend itself to more in depth conversations. However, if you have lots of guests the party will have a different vibe. A party with a lot of people is a great way for people to make new friends and tends to have lighter conversations. The amount of space you have in your home will also determine how many guests to invite. You don’t want a house that is so crowded that people can’t move around easily. You need about 8-12 square feet per person for a comfortable cocktail party, and about 5-8 square feet per person for a comfortable larger party. To figure out how many people you should invite, divide the number of square feet in the part of your house the party will take place by the number of square feet per person you want to use. There are several different ways to invite people to a house party. You can send out invitations in the mail, email an invitation, or invite your friends over social media. You should send your invitation out several weeks in advance so your friends can plan to attend the party. There are many different online companies that let you pick an invitation and send it to your friends’ email addresses. Many of these invitations are designed to look just like paper invitations so they can match your theme. They also let you track your invitation and give guests an easy way to R.S.V.P. You should include the date, time, and address of the party on your invitation to let guests know when and where your party is taking place. You should also include other important details like your contact information for people to R.S.V.P. or get in touch with you if they have a question. Anything that you want your guest to bring should also be included on the invitation.  If you want your guests to leave at a certain time, you should include an end time on the invitation. Another important detail to include is if there is a dress code. If you want your...

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Decida quantas pessoas vai convidar. Escolha uma maneira de enviar o convite. Inclua informações importantes no convite.


Article in English: The amount of sections depends on how thick your hair is, and how loose you want your waves. The more hair in a section, the looser your waves will be. If you have very thin hair, you may only need to one or two sections. If you have very thick hair, you might want to separate it into more sections. Clip the hair you are not currently braiding out of the way. You can use any kind of moisturizing, leave-in hair product that you like. Products containing olive oil, coconut oil, shea butter, and glycerin are all good choices.  Make sure your hands are lathered in the product as well.  Create your braids. Again, you will create different types of waves depending on how tight you braid your hair, and how thick you make your braids. Experiment with different methods until you find the perfect process. Try to braid each strand to the very end in order to avoid having pin straight tips when you awaken. Additionally, tying the end of the braid too tightly can create an unsightly indentation in the hair. Secure the elastic firmly enough so that it holds the braid if you toss and turn during the night, but not so tightly that it crushes the strands.  Using cloth elastics rather than rubber elastics can help avoid the indent, and also prevent from potential damage.  You can skip this step if you have coarse or afro-textured hair because the braids will stay in place without the hair bands. Go to sleep! Your braids will dry overnight.

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Reparta os cabelos úmidos em mechas. Aplique um produto hidratante nos fios afro. Prenda cada trança com um elástico de cabelo.


Article in English: The amount of sugar in your sorbet base will determine the texture of your final product.  Too much sugar will keep the sorbet from freezing, while too little sugar will leave you with an icy final product.  The right amount of sugar in a sorbet also depend on the sugar content of the fruit itself, which is difficult to quantify. The “pros” use a tool called a refractometer that allows for measuring how much sugar is present in a solution.  However, you can also just experiment with different batches of sorbet to determine how much sugar works best for you! In general, the best ratio for making sorbet is 4 parts of fruit puree to 1 part sugar.  In most recipes, this means 4 cups of pureed fruit to 1 cup of sugar.  If you are using a very sweet fruit, you might want to use a bit less sugar.  A tart fruit (such as lemon) may require a bit more sugar. It is best to start with the standard 4:1 ratio and then experiment with adding more or less sugar to subsequent batches as you master the art of sorbet. Simple syrup, a mixture of sugar and water, is recommended in many sorbet recipes.  Dissolving the sugar in water makes the texture more even and allows it to blend into the pureed fruit more easily.  However, some sorbet purists point out that the use of as simple syrup waters down the flavor of sorbet (by adding water).  If you do choose to use simple syrup, dissolve 1 cup of sugar into 1 cup boiling (or near-boiling) water.  Then allow the solution to cool completely.  You can either add the cooled simple syrup to the pureed fruit or add the pureed fruit to simple syrup while it is still hot (in the pan) and allow the mixture to cool together. Alcohol, like sugar, lowers the freezing point of a solution, which affects the texture of sorbet.  If you add alcohol, be sure to add it sparingly (too much can keep the sorbet from freezing at all) and be sure that the flavor will complement the fruit in the sorbet.  A few ideas are:  Strawberry with rum (daiquiri, anyone?) Pear with a Riesling wine  Blackberry with...

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Entenda a importância do açúcar no sorbet. Use uma proporção de 4:1. Saiba quando usar o xarope de açúcar. Se quiser, adicione uma bebida alcoólica. Outra opção é usar xarope de milho. Faça o “teste do ovo”. Deixe a mistura esfriar.


Article in English: The amount of time that the repercussions of a comet impact would negatively affect the outside environment depends on a variety of factors, like how large the comet was, where it impacted, and how close you are to the site of impact. Because of this, rationing your food and water may be crucial for your survival, as there’s no concrete amount of time you will need to sustain on your food stores.  Dried legumes, canned beans, and dried meat products provide the most protein and can be stored for a very long time. Nutrient-rich grains and potatoes can also provide needed calories, so make sure to be stocking up on these kinds of food.  As a rule of thumb, try not to dip below 500 calories a day. While humans are capable of surviving without food for up to 40 days while hydrated, not eating enough will deteriorate your body and mind.  Make sure you are eating the right kind of foods so you don’t suffer from malnutrition. Your generator will be a lifesaver for many things while you are in your bunker. You can use it to produce heat, cook food, and power lights. However, because most generators run on fuel, it’s important that you limit its usage because you will likely have a limited amount of fuel in your bunker. If you aren't in a bunker, a generator may still work, but there's a good chance that the main power grid will be down.  It’s a good idea to have more than one generator in case your primary generator breaks. Equip your hide-out with generator repair kits for possible repairs that will be needed. There may be efforts from the government to try to help people during this catastrophe. Make sure to listen to the radio to see if there are any updates or initiatives that can benefit you. If there are people on the radio, they will likely be able to give reports on the environment outside.  Don’t believe everything you hear. Early reporting is notoriously inaccurate at times, so wait it out until you hear unified reports.  The National Weather Service broadcasts emergency broadcasts on the VHF public service...

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Racione comida e água. Limite o uso do gerador ao estritamente necessário. Ouça o rádio e comunique-se com a sociedade. Mantenha-se fisicamente saudável. Estimule a mente para se manter intelectualmente saudável.


Article in English: The amount of time you need to get ready and get to school on time depends on lots of things, such as whether you can walk to school or if you have to catch the bus at a certain time. Figure out how much time you need to get ready each morning and wake up 10 minutes earlier so you aren’t in a rush and don’t end up arriving late to school.  Use an alarm on your phone or get an alarm clock to help you get up in the mornings. If you have curtains or blinds in your room, leave them cracked to allow light through in the morning. This will make it easier to get up. so you aren’t tempted to go back to sleep. Quickly arrange your pillows, sheets, and blankets. You’ll be happy you don’t have to do it later after a long day of school. Making your bed is something that takes just a couple of minutes, but is a good habit to help you become a more organized person in the morning. Not only that, but your parents will probably be happy too! Do what you need to in the bathroom, then wash your hands and face. Take a shower if you didn’t shower the night before. Cold or hot water will help you wake up and refresh you for the school day.  Mint-scented body wash or face wash can help you wake up in the mornings. You can brush your teeth now if you want to or wait until after breakfast. Grab the outfit from wherever you laid it out or hung it up and put it on. Put any heavy items of clothing, such as a jacket, by the door with your shoes and put them on right before you head out the door. Take a look outside and check the forecast again to see if anything has changed. Add anything you need to your outfit, such as an umbrella or rain jacket, if the weather is different than the forecast said the night before. and do your makeup if you want or need to. Do your hair any way you like or just leave it as it is if it’s not necessary to do anything to it. Put your makeup on if it is something you wear. This totally depends on what your personal style is! For instance, if you have long hair, you might want to comb it after you shower to...

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Acorde dez minutos antes do que você acha que precisa. Arrume a cama para não se sentir tentado a deitar de novo. Faça sua higiene pessoal. Vista-se com a roupa que deixou separada na noite anterior. Penteie o cabelo e passe um filtro solar ou maquiagem se quiser. Tome um café da manhã saudável Guarde o lanche na mochila. Ajude nas tarefas de casa se precisar. Pegue a mochila e vá para a escola.


Article in English: The amount of vinegar you use may vary depending on how many brushes you are attempting to soften. However, you should have enough vinegar to coat your brush/brushes from the tip of their bristles to the ferrule or handle base. Keep in mind that the vinegar will start to evaporate once it begins to boil, so you may need to add more. If you aren’t sure how much to use, aim for 2-3 cups. You are going to need to stand your brushes up, bristle side down, so make sure whatever container you choose has enough height. You can try using something like an old mason jar, or even an old, clean paint can. Just be careful as both of these items will be hot to the touch once you pour the vinegar. You can also place your brushes directly into the boiling pot of water, but be extra safe! Once the vinegar has begun to bubble, remove it from the heat and pour it into whatever container you chose. You want to make sure you only pour enough to cover the bristles. If you pour past the brush’s ferrule it can loosen the glue that keeps the bristles together. Let your brush/brushes soak for 20-30 minutes. If there is any excess paint leftover, gently remove it with a brush or a comb. You can use either a plastic brush or an old hair brush comb. However, avoid using anything metal as it can bend and ruin the bristles. Start at the base of the handle and slowly comb downwards. If you can’t get all of the paint off, simply return your brush/brushes to the vinegar and allow them to soak longer. After you’ve soaked and combed through your brushes, rinse them off in warm water. You can softly massage the bristles as you run them under water. Afterward, take a pea-sized amount of baby lotion and work it through the whiskers of the brush in a similar fashion. If you still feel like your brushes are hard after rinsing them and applying lotion, cover the whiskers of the brush in hair conditioner. Then, place your brushes in plastic baggies, with all the bristles facing one corner. Once they’re all in one bag, seal it tightly. You don’t need...

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Ferva vinagre branco em uma panela média. Coloque seus pincéis em um recipiente resistente à calor. Derrame o vinagre no recipiente com os pincéis. Tire o restante da tinta. Enxágue e aplique loção. Condicione os pincéis. Coloque a sacola em uma tigela de água quente.


Article in English: The amount will serve about 3 to 4 people. Bring it to a boil and add the salt.  Use a wooden spoon to stir it into the water. The polenta and water should form a paste after about two minutes. The polenta is ready when the texture becomes creamy.  Don't overcook the polenta, or it may become too mushy.     Taste the polenta and decide how creamy or grainy you like it. Remove it from heat when it reaches the texture you like best.     Serve the polenta with vegetables, chili, meat or fish - the possibilities are endless.

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Reúna os ingredientes. Encha uma panela grande com água. Coloque o fogo em temperatura média baixa. Coloque um terço do fubá na panela e mexa com uma colher de pau. Veja se a polenta está no ponto.


Article in English: The amount you need of everything will be determined by how many pieces you plan on making. Here's what you'll need:  Sugar Food coloring Glass bottles with corks Bowls Spoons A hot glue gun

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Article in English: The appraiser isn’t there to buy your home, but that doesn’t mean appearances don’t count. Remove any clutter from inside. Wash those breakfast dishes. Eliminate any household odors. Make sure the lawn is mowed. The appraiser will be going through every room in the house, including any attic or crawl space. The last thing he or she wants to do is navigate an obstacle course. Keep the temperature in the house at a moderate level. You may think eighty-five degrees is comfy, but maybe the appraiser won’t. Also, keep pets locked up or away from the house while the appraiser is there. And do your best to stop the kids from causing any major disruptions. Your inclination may be to follow the appraiser around, but don’t. Most appraisers want to be left alone to do their job. Just make yourself available in case the appraiser has any questions.

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Limpe a casa. Facilite o acesso a todas as áreas do imóvel. Deixe o avaliador tão confortável quanto possível. Fique fora do caminho.


Article in English: The automatic watch is built with an oscillating metal weight, or rotor, that tracks movement. The oscillating rotor is attached to gears inside the watch that are in turn attached to the mainspring. When the rotor moves, it moves the gears which, in turn, winds the mainspring. This stores energy in the mainspring so that the watch continues ticking. If the watch is not being moved in regular, everyday motion, the mainspring’s energy winds down. If you wear your watch and keep your arm in regular movement, this should be enough to keep the rotor moving and winding up the mainspring. This doesn’t mean, however, that your arm needs to be in constant motion. Automatic watches are built to respond to average, everyday movement in order to keep them working.  Typically, automatic watches store energy for up to 48 hours so that they continue working without needing additional winding. People who are not very active, such as elderly people or those confined to bed, may need to wind their automatic watches with more frequency. If you are sick and laid up in bed, your watch may wind down since it’s not getting regular everyday movement.  Avoid wearing watch when playing sports that require continuous hand or arm movement, such as tennis, squash or basketball. This will interfere with the automatic winding mechanisms, which are built for regular, everyday arm movement. While an automatic watch is intended to restore its energy by the rotor winding the mainspring through the motion of your arm, it does also require periodic manual winding to keep the mainspring tight. In order to ensure that the crown is not overly strained when you pull it out and wind it, you should take it off your wrist. Then you will be able to have the right leverage and angle to carefully pull the crown out. The crown is the little dial knob usually on the right side of the watch. This knob can be pulled out to set the time and date on the watch. It does not need to be pulled out, however, in order to engage the winding mechanism. The crown...

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Mantenha o braço em movimento. Tire o relógio do pulso. Localize a coroa. Gire a coroa no sentido horário. Sempre acerte o horário movendo para frente. Empurre a coroa até o final. Compare o relógio com outro. Dê corda até o final se o relógio estiver sem uso há algum tempo.


Article in English: The average adult needs about 7-8 hours of sleep per night. Children and teens need more sleep. If you have trouble falling asleep, try playing some soothing music or taking a warm shower before bed. This will help you relax. Plan to head to bed at the same time every night. Wake up around the same time in the mornings. Your body will get into a rhythm of sleeping a certain number of hours every night. You’ll find that you sleep better this way. Studies show that using mobile phones, laptops and tablets before bed keeps our brains wired. The bluish light from these devices also interrupts quality sleep. Stop using technology about 15-30 minutes before bedtime, and keep your phone and computer out of your bedroom. If worries are keeping you awake, try writing a list of worries. This way, you can address what’s bothering you and give yourself permission to stop worrying while you’re trying to sleep.

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Durma de sete a oito horas toda noite. Tenha uma rotina de sono regular. Reduza o uso de aparelhos eletrônicos antes de dormir. Escreva todas as suas preocupações antes de deitar.


Article in English: The balance is a device widely used to calculate an object's mass. The balance has three beams. These beams carry weights.  The weights allow you to move known masses along the beams.  The triple beam balance is not affected by gravity. Thus, it gives a true measurement of mass. It works by comparing a known mass to an unknown mass. The middle beam reads in 100g increments. The far beam reads in 10g increments.  The weights will sit in a notch. The weight on the front beam can read from 0 to 10 grams. You should be able to get a very precise measurement of mass with this balance. The reading error for a triple-beam balance is only 0.06 grams. Think of the triple-beam balance as operating like a teeter-totter. You want to do this maneuver when the pan is empty. You want the balance to read zero.  If the indicator on the far right does not align with the fixed mark, you should calibrate the balance by turning the set screw that you will find on the left under the pan. The reason you need to do this is because you need to make sure that the empty pan is 0.000g so its weight does not skew the mass reading you ultimately get. The weight of the container or pan is called its tare. You can also set the pan to 0 by screwing the knob under the pan in or out. Again, the balance must read zero. Place the object to be measured on the pan. You are now ready to determine the object’s mass using the sliding beams. First, move the 100-gram slider along the beam to the right first. Do this until the indicator drops below the fixed mark. The position that is to the left of this point indicates the number of hundreds of grams. You are sliding it one notch at a time.  Move the 10-gram slider along the beam to the right. Do this until the indicator drops below the fixed mark. The notched position immediately to the left of this point indicates the number of tens of grams. The beam in the front does not have notches. You can move the slider anywhere you want on the beam. The beam’s boldface numbers are grams. The tick marks...

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Use uma balança tríplice escala. Leve os três contrapesos até a extremidade esquerda antes de colocar o objeto no prato da balança. Mexa um contrapeso de cada vez. Calcule a massa.


Article in English: The bark of a sycamore tree is brittle and can’t withstand the rapid growth that sycamores experience. So the bark peels off frequently, and this results in a patchy, flaky appearance. Because the older bark peels off and reveals younger bark beneath, the bark of sycamores will be a variety of colors – brown, green, tan, and white. This gives the tree a distinctive pattern that resembles army camouflage. The crown, or canopy, of a sycamore tree can grow to over 60 feet (18 meters) wide and 80 feet (24 meters) tall. The branches and leaves fill out this space so that it creates a wide dome. While not the tallest tree, the sycamore grows to a larger diameter than any other tree in the eastern United States, so look for a trunk diameter of 3-8 feet (1-2.5 meters). The twigs that grow off the branches will go in one direction, and then switch directions just after a bud pops out. This creates a zig-zig shape that looks a little like a lightening bolt.

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Procure por cascas que estão se soltando. Olhe as cores “camufladas” na casca da árvore. Observe o grande dossel em formato de domo. Meça a largura do tronco. Encontre gravetos em forma de zigue-zague.


Article in English: The barrel is the raised part on the dart, closer to the center of the dart. Grip the barrel of the dart with your thumb, forefinger, and middle finger. You can then also hold it at the end of the barrel with your ring finger if you want a more stable grip.  Do not hold the dart at the tip of the dart or at the flight, which is at the very back of the dart. Do not curl your fingers as you grip the dart. Instead, keep them long and open. Keep in mind a dart with a shorter barrel will usually require fewer fingers for gripping. A dart with a longer barrel may require more fingers to maintain a good grip. Do not grip the dart so tightly that your fingers turn white or the muscles in your fingers feel tense. Darts is a game of touch, rather than force. Your grip should be just tight enough to keep the dart in place and maintain control over it. When in doubt, go for a grip that is loose rather than firm. You can then adjust your grip so it is a bit tighter as needed. Swing your front arm forward, gripping the dart with your fingers. Keep your shoulder still as you raise the dart to eye level, just to the side of your eye. Make sure your elbow is pointing at the dartboard. Your shoulder, elbow, and hand should all be aligned, forming a 90 degree angle, with your elbow slightly up. Keep the end of the dart tilted upward slightly, towards the dartboard. Do not let the tip drop downward or to the side, as this will affect your aim. Do not aim to the right or left of your target, as this will usually lead to a poor throw. Your dominant eye is usually on the same side as your dominant hand. So if you are right-handed, your right eye will be the dominant one. Try looking at the board with your dominant eye open and your other eye closed to help you aim.

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Segure o corpo do dardo com os últimos três dedos. Mantenha uma pegada estável, mas não muito firme. Levante o dardo até o nível dos olhos. Incline a ponta do dardo para cima. Alinhe a ponta do dardo com o alvo. Utilize o olho dominante para ajudar na mira.


Article in English: The basic building blocks of any story are character, plot (what the character wants and what stands in their way), setting, and theme. You can start with any of these, but a commonplace to begin is character. Look around you. Do you see anyone interesting? Can you picture an interesting person in your mind? Let that be your main character.  You may try to think of anyone you know with extraordinary features. Do you know anyone who is extraordinarily beautiful? Extraordinarily brave? Extraordinarily strange? Allow these people to inspire your character. At the center of every story is desire. In order for you to start formulating your plot, you have to figure out what your character wants. You may begin by asking yourself what you want. Can you make a list of five things you wish for? Do you think any of these resonate with your main character? Another question to ask yourself is why does your character need this thing right now? A sense of urgency makes for a strong story. If the center of every story is a character who wants something, the driving force of the story is what stands in the character’s way. What is preventing your character from getting what they want? What is stopping them from achieving their goal? Make this something concrete and immediate (unless it is not meant to be realistic). The setting of a story includes the place and time that your story takes place in, as well as any details that occur in that place. To get at your setting, ask yourself the following questions: What city are they in? What year? What does it look like there? How is the weather? How are the people dressed?  It may help to think about places you have been or places you wish you could go. You may even think about places that have appeared in your dreams. Try engaging all five senses as you think about a place. Don't just focus on the appearance. What sounds can you hear in your setting? What does the area smell like? What do things feel like? Is there anything your characters can taste in the air? Behind a character’s...

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Pense em um personagem. Reflita sobre o que seu protagonista quer. Desenvolva o obstáculo. Crie a ambientação. Elabore o tema.


Article in English: The basic structure and purpose of a personal statement can vary based on your goals and your field. You will emphasize different skills and focuses depending on the type of situation for which this personal statement will be used.  If you're writing a personal statement for undergraduate schools or scholarships focus on how your interests developed, your high school achievements, and your community involvement. If you're writing for an undergraduate transfer, focus on your academic and community record with your current school and describe your reasons for wanting to switch universities. If you're writing for graduate school, focus on the specific course you want your graduate project or studies to take, your reason for pursuing graduate school, and the undergraduate experiences that have prepared you. If you're writing for a job, portfolio, or to gain a particular client, focus on your past work experiences, your relevant academic accomplishments within the past 5 years, and your positive character traits. If you've been given a prompt for your personal statement, make sure you have a clear understanding of what it's asking for and what you should write. Start any personal statement by researching the institution or client that will read it. Read over the organization's mission statement, history, and recent newsletters or bulletins to see what they value in a potential student or employee.  Every institution and organization will look for content specific to their mission and goals in a personal statement. Don't send the same personal statement to different organizations, but instead personalize each statement you write. For example, if you're applying to a university that emphasizes community service and involvement, you'll want to emphasize your service work in that statement. Another school may value academics first though. For that school, talk about your coursework and grades. Your goals are ultimately the focus of any personal statement. These goals let the reader know that choosing you will have a...

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Pense sobre o motivo para escrever uma declaração pessoal. Pesquise as instituições. Estabeleça suas metas acadêmicas e profissionais. Pergunte-se por que deveria ser escolhido. Faça uma lista de suas conquistas formais. Projete como chegou aonde está na vida. Descreva os desafios que encarou.


Article in English: The beagle's stubborn temperament makes it important to start training early so that it learns to listen to you. Incorporate training into everyday activities, such as getting the puppy to sit before putting its food down or putting its leash on. Keep actual training sessions short when puppy is very young, just 5 - 10 minutes when it is less than four months old. Don't punish your puppy. It will only associate the punishment with you (and become wary of you) rather than what it did wrong. Instead, give rewards when the puppy does something right. Be sure to give your puppy lots of love, attention and gentle guidance about good behavior. This will make your dog more enjoyable to be around in the long term. Begin by teaching your dog to sit. Then begin training the puppy to come when called and to stay on command. You will also want to start potty training the puppy the day you get it. Otherwise, every time you get in the car it might think it is going to the vet. Then, the puppy will start whining and you will get frustrated. Bring it to a puppy obedience class once a week. This will help the dog learn how to act around unfamiliar dogs and people. However, don't expose your puppy to other dogs before it receives its vaccinations. The puppy with have a natural instinct to feel safe in a den and the crate becomes its go-to place to take time out and feel safe. Start by putting a blanket in the crate that smells of the puppy's mother, and also hide treats in the crate so that the puppy willingly goes and associates it with good things.  Also, feed the puppy in the crate. At first feed with the door open. Once it goes in of its own accord, shut the door for a few seconds, open the door, and then praise the pup afterwards for being so good. Gradually build up the amount of time the door stays shut until you can leave the puppy for up to four hours at a time and it won't get distressed.  Leave a radio on for your puppy when not at home. This will make him feel safer.

Summary in Portuguese:

Comece a treinar o filhote cedo. Use o treinamento baseado em recompensas. Ensine comandos básicos de obediência para o filhote. Leve o filhote para passear de carro regularmente para que ele se acostume a viajar com você. Faça-o socializar bem cedo. Ensine o filhote a ficar contente em uma gaiola.


Article in English: The beauty of the Harlem Shake is that it can be done anywhere with anyone (it's better with people who don't dance, actually). The more outrageous the setting, the more outrageous the result. Just stick to places that are legal (even though it's been done on a plane). If you can bust 'er out in a swanky French restaurant or in the middle of Chem class, that's ideal. Somewhere unexpected. They should be pretty inconspicuous and match the setting.  A couple of people is sufficient, but you'll probably get a better overall look with at least half a dozen. Whatever your number, make 'em look casual. The more varied your group, the better your outcome will be. Do you have one friend that can breakdance? Super. Do you have one friend who you have to pay to be in this video, but when he busts out his Russian ballerina impression, jaws hit the floor? Better yet...do you have a friend with an armadillo costume? Speaking of which... Alright, so if you and your buddies are getting together and Harlem shaking for fun, might as well toss on your pajamas and make the best of it. But if you're going for hardcore YouTube glory, you're gonna need more of a spectacle. A certain "look" is best, but anything that's eye-catching will do.  In most videos, everyone has a certain identity. There's the one guy in the gorilla costume in the back being marvelous at being awkward, the one guy acting gangster as all get out, and the other guy that, for some reason, thought it would be a good idea to swing his belt around his head while his pants fall to the floor. Whatever look you choose, make it count! But for the record, you're starting in street clothes -- or whatever matches your environment. The key is to start being perfectly blended in and then BAM! Shake. Groove. Slam. After a few moments, one person should start dancing. Generally, they'll start at the left side of the screen and move toward the right. In most interpretations, they have some sort of headgear on -- which allows for plenty of creativity! Helmets, a ski mask, a...

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Escolha um cenário escandaloso. Reúna um grupo de pessoas. Arranje uma fantasia escandalosa. Comece tocando o Harlem Shake do Baauer. Quando chegar no refrão, todos devem começar a dançar. Termine o vídeo em aproximadamente 45 segundos.


Article in English: The benefit of this style is that the chain can stand on its own. The circle chain lends itself for Christmas decorating because it not only resembles a wreath but also a mini tree when it stands. With some creativity, you can create unique and wonderful paper-people circle chains for any occasion.

Summary in Portuguese:

Escolha que tipo de acabamento você quer.


Article in English: The bereaved will be offered assistance by many people. Ensure that your offer is tangible and specific. Be genuine with your offer and follow through if they take you up on it. If you are too general in your offer it will not seem genuine and might be too difficult for the bereaved to deal with while grieving.  Make a specific offer by saying something like, “Can I help you by taking care of your pets while you are out of town?” You might also offer to cook meals or clean for them. Avoid saying something like, “What can I do to help?” Make your letter short and to the point. Keep in mind that they will be reading many letters, emails, and receiving many phone calls over the next several weeks. A lengthy letter might spark tears, which can make reading physically difficult. It is best to use your own words. However, sometimes it is difficult to come up with your own words. If you are having trouble writing something, consider using a quote that conveys what you are trying to put into words. You can also include a quote at the end of your letter to wrap up your thoughts. To make it more genuine, write it out by hand instead of buying a card with a quote printed on the inside. You can use a comforting phrase or simply a comforting word. The end of the letter should show your support for their healing. Keep in mind things that you would feel are comforting if you were grieving.  An example of a comforting phrase is, “You and your family are in my thoughts.” You can also end a letter by signing the card with the word “Sincerely.”

Summary in Portuguese:

Ofereça ajuda. Não escreva uma carta muito longa. Use uma citação. Conclua com palavras de conforto.


Article in English: The best Feng Shui headboards are the ones that are solid and made from wood, or the upholstered ones, as they have a very good combination of solid, but also gentle and supporting Feng Shui energy for you and your bedroom. While you are drifting off to sleep, your body is going into an extra busy energy repair work on many levels. Subconsciously, your head needs good backing, protection and support, just like your back needs it when you are sitting in a chair for extended periods of time. If you don’t have a headboard, fake one by attaching a few panels of wood to the wall behind your bed. There are a variety of mattresses on the market, choose wisely and invest in the one that will promote best sleep and relaxation. The better you sleep at night, the better your health during the day, this is really simple. Be mindful of good Feng Shui and do not buy used mattresses - you never know what energy they have accumulated from previous owners. To allow for a balanced Feng Shui energy flow under the bed, you need to have your bed at a reasonable height above the floor level. Generally, the beds that have built-in storage drawers underneath to help you with storage solutions are considered bad Feng Shui beds. Why? Because the energy needs to circulate around your body when you sleep, which is not possible if the space underneath the bed is blocked. For a bed that is low to the ground, get risers to lift it up. This is an inexpensive way to add height to your bed. Place the bed in the area further from the door or diagonally from the door, but not in line with the door. In other words, you want to be able to see the door while in bed, but not be aligned with the door. Be it the bedroom door, the door to the balcony/patio, the bathroom door or your closet doors, you do not want your bed in line with any of the doors in your bedroom, or too much chi will flow towards the bed. Ideally, the bed can be diagonally positioned from the door, jutting out from the opposite corner.  Having your bed positioned too close to the...

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Tenha uma cabeceira sólida. Consiga um colchão de bom apoio. Verifique se a altura da cama é adequada. Posicione a cama o mais longe possível da porta. Tenha uma boa parede de apoio atrás da cama. Coloque energias de aterramento e equilíbrio em ambos os lados da cama. Mantenha a cama longe de televisores, mesas ou outras distrações.


Article in English: The best canvas for makeup is healthy skin, and it’s vital to keep skin healthy with SPF. Before you head out into the sunshine, apply a sunscreen with an SPF between 30 and 50. Allow it to absorb into your skin for three to five minutes before applying any of your makeup. To learn more about using sunscreen in your makeup routine, check out the article here. Summer is the time to let your skin breathe. Instead of putting on a base of full coverage foundation, simply use concealer on any blemishes or spots. In the hot temperature of summer, you don’t want to sweat through thick foundation. Keep it light, and you’ll be happy. If you’re hesitant to part with your beloved foundation, find a happy medium by using a tinted moisturizer or BB cream over your entire face. When your skin changes color, even with a tan, it’s being damaged. Get a beautiful bronze without the skin damage by adding a bronzer to your beauty routine. Brush the bronzer on areas where the sun would naturally hit, like your cheeks, temples, and the bridge of your nose. Summer is the season to pull off a bronzed, shimmery face, so embrace it! To add a bit of extra color to your bronzed look, add a swipe of bright pink blush to the apples of your cheeks. In warm, humid weather, regular mascara can smudge and run. Water-resistant mascara will stay in place. It will last through sweating and many other summer activities. Water-resistant mascara is usually a better choice than waterproof mascara. Waterproof mascara can be very drying and difficult to remove. Instead, look for a water-resistant formula that will prevent running without drying out your lashes. If you want more color for your summer look, try adding some jewel tones to your eyes. Make a statement by adding a single, shimmery jewel color such as amethyst or emerald, to your lid and blending it up toward your crease.You can also use jewel tones as an accent. Try a royal blue or purple as an eyeliner, or add a pop of a bright green, blue, gold, red, or yellow to the center of your...

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Antes de tudo, use protetor solar. Pule a base. Passe para o bronzeador. Prefira um rímel à prova d'água. Escolha sombras de cores quentes. Use um produto labial leve.


Article in English: The best course of action for healing after unrequited love is to put some distance between you and the person you care about. Seeing them every single day will only make getting over them that much harder.  Press the pause button and avoid seeing them for a while. This means telling them “I need some space…” and refraining from calling, texting, or skimming their social media profiles. If you're afraid that seeing their social media profiles will bring back the pain, unfollow them. Facebook, for example, has an option where you can unfollow a person while still being friends. This way, you can always go back and follow them again in the future. It’s common to idolize someone you love. Unfortunately, this illusion prevents you from seeing the person as they really are. You may be broken-hearted because such a perfect person rejected you, but have you ever considered they aren’t actually perfect?  Realizing that they are only human—just like you—may help ease your pain. Make a list of any qualities you see in the person that aren’t so great. For example, maybe your crush has an annoying laugh or perhaps they aren’t all that friendly to the non-popular kids at school. . Reach out to your close friends and family. Talk to them about what happened. Then, fully hear them out and absorb the comforting and encouraging words they offer. They’ll remind you just how great you are.  Help your loved ones help you by making specific requests. For instance, you might ask a friend to go to the movies with you over the weekend. You might ask your mom or sibling to help you pack up things that remind you of your crush. You might even ask your pals to help you pinpoint your crush’s bad traits. . Simply because the person you love didn’t return that love doesn’t mean you can’t pour love into yourself. Go above and beyond to make yourself feel cherished and cared for.    Eat healthy, nutrient-rich meals and get plenty of  exercise and rest. Fend off stress with relaxing activities, such as coloring, listening to music, or...

Summary in Portuguese:

Afaste-se da pessoa. Derrube-a do pedestal. Obtenha ajuda Cuide de si mesmo Experimente ter um novo passatempo ou fazer uma atividade. Escolha bem suas fontes de entretenimento.


Article in English: The best jeans to choose will fit you comfortably in the hips, butt and thighs. Remember that baggy jeans will become baggy shorts, and tight jeans will be tight shorts.  Jeans made with stretchy material are not the best candidates to turn into shorts. They usually have pieces of rubber or plastic woven in with the fabric, and those won't look good dangling from the bottom of the shorts. You can also turn khaki fabrics into shorts. Just take a look at the tag and make sure they are 100 percent cotton, or close to it. If you're converting a pair of jeans you've barely worn, or that have never been washed, run them through the washer and dryer before proceeding to cut them off. This will pre-shrink the jeans so they won't end up shorter than you want them to be.

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Escolha uma calça para fazer a transformação. Encolha a calça.


Article in English: The best known primary risk factor for developing thyroid cancer is excessive exposure to radiation, particularly during childhood. The cells of the thyroid gland (and most other glands) are very sensitive to x-rays and other forms of radiation, and easily destroyed or mutated if exposed to it. The growing and immature glandular tissue of children is even more susceptible to radiation.  X-rays and CT scans should be minimized in children and only used if absolutely needed to diagnose a threatening condition or disease. When x-rays or other radiological studies are necessary, the lowest dose of radiation that still provides a clear picture should always be used. Other sources of radiation to be aware of include living near nuclear power plants (within 10 miles) and very frequently flying at high altitudes in commercial airplanes. Iodine deficiency isn't very common in most developed countries because the mineral is typically added to table salt, but deficiency can and does lead to an increased risk of thyroid cancer in other less developed regions of the world. Foods rich in iodine include: fish, shellfish (shrimp, lobster), eggs, dairy products, onions, radishes, potatoes, bananas, parsley and kelp.  The thyroid gland needs a steady supply of iodine to function properly and make its hormones, such as thyroxine. Iodine deficiency causes the thyroid gland to swell initially (known as goiter), but chronic (long-term) deficiency promotes nodules and increases the risk of cancer. If you avoid common table salt due to hypertension (chronically high blood pressure), then make sure to eat fish or shellfish regularly or take an iodine supplement. Another major risk factor for developing thyroid cancer is having a gene mutation that causes familial medullary thyroid cancer (MTC). A blood test can be performed at your doctor's office to look for the inherited mutation on the RET gene. If it's found, the most common recommendation is to remove the thyroid gland completely, which effectively prevents the possibility of...

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Evite se expor à radiação, principalmente quando for jovem. Cuide bem do corpo para evitar a deficiência de iodo. Faça um exame de sangue para detectar mutações genéticas. Consulte o médico para fazer exames regulares na tireoide. Lembre-se de que mulheres em idade fértil devem ter ainda mais cuidado.


Article in English: The best lyrics transform thoughts into words. Keep your lyrics simple enough for everyone to understand. Listeners should not need a dictionary to understand your songs. Come up with creative rhymes as much as possible. Great lyrics can combine original imagery with unique thoughts that express your unique views on the world. A good example is this verse from Lil' Wayne. "I'm probably in the sky flying with the fishes / Or maybe in the ocean swimming with the pigeons / See my World is Different" To perform you should know the song forward and backwards. It is impossible to rap very fast when you aren’t certain of the next line. By the time you are ready to perform you should know the lyrics as well as you know your own address or phone number. Fast rappers are all unique in their performance and you should be as well. Use your training and knowledge to perform songs that reflect upon your influences in addition to your own unique approach. It’s not just about how fast you are, but how you are fast.  The style of delivery should reflect how you are as person: maybe you're chill, intense or stylish. These attributes should be reflected in your performance. Perform with confidence, and if you lack confidence, then fake it. If you don't seem confident in your music or yourself, your audience won't buy into your act either. Part of being a great performer is selling the act to the audience.

Summary in Portuguese:

Use a sua imaginação. Memorize suas palavras. Desenvolva seu próprio estilo.


Article in English: The best part about being a homebody is that you’ll be more comfortable partying at home than elsewhere. Because of this, you should throw a party at home and show your friends why your place is awesome. Some examples of parties you can throw at home include:  Pool parties Themed parties like a 1920s night A murder mystery dinner and party When your proud of being a homebody, you’ll revel in hosting quiet get-togethers at home. Ultimately, quiet get-togethers will allow you to enjoy being home and allow you the joy of entertaining others.  Invite some friends over for a card game or board games. Have friends over to talk about current events or politics. Cook things with your friends. For example: Cookies and hot drinks. Hosting dinner parties will also send the signal that you’re comfortable at home and happy to entertain. Dinner parties may also placate some of your friends who might pressure you to go to new places all the time.  Prepare a multi-course meal for friends. In fact, this might be the opportunity to win over extrovert friends who try to get you to go out all the time. Consider holding a dinner party regularly, like once a month or every two months. If a dinner part feels too formal, consider a canape or tapas party. This type of gathering allows you to mingle more with your guests, and is more relaxed and open for those attending. You can even invite others to bring bite-sized treats to share. Another way to own being a homebody is to start a club and host meetings at your home. This way, you can enjoy being at home while you entertain and engage with your friends. Some clubs include:  Book clubs Exercise clubs, such as running groups or a yoga group Cooking groups Craft clubs, such as a quilting or knitting circle, a scrapbooking club, or a painting group A card playing group A dinner or brunch club

Summary in Portuguese:

Dê uma festa. Faça reuniões tranquilas. Prepare um jantar. Funde um clube.


Article in English: The best part of being a homebody is having the availability to spend a lot of time with your family. There are countless family-oriented activities you can do at home. In the end, the opportunity to spend time with your family is one of the things that should make you proudest about being a homebody. Consider:  Playing games with family Watching movies together Gardening together If you’re the type of person who doesn’t like the hustle and bustled involved in going out on the town, you’ll likely relish quiet time at home. Ultimately, the ability to enjoy quiet time at home is one of the most rewarding things of being a homebody. Some quiet activities you can enjoy at home include:  Reading Napping Thinking Meditating Unwinding One of the best things about staying at home is that you’ll save a lot of money that you’d otherwise spend going out on the town. Some ways you’ll save money include:  Transportation, fuel coasts, taxi fare, or mass transit fare Eating out Entertainment at bars, clubs, and elsewhere Perhaps one of the best parts of spending time at home is that you'll be able to do a variety of things to improve your home. Ultimately, you'll want the place you spend the most amount of time to be the nicest place possible.  Clean your home. Tidy things up. For example, work on eliminating clutter. Rearrange your furniture. If you don't like the configuration of your living room, experiment with new designs. Paint your house. Fix things that are broken.

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Aproveite melhor a vida em família. Aprecie o silêncio. Celebre o dinheiro poupado. Melhore o seu lar.


Article in English: The best route to winning over your in-laws is by being a good spouse. Your partner’s parents may naturally admire you if they see that you are making their child happy. Do your best to maintain a  healthy relationship with your spouse and you’ll be one step closer to making your in-laws like you. Your in-laws will like you more when you prove that you value family.  Being a good parent and spending quality time with your family will go a long way towards earning their respect. When it’s all said and done, all they really want is for their child and grandchildren to be loved and well-cared for. If you try to come in between your in-laws and their grandchildren, they’ll dislike you. Be respectful of their role as grandparents and provide opportunities for them to be a part of your children’s lives. Invite them to birthday parties and awards ceremonies. Let your children visit with them on weekends or school holidays.

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Demonstre amor e respeito pela sua companheira. Seja um cara família. Estimule-os a passarem mais tempo com seus filhos.


Article in English: The best shelter rooms are underground, although you can convert any concrete room into a shelter. A basement is often a great place for a shelter. Also look for concrete office buildings or other protected structures unlikely to collapse during an event.  If you have to make an indoors shelter, try to choose a room closer to the middle of the building. This will put as much space between you and the fallout as possible. You can also build a separate concrete room or shelter outside. If you have time, stack sandbags near windows and other spots where radiation can leak in. The more you cover the walls, the more protection you have against radiation. Makeshift materials like mattresses, tables, books, and even bags of clothes help during an emergency. Plan on keeping enough supplies for at least 3 days. Fill it with clean, bottled water and snacks that don’t require much preparation. Be sure to include medical supplies and prescription medication. You will also need a sanitation bucket. A radio is handy, and you can use it to listen to updates. It may help you decide when leaving the shelter is safe. Seal up the entrances with sandbags or other resistant material. Leave a small gap so that everyone in the shelter has enough air to breathe. Also consider installing an air ventilation pump. You may be able to connect it to ventilation pipes already installed in the building.

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Encontre um cômodo feito em concreto. Defenda as paredes com materiais pesados, como sacos de areia. Estoque alimento e outras necessidades. Deixe pequenas aberturas de ar nas entradas.


Article in English: The best thing to do for your achy vocal chords is to drink water. Nothing on the entire Earth is better for you than good ol' H2O. Keep it at room temperature to avoid shocking your throat with the freezing or burning liquid. You shouldn't be chugging the stuff like it's your job. Your body is very good at telling you when you're thirsty, so do not ignore it. Drink regularly, but sensibly. Not only will it help restore your voice, but it's good for your body, your digestive system, your skin, your weight, your energy levels, and just about everything in between.

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Article in English: The best thing to do is to buy long-lasting pieces that will retain their class throughout the seasons. Fashion changes extremely quickly! Don't fill your wardrobe with things that won't be appropriate the same time next year; you'll just regret buying it. Every women needs half a dozen items that are staples in her wardrobe. Find yours. In the context of what flatters your body, find a handful of your favorite, variable pieces. A classic white button-down, a favorite pair of flatteringly-cut jeans, boots, cinched-waist skirt and a sweater, for starters. You can mix and match these items all you want for dozens of different looks. Now that you've got the basics, it's time to have fun! Buy some great shoes, cute accessories and get a haircut! Bright purple leather trench looks too tacky? A handbag in the same style will be fantastic.  After all, the devil's in the details. Accessories and hairstyles are the parts that show your sassy side the easiest. So cut out that celeb 'do from that magazine and head on over to the salon. Might as well get your nails done while you're at it. Note the ol' adage, "Put on your accessories, then take off one before leaving." And it rings true: accessories are great--but a necklace, bracelet, earrings, rings, watch, sunglasses, and hat are a bit much. Pair a couple of accessories with each outfit; don't go overboard. It's always good to have an outsider's perspective, especially a friend to make the time pass by more quickly. Bring along someone who can give you well-formulated critiques regarding your clothes. The image we see in the mirror isn't always how we really look! Take everyone's perspective with a grain of salt. Her style is her style, not yours. But if she absolutely adores something on you and you don't see it, take a moment to look. Wait a minute to see if you can find what she sees. Your mind may open up to a brand new style.

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Comece a comprar. Faça mais compras. Peça para alguém ir com você às compras.


Article in English: The best thing you can do to be a good boy at home is to listen to what your parents tell you to do. If they ask you to help out, to turn down your music, or to join them for dinner with your aunt and uncle, then you should do as they say as much as possible. Of course, if their demands are completely unreasonable, then you should have a nice, open conversation with them, but as a rule of thumb, you can be a good boy and make your parents happy by listening to what they tell you to do.  If your grandparents or other adults live in your home, then you should listen to them, too. When your parents are talking to you, make sure you look them in the eye and that you put away your phone. Make them see that you really care. If you want to be a good boy, then you should help clean up messes instead of creating them. Work to clean up after yourself, do your own laundry, and help your parents with daily tasks like throwing out the trash, taking the dog for a walk, wiping down the kitchen table, or anything else that you can do to lighten the load. If you have required chores, then you should do them without grumbling and even go above and beyond when it comes to housework. You shouldn’t have to ask if you need to help or what you can do. Instead, be observant and look around to see what really needs to be cleaned up or fixed, from a sink of overflowing dishes to a hamper of clean laundry that needs to be folded. Another way to be a good boy is to be nice to your siblings, whether they are older or younger. If you’re the older sibling, you should serve a role model for your siblings and should help them grow more mature and reasonable as they get older. If you’re a younger sibling, then you should be nice and avoid taunting or teasing your older siblings too much and let them have their own space. Being a good sibling is an important part of being a good boy, and you should try to get along with your siblings as much as you can.  You should also help your parents out by spending time with your siblings so they don’t...

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Ouça os seus pais. Ajude em casa. Respeite seus irmãos. Obedeça às regras. Peça desculpas quando tiver cometido um erro. Torne a vida de seus pais mais fácil. Aprenda outras habilidades para ajudar em casa. Encontre passatempos que contribuam para seu desenvolvimento pessoal. Não desobedeça seus pais em público.


Article in English: The best time to flat iron natural hair is right after you have washed and conditioned your locks. If you flat iron hair that contains any hair products or dirt, then your hair will likely look stiff, instead of appearing flowy. While you can (and should) prepare your hair for flat ironing with heat protectant products, you don’t want to leave other routine hair care products (like hairspray) in your hair before you flat iron it. Conditioner strengthens and moisturizes your hair, keeping it healthy and lush. Although using this product should be part of your daily routine, it’s especially important to condition prior to applying heat through flat ironing. On the day you plan to straighten your hair, apply and then rinse out a daily-use moisturizing conditioner when you shower. Heat protectants are a great way to mitigate the damage caused by heat. These products often contain silicon, which coats and protects the hair from the heat of the dryer and flat iron. Spray your hair twice if you’re blow drying and then following up with a straightener. Most of these products can be applied to wet or dry hair. After you’ve washed and conditioned your hair, fully dry it before you start straightening. If you have thin strands of hair prone to breakage, the texture of your hair is what’s known as “fine” or “thin.” This texture is especially at risk for heat damage, so it’s best to let it air dry overnight before flat ironing. Any moisture left in your hair will bubble up during the heating process and damage your hair further.

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Lave a cabeça. Condicione os fios todos os dias. Use um protetor térmico antes de secar com secador e usar a prancha. Espere o cabelo secar para minimizar os danos, se ele for fino.


Article in English: The best time to harvest grass or alfalfa for hay is while it's green but not yet flowering. If you notice your crop beginning to flower, harvest the crop within several days if possible. Alfalfa usually flowers 7-8 months after planting. Plan on harvesting your hay within this time frame. Depending on the size of your harvest, chop the grass or alfalfa about 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) from the roots. After cutting the hay, gather it in a container for curing later on. For larger crops, you can use a rotary disk or sickle mower instead. Lay the grass or alfalfa out on a dry, warm spot with plenty of sunlight. Leave the harvest to dry for at least 2 weeks or until it is completely dry to the touch. If you live in a windy location, dry your crops in a greenhouse or a shed with windows. Hay is especially prone to mold or mildewing. To prevent this, choose a place with low humidity to store your hay (like a shed or garage).  If you have to store your hay outside, you can cover it with a tarp to protect it from moisture. As long as your hay is stored away from moisture, it should last indefinitely.

Summary in Portuguese:

Colha a grama ou a alfafa antes delas florescerem. Corte a grama ou a alfafa usando uma foice ou tesoura. Deixe a grama ou a alfafa secar por duas a três semanas. Guarde o feno em um local seco.


Article in English: The best time to pose and admire your artwork? Immediately after you work out your muscles. When you're feeling jacked and pumped up, it's because your muscles are full of blood. It's the best time to see your progress and appreciate the gains you're making, as well as practicing your poses. Practice full-body flexes, trying to keep every muscle tense at the same time, even if you're mostly bouncing your pecs. It's a workout in itself. As you're posing, it's a good opportunity to check out your symmetry, your good gains, and identify places that you need to isolate or work out more vigorously for next week's training sessions. What needs to be smoothed out? What needs to be bulked up? What exercises will you need to do to get the results you want? It's usually a good idea to solicit feedback from other trainers and bodybuilders at the gym. A lot of the bodybuilding culture will happen at this stage, posing in the weight room and asking others what you need to train. While it's probably not the most important thing, if you're trying to be a bodybuilder, you might as well get some clothes and gear that will help to emphasize how jacked up you're getting. Purchase some good posing trunks, tight-fitting muscle shirts, and a good training belt to help keep you secure during your workouts. Weight-lifting gloves are also common. It's the part that's maybe the most awkward to talk about, but bodybuilders like to keep anything out of the way of those bulging muscles. That means scheduling regular body-waxing, especially before contests. You don't need to do it all the time, but you want to keep up the temple, it's usually common to shave your body a few times a month to keep things under control, then get full a full wax before you perform. If you have pale skin, it's harder to see your muscles, simply put. Bronzing helps to create a bigger contrast, creating shadows where you muscles are popping. It's just easier and more aesthetic to see your muscles if your skin is a little darker. For that reason, you need to...

Summary in Portuguese:

Comece a fazer poses após o treino. Identifique os grupos musculares que deseja melhorar. Compre o equipamento adequado. Depile o seu corpo regularmente. Faça bronzeamento.


Article in English: The best way to deal with split ends is to trim them off. Despite product claims about fixing split ends, they can only be removed, not repaired. Cutting your hair will immediately make it look fresher and restore its body. Aim to get a trim every 6 to 12 weeks, depending on the length, texture, and style of your hair.  Ensure your stylist is using extra sharp scissors. Ask them to cut into a wet tissue and inspect the cut—if you see torn tissue fibers, find another stylist. Cut off as much as you dare. Hair is more damaged at the ends due to increased exposure to heat, chlorine, and so on. Ask the stylist not to blow dry your hair or use any heat-styling tools as these will further damage unhealthy hair. Hair is most susceptible to damage when it’s wet. Avoid vigorously scrubbing your hair in the shower or rubbing it with a towel to soak up excess moisture. Use a wide-tooth comb to detangle your hair starting at the ends and working up towards the roots. You can do this when it’s wet, but make sure to apply a detangling product first. Heat can make your hair look dull and damaged, so it’s best to avoid using heat-styling tools as much as possible. Let your hair air dry and style it with heat-free techniques, like rollers or hair wrapping.  Only use blow dryers, curling irons, and flat irons after applying a heat-protectant product to your tresses. Keep the tools on a low setting to further protect your hair, rather than cranking up the heat as high as it will go. Ionic, ceramic heat-styling tools infused with keratin and argan oils are your best bet for limiting heat damage. Bleaching the color from your hair, then adding chemicals to dye it another color is extremely damaging. Bleaching or dyeing hair can lead to hair breakage, hair loss, and bald patches. Permanent curling or straightening processes are also damaging and should be avoided.

Summary in Portuguese:

Apare as pontas duplas. Trate o cabelo molhado com delicadeza. Pare de usar ferramentas de calor. Evite colorir ou fazer química nos fios.


Article in English: The best way to feel better after losing a loved one is to remember the good times that you shared.  The times you laughed, did silly things together, whatever fond memories you have of the person who has passed away. It also may be helpful to revisit your memory box or book as time passes, so that you don't forget all the great times you had with your grandmother. When we're mourning a loved one, it becomes easy to neglect ourselves in favor of lying in bed all day with a box of tissues. Try to get up and get outside to get some fresh air. Eat regular, balanced meals and aim for some physical activity a few times each week. Self-care activities also mean nurturing your body and spirit. Get a massage, take a relaxing bath with scented oils, meditate, write in your journal, or steal a few hours away to read a good book. Concentrating on helping out others can help you process and move through your own grief. Try to be there for your parents and siblings when you are all going through this. One of your parents lost their mom, which is a terrible loss to bear. Remind them that you love them and offer to do small things that bring them comfort like making tea or lighting a fire. It can be gratifying to know that your grandmother lives on in your memories. You can continue to celebrate her life by picking up some activity or hobby of hers and making it your own. Consider learning to sew if she was really good at it, or take the time to make some of her traditional family recipes when you cook or bake. You may feel guilty for having fun or laughing after your grandmother's death. You might think it's disrespectful to her memory to be happy. That's not true. Hopefully, your grandmother lived a nice, full life and she would surely want the same for you. The grief process can feel very dark and bleak; don't be afraid to let a little light seep in by way of fun nights out with friends or board games with your family.

Summary in Portuguese:

Reviva as boas memórias. Cuide de si mesmo. Apoie seus familiares. Canalize uma parte dela em sua vida. Lembre-se de que não há problema em voltar a sorrir.


Article in English: The best way to fight the other parent's attempted emotional manipulation of your child is to prove them wrong.  Keep the best interests of your child at heart, and don't give up on them just because your ex-spouse is making things difficult. Your child will notice if you seem to stop caring or if you constantly give in to your ex's demands.  You also should maintain relationships with your own family members and other people in your community. Encouraging your child to go on play dates or become involved in community activities will strengthen their connection to you in a positive way and can help combat the effects of alienation. Getting into fights with your ex-spouse, especially in front of your child, will only confuse your child further and give the alienating parent more ammunition. Try to resolve any disagreements you have with the other parent without bringing the child into it. Your child knows the two of you don't get along – you're divorced. But avoid involving your children in these disagreements or causing them to feel as though they're responsible for the problems you're having. Remember that parental alienation is a form of emotional abuse, and avoid engaging in the same behaviors yourself.  Keep in mind that although children may be able to brush off the occasional insulting remark when you are obviously angry or frustrated, these statements can have tremendous consequences, particularly if the other parent is saying similar things about you. Strive to keep your relationship with your child positive and monitor your own behavior, keeping your expressions of anger and hurt under control. Label your emotions, then redirect. For example, you could tell your child "I'm very frustrated right now, and I don't want to dwell on it. Let's do something fun instead." Deal with difficult emotions when your child is not around. Rather than talking negatively about the other parent or throwing accusations, focus on the health and well-being of your child. If you truly believe that your child is in danger,...

Summary in Portuguese:

Mantenha o relacionamento. Evite interações negativas com o outro pai. Evite falar mal do outro pai na frente da criança. Converse com seu filho sobre coisas apropriadas para a idade dele. Solicite a ajuda do tribunal para proibir determinadas condutas.


Article in English: The best way to flatten and level the area for your bocce court is by digging down about 2–4 inches (5–10 cm) into your soil. This will allow you to shovel out any rocks or clumps of soil that would disrupt the surface of the court, and will give you a pit to lay subsequent layers of the court. The bocce court will need to be built on a level area, otherwise the playing surface will be distorted. If you’re concerned that your bocce court may collect rainfall during wet months, dig down less than 4 inches (10 cm). Although you can use any wooden material you like for the borders, pressure-treated 4x4 boards work well. Lay the 4x4s along the edges of your excavated bocce pit, setting them end to end. Using a carpenter’s level, make sure that all boards are even with the ground. Then fasten each 4x4 board to the adjacent boards using 10-inch (25 cm) spikes. You can purchase all of the lumber you’ll need at a local hardware store. Plan ahead before you make your visit: if you’re building a regulation-size bocce court, and are buying 10-foot 3-meter) boards, you’ll need about 14 sections of wood. The base layer of your bocce court should be made of relatively large and stable stone. Use a shovel to lay a layer of 1-inch stone throughout the entire bocce court. If you’ve dug the court area 4 inches (10 cm) deep, plan to lay about a 2-inch (5 cm) layer of this large-stone material. You can buy 1-inch washed crushed stone at a nearby hardware store or gardening center. If you’re having trouble finding the correct material, also try contacting a nearby rock quarry or gravel site. Once you have the 1-inch stone layer covering the entire excavated bocce pit, you can add the second layer. This layer should comprise smaller stones. There are no precise size requirements; gravel would work well, as would ½-inch crushed stone. Use your shovel blade to cover the entire bocce court with the gravel. The layer should be at least 1 inch (2 cm) thick. As with the 1-inch washed crushed stone, you can purchase gravel or smaller...

Summary in Portuguese:

Cave a área da quadra. Instale e conecte as bordas de madeira. Coloque uma base de brita lavada. Coloque uma segunda camada de brita ou cascalho.


Article in English: The best way to increase the speed of your flow and improve your freestyle game is by reversing the way you work. If you've been practicing by starting with a line you've written and then moving away from it by improvising, make yourself start with a new line and work toward that line you've already written and you know is good. This is where those rhyming clusters will help you. If you've got an especially good punch line, practice by rhyming as many different things as you can with it. Exercising around that line will make sure that you've got lots of different options the next time you're improvising. In the beginning, it makes the most sense to freestyle around hard end-rhymes like "bear" and "chair," but eventually those may start becoming stale and leading you into clunky rhymes.  Slant rhymes share consonant sounds without necessarily sharing vowel sound directly. "Vowel" and "bowl" for example, are slant rhymes. Assonance and alliteration are sound-devices in which vowels and consonants, respectively, are repeated in a line. Edgar Allan Poe in his famous poem "The Raven," uses both at once: "the silken sad uncertain rustling of each purple curtain" repeats "s" sounds and "ur" sounds. Like Cassidy's line about "Goin' platinum like Sisqo hair" or Raekwon's line "I get deep like a baby seal," a simile that unexpectedly and creatively compares one thing to another thing is a cornerstone of freestyle hip-hop and poetry alike. In a notebook, brainstorm different endings for similes to pull out of your hat. Fill a couple pages with "like a _______" and experiment by combining them all with the same line: "My flow is cold / like a rainstorm" or "My flow is cold / like a sperm whale" leave very different impressions. You may surprise yourself. Unless you're Rick Ross, it will be hard to pull off any grand claims about your global cocaine trafficking empire if you're a teenager from the suburbs. Rhyme about what you know and be honest. The most important thing (and the thing other freestylers will recognize) is...

Summary in Portuguese:

Inverta a ordem da sua apresentação. Brinque com as palavras. Crie símiles. Seja genuíno. Faça freestyle para alguns amigos.


Article in English: The best way to introduce seductive techniques into a situation is eye contact. To start trying to be seductive, lock eyes with the person you're trying to attract. Hold their gaze to get their attention.  If the person walks over to begin a conversation, maintain eye contact as you talk. People are attracted to those who pay attention to them. Holding someone's gaze can help them feel special, making you come off as seductive. Do not hold eye contact for more than a few seconds if someone is not in conversation with you. You do not want to look like you're staring. Certain facial expressions are read as more seductive than others. When trying to attract someone,  subtlety is key in your facial expression. Instead of beaming at the other person, add a small, sly smile. Holding a person's gaze while offering a close-mouthed smile will come off as highly seductive. Posture can convey interest, which is a seductive quality. Closing your body off by crossing your arms or looking away can convey a lack of interest. Instead, work on maintaining an open posture to show the person you're interested in them.  Face the person when they're talking. Keep your arms away from your chest. Do not put anything, like a purse or bag, on your lap. Lean slightly forward. This conveys a genuine interest in the other person, which can be a seductive quality. If the person seems open to your flirtation, introduce light touch. Touch can trigger sexual interest. Do not overdo it. Stick to light, subtle touches.  For example, gently brush the person's arm or wrist during a conversation. If seated, try brushing the person's knees under the table. Pay attention to the tone you're using when talking. Speak in a soft and pleasant voice. Avoid raising your voice or talking too loud. This can come as angry, and can dampen someone's interest in you.

Summary in Portuguese:

Faça contato visual. Fique atento à própria expressão facial. Exiba a postura adequada. Acrescente algum contato físico sutil. Use o tom de voz adequado.


Article in English: The best way to lay the groundwork for your request is to make sure you’ve been on your best behavior for the days and weeks ahead of time. If you’ve behaved well, your parents will have a more positive view of you and may be more likely to grant your request.  Do well in school. Obey curfews. Do your chores. Don’t talk back to your parents. By showing your parents that you are responsible, they’ll be more likely to trust you on your own in the future. Thus, you should make it your policy to always act responsibly so that you can establish yourself as a responsible person in the eyes of your parents.  Don’t break the law. For example, don’t engage in underage drinking. Avoid friends who are irresponsible or prone to getting into trouble. For example, if your best friend is constantly breaking curfew or getting arrested, your parents may see you as irresponsible because of the association. In addition to responsibility and good behavior, you need to establish a track record as an honest person with your parents. If you’ve lied in the past, your parents won’t be able to trust that you are presenting them with the complete truth about the trip.  Tell your parents where you go and who you attend events with. If you tell them you’re sleeping over at a friend’s house, but instead you go to a beach party 100 miles away, and they find out, they won’t trust you in the future. Stay away from what you think are harmless lies. For example, if you’re dating someone who is 3 years older than you, don’t tell your parents that the person is just a grade ahead of you.

Summary in Portuguese:

Comporte-se bem. Demonstre que é responsável. Não minta.


Article in English: The best way to make sure you’ll get to talk to her again is to make a plan about how you’re going to do it! If you’re talking during a set period of time — lunch break, for example — then you can say that you had something you wanted to tell her that you’ll tell her next time you talk.  For example, say “remind me to tell you about what Mr. Smith said in class last week! It was so funny!” Tell her you’ll see her at a different time — for example, “I’ll see you in English,” or “are you eating lunch in the courtyard today?” Ask her if she’ll be at mutual social events: “Are you going to Becky’s party this weekend? I can return your notes then.” Sit with her at lunch, or talk to her between classes if you see her hanging out by her locker. The more she sees you and talks to you outside of the classroom context, the more she’ll see you as a friend instead of just as a classmate. You want to show interest in her, but you don’t want her to think you’re stalking her! Play it cool — don’t be around every single corner she turns. Try to get into a routine where you talk to her at the same times every day — for example, between two particular classes, or at lunch, or before or after school. That way, you can be confident that you’ll see her every day and not feel like you have to chase her around. From time to time, you might even skip talking to her for a day or two. Give her a little time to miss hanging out with you, and she’ll look forward to your company even more. When you’re talking to somebody outside of school entirely, you’re on your way to being more than just classmates. However, a good, neutral way to ask for somebody’s number is to say that you want to ask a question about class.  Use the number to ask questions about class at first, so she doesn’t feel like you tricked her into giving you her phone number. Send text messages instead of calling her for a conversation. You won’t be as nervous, and she won’t feel as much pressure. After sending a couple texts about homework or due dates, begin sending...

Summary in Portuguese:

Planeje futuras conversas. Fale com ela fora da sala de aula. Não seja ansioso demais. Peça pelo seu telefone. Convide-a para fazer algo depois da escola.


Article in English: The best way to pick a charity is to find a cause you're passionate about. If you love animals, fundraise for a shelter. If you're bookworm, raise money for library. If you care about making sure everyone gets fed, pick a homeless shelter, food pantry, or soup kitchen to raise money for. It's important to make sure your charity is legitimate. If possible, visit the charity's offices, and make sure they have nonprofit status before raising money for them. If you give the charity a call, they'll be able to give you more information about fundraising for them. In addition, they may be able to offer you a few tools, such as official stickers or pens to hand out to people who donate. In addition, they'll be able to advise you about what you can't do when raising money. Some corporations will match the charitable donations you make. That will double the amount of money you are able to give to your chosen charity.

Summary in Portuguese:

Escolha uma instituição de caridade. Entre em contato com a instituição. Tente conseguir parcerias com empresas privadas.


Article in English: The best way to prevent dental problems and staining is still brushing and flossing, hands down. Be sure to brush before bed and when you get up, but after meals is essential, too. Food left on your teeth can lead to stains -- when it immediately is brushed off, stains can't form. Aim for brushing a full 2 minutes each time. And brush your tongue and gums, too! Though brushing and flossing are more imperative than using mouthwash and gum, the more precaution you take against stains, the whiter your teeth will be (and stay). In between hygiene sessions, just pop in a piece of whitening gum or take a quick swish of whitening mouthwash. It's good for your health, too!  Gum and mouthwashes help to keep your teeth white and prevent staining while also fighting against bacteria and cavities. These won't have a great effect on their own, but can make a bit of difference when combined with a good brushing and flossing regimen. Think of them as the icing on the cake. That includes cigarettes, pipes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and snuff. All of them are bad for you and your teeth. It's tempting to think that chewing tobacco is better for you (and your teeth) than smoking, but it's not. Chewing tobacco and snuff have at least 28 chemicals that lead to oral cancer and are much more addictive than nicotine because they are directly absorbed through the oral mucosa. You're only good bet is to stay away from them all. If you can't start your morning without a cup, try drinking it through a straw, so it doesn't stain your teeth. It's better to cut these out entirely, so if you can muster it, do so.  And no, cream or milk won't make your coffee stain less. The enamel-destroying powers are still there. So unless that cream takes up most of your cup (eliminating room for coffee), that lighter color won't do you much good. Cut back on soft drinks as well because they can also erode your enamel. Nowadays tooth-colored fillings are all the rage. However, you may have a dark, highly visible amalgam filling if a natural color wasn't...

Summary in Portuguese:

Atenha-se à rotina de escovação e uso do fio dental. Outra opção é usar chiclete e enxaguantes bucais para clarear os dentes. Evite todas as formas de tabaco, como cigarro, cachimbo, fumo de rolo e mascar tabaco, que são prejudiciais para a saúde e para os dentes. Diminua a ingestão de café e chá. “Disfarce” as cáries. Faça visitas regulares ao dentista. Use tons de azul. Coma alimentos crocantes.


Article in English: The best way to reduce the damage you receive is by wearing a fire elemental armor. It can reduce the amount of fire damage taken from mobs. Since Infernal Abyss is filled with monsters that inflicts fire, equipping a fire element will halve the additional damage to low.  Tanks should also consider wearing the HP orange gear for both top and bottom as their roles are mainly supportive. DPS should consider wearing defensive gear for the top set and offensive gear for the bottom. Use full-damage sets during the first couple of floors to quicken the pace and then switch them to defense at a later time to avoid one-shot kills. EVA equipments are found useless in this dungeon since Zaahir is reincarnated every 5 floors, which can make him much higher level than you. So no matter how much your EVA is, the boss still lands hits on you. Blue weapons are the best weapons for this dungeon. They can have stats buff that deal an additional 30% damage to certain elemental monsters.  You can consider using a subweapon with the enchantment that deals +30% to flame monsters too. You can buy this from auctions at a cheap price. Secret Stones is one of the best way to deal additional damage. It will give you 6% crit damage + damage % toward flame monsters. If you have a Beirut Card, a boss card obtained from the Beirut bunny boss in Other world: Port Skandia, this lets you deal an additional 18% damage toward flame monsters. Use this card to your costume hats. Eidolons will help you clear dungeons faster. Your team should have at least 1 of the following Eidolons while the other two can be random.  Tigerius Caesar is a good choice since it increases the move speed of the party members. Keep in mind that we're racing time here, so an additional speed is a plus. Bel-Chandra or Uzuriel gives Crit Damage buff, which adds additional damage to your attack.

Summary in Portuguese:

Use armor do elemento fogo. Use a arma certa. Use o Eidolon certo.


Article in English: The best wooden box to work with is something that is relatively shallow, between 1 to 3 inches (2.54 to cc centimeters) deep. It is best for stud earrings, but it can work for hook earrings too. You can use acrylic paint or spray paint for this. For something more girlish, paint the outside of the box with fine, scrapbooking glitter. Be sure to coat it with a glossy sealer afterwards to keep the glitter from shedding, however. If you plan on wrapping these strips around a pencil (for extra support) make them 4 inches (10.16 centimeters) wide. If you don't plan on doing that, make them 6 to 8 inches (15.24 to 2032 centimeters) wide instead. If you'd like, you can roll the felt around a short dowel or pencil to make it sturdier. Make sure that the dowel or pencil is long enough to fit inside the box. To make this permanent, glue the felt rolls seam-side-down into the box. Make sure that all of the felt tubes are facing the same direction. If you can still see the bottom of the box, you will need to make more felt tubes. Cut a piece of fabric the same width as the inside of your box, but a few inches/centimeters longer. Drape it over the top, then tuck the fabric in between the felt tubes. Tuck any excess fabric between the first/last tubes and the sides of the box. This holder works best for stud earrings, but it can also work for hook earrings if you insert them sideways.

Summary in Portuguese:

Pinte uma caixa de madeira da cor que você deseja. Corte várias tiras de feltro com o mesmo comprimento da parte interna da sua caixa. Enrole cada pedaço de feltro em um tubo fino. Acomode todos os tubos de feltro na parte inferior da caixa. Cubra os tubos com um pedaço de tecido para obter um melhor acabamento. Coloque seus brincos entre os tubos de feltro.


Article in English: The biggest struggle with transitioning your hair is preventing breakage due to damage and dryness. Do what you can to keep your hair hydrated and conditioned by using a conditioner on a daily basis. Every evening before bed, thoroughly incorporate either coconut oil or olive oil into your hair and let is soak for 30 minutes to an hour. This will help replenish your hair with moisture and nutrients that will strengthen the demarcation line (the part of the hair where the transition is occurring).  To keep the shampoo from stripping moisture, try to wash your hair one to three times a week. On shampoo days, apply to the roots only so that you get the oil and debris at the scalp without stripping your strands. Then, condition as per usual. Consider using a leave-in conditioner for your hair during the day. Apply some to your hair before you style it, paying careful attention to the demarcation line. Deep conditioning treatments take adding moisture to a new level. Although they are typically only used once a month or so, transitioning hair needs extra conditioning and can handle the treatments more frequently. Purchase a deep-conditioning treatment from your local beauty supply store, and apply it to your hair once a week. Alternately, you can also choose to visit a salon and get deep-conditioning treatments regularly.  Follow the bottle instructions for your deep conditioner. If you’re feeling frugal, another great alternative to a deep conditioner is using a bottle of mayonnaise. Although it sounds (and might smell) a bit unappealing, it can work wonders on adding moisture to your hair. Apply it to your hair once a week for 30 minutes to an hour. If you decide to have a professional deep condition your hair, try looking for someone who specializes in transitioning hair. They’ll be able to provide you with products and services designed specifically to meet your needs. In general, hot tools should be avoided if you’re trying to protect your hair. Using curling irons, flat irons, and blow driers can stress your...

Summary in Portuguese:

Mantenha seu cabelo hidratado. Use um condicionador profundo regularmente. Fique longe de calor. Limite as suas lavagens de cabelo. Dê a si mesma uma massagem com óleo quente. Promova o crescimento do cabelo com uso de suplementos. Evite adicionar produtos químicos em seu cabelo. Compre novos produtos para o cabelo.


Article in English: The blade should meet the stone at an angle of 15°-20.° This will result in a cutting angle of 30°-40.°  Keeping the angle consistent throughout the sharpening process is key to a good sharpening. With an official Swiss Army knife, you can approximate the correct angle by resting the back edge of the blade on two stacked pennies.  If you have a hard time keeping the angle correct and consistent, you can buy a sharpening guide for about $10 that will make the task easier. Run the knife along the stone as if you were trying to carve a thin piece off the stones surface, repeating this motion several times.  If your knife is very dull, start this process on the rough side of the whetting stone, or with a diamond stone.  Don't apply too much pressure. Let the stone do the work.  If using lubricant, add more every few dozen strokes to wash away metal shavings.  If the knife blade is longer than the stone, you’ll need to sweep the blade sideways as you sharpen so that the entire edge is sharpened completely and  evenly.  As a rule of thumb, you'll want to give the blade six to twelve strokes across the stone.  A more precise way to know when to switch sides is to look for a burr (also sometimes called a "wire") that is formed on the other side of the edge. You'll be able to feel burr with your thumb on the side of the edge opposite the stone. The formation of a burr indicates that the steel is thin enough at the very edge that it is folding over slightly. The steel must get very thin to be razor-sharp. Now, turn the blade over and repeat the process, sharpening the other side of the blade. To get a razor-sharp edge, and to remove the burr on the knife, you'll now want to switch to finer grit (i.e. the other side of your whetting stone, if you've got a standard two-sided sharpener).  At this stage, alternate which side of the blade is making contact with the stone with each stroke.  Apply even gentler pressure on these last few strokes to avoid raising another burr.

Summary in Portuguese:

Coloque a lâmina sobre a pedra. Afie um lado da lâmina. Afie o outro lado. Troque para uma pedra mais fina.