While blades are recyclable, most city curbside recycling programs will not take them. They pose a health safety to the sanitation workers when placed with other recyclables. The blades can also mess up the recycling machines. While you can't just toss the blades in your curbside recycling program, you may be able to walk them in to the scrap metal section. Call the city's recycling program to see if that's an option for you.  You can find the contact information on your city's website under the sanitation department. Until you can dispose of your blades, keep them in a blade bank. You can buy blade banks online, or simply keep razors in things like prescription bottles, which are strong enough to hold the razors without danger. When you take your blades in to the scrap metal center, choose the steel recycling bin. Ask a worker if you can put them in the bin by themselves or if they need to be in a recyclable container to protect sanitation workers from being cut. Some stores, such as Whole Foods, have stations set up to return razors. Keep in mind, though, they may only take certain brands that are made to be recycled, so check the bin before putting your razors in. All you need to do is put the razors in the bin at the store. Typically, you can find these bins in the razor and toiletry aisle. Some razor companies and shaving cream companies have mail-in programs. Usually, you'll need to buy something from them, but others may let you mail in your razors without buying from the company. For instance, the shaving cream company Bikini Soft mails their products in a cardboard box. You can mail your razors back in the box, and it comes with a free shipping label.

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Nunca descarte os aparelhos de barbear em um local que você não tem certeza se faz esse tipo de reciclagem. Entre em contato com a prefeitura da sua cidade para obter mais informações sobre a reciclagem das lâminas de barbear. Quando levar as lâminas até uma usina de reciclagem, você deve descartá-las no local apropriado para o descarte de metais. Verifique na sua região se tem algum mercado que recebe materiais recicláveis. Pesquise na internet por programas de reciclagem que possam receber aparelhos de barbear inteiros.


While each publisher or agent may have their own guidelines for formatting, generally you will need to double-space your work. Use a 12-point font such as Times New Roman.  If you don't have guidelines, you should include your name and the title of your work at the top of every page. Always use one-inch margins when submitting work for publication. Whatever you submit to a publisher or agent needs to be pristine. Carefully read through your work to eliminate any typos, misspellings, grammatical mistakes, or missing words. Edit for conciseness as well. Remove any unnecessary words, phrases, or clichés.  Try reading your entire synopsis out loud to catch any mistakes. You can hire a copyeditor to proofread it for you. Get a friend or professional copyeditor to look over the synopsis for you. They can give you suggestions about what you may need to change before submitting it to an agent or publisher. Do not just send the same synopsis out to every publisher. Instead, identify the submission guidelines of each agent or house, and change the synopsis to fit their guidelines.  For example, one publishing house may require you to cut down your synopsis to one page. In this case, focus on just the main conflict. Another may ask for four pages. In this one, you can go into more detail. If you do not tailor your synopsis to a publisher, they may not read your submission. Usually, the synopsis is part of a proposal that may also include a query letter and a sample of your written work. Every publisher and agent has their own guidelines for these submissions, so read their author submission rules carefully.  A query letter should contain a short summary of your work, a brief paragraph explaining your credentials, and a reason why the agent should accept your submission. A sample may include one or two chapters, one act of a screenplay, or one short story out of a collection. In most cases, it will be the first scene or chapter.

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Formate a sinopse de acordo com as orientações da editora. . Peça para outra pessoa ler a sinopse para você. Ajuste a sinopse de acordo com cada editora ou agente literário ao qual for enviá-la. Envie a sinopse com uma carta de apresentação e amostras.


While each state has its own process, nearly every state will require you to fill out an application permitting you to sell firewood.  Obtain the application, fill it out, sign it, and take it to a state forestry office for approval. After being approved, you will likely be issued a stamp or tickets that can be used to label or bundles. Your name will also be added to a list of state-approved vendors. You will need a separate application for each county you harvest wood in and for each separate type of firewood. Since firewood sources and other details can change on a yearly basis, you will need to reapply as a vendor each year. Make sure that you renew your application on time. Typically, the deadline will arrive sometime in early to mid-fall. While some states will allow you to move firewood past state lines when strict conditions are followed, most states strongly discourage it, so it is easier and safer to only sell firewood locally. Firewood easily transports invasive insects. Selling firewood from your state to someone in another state could introduce that pest into another area, thereby spreading the problem. Moreover, since the insect will not be native to that area, there will not be as many natural predators to help reduce the population. Most states will only allow you to sell firewood in full or partial cords. A cord is a stack of firewood measuring 128 cubic feet (39 cubic meters). Similarly, a half cord is 64 cubic feet (19.5 cubic meters) and a quarter cord is 32 cubic feet (9.8 cubic meters).  The dimensions of the pile do not need to be precise as long as the total volume equals the correct amount. For instance, the stack could be 4 feet (1.2 meters) wide, 4 feet (1.2 meters) high, and 8 feet (2.4 meters) long, but it could also be 2 feet (0.61 meters) wide, 4 feet (1.2 meters) high, and 16 feet (4.9 meters) long. You are not allowed to sell firewood using terms like "face cord," "rack," "pile," or "truckload." No matter how much firewood you sell, the moment you decide to become a firewood...

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Obtenha a aprovação do estado onde vive. "Renove" a sua permissão sempre que necessário. Só venda lenha nas áreas permitidas. Embale a lenha em unidades à base da corda de madeira. Pague os impostos.


While employers will require an SSN, it is possible to make small amounts of money as a self-employed person without having an SSN.  The typical rule is that if you earn more than $400 in the course of a year as a self-employed person, you are required to file a return, and would therefore require an SSN. Note that while it may be tempting to be paid in cash for doing small jobs, or even running a small business, this is ultimately illegal. The IRS can audit you, and will be able to identify unreported cash income using your bank statements, or by noting any discrepancies between income and lifestyle or assets. It is possible to make under $400 without reporting, and therefore you can find jobs that would pay under that. There are multiple options to consider.  Quick jobs include babysitting, mowing lawns, shoveling snow, walking dogs, or doing small repairs or odd jobs for friends or family. Consider what your skills are, and target your jobs to tasks that fall within what you are good at. The best way to locate potential customers is to start by asking friends or family. They may need odd jobs done, or know somebody needs odd jobs done. Consider printing flyers as well, or handing them door-to-door. If, for example, you want to quickly make some money mowing lawns, you can print out posters advertising your services and price, and place them on telephone polls. You can also hand them out to individuals who you feel may need the service, such as elderly people, or individuals who have busy lifestyles.

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Entenda as regras. Encontre trabalhos esporádicos para ganhar dinheiro. Divulgue seu trabalho.


While every region of the United States speaks differently, there is a stereotypical form of American English that serves as a solid baseline for American dialects. Generally speaking, use hard vowels and R-sounds by sounding them out more thoroughly. Other forms of English (like British, Irish, and Australian English) tend to blend vowels and R-sounds, while General American English tends to over-enunciate them.  Including a harder R-sound makes words like “card” sound like “kaard” instead “cawd.” Another example would be “other,” which might sound like “oth-a” in British English, but sounds like “uh-ther” in American English. Opting for hard vowels instead of soft vowels makes words like “cut” sound like “khut” in American English, while it might sound like “khat” in British English. While there are several versions of a Southern accent, you can create a general Southern accent by swapping vowel sounds. Turn O-sounds into I-sounds and I-sounds into O-sounds. I-sounds are often drawn out to sound like two E’s in words like “bill,” which makes it sound like “bee-hill.” The reverse is also true: words like “pen” sound like “pin.”  Other examples include “feel” sounding like “fill,” and “think” sounding like “thenk.” Note that, in each example, the E, and the I-sounds are swapped. Swapping the O and I makes words like “hot” sound like “hight,” and words like “like” sound like “lok.” While New York, Boston, and Philadelphia all have unique accents, they all tend to replace A-sounds and O-sounds with “aw” or “uh.” Use the roof of your mouth more than you usually do and use “aw” to replace soft-A sounds and O-sounds for a Northeastern accent. This makes words like “call” and “talk” sound like “kawl” and “tawk,” and words like “off” and “love” sound like “awf” and “lawve.” While the Midwest has a variety of accents, most of them replace short O-sounds with short A-sounds. Play with O-sounds to make them shorter or longer to sound like you’re from the Midwest. The manipulation of O-sounds makes words like “hot”...

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Force as vogais e os Rs para imitar o inglês americano geral. Troque os sons de O, I e E para imitar o sotaque sulista. Para falar com o sotaque nordestino, troque “al” e “o” por “aw”. Brinque com os Os para falar como um nativo do meio-oeste. Force os sons de K e elimine os Ts para falar do jeito californiano.


While extroverts are primarily concerned with what's going on outside themselves, introverts are often preoccupied with their inner world. One way to shift focus is by keeping a journal; commit to a daily writing practice.  Ask yourself questions like:  What did I feel?  Why? What did I learn today?  Who did I learn from? What ideas arrived?  Who did I think about today? How was today different than yesterday? Than last week? Than last year? What can I be grateful for?  Who in my world seems lonely? Why? Imagination and ideas develop from observation of the exterior world. The more you observe outside you, the more you take notice and the more connections you can make from concepts that may not naturally fit together.  When you're by yourself, what do you notice?  What impressions does the world make on you? Creativity could be seen as 'self-absorbed', but a tremendous external focus is involved. Write fictional short stories Create works of art - painting, sculpture, sketching, etc. Use an art journal Write songs Write poetry Such activities will cultivate patience and possibly relieve stress, as well as boredom, during times when you have to be alone. Here are some ideas:  Reading  Knitting, crochet  Programming  Listening to music by yourself Practicing an instrument Taking a solitary walk or hike Whether that means relating to a higher power, meditating or just taking time out of your day to learn something new, any shift or increase in perspective will nurture your introverted side.  Practicing mindfulness and things like Zen driving will also help. Contemplating the mysteries of science (the universe, quantum theory) can also be an intensely introspective experience. . Sometimes solitude and looking inward can seem "boring" to an extrovert, since you're used to drawing energy from external stimuli. Think of learning how to embrace solitude similar to starting a new sport, one that you're not already naturally talented in. At first it's awkward and repetitive, but once you get the hang of it, you'll...

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Mantenha um diário. Nutra a sua criatividade individual. Desfrute de tarefas solitárias. Aumente a sua consciência. Seja paciente.


While figuring out what you want to do each day might sound relatively straightforward, this could actually be the most difficult and essential step in learning how to keep a daily schedule. It’s not always easy to figure out your goals and to achieve them. At the same time, what you want to do in the moment may not align with your long-term goals. It’s best to balance these out as much as possible, as opposed to only focusing on one or the other.   Set your long-term goals. Do you have a particular job or career you’d like to pursue? Are there certain people you know who you’d like to become better friends with? Maybe you want to make a sports team at your school.  Whatever your goals might be, getting them down on paper can make them seem more concrete than if they remain mere images inside your own head. Make a list of incremental things you can do to start achieving these goals. Plan time every day to do these activities. It is useful to get advice from others when figuring out your goals. But it’s important to recognize the goals that are actually relevant to your own desires. Your daily schedule may still have obligations that aren’t aligned with your own goals.  For example, does your parent want you to become something specific, like a lawyer or a doctor? While such wishes are often associated with parents’ desires for their children to be happy and successful, this career path may not make the child happy and fulfilled. Talking to them about how their desires for you might stifle your independence can be a good first step to becoming more comfortable figuring these things out for yourself. The worst thing you can do is go through life doing what others want you to do and never figuring out what will truly make you happy. When you determine your own long-term goals, figure out how these fit with the expectations that other people have for you. You may not be able to completely avoid your obligations and other people’s expectations. But you can start to schedule your time to focus more diligently on...

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Incorpore seus objetivos de longo prazo às suas atividades diárias. Separe os objetivos que traçou para si mesmo daqueles que outras pessoas estabeleceram. Dê prioridade à sua lista de tarefas.


While formal education is never required for art, it will help you learn the basic illustration techniques like shading, adding texture, and composition. Sign up for a drawing or illustration class at your local community center or find a college that offers classes. Research different courses that are provided and choose one that interests you.  Even if you've been drawing independently for years, taking a class may teach you something new and will surround you with other illustrators that you can give you feedback and tips. Things to consider when looking for classes include the class schedule and the cost of the courses. In addition to these basic techniques that every illustrator should have, there are also more advanced techniques used by many illustrators that include etching, stipple, and crosshatching. Doodling or drawing images to take notes in class can help hone your skills, however, dedicated and concentrated practice enables you to make vast improvements in your technique. Set aside extra time each day to sit down and seriously draw something in your newly developed style. Pinpoint areas that you are weak in and deliberately practice drawing things you have difficulty illustrating.  For instance, if you are great at drawing faces but bad at anatomy, take extra time to draw the human body until you become more proficient. Make sure that you're in an environment that you feel comfortable so that you can get the most out of your practice. Even though your style is unique to you, it's important that you don't let your ego get in the way of actually improving. Though art is all subjective, there are things that you can do to improve your technique regardless of your experience. Have open and honest conversations about your drawings and take the advice if you feel it is valid.  Many art classes will have critiques where other artists will comment on your work and talk about how you can improve. Don't let a suggestion get you down. Instead of being upset, examine what's being said and consider that it...

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Matricule-se em um curso de desenho para aprender técnicas básicas. Treine com frequência e consistência. Peça feedback a professores e outros artistas. Seja único.


While garlic is generally safe for you to eat, supplementing with garlic isn’t right for everyone. Garlic may interact with certain medications, and it can increase your risk of bleeding if you’re taking blood thinners. Additionally, garlic can trigger heartburn or upset stomach. Talk to your doctor to make sure garlic is right for you. Your bleeding risk may also increase if you take over-the-counter NSAIDs. Let your doctor know about all of the medications you’re taking. While you can typically treat a flu at home because it’s a viral infection, it can cause complications like pneumonia or bronchitis. These conditions can be very serious and often require medical treatment. See your doctor if you’re in 1 of the following high-risk groups: Young children under the age of 6 Older adults over the age of 65 People with weakened immune systems Individuals with chronic illnesses, like diabetes, asthma, or heart disease Pregnant women People who have a BMI over 40

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Antes de usar qualquer suplemento de alho, vá ao médico. O tratamento imediato é ainda mais importante se estiver em um grupo de alto risco em relação à gripe.


While halves and thirds have unique words in Spanish, fractions from fourths to tenths are the same as the ordinals for those numbers. The powers of ten also are ordinals. All other fractional words are formed by adding the suffix -avo to the correct cardinal number. For example, if you wanted to write out "one-eleventh" you would write "onceavo." When you are using the fraction as an adjective, you might add parte immediately after the fraction, just as in English you would add the word "part." For example, if you wanted to express "I took the third part," you would write "tomé la tercera parte." In English, fractions typically are written out as hyphenated phrases. However, in Spanish any fraction you write using words is written as one word, no matter how long that word is. For example, if you wanted to write out the fraction 1/59, you would write "cincuenta nueveavo." The basic rule is that fractions in Spanish are masculine if you are using them as nouns, and feminine if you are using them as adjectives.  Fractional nouns that express powers of ten can be either masculine or feminine. Which you use depends on where you are in the world – in Spain they typically are feminine, while in Latin America they typically are masculine. For example, if you wanted to write "one tenth" in Spanish you might write "décimo" in Guatemala, but in Spain you would probably want to write "décima" to ensure you were understood. Fractional nouns other than the powers of ten are always masculine. Percents are expressed in Spanish the same way they are in English. You can either write it out with the words or the % sign. For example, you could write either "7 por ciento" or "7%."

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Aprenda a forma da palavra para frações diferentes. Use parte para falar de frações. Escreva os substantivos fracionados como uma palavra só. Escolha o gênero correto das frações. Use por ciento para falar das porcentagens.


While it can be temping to tell your best friend about your feelings over text or through a phone call, it’s better to talk to them in person. This helps show that you’re serious about your feelings, and you can gauge your best friend’s reaction more easily when you’re face-to-face. Talk to your best friend when you’re together on a casual outing, such as at the park or eating a meal. Write out specific things you want to tell your best friend when you're sharing your feelings, or even just think about what you might say in your head beforehand. Preparing some specific things to say will help you feel more relaxed and confident when you have the real conversation. Practice what you'd like to say in front of a mirror to help you feel more confident if you're super nervous. Telling your best friend that you like them during a commercial break or right before they need to go isn’t a good idea. Pick a moment where you’re both comfortable and have nowhere to rush off to, such as in the evening or during the weekend.  For example, you might choose to talk to them Friday after school so they have the whole weekend to think about their own feelings. Telling them right before school or really quickly in between activities might cause them to feel overwhelmed. Plan to have enough time to not only tell your best friend how you feel, but to allow them time to think and respond if they’d like to. Pick a spot to talk that isn't very public, like in a park or a secluded part of school. It’s also best to talk to your best friend away from family and friends so that neither of you feels awkward or like people are listening to your conversation. Instead of having the conversation at a loud and crowded restaurant, think about taking a walk with your best friend and telling them then. Start a conversation by talking about things you would normally talk about, such as school, homework, or extracurricular activities. Once you're both feeling comfortable, let them know you have something you'd like to share with them. Be open and...

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Peça para se encontrarem pessoalmente. Planeje-se com antecedência para chegar preparada. Escolha um momento que dê tempo para o outro processar o que está ouvindo. Escolha um momento a sós, para que tenham privacidade. Comece uma conversa normal antes de compartilhar seus sentimentos. Destaque o quanto a amizade de vocês é importante. Deixe claro que não precisa de uma resposta imediata.


While it is possible to crack a smile when you’re in a bad mood, smiling under these circumstances can sometimes make people wary of you because they can tell the smile isn’t authentic. Offer a genuine smile to others whenever possible.  To ensure that your smile is genuine, don't smile when you just aren't feeling it. If you do, it will give others the impression that you can't be trusted. Remember how it feels when you do crack a genuine smile. Try to regain that feeling each time you smile. Even if you aren’t in the best mood, think of something that truly makes you happy before you smile. That can often lead to a genuine smile. A genuine smile comes from being happy and positive. Be happy that things are going well for the person you're talking to, that someone's joke is funny, or that you're about to eat your favorite food.  Even when you aren't feeling cheerful, you can still find reasons to smile. Focus on the positive things that are going on in your life and it will be easier to smile. When you're dealing with a person or situation that makes you feel ambivalent and you're not sure whether a smile or not, err on the side of smiling – find one thing that is positive about the person or situation and use that to create your smile. Think about someone you care about, such as the person in front of you, or something that you genuinely love to do. It's much easier to produce a natural, easy-going smile when you focus on the people or things that you love. If you find yourself in a situation where it’s important to smile and you aren’t necessarily feeling it at the moment, it helps to have a mental list of people and things that you love to run through in your head to make it easier to smile. When you’re having fun or enjoying yourself, it’s always easier to smile. See life as an adventure and allow your inner to the child to play by engaging in games, sports, and other leisure activities. When you’re playing a game or participating in an activity with friends and family, avoid getting overly competitive....

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Tenha um sorriso verdadeiro. Sorria quando se sentir bem. Sorria por amor. Sorria quando se sentir brincalhão.


While it may be tempting to wear minimal clothing to beat the heat during outdoor activities in the summer, exposing that much skin to the sun will result in tanning and possibly sunburn.  Keep in mind that densely woven, lightweight fabrics will provide protection and shade the skin while running, biking, playing golf, and other outdoor activities. Depending on the type of outdoor activity you are participating in, different measures can be taken to increase protection against harmful UV rays.  Golf:  With long hours on the course and increased UV reflections from the ponds and sand traps, you experience higher exposure to UV rays.  Be sure to always wear a broad-brimmed hat (not a visor or a baseball hat!) and sunglasses, along with long pants or longer shorts and a shirt that minimally covers your shoulders and upper arms. Tennis, Running, and Hiking:  Due to the excessive perspiration that accompanies these activities, participants are at an increased risk of sweating off their sunscreen.  Because of this, reapplication of sunscreen is not enough protection, and clothing and hats with a UPF of 30 or higher are necessary to provide extra defense from prolonged sun exposure. Biking:  Because of the posture your body is in while riding a bike, the back of the neck, the forearms, and the upper thighs receive much more sun exposure than the rest of the body.  To avoid tanning or sunburn during a long bike ride, wear to-the-knee bike shorts, long sleeves, and a wide-brimmed hat and/or cover your neck with the collar of a shirt or a bandana. Sailing and Swimming:  These activities have some of the highest UV exposure levels due to excessive reflection of UV rays off of the water.  In addition to protective clothing and liberal reapplication of sunscreen, sailors and swimmers are recommended to choose sunscreen brands that include zinc oxide or titanium dioxide because they block and reflect UV rays better than other types of sunscreen ingredients that absorb UV rays. It’s easy to forget to reapply sunscreen when...

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Use roupas protetoras mesmo no calor. Pense bem nos arredores. Reaplique o filtro solar com mais frequência do que julga necessário.


While it may seem easier and maybe even kinder in the moment to fib about why you don't want to go on a second date, making something up has the potential to seriously backfire. You may also be tempted to ghost the person — never contact them again and stop responding to their texts and calls, but this is unfair and can be more hurtful than just telling the person you're not interested.  Saying "no" should be enough without having to make up an excuse. Don't say "yes" and then pretend you're busy whenever the person calls you, or promise yo call and follow up and then ignore them. If you make up an excuse, it's very possible you might get caught in your lie. Pretending to be sick, that you're getting serious with someone else, that you have to work, etc. — all of these excuses may seem appealing, but the other person could easily find out that you are lying, especially if you have mutual friends. Email and texting are convenient and might make it a little easier to turn someone down since they are not right there in front of you, but it's also very difficult to convey your tone. It can be very easy for the other person to misinterpret what you are saying if they can't hear your voice or see your face and body language.  If the question comes up at the end of the fist date, this is a good time to tell them in person. Or if they ask you face-to-face for a second date. You don't necessarily have to set up a special time to meet up just to tell them "no." If the person texts or emails you about a second date, you might write back, "Can I call you?" and let them down over the phone. . If you're worried you can't say "no" to a second date, you may need to do some work on being more assertive. This doesn't mean being aggressive or nasty — it means you can comfortably state your opinion and how you feel while being respectful of the other person. Remember that it's okay to say "no" — it's your right to turn someone down and you don't need to apologize or even explain yourself. This can be very difficult for some...

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Evite mentiras e rejeição passiva. Tente falar com o cara pelo telefone. Seja assertiva Use frases com “eu”. Observe o seu tom de voz. Preste atenção à sua linguagem corporal. Seja firme.


While it may seem too obvious, the title is the first step in determining if this is a crochet pattern you want to try. The title will let you know if the pattern is for a scarf, a blanket or some other item. Sometimes, the title may also offer you clues to the difficulty of the pattern. Examine the pattern to determine if it is designed for beginner, intermediate or advanced-level crocheters. The difficulty is usually listed under the title. There is no reason to read through a pattern that is advanced if you are just beginning to learn to crochet. Look to see what the finished measurements of the project will be. If it is a pattern for some type of wearable garment, the sizes that are available from this pattern will be listed. Your pattern will tell you what type of yarn can be used and what the weight of the yarn should be. It will also tell you how much yarn you will need to complete the project. The crochet pattern will even tell you what size crochet hook to buy and if there are any other materials you will need to complete the project.

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Leia o título. Observe a dificuldade da receita. Determine o tamanho do projeto final. Revise a lista de materiais.


While it may seem unusual to decorate when by yourself, it is a great way to get into the Christmas spirit and lift your mood. Put up your tree, hang decorations around the house, and string up a garland or two. You can also try stringing up some lights out front for visitors to see. If you had a special decorating tradition growing up, you can do that on your own. For example, maybe you always put a Santa hat on top of a Christmas tree instead of a star or angel. Engaging in this tradition alone can help you feel close to your loved ones, even if you can't be there with them personally. Is there something you've wanted for a while that you've been hesitant to treat yourself to? If so, splurge a little in the spirit of the season. Indulge yourself in an expensive item you would not normally buy. Buy it a few days before Christmas, but wait until Christmas Day to open it. As you'll be saving on travel plans, you can afford a little something extra for yourself. It's okay to buy yourself something a little expensive to celebrate the season. You can make a Christmas playlist on a website like YouTube, Spotify, or Pandora. You can also buy some Christmas CDs and play them on your laptop or stereo. Even if you're alone, playing some great Christmas carols can get you in the spirits. If you're not a fan of Christmas carols, think of other songs that you associate with the holiday. For example, play songs that remind you of family members you're not seeing this year. Think back to remember if you were very into a particular album one Christmas season, and play that again to bring back some fond memories. You don't have to skip on your favorite holidays meals and treats just because you're spending the day alone. A few days before Christmas, go shopping and get yourself ingredients to make some of your holiday favorites.  If you're worried about getting too much just for yourself, look for smaller servings. For example, you can get a few slices of precooked ham from a local deli. If you're making an entire batch of...

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Decore o ambiente com efeites natalinos. Compre um presente para si mesmo. Entre no clima de Natal com canções natalinas. Aproveite suas comidas preferidas de Natal. Pense nos Natais passados. Envie cartões ou e-mails de Natal.


While it might be a little more difficult to create large designs that cover the entire shirt using the Sharpie method, you can use this technique to create smaller designs, such as flowers and spirals. This section will teach you how to create smaller tie-dye designs using Sharpies and rubbing alcohol. You will need:  Sharpie permanent markers in various colors (or one color if you so choose). Rubbing alcohol. An applicator bottle or an eye dropper. Rubber bands. Plastic cups. Because Sharpies are translucent, the color of your shirt will show throw. This means that if you draw with a yellow sharpie over a light blue shirt, you will get green. A white base, however, will give you the brightest, most vibrant results. Make sure that the shirt (or any other item you are using) is clean, as any dirt or oils may prevent the Sharpie inks from adhering properly. Decide where you want your first design to be, then place a plastic up inside the shirt. Pull the fabric taut over the rim of the cup. Secure it with a rubber band by stretching the band around the fabric and the cup. You are creating a sort of mini fabric-and-cup drum. You can also use an embroidery hoop instead of a plastic cup and a rubber band. Simply tuck the inner circle inside the shirt, and secure it by placing the outer circle over it and the shirt. Press the tip of your Sharpie down onto the fabric, creating a small dot. Make the next dot no more than a centimeter away from the first one. Keep making dots until you have a complete circle or ring—you are essentially making a dotted line. You can make the dots as big or as small as you want, but they should not be touching. Be sure to work inside your cup. Here are some design ideas:  You can create fireworks by making two circles, one inside the other. Use a different color for each circle.  Create flowers by making one big dot, and then making a ring of smaller dots around it. These smaller dots will become petals. Once you are satisfied with your design, you can start adding the rubbing alcohol....

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Pense em fazer tie dye usando canetinhas. Comece com uma blusa branca e limpa. Insira um copo de plástico dentro da blusa e prenda com um elástico. Comece criando pequenos anéis e círculos usando pontos. Pingue o álcool no design. Deixe a blusa secar. Assente o design usando calor.


While it might seem that a big tank would only mean more work, the opposite is the case. Small tanks get dirty quicker and thus require more regular maintenance. The larger your aquarium the better. It will keep your fish happier and save you energy.  20-gallon tanks are the minimum size you should consider and will be too small for many fish. Semi-aggressive fish, for example, need additional space to prevent fights. Consult with an expert about how much space your fish requires..  You might be required to assemble the aquarium. Follow the instructions on the box, because these will vary from tank to tank. Be sure that the tank comes with a lid. Many fish like to jump and can leap out of the aquarium if you aren’t careful. You should also have a light that you leave on for approximately 12 hours a day and leave off the other half of the day. These come standard with most, but not all, aquariums. These are important for keeping the aquarium at the appropriate temperature for your fish and for cleaning waste out of the water. There are many models for filters. It is principally important that you get one that is designed to a filter a tank as large as the one that you have picked out.  You should also refrain from buying an undergravel filter if you are using a fine substrate, like sand. Certain types of fish can be hurt by gravel and require a sand substrate. A heater is especially important if you plan to keep tropical fish, because these prefer warm water. You will need to place your aquarium on something and most household items—desks and tables included—are not strong enough to accommodate a large tank. Unless you want to have a very expensive, fishy mess on your floor, you should buy a stand specifically designed for an aquarium of your size. Similarly, it is a very bad idea to leave the aquarium on the floor. This will all but inevitably lead an accident. Furthermore, you won’t have much fun looking at your fish if they’re on the ground. A tank should be placed far away from places in the house that...

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Compre um aquário que comporte ao menos 75 litros. Compre um filtro e um aquecedor para o aquário. Compre o móvel certo para sustentar o aquário. Encontre um local seguro. Compre produtos para tratamento da água. Coloque substrato e esconderijos no fundo do aquário. Encha o aquário. Trate a água. Faça o ciclo da água sem os peixes.


While it's certainly possible to create art without the training wheels of a pencil design, most beginners find that having a design helps them. There are three basic ways to copy a design onto your piece of wood.

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Escolha qual o método de transferência funciona melhor para você.


While it's nice to think of grief as a process, that's not how it works. Your emotions can vary, and you may find yourself going in and out of the grieving process. Give yourself permission to feel your emotions and time to come to terms with what happened. It might take awhile for you to figure out what works for you. Things will start to get better in time. After you learn that your loved one died by suicide you may withdraw from friends and family members. Others may cause a stronger emotional reaction of guilt or blame. Remember that these people may be just as upset by the death as you. Rather than isolating yourself spend more time with those who also loved this person. Doing so may offer you comfort. As you congregate together and try to comfort one another, take the time to recall the good days you had with the deceased person. Dwelling on the hows and whys of the suicide (while understandable) won't lead to peace. Recounting your fond memories may bring you back to a time when this person was happy. You may choose to remember them that way. As soon as you feel able, try to return to your usual routine. Doing this will be very hard at first. Even getting dressed or cleaning your home might be painstaking activities. No, things will never be "normal" again, but establishing your routine again may help you gain a sense of purpose and structure. When you are mourning a loved one's death, it can be easy to forget meals. Taking care of yourself is probably the last thing on your mind. However, eating a few balanced meals each day will give you the strength to persevere through this ordeal. Exercising - even if it is only walking your dog around the block - can help reduce the sadness or anxiety you feel and improve your mood. As you develop your routine, include meal-planning and exercise into your schedule so that you can properly nourish your body during this stressful time. All the upsetting thoughts and feelings associated with your loved one's suicide can cause you to feel sad, anxious, or even...

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Compreenda que o luto é dinâmico. Busque apoio em seus entes queridos. Lembre-se dos momentos bons. Tenha uma rotina. Alimente-se bem e faça exercícios. Faça atividades relaxantes. Não se sinta mal por se divertir. Procure ajuda profissional, se necessário.


While it's not your party, you're the one in charge of making it a success. As the MC, it's your job to keep the event moving forward in a timely manner, keeping to the schedule and helping as best you can. Because of this, you need to be involved in the planning process, not so much to make decisions, but to make sure that you're aware of the order of events and the time frame in which the events need to occur. The night belongs to the bride and groom, but it's your job to help it happen without any problems. The bride, groom, and other members of the wedding party will typically have something called a "run sheet" which will be a detailed itinerary of the various events. Get your schedule ahead of time and keep it on you during the day. Be the militant one. The MC of the wedding is basically the host and communications person of the event. When is it time for tables to approach the buffet line? In what order should they approach the table? Where should presents be placed? When and where will the garter toss commence? These are things you're going to have to know and announce as the MC of the wedding. Distinguish between things you'll need to announce into the microphone and things that might be ok to say to everyone as they come in the door, or by going around table-to-table and talking to everyone. If you label the presents table, for instance, you won't need to make a big to-do of announcing it every five minutes when people come in. To make sure no one from the bridal party or their immediate family has to spend a bunch of time wrangling the catering staff, that's generally going to be the responsibility of the MC. Introduce yourself to the cooks, the servers, the DJ, and anyone else who's going to be directly involved with the evening. Hear them out and accommodate their needs, as well. What happens if the catering group is understaffed? What happens if Uncle Phil's keg of wedding beer runs dry? What if the PA goes on the fritz just as everyone's ready to start dancing? Bus tables! Beer run! iPod dock!...

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Familiarize-se com a programação do evento. Faça anúncios. Comunique-se com o pessoal do evento. Espere o inesperado. Relaxe.


While it’s possible to waterproof just about any kind of shoe, you’ll get the best results with a more absorbent fabric. The wax you’ll be using will settle nicely into the woven fibers of fabric shoes. On materials like leather or synthetics, it will simply form a coat on the surface which is likely to wear off much faster. Canvas, hemp, suede, and other textured materials will make the best candidates for waterproofing. There are many different brands and styles to choose from, but they all do essentially the same thing. The most important ingredients you're looking for are silicone or acrylic polymers, which help block water and prevent mold, mildew, and general water-related deterioration. Waterproofing sprays can be found in most shoe stores, as well as shops that specialize in outdoor clothing and equipment. Hold the can 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) away from the shoe and mist on a light, even coating. Make sure you cover every part of the shoe where moisture might get in, including the seam where the upper connects to the outsole. Don't saturate it. Instead, look for the spray to just glisten once it's settled on the surface.  Hang up the shoe if possible This will allow you to accurately target the top half of the shoe without accidentally spraying your hand. To decrease your exposure to noxious fumes, work in a well-ventilated area. Outdoors is ideal, but if that isn't an option, you can also turn on the overhead fan. It may take two or more coats to make materials with irregular textures like suede or nubuck fully water-resistant. Go over the entire shoe lightly. Try not to use so much pressure that you soak up the wet waterproofing spray—a few quick dabs will do.  Avoid paper towels. The shedding fibers will get trapped in the sticky spray, effectively becoming a part of the material. Be sure to remove as much of the spray as you can from the surrounding outsole, as well as accents like zippers, eyelets, and rubberized detailing. Most sprays will dry to the touch within 20-30 minutes, but for guaranteed...

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Escolha um sapato de tecido que queira impermeabilizar. Compre um bom spray impermeabilizante. Borrife toda a parte superior do sapato. Remova o excesso de produto usando um pano de microfibra ou uma toalha de rosto. Deixe o sapato secar de um dia para o outro. Reaplique o spray depois de alguns usos.


While keeping your emotions entirely under control is often challenging, you do need to take responsibility for how your emotions affect your behavior.  Recognize that the state of mind, or attitude, with which you approach an ongoing or imminent argument is a significant determinant in your ability to stop arguing.  Monitor how you’re feeling physically. If a knot develops in your stomach, you’re holding your breath, or your tear ducts are gearing up, check yourself to make sure you are not about to act based solely on emotion. When people say things that are ultimately beside the point, you have the power to choose not to let it bother you.  Make the decision to ignore statements that are irrelevant or stated during another’s fit of anger.  Try to keep a discussion that needs to happen on track, while limiting the extraneous material that may arise with heightened emotions. Don’t allow someone who may be looking for an ego-boost by dragging you into their own emotional turmoil the satisfaction of making you upset. Clearly and simply state that there is no need for insults or irrelevant points to be made. If something is said that needs to be addressed, save it for a different discussion once you both have calmed down. Anger is a powerful emotion that will make it harder to prevent behavior that may be destructive to you and your relationships with others.  You can literally feel anger build, as your body releases chemicals when strong emotions develop.  Recognize that anger alone is not destructive – it’s the behavior that anger sometimes leads to. Be prepared to process anger and resist its physical and emotional effects. Don’t try to avoid or deny your anger. Attempting to quell your anger may lead you to boil over with emotion down the line. Watch your voice. A sure sign that anger might have permeated into your behavior is the volume of your voice.  If you catch yourself shouting, know that it’s time to step back and address your emotions before worsening an argument. If your or someone you’re speaking...

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Repense suas atitudes e emoções durante uma briga tensa. Não brigue por coisas pequenas. Perceba a raiva chegar. Tome atitudes para conter a onda de sentimentos negativos.


While linear algebra is sufficient for basic robots, you may need to learn advanced mathematics to build complex ones. Study trigonometry or statistics on your own, or take a course online or with a local college. If you struggle with advanced mathematics, ask a fellow robotics hobbyist for advice. They may be able to relate mathematics to skills you both know and understand to make learning new concepts easier. The Robot Operating System (ROS) is the most common software system for building robots. If you want to build your own complex robots without the help of a kit or guide, learning how to use the ROS can help you program your inventions.  Using ROS requires proficiency in a coding language, preferably C++ or Python. Before you download the ROS, spend time honing your computer programming skills first. You can also take a course in ROS online or at some colleges to learn more about the software and clear up any questions you have. If you're serious about robotics, a degree in robotics engineering can teach you how to design, troubleshoot, and repair complex robots. Finish a bachelor's degree in robotics engineering to learn more about the robots industry and learn advanced skills. For schools that don't offer robotics engineering, mechanical engineering can provide similar skills for building and programming robots. If you develop a passion for your hobby, robotics engineering is a career that involves the design and creation of robots. To become a robotics engineer, most companies require a bachelor's or, preferably, master's degree in robotics engineering or a related engineering field.  Some related fields of study include mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and biomedical engineering. Duties for robotics engineers include designing and testing robots, debugging codes, servicing or repairing robots, and integrating robots with electronic devices.

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Aprenda trigonometria e estatística para fazer projetos avançados de robótica. Estude o Robot Operating System para customizar os projetos. Obtenha um diploma em engenharia robótica, caso deseje. Torne-se um engenheiro mecatrônico para transformar esse passatempo em uma carreira.


While looking confident won't make you visually look more glamorous, it will affect how people perceive you. If you want to be perceived as glamorous and fit in, you'll need to look like you love yourself and are comfortable in the skin you're in. You don't have to actually be confident but you do have to act like it (although you should learn to love yourself, and the rest will fall into place.) Most people, even if they seem really self-confident, actually are not, so don't feel bad. Don't constantly apologize or defer to other people. Don't criticize yourself or put yourself down. A little self-deprecating humor is okay though. Speak up for yourself, be kind and compassionate (not stuck up or offensive), have good posture, and don't be afraid to do things that make you stand out, like talking intellectually, or about things you are passionate about. Getting overly angry or emotional can ruin the glamorous look, making you look immature or like a bit of a jerk. Can you imagine Audrey Hepburn being a jerk? No. Never create a scene, yell at people who upset you, or generally get extremely sensitive about something that's going on. Be in control of yourself, emotionally as well. Speaking meaningfully, like acting confident, will help create the perception of glamour. The smarter you speak, the more classy and elegant you will seem. An accent isn't necessary to make yourself seem more glamorous, so don't try to fake one. Instead, use the best grammar and vocabulary that you can. Practice speaking when you're alone, if that helps you to overcome bad habits. Remember that since being glamorous is about creating a great first impression, make sure to use your manners, especially when meeting someone for the first time. Every time you step outside your home into the public eye, strive to convey your image of glamour, but no matter what, stay true to yourself (people will respect you for it.) Imagine that you have photographers following you around all day--if they're snapping pictures, what do you want them to...

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Seja confiante. Tenha controle sobre suas emoções. Pense antes de falar. Seja glamorosa para ser notada. Tenha um estilo de vida glamoroso. Transforme a sua casa num ambiente glamoroso também.


While many celebs have profiles on many forms of social media, some platforms make it inherently easier to interact. Snapchat, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and a few others allow for quick responses and replies to posts. Sites like Facebook, on the other hand, are generally better for simply following than for interacting.  Take a look at what social media platforms your favorite celebs regularly use. They may have both a Twitter and Instagram, but if they post daily on one and once every few weeks on the other, you should try to connect with the platform they use the most. Some celebrities choose not to use social media. Respect their pursuit for privacy, and don’t try to hunt down personal details like their phone number or address if they don’t have an online presence. Celebrities aren’t going to just stumble across your social media posts. You need to tag or properly mention them in some way to get their attention. Tag them in relevant posts to increase their chance of seeing your statement. For example, you could tweet, “Chillin’ in my PJs, eating cereal and listening to @ArianaGrande newest album right now. Loving life!”  The @ mention is a common feature in Twitter, but every social media site has its own means of tagging someone or referencing another person on the platform. Be sure to only mention or tag them in relevant posts. Tagging them in every single one of your posts is likely to lead to them ignoring you or blocking you. Focus on posts about the celeb’s work, life, or other public events. Just like an @ mention, retweeting a celeb is a quick and easy way to get a celebrity to see your handle. Retweet them when they say something funny, inspiring, or something to which you can relate. Be sure to check their account daily for potentially retweetable content. You do not need to retweet everything they post. Like all other social media interactions, retweets are more powerful when there is a personal connection to them. YouTube and Instagram both have celebrities that started their careers on...

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Escolha a plataforma certa. Marque o artista em uma postagem relevante. Compartilhe no Twitter as postagens do artista. Faça comentários no YouTube e no Instagram. Deixe a conversa fluir.


While many people have heard that fish require a "pinch" of flake food each feeding, giving them too large a pinch can give the fish digestive problems or make the tank dirty and unhealthy. Whatever type of dry food you are using, only put in as much food as your fish can eat in 3 to 5 minutes. If you put too much food in the tank, scoop it out with a fine net.  Warning: Betta fish should be fed much less than they can eat in 5 minutes. Two or three small pellets per betta is sufficient. Because many aquarium fish have small stomachs, pellets that absorb water and expand in size may cause digestive problems or bloating in your fish. Soak the pellets in water for 10 minutes before feeding so they expand before the fish eat it, rather than in the fish's stomach. Because it is much easier to overfeed most fish than to give them too little food, one feeding a day may be safer. However, if you are careful to give them small amounts of food as described above, you may feed the fish twice a day. Some aquarium owners prefer this because the fish become more active and interesting to watch during feeding. If a trail of poop is hanging from your fish, their intestine may be partially blocked due to overfeeding or the wrong type of food. If the water gets dirty enough that you need to do a water change more than once a week, you may be overfeeding the fish, or the tank may be overcrowded. Reduce the amount of food per serving or the number of servings per day to see if the problem goes away within a few days. Ask an aquarium store employee or fish raising hobbyist for advice if it does not. Even within the same species, the larger or more aggressive fish may not leave enough food for the other fish. Reduce the chance of this happening by dividing the food and adding it to more than one area of the tank, or by sprinkling it evenly across the entire water surface. If you have fish in your tank that feed in different areas of the tank, or on different types of food, you will likely need to purchase more than one fish food....

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Alimente em pequenas porções. Encharque os grânulos de comida antes de alimentar. Alimente o peixe uma ou duas vezes por dia. Procure por sinais de superalimentação. Espalhe a comida para que todos possam comer. Fique de olho caso tenha vários tipos de peixe. Considere suas opções enquanto estiver de férias


While most of the letters in the Portuguese alphabet are the same as they are in English, some are pronounced quite differently than you might expect.  "C" is pronounced as a hard "k" sound, unless it is followed by an "e" or "i." "G" is usually hard, as in the word "goal." If followed an by "e" or an "i," it should be pronounced like a soft "j" sound. "H" is not pronounced if it begins a word. If it comes after an "l"or "n" it makes a "y" sound. When paired with a "c" to spell "ch," the sound they make is "sh." "J" is always soft. Pronounce it like the "s" in "pleasure." "S" is often just like it is in English. However, it sounds like "sh" or a soft "j" if it ends a sentence, or if it comes before a consonant, including the first letter of the following word. Between vowels, it sounds like a "z." "V" is usually "v" like in English, but areas of Northern Portugual reflect some Spanish influence and pronounce it more like "b." "X" tends to sound like a mixture of a soft "j" and "sh," but can also be said "ks," "z" and "s." It changes depending on the word. M, N, and Z all make unique sounds when they end a word in Portuguese.  "M" and "N" are pronounced as they are in English unless they come at the end of the word. If they end a word, they are pronounced as a nasal "ng" or "ny" sound, almost as if the word is being swallowed. "Z" is as it is in English unless it ends a word. If it ends a word, it's pronounced like a soft "j," unless the following word starts with a vowel, in which case you can say "z." The letter "R" does not sound like the English "R." It is rolled, swallowed, or tapped, depending on where you are in the Portuguese-speaking world. In Portugal, an "r" that appears in between vowels is pronounced with a single tap to the upper palate, as it is in Spanish. An "r" that begins a word, begins a syllable, or is followed by another r ("rr") is rolled at the back of the throat. Diacritic marks indicate unusual pronunciation or stress of a letter in a Portuguese.  If there's a tilde ("~") over a...

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Pratique os sons das consoantes. Pronuncie algumas letras de forma diferente quando estão no final da palavra. Aprenda a adaptar seu “r”. Memorize os sinais diacríticos. Pronuncie a maioria das palavras com ênfase na penúltima sílaba.


While most people play the ukulele with their right hand, you can play the ukulele with your left hand. In this case, you will hold and strum the ukulele with your left hand and play the frets with your right hand. Keep in mind that most ukulele instruction books are written for right-handed players, so you may need to reverse any instructions you use. If you do not want to constantly reverse playing instructions, you can restring your instrument so that the G-string is the top string when you hold the instrument with your left arm. To play in this position, turn the ukulele so that the neck is held up at an angle. This may help if you are playing a larger ukulele or if you are a beginner. After a while, you may no longer need to support the ukulele by holding it on the bottom. Instead, support the ukulele entirely with your forearm. Float your wrist over the sound hole to strum. This will give you more movement. If you cannot hold the ukulele this way without it slipping, you may not be ready to try this. The strap will keep the ukulele in place to let you play with more ease. You can use a ukulele strap or an adjustable guitar strap. These are available at instrument stores and online. Ukulele straps are usually not needed if you are playing in a seated position.

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Toque com a mão esquerda se sentir que for mais confortável. Apoie o ukulele na sua perna se estiver sentado. Remova a mão que arranha as cordas do ukulele se já for avançado. Use uma correia para ajudar a dar suporte ao ukulele enquanto estiver de pé.


While not a hard and fast rule, a cockatiel that learns to talk is usually a male. Whether or not they learn any phrases, males tend to be more vocal and spend more time whistling, whereas females tend to be quieter, and favor hissing and screeching more often the males. Male cockatiels are more likely to spend a lot of time in front of the mirror, strutting, calling, or investigating it. If your bird loses interest quickly, it's more likely the bird is a female. Male cockatiels are generally the ones actively trying to woo a partner, but they will sometimes exhibit these behaviors even without another bird around:  Tapping his beak loudly against objects to get a female's attention. Strutting around while whistling or beak tapping, involving hopping motions and/or quick head dips. Wing tips lifted away from body, forming a heart shape when viewed from behind Females are generally less active leading up to bonding or mating, and typically do not display these behaviors unless a male is present:  Sitting on a low perch, peeping quietly, with her tail up in the air. Attempting to feed the male cockatiel she has bonded with or is trying to bond with. Most experienced bird owners have noticed a bird rubbing its vent (bottom) on perches, objects, or even its owner's hand. Some birds will do so daily or even more frequently. This type of habitual masturbation is most commonly seen in males, but there are exceptions.  Male masturbation generally involves humping the object or standing over it and rubbing its vent on it. Female masturbation can be similar, but could also involve backing up against an object with the tail up and body bent forward. It's no surprise that only females lay eggs, but this won't help you if you discover an egg in a cage with multiple birds. If you want to be certain of the sex identification, provide each bird with a separate cage and nesting box, or point a video camera on the nesting box to record future behavior.  Females under 18 months should not be given a nesting box, as egg-laying...

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Observe as vocalizações. Dê ao pássaro um espelho. Observe os rituais de acasalamento dos machos. Observe os rituais de acasalamento das fêmeas. Repare nos métodos de masturbação. Verifique a postura de ovos.


While pencil skirts can look great anywhere, they arguably shine their brightest when worn in a professional setting, like an office or business meeting. Pair a toned-down pencil skirt with other timeless pieces to create a classy, sophisticated ensemble.  Choose a solid, neutral color for your pencil skirt. Black is an easy choice, but navy blue, brown, tan, gray, or cream could also work. If you really want a patterned skirt, try a fairly muted pattern like pinstripes or houndstooth. Pair the skirt with a plain button-down shirt or nice blouse. Consider wearing a ruffled blouse for something feminine yet mature, or something with an interesting print if you want to add a small dose of excitement to your outfit. Tuck the top into your skirt for a well-trimmed appearance. Keep your shoes and accessories fairly simple. Closed-toe heels are a classic choice, but the right pair of ballet flats could also work. If you wear any jewelry, stick to simple pieces without much sparkle. Thanks to the hip-hugging nature of the pencil skirt, this piece is also sensual enough to wear during a date or a fun night out with friends. Glam it up with other fun, feminine pieces to make the most of this look.  Nearly any skirt color or pattern can work well as long as you pair it with the right pieces. To boost your sex appeal, though, consider wearing a high-waisted pencil skirt that narrows the waist or a pencil skirt with a tiny slit up the back or the side. Your blouse can be anything from simple to shimmery. Try to have fun with it. Nighttime is a good opportunity to play with bold prints, vibrant colors, cropped hemlines, and other edgy trends. Pumps and strappy heels are usually the footwear of choice for an evening look, but if your feet can't stand heels, you could swap them out for a fun pair of flats. Evening looks are also the best time to play with sparkling jewelry. If sparkles aren't your thing, consider wearing one bold statement piece with an interesting design or bright opaque stone. The right pencil skirt can...

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Vista a saia lápis no escritório. Vista a saia lápis para sair à noite. Seja casual. Vista a saia lápis durante épocas frias do ano.


While people can remain friends without seeing one another for a long time, friendships are sustained with quality time together. Even if your friend is busy with school, work, or other responsibilities, they should still make time to call, text, or hang out. This goes both ways. If you call someone your “friend” but never seem to have time for them, you may need to reassess how important they are to you. A true friend won't be jealous or possessive - they should feel confident enough in your friendship that they don't have to resort to any sort of manipulative control. They realize that you do not have to be in their company 24/7 in order to validate the friendship. If your friend is trying to prevent you from being friends with other people, they might not be a true friend. This probably goes without saying, but friends have fun together. No matter if you are bored at home watching TV or painting the town red, it’s all the more tolerable when you’re together. As a result of enjoying spending time together, you and your friend probably have a host of memories you’ve made together. Some people may pretend to be your friend, but they’d much rather see you fail or get into trouble. Incidents happen, of course. But, for the most part, this person should be a good influence on you. They motivate you to become a better person. For example, your friend might push you to finish school, suggest that you mend fences with your estranged relatives, and inspire you to give back to others. A true friend should make you feel happier and more alive when you're around them, instead of drained or stressed out. A day spent with your friend should leave you feeling rejuvenated, vibrant, and excited about life. They should be lifting you up, not tearing you down. If a friend asks “How’s it going?” you’re not pressured to respond with “fine.” Instead, you’ll likely go right into how your mom is stressing you out or how your girlfriend is acting differently. This element of communication between close contacts is often referred to...

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Determine se a pessoa tem tempo para você, mesmo quando está ocupada. Determine se a pessoa tem ciúmes das suas outras amizades. Determine se vocês gostam de sair juntos. Determine se a pessoa o ajuda a ser alguém melhor. Pense em como se sente quando está com a pessoa. Determine se vocês conversam sobre temas sérios. Determine se a pessoa conhece você a fundo e aceita o seu jeito de ser.


While solids won’t move around when you transport them, weight can shift around if you’re carrying a container with liquid. If you can’t see into the container you’re transporting, jostle it slightly and listen for any liquid inside. If it is a liquid container, be sure not to tip or lean the object while you’re carrying it. Check solid objects for loose or moving parts before you lift them. These may fall off or change how the weight is distributed. Kneel on the ground next to your object and grab the corner with both hands. Try lifting up the object so 1 corner is completely off the ground. By lifting a corner, you can assume what the object’s total weight is and determine if you can lift it on your own.  If you can’t lift the corner on your own, don’t attempt to lift the entire object. If you’re trying to lift a tall object, such as a bookshelf, tip it onto its longest side first so the weight is easier to carry. Find sturdy handholds that you can easily hold onto. Aim to hold the object near the bottom or by its heaviest point so you can easily control the weight. Make sure you have a firm grip so the object doesn’t slip out of your hands. For example, grab a table from the longest side and hold onto the tabletop or box apron underneath. Keep your arms shoulder-width apart to support the weight. If the object has handles, use them if possible. Wear work gloves if you want to get a better grip on your object. Do not attempt to carry the object with only one hand. Hug the object tightly against your chest as you straighten your legs. Support as much of the weight as you can just using your legs. Don’t arch or bend your back as you lift the object since it may cause pain. Keep lifting the object until you’re in a standing position. If you start lifting the object but can’t get back into standing position, set it down and ask for help. Don’t carry the object if you’re straining to lift it. Keep your legs slightly bent to keep your balance. Take small steps so you don’t lose control of the object. Keep your...

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Determine se o objeto é totalmente sólido ou se contém líquido. Pegue o objeto por um dos cantos para ter noção do peso dele. Distribua o peso do objeto igualmente entre as suas mãos ao pegá-lo. Deixe as costas eretas e levante o objeto com as pernas. Ande devagar para transportar o objeto. Flexione os joelhos para pousar o objeto. Peça ajuda a alguém para carregar o objeto se ele for pesado demais.


While some games will work without updating, most newer games won't perform well or may not even start at all unless you have the latest drivers installed. The process varies depending on whether you're using an Nvidia or an AMD/ATI card. Nvidia - Open Software Sources and then click the "Additional Drivers" tab. Select the latest version of the "experimental" driver and then click "Apply Changes". In Ubuntu, Steam can be downloaded directly from the Ubuntu Software Center. This will download install the Steam package on your computer. You may be prompted to install the Beta software. If this is the case, click "Start Steam Beta". If you already have a Steam account, you can use it to log in. You will usually be prompted to enter your SteamGuard verification code to confirm your identity. if you don't have an account, you can follow the prompts to create one. You'll usually start Steam in either the Store or the Library window. You can click the tabs to switch sections, or hover over them to see the subpages for each section. When you open the Library tab, you'll see a list of all of the games that you've purchased that support Linux. Since not all games support Linux, you'll likely see less games than normal if you have a large library. You'll be shown how large the game is, as well as given options to create shortcuts. The download time will vary wildly depending on the size of the game and your internet connection.

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Atualize os drivers da sua placa de vídeo. Abra a Central de Programas. Procure por "Steam" e clique em "Instalar" ao lado do Steam quando ele aparecer nos resultados. Entre com a sua conta Steam ou crie uma nova. Use as abas no topo da janela do Steam para navegar pelas seções. Veja os seus jogos do Linux na aba Biblioteca. Dê um clique duplo sobre um jogo para iniciar a instalação dele.


While some people with genital herpes choose to treat outbreaks as they occur, others choose to pursue continued therapy to help suppress the virus. The same medications used to treat outbreaks can be taken on a daily basis as suppressive therapy, so talk to your doctor about daily medication.  Suppressive medication is especially helpful if you experience 6 or more outbreaks a year. Suppressive therapy does not completely eliminate outbreaks in most cases. However, it may help reduce the overall number of outbreaks and make outbreaks less severe. As with many other illnesses, a strong immune system will help reduce the risk of a herpes outbreak. Help keep your immune system strong by maintaining a healthy lifestyle composed of well-rounded meals and regular exercise.  Try to eat a daily diet that contains carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Be sure to incorporate healthy fruits and veggies, and try to eat lean, complete proteins when possible. Aim to get at least 20-30 minutes of moderate physical activity 3-4 times a week. If you can get 45-60 minutes at least five times a week, that is even better. Self-care helps keep you happy and healthy, which in turn helps reduce the risk of a future outbreak by keeping your immune system strong. Practice regular self-care daily by:  Getting 7-9 hours of sleep per night.   Meditating or using stress-management techniques to keep stress low. Make time each day to do something you enjoy.

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Obtenha uma receita para um antiviral como terapia supressiva. Mantenha um estilo de vida saudável. Pratique o autocuidado para minimizar o risco de crises.


While some salons might claim that a bikini wax is painless, you should not take such claims at face value. You will experience pain during your wax, especially if it is your first time. The pain, however, should only last for the duration of your wax. Some people recommend taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, like ibuprofen, before you get a bikini wax. This can help mediate some of the pain you might experience when you get a bikini wax. Ask your doctor if taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug is a good choice for you. Hair follicles are connected to blood vessels, which means there might be a little blood when the hair is pulled out. You are more likely to bleed a little if it’s your first bikini wax. It is normal to have a little bit of redness after a bikini wax. This will usually last no more than a few hours after the procedure. If you still have redness and inflammation in the days after the wax, call your practitioner.

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Prepare-se para sentir um pouco de dor. Experimente tomar um analgésico uma hora antes da depilação. Perceba que é normal sangrar um pouco. Talvez a área depilada fique vermelha após a depilação.


While some vaginal infections can be cured without the use of medications, it’s important to consult your OB/GYN or primary physician before beginning any treatment. Effective natural remedies may vary depending on the type of vaginal infection you have and the severity of the infection.  Since some symptoms are common among multiple types of vaginal infections, self-diagnosis is both difficult and risky. An official diagnosis from your doctor is the only safe way to identify the type and degree of vaginal infection you have. Tell your doctor if you have a strong preference for natural remedies. Some doctors are willing to work with you to accommodate this preference, and they should be able to guide you on which remedies would be best to try for your specific needs. Note that trichomoniasis is technically an STI. Natural remedies will not be sufficient to cure an infection caused by trichomoniasis; you will need medication to treat it. While many natural treatments are safe for women with BV or yeast infections, you should avoid most home treatments if you are currently pregnant or may become pregnant, or are currently breastfeeding. Some treatments can inadvertently harm your baby. That being said, if you have a vaginal infection during pregnancy, you should still ask your doctor about treatment. Active yeast infections, in particular, can pass to your baby during birth and result in thrush. Some treatments are only effective against certain causes of vaginal infection. To avoid possible complications, you should only try a natural remedy promoted for use against your type of infection; do not use a home remedy suggested for treatment against another type of vaginal infection unless instructed to do so by your doctor.  As a reminder, douching can be used sparingly if you have BV. It is not recommended for vaginal infections caused by yeast or trichomoniasis. Similarly, periodontal gel and garlic cloves should only be used for BV. On the other hand, a yogurt suppository or probiotic suppository might be...

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Trate infecções vaginais depois de receber um diagnóstico. Considere tratamentos caseiros se você não estiver grávida ou amamentando. Use os tratamentos corretos para seu problema. Experimente remédios naturais se puder limitar ou abster-se de relações sexuais durante o tratamento. Use remédios naturais enquanto eles funcionarem.


While some writers do start very slowly and let their stories build up dramatic tension over time, this requires a level of practice and skill that most beginning writers just haven’t developed yet. Fiction depends on conflict, and that needs to be set up as early as possible. Famous short story writer Kurt Vonnegut once gave this tip: “To heck with suspense. Readers should have such complete understanding of what is going on, where and why, that they could finish the story themselves, should cockroaches eat the last few pages.” Hopefully, cockroaches won’t eat your story, but if you have several initial chapters of ordinary people doing ordinary things without any challenges or problems present, readers may not see why they’re supposed to care.  For example, in the first chapter of Stephenie Meyer’s massively popular novel Twilight, all of the basic conflicts are established: Bella Swan, the heroine, has moved to a new place where she doesn’t feel comfortable or know anyone, and she meets the mysterious hero, Edward Cullen, who makes her uncomfortable but whom she also feels drawn to. This conflict, that she’s interested in a person she’s also confused by, sets the rest of the action in motion. One of the inspirations for Twilight, Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, also sets up a central problem within the first chapter: a new, eligible bachelor has moved into town and the heroine’s mother is desperate to set up one of her daughters with him because the family is poor and needs to marry off the daughters for them to have a hope of comfort in their later lives. The problem of finding husbands for these women forms a major part of the novel, as does the challenge of the mother’s troublesome meddling. To be engaging, your fiction needs clear stakes for its characters. These don’t have to be world-shattering, but they do need to feel important to the characters. Vonnegut once said that “Every character should want something, even if it is only a glass of water.” The main character needs to want something and be...

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Não comece lento demais. Mostre o que está em jogo logo de cara. Evite falas muito expositivas. Não seja muito previsível. Mostre, não diga. A ficção não tem uma tábua de mandamentos.


While spending time getting to know and date the Pisces, watch for clues about what seems to make your date feel cared for, valued, loved, beautiful, appreciated, etc. Did your date light up when you complimented their sense of humor? Or when you held their hand or gave them a little memento of your first date? What made your date laugh? What made your date smile? Some people may love receiving compliments, while they may make other people squirm. Keep that in mind while considering advice about a typical Pisces — if the person doesn't appear to share the Pisces trait of loving compliments or romance, then find other ways to make that person feel special. A sensitive, caring Pisces will likely be very receptive to compliments. Make sure they come from the heart, and tell the person what you really appreciate about them. Pull your Pisces close and whisper in their ear, letting them know just how amazing you think they are.  Pisces are intuitive, so they will likely know if you are being insincere. Don't say nice things just to try to manipulate or seduce the person — be honest and real. A typical Pisces will go for sincere, romantic gestures. Think candles, wine, chocolates, flowers, and poetry.  Write a song or poem for the person, draw their portrait, pick a bouquet of the person's favorite flowers — the price tag of these things shouldn't matter; rather, you want to concentrate on the sentiment behind them.  Reciting a line from a famous poem at the appropriate time is another way to impress a Pisces.  Or buy her a book of romantic poems If you aren’t the artistic or romantic type, try reading write a love poem, write a love song, or be romantic. This doesn't mean you have to change your personality if you're not a romantic person, but if your love interest responds to romance, it will help show that person how much you mean to them. Ask your Pisces about their fantasies in the bedroom. A sensual, dreamy Pisces might respond very well to role playing — ask if this is something they might like. A classic...

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Fique atento a pistas do que faz a outra pessoa feliz. Ofereça elogios. Faça um gesto romântico. Conversem sobre as suas fantasias românticas.


While supplements are often safe, they aren’t right for everyone. They can worsen certain health conditions and may interact with your medications. Talk to your doctor to make sure supplements are safe for you to take before you use them. Remind your doctor of the medications and supplements you’re already taking. After your doctor diagnoses CV, you’ll need to see them regularly to make sure your CV is improving. This will ensure that your natural treatments are working. If your condition isn’t improving, your doctor may recommend you try additional treatments. In most cases, your doctor will recommend you get a pap smear every 6 months. This allows them to make sure your CV is improving and not worsening. If your CV is improving, you may be able to lengthen the time between your pap smears to 1 year. Visit your doctor for a follow-up test to find out which type of CV you have. Low-grade CV progresses at a slow rate and often responds well to any treatment attempts. Moderate-grade CV means a slightly increased risk for cancer, but abnormal cells are only found on less than two-thirds of the cervical lining. Severe-grade CV can progress to invasive cancer, so more aggressive treatments are usually suggested.  It’s important to know your CV grade so that you can choose a treatment plan that works for your specific stage of the disease. Note that if a low-grade CV persists for 2 or more years, it may be of greater concern to your doctor. Try not to worry because you can improve your condition with treatment. If you have lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, HIV, or another autoimmune condition, work with your doctor to develop a treatment plan. If your immune system is weakened, then your body may not be able to fight off CV as effectively. Additionally, untreated medical conditions can increase your risk of developing CV or having your CV worsen.  Talk to your doctor to create a treatment plan for you. Having an underlying condition doesn't necessarily mean it'll worsen your CV. If your CV is...

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Consulte sempre seu médico antes de tomar suplementos. Visite seu médico para monitorar sua recuperação. Descubra se tem displasia cervical leve, moderada ou grave para obter o tratamento mais adequado. Trate qualquer doença sexualmente transmissível ou qualquer doença autoimune que possa ter. Estime os benefícios do tratamento médico se tiver displasia cervical grave.


While symptoms alone cannot provide an accurate diagnosis, you can test for the symptoms elsewhere in this article in order to provide your doctor a complete case of your symptoms. The first thing your doctor would do if you came in asking about PD is perform a physical exam, and you can look for some of the same signs they would look for.  Rest your hand in your lap and look for tremor. Unlike most other forms of tremor, the tremor associated with Parkinson's is worse when you are at rest. Note your posture. Most people with Parkinson's usually stand slightly bent forward, with the head down and the elbows flexed. Ultimately a diagnosis can only come from your doctor. Make an appointment and tell them your case history and concerns. If your physician thinks PD is among the potential causes, then they will likely run a few tests to help determine the diagnosis.  Note that Parkinson’s Disease is not difficult to diagnose, except in the very early stages. There is no single test your doctor will perform. Instead, your doctor may run other tests to eliminate other conditions that lead to similar symptoms as Parkinson’s (such as stroke, hydrocephalus, or benign essential tremor). The condition that most often mimics PD is essential tremor, which often runs in families and is most marked with the hands outstretched. Your doctor may also refer you to a neurologist, which is a doctor who specializes in conditions of the nervous system. The first thing your doctor will do is give you a physical exam looking for a variety of different indicators:  Is your expression animated? Do you show signs of a tremor with your arms at rest? Do you exhibit rigidity in your neck or limbs? How easily can you stand up from a sitting position? Do you have a normal gait, and do your arms swing symmetrically as you walk? When given a small push, are you quickly able to resume your balance? Imaging tests, such as MRI, ultrasound, SPECT, and PET scans, are not usually very helpful in diagnosing Parkinson's. However, in some cases your...

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Teste em casa se tem os sintomas. Vá ao médico. Faça um exame físico. Permita que o médico faça quaisquer exames adicionais. Avalie como o seu corpo responde ao tratamento.


While tablets are best for routine chlorination, shock treatments typically come in liquid or granular forms.  Required amounts and application methods vary, so consult an employee at the pool supply store and read your product’s instructions carefully.  In general, you’ll need 3.5 US quarts (3.3 L) of liquid shock treatment or 1 pound (0.45 kg) of a granular product per 10,000 gallons (38,000 L) of water. To be sure, check the instructions for the amount needed to produce a 1 ppm change in chlorine levels. Your aim is to bring free available chlorine to at least 8 ppm. If necessary, fill a large, clean bucket with the amount of warm water called for in the instructions. Then add the recommended amount of chemical carefully to avoid spilling or dispersing fumes. Slowly mix the solution until a liquid product is evenly dispersed or a granular product is fully dissolved. Be sure to wear protective gear when diluting or applying chlorine shock treatments and any other pool chemicals. Remember to test your pool water before adding any chemicals to it. Once you’ve measured and, if necessary, diluted the right amount of chemical, add it gradually to the pool. Pour it slowly as you walk around the pool’s perimeter to ensure even distribution. Do not add an undiluted shock treatment directly to the water unless the product’s instructions specifically call for it. the pool water’s pH, if necessary. Some chlorine shock treatments have a pH of 10 or more, which will throw off your pool’s pH levels. If necessary, your product’s instructions will direct you to add an acidic pool water amendment to counteract the shock treatment’s high pH.  Ask an employee at the pool supply store or consult your pool’s installer about the right combination of shock treatments and pH amendments. Use products as directed, and apply them in the order advised in the instructions. It’s essential to keep the pH between 7.2 and 7.8. Ideally, try to keep it right around 7.5. If it’s too high, chlorine sanitizes less effectively. If the pH is too...

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Compre cloro de choque em forma líquida ou granulada. Misture o produto com água morna se precisar dissolvê-lo. Adicione cloro o suficiente para elevar o nível até 8ppm. Ajuste Espere até que os níveis de cloro caiam para 5 ppm antes de nadar. Faça o tratamento de choque na sua piscina a cada uma ou duas semanas.


While talent can be important when it comes to doing things well, the real determinate is practice. It doesn't matter how talented you are. If you don't practice, you're simply not going to be as good at something, as you could have been. In fact, in many cases, people who are naturally talented at something, so worse in the long run, because they feel like they don't have to practice.  Set aside specific time each day that's devoted to practicing your talent. For example, if writing is your talent, set aside a half hour before work every morning to get up and write. If your talent is basketball, get out there and practice on the court. Focus on the areas that you're less talented in. Even if you have a talent, it doesn't mean that you're going to be talented at every aspect of something. For example, you might have a talent for capturing dialogue, but struggle to create a coherent plot. Talented or not, negative thinking can stop up your abilities quicker than anything else. The more you combat your negative thinking, the easier it will be to discover and develop your talent, because you won't be constantly second guessing yourself.  Identify your thought patterns. The first step towards combating negativity is to notice when you're doing, and what you're doing. Perhaps you only allow the bad things into your mind (this is called filtering), or you tend to catastrophize everything. Notice how you think about yourself, about situations, and about your talent (do you for instance place undue importance on your talent?). Check in with your thinking every day. You have to be vigilant about your own thinking before you can work towards changing it. When you catch yourself catastrophizing ("I'm a failure because I keep forgetting to turn in my library books"), stop and identify the thought as what it is. Practice positive or neutral self-talk. The trick is to replace your negative thinking with positive or neutral thinking. So for example, when you start to think that you're a failure because you're having...

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Pratique. Deixe a negatividade de lado. Seja gentil com você mesmo e com os outros. Desafie a si mesmo. Faça outras coisas.


While the fireplace might not be suited to the theme of the space, you can choose objects to out on the mantel that fit with the theme. This will help tie the mantel into your room, and make it look as though it is part of the overall decor. If you use too much contrast, the mantel will stand out too much. Take note of the materials the things in your room are made out of, as well as their shapes and designs.  If your room has a lot of antique items in it, you may want to place some antique items on your mantel as well. If your room has a specific theme to it, such as nautical, consider adding some items that match — such as a piece of rope tied into a sailor's knot, a model of a boat, and a lifesaver. Is it ornate or is it simple? Does it look rustic? This can help you figure out what sorts of items are a good fit for your mantel. If you are going to put up pictures or mirrors, the design can even help you figure out what sort of "matching" frame to pick. Be sure to choose items that fit the scale of the mantel.  If your mantel is simple and small add dainty, elegant items instead of large, ornate ones. If the mantel is modern, go with a minimalist theme. Use plain picture frames, or organic decorations, such as driftwood branches. If the mantel is ornate, try matching with some ornate picture frames or an antique vase. Match the decor of the mantel to the rest of your room, or create a contrast. For example, if the mantel and the wall behind it are both white, decorate it with something colorful. Try to match the colors to the furniture or curtains in the room. If the mantel is dark, then use light-colored objects when decorating it.  To make the mantel a focal point in the room, opt for a bold color. For instance, paint it bright orange if you have a modern space, or go for a bold looking by painting it a glossy black

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Trabalhe com o tema da sala. Observe o design da bancada. Brinque com as cores.


While the machine is rebooting, repeatedly press the F10 key on your keyboard until the machine boots. This will take you into the partition offering you options for repair or restore (reformatting and reloading). The beauty of this system is that you don't have to do anything else. The restore partition will completely run the program to format, reload the OS, install drivers and install all of the original software that came with your laptop. This process will usually take around 30 minutes to complete.

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Reinicie o computador. Selecione a opção de instalar uma nova cópia do sistema operacional. Aguarde até que a formatação seja concluída.


While the two products have a similar purpose, they shouldn’t be used interchangeably. Balm allows you to sculpt and style your beard in a way that oil can’t, and so is usually better for longer beards. Balm has less of a sheen than beard oil as well, resulting in a more toned-down look. Beard oil is better for daily upkeep, but won’t work as well on longer beards, since it lacks a balm’s sculpting power. While different brands of beard pomade will have their own special ingredients, they’re always either water or petroleum-based. Avoid the water-based balms, since they tend to be runnier, especially if exposed to liquid after application. Many pomades have a distinct scent, usually due to the unique combination of ingredients used. They usually include essential oils from different sources, and some will have strong smelling ingredients like coffee or citrus. Try to find a shop that will allow you to smell samples, so you know you’re choosing a smell that suits you. If you have sensitive skin, go for unscented beard pomades to limit the chances of an allergic reaction.

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Escolha entre um produto mais denso, como uma pomada ou óleo. Escolha uma pomada à base de petróleo. Escolha o cheiro.


While there are a number of specific things you’ll want to check for as you prepare your vehicle for a road trip, a general inspection is a great way to identify any issues you might otherwise miss. Check the condition of the windows, the state of the vehicle’s body, and look for anything that stands out as unusual. Like any part of a car, windshield wipers can wear out from use. They may also simply dry out and crack over time. Test your windshield wipers and make sure they can displace water effectively. If not, they’ll need to be replaced. Driving on underinflated tires can increase the chances that you’ll have a blowout by causing damage to the tire’s sidewall. It will also hurt your gas mileage. On tires installed by the factory, you can find the right tire pressure in the owner’s manual, but you can also find the tire’s pressure rating printed on the side of each tire. Having working headlights and taillights are important for safe driving at night. Be sure your turn signals are functioning and check your license plate light as well. Turn on the headlights, parking lights, and turn signals, then check to ensure each is lighting up like it should. While you’re testing the lights, honk the horn a few times to make sure it works too. Balding tires can be more prone to blowouts and reduce the amount of traction your vehicle has when the roads are wet. Look for signs of damage on the sides of the tire, then use the “penny test” to see if there’s enough tread on the tire. Place the penny upside down in the groove of the tire and see how much of Lincoln’s head you can see. If you can see further down Lincoln’s head than his forehead, the tires need to be replaced. Look at the serpentine or accessory belts in your engine (usually located on the front or side) and make sure there is no glazing (shiny spots) or cracking. If there are, the belt will need to be replaced. Then, pinch the belt with your thumb and forefinger and move it up and down to check its tension. Most vehicles can go tens of thousands of miles...

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Veja se há algum sinal de problemas no carro. Veja se você tem que trocar os limpadores de para-brisa. Veja se os pneus não estão murchos. Teste os faróis, as luzes exteriores e a buzina. Inspecione a banda de rodagem dos pneus. Veja se as correias estão em boas condições. Veja se o filtro de ar não está entupido.