Article in English: The technique used by most Tibetans to shape momos requires a bit of technical skill to make sure it’s done correctly.  If you’re not as skilled in the kitchen, or if this is your first time making momos and you’d like to ensure it’s done correctly, there is an alternate method you can use to shape your momos.  Before getting started, lightly dust a board or clean area of your counter with flour. First, divide your dough into four equal sections.  The amount of sections you divide your dough into will depend on how much flour you used to create the dough.  These instructions are based on the use of two cups of flour to create the dough.  If only one cup of flour is used, then divide the dough into two equally sized sections.  If four cups of dough are used, then slice the dough into eight equal sections. Roll each section into a 6-7 inch log, and then cut the log into equally sized slices.  Roll the slices into balls and cover them with a damp napkin or cloth until you’re ready to use them. Using a rolling pin, roll each ball into a thin circle.  Its diameter should be about 2-3 inches.  Make sure the center of the circle is thick, and its edges thin.  You may have to press along the edges of the circles a bit to make them thinner than the center. Place your dough onto a surface lightly dusted with flour.  Use a rolling pin to roll it out very thinly.  Don’t roll it so thin that you can see through it or that it tears apart very easily.  Then use a clean glass that’s about the width of your palm to cut circles out of the dough. It’s best to shape each momo as you fill it with the mixture, that way you can place it in a moist environment with a non-stick surface in order to keep it from drying out before cooking.  You can make momos into many different shapes, but the most common are the round and half-moon shapes. Take your filling out of the fridge.  If you rolled your dough by hand, then you’ll need to place 1-2 teaspoons of filling inside each circle.  If you created your circles using the glass method,...

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Раскатайте кусочки текста на плоские кружки. Используйте традиционный тибетский способ, чтобы сформировать плоские кружки теста. Используйте более простой и быстрый способ. Поместите начинку в центр кружка, накройте складкой теста и придайте необходимую форму. Сделайте круглые момо. Сделайте полукруглые момо.


Article in English: The temperature at which boiling occurs varies according to atmospheric pressure, but it is usually around 100 °C (212 °F). Boiling food involves immersing the food in boiling water until cooked.  Poaching is the gentlest form of cooking in water, and is appropriate for cooking items like fish and eggs. It occurs at temperatures between 60 and 90 °C (140 and 194 °F). Simmering is probably the most common method of cooking in liquid, and is used for most stews and sauces. It occurs between 87 and 94 °C (189 and 201 °F). Slow boiling is the term used before water reaches a full rolling boil at 100 °C (212 °F). It is slightly more vigorous than a simmer, and occurs at roughly 95 °C (203 °F). delicate foods like vegetables and fish. Steaming uses the heat from the vapor of boiling water to cook food. It is a very gentle form of cooking, making it a great option for delicate foods such as fish and vegetables.  Steaming is also a very healthy form of cooking, as unlike boiling, simmering, etc., the steam does not leach nutrients from the food.  Steaming can be done using a traditional stacked bamboo or plastic steamer on the stovetop. Steamer inserts (which fit onto most pots) are also available at most kitchenware stores. Braising is a moist cooking method which can turn large, tough cuts of meat into a juicy, tender dish. It is achieved by first searing the meat (or tough vegetables) in a pan with fat, and then slow cooking it in liquid for several hours.  To braise, you first need to sear the meat in fat in a hot pan. The meat is then placed in a heavy, oven-proof dish, a dutch oven, or a slow cooker. You will need to de-glaze the pan using wine, broth or some other liquid in order to scrape of small pieces of meat or fat that may have escaped. Then, add the de-glazing liquid to the meat dish, along with the rest of the cooking liquid (usually some combination of stock, wine or fruit juice), which should reach about halfway up the meat. Finally, cover the dish and place it in a preheated oven (or turn on the...

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Варите пищу в кипящей или близкой к кипению воде. Готовьте на пару деликатные продукты, например овощи и рыбу. Тушите более жесткие продукты, чтобы они стали сочными. Обжаривайте пищу Жарьте на сковороде более крупные куски мяса в небольшом количестве растительного масла. Жарьте курятину или рыбу в масле на сковороде. Жарьте во фритюре, чтобы снаружи образовалась хрустящая корочка. Жарьте пищу в глубокой сковороде с покатыми стенками и небольшим количеством масла. Жарьте большие куски мяса и твердые овощи в духовке. Запекайте Жарьте


Article in English: The theory of wakeskating is not incredibly difficult to understand, but putting it into practice is much harder. You start in the water with your heels on the top of the board and the board perpendicular to the back of the boat. Holding onto a rope attached the boat, let the boat pull you behind it until you have enough speed to stand up on the board. Once your stand, you pivot your feet so that the front of the board faces the boat, and you're off. Getting up is almost identical to a getting up on a wakeboard. Before you tell the boat to get moving, get comfortable in this seated position. Your butt should be the lowest point, with your lifejacket keeping your head and torso above the water. The board will be perpendicular to the boat.  If you are right-footed, the front of the board faces to the right. This is also known as "goofy" stance, or "goofy-footed." If you are left-footed, the front of the board faces to the left. This is a standard, or regular, stance. Your toes will be near the center of the board. Keep your heels on the board so that you could push down on them and flip the far edge of the board towards you if you wanted to. There will be 2-4 inches between the edge of the board and you heels. This will "push" the board up to your feet so that your entire sole is on the board. The pressure of the water will keep the board on your feet. Bend your knees about halfway, like you were preparing to jump off the board. Your arms will be straight in front of you so that your hands are ahead of your knees. Think of performing a squat (without weight) -- your knees are bent, your butt is down, and your arms are strong. This takes some practice, but once you get a feel for the balance it is actually not too difficult. Once the board is comfortably on your feet and the line is taut, slowly stand up on the board. With your knees relaxed, keep your hands out in front and unbend your knees as you let the boat pull you to a standing position.  The boat should be going 13-16mph. Don't lock your knees -- they...

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С помощью тяги лодки или гидроцикла встаньте на доску прямо на ходу. Сядьте в воду, удерживая ноги на доске. Поставьте пятки на доску поближе к краю. Подождите, пускай лодка начнет медленное движение и натянет трос. Согните ноги в коленях и держите перед собой трос. Позвольте лодка помочь вам выровняться на доске по мере разгона. Поверните доску так, чтобы ваш доминирующая нога смотрела в сторону лодки. Для того, чтобы начать кататься, направьте грудь вверх, руки держите прямыми, а ступни поставьте шахматном порядке.


Article in English: The thing about Demi Lovato is that, even though she’s only 21, she’s already reinvented herself so many times, from the little girl on Barney and Friends to the more mature, edgy woman she is today. This includes having just about every hairstyle on the planet, from loose, blonde curls, to straight black hair with bangs, to her signature ponytail. If you want to look like Demi, then the trick is to not look the same two months in a row. Still, there are several key hairstyles you can try if you want to look like her. She has been known to wear her hair up in a high ponytail, wrapping it either with a thick (at least 6-inches) scrunchie, or even by wrapping her own hair around itself and securing it with a bobby pin. This look is pretty unusual, and you need a lot of confidence, as well as a big smile, to pull it off. Her ponytails are also pretty tight, as opposed to loose and messy. Make sure you’re pulling your hair up pretty securely over your scalp. You can also do the Demi bun, using the same principles, except having your hair up high in a tight bun instead of in a ponytail. Demi has been seen with so many different hair colors that it can be easy to forget what color her natural hair really is. She has had platinum blonde hair, blonde hair with black highlights, dark brown hair, black hair, brown hair with blonde highlights, pink hair, white-blond hair with green highlights, and just about every other hair color on the planet. If you want to rock her look, there’s no one hair color you should have, though her hair has most recently been brown. To get Demi’s wispy curls, make sure your hair is at least down past your shoulders, and then use a curling iron that is at least 1 ½ inches thick to get some nice, loose curls into your hair. Let them fall over your face a bit as well as over your shoulders, and add a bit of mousse or hairspray to get them to stick, but don’t worry about making your look perfect. You can even accessorize with a black, wide-brimmed hat. Demi has rocked bangs in her recent years....

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Постоянно ищите новый образ. Сделайте прическу-визитную карточку Деми – «конский хвост». Красьте волосы периодически. Сделайте легкие кудри. Сделайте челку. Сделайте наращивание волос.


Article in English: The things you pack on your camping trip depend on the activities you want to engage in.  For instance, if you plan on going fishing, you’ll need to bring fishing rods, a tackle box, and so on.  If you plan on swimming, you’ll need to bring a bathing suit. Once you’ve determined the activities you want to do on your camping trip, write everything down on a checklist.  Collect the necessary items and cross them off as you go. If you have a portable gas-fired stove, test it before packing it.  If it hasn’t been used in a while, you might need a refresher on how to use it.  If it needs a replacement gas canister, you’ll want to know before you head out to your campsite.  Turn your flashlights on and replace batteries if they are dead.  Test your lighters and get new ones if they are out of fluid.  Check for tears in your blankets, sleeping bags, and tent, as well.  Replace them as needed. Test the batteries on your GPS and your personal alarm, if you use them. Different campsites allow different types of camping activities. For instance, some campsites allow campers and automobiles, while others only allow tents. Additionally, some campsites allow fires, while some do not.  Contact the campsite authority or check their website to determine how you’re allowed to use your campsite.

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Решите, чем вы будете заниматься. Составьте список необходимых вещей, исходя из выбранных видов деятельности. Проверьте, работает ли снаряжение и нет ли на нем повреждений. Если вы будете отдыхать в специально отведенном месте для кемпинга, изучите местные правила, чтобы выяснить, что запрещено проносить с собой.


Article in English: The things you repeat to yourself throughout a day can have an overwhelming impact on your mood. If you are feeling insecure about your weight gain, it may not be because of anything someone said to you, but is, instead, driven by what you're saying to yourself about your weight. Some self-talk is practical like "I need to get my homework done early" while other statements may be shaming or self-defeating like "I'm so fat. I should be in the gym all day long". Once you realize that some aspects of your internal voice may be contributing to your body insecurity, it's time to pay closer attention to these thoughts. Negative self-talk reinforces itself and creates your reality. The only way to stop it is to become aware of it.  Spend a few minutes each day tuning in to your thoughts, particularly when it comes to your body. Maybe you can tune in when you are getting dressed in the mirror or when you are preparing a meal. What kinds of thoughts are going through your head about yourself. Do these thoughts build you up and make you feel positive or are they making you feel worse about yourself? In order to improve your self-talk, you must attack those statements which are unhelpful or unrealistic. Using the statement "I should be in the gym all day long", let's challenge this self-talk by:  Reality testing: What evidence is there for or against it? Since this statement is very extreme, you are unlikely to find any evidence that supports the idea that you should be in the gym all day. However, you can find evidence that says working out for too long can cause injuries or exhaustion that makes it even harder to lose weight. Overdoing it won't help you lose weight. Goal-directed thinking: Is thinking this way solving my problem? No, telling yourself what you should be doing is punishment not a solution. A better way of helping yourself solve the problem is by simply saying "I would like to make the effort and visit the gym today". Rather than feeding into the nonstop self-criticism make an intentional choice to...

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Поймите, как негативный внутренний диалог влияет на вас. Прислушайтесь к своим мыслям. Измените посыл своих мыслей. Формируйте более правильные установки.


Article in English: The thinner coats on your nails will dry faster than a thick one. Thin coats will evaporate faster. Instead of applying one thick coat, try to apply a thin coat and wait for a minute or two for it to dry. Then add another coat and repeat until you reach your desired manicure. If you start with clean nail beds and cuticles, your nail polish will adhere better and dry faster. Start your manicure with healthy hands and your manicure will look more stunning. While it may not help your nails dry quicker, it will help your manicure last longer. Use a thin top coat to dry quicker, and your beautiful manicure will last longer than if you hadn’t.

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Покрывайте ногти тонким слоем лака. Очищайте ногти. Используйте финишное покрытие.


Article in English: The three Rs of an apology are regret, responsibility and remedy.  Regret means being empathetic and acknowledging that what you did was hurtful.  Responsibility means to accept that you made a mistake and that it’s your responsibility to fix it and make amends.  Remedy means that you realize you need to make up for your actions. One of the biggest aspects of an apology is your sincerity.  This comes from the fact that you actually regret what you did and you realize you hurt someone.  If you don’t feel sorry for what you did, or you either don’t accept or don’t care that you hurt someone with your actions, your apology will not be sincere.  Regret doesn’t mean you admit you did anything hurtful on purpose.  It means you realize that what you did was hurtful to another person and you’re sorry you hurt that person. Some examples of how you can apologize such that you show your sincerity and regret are:  I’m very sorry for what I did.  I really regret having hurt you. I am so sorry.  I realize I hurt your feelings and I feel absolutely awful about it. As with regret, taking responsibility doesn’t mean you intentionally meant to hurt anyone.  Responsibility is demonstrating to the person you hurt that you are accepting the blame for what happened. Some examples of how you can apologize such that you take responsibility are:  I am very sorry. I know you’ve had trouble trusting people and me lying to you hasn’t made that any better. I should not have lied to you. I am so sorry. There is absolutely no good excuse for what I did. I know I hurt you and I take full responsibility for that. You can’t take back what you said, or have a do-over, but you can make up for it somehow.  This restitution to the person you hurt could be promising never to do it again, or to make up for the situation by doing something specific. Some examples of how you can apologize such that you offer a remedy are:  I am so sorry I made us late for the movie and we missed the start.  Next time we go to the movies, it’s on me! I regret having...

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Когда будете извиняться, ваши слова должны отразить сожаление, ответственность и желание исправить ситуацию. Проявляйте искренность. Будьте готовы взять на себя ответственность за свои действия. Исправьте ситуацию. Не используйте слова извинения для того, чтобы получить то, чего вы хотите. Продумайте слова извинения заранее. Позвольте человеку, которого вы обидели, подумать о том, что вы сказали. После того, как вы извинитесь перед человеком, выслушайте его внимательно.


Article in English: The three basic lip positions used when throwing your voice are the relaxed position, smile position, and open position.  Create the relaxed position by slightly parting your lips. Keep your jaw loose so that your upper and lower rows of teeth are separated instead of held together.  The smile position is common in a ventriloquist act, but it is not used quite as often as the relaxed and open positions in producing the "distant effect." Create the smile position by holding your jaw and lips apart for the relaxed position. Exert the muscles at the corners of your lips, pulling your lips into a slight smile. Your lower lip will extend out slightly more than it would for a usual smile. The open position is great when trying to express shock or surprise, but some tongue movement might be spotted. Hold your mouth agape so that the separation between your upper and lower jaws is noticeable. Keep the corners of your lips slightly upturned, essentially creating a more open version of the smile position. The easy sounds can be produced with little to no jaw movement. Practice each of these sounds in front of a mirror until you feel comfortable making them without excess mouth movement.  The long and short versions of all five vowels, A, E, I, O, and U, are included among the easy sounds. The hard and soft C sounds and hard and soft G are also among the easy sounds. Other easy sounds include D, H, J, K, L, N, Q, R, S, T, X, and Z. Challenging sounds, also known as labials, are made using an altered tongue position known as the "front press" or "pull off" position.  You usually produce sounds like B and M by momentarily closing your lips, but this movement is obvious and makes it difficult to convince others that the speech comes from a source other than your mouth. Using the "front press" position, your tongue acts as a substitute for one lip. Briefly touch the tip of your tongue to the back of your teeth, applying a light amount of pressure. Make this movement every time your lips would naturally close together to...

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Контролируйте ваши губы. Тренируйтесь на легких звуках. Поработайте над сложными звуками, используя положение «переднее нажатие».


Article in English: The tick will probably still be alive when you remove it. You can soak it in rubbing alcohol or flush it down the toilet to prevent it from attaching itself to you or your loved ones. If ticks in your area are known to frequently carry Lyme disease, you might want to save the tick in case you need to get it tested. Place it in a plastic food storage bag, seal the bag, then put it in the freezer. Find a lab that does tick testing and follow instructions for properly submitting the tick. In the weeks following the tick removal, check the site for signs that you may have contracted Lyme Disease or another tick-borne illness. you'll need to tell your doctor when you noticed the tick, when you removed it, and what subsequent symptoms you notice. If you notice the following symptoms developing, see a doctor immediately:  A fever and/or chills. This is a common symptom of tick-borne illnesses. Headaches and muscle aches. The tell-tale bulls-eye rash. This is a symptom of Lyme disease as well as Southern Tick-Associated Rash Illness (STARI). Red patches create a bulls-eye pattern around the site of the tick bite, so watch out for this. Any other type of rash. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF), also carried by ticks, can cause a rash that does not look like a bulls-eye to appear.

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Избавьтесь от клеща надлежащим образом. Можно сохранить клеща для проведения анализов. Осматривайте место укуса в поисках возможных симптомов.


Article in English: The time and energy you used to dedicate towards your ex and your relationship can now be transferred and directed towards priority number one: you! Relationships, even good ones, often end up "merging" people a bit -- you pick up the same hobbies, patterns, and friends. But being single again is a chance to think once more about you, who you want to be, and what you want to do. Ask yourself -- "what do I want?" Are there things you wanted to do with your ex, but couldn't? Hobbies you put on the shelf when the relationship kicked off? New things you've never had time to try? Now is the time to ask the question, because your answers no longer have to take the other person into consideration. Your energy, money, and time are now all yours -- so put them to good use. A great way to get out of the rut is to plan your life outside of your romantic encounters. Focus on things that have nothing to do with dating or sex, and commit to making yourself a better person. You'll be more confident, happier, and better suited for the single lifestyle. The best part about being single is waking up every morning not knowing exactly where the day will take you. Being in a relationship can be so predictable and has a tendency to feel like a love song on repeat. It gives you those butterflies in your stomach and all those other cheese ball effects, but after a while, it can start to feel dull or routine. But now is the chance to say "yes" to any odd opportunity you feel like. If you have a friend who plays in a band, tag along to one of their shows or plan a weekend getaway for just you and your pals. Do anything! Try everything! But most importantly, say yes to opportunities that present themselves to you. This is the best time to explore and be adventurous. It is valuable to discover new things about yourself and even learn about things you may be afraid of or unfamiliar with. A big rut in most relationships is the "sweatpants phase," where neither of you really need to tend to impress the other with looks. It can be easy to...

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Пробуйте что-нибудь новое. Сделайте вклад в свое будущее, купив абонемент в тренажерный зал, записавшись на онлайн-курсы, поставив новую карьерную цель и прочее. Говорите «да» жизни. Станьте немного сексуальнее. Когда почувствуете готовность, медленно возвращайтесь в мир свиданий.


Article in English: The tiny insects have rounded bodies, with long antennae and 2 slender tubes extending from either side of their rear end. Depending on the species, they may be white, black, gray, green, yellow, or even pink. Some types appear to be covered with a fuzzy, cotton-like substance when viewed up close.  There are both flying and wingless species of aphids, making them even more of a nuisance to control. Some will grow wings once their current food source is degraded and fly onto greener pastures.  Aphids are a common pest in all parts of the globe, and have been known to infest almost any type of crop, tree, shrub, or flowering plant. Turn the leaves over and examine them closely to catch aphids in the act. Though small, they're typically visible to the naked eye. There's no better evidence that you have an aphid infestation on your hands than seeing them for yourself.  While aphids prefer to make a meal of the succulent leaves of fruits and vegetables, they'll happily feed on whatever they find growing. Even a small population of aphids can present a major problem for farmers and gardeners. Take note anytime your plants appear to be failing inexplicably. After long enough, the activity of hungry aphids can weaken or spread disease in once-healthy plants, causing them to look sickly.  Along with the more obvious symptoms of disease, you may be able to spot tiny bite marks along the edges or veins of the leaves. Aphids tend to flourish during the warmer summer months. When aphids eat the sap of healthy plants, they excrete a sticky substance known as “honeydew.” If the leaves of your plants are unusually slick and shiny, or seem to be covered in a thin mucus-like material, there's a good chance that there are aphids nearby.  Honeydew can also take on a dark brown or black coloration as mold and fungi begin to grow on it.  Hosing off your affected plants periodically will help wash away not only aphids themselves, but the residue they leave behind. Once every couple weeks, scan the plants in your garden from root...

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Научитесь распознавать тлю по внешнему виду. Проверьте, нет ли насекомых с нижней стороны листьев. Обратите внимание на закрученные или обесцвеченные листья. Поищите медвяную падь, чтобы определить, где питается тля. Следите, не появились ли на растениях галлы.


Article in English: The top and bottom of each ear will line up with the eye and nose lines you drew earlier. Sketch oblong C-shapes between the guide lines for your ears so they connect to the sides of the circle and jawline. You can either leave the ears as is for a simple look, or draw the curves inside them to add more detail.  Look at your ears or pictures of real ears to get an idea of what they look like. Ears can be various shapes, so choose whatever looks best on your character. In an anime or manga, the nose isn’t as visible from the front view as it is from the side. If you want to make a simple nose, just put a dot on the point where the nose guide line and the vertical center line intersect. For something slightly more complex, draw 2 short curved lines on either side of the center line to give the appearance of nostrils. You can also draw a long straight or curved line extending up toward the eye line if you want to make your character’s nose more defined. so they’re below the guide line you drew earlier. If you’re drawing a male character, draw a horizontal line under the guide line you made that stops near the side of the head. For a female character, draw an arched line underneath your guide that goes toward the side of your character’s head. Place the bottom line for the eye anywhere above the tip of the nose. Draw the other eye on the opposite side of the face so it looks the same as the other.  Anime or manga characters have a variety of different eye shapes, so check your favorites to get ideas on how to draw the eyes on your character. Practice drawing different eye expressions if you want your character to have a particular emotion. For example, an angry character may have narrower eyes and a surprised character will have their eyes wide open. Start the line for your character’s eyebrow above the corner of their eye slightly above the guide line you drew before. Draw a slightly curved or angled line, following the same shape as the top of the eye. You can either leave the eyebrow as a simple line or extend...

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Нарисуйте по бокам головы уши между линиями глаз и носа. Дорисуйте кончик носа в том месте, где пересекаются вертикальная и горизонтальная линии. Нарисуйте глаза Изобразите над глазами брови. Разместите рот посередине между носом и подбородком.


Article in English: The top layer of your vinyl flooring, or the wear layer, is what determines how durable the flooring is. A no-wax coating is made from urethane or vinyl. It’s the most affordable option, but it is the least durable.  You will need to apply a new protective coating every 2-3 years as it wears off over time. These coatings come in a variety of thicknesses and budget options. These coatings are made from advanced materials such as aluminum oxide, and they will provide the greatest protection against everyday wear. Enhanced urethane coatings will cost more, but they will prolong the life of your flooring. You can find vinyl planks with wear layers starting at as little as 2 mil (0.002 in), but these will wear out quickly. Planks with a wear layer of 10 mil (0.01 in) are considered to be appropriately durable for use in moderate-to-high traffic areas of your home. If you are going to be installing your vinyl plank flooring in an area with high foot traffic, such as a restaurant or retail space, choose flooring with a wear layer of at least 20 mil (0.02 in). This will ensure that your flooring is sufficiently durable to last for several years.

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Покрытие без защитного воскового слоя является наиболее доступным. Выберите усиленное уретановое покрытие, если вам важна прочность. Для большинства семейных зон выберите покрытие со слоем износа 0,25 мм или больше. Выберите покрытие со слоем износа 0,5 мм для торговых помещений.


Article in English: The top menu bar may already be visible, including the File and Edit menus. On some versions of Windows or Linux, you'll need to press Alt or F10 to make it appear. Alternatively, right-click the top of your Firefox window and check "Menu Bar." Click Firefox in the menu bar, then select About Mozilla Firefox. In some cases, the About page is located under Help instead. Opening this page will automatically update Firefox. To avoid this, turn off your internet connection before you click this menu option. You should see a pop-up window with the word Firefox at the top. Look for the version number just beneath that, in bold text. If you are using the latest version of Firefox, you'll see the words Firefox is up to date. Otherwise, Firefox will automatically start downloading the latest update. Check the download progress on the same About window, below the version number. Once the download completes, Firefox will update the next time you open it. If the About menu doesn't work for any reason, try these methods instead:  Type about:support in the URL and hit enter. You should see a page titled Troubleshooting Information, which displays the version number underneath Application Basics. Use about: instead for a less detailed page. (Windows only) Right click the Firefox desktop icon. Open Properties, visit the Shortcut tab, and click Open File Location. Right-click firefox.exe, open Properties again, then visit the Details tab. Look for the version number on this menu.

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Запустите Firefox. Отобразите строку меню. Откройте страницу «О Firefox». Определите версию браузера, которая указана под словом «Firefox». Обновление браузера в автоматическом режиме. Другие способы определения версии Firefox.


Article in English: The topic sentence states the main point of the paragraph and relates directly back to your thesis. When you write your other sentences, they need to support your topic sentence. Use your outline to help write your topic sentence for your body paragraphs. Think of your topic sentences as mini-theses so your paragraphs only argue a specific point. Use your research to summarize or include direct quotes from your sources to give your essay validity. When you include information that isn’t common knowledge, cite your sources in-text based on the format required for your paper. Many high school essays are written in MLA or APA style. Ask your teacher what format they want you to follow if it’s not specified. Give relevance to the quotes of information you provide in your essay so your reader understands the point you are trying make.  Don’t assume your reader will make the connection between your info and the thesis of your paper. Analysis also gives you a chance to include your own thoughts and interpretation of the facts you provide. Unless you’re writing a personal essay, avoid the use of “I” statements since this could make your essay look less professional. To ensure that your readers can smoothly move between your body paragraphs, use words or phrases to relate the paragraphs to one another. This will make it so your essay doesn’t seem disjointed and will keep your points succinct.  For example, if your body paragraphs discuss similar points in a different way, you can use phrases like “in the same way,” “similarly,” and “just as” to start other body paragraphs. If you are posing different points, try phrases like “in spite of,” “in contrast,” or “however” to transition.

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Начинайте каждый абзац с тематического предложения. Приводите собранные факты и цитаты со ссылками на источники. Предоставьте собственный анализ фактов. Используйте переходные предложения между основными абзацами.


Article in English: The traditional champagne flute – a tall, narrow glass – will preserve carbonation best. A wine glass with a slight belly-bulge at the bottom will allow more of the nose of the wine to accumulate without providing too much loss of carbonation.  A champagne coupe is a wide mouth glass seen most often in the champagne glass pyramids at weddings. These are not ideal for the dry champagnes that are popular today, as they give up lots of the carbonation and do not maintain the vapors as well for the pungent aroma part of the experience. For an extra special presentation, create a champagne pyramid using champagne coupe glasses. It's best to opt for a less expensive type of champagne for this type of presentation. To pop the cork of a champagne bottle quietly and safely, first you need to loosen the muselet (the wire cage that fits over the outside of the cork), but don't remove it completely. Then hold the champagne bottle at a 45̊ angle and begin rotating the base of the champagne bottle. Keep doing this until the cork loosens and pops off. If you are serving champagne in a restaurant setting, it is common practice to present the bottle to the host of the party you are serving with the label facing them so they can read inspect and read the bottle. You may also serve a small sample to the host for their approval before dispensing the champagne to the other guests. Serve your customers in a clockwise fashion. The pouring aspect is very important because if the champagne is poured incorrectly, it can lose its distinctive bubbly taste. To correctly pour champagne, you should hold the bottle with one hand firmly at the base with your thumb in the punt (the depression) and spread your fingers out along the body of the bottle.  Pour the champagne against the side of the glass rather than directly into the bottom. This will help the champagne maintain more of its bubbles.  Additionally, remember that many bottles of champagne are stored in dank cellars that are less than spotless as far as clean storage conditions go....

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Решите, в чем вы будете подавать шампанское. Вытащите пробку. Презентуйте шампанское. Знайте, как правильно наливать шампанское. Подберите правильное сочетание с едой. Подавайте шампанское как часть другого напитка или блюда.


Article in English: The traditional greeting can sometimes feel overplayed, so try something different for a more unique greeting. Amidst the flood of “Happy birthday” greetings, let yours be one that stands out. Some phrases you can try out are:  Have a wonderful birthday! Hope your special day is amazing! Hope you have an enjoyable birthday! You deserve it. I’m so glad to know you and hope you have an amazing day. Enjoy your next trip around the sun! Take into consideration any milestones that have happened in the past year and incorporate those into your birthday greeting. Acknowledge what the person has accomplished to show that you are invested in their life.  For example, you could say something like, “This past year you succeeded at starting your own business, and I look forward to seeing all that you accomplish in the year to come. Happy birthday!” Examples of milestones include learning how to drive, graduating from high school or a higher education program, buying a home, growing a family, getting a new job, getting married, moving, starting a new business, and meeting a personal goal, like running a marathon or reading 50 books in a year. Get a birthday card or stationery and sit down for 10 minutes and write a short letter to your friend or family member. Think about the ways in which they have positively impacted your life, what makes them special, and what you hope will be true for them in the coming year. Taking the time to handwrite a message is a gift in and of itself. Most communication happens quickly via the Internet or the phone, so a handwritten note will be something the birthday person can hold onto for a long time. What a great time to share your appreciation of your loved one! Think about what it is that makes you happy to be in a committed relationship with them and what you have enjoyed learning about them in the past year. It can also be fun to reference inside jokes or ideas about what you look forward to celebrating with them in the coming year. Try saying something like, “Just when I think it...

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Ваше «с днем рождения» должно быть особенным, не похожим на другие. Придумайте уникальное поздравление с учетом возраста и увлечений именинника. Напишите личное сообщение с более личными пожеланиями. Расскажите дорогому имениннику, что вам в нем нравится. Выразите благодарность, если речь идет о дне рождения родителя. В день рождения лучшего друга подчеркните то, чем он уникален. Придайте поздравлению с днем рождения для вашего коллеги более личное звучание. Поздравьте друга на его родном языке.


Article in English: The traditional hot toddy is also available in a flavorful tea variant.  To get started, boil 8 ounces (240 milliliters) of water and add in ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger, 3 whole cloves, 1 cinnamon stick, and 2 bags of green or orange tea. Let it brew for 5 minutes, then take out the tea bags.  Reheat the tea in the microwave for 1 minute, then add 2 tablespoons of honey and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Pour 1 or 2 ounces (30 – 60 milliliters) of whiskey into the cup.  Stir everything with a spoon and drink while warm. A hot and flavorful mixture of herbal tea and booze can help you treat your cold.  Brew a bag of berry-flavored herbal tea in 6 ounces (180 milliliters) of boiling water for two to three minutes. Discard the tea bag, then add 1 ½ ounces (45 milliliters) of white rum, ½ tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of honey. Stir everything together, then garnish with a lemon twist (or some lemon peel). Whisky chai is a tasty beverage that combines traditional chai tea with a bit of whisky.  To get started, mix 16 powdered cloves, one teaspoon ginger, eight powdered cardamom pods (without seeds), 20 powdered black peppercorns, a pinch of nutmeg, and two powdered cinnamon sticks.  In a medium saucepan, simmer one quart (one liter) of whole milk.  Stir in the spices.  Let the spices and milk mingle for 10 minutes.  Strain the mixture after 10 minutes, then return it to the saucepan. Stir in three ounces (89 milliliters) whisky. Drink the whisky chai while hot.

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Заварите горячий чай. Приготовьте ягодный ромовый чай. Попробуйте чай с молоком, специями и виски.


Article in English: The traditional mosaic adhesive is cement-based mortar. It is made by mixing cement, sand, and water. But you can also use acrylic based adhesives, epoxy resins, or construction adhesives. Find the right adhesive for you at your local craft supply or hardware store. Start by looking at the “Applications” section on the label. You will need an adhesive that works well for your base and decoration materials.  If you are making an outdoor mosaic, make sure your adhesive label states that it is water-resistant. For mosaics that will regularly get wet, like shower floors, use thinset mortar.  Acrylic-based adhesives are easy to use and very strong and good for slippery surfaces like ceramic and glass. Epoxy resins work well on metals, but they can be messy to use and smelly. The time needed varies depending on the type of adhesive you used and where your mosaic will be, so check the label on your adhesive and follow the directions stated there. Once the adhesive is set, wipe the mosaic tiles with a damp sponge to clear away any extra adhesive material that may have risen to the top.  Try to wipe the excess mortar as soon as possible after its set. If you wait until the adhesive cures completely (usually another 24 hours after it is set), it will be very difficult to wipe off the excess from the tiles. If you used traditional mortar, 24 hours is usually enough time for indoor mosaics. Outdoor mosaics will need to set for 72 hours. Acrylic adhesives and epoxy resins usually take between 12-24 hours to set completely.

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Выберите подходящий раствор для крепления выбранной вами мозаики. Дайте раствору застыть.


Article in English: The traditional path for fashion designers is usually to go to a design school. The Fashion Institute of Technology and Parsons The New School for Design (both in New York City) are leaders in this industry, but they don't come cheap. Tuition is often thousands of dollars per year.  Many colleges also offer majors in Fashion Merchandising, which includes courses in design, marketing, and business practices. If you want to own your own label, this could be a good option for you.  If you're very confident in your business and design skills, you could try to train through apprenticeships with other fashion labels, or even go it on your own. Many people dream of becoming fashion designers, envisioning the life as a world full of glamor and beautiful models and gorgeous silks and leathers. While these things can be part of it, some experts suggest that less than 10% of your time as a label owner will be spent actually designing your clothes: the rest of it is eaten up with small-business-owner responsibilities such as managing line production, packaging and sending off clothes to magazines and customers, and dealing with the public. For some people, being your own boss and being solely responsible for the success of your company is an exhilarating sense of independence; for others, it's the stuff of sweat-drenched nightmares. Are you the type of person who thrives on challenge, tight deadlines, and stiff competition? Can you persist through hardships because your dream of a label is everything to you? You can still work in fashion even if you don't start your own line. Some fashion designers go to work for large fashion houses and never start their own labels, because they don't want all the extra responsibilities that come along with that. In fashion, much of your success will be determined not only by what you know, but by who you know.  Finding a business partner with experience in running a small business could be a really good idea. In addition to bringing expertise and a different set of skills to your...

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Рассмотрим варианты обучения. Попытайтесь понять, какова  реальность мира моды. Рассмотрим вашу личность. Убедитесь, есть ли у вас навыки и связи, необходимые для создания новой марки одежды. Убедитесь, что можете спонсировать свою марку. Консультации с адвокатом и бухгалтером.


Article in English: The traditional wakeskate board is made of pressed wood just like a skateboard. Recent interest in the sport has led to more high-tech designs that use a plastic foam core. Wooden boards tend to react more like skateboards and respond well to tricks, whereas composite boards float a little lighter and feel like wakeboards. Composite boards tend to last longer and are usually more expensive. Board size is always measured in inches, and the size you buy depends on you as a skater. Lighter boards move slower but respond well to tricks, while bigger boards have more buoyancy and speed through the water.  39-41 inches: Riders who weigh 90-170lbs, beginners and intermediates. 42-43 inches: Riders who weigh 150-200lbs, intermediate riders. 44-46 inches: Riders who weigh more than 180lbs, advanced riders. While they have slightly less control than a grip-tape board, foam-topped boards are great for beginners. You can wear shoes with them as well, but many people find it easier to learn barefoot because they can feel the boards movement better. The only issue is that fins make it more difficult to break the surface of the water and get air. Still, fins are good for beginners or those who want to focus on speed and comfortable riding. Many boards come with removable fins, allowing you to adapt your board to your riding style or skill level. Wakeskaters have a wide variety of shoes to choose from, as most regular athletic shoes will work just fine. Many wakeskaters prefer normal skateboard shoes because they are designed to interact with the surface of the board for grip and stability. Wakeskate specific shoes, however, have drainage channels and quick-drying material for added comfort on the board. Unless you're planning to do tricks, jumps and other stunts you can use regular athletic shoes or skateboarding shoes. These boards are more forgiving to ride, have added stability, and can be ridden with shoes or barefoot. Talk to the staff at your watersports shop about finding the correct size for you if you have any...

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Вы должны знать, что доски производят из дерева или пенопласта (композитного). Правильно определите свой вес и уровень мастерства. Купите доску с пенистой поверхностью, если хотите ездить босиком. Для лучшей устойчивости установите на доску плавники. Купите хорошую пару обуви. Если вы новичок, купите легкую доску с пенистой поверхностью и плавниками.


Article in English: The trailing stop loss is a type of sell order that adjusts automatically to the moving value of the stock. Most pertinently, the trailing stop loss order moves with the value of the stock when it rises. For example:  You purchase stock at $25. The stock rises to $27. You place a sell trailing stop loss order using a $1 trail value. While the price moves up, the trailing price (stop price) will stay at $1 less than the current  price. The stock price reaches $29 and then it starts to drop. The trailing stop loss would be at $28. Once the stock price hits $28, your trailing stop loss order will become a market order. This means that you will sell the stock. At this point, your gains are locked in (assuming a buyer can be found). A traditional stop loss is an order designed to limit losses automatically. It does not follow or adjust to the stock's changing price, unlike the trailing stop loss order.  The traditional stop loss order is placed at a specific price point and does not change. For example: You purchase stock for $30. You set your traditional stop loss order at $28. In this case, the stock will be sold at $28. If the stock price rises to $35 and then dips suddenly, you will still sell at $28. You will not protect the paper profit you made from the stock's recent rise. Use a trailing stop loss order instead of selling at a predetermined level. Instead the order automatically adjusts when the price of your investment rises.  With a traditional stop loss order, say you have a $15 stock. You establish a sell level (say, $10) that will not change. If the price of your stock goes up to $20, you still have a  $10 sell level. If the stock plummets, you will still sell at $10. With a trailing stop loss order, say you have a $15 stock. You might establish a trailing stop loss order of 10% instead of a traditional stop loss order at, say, $13.50. If the stock goes up to $20, you will still use the 10% level. This makes your stop loss order effective at $18 (10% below $20). If you had used a traditional stop...

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Узнайте, как работает скользящий стоп-лосс ордер. Узнайте, что такое традиционный стоп-лосс. Узнайте, как скользящий стоп-лосс ордер помогает максимизировать прибыль. Используйте простую упреждающую стратегию.


Article in English: The transpose of a transpose is the original matrix. This is pretty intuitive, since all you're doing is switching the rows and columns. If you switch them again, you're back where you started. In a square matrix, transposition "flips" the matrix over the main diagonal. In other words, the elements in a diagonal line from element a11 to the bottom right corner will remain the same. Each other elements will move across the diagonal and end up at the same distance from the diagonal, on the opposite side. If you can't visualize this, draw a 4x4 matrix on a piece of paper. Now fold is over the main diagonal. See how elements a14 and a41 touch? They trade places in the transpose, as does each other pair that touches when folded. A symmetric matrix is symmetric across the main diagonal. If we use the "flip" or "fold" description above, we can immediately see that nothing changes. All the element pairs that trade places were already identical. In fact, this is the standard way to define a symmetric matrix. If matrix A = AT, then matrix A is symmetric.

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(MT)T = M. Зеркально отобразите матрицу относительно главной диагонали. Транспонируйте симметричную матрицу.


Article in English: The type of currency you are spending or getting rid of, is the base currency. The currency that you are purchasing is called quote currency. In forex trading, you sell one currency to purchase another. The exchange rate tells you how much you have to spend in quote currency to purchase base currency. A long position means that you want to buy the base currency and sell the quote currency. In our example above, you would want to sell U.S. dollars to purchase British pounds. A short position means that you want to buy quote currency and sell the base currency. In other words, you would sell British pounds and purchase U.S. dollars. The bid price is the price at which your broker is willing to buy base currency in exchange for quote currency. The bid is the best price at which you are willing to sell your quote currency on the market. The ask price, or the offer price is the price at which your broker will sell base currency in exchange for quote currency. The ask price is the best available price at which you are willing to buy from the market. A spread is the difference between the bid price and the asking price. You'll see two numbers on a forex quote: the bid price on the left and the asking price on the right. Make predictions about the economy. If you believe that the U.S. economy will continue to weaken, which is bad for the U.S. dollar, then you probably want to sell dollars in exchange for a currency from a country where the economy is strong. Look at a country's trading position. If a country has many goods that are in demand, then the country will likely export many goods to make money. This trading advantage will boost the country's economy, thus boosting the value of its currency. Consider politics. If a country is having an election, then the country's currency will appreciate if the winner of the election has a fiscally responsible agenda. Also, if the government of a country loosens regulations for economic growth, the currency is likely to increase in value. Read economic reports. Reports on a...

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Ознакомьтесь с основной терминологией рынка форекс. Посмотрите на котировки форекс. Решите, какую валюту вы хотите купить или продать. Научитесь подсчитывать прибыль.


Article in English: The type of food your tortoise eats will largely depend on the species of tortoise you've chosen. It's important to ask the source where you got the tortoise what you should make a part of its staple diet. In general, though, most tortoises eat mixed leafy greens, such as a typical "spring mix" you can find at any grocery store. When tortoises are babies, they need to eat softer or crispier foods, because their tiny jaws will find it hard to tear apart harder foods. Tortoises can eat most vegetables, such as broccoli, green beans, or kale, especially if you mix them in with the mixed greens, but it's important to know what your type of tortoise needs.  Your tortoise may need supplements to make sure that he or she grows healthy and strong. The supplements must have Calcium and a some Vitamin A, Vitamin D3 should be offered too if the tortoise is kept indoors without UV light. Some tortoises prefer dandelion leaves, celery, lettuce, and sometimes fruit. It's important that your tortoise has enough water to stay hydrated and healthy. You can just pour some water in a shallow tray or saucer and sink it into the floor of the enclosure so that your tortoise can't flip it over. It should be shallow enough so that your tortoise can easily stand in it and can place its head in the water without being completely submerged. Replace the water daily. Your tortoise should have its own bowl of water, whether it is outdoors or indoors. Never drop a tortoise; if their shell breaks, they might die from an infection. Though you may be dying to hold your pet tortoise, you should try to take it easy on holding it, or letting others hold it. This can be stressful for your favorite creature. If there are small children around, explain to them that it would be better if they would admire it through observation and contact is only necessary during care. Tortoises need to stay hydrated, especially when they are young. When you first bring home your tortoise, you should soak it in water a few times a week, so it feels fully hydrated,...

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Кормите вашу черепаху. Обеспечивайте свою черепаху водой. Обращайтесь с черепахой бережно. Окунайте в воду вашу маленькую черепаху несколько раз в неделю. Выберите тип жилища для вашей черепахи, который вам понравится.


Article in English: The type of oats traditionally used for oat flour are called "rolled oats." These can be bought for cheap at many grocery stores, but are not always available. Luckily, you can use instant, quick-cook, or steel cut as well -- the only difference is grain size, and you're grinding them all up anyway.  Don't use oats that have been flavored in any way, as this flavor will work into your final dish. Plain oats are best. If you're going to be using your oat flour in a recipe immediately, measure out more oats than the recipe calls for. Once you turn them into flour, they'll settle and take up a smaller volume. You'll generally end up with about 3/4 of the volume of oats you started with. Any standard blender or "Magic Bullet"-type device will also work well.In a pinch, you could use a coffee grinder. Be sure to clean it out first unless you want coffee-flavored flour. Pulse for 30 seconds or until the oats reach a fine, powdery consistency. They should look a lot like traditional plain, all-purpose wheat flour.  No blender? There are a variety of ways to make manual flour, but you need to know they will take a while. You could try:  Mincing: Using your sharpest knife, rock it back and forth over a small pile of oats to quickly chop them up. They will be a little bigger than a real flour, but will still work.  Grinding: Using a mortar and pestle, grind the oats into a powder.  Mashing: A last-ditch effort, put the oats in a resealable plastic bag, squeeze the air out, and start crushing as if washing clothing by hand. Note that this will likely take a long time. It can be hard to tell whether any extra oats remain in your flour, so open the food processor or blender and stir the powder a few times to be safe. Pulse again for 10 seconds or so. Your oat flour is ready to use right away. You can use it roughly how you would use plain flour ordinarily, substituting it into recipes. If you need to save some, use the same rules you would use for ordinary flour. Keep it in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. Oat...

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Отмерьте порцию овсяной крупы. Пересыпьте овес в кухонный комбайн. Перемешайте овес и перемелите еще раз оставшиеся крупные частицы. Используйте муку сразу или оставьте на потом.


Article in English: The type of soil under your lawn, as well as the climate and time of year, will dictate how often you need to water your lawn. If you live in an area that is prone to heavy rainfall during parts of the year, for example, you will not need to water as frequently. Certain yards may not reap the full benefits of rainfall, however, depending on the yard's composition and layout.  Certain soil types absorb water better than others. A high composition of clay, for example, will prevent water from absorbing into the soil.  Clay tends to retain an average around 1.5 inches of water per foot of soil, while fine sand and loamy sand retain the least amount of water at 0.7 and 0.8 inches of water per foot of soil, respectively.  Silty loam, clay loam, and silty clay loam have the highest water retention of all soil types, averaging 2.4 inches of water per foot of soil.  The layout of the yard is a factor as well. A sloped lawn will not be able to absorb much excess water. Any moisture not readily absorbed will most likely run off downhill. Certain times of day are better than others when watering your lawn. Timing will also vary depending on your climate. It may come as no surprise that where you live may be the biggest factor in when and how often you need to water your lawn.  If you live in a humid climate, you should water your lawn between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM for optimum results.  In hot, arid climates, it's best to water lawns in the still hours of the early morning, before sunrise. This will help reduce the amount of water that would otherwise be lost to daytime evaporation and winds. In cooler temperatures, it's best to water your lawn before 10:00 AM or after 6:00 PM. This will minimize evaporation. While some may feel that the lawn should be watered on a daily basis, oftentimes this is not necessary. Many factors influence how often you need to water your lawn. In drought-prone Southern California, for example, you may need to water your lawn anywhere from 20 minutes per week to 200 minutes per week, depending...

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Определите тип почвы на вашем участке. Определитесь со временем полива. Определитесь с тем, как часто необходим полив. Оцените расход воды вашими разбрызгивателями. Рассчитайте оптимальный объем воды для полива вашего газона.


Article in English: The type of soil you have determines how to topdress a lawn because you want to balance out your soil. For example, heavy clay soil should have plenty of sand added to the topdress material to provide additional drainage. A basic mix is 3 parts sand with 3 parts loam and 1 part peat. Adjust this to allow for your soil type. Work the mixture until it is as lump-free as possible. Otherwise, you may just be planting more weeds in your yard. Don’t use sea sand for topdressing.

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Определите, какой у вас тип почвы. Смешайте мульчу в вашей тачке или другом большом контейнере. Используйте самодельный компост, только если вы знаете, что он не содержит семян сорняков. Убедитесь, что песок не содержит известь.


Article in English: The type of wallpaper that’s on the walls will determine how much effort you have to put into removing it. Newer wallpaper is called strippable wallpaper, because you can strip it off with your hands and a scraper without adding water or stripping chemicals. No matter what kind of wallpaper you have, begin by tearing off all the loose pieces you can.  If you have strippable wallpaper, you'll be able to remove all the wallpaper without chemical strippers. Continue stripping and dry scraping the paper to remove the majority of it. Loosen the corners with a putty knife or scraper, and then peel off the paper at a 15-degree angle. Use a damp sponge to moisten any leftover paper, and use a scraper to remove the rest of it. If you have peelable wallpaper, you'll be able to remove the top layer of paper easily, and the backing will stay behind on the wall. You'll remove this backing later with water and chemical stripper. With the wallpaper scoring tool, carefully go over all the wallpaper surfaces that you want to remove. This will punch small holes in the wallpaper or backing. Don’t press too hard, because the scorer can damage the drywall underneath.  It’s important to score the wallpaper or the backing because this will give the chemical stripper access to the paste underneath. Once the paste is soaked with the stripper, the wallpaper will come off easily. Use course sandpaper to rough up the surface of the wallpaper or backing if you don’t have a scoring tool. Fill a bucket with hot water and soak the wallpaper removing sheets to saturate them. This will allow them to stick to the walls, and will start to loosen the glue under the paper or the backing.  If you're using a powdered chemical stripper that gets mixed with water, you can also soak the sheets in the chemical stripping solution instead of plain water. Wallpaper strippers can come as a premixed liquid, a liquid concentrate, or a powder. If you have a powder or liquid concentrate, place the stripping chemical in a bucket and mix it with water according...

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Оторвите от стен в сухом состоянии все, что только сможете. Перфорируйте остатки обоев. Замочите салфетки для снятия обоев в горячей воде. Приложите к стене салфетки для удаления обоев. Распылите на салфетки средство для снятия обоев. Снимите размокшие обои. Соскребите остатки обоев.


Article in English: The upright posture helps you to concentrate on your breathing as you purposefully inhale and exhale. If you’re sitting in a chair with a back, try not to lean back against it or slouch. Stay as erect as possible. Position your legs in whichever manner is comfortable to you. You can extend them out in front of you or cross them beneath you like a pretzel if you’re using a cushion on the ground. The most important thing is that your posture remains straight. In the media, we often see people holding their hands at their knees when meditating, but if that’s uncomfortable for you, don’t worry about it. You can fold them in your lap, let them hang at your sides — whatever allows you to clear your mind and concentrate on your breathing. It doesn’t matter if your eyes are opened or closed when you meditate, though many people find it easier to block out visual distractions with closed eyes. Either way, tilting your head as though you’re looking down helps open up the chest and ease your breathing. When you’re in a comfortable position and are ready to get started, set your timer for however long you’d like to meditate. Don’t feel any pressure to reach an hour-long transcendental state during your first week. Start small with 3-5 minute sessions, and work your way up to half an hour, or even longer if you’d like. You should both inhale and exhale through your nose when meditating. However, make sure your jaw muscles are relaxed, even though your mouth is closed. Don’t clench your jaws or grind your teeth; simply relax. This is what meditation’s all about. Instead of trying not to think about the things that might stress you out on a day-to-day basis, give yourself something positive to focus on: your breath. By focusing all of your concentrating on your inhalations and exhalations, you’ll find that all other thoughts from the outside world fall away on their own, without you having to worry about how to ignore them.  Concentrate on your breathing in the way that’s most comfortable for you. Some people like to focus...

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Сядьте на подушку или кресло, выпрямив спину. Не волнуйтесь о том, что делать с руками. Наклоните подбородок, будто вы смотрите вниз. Установите таймер. Когда дышите, держите рот закрытым. Сосредоточьтесь на дыхании. Наблюдайте за своим дыханием, но не анализируйте его. Возвращайте внимание обратно к дыханию, если оно начнет блуждать. Не будьте слишком строги к себе.


Article in English: The upscale bistro downtown probably doesn't hire servers without experience. If you've never worked as a server before, chain restaurants like Chili's or Applebee's are a good way to start out, getting the training and experience you'll need to get a job where the tips will be great. You'll learn a lot about the way a restaurant works and the way to be a good server. If you don't have one already, focus on articulating the skills necessary for serving food in a restaurant. You'll need to be good at dealing with customers, working in a team-environment, and working quickly. Highlight similar work experience that illustrates these traits. If you've never worked before and hope to get a job as a server, you might focus on school successes and teamwork environments like sports in which you've thrived. Be positive and sell yourself. That's the job. When you find a place that's hiring, ask to speak with the manager. A resume left with a bartender might end up getting lost, and anyway, the bartender isn't the one doing the hiring. Bring your resume and your enthusiasm. Tell them you'd be really excited to speak more about the position and that you're ready to start right away. Since being a server is about making a good first impression most of the time, treat getting the job like the job. Make a good first impression. Preparing answers to likely interview questions will ensure that you're not thrown for a loop in front of the manager and that you've thought through the responsibilities of the job.  Some managers might ask, "What's your favorite thing on our menu?" or "If the kitchen ran out of fish, what would suggest as an alternative?" Brush up on the menu of the restaurant before hand by checking out Yelp or the restaurant's website. Be prepared to respond to disaster scenarios. Some managers might ask, "Someone gives you a fake ID to buy alcohol. What do you do?" or, more directly, "A customer is angry about their meal. What should you do?" Think through these scenarios and respond thoughtfully. Come with...

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Для начала пытайтесь устроиться на работу в рестораны, которые обучат вас азам профессии. Подготовьте резюме. Поговорите с менеджером. Подготовьтесь к вопросам собеседования.


Article in English: The usefulness of a reading journal ultimately depends on how much you read. If you're reading most days of the week, it stands to reason you probably go through more books in a year than you can remember in depth. If you find yourself struggling to remember bigger details of a book you read a few months ago, a book journal will be a big help. The act of writing thoughts down does a lot to retain memory. If you only read a few books a year, it may not be so helpful to keep a reading journal. These journals are usually only worthwhile for truly avid readers. There are two main routes you can go with a book journal: You can write in a physical journal, or you can take your writing online with a blog. Some people prefer the personal touch of a physical book, while others swear by the convenience and accessibility of a web publication.  Although you may already have a preference for one over the other, you should consider both routes before making a firmer choice. In some cases, a fusion of physical and online note keeping is a good idea. You won't always be around a computer when you're reading, and your finalized reflections can be input into a blog once you're done reading a given book. If you opt for the physical option, you shouldn't rely on a cheap coil-bound book. Although these are cheap and functional, they don't hold up to wear very well. When you're buying a book, look for something with a high-quality spine, preferably leatherbound. While you're going for durability, you also want something that you'll feel happy with writing in for the next several months.  It's not uncommon for writers to develop an emotional attachment to their journals, so make sure you buy a journal that's high-quality enough to deserve it. A blog is a free online journal. You won't have to worry about running out of space if you go online with your book journal. Your entries will be easier to organize and retrieve. In addition, a blog offers the possibility of a readership.  There are lots of free blogging sites available....

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Оцените преимущества дневника. Выберите способ. Купите качественный блокнот. Создайте блог. Зарегистрируйтесь на LiveLib.


Article in English: The variance is a figure that represents how far your data in your sample is clustered about the mean.   This calculation will give you an idea about how far your data is spread out. Samples with low variance have data that is clustered closely about the mean. Samples with high variance have data that is spread far from the mean. Variance is often used to compare the distributions between two data sets or samples. This will give you an idea of how much each number in your sample differs from the mean.  In our sample of tree heights (7, 8, 8, 7.5, and 9 feet) the mean was 7.9. 7 - 7.9 = -0.9, 8 - 7.9 = 0.1, 8 - 7.9 = 0.1, 7.5 - 7.9 = -0.4, and 9 - 7.9 = 1.1. Do these calculations again to check your math. It is extremely important that you have the right figures for this step. You will need each of these figures to figure out the variance in your sample.  Remember, in our sample we subtracted the mean of 7.9 from each of our data points (7, 8, 8, 7.5, and 9) and came up with the following: -0.9, 0.1, 0.1, -0.4, and 1.1. Square all of these figures: (-0.9)^2 = 0.81, (0.1)^2 = 0.01, (0.1)^2 = 0.01, (-0.4)^2 = 0.16, and (1.1)^2 = 1.21. The squares from this calculation are: 0.81, 0.01, 0.01, 0.16, and 1.21. Check your answers before proceeding to the next step. This calculation is call the sum of squares.   In our sample of tree heights, the squares were as follows: 0.81, 0.01, 0.01, 0.16, and 1.21. 0.81 + 0.01 + 0.01 + 0.16 + 1.21 = 2.2 For our example of tree heights, the sum of squares is 2.2. Check your addition to make sure that you have the right figure before moving on. Remember, n is your sample size (how many numbers there are in your sample). Doing this step will provide the variance.   In our sample of tree heights (7, 8, 8, 7.5, and 9 feet), the sum of squares was 2.2. There are 5 numbers in this sample. Therefore n = 5. n - 1 = 4 Remember the sum of squares is 2.2. To find the variance, calculate the following: 2.2 / 4. 2.2 / 4 = 0.55 Therefore the variance for this sample of tree heights is 0.55.

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Найдите дисперсию. Вычтите среднее значение из каждого числа выборки. Каждый полученный результат возведите в квадрат. Сложите найденные квадраты. Разделите сумму квадратов на (n-1).


Article in English: The vase or glass bottle doesn't have to be glass or clear, as you will be covering it with rope and cord. Take into consideration the vase or bottle size as compared to the amount of rope and cord you will ultimately need. Consider using an old soda or beer bottle as your “vase” if you don’t have a vase you can transform. Nearly any bottle that can be used to hold flowers or plants can be used for this project. Depending on how you plan to design the vase you may only want a splash of cord color so determine the amount of cord as compared to rope. Bring the vase or bottle (if possible) with you when choosing the rope and cord.  This will allow you to determine the amount and style of rope and cord. Make sure you have plenty of glue sticks on hand for quick additions if needed.

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Определите, какую вазу вы хотели бы видоизменить. Возьмите сизальную веревку (натурального цвета) и цветной шнур из полипропилена. Извлеките пистолет для горячего клея и найдите свою пару острых ножниц.


Article in English: The vast majority of fevers in children and adults are self-limiting, and usually disappear within two to three days. Therefore, you should be patient with mild-to-moderate fevers for a few days (because they are beneficial) and monitor the temperature every couple of hours or so to make sure the fever doesn't get dangerously high. For infants and toddlers, it's best to take rectal readings. Fevers that last for a week or more are reason for concern, as are high temperatures (over 103°F or 39.4°C in adults and over 101°F or 38.3°C in kids).  Keep in mind that body temperature is usually highest in the evening and after physical activity. Menstruation, feeling strong emotions and being in a hot and humid environment also raise the core body temperature temporarily. In addition to sweating, other symptoms associated with mild-to-moderate fevers include: muscle aches, general weakness, fatigue, shivering, headache, loss of appetite and flushed face. Additional symptoms associated with high fevers include: hallucinations, confusion, irritability, convulsions, and potential loss of consciousness (coma).  While waiting out a mild-to-moderate fever, make sure to keep well hydrated. Fevers trigger sweating, which can quickly lead to dehydration without making the effort to drink lots of fluids. A simple and common-sense method of reducing a fever is to remove excess clothing during waking hours and excess blankets while in bed. Clothes and blankets insulate our bodies and prevent heat from escaping from our skin. Thus, wear one layer of lightweight clothing and use one lightweight blanket to sleep with while trying to combat a high fever.  Avoid clothes and blankets made from synthetic fabrics or wool. Stick with cotton fabrics instead because they breathe better. Remember that your head and feet are capable of losing a lot of heat, so try not to cover your head with hats or your feet with thick socks while fighting a high fever. Don't bundle up someone who develops the chills from a fever because they can get...

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Будьте терпеливы и контролируйте температуру. Уберите лишние одеяла и снимите лишнюю одежду. Примите прохладную ванну или душ. Больше пейте. Сидите или лежите рядом с вентилятором.


Article in English: The veins in your legs have to work against gravity to carry blood back to your heart. Certain habits can make this process harder on the veins, causing them to become strained and enlarged, which makes them visible. Aid the circulation in your legs by practicing the following habits:  Don't stay in the same position for long periods. Whether you're sitting at a desk all day or standing in front of a classroom for hours at a time, staying in the same position inhibits circulation. Find time to change things up by taking a walk around your office or putting your feet up between classes. Don't cross your legs. This cuts off circulation and puts unnecessary stress on your veins. Sit with your feet flat on the floor to allow the veins in your legs to circulate blood unobstructed. Your feet are an important part of the circulation in your legs, and if you wear shoes that pinch or otherwise inhibit blood flow, it can lead to the appearance of spider veins.  Avoid high heels. Heels put extra pressure on your legs and make your veins work harder to carry blood back to the heart. Wear low heels or flat shoes instead. Avoid tight boots. Knee-length boots, especially, can constrict your legs and inhibit circulation. Available at drugstores and other stores that sell medical equipment, compression hose provide extra support to your legs to aid in blood circulation and prevent your veins from getting strained.  Compression hose are not the same as support stockings and other fashion stockings. Compression hose apply pressure in certain spots to help your circulation. Prescription-strength gradient compression hose must be fitted by a professional but they offer even more pressure than regular support pantyhose and gradient compression hose. Wear hose as often as possible, and not just when you're wearing a dress or skirt. Wear hose under pants, too. Compression hose can also help ease the swelling or stinging that results from sclerotherapy or laser treatment. Keeping your skin healthy protects the veins beneath it and...

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Не мешайте циркуляции в ногах. Носите удобную обувь. Носите компрессионные чулки. Заботьтесь о своей коже.


Article in English: The very first page your visitors see should tell them everything they need to know about your band without overwhelming them. Try to use pictures and succinct headers to convey this information, rather than dense paragraphs. Your home page should have at least the following:  The name of your band A picture of your logo or the band itself The name and/or artwork of your latest project Easy-to-see links to other parts of the sites One great example is the official site of Queens of the Stone Age. On www.qotsa.com, you are greeted with the name of the band, followed by the name of their latest album (...Like Clockwork). Both are in a large, eye-catching font. Artwork from the album takes up most of the screen. Links to tour dates, merchandise, and so on, are clearly arranged at the bottom. Conventional wisdom is that bands make most of their money from touring. Though this is now the subject of some debate, it's still absolutely crucial to have an up-to-date list of appearances and tour dates on your site. This can affect your bottom line: if your fans can easily find when and where you'll be playing shows, they'll be more likely to buy tickets and come see you. Be sure to update your list of dates immediately whenever changes or cancellations occur. Rap group Run the Jewels has an example of a well-done gig list on its site. As of June 2015, the summer tour dates are up-to-date and arranged in clear, logical order. The group even gives the page a personal touch with a Blade Runner-spoofing tour poster above the dates. Most band sites let visitors listen to at least a song or two for free. If you're using a music-hosting site like SoundCloud, you can even put up entire albums for easy streaming. While you can put your music samples on their own page, another popular option is to have a music toolbar at the top or bottom of the screen that lets you listen while you view the rest of the site. The Sub Pop Records page for experimental rap outfit Shabazz Palaces has a simple example of this. Scroll to the bottom...

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Поработайте над главной страницей. Разместите информацию о ближайших концертах. Разместите на сайте примеры своей музыки. Дайте посетителям сайта возможность купить вашу музыку, сопутствующие товары и билеты на концерты на сайте. Разместите информацию о группе. Давайте ссылки на другие сайты.


Article in English: The voltage of the motor will be expressed in volts, the current will be expressed in amps, and the efficiency will be expressed as a percentage. The motor should have these units of measurement written on it. Multiply the voltage, the current, and the efficiency, then divide the result by 746. For example, the horsepower of a 230v motor pulling 4 amps and having 82% efficiency would equal 1 horsepower.  Convert the efficiency into a decimal before calculating. For example, a 82% efficiency would equal .82.

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Найдите силу тока (I), коэффициент полезного действия (КПД) и напряжение (V) для электродвигателя. Используя формулу (V * I * КПД)/746=HP, определите мощность электродвигателя в лошадиных силах.


Article in English: The warm water can feel soothing, and the salt can draw out the inflammation in your uvula. Don’t make the water hot – this can burn your throat and cause more damage. Add about 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoons of table salt to 8 ounces of warm water and mix it together until the salt dissolves. You can gargle with warm salt water up to three times a day, just be sure not to swallow the salt water. Too much salt in your body can cause other issues. You can use any kind you like, but if you’re feeling really  uncomfortable or having a hard time swallowing, the type of lozenge that has numbing effects might be best. You can look for sugar-free throat lozenges in stores - it's usually pretty clearly marked on the front of the bag or box if lozenges are sugar-free. These are great if you're feeling ill but have other health concerns like diabetes. The hot liquid can feel soothing on your throat and help keep you hydrated while you work to reduce swelling. If you add a bit of honey to it, it can actually coat your throat a little bit, making it easier to swallow.  Herbal tea is especially good for healing sore throats. Chamomile tea with a bit of honey will work well to relieve some of your pain. You can also try a homemade cinnamon tea for soothing your throat. Mix 10 grams each of slippery elm bark and marshmallow root, 8 grams of dried cinnamon chips, 5 grams of dried orange peel, and 3 whole cloves in 3 cups (24 ounces) of water and simmer it for 20 minutes. Strain off the herbs and add a bit of honey if you like. You should drink all of the tea within 36 hours. The ice can decrease the swelling in your uvula a little bit. And the cold in your throat can help it feel a little bit numb and make it easier to swallow. A swollen uvula may have a lot causes. See your doctor and tell them about your full list of symptoms. They can prescribe medicine to ease your symptoms and treat the underlying cause.  Your doctor might need to take a swab of your throat to fully diagnose what’s causing your swollen uvula. Relax your throat as...

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Прополощите рот теплой водой с поваренной солью. Пососите леденцы от кашля. Пейте горячий чай и предотвращайте обезвоживание. Пожуйте ледяную стружку. Обратитесь к врачу. Принимайте антибиотики.


Article in English: The wart is the result of exposure to human papillomavirus (HPV). There are over 120 different strains of HPV, only five to six of which are responsible for plantar warts. The virus is caught through exposure to skin scales that are infected by the virus.  Athletes who shower in common areas are at higher risk due to the increased number of people who use an area, usually without protection over the feet. For instance, swimmers, both indoor and outdoor during the summer months, are at increased risk if they use communal showers and tiled areas around the pool; however, this includes all individuals who use a gym area locker room, shower cubicles, or hot tub areas where people normally walk barefoot. Individuals who have cracked or peeling skin on the feet give the virus good entry into the body. Also, individuals whose feet remain moist or sweaty throughout the day will have an increased risk as the skin breaks down from overexposure to moisture increasing the risk the virus can gain entry to the body. Individuals who have had plantar warts once are at higher risk for having them again. For instance, individuals who pick at a wart can spread the virus more easily to other parts of the body. Individuals who have a compromised immune system from illnesses such as mononucleosis, Epstein-Barr virus, cancer, cancer treatments used for individuals with psoriatic arthritis, or individuals with HIV or AIDS. It should be a small area of skin that is hard and flat with a rough surface and defined boundaries. Although a plantar wart may start out looking like a callus, warts are caused by an infection. There are two ways the plantar wart may infect your foot: either as a solitary wart or as a cluster, called mosaic plantar warts.  A solitary or single wart will increase in size and may eventually multiply into several solitary warts that are satellites of the original wart. Mosaic plantar warts are a cluster of warts without clear skin between them. They are not satellites of each other, but rather grow very closely...

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Оцените, подвержены ли вы повышенному риску образования подошвенных бородавок. Рассмотрите места, в которых, как вы подозреваете, образовались подошвенные бородавки. Присмотритесь ко вторичным симптомам. Обратите внимание на распространение бородавок. Постарайтесь предотвратить повторное заражение подошвенными бородавками в будущем. Постарайтесь не заразить бородавками окружающих.


Article in English: The water flows through the growbed and exits in the opposite corner to which it entered. As the water then flows back to the fish tank, it pushes any solid waste over towards the pump, ready to pulled up into the growbed. Use a bypass ball-valve on this system. This item diverts some of the water from the pump straight back into the fish tank. This lets you control the amount of water going into the growbed, and the diverted water also creates some water movement in the fish tank, as well as providing additional aeration. In this tutorial, 13mm PVC pipes were used throughout. Initially, it's recommended that you too start with the growbed and the siphon used here. Drill a hole in the right place in the growbed––you need to make sure that the female adapter will fit between the wire mesh squares. Make the hole about 6 or 7 centimeters (2.3-2.7 inches) from the edge of the container in each direction; the hole should form a snug fit with the threaded male adapter. Then fit a rubber O-ring onto the threads. Next, screw the female adapter onto the male adapter until you have a nice snug (and waterproof) fit. You can add some silicon to the bottom if you want to, but it's not strictly necessary. Finally, use a reducer on top of the male adapter. The one shown here is a 25mm to 13mm reducer. This whole piece is called the standpipe and this is how the water will exit the growbed. You want the overall height to be about 1 inch (2.5cm) under the top of your growbed media; thus, you will need to cut the pipe down so that it is the right height for you. At this point, let the silicon dry if you have used it.

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Используйте небольшой циркуляционный насос на 600л/ч, разместив его в контейнере-аквариуме, чтобы он создавал давление. Купите фиттинги с внутренней и внешней резьбой. Вставьте фиттинг с внешней резьбой в отверстие с внутренней части контейнера.


Article in English: The water should be about room temperature—not too warm and not too cold. It should be deep enough for you to stick your hand into. You can use just about any type of liquid soap, including: body wash, dish soap, and hand soap. Keep stirring until the soap has completely dissolved and no streaks remain.  Plan on using about 1 part soap to 10 parts water.  You can also add liquid glycerin. The glycerin will react with the silicone and cause it to clump together. Purchase a tube of pure silicone from the home improvement store; make sure it is not the quick-set kind. Squeeze enough of the silicone into the bowl to cover your desired item with.  Construction silicone may also be labeled as silicone caulk. If your tube of silicone did not come with a syringe, you will need to purchase a caulking gun, insert the tube, cut the end off, then poke a hole in the tip. Put on a pair of plastic gloves, and reach into the water. Grab the silicone with your fist and squish it together. Knead it until it is no longer sticky while keeping it under the water. This will take about 5 minutes. Begin by rolling the putty into a ball between your palms. Press it against a flat surface, and lightly push down on it. It still needs to be thicker than the item you will be molding. If the silicone is sticky, coat your hands and work surface with a thin layer of your liquid soap. Make sure that you are pressing the item with the design side face-down into the putty. Gently press the edges of the mold against the item so that no gaps remain. Silicone will never turn rock-solid; it will always remain flexible. Simply wait a few hours for the silicone to turn rigid enough so that you can still flex it, but no longer dent it. Take the mold by the edges, and bend it backwards and away from the item. The item should loosen or pop out on its own. Tilt the mold upside-side to tip the item out. Fill the mold with clay, then pull the clay out, and let it dry. You can also try to use resin in this mold as well, but let it cure and harden first.

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Налейте в миску воду. Налейте в воду немного жидкого мыла. Выдавите в воду немного строительного силикона. Перемешайте силикон с водой. Сформируйте из получившейся массы толстый диск. Вдавите в силикон предмет, с которого необходимо снять слепок. Подождите, пока силикон высохнет. Достаньте изделие из формы. Использование формы.


Article in English: The way he carries himself shows how well the date went. When he’s sitting, see if he spreads his legs. While talking, look for him to raise his eyebrows and use wide hand gestures. He may fix his hair, brush yours out of your face, or stretch his hand towards you. These are all signs that often indicate the guy likes you. At the end of the date, he won’t try to leave you right away. He won’t cross his arms or hide his hands, but he’ll lean towards you. He may still be nervous, so you may have to initiate a kiss. Most people hint at a second date but don’t settle on one. This leads to confusion and a lot of waiting by the phone. The best second date ideas come from your conversations, and you can hint at doing activities together during your date. It gives him an excuse to see you again.  For example, if you talk about zoo animals, say, “I haven’t been to the zoo since I was 9. We should go there sometime.” Some other second date ideas include taking a bike ride, playing mini-golf, going to a sporting event, or playing board games at home. Put down the phone for a few hours. Give him time to miss you and reach out to you about meeting again. Within two or three days, he’ll contact you if he’s interested. If he doesn’t, you can send a brief message to encourage him to set up a second date.  If you talked about going to the zoo, your message can say, “Hey, I’ve been looking forward to seeing the monkeys!” If he doesn’t respond at all, it’s better to move on. Don’t continue trying to contact him. Two or three days is an ideal waiting time. Meet up too early and you’ll intrude on his personal space. Meet up too late and he’ll forget how he felt during your first date. However, be aware that your schedules may clash, so waiting longer than this may be unavoidable. Whatever you do, be respectful of his schedule and don’t pressure him or send a barrage of messages before the second date.

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Наблюдайте за языком тела вашего партнера. Поговорите о следующем свидании. Прежде чем снова с ним связаться, подождите хотя бы день. Запланируйте следующее свидание через пару дней после первого.


Article in English: The way you see yourself is shaped by forces that have very little to do with reality. Beauty standards are contradictory and ever-changing. They tend to reflect imbalances of power—racism, ageism, ableism, sexism. When you have a negative thought about your own looks, ask: what is making me feel this way? Am I holding myself up to a standard that is destructive?  Watching a lot of television makes most people wish they looked different. Understand that the reasons some features might be used in advertisements has very little to do with what is attractive in real life. People in photographs are manipulated to look smooth and fit. If someone had no wrinkles or fat or asymmetry at all in real life, they would look frightening. Understand that different kinds of beauty are prized for different reasons. For instance, runway models have skinny bodies so that they don't distract from the clothing they present. Nobody's looks are unique. Find beautiful people who look like you. It is hard to really see yourself when you are surrounded by people who don't look like you. Remember the parable of the ugly duckling: it's not that he became beautiful when he grew up—it's that he was judged out of context when he was young. If you want, find a role model that has the same features as you so you don't have to change a thing!   Gather images of people you find beautiful who have features in common with you. Find pictures and paintings of people with your hair, your body type, skin like yours, and similar eyes, noses, and mouths. Look in magazines, museum catalogs, and on the internet. Find images of people from the countries your ancestors came from. Look for pictures of beautiful people from all different eras. You'll notice that the standards of beauty change constantly, and are never singular, even within a country or a year. Hang the pictures in your room. Dress up as one of your famous beauty icons for a costume party. When someone tells you you look good, believe that they are sincere in their belief. You don't have to...

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Откиньте все стандарты красоты. Найдите себе несколько образцов для подражания. Научитесь принимать комплименты.


Article in English: The ways in which a dog holds its body can tell you a great deal about its mood and emotions. Many of the signals will be subtle and it can take some time to learn all of its expressions but it is well worth the effort. Dogs communicate easy confidence and a desire to play through posture and body signals.  Confident stance: A dog that is feeling confident will stand tall, have its tail up and probably wagging slowly, its ears will either be pricked up or relaxed, and it will generally look relaxed. Its eyes will have smaller pupils as they are also relaxed. Bowing: Facing you and with head and chest dipped low to the ground, front legs splayed out, and with rear end and tail up is a clear invitation to play. This is known as the "play bow". It can be mistaken by owners as an attack stance but it clearly denotes playtime. Hip swings: Hip swings or nudges are another sign of play.This involves the dog swinging around another dog and knocking them to the ground using the backside (the end of the dog without teeth!).  When the dog's rear is presented to you, it is an indication of trust and depending on your dog, it might mean your dog wants a scratch. Wiggling its rear end is a sign of excitement and friendliness.  If a dog is stretching with his butt in the air, front legs and paws stretched out in front, and head close to the ground, he is probably feeling playful. If your dog raises his/her paw to touch your knee or another part of your body, the dog wants to get attention, make a request or ask for something, or indicate a wish to play. The gesture begins as a puppy with kneading associated with obtaining mother's milk but becomes similar to that of offering a hand for a handshake – it's about connecting and friendship. Repeatedly pawing at the air is often used by puppies as an invitation to play. If a dog’s tail is in a neutral (level with body or slightly lower, he is most likely feeling secure and friendly.  If your dog’s tail is fiercely wagging and his/her tail up, he/she is feeling mischievous and...

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Научитесь разбираться в позах животного. Научитесь узнавать игривое и радостное поведение. Научитесь узнавать признаки дискомфорта или недовольства. Научитесь узнавать признаки агрессии.


Article in English: The whole numbers are 1 and 2, so 1+2 =3. The LCD is the lowest number that is evenly divisible by both numbers. Since the denominators of the fractions are 2 and 4, the LCD is 4, because 4 is the smallest number that is divisible by both 2 and 4. Before you can add the fractions, they have to have 4 as their denominator, so you have to make the fractions maintain their value while having a new base. Here's how to do it:  Since the denominator of the fraction 1/2 has to be multiplied by 2 to get 4 as the new base, you should multiply the numerator 1 by 2 as well. 1x2=2, so the new fraction is 2/4. The fraction 2/4 = 1/2, but has been put in a larger ratio to have a larger base. This means that the numbers are equivalent fractions. They have a different base, but their value remains the same. Since the fraction 3/4 already has the base of 4, you don't have to change it. Once you have a common denominator, the fractions can be added by simply adding the numerators. 2/4 + 3/4 = 5/4 An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is equal to or larger than the denominator. You need to convert the improper fraction into a mixed number before you can add it to the sum of the whole numbers. Since the original problem used mixed numbers, your answer should use mixed numbers too. Here's how to do it:  First, divide the numerator by the denominator. Do long division to divide 4 into 5. 4 goes into 5 1 time. This means that the quotient is 1. The remainder, or the number that is left over, is 1. Make your quotient the new whole number. Take your remainder and place it over the original denominator to finish converting the improper fraction into a mixed number. The quotient is 1, the remainder is 1, and the original denominator was 4, so the final answer is 1 1/4. To get your final answer, you have to add the two sums you found. 1 + 2 = 3 and 1/2 + 3/4 = 1 1/4, so 3 + 1 1/4 = 4 1/4.

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Сложите целые числа. Найдите наименьший общий знаменатель (НОЗ) обеих дробей, т. Переведите дроби так, чтобы у них был общий знаменатель, 4. Сложите дроби. Переведите любые неправильные дроби в смешанные числа. Для получения окончательного ответа сложите сумму целых чисел и сумму дробей.


Article in English: The wings are an essential component of what makes an angel costume and, in all likelihood, the most time consuming. Begin with the wing to ensure they’re exactly how you want them and afford time to make any necessary changes.  One of the easiest routes to go down involves simply taking a piece of poster board and crafting paper wings. While it may not initially sound like much, these wings can easily be spruced up by covering them in tin foil before adding your own blend of decoration via paint, glitter, etc. These wings are also easier on your wallet. Begin by getting a large piece of poster board. These can be found at any local grocery store that sells office supplies. Draw a large heart on the piece of poster board. Each half of the heart will eventually serve as a single wing, so bear that in mind when buying the piece of poster board and sketching. Cut around the heart to cut the shape out. Cut down the middle to have two separate pieces or just fold the heart in half to achieve the effect of wings. Decorate, draw in detail and customize the paper wings as much as you like to make them your own. Don't be afraid to get more creative. However, know that, depending on the type of wings you choose to make, crafting your wings can range from being a simple scissor cut to an elaborate process. While balloon wings will take hardly any time at all, fairy wings and  elaborate methods of traditional angel wings will require a bit more. The halo is the second most recognizable detail of an angel costume. While this item may seem like an intimidating part of the costume, there are a few quick methods to ensure you’ll have a halo in no time.  The easiest way to obtain a halo for your angel costume involves purchasing golden or silver spruced pipe cleaners from any local party supply store. Some grocery stores carry these pipe cleaners as well. Take a single pipe cleaner and measure out about a foot and a half to two feet. If the pipe cleaners you purchased do not meet this desired length, twist two together....

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Сделайте крылья. Сделайте нимб. Соберите костюм из отдельных частей.