Article in English: The avocado butter will be freshest if you eat it right after you prepare it. Consider refrigerating it for 1-4 hours (in a covered bowl, or wrapped in parchment paper) before eating, if you'd like it cold. Consider the following ideas for eating avocado butter:   Spread avocado butter on toast. You can spread it thickly onto bread, English muffins, tortillas – anything onto which you'd spread regular butter.  Use avocado butter in a sandwich. You can use a lot of avocado butter as the key ingredient, or you can spread it thinly onto the bread as a condiment. Be aware that the more butter you used to make your avocado butter, the less you may want to eat in one sitting.  Mix avocado butter into a salad. This treat can make a great salad dressing. Serve it on the side, or toss it directly into the mix.  Eat avocado butter with any number of snacks. Dip chips or crackers; spread onto deviled eggs; dip your french fries into it; or eat it straight. You want to store the avocado butter in an air-tight container. To help the avocado keep its green color, you can put a layer of plastic wrap on top of the avocado butter (so it's touching the top surface). Fresh avocado butter should keep for three days in the refrigerator or a week in the freezer. The avocado will begin to brown within a few hours if isn't protected with concentrated lemon, lime, orange, or grapefruit juice. Don't add more than a few drops – otherwise, you may impair the taste.

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Употребляйте масло в пищу. Необходимо хранить оставшееся масло в холодильнике в герметичном контейнере. Если вы не добавляли лимонную кислоту в рецепт, сделайте это перед тем, как отправить масло на хранение.


Article in English: The baby's scalp won't be harmed if you use your hands to take off the "cap." It's the simplest, and one of the most effective, ways to get rid of the scales and dry patches that occur when a baby has cradle cap.  Rub your fingers over the scaly patches, then gently peel and scrape away the scaly dead skin and discard it. If you don't want to use your fingers to pick off the scales, put on a pair of thin latex gloves (as long as your baby isn't allergic to latex). You could also cover your hands with plastic wrap to prevent directly touching the scales. Keep in mind that cradle cap is not contagious, and picking off the scales will make your baby more comfortable. Don't use tweezers or another sharp tool to remove the scales, since you may accidentally poke the baby's head and cause an injury. every day. Use warm water to bath the baby's head, and gently massage his or her scalp with your fingers. The water will help loosen the cradle cap scales, when you can then peel or scrape away.  Using a mild baby shampoo can help loosen the scales, so consider adding one to your washing routine. However, you may find that shampoo dries the baby's scalp out further. Use a soft-bristled brush to help loosen the scales while the baby's head is still wet. Sometimes cradle cap scales need a little outside help before you can peel them off. Spread baby oil or petroleum jelly on the dry patches, then wait 15 minutes to let the scales soften before removing them.  Olive oil and vegetable oil also work well for removing the scales. Use shampoo and warm water to wash away the oil when you're finished. Leaving traces of oil can actually make the problem worse by causing more scales to form.

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Удалите чешуйки руками. Мойте голову ребенка каждый день. Используйте масло и желе.


Article in English: The bacteria that causes group A strep (that causes scarlet fever) comes from the nose and mouth. Scarlet fever spreads via bacteria in droplets of sneezes and coughs. Don't let anyone spray you with their germs! It might be faster to cut up her food, but get a different knife for your own use. The sick child's germs can easily make their way into your system, too. You will be of no use to your beloved little one if you become ill. If there are other children in the home who are not infected, do not allow them to come into contact with the sick child or play in the same areas. Keep your child home from daycare or school as well. You don't want other children to catch scarlet fever from your child. with soap. You should already be doing this regularly, so it is the easiest advice to follow. Hand washing rids your hands of germs that you could spread to your mouth, eyes or nose. Be sure to wash regularly and especially before eating and drinking.

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Избегайте людей, у которых есть насморк и кашель. Не пользуйтесь общей посудой и столовыми приборами с больным ребенком. Изолируйте ребенка. Мойте руки с мылом.


Article in English: The bag is used to trap the ethylene gas, which ripens the avocado. Make sure there aren't any holes in it! The paper bag is just a trap. If you can devise some other mechanism that will trap in the air in the same way, great! That can be used, too. Your grandma might tell you to store it in the flour bin, but you may have to settle for the empty McDonald's bag. Bananas are best, but the other fruits will do it, too. Some prefer using an apple because it can be used over and over again, even after it becomes old and wrinkly - it still emits gas.   If you have none of these, but another avocado or two, put them all together. These fruits emit more ethylene gas that other fruits. And the more ethylene gas they produce, the quicker everything will ripen. Keep it out of sunlight; 65º-75º F (18º-24º C) is best. If you don't have extra fruit in your bag, this will take 2-5 days. The added fruit will speed the ripening process considerably and it should ripen within 1 - 3 days. Your avocado is ready when it is easy to peel; feel it to see if it gives slightly as sometimes it's hard to tell by colour. An unripe avocado will be nice and green. As it ripens, it will get hints of purple and black (that's when you can use it in about 2 days). When it's ready for your next meal, it's so dark green/brown it's practically purplish black.Once it's ripe, it will keep in the fridge for a few days, but it will lose its taste as time progresses.

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Положите неспелый авокадо в бумажный пакет. Положите в бумажный пакет банан, яблоко или помидор. Храните пакет при комнатной температуре в закрытом виде. Регулярно проверяйте авокадо.


Article in English: The bar for each item can be either clustered or stacked depending upon how you want to compare the variables.  Each item on the spreadsheet is listed separately in a single bar. There are no lines connecting them. If you are using our previous example with weekly, quarterly and yearly sales, you can create a different bar in a different color for each individual. You can choose whether to have the bars side by side or condensed into a single bar. If you want to plot data over time, this is the best way to show how a data series has changed over time, such as in days, weeks or years. Each piece of data in your series will be a dot on your line graph. The lines will connect these dots to show changes. This type of graph is similar to a line graph because it plots data on an x/y axis. You can choose to leave the data points unconnected in a marked scatter graph or connect them with smooth or straight lines. The scatter graph is perfect for plotting many different variables on the same chart, allowing the smooth or straight lines to intersect. You can easily show trends in data. Surface charts are great for comparing 2 sets of data, area charts show changes in magnitude and pie charts show percentages of data.

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Создайте гистограмму, если сравниваете несколько связанных элементов, которые содержат несколько переменных. Создайте линейный график. Постройте точечный график. Выберите тип диаграммы.


Article in English: The base unit of capacitance is the farad (F). This value is much too large for ordinary circuits, so household capacitors are labeled with one of the following units:  1 µF, uF, or mF = 1 microfarad = 10-6 farads. (Careful — in other contexts, mF is the official abbreviation for millifarads, or 10-3 farads.) 1 nF = 1 nanofarad = 10-9 farads. 1 pF, mmF, or uuF = 1 picofarad = 1 micromicrofarad = 10-12 farads. Most large capacitors have a capacitance value written on the side. Slight variations are common, so look for the value that most closely matches the units above. You may need to adjust for the following:  Ignore capital letters in the units. For example, "MF" is just a variation on "mf." (It is definitely not a megafarad, even though this is the official SI abbreviation.) Don't get thrown by "fd." This is just another abbreviation for farad. For example, "mmfd" is the same as "mmf." Beware single-letter markings such as "475m," usually found on smaller capacitors.See below for instructions. Some capacitors list a tolerance, or the maximum expected range in capacitance compared to its listed value. This isn't important in all circuits, but you may need to pay attention to this if you require a precise capacitor value. For example, a capacitor labeled "6000uF +50%/-70%" could actually have a capacitance as high as 6000uF + (6000 * 0.5) = 9000uF, or as low as 6000 uF - (6000uF * 0.7) = 1800uF. If there is no percentage listed, look for a single letter after the capacitance value or on its own line. This may be code for a tolerance value, described below. If there is room on the body of the capacitor, the manufacturer usually lists voltage as a number followed by a V, VDC, VDCW, or WV (for "Working Voltage"). This is the maximum voltage the capacitor is designed to handle.  1 kV = 1,000 volts.  See below if you suspect your capacitor uses a code for voltage (a single letter or one digit and one letter). If there is no symbol at all, reserve the cap for low-voltage circuits only. If you are building an AC...

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Ознакомьтесь с единицами измерения. Определите значение емкости. Определите значение допуска. Определите номинальное напряжение. Поищите символы «+» или «-».


Article in English: The baseline for how much you should tip your server in the United States is at least 15 percent when eating in a restaurant. However, this is generally considered the minimum. If you leave anything less than this, it’s likely the server will be very offended.  Be aware that tipping only the basic 15 percent is considered a statement that the service was just average or OK to some servers. Consider tipping more if you thought the service was better than average. Consider tipping 20 percent if the service was good, 25 percent if the service was great, and 30 percent if the service was exceptional.  Some people believe you should also tip $2 for each person at the table if that amount is higher than the tip percentage would be. Some people struggle to figure out how much 15 percent is exactly. You can use an easy math shortcut to determine the amount you need to leave!  To figure out the tip, you will need to do a simple mathematical equation. Some suggest rounding the bill up to the nearest $10 before figuring out the tip on the total.  Move the decimal point to the left on your final bill amount. That’s 10 percent. So, if your bill is $55.00, 10 percent is $5.50. To figure out 15%, take half of $5.50 and add it to the $5.50. Thus, 15 percent would be $8.25. To calculate 20 percent, shift the decimal point on your bill amount to the left. Round up. For example, $35.84 would become $3.58. Remember, that’s 10 percent. Then, double the number to get 20 percent. There will be some circumstances where the tip will already be factored into your bill. In those cases, you don’t need to tip again.  Typically, the gratuity will be 15 or 18 percent when it’s automatically included. Some restaurants have a rule that the tip is automatically included when large groups dine. It will usually say “gratuity included” on your bill or the menu in those cases. This is done because if even one or two people in the group were to skimp on the tip, the server would be unlikely to make the basic amount. Large groups are very time...

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Принято оставлять в качестве чаевых 15 процентов от суммы счета. Чтобы высчитать сумму чаевых, стоит воспользоваться простыми математическими правилами. Проверьте, не включены ли чаевые в сумму счета.


Article in English: The basic bath salt mixture can be spruced up for any occasion or for a personalized gift, and there are many options for adding new ingredients, extracts, and oils. To make a relaxing and soothing bath salt mixture, take your basic bath salts and gently stir in:  One tablespoon (2.4 g) of fresh rosemary Two tablespoons (4.8 g) of lavender flowers Peppermint essential oil, 10 drops Eucalyptus essential oil, five drops Rosemary essential oil, five drops Lavender essential oil, five drops Cinnamon essential oil, five drops For a refreshing and rejuvenating bath, try a citrus bath salt mix. Choose a citrus fruit (or combination), such as orange, lemon, or lime. Zest the fruit and add the zest to your basic bath salt mixture. Then, cut the fruit in half, extract the juice, and add this to your bath salt mixture as well. Complementary essential oils include:  Bergamot Tangerine Grapefruit Orange, lemon, or lime Mint Herbal bath salts for relaxing and refreshing baths can be made using a combination of essential oils, extracts, and one to two tablespoons (2.4 to 4.8 g) of dried or fresh ground herbs. Once you’ve added the herbs, rub the salt and herbs together in your fingers to release the oils. Some of the more popular bath-time herbs include:  Rosemary Thyme Mint or peppermint Basil Sage When you are sick or feeling under the weather, a calming bath with medicinal bath salts might be exactly what the doctor ordered. To make a batch of cold-relieving bath salts that will help clear your sinuses, add in:  Five to 10 drops of eucalyptus essential oil Five to 10 drops of rosemary essential oil Two tablespoons of fresh or dried ground peppermint Similar to the herbal bath salt concoction, floral bath salts can be made with a combination of essential oils and fresh or dried flower petals or pods. Like with the herbs, if you are using fragrant flowers like lavender, rub the flowers or leaves between your fingers to release the oils after adding them to the salt. Popular flower choices are:  One-quarter cup (9.6 g) of...

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Сделайте соль для ванны, облегчающую боль. Попробуйте цитрусовую соль для ванны. Поэкспериментируйте с травяными солями для ванн. Примите лечебную ванну. Добавьте цветочную ноту. Сделайте разноцветную соль для ванны.


Article in English: The basic essentials for living in a car are a blanket, a pillow, and a mattress or some other padding. Due to the angles involved in the seating setup, you may develop dull back pain from the cramped quarters. Should this happen, be sure to have pain medication on hand. Once you have your sleeping gear, you'll want a blanket to place over the back seat, and draped over the two front seats. This will block light and people's views.  A cheap cooler will help make life easier. The main thing the cooler needs is to be waterproof. Cold food will cause condensation, while ice will melt. You don't want that water inside of your car. A cooler will help keep your perishable food cool. It will work most efficiently when full, so add bottles of cold water to it as you take out food. If you choose to buy an electric cooler, it will need good ventilation to work. For this reason, it will not work well in your car's boot. It is best placed within the car when running. Make sure it is only running when the engine runs, or use a low voltage cut out device, as explained below. Make sure the cooling vent grille is not touching anything as it exhausts waste heat and may set some things on fire. One essential item, if you can afford it is a Porta-Potty, a chemical toilet. These devices can really make living in a car bearable. They can be purchased for under $100 new these days. If you can't afford a Porta-Potty or don't have room for one, you can pee into wide necked bottles like Gatorade bottles, or make an improvised bucket style toilet. Have a spare tire and at least one can of tire sealant. Be sure the sealant is of the type that can be removed. A cigarette lighter converter is one option. These are useful for powering low consuming devices (100 watts), but if you plan on using your vehicle for cooking, then you'll need to draw power more directly from your battery or you'll blow the fuse. Running electric cooking appliances from your car though is fairly impractical without an expensive dual battery and inverter system....

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Соберите все, что вам нужно для жизни в машине. Купите пуско-зарядное устройство с компрессором, чтобы заводить машину, не поворачивая ключ. Получайте электричество разными способами. Храните вещи так, чтобы их было легко переносить. Грязную одежду храните в отдельном пластиковом пакете, чтобы ее запах не передался чистой одежде. Возьмите с собой качественный фонарик.


Article in English: The basic formula for mass percent of a compound is: mass percent = (mass of chemical/total mass of compound) x 100. You must multiply by 100 at the end to express the value as a percentage.  Write the equation at the beginning of every problem: mass percent = (mass of chemical/total mass of compound) x 100. Both of the values should be in grams so that they cancel each other out once you solve the equation. The mass of the chemical you’re interested in is the mass given in the problem. If the mass isn’t given, refer to the following section about solving for mass percent when the mass is not given. The total mass of the compound is calculated by summing the masses of all of the chemicals used to make the compound or solution. When you know the masses of all the elements or compounds being added together, you simply need to add them together to calculate the total mass of the final compound or solution. This will be the denominator in the mass percent calculation.  Example 1: What is the percent mass of 5g of sodium hydroxide dissolved in 100g of water? The total mass of the compound is the amount of sodium hydroxide plus the amount of water: 100g + 5g for a total mass of 105g.  Example 2: What masses of sodium chloride and water are needed to make 175 g of a 15% solution? In this example, you are given the total mass and the percentage you want, but are asked to find the amount of solute to add to the solution. The total mass is 175 g. When asked to find the "mass percent", you are being asked to find the mass of a particular chemical (the chemical-in-question) as a percentage of the total mass of all elements. Write down the mass of chemical-in-question. This mass will be the numerator in the mass percent calculation.  Example 1: The mass of the chemical-in-question is 5g of sodium hydroxide. Example 2: For this example, the mass of the chemical-in-question is the unknown you are trying to calculate. Once you have determined the values for each variable, plug them into the equation.  Example 1: mass percent...

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Выберите уравнение для определения массового процента химического соединения. Вычислите общую массу соединения. Определите массу заданного компонента. Подставьте значения в уравнение для массового процента. Вычислите массовый процент.


Article in English: The basic formula for mass percent of a compound is: mass percent = (molar mass of element/total molecular mass of compound) x 100. The molar mass of a compound is the amount of mass for one mole of an element while the molecular mass is the amount of mass for one mole of the entire compound. You must multiply by 100 at the end to express the value as a percentage.  Write out the equation at the beginning of every problem: mass percent = (molar mass of element/total molecular mass of compound) x 100. Both values have units of grams per mole (g/mol). This means the units will cancel each other out when you solve the equation. When you aren’t given masses, you can find the mass percent of an element within a compound using molar mass. Example 1: Find the mass percent of Hydrogen in a water molecule.  Example 2: Find the mass percent of carbon in a glucose molecule. If you are not given the chemical formulas for each compound, you will need to write them out. If you are given the chemical formulas you may skip this step, and proceed to the "Find the mass of each element" step.  Example 1: Write out the chemical formula for water, H2O. Example 2: Write out the chemical formula for glucose, C6H12O6. Look up the molecular weight of each element in your chemical formulas on the periodic table. The mass of an element can usually be found underneath the chemical symbol. Write down the masses of every element in the compound.  Example 1: Look up the molecular weight of Oxygen, 15.9994; and the molecular weight of Hydrogen, 1.0079.  Example 2: Look up the molecular weight of Carbon, 12.0107; Oxygen, 15.9994; and Hydrogen, 1.0079. Identify how many moles (mole ratio) of each element are in your chemical compounds. The mole ratio is given by the subscript number in the compound. Multiply the molecular mass of each element by this mole ratio.  Example 1: Hydrogen has a subscript of two while oxygen has a subscript of 1. Therefore, multiply the molecular mass of Hydrogen by 2, 1.00794 X 2 = 2.01588; and leave the molecular...

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Выберите формулу для массового процента химического соединения. Запишите химическую формулу. Найдите массу каждого элемента, входящего в соединение. Умножьте молярную массу каждого элемента на его мольную долю. Вычислите общую массу соединения. Определите массу интересующего вас элемента. Подставьте в уравнение для массового процента численные значения. Вычислите массовый процент.


Article in English: The basis of Buddhist teaching is something called the Four Noble Truths, which are based on the idea that suffering is an intrinsic part of life, but that suffering can be ended by breaking the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. From the four truths come the Four Great Bodhisattva Vows, which are a path that can help you end suffering.  The first noble truth is the truth of suffering. The first bodhisattva vow is the vow to rescue living beings from suffering. In Buddhism, suffering refers to the physical and mental suffering of all human beings. The key to ending suffering is reaching nirvana, which can be done by living according to the Noble Eightfold Path (also known as the Middle Way). The two staples at the center of Buddhism are the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path. The Four Noble Truths can be understood as the belief behind Buddhism, and the Noble Eightfold Path is the discipline and practice behind that belief. Living according to the Noble Eightfold Path includes:  Right speech, action, and livelihood. The key to following these three elements involve living according to the Five Precepts. Right effort, mindfulness, and concentration, which can be achieved by practicing meditation. Right understanding and thought, which come about when you practice meditation, cultivate mindfulness, and live according to the Five Precepts. The second noble truth is a recognition of the cause of suffering, which comes from desire, ignorance, and the craving of pleasure and material goods. The corresponding bodhisattva vow involves vowing to end desire and craving. Buddhist don't believe that suffering and desire can be ended easily. Rather, this is a pursuit that spans many lifetimes, but you can do your part by following the Noble Eightfold Path. The third noble truth is the understanding that suffering can end, and this means suffering both in life and in spiritual terms. The answer to the end of suffering is learning, enlightenment, and action. The corresponding vow for the third noble truth is to...

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Стремитесь положить конец страданиям. Живите согласно Благородному восьмеричному пути. Попытайтесь избавиться от желаний и пристрастий. Продолжайте изучать. Стремитесь к нирване.


Article in English: The bead of paste should be smaller than a BB or a grain of rice. If you’ve read that it should be “pea-sized”, that is far too much paste, and you will end up with paste on your motherboard. There is no need to spread the paste for circular coolers, as the pressure of being applied will spread it evenly across the surface. Install the heat sink with even pressure from all sides, and the bead that you placed on the surface will spread over the entire contact surface. This will create a thin, even layer that will fill any gaps but avoid excess build up. As heat is applied, the paste will become thinner and spread more towards the edges. This is why using a small amount of paste is important, as a little goes a long way. It can be difficult to check if your paste has been applied correctly. If you break the seal that is created when you install the heat sink, you will need to restart the process, first cleaning off the old paste and then reapplying it. The CPU fan wire should be plugged in the CPU fan socket because it mostly has the PWM function which allows the computer to adjust the fan speed automatically without changing voltage. Check that the fan is spinning. Enter the BIOS by pressing F1 or Del key during POST. Check if the temperature is normal, CPU temperature should be below 40 degree Celsius when idle, same for GPU.

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Нанесите крошечную каплю термопасты на центр основания радиатора. Установите радиатор на процессор. Не отсоединяйте радиатор после его установки. Подсоедините кулер. Загрузите систему.


Article in English: The beans should lie completely below the lip of the bowl. You can also use a casserole dish instead. Carefully take off the lid or plastic wrap. Be careful for any bursts of steam. The beans will keep cooking even after you have finished steaming them. This can lead to a dull color and mushy texture. To prevent this, fill a large bowl with cold water and add a some ice cubes. Put the beans into the icy water, and take them out after a few seconds. This is known as "shocking." Try placing the beans into a strainer first. This way, all you have to do is dip the strainer into the water, then take it out.

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Положите фасоль в миску, которую можно использовать в микроволновой печи. Достаньте миску с фасолью из микроволновой печи. Погрузите фасоль в ледяную воду. Приятного аппетита!


Article in English: The beauty of human evolution is that we've developed two selves: the primal one that does and the evolved one that monitors. You are able to observe yourself and your thoughts 24/7. With every thought that raises a red flag, stop for a second and think about it. Was it negative? Destructive? What triggered it? Does it seem logical? Addictive? You will notice a pattern to your thoughts as you begin practicing self-awareness. Write down your thoughts as they spring up. This will make it easier to see what your pattern is. They could be self-deprecating, pessimistic, worrying, anything. It's also a great way of realizing the ridiculous chatter in your head and getting rid of it, too. After a week or so, take a hard look at that pattern. Maybe most of your thoughts are negative, you are critical of yourself or others, or you experience unnecessary thoughts that aren't important or beneficial to you.  For each person it will be different. Once you identify this pattern, you can go about stopping it. When you have a realization about yourself, it can literally stop you in your tracks – and that's when the change can begin. After all, you can't get to a certain place if you don't know where you're going. Many of us are guilty of thinking that our feelings lead to our actions, and that's it. We're powerless and can't help but feel these things and act these ways as a result. In reality, that couldn't be further from the truth.  Your beliefs and thoughts determine your feelings, which in turn determine your actions, which in turn give you life results. These life results shape your beliefs and thoughts, which determine your feelings...and the cycle goes on from there. When you think of it as a cycle it's easier to see that even just changing one of these factors can overhaul the system.  The other part of that belief up top that isn't right is that we're powerless. No, no, no – in fact, you're the only one that has the power. These thoughts, behaviors, these life results, they're all yours, and you can change them....

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Начните отслеживать свои мысли в течение дня. Определите свои паттерны мышления. Вам нужно понять, что все в вашей жизни взаимосвязано. Разделите во времени мысли и действия. Будьте внимательны в отношении выбора слов, которые вы используйте в своих мыслях и говорите окружающим людям. Выберите для себя реактивное поведение. Развивайте новый способ мышления, чтобы создать эти новые, позитивные привычки.


Article in English: The bench is the surface on which your landscape will be made and your track laid. Model benchwork consists for three parts: the supporting structure, a platform or grid, and a sub-roadbed.  Your supporting structure is a sturdy, reinforced frame on which your platform and sub roadbed  sit upon. The platform forms the base of your model. This sits on the supporting structure or is attached to it, and the subroadbed is laid on top of it. The subroadbed is the topmost part of your benchwork. This is where your model layout will be built. Use 3 to 4 sheets of extruded foam on top of your platform to make the subroadbed. Your benchwork could be as simple as a 4x8 piece of plywood or 3x6 ft (.91x1.8 m) door on top of a folding table or old wooden table. Lay your subroadbed on top, and the benchwork will be done. Your backdrop doesn't have to be a work of art. A blue wall in the background can give the impression of a blue sky backdrop. You could also paint a mural or buy/print a pre-made backdrop.  Make sure your backdrop is consistent with your theme choices. Failing to do so can make your model look less realistic. For a city nighttime scene, you might have a mostly dark backdrop with the silhouettes of skyscrapers on it. If you're planning on making a model in a mountainous setting, you might have larger peaks drawn on a backdrop of blue sky. This can be done either by drawing out your track plan on your benchwork or by laying loose tracks on it. Once your track is drawn or laid out, sketch out where you'll be placing surface features, like mountains, rivers, roads, buildings, and so on. Although a sketch on the benchwork of structure placement should be sufficient, making simple cardboard mockups can help prevent planned structures from getting in the way of your track. The terrain is the contoured surface of your model that represents the ground. This is usually made by shaping chicken wire or screen material to fit your vision for shape of the terrain. Cover this with wet plaster cloth, allow it to dry, then...

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Соберите основу модели. При желании создайте задний фон. Распланируйте фактическое расположение железнодорожных путей на подготовленном ландшафте. Завершите формирование ландшафта.


Article in English: The best airbrush to use, especially as a novice, will be a dual action, internal-mix airbrush with a bottom feed.  When using a dual-action airbrush, you will press the switch down to draw air and pull it back to spray paint.  Internal-mix airbrushes introduce the paint directly into the center of the air stream, creating an even spray of paint. With a bottom feeding airbrush, moderately sized jars of paint are positioned to the side or bottom of the brush. The airbrush will draw paint directly from these jars as you work. You will need to use an air source that can provide a steady, consistent stream of air at 60 psi. Typically, this will be either a CO2 tank or a commercial air compressor. Compressors marketed for airbrushing purposes will work for the most part, but professional grade compressors will produce even better results. Select pre-reduced fabric paint for this project. This paint is water-soluble and will need to be set with heat if you want the design to remain after the shirt gets washed.  Use a limited palette of colors, especially while you're a beginner. Note that you will need to use a separate jar for each color of paint. Fill an empty, clean airbrush jar with enough paint for your project, then screw the jar onto the airbrush.  Start with the first color you intend to use. If you want to use more than one color, prepare the jars of paint in advance and swap out as needed while airbrushing the design. If you plan to mix colors, you should make sure that you have made enough for the entire project. Attempting to mix more later may create slight differences in shade. Turn on the compressor and attach the airbrush using an appropriate hose.  Turning the compressor on first will give the machine more time to build up the right amount of pressure. After the pressure builds up, adjust the regulator as needed to get it to 60 psi. Attach the compressor air hose to the airbrush using the attached coupling. If necessary, wrap Teflon tape around the coupling to create an airtight seal. Introduce air...

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Выберите воздушную кисть. Используйте правильный источник подачи воздуха. Выберите нужную краску. Залейте краску. Присоедините аэрограф к источнику подачи воздуха.


Article in English: The best angle of any room is usually looking down from the corner where the ceiling meets the walls. Make sure you can clearly see all entries and exits and that the camera is near a power outlet. If you are mounting a camera outside, place it above 10ft so that it cannot be easily knocked down. Some cameras come with sticky pads to adhere your camera to the wall, but screwing your camera in is the safest way to mount your cameras long-term. While every camera is different, most of them can be mounted the same way:  Place the mount in its desired location. Using a sharpie, make marks on the wall where each screw should go. Drill a hole for each screw using an electric drill Hammer in any molding pins. Screw the mount into the wall. Position the camera to your desired angle. Almost all cameras come with a power adapter that plugs into a normal wall socket. Plug the small, round end into the power input on the back of the camera and plug the other end into the outlet. If your power adapter is missing or broken, contact your manufacturer. Surveillance equipment is connected using a BNC (Bayonet Neill–Concelman) connection. BNC cables are simple to use -- they are identical on both sides and you simply plug them into the appropriate port, turning a small nut on the end to lock it in place. Plug one end into your camera's "Output" and the other into one of the DVR "Input" ports.  Note which input you plug into -- this is the input your DVR must be set to in order to view your camera's video. If your cable does not have a BNC connection you can buy a simple BNC adapter online or at a hardware store. This will slip onto the end of your cable to make it BNC compatible. Wireless cameras will come with a software disc that you need to install to view your feeds. Follow the on-screen instructions to access your cameras.  Some cameras have a small receiver that attaches to your computer through a USB port. Make sure this is properly attached. Write down your camera's IP address (ex. 192.168.0.5) if provided -- this...

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Выберите лучший угол обзора. Прикрепите камеру к стене. Подключите камеру к источнику питания. Подключите видеомагнитофон к проводной камере. Подключение беспроводной камеры к компьютеру. Подключите монитор к видеомагнитофону. Устраните неполадки.


Article in English: The best bottles for this method are the ones with small openings at the top, where you can create a seal with your mouth.  Disposable water bottles work great. 20 ounce soda bottles are also a good option. Place it about 2/3 of the way back. This method works best with large tablets, but it’s okay to do it with a capsule too. Try to close your mouth around the bottle in such a way that air couldn’t get through. Tilt the bottle backwards, and don’t let your mouth lose contact with the bottle. You’ll need to suck on the bottle like a large straw in order to get a sip large enough to swallow the vitamin. Be careful not to let air get into the bottle.

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Наполните пластиковую бутылку водой. Положите таблетку на язык. Приложите бутылку к губам. Сделайте глоток.


Article in English: The best case scenario is that they will be completely accepting, that they might have already known, and that this conversation won’t cause tension. However, coming out to your parents could be risky, especially if they’ve demonstrated homophobic behavior in the past.  If your parents have expressed positive views of the LGBTQ+ community, have supported other people coming out, and are generally open minded, then there’s a good chance they’ll be supportive. Keep in mind that, while your parents may be accepting or have LGBTQ+ friends, they might still react strongly when you tell them. Unfortunately, there are some cases where you’re better off not coming out to your parents. If they’ve expressed homophobic views, and if you’re financially dependent on them, it might be in your best interest to wait to tell them until you’re independent. Ask yourself if they might withdraw their support, stop paying your school tuition, or kick you out of the house. While keeping it to yourself might be tough, you shouldn’t come out to them if your well-being is at risk. Whether your parents react positively or negatively, it’s helpful to know that you have friends on whom you can rely. If you’ve already come out to friends or relatives, tell them when you’re planning to come out to your parents. Your supportive loved ones will be there for you to vent to regardless of how things go with your parents. If you decide to come out to your parents but are worried they’ll get upset, ask a supportive loved one if you can stay with them in the event things with your parents turn sour. Pick a time when you and your parents aren’t stressed, busy, or distracted. Additionally, you might have an easier time if there are no major life events happening. For instance, avoid telling them if a relative has just passed away or the night before your sister gets married. Make sure the emotional climate at home is stable. If your parents are fighting or if you’ve just gotten grounded, you might want to wait for things to settle. You may feel...

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Постарайтесь предугадать реакцию родителей. Не рассказывайте родителям, если вы не уверены в своей безопасности. Расскажите близким людям, которым вы доверяете, о своем решении поговорить с родителям. Выберите спокойное время и место. Не рассказывайте родителям о своей ориентации во время ссоры. Скажите родителям, что вы любите их и не хотите врать им. Скажите, что вы поймете, если родители шокированы или расстроены. Дайте родителям время обдумать новости. Предложите родителям источники информации, которые помогут им найти ответы на их вопросы. Расскажите всем остальным родственникам тогда, когда посчитаете нужным.


Article in English: The best characters in a love story are ones with depth. Think about what traits you want to see in your characters, and why those traits are significant to your story. Then, make a list for each character and note 5-6 specific character traits you want to see in them. Use these as a guide while you write.  For example, your list for your protagonist may include stubborn, intelligent but not street-smart, slow to trust but incredibly loyal once trust is earned, overcoming a rough past, and outspoken. Use these traits to inform this character's dialogue and actions in the scenes you write. Think about traits that help the development of your story, not just your romance. Your protagonist may be a strong woman overcoming emotional scars, but don’t make her that just so her match can break down her walls. Use her emotional past to develop a holistic character.   Think about Cleopatra and Mark Antony. Their love story has been chronicled in literature and film. In the most lasting depictions, Cleopatra is a strong leader with political ambitions that extend beyond her love. The love story is engaging, but so is the character. Your character’s traits should challenge each other. Avoid creating a world where two people who are perfectly compatible meet, are happy, and never grow or change. This is a common pitfall that makes for a bland story.  For example, your characters may both be neurosurgeons at the top of their game, but 1 of the characters might be extremely high-strung and serious while the other character is laid back and makes a joke out of everything. Marie and Pierre Curie, for example, had a shared interest in their scientific work. The politics of the time, though, meant that Marie had to push a lot harder to get recognition and support for her work. Their love story is remembered along with their science because of what they shared and what they had to fight for. Once you have the framework for your main characters, a character sketch can help you fill in the details. These can take the forms of...

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Перечислите качества, которые хотите видеть в своих главных героях. Создайте персонажей, которые сочетают в себе как положительные, так и отрицательные черты. Сделайте наброски главных героев. Держите в уме главного героя, когда описываете его вторую половинку. Избегайте банальных прототипов.


Article in English: The best fabric to use for this method is fleece because it is warm and does not fray. Flannel will also work. Avoid using fabric that frays.  Gryffindor: Red & Gold Hufflepuff: Yellow & Black Ravenclaw: Blue & Bronze (books) or Blue & Silver (films) Slytherin: Green and Silver The strips need to be 4 inches (10.16 centimeters) wide and 9 inches (22.86 centimeters) long. You will need 9 to 10 strips of each color. Pin the strips with the right sides facing together, the long edges touching. When you are done, you should have a long strip that is 9 inches (22.86 centimeters) wide and about 60 inches (152.4 centimeters) long. Use a thread and bobbin color that matches one of your colors. Pull out the pins as you sew. Use an iron to go over each of the seams you just made, and press them open. This will help reduce bulk for your scarf. Make sure that the wrong sides are sticking out and the right sides are sticking on. Pin the scarf along the edges, if necessary. Use a ¼-inch (0.64-centimeter) seam allowance. Start sewing at the bottom of the second stripe, and stop sewing at the top of the second to last stripe. Do not sew across the narrow ends of the scarf.  Backstitch at the start and end of your sewing to keep the stitching from coming undone. Trim off the tail ends of the thread. Cut some slits into the first and last stripes, ½-inch (1.27-centimeters) apart. Try to cut through both layers of fabric. When you reach the folded edge, simply cut it apart. Make sure that you get all of the fringes out as well. For a neater finish, press the scarf flat with an iron. Focus on the side edges. Sew across the top of the first stripe, and the bottom of the last stripe. Use a thread and bobbin color that matches the fabric.

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Выберите ткань двух необходимых цветов. Нарежьте ткань полосками. Сколите полоски ткани между собой. Прострочите соединительные швы между полосками с припуском около 6 мм. Разгладьте припуски швов в стороны. Сложите шарф вдоль пополам. Прострочите долевой шов шарфа, не затрагивая первой и последней полосок ткани. Нарежьте бахрому на крайних полосках ткани в шарфе. Выверните шарф на лицевую сторону. Застрочите концы шарфа непосредственно над бахромой.


Article in English: The best gravy is made from pan drippings -- the juices and fats that come off the meat as it finishes roasting. This could be a beef roast, a chicken, or a turkey. When the meat has a few minutes to go, get your other ingredients out and ready to mix into your gravy:  2 tablespoons flour or cornstarch 2 cups pre-warmed liquid (chicken/beef/vegetable stock, water, milk) Salt and pepper to taste All roasts need to "stand" for 5-10 minutes before being cut up, so you have a little time to make your gravy. Tent the meat by placing foil loosely over the top and set it aside on a cutting board while you attend to the pan drippings. Using a fine mesh sieve, separate the fat from the liquid. Save both. The fat will function just like the butter used for a basic gravy, mixing with the flour to form a roux. For quicker gravy, you can skip this step and simply heat up 2 tablespoons of drippings. However, the chunks of fat will lead to a lumpier, potentially less flavorful, gravy. They should still be warm, but this is especially important if you've moved the drippings to another pan. However, you can also just make the gravy in your roasting pan as well. Simply put the metal pan over two burners on the stove, add the fat back in, and heat up both burners. Use a splash of red wine, water, or stock and then scrape up any brown bits of meat and juice from the bottom of the pan. As soon as you add the liquid you'll likely get a loud sizzle, and you need to work quickly with a whisk or spatula to scrape up all the stuff on the bottom of the pan. Deglazing is when you use a cool liquid to clean a hot pan, removing the flavorful, caramelized bits and adding them to your sauce or gravy. Using a wire whisk, add the flour slowly with one hand while whisking with the other. You want to make a smooth, consistent sauce. Keep whisking until you've removed all the lumps. Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in your liquid 1/4 cup at a time. Whisk it in, removing lumps, then add the next 1/4 cup. Start by using the strained pan...

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Отмерьте необходимые ингредиенты, пока мясо жарится. Достаньте готовое мясо из духовки и отставьте его в сторону. Процедите вытопившийся жир, чтобы отделить его от жидкости. Нагрейте жир на среднем огне. Налейте небольшое количество жидкости на сковороду, чтобы растворить остатки  зажарок и пригоревшего мясного сока. Добавьте 2 столовые ложки муки, по 1 ложке за один прием, перемешивая ингредиенты венчиком. Медленно добавляйте 2 стакана теплой жидкости и доведите смесь до кипения. Готовьте подливку  на среднем огне в течение 10-15 минут, или до тех пор, пока она не достигнет желаемой густоты. После того, как подливка загустеет, добавьте в нее приправы. Вы можете процедить подливку перед подачей. Подавайте подливку теплой.


Article in English: The best line of defense is to get your dog vaccinated. Keep the dog’s vaccination record and make sure that it is up-to-date on its booster shots.  You have 2 rabies vaccine options for your dog. All dogs should be vaccinated as early as 3 months old. Then they will need a booster shot at 1 year of age. After that, the dog can be on an annual vaccination plan or a 3-year vaccination plan. Talk to your vet about what’s right for your pup.  The interval at which your dog should receive the rabies vaccine depends upon local laws in your area. Consult your veterinarian for more information. Since the vaccine is not 100% effective, you want to protect your dog as much as possible by vaccinating all of the animals that you allow around your pet, whether it's other family pets or livestock that your family owns. Cats are more likely to get rabies than dogs are, which is likely because they are hunters that come in contact with wild animals if allowed outdoors. It’s important that your family cats be vaccinated. The biggest risk to your dog will be rabid wild animals, such as raccoons, foxes, skunks, or bats. Your dog could encounter these animals while out for its walk or while in your backyard relieving itself. An animal that has rabies will have out-of-character behaviors, so it may not hesitate to walk up to a larger animal or human in the middle of the day. The best way to protect your dog is to keep it inside as much as possible or in a yard protected from wildlife. When it does go outside, monitor it so that it doesn’t have the opportunity to encounter wild animals. Wild animals could get used to coming in your yard to eat from your trash. If they become infected, then your pets and family will be at risk. You can lower the chance of that happening by getting a trash can that is hard for wild animals to open. This makes your yard less desirable for them.

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Делайте собаке прививки от бешенства. Проследите, чтобы прививки получили все другие животные, которые живут в вашем доме. Следите, чтобы собака не контактировала с дикими животными. Закрывайте мусорные баки, чтобы они не привлекали диких животных.


Article in English: The best ones will be ones with heels and toes in contrasting colors to the rest of the sock. One sock will be used to make the body, legs, and head, and the other will used to make the arms, tail, face, and ears. These monkeys were traditionally made with “Rockford Red Heel Socks.” If you have striped socks, those work well, too. If your socks have cuffs, be sure to undo the seam carefully; the cuff length is needed for the length of the monkey.  You may have to flatten the sock against its natural crease to make this happen. If it's not cooperating, grab an iron and give it a quick once-over Leave approximately 1/4 inch (.6 cm) between the line and each of your seams. You can either use a sewing machine or sew by hand. If you're using a sewing machine, use your walking foot. The monkey’s legs and colored feet will now be clearly visible.

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Найдите два чистых носка. Выверните оба носка наизнанку  Положите один носок, так, чтобы пятка была плоской. Сохраняя носок в том же положении, зашейте обе стороны носка вместе параллельно центральной линии. Разрежьте носок по линии, между швами.


Article in English: The best place to start is by analyzing your diet, what foods are you eating that could contribute to this discomfort? There are many different foods that can contribute to these feelings of unease in the gut. First, do some quick research on how the gut works; learn the process that your gut goes through whenever you put something into your body. This will give you an understanding on what exactly you are trying to fix. Remove difficult to digest foods from your diet. This doesn't necessarily have to last forever but it is a good idea to do it for at least 3-5 days to give your digestion an opportunity to relax a little bit. These foods can vary from person to person so it's not a simple process to figure this out, but there are some surefire foods that need to go and these include: dairy, gluten and wheat, all processed foods, coffee, smoking (anything), and refined sugar. After the elimination of these from your diet you should feel immediate results. Break your total calorie intake into six (or more) equal portions. Do not drink water right after the meal and take a walk. Try to stay active and avoid lying down right after a meal. Stress levels play a direct role in your digestion. Are you stressed out all the time? This can cause an issue. As much as you might not believe what it, you must consider doing activities that reduce your stress in a healthy way: yoga, meditation, walking the dog, biking, being outside, and so on.  Lots of people smoke cigarettes or pot to relieve stress, which is highly unhealthy unfortunately causing more harm then good. The most popular unhealthy stress-reducer is eating, especially bad food and junk food. No diet will ever work for you if your body is in a constant state of stress. Stress attacks your digestive system through a complex breakdown of various hormones. Now that you have determined what you are going to do as a healthy stress-reliever and have eliminated all "volatile" foods from your diet you should start to see improvements. This reduced diet can't last...

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Сузьте круг возможных проблем. Не ешьте ничего экспериментального. Ешьте по-немногу, по крайней мере, шесть раз в день. Изучите все про стресс и механизмы борьбы с ним. Проанализируйте полученные результаты. Не переусердствуйте.


Article in English: The best place to start is by just telling your partner how you feel. You don't need to worry about being really eloquent or coming across as cheesy. As long as you speak from the heart and are honest about your feelings, your partner will be very touched. Tell them what they mean to you and what your life feels like when they're in it. This will make them feel great and help set a really romantic mood. For example, you can say something like, "When I'm with you everything feels like coming home after being completely lost. When I'm with you, I feel like I have my compass. I'll never be lost again." You can also try the traditional route and use romantic songs, poems, and quotes to get them feeling all warm and fuzzy. This works particularly well if you use words from something that means a lot to them. Quoting one of their favorite romantic moments from a movie, memorizing their favorite poem, or singing them their favorite love song are all great ways to get your romance on. Just be careful not to be cheesy! Good classic poems to recite include Shakespeare's "Sonnet 116" or E.E. Cummings "somewhere i have never traveled, gladly beyond". Talking about all the good things that you want for your partner gives you a great way to express your love in a way that really puts the focus on them. This is very romantic and will warm their heart with feelings of love and affection.  You can talk about how much you want them to achieve their dream or how much you want them to not have to worry about the things that they struggle with right now. For example, you can say something like, "I really want you to be able to travel the world and see all the things you're always telling me about...and I will do whatever I have to do to make sure you get that chance." Telling your partner just how sexy they are can be hugely romantic. It's especially important when your partner doesn't really see themselves as a sexual creature or someone that's desirable, because when you show them that you do think of them this way then they...

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Будьте открыты о своих чувствах. Позаимствуйте слова у других. Поговорите о вещах, которых вы хотите для своей половинки. Скажите им, какие они сексуальные. Говорите сексуально и грязно.


Article in English: The best preventative step you can take to avoid dirty leaves is a regular rinse with lukewarm water. Avoid applying cold water, which can cause spots on the leaves and shock the roots (remember that houseplants nearly all hail from the tropics - they are accustomed to warm rainfall).  For rinsing small houseplants, place the plant into your kitchen sink. Spray it down with your kitchen faucet if you have a sprayer; otherwise use a spray bottle.     Large houseplants can be rinsed by placing them into your shower. Flexible, extending shower heads work well for this task. Allow the plant to drip dry before returning it to its home.    For regularly removing dust buildup from houseplants with large leaves (such as a peace lily), wipe the leaves gently with a cloth moistened in lukewarm water.  Paper towels and terrycloth towels are acceptable for this task, but can be abrasive to the plant's leaves. Ideally, you should choose a very smooth cloth; rags made from old tee shirts work well.     It helps to support the leaves and stems with your free hand to prevent breaking any of them by applying too much pressure with the cloth.

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Регулярно промывайте листья домашних растений. Протрите большие листья растений куском влажной ткани.


Article in English: The best quality, easiest podcasts to burn will come with a download link. You can find 1000's of free podcasts for download online at iTunes, Podcast Alley, NPR, EarWolf, and elsewhere. Simply search for podcasts that interest you and look for the download link next to each episode.  You must have downloaded the file for the podcast to burn it to a disc.  Not all podcasts can be downloaded directly, but the vast majority are available for free. This method is only helpful if you can leave your computer on for long periods while the podcast records, but may be the only way to download the podcast and make it burnable. To do so:  Download a recording program, like Replay Audio, that can save the sound coming from your computer. This program automatically makes a new "song" from the playing podcast, allowing you to listen anytime. Some Windows users can use the "Stereo Mix" to record whatever sound is playing on your computer currently. To do so, right-click on the volume icon on your toolbar, then click "Recording Devices." Right-click in the box and select both "Show Disabled" and "Show Disconnected." Enable your "Stereo Mix," then use any music recording program to record the podcast as you play it. Note: Not all windows computers can do this. Buy a basic 8mm cable (aux cord) and run it from your output (headphone jack) to input (microphone jack). You can then use a recording program, like Audacity or Garage Band, to record the podcast as it plays. Basically, it takes the sound that would go to your headphones and routes it into a microphone, re-recording the file to your computer. Save the file, then place it on your desktop or in iTunes to view and burn later.

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Чтобы скачать подкаст, используйте рекомендуемую ссылку (если, конечно, она есть). Если нужный подкаст нельзя скачать, воспроизведите и запишите его. Или запишите подкаст через разъем для наушников.


Article in English: The best thing you can do is get your cat to a vet right away so that you can avoid having to perform CPR on your cat yourself. A veterinarian is much better equipped to handle a severe health crisis. Watch for signs that there may be a serious problem and get your cat to a veterinarian immediately if you notice that your cat is:  having difficulty breathing unconscious weak of lethargic severely injured severely ill To determine if your cat is breathing, you can either watch for movement in your cat’s chest, feel for breath by placing your hand in front of his nose and mouth, or place a small mirror in front of your cat’s nose or mouth and see if a mist forms. If your cat is not breathing, you may need to give him CPR. Whether or not your cat has a pulse may also help your decide if you need to perform CPR. To check for a pulse, place your fingers on the inner part of your cat’s thigh and wait. If you have a stethoscope, you can use it to try and listen to your cat’s heart. If your cat has no pulse, you may need to give him CPR. The color of your cat’s gums can also indicate whether or not your cat needs CPR. Normal, healthy gums should be pink in color. If your cat’s gums are bluish or gray, that means that he is not getting enough oxygen. If your cat’s gums are white, that means that he may have poor circulation. These factors should be considered as you decide whether or not your cat needs CPR.

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При первых признаках проблемы отвезите кошку к ветеринару. Выясните, дышит ли кошка. Проверьте пульс. Осмотрите десны кошки.


Article in English: The best thing you can do is listen to your loved one talk about the depression. Be prepared to hear anything that he or she may say. Try not to look too shocked even if he or she is saying something truly awful, because that will shut them down. Be open and caring. Listen without judgement.  If your loved one will not talk, try asking a few gently phrased questions. This might help him open up. Try asking how he spent his week, for example. When your loved one tells you something upsetting, encourage him or her by saying, "It must have been very difficult for you to tell me that," or "Thank you so much for opening up." Put away your phone, make eye contact, and show that you are giving 100 percent of your effort to your conversation. What a person suffering from depression needs most is compassion and understanding. Not only do you have to listen well, but you need to be sensitive about what you say when you talk about the depression. These are some helpful phrases to use when talking with your loved one:  You are not alone in this. I'm here for you. I understand you have a real illness and that's what causes these thoughts and feelings. You may not believe it now, but the way you're feeling will change. I may not be able to understand exactly how you feel, but I care about you and want to help. You are important to me. Your life is important to me. ” Telling someone to "snap out of it" or "lighten up" isn't usually a helpful thing to say. Be sensitive. Imagine feeling like the world is against you and everything is falling apart. What would you want to hear? Realize that depression is a very real and painful state for the sufferer. Don’t use phrases like these:  It's all in your head. We all go through times like this. You'll be fine. Stop worrying. Look on the bright side. You have so much to live for; why do you want to die? Stop acting crazy. What's wrong with you? Shouldn't you be better by now? Don’t try to talk the depressed person out of his or her feelings. The depressed person’s feelings may be...

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Будьте хорошим слушателем. Слушайте больного со всем вниманием. Подберите нужные слова. Не советуйте близкому человеку «взять себя в руки». Не спорьте с близким человеком по поводу его состояния. Помогите вашему другу посмотреть на вещи с другой стороны.


Article in English: The best time to go caterpillar hunting is during the spring and summer, as this is when the majority of moths and butterflies will lay their eggs. However, some species - such as the woolly bear caterpillar - emerge in autumn. Winter is the only time of year when caterpillars cannot be found.  In the wild, caterpillar typically have a 2% survival rate, which means that for every 100 eggs a female butterfly or moth lays, only two will survive to maturity.  This is due to the large number of predators who list caterpillars as a food source. Therefore, by keeping the caterpillar as a pet, you are giving it a much greater chance of survival. Be aware that autumn caterpillars will most likely pupate for the entire winter, so you'll have to wait a lot longer for the moth or butterfly to emerge than with spring or summer butterflies, which typically emerge within 2 to 3 weeks. The best place to search for caterpillars is on their host plants, as caterpillars will typically stay close to their food source. If you are not picky about the type of caterpillar you want to care for, you can check the leaves of any plant in your garden or at the park. However, if you are looking for specific caterpillars/butterflies/moths, you will need to target specific plants. Some of the most common ones are as follows:  The caterpillars of Monarch butterflies are most commonly found on the Milkweed plant. The caterpillars of Spicebush Swallowtails are most commonly found on the Spicebush. The caterpillars of Zebra Swallowtails are most commonly found on the leaves of the Paw Paw tree. The caterpillars of Black Swallowtails are most commonly found on herbs such as parsley, dill and fennel. The caterpillars of Luna Moths are most commonly found on the leaves of Walnut and Sweet Gum trees. The caterpillars of Cecropia Moths, Viceroy butterflies and Red-Spotted Purple butterflies are most commonly found on the leaves of Cherry Trees. If there's a very specific type of caterpillar, butterfly or moth you want to care for, or if you're...

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Выберите правильное время года. Поищите гусениц на растениях. Закажите конкретные виды гусениц в интернете. Осторожно берите в руки гусениц.


Article in English: The best time to harvest your rosemary is in the morning, after the sun has dried away any nighttime dew.   Your rosemary plant will bush out with vigorous growth from the places where you pinched or snipped it.     Try to snip straight sprigs, all about the same length, for easier bundling.    Leave a loop on the twine bundle to make hanging your rosemary sprigs easier.  Alternatively, you can use rubber bands to secure your rosemary bundles.     You can combine up to eight sprigs of rosemary per bundle.    Although you can dry your rosemary outdoors, the National Center for Home Food Preservation recommends drying rosemary indoors for the best color and flavor.  Your porch, attic, or storage cupboard are all good drying options. You can try hanging the rosemary bundles from a clothes hanger, if this is more convenient.     Some people also recommend covering your rosemary with brown paper bags as it dries. This prevents any dust from settling on the rosemary as it dries and also stops any sunlight from bleaching out the color. Just be sure to tear holes in the paper bags to keep the rosemary well ventilated.    You'll know the rosemary is dry when all traces of pliability are gone from both stems and leaves. This should take approximately two weeks.  You can also spread your rosemary sprigs or bundles on a flat or slanted window screen, elevated on cinder blocks or wooden blocks, for the best air circulation as they dry.     You won't be able to hang-dry rosemary sprigs in a humid environment, so you may need to dry your rosemary in the oven or in a food dehydrator.    Once the rosemary has completely dried, place it on a sheet of waxed paper and separate the tough, woody stems from the leaves. Store in an air-tight container in your kitchen cupboard. Use your dried rosemary in recipes such as lamb roasts and stews, garlic and herb bread, and rosemary-infused oil and butter.

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Воспользуйся ножницами, чтобы обрезать веточки розмарина с растения. Собери веточки в пучок, перевязывая  бечевкой у концов. Повесь веточки розмарина в прохладном, сухом, хорошо проветриваемом помещении. Каждый день или через день  переворачивай веточки, тогда он просушится равномерно. Найди место для хранения розмарина.


Article in English: The best vinegar to use is plain white distilled vinegar, which is inexpensive and effective.  A higher concentration of vinegar may be even more effective, so adjust the vinegar to water ratio based on the severity of the water spots.

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Наполните бутылку с распылителем раствором из равных частей воды и уксуса.


Article in English: The best way to avoid injury from a lightning storm is to avoid it completely. Make your plans with dangerous weather in mind. Listen to the local weather forecast, and pay special attention to thunderstorm advisories. Research the local climate: in some areas you can almost guarantee a thunderstorm on summer afternoons. Schedule your activities to avoid many high-risk situations. Those hot, muggy days are just the thing that a thunderstorm needs to get going. When you’re out and about, watch the sky for signs of approaching thunderstorms, such as rain, darkening skies, or towering cumulonimbus clouds. If you can anticipate lightning before the first strike, you can avoid being caught in a bad situation. Note that lightning can, however, strike even in the absence of these indicators. If conditions permit good visibility, and it’s not practical to seek shelter whenever you notice a strike, use the 30 second rule:  if the time between a lightning flash and the resulting thunder is 30 seconds or less (aka 6 miles (9.7 km) or less), get to shelter immediately. If you are in an area that you expect will see lightning storms, know where safe shelters are. Communicate your plans to your group so that everyone knows what to do in an emergency. . Be ready with first aid and other disaster essentials. You may lose power during a thunderstorm, so have alternative light sources available. If you live in a lightning-prone area, installing a lightning rod can help protect your family and your property. Have your lightning rod professionally installed. An incorrectly installed rod can increase the chance of a lightning strike.

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Планируйте заранее. Наблюдайте за небом. Рассчитайте расстояние до молнии. Составьте план действий. Приготовьте аварийный комплект. Установите молниеотвод.


Article in English: The best way to be prepared for your trip to the grocery store is to have a list of all the items you need to buy. That way, you know exactly what you need, can avoid impulse items, and won’t leave the store having forgotten something you need. To make a comprehensive list:  Go through your cupboards to see what staples you're running low on. This could include flour, sugar, canned goods, rice, spices, tea, and coffee. Check your refrigerator to see if you need any fruits, vegetables, juice, or other beverages. Create a planned menu for the next week or two. Look over the recipes you'll be making and ensure you have all the necessary ingredients. Look through your storage closets and pantries to see if you need any bathroom or facial tissue, soaps, dish detergents, or other household goods. If you're looking to save a few dollars at the grocery store, look through store flyers or online for the items that are on sale for the week.  If you find coupons for any items on your list, clip them out or make a note of the brand that’s on sale. If you have a few grocery stores nearby, compare the prices of items listed in the flyers, and make lists of what items you intend to buy at each store to get the best price. To avoid spending extra money, only use coupons and flyers for items you were already going to buy. Because you may be buying a large quantity of food, it’s always best if you can take your own vehicle or get a ride to the grocery store. Otherwise, determine a route you can walk or bike, or find what public transit routes will get you to the store you wish to shop at.  Don’t forget to take your reusable shopping bags with you. If you're taking public transit or walking, consider using a rolling cart or large backpack that you can use to transport your groceries back from the store. When you get to the grocery store, locate a shopping cart (if you need a lot of items) or a hand-basket (if you only need a few items). This will make your shopping experience much easier. Shopping carts and baskets are often...

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Составьте список покупок. Изучите специальные предложения. Отправляйтесь в магазин. Возьмите тележку или корзину.


Article in English: The best way to begin a conflict resolution is by being a good listener. Instead of talking, criticizing, or offering your opinion early on in the conversation, sit silently and let the other person talk. Don't interrupt the other person, and let him speak frankly but respectfully. When emotions run high, it can be difficult to tell what exactly started the whole situation. This may be particularly true if someone comes to you with frustrations about something you've done and begins throwing around accusations. The only way to arrive at a mutually-beneficial solution is to listen to the person's concerns, let him feel validated, and understand what action, words, or lack of action/words led to the current situation.  Start out by asking open-ended questions, such as "What's wrong?" or "Why do you feel upset over ______?" Let the person vent his frustrations or talk out the problem with you. Once you think you've determined the cause of the problem, ask a "yes or no" (closed-ended) question to confirm that that is the underlying problem. For example, you might ask something like, "I just want to make sure I understand what you're saying. Are you saying that the problem is you felt disrespected when you heard _______?" Remember that the person who initiated the confrontation is probably feeling very hurt, and may be speaking/acting out of an emotional space. Don't take anything that's said to you personally, as the situation at its core probably has nothing to do with you as a person.  Try not to let your feelings cloud your reaction. You can do this by using calming techniques. Use deep breathing to stabilize your mood before you respond. Draw in a slow breath for four seconds, hold it for two seconds deep down in your diaphragm (as opposed to shallow breathing through the chest), and exhale slowly for six seconds. It can be difficult to put yourself in another person's shoes, but this is essential in problem solving and compromising. Even if you don't think you're in the wrong, try setting aside your own...

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Внимательно слушайте. Поймите первопричину. Сохраняйте спокойствие и контролируйте свои эмоции. Попробуйте посмотреть на ситуацию с точки зрения другого человека. Поймите свою роль. Предоставьте человеку возможность выбора. Будьте открыты к компромиссам.


Article in English: The best way to begin an apology is to start at the beginning. The point of apologizing is to express remorse, so do that right away without hesitance. Your apology should begin with something like, "I'm incredibly sorry for what I did and how it hurt you."  Remember to strive for sincerity. If you don't genuinely feel sorry, your mom can pick up on this. Make sure to go into the situation with your mom's feelings in mind. Ask yourself how she would feel in the same situation. If you're writing a letter, the same rule applies. You can open the letter with something like, "Dear Mom, I'm sincerely sorry for the way my actions hurt you." Regret should come immediately after the initial apology. Regret shows that you genuinely reflected on your mistake, and understand why your actions were wrong. Whether apologizing in person or in a letter, express regret immediately after the initial "I'm sorry."  Always take full responsibility for your actions. While you can certainly explain the circumstances surrounding your actions, do not do so in a way that denies your wrongdoing. For example, say something like, "I was drinking the night we took your car, and Sarah can be very pushy with me. However, there's no excuse for what we did. Even though I was not myself that night, I should have known that behavior was unacceptable." This can be the hardest part of apologizing. It can be painful to recall how your actions hurt someone. However, this is one of the most important parts of apologizing. Your mom will feel better if her feelings are acknowledged.  Spend a few sentences imaging what your mom may have felt. Express remorse at your part in making her feel this way. For example, "You must have been incredibly worried not knowing where the car was. When you found out I had it, I imagine you felt betrayed and disappointed. I'm sure the whole night was unbelievably stressful for you. I truly regret putting you in that position. I hate that my behavior affected you in this way." You should never assign blame during an...

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Для начала искренне выразите раскаяние. Выразите сожаление. Признайте чувства мамы. Не возлагайте вину на другого человека. Попросите прощения.


Article in English: The best way to break down any oil in clogged pores is to use products that contain beta-hydroxy acid, or salicylic acid. Consistent use of a cleanser with salicylic acid will help to prevent blackheads before they form and clear your pores of oil.  Salicylic acid works with glycolic acid to help clear dead skin and debris on the surface of your skin.  Acne products like Proactiv, Benzac, and PanOxyl all contain these ingredients. Over the counter medicated pore strips can work to remove oil plugs in your nose and as a result, remove blackheads. Retinoids contain Vitamin A and work to clear clogged pores and prevent blackheads from forming.  Prescription strength retinoids are the most effective and come in pill form. Over the counter retinol formulas are also available at many drugstores. There may be some peeling of your skin when you first take retinoids. But after regular use three to seven times weekly for four to six weeks, the side effects will lessen and your skin will appear more radiant and clear. This is a professional treatment that uses tiny crystals on your skin to gently remove the outer layer of skin, including blackheads. It will exfoliate and rejuvenate the skin on your nose to leave your skin looking softer and brighter. This technique is less aggressive than dermabrasion, but must be done by a trained skin professional.

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Используйте очищающее средство с содержанием салициловой или гликолевой кислот. Купите полоски для очищения пор. Обсудите с дерматологом употребление ретиноидов. Спросите дерматолога о микродермабразии.


Article in English: The best way to change your dog's fearful behavior is to sidetrack it with an activity it enjoys. What does your dog like to do the most? Maybe it's tugging on a toy or playing catch. Whatever it is, try doing it during a storm.  You, and your dog, may get wet from walking or playing in the rain, but it will be worth it if your dog is sidetracked from its fear. If your dog is behaving well, and responding to commands correctly, this is a great time to give it a treat. This will reinforce the good behavior, and not the bad. If your dog tears things up out of fear during a storm, then give it something to focus its destructive attention on. This could be a stuffed animal, a chew toy, or a rawhide bone. Whatever you give your dog, make it something that will grab its attention and allow it to focus its nervous energy. Do not cuddle and act as its protector. This doesn't mean that you can't give it a pet, give it some comfort, and act nicely towards it as usual. You just shouldn't act as if it does have something to be afraid of. If you do this, it's going to assume that protection is needed.  In addition, if you act like the dog needs protection, your dog will also assume that you are available to protect it whenever it acts nervous and scared. This can lead to an escalation in bad behavior. If it learns that cowering in the corner during bad weather yields hugs and kisses, it may form the habit of doing that every storm. Some animal behaviorists disagree with the idea of not comforting a distressed dog. They say that you should comfort your dog in any way that you can. This comforting should be combined with redirection, so that the dog is sidetracked from its fear. Just as you don't want to overly comfort the dog, you don't want to punish it for being scared. That only gives your dog another reason to be afraid. Remember that fear is a  Instead, go about your normal routine and act as if everything is normal. This doesn't mean ignore your dog, it just means that you should interact with it as normal.  Ignoring...

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Займитесь с собакой чем-нибудь интересным. Во время грозы «жертвуйте» собаке какую-нибудь вещь, которую она сможет грызть. Не тратьте все свои силы на то, чтобы утешить собаку. Не ругайте собаку за боязливое поведение во время грозы. Десенсибилизируйте собаку к громким звукам.


Article in English: The best way to deal with bottle cleaning when travelling is to be prepared.  Carry a small bottle of dish soap and a bottle brush in a sealable plastic bag at all times. Use disposable bottle liners, so you only have to bring one bottle. The liners can be changed after each feed so the bottle only needs to be washed at night. If you're staying somewhere with a microwave, bring a portable microwave sterilizer with you when you travel. If you're prepared and have your dish soap and bottle brush with you, you can wash the bottles in any available sink.  Just make sure to give the sink a rinse down first, to remove any obvious dirt. Once washed, place the bottle parts on a clean towel to dry. If you've used a sink with water unsafe for drinking, you may need to sterilize bottles while traveling.  As mentioned above, the easiest way to do this is with a portable microwave sterilizer, but if you don't have access to a microwave, you can make do with a travel kettle and a small pair of bottle tongs. Simply fill the kettle with water, plug it in and allow to boil. Pour the boiling water over the (washed) bottle parts in the sink. Use the tongs to remove the items from the sink and place them on a clean towel to dry.

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Подготовьтесь. Мойте бутылочки в раковине отеля или общественном туалете. Стерилизуйте с помощью портативного чайника.


Article in English: The best way to do that is to sound it out.  There is a replacement test that will tell you for certain which word will fit.  Read the sentence with you are in place of where the your/you're is intended.  If it makes sense, then you're would be right. If not, then your would fit.  You could also replace your with my in the sentence. If it fits, then use your. A mnemonic is a device that helps you remember something. You may find a mnemonic helpful when remembering the difference between you're and your. Elements such as parallelism and vivid imagery are usually effective mnemonic tools.  Consider the sentence "If you're writing it you're, you're writing it right." You are doing something when you write, and thus the contraction you're is correct. You could also try something like the sentence "Your Outraged Unicorns Race," where the first letter of each word spells out the correct usage. Because the unicorns belong to you, they're your unicorns. Other examples of contractions include doesn't for does not, they're for they are, and can't for cannot.  "You're a good friend" means "You are a good friend." "I don't know what you're talking about" means "I do not know what you are talking about." It thus fulfills two very important roles in a sentence or clause. Because it includes both a pronoun and a verb, you're will always be the subject and at least part of the verb of any clause in which it appears. The possessive form refers to something that a person has, something that belongs to the person in question, or the person you are talking to. Your reflects ownership, as in "yours, mine, and ours".  "Is your stomach growling?" "Your book is on the table." In most cases, your will not be followed by an adjective (a word that describes something) when that adjective is describing the person that you are talking to. In other words, saying "Your very kind"  will almost never be correct.  "Your very kind" would only be correct if someone were describing a noun, as in "Your nice son brought me my coat." Here, your...

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Выучите правильное использование необходимого вам местоимения. Придумайте мнемоническое выражение, чтобы было проще различать слова. Пишите you're как сокращенную форму или комбинацию слов you и are. Запомните, что you're — это, на самом деле, комбинация двух слов. Пишите your в качестве притяжательной формы местоимения you. Запомните, что местоимение your, как правило, не сопровождается прилагательным. Изучите несколько примеров.


Article in English: The best way to find out the sex of your goldfish is to ask when you buy the fish or to consult a vet. That said, females goldfish typically have plump bodies. When viewed from above, you can usually notice fuller bellies on the females, and slender midsections of the males. Also, the female pectoral fins (located just behind the gills) are shorter and rounder than those on males. Additionally, goldfish will generally not lay eggs until they are at least one year old. If your goldfish is kept outside, it will only spawn during the spring or early summer. If your goldfish has always been kept inside, it could spawn at any time of year. Think about what season it is when determining if your outdoor goldfish is pregnant. Goldfish are most likely to breed in water that is around 68 °F (20 °C). If you believe your goldfish may be preparing to spawn, check the temperature of your water to see if the temperature right.

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Узнайте, является ли рыбка самкой. Учтите время года. Проверьте температуру воды.


Article in English: The best way to get rid of cat spray odor is to remove the scent by cleaning thoroughly. However, that can sometimes take several attempts, and even professional help. In the meantime, there are several things you can do to help reduce the odor and make your home livable.  Use an air freshener that contains baking soda. The main component, sodium bicarbonate, is very effective at absorbing odors. You can make a homemade air freshener to sprinkle on your carpets. Combine 1 cup of any dried herbs (such as lavender, rosemary, etc.), 1 teaspoon ground cloves, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon baking soda. Sprinkle the mixture onto carpet and allow to sit for 20 minutes. Then vacuum up the remaining powder. You can make this mixture at any time and store it in an airtight container. Fresh air is one of the most effective ways to get rid of any household odor, including cat spray. Open several windows around your home. Try opening some at each end of your home to create a cross-breeze.  Make a habit of opening your windows for at least a few minutes each day, even when it is cold out. The fresh air will help keep scents from lingering. You could also invest in an air purifier. Many of these devices will help keep your household smelling fresh. Check out several models to see which would work best for you. Candles won't remove cat spray odor, but it can help you cover it. For example, maybe you need some relief from the smell while you are cleaning. Or perhaps company arrives unexpectedly and you need to freshen the air quickly. A candle can work well in these situations.  When purchasing a candle, sniff before you buy. If you can't detect a strong scent from the jar, you likely won't get a strong scent when the candle is burning. Consider a scent that smells fresh. Many candles are available in scents such as fresh linen or ocean fresh. These would likely cover cat spray odor most effectively. An important part of keeping your home smelling fresh is to keep it as clean as possible. If you don't know exactly...

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Используйте освежитель воздуха. Откройте окна. Используйте ароматические свечи. Регулярно делайте уборку.


Article in English: The best way to help before labor is to educate yourself with antenatal (before birth) classes. There are many kinds of classes available to expecting fathers and parents. Look into the kinds of classes available near you. If you find the idea of child birth scary, research shows that men who went though antenatal preparation, such as a class, had a more positive childbirth experience.   Check your community center or park district. Ask your doctor. Contact a nearby college or university. Look for a class online. Make sure you have all the necessary supplies to make the birthing experience as positive as possible. You can have a maternity bag or suitcase. Don't just take stuff for your wife and the baby, bring some things for yourself as well. It is best to pack much of this in advance, so that it is ready before your wife goes into labor. Have you maternity bag ready at least two weeks in advance.  For Her:  Oil for massage, but be cautious with scents A gown, slippers, and robe if she prefers them to hospital clothes Rolling pin or camper’s ice for pressure and cold on lower back Warm socks Relaxing music Personal focal point (a picture, flowers, a figurine) for her to focus on during contractions Favorite juice or electrolyte-balanced beverage (such as Gatorade) in a cooler Cosmetics Toiletries Her favorite snacks Nursing bras Money for incidentals Going-home clothing (which should still be maternity clothing)   For you:  Copy of the Birth Plan Watch with a second hand Grooming supplies (toothbrush, breath freshener, deodorant, shaver) Snacks and beverages (consider you wife may be very sensitive to the smell of your breath) Change of clothes Swimsuit so you can accompany the mother in the shower Paper and pencil Reading materials, or handwork, for slow times when the mother does not need your help Phone numbers of people to call during or after labor Camera (still or video)   For the baby:  Diapers, Receiving blanket Underclothing Outerwear (hat, warm clothes) Crib-sized blanket Car seat   For the trip to...

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Посещайте курсы для беременных. Соберите все необходимое. Составьте план родов.


Article in English: The best way to hide your forehead is by going to a salon and getting bangs. A straight across bang that gets gradually longer on the sides is the most versatile and fitting for larger foreheads. However, this style doesn't flatter all face shapes, including those that are wide or feature a prominent nose. There are many different types of bangs to choose from. Flip through a magazine and pick a favorite type to ask your stylist for, and be sure to go with one that best fits your face shape. Opt for curtain bangs or textured side bangs if your face is round. If you want to wear your hair up, part your hair down the middle and put it in a loose bun. Pull a couple of pieces out of the top front and curl them with a curling iron on low heat to create a nice face-framing effect. Avoid the slicked back look. Unlike the low, loose up-do, a tightly pulled back ponytail or bun won’t be very flattering. A big forehead often means a seemingly longer face. While flat, straight hair will make your face look even longer, hairstyles with a lot of wave and volume bring balance to your head shape by having a subtle widening effect. Also create volume by using volumizing hair products, curling your hair, or blowing it dry with a hair dryer and a round brush. Get an asymmetrical bob with a dramatic side part. The side part breaks up your forehead and draws attention to your eyes while the longer front section makes your neckline a focal point.

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Челка. Свободный низкий пучок. Создайте объем с помощью каскада. Стрижка «боб».


Article in English: The best way to interpret your blood results is by talking to your doctor. They understand the information and results better than anyone. Making an assessment on your own can lead to misdiagnosis or complications from self-treatment. Ask your doctor any questions you may have about individual or total levels and what they may indicate.  Have your doctor go through each series of numbers individually, explaining what they test for and what your specific results may mean. Ask your doctor to compare previous results with the new ones to better judge where you are physically. This measures the number of hydrogen ions in your blood, which may indicate conditions such as COPD, asthma, pregnancy, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), lung disease, liver disease, or drug use. The normal range for pH values are between 7.35 to 7.45.  If the pH level is below 7.38, then you may have more acidic blood from conditions such as airway obstruction, COPD, asthma, sleep disordered breathing, or neuromuscular impairment.  If the pH level is above 7.45, you may have a alkalosis, which could indicate stimulation of the central nervous system, lung disease, severe anemia, drug use, or pregnancy. Your kidneys produce bicarbonate and help maintain a normal pH. The normal level for bicarbonate is between 22 to 26 milliEquivalents Per Liter (mEq/L). A disruption of your bicarbonate levels may indicate conditions such as respiratory failure, anorexia, and liver failure.  An HCO3 level is below 24 mEq/L indicates metabolic acidosis. It may be the result of conditions including diarrhea, liver failure and kidney disease. An HCO3 level above 26 mEq/L indicates metabolic alkalosis. This may be the result of dehydration, vomiting, and anorexia. Partial pressure of carbon dioxide, or PaCO2, measures the carbon dioxide in your blood. The normal level for PaCO2 is between 38 and 45 mmHg. Disrupted levels may indicate shock, kidney failure, or chronic vomiting.  Respiratory alkalosis is present if the PaCO2 number is below 35 mmHg. This means there is...

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Оцените результаты вместе со своим врачом. Проверьте уровень pH. Проверьте уровень бикарбоната или HCO3. Проверьте уровень PaCO2. Проверьте уровень PaO2. Обратите внимание на насыщение кислородом.


Article in English: The best way to maintain a social life when you work the midnight shift is to befriend other people who have similar hours. Hang out with co-workers or friends that work nighttime jobs. Look for groups on social media (e.g., LinkedIn, Meetup) that connect night shift workers in your area. Make spending time with your family and friends a certainty by scheduling time with them ahead of time. Identify the overlapping free time that you have with others by making a detailed calendar, or by using a scheduling app that syncs up your calendar with theirs. Establishing when and how you will be seeing your significant other, family members, or friends will help prevent you from growing distant. For instance, to work around your midnight shift, schedule a late night meal or early breakfast with friends. Make time to call or text your loved ones as much as you can. Even if your communications are brief, keeping in touch regularly will convey the sense of caring and devotion that relationships need to survive. Ask how they are doing and let them know that you are thinking about them. For example, send a friend a text like, “Hi! How are you feeling? I hope you finally got rid of that cold you had last week.”

Summary in Russian:

Общайтесь с другими работниками ночных смен. Находите время для своих близких. Связывайтесь со своими близкими при любой возможности.


Article in English: The best way to make yourself seem interesting is to take an interest in your crush’s interests. Talk to their friends to see what they like, or just ask your crush straight-up what they like to do. Then, talk about it!  If you know your crush is a huge basketball fan, watch the game. Then, ask them what they thought about it when you see them. It’s an interesting but easy conversation starter! If you’re trying to figure out your crush’s interests, you could ask, “What’s your favorite thing to do on the weekends?” or “What’s your favorite TV show?” Have a few go-to funny stories that you can whip out when chatting with your crush. Pick stories that your crush can relate to. If your crush is a surfer and you have a story about your hilarious first attempt at surfing, tell them. If your crush is yawning, looking away, or not asking any questions, they may be bored with your conversation topic. Don’t take this personally--everyone has different interests. Switch to a new topic, or ask them a personal question to change gears. Imagine you’re talking about your love of stamp collecting, and your crush is looking a little distracted. Throw in a question like, “So, do you have any hobbies that you love?” Being interesting isn’t just about talking. In fact, being a good listener is just as important, so let you crush get some words in.  Try to take a genuine interest in what your crush is saying. Listening will be way easier. Show your crush you’re listening by nodding, saying things like “yes” or “mmhmm,” and repeating back what they tell you in your own words. Asking good questions can make for a more interesting conversation, which makes you seem more interesting, too. Ask your crush open-ended questions, which are questions that can’t be answered with yes or no.  If you and your crush are talking about summer vacation, you could ask a fun question like, “What’s your craziest summer break story?” Ask follow-up questions, too. If your crush launches into a story about meeting their favorite celebrity, you could...

Summary in Russian:

Выясните, что нравится парню, и поговорите об этом. Придумайте несколько хороших историй, которые можно рассказать. Смените тему, если кажется, что ему скучно. Будьте хорошим слушателем. Задавайте открытые вопросы. Ведите себя эмоционально во время разговора.


Article in English: The best way to practice and prepare for hitting the beach is with another person nearby who knows more about surfing than you do, and can provide feedback and advice.  If you have a friend who surfs, ask for help. Friends don't usually charge and you can practice privacy of your own home rather than on the beach in front of others. Pay an instructor. This is the most reliable way to learn the basics of surfing in a clear, methodical way. For a fee, he or she will teach you all you need to know and give you pointers that will help you get out into the surf and having fun quickly. Knowing the basic rules of the surf will help you make sure that your first time out is fun and safe. Here are a few basic safety rules to keep in mind:  Respect the right of way. When there is more than one surfer paddling to catch a wave, the person who has paddled closest to the peak has the right of way for that wave. Don't "drop in" on others. Paddling to catch or dropping into a wave while someone is already riding closer to the peak is considered rude and potentially dangerous. Remember to scan the line of the wave for other surfers before you try to catch it. Very popular and busy beginner surfing locations don't usually have these strict rules and multiple people will often ride the same wave (sometimes referred to as a "party wave"). If two people are waiting on the same wave, whichever person catches it first and is closer to the peak has the right of way.

Summary in Russian:

Поговорите с более опытными серферами или инструкторами, если есть такая возможность. Изучите базовые правила поведения, прежде чем начать заниматься.