Crying on cue can be a challenge for many actors, but a lot of emotional scenes require crying. If you're struggling to find a way to bring tears to your character's eyes, try using reverse psychology. Thinking as your character, think to yourself, "I'm not going to cry. No matter what, I won't let them see me cry." In real life, you've probably had an experience when you've tried to holdback tears. Channeling the desire not to cry, despite needing to, can help trigger tears on stage. You can also consider moments that made you cry in the past. If you know you have to cry during a scene, spend some time thinking of sad moments before stepping onto the stage.  It may help to do a free write on the topic of sad moments, jotting down the saddest moments you can recall. This will give you a stockpile of sad memories you can use in the event you need to cry on cue. You do not have to focus solely on your own personal experiences. It may be too stressful to channel personal experiences. Instead, try to think of a moment from a book, movie, or TV show that made you cry. Crying is very much a physical reaction. If you go through the physical motions involved in crying, this may trigger actual tears. Consider what you do when you cry in real life. Maybe you start to breathe heavily, sniffle, and make small sobbing sounds. Start to engage in these actions. You may find that, in response, your body produces tears. If you're really in a bind to make yourself cry, you can look at the stage lights. Bright stage lights may irritate the eyes, resulting in tears. Many professional actors use this trick if they're struggling to cry in a particular scene.

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Используйте реверсивную психологию. Подумайте о грустных переживаниях из прошлого. Проработайте физические аспекты. Используйте софиты, чтобы вызвать слезы.


Crystal healing is believed to date back as far as 6,000 years ago, to the time of Sumerians in Mesopotamia. It is also believed that ancient Egyptians were some of the first to practice crystal healing. Today, crystal healing is predominantly based on traditional concepts in Asian cultures where some of the people believed in life-energy (chi or qi). Chakras, a part of modern crystal healing, also date back to traditional Asian cultures through Buddhism and Hinduism. These are said to connect the physical and supernatural elements of the body. Crystal healing is believed to be a natural form of medicine that receives its powers through different stones, which are assigned various properties. During a typical session, a healer may lay stones on the body in different areas, or may suggest that you wear certain stones to ward off sickness or absorb positive energy. Because each stone has a different power, it is believed that using these stones and crystals can restore balance and stability to the body's energy system, allowing natural healing processes to take place. There are so many different crystals, so it would be difficult to memorize them all, but there are only seven chakras, and it can be helpful to learn them so you are aware of the imbalances you may be experiencing in your body.  Crown Chakra: Located at the top of your head, this chakra helps connect you to your spiritual self. It promotes imagination, inspiration, and positive thought. Brow/Third Eye Chakra: Located just above the eyebrows, this chakra balances the glands in the endocrine system and so it affects vision, intuition, psychic abilities, concentration, self knowledge, and insight. Throat Chakra: Located in the throat, this chakra helps you to connect to the world around you, affecting communication, self-expression, and sound. Heart Chakra: Located in the center of the chest, this chakra deals with emotions and so it helps create compassion, love, understanding, sharing, and forgiveness. Solar Plexus Chakra: Located between the naval...

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Изучите историю кристаллотерапии. Разберитесь в том, как это работает. Узнайте, какие есть чакры. Помните, что кристаллотерапия не является официальной наукой. Станьте специалистом по кристаллотерапии.


Ctrl+Alt+T. This will launch the Terminal. Alt+F2 and type gnome-terminal. This will also launch the Terminal. ⊞ Win+T (Xubuntu only). This Xubuntu-specific shortcut will also launch Terminal. You can change the shortcut from Ctrl+Alt+T to something else:  Click the "System settings" button in the Launcher bar. Click the "Keyboard" option in the "Hardware" section. Click the "Shortcuts" tab. Click the "Launchers" category and then highlight "Launch terminal." Press your new keyboard shortcut.

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Нажмите . Нажмите . Нажмите . Измените сочетание клавиш.


Ctrl+F (Windows) or ⌘ Command+F (Mac). This will open the "Find" box in virtually any browser. This command can also be found in the Edit menu in Internet Explorer, or in the ☰ menu in Chrome and Firefox.  If you're using a mobile browser, the Find command is usually in the browser's menu. It may be called "Find in Page". If you are using Safari for iOS, delete the address that is in the address bar and type the word you want to search for there instead. Select "On this page" from the search results that appear. Your browser will find matches as you type. Letter case is ignored when using the Find tool. Click the Next and Previous buttons in the Find box to cycle though the search results. The page will jump to each one, and the results will be highlighted.

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Нажмите Ctrl+F (в Windows) или ⌘ Command+F (в Mac OS X). Введите слово, которое нужно найти на странице. Переместитесь по найденным совпадениям.


Cuban bread is long and thin, and turns crisp in the panini press without getting uncomfortably hard. You can find similar bread at a Latin bakery. The next best substitute is a long, soft French or Italian loaf (but nothing as narrow and hard as a baguette), followed by a hoagie roll. Cut it about 7 inches (17.8 cm) long, or to a size that matches your appetite. Leave one long edge of the bread intact for a tidier sandwich. This will stop it from sticking to the sandwich press. It's easiest to do this before adding the ingredients. If you're using nonstick cooking spray instead, spray it on the inside of the sandwich press. Spread about 2 tbsp (30 mL) of regular yellow mustard evenly over both sides of the bread. Almost all recipes include mustard, but you can serve it on the side if you're using extra-flavorful pork. Cover both halves of the bread with mild Swiss cheese. Many traditional recipes use an equal ratio of cheese, ham, and pork, but you can cut the slices thinner if you prefer. Slice two large dill pickles to make eight or ten long, thin slices (or buy them pre-cut into "sandwich stuffers"). Lay these onto one side of your sandwich. Fold four slices of very thin ham over the pickles. You can use any ham you like, but the most traditional choice is a mild, sweet-cured ham such as York ham, bolo ham, or any honey-cured ham. You can even bake a ham with a home-made honey glaze. Now for the star of the show. Warm several slices of roast pork in a pan over low heat, then add it to the sandwich. For extra flavor, use pork marinated in Cuban mojo sauce, or drizzle on the sauce in the pan. The sauce's main ingredients are garlic and sour orange (or orange, lemon, and lime where sour orange isn't available). You can use pulled pork if you don't have any sliced pork. Although traditional Cuban sandwiches are made with a grill press called a plancha, most cooks outside of Florida have to make do with one of these options:  Sandwich press or panini maker Waffle iron, with the metal plates flipped so their...

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Разрежьте батон вдоль на две половины. Смажьте батон снаружи сливочным маслом. Намажьте на батон горчицу. Положите сыр. Положите ломтики маринованных огурцов. Добавьте кусочки ветчины. Добавьте в сэндвич буженину. Нагрейте тостер, вафельницу или другой подходящий кухонный прибор. Придавите сэндвич.


Cucumbers are a tropical vegetable, and they crave a lot of direct sunlight. choose a spot where they won't be too shaded from the afternoon sun.  Cucumbers grow roots 36 to 48 inches (91 to 122 cm) deep, so don't plant them near trees. Tree roots will compete with your cucumber plants for water and nutrition.  The size of your space will dictate how many plants you can have. You'll want to space vining plants 36 to 60 inches (91 to 152 cm) apart. If you're growing them vertically, allow 12 inches (30 cm) between trellises. Cucumbers should be grown in a weed-free area. Weeds will drain nutrients and water from the soil, starving your cucumbers. Small weed cuttings can be left in the soil for fertilizer.  For best results, pull the weeds up by hand, yanking up as much of the root as possible. If you leave the root of a weed behind, there is a strong likelihood that the same weed will grow back. Avoid using herbicides as a shortcut. Both chemical and organic herbicides render the soil unsuitable for overall plant growth, so they'll hurt your cucumbers as well. Cucumbers thrive in soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. You can buy a pH testing kit at any garden supply center or hardware store. Add agricultural lime to increase the pH of your soil. Add sulfur or aluminum sulfate to decrease the pH. If you're using inorganic fertilizer, the slow-release granular fertilizer will best feed your cucumbers throughout the growth cycle. Use a trowel of a small rake to chop up and loosen the soil before adding fertilizer. This allows the fertilizer to mix into the soil more thoroughly. For natural fertilizer, use rich compost or aged manures. Mix them into the soil to a depth of about 2 inches (5.1 cm), then gradually cut and work them into the soil to a depth of 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm). The ideal soil for cucumbers is loose, light, and sandy. This type of soil gets warmer more quickly and retains that warmth more easily. If you have more clay in your soil, add organic material. Dense, heavy soil can be...

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Найдите солнечное место для посадки огурцов. Очистите участок от сорняков. Добейтесь, чтобы уровень pH почвы был как можно ближе к 7,0. Подмешайте в почву гранулированное удобрение. Добавьте органический материал, чтобы улучшить качество почвы.


Cucumbers need the soil to reach at least  70 °F (21 °C) in order to grow. In many areas, you can start a crop in July and expect a harvest in September. If you live in a warmer area, you may be able to start earlier. Wait until at least 2 weeks after the last frost. If you're planting inside, you can begin the seeds whenever you want. Make the hole about equal in depth and width. You can create it by using your pinky finger or the rounded end of a pencil. If you have a larger planter, place the holes evenly around the edge of a circular planter or evenly across a rectangular planter, depending on the size and shape. Plant more seeds than necessary so that you guarantee success. Planting this many seeds may mean you need to thin once the plants come up, but you're more likely to end up with as many plants as you want. Cucumber seedlings don't like being taken out of a container or handled. Choosing seedlings with organic containers, such as coco coir or peat, allows you to plant them in the soil, container and all, without handling the seedlings too much. The roots will grow through the organic container. Loosely drop soil over the seeds. Do not squish the soil into the hole, since doing so may damage the seeds. You can gently pat it down when you're done. If you're using a seedling, fill in the hole around the container, and pat it down from the top. If it's still cool outside, you can protect your plants by creating collars for each one. Cut the tops and bottoms off of large plastic bottles. Wash them thoroughly with hot soap and water. Place one around each sprouting plant. Press it into the ground so it doesn't blow away. These collars provide warmth and wind protection. They may also protect against some pests. The soil should be thoroughly and noticeably moist after you water the seeds or seedlings. Do not supersaturate the soil, however, since puddles of water may end up scattering the seeds. Use a fine sprayer so you don't stir up the seeds. Lightly apply a thin layer of peat moss or mulch over the...

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Посадите семена, когда температура поднимется до 21°C. Сделайте ямку глубиной около 1,5 сантиметра в центре горшка. Посадите в ямку глубиной около 15 миллиметров 5–8 семян. Засыпьте ямку почвенной смесью. В качестве пластикового колпака используйте старую бутылку из-под воды. Сразу после посадки полейте семена или рассаду. После полива разложите на земле торфяной мох или солому. Поставьте горшок в месте, которое освещается солнцем хотя бы 8 часов в день.


Cup the "shot," or heavy ball, with your fingers and thumb along the back side of the ball. Don't touch the shot with your palm, and don't spread out your fingers around the ball. Use your dominant hand. Place your right foot on the back of the circle, and face the right side of the circle. Stand with your feet a little more than shoulder's width apart. While you'll move on to a more powerful throwing position later, this is a good stance to get your started while you concentrate on the arm and leg motions involved. This guide is written for right-handed shot putters. Switch "right" and "left" if you are left-handed. Stick the shot underneath your jawbone next to your neck. Keep your right elbow raised so the arm can push directly into your neck. Point your left arm upward in the direction you'll be throwing. During the rotation leading up to the throw, pull this arm inward so your hand is against the center of your chest. Surprisingly, most of the strength in shot putting comes from the legs, not the arms. Put almost all of your weight on your right leg, at the back of the circle, bending your knee as much as you find comfortable while keeping your balance. Push forward as hard as you can with your back leg, turning your hips so you face forward as you do so. Step or jump forward as you do this, sticking your front (left) foot as close to the front of the circle as you can. If you are having trouble keeping your balance and aim while you do this, start out in the center of the circle instead and take shorter steps while you practice. As you straighten out, move the shot out from under your jaw and send your arm out in a straight line at about a 40º angle upward, toward the field. Always keep your elbow raised and your wrist straight. If your elbow drops or your wrist bends downward during the release, this will result in a "tossing" motion that risks injury and fails to make full use of your momentum. The optimal angle is between 37º and 38º. Keep practicing this throw, especially the final delivery of the...

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Сожмите ядро пальцами. Встаньте боком к задней части круга. Поместите ядро под челюстную кость. Вытяните левую руку вверх. Перенесите вес на заднюю ногу. Поверните бедра и двигайтесь вперед. Вытяните руку, направив ее наружу, чтобы "толкнуть" ядро. Старайтесь во время тренировок толкать ядро как можно дальше.


Cupcake liners come in different sizes, so match the liner size with the pockets in your cupcake sheet. If the liner is too big, it won’t fit in your sheet. If it’s too small, the sides will expand and your cupcakes will be too flat. Find a liner that fits perfectly into your baking sheet.  Standard cupcake liners are 2.25 inches (5.7 cm) in diameter. These will fit a typical baking sheet. If you’re making mini muffins or cupcakes, opt for a 1 inch (2.5 cm) or 3⁄4 inch (1.9 cm) liner instead. If you aren’t sure what liners will fit your sheet, measure the diameter of a slot in your baking sheet. Then find liners that match this diameter. The diameter of liners is usually on the packaging. Wax and paper cupcake liners work fine for most baking jobs, but they aren’t grease-proof. That means grease bleeds through the paper while the cupcakes bake, and your hands could get slippery when you pick up the cupcakes. For a grease-proof option, use foil liners instead.  Foil liners and paper liners are both available at supermarkets or online. Specialty bake shops will have a greater variety of choices for cupcake liners. If you want to cut down on your carbon footprint and avoid throwing out cupcake liners after every use, try silicone liners instead. These are reusable, so just wash them and use them again the next time you bake.  Always check silicone liners for their intended baking temperature. Most silicone liners can handle high heat, but double check to make sure you don’t melt them in the oven. Don’t use silicone liners over an open flame. They will melt. As an added bonus, you'll also save money because you won't have to buy more liners every time you bake. If you want to add some more fun to your cupcakes, choose one of the many decorated cupcake liners available. These range from different colors to elaborate designs. Shop around and see if there is a design that appeals to you.  Try to match the liner to the occasion. If you’re throwing a Halloween party, look for orange liners or ones with pumpkins on...

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Найдите такие формочки, которые будут подходить по размеру к выемкам специального противня для кексов. Приобретите формочки из фольги, чтобы защитить пальцы от жира. Используйте силиконовые формочки в качестве многоразовой альтернативы. Найдите декоративные формочки для праздничных случаев. Ознакомьтесь с отзывами в интернете, чтобы выбрать качественные формочки для кексов.


Cupping almost always results in circular bruises. In most cases, the bruises caused by cupping aren’t too painful. They should disappear within three to four days without additional treatment, but they can last up to a week. If the marks don’t fade after a week or get worse during that time, consult a doctor. In rare instances, cupping can create mild blisters. To protect the blister while it heals, use a blister-protecting adhesive pad, called moleskin. Cut a hole in the moleskin so that it’s a doughnut shape, and place it over the blister. This way clothing won’t touch or irritate the blister while it heals. After cupping, it’s important to hydrate to help the body with its recovery process. Have your patient drink lots of cool water. Some people recommend waiting a bit before strenuous exercise after cupping, but some athletes like to do cupping right before a big event. It’s up to your patient to figure out a routine that works for them. Saunas, hot tubs, and sunbathing can make the cupping bruises hurt, so tell your patient to avoid these. Excessive heat can also prevent the bruises from healing quickly. Cupping can be used regularly, but too much can be bad for your health. Start using this treatment only once a week, and increase to a few times a week only if it feels right for the patient. Remember to only leave the cups on for about 10 minutes or fewer during each cupping session. If your patient is an athlete, don’t just use cupping right before a big meet or race. The change in routine might throw them off and be painful. Instead, use cupping regularly, so that the body won’t be too shocked by cupping before a big meet.

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Обратитесь за медицинской помощью, если синяки не проходят дольше недели. Заклейте волдыри специальным пластырем. Скажите пациенту пить достаточно воды и не перенапрягаться физически. Скажите пациенту избегать повышенных температур в течение 24 часов после процедуры. Ставьте банки не чаще раза в неделю.


Curb appeal is basically how your house presents to someone looking at it from the street, and while they enter your property. Repaint the house and its roof if necessary. These often make the older home attractive to buyers. They should be in the best of condition, well painted, clear to the eye and screwed in/nailed on/glued in place, etc. as required. These feature pieces will go a long way to selling your old house. Accentuate architectural details as much as possible. Use contrasting paint colors, coordinated colors and mute background colors for the items behind the features. Cut away bushes or branches that might be hiding this feature and replace any broken elements in the stained glass itself. People love stained glass in old houses. Does it need new tiles, new shingles or a new paint? Do not neglect this, as it is a very large feature of the house and buyers dread the thought of roof problems, especially in an old house. Ensure that it looks just perfect. Produce a booklet that explains this. Buyers will love the fact that the house has a special history behind it. This house "personality" may be what sells your old house over some other one in the same street.

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Станьте на улице и оцените внешний вид дома. Потратьте небольшую сумму денег, чтобы очистить дорогу от сорняков и машинного масла и убедитесь, что гараж или навес для автомобиля выглядит презентабельно. Проверьте архитектурные детали. Убедитесь, что все витражные стекла ясно очерчены. Проверьте крышу. Изучите историю дома.


Customers are overwhelmed with surveys from pretty much every business out there. If you want to ensure a customer automatically deletes your email upon reading it, fill it with a ton of questions. If you want to keep the customer interested, ask one or two questions and leave it at that. Rather using yes/no questions, ask question that elicit fuller answers. Instead of asking, "Would you recommend us to a friend?", ask "How would you describe us to a friend?" These kind of questions give you more information in the answers than a simple yes/no question. This makes the customer feel as though their opinion isn't just going to some giant inbox, where it may or may not be read or considered. You'll also likely get more candid feedback, if they know you'll respond. When you do respond, be candid and professional. In today's viral internet culture, you can ruin a company's reputation in a second if you respond with anything other than professionalism and sincerity. If a customer has a slow connection, they will likely delete the email immediately when they see it's failing to load. Remember that feedback is often more important to you than them. You want your email to look clean and professional. An email with shoddy graphics or comic sans font is unlikely to impress your customers. Instead, use standard fonts like Times New Roman or Arial if you are unsure of a font, and keep excess graphics to a minimum. A single-column format is more flexible than multi-column designs. You'll also want to make sure your fonts aren't too small. You'll want the email to appear to advantage on laptops, phones, and tablets. With so many people checking their email on their phones, it's imperative that you format your emails accordingly.

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Сначала напишите кому-то, кого вы знаете лично. Напишите специалисту в данной области. Не отправляйте свою работу в первом письме. Объясните, какой отзыв вам нужен. Дайте человеку время ответить. Поблагодарите человека за помощь.


Cut 2-3 fresh slices of tomato and put them on top of the cheese when you make your sandwich. Cook your sandwich normally so the cheese melts around the tomato. Season your sandwich with fresh basil to make the sandwich taste fresh.  Try using mozzarella cheese to make a grilled cheese that tastes like pizza. You can also use diced tomatoes if you want to ensure you have some in every bite. Cut your apple slices so they’re about 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) thick so they can heat evenly. Lay the apples on top of the cheese in the middle of your sandwich and cook the sandwich as you normally would. The cheese and apples will cook together to make sweet and salty flavors. Try using cheddar, brie, or Gouda in your apple grilled cheese to make the flavors stronger. Put a few slices of thin-sliced ham on the bottom piece of bread and then put your cheese on top of it. Cook your sandwich as normal until the cheese melts and the meat is hot. When you finish cooking the sandwich, cut it in half so it can cool down.  Try using cheddar or Swiss cheese for a classic sandwich pairing. You can use other types of deli meat if you want, such as turkey or roast beef. Include tomatoes or pickles on your sandwich to add more flavors to your sandwich. Heat the soup up on your stove or in the microwave and serve it in a bowl with your grilled cheese. Try dipping the grilled cheese in the soup before you take a bite to combine the flavors. You can either make your own soup or make it from a can or box.

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Попробуйте положить в бутерброд помидоры, чтобы придать ему свежий вкус. Добавьте в бутерброд с сыром тонкие ломтики яблока, чтобы придать ему сладкий и солоноватый вкус. Приготовьте бутерброд с ветчиной и сыром, чтобы получить дополнительный белок. В качестве классического блюда ешьте бутерброд с сыром вместе с томатным супом.


Cut a large section of lemon peel. Sprinkle some table salt onto the outer side of the peel. Rub the salted lemon on the stained cup or dish in small circular motions. The acidity of the lemon peel and the abrasiveness of the salt will remove the tea stain. Apply more salt as needed until the surface is clean. If the lemon peel and salt method doesn’t work, create a baking soda paste. Mix together baking soda with a little bit of water in a small dish. You want the paste to be thick enough that you can rub it onto the stained area with a cloth or paper towel. Use some pressure to rub the tea stains out of the dish or cup. After a few minutes the stain can be rinsed away. Rinse the dish or cup underneath some water to remove baking soda, lemon and salt flavors. Wash the cup as you normally would with some dish detergent and water.

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Разотрите пятно лимонной кожурой с солью. Натрите пятно пастой из пищевой соды. Тщательно помойте тарелку или чашку.


Cut a lemon in half and squeeze as much juice as possible from each half into a microwave-safe bowl. Then, pour the water over the lemon juice and stir with a spoon to mix the liquids thoroughly. If you don't have a lemon available, you can use another citrus fruit, like a lime or an orange. Once you've squeezed all of the juice out of the lemons, use a sharp knife to cut the lemon into quarters or eighths. Put all of the pieces into the water, and stir the mixture with a spoon again. This will ensure that any juice still in the lemon will evaporate in the microwave to help remove dirt and debris. Place the bowl in the microwave uncovered, and set it on high for 3 minutes. The water should bubble and boil, and may evaporate out of the bowl. After 3 minutes, leave the door closed so the steam from the water can't escape. If there's still some water left in the bowl, microwave it for an additional 1-2 minutes until almost all of the water is evaporated. Keep the door to the microwave closed until most of the steam has settled and condensed on the walls of the microwave. Then, carefully open the door and remove the bowl so you can start cleaning! First, lift the turntable out of the microwave and wipe it with the towel. Set it aside and wipe the sides and ceiling of the microwave, using the water as your cleaning agent. Don't forget to wipe down inside of the door, as well! The food and markings on the inside of the microwave should wipe off easily.  If you don't want to use a towel, you can use a damp sponge with a scrubbing pad to wipe the inside of the microwave. Remember to replace the turntable once the microwave is clean!

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Смешайте сок из 1 лимона с 1 стаканом (240 мл) воды. Разрежьте половинки на более мелкие кусочки и опустите их в лимонную воду. Оставьте раствор в микроволновой печи и включите ее на 3 минуты. Через 5 минут, когда вода остынет, достаньте миску из микроволновой печи. Протрите микроволновую печь чистым полотенцем.


Cut a long piece of paracord and lay it on your working surface. Place the top of the handle over the center of the cut paracord. You need a piece of paracord that is at least at least four to five times longer than the length of the handle. Any excess cord can be trimmed at the end of the process, so it's better to start with too much than too little.

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Разместите рукоять посередине паракорда.


Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the bottom of a baking tray. Make it long enough so that the edges of the paper extend over the lip of the tray 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 cm). Cut a second piece of parchment paper to go the opposite direction across the tray so that all the edges are covered. Pour the batter in on top of the parchment paper. When the brownies or cake are done cooking, simply lift the parchment paper out of the baking tray to easily remove the baked goods.  For a round cake tin, cut a circle of parchment paper for the bottom of the tray, and then grease or butter the sides of the tin like you normally would. To keep the parchment paper itself from slipping, spray just a little bit of cooking spray or add some grease to the corners. This will make the parchment paper stick to the sheet or tray, and it won’t move when you start adding batter or cookies to it. When you need to drizzle sauces or decorate baked goods with sprinkles, lay them out on parchment paper before you begin. After you’ve finished decorating things, simply throw away the parchment paper. For extra help containing those sprinkles, lay the parchment paper on a baking sheet that has an edge around it. That way the sprinkles will stay on the parchment paper and in the baking sheet, no matter what. The next time you bake cookies, cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the bottom of your baking sheet. Place the cookies on the parchment paper, and then cook them as you normally would. The parchment paper distributes the heat to the cookies more evenly, keeps the bottoms from burning, and prevents the cookies from spreading too wide as they bake. When making muffins, cut out a parchment square for each individual tin. Place a square into each tin, and then press them down with a thin glass, so that the bottom creases around the edges of the tin. Then pour in your batter and cook the muffins according to the recipe. When the muffins are done baking, you should be able to turn them out easily onto a clean linen towel and peel the...

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Используйте пергаментную бумагу, когда готовите торты  и пирожные брауни, чтобы выпечка не прилипла к противню. Позаботьтесь о чистоте кухонной столешницы — застелите ее пергаментной бумагой, когда украшаете готовое блюдо. Застелите пергаментной бумагой противень, чтобы печенье не прилипло. Нарежьте пергаментную бумагу на квадраты со стороной 13 сантиметров, чтобы поместить их в металлические формы для выпечки маффинов и кексов. Сделайте из пергаментной бумаги кондитерский мешок, чтобы украсить выпечку.


Cut a ripe avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop the meat out with a spoon and place it into a blender or food processor. Avocados are full of vitamins and fatty acids. They help damaged hair by making it stronger and resistant against breakage. If you have hair that is fine or shorter than shoulder length, then you will only need about ½ of an avocado. If your hair is longer than shoulder length, then you will need a full avocado. If your hair is long and very dry or thick, then you may need more than 1 avocado. Add 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of water to the avocado. Pulse the blender or food processor on high speed until you get a chunky puree. This will take about 1 minute. If the puree is still too chunky, add 2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 45 milliliters) more of water. Olive oil is full of healthy fats that help nourish and hydrate dry hair without weighing it down. If you tend to get dandruff, consider using 2 to 4 teaspoons of melted coconut oil instead. Dampen your hair first. Scoop the mask up with your fingers, then apply it to your hair, starting from the roots if you have a dry scalp or starting from the ends if you have dry or damaged ends. Massage it into your scalp if starting there, and work it down towards the ends. Or, work it into the ends and work up towards your scalp.  Stop the application a few inches from the roots if your hair is fine. Applying avocado to roots may weigh down fine hair. If your hair is very long or thick, consider parting it into quadrants. This will make the mask easier to apply. Divide your hair from ear to ear and from your forehead to the nape of your neck to create 4 sections. Metal clips can react with the oil and stain your hair, so make sure to use plastic clips. If you want to make the mask even more effective, cover your hair with a plastic shower cap. This will trap the heat and allow the mask to penetrate the hair strands. Do not leave the mask on for more than 30 minutes. It may dry out and go rancid as well.  Start with plain, tepid water first, using...

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Удалите косточку из спелого авокадо. Смешайте авокадо с небольшим количеством воды. Добавьте 1–3 чайные ложки оливкового масла. Пальцами распределите маску по влажным волосам. Соберите волосы в пучок и закрепите его пластиковой заколкой. Подождите 10–25 минут и смойте маску.


Cut along the lines for the size cloak you want to make. If you are using a 1-size-fits-all pattern, then there will only be 1 set of lines to cut along. However, some patterns may include different length options, so make sure that you follow the instructions for the length you want. Make sure to use a pair of sharp scissors to cut out the paper pattern pieces. Usually, you will be instructed to fold the fabric in half so that you can cut 2 pattern pieces out at once, or so you can cut out 1 larger piece along the fold. Follow your pattern’s instructions for how to lay out your fabric. Make sure that the fabric is flat with no bumps in it. If there are any wrinkles in your fabric when you lay it out, you may want to iron it before you start pinning and cutting. Place the paper pattern pieces on the fabric as indicated by your pattern’s instructions. Some pieces can go anywhere on the fabric, while others will need to go along the fold. This will be indicated on the paper pattern pieces with arrows and text. However, you should also check your pattern’s instructions to be sure. If you are using satin or silk fabric, use ballpoint pins or paper weights to keep the pattern pieces in place. Regular pins may damage the fabric. Use a sharp pair of scissors to cut the fabric along the edges of the pattern pieces. Follow the edges of the pattern pieces closely to ensure that you get the proper shape and size. Try to avoid making any jagged cuts in the fabric as well. Make sure to cut out any notches that are printed on the pattern. These are important for lining up your fabric pieces to sew them together.

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Вырежьте детали бумажной выкройки. Разложите ткань на ровной поверхности так, как указано в инструкции. Приколите детали выкройки к ткани портновскими булавками. Выкроите детали из ткани.


Cut long triangles from a piece of white printing paper. The base of the triangle will be the width of the bead and the longer the triangle is, the fatter the bead will become. 1-inch by 4-inch (2.5cm x 10cm) triangles will make slender 1-inch (2.5cm) beads, whereas 1/2-inch by 8-inch (1.27cm x 20cm) triangles would create fat 1/2-inch (1.27cm) beads. Cut accordingly. Draw on each cut-out with markers, pencils, or pens. Since the triangle will eventually be rolled onto itself, only the outermost edges and the last inch or two of the tip of the paper will be visible; these are the areas where you should focus your design. Play around with a few colors and design combinations as you go to see what looks best.  Color the tip of the triangle red and then alternate 1-inch (2.5cm) strips of orange and red marker down the outside edges; this would create a bead with a red center surrounded by orange and red stripes. Color the tip of the triangle black, move down an inch, draw 1-inch (2.5cm) black strips on either outside edge, move down an inch, and repeat; this would create a zebra-striped bead with a black center. Do not use washable markers, especially if you plan to glaze your beads; the colors will run. Turn each triangle design-side down and apply a bit of glue to the pointy end. A glue stick or a tiny bit of liquid glue will do. Starting at the wide end, roll the triangle around itself using a dowel or other slender cylinder. A rounded toothpick or bamboo skewer would work nicely as well. Keep the triangle centered as you roll, otherwise, your designs won’t display correctly.Roll tightly, especially if you want the beads to last. Try to avoid having space between the layers. Glue the tip of the triangle to the rolled paper. If the bead doesn’t stay tightly rolled up, apply another dab of glue. Use a finish like Marvin Medium, ModPodge, or Diamond Glaze. Let it dry thoroughly, making sure it doesn't stick to anything. Try putting your toothpick into a pincushion or a piece of Styrofoam to keep it from coming...

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Нарежьте бумагу. Создайте свой дизайн. Добавьте клей. Сверните бусину. Закончите бусину. Нанесите лак. Снимите бусину. Сделайте больше бусин.


Cut off all long hairs or areas that need touching up with scissors. Hold the t-trimmer with the blade against the skin, and then pull the clipper away at the same angle. Start at the bottom and work upwards gradually - working downwards may cause irritation. Apply a little product and comb the top upwards with a brush or comb.  Blowdrying the hair upwards can also help add volume and shape.  Dab the forehead afterwards with a towel to make sure there's no product left over on the skin. The long hair on top is likely to grow out quickly, requiring regular maintenance to keep it looking fresh.

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Посмотрите на плоды своего труда. Воспользуйтесь  t-образным триммером, чтобы подровнять баки и волосы в зоне шеи до желаемой длины. С помощью помады для волос или укладки зафиксируйте волосы на макушке, которые должны стоять прямо. Подстригайте площадку каждые несколько недель.


Cut off excess length with a pipe cutter or hacksaw. If the rails are too short, create longer runs by using rails with male-female coupling ends. You may need to adjust the height of the rail caps to allow for the height of the chain link mesh, plus a 2 inch (5.1 cm) clearance at the bottom. After checking your top rails and caps for proper fit and alignment, tighten all the hardware. Fill the line post holes with dirt, packing the dirt firmly around the holes.

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Проденьте верхние перекладины через заглушки с хомутами. Вставьте конечную перекладину в заключительную заглушку для перекладины. Затяните гайки и болты. Заполните отверстия для граничных столбов почвой, уложите грунт плотно вокруг отверстий.


Cut off the buds at the tip of each branch to redirect energy to buds on the side of the branch. By removing a singe bud, you encourage the development of multiple buds, leading to a fuller setting of flowers. These buds can either be snipped off with shears or pinched off by hand. June is generally considered the best month for this type of pruning, but any time in the early summer will work. You should not snip buds off during the dormant season since doing so will cut the flowers off before they have the chance to open, rather than simply redirecting the energy. Do not wait too late into the summer, though, because doing so will not allow the buds to build up enough energy for new shoots and buds for the next year.

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Обрежьте бутоны. Обрезайте ваш кизил к началу лета, чтобы стимулировать цветение.


Cut one fresh lemon in half. Squeeze one of the lemon halves over a tablespoon until you’ve filled it. Put the tablespoon of juice into a mug. Lemon juice is high in vitamin C, which may help boost your immune system.  Lemon juice also has antibacterial properties and may help with breaking fevers and relieving sore throats. Check to make sure you didn’t get any lemon seeds in your mug. If you see any, remove them. Put the two tablespoons of honey into the mug with the lemon juice. Honey, along with having antibacterial properties, coats and soothes sore throats. Fill a tea kettle or pot with ½ cup (60 ml) water. Put it on the stove under high heat until it begins to boil. Remove the kettle or pot from heat. After boiling the water, carefully pour it over the lemon and honey that's already in your mug. Stir the ingredients together gently. Allow the beverage to cool for about five minutes before you begin drinking it.  You can always add more lemon juice, honey, or hot water to taste. If you're experiencing an illness, the hot water can help to relax your throat muscles.

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Выжмите сок из половинки лимона. Отмерьте мед. Вскипятите ½ чашки (60 миллилитров) воды. Залейте горячую воду в кружку с лимонным соком и медом.


Cut the contact paper to the length and circumference of the holder. Peel off the backing, then wrap it around the holder. Trim away the excess contact paper at the top, then cut away the charging hole. If you wish to cover the bottom, trace the base of the holder onto the contact paper, then cut the shape out. Peel away the backing, then stick it to the bottom of the holder. Take the holder to a well-ventilated area. Spray it with 1 to 2 coats of spray paint, allowing each coat to dry for about 20 minutes. Seal it with a coat of clear, acrylic spray. Paint the front first, then the back, then the bottom. Place a stencil over the front of the holder. Secure the stencil with tape, then apply acrylic paint using a foam brush. Peel the stencil away, then let the paint dry.  You can do this over a bare bottle, a painted bottle, or even a fabric-covered bottle. You can also paint the designs by hand if you are artistic, or use stamps and acrylic paint. Cut a piece of 2 to 3-inch (5.08 to 7.62-centimeter) wide ribbon long enough to wrap around the holder, plus and additional inch (.54 centimeters). Coat each end of the ribbon with glue or double-sided tape, then wrap the ribbon around the middle of the holder. Overlap the ends by ½ inch (1.27 centimeters) in the back. You can combine this with a bare holder or a painted holder. Paint the holder first, or leave it bare. Next, decorate the holder as you like with stickers or self-adhesive rhinestones. You can also use patterned washi tape if you prefer a geometric design.

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Используйте цветную самоклеящуюся бумагу с узором, если вам не удастся подобрать подходящую ткань. Покрасьте подставку аэрозольной краской в качестве легкого и быстрого решения. Оживите скучный вид подставки трафаретными узорами. Для создания яркого дизайна оберните подставку широкой лентой. В качестве простого шага, украсьте подставку наклейками.


Cut the plastic sheeting in a circle, about 1' wider than the main circle. Wrap the excess plastic over the edge of the circle and staple it down using a staple gun, about every 4”.  If you want, use duct tape to tape down the extra plastic and seal any gaps at the edge. The side covered in plastic is the underside of the hovercraft. Turn the board over so that the plastic side is facing up. Take duct tape and use it to completely cover the roughly 1" sq area at the center of the circle. It should be at least a little larger than the small circle you cut out in step 2 of the previous section. For example, if you just use a 6” diameter circle, reinforce a 1” sq. area of plastic. Use wood screws to attach the smaller circle to the larger circle, at the exact center on the underside of the hovercraft. These screws should be no longer than the depth of both circles. Use roughly 5 screws to get a tight fit. At least 2" from the edge of the smaller circle but still in the reinforced area, cut 6 holes in the plastic. This will let the air escape, creating the cushion on which the hovercraft floats. These holes should be ~1” wide.

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Вырежьте вашу подушку из синтетического материала. Усильте пласмассовую поверхность доски. Прикрепите меньший круг к основной заготовке. Прорежьте отверстия в пластике.


Cut the potatoes so they are each about 1/3 - 1/4 inch thick. Put them in a large bowl filled with cold water and refrigerate them for about 2 hours. Place 4 tbsp. of unsalted butter in a saucepan and heat it up over medium-high heat. Add 1/4 cup of flour into the butter and stir it until it is smooth. This should take about 2 minutes. Add one minced clove of garlic and one minced shallot to the mixture and cook them until they are soft, for another 2 or so minutes. Add 4 cups of beef stock, 2 tbsp. of ketchup, ½ tsp. Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp. peppercorns, and salt and pepper to taste to the mixture. Stir the ingredients together until they have thickened a bit, which should take about 5-6 minutes. You have made the gravy that you will pour over the potatoes. Drain the potatoes and dry them with paper towels before you fry them. Pour canola oil into a pan and heat it up over medium-high heat. Then, place the potatoes in the pan and stir them to get them in the oil evenly, until they are golden brown and fully cooked. Place the potatoes on paper towels to drain the excess oil and then have them cool for about 20 minutes. Place the potatoes on a plate and pour the gravy over them, topping it with 2 cups of cheese curd. Enjoy this dish as a main course while it's nice and hot.

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Подготовьте картофель. Нагрейте масло. Добавьте муку к маслу. Добавьте чеснок и лук-шалот. Добавьте в смесь бульон, кетчуп, вустерский соус, перец горошком, соль и перец. Снимите с огня и отставьте в сторону. Приготовьте картофель. Слейте картофель и пусть он остынет. Подавайте.


Cutting calories and changing your diet is the best method for weight loss.  Cutting out about 500 – 750 calories daily is a good place to start when you're trying to lose weight. You'll usually lose about 1 pound per week when you cut out this many calories — possibly 2 pounds if you are able to incorporate some exercise into your week.  Start by figuring out how many calories you typically eat on a given day. You can use a food journal app or website to get an semi-accurate idea of what you currently take in. Subtract 500 – 750 calories from this number to get an idea of a weight loss calorie limit for you. Note that it's not a good idea to skip meals or eat too few calories each day. This could result in fatigue, loss of lean muscle mass and nutrient deficiencies. Try not to decrease your calorie intake to less than 1,200 calories daily. In addition to monitoring calories, it's also important to focus on a well-balanced diet when you're trying to lose weight.  A balanced diet is one that focuses on each of the food groups — grains, protein, dairy, fruits and vegetables. Each food group provides your body with a variety of essential nutrients to perform the vital functions of life. The number of servings you need of each food group daily depends on your age, sex, and activity level. Eat a serving of lean protein at each meal and snack to help meet your minimum daily needs. Eat a fruit or vegetable at each meal and/or try to make each of your meals half fruits and vegetables. In addition to eating enough of certain food groups, a balanced diet also is one that makes sure you don't eat too much of certain types of foods. Items like sweetened beverages, sweetened foods and high fat or greasy processed foods should be limited in your diet. A calorie-controlled, balanced diet will definitely be key to your weight loss success. Measuring portions will help make this easier.  One serving of protein is 3 – 4 oz or about 1/2 cup.  One serving of fruits and vegetables are: 1/2 cup of cut fruit, one small fruit (like...

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Считайте калории. Питайтесь сбалансированно. Следите за размером порций. Ограничьте перекусы. Пейте только напитки, в которых нет калорий.


Cystitis refers to a UTI in the lower urinary tract including the bladder and urethra. These UTIs are more common than pyelonephritis, which is a UTI in the upper urinary tract and kidney. UTIs in the kidney are much more rare. If you are concerned your child has an upper UTI, take him or her to the hospital. In cystitis, the symptoms are primarily the result of inflammation/infection of the lining of the bladder wall and urethra. This may cause any of the following:  Pain or the sensation of "burning" during urination. Pain felt in the abdomen just above the pubic bone. More frequent urination during the day or at night and sometimes with only small amounts of urine produced. Note that the frequency may be masked by attempts to hold off on urination because of the pain. Frequency is often accompanied by the sudden urgent need to urinate. Urine with an unusually strong odor, or appearing cloudy or bloody. Low-grade fever. Infections of the kidney (pyelonephritis) are generally more serious infections although symptoms, particularly in infants and very young children, may not immediately point to the kidneys. If you think your child may have pyelonephritis, take him/her to the hospital. Symptoms of cystitis may be present in addition to:  A more severe generalized ill appearance. High fever. Nausea or vomiting. Shaking chills. Pain in the flank (the side of the back).

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Изучите разницу между циститом и пиелонефритом. Следите за симптомами цистита, чтобы вы смогли их остановить их прежде, чем они усугубятся. Присмотритесь к признакам пиелонефрита, чтобы предотвратить дальнейшие симптомы.


DBAN is a free hard drive formatting tool that can securely overwrite your data so that it cannot be recovered. You'll want to perform this if you are donating, selling, or recycling your computer or drive to prevent identity theft.  You can download DBAN from dban.org. The free version will be suitable for most users. You cannot use DBAN to securely wipe solid state drives (SSDs). You'll need to use a paid program like Blancco instead. DBAN is small, and will fit on a blank CD or DVD. If you are using Windows 7 or later, you can right-click on the downloaded ISO file and select "Burn to Disc" to burn it to a blank disc in your drive. You'll need to set your computer to boot from your optical drive in order to launch DBAN.  Windows 7 (and older) - Reboot your computer and press the BIOS, SETUP, or BOOT key that is displayed at the manufacturer logo screen. The key is usually F2, F11, F12, or Del. Open the BOOT menu and set your optical drive as the primary boot device Windows 8 (and newer) - Click the Power button in the Start screen or menu. Hold ⇧ Shift and click Restart to reboot into the "Advanced startup" menu. Select the "Troubleshoot" option and then "Advanced options". Click "UEFI Firmware Settings" and then navigate to the BOOT menu. Set your optical drive as the primary boot device. After setting the boot order, reboot the computer to launch DBAN. Press ↵ Enter on the main DBAN screen to start the program. Use the arrow keys to highlight select the hard drive that you want to erase, and then press Space to select it. Be careful selecting drives if you have data you want to keep, as there is no going back once you've started. You can easily erase your Windows installation if you aren't careful. F10 to start the wipe. This will use DBAN's default settings which will securely wipe your data. It will be next to impossible to retrieve data after performing this wipe. The default DBAN wipe will likely take several hours to complete. If you want to be extra sure that everything is absolutely erased, press...

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Скачайте бесплатную утилиту DBAN. Запишите маленькую утилиту DBAN на CD/DVD-диск. Настройте компьютер на загрузку с записанного CD/DVD-диска. Запустите утилиту DBAN. Выберите диск, который хотите отформатировать. Нажмите F10, чтобы запустить процесс форматирования с параметрами по умолчанию.


DFU (Device Firmware Update) mode is similar to Recovery Mode, and many users have reported this working when Recovery Mode doesn't. Like Recovery Mode, you won't be able to create a backup before your iPod is restored. Your iPod will need to be turned off completely before you can enter DFU mode. Hold the Power button and then slide the Power slider to turn it off. You'll need iTunes installed to restore from DFU mode, but you don't need to have synced your iPod with that computer in the past. If your iPod does not have a working Home button, download TinyUmbrella from firmwareumbrella.com. Run the program and click "Enter DFU Mode" to proceed. Count to three out-loud so that you don't mess up the timing. Start holding the Home button after you've held the Power button for three seconds. Continue to hold the Home button after releasing the Power button. Your screen should stay black, but iTunes should report that it has detected your iPod in Recovery mode. You can now release the Home button. Your iPod will begin restoring, which may take a little while to complete. Once the restore is complete, you can setup your iPod as new. If you have an existing backup, you'll be able to load it, otherwise all of your existing data will be lost.

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Используйте этот метод, если режим восстановления не привел к успеху. Выключите iPod. Подключите iPod к компьютеру и запустите iTunes. Нажмите и удерживайте кнопку питания в течение трех секунд. Продолжайте удерживать кнопку питания и начните удерживать кнопку «Домой». Удерживайте обе кнопки в течение десяти секунд, а затем отпустите кнопку питания. Продолжайте удерживать кнопку «Домой» в течение десяти секунд. Нажмите «Восстановить», чтобы начать процесс восстановления. Настройте iPod как новый.


Dahlias grow best with 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight. For best results, choose a spot that gets full sun from the morning through midday. Try to find a spot that will also provide partial shade from intense afternoon light, especially if you live in a hot climate.  If you keep your dahlia indoors, you’ll need to supplement sunlight with fluorescent plant lights. You’ll also need supplemental lighting if you’re starting your plant indoors in early spring. Set the light about 6 inches (15 cm) above the top rim of the pot for newly planted tubers and raise the light as the plants grow. Give them a thorough watering 2 or 3 times a week. Dahlias growing in hot, dry climates may need daily watering. While you should water thoroughly and keep the soil moist, the soil shouldn’t be soggy or waterlogged. Use twine or nylon string to secure the stalk to the stake. As the stalk grows, tie it to the stake in 1 foot (30 cm) intervals. Go for a liquid fertilizer with higher concentrations of phosphorus and potassium. Good N-P-K combinations include 8-24-16 and 0-20-20.  Higher amounts of phosphorus promote blood production, and potassium encourages root development. Apply your product according to its label’s instructions. Flowers last 4 to 6 days, then fade and die. Clip spent flowers as you see them to encourage further bloom production. Remove the bottom leaves by the middle of summer, or around mid-July in the Northern Hemisphere.  Pinch back the tips before flower buds form when the plant is about 16 inches (0.41 m) tall to encourage a bushier growth. Removing the bottom leaves improves air circulation, which reduces the risk of mildew. Dahlias are prone to a number of pests, including mold, earwigs, slugs, spider mites, aphids, and cucumber beetles. To prevent infestation and infection, apply a combination insecticide and miticide every 7 to 10 days once the plant grows to a height of 6 inches (15 cm).  Find a chemical insecticide and miticide labelled for flowering plants at your local garden center. Apply your...

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Держите горшок на солнце. Основательно поливайте растения после того, как росток поднимется выше края горшка. Когда стебель достигнет высоты 30 сантиметров, привяжите его к подпорке. В сезон цветения раз в 2 недели удобряйте георгины. Регулярно подрезайте георгины и обрывайте цветы, чтобы обеспечить здоровый рост. При необходимости опрыскивайте георгины фунгицидом или пестицидом. Зимой храните клубни в прохладном сухом месте.


Daily exercise can help you maintain a healthy weight, lower your blood pressure and can lessen the hardening of your arteries, which can lead to serious cardiovascular problems. Exercise also has a positive effect on your mental health, improves your mood, and boosts your self-esteem. Spend 30 minutes per day walking, swimming or other activities you enjoy.  Including a variety of weight-bearing exercises will help strengthen your bones, while aerobic exercise helps your heart rate and blood pressure. If you’re just starting an exercise practice, check with your doctor for recommendations. As you age, so do your dietary needs. Experts recommend that people over the age of 50 choose healthy foods that support healthy cardiovascular system and avoid hypertension, osteoporosis, and diabetes. A healthy diet is one containing a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, high-fiber foods and lean sources of protein, such as fish.  Avoid trans fats and cut back on foods high in saturated fat and sodium. You might find that you feel less hungry or need fewer calories than you once did. This is particularly true for women. Try to steer clear of “empty calories,” or foods that contain little nutritional value. This includes foods and beverages such as chips, cookies, soda, and alcoholic drinks. . Smoking contributes to hardening of the arteries. It raises both your blood pressure and your heart rate. If you smoke or use other tobacco products, it's time to quit. Ask your doctor for help.  Smoking speeds up the aging process of the skin. If you smoke you’re more likely to have facial wrinkles. Smoking also increases wrinkles and skin damage on other parts of your body.  Smoking increases your chances of developing osteoporosis. If you need help to stop smoking, ask your medical care provider. Your employer might also have a smoking cessation program. Stress is a natural part of life, but if unmanaged it can sometimes become unhealthy. If you feel overwhelmed by stress, try using some calming strategies to help you...

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Не забывайте о физических упражнениях. Ешьте здоровую пищу. Не курите Научитесь бороться со стрессом. Высыпайтесь.


Daily maintenance will help keep old hardwood floors in the best shape. Sweep or dust-mop them daily to remove dirt, dust, pet hair, and other debris. Be sure to sweep and mop in the direction of the wood grain. This helps prevent dirt and grime from getting stuck in cracks between planks. A microfiber towel is also great for removing dust. Vacuuming your hardwood floors will get rid of dust and dirt between the floor boards. Using the bare floor setting will help prevent the vacuum from scratching your floor. A hose attachment with a soft bristled brush is also an effective way to prevent scratches. Only use cleaners labelled for hardwood floors. Stay away from vinegar, ammonia, and harsh chemicals. Spray a small amount of hardwood cleaner directly onto the floor, then wipe the floor down with a dry terry cloth mop.  Remember to go with mineral spirits if your finish is unsound. Avoid using water-based hardwood cleaners on an unsound finish. Avoid using a wet mop and always use as little moisture as possible when cleaning your hardwood floors. Coffee, ink, paint, and pet messes are just a few materials that can cause long-term stains. Wipe up these and other spills immediately so prevent stains from setting. Use a slightly dampened cloth and avoid over-saturating the floor with water.

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Подметайте пол каждый день. Пылесосьте пол раз в неделю. Раз в месяц протирайте пол шваброй из махровой ткани и средством для мытья деревянных полов. Вытирайте пролитые жидкости как можно раньше.


Damaged hair is very brittle, and it needs to be handled with care. If you're rough with your hair it can split or break, and it will look more frizzy than ever. Starting today, handle your hair with extra care, whether it's wet or dry. Here's what to do:  When you're applying shampoo and other products, use your fingers to gently pull the product through your hair from roots to tips. Don't scrub your hair. Rinse your hair with lukewarm water, not hot water. Don't wring out your hair or roughly towel it dry. Squeeze out the water gently, then pat it dry with an old t-shirt, chamois or soft towel. When you wash your hair, the natural oils that protect it from getting dry and brittle get stripped away. Do it too often and your hair will become frizzy and damaged. Cut back to washing your hair only once or twice a week so it has time to recover. After just a week or so, you should notice a positive change in the texture of your hair.  When you do shampoo, use only as much product as you need. A dime-or quarter sized amount is fine. Your hair shouldn't be dripping with soap. If your roots start to look oily between washes, touch them up with dry shampoo. After a few weeks of washing less, it'll take longer and longer for your roots to need a touch-up. Realize that overuse of dry shampoo can dry out your hair and may damage it. You've probably heard that using a hair dryer wreaks havoc on hair, especially if it's already damaged. Put down the hair dryer and let your hair air dry naturally. Get down with your natural hair texture; if you learn to love it and leave it alone, it will start getting less frizzy and dry.  Avoid heat styling tools, too. Use curling and straightening irons very sparingly, if at all. If you do feel the need to use a hair dryer, use the coolest setting that works for your hair, typically finer textures should use lower temperatures. When finished, set the style with the cool shot. Brushes with plastic bristles drag through your hair, violently pulling out the tangles and causing rips and...

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Относитесь к своим волосам бережно. Не мойте волосы часто. Не используйте фен. Используйте расческу, а не щетку. Откажитесь от использования средств, которые могут повредить ваши волосы.


Dampen a cotton ball with waterproof eye makeup remover, which you can buy at your local beauty supply store. Rub the cotton ball back and forth over the stained area of your finger, paying particular attention to the areas of webbing between your fingers where staining can concentrate.  This method is very gentle and best for small areas of staining. You can leave the makeup remover on your skin, there is no need to wash your hands unless desired. Dampen a cotton ball with everyday rubbing alcohol from your local drug store. Rub the cotton ball around the area of staining, taking care to avoid any broken skin. While a little redness is normal in reaction to alcohol, stop if you feel any irritation developing.  Wash your hands with tap water and soap after using the rubbing alcohol. Alcohol can dry out your skin, so apply hand lotion when you're finished to moisturize. If your staining is extreme, dampen a cotton ball with non-acetone nail polish remover. Wipe the area of staining with the cotton ball, applying gentle pressure. When the stain is removed, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water and moisturize.  Do not apply nail polish remover on broken or irritated skin. As nail polish remover is very abrasive, don't this method more than once a week.

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Попробуйте водостойкое средство для снятия макияжа с глаз. Используйте ватный шарик с медицинским спиртом. Используйте жидкость для снятия лака без ацетона.


Dampen a washcloth or rag slightly and try to wipe away as much of the paint as you can. Switch out the cloth as needed if it becomes too saturated. This may be ineffective on paint stains that have been dry for awhile. Soap and water are most effective on fresh paint stains. Use a basic glycerin soap, like dish soap, that will produce a good lather and get into the grain of the wood. You can use liquid or bar soap for this. Keep scrubbing and adding more soap until all the paint is gone. Rub the cloth in straight lines with the grain of the wood to try and get all the paint out of the grooves. Continue to wipe at the spot until the soap suds are gone. You may need to rinse the cloth once if the spot was really soapy. Wipe away as much excess water as possible. The wood will remain damp, and may take up to 48 hours to fully dry depending on the size of the spot.

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Протрите свежее пятно от акриловой краски влажной тканью. Смочите тканевую салфетку в горячей воде и налейте на нее небольшое количество мыла. Потрите оставшуюся краску мыльной тканевой салфеткой. Протрите участок влажной тканевой салфеткой, чтобы удалить пену. Используйте сухую тканевую салфетку или полотенце, чтобы протереть участок дерева насухо.


Data Rescue 3 is a paid program, but is one of the more effective data recovery programs on Mac. If you want a free option instead, see the first section of this article. To install the downloaded program, double-click the DMG file that was downloaded and then drag the contents to your Applications folder. When you first start the program, you will be taken to the main menu. If this is your first time running Data Rescue 3, only the first option will be available: Start New Scan. Click it to get started. Ensure that the card has been inserted into your computer's card reader, or that the card is inserted in a camera and the camera is connected to your computer via USB or Firewire. The SD card should appear in the list of available drives. If it is not available, ensure that it is inserted properly. Click the Next button after selecting the card. You will be given several options for scan types. Quick Scan is your best bet for a first scan, as it is the quickest and still fairly powerful. You can come back and try a Deep Scan or Deleted Files Scan if the first scan does not provide any results. Click the Start button when you are ready. The length of the scan will vary depending on the size of the SD card and how corrupted it is. You can look at the progress bar to see how far along the scan is. When the scan is complete, you will be given a list of all the files and folders that were recovered. Browse through the results and check the files that you want to keep.  Original file names are almost always deleted during a recovery, so you will need to manually rename recovered files. You can preview files by selecting them and clicking the Preview button at the bottom of the list. You can either drag and drop the files you want to keep into any location in your Finder, or by checking the files and clicking the Recover button. You will be prompted for a location to save the files.

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Скачайте и установите Data Rescue 3. Запустите программу. Вставьте SD-карту. Выберите карту памяти. Выберите тип сканирования. Дождитесь, пока сканирование завершится. Выберите файлы, которые вы хотите восстановить. Восстановите файлы.


Dead toenails are often created when blisters (often blood blisters) develop beneath the nail. The blister causes the skin underneath the nail to die, and once that skin dies, the nail separates and lifts away from the toe.  If your toenail has died for another reason, including a fungal infection, there will likely be no blister to drain. Skip directly to the "Removing the Toenail" section of this article and follow the same removal and aftercare procedure. In the case of a fungal infection, visit your doctor, who can prescribe a suitable antifungal cream. Do not attempt to drain a blister underneath your nail if you suffer from diabetes, have peripheral arterial disease, or have any problems with your immune system. These scenarios can result in long term hard to treat infection and wounds not healing appropriately due to decreased immune system and lack of blood flow for healing. In this case, you must consult your physician. You should thoroughly wash the toe and nail area with soap and water. Wash your hands with soap and water, as well. It is critical that you make your toe and hands as sterile as possible before attempting to pierce your blister or remove you toenail. If there is bacteria present, you are placing yourself at risk of infection. You may want to consider swabbing the toenail and surrounding area with iodine. Iodine has been shown to kill the bacteria that causes infection. Wipe a clean, sharp pin, needle, or end of a paperclip with rubbing alcohol in order to sterilize it. Heat the tip of the sharp object of your choosing in a flame until it is visibly red-hot.  To best avoid infection, this process should be done with supervision by medical professional. Any time you attempt a medical procedure at home — even the simplest procedure — you put yourself at risk for infection or making a painful or dangerous mistake. Consider visiting your doctor or an urgent care clinic to remove your toenail instead of doing it yourself. Note that a blunt metal paper clip can be used instead of a pin if...

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Обратите внимание на наличие нарыва. Очистите палец. Стерилизуйте и разогрейте кончик булавки или разогнутой скрепки. Прожгите ноготь кончиком булавки. Проткните нарыв. Позаботьтесь о ране.


Deadheading is when you remove dead flower heads from a plant. This process stops seeds from growing once the flowers have faded. Producing seeds takes up a plants energy that could otherwise be put towards producing new growth. Deadheading also help to tidy up your garden and get rid of withered, faded flower petals. Dead iris flowers tend to turn brown very quickly and aren't very attractive. To deadhead an Iris flower, you can pinch off the spent flower using your fingertips. Alternatively, use a sharp blade to remove the flower. You need to cut off not just the dead flower petals but also the slightly swollen fat bud-like sheath the petals grow from. This bulb-like part of the plant is where the seeds will form. Don't remove the entire stalk of the plant in case there are other buds that have yet to emerge and bloom. Some Iris flowers will fade after a day, but deadheading them can help the plant to form new blooms more quickly, so try not to cut away the whole plant. Bearded Iris may bloom at the beginning and end of summer. Wait until this second round of flowering has occurred before cutting your flowers back. Once you know the flowering season is over, you can use a sharp pair of garden cutters to remove the tough stem. However, do not cut away any green foliage that is still on the plant.  Removing the stem will help to prevent the plant from rotting, and will also help to clean up the look of your garden. Once you have cut away the stem, place it in your compost. You'll notice that there are some varieties of Iris that have pretty seed heads. Many gardeners leave the flowers on varieties such as Stinking iris (Iris foetidissima) and Blackberry lily (Belamcanda) to enjoy the display of seed heads. Just be aware that when you leave the seed heads on, the seeds may spread, causing other Irises to grow throughout your garden. Leaving the seed heads on will make it more likely that new Irises will grow in other parts of your garden. However, be aware that Irises grown from seeds may not look exactly like...

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Зачем срезать засохшие цветы? Можно отщипнуть засохший цветок ногтями. Старайтесь не срезать весь стебель. Имейте в виду, что бородатый ирис иногда цветет по 2 раза за сезон. Если вам нравится, как выглядят коробочки с семенами на растениях, вы можете оставить их на месте. Если вы хотите увеличить количество ирисов в саду, тоже можно оставить семена на растениях.


Dealing with a narcissist on a regular basis can be exhausting and disheartening. If the person is a friend, you might be able to avoid spending as much time with them, but it can be especially difficult if you live with the person or work with them. Talk to trustworthy friends and family members about what you’re going through and ask for their support. Try saying something like, “I think John may be a narcissist and I’m having a hard time dealing with him. If I need to talk sometime, can I call you?” If you’re not getting enough support from friends and family or if you just want a different group of people to talk with about your experiences, look into a support group. You may be able to find a local support group, or you can join an online forum if there are not any groups in your area. Try looking on mental health websites to find local and online support groups, or join a forum on a website, such as Reddit. Having a safe space to vent and share about your relationship with a narcissistic person can help you to feel better in your day-to-day life. A therapist can also teach you tools for communicating with the narcissistic person and responding when they say or do upsetting things. You can ask your doctor for a referral, ask friends and family for suggestions, or search online to find a therapist. If the situation has become verbally, emotionally, or physically abusive, reach out to people who can help you. Call a domestic abuse hotline or call emergency services if you’re in danger, such as if the person is threatening you or trying to attack you physically.

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Обратитесь к друзьям и членам семьи за поддержкой. Присоединитесь к группе психологической поддержки или к онлайн-форуму, чтобы наладить контакт с другими людьми. Найдите психолога и обсудите с ним свои чувства. Если вы подвергаетесь насилию, обратитесь на горячую линию для жертв домашнего насилия по номеру 8-801-100-8-801.


Deauth attacks send malicious deauthentication packets to the router you're trying to break into, causing the Internet to disconnect and ask the Internet user to log back in. Once the user logs back in, you will be provided with a handshake. Enter the following command, making sure to enter your network's information where necessary:  airodump-ng -c channel --bssid MAC    For example:   airodump-ng -c 1 --bssid 9C:5C:8E:C9:AB:C0 Once you see two MAC addresses appear next to each other (and a string of text that includes a manufacturer name next to them), you can proceed. This indicates that a client (e.g., a computer) is now connected to the network. You can just press Alt+Ctrl+T to do this. Make sure airodump-ng is still running in the background Terminal window. Enter the following command, making sure to substitute your network's information:  aireplay-ng -0 2 -a MAC1 -c MAC2 mon0    The "2" refers to the number of packets to send. You can increase or decrease this number, but keep in mind that sending more than two packets can cause a noticeable security breach. Replace "MAC1" with the left-most MAC address at the bottom of the background Terminal window. Replace "MAC2" with the right-most MAC address at the bottom of the background Terminal window. Remember to replace "mon0" with your interface name that you found when your computer initially looked for routers. An example command looks like this:   aireplay-ng -0 3 -a 9C:5C:8E:C9:AB:C0 -c 64:BC:0C:48:97:F7 mon0 Go back to the background Terminal window when you're done sending the deauth packets. Once you see the "WPA handshake:" tag and the address next to it, you can proceed with hacking your network.

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Узнайте, что делает deauth атака. Отслеживайте свою сеть. Подождите, пока кто-нибудь не подключится к сети. Откройте новое окно Терминала. Отправьте пакеты deauth. Снова откройте исходное окно Терминала. Найдите рукопожатие.


Debating on a team of two or more can improve your teamwork abilities. Working with partners provides you with a wealth of knowledge and research you can continue to use in your future debates.   Try your hand at a policy debate. This is a two-on-two format in which your team debates a topic that is fixed by the NSDA throughout the year. This will test your research skills and your overall grit, and is popular with high school students trying to get into competitive colleges. Try World Schools debate. This is an National Speech and Debate Association (NSDA) approved debate style where teams argue three to three. Topics are both fixed and impromptu, and the style is highly interactive, with teams asking questions even during speeches. One on one debate is a great choice for aspiring lawyers and people who prefer to work alone.   Check out Lincoln-Douglas Debates. For this 45 minute debate, you will debate a topic chosen by the NSDA. This debate involves extensive research prior to the debate, but research is not allowed during. Explore Extemporaneous Debate. For a fast-paced and exciting experience, try extemporaneous debate. You will be told your topic and your stance (pro or con) half an hour before the debate begins, and will have to research and form your argument within that time. The entire debate lasts only 20 minutes. One fun way to prepare for a political future (or just interact with many other debaters) is to do a debate that simulates a real political decision making process.   Do Congressional Debate. Congressional debate is a popular NSDA format that follows the conventions of the United States legislature. Ten to twenty-five  debaters participate, and an elected presiding officer runs the show. At the end, everyone votes to pass or block a resolution. Check out British Parliamentary Debate. This format is popular in academic settings and is used worldwide. It consists of four teams of two, two of which represent proposition and two opposition. One speaker represents each team, meaning the actual...

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Подумайте о командных дебатах. Попробуйте принять участие в дебатах формата один на один. Попробуйте устроить моделирование политических дебатов.


Debit cards left with the front desk during check in are a high risk for fraud. In many cases, money illegally withdrawn from your debit account cannot be returned. Fraudulent transactions made on credit cards, however, can generally be contested for a full refund.  If you don’t have a credit card when checking in, see if you can substitute a driver’s license or a similar item for a credit or debit card. Some hotels may only accept credit or debit cards. If the hotel you’re staying it is insistent about holding a card, ask to see a manager. Ask the manager if you could pay a cash deposit as a substitute for the card. Be sure to get a receipt for the deposit. Some hotels may allow you to pay for your room with a Paypal account. In this case, you won’t need a credit or debit card. Some hotels may charge additional fees for Paypal payments. Some hotels may charge a fee for checking out early or late. Most hotels provide general check out information to lodgers on pamphlets or signs in your room or at the front desk. Alternatively, look up check out information online.  The check out policy will vary between hotels. For example, you may be able to leave your room key in your room when checking out. If you can’t find check out info in your room or online, call the front desk. Ask about the check out time and whether there are any penalties for early or late checkout. Different hotels will have different policies about penalties, gratuities, and fees. Look online for a complete list of these for the hotel you’re staying at. Ask the front desk about these for additional information or explanation.  To check for gratuity on the sly, ask for an itemized receipt at some point. Any gratuities should be clearly indicated on the receipt. Prevent double tipping by not tipping when gratuity is included. Some common hotel fees include things like: a minibar restocking fee (on top of the cost of minibar items), a gym fee, holding fees for baggage, and fees for wireless Internet use. If you’re a heavy sleeper, you may want to...

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При необходимости используйте кредитную карту на стойке регистрации во время заселения в отель. Проверьте время и условия отъезда. Узнайте о дополнительных штрафах, чаевых и сборах. Поставьте будильник.


Decide how many apples you'd like to place in your basket and sketch a half-circle for each apple near 1 end of the basket. Give each half-circle a slight dip near the stem so your apple isn't perfectly round. Go back and draw a small stem poking out of the top of each apple.  Draw the apples so they overlap a little and keep in mind that apples near the front of your basket will appear larger than ones that are tucked in the back. Practice drawing apples that are pointed in different directions so you see the stem on some or the bottom end on others. Sketch at least 1 or 2 circles or half-circles for the oranges. If you like, draw a very small circle on each orange and shade it in darker so it looks like the orange's flower stalk. If your oranges are tucked into the basket, make the upper half that are closer to larger than the ones near the back of the basket. If your oranges are placed on top of other fruits, make them completely round. Draw a long curve that looks like a smile and make a parallel curved line about 1 inch (2.5 cm) above it. Connect the ends of the curves to make the stem and tip of the banana. To create a cluster of bananas, draw another curved line so it's parallel to the top line. Then, draw a small square at 1 end in order to make the stems. If you'd rather put the bananas in the middle of the basket, draw a cluster of them in the center. Remember that a cluster of 4 or 5 bananas are attached by the stem. Give your basket of fruit an interesting dimension by draping the grapes from inside the basket over the side. Draw the grapes so they're small and coin-sized compared to the larger oranges and apples in your basket. If it helps, lightly draw the outline of the cluster so you know the overall shape of the grapes. Then, fill in the outline with lots of small circles. To make the cluster look more realistic, draw a thin line between some of the grapes, which will look like a stem that's connecting them. To fill a large space in the basket, draw a large oval for the main part of the...

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Нарисуйте полукруги в середине корзины, чтобы изобразить яблоки. Изобразите рядом с яблоками круглые апельсины с маленькими цветочными стеблями. Изобразите сбоку корзины 1–2 банана. Нарисуйте сгруппированные вместе небольшие кружки, чтобы изобразить виноградную гроздь. Нарисуйте целый ананас, чтобы дополнить корзину экзотическими фруктами. Изобразите на фруктах тени с помощью растушевки, чтобы придать им объем. Сотрите ненужные линии и при желании раскрасьте рисунок. Готово!


Decide if your story will take place in the past or present. Many gothic fiction stories take place a century or even further in the past.  A story about the past can make supernatural events and strange characters seem more real to your readers. Or, you can write in the present but include lots of elements that hearken back to an older time. Bram Stoker includes modern technology and ancient things in Dracula. He describes typewriters and trains, but he also includes vampires and an ancient castle. Settings are important because they help create a creepy atmosphere for your characters. Crumbling buildings, haunted houses, and old castles make great settings for gothic fiction. Your setting should be a place that was once thriving, but has since fallen into decay that feels strange or uncanny to the characters.  The Overlook Hotel in Stephen King's The Shining is an excellent example of such a location. The Overlook was once a gleaming vibrant vacation spot occupied by many people, but now only Jack and his family occupy it.  The mood of the environment will influence how the characters act. Your characters are just as important as your setting, so spend plenty of time developing them. Gothic fictions often feature certain types of characters that may help you to develop your own characters.  Hero or anti-hero. There should be at least one character in your gothic fiction that readers will like, even if he or she has some dark tendencies. Mary Shelley's Victor Frankenstein is a great example of a hero who is good, even though he creates a monster. Villain. The villain in gothic fiction stories often plays the role of a tempter, who leads the hero down a dark path. A good villain should be both evil and fun to read about. Dracula in Bram Stoker's Dracula is an excellent example of an interesting, yet evil villain. He does terrible things (like murdering people) and is portrayed by Bram Stoker as the epitome of foreign corruption that threatened Britain's society at the time. Since this fear of invasion was...

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Выберите время. Выберите место действия. Создайте персонажей. Продумайте сюжет.


Decide what length you'd like the hem to be and mark the shorts again. Shorter hems will produce a neater, more uniform look, while a longer hem will create the appearance of folds. Fold the hem under twice (or over, if you want the folded look) and use a sewing machine to stitch the hem at the proper length. You can also sew the hem by hand, if you prefer. Take care not to stitch the leg opening shut by mistake.  If you don't have access to a sewing machine and want a completed hem for you shorts, take them to any alteration shop to have them stitched for a small price. Place a rounded object in the leg opening and stitch around it to avoid sewing the leg opening shut. You're finished! See how the new shorts look. If the hem is too long or too short, the stitching can be snipped and redone. Experiment with other lengths, hems and styles and add a fresh new dimension to your wardrobe.

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Выберите ширину кромки. Прошейте кромку. Примерьте готовые шорты.


Decide what sort of behavior your want your dog to exhibit while indoors and work toward correcting behavior that doesn't fit with your expectations. If you are consistent with the boundaries you set, your dog will soon catch on. Do you want him to be completely still and quiet in the house? Is it okay for him to bark when he sees a squirrel outside?  Focus on rewarding positive behavior rather than punishing bad behavior. Give your dog a small treat or a chew toy when he is being calm. Stick to your own rules by not rough-housing with your dog or riling him up on purpose. Deciding on a whim that it is okay for your dog to act crazy when you usually discourage this will only confuse him. Although this may seem counter-intuitive, it really works. When your dog misbehaves (steals a shoe, barks, or jumps up on you), he is trying to get your attention. By acknowledging him, even in a negative way, you are reinforcing his actions. Try ignoring him when he does something wrong; this means no eye contact, no verbal communication, and no physical contact.  Once your dog settles down, reward his calmness with attention. This will teach him that it was only once he relaxed that he got what he wanted from you. If you encounter a situation you can't ignore (for instance, your dog has your child's favorite doll in his mouth), get your dog to stop by distracting it with a toy. Once it stops, give it the toy as a reward. Default behaviors are things your dog does when he doesn't know what else to do. If your dog is hyperactive whenever he's not in his crate, this probably means that his default behavior is to run around, jump, bark, or whatever. Work on transforming his default behavior to something that requires being calm (such as sitting down).  This requires frequently rewarding your dog for doing whatever it is that you want his default behavior to be. Use a very small treat as the reward, and give one to him whenever he engages in this behavior on his own. It is okay if you want your dog's default behavior to be...

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Установите твердые правила для поведения собаки в стенах дома. Игнорируйте плохое поведение собаки. Поощряйте спокойные виды самостоятельного поведения собаки. Спрячьте от собаки источники соблазна.


Decide what types of rituals are practiced by the inhabitants of the world. Does everyone celebrate the same holidays or practice the same rituals at home? Are there special, government recognized days in the world? Do certain groups have certain rituals that are private, or considered taboo? For example, you may describe death rituals done at home by the main character that are considered taboo by the rest of society. What are the common ways the inhabitants socialize and spend time with others? Are there large public gatherings or parties in the world? Do the social practices change based on where you are in the world? If so, how?  Consider the cultural practices of the world, which can range from how the inhabitants socialize and speak to one another, to how they dress and act. Focus on the cultural practices surrounding your main character first. For example, in your world it may be customary to greet someone with a hand gesture. This is part of the social and cultural practice of socializing in the world. Figure out if technology plays a major role in your world, or no role at all. Is the world pre-technology, where there is no technology at all? Is the world technology heavy, with all inhabitants using technology of some kind? Maybe one group of people have access to technology and others do not. For example, you may create a version of the iPhone in your fictional world that is connected directly to people’s brains. Deepen the fictional world by coming up with a brief timeline of how the world came to be. Was it formed out of matter in space? Was it a man made endeavor to create the world? Describe the origins of the world so you can then refer to it in your fiction. Include any wars or conflicts that shaped the history of the world. For example, a world war that wiped out an entire species in the world, or a dark period where the world was frozen and uninhabitable.

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Определите традиции мира. Опишите социальные и культурные обычаи мира. Определите, насколько технологичен ваш мир. Придумайте краткую историю происхождения мира.


Decide where you want to position the sequins on the clothing or fabric. Take tailor's chalk or an invisible fabric marker and make light dots where you'd like to put the individual sequins. Invisible fabric markers will wash off in the laundry, can be dry cleaned, or can be rubbed off easily.  Make sure you think about what sort of design you'd like before you draw over the fabric. Lightly press the tailor's chalk onto the fabric so that you don't break the edge for future projects. If you're using a hot glue gun, place a small dab of glue to the back of the sequin. You should use hot glue if you're planning on washing the material and wearing it often. Hot glue may also do better at preventing the sequins from popping off later. Take care not to burn yourself or place glue on the fabric itself. You could also use fabric or tacky glue if you want to apply jewels to a project that won't be handled roughly or washed.  Avoid using white school glue since it becomes brittle when it dries. This can cause the sequins to pop off. Flat sequins don't have a designated front and back, although cupped sequins should be glued on the flat side. This will allow it to catch and reflect more light.  If you find it hard to glue sequins with your fingers (for example, your fingers feel a little too sticky), use a toothpick, pencil, or tweezers to lift and place the sequins. Line up the sequin on the mark that you made and gently press it into place so that the glue doesn't squeeze out the sides. place gently. Hold the sequin in place if you're using hot glue. This will help it set. Otherwise, leave the garment or fabric to lay flat until the glue dries.  Most tacky or fabric glues should dry within 15 to 30 seconds. The glue should be completely hardened before you use or wear the fabric. Let it dry longer if it still feels tacky or sticky. Continue to glue down all of your sequins and make sure they're in the same direction if you're using cupped sequins. Run your hands gently over the sequins to get them to shine in one...

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Разметьте точки крепления пайеток. Нанесите клей на пайетку. Приложите пайетку к месту крепления. Повторяйте процедуру до тех пор, пока все пайетки не будут наклеены. Наденьте или начните использовать украшенную пайетками вещь.


Decide whether you want to plant your vegetable garden directly in the ground or build a planter box to raise your vegetables a few feet above the ground. Alternately, you may want to plant different vegetable varieties each in their own pot. Your decision should depend on the quality of your soil and the tendency of your planting area to flood. If you have poor soil quality and poor drainage, you probably want to build a raised vegetable garden bed.  Think about how big you want your planting bed to be. Depending on the type of vegetables you plant, you'll need to make sure that the box is wide and deep enough. Conduct a bit of research on the types of vegetables you are planting to see how much space they need to grow. Broccoli, for example, utilizes a wide area to grow, while carrots simply need space to grow down. To build a raised planting bed, you can use lumber, plastic, synthetic wood, bricks, or rocks. However, cedar planks are generally recommended because they do not rot when exposed to water. Keep in mind that your vegetable plants will have to be watered regularly, and some weak woods like simple plywood may not last very long when constantly drenched.     Round the top of your planting bed to achieve the maximum surface area for planting. This means that the tops are rounded to form an arc rather than a flat surface. Lay a barrier between the bed and the ground in order to prevent weeds from growing. You can use gardening plastic, a mat of some sort, or several layers of newspaper and/or cardboard to reduce the chance that weeds will grow. Most vegetables require a rich, fertile, fluffy soil to grow well. Use a quality garden hoe and/or a shovel to intensely break up the soil and prepare it for planting. You can avoid this labor altogether if you choose to build a raised vegetable garden box and fill it with pre-mixed, store-bought soil.  Make sure your planting area is free of any rocks or clumps of thick soil to allow the roots to expand and your seedlings to grow into healthy, productive...

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Решите, куда вы будете сажать растения. Разрыхлите землю. Проверьте pH-уровень почвы. Внесите удобрение в почву. Обильно полейте почву.


Deciding which hygrometer to use depends on what you are using the humidity measurements for. If you are just curious about humidity in your home, you can make a very simple hygrometer using the wet/dry bulb thermometer system. If you need to accurately assess the humidity of your environment for preservation or scientific reasons, purchasing a proper hygrometer is a better idea. Consider the following questions before you purchase your hygrometer:  Does it need to survive in extreme hot or cold temperatures? Does it need to run on battery power or will it be near a power outlet? Do you need an alarm to detect if the environment goes above or below a certain percentage of humidity? Is it easy to re-calibrate? Is it expensive? Does it require a lot of maintenance? Is it easy to understand and use? Once you have chosen your hygrometer, you need to pick a good location to keep it. Humidity measurements are dependent on temperature so choose a location that does not experience frequent temperature fluctuations. Place the hygrometer in a location that has a consistent temperature similar to the rest of the room. Avoid placing the hygrometer near doors, heaters, humidifiers, or air conditioners. To get the most accurate readings, you must leave the hygrometer in your chosen location for a few hours so it can reach the ambient temperature of the environment. Taking a reading just after placement will likely result in an inaccurate reading. If you are trying to determine if you have humidity fluctuations in your home, take readings every few hours or days. This will allow you to chart the humidity levels over time. Note that as air gets warmer, it can hold increasingly more moisture. The higher the temperature, the higher the relative humidity. Typically, a hygrometer needs to be calibrated about once a year. Calibration involves comparing the readings of your instrument to that of a calibrated reference sample and adjusting yours to match. Calibration is most important for scientific or research work. In this case,...

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Купите или соберите гигрометр. Выберите место для измерений. Пусть гигрометр приспособится к условиям помещения. Делайте регулярный замеры уровня влажности. Откалибруйте гигрометр, если в этом есть необходимость.


Deck shuffleboard has 2 oval scoring areas, each 6 feet (1.8 m) in length, spaced 30 feet (9 m) apart. There are lines in front of and behind each scoring area; the inside lines are called "Lady's lines" and the outside lines are called "Gentleman's lines.” The disks are the same size as in outdoor shuffleboard and they are marked with two separate colors. The cues are similar to those in outdoor shuffleboard, although the shooting section, or "shoe," consists of a semicircle cut into a rectangular piece of wood. Players may play in teams of 2, with one player playing one end of the court and the other the other end. This is usually done with a coin toss, as in table shuffleboard. Keep going until all of the disks have been cast. Players stand behind the “gentleman's line” when shooting. During play, players can try to knock their opponent's disks out of the scoring area or off the court. Take any disks that fail to cross the Lady's line off the court. Tally up the points after all players have cast their disks. Disks score points according to where in the scoring area they land, as long as they are completely inside that scoring area. The center of the scoring area consists of 9 squares labeled with the numbers 1 through 9, arranged in the format of a magic square; any line of 3 numbers adds to 15. The semicircle furthest from the players scores 10 points for any disk landing in it, while the semicircle nearest the players deducts 10 points for any disk landing in it. Whichever side reaches a score of either 50 or 100 first, wins.

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Соберите игроков у площадки для игры в шаффлборд. Раздайте каждой стороне по 4 деревянных диска и клюшку. Определите, кто начинает первым. Игроки должны по очереди запускать свои диски по площадке, пока все диски не будут разыграны. Зарабатывайте очки. Запускайте диски по очереди с каждой стороны площадки, пока какая-либо из сторон не выиграет.