Article in English: Descriptions can be as long or as short as they need to be to accomplish your goal, but those goals are different for each writer. Both examples above are introducing the person, but that isn't always the case.  Word choice is important. It will be different depending on the person. In the above Tolkien description the pipe and the "dark-green cloth" are clues that this character is not the bad guy he might be presented as. Think about what you are trying to invoke with your description. Another example of word choice: "Rose was waiting on a bank of seats in the foyer, and for a split second Laurel saw her as one might a stranger. She was wrapped in a purple crocheted shawl that gathered at the front in a pink bow, and her wild hair, silver now, was roped in a loose plait over one shoulder. Laurel suffered a pang of almost unbearable affection when she noticed the bread tie holding her sister's plait together." This passage describes both Rose and Laurel, but gives the reader Laurel's thoughts. It shows Laurel loves her sister (and not just that, but that a certain trait of her sister's draws out that love), it shows that she is feeling removed from her family. It also paints Rose as absentminded, and feminine. She uses a bread tie for her hair, she wears a purple crocheted shawl. The chosen words evoke this description. Don't feel you have to describe every last detail of the person. You want to be specific enough to give your reader something to imagine, while still leaving much of that imagining up to your reader.   Hemingway's short description in this example works to both describe Catherine, and the narrator's interest in her: "She had wonderfully beautiful hair and I would lie sometimes and watch her twisting it up in the light that came in the open door and it shone even in the night as water shines sometimes just before it is really daylight."  A good rule of thumb for writing descriptions is using no more than three of the five senses. So if you've evoked sight and sound and smell, it's not...

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Решите, как вы будете использовать ваше описание. Не нужно вдаваться в излишние подробности. Нужно описать, а не рассказать.


Article in English: Desensitize, or expose your dog to an ultra-low level of the fearful situation. Do this to show him that nothing bad happens. For example, if your dog is afraid of the vet, walk your dog past the vet's office and get him used to sitting by the entrance. Reward good behavior with a treat and lots of attention before continuing on a fun walk. This way, your dog has positive associations with a previously stressful place. You'll need to take this slowly, gradually exposing him from weeks to months and increasing the level of the threat. Once your dog becomes comfortable with a low-level situation, move on to a more stressful situation. For example, take your dog into the waiting room of the vet. If he goes in comfortably, reward him with treats. Do this a few times before adding a new step to the routine. You might take your dog in and sit down for a while. Again, reward calm behavior. You can start extending the period of time you spend there to make your dog more comfortable. These small visits will expose your dog to what he fears. Eventually, he'll build positive associations with going into the vet's. Some dogs might be more fearful of sounds or surprises. In these cases, have your dog face his fears. For example, if your dog is afraid of fireworks, play a recording of firework noise very quietly and reward your dog for good behavior. Gradually increase the volume over a length of time. If your dog seems distressed, go back a few levels and start again. The same principle can be applied to pretty much anything. If your dog is afraid of other dogs, have a plastic dog set in the distance and reward your dog's calm behavior. Or, if your dog is afraid of riding in the car, start by feeding him in the stationary car. Create positive associations.

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Поставьте собаку в незначительную стрессовую ситуацию. Переходите к более пугающим ситуациям. Дайте собаке напрямую встретиться с тем, что ее пугает.


Article in English: Design your wardrobe (especially if on a budget) to have a lot of stuff that matches (or doesn't--if that's your style). Prepare your outfits the night before. Not only does this save time, it allows you to put more thought into what you're wearing, giving the impression that you're cool and composed in all decisions stylish. Know the color wheel. A quick Google search for matching colors and patterns will reveal all sorts of informative sources regarding how to match. Even if you're looking to dress against convention, it always helps to know what goes with what. If you can afford it, try and go in on some high quality (do your research) items which can serve as foundations for your wardrobe. Shoes should be on the top of this list; no other item in your wardrobe will be used as much with as much wear and tear.  Be sure it fits. Most clothing stores (note: not stores that also sell clothes) will have staff trained to measure your size and help you pick out items to match. You could buy the most expensive clothing and it would still look awful if none of it fit. Don't skimp on underwear. It may be tempting to save money on the piece of clothing least seen, but good fitting, high quality underwear lasts long and contributes to well-fitting pants. If you can afford it, try and build a relationship with a reliable alterations tailor as well as dry cleaner. Having one or both goes a long way towards making quality clothing last as long as it can. Browse regularly, buy rarely. Always know what's available, whether in stores or in shops online. It helps to know all of your options before making a choice. At the core of your wardrobe should be versatile pieces, available for many different occasions. This saves a tremendous amount of trouble when it comes to crafting your outfits, as beginning the process will be as simple as choosing a piece to build on.  Own a pair of shoes for every occasion. This will probably mean at least three: one casual (not running shoes), one semi-formal, and one formal. For the latter...

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Покупайте одежду для образов. Покупайте качественные вещи. Купите базовые вещи.


Article in English: Designate a consistent location that homework will be done. This environment should be free from distractions, so their bedroom may not be the best choice. Make sure that all electronics are turned off or put on silent. Also, be sure that any family members, including younger siblings, give the teenager the quiet time that they need. Doing homework at the kitchen table or a desk in the office or living room will provide them with enough space to complete their work. Children thrive when they have a routine. Pick a time each day that your teenager does homework. You might consider including your teenager in this decision. Estimate the amount of time that they need to complete their homework. Be sure to consider regularly scheduled activities like ball practice or church functions. For example, your teen has baseball practice immediately following school. He doesn’t get home until 5:00. Your family eats dinner at 6:00. So, the best time for him to complete his homework is at 7:00. If your teenager has trouble remembering everything that they need to do, make sure that they have the tools that they need to help them remember all of their tasks and assignments. Provide them with a planner, post-it notes, highlighters, or other organizational tools. These tools will also help them manage their time to ensure that they complete their tasks on time. Parents often help their children with their homework. However, as your child gets older you may find that they need help with a subject that surpasses your knowledge. If you feel uncomfortable or incapable of providing your teen with assistance on a particular subject, consider hiring a tutor. A tutor can provide your teen extra, one-on-one assistance in a subject to increase their knowledge and help them achieve a good grade. A tutor may also help your child comprehend a subject by teaching them a number of techniques that the teacher has not covered. Ask your child’s teacher for recommendations on a good tutor in your area. Get involved in helping your child study and...

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Создайте надлежащую обстановку. Установите постоянное время для выполнения домашней работы. Предоставьте подростку необходимые приспособления, чтобы он оставался собранным и организованным. Найдите репетитора. Сделайте обучение веселым.


Article in English: Designate a separate binder or notebook specifically for math class (one binder or notebook per class if you’re taking multiple math classes). Set up a section for in-class notes, a section for reading notes, and a section for homework. Set aside time in your schedule for math homework and study. Otherwise you may be tempted to procrastinate, find yourself getting behind, or end up studying at inopportune times (like when you’re tired or rushed).  Make time each day to work on math. Even if you don’t have a homework assignment every day, set aside at least 15 minutes to spend working on sample problems and reviewing your notes. Studying every day will help cement your math knowledge in place and make it easier to access when you need it. At the university level, you can plan to need approximately 2-4 hours of studying per week for each hour of class instruction. Remember that studying math, unlike some other subjects, is about doing math, so your study/practice time is the most important to your success. Read ahead in the book to the chapter that will be covered in the next class. Knowing the main idea and general precepts of the chapter before going to class will help you better understand and keep up with the material in class. Read back through the notes from the previous class before your next class so you’ll be up to date and prepared for the new material. Reading your previous notes will help you make necessary connections between the old and new material and give you a more solid foundation on which to build new skills.

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Заведите отдельную тетрадь или папку для занятий по математике (отдельную тетрадь для алгебры, отдельную для геометрии и так далее). Отведите время на занятия по математике в своем ежедневном графике. Заранее читайте материал (главы в учебнике), который вы собираетесь проходить в классе/аудитории. Перед занятиями просмотрите свои записи в тетради, чтобы освежить в памяти предыдущий материал и быть готовым к изучению нового.


Article in English: Designate a study space, and keep it clean and pleasant. If you like sitting there, you'll enjoy your homework time more. Make it a habit to get your homework done at the same time every day. For instance, you might come home, relax for half an hour, and then start your assignments. Experiment at first to see what time works best for you. For instance, do you come home from school full of energy? This might be a great time to study. Do you come home exhausted and perk up after dinner? As long as you don't stay up too late, you might do better studying in the evenings. You can probably concentrate well for about 45 minutes, but it may be a little shorter. Instead of trying to finish all your work in one go, plan a 15 minute break every 45 minutes. Be totally focused when you do work: if your attention wanders, tell yourself, "Wait till the break!"  Always take your break, even if you didn't get as much done as you'd hoped. Stand up and move around during your breaks. If you need to learn a lot of new material, break it down into chunks. For instance, if you have 20 words in German you need to learn, break the list down into kinds of words, and memorize them a few at a time.  For a big exam, break up the material you need to study and write a study schedule. Try to study 20-45 minutes a day over the course of a few weeks. Never cram for an exam! The night before a test, just rest. Unlike in elementary school, in middle school you will be in charge of working on papers and presentations over time. You may also have tests that determine a lot of your grade. Plan ahead for big assignments by writing reminders in your planner the weeks before they are due. Write down what you need to accomplish each day to be prepared. For a big paper, for instance, you may need to research at the library on one day, write an outline another day, and then spend an hour or two every day for the rest of the week writing the rough draft and the final draft.

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Определите свой идеальный график выполнения домашней работы. Делите свое рабочее время на более короткие интервалы. Изучайте материал частями. Не забывайте о выполнении долгосрочных заданий.


Article in English: Designate one flask to each flavor, unwrap the candies, and drop them in the bottles. Use a funnel to pour the vodka evenly into each flask. Fill to the neck, and securely cap each bottle.

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Разложите конфеты по бутылочкам. Добавьте водку.


Article in English: Designate one person to ask all the questions. This keeps things simple and prevents the ones on the other side from getting confused. However, all players should have a say in questions. Take turns thinking up questions, but have the medium address them to the board. It should be resting on the "G" space on the board to start. Ask all players to gently place their index and middle fingers on the planchette. Slowly move the planchette in circles to let the board warm up and concentrate on what you want to ask.  Rest your fingers on it firmly but without much force; if you hold it too stiffly, it won't move as easily. This could be anything -- a prayer, a welcome, or even trinkets scattered around you.  Have the medium greet the spirits and affirm that only positive energy is welcome. Line the board with jewels or other relics. If you are seeking to talk to a deceased relative, have something of theirs nearby. These should start out simple and progress as you get the feel for that specific session.  If your spirit indicates that he/she is bad, it's best to close the board and resume again later. If you start getting rude or vulgar responses, do not mirror it with your own rude behavior. But you don't start using vulgar words. And don't shout if you get too scared just say goodbye to the spirits and quit. To get the best, most effective results, all players need to clear their minds and focus on the question at hand.  Everyone playing needs to sit seriously and respectfully. If you have a friend who is laughing or encouraging ridiculous questions, kick them out of the room. As the planchette moves, you may want to have one person serve as the writer. Sometimes responses get quite lengthy and need to be worked out. Sometimes this happens quickly and sometimes it happens slowly; once in a while, it doesn't happen it all. But if everyone is focused and attentive, the planchette should slowly take off. Make sure no player is dominating the planchette. If they are clearly the reason it's moving, they shouldn't be...

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Выберите медиума. Положите свои пальцы на планшетку. Проведите открытие ритуала. Задайте вопрос. Сосредоточьтесь. Следите за ее движениями. Закройте доску.


Article in English: Designate your bed as a place only for sleep and sexual activity. Don't watch TV or read in bed. Your bed should be firm enough to give you support, but still be comfortable. Consider placing a few drops of lavender essential oil on or near your pillow to create a calm, relaxing environment.  While specific sleep disorders are treated differently, good sleep hygiene can improve anyone's sleep (even people without a sleep disorder). Reduce the light in your room with blackout curtains, removing sources of ambient light and possibly wearing a sleep mask. Keep your room at a comfortable temperature. It is recommended you keep your room at about 65°F (18.3°C) when sleeping.  Use a fan, earplugs, or a sound machine to neutralize any disruptive sounds that might wake you up. Keep the use of electronic devices, such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and TV, to a minimum in the evening. These devices emit something called blue light, which can make it difficult for you to fall asleep. Start winding down before you go to bed. Avoid eating within two hours of going to bed and don't drink coffee (especially after noon), caffeinated drinks, or alcohol. These can keep you awake or cause discomfort that prevents you from sleeping. You should also avoid strenuous exercise at night. If you're taking any medications, talk with your doctor to determine if any are causing sleep issues.  Always tell your physician if you're using herbs and supplements. These can interact with prescription medicines. Instead of strenuous evening exercise, go for walks, do weight training, or simply stretch. Save the strenuous activity for the morning or afternoon. Try not to go to bed when you're stressed out. Try writing out your thoughts in a journal and tell yourself you'll deal with the issue in the morning. Help your body develop consistent sleep habits by going to bed and waking at the same time every day. While this may be hard if you have a flexible work schedule, your body will begin to expect sleep at consistent intervals. You can be a...

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Создайте в спальне расслабляющую обстановку. Воздерживайтесь перед сном от стимулирующих средств и стресса. Каждый вечер ложитесь спать в одно и то же время. Попробуйте заниматься прогрессивной мышечной релаксацией. Практикуйте позитивную визуализацию.


Article in English: Designed to allow passengers to view the water below them, the boats often tour reefs, shipwrecks, or other hotbeds of aquatic activity. Tours on these boats can be relatively affordable in comparison to other underwater exploration methods, and operate in many coastal cities and natural springs. While this isn't a repeatable option for most (outside of buying a DVD of The Hunt for Red October) seeing as personal luxury subs start at around $600,000, both military and civilian submersible vehicles routinely patrol and investigate the briny depths.  Tours of non-operational military subs are possible for a window into that underwater world, however, and companies in vacation destinations often offer submarine trips to tourists. When discussing submersible platforms, HOVs are human operated vehicles, and ROVs are remotely operated vehicles. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's website contains information detailing multiple submersibles researchers use today (both HOV and ROV), including a model named “Alvin” that's been in use since 1964! Combing the shoreline for seashells, sand dollars, and sharks' teeth allows us a unique, surface-dweller's peek under the sea. It's a little eerie when you think about it, considering the majority of what washes up is dead or dying, but humanity has learned much of the sea by what's washed ashore. Indeed, until the last century, that's how we gathered most of our knowledge about the ocean.  A living, adult giant squid wasn't even able to be photographed until 2012. We only knew of its existence by pieces of the squid that became stranded on the beach, or by finding them in the bellies of sperm whales that themselves had washed ashore.  (As stirring as it may be, anecdotal evidence presented by ancient mariners is, unfortunately, not considered proof.) Strolls along the beach anywhere can yield once-in-a-lifetime encounters with the unfamiliar. Residents of Oxnard, California, along with other cities along North America's pacific coast were acquainted with a...

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Покатайтесь на лодке со стеклянным дном. Погрузитесь в глубины океана на субмарине. Прогуляйтесь по береговой линии.


Article in English: Designing your invitations should ideally be done after you have taken steps in planning your actual wedding. For the best looking invitations, choose colors that match the rest of your wedding décor.  Limit your invitation colors to 3 at most. This will keep the invitation from looking overwhelming or busy. Use at least one neutral or base color. Typically white or cream is used for this, but any light color can be the base. Then, you can use 1-2 additional bright or rich colors to compliment it. Make sure that you use a contrasting color for the background/text so that it is easy to read everything on your invitation. Keep the same colors for the invitation, save the date, and RSVP card. You want all the sections of your invitation to flow, not to clash with each other. Choose what parts of your invitation will be in each color. This includes the background, the text, and any additional design elements you add. Before you start adding text and images to your invitation, you must first choose a background. If your invitation text is formal, consider having a classic neutral background. Informal text can match well with quirky, fun background patterns or images.  If you want to have a solid color background, decide on the color scheme. Will you have a single color, or use an ombre effect to fade two or more colors together? Consider using a pattern or image as the background. Although you have to slightly amend the area where the text will be placed, using a patterned background is an easy way to add interest to your invitation. Remember that you can use paper that already has a background image printed on it. This way, you are only responsible for creating the text and placement for your invite, and choosing a patterned paper that you want. You can give the illusion of a background image by using textured (rather than patterned) paper. If you want to include pictures or images for your invitation, brainstorm a couple options. If you don't feel confident with your skills in this area, consider asking an...

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Подберите сочетание цветов. Подберите дизайн фона. Выберите изображения. Отформатируйте текст. Подумайте и о других возможных дополнительных элементах. Выберите конверт. Создайте макет вашего приглашения. Сохраните окончательную версию приглашения.


Article in English: Desperation is a common reason behind many thefts. A person may not have a job or source of income or have insufficient means to provide for their family. As a result, the person steals to feed children or provide shelter. Being in the wrong crowd can also prompt someone to develop a habit of stealing. In such cases, the value of the stolen item may not matter as much as the thrill of taking something and potentially getting away with it. This type of stealing is very common in teens who are susceptible to peer pressure. They may do it to look cool or be accepted by a group of peers. A teenager or person who has difficulty seeing the "bigger picture" may steal without really thinking through their impulsive action might affect someone in the future. The person is not pathological — they are capable of empathy — but in the moment they may act without thinking how stealing will hurt the person or business from which they are stealing. If confronted or asked to think through their actions, this person probably would not steal. In some cases, a person who has suffered an early attachment loss or trauma may steal to compensate. These individuals’ basic emotional needs are not being met. In an attempt to fill an emotional hole left behind by a parent or caregiver, the child may compulsively steal to resolve feelings of deprivation. Unfortunately, the stealing does not resolve the issue, so the individual steals more and more. Unfortunately, some thefts occur simply because the person has the opportunity. Maybe they get a sense of excitement from taking what’s not theirs. Perhaps they see it as a challenge. They may steal out of greed when they already have plenty.

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Некоторые люди воруют, чтобы удовлетворить базовые потребности. Кражи происходят под влиянием сверстников. Недостаток сочувствия. Эмоциональная пустота. Некоторые крадут просто при удобной возможности.


Article in English: Despite its own smell, the acid in vinegar is one of the most potent smell-removing agents. Additionally, as it dries the smell of vinegar dissipates quickly.  Make sure the dishwasher is empty when you attempt to clean it in this way. If you don't like the smell of vinegar, add a few drops of an essential oil to the vinegar. The vinegar will be blasted all over the interior of the dishwasher, and that is precisely the intention. The acids in the vinegar will help break down any residues that remain in the interior of your dishwasher. Baking soda is another well-known odor neutralizer, and following the vinegar shower with a rinse of baking soda has become a popular (and organically approved) solution to cleaning and smell-removal problems. This time the dishwasher should be run one of the shortest cycles available, and in order to dissolve all of the baking soda the water should be the hottest it can be. After this, the dishwasher should be clean and fresh smelling.

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Поставьте один стакан (60 мл) дистиллированного белого уксуса на верхнюю решетку посудомоечной машины. Включите посудомоечную машину на полный цикл. Высыпьте стакан пищевой соды на дно посудомоечной машины. Снова включите посудомоечную машину.


Article in English: Despite its similar name, a hard reset has very different effects than a soft reset. Hard resets restore your phone to its factory state. This means that all of your personal data, including your apps, messages, and contacts, are deleted and your phone becomes essentially a "blank slate." For these reasons, it's generally a good idea to perform a hard reset only when a major problem makes it necessary.  Situations that might call for a hard reset include: You experience frequent errors that don't seem to get better with other fixes Your phone's software is corrupted Your phone is infested with viruses or malicious applications you can't seem to get rid of There's no "coming back" from a hard reset, so it's vital that you prepare by making a backup copy of any important files, images, or documents on your phone that you want to keep. Once you perform your hard reset, it's unlikely that you'll be able to get them back. In addition, you'll want to make sure your battery is at least most of the way charged — running out of battery in the middle of the hard reset process can lead to serious errors. There are several ways to hard reset your Galaxy Ace. The first is probably the simplest — simply go into your phone's settings menu (the icon looks like a silver gear), then tap the "User and backup" or "Backup and reset" option, then finally tap "Factory data reset." You'll be asked to confirm your choice.  To recap, the menu options you need to choose are: Settings (looks like a metal gear) User and backup/Backup and reset (name may vary based on the version of your phone's software) Factory data reset Confirm your choice Another way to perform a hard reset on your phone is to type this code into your phone exactly as you would if you were dialing a phone number. Hit the "call" button to start the hard reset process. Note that you should not get a confirmation message with this method. One final way to perform a hard reset is to hold these three buttons while the phone is powered off. Release these buttons when the...

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Откат к заводским настройкам — средство на крайний случай. Зарядите батарею и сделайте копию всех важных данных. Выберите в настройках пункт «Сброс к заводским настройкам» ("Factory data reset"). Как вариант, введите код *2767*3855#. Есть и третий способ: Из меню восстановления выберите пункт «Удаление данных/откат к заводским настройкам» “Wipe data/factory reset”. Дождитесь окончания отката к заводским настройкам.


Article in English: Despite popular misconceptions, all types of pepper are considered a "low acid" food, and cannot be preserved with water-bath canning unless an acid, typically vinegar, is added to the peppers. However, the vinegar's pickling effect creates a flavor that many people enjoy. This method is also one of the best ways to retain most of the peppers' crunchy texture.   Note: Because this process can be complicated, reading all the instructions is recommended before you begin. A water-bath canner will make this easier. If you have a pressure canner, see tips for a way to preserve peppers without pickling first. Put sturdy, undamaged canning jars and lids through a hot dishwasher cycle, or place them in a pot of water and simmer, below boiling point, on the stovetop. This helps keep the jars clean, and prevents them from shattering when boiling water is poured into them. You'll need tongs to remove jars and lids from hot water. Peppers should be prepared for preservation by washing them, removing the stems and seeds, and cutting them to the size you wish. Using larger jars or non-canning jars may be unsafe for this recipe. Leave about 1/2–1 inch (1.25–2.5 cm) of head space at the top of each jar. About 1 lb (0.45 kg) of peppers is typically required for each 1 pint (475 mL) jar. Vinegar can be used as a preserving fluid for peppers, provided it's the correct type of vinegar. Try to use a high-quality vinegar with at least a 5% acetic acid content (or 50-grain strength).). Avoid using homemade vinegar unless you can be sure it meets this level of acidity. Clear liquors will preserve the original color of the pepper, while cider and wine vinegars can darken the peppers but will otherwise work just as well. A typical canning bath batch of nine pint jars (or nine 500 mL jars) requires at least 9 cups (or 2250 mL) solution. At least 1/3 of the solution should be vinegar to safely preserve the pickles, but the other ingredients are up to your taste preferences. Here are two suggestions:  For bell peppers, use 3 cups (700...

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Следуя этим инструкциям, вы сможете сделать высококачественные консервированные перцы, которые сможете хранить до двух лет. Промойте и нагрейте банки и крышки. Вымойте перцы и подготовьте их для консервирования. Возьмите чистые банки объемом 500 мл или меньше и заполните их кусочками перцев. Возьмите столовый уксус. Смешайте укусу, воду и дополнительные ингредиенты. Доведите раствор до кипения. Налейте горячий маринад в банки с перцами, так чтобы перцы были полностью покрыты рассолом. Вытрите и закройте банки. Поставьте банки на решетку в кастрюлю с горячей водой. Вы должны знать, как именно нужно нагревать банки. Остудите банки.


Article in English: Despite the all-in-one rocket ships popular in science fiction stories, going to the moon is a mission best broken into separate parts: achieving low-Earth orbit, transferring from Earth to lunar orbit, landing on the moon, and reversing the steps to return to Earth.  Some science fiction stories that depicted a more realistic approach to going to the moon had astronauts going to an orbiting space station where smaller rockets were docked that would take them to the moon and back to the station. Because the United States was in competition with the Soviet Union, this approach was not adopted; the space stations Skylab, Salyut, and the International Space Station were all put up after Project Apollo had ended. The Apollo project used the three-stage Saturn V rocket. The bottom-most first stage lifted the assembly off the launching pad to a height of 42 miles (68 km), the second stage boosted it almost to low Earth orbit, and the third stage pushed it into orbit and then toward the moon.  The Constellation project proposed by NASA for a return to the moon in 2018 consists of a two different two-stage rockets. There are two different first stage rocket designs: a crew-only lifting stage consisting of a single five-segment rocket booster, the Ares I, and a crew-and-cargo lifting stage consisting of five rocket engines beneath an external fuel tank supplemented by two five-segment solid rocket boosters, the Ares V. The second stage for both versions uses a single-liquid fuel engine. The heavy lifting assembly would carry the lunar orbital capsule and lander, which the astronauts would transfer to when the two rocket systems dock. Because the moon has no atmosphere, you have to bring your own oxygen so you have something to breathe while you’re there, and when you stroll about on the lunar surface you need to be in a spacesuit to protect yourself from the blazing heat of the two-week-long lunar day or the mind-numbing cold of the equally long lunar night – not to mention the radiation and micro-meteoroids the lack...

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Тщательно спланируйте все этапы. Обеспечение полета. Определите время полета.


Article in English: Despite the fact that ciao (chow) is perhaps one of the most universally known Italian greetings, it is used exclusively with friends and family who you know very well. Ciao is never used with strangers. You should also never use it with people who are older than you or in a position of authority – you'll be seen as rude.  You may also be familiar with the phrase ciao bella (chow BEHL-lah), which means "hello beautiful." This phrase is typically used flirtatiously, although it may also be used among friends. Be careful using it with acquaintances, however – they might get the wrong idea.  Ciao can be used both when you arrive and when you depart, as a "hello" or a "goodbye."  Salve (SAHL-veh) means "hi," and is generally appropriate in any situation. While many words and phrases in Italian are considered either polite and formal or casual and informal, salve is used in both contexts. If you've known someone for a long time and are very close to them, they will likely consider salve too formal. In that situation, you'd be better off using ciao. Bella technically means "beautiful," or even "nice," but young people in Italy also use it as a generic greeting, similar to ciao. This is relatively youthful slang, however, so avoid using it with people over 30, or if you are over 30 yourself. You'll sound immature.  Bella is often followed by an Italian word that means "guys" or "dudes," such as bella lì or bella zio. No one's going to look at you strangely if you simply say come sta. But if you want to sound a little cooler and blend in more with Italian friends your age, you might try come butta (KOH-meh BOOT-tah), which is a bit more casual. Avoid this type of slang in public settings, such as if you're greeting a server at a restaurant, even if they seem to be around your age or younger. In that setting, this phrase can be considered too direct and the person might take it as rude or even condescending.

Summary in Russian:

Используйте ciao, чтобы приветствовать друзей. Чтобы приветствовать группу друзей, скажите ciao a tutti (ча́о а ту́тти — «всем привет»). В случае колебаний скажите salve. Скажите bella, чтобы приветствовать людей младше вас. Добавьте come butta, чтобы спросить собеседника по-итальянски «что нового?


Article in English: Despite the fact that today's technology is smaller and more useful than ever, we all seem to end up surrounded by stuff we no longer use or care about. It can seem like a pain to take the time and trouble to get rid of it, but you'll be glad you did once the task is finished. Get rid of everything you haven't used in a year or more, unless it was either terribly expensive or a family heirloom. Have a garage sale, use eBay, or simply donate your extra dishes, clothes, toys, books, movies, games, and other items to a charity. Expensive and/or heirloom items you haven't used in a long time should be gently boxed up and stored in an attic, a basement, a garage, or even a rarely-used bedroom closet. One of the most common prescriptions psychologists give for curing insomnia is to set aside the bedroom for sex and sleeping only. By creating a dedicated, assigned space for specific activities, you convince your brain to engage in those activities whenever you enter that space. Take this method to heart as much as your space allows:  Remove TVs, desks, computers, and other such distractions from the bedroom. Store clothes and books there instead. Only spend time in the bedroom when you're changing clothes, grabbing a book, going to sleep, or getting it on. Don't read in bed. Clean the clutter off of your dining room/breakfast nook table. If you don't have a dining room or a breakfast nook, but you do have a table, clean it up. Only use the table for eating and paperwork (bills, studying, writing, and so on). Make a commitment to washing your dishes after every meal. Maintain your kitchen. It's rare that you'll ever make so many dishes in a single day that you can't get them all washed within 30 minutes in the evening. Clean up every day so you can continue to use the kitchen for cooking and not have to worry about the mess. Put time-consuming activities in an office or the living room. Keep computers, TVs, video game consoles, and other such activity items in general areas. Train your brain to associate these areas...

Summary in Russian:

Избавьтесь от ненужных вещей. Отдельные места для разных занятий. Откажитесь от просмотра телевизора.


Article in English: Despite the name, cold sores aren’t caused by colds. The herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is most often the cause. You get it from contact with an infected person’s skin or body fluid. Once contracted, the herpes virus stays with you for life. There is nothing you can do to eliminate the virus, but you can reduce the frequency of outbreaks.   The herpes virus damages your skin as it reproduces. That leaves behind weepy sores that last about a week. Between outbreaks, HSV-1 hides inside nerve cells, so it’s never completely cured. About two-thirds of us have been infected with the HSV-1 virus. Once the skin turns itchy and red, the virus is present and you can spread it. You’re most contagious when the blisters show – especially just after they burst. You can’t spread the virus skin-to-skin once they’ve healed again, though you can pass it through your saliva at any time. The virus usually comes from kisses from relatives or romantic partners – that is, through body fluids. It’s usually present on an infected person’s lip, even if there’s no obvious sore. This is why you need to know how to identify the signs of a cold sore appearance, so that you can avoid passing it along to another person.  Never share eating utensils or beverages with anybody, especially when you have an active cold sore. The virus often lives in saliva, so you can also spread it if you share kitchen utensils or drinking glasses. Never share towels or razors or toothbrushes. Never share chap stick, lipstick, lip balm, lip gloss, lip anything. Avoid kissing your significant other when your cold sore is active. Switch to butterfly and eskimo kisses for a while, until the coast is clear. Oral sex, especially during an outbreak, can transmit the herpes virus from the lips to the genitals or vice versa.

Summary in Russian:

Герпес вызывается несколькими видами вируса простого герпеса (HSV). Примите меры предосторожности, чтобы не распространять вирус простого герпеса.


Article in English: Despite what you think about your teeth, there are always people with worse teeth than you. There may be something about your teeth, such as the crooked tooth in the front, the gap in between the top and bottom teeth, or their color, that you think is so apparent and awful that no one will ever want to look at you. This is usually not the case. You stare at your teeth every day and see each and every imperfection. Most people pay very little attention to your teeth and will never notice the imperfections you see. Even if they do notice, most people won't care. Very few people have perfect teeth. Even if you feel self conscious, you should own your teeth. Present yourself with confidence and a sincere smile and no one will pay attention to things such as bad teeth. The confidence and smile can give a great impression no matter the condition of your teeth. Practice smiling confidently in the mirror. If you are really worried about your teeth, try not to draw too much attention to your mouth. Don't wear bright, bold lipstick or lip liner. This will cause people's eye to go directly to your mouth. Instead, wear clear gloss or balm. This will make your lips look normal and not draw attention to them. You also shouldn't place your hands near your mouth or chew on your fingernails. If you do, people will look at your mouth and teeth, which is not what you want. If you are worried about people paying too much attention to your teeth, trying pulling people's attention away from it. Try wearing mascara or bright eyeshadow if you wear makeup. If you don't, try an interesting pair of glasses to draw attention to your eyes instead of your teeth. Be expressive with your eyes, especially when smiling. Using your eyes to show your emotion not only makes your smile feel warmer and more engaging, it also draws attention away from your teeth. If your best feature is not your teeth, try calling attention to the parts of you appearance that you do like. This will direct attention to parts of your appearance you feel confident...

Summary in Russian:

Поймите, что ваши зубы не так уж плохи. В любом случае улыбайтесь. Не привлекайте внимание окружающих к своему рту. Привлекайте внимание к своим глазам. Привлекайте внимание к другим чертам. Улыбайтесь так, чтобы не было видно ваших зубов.


Article in English: Detach the tank on the carpet cleaner’s front end. Make sure hot water is flowing from your sink’s faucet, then put the tank’s spout under it. The tank will have a line, about ¾ of the way up, indicating how far to fill it. For help locating and removing the cleaner’s tanks, consult your owner’s manual. Usually, all you have to do is lift up some plastic clips to free the tank. Pick 1 of the many carpet cleaning formulas available at any general store. This is a special formula designed to work with the carpet cleaner, so it’s different from a carpet shampoo. The tank will have a second fill line above the first one. Pour the formula directly into the hot water until it reaches that line. Some cleaners have separate hot water and formula tanks. For these, fill the hot water tank full with water, then fill the formula tank to the fill lines with hot water and formula. Find the dial located on the front side of the cleaner, next to the tank. The dial will have settings for light, normal, and heavy cleanings. Depending on how dirty your carpeting is, select the correct setting and adjust it as you go. The tools dial is the large one on top of the water tank. Spin the dial until the marked arrow on it points down, towards the floor cleaning option. Your machine is now loaded and ready to go.

Summary in Russian:

Заполните бак горячей водой. Налейте в бак шампунь для моющего пылесоса. Выберите режим очистки, если у пылесоса есть эта функция. Поверните переключатель, чтобы выбрать очистку пола.


Article in English: Detailing clay (or glass cleaning clay) is an elastic compound which can capture grit and grime lodged within a crevice and pull it out.  If your car’s windshield has any dings in it, dirt can accumulate within.  Even if there are no visible indentations, the fine particulate matter which has accumulated across the surface of your windshield can be removed with detailing clay.  Obtain detailing clay at your local auto care shop. Each detailing clay has specific directions for use.  Carefully read the package and follow the directions. Next, apply an automotive lubricant to the windshield.  This liquid combination will help the clay glide across the surface of the windshield.  The amount of each you’ll need depends on the size of your vehicle.  A bus will require a good deal more water and lubricant that a small car. Grip it in the manner you would a bar of soap.  Keep your middle and index fingers on top of the clay, your thumb on one side and your remaining fingers on the opposite side.  Move the detailing clay through the lubricant/water you’ve applied to the windshield.  The clay should glide back and forth smoothly across the wet glass. Reach over the windshield and place the clay in the center.  The clay should be placed in the center bottom of the windshield where it meets the hood. Bring the detailing clay from the base of the windshield to the top where it meets the roof.  When you’ve completed one vertical line, place the clay at the bottom of the windshield again, but in a location slightly closer to you.  Draw a second vertical line up from the windshield to the roof of the vehicle.  The second line should be parallel to the first.  Continue to drag the clay across the surface of the windshield in straight, vertical lines, moving the rows gradually closer to you. When you feel the clay slow or stick in its motion across the windshield, you’ll know it has encountered some grit or grime on the windshield. Start again by placing the clay on the the bottom center of the windshield.  Move the clay up in...

Summary in Russian:

Купите кусок чистящей синей глины для автомобилей весом около 85–100 г. Увлажните ветровое стекло водой. Продольно возьмите кусок синей глины в руку. Приложите глину к ветровому стеклу, чтобы почистить первую его половину. Протрите ветровое стекло глиной. Удалите въевшиеся загрязнения. Перейдите ко второй половине ветрового стекла и повторите процедуру. Когда закончите работу, вытрите ветровое стекло насухо.


Article in English: Determine a limit for what you’re willing to spend. Don’t get tempted by software you don’t need. You can usually get a decent desktop computer system for under $1,000, unless you need the additional features of a more expensive system. Laptops tend to cost more than desktop computers with equivalent features, but you can buy most for less than $1,000. Generally, Apple computers tend to be more expensive than computers that run either Windows or Linux. However, they’re popular with users who do a lot of graphics work. They’re also less vulnerable to malware. ” Do some research on when computer manufacturers come out with new models. Usually, they’ll drop the price of the soon-to-be old model around that time. If you don’t worry about having the latest technology, you should consider this option. Different manufacturers have different schedules. Some introduce and phase out models throughout the year. However, most refresh cycles tend to fall during these times of the year:  Back-to-school (June-September) The holiday shopping season (October-December) Spring (February-April) Do this if money is especially tight. Refurbished computers cost considerably less (as much as 20 percent) than brand new computers and run just as well. In fact, many refurbished computers have never been used. Buy only from reputable sellers or manufacturers like Best Buy or the Apple Store. Make sure your refurb comes with at least a one-year warranty. If you’re a student, educator, or member of the military, have your ID ready. You might be eligible for a five- to ten-percent discounts off the retail price of your computer. Your student, faculty, or military ID must be current. When you buy on installment, you pay a certain amount up front (about 10 percent) and continue to make monthly payments until your computer is paid off. Ask about interest rates and whether the store finances through a third party. Read the fine print before signing off on anything.

Summary in Russian:

Определите свой бюджет. Ознакомьтесь с циклами «обновления линеек продукции» компьютерными производителями. Подумайте о приобретении восстановленного компьютера. Разузнайте о возможных скидках. Узнайте о возможности покупки в рассрочку.


Article in English: Determine a set amount of time where you will no longer interact with your ex. This includes phone calls, text messages, social media, and in person meetings.  You are not to initiate contact or respond to her at all. This will give both of you space to heal and work out your feelings.  The no contact period is typically 21, 30, or 45 days.  Whatever period you choose, you must stick to the plan. No contact will give both of you time to heal and also give your ex-girlfriend time to miss you. If the relationship ended badly, this period will allow both of you to cool off and work through any negative feelings. Even if you no longer talk to your ex, seeing pictures of her and knowing what she is doing will make you want to contact her.  Constantly getting updates about her life through social media will make things more difficult for you.  You also may find out information you do not want to know such as she is dating someone else.  If you need to unfriend or block your ex-girlfriend on social media, then you should. You do not have to let your ex-girlfriend know that you are taking these steps. Do not post how sad or depressed you are about the breakup either. Since you are no longer talking to your ex, you have time to think about the relationship.  Consider the pros and cons of the relationship.  Think about the things that you did well and things that you did not. Also, think of the things you can do differently if you get another chance with her. It may be helpful to write a pros and cons list down on a piece of paper.  This will also help you think about the relationship. You want to be the best version of yourself you can be.  This will make you more attractive to your ex when you contact her again. Eat healthy and exercise.  Spend time with friends and family who love you. Do activities that you not have had time to do when you were in a relationship such as volunteer, play video games, read, etc.  It's also fine if you do not feel like going out a lot or being social.  Do whatever you need to do to...

Summary in Russian:

Постарайтесь придерживаться правила отказа от общения. Перестаньте преследовать ее в социальных сетях. Оцените эти отношения. Заботьтесь о себе и работайте над собой. Старайтесь не думать плохо о своей бывшей девушке.


Article in English: Determine ahead of time what rewards will be at small milestones of accomplishment. Have frequent small rewards and a “grand prize” for completion. If your goal is losing weight, you might buy new clothes to replace old ones that don't fit anymore at each milestone, and then plan a nice vacation for when you've reached your goal. It can be hard to maintain your motivation and dedication to making a change in your life when you can't see immediate results for your efforts. At each low point, have faith that persisting and being consistent in reaching your goal will pay off in the long run. If you're trying to lose weight and are struggling to keep up with your workouts, just think about how each minute you exercise burns fat and gets you closer to your goal. Fearing change often stops us from achieving a goal. Making a goal sounds good at the time, but then the fear of change surfaces. To avoid this happening to you, realize that your excuses are a way of covering up a fear of change.  Look beyond "I can't" and start substituting this with "I can" and "I am". Identify your excuses for not going through with parts of your goal. By listing excuses, you can see them for what they are and move beyond the fear of change. Sidestep blaming other people or circumstances for not achieving your goals. If you take responsibility for achieving your goal, these external factors cannot sap your power to do what you've said you'd do. Write down the things you do out of habit that distract you from what really matters. Then, list things that you consider to be more positive and fulfilling behaviors and choices you want to make instead. This includes adjusting the habits mentioned in a previous step, even if they were things you once enjoyed. For instance, if are trying to lose weight and you eat out with family or friends as bonding time, either choose restaurants that offer healthy meals or decide to do something else fun together instead of eating out. Everyone encounters occasional outside stressors and events that take us...

Summary in Russian:

Награждайте себя. Напоминайте себе о своих успехах. Посмотрите в лицо страху перемен. Определите, какие пагубные привычки у вас есть. Оступившись, начните заново. Положитесь на свою группу поддержки. Ведите дневник.


Article in English: Determine how fluent you want to become and set small goals that will help you gradually reach your desired level of knowledge.  Small steps are easier to work through. For example, if learning 40 new words each month seems intimidating, tell yourself to learn 10 new words each week. The smaller goal might be easier to work toward. Change your goals if you need to. If your current goals are too stressful and difficult to meet, you'll become discouraged and may quit your studies as a result. On the other hand, if your current goals do not challenge you enough, you may become bored and quit your studies because of that. Practice your verbal (listening/speaking) and written (reading/writing) skills each day. Schedule your practices for one specific time each day, and commit to studying during that time. Tell your teacher, classmates, friends, or relatives about your schedule and ask them to check on your progress. You might feel more motivated to stick to your schedule if you're worried about the consequences of straying from it. Take an actual English class or find a small group of other English students to practice with. Studying the language with other people will allow you to learn from each other.  Formal English classes work well because they are led by professional teachers. Trust your English instructor. Don't be afraid to make mistakes or ask questions; correcting you and answering those questions is part of your instructor's job. When learning English informally, try to work in small groups instead of large groups. Smaller crowds may make you feel more comfortable and less embarrassed. Don't be afraid of making mistakes when you practice your English. If you stop yourself from practicing because you feel insecure about your current skill level, you won't be able to improve. When you don't feel confident, review the progress you've already made with your English studies. By realizing how much you've already accomplished, you might feel encouraged to continue improving yourself. Learning English can be...

Summary in Russian:

Ставьте цели. Занимайтесь каждый день. Учитесь с другими. Сохраняйте уверенность. Поощряйте себя. Постепенно совершенствуйте грамматику. Повторение — мать ученья.


Article in English: Determine how many servings of spaghetti you'd like for each person you're feeding. Most packages of spaghetti will tell you how much of the box to cook to get a desired number of servings. For example, if you're making spaghetti for 3 people, cook half of the box. To measure spaghetti perfectly, you can use kitchen tools or household objects also.  To avoid overcrowding the pot, don't cook more than 16 ounces (892 g) of spaghetti at a time. If you're cooking 12 to 16 ounces (670 to 892 g) of spaghetti, use a 5 to 6-quart (4.7 to 5.6 liter) pot. For less than this, you can use a 3 or 4-quart (2.8 to 3.7 liter) pot. Fill whichever size pot you're using 3/4 full of water. If you use a pot that's too small, the noodles will clump together as they cook. Once the noodles are done to your liking, turn off the burner and set a colander or strainer in the sink. Carefully lift the pot of spaghetti over to the sink and slowly pour it into the colander.  Always pour the hot water and noodles away from your body so the steam moves away from your face. Avoid rinsing the drained noodles with cold water. Doing so will make it harder for the sauce to stick to the noodles.

Summary in Russian:

Определите, сколько спагетти вам понадобится. Возьмите большую кастрюлю и налейте в нее холодную воду. Процедите спагетти через дуршлаг.


Article in English: Determine if a blaster is right for your needs. If your paint covers a large area, then a blaster may be a better choice over a paint stripper solution. One form of blasting is soda blasting, which uses baking soda as the scouring agents. Soda blasting is also much more environmentally-friendly than using chemicals, and will not damage the concrete underneath. To soda blast, you will need a pot blaster. Your local hardware store may be able to rent them to you. You will also need special sodium bicarbonate. The baking powder that you buy at the grocery store is too fine to use in a soda blaster. The proper powder should be available where you rent the blaster, but can also be ordered online. Most standard sand blasters cannot work with soda. You will need to obtain a specialized soda blaster in order to use sodium bicarbonate. Work slowly, holding the nozzle about a foot and a half away from the ground. Be sure to wear a respirator to avoid inhaling particles. Move the nozzle evenly across the painted area to make sure that no paint gets left behind.  If blasting near vegetation, be sure to avoid getting excess particles on plants. The high pH soda can cause browning and death in flowers and bushes. If you have a lot of paint to remove, consider hiring a professional blaster. The amount of blasting material needed and the size of the blasting unit will most likely be far too much to afford on your own.

Summary in Russian:

Пескоструйная обработка содой. Приобретите пескоструйный аппарат. Обработайте окрашенную поверхность.


Article in English: Determine if red and yellow rings are touching; if so, this is a venomous coral snake. This simple color check is the easiest way to tell the difference between a coral snake and a scarlet king snake in the US.  On a coral snake, the ring pattern is red, yellow, black, yellow, red. In the case of a scarlet king snake, the ring pattern is red, black, yellow, black, red, or maybe blue. The venomous coral snake's tail has only black and yellow bands with no red. The non-venomous scarlet king snake's band pattern remains the same throughout the length of his body. Determine if its head is yellow and black or red and black. The coral snake's head is black, with a short snout.  The scarlet king snake's head is mostly red with an elongated snout. People who live in regions where coral and scarlet king snakes are common have made up these easy-to-remember rhymes to help figure out which is which:  Red touches yellow, kills a fellow. Red touches black, friend of Jack. Red touches yellow, kills a fellow. Red touches black, venom lack. Red touches yellow, death says hello. Black touches red, keep your head. Yellow touches red, you'll be dead. Red touches black, eat Cracker Jacks. Red touches yellow, you're a dead fellow. Red touches black you're all right Jack. The suggestions in this article only reliably apply to coral snakes native to North America: Micrurus fulvius (Eastern or common coral snake),Micrurus tener (Texas coral snake), and Micruroides euryxanthus (Arizona coral snake), found in the southern and western United States.  Unfortunately, elsewhere in the world, the patterning can be quite different and no assumptions can be made about venomous or non-venomous natures of the snake without knowing the actual snake's species. This means that they rhymes don't apply to coral snakes elsewhere, nor to the snakes that mimic them.

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Осмотрите кольцевой узор змеи. Обратите внимание, имеет ли змея хвост черного цвета. Взгляните на цвет и форму головы змеи. Запомните рифмы, чтобы научиться отличать одну змею от другой. Не забывайте, что данные правила применимы только к змеям в Соединенных Штатах.


Article in English: Determine if you’ve been tired lately due to lack of sleep or whether it might be a cold or the flu. Evaluate where it hurts. Typical signs of the flu include:  Cough Fever (often accompanied by chills) Sore throat Headache Neck and back pains Runny nose, sinus pressure Sometimes low grade fevers go unnoticed because they can sometimes start before the rest of your flu symptoms (such as aches and pains). And if you feel certain you have a fever, it’s good to monitor it to make sure you don’t let it get too high. Depending on your symptoms, you will probably want to get some over the counter cold and flu remedies.  Early intervention is key to reducing symptoms and feeling better. Some useful remedies might be:  Cough syrup (it can be especially helpful if you’re having trouble sleeping) Pain relievers (this would be for fevers, headaches, and any body pain). Either acetaminophen (Tylenol, store brands) or ibuprofen (Advil, store brands) are good choices. Sinus spray (good for helping to keep your nose clear of mucus) For some people, having the flu can severely tax an already-compromised immune system. An antiviral can help you avoid the worst of the flu symptoms, and shorten the time you are ill. If you have various other health concerns, are pregnant, or over 65 you might be a good candidate for an antiviral prescription, which needs to be taken during the early stages of the flu.

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Поймите, больны ли вы. Измерьте температуру. Приобретите лекарства, дабы унять симптомы. Проконсультируйтесь с врачом по поводу приема противовирусных препаратов.


Article in English: Determine rodent type based on the rodent dropping you find.  Mice droppings are a ¼ inch long with pointy ends, and rat droppings are ½-¾ inch with relatively rectangular or sausage like shapes. Squirrel droppings are roughly 3/8 inch with rounded edges, and can be recognized by the fact that they lighten in color over time. There are two common types of rats.  Brown rats (Norway rats) are particularly common.  Their bodies are 7-10 inches long, they have gray-brown fur, and a tail that is shorter than their body.  Indoors, they live in basements and lower portions of buildings. Black rats (roof rats) are smaller, with 6-8 inch bodies, darker gray or black fur, and have tails that are longer than their bodies.  Indoors, they lives in attics, voids in ceilings, and the upper portions of buildings. Peanut butter is a great option, as it appeals to all types of rodents.  Certain types of bait will also work better during certain times of the year.  For rats and mice, use the kind of food they've been eating in your house as bait. For example, if a rat has been eating your dog's food, use that same dog food to bait the rat into a trap. For squirrels, use peanut butter, nuts, grains, seeds, and tender fruits and vegetables.

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Определите, какие именно грызуны вторглись в ваш дом. Определите, с каким типом крыс вам приходится иметь дело. Выберите подходящую для конкретного типа грызунов приманку.


Article in English: Determine the exact placement of the mantel shelf above your fireplace. Most fireplace mantel shelves are placed 50-60 inches above the floor. When positioning your shelf, make sure to think about the combustible height. Since wood is a combustible  material, there are codes and guidelines that must be followed when placing a mantel over a combustible chamber, such as a fireplace.  If a mantel is 10" wide, the minimum distance from the top of the fireplace is usually 19". For an 8" wide mantel, the distance is 17", and for 6" it's 15".  After levelling the shelf, draw a line on the wall that corresponds to the edge of the mantel. Make a mark in the direct center of your fireplace. You want to make sure your mantel isn't one-sided. The cleat is what holds the mantel shelf to the wall. The mounting board should be long enough to fit the width of your shelf.  Measure the length of the cleat. Then, using that measurement, find the center line and mark that on the cleat.  You will line this mark up with the mark you made on the wall in Step 1. The top of the cleat needs to have an angled edge, not a straight edge. Take a saw and cut a 45 degree angle lengthwise along one edge of the cleat. This is what the mantel hangs on. Dry-fit the angled edge of the cleat into the mantel. Make sure they fit snugly together so that the mounting board will support the mantel. If you do not want to saw an angled edge, you can use a flat edged cleat. Make sure your cleat is wide enough for the mantel to be fastened to the cleat with screws. Dry-fit the mounting board into the mantel. Using a tape measure, measure the length from the top edge of the mantel to the bottom edge of the cleat. Draw a second line beneath the line drawn on the wall from Step 1 using the measurement you just took. If you do not want to measure the two pieces together, measure the length of the mantel and the length of the cleat. Add those two measurements together to determine how far to draw the second line beneath the first line. When you hang a mantel,...

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Приложите полку к стене. Подготовка планки. Отметьте на стене линию планки. Найдите стойки в стене. Прикрепите монтажную планку к стене. Установите полку.


Article in English: Determine what the general field of knowledge you will require to get it answered. For example, if you have a question about your computer, you will want tech experts to help. If your question is related to home improvement, you will want information from contractors. Once you know the general field, look at your question and figure out what niche you fit into. In every general category, there are a variety of sub-fields. For example, if your tech question is about using Windows, you'll want to focus on Windows experts. If your question is about a specific program in Windows, such as Photoshop, you'll want to find Photoshop experts as opposed to Windows experts. Enter in the category you need into a Google search and add the word "forum". For example, if you need to ask Photoshop questions, search for "Photoshop forum". Almost all forums will require you to register for a free account before you can post. beyond forums, you may be able to find more immediate responses by joining a chat room dedicated to your topic. The most popular chat room network is Internet Relay Chat (IRC), which contains a staggering number of chat rooms for just about any topic imaginable. For more information on using and navigating IRC, see this guide. There are several sites that allow you to post any question in the hopes that you will get it answered. These sites can be good for general questions, but you are less likely to get a quality answer from an expert in the field. Take all responses with a grain of salt. Popular sites include:  Stack Exchange Ask.com Yahoo Answers Quora Wiki Answers Every community on the internet has its own style and set of rules (both written and unwritten). Spend some time reading through other posts before making your own. This will help you learn the etiquette for that specific forum. Knowing how to ask your question in a way that fits in with that culture can really help you get the answers you need.

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Разберитесь в своем вопросе. После того, как вы определились с отраслью знаний, уточните тему, которая вас интересует. Найдите форум, на котором обсуждается ваша тема. Найдите чат, посвященный интересующей вас теме. Воспользуйтесь специальными сайтами для вопросов. Посмотрите на стиль общения форума, который вы открыли.


Article in English: Determine what you are afraid of and challenge it. When it comes to being fearful of sex, you need to know what has caused you to be afraid. Identifying specific fears will help you focus on finding a solution.  Sit down and make a list of the things you fear about sex. For example, you may not know how to approach the subject, you might be afraid of doing something wrong, or you're embarrassed of how you look naked. Challenge your fears by listing possible solutions to resolve your fears. For example, if you don't know how to approach the subject with someone, ask a trusted friend how they do it, or find someone who does it well and model his behavior. Even watching a romantic movie might help. If you are afraid of doing something wrong, you need to study the subject and figure out what techniques work best for you. Preparation and knowledge will lessen any fear. The structure and function of the human body have been studied for centuries. There are volumes of information you can refer to if you are unaware of some or all parts of the female or male anatomy.  If your fear is related to not knowing enough about a woman's and man's external genitalia, then it is time to get educated. The female genitalia includes: the vagina, a tubular organ connecting the genitals with the uterus; the uterus, a hollow muscular organ where a fetus grows during pregnancy; the vulva includes all the visible external aspects (mons pubis, labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, urethra, vaginal vestibule, perineal body); glans, the tip of the clitoris that is a highly sensitive organ. The male genitalia includes: the penis, cylindrical mass of penile tissue; the testes, oval, glandular organs contained inside the skin pouch called the scrotum; glans, the structure at the tip of the penis. The four stages of sexual response are: excitement, plateau, orgasm, and refractory period.  An orgasm is a genital reflex governed by the nerves in the spinal cord and is experienced differently by women and men.  Once you understand the basic...

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Взгляните страху в лицо. Ознакомьтесь с анатомией и физиологией. Составьте план действий. Практикуйтесь. Не забывайте хорошо проводить время.


Article in English: Determine where your property line is before you start so that you don't accidentally go over. The best advice is to hire a Registered Land Surveyor in your home state to mark the property line for you before you begin construction. Your city or town usually does not keep very detailed records of your property's boundary information. GIS (geographic information system) maps and Assessors maps are highly inaccurate when it comes to property boundaries. You can search for Property\Survey Pins on your property. These are also located on the corners of a lot. Just because an old fence or other “assumed” property boundary was\is in place that does not always mean that it is correct. Choose a fence height before getting too far into the project. Six foot is normal for a privacy fence, a livestock fence four feet high is usually sufficient, and picket fences are often three feet high. Fence height is important in the early stages, as it determines things like post hole depth. Most cities have a height ordinance, so be sure to check this before you choose your fence height. Place stakes at the corners roughly where you wish your fence to go. Tie a string around the stakes and run the string between stakes. Use a square or square-level to make sure that the corners" where our stakes are placed are squared (the two sides form a 90° angle).   You can also square the corners by measuring the strings. Measure 3' on one side and 4' on the other. If the distance between the two marks (diagonally) is equal to 5', then the corner is square. Measure out lengths of 8' or less along the strings once you've square your corners and stake those locations to indicate the location for your support posts.  You generally want to take the total distance and divide it by 8 but if you have a length of fence that is not divisible by 8, you'll need to break it down into smaller sections. For example, a 24' fence would need 2 middle posts to create the three 8' sections, but a 25' fence would need 3 middle posts at 6.25' for each section in...

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Найдите границу своего земельного участка. Определитесь с высотой. Установите угловые колья. Выровняйте углы. Установите средники. Выройте ямы. Опустите колья. Залейте бетонное основание. Наполните отверстие грунтом. Натяните строительный канат. Прибейте продольные балки. Прибейте дополнительные ограничительные балки. Покрасьте балки.


Article in English: Determine whether the problem is with the belt itself or a mechanical issue with the belt drivers. Making this determination will help you make your next step. If the problem is with the belt itself, you may be able to make repairs relatively easily yourself. Motor or mechanical issues may be more difficult to fix at home. When making repairs on your treadmill, it is very important to make sure it is unplugged so that it does not accidentally get turned on and injure you. Spray a towel with a cleaning solution and wipe down the belt. Dirt and debris can collect on the belt, which can slow it down. Debris can also drop from the belt into the interior of the treadmill, causing operating problems.  Begin cleaning at the top of the belt and tug the belt firmly to move it downward until you have cleaned the entire surface. Be sure to let the surface get really dry before you use the machine. A wet belt could cause you to slip and injure yourself. Adjust the belt so that it is centered in the machine. Belts can stretch and begin to lean to one side after frequent use. You can try repositioning the belt from the outside of the treadmill by pulling gently away from the slanted side. If the problem is severe, a technician should look at the issue. If the belt on your treadmill hesitates when you step on it, you may need to lubricate it. This reduces belt friction and can lengthen the life of the belt. Buy treadmill belt lubricant or any silicone lubricant. Spray lubricant in a thin layer between the belt and the treadmill deck. For more information on how to lubricate your treadmill's belt see: How to Lubricate the Deck of a Treadmill. The speed sensor helps to move the belt. If the belt is jerking or not increasing in speed, the sensor might be dirty or have become detached. The sensor is usually in the interior of the treadmill's bulk, near the belt. Consult your owner's manual for the exact location on your machine. If previous steps do not eliminate the problems you are having with your treadmill belt, you may...

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Устранение неполадок с лентой. Отключите свою беговую дорожку. Почистите поверхность ленты дорожки. Ленту беговой дорожки поместите в центр. Смажьте ленту. Проверьте скоростной сенсор. Замените ленту.


Article in English: Determine whether you have oily skin, normal skin, or dry skin before purchasing an exfoliating product. Dry skin is often flaky or itchy, whereas oily skin can feel greasy or look shiny. Many people have a combination of the two types in different areas, in which case use products for normal skin or products for the type of skin you have most of. If you have oily or normal skin choose a product that contains either benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. These ingredients can help to improve and prevent breakouts. You can also apply an alpha-hydroxy-acid cleanser, which helps remove dead skin cells. Use a product with retinoic acid to balance out skin tone and reduce wrinkles.  If you have dry skin, avoid using the above products and strong exfoliants that contain glycolic acid. Generally avoid any chemical products and opt for physical-based products that are less invasive. Stay away from products that have higher than 10% glycolic acid or 2% salicylic acid.  If you are allergic to aspirin, you should not use any product containing salicylic acid. If you have sensitive skin, look for products that are labeled as suitable for sensitive skin. Choose a product with smooth, synthetic exfoliating beads.  These products are good for dry or easily irritated skin, too. If your skin is on the oily side, choose a product with coarse, rough beads that will exfoliate more aggressively. Brands like Clarisonic have developed tools that can be used to remove the outer layer of dead or dry skin from your face. These brushes use sonic frequency to remove dirt and debris from your face without irritating your skin. Though not as effective as a professional microdermabrasion treatment, these tools are much less expensive. It is important to clean Clarisonic once a week as it comes into contact with the dirt, bacteria and oils on your face.

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Определите свой тип кожи. Подберите средство с подходящими для вашего типа кожи ингредиентами. Для чувствительной или сухой кожи используйте отшелушивающее средство с гранулами. Попробуйте воспользоваться электрической отшелушивающей щеткой.


Article in English: Determine whether your theory is valid, and make sure that your experimental results are repeatable. If you accept the theory, you should not be able to disprove it with the tools and information at your disposal. Do not, however, try to spin your theory into absolute fact. You will likely amass a lot of information in your quest to prove your theory. When you are confident that your results are repeatable and your conclusions are valid, try to distill your theory into a paper others can study and understand. Lay out your process in a logical order: first, write an "abstract" that summarizes your theory; then, lay forth your hypothesis, your experimental procedure, and your results. Try to distill your theory into a series of points or arguments. Finally, end the paper with an explanation of your conclusions.  Explain how you defined your question, the approach you took, and how you tested it. A proper report will walk the reader through every relevant thought and action that brought you to your conclusion. Consider your audience. If you want to share your theory with peers in your field, write an formal paper explaining your results. Consider submitting your work to an academic journal. If you want to make your findings accessible to the general public, try distilling your theory into something more digestible: a book, an article, or a video. In the scientific community, theories are not generally considered valid until they have been peer-reviewed. If you submit your findings to an academic journal, another scientist may decide to peer-review—that is to say, test, consider, and replicate—the theory and process that you have put forward. This  will either confirm the theory or leave it in limbo. If the theory survives the test of time, others may eventually try to expand your idea by applying it to other subjects. Your thought process does not need to end after you share your theory. Indeed, you may find that the act of writing up your ideas forces you to consider factors that you've been ignoring. Don't be...

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Сделайте выводы. Поделитесь полученными результатами. Ознакомьтесь с процедурой научного рецензирования. Продолжайте развивать теорию.


Article in English: Determine which edges you must seam together and pin the 2 fabric pieces together, right sides facing together, at the seam edges. Insert the pins at a 90 degree angle from the edge so you don't have to remove them as you sew a garment. This will take time, so try to be patient as you work. If you mess up at all, don't worry, that's what your seam ripper is for. You need to make sure that you have the correct needle for the task and the correct thread. Different types of thread and different types of needles work best with different types of fabric.  You'll need different techniques for animal fiber fabrics like silk or wool or alpaca, as opposed to natural fibers like cotton or flax and synthetic fibers like rayon or polyester. Make sure that you know the type of fabric you're using and what type of needle and thread will work best with it. Gently guide the fabric through the machine. Don't push or pull your project, because the machine is supposed to do that itself and you can clog the sewing machine or ruin your garment. Make clothing complete with clean, finished edges. Fold the edge up, wrong side facing in, to the desired width of the hem and press the fold together. Fold the pressed edge up 1 more time and press again. Now, Sew along the top folded edge of the hem, inside of the garment. This could be anything from buttons, elastic, zippers to various fun embroidery or special stitches. The better you get at sewing and making your own clothes the more creative you can get with adding those finishing touches.

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Соедините булавками полотна ткани вместе вдоль шва по краям. Сшейте ткань воедино, один край за один раз и от одного конца к другому, пока края одежды не будут полностью сшиты. Используйте свою швейную машинку должным образом. Подшейте края одежды. Прикрепите детали.


Article in English: Determining what has caused the lack of intimacy in your relationship can really help you move forward and improve it. There are many reasons intimacy dwindles. Start by thinking about why you believed the intimacy is gone, and then discuss this with your partner. Ask them if they think the intimacy has decreased, and why.  This can be very effective, especially if you and your partner have different reasons for why intimacy is lacking. It can be a good starting place to start discussing issues in your marriage. For example, bills, jobs, kids, parents, commitments, and lack of time commonly lead to a decrease in intimacy. However, you will never know for sure what the problem is unless you talk about it. Without asking directly, you will only be guessing about the problem. Life is full of distractions and responsibilities. When you are busy with kids, a job, commitments, and other responsibilities, you may not have time to focus on your marriage. This can lead to a decrease in intimacy. Your marriage should be an important part of your life, not something you push to the side. You should make your marriage an important aspect of your life every day.  This means you should consciously choose to work on your marriage and relationship every day. You may need to give up some commitments or push some things to another day so you can make your marriage an important part of your life. For example, you may order takeout instead of spending an hour in the kitchen cooking a meal, you may tell your children to go play alone for half an hour, or you may decide to not check your work email at home so you can use that time to spend time with your spouse. Instead of watching television for two hours, you may take a bath with your spouse, sit on the porch and talk, play a game together, or do a shared activity. Sometimes, people lose touch with their spouse when they have kids because all their attention goes to their kids. Part of having a healthy family and raising kids is a healthy marriage. You can take some of the time...

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Установите причины недостатка близости. Придавайте браку важное значение. Уделяйте равное внимание детям и супругу.


Article in English: Determining whether the property owner is at fault for your slip and fall is an individual determination that will not rest on the same evidence in every case. Generally, the court will look at:  Whether the property owner acted carefully so that slipping or tripping was not likely to happen Whether you caused your own fall by not seeing the condition or hazard that caused the fall when you should have seen it. Whether the property owner knew about the “dangerous condition” that caused your slip and fall either by causing it or negligently failing to fix it Whether the “dangerous condition” existed for a length of time where the property owner had reasonable time to fix it If you fall at a business, you must prove that the owner of the property or an employee of the business caused the unsafe condition, did nothing about it despite knowledge of the condition, or should have reasonably known of the dangerous surface.   Proving that the owner or employee “should have known” about the dangerous condition is difficult because the judge or jury deciding your case will decide. The question that the judge or jury will ask is whether or not a reasonable (average or normal) person would have discovered the dangerous condition fixed it upon discovery. If you slipped or fell at a residence, the landlord or owner may be held liable if you show that the person had control over the dangerous condition, repairing the dangerous condition would not have been unreasonably expensive or difficult, that a serious injury was the foreseeable consequence of the condition, and that the owner or landlord's failure to take reasonable steps to avoid an accident caused your slip and fall injury. If you believe that the owner of the premises where you fell caused your injury, write down what happened right after the accident while it’s still fresh in your mind. This information should include any visible defects in the surface where you fell, whether warning signs were present, and any contributing weather conditions. Visible defects...

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Поймите, что такое «бремя доказательства». Установите, произошел несчастный случай на территории коммерческого или жилого объекта. Обратите внимание на обстоятельства несчастного случая. Задокументируйте, в какой обуви и одежде вы были. Запишите реакцию владельца/сотрудников на ваше падение.


Article in English: Deterring foxes is a game of percentages. Each step you take will greatly reduce the number of infiltrators, but there's no magic bullet that stops every one. Regular upkeep and planning will give foxes less reason to approach in the first place, an important first step:  Clear all food scraps and enclose compost. Cover standing water at night to prevent drinking. Stop using fertilizers made from blood, bone, or fish. Gather excess fruit and vegetables instead of leaving it on the plant. Keep shoes and other small objects inside. Foxes like to use these as playthings. Check first to make sure there are no animals already living there. Walling them in to die may be illegal, and could attract scavengers. Most commercial repellents are scent-based, which confuses the fox and prevents it marking your land as its own territory. If you can't find a fox repellent, look for one targeted at dogs. You may need to try a few repellents before you find one that works on your foxes. Check the ingredient list to make sure the second one you buy is actually different:  Aluminum ammonium sulphate — a scent-based repellent Methyl nonyl ketone — a different scent Capsicum (pepper spray) — extra-spicy taste. Typically less effective, as the fox has to eat it. Repellent usually can't discourage a fox when it's already next to the hen house or your prize vegetables. Spray it in the following locations instead, or mix with sand and sawdust and sprinkle it:  Apply directly to scat, without removing it. Fox leave scat in the open to mark territory, and may return to the same spot if it is cleared. (If children play in the area, apply fox scat disinfectant as well to protect them from diseases.) Apply to soil above buried food, compost, or deceased pets. Apply to suspected entry points onto your land, or along the tops of walls and fences. A fox that has an unpleasant experience eating something in your yard may not want to visit again. Try leaving out food scraps covered in hot sauce or bittering agents. You may use human urine, or...

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Сделайте собственную территорию менее привлекательной для лис. Заблокируйте лисам доступ к уединенным местам, которые легко могут превратиться в их логово. Выберите подходящее репеллентное средство. Стратегически пользуйтесь репеллентом. Оставляйте для лис неприятную на вкус пищу. Пометьте мочой периметр своей территории. Заведите охранное животное. Попробуйте использовать специальные отпугиватели.


Article in English: Detox supplements can be effective at minimizing symptoms of withdrawal and help with the process of detoxing.  Calm Support is an opiate withdrawal formula made from all-natural substances. It has a high rate of easing withdrawal symptoms for many people and can be ordered online.  DL-Phenylalanine is another supplement, available at drug stores and online, that can help with detox symptoms.  As always, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before trying any new medications. Make sure supplements won't react poorly with any existing medications you're taking and won't adversely affect any of your current health problems. As support is so important in the recovery process, finding a support group in your area can help greatly with the recovery process.  Narcotics Anonymous is a national organization that provides support for people recovering from addiction. You can browse their website to find support groups in your area. They also provide support groups for friends and family of addicts, if anyone you know is struggling with your issues.  If you can't find a support group close by, there are many of online forums where you can talk to other people detoxing from Suboxone; however, be careful. Never rely on information from an online forum for medical advice. Addiction is usually driven by underlying psychological issues. If you're in the detox process, see a therapist.  Your insurance provider should have a list of psychiatrists and clinics who take your plan on their website. You can also call and ask if you're confused about coverage. If you're a student, many colleges and universities offer free counseling on campus. If you're on a budget, most big cities have therapy clinics that offer free and reduced counseling to people in need.

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Попробуйте принимать биологически активные добавки, способствующие очищению и детоксикации организма. Посещайте группу психологической поддержки. Обратитесь к психотерапевту.


Article in English: Developing a creative, original title is a fantastic opportunity to hook your reader into wanting to read more of your paper before they even get to the introduction. A good title will act as a "preview" for what your paper will be about. Many titles for academic papers come in two parts, separated by a colon. The first part is often a catchy hook that involves a pun on your topic or an impactful quote, and the second part is usually a sentence that sums up or provides details about your argument. Your thesis statement will be a concise idea that sums up your view on the issue. The thesis usually appears at the end of the introduction paragraph. Having this idea in mind early on in the reading process will help guide your reader through the rest of the paper.  A good thesis statement is concise and clear. It tells the reader what the point of the paper is and why it's important. The thesis must make a claim of some sort. This can be a claim of value (describing the worth of how we view a certain thing), a claim of definition (arguing that the way we define a term or idea needs to be altered in some way), a claim of cause and effect (claiming that one event or thing caused another event or thing), or a claim about policy solutions (arguing that the way we do things needs to be changed for some reason). Here is an example of a strong thesis statement: Excessive meat consumption in America is the leading cause of pollution today, and, thus, is a significant influence on global warming. This thesis makes a claim (specifically a cause and effect claim) about a debatable topic with a narrow enough focus to create an interesting, manageable argumentative essay. Here is an example of a weak thesis statement: Pollution is a problem in the world today. This is not a debatable issue; few people would argue that pollution is not a problem. The topic is also too broad. You can't write a paper on every single aspect of pollution. This format is constricting and limits the shape your ideas can take to being contained in...

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Придумайте привлекающий внимание заголовок. Изложите главный тезис. Не пользуйтесь стандартным построением тезиса из трех частей, часто рекомендуемым начинающим авторам. Напишите вводную часть. Напишите основные разделы статьи. Напишите заключение.


Article in English: Developing breasts during puberty should be an exciting time for you, but since so much is going on with your body, you might be a little scared, and that’s okay.  Once your “buds” start to get larger, and possibly pointier, it’s probably time to get your first bra.  But the good thing is, there are a lot of different types of bras to choose from.  The most important thing about a bra - at any stage in your life - is that it fits properly and is comfortable.  A bra is suppose to help give you support and help protect your breasts, they are also great at covering up your breasts and giving your upper body a nice shape that looks good under your clothes. Shopping for a bra - at any age - can be a combination of fun and frustration.  Bras, like shoes, are made to standard sizes, but those sizes can differ between manufacturers.  Therefore, like shopping for shoes, it may take a couple of tries before you find the bra that’s perfect for you. While it is possible to measure yourself for a bra at home, it may be a good idea to go to a lingerie or department store if this is your first bra, or if this is the first time you’ve had a proper bra fitting done.  When you arrive at the store, tell the sales associate you want to be fitted for a bra.  They’ll take you into the change room and measure you in two spots - around your torso, just below your breasts and around the thickest part of your breasts.  The first measurement is the “band” measurement and the second is the “cup” measurement.  The measurement taken around your torso or chest, just below your breasts, determines the number portion of a bra size (i.e. 32, 34, 36, etc.). The measurement take over the top of your breasts determines the letter portion of a bra size (i.e. A, B, C, etc.), also known as cup size. Once you’ve been measured for a bra size, the sales person will start to bring you a selection of options to try on.  For larger breasted women, the bra size determined during measurement is a starting point.  You may need to alter these sizes for...

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Правильно уловите тот момент, когда настанет время носить бюстгальтеры. Отправляйтесь в магазин, чтобы купить свой первый бюстгальтер. Обратитесь к консультанту магазина нижнего белья с просьбой определить ваш размер. Примерьте как можно больше разных моделей. Убедитесь в том, что выбранный вами бюстгальтер действительно хорошо вам подходит. Приобретите себе подходящий спортивный бюстгальтер. Научитесь правильно подбирать одежду для большой груди.


Article in English: Developing strategy is built on a foundation of understanding. In order to create a method by which you can succeed in your given area, you must recognize and accept the shortcomings. When you understand what needs work, you can build a strong action plan for overcoming those obstacles. Here's how to spot those shortcomings.  Look for the activities or responsibilities you constantly put off. People often avoid what they feel less competent in. Pay attention to the feedback of those around you. If your partner and your boss give similar constructive criticism, the common ground may be an area of weakness for you. Ask the opinion of a trusted friend. Find someone who will speak candidly with you and ask him what areas you can refine. Look closely at previous setbacks. When you failed at a task in the past, what were the major barriers to your success? The next step toward identifying your given objectives is to assess what resources you have at hand. Do you have everything you need to reach your goals? Are you maximizing these resources by using them most effectively? For example, oftentimes, a leader may have a team of people there to help on a project, but only employ a few of the players. Make use of every person available to you for optimal success. Now is the time to dream. Close your eyes and envision what you would like to see happening in your life over a set period of time. Think about your career. Your relationships. Your finances. Your passions. Your health. Ask yourself the following questions:  What is missing from my life right now that I would like to incorporate? Am I moving towards the person I want to be? Where do I see myself in 5 years? 10 years? 20 years? . Once you have pinpointed a few goals that you would like to move towards, it's time to create an action plan to reach them. In order to ensure that these goals come into fruition, they need to meet certain qualifications. The most effective goals are SMART goals.  S is for specific. Your goals should outline who is involved, what you...

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Обозначьте проблемы. Определите доступные ресурсы. Решите, чего вы хотите достичь. Разрабатывайте цели по методу SMART


Article in English: Developing your bucket list should be exciting, so find a place to brainstorm that inspires you! You might pick your favorite park, a cozy corner in your house, or a coffee shop. Your bucket list should contain items that are deeply meaningful to you. Don’t include items simply because you feel you should, or because others would find them impressive. What are your dreams? What brings you fulfillment?  Consider childhood passions that have fallen to the wayside. These can be a good indicator of things you value, but haven’t had the time or resources to pursue. Think about achievements that have given you the greatest confidence, and activities or moments that have brought you the most passion or joy. As you brainstorm within these categories, look for a common theme and use it to guide the creation of your list. For example, if your happiest moments have been helping others, then choose bucket list items, like starting an after-school program for underprivileged kids, that align with that theme. Don’t worry about others judging you, or not achieving certain items. Listen to what you truly want. Are there any goals that you’ve secretly wanted to pursue, but never have because you were embarrassed? Consider including those. If you don’t achieve all of the goals on your list, that’s fine! A bucket list is a guide, not a binding document. If you are feeling stuck, reach out to friends and family. Ask them about the items on their bucket lists and their favorite life experiences. Ask, “What is the coolest thing you have ever done?” or “If you could do one thing before you die that you’ve never done before, what would it be?”

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Выберите вдохновляющее место. Выбирайте значимые желания и цели. Выделите общую тему. Отбросьте ожидания. Ищите вдохновение в беседах.


Article in English: Device Manager allows you to view and control the hardware attached to your computer. On your Windows computer, navigate to the Device Manager within the Control Panel and double-click to open. This is your Android device that your computer “sees” but does not recognize. Within Device Manager search for the device with the “ADB” designation. A device driver is a piece of software that controls the communication between your computer and a device, such as your Android.  Once you have located your device, expand the group by clicking the little arrow to the left of the device name. Now right click on the device and select Update Driver Software. The Update Driver Software window will open. When prompted to “search or browse for driver software” select browse, which will advance you to the next step. When prompted, select “Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer” and proceed to the next step. Select “MTP USB Device” from the available options and click Next. The updated Device driver will install and your Android device will be recognized as a multimedia device on your Windows computer.

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Откройте «Диспетчер устройств». Найдите свое устройство. Обновите драйвер.