Article in English: Baking soda can help remove strange smells and stains from the bottle. It is particularly helpful if you have kept a sticky drink in the bottle, such as juice. Measure out one-fourth cup of baking soda, and pour it into the bottle. Measure out about an eighth cup of warm or hot water, and pour into the bottle. You can use hot water from the tap, but do not use boiling water, as this can melt the bottle. Screw the cap back onto the bottle. Shake or swirl the bottle to mix the solution together. This will also make sure that the solution spreads throughout the bottle. Fill the bottle with clean water from the tap, and dump it out. Keep doing this until there is no longer any baking soda left in the bottle. Once it is rinsed, let it dry upside down on a drying rack.

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Насыпьте пищевую соду в бутылку. Добавьте воды. Встряхните бутылку. Прополощите.


Article in English: Baking soda has been a popular alternative to commercial toothpaste for its abrasiveness (which helps scrape off food and other accumulated particles in the mouth) as well as for its powerful cleansing properties. For this recipe you will need the following:  1/4 cup baking soda 1/4 teaspoon fine-grained sea salt 20 drops peppermint essential oil (make sure you are using pure peppermint essential oil and not peppermint extract which is used for baking) 20 drops of liquid stevia extract (or to taste) 1-2 teaspoons of water (add to desired consistency) The process of making your own toothpaste is quite simple and you don’t need any special supplies to mix the ingredients together. Obtain a small bowl, fork, and a clean, dry jar with a tight-fitting lid to store the toothpaste in. Add the baking soda and sea salt into the bowl and then use the fork to mix the two ingredients together. Since they are both dry materials, don’t worry too much about the consistency, just be sure to mix the two thoroughly. Start by adding in the peppermint essential oil, mashing it into the dry mixture with the fork. Then mix in the stevia and then finally water until you get your desired consistency.  If you prefer a strong minty flavor, use all 20 drops of the peppermint oil. If you would like a more mild version, start with 10 drops and add more after tasting if desired. Add in the liquid stevia to taste as well. Mix thoroughly after adding 10 drops and if you prefer a sweeter version, add in the rest of the stevia. Finally, drizzle in the water a little at a time. Don’t expect the final product to have the exact same consistency as store bought toothpaste. Instead, aim for a damp paste that sticks together. When using your toothpaste, you can use a small spoon to scoop out a pea-sized amount onto your toothbrush or you can just directly dip your toothbrush into the jar.

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Подготовьте все необходимые ингредиенты. Соберите все необходимые ингредиенты. Смешайте пищевую соду и морскую соль. Добавьте жидкие ингредиенты. Храните новую зубную пасту в банке.


Article in English: Baking soda has no smell itself, but it’s great at absorbing and neutralizing other aromas. To get rid of odors in your fridge, open up a box of baking soda and store it on the back of the top shelf. When you notice a few unpleasant smells starting to emerge, toss that baking soda and replace it with another box. If you fridge smells especially bad and you’d like to absorb a great deal of odor at once, pour out a full box of baking soda across a baking sheet and place leave it in the refrigerator overnight. Then discard the baking soda. Combine apple cider vinegar and water at a 1:3 ratio. Pour the mixture into a saucepan and bring it to a boil on the stovetop. As soon as the mixture begins boiling, remove it from the heat and pour it into a heat-resistant glass or metal bowl. Place the bowl in your freezer, shut the door, and leave it for 4–6 hours. This should absorb foul smells from your freezer.  After the 4–6 hours have passed, remove the vinegar mixture and pour it down the drain. Once it’s been boiled, apple cider vinegar absorbs unpleasant odors and replaces them with a pleasant fruity smell. Coffee grounds can successfully absorb unpleasant odors, but they take a long time to work. If you can live without your fridge for a few days, try this method. Spread dry, fresh coffee grounds across 2–3 baking sheets. Place each sheet on a different level of your refrigerator. The smells should leave within 3–4 days.  During this time, you’ll need to keep your food in a second refrigerator or in a few ice-filled coolers. Once the 3–4 days have passed, dispose of the coffee grounds, wash the baking sheets, and put your food back into the fridge. Coffee grounds can leave behind a slight coffee aroma in your fridge. If you’d like to absorb foul smells without leaving your fridge smelling like coffee, opt for cat litter instead. Spread a layer of clean litter in 2–3 shallow baking sheets and place the sheets on different shelves in your fridge. Leave the fridge running and empty with only the litter inside for 2–3...

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Оставьте открытую емкость с пищевой содой на полке под стенкой. Используйте кипяченый яблочный уксус. Поставьте на 2–3 полки кофейную гущу, если у вас есть много времени. Поставьте на разные полки 2–3 противня с кошачьим наполнителем без запаха. Используйте активированный уголь, если другие методы не помогают.


Article in English: Baking soda is a base and vinegar is an acid, mixing the two causes a chemical reaction which neutralizes any cleansing power the two substances have on their own (which is a lot). It is completely safe to use on your hair and scalp.  If you like using essential oils, you can add them to the cleansing solution during this step. A tablespoon of lemon juice will help kill any odors and prevent mildew. It is recommended that you only use this method to clean your locks once every couple of weeks, as the baking soda can make your hair dry and brittle over time. For more regular washings, use a residue-free shampoo. Submerge your dreadlocks into the baking soda solution up to the roots. Soak your locks for up to 10 minutes, or longer if you're in need of a deep clean. As your dreadlocks soak, the baking soda will strip away dirt, oil, debris and other unwanted buildup. If you don't have the time or space needed to soak your dreadlocks, you can mix up the solution and pour it directly over your head for a quick cleanse. Remove your dreadlocks from the baking soda bath and wring out the excess solution. Turn on the faucet or hop in the shower and give your locks a quick rinse to clear away any lingering traces of the baking soda solution or foreign matter. Rinse until the water runs clear. Be sure that your scalp gets some direct exposure to the water as well. The dirt, oil, dead skin and other detritus that's been removed from your hair will be visible in the discoloration of the water. You might be surprised how much cleaner your locks will feel afterwards! Pour this through your locks after rinsing out the baking soda solution. This will neutralize any remaining baking soda, balance the pH of your scalp, and smooth loose hair frizz. You can leave this in (any vinegar smell will dissipate as it dries) or rinse it out. Give your dreadlocks ample time to dry. If you're in a hurry, use a hair dryer on the ends and shafts of your locks and allow your roots to finish air drying. Your dreadlocks should be dry before you...

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Не смешивайте соду и уксус. Наберите в раковину 5–8 сантиметров теплой воды, растворите 150–200 граммов соды. Замочите дреды на 5–10 минут. Смойте раствор прохладной водой. Подготовьте большую бутылку раствора воды с уксусом в пропорции 3:1. Высушите волосы полотенцем или естественным способом.


Article in English: Baking soda is a classic organic fungicidal ingredient. For it to be effective on plants, it needs an oil and a detergent to help it stick to leaves. Mix 1 tablespoon (14 g) of baking soda with 1 US tbsp (15 mL) of vegetable oil and 1  tsp (4.9 mL) of dish soap into 1 US gal (3.8 L) of water.  Stir the ingredients so they are mixed, and transfer the solution into a clean, empty spray bottle. You can also use an oil-based soap, such as Murphy’s oil soap, instead of separate oil and soap ingredients. Simply use 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of oil soap with 4 tablespoons (56 g) of baking soda in 1 US gal (3.8 L) of water. Try substituting potassium bicarbonate for baking soda. Potassium bicarbonate can be less harsh and just as effective as sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) on plants. Mix 2–3 US tbsp (30–44 mL) of white or apple cider vinegar into 1 US gal (3.8 L) of water. Pour the solution into a clean, empty spray bottle. Do not use more than the listed amount of vinegar, as too high of a vinegar concentration can burn your plant. Be sure to test this solution on your plant before spraying all of your infected leaves. Neem is a plant whose oil is known for its insecticidal and fungicidal properties. Mix 1  tsp (4.9 mL) of neem oil with .5  tsp (2.5 ml) of dish soap and 1 US quart (950 mL) of water. Pour the solution into a clean, empty spray bottle to use. Neem oil can be found at health food stores, some home improvement stores, as well as online. Surprisingly, milk also has antifungal properties, and has been successful in treating powdery mildew. Try mixing 12  fl oz (350 mL) of  milk with 28  fl oz (830 mL) of water and pouring the solution into a clean, empty spray bottle. It doesn’t matter if you use skim or whole milk for this solution, because the protein and not the fat content is what has the fungicidal properties. Place 2 peeled bulbs of garlic into a blender and add 1 US quart (950 mL) of water. Mix on high for 5-10 minutes. Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth and dilute it for each use by adding 1...

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Попробуйте использовать водный раствор пищевой соды, растительного масла и мыла для посуды. Приготовьте водный раствор уксуса. Попробуйте использовать раствор масла нима. Попробуйте использовать смесь молока и воды. Приготовьте раствор чеснока в воде.


Article in English: Baking soda is a common all purpose ingredient that can be used everywhere from your toilet bowl to your hair. Simply buy or find baking soda somewhere in your house. All you need to do to create a paste is to add water. Fill your palm with baking soda and add it to a bowl. Then slowly mix in water, one tablespoon at a time.  For deeper exfoliating properties, add granulated sugar. For an aromatic effect, add 3-5 drops of witch-hazel extract. This process will remove the dead skin from your body. Start with your toes and work your way up to your scalp. Use your hands to rub the lotion into your skin. You can either apply the solution during your shower or before. For better results allow the scrub to settle into your skin for two minutes before you wash it off. Turn on the shower and let the water wash the scrub away. There isn't any need to use soap, a washcloth or loofah. Guide the water with your hands in a massaging way. This is suppose to be a gentle process. If you want a deeper scrub then use sugar, but never be too rough on your skin.

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Подготовьте все необходимое. Приготовьте пасту. Массируйте свою кожу. Примите душ после процедуры.


Article in English: Baking soda is a common household product that is used for much more than baking. Baking soda is commonly used to remove terrible odors and stains, so it's the perfect product to use when you're facing an odor problem. It's a great deodorizer because it chemically neutralizes odors.  Do not wash your clothes prior to soaking them in baking soda. Add 1 cup of baking soda to a large bucket or tub, or add ½ cup of baking soda to a small bucket or sink. Soak the clothing in the baking soda mixture overnight – for 8 or more hours.  If your fabrics are machine washable, this method will work just fine. If clothes are dry-clean only, you should avoid this method and take them to a cleaner. To better remove bad smells from your clothes, add ½ cup of baking soda to your regular detergent when you wash your clothing. It will help to neutralize the odors, leaving your clothes smelling fresh and clean.  Wash your clothing in the water temperature indicated on the tag. Some fabrics and colors are better in hot water, some are better in cold water. Hang your clothing to let it air-dry. You can hang your clothing indoors or outdoors. Do not dry them in the dryer. If you've tried the baking soda soak and your clothes still smell of sulfur, try this before washing them again. Place the dry clothes in a plastic trash bag with ½ cup of baking soda. Leave the bag sealed for a day or two, then soak the sulfur smelling clothing in a baking soda bath. After you've done this, proceed to wash the clothes again.

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Замочите одежду перед стиркой в растворе пищевой соды. Выстирайте одежду. Если запах серы слишком сильный, положите одежду в пакет, наполненный содой.


Article in English: Baking soda is a natural deodorant that has so many uses it's almost criminal. Especially for cars with fabric interiors, this option works great. For heavy-duty smells, you'll need about a whole one-pound packet of sodium bicarbonate. Here's what you do:  Sprinkle the baking soda over as many porous surfaces as possible. These include the mats, seats, roof (try using a duster to fling the baking soda onto the carpeted roof), and wherever else the smell may have permeated.     Work the baking soda into whatever surface it's on. You can use a cloth, a brush, or even your hands to work the baking soda into the fabric.     Wait for at least 30 minutes, or up to a day. The longer you wait, the longer the baking soda's deodorizing properties get to work on your smelly ride.     After the allotted waiting time, vacuum up any remaining baking soda. Be sure to take at least two whole passes to remove any baking soda, along with particulates that may be causing the car to smell.    To make the mixture, combine 1/4 cup of vinegar (white not cider) with 2 cups of water. Pour into your sprayer and shake. Mist the windows and the cloth interior with the vinegar-water mixture before wiping any any excess. As it's applied, mixture may be redolent of vinegar, but the vinegar smell wears off quickly once it's dried. If you don't like the smell of coffee, you may be out of luck on this one, although the tactic really does work. Place six paper plates strategically throughout the car; onto each plate, spoon one cup of roasted coffee, evenly spread out across the entire plate. Keeping the windows down about an eighth of an inch, allow the coffee smell to permeate the car on a warm, sunny day. After a day, remove the coffee beans and enjoy the smell of your latte... er, car! Although not a surefire way of removing bad smoke odors from your car, this method is reputed to work because newspaper is an odor absorbent. Crumple up a good number of old newspaper sheets and place them strategically throughout your cabin. Wait 48 hours...

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Пищевая сода. Протрите стекла автомобиля раствором уксуса. Оставьте на день в машине кофейные зерна. Используйте скомканную бумагу. Используйте активированный уголь. Оставьте на ночь небольшое количество аммиачного спирта или уксуса.


Article in English: Baking soda is an effective, natural, and non-abrasive cleanser that can safely remove the rings in your toilet. Simply open a box of baking soda, and sprinkle a generous amount around the bowl of your toilet. Allow the baking soda to begin breaking down your hard water stains by giving it some time to sit. Set a timer, and let the baking soda sit for at least 1 hour. While you wait, place some diluted white vinegar in a spray bottle. Used together, vinegar and baking soda create a powerhouse of natural cleansing. Take your spray bottle of vinegar and spray the inside of your toilet bowl. Use only a small amount of vinegar at a time, and add more as needed. Using a toilet brush, vigorously scrub away your rings. If it is left to sit in your toilet system for too long, vinegar can potentially cause damage to your toilet's inner-workings. In order to prevent this, be sure to flush your toilet at least three times after your scrubbing is done.

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Обработайте унитаз пищевой содой. Выждите 1 час (или дольше). Опрыскайте пищевую соду уксусом. Ершиком тщательно протрите круги в унитазе.


Article in English: Baking soda is another household staple that can help make your clothes look bright, and it’s especially effective on white fabric. Just add about 1/2 cup (90 g) to the drum of your washer along with your clothes and regular detergent. Baking soda is also a great way to deodorize your clothing! hem in coffee or tea. If you want an easy, inexpensive way to keep your dark clothes looking rich and new, brew a 2 cups (470 mL) of very strong black tea or coffee. Place the clothes in the washing machine and wash them as normal, but stay close. When the rinse cycle starts, open the lid of the washing machine and pour in the coffee or tea. Let the cycle finish, then hang your clothing to dry. Drying black clothes in the dryer can cause them to fade more quickly. Place your clothes in the washing machine just as you normally would, then add 2-3 tsp (8-12 g) of ground black pepper in with your clothes. This will help dispel some of the buildup, and the flakes of pepper will wash away in the rinse cycle. If your whites are looking faded and dingy after a few washes, it can be tempting to bleach them, but this can weaken and discolor the fabric over time. Instead, add 1 cup (240 mL) of hydrogen peroxide to your laundry detergent, then wash your clothes as usual.

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Для придания яркости белым вещам в стиральную машину можно добавить питьевую соду. Черную одежду можно освежить, замочив ее в растворе кофе или чая. Вернуть вещам былую яркость можно при помощи черного молотого перца. Чтобы белые вещи стали ярче, постирайте их с перекисью водорода.


Article in English: Baking soda makes a great natural stain remover. It's gentle enough to use on almost any type of fabric. Mix a tablespoon of baking soda with enough water to make a thick paste. Alternatively, mix the baking soda with hydrogen peroxide or white vinegar.  Baking soda paste is best used on fabrics that don't require dry cleaning. You'll have to rinse it away when you're finished, so the clothes will get wet. Baking soda paste works well to remove stains caused by oil, grease, dirt, food, and many other substances. Lightly rub it into the stain. Make sure it covers the entire stained area, overlapping the edges. Allow it to sit on the stain for 15 minutes.  If the stain is on sturdy clothing, you can scrub it using an old toothbrush. Scrub the baking soda into the stain to make sure it can treat all of the fibers. This method is fine to use on denim and thick cotton. Don't scrub the baking soda into delicate fabric. Silk, satin and other thin fabrics could warp when scrubbed. Run it under warm running water to rinse away the baking soda along with the stain. For more delicate fabrics, you can wipe away the baking soda using a dampened cloth. Some difficult stains require more than one treatment. Apply a second round of paste to the stain. Let it sit for 15 minutes, then rinse it away. If the stain remains, you may need to use a chemical stain remover or take the item to be professionally cleaned.

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Подготовьте пасту из соды. Нанесите пасту на пятно. Смойте соду. При необходимости повторите процедуру.


Article in English: Baking soda may be able to naturally remove your hair color, saving you from using a lot of chemicals. Mix equal parts baking soda and shampoo. Wash your hair with this mixture each day until the color fades. Usually, a one-to-one mixture works fine. However, if you have very thick hair, try adding slightly more baking soda than shampoo. Vinegar can strip color from hair. To use vinegar, opt for plain white vinegar. Use a one to one ratio of warm water and vinegar. Soak your hair in the mixture and then wrap your hair with a shower cap or plastic bag. Let the mixture sit in your hair for 15 to 20 minutes. Then, rinse your hair. The color should be reduced.  You may have to repeat this method several times to completely remove unwanted hair dye. Vinegar has a strong smell, so you may want to shampoo and condition your hair after this treatment. Try washing your hair with any brand of dish soap instead of your regular shampoo. The dish soap may work to strip your hair of dye. You may have to wash your hair with dish soap for a few days before you see the results you want.

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Попробуйте пищевую соду. Обработайте волосы уксусом. Нанесите жидкость для мытья посуды.


Article in English: Baking soda naturally absorbs odors, is very affordable, and is available at any grocery store or big box store.  Place shoe inside a large zip top plastic bag. Sprinkle the inside of the shoe liberally with baking soda. Seal the bag and leave it overnight. You can also try adding a drop or two of essential oils, like lavender or sweet orange oil, to add a pleasant scent. Put the oil directly on the baking soda before applying to the shoes, not on the shoes themselves. Don't add more than a few drops, as the oil can cause even more problems by sticking to the shoes and attracting dirt. Be sure to wipe out all of the powder before putting the shoes on again. If baking powder alone doesn't do the trick, you can try using cat litter to absorb the remaining smells.  Get a pair of old pantyhose. If you don't have any handy, you can use the little disposable socks available at most shoe stores for customers trying on new shoes. Fill the foot end of the pantyhose with a scoop of cat litter. If you don't have a cat, ask a friend who does if you can have a bit of litter. You will only need about two cups total, so it's really not worth buying a whole bag. Tie off the pantyhose and stuff it inside the shoe, again leaving it overnight. The litter is formulated to absorb smells and many brands will also leave behind a nice aroma. The smell inside of leather shoes is often contained in the insole, where dirt and sweat get trapped and bacteria cause a stink. Taking out the insoles is often the only way to salvage the shoes.  If your insoles are removable, replace them with fresh ones. You can buy insoles based on your shoe size at any big box store or online. Look for a brand that gets good customer reviews and that is specially designed for open shoes. If your shoes do not have removable insoles, you might want to take them to a shoe repair expert. Often a cobbler can cut out the insoles and fashion new ones. This is probably only worth trying if your shoes are expensive and/or no longer available for purchase, since a...

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Чтобы удалить неприятный запах от сандалий, воспользуйтесь пищевой содой. Попробуйте воспользоваться наполнителем для кошачьих туалетов. Замените стельки. Уничтожьте бактерии.


Article in English: Baking soda reacts chemically with tannins, which are acidic compounds found in plants, including trees. Some types of wood have greater concentrations of tannins than others, though. These include cedar, pine, red oak, redwood, and mahogany, among others.  Woods that are harder and darker have more tannins. The concentration of tannins varies from tree to tree—this means that 2 cedar boards may age differently when treated with baking soda. Consider these differences and imperfections part of the aging process.  You can use baking soda on woods with low concentrations of tannins, but the results will be much less noticeable. You’re better off trying a different aging technique. You can certainly age pristine, freshly-cut wood with baking soda. However, to save some money or make use of wood you already have around, try using cast-off, damaged, or otherwise imperfect wood. The aging process will make beauty of the wood’s imperfections. If you want to “rough up” wood that is pristine, you can beat it up with tools, such as a bag of screws or a hammer. Hit it repeatedly or drag the sharp ends across the wood’s surface. (and strip it if necessary) if it has been finished. If the wood you want to age has been previously painted or stained, sand off the top layer to expose the untreated wood below. For wood that has been painted more than once, you may need to use a chemical stripper.  Wear safety goggles, long-sleeved work clothes, and gloves when you use a sander or chemical stripper. Work in a ventilated area, such as an open shop or garage, when using chemicals. If you want your project to look older and more distressed, you can leave some paint on portions of the wood. If you’re aging 1 or several individual boards, set up 2 sawhorses so that you can lay the wood on top of them. If you’re working on a piece of furniture or something else that won’t easily rest on sawhorses, lay out a dropcloth on the ground.  Exposing the wood to direct sunlight will speed up the baking soda aging process. It will still work...

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Для более заметного эффекта старения выберите такой вид древесины, в котором содержатся танины. Чтобы добиться более выраженного эффекта старения, используйте для работы древесину с изъянами. Отшлифуйте древесину Положите древесину на козлы или на защитную подстилку в солнечном месте.


Article in English: Balancing on one foot, especially while moving parts of your body at the same time, will helps you continually adjust to keep your body weight balanced. Stand with both feet together. Raise one foot a few inches off the ground. Stand like this for a few seconds with your eyes open. Then close your eyes and continue to hold the pose. Repeat on the other side. Do this set about 5 times every day. For this move, your arms will swing around like the hands of a clock while you balance on one leg. Stand on one leg and look straight ahead. Put your hands on your hips. Raise one arm up to the 12 o’clock position, then start to move your arm around to the 3, downward to the 6, and over to the 9. Repeat with the other leg and arm. Try to move as little as possible except for your arms. Breathe evenly and concentrate on keeping your body still. Your trunk is the core of your body, and practicing balance with a focus on your trunk will help you stabilize your body and improve your balance. To do trunk turns, stand with your feet just more than shoulder-width apart. Stand on a mini trampoline or other surface that is somewhat squishy or malleable. Hold a heavy item in your hands, such as an exercise ball, a weight, or something similar. Turn your body at your waist to one side and then the other about 10 times. Make the movement a smooth and deliberate motion, but don’t swing back and forth. You want your body to work for every twist of your trunk. Don’t use the momentum of the twist to propel you into another twist. This exercise requires your legs to be very strong and able to balance while you lift a weight upwards. To do this exercise, balance on your left foot and keep your left knee slightly bent. Bend forward at the hips and touch the ground with your right hand. Hold onto a 5-pound weight with that hand. Raise your right leg behind you. Move smoothly back to an upright position. Repeat with the other leg. Do up to 5 sets of this exercise a few times a week. Practice doing this movement in one clean, smooth motion....

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Удерживайте равновесие на одной ноге. Сделайте упражнение с руками. Делайте повороты туловищем. Выполняйте сложные упражнения на ноги.


Article in English: Ball pythons will need just the right amount of room to feel comfortable.  Cages or enclosures that are too large or too small will stress the snake out and make its life uncomfortable.  Keep these tips in mind when you are looking for a new home for your ball python to enjoy:  The container needs to be long enough that an snake can completely stretch out in it. Mesh cage lids can work.  However, it can be difficult maintaining humidity levels in the cage. For younger snakes, you will need to find a smaller enclosure. It's important to keep your snakes enclosure very clean.  Keeping the cage clean will help keep your ball python happy and healthy.  Part of your regular cleaning routine should include spot cleaning.  Spot cleaning will allow you to keep up with any messes and require you to fully clean the cage less often.  Remove any waste from your snake every day. Any other obvious messes left in the cage should be removed. A big part of caring for your ball python is fully cleaning its enclosure.  It's generally recommended that you fully clean the cage and everything in it once a month.  Totally cleaning the cage will help keep your snake healthy and prevent any health issues over time.  Take your snake out of the enclosure during the time you are cleaning. Remove everything in the cage for cleaning.  Any sticks, hiding boxes, or other decorations will need to be cleaned. You can clean the cage with a water and bleach solution.  Make sure the bleach content is only 5%. Wait for the cage to fully dry before putting it back together and reintroducing your ball python. Snakes are well known for being escape-artists.  You will need to make sure that your ball python's cage is secure, keeping it safely inside.  Keep some of these things in mind when securing your snake's cage:  Any doors or openings need to be closed and locked. Lids need to be secure.  Your snake shouldn't be able to push the lid away from the cage. Make sure there are no small gaps or openings that your snake can escape from.

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Обеспечьте змее достаточно просторный дом. Почаще убирайте в террариуме. Полностью очищайте террариум. Следите, чтобы питон не мог ускользнуть.


Article in English: Balloons come in a wide array of colors. Do you want to go for the entire rainbow, a two-toned color scheme, or maybe an ombre effect? Do you want to simulate the bubbles of champagne? The hues of a fire? How many colors will you need? Mylar is better for outside events -- it's the kind that's crinkly to the touch (and often comes in different shapes and with designs and sayings); latex balloons pop more easily, especially outside and with children on the scene. However, latex balloons are a lot more versatile and easier to work with. In the next section (where we discuss ideas), we'll be talking about latex balloons mainly. Mylar works...but not nearly as well. The bigger the place or the more scarcely decorated it is, the more balloons you'll need. Latex balloons will be much cheaper, and they'll cost you mere pennies if you blow them up yourself. Do you want a few for a nice touch or do you want your guests swimming in them? And as always, get a few more than you think you need to be safe! You can totally decorate your space with non-helium balloons, no problem. It's fast, cheap, and super easy. But to open up the plethora of balloon options available, you'll need helium balloons. Or a mixture of both! You can get your balloons blown up at party stores or you can buy an at-home helium kit. If you have tons of balloons, you may want to opt for the latter.

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Обдумайте цветовую гамму. Определитесь, какие шары вам нужны: Оцените параметры и размеры места. Выберите между гелиевыми или обычными шариками.


Article in English: Ballpoint pens are the most common variety you’re likely to find. They make use of a rounded tip that allows oil-based ink to go on smooth and dry quickly. Ballpoint pens are basic, inexpensive and easy to purchase in large quantities. For most purposes, a ballpoint pen will work just fine.  The best selling point of ballpoint pens is their low price. You can buy a large bag of disposable ballpoint pens for just a few dollars. The oil-based ink in ball point pens can congeal and collect dust over time, causing it form gummy globs around the tip. Rollerball pens are similar to ballpoints, but the ink they deliver is water-based, so it transfers to the paper quickly and forms sharp, dark lines. These tend to be fitted with a smaller tip. Their liquid ink is stored in an internal reservoir. Many business professionals favor rollerball pens because they combine the thin lines and precision of a traditional fountain pen with the practicality of a ballpoint.  Having a finer tip produces thinner lines, which means your writing will look neater. Rollerball pens can leak easily when they’re put in your pocket, held upside down too long or exposed to changes in pressure. If you’re not careful, the ink might ruin your clothes. Gel ink pens take their name from the thick fluid that they use to write. This type of ink creates extremely smooth, dark lines and allows for an even more effortless feel than ballpoint pens. Gel ink became popular as an alternative to scratchy, fine-tipped ink pens in the late 90s.  Gel ink pens are usually refillable, and tend to be slightly more expensive than garden variety ballpoint pens. One trade-off of gel inks ability to write in thick, smooth lines is that the ink dries very slowly. The gel sits on the surface of the paper momentarily before setting in. This makes it more likely to smudge and make a mess. Fountain pens were among the first types of pens invented and are still considered by many to be the best. They are called “fountain” pens because of the way the ink flows from an...

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Попробуйте писать шариковой ручкой. Попробуйте писать ручкой-роллером. Попробуйте писать гелевой ручкой. Научитесь пользоваться чернильной ручкой. Попробуйте писать фломастером.


Article in English: Bamboo culms, or stalks, are connected underground by rhizomes that grow quickly and close to the surface of the ground. By cutting through the rhizomes, you can separate and contain bamboo. The easiest method for cutting through rhizomes is to slice them using the tip of a heavy shovel.  If you want to get rid of an entire grove of bamboo, you'll want to work from the outer edges inward. Separate the outer ring of bamboo first so that the bamboo gets contained in one area. Depending on how large a grove you're working with, this may take weeks, months or even years. This technique is also effective if you want to preserve a section of bamboo. Cut through the rhizomes that connect sections of bamboo so that they will no longer spread and continue growing together. Continue with the process of killing one section while allowing the other to live. You'll need to periodically cut back the remaining section to keep it from "running" underground and spreading to other areas. Now that the rhizomes are cut, shear back the culms as close to the ground as possible. For thin stalks, you may be able to use a lawnmower or a lopper. For larger ones, you might have to break out a chainsaw. If you keep the area maintained over time, the bamboo won't have the chance to get quite so large again. You can cut the culms at any time of year, but doing it in the spring when you see new growth is a good time to get rid of bamboo. The bamboo is using its energy stores, and you'll be able to get rid of more of it more quickly than if you attempt to get rid of it while it's dormant. Use a shovel to dig out the rhizomes and discard them. It's best to dig out the rhizomes the same day you cut down the culms; bamboo grows so quickly that waiting even a day or two will mean having new culms to cut down before you can get to work on the rhizomes. If the grove is too big to mow and dig all in one day, remember to work from the outer edges inward, gradually containing the grove as you work to get rid of it. You'll certainly miss some...

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Отделите бамбук, от которого вы хотите избавиться. Скосите стебли. Выкопайте корневища. Продолжайте скашивать и выкапывать бамбук до тех пор, пока не увидите, что побегов не осталось.


Article in English: Bamboo grows quickly and needs quick access to warm, frost-free temperatures. Sow the seeds after the final frost of the season for best results.  If you are starting your bamboo plants from seeds, you should start in the very early sprint so that the plants have enough time to establish themselves by summer. If you are transplanting established seedlings, any part of spring is suitable for planting. You should avoid planting bamboo in the fall, especially if you live in cooler climates, since the plant needs time to harden before cold, drying winds of winter begin. Conversely, if you live in severely hot climates that regularly reach temperatures hotter than 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius), you need to plant the bamboo early enough in the spring or in the early fall to avoid the intense heat of summer. Bamboo seeds need to be cleaned and dried in the sun for 1 to 2 hours. Afterward, you should soak the seeds in clean water to break them out of dormancy. Soak the seeds for 6 to 12 hours. Drain the water 10 to 20 minutes before you sow the seeds. If growing bamboo from seed, you will likely have better results if you plant the seeds in soil-filled plastic pallets meant for seedling growth.  Fill the seedling containers with a mixture made from 8 parts topsoil, 1 part ashes, and 1 part fine wood chips or rice husks. Filter this mixture through a wire mesh to remove stones and debris before filling the containers. When filling the containers, leave the soil fairly loose. Make small holes 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) deep in the center of each seedling compartment. Drop one seed in each hole and cover the seeds gently with additional soil. Moisten the soil immediately and water daily. Let the seeds grow in an area of partial shade. Even though adult bamboo grows quickly, in the early stages, most species of bamboo will not be strong enough to transplant any earlier than this. Transplant the seedlings into small, separate pots or into poly bags filled with a mixture made of two parts manure, three parts...

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Сажайте в течение весны. Подготовьте семена. Посейте семена в пластиковых контейнерах для рассады. Пересадите рассаду через 3 - 4 месяца. Посадите бамбук на расстоянии 1-1.5 м.


Article in English: Bamboo plants are typically classified as clumping bamboo, running bamboo, or reeds.  Reeds are rarely planted in yards, if ever, so you can expect to deal with either clumping or running bamboo. Running bamboo sends out rhizomes, which spread into other areas, causing the plant to become invasive. Clumping bamboo grows in tight clusters and rarely spreads out over larger areas. Most bamboo varieties do best in tropical climates, but if you live in a somewhat cooler area, there are a few hardier varieties you can attempt to grow with some success.  If you living in warmer hardiness zones, like zones 7 through 10, a few good choices might be Bambusa multiplex ‘Alphonse Karr’, Borinda boliana, and Phyllostachys nigra. The first two are clump bamboo types, while the last is running bamboo. For slightly cooler climates, like those found in hardiness zones 5 and 6, try the clumping type Fargesia dracocephala ‘Rufa’ or the running type Pleioblastus viridistriatus. Bamboo needs a great deal of sun, so you should usually pick a spot in your yard that receives 8 or more hours of sun daily. Note that some tropical species do require shade during the hottest parts of the day, however. Shade can be especially important during winter. The combination of frost and direct sunlight can dehydrate the plant quickly. As such, if you live in an area that receives frost during winter, you should opt for a spot that receives partial shade instead of one with direct sun. While bamboo can do well in many types of soil, it does best in loam or marly soils. Improve your odds of success by digging and mixing in amendments to the soil before planting.  Work garden compost or manure into the soil to provide it with additional nutrients. Ideally, the compost should be worked into the bottom of the transplant hole so that the bamboo roots sit on top of it. Loam soil is a mixture of five parts topsoil composted with two parts sand, two parts silt, and one part clay. Avoid rocky or soggy soils, as well as soils that are relatively...

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Знайте разницу между тремя основными типами бамбука. Выберите лучший сорт бамбука, который подходит для вашего климата. Выберите лучшее место во дворе. Улучшите почву. Подготовьтесь к ветру. Предотвратите  распространение бамбука.


Article in English: Bamboo skewers are the best option for the frame due to their size and weight, but straws or other sticks work as well .  The frame is key in holding the plastic open to keep your kite in the air. Measure the length and width of your diamond to find out the sizes of the frame pieces you'll need. To make sure the cross is even: mark the shorter of the two frame pieces at its center (½ of its length) and the other, longer frame piece at 1/4th of its length.  Make a cross or 't' with the sticks so that the two marks are on top of each other. Don't forget to double check that your frame and plastic match up. Secure the cross by winding fishing line or string around the joint of the frame and tying it off. Wiggle the frame to test the durability. If it's shaky, or you're not proud of your knot-tying skills, you can use glue at the joint and then wrap and tie string around it after the glue has dried.

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Изготовьте детали крестовины для каркаса змея. Свяжите детали крестовины между собой.


Article in English: Bananas are full of hair-friendly nutrients like folate and vitamin B6, and their high sugar content helps keep moisture locked in hair. Olive oil helps seal hair cuticles, while milk has proteins and sugars that also help strengthen and moisturize hair. This color-safe mask will deep-condition and help relax your hair. You can use a fork or potato masher to mash the bananas. For a smoother mix, use a blender or food processor. Mash until there are no remaining chunks of banana. Mix thoroughly. The mask should be about the same consistency as bottled conditioner. This mask is a little runny, so it is probably best to work over the sink or even in the shower to avoid mess. Make sure to smooth the mask all the way down to the tips of your hair. You can also wrap your hair in plastic wrap or even a grocery bag. Allow mask to sit for 1 hour. Thoroughly rinse your hair! This mask is quite sticky, so make sure your hair is entirely rinsed out. Follow with conditioner.

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Подготовьте все необходимое. Очистите 2–3 спелых банана и разомните их в миске среднего размера. Добавьте 2 столовые ложки греческого йогурта, 2 столовые ложки (30 миллилитров) оливкового масла и 2 столовые ложки меда. Равномерно распределите маску по сухим волосам. Наденьте шапочку для душа. Смойте маску и вымойте голову мягким шампунем под теплой водой.


Article in English: Band directors vary in terms of how directly involved they are with their band. It's your job to discuss the practical running of the band with the director. You will need to work with the musicians to meet goals set by the director. The director must respect you and your concerns. Likewise, you should respect the director's requests and decisions. Realize that this won't always be easy. You'll need to be able to handle criticism, both from the director and from your peers. You must also be comfortable with discussing problems or concerns with fellow musicians. This goes hand and hand with respect. You should be able to command the attention of your musicians while inspiring them to perform at their best. This requires you to exude confidence and be there to provide encouragement and feedback. Being enthusiastic and passionate about the band is critical in order to inspire your musicians. Showing your excitement and enjoyment of the music and performances will signal to your musicians that you appreciate what they do. They'll also be more likely to invest time and energy into the band if they feel that they're part of a larger community that cares. It's your job to be the role model of that community. In addition to motivating the band musically, you should set an example when it comes to neatness and appearance. Make sure your uniform is clean, wrinkle-free, and properly buttoned or fastened. Presenting a well-kept image tells the musicians that you take your job seriously and expect them to as well.  Obviously, you won't always need to wear your uniform. For rehearsals and practices, wear something comfortable, but avoid looking disheveled. The band is still looking to you for guidance and you'll still be interacting with the band's director. Maintain a professional attitude regardless of the situation. You'll also need to be physically fit since conducting is physically demanding. You may be required to conduct while marching forward or backwards, run up and down the field, and even carry a baton or mace...

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Поддерживайте связь с директором. Будьте для группы образцом для подражания. Оденьтесь подходяще.


Article in English: Band t-shirts should be the number one item in your wardrobe. You should have more of these than anything else. After all, being emo is all about the music and showing support for the bands you care about. Tour t-shirts that you actually bought at the band's gig are best, but t-shirts bought in stores or online will do as well. They should be as tight as possible (while still actually fitting), and girls can knot up the ends or cut out the backs to expose a little skin, if desired. Some classic emo bands whose t-shirts would make cool additions to your wardrobe and lend you some emo cred (provided you actually listen to the music) are: The Promise Ring, The Get Up Kids, Sunny Day Real Estate, Texas is the Reason, Rites of Spring, Braid, Thursday and Cursive. Tight jeans are essential to completing the emo look. If you're skinny, wearing skinny jeans is recommended. However, skinny jeans have been what some emos (especially guys) get made fun of for. Who cares, they look good, right? So stand up to the haters and wear your skinny jeans with pride! Opt for black or blue, and if it's got a few rips and holes in it, all the better. Although skinny jeans (which are tight all the way to the ankles) are probably the most common, tight jeans can also look good.  Even though you want your jeans to be tight, they should still fit you properly. Jeans that are too tight will be uncomfortable and hot and you won't enjoy wearing them. Plus, jeans that fit you properly will look better too. Girls can substitute skinny jeans for skirts and tights, if they like. They skirts will usually be short and black, though sometimes a tutu style is worn, and tights can either be plain black, colored or patterned. Feel free to experiment! What you put on your feet is just as important as what you wear, so take some time to consider your shoes. The classic choice is Converse high-tops, which should be as dirty and worn in as possible. If Converse aren't your thing, skate shoes like Vans, Etnies and Circa are popular alternatives.  Even...

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Всегда носите футболки с группами. Вложите деньги в несколько пар обтягивающих джинсов. У вас должна быть соответствующая обувь. Носите армейские куртки или черные толстовки.


Article in English: Bandage it well. Let the skin heal naturally. Pulling off a scab can lead to scarring, infection and later problems with the wound healing. If you keep it covered, chances are you won’t have the temptation to try and pull off the scab. Keep your hands busy so they aren’t picking at your scab. If you’re doing something else, it’s harder to pick your scab, and you might just forget it’s there if you do a good job distracting yourself.  Cook Knit Clean something Ride a bike Go rock climbing Do yoga Read Listen to music Put something on your hand to remind yourself — a stamp, a bracelet, a weird ring. Paint the nails on the hand you would use to pick the scab. Hopefully you will remember when you see your nails that you shouldn’t be near the scab. Even better, paint your nails black or green — something that really stands out — and don’t paint the fingernails on your other hand. Making sure that you change the dressing daily may also help to remind you not to pick at the scab. Make a deal with yourself — if I go a day without picking my scab, I get X. Or if that’s too much time, make a deal where you reward yourself after half a day. People who suffer from it compulsively pick at their skin and can’t help themselves. If you think it might apply to you, please consult a medical professional.

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Перевяжите рану. Отвлекайте себя. Напоминайте себе о том, что вы не должны срывать струп. Вознаграждайте себя за то, что вы не срываете струп. Убедитесь, что вы не страдаете дерматилломанией.


Article in English: Bands like Shellac, Glassjaw, and At The Drive-In cross lines between metal, hardcore, and noise music, often incorporating extremely harsh sounds and extremely fast technical playing into the sound with sudden pretty moments of melody. In the mid-2000s, this style of music became extremely popularized with bands like My Chemical Romance, Thursday, and Thrice breaking into the mainstream. Sometimes this kind of music is also known as screamo and will even have someone in the band specifically known as the "screamer." Often, the look was accompanied by v-neck black shirts, tight jeans, gauges, and the famous swooped bangs haircut. " The hardcore thug look is related to bands like Madball, Skarhead, and E-Town Concrete, bands that incorporate elements of gangster style and culture into their music.  The music is often positive, despite its tough-looking image. Madball writes inspirational lyrics. Sometimes, this is referred to as "posicore." If you're into that style, bands of the genre include Youth of Today, Bane, Comeback Kid, Verse, and pretty much any band on Bridge Nine or Rivalry Records. Camouflage shorts are very popular in that genre, also. Long work shirts or tank tops paired with a pair of baggy jeans, and some Nike Cortez's (Chuck Taylors, basketball shoes, or black low-top Vans) along with a fitted New Era cap with the sticker on. Band shirts work as well, but only for local indie or underground bands. By incorporating the breakbeats and abrupt changes from hardcore music, some bands with a more metal sound and style are now referred to as "metalcore." Deathcore and grindcore bands are also similar, with subtle differences in the sound. Stylistically, the look is similar to tough guy hardcore style. While some of the imagery in the videos of these bands looks very gothic or metal-like, the members of the bands themselves dress in pretty standard hardcore style. Often, talking about various kinds of hardcore music will make hardcore fans say "That's not real hardcore," but it can be difficult to...

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Дайте шанс пост-хардкору. Приобщитесь к thugcore или "toughguy-хардкору". Откройте для себя metalcore. Сохраняйте объективность.


Article in English: Bangs can make you look younger or older, depending on the face you already have. Think about your current look and how bangs will change your style. Bangs require upkeep. If you plan to straighten curly hair every day, decide if that will fit in your schedule. Your bangs may grow quickly. This will be especially noticeable if you have straight hair and a choppy cut. You can trim your bangs at home, but you may not achieve the same look. Decide if you are willing to add an extra haircut into your budget. If you don’t like your bangs, you have options. You can patiently grow out your bangs. Remind yourself of how fast your hair grows and decide if you are willing to wait for it to grow back to normal. There are ways to hide your bangs if you want a different look, regardless of whether your bangs are short or long. Try pinning them back to the side or use the extra hair to create a frontal poof. Combing the bangs into the rest of your hair for a ponytail, bun or braid.

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Выберите необходимый вам образ. Подумайте, сколько времени вы готовы уделять собственным волосам. Задайтесь вопросом, готовы ли вы к регулярным стрижкам. Подберите альтернативные варианты укладки челки.


Article in English: Banjos are a versatile instrument available in multiple flavors. Among the string-options for banjos are a 4-string, 5-string, or 6-string. Choose which one fits you best based on the style of music you are interested in playing and how advanced of a player you consider yourself.  The 4-string or tenor banjo is often associated with dixieland/jazz or Irish music. You can certainly play more than just these styles on a 4-string though. They offer a great choice for beginners, because of the simplicity of the instrument. The 5-string banjo is the most popular, and most traditional, of all the banjo styles. It is most closely associated with bluegrass and folk styles of banjo-playing but can be used to play most styles of music. The 5-string banjo is known for its odd fifth string which attaches near the halfway point of the neck, a characteristic it inherited from its African predecessors. This is the best option for beginning banjo players, as it offers ease with an extended range of available notes. The 6-string banjo or banjo-guitar (banjitar or guitjo) has a banjo body with a guitar neck.  It is the least common of these three styles and is most often used by experienced guitar players who want to produce the sound of a banjo while continuing to use their familiar guitar fret positions. It offers the widest range of notes but is also the most difficult to play and is inconsistent with 'regular' banjos, making it a poor choice for first-time students. Banjos come in two main builds, either with an open-back or a resonator attached. The open-back banjo is exactly as it sounds: the drum-like cover of the banjo has no back, so it makes a bowl-shape when upside down. A resonator banjo has an attached back and a ring of wood which amplifies the sound.  It is best to make the decision on which build of banjo you want after playing both at a local music store. They each offer slightly different sounds because of their construction. Open-back banjos are most often used by beginners, as they are typically the...

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Выберите количество струн. Решите, какой банджо вам больше подходит. Найдите удобный для вас зазор и мензуру. Не забывайте про дополнительные критерии.


Article in English: BannersABC.com, Addesigner.com, mybannermaker.com, etc. (Google for more). There are a number of different online banner-builders. Spend a few minutes comparing the various features, and pick the one that suits you best. Follow the on-screen prompts and methods to build your banner. They will often have their own artwork that you can use, or you can import images of your own creation to add to the banner. When finished, there will generally be an export function that will let you specify which folder or directory you want to save to, and file format (jpeg is usually good). Follow the instructions, save, download, and use as needed.

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Посетите один из следующих веб-сайтов: Добавьте ваш текст и изображения. Сгенерируйте ваш баннер.


Article in English: Baptisms call for a fancier attire than what you might wear everyday. You should invest in a pretty dress, skirt, or pantsuit, or wear one that you already own. As a guide for how classy your outfit should be--you should be more dressed up than if you were at a backyard barbecue, but less dressed up than if you were attending a wedding. Some outfit ideas include:  A dress with an optional wrap or light sweater. A skirt and blouse that is not too revealing. Tailored pants with a smart top (think business casual). Unlike weddings, baptisms don’t have any rules about what colors you can and can’t wear (its pretty unlikely that you’ll match the baby, unless you show up in white from head to foot). Because this is a happy occasion, feel free to wear bright colors and interesting patterns. While there might not be restrictions on color choice, there are restrictions on what cuts of clothing you can wear. Avoid showing off your bare shoulders and definitely avoid low-cut necklines. If you pick out a dress or skirt, make sure that it reaches down below your knees--miniskirts are frowned upon. Other clothes that you should avoid include: jeans, flip flops, Uggs, sneakers, or anything that you might see at a nightclub. Churches can get pretty chilly, especially during colder months. You can kill two birds with one stone when you wear a sweater or jacket--it will make your outfit seem more demure, and it will keep you warm. Sky-high heels are generally not appropriate for a baptism. Instead, wear lower heels that you can walk and stand comfortably in. Wear shoes appropriate for the weather--if its snowing outside you might want to leave your open-toed slingbacks at home.

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Оденьтесь по этому случаю. Вы можете надеть яркие цвета. Избегайте неуместную одежду. Возьмите с собой накидку или свитер. Наденьте милые, но разумные каблуки.


Article in English: Barbie has pretty flawless skin so make sure you take care of yours, using the following tips:  Wash your face twice a day and remember to moisturize once in the morning and once at night with a product suited to your skin type. Wear sunscreen outdoors (even when it's not hot) to prevent dark spots, freckles and sunburn. Using a medicated spot cream to get rid of any pimples and avoid touching your face without washing your hands first. Always take your make up off before bed. Create a perfect canvas for the rest of your make up by applying your foundation.  Spray an airbrush spray foundation (that perfectly matches your skin tone) onto the back of your hand, then use a stippling brush to dab it onto your face, creating an even flawless finish. Use your favorite, high-coverage concealer to cover up any dark circles around your eyes or any other imperfections. Use a powder puff to dab some loose powder onto your face -- this sets your foundation without smudging the flawless finish you've already created. Barbie has a tiny nose, so you'll need to make your own nose appear smaller using contouring.  Take a matte (non-shimmering), brown eye shadow and a thin make up brush and start contouring along the sides of your nose, in a straight line from the inside edge of your eyebrows down. Take a fan brush and use it to lightly feather out the lines, to blend them in and make them appear more natural. The next step is the eyes. First take a light baby blue eye shadow and apply it all over your lids.  Next, take a matte white eye shadow and apply it to the inner corners of your eyes. This will help to open up your eyes. Also apply the white powder to your brow bone, as highlighter. Now take a bright pink eye shadow and apply it above the crease of your eyelid, so it makes a semi-circular line from one edge of your eyelid to the other. Lastly, take a dark blue color and use it to line the crease of your eyelid, so it forms a distinct line between the light blue and pink shadows. Then use this same dark blue color to...

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Начните с безупречной кожи. Наносите основу. Поработайте над контуром носа. Нанесите тени для век. Нанесите подводку и наклейте накладные ресницы. Нанесите розовые румяна и накрасьте губы.


Article in English: Barley straw (the stalk of the plant after the grain has been harvested) is a great option for this and means they can happily munch for hours on end without gaining weight. a morning and evening 'bucket feed'. You should avoid feeding your donkey any cereals or grains such as oats, barley, wheat and corn (maize). These products are too high in starch and sugar and have been implicated in the development of diseases such as laminitis in donkeys, as well as a leading cause of obesity. Its hard to say specifically how much grass a pair of donkeys needs as grazing can vary so much. Grass should be considered an additional to straw, rather than making up the majority of their diets. Donkeys always need to have something to nibble on so make sure you keep an adequate supply of straw available at all times.   During the winter, when the grass is dead, or at other times of year when there's not enough grass, you can supplement your donkey's diet with meadow hay. This needs to be good quality in terms of being clean, well produced and mould-free, late-cut hay may be better as it is higher in fibre and lower in sugar. Avoid alfalfa unless you have a pregnant or nursing mare, or other special need animals. Make sure it's not old or spoiled, or your donkey could become sick. If you can afford chaff with additives that target hooves, coats, and so on, you may want to investigate the options available. Chaff tends to be suitable for older donkeys with teeth troubles, convalescing donkeys and nursing donkeys.  Be careful not to overfeed your donkey. Donkeys become ill with life-threatening diseases when they eat too much protein and other nutrient-rich food. Donkeys evolved in the arid and semi-arid areas of the Middle East and North Africa, and as a result can get all the nutrients they need from high fibre, scrubby pasture. When grass is too rich or abundant (think dairy or horse pasture), you might have to limit the area available to them to prevent them from eating too much and gaining too much weight. Rigging up a...

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Основные источники корма для ослов должны иметь низкое содержание сахара и быть богатыми клетчаткой. Ослам необходимо есть часто и понемногу (как и прочим лошадиным); они плохо себя чувствуют, если кормить их крупными порциями в один заход, например, давая утром и вечером по ведру корма. Ослы чувствуют себя счастливее всего при наличии больших пастбищ, по которым можно свободно бродить и пастись, чем они и занимаются большую часть времени. Отличной альтернативой роскошным пастбищам станет грунтовый загон или территория без травы, например, бетонная или песчаная площадка. Давайте ослам подходящее угощение. Ослы являются травоядными, поэтому им нельзя давать ничего мясного или рыбу. Спросите у ветеринара о диетических добавках;  они могут быть рекомендованы в зависимости от типа почв конкретного региона. Обеспечьте осла чистой свежей водой. Обеспечьте ослу сухой кров с твердыми полами. Если вы решите зимой использовать для осла попону (при сильных морозах или для престарелого животного), не забывайте регулярно ежедневно снимать ее для проверки возможного образования  потертостей на шкуре. Содержите зону кормления в чистоте.


Article in English: Barrel. The tighter the barrel the better your accuracy and consistency will be.  PDI, Laylax and Dees Custom make them. Marui also makes a precision barrel and chamber set which is quite good.      Hop Up Rubber. The Hop Up Rubber gives the BB back-spin increasing the range and accuracy. Nine Ball and FireFly make good ones.      Piston. The piston compresses the air in the cylinder. Some have air brakes which silence the gun but this reduces the power. The lighter and stronger your piston the better.      Spring. The stronger the spring, the faster the piston is forced forward, and the higher the muzzle velocity.  Get a good quality one. Laylax make great ones.      Hop Up Chamber. Most clone and Chinese guns come with poor chambers. Getting a good one will greatly improve accuracy. The Marui precision one for the VSR-10 is excellent.      Piston head. The piston head forces the air into the barrel, propelling your BB. For the VSR-10, PDI and Laylax make good ones.      Spring Guide. This stops the spring from jumping about. Most guns come with plastic ones. Get a metal one and it will last longer.      Cylinder. If you get a teflon or polished cylinder you will have an easier bolt pull. Teflon on your cylinder means you don't need to lube it.      Bolt Handle. If you have a big bolt handle it will be easier to cock your gun. Guarder makes them for the L96 and APS2. PSS10 makes them for the VSR-10.      Trigger sear. Don't be tempted to get a cheap trigger sear. If you fit a very strong spring change your trigger seat. It keeps the gun cocked. If it breaks your gun will not cock.      Piston sear. Catches the piston and is supported by the trigger sear. Has a lot less strain put on it than the trigger sear.      Spring Guide Stopper. Keeps the cylinder in place. You should also upgrade this when increasing the muzzle velocity.      Trigger mechanism. The best triggers are zero trigger. They require only a light trigger pull and are very strong. Comes with a spring guide stopper, piston sear and trigger sear.

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Следующие части могут быть модернизированы на однозарядных винтовках.


Article in English: Bartending might sound like a fun, carefree job, but it can also be very tiring and stressful at times. Consider whether you have the qualities of a good bartender:   Strong people skills. Bartending is an extremely social job. You must enjoy being around people of all different backgrounds and be prepared to interact with intoxicated patrons.      Good memory. Bartenders must memorize the recipes for hundreds of different kinds of cocktails and be able to keep track of which patron ordered what drink.  A good memory allows you to remember your regular patrons and their regular orders.  Knowing their drinks make them feel important and welcomed.  This leads to repeat business and better tips.      Sales skills. Most bartenders are paid minimum wage and rely on tips to make their money. Friendly, accommodating, and charismatic bartenders are most likely to receive good tips.      Ability to multi-task. Bartenders often serve several different customers at the same time, and must juggle mixing drinks with counting money and making change.  Ability to work under pressure. Bartending can be stressful, especially if you work at a busy bar and are the only bartender on duty. Bartenders are legally required to refuse service to patrons who are visibly intoxicated. Many bartenders do not realize that they can also be held legally responsible for accidents that may occur to a customer from over serving them.  If your drunk customer leaves and hurts themselves or someone else, you and the bar can be held responsible and this may include some big fines.   You will need to learn to recognize when a patron has had enough, and in some instances, ask him or her to leave the bar. This is another reason why taking an alcohol awareness course is such a good idea for bartenders. Intoxicated patrons can become defensive, rude, and even violent when confronted, so it's important that you have an assertive personality and not be too shy to stand up to these kinds of people. In addition to learning the "classics," bartenders must...

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Не забывайте о качествах, свойственных бармену. Ведите себя правильно с пьяными клиентами. Обновите свое мастерство.


Article in English: Baseboards accumulate dust that is kicked up from the floor, walls, and surfaces. Save them for last to prevent accidentally undoing all of your work.  You can of course just clean the baseboards, instead of the whole room, anytime. Baseboards don't need to be cleaned too often, so it may be easier to just do one room at a time each day/week that you clean. Get the basic dust and kick up anything under the sofa now, not after you've cleaned. Give yourself ample room to work by sliding the furniture back–you'll need to get low to the baseboards. Get into the groove between the baseboards and the wall and knock off the dust lodged there. Use the brush attachment to protect your surfaces, and the long, pointed attachment to get into the corners. Clean 6 to 8 inches (15 to 20 cm) out in front of the baseboard with the brush attachment. Then run quickly over the edge where the baseboards meet the wall.

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Если вы наводите порядок в комнате, займитесь плинтусами в последнюю очередь. Сдвиньте всю мебель к краю комнаты и пропылесосьте пол. Небольшой щеткой вытрите пыль с верхней кромки плинтуса. Пропылесосьте плинтусы шлангом с насадкой в виде круглой щетки. Пропылесосьте плинтус вдоль нижней его части, где он касается напольного покрытия.


Article in English: Based on a tenet of Buddhism, mindfulness involves meditation on the present, focusing on the world around without thinking about the future. By focusing only on the present, and what is around you, you can relax your concerns about the future. The Greater Good Science Center from UC Berkeley has several relatively easy mindfulness exercises you can do to get started.  Mindful breathing. While in a comfortable position (sitting, standing, or lying down), take slow, controlled breaths. Breathe naturally, and notice how your body feels and reacts while breathing. If your mind begins to wander, and think about other things, take notice, and redirect your attention back to breathing. Do this for several minutes.  Take a self-compassion break. Think about the situation causing you stress or doubt, seeing if you can feel the physical tension in your body. Acknowledge the pain and stress (GGSC suggests saying a phrase like "This is a moment of suffering"). State to yourself that suffering is a part of life, a reminder that others are having similar concerns. Finally, put your hands over your heart and state a self-affirming phrase (GGSC suggests "May I be kind to myself," or "May I accept myself as I am"). You can tailor the phrases you use here to your particular doubts or concerns.  Walking meditation. Find a lane where you can walk back and forth for 10-15 paces, either indoors or outdoors. Walk deliberately, pause and breath, then turn around and walk back. As you take each step, notice the different things your body does as you take a step. Take notice of the sensations you feel as your body moves, including your breathing, the feel of your feet against the ground, or sounds caused by your movement. This can help you avoid doubting your abilities because you might fail. You still might, but that doesn't have to be a bad thing. Nothing succeeds all the time. Instead of seeing failure as a setback, look at it as a lesson for the future. Redefine failure as "experience," feedback that tells you the areas in which...

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Тренируйте осознанность Измените свое восприятие неудач. Признавайте свои сильные стороны. Откажитесь от перфекционизма. Научитесь мириться с неопределенностью. Двигайтесь к цели небольшими шагами.


Article in English: Based on what you wear, he will assume things about your behavior, character and attitude.  Little tweaks in your outfit will send signals about who you are.  People who dress more formally tend to be perceived as smarter, and more successful. People with a more casual look come off as friendlier and more adventurous. You know what the outfit means to you, but the perceiver could form an entirely different opinion.  Choose a friend or two who you know will be honest with you and ask what they think of your outfit.  Don’t just ask if they like it, but ask what impression they get from you when you are wearing it.  What would it say about you if they had never met you before?  Try asking a guy friend so you can get a male perspective. Get more than one opinion, because your relationship to different friends can effect their perception of your outfit. Tone the outfit up or down, or change it entirely and start over based on your friend’s response. If you know that you and the boy have similar interests, wear something which will bring you together.  Certain clothing can identify you as being part of the group.  If you are both really into music, you could wear a band t-shirt. Put on the necklace, bracelet or skirt you got overseas to show you are a free-spirited adventurer. Cowboy boots will give off the impression of a country, outdoors type.  Doc Martens will set you off as more of a punk rocker. Remember this is not all about him, it’s about you too.  You want to attract the kind of boy that you like.  Your outfit is part of your own personal branding and says something about you.  Letting your personality shine through your outfit is going to help you find out if this boy is a good match right from the start.  Stick with your normal style rather than trying to change your look for the first meeting.  You want him to meet the real you. You don’t want to look completely different if the two of you decide to hang out again.

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Решите, какое впечатление вы хотели бы произвести. Узнайте мнение своих друзей. Включите элементы, которые будут ассоциировать вас с определенным сообществом. Будьте верны себе.


Article in English: Based on your self-evaluation, conduct a job search using keywords to define what you are looking for.   This includes using the advanced search option on many sites, in which you can specify title, company name and/or industry. You do not need to check these sites every few hours for new jobs posted. You can choose a schedule and check on a daily or weekly basis. Targeting specific companies is a quality over quantity tactic. It allows you to use your energy wisely and not waste time applying for jobs at companies you would not work for.   If you are very specific with your job search and the type of company you want to work for, you may find it easier to conduct research about potential companies and create a list of companies that you would definitely want to work for. You can then go down the list periodically (for example once a week) and search for jobs at the companies that best fit your qualifications. Research well-known companies in your area or location that you would like to work for and that would need your expertise. You can do this by using the company’s name as a keyword when conducting an internet search.   Then, read through the list of results to find articles published about or by them, company reviews, and social media profiles. Read through each company’s website to determine what the company is about and the type of culture they have. Create a list of all the companies that fit what you are looking for. They may not have an open position for you right now, but keep them on the list for the future. To help you get your name out there to the right companies, it may be helpful to seek assistance from a recruiter/headhunter.   These individuals can work on the behalf of multiple companies to find the right people to fill open positions. Recruiters/headhunters have significant connections and may know about job openings before they are even advertised on the web. Plus, companies that work with recruiters or headhunters may have a trusting relationship and provide your resume with a greater...

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Поищите работу на сайтах-сборниках вакансий, на сайтах компаний и в социальных сетях. Изучите вакансии конкретных компаний, в которых вы бы хотели работать. Сделайте список отобранных компаний. Свяжитесь со специалистами по подбору персонала. Расскажите знакомым про то, что ищете работу. Посещайте соответствующие встречи и мероприятия. Следите за ходом процесса трудоустройства!


Article in English: Basic human rights allow a person to ask for and accept help. Those same rights allow a person to reject the help he might need. This creates friction among everyone involved; and the more deteriorated the situation becomes, the more desperate you might feel.  How involved do you want to be in the process? If you are reading this right now, you are probably invested in making a difference in a person’s life. Plenty of people don’t want to get involved in helping someone who is addicted to drugs, so bravo to you for wanting to get involved. Healthy boundaries need to be discussed focusing on what is most helpful for the person with an addiction without being enabling. Behaviors that will enable a person with an addiction include but are not limited to: you ignore undesirable behavior; you lend the person money to buy drugs so he won't steal; you sacrifice your needs and desires to consistently help the person with an addiction; expressing your own emotions with difficulty; you lie to cover for the person with the addiction; you continue to provide help when it is unappreciated and unacknowledged. Tell the person with an addiction that you will help him and support him and his efforts to manage his addiction, but you will not engage in anything that promotes his continued use of the addictive substance. All the signs are there that he needs help. Now, it's time for you to show him the realities of the situation. Sometimes you need to compassionately force a person to consider the consequences of not getting help.  If you know he needs the help, but refuses, you can call the cops on the person to shock him into realizing he needs help. He doesn’t have to know you called the police. Warn the person by saying, "Jail is a horrible, dangerous, and disgusting place where no one cares about you. You don't want to go there. You will lose yourself in there and you might never recover." Show the person statistics and videos about drug addiction overdoses and traffic deaths caused by people who drive while intoxicated. Do...

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Определите, нуждается ли человек в помощи. Обсудите и установите ограничения. Убедите человека принять помощь. Спрячьте ключи от машины, чтобы он не смог сесть за руль. Проведите интервенцию. Предложите программу реабилитации. Посетите центр, подходящий для вас.


Article in English: Basically, this is the idea that people and their thoughts are made of energy that is received and reciprocated by the Universe.  Thus, if you emit positive energy, you will receive positive energy. If you emit negative energy, you will receive negative energy. For example, if you are waiting to hear back about a promotion at work and you have a positive outlook and are expecting the best outcome, then you will be informed that you did, in fact, get the promotion. If, however, you are harboring a negative outlook, you will hear that you did not get the promotion. The idea that "like attracts like" does not mean that just thinking about something will cause it to be mirrored in the person's life. You have to become a person who is able to actually manifest these things. Philosophical writer James Allen  wrote that a man becomes what he thinks about. However, this notion is only accurate if the man acts on those thoughts. Encouraging yourself to focus on positive thoughts will inevitably cause existing positive energy (thoughts) to renew itself and turn negative energy/thoughts into more positive energy, thereby enacting a very real change in your life.  Thoughts are powerful and have an incredible effect on how you respond to everything in life. But to truly use and understand The Law of Attraction, know that you will attract into your life what you want only after you start reflecting these desires in your own life. In other words, act like the kind of person who already has the thing you want. If you desire more money, don't just think about receiving more money, but "act as if" you are the type of person who makes the amount of money you desire. This simple mental change will bring about real change in your life.

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Узнайте, что на самом деле означает Закон Притяжения. Позвольте Закону Притяжения помочь вам достигнуть реальных изменений. Помните, что мысли – это энергия.


Article in English: Basil will flower after all the leaves on one stem are full-grown, but the herb loses some of its flavor after flowering occurs. The flowers appear in the middle of a bunch of leaves in a pyramid shape. Plan to prep and dry basil once all the leaves have sprouted, but before you see flowers on the stems.  Basil leaves have the most oil just before the plant flowers, so harvesting them at this point will ensure that the dried basil has as much flavor as possible.  Harvest at mid-morning. This is the best time to harvest because the plant has been watered but the sun has dried the leaves. Separate bunches of basil leaves and cut the individual leaves from the larger stem. Separating them will help you lay them flat and clean them properly. Leave a small length of stem, no more than an inch, at the bottom of each leaf to help you bundle them and tie them together. Rinse cut basil leaves under cold water before drying them. This will remove any dirt, chemicals or other debris that may have fallen onto the leaves while growing or while being shipped if your basil is store-bought. Lay the rinsed leaves on a paper towel and gently pat them dry with a second paper towel. Removing excess moisture before drying basil will prevent molding during the drying process.

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Соберите базилик до того, как он начнет цвести. Отрежьте листья базилика от стеблей. Тщательно промойте листья базилика. Просушите вымытые листья.


Article in English: Basil will flower after all the leaves on one stem are fully grown, but the herb loses some of its flavor after the flowering occurs. The flowers appear in the middle of a bunch of leaves in a pyramid shape. Prep and dry the basil once all the leaves have sprouted, but before you see flowers on the stems so your dried basil will retain its full flavor. Separate bunches of basil leaves and cut the individual leaves from the larger stem. Separating them will help you lay them flat and clean them properly. Leave a small length of stem, no more than an inch, at the bottom of each leaf to help you bundle them and tie them together. Rinse cut basil leaves under cold water before drying them. This will remove any dirt, chemicals or other debris that may have fallen onto the leaves while growing or while being shipped if your basil is store-bought. Lay the rinsed leaves on a paper towel and gently pat them dry with a second paper towel. Removing excess moisture before drying basil will prevent molding during the drying process. Group the prepped leaves in a bundle and tie them together at their stems with a rubber band or twist tie. Make more than one bundle if you have lots of basil leaves. Hang the bundles of basil from a hook or wall tack to dry. You don't have to hang them in your kitchen, but make sure you choose a place with freely circulating air and moderate sunlight to aid the drying process. Choose a room with a window that can be opened to let air and sunlight in and preferably one where bugs won't be able to get to your drying herbs. Your basil will be dried and ready to use in about two weeks or when the leaves are dark green, dry and brittle to the touch. If the leaves or stems still feel a little flexible, let them hang another week. Remove the rubber band or twist tie, separate the dried basil bundle and crumble the dried leaves with your fingers. Store them in a labeled jar or container for future use.

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Сушите базилик перед тем, как он зацветет. Срежьте листья базилика со стеблей. Хорошенько промойте листья. Высушите промытые листья. Соберите листья в пучки. Повесьте листья сушиться. Оставьте базилик висеть на две недели. Соберите свои сушеные травы.


Article in English: Basketball can be a lightning-fast game. During a fast break, for instance, offensive players usually don't have time to stop moving, calmly line up their shot, and make it when they're ready — instead, they either have to drive straight to the hoop and go for a lay-up or make a jump shot immediately. When a player goes straight from running into making a jump shot in one fluid motion without any pause, this is called a "pull-up jumper". Once mastered, this skill is a valuable one, as it allows you to make shots from virtually anywhere around the basket without giving the defense any time to react. To make a pull-up jumper, start off by dribbling at a fast jog or run down the middle of the court. As you near the free throw line, flare out a few feet to the side. Come to a balanced stop in rhythm with your steps as you bring the ball up into both hands. Without hesitating, immediately get low, jump, and shoot. Practice until you can pull this move off quickly without stopping at any point. What do you do when you get the ball off of a pass and a defender is immediately right behind you, blocking your path to the hoop? One way to get out of this situation is to use a technique called a turnaround shot. In a turnaround shot, the player with the ball pretends to go one way, then spins in the opposite direction and shoots as soon as he's facing the hoop. Most of the time, this will give him a small window during which he can shoot without the defender blocking him. To shoot a turnaround shot, start with your back to the hoop and a defender guarding you closely from behind. Back towards the hoop as you dribble and stay low until you're a comfortable shooting distance away from it. Take a step in the direction of your throwing hand as you drop your non-shooting foot back slightly. Quickly pivot around on your non-shooting foot and make your jump shot immediately. Many of the NBA's all-time greatest players had masterful fadeaway jump shots. As their name hints at, fadeaway shots are jump shots made when a player...

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Попробуйте выполнять внезапный прыжок. Тренируйте броски с разворотом. Тренируйте броски с отклонением от кольца. Тренируйте обманное движение.


Article in English: Basketball is a fast-paced game, and you won't have time to think about the mechanics of shooting while the clock is running down and your opponents are trying to steal the ball from you. It's important to practice shooting as much as you can, so that taking a shot - from the stance and grip to the jump and release - feels natural. Practice from many angles. Shoot from all sides of the basket and from a variety of distances, using the same form every single time, whether you're shooting from the 3-point line or closer to the basket. However, you should turn more and jump farther forward for a longer shot than a shorter one. After you're comfortable shooting on your own, get some friends together to have a basketball scrimmage, or join a league so you can play some games. Shooting during the pressure of a game is a little harder than doing it by yourself in your backyard, since you have to catch passes, dodge steals and be aware of the strategy your coach and the other players expect you to employ. However, if you practice the right form and develop good muscle memory, you'll be racking up the points in no time.

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Развивайте двигательную память. Тренируйтесь в условиях игры.


Article in English: Baskets can be made with any type of pliable reed, grass, vine or branch, but willow is a popular choice because it creates such a sturdy basket when it dries. You can cut your own willow or buy dried willow shoots from a craft store.  You'll need a great big bundle of thick, medium and thin shoots for the different parts of the basket. Make sure you have plenty of long, thin shoots - the longer the better, so you don't have to add new ones as often. If you cut your own willow shoots, you'll need to dry them before you use them. Willow shoots shrink when they dry the first time. Lay them out to dry for several weeks before using. In order to use willow shoots to weave, you'll need to rehydrate them to make them pliable. Soak the shoots in water for a few days, until they will easily bend without breaking. Choose several thick shoots that will serve as the basket's base. Use a hand pruner to cut 8 pieces of willow of equal lengths. The size of your base willow pieces will determine the circumference of your basket's bottom.  For a small basket, cut each length to 30 centimeter (11.8 in). For a medium basket, cut each length to 60 centimeter (23.6 in). For a large basket, cut each length to 90 centimeter (35.4 in). Start by laying one piece in front of you on your work surface. Use a very sharp knife to make a 5 centimeter (2.0 in) vertical slit in the center of the willow piece. Do the same with three more of the base pieces, so that you have 4 pieces with slits in the middle. This is the foundation of the basket base. Line up the 4 slitted pieces so that the slits are adjacent. Thread the 4 remaining pieces through the slits so that they lie flat and are perpendicular to the slitted pieces. You now have a cross shape composed of the 4 slitted pieces threaded through with the other 4 base pieces. This is called a slath. Each limb of the slath is called a spoke.

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Возьмите охапку ивовых прутьев. Замочите ивовые прутья. Нарежьте прутья для основания. Сделайте прорезь по центру четырех прутьев. Соберите основу.


Article in English: Bath bombs will keep their solid form as long as they are kept in a dry environment; however, the fresher a bath bomb is, the more it will fizz when you drop it into the bathtub. If you wait too long to use it, it will not fizz as much. If you purchase a bath bomb that contains eucalyptus oil, you can use it to help clear out your sinuses when you have a cold. Simply fill a tub with warm water, drop the bath bomb in, and hop in. Many bath bombs contain essential oils, which can help enhance your mood and make you feel relaxed, less stressed, or more awake. When choosing a bath bomb, look at the ingredient list to see what types of essential oils it contains. The essential oil is also responsible for the scent, so be sure to choose one that you like. Here are some common types of essential oils that can be found in bath bombs and their uses:  Lavender essential oil has a classic scent with fresh, floral notes. It may help reduce anxiety, depression, and stress. Rose essential oil is another classic scent with sweet, floral notes. Like lavender, it helps ease depression. Lemon essential oil has a fresh, clean scent. It is very uplifting and may leave you feeling fresh and energized. Peppermint and other minty essential oils have a cool, refreshing scent. They are great for easing headaches and nausea. They may also leave you feeling refreshed and energized. You can do this by dimming the lights in your bathroom and lighting a few candles. You can further enhance the mood by playing some soft music. Because you will be soaking in the tub for a while, you should consider bringing something with you. Here are some more ideas:  Relax with a book. Bring something to drink, such as champagne or hot tea. Bring something to eat, such as fruit or chocolate. Fold a soft towel and place it behind your head, neck, and shoulders before you lean back in the bathtub. This will make things more comfortable. Wear a face mask to the bathtub. By the time you have finished taking your bath, the face mask will have finished doing...

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Помните, что бомбочку нельзя хранить долго. Избавьтесь от заложенности носа. Проведите сеанс ароматерапии. Устройте себе спа-зону. Используйте бомбочку для ванны в качестве освежителя воздуха. Используйте бомбочку для душа.


Article in English: Bathe or shower every day using mild soap, warm water, and a loofa or washcloth. People with very short hair, very oily hair, or who sweat a lot should wash their hair daily. Otherwise, wash your hair two or three times a week to keep your hair healthy.  If you wash your hair too often, you'll strip away helpful oils that make your hair shiny and soft. If you have long hair, use a conditioner after shampooing to hydrate the ends of your hair. There is no specific age at which you should start wearing deodorant. However, if you're concerned about your body odor and you want to smell fresh, consider applying deodorant after you shower. Read the directions on the back of the deodorant to see how it should be applied. You can buy a stick of deodorant that is rubbed against your underarms or spray-on deodorant. Brush your teeth at least twice a day to keep your teeth healthy and your breath fresh. Use a clean toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste to brush your teeth. Additionally, floss once a day to help prevent gum disease.  Avoid eating sugary foods to prevent cavities from forming on your teeth. If you have any concerns about your teeth, visit your dentist. A part of looking fresh is having clean, well-groomed nails. First, wash your hands after using the bathroom, touching something dirty, or petting an animal. Use a small nail brush and soap to clean dirt out from under your nails. Alternatively, use a toothpick or small wooden wand to remove dirt from under your nails.  Keep your nails trimmed to avoid snagging them on your clothing or scratching yourself.  Paint your nails to add a pop of color to your look. Additionally, nail polish can hide any stubborn stains on your nails.

Summary in Russian:

Ежедневно принимайте ванну или душ. Используйте дезодорант. Чистите зубы. Следите за чистотой ногтей.


Article in English: Bathe your dog or cat using a gentle shampoo or a citrus-based dishwashing liquid. You can also use a commercial flea dip. Fleas don't grasp onto your pet's hair shaft, so they will fall into the water and drown.  Bathing is unfortunately not enough to stop a flea infestation. Other fleas in the environment may jump back onto your pet once they are dry. It is important to follow the bath with medication as well. After the bath, comb your pet with a flea comb. You'll also want to use a flea comb every time your pet is treated for fleas. Ask your groomer to clip your pet's hair or shave it shorter prior to other treatments. That way, the insecticide can reach your pet's skin where the fleas live and can make the flea comb more effective. Talk to your vet about sprays and spot on that you can apply to your pet's skin. Different medications will come in different forms (oral medication your pet must swallow or topical treatments you apply to their fur) and they will do different things. For instance, Program doesn't kill fleas but prevents them from breeding, and is therefore best for a mild infestation. Oral products such as Capstar and Nexgard kill fleas, but Capstar only works for 24 hours, whereas Nexgard is effective for 30 days. Ask your vet which treatment is best for your pet.  Be sure to use the correct dosage made specifically for your pet, as your pet can have a serious reaction to an overdose. Never use dog flea prevention on a cat, as a cat's nervous system can only handle feline flea preventative. Give the flea preventative on the same day that you treat your house and yard for fleas for maximum effectiveness. Washing will significantly reduce the number of flea eggs and larvae on the bedding and cloth items and will make your insecticide more effective.  The wash cycle will not kill the fleas, but it may eject some of the eggs through the drain.  The dry cycle, on normal for over 30 minutes, will kill the eggs and any fleas remaining on the cloth. Do this all at the same time, removing everything...

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Для начала, искупайте их. Лечите вашего питомца таблетками или лекарствами местного применения. Постирайте кроватку вашего питомца, и любую другую одежду, которая могла валяться на полу. Разрешите вашим питомцам свободно гулять по дому, после того, как вы его обработали против блох. Старайтесь, как можно меньше выпускать ваших питомцев на протяжении 30 дней после лечения. Используйте средства от блох, каждые 30 дней.


Article in English: Bathing daily can keep the bacteria that live on your skin in check. These bacteria cause body odor related to excessive sweating, so reducing their number can help you avoid smelling sweaty.  Washing with soap after a workout or other rigorous activities is especially important. Washing away sweat and bacteria after exercising can also help control acne.  While bathing daily is good, try to keep showers short. Long, hot showers can dry out your skin and cause acne or irritation. You can find astringent skin care products that contain tannic acid at pharmacies and wherever hygiene products are sold. Apply a thin layer to the areas of your body that sweat excessively, such as your underarms or feet. Read your product's instructions, and use it as directed.  You could also try brewing strong black tea, which contains tannic acid. Soak a washcloth in the tea or apply the tea bags directly to your skin. Clinical strength antiperspirants can cause irritation or worsen eczema and atopic dermatitis, but tannic acid can help minimize these effects. Chili peppers, hot sauce, and other spicy items can cause sweating, so try to avoid them. If you notice that you start sweating when you eat spicy food, steer clear of them, especially when you’re out and about. Additionally, onions and garlic can make your sweat smell unpleasant. Take note if you tend to sweat more when you drink caffeinated coffee or tea, or when you drink alcohol. If necessary, avoid these substances, especially when you’re out in public. Keep in mind caffeine is also found in chocolate, so you might need to cut back on sweet treats, too. When you feel overwhelmed or stressed out, breathe in deeply as you count to 4, hold for a 4 count, then exhale slowly for an 8 count. As you control your breathing, imagine you're in a comfortable setting, like a soothing place from your childhood. Try doing relaxation techniques before and during stressful situations, like public speaking or going to the dentist. Try keeping a sweat journal to track what causes you...

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Ежедневно купайтесь и соблюдайте правила личной гигиены. Наносите на критические места средства, в состав которых входит дубильная кислота. Воздерживайтесь от острой пищи. Ограничьте потребление кофеиносодержащих и алкогольных напитков. Если потоотделение связано со стрессом, попробуйте расслабляющие техники. Проследите, что вынуждает вас потеть.