Notice when she acts strange or distant. Is it when you start talking about the new girl in class? Maybe she's jealous. Or does she sigh every time you say you're playing video games? Maybe she wishes you'd spend more time with her. Analyze the signals to see if you can uncover the issue. Listen to the tone in her voice or any changes in how she communicates with you. For example, if she usually texts you back right away but doesn't respond to messages whenever you mention meeting her mom, maybe you need to slow down the pace. Additionally, watch her nonverbal cues to help you understand what she's feeling. For example, she may be pulling away from you and refusing to make eye contact if she's upset. Do not ask her friends if they know what's wrong. It could backfire if they tell her and she interprets it as you going behind her back! Figure out when she has a chunk of time available, preferably at least 30 minutes so you don't feel rushed. Ask if you can get together to talk somewhere that you won't be interrupted or overheard, like at the park or in your living room. For example, call her and say, "Hi Ally. Do you think you could come over to my house tomorrow after school for like an hour?" Though you may feel awkward or nervous, it's best not to beat around the bush. Tell your girlfriend that you're worried you're going to lose her or that it feels like something about your relationship has changed. Be as specific as possible, but try not to blame her. You could say, "I feel some distance in our relationship and it worries me. Have I done something to upset you?" or "Has something been bothering you lately?" Don't say things like "you always do this" or "you never do this." Shifting the blame may make her feel defensive, which can make it harder to work out the problem. Instead, give her examples of what you're talking about. Say, "I noticed that you've been really quiet the last few times that we've hung out. Is something wrong?" or "I feel like you're not that into me anymore. Have your feelings changed?" Sit in a relaxed position with your arms uncrossed and your body relaxed so she feels comfortable. Maintain eye contact to convey that you're listening and that you're interested. You can also lean in slightly or hold her hand to show you're completely focused on her. Avoid negative signals, like looking away, pursing your lips, or furrowing your brow. Even if she starts accusing you or if she says the problem is your fault, let her talk and get it out. Don't become defensive. Sit and listen to her and try to put yourself in her shoes so you can understand where she's coming from. If you don't understand why she's upset or if you aren't sure what she expects from you, ask! Be open and honest while you talk and ask her to do the same. You can also ask questions to show her that you're listening. For instance if she says, "I'm just a little frustrated because we never get to spend time alone," you could respond with, "I didn't realize it bothered you that we do stuff with our friends so often. Do you want to set aside a few nights a week just for us?"

Summary: Pay attention to her behavior to figure out what's bothering her. Find a time and place for the two of you to talk privately. Address the issue directly. Use "I" statements and specific examples to keep the focus on the issue. Maintain open and friendly body language so she doesn't feel attacked. Be a good listener by allowing her to share her feelings. Ask questions if you need clarification or don't understand her point of view.

Then, add an oval-shaped body. Then, draw two small ovals below it for the legs. Add pointed lines in the edges of the ovals to make the claws. Make pointed curves below the head to complete it. Draw curves inside and on the edges of the wings and tail to simulate the feathers.

Summary: Draw a circle-oval for the head. Draw an inverted triangle and a small circle beside it for the beak. Draw a large oval with the top wider than the bottom for the body. Draw two curves connecting the head to the body. Draw a triangle for the right wing and a large trapezoid for the left wing. Draw a series of ovals for the feet. Draw an irregular diamond below the body for the tail. Based on the outlines, draw the head and beak along with the eyes. Complete the body and feet based from the outlines, darken necessary outlines and draw details. Complete the wings and tail based on the outline. Delete the unnecessary outlines. Color your eagle!

Take that one cup of raisins in the original recipe and cut it in half. Now figure out what you want to replace it with! The following options will all go nicely with the raisins, but you can just as easily substitute these ingredients for all of the raisins if you wanted to: Chocolate chips or chunks (white and dark chocolate go particularly well) Chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds Dried cranberries This thick, rich, and dark syrup matches beautifully with the spiced flavors of a good oatmeal raisin cookie. This fantastic cookie takes all of the joys of a good oatmeal raisin cookie and blasts it with a fresh, spiced, and always delicious burst of sweet Indian spices. Add the following spices and, if you're really feeling culinary, let the raisins steep in a cup of chai tea for 15 minutes as well: 1 teaspoon each of cardamom, cinnamon, ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon each of ground ginger, nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Both sweet and savory, the addition of vanilla salt, often sold as "vanilla fleur de sel," will bring out a richness and slight saltiness that will elevate the cookies from simple desert to decadent snack. The texture will stay roughly the same, but you'll get the sweet, slightly tropical touch of coconut flavor that will take any guests by welcome surprise. You can add as much or as little as you want, though at least 1-1/2 cups of oats is best to help the cookies keep their shape. You won't need the hand mixer, and can instead mix by hand. Add the following ingredients together and mix until it forma a paste, then mix in everything else like normal: 1/2 cup applesauce 4 tablespoons almond butter 4 tablespoons ground flax seed
Summary: Add a little more than just raisins to the batter. Add 1-2 tablespoons of molasses, removing the corresponding amount of brown sugar, for a more tangy, maple taste. Spice up your cookies with an invigorating chai spice blend. Add 1 tablespoons of a vanilla salt, or triple the salt in the recipe, and add dark chocolate for an incredibly subtle treat. Consider adding in a cup of shredded coconut in place of a cup of the oats. Make vegan oatmeal raisin by substituting out the butter for flax, almond butter, and applesauce.