Now that you've got your eye on someone, you need to show him how you feel. Start by saying hi and giving him a big smile when you run into him. Show him how happy you are to see him! If you have time, start a conversation with your crush and ask him questions to get to know him better. Try to ask open-ended questions, which are questions that can't be answered with a simple yes or no.. An open-ended question could be something like, "So, why is Star Wars your favorite series of all time?" You're probably sitting a lot throughout the school day, so why not make the most of that time by sitting next to him? Sit next to him at lunch, on the bus, in class, or at the football game. Of course, it's best not to sit next to him all the time--you might scare him away. However, sitting next to him now and then will give him a hint. You can even save him a seat if you're feeling extra bold! Flirting might seem pretty confusing, but it can actually be pretty simple! A good way to start is by touching him lightly on the arm when you're talking. You should also make eye contact, smile, and do a little playful teasing! Say something funny like, "Wow, you're pretty good at soccer...almost as good as my little sister!" Make sure you keep the teasing lighthearted. If it seems like you're hurting his feelings, back off. Like his photos on Instagram, tag him in funny memes, and keep up your Snapchat streak. Moderation is key, though. Liking posts from months ago and sending him an endless stream of Snapchats may look a little creepy. You shouldn't be in constant communication with your crush, or you could seem clingy. Instead, text him every of couple days talking about something funny that happened at school or wishing him luck on his baseball game. Don't appear too eager when responding to his messages. Play hard-to-get by waiting a few minutes to respond to some of them. Make sure you're texting each other equally. If you're always the one who has to initiate the conversation, it's a bad sign. Once you and your crush are on a friendly basis, offer to do favors for him. Maybe he needs a ride to the school play, and your mom has an extra seat in the car. If he forgot his lunch, offer him your extra yogurt. Basically, you should try to be a good friend.

Summary: Say hi when you pass him in the halls. Ask him questions. Sit by him. Flirt with him. Use social media to flirt. Keep your texts fun and casual. Help him out when he needs it.

What better way is there to learn about birding, than from other birders? Look at audubon.org or check with your local nature conservatory to find bird watching groups you can join. Also consider informal groups, like those you'd find through Meetup. The more sets of eyes and ears there are, the more birds you'll find, especially if you go with bird watchers who are more experienced than you are. Going out into the field means you're going into a lot of the same areas you'd be in if you were hiking. Stick with the same type of breathable, loose clothes and sturdy boots you'd wear for long treks through forests or fields. Wear waterproof boots, so you'll be prepared if you encounter puddles or mud. Wear dark, neutral colors, like brown and gray, so you don't frighten birds away. Bright or white colors enhance movement around them. Loud talking or laughing can cause birds to flee before you even get close. Put your phone on silent, and speak softly or use hand signals and gestures to communicate with a group. Don't be tempted to yell "Look over here!," no matter how excited you get by spotting a rare bird. A whisper can often communicate the same thing. Avoid flash and camera noises. Depending on where you're located and what birds you're trying to spot, the time of day you venture out can greatly impact successful birding. A lot of birds wake in the early morning hours when the sun first rises because they've been nesting all night and want breakfast. Others are not as dependent on the sun, especially if it's summertime and the days are longer. Songbirds are normally spotted two hours after sunrise and right before sunset. Hawks and eagles are best seen when the sun first rises. Spot ducks any time of day. Shorebirds are out when ocean tides change. If you don't want to join a birding group or take long walks through potentially thorny forests, you can enjoy bird watching from your own backyard. Use bird feeders filled with food for species you'd like to see. Sit by a window and enjoy the scenery. Start with simple black oil sunflower seeds and diversify with things like mealworms and fruit. Place a birdbath or fountain in your yard. Birds love shallow or running water.

Summary: Find a birding group. Dress appropriately. Be quiet. Go at the right time. Lure birds to you.

During the dormant period while your plants are in a cool location, check them at least every 2 weeks. Remove any part of the bulb that is black or off colored. Check for foul smells and remove any diseased or damaged pieces. If the bulbs are dry to the touch mist them with a spray bottle and place them back into the moist soil. After the cool months arrive, take out the bulbs and give them a final inspection. Throw away any shriveled, black, mushy, or bad smelling bulbs. Also you'll want to toss any bulbs that didn't produce bulblets while in storage. Place the bulbs back into the ground and cover them. They should bloom in the spring and when dug up the next year will have 20-30 bulblets growing from the sides.

Summary: Check your bulbs often. Inspect your bulbs before planting them back in the ground. Re-plant the bulbs.

Exercise can be beneficial for hip pain, but it is important to do exercises that are low-impact. These exercises are less likely to agitate your hips and lead to more hip pain. For example, if you are considering getting a stair machine, then it would be important to make sure that the machine has a low-impact setting, such as shorter strides and gentle steps. High resistance is more likely to agitate your hips and intensify pain. Make sure that the machine you choose has an option for low resistance. If the machine's resistance cannot be adjusted, then it might not be a good option. Ensuring that the machine has multiple, stable hand placements is also important. This will help to make it easier to stabilize yourself on the machine, which may make the exercise easier on your hips. Check the hand placements on the machine to ensure that they are stable. Another way to determine if a machine will be good or bad for your hip pain is to check your foot placement. Machines that have poor foot placements will put extra stress on your knees, which may also agitate your hips. To check the foot placements of an exercise machine, step onto the machine and look down at your feet. If you cannot see your toes, then the foot pedals are not well placed. For stationary bikes, you should be able to adjust the seat ensure a comfortable position.
Summary: Select machines that offer low-impact exercise options. Choose a machine with low resistance settings. Look for machines with multiple hand placements. Check your foot placement when you stand on the machine.