If there are a few stains that won't come off with regular cleaning, then you can try treating them with nail polish remover or rubbing alcohol. Rub the stain with a cloth that has been dipped in rubbing alcohol or nail polish remover. Always test the fabric before applying to stains to ensure that it does not leave a mark. In order to do this, you will need to apply baking soda to the stain and let it sit over night. The baking soda will absorb any grease from the leather. The next day, simply wipe the surface with a clean cloth. To do this, wipe off any loose dirt or dust, then wet your shoes using a damp cloth. Next, dab a small amount of toothpaste onto your shoes and rub in using your fingers. Pay close attention to any stains or scuff marks. Scrub any tough stains with an old toothbrush. Then, wipe away the toothpaste using a damp cloth. Let the shoes dry in a warm spot. Combine lemon juice with cream of tartar. Mix together, adjusting the amounts, until a paste is formed. Rub the mixture onto the stain and let sit for approximately half an hour. Then, remove the mixture with a sponge and wipe with a clean cloth.

Summary: Remove stains with nail polish remover or rubbing alcohol. Remove grease stains with baking soda. Use toothpaste to clean leather shoes. Make a lemon juice and cream of tartar cleaner.

Also make a list of the things that you like about yourself. Tape the list to your bedroom wall or bathroom mirror. Every morning, read the list to remind yourself of how great you are. If you find yourself thinking that you aren't good enough for college or that no one will want to be friends with you, then reverse these thoughts. Instead, tell yourself, "I am good enough for college," or "Many people would love to be friends with me because I am a great friend." If wearing makeup helps you feel more confident, then wear makeup. If smiling and greeting your classmates makes you feel more confident, then greet them. If joining a club or volunteering helps you feel more confident, then join a club or volunteer. By doing the things that help you feel more confident, you will be more confident. New people and places can make you feel alone and unsure at times. However, understand that you aren't the only one who feels this way. Try to reach out and befriend other classmates, or call your high school friends if you need someone to talk to. If you cannot seem to shake your loneliness, make an appointment with a counselor on campus. A counselor can help you work through hard times.

Summary: Make a list of your strengths. Reverse negative thoughts. Do the things that make you feel confident. Realize that you are not alone.

Remember that crying is one of the only forms of communication that an infant can access, and it is a consistent indicator of need. Put yourself in the mindset of the child and consider what could be causing discomfort. Some common reasons that babies cry are: Hunger: Most newborns require feeding every two to three hours around the clock. The need to suckle: Infants have a natural instinct to latch and suckle as this is how they derive nourishment. Loneliness. Babies require social interaction to develop into happy, healthy children and will often cry when they want affection. Tiredness. Newborn infants need frequent naps, sometimes sleeping as much as 16 hours of the day. Discomfort: Think about the context of the crying episode and what your child's experience may be in order to anticipate normal needs and desires. Over-stimulation: Too much noise, movement or visual stimulation can overwhelm infants, causing them to cry. Illness. Often the first sign of illness, allergy, or injury is that the infant cries and does not respond to soothing. Unlike the guessing game we play with infants, children have access to more sophisticated forms of communication and we can ask, "What is wrong?" This doesn't necessarily mean that they are capable of communicating like adults, though, so it's important to ask simple questions and read between the lines when a child seems unable to describe a problem in detail. Younger children can have difficulty answering questions when upset, so it is important for parents and caregivers to pay attention to the context and physical condition of the child when they are crying. If the child is hurt or unhappy, it can help to distract them from the pain until it subsides. Try to refocus their attention on something they like. Determine if and where injury may have occurred, but ask about every part of her body except for where they are actually hurt. This requires them to think about those body parts rather than the one which hurts, creating a distraction. Children often cry in response to discipline or after negative interactions with an adult or a peer. When this occurs, determine whether action is warranted to mediate the situation (e.g. put fighting children in time-out) but always remind the child they are safe and loved, in spite of conflict. All children will behave badly from time to time. However, if the child uses crying, anger, or shouting in an attempt to receive what they want, it is important to prevent the association between bad behavior and satisfaction. If your toddler or child is throwing a tantrum, remove the child to a quiet room and let them remain there until the tantrum passes, returning them to a social environment when the anger has passed. If the upset child is old enough to walk and follow commands, ask the child to go to their room, reminding them that they are allowed to return, tell you what they want, and why they are upset once they calm down. This also teaches the child productive coping strategies for anger and disappointment while still ensuring the child feels loved and respected.

Summary: Know why infants cry. Ask the child questions. Notice if the child is injured. Offer distractions. Reassure the child. Time out.

Take a cucumber that's been washed, and use a vegetable peeler to remove all of the skin. Next, cut the cucumber into -inch (1.3-cm) slices with a sharp knife. To wash the cucumber, rinse it under cool, running water. Dry it with a clean towel or piece of paper towel. If you prefer, you can leave the skin on the cucumber. Pour 6 cups (1.4 l) of water into the pitcher, and mix in the cucumber slices with a wooden spoon. Next, add enough ice to fill the pitcher and give the mixture another stir. For the best taste, use bottled or filtered water in your spa water. Once you have the water and cucumbers in the pitcher, allow the mixture to sit so the cucumber flavor has time to infuse the water. Leave it alone for at least one hour or up to four hours before pouring it into glasses and serving. Place the spa water in the refrigerator while you're infusing the water to ensure that it's chilled for serving.
Summary: Peel and slice a cucumber. Add the water, cucumber, and ice to a pitcher For the spa water, you'll need a pitcher that holds approximately 2-quarts (1.9 l). Allow the water mixture to sit for a couple of hours before serving.