Problem: Article: Get permission from your daughter before you start planning any events, and offer her some options so she can choose what would be best for her. Keep in mind that the whole point is to make your daughter feel positively about her period. Make any party plans together. Don't get upset if your daughter's ideas for the party are super different from your own. It's her party, and she should be the one who gets to control it. Invite some of her friends over for a slumber party and keep things low-key but fun. Let the girls celebrate in their own way. Having these positive and supportive parties could become a new tradition among your daughter and her close friends! Some girls may cringe at the thought of celebrating her period with her friends (or, even worse, your friends). If that's the case, celebrate with just the two of you. This may mean more to some girls. There are lots of foods that can help your daughter through any tough symptoms that came along with her first period. Nuts, leafy greens, and foods that are high in iron or potassium are all great for keeping her healthy and happy during her cycle. Set out a few bowls of sunflower seeds and walnuts. Drizzle them with a little honey to add some sweetness. Serve a big spinach salad and make a banana bread for dessert. You can also ask your daughter if there are any foods that would satisfy her cravings. Chocolate brownies could be a big hit. If a period-themed menu appeals to your daughter's sense of humor, get a little silly with the food and drinks. Plan a menu that celebrates your daughter's period by choosing red foods and drinks, or dishes that symbolize fertility. A sample menu could include mini-quiches (which have lots of eggs in them), spaghetti and red sauce, and red velvet cupcakes. You can also serve cranberry juice or even sparkling pink lemonade. If it's winter, go for the egg nog! If you've planned a slumber party for several girls, they're not going to want to rub each other's bellies. But giving each other a nice shoulder and neck rub relaxes tense muscles, and this, too, can help with menstrual cramps. If it's just you and your daughter, you can talk about other ways to ease cramps. This could include showing her how to lightly rub her lower belly, or giving her a heating pad.
Summary: Ask your daughter what she wants to do to celebrate. Throw a party if your daughter is social and outgoing. Plan a one-on-one night if your daughter is private. Plan a period-friendly menu to make her feel better. Get corny with the menu if your daughter wants a laugh. Set up a massage train to ease cramps.

Problem: Article: Write the address on the side that doesn't have a flap or a seal. There shouldn't be more than a sliver of space between the edge of the envelope and the return address. Start with your first name, then write out your last name. Only use a nickname or middle name if that's what you generally use in your official correspondence. When in doubt, include both your first name and a middle or nickname. You might write, "Mr. John "Jimmy" Reynolds," for example. If you're sending official correspondence from your institution, use the next line or 2 to communicate that to your recipient. Then they'll know exactly what to expect when they open the envelope! So, for example, you could write, "Human Relations Dept." on 1 line and "General Electric" on the next line. The house number should come first, followed by the street name. Be sure you're using the correct information, including the direction if that's part of the street address. Even something like putting "Drive" instead of "Rd." could send your envelope to the wrong place. Expect a typical house number and street address to look something like, "6100 Cortaderia St. NW." Be aware that the direction may come before or after the street name. Consult your local post office if you're unsure where to place the direction. If you have a P.O. Box, write this down instead. This will keep the lines of your return address from straying too far to the center of the envelope. Use the abbreviations "apt" and "ste" to keep the address nice and trim. Double check the abbreviation by visiting: https://pe.usps.com/text/pub28/28apb.htm. Proofread your address once you've written it down to make sure you didn't flip a number or 2 in the zip code. This last line should look something like, "Valdosta, GA 31602." If your envelope can't make it to the recipient for some reason, it'll be returned to you. To ensure this happens, it's important for your address to be accurate. Don't rush through writing your own address just because you know it so well!
Summary: Ensure the envelope is face-up. Write the return address in the top left corner. Use your full name. Add the name of a company or department if you need to. Stick the house number and street address on the next line. Put apartment or suite numbers on a separate line. End with the city, state, and zip code.

Problem: Article: You'll need to find a convenient dry place to store your vodka if you'll be using it frequently. If you're considering long-term storage, the place you choose doesn't necessarily need to be convenient. Decide if you want to store the vodka along with other liquors or if you only need space to store a bottle or 2. Popular ways to store vodka include: A shelf or cupboard in your kitchen A liquor cabinet A small or full bar When you've decided where to put the vodka, check to see if you can store the bottle so that it stands upright. If you have to store the vodka bottle on its side, it's more likely to leak so think about storing it somewhere else. If your bottle of vodka is stopped with a cork, it's even more important to store it upright. If the vodka is on its side and comes into contact with the cork for a long time, the alcohol can slowly eat away at the cork and cause your bottle to leak. Regardless of if you're storing the vodka for short-term or long-term use, you should store it at a consistent temperature. The temperature shouldn't fluctuate throughout the day from hot to cold. Instead, aim for a constant temperature of 60 to 65F unless you want to store it in the freezer. If you want to store the vodka for the long term, the basement is a good choice (unless it's right next to a boiler). Avoid storing in extremely hot areas like attics. Although alcohol will actually freeze at very low temperatures, your home freezer won't be able to get that cold. You can store vodka in your freezer if you'd like chilled vodka for drinks. However, freezing the vodka may cause it to seem thicker, though the flavor shouldn't be affected. Vodka that's been chilled and slightly thickens may actually be better for drinking since it fully coats your mouth. This is especially important if it's in a clear bottle. Not only will sunlight speed up evaporation once the bottle is opened, but it can change the taste of the vodka if it's stored in sunlight for a very long time. For the best storage, keep your vodka in a dark place. If you're storing your vodka (and any other liquors or wine) in a dark place, make sure you have good lighting when you need it. This way, you'll be able to turn on the light and see your collection. If you have to store the bottle in some sunlight, wrap the bottle in black cloth. This will minimize the amount of light reaching the vodka.
Summary:
Select a place that's easy to access. Try to store the bottle upright. Find somewhere with a consistent temperature. Use the freezer if you want chilled vodka. Avoid storing your vodka in direct sunlight.