Article: Wash 2 heads of romaine lettuce and thoroughly dry them. Use a large knife to carefully cut each head of lettuce in half. Place one half of lettuce on each plate. Set aside the lettuce while you prepare the rest of the salad. If you have large heads of lettuce, you may want to cut each half in half so you end up with true wedges. Cut 1 1/2 cups (223 g) of cherry tomatoes in half or quarter pieces. Put them in a mixing bowl along with cup (100 g) of chopped cucumber with the seeds removed and cup (150 g) of chopped celery (from about 2 ribs). Add cup (33 g) of pitted and halved Kalamata olives and 1 very thinly sliced shallot. Stir all of the vegetables with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Set the mixture aside. Whisk together cup (60 ml) of extra-virgin olive oil, 2 to 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of tahini, and 2 to 3 cloves of pressed or minced garlic in a small prep bowl. Keep whisking until the dressing is combined and smooth. Taste the dressing and add about 1/2 teaspoon of salt (or more) and pepper to taste. Scoop a few large spoonfuls of the seasoned vegetable mixture over each wedge or half of romaine lettuce on the serving plates. Drizzle the lemon tahini dressing over each salad so the dressing coats the lettuce. Garnish the salads with cup (37 g) of crumbled feta cheese and cup (5 g) of finely chopped fresh mint or basil. Offer your guests steak knives which can help cut the lettuce wedges.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Wash and cut the romaine lettuce into wedges. Toss the vegetables in lemon juice and salt. Combine the lemon tahini dressing. Assemble the Greek wedge salads.
Article: You can reinforce your toddler's schedule by creating a poster or image of the schedule and placing it in their room. This way, your child can look at the schedule every day and know exactly what the plan is. You can also refer to the schedule throughout the day to remind your toddler what they should expect. You may also include photographs of your toddler doing each action, such as a photo of your child at play time or a photo of your child eating at the dinner table. This can serve as visual reinforcement of the schedule. Use a clothespin or other marker to note which part of the schedule you are on, moving the marker throughout the day. This can help ease transitions and let your child know that to expect. A poster of the schedule can also be useful if you have more than one child in your household. Your children may be on different schedules, depending on their ages and needs. Having posters of each schedule, with visual images of each child, can help make it easier for your children to follow their own individual schedules. Though it is important that you maintain a set schedule for your toddler, you should not be too rigid or set about the schedule. You want your toddler to learn consistency and stability but you also want to be sure they can be adaptable in the event of a change. You may introduce small changes to their schedule, like swapping out late morning reading time for a walk outside or having lunch picnic style outside on a nice day. Including small changes can keep your toddler's days fun and interesting. You should still maintain a few non-negotiables in the routine so there is still a level of consistency. You may maintain the same wake up times, eating times, and bedtimes, but vary the activities between these times. Observe how your child adjusts to the schedule and make changes if necessary. For instance, if your child seems sleepy during lunchtime, you may need to move their lunchtime up so they can take an earlier nap. You should also try to vary up who does what for your toddler throughout the day. Adding variety in terms of who does what role in your toddler's schedule will ensure they do not become too dependent on one person. Maybe alternate nights where your partner or a family member puts your toddler to bed so they do not too dependent on you always being there at bedtime. You may also change up who serves your toddler lunch so other family members are involved in their routine. You may also have a babysitter come by a few times a week to give your toddler dinner and put them to bed so they get used to having people outside the family involved in their routine. You should make sure your toddler's schedule includes enough time for them to have fun, explore, learn, and engage with you on an intimate level. You should also make sure your toddler feels they are benefitting from the schedule in tangible ways. Use the routines in their schedule as incentives so your toddler is more interested in the schedule and follows it willingly. For example, you may make sure there is enough one on one time with your toddler throughout their daily routine so they feel they are benefitting from the schedule. You may also include some of their favorite activities in the play time slots of the schedule so they are excited for their routine.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Create a poster of the schedule. Be flexible when needed. Add variety to the schedule. Include incentives for your toddler to follow the schedule.
Article: Carbon dioxide, or CO2, can safely and effectively lower and stabilize your pool's pH. A variety of CO2 systems for pools are available, some of which can automatically analyze your pool's pH and adjust their output accordingly. These devices are available through specialty pool and spa supply stores. Some CO2 systems are fully automated, while others have to be controlled manually. Consult a specialist at a pool supply store to determine what type of CO2 system is best for your pool. These systems can be expensive, ranging in price from $300-$10,000 USD. However, a CO2 system may ultimately save you money, since it minimizes the need for frequent pH and chlorine adjustments. Unless you have a lot of experience installing pool equipment, it is probably best to have a pool technician install the CO2 system for you. Consider consulting a professional before you purchase a CO2 system, so that they can help you determine whether the system is a good fit for your pool. Since CO2 can raise your pool's total alkalinity, it is best not to use a CO2 system if your water already has a high total alkalinity (i.e., if water tests reveal it is over 125 ppm). CO2 is also less effective at lowering pH if your water is hard. Consult a pool technician to determine if your water conditions are right for a CO2 system.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Purchase a CO2 system for safer pH control. Have a professional install your system. Avoid using a CO2 system if your water is hard or high in total alkalinity.