Whether you've measured your head, tried on hats, or both, you might find that you fall in between sizes. If this happens to you, you should always round up. Hats generally shrink. They don't stretch. You can purchase hat filler from almost any hat shop. Hat filler consists of foam lining that is adhesive on one side. You can stick 1, 2, or 3 pieces of hat filler into your hat to help make it the perfect size for you. If you don't want to do this yourself, an associate at your local hat shop can probably do it for you. The hat lining attaches to the sweatband of the hat. Hat lining is generally not removable. Attempting to remove it yourself could damage the hat. Hats are prone to shrinking over time. If your hat is a little too big, you can speed up this process. Use a squirt bottle to mist your hat with water, then leave it in a warm place for several hours (such as near a heat vent or inside a hot car). Repeat this method 2-3 times until your hat feels right.
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One-sentence summary -- Choose the larger size. Add "filler" to your hat. Shrink your hat with moisture and heat.

Start thinking of what to preach about as soon as possible. Give yourself at least one week, if not longer. When possible, it's actually wiser to start searching and planning a couple of weeks in advance. It can take a while before the right passage reveals itself, and even longer to prepare the right sermon around that passage. The words you preach need to be the result of thought and discernment, and not an emotional reaction. Ask God for guidance. Since you'll be preaching God's truth, you should wait for God to reveal the truth He wants you to preach on. Make a conscious effort to be in communion with God as you attempt to discern the right topic. Take a walk in the park as you pray. Meditate as you shower. Spend a few minutes thinking about it in the quiet morning hours. Either a specific passage or a specific topic will come to mind. Both options can be useful as long as you keep the message centered around the Scriptures. If a topic comes to mind before an actual verse does, start looking for passages that directly talk about that topic. Comb through several different options until you find one that jumps out at you. If a passage jumps out at you before a topic does, apply this step in reverse. Comb through the passage looking for its meaning. Once you latch onto the theme of the passage, consider looking up short supporting passages to note along with it. Don't be discouraged if you hit a dead end while pursuing one possible subject for your sermon. There are times when you may need to start the process over from scratch. Doing so might seem inconvenient, but it is a better option than forcing a message you can't wrap your thoughts around.
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One-sentence summary -- Give yourself plenty of time. Pray and meditate. Look for passages addressing your topic. Start over when needed.

Rinse the melon under running water and scrub it thoroughly with a vegetable brush. This will remove dirt and pathogens from the skin, and prevent food-borne illnesses. Once the rind and green have been cut from the melon, cut the cantaloupe in half through the center. Place the halves cut-side up on a flat surface. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds from the center, but don't scoop out the sweet and juicy orange flesh. The seeds can either be discarded into a compost bin or cleaned and roasted like pumpkin seeds. Transfer any leftover cantaloupe chunks to an airtight container. Store them in the refrigerator for about three days. For longer storage, keep the cantaloupe in the freezer for up to a year.
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One-sentence summary -- Scrub the cantaloupe. Remove the seeds. Store leftovers.

Pour 1/2 cup (120 ml) of soy sauce, 1/2 cup (120 ml) of rice vinegar, and 1/4 cup plus 4 teaspoons (64 g) of sugar into a small saucepan. If you don't want to use rice vinegar, you can substitute dry sherry, sweet marsala wine, or dry white wine. Turn the heat on to low and stir the sauce until the sugar dissolves. Let the sauce bubble gently and simmer it until it's as thick as you want it to be. For example, for a thin sauce, turn off the heat as soon as the sugar dissolves. For a thicker sauce, simmer it for 10 to 20 minutes. Let the eel sauce cool completely before you pour it into a squirt bottle or storage container. Drizzle the eel sauce over your favorite sushi, cooked noodles, or grilled meats. Store the eel sauce in the refrigerator and use it within 5 days.
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Measure the ingredients into a pan. Stir and simmer the sauce. Cool and use the sauce.