Write an article based on this "Choose a sentimental gift. Give her flowers that aren't roses. Stay away from cliches. Make her a cake. Buy her something moderately priced. Make her a gift basket."
article: It will probably touch her heart if you buy your girlfriend something sentimental. For example, you could buy her something that represents how you met! That's probably not going to be too over-the-top, but it will convey that you are someone who's thoughtful and pays attention to details (and that you're happy you met her). Maybe you met in a coffee shop; get her a mug from there. Maybe you met her in a bookstore. Get her a book from the section she was in when you first saw her. The point of such a gift is to show you care without being too romantic because it's early on. The benefit of such an approach is that it's just a coffee cup! Yet, it also has a deeper meaning. Roses are probably too romantic for a new relationship, and they're kind of a cliche anyway. You could look up the meanings behind other flowers. Send her a bouquet with a card that says, "Did you know calla lilies are said to symbolize magnificence and beauty? Happy birthday, and I just wanted you to know I'm glad we met, and I hope you have a nice day today!" Other flower meanings would work too. Daffodils would be a great choice because the yellow flowers symbolize new beginnings! It will up the romance if you have the flowers delivered. Purple irises symbolize eloquence. Gladiolus symbolizes strength of character. The goal here is to match the flower to something about her that you admire, and let her know the meaning. You want to make an impression when a relationship is new. It would be a mistake to ignore her birthday because most people appreciate being remembered. However, you want to put some thought into it without seeming like you are getting too serious too fast. So avoid cliches. That means you should forget the box of chocolates. It also means that you can bypass the cheap bouquet of wilted roses at the local grocery store. Instead, strive for something that shows you've noticed her uniqueness, and you're a thoughtful person. That will make the best impression. She might appreciate your effort, even if you're not a very good baker! Alternatively, you could buy her a cake with a creative saying on it that will have some meaning to her. You could also keep it lighter by making or buying a cupcake for her. Many communities have specialty cupcake stores. Buy her a creative flavor. Most people appreciate having a cake on their birthday, so she will probably appreciate the effort and, if you actually made it, and it's not perfect, she might even laugh (in a goodhearted way) and find it endearing. The goal here isn't to spend too much money, but to show you've put some thought into it. You could buy her a pair of fluffy slippers, or a new iPhone case in a color that you know she likes. If she drinks, you could buy her a nice bottle of wine, and read up on the winery, so you explain why you picked that brand. Avoid buying her clothing if you've just met. It can be very perilous to try to guess women's sizes! Buy her nice stationery or a print you got at a local art fair. A good rule of thumb is to spend between $15 and $50 for a first gift. Spending more than $100 might make it seem like you are trying too hard to impress. This should be one you put together yourself. Inside it, place inexpensive items that are things you know she likes. If she likes Snickers, for example, put some in there. Ditto with Cherry Coke. Or funny socks. Add in a book you know she would like, and a couple of movie tickets if she likes those. You could include a small stuffed animal (depending on her age; that works better if she's under 25). Put mostly food items in the gift basket or other things that relate to things she likes to do. If she loves golfing, you could include a new set of golf balls, for example!

Write an article based on this "Write down your concerns before approaching your boyfriend. Talk it over with an impartial person like a sibling or friend. Approach your boyfriend in a non-threatening way. Explain your worries by using "I" statements. Try not to be upset if he brushes it off."
article: This step will help you organize your thoughts. Writing down your issues about concerns will help you stay focused and not react in an overly emotional way. You want him to hear your concerns not just that you are crying or yelling. Focus on specific behaviors or events that are red flags for you. This may include things like late night phone calls, your boyfriend taking special time to make himself look nice before he sees her or him seeming to hide things from you. See if this person agrees with your need to worry. For example, it may not be much to worry about if they live across the country from one another and only see each other on occasion versus hanging out daily. You may find this outside person may have insight you missed, and it will help to clarify if you are seeing real problems or just worrying over nothing. This conversation will also give you practice talking things over so you are prepared when it comes time to have the conversation with your boyfriend if it seems like it is needed. Taking the time to reach out for another opinion also gives you a bit of time between an event that might be triggering this conversation and sitting down with the boyfriend. Generally, it is best to give yourself at least 24 hours after a stressful event to calm down and prepare for a sit-down conversation. Don't say "we need to talk" which could put him on the defensive that there's a problem. Casually bring up the subject when you are driving or doing some activity together. Guys may be intimidated by discussions that require excessive eye contact. Sit beside him and try to be non-confrontational. Start off with a casual conversation to gauge how he feels about the situation. If he is suddenly defensive about things or is overly protective of the friend this may mean there are bigger issues. The focus of the conversation should be about the two of you and not dominated by him standing his ground as far as spending time with her alone. If you are spending the whole conversation talking about why he needs to see her or why she really needs him, there are possibly deeper feelings there. Be specific. Maybe you think he doesn't see it but she's into him. Or, maybe you feel like they spend more time together than he and you. Make your concerns clear. Owning your feelings will help guide the conversation to what you need from the relationship and away from her. Examples of "I" statements may be: "I feel left out when you and Jill do activities we talked about doing together because it seems like you didn't want me there." "I feel sad when you cancel plans with me and end up hanging out with her because it looks like she is more fun than I am." "I feel angry when I see posts of line of pictures of the two of you because our friends ask why you are posing like that with her." If he is really not into her, this may be his way to move past the conversation. In some cases he may not be the one who is actually reaching out to see her. There is a chance she actually wants more and is the one making efforts he may in fact not see. Give him time to think over his relationship with her on his own. Making him aware of some red flags tied to how she behaves may also make him more aware that his friend may have underlying feelings for him he may not have considered. For example, if she calls and he lets it go to voicemail when you are together, does she suddenly blow up his phone until he answers? This could be a red flag that it's her and not him.

Write an article based on this "Create a paste from vinegar and baking soda. Apply this paste to stubborn stains. Rinse with warm water and dry."
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Mix together 1 Tablespoon (14.7 ml) of baking soda with 1 Tablespoon (14.7 ml) of vinegar to make a thick paste. (Add a bit more more liquid or powder as needed to create a consistency similar to peanut butter). Grab a clean wash cloth, rinse it with warm water, and wring out completely. Then use your washcloth to pick up some of the paste. Dab the paste onto any location with stuck on food or stains. Allow the paste to sit for 3-5 minutes. Then scrub these spots using a soft-bristle brush until the food/stains are gone. If you do not have a soft-bristled brush, you can use a damp washcloth or the textured side of a kitchen sponge. Wipe down any places where paste was applied with a clean washcloth and warm water. Be sure to remove any remaining paste. Dry using a soft cloth or towel.