While texting and messaging are a great way to stay in touch, try to video chat as often as you can. This allows you to see each other so you feel truly connected. Make a video chat date at least once a week or more often as you can. For instance, Skype, FaceTime, and Facebook Messenger all allow you to video chat for free. Choose a service that works for you. Being intimate is harder when you're dating online, but it's not impossible. Send your partner online cards or memes to let them know how you feel. Consider sending them letters or postcards so they have something tangible to hold. Additionally, mail them small items or send an online purchase to them as a special treat. Try to do at least 1 nice thing for them every week. Vary the ways you express your feelings. For instance, send an e-card 1 week, mail a necklace the next week, then send them a playlist. Being separated by a long distance doesn't mean you can't add a little romance into your relationship. If you feel comfortable, send your partner a sext or write them an intimate letter. You might even consider sending them a revealing photo if you're at least 18 and know you can trust them. You might text them, "I'm thinking about kissing you right now," or "What are you wearing right now?" Schedule shared activities that you can treat like dates. This might include playing an online game together, going on a walk together while on video chat, or eating dinner over video chat. Talk about what you're doing with each other and try to enjoy this special time together. Don't include anyone else in your special activities. These are like dates, so you don't want to invite extra people. Having things to talk about will help you feel more intimate with each other. Choose books, shows, or movies that you're both going to read or watch. Then, talk about what you both got from them and what you liked or didn't like about them. For example, you might both agree to read the book The Hunger Games or you might decide to both watch The Office. When you're reading or watching, remind yourself that your partner is going to be doing it as well. This can help you feel more connected to them. Send your partner something of yours, like a t-shirt, stuffed toy, or book that you love. Then, ask your partner to send you something, as well. Keep this item somewhere you'll see it everyday to serve as a physical reminder of your partner. Consider sending each other something with your smell, like a t-shirt. As your relationship continues, you might exchange more items to help you feel more intimate with each other.
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One-sentence summary -- Video chat at least once a week so you can see each other. Show your feelings with small gifts, letters, and special messages. Spice things up with some dirty talk. Do things together while you're on the phone or online. Read the same books and watch the same shows and talk about them. Exchange personal items so you have a physical reminder of them.

Make sure your coat hanger is durable and can hold your jacket. Extended time on cheap coat hanger can actually cause wrinkles. Place the coat on a strong hanger for the purpose of steaming. For proper storage, use a hanger with wide molded shoulders. This will keep the shoulders intact. Allow your water to get fairly hot before activating the shower. Plan to take a shower so you don't waste water while steaming your leather jacket. The steaming process will take 10 to 15 minutes. Find a spot in your washroom that will allow the coat to hang from, but won't cause the coat to get wet. Once your coat is hanging securely, take a hot shower. Take your time in the shower and make sure steam builds up in your washroom. This is a cheap way of steaming your jacket without having to bring the coat into a dry cleaner. A safe spot to hang you coat is on the back of the washroom's door. The back of the door usually has hooks for clothing and towels. If your washroom doesn't have hooks, you could also try hanging it from the lip of the sink. Attempt to place the jacket in an area where it won't get wet. After letting the coat steam for about 15 minutes, you should wear the coat. Get dressed and plan to wear your leather jacket for the day. This will cause the jacket to settle to your body and prevent further wrinkles.
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One-sentence summary -- Place the jacket on a hanger. Turn on your shower. Hang the coat and shower. Wear the jacket.

Now that your smoker is ready to go, it's time to prepare the items you'll be cooking. Coat heavier cuts like ribs, brisket, and pork shoulders with an even layer of dry rub spices for maximum flavor. Soak more delicate meats such as chicken, fish, and chops overnight in your favorite acid-based marinade. You can find dozens of tantalizing homemade dry rub and marinade recipes with a quick Internet search. While seasoning isn't an essential step, it's a simple way to enhance the natural flavor of your meat. Use a long-handled meat spatula or tongs to transfer the meat to the smoking racks safely. Arrange the meat according to how the racks are set upsituate the biggest items on the wide lower racks and save smaller ones for the upper racks. You may need to insert heavy cuts of meat like pork butts or racks of ribs by hand. Be sure to pull on a thick pair of barbecuing gloves before doing so to protect yourself from burns. To prevent the smoke from escaping, try to only leave the door open for as short a time as possible. Swing the door shut, then flip the latch beside the handle to secure it. Locking the door will prevent it from swinging open accidentally and letting out heat or smoke. Always open and close the door on your smoker using the built-in handle. The metal on the surrounding parts of the door can get extremely hot, and may burn you if you're not careful. This could be 2-8 hours, depending on the type of meat you're working with. Refer to the recipe you're following for a more accurate sense of how long your items will need to smoke. In the meantime, avoid opening your smoker unless it's to top off the water bowl. Unlike other cooking methods, smoking is all about patience. A good way to know whether you need more wood or water is to watch the smoke. As soon as it stops, open the smoking chamber and refill the water cup to the top. Then, load another 1-4 cups (150-600 g) of wood chips into the chip tray, slide it back into place, and resume smoking. Keep in mind that just because the chip tray is empty doesn't necessarily mean you should replenish it. In fact, many barbecue aficionados insist that most meats can be smoked satisfactorily using a single tray. Over-smoking your meat can cause it to come out tasting burnt and unpleasant. When your items are fully cooked, turn off the smoker, unlock the door, and carefully remove them from the racks. Set them aside on a separate surface to cool. Once the meat has reached a safe temperature, serve it up and watch it disappear! Use a meat thermometer to test the internal temperature of your items and see if they're ready to come out. If your meat isn't quite done, it may need to go back on the smoker for 1-2 hours, depending on the recommended internal temperature. Transfer any leftover portions to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator. They should keep for at least 4 days, though they may last much longer if you haven't cut into them yet.
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Season your meat with a dry rub or marinade to add flavor. Place your meat directly on the racks inside the smoking chamber. Close and lock the door of the smoker. Smoke your items for the length of time called for by the recipe. Add more wood chips or water as needed while your meat smokes. Allow your meat to rest for 15-20 minutes before eating.