In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Lay out a couple of pieces of tissue paper. Place the book at 1 edge of the tissue paper, and roll it up in the paper. If you want, tape the edges to secure it. This way, you can avoid damaging the book by taping the wrapping paper to the tissue paper and not to the book itself. Roll out some of your chosen wrapping paper and lay it flat so that the underside is exposed. Then, when you've rolled out enough paper to cover the whole book, use some sharp scissors to cut a straight line from one edge of the wrapping paper to the other, parallel to the roll. Use quick, small cuts to help keep the line straight. If you're concerned about making a straight cut, get wrapping paper that has a grid on the underside. Center the book on the piece of wrapping paper and fold in one side so that it covers half of your book. Gently pull to ensure that the paper is snug against the book and tape this side of the paper to the center of the book. Then, fold the other side over the book in an identical fashion and tape it to the center. Crease 1 end so that the paper folds over the edge of the book and along the width of it. Take the 2 corners of the paper at this end and fold them in towards the center of the book. This should create a triangular shape. Pull this folded, triangular end up and overtop of the book. Carefully pull it tight and secure it to the wrapping paper with a piece of tape. Turn the book and crease the other end. Fold the 2 corners in to form a triangle like you did for the other end. Then, pull it up and over the book and tape it down.
Summary: Wrap your book in tissue paper. Roll out enough paper to cover the book and cut a straight line across it. Fold the sides in and tape them down. Fold in both sides of 1 end to create a triangle. Fold the end over and tape it down. Repeat this process on the other end.

This way, your oven will be heated when you are ready to bake the pine cones. Make sure the bottom and sides of the baking sheet are covered in foil. Depending on how many pine cones you have, you may need to line two or more baking sheets with foil. Alternatively, you can use parchment paper to line the baking sheet. Remove pine needles, clumps of dirt, leaves, twigs, and other debris that may be stuck on or in the pine cones.
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One-sentence summary -- Pre-heat your oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit (93 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with foil. Remove debris from the pine cones.

Q: Fear can paralyze you and keep you from taking an active part in your life. Some of us will do anything to not challenge our negative view of ourselves. This happens because for some reason we're afraid to act against those thoughts. It could be that we are invested in staying stuck. Growth is painful. Even though a life without growth is stagnant, it is something the individual has become familiar with. It's like wearing a pair of old, beat up shoes. They're not very pretty, but they are something you feel comfortable with. And believe it or not, even a negative self-concept can be comfortable for some of us because it doesn't involve change. Perhaps the best example of fear paralyzing people is found when we ask why battered women stay in abusive relationships. The fear actually keeps them from acting in the own best interests. The emotional dependence they have on their batterer is what prevents them from leaving a situation where their very lives may be at risk. . There may be things in your past that you're not proud of. Some of these things may actually make you dislike yourself. Once you acknowledge that you were doing the best you could under the circumstances, even some of the most harmful behavior and heinous acts can be forgiven. By holding on to the negative thoughts revolving around bad behaviors, you are not allowing yourself to grow and move past these events. . Think about how you'd speak to a friend who had difficulty liking herself. Would you reinforce the negative thoughts? Or would you focus on some of her strengths? Point out to yourself the reasons why you are a likeable and lovable person. . Believe what others are saying about you. They're not just trying to make you feel good. They genuinely like you. Start looking at yourself through their eyes. This may quiet the inner critic so that you can begin liking yourself as others do. Know that you can start small. Another reason some are afraid to change is that they think of they change one thing about themselves they will have to change everything. They are afraid that the floodgates will open and they will not be able to continue in the life they've been living because they must make monumental changes in order to be happy. Start with small changes like smiling at one stranger every day, or repeating a positive mantra to yourself, or getting more sleep every night. Making small steps one at a time can be less overwhelming than trying to make drastic and massive changes all at once. With these small steps, you might be taking yourself out of your comfort zone. Getting outside your comfort zone is something that will happen to you a lot in your life. If you can control certain instances of it, for practice, you'll find that you're better able to feel confident in yourself and your own abilities when life throws you a curveball. Remember that you are trying to undo a lifetime of negative thinking. It's not going to happen overnight, but with the right approach you can begin to like yourself. You must be willing to confront the inner critic that has been preventing you from liking yourself. You must be able to forgive all the wrongdoing you believe you've committed in the past. You must begin to look for your lovable qualities and remind yourself that others see the value in you. This will lead to your accepting yourself as a lovable and likeable person. Have trust in yourself. You are a survivor and you will do whatever it is that you need to do to improve your quality of life. If nothing else, you survived your difficult past. That takes a certain amount of strength and perseverance that not everybody has. Build on the strengths you have shown to get this far in your life.
A: Don't allow fear to overcome you. Forgive yourself Become your own best friend Start accepting yourself Start small with one change at a time. Be patient.

Problem: Article: You can set better goals for your child if you have an idea of what they are facing. Check out books and websites supported by recognized medical organizations. Talk to your child's doctor about the typical symptoms of CP, and ask how those symptoms might evolve as your child gets older. Common symptoms include: Excessively stiff or loose muscles. Tremors. Lack of coordination. Involuntary movements, or movements that are too slow or too fast. Difficulty with gross motor skills (such as crawling or walking) and fine motor skills (such as picking up and manipulating small objects). Delays in motor development. Difficulty with speaking and eating. Seizures. Some children may experience additional neurological problems, such as intellectual disabilities, vision or hearing impairments, or mental health disorders. Depending on the type and severity of your child's symptoms, they may be at risk for developing a variety of secondary conditions. Ask your child's doctor about possible complications, and discuss ways to manage or prevent them. Some of the more common complications of CP include: Problems with skeletal development (including joint deformities, dislocations, and osteoarthritis) due to excessively stiff muscles. Some people with CP are also especially prone to bone fractures. Malnutrition resulting from difficulties with eating or swallowing. Mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety, related to the stress of dealing with CP symptoms. Lung diseases and breathing disorders. Imbalances in the eye muscles, leading to vision problems. You know your child better than anyone. Pay attention to what they struggle with and which therapies and coping strategies seem to work best for them. Take these insights into doctor's appointments and meetings with other members of your child's care team. For example, you might tell your child's doctor, "I've noticed that Micah walks more easily when he's listening to music, because he can time his steps with the beat. Can you refer me to someone who does music therapy for kids with CP?"
Summary:
Research common symptoms and how they might change. Prepare for possible complications related to CP. Speak up about your child's special strengths and challenges.