Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Open Microsoft Excel or a similar spreadsheet program. Match up tasks with times. Organize activities in larger increments of time. Keep it flexible. Print out your spreadsheet. Color code different areas.

Answer: Make a column of times on the left side of the page and a row of days of the week at the top. Begin with those activities that need to be done at a certain time every day. Based on your assessment above, slot in tasks based on the time you think it makes the most sense to tackle them. Also be sure to give yourself a break or several throughout the day. Hourly time frames are generally large enough. However, it can take time to get into the flow state required by some tasks so you may need 90 minute or even two hour blocks. Don't forget to schedule in 30 minute tasks as well. Be careful of the tendency to wedge yourself in too tight. To create bigger blocks of time, you can merge cells together. It's difficult to predict how long each activity will take. So make sure your schedule can bend easily in one direction or another when need be. You also want to factor in a small buffer of time for unexpected delays. Also, don't fall into the trap of using your relaxation time as a "buffer" zone. Relaxation time should not be seen as a luxury; it should be treated as important as any other activity. It is generally helpful to print multiple copies -- put one on your refrigerator, one in your bedroom and one in the bathroom. Underline or highlight important activities. Use a different color marker for the separate areas in your life. You could use yellow for work, red for exercise, blue for school and so on. This way you'll get a good sense of how your day is planned just by glancing at it. If there's a lot of blue, for instance, you'll know that you're overloaded with school right now.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: There's always some way to make things a bit more interesting.

Answer: Try thinking of time signatures as bags of oranges or explaining time values in terms of soldiers marching along behind a band. Be as creative as possible. This will keep your student alert and interested.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Microwave on high. Finished.

Answer: Cover the dish with a lid or plastic wrap. Microwave for 10 minutes, checking the softness at 5 minutes. Continue to microwave in 2-minute intervals until tender. If you have whole yams, turn them over halfway through cooking. If you have chunks, shake the container to spread contents.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Figure out who has the contract. Obtain contact information for the appropriate party. Decide what type of request is most appropriate.

Answer:
In some cases, such as a contract for the private sale of personal items, the other party to the contract should have a copy. However, if the contract is an employment or sales contract with a large company, determining who exactly has the contract can be more difficult. Here are some guidelines to help you determine who has the contract. If the other party to the contract is an individual, he or she should have the original agreement with both of your signatures. If a company or organization is the other party to the contract, you will need to find the appropriate person within the organization who is likely to have a copy of the contract. The company's Human Resource ("HR") or Legal Department would be a logical place to start. If there is no HR or Legal department, or you cannot locate a phone number for the individual department, simply call the company's general number. Whomever answers the phone should be able to tell you which department retains copies of executed company contracts, and direct your call accordingly. Start by looking through your personal paperwork to see if you have records showing contact information for the person or business with whom you signed the contract. Next, look in the telephone book or online for specific contact information, such as a mailing address, phone number, or email address. Social media sites are another potential source of contact information. If you have the correct contact information, it will be easier to contact the person or business with whom you signed the contract. The type of request will depend on to whom it is directed. For example, if you personally know the party who has the contract, a phone call may be the most appropriate type of request. A request directed to a large company may call for a formal letter. What follows should help you decide what type of request is most appropriate. Telephone. For many contract requests, directly calling the person who has the contract is best. If you know the person who has the contract and you have a phone number for him or her, a telephone request may be the most appropriate. E-mail. If you are unable to reach the person holding the contract by telephone, or you do not have a direct number to him or her, you may want to send a formal email requesting a copy of the contract. Ask that a signed copy be mailed or e-mailed to you and provide your mailing address or e-mail address. Letter. If the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS"), a government agency such as the military, or a large company has the contract, you may wish to write a formal letter requesting a copy of it. Do not send a letter to a government agency by certified mail, as the agency generally will not sign for it. You may wish to enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope in order to ensure that a copy is mailed to you. In person. If e-mail, telephone, and/or written requests are unsuccessful, you may wish to visit the person's office or place of business personally in order to request a copy of the contract. If the person accepts appointments, call and make an appointment. Otherwise, visit him or her at their office or place of business and be prepared to wait until he or she is free to see you. Online. Depending on the type of contract, you may be able to request a copy online by filling out a simple request form. For example, the National Archives and Records Administration keeps copies of all government contracts. This includes any military enlistment contracts. You can visit the National Archives and Records Administration at [1] and fill out such a request. Likewise, if you need a copy of a U-Haul rental agreement, you can access U-Haul's website at [2] and request a copy through their online form.