Problem: Article: A drop cloth or a waterproof tarp will help protect your floors from becoming stained if you're painting indoors, making cleanup much easier. In addition, it will keep dirt, grass, and insects out of the wet paint if you're working outside. Have someone help you if the piece of furniture is too heavy for you to lift on your own. Paint fumes can be dangerous if you breathe them in, so be sure to work in a well-ventilated space. Open any windows and doors, or place a fan in the room if that's not an option. Many modern paints are made to give off fewer fumes, but it's still best practice to work in a ventilated area. A tack cloth is the best option for removing dust or other fine particles from furniture. Take your time as you're wiping down the piece, since even the smallest piece of dirt, pet hair, or sawdust could result in a bumpy finish for your paint. Repeat this step after every coat of paint or primer. You can find tack cloth at any home improvement store or wherever paint supplies are sold.
Summary: Place the furniture on top of a drop cloth. Open any windows to ventilate the room if you're painting inside. Wipe the furniture down with a tack cloth.

Problem: Article: Most people find that a B or C cup works best. A strapless bra, or a bra with removable straps, will give you less work and a nicer finish in the end. The bra doesn't have to be new, but it should be clean and in good condition. Avoid push-up bras. They have too much padding, and you won't have enough room inside. Use a pair of fabric scissors to cut the back straps off. Follow the curve of the wire so that no straight edges remain. If your bra has removable shoulder straps, unhook them now. If your bra has regular shoulder straps, cut them off at the seam. Most bras will have a little tab in the middle connecting the two cups. You will need to cut this off for a smoother finish. Once again, follow the curve of the underwire so that the connecting material does not show. Discard the little tab you just cut off.
Summary: Choose a padded, underwire bra. Cut the straps off. Cut the bra cups apart at the center.

Problem: Article: from your marriage and divorce first. Don't jump into dating if you're not fully ready to move on from your previous marriage. You should feel ready to date again after having time to think, grieve, grow, and move on. If you are in the middle of an ugly divorce settlement, it may be best to wait until the logistics of your divorce are finalized. If you're thinking about your ex and what they are up to, you're probably not ready to date yet. There's no hard and fast rule for when you should be ready to date after a divorce. You might need 2 months or more than a year to feel comfortable and ready to find someone new. Don't feel like you have to follow any "rules" around when it's acceptable to date. For example, don't feel like you have to wait a year after your divorce finalizes to start looking for dates. Use your best judgement about when you're ready to date again. Spend time with people who support your desire to move past your divorce and find love again. If your divorce created a divide in your friendships, get out and meet some new friends. Being around new people can help you stay focused on the future rather than fixating on the past. Get involved in activities that interest you as a way to do something fun and make new friends. Join a hiking club, meet with people with pets, or join a vegetarian group. If you have children, your divorce was probably difficult for them. The idea of you dating may have never even crossed their minds! It's important to make sure your children understand what you're doing and how it impacts them. Talk to them openly. If they seem extremely upset or resistant to the idea, you may want to slow down a bit. When you do start dating, don't introduce your children to every single date. This may be confusing for them. Only introduce them to people who you're considering a serious relationship with. Try to plan your dates for when your kids are staying overnight at a friend's house or visiting a family member. When you're trying to move on from a painful divorce, self-care is very important. Taking care of yourself helps you maintain a positive outlook and feel good about yourself. Preparing yourself to start dating again is also a great motivation to get back on track with your health, take care of your body, and feel good while doing it! Start a regular exercise routine and make healthy choices when you eat. Don't forget to get plenty of sleep (7-9 hours) each night so that you feel refreshed and alert.
Summary: Heal Follow your feelings, not a calendar. Surround yourself with supportive people to help you move on. Make sure your children are ready before you start dating again. Up your confidence and energy by caring for your body.

Problem: Article: Most colleges have some deadline by which point you must officially choose a major. This may be one year, two years, or more. It is good to be intentional about this decision, and to choose a major that you like. However, you may find that the act of declaring a focus makes it much easier to see what you want and don't want. Once you've spent a semester taking classes and trying to work toward a certain major, you'll have a much better idea of what it means to pursue that degree. Choose something that excites you. Don't just pick a major at random from the catalog. Be honest with yourself, and give it a real shot. Once you choose a major, you've effectively stated your purpose, and you've given yourself a track for moving forward in college. You have not, however, locked yourself into anything irreversible. Many people change their majors several times before they settle upon something. Some people even go back for a second degree. Try to keep perspective. Remember that you can always change course! If you aren't happy with the major that you pick, you can switch to something more fulfilling. If your college doesn't offer the major that you want, you can always transfer to another school. There is always a way out. Don't be afraid to dive into a major that interests you, even if you aren't 100 percent certain. You may find that it's easy to switch between similar majors. For instance, many classes may overlap between the English degree path and the Comparative Literature path. You may find a lot of common ground between the Biology track and the Environmental Science track. The general education requirements (GEs) are usually fairly similar across a "department" or "school" within a university. For instance, many of the introductory classes for the Mechanical Engineering track probably apply to other tracks within the engineering department. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics degree paths often require some mixture of the same introductory science courses. Many college degrees organize classes and students under broad themes and concepts, giving you plenty of room to define your own focus. Choose a concentration within the major. Supplement with a double major, if you can handle the workload. Pursue a minor (or two!) that gives you an outlet for your other interests. Don't be afraid to engage with a degree path and make it your own.
Summary:
Declare a major. Recognize that this decision may not be final. Keep your eyes open. Refine your major.