INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The goal is to pack light and only bring what you need, but some trips can be quite long and you may want additional space. If you have to check a bag, find a solid suitcase, either made of durable plastic or with hard sides, to keep the contents from being crushed when it's checked in. If you're looking for a new suitcase, limit your searches to bags that fit the overhead carry-on space: packing everything into a carry-on will cut down on time spent in check-in lines and the amount you pack. Every airline has their own rule for carry-on luggage, but a bag that is 22"x13"x9" should meet any maximum size limits. Opt for carry-on suitcases whenever possible; you won't have to stand in the check-in lines, and it will make your packing economical. A solid black or navy blue suitcase looks professional and sleek. Choose something that has wheels and an extendable handle so you don't have to lug it through the airport. Some suitcases have multiple compartments for packing, so you can keep everything separate without using extra items like packing cubes (which are usually zippered fabric cubes that keep all your items organized as you want them, but can add a little extra weight and bulk to your bag). Look for something made from a nicer material - like leather or canvas - in a dark, solid color that has enough room for a laptop, document folder, and electronics. If you already have a carry-on bag, and the airline doesn't allow an additional personal item, find a briefcase or purse that can fit in your suitcase.

SUMMARY: Pick a bag that will fit all your clothes for longer trips. Make sure your carry-on is within the size limit, if you have one. Pick a functional suitcase in a dark color. Find a briefcase or purse that can stay with you throughout the trip.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Alternately, you can use the Web version of Inpaint for free at http://www.webinpaint.com/. This icon features the image of a crayon being used on a piece of paper. For example, if removing a small watermark or thin line, you may want to decrease the size of the marker for the best precision. Inpaint will process your image and fully remove the watermark from the photo.

SUMMARY: Launch Inpaint and open the photo that contains the watermark you want removed. Click on the "Marker" tool located at the top of the left toolbar. Select your desired marker size from the right portion of the top toolbar. Drag your cursor around the full perimeter of the watermark. Click on "Erase" in the top toolbar.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: While the thumb-over-thumb grip is not often used by professional sport shooters, many beginners find it to be the easiest grip technique to master since it provides more stability and makes it easier for the shooter to control the gun during recoil. It is slightly less quick and less precise, but you can still have basically good aim while using it. Place the gun securely into your dominant hand. Spread apart your thumb and index finger. Place the gun into the crook that forms, keeping the gun back strap as high as possible. Wrap your middle, ring, and pinky fingers around the grip of the pistol. Your middle finger should rest just below the trigger guard. For the time being, rest your index finger along the opposite side of the gun frame. Wrap your thumb around the grip. It should touch the top side of your middle finger from the other side. Notice that there is a gap between the heel of your hand and the tip of your fingers to the left side of the grip. Take your non-dominant or support hand and wrap it around the strong hand so that this gap is no longer visible. Position the thumb of your non-dominant hand so that it overlaps with the thumb of your dominant hand. When it comes time to fire the gun, place your index finger on the trigger. The space between the tip of your finger and the top knuckle should be the only part on the trigger. The most common problem faced with the thumb-over-thumb technique is a tendency to "muscle" the pistol, or grip it too tightly. This causes the gun to become unstable during recoil, and if you aren't careful, it may end up twisting in your hands. The straight thumbs technique, also called the forward thumbs technique, is very similar to the thumb-over-thumb grip. The only real difference is the placement of your thumbs. This grip tends to be more precise and allows for a faster draw, but it can also be a bit more difficult to master for beginners. As with the thumb-over-thumb grip, the straight thumbs grip starts with proper placement in your dominant hand. Place the pistol in the crook between your thumb and index finger. Make sure that you keep your hand as high on the grip of the gun as possible. Wrap your middle, ring, and pinky fingers around the grip of the gun so that the fingers are all side-by-side. The middle finger should also lie just below the trigger guard. Keep your index finger on the opposite side of the gun frame. Wrap your thumb around the grip as you would do with a thumb-over-thumb technique. The tip of the thumb should touch the top side of your middle finger. There will be a gap between the heel of your hand and the tip of your fingers. Use your non-dominant hand to fill this gap. Wrap it around the dominant hand from the opposite side, positioning the index, middle, ring, and pinky fingers over your dominant fingers. Line up your non-dominant thumb so that it lines up in front of the dominant thumb. Both thumbs must be pointing forward. Note that your dominant thumb will no longer be touching your dominant middle finger at this point. Instead, it will end up resting on top of the side of your non-dominant thumb. When you decide to fire your gun, place the top of your index finger on the trigger and pull. You should only pull with the portion of your index finger between the tip and the top knuckle. Note that there are some pistols that are difficult to shoot with a straight thumbs grip. With a SIG, the dominant thumb has a tendency to ride up the slide stop and prevent the slide from locking open when empty. With a Glock, the shooter may find himself or herself pushing up on the slide stop with the heel of the support hand and locking the slide open prematurely. With a Browning Hi-Power, the dominant thumb can put pressure on the slide stop at the rear and the non-dominant thumb can bang into the front of the slide stop during the recoil, thereby preventing the shell from ejecting.

SUMMARY: Try a thumb-over-thumb grip. Use the straight thumbs technique.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Lenses come with a number of added features, such as scratch-resistant coatings and color-changing features meant to offer ultraviolet protection. While many of these features do effectively provide what they offer, they are also largely unnecessary. If you have a tight budget, skip the extras and stick with a basic prescription lens. If you purchase your eyeglasses from a department store or popular eyeglasses chain store, you may be able to find coupons in magazines or online. Many carriers cover a portion of the cost for eyeglasses if you buy them at specific places. Depending on your coverage, you could have more or less choice available to you.

SUMMARY:
Only buy what you need. Shy away from brand names if your budget is low and you don't need to get the latest styles. Look for coupons. Check with your medical insurance.