INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Requirements for a power of attorney are similar in most states, but some have special forms to fill out. To check whether or not your state has special forms for power of attorney, you can check here. If your situation is complicated, consider hiring an attorney to help you and your loved ones carry out the proper requirements for granting power of attorney. Usually, the document granting power of attorney must: Clearly identify the principal (the person who is granting the power) Clearly identify the agent (the person who will have the specified powers) Specify exactly what legal acts the agent is entitled to perform Most states don't require government-written legal documents. However, in order to prevent any confusion and to make sure that both parties know exactly what authority is being granted, it's a good idea to use a state-issued form as a template. The specifics of the form will vary by state, and each state may have a different form for different powers. For example, Wisconsin provides different forms for a health care power of attorney and financial power of attorney. The form should include the full name of the "principal," the person granting power of attorney. It should also name the "agent," the person to whom the power is being granted. Alternate agents may also be named, in the event that the first agent is unable or unwilling to act on his or her authority. Make sure that you clearly and specifically identify the powers that are being granted to the agent, when those powers will take effect, and when (if ever) those powers will cease to have an effect. This is also the space where you will include whether the document is durable or springing if either is applicable. This will prevent confusion. For example, instead of saying that the agent "has power over the principal's finances," say that the agent "has the power to withdraw money and make payments from the principal's three bank accounts: bank account X, bank account Y, and bank account Z." If the power of attorney is durable, it's especially important to make sure that the principal and the agent are in agreement about what responsibilities and authorities are being transferred. Make sure that the principal and agent know that some powers cannot be conferred under state law. If the power of attorney purports to transfer a power under state law that cannot be transferred, the power of attorney is void as to that power. For instance, even if the principal and the agent agree, the agent cannot write or execute a will for the principal. Any such will is not valid. In some states, it is necessary to have the signing of the document witnessed by one or two people. If this is the case in your state, make sure witnesses are not only present but paying full attention as the agent and the principal sign the document. The witnesses should be comfortable testifying as to the document's authenticity. For instance, in Florida, a power of attorney document must be signed by two witnesses, whereas Utah does not require witnesses. Check here to find out if your state requires a power of attorney document to be signed by witnesses. If you draw up a power of attorney that hasn't expired, but you no longer want it to be in effect, you can draw up this form according to your state's laws to have it invalidated. Talk with your attorney to make sure it's done correctly. You can find more information at: How to Revoke Power of Attorney

SUMMARY: Check your state's requirements. Download or write a power of attorney form. Name the parties. Name the powers granted. Note powers that a principal cannot confer. Gather witnesses. Prepare a Revocation of Power of Attorney if you change your mind.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Trim the stems off of 4-5 ripe strawberries and mash them up in a bowl. Mix 3 tbsp (21 g) of ground almond powder into the strawberries, along with 2 tablespoons (30mL) of plain yogurt. Use a spoon to mix the ingredients together. Apply the mask all over your face with your fingertips, and let it sit for at least 10 minutes before rinsing it off. After making this face mask, be sure to apply it within a day, or else the ingredients might go bad. If you plan on applying this mask later in the day, be sure to refrigerate the mixture. Separate an egg white from the yolk and dump it into a small bowl. Add 1 teaspoon (4.9mL) of orange juice along with tsp (1 g) of turmeric powder. Beat the egg whites, juice, and powder together until they form a liquid mixture. Use the tips of your fingers to spread ample amounts of the mixture all over your face. Let the mask sit for 15 minutes before rinsing it off with cold water. Turmeric is useful because it helps to brighten portions of your skin that look uneven. Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin, circular pieces. Next, place these slices in a blender along with 2 tablespoons (30mL) of plain, unflavored yogurt. Puree the ingredients until they're thoroughly mixed, then pour them into a smaller bowl for easier application. Use your fingertips to rub the mask mixture all over your face, and let it sit for at least 15 minutes before washing it off with cold water. Refrigerate any of the leftover mask mixture in an airtight container. Enjoy using this mask for up to a week! Use 2 bags to prepare a cup of chamomile tea. After the tea cools, pour at least 3 tablespoons (44ml) of tea into a small bowl of 1 tablespoon (15mL) of raw honey and 1 tsp (6 grams) of (nutritional) yeast powder. Stir the ingredients to ensure that the mixture is thick enough to apply to your face. After rubbing it onto your face with the tips of your fingers, let it soak into your skin for about 20 minutes. When you're ready to remove the mask, wash it off with cool water. If you'd prefer a spicier route, mix 2 tablespoons (30mL) of honey with 1 tsp (2.64 g) of cinnamon instead.

SUMMARY: Achieve softer skin with a mask of strawberries and yogurt. Stir orange juice and egg whites together to shrink your pores. Blend cucumber and yogurt together to soothe your skin. Get rid of blemishes with a honey and chamomile mask.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: One of those sheets of paper is going to be the cover and one is going to be the back of the booklet. Both sheets will make up the pages inside the booklet. Horizontally means hamburger style. Make sure that you're cutting them in the top and the bottom. The cut should be just over one inch (about three centimeters). Don't crease this sheet, just pinch it closed, since you only need it folded while you create the hole along the crease. If you crease it, the pages in the booklet will be creased. You're folding it hotdog style. You're making a hole along the crease where you'll slip the other sheet (the one with the notches) through. The hole should go from about one inch on one side of the crease to about one inch on the opposite side (three centimeters). The most important thing is to make sure that the notches fit into the hole since they'll keep the pages in place. The more exactly they fit the neater your booklet is going to look. It can be helpful to gently curl the sheet with the notches so that it doesn't get bent or torn while you're slipping it into the hole. You'll want to curl it vertically so that the corners come together. The above booklet has eight pages, counting the cover and the back. You can add as many pages as you need (within reason; you don't want to put too much stress on the center hole as that can tear it). Fold a piece of paper hamburger style. Cut notches little more than one inch (three centimeters) on the crease on both sides. Pick up your original booklet and find the page that exposes the hole (where this falls depends on how many pages you have). Slide your new page into the the hole, curling it a little so that it slides in easily. Do this until you have as many pages as you need.

SUMMARY:
Fold two 8 1/2 x 11" pieces of paper in half horizontally. Cut notches in the crease on one sheet. Fold other sheet in half vertically. Cut along crease from about three centimeters on both sides. Slide first sheet into the hole. Add more pages as you need to.