Problem: Article: An important event can be commemorated with a tattoo of the date, either in regular text, numbers, or Roman numerals. Bring a picture of the specific design you want for the date, or look for samples of different fonts to use. You can also ask your tattoo artist to draw the date in ornate script for a more artistic flair. Portrait tattoos are a beautiful way to honor a loved one, either after their passing or while they are present to appreciate the gesture. Look for a tattoo artist who specializes in portraits and schedule a consultation to discuss what you want done. Be sure to choose a clear, detailed photograph to base your tattoo on and give it to the artist to work from. Portrait tattoos are also a good way to pay homage to a personal hero or favorite celebrity. Portrait tattoos can also be done to commemorate cherished pets. You can opt to frame the portrait with a border or a Victorian cameo-style design. Tattoos are a great way to honor parents, siblings, children, or spouses. Consider getting their name tattooed by itself, or surrounded by a design that reflects their personality. For instance, if you get a tattoo for your spouse, an avid gardener, you could add a rose next to their name. Wait a long time before having the name of a significant other tattooed on yourself. These tattoos tend to be the ones that are most frequently covered-up later in life.
Summary: Have a meaningful date tattooed on yourself. Get a portrait tattoo. Spell out the name of a loved one.

Problem: Article: They are easy to find and you can buy one at any sporting goods store. Invest in a good quality pump, air gauge, and keep a supply of pump needles on hand. Some pumps have an air gauge built in. If yours doesn't, make sure you get a low pressure gauge. You'll also need some silicone or glycerin oil for lubrication. Check the manufacturer's manual to find the recommended air pressure level for your soccer ball. The recommended air pressure will be expressed either in lbs, psi, or bar, and typically will be between 6 lbs and 8 lbs. If the recommended pressure of your soccer ball is expressed in a different unit than what your air gauge reads, you'll need to convert. To convert bar to psi, multiple by 14.5037, or divide by the same amount to convert the other way. To convert bar to lbs, multiply by 10, or divide by the same amount to convert the other way. Use either silicone or glycerin oil, and place a few drops in and around the valve in the soccer ball. This helps maintain the valve, and helps with the needle insertion. Lubricate the needle with the same oil.
Summary: Get a air pump and a ball pump needle. Determine the ideal air pressure for your soccer ball. Lubricate the needle and valve.

Problem: Article: Join design organizations. There are many graphic design organizations at both local and national levels that host webinars, conferences, and other events where their members can ask questions and learn new techniques. For instance, the American Institute of Graphic Arts has chapters throughout the country. Use their database at http://www.aiga.org/chapters/ to locate one near you. You could send some of your work to a designer with a style similar to yours, along with a complimentary note explaining, "I think you might like this piece I did recently. Let me know what you think!" If they show interest, develop the relationship and stay in contact with them. They might send work your way. Stay connected to your classmates. When you're developing graphic design skills in college, develop close ties to your classmates. They will be your future peers in the graphic design industry, and could be helpful when you're looking for work. Be genuinely friendly and interested in their ideas and designs. Many local nonprofits require graphic design or web design assistance. As a nonprofit, they naturally want to save money on these costs. Offering your graphic design abilities is a good way to both give back to your community and bulk up your resume. Identify a charity you believe in and approach them with an offer to help them with graphic design. For instance, if you're passionate about food justice and poverty, you might approach your local food bank or soup kitchen with an offer to lend a hand. Ask the nonprofit's management what kind of projects they want help with. Draft several iterations for the designs they need and let them choose the one they like best. There are many venues online where you can exhibit your work. Tumblr caters to image-based graphic design posts, though you could also use a blogging platform like WordPress or Squarespace to make a digital showcase of your work. Behance, an online portfolio service, is another good option that you can direct potential employers or clients to. Finally, you could always use more traditional social media like Facebook and Instagram to show your work and get your name out. Enter graphic design competitions. Many graphic design organizations and universities offer graphic design competitions based around a certain design feature or theme. For instance, your local university or college might offer design contest based around designing new typefaces. Check with the AIGA (http://www.aiga.org/competitions/) and with sites like Graphic Competitions (http://www.graphiccompetitions.com/graphic-design/) to find one you feel qualified to submit work to. Winning a competition -- or even placing second or third -- looks great on a resume and can be useful for getting more work. Plus, it will give you the confidence you need to get deeper into graphic design. Even if you aren't employed in graphic design, you should use your free time to continue exercising your creative talent and developing your abilities. The more quality material you have under your belt, the more you'll be able to share with prospective employers when you go on job interviews or seek new clients.
Summary: Network with others in your field. Volunteer with nonprofits. Develop an online presence. Don't stop creating.

Problem: Article: Using the same materials or method every day can get old. Watch videos, read scripts, and play interactive games. Incorporate the new language into daily use in your reading, writing, and entertainment to reinforce what you're learning and build fluency. You could decide to learn ten new words a day, or five new phrases. You could also choose to read a few pages in your target language each day, watch a show in the language, or listen to a few songs. Perhaps you want to set a goal based on speaking a certain amount in the target language each day. Be realistic, and set goals based on your personal learning style. Learning a new language can be difficult. Don't berate yourself if you aren't fluent after a few months. Focus on what you have learned, and keep trying. Remind yourself why you wanted to learn a new language in the first place to help you stay motivated.
Summary:
Change it up. Make goals. Don't get discouraged.