Problem: Article: This test is the only saliva test that can be done at home. This test contains a plastic test stick, a test tube with liquid inside, and a booklet with instructions. Run the stick once along your upper gums and once along your bottom gums. Make sure to go along the entire gum line. Do not run the stick more than once along either gum line. Open the test tube carefully. If any of the liquid spills, throw it away and buy a new test. The plastic end that touched your gums should go down into the liquid. A test window will remain up out of the tube. First the test window will turn pink. This shows that the test is working. After 20 minutes, compare the lines in the test window to the results in the booklet. Do not wait more than 40 minutes to read the test window or the results may expire. One line next to the C is a negative result. You do not need to see the doctor. If there are 2 lines, 1 next to the C and 1 next to the T, it is a positive result. You should go to the doctor for further testing. No lines means that your test kit did not work. You may need to buy a new one. Your doctor will do blood tests to make sure that the result was correct. Furthermore, they may be able to tell you whether you have HIV or AIDS.
Summary: Buy the OraQuick In-Home HIV Test at a pharmacy or online. Swab your gums with the test stick. Place the test stick into the test tube. Wait 20 minutes. Make a doctor's appointment if you tested positive.

Problem: Article: Assemble the 4 base boards together to form basic shape of the base. To attach the boards together, you will need to create holes on each end of the longer boards. Plan on making each hole about 1in (2.5cm) from the end of the board. Position each hole of the way from the board's top or bottom edge. Mark the boards with a pencil first, then drill through the marks with a 38in (0.95cm) bit. You will end up with a total of 4 holes on each of the long boards. Place a screw in each pre-drilled hole, then use an electric screwdriver to secure the boards. Before moving on, push against the base boards, looking for any wiggling. This can be a sign of loose boards and an unstable ramp, so tighten the screws! If the base seems unstable, you can cut some thin pieces of wood. Cut the runners almost as long as the side base boards, lay them flat inside the base, then screw them to the side boards. Position the legs upright inside of the base, right against the corners where the base boards meet. The legs will hold up the taller side of the ramp. Drill a single hole about 5in (13cm) up the wide part of each leg and into the side base board. Add 312in (8.9cm) long, 14in (0.64cm) wide carriage bolts to complete the base. For additional stability, place a 14in (0.64cm) washer onto the end of each bolt. The legs have to bear a lot of weight, so only use strong bolts. They hold up better than screws. Never use nails!
Summary: Drill pilot holes in the ends of the boards for the base. Attach the base boards together with 2in (5.1cm) construction screws. Attach the legs to the base with 14in (0.64cm) carriage bolts.

Problem: Article: Make sure you make eye contact with your crush and smile. Be careful to read his reactions though, because unwelcome flirting never ends well. If you notice him looking away a lot, looking at his phone repeatedly, or slowly backing away, he is likely not interested. Remember, no one's obligated to like you back, and sometimes no amount of flirting, etc., will make that happen. This is an old technique that often works if he is interested. You can even add a heart or a smiley face, if you're writing it on paper. You might even write "Call me" with a winky face. This will be a bit more flirtatious and should encourage him to call you. This often the simplest way to get a someone to call you back. Oftentimes they might not realize your level of interest, thinking you just want to be friends. So, telling him might prod him into calling you. This is the most direct in-person approach. If you specify a time by saying "Call me tonight" or "Call me tomorrow," he will be more likely to assume you're interested, as "Call me" can be taken in a lot of different ways, sometimes meaning no interest at all. It will also give you a timeframe to expect a call, so you won't be waiting around for some indefinite amount of time.
Summary: Flirt. Give him your number. Tell him about your interest. Ask him to call you.

Problem: Article: If you hear someone talking about a party, find out some details and try to get an invitation for it. Ask a friend that you know is going to the party to hang out one-on-one at the time of the partythey may tell you about the party and invite you to go with them. If someone mentions the party, say "wow, that sounds really fun" and look them in the eye. They will likely invite you if they are able to. Ask a friend who is attending a party directly if you can tag along. Show up to the party if you know when and where it is. It is very unlikely that anyone will question you about who invited you. While this may not be as good as being invited, it may be a good place to start. If a friend is attending a party but they are not sure if they can invite you to another person's party, ask them to introduce you to the host. Start a conversation with the host of the next party, and then compliment them on their outfit or a recent accomplishment that you heard about (like being nominated to homecoming court). Casually ask them if they mind you dropping by her party for a little while. Most people will be uncomfortable telling someone no to their face. Invite a lot of different people from different groups and tell them it's okay to invite a few friends. Be sure that everyone has a good time. Try to spend a little time with everyone who attends. Address everyone by name and thank them for coming. Even if it's someone you don't know well, they will feel special if you pay some personal attention to them. If you're not sure of someone's name, ask another party attendee who may know. At the end of your party, jokingly ask, "okay, whose turn is it to throw the next one?"
Summary:
Find a way to attend a party. Invite yourself to a party. Host a fun party yourself.