If your fish's fin rot does not improve within a few days of cleaning and treating the tank, you may want to try antibacterial fin rot treatment. You can find this medication over the counter at your local pet store. Look for fin rot medication that is made for your type of fish, such as fin rot medication for a Betta fish or a goldfish. Follow the dosage directions on the label. These medications often contain antibiotics to kill off the fungal infection, such as erythromycin, minocycline, trimethoprim and sulfadimidine. Make sure the fin rot treatment does not contain any organic dyes, as they can be toxic to certain fish. Popular types of fin rot treatment include Jungle Fungus Eliminator and Tetracycline. You can also use brands like Maracyn, Maracyn II, Waterlife- Myxazin, and MelaFix. An alternative to commercial medication is the use of tea tree oil and salt. However, tea tree oil is not considered a reliable treatment and should be used as a preventative measure rather than a cure. You may need to supplement the tea tree oil treatment with antibacterial medication or antibiotics. You can add a one to two drops of tea tree oil to the tank water to keep the water clean and sterile. Make sure your fish do not react negatively to the tea tree oil before you add more to the tank the following day. Tonic salt, or sodium chloride, can also be used to prevent fin rot. Add 1 ounce salt per gallon of tank water. Only use tonic salt on salt-tolerant freshwater fish. When you treat your sick fish with medication, you should supply extra oxygen so your fish can breath. Medications tend to leech oxygen from the tank water so you will need to give your fish some supplemental oxygen to keep him healthy. Set up an air pump, an airstone, or aquarium housing in your tank to inject more oxygen into the water. If your fish is a Betta, set the air pump on low so the current is not too high, as a high current can be stressful for Betta fish. You should only use the medication for the duration of time specified on the label. Medication can be stressful for fish and should only be used on a by need basis.

Summary: Use antibacterial fin rot treatment. Try tea tree oil and salt. Use an air pump or an airstone when you put medication into the tank.

You should allow the base coat to dry completely before proceeding with the cheetah print. You may let your nails sit under a fan for 20-30 minutes so they are completely dry and ready for the cheetah print. You may decide to add one layer of quick dry top coat to smooth out the base coat and speed up the drying time. Only add a thin layer of top coat, as you do not want the base coat to get thick or clumpy.

Summary: Make sure your nails are completely dry.

The original illustrations by Tenniel in the book were black and white with no specific color scheme, though light blue is still the most traditional color in subsequent editions. The first edition with colored illustrations, called The Nursery Alice, featured Alice wearing a yellow dress. While this is an authentic and viable alternative to a blue dress it might not be instantly recognizable to others. In some early editions of Through the Looking Glass, the sequel to the first book, Alice is wearing a red frock. Like a yellow dress, this may not instantly signal to others that you are dressed as Alice. In the book, Alice wears a small apron, also called a pinafore. The illustrations by Tenniel show a white pinafore some trimming around the edge, which in some editions is colored blue. Consider adding some ribbon to your apron if you want to look more like the books. The book illustrations offer more freedom in depicting Alice because they originally had no color, so you could select any shade you think goes well with your dress. One early edition added blue stockings to go with a yellow dress. In Through the Looking Glass, Alice wears stockings that have horizontal stripes, sometimes colored in blue and white. For an individual flare, wear striped stockings instead. In the original book illustrations, Alice did not have a headband. Tenniel added that detail in the sequel Through the Looking Glass. Decide which book you would like to imitate, and add a headband if you like the look. If you go without a headband, tuck your hair behind your ears and wear it loose around your shoulders, if it is long enough.

Summary: Choose a dress. Add an apron. Decide on tights. Decide whether to wear a headband.

Place 2 cups (250 g) of flour in a large bowl. Add 1 large bitter melon that's been cleaned and cut into thin slices into the bowl. Toss the melon in the flour so all of the slices are evenly coated. Place a large skillet on the stove, and fill it with approximately (2 inches (5.1cm) to 3 inches (7.6cm) of canola oil. Allow the oil to heat on medium-high for about 5 minutes or until bubbles start to form along the edges. If you have a deep fryer, you can use it to fry the ampalaya instead of a skillet. When the oil is hot, add some of the melon slices to the skillet and allow them to cook for 1 to 2 minutes so they brown on the first slide. Flip them over and fry them for another minute or until they're golden brown on all sides. Make sure to place the bitter melon in a single layer in the pan. Depending on the size of your pan, you may need to fry the ampalaya in two batches or more. When the bitter melon is finished frying, use a slotted spoon or tongs to lift it out of the pan. Place the slices on a plate lined with paper towel to absorb any excess oil still on the melon. The bitter melon absorbs the seasoning better when it's hot, so don't let it cool too much before seasoning it. Sprinkle some salt and pepper over the fried slices to your taste. Once the bitter melon is seasoned, it's really to eat. Use a spatula to place it on a serving platter, and serve it alongside ketchup or mayonnaise for dipping.
Summary: Coat the bitter melon with flour. Heat the oil in a pan. Add the melon and cook until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate for drainage. Season the melon with salt and pepper while still warm. Transfer the bitter melon to a plate and serve while warm.