Q: You'll need a heat gun or torch, a sharp box cutter, a metal can, and PETE plastic. That's it! PETE plastic will be labeled on the bottom of plastic items, usually next to the recycle number (which will be a 1). Disposable water bottles are usually made of PETE, as are many cheap juice containers. Cut both ends off of the metal can and the plastic bottles. You will then want to cut a single line in the tube of the plastic bottles so that they can be flattened out. A single hole made with a nail in the side of the can is also necessary. Anywhere on the side will work. Trace the opening hole of the can onto the rolled out piece of plastic using a marker. Leave at least half an inch of extra space all around the can as you trace the line, since the plastic needs to be bigger than the opening. Cut out the pieces when you're done. Place the circle of plastic down on a surface that can be exposed to high heat and then place the can down on top of it. Apply the heat evenly around the edges of the bottom of the can and you will see the plastic shrink up to grip the sides of the can. If you see the edges turn white, you're over-heating it. The ends of your drum should now be covered. If you used ridged plastic, you'll need to apply the heat over the surface in order to smooth it out but it will become completely smooth. If you used smooth plastic you still need to apply a small amount of heat to the head to get it nice and tight and get the proper sound. Enjoy your new drum.
A: Gather your materials. Cut the can and bottles. Trace the can openings. Heat the plastic. Heat the flat head. Done!

Article: Choose anti-inflammatory medications such as acetaminophen. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and let your doctor know that you're taking OTC pain relievers so they don't interfere with your other medications. OTC pain relievers can help you manage the pain of early ulcers. To ease the pain and discomfort of a throat ulcer, make a saltwater solution of 1 teaspoon (6 g) of baking soda mixed with 1 teaspoon (5 g) of salt and 4 cups (950ml) of warm water. Gargle with the mixture for at least 30 seconds and then spit it out. You can gargle with saltwater as often as you like. For example, if you have severe ulcers, gargle every 1 to 2 hours. This helps prevent further irritation and worsening of the throat ulcer. Instead of eating crunchy foods that could scratch your throat or spicy foods that can cause irritation, eat smooth foods that are easy to swallow. Try soups, milkshakes, smoothies, or soft eggs. If the ulcer makes you more sensitive to heat, eat warm or cold foods instead of hot foods. Hot beverages can irritate the ulcer, causing your pain to worsen. Hot beverages can also prolong the healing process, since they aggravate the ulcer. Instead, opt for warm beverages, which will help soothe the ulcer. For example, you could start your morning with warm tea rather than coffee. Unfortunately, caffeine, chocolate, mint, citrus, and hot spices can all aggravate your throat ulcer. Luckily, this is easy to avoid by cutting out these foods until your ulcer heals. Wait until your throat is completely healed before reintroducing them to your diet, as they could cause the ulcer to worsen. If the throat ulcer is causing bad breath or your ulcer was caused by a bacterial or fungal infection, spend a little more time brushing your teeth. Remember to brush your tongue to remove bacteria that linger between your taste buds. You can brush your teeth more than 2 times a day, if you're concerned about bad breath. To prevent inflammation and irritation in your throat, try to cut back or stop smoking or chewing tobacco. Alcohol has also been shown to irritate sensitive throats. If you don't want to quit smoking, consider temporarily stopping until your throat ulcer heals. Since throat ulcers can be caused by several things, you may experience a variety of symptoms. If you have a throat ulcer or symptoms of other conditions, you might feel like there's a lump in your throat or that you need to cough in order to clear your throat. You may also experience: An open wound or wounds on your soft or hard palate A sore throat Discomfort while eating or drinking Fever and chills Joint pain Trouble swallowing or difficulty eating Heartburn or chest pain Bad breath Nausea or vomiting If you think you have a throat ulcer and it doesn't start feeling better within 1 to 2 days, call your doctor. The doctor will do a physical exam and look at your throat. They'll probably do a throat swab to check for bacteria and run blood or urine tests. The doctor can also order imaging tests to identify ulcers in your throat. It's important to get medical treatment because your throat ulcer may be caused by an underlying medical condition that also needs treatment. Go over your medical history with the doctor so they can accurately diagnose the cause of the throat ulcer. With a proper diagnosis, the doctor can make an effective treatment plan. Throat ulcers can be caused by: Gastrointestinal reflux (GERD) Injury Ingestion of corrosive agents Excessive vomiting Cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy Bacterial infections Fungal infections such as thrush Viral infections Herpes simplex virus (HSV) HIV Inflammatory diseases Excessive coughing or use of voice Your treatment plan will depend on the cause of the ulcer. For example, if a viral infection is causing the ulcer, the doctor will prescribe antiviral medications. For bacterial or fungal infections, you'll get antibiotics or antifungals. If your throat ulcer is caused by cancer treatments, the doctor may recommend changing your diet and they'll talk with you about proper oral care. For example, you may need to brush your teeth and tongue 3 to 4 times a day and avoid eating spicy foods. Ask your doctor for a prescription mouthwash that has a local anesthetic such as lidocaine. This can numb your throat and temporarily relieve pain. Some prescription mouthwashes can reduce inflammation which may speed the healing process. Be sure to follow the directions for use because some lidocaine mouthwashes are meant to be swished and then swallowed.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Take over-the-counter pain relievers. Gargle with a warm saltwater solution. Adjust your diet to include smooth, mild foods. Avoid drinking hot beverages. Stay away from caffeine and irritating foods. Brush your teeth and tongue at least 2 times a day. Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol. Recognize signs of a throat ulcer. Get a medical exam. Talk with your doctor about possible causes of the ulcer. Take prescription medications. Rinse your mouth with a pain-relieving mouthwash.

Q: Don't break right out into the "I love you"s and don't talk about the future you want the two of you to have. You want to avoid speaking in definite terms about the future because this creates a lot of pressure and expectations for him...which is stressful and can scare him away! Instead, speak in terms of what you want to try or what you hope might become real eventually. "I hope we can try being more than friends,", etc. Don't be creepy when you tell him how you feel. This means no begging, no bargaining, and try not to touch him or get into his personal space until you know he feels the same way. You also shouldn't cling around him if he needs time to think about what you said. If you can, tell him how you feel in person. Using social media or a text can come across as not being very serious or, worse, being a joke. This is not how you want to start things with him. You don't want to rush into telling him and if he returns your feelings, don't rush into a serious relationship. If you're going to go through the torture of confessing, you want to be sure that you really like him first, right? This is can be a long process and one that will continue even if you start dating. Just focus on getting to know him for who he really is, by spending time with him and talking about things that are important to you: what you both want for the future, what your beliefs are, and what you like to do for fun.
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Don't pressure him. Don't be creepy. Don't use social media or a phone. Don't rush into things.