INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Run your hands under warm water for at least 30 seconds, rubbing them with your fingers to remove any white powder, called acrylic dust. Then, pat them dry with a clean towel to remove the water. It's important that your nails are clean and dry before you seal them with polish or a clear coat. This will prevent the polish from lifting or chipping. Let the moisture evaporate for 5 minutes after you wash your hands. Avoid using your nails for anything during this time, as you can easily chip or smudge the polish. If you want to speed up the drying process, place your hands in front of a fan, or dunk them in an ice bath for 2 minutes. If your polish takes a very long time to dry, it may be expired. As a general rule, you should get rid of nail polish 2 years after it's first opened.

SUMMARY: Rinse and dry your hands to remove dust from the acrylic. Wait 20 minutes for your polish to dry and cure.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You just need a standard deck of cards that comes in a cardboard box. Remove the cards from the box and use a scissors to snip a small hole in one of the corners of the back of the box. Put the cards back in the box and take a look at the hole. You should be able to see the upper corner of the last card in the deck, revealing which card it is. Come to your show with the card box already prepared. Keep the side with the hole away from the audience as you prepare to perform the trick. If you can find a box that has a picture of a playing card printed on it, as many standard decks do, all the better - the hole will barely be visible. Start by having the person shuffle the cards a few times. Tell him or her to pick a card and show it to the audience while your back is turned, then place it at the bottom of the deck of cards. Hold out the box of cards, hole side facing your palm, and tell the person to put the cards into the box. He or she will almost certainly place the cards into the box face down so that you won't be able to see the chosen card. If not, tell him or her to start over and pick a new card. Hold up the deck of cards, with the hole facing you, and announce that you're reading the volunteer's mind to determine what he or she picked. Look through the hole to see what the card is, then close your eyes and tilt your head toward the ceiling. Announce, "I've got it! It is (the name of the card)!" Pull the deck of cards from the box, taking care not to show the side with the hole, and hold it up to the audience so that they can see the bottom card.

SUMMARY: Cut a peephole in a box of cards. Ask an audience member to pick a card. Make a show of reading the volunteer's mind. Confirm your reading by showing the card.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Most moody teens are simply struggling with the many changes they are experiencing in their lives. Occasionally, however, teens experience more serious anger. If you recognize any of these signs of dangerous anger, immediately contact a mental health professional: Cries for help -- statements that your child intends to do some sort of harm. Extreme identification with one group or affiliation. If your teen expresses a desire to "go to war" with other groups, he's crossed the border into dangerous thinking. Complete lack of communication. It's normal to struggle to communicate well with your teenage child, but the situation has become dangerous if your child stops talking to you or her peers altogether. This is a sign of serious alienation. Violence. Pay attention to behaviors such as hitting or vandalism, as these behaviors can escalate. Dropping out, not only from school but from activities your child formerly enjoyed. It's one thing for your child to reach high school and decide he's tired of playing soccer, but a teenager who stops identifying with others altogether may become capable of doing them harm. Substance abuse, especially combined with any of the above behaviors. Remember that substance abuse can include misuse of common household items such as "sniffing" glue or stealing prescription drugs from your medicine cabinet. Watch for the following signs that your child needs treatment for depression: A depressed mood or feelings of sadness most of the time. Near-total lack of energy. Lack of interest or motivation. An inability to enjoy activities that he used to enjoy. Withdrawal from family or friends. Feelings of anger, irritability, or anxiety. An inability to concentrate. Significant changes in weight (loss or gain). Significant changes in sleep patterns, from insomnia to sleeping all the time. Feelings of guilt or lack of worth. Thoughts of death or suicide. Failing grades at school. The form of action you take will depend upon the gravity of your concerns. If you're concerned your child is engaging in destructive behavior short of dangerous anger or depression, approach her with information rather than a challenge. Provide literature and Web links. Doing so demonstrates respect and regard for his ability to make better decisions in the future. If you are concerned your child may be a danger to herself or others, seek help immediately. Contact your doctor, a mental health professional, or your child's school counselor.

SUMMARY: Learn to differentiate moody behavior from dangerous anger. Recognize when your child is suffering from depression. Take action when you have serious concerns.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If your family or community is extremely conservative, then it may not be safe to tell them that you're pregnant, especially if you think you will abort. Don't risk being verbally abused, physically abused, or kicked out of your house if you think it's possible. If it's not safe to tell your family, you may be able to go out "camping" or "on a road trip" and get an abortion in secret. (See if there's a trusted friend who will go with you and corroborate your story.) Be cautious about signing forms and make it clear to the clinic that you want this to be secret from your family and your family doctor. After your abortion, you might not be feeling so well. Your family might think it is a cold or the flu. Once your doctor has confirmed your pregnancy, you will likely have many questions. Your doctor is a great resource for you. Being pregnant will cause significant physical changes to your body. Even if you don't plan to be pregnant for long, you should ask your doctor what you can expect. Your doctor will also perform a physical exam, and may perform blood tests or an ultrasound at the visit. Ask your doctor to give you an approximation of how far along you are in your pregnancy. Many states have laws about when you can and cannot receive abortions. Typically, abortions are safest in the first trimester. Being unexpectedly pregnant can be a very frightening experience. You might feel confused and scared. Give yourself a few days to think about your options. If you have a friend or family member you can trust, don't be afraid to ask for advice. Most importantly, think about the decision that is best for you and your health. Essentially, you have three options to choose from: parenthood, adoption, or abortion. Even if you know what you want to do, it is still a good idea to talk to a counselor. They can prepare you with what to expect. Reproductive health clinics also provide resources to people who aren't sure whether they want abortions, and can offer resources if you think you want to keep the pregnancy but lack money or support. If you can, you may want to talk to the potential father to help you make your decision. But, legally the choice is yours.

SUMMARY:
Determine whether it's safe to tell anyone what's going on. Consult a doctor, if it's safe to do so. Think about your options.