In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you have asked your mom for a pet before but she hasn't taken you seriously, maybe it's a good idea to write her a letter. That way, you can put all of your research into it and give her plenty of time to think about your request. For example, you may list all the ways you are responsible and mature enough to care for a small pet in the letter. You may write, "I promise to take care of the pet when I get home from school and to stick to a regular feeding schedule for the pet." If you think it's best to ask your mom in person, plan for a time to make your request. Choose a time when you and your mom can talk one on one and in person. Pick a comfortable setting, such as at the dinner table or in the living room. Set up the discussion by saying "Can we talk about something?" or "I have to ask you something. Are you free to talk?" If you have done your research and have a plan of action ready for your mom, it will be easy to ask with confidence. Start the conversation off by saying something like, "I've given it a lot of thought and I think I'm ready for a hamster. Here's how I plan to care for it." You may print out a copy of a feeding schedule for the pet and a list of responsibilities you will fulfill to care for the pet. This way, you can show your mom the document and make it clear you have given your request a lot of thought. Once you have presented your case, discuss your options in detail with your mom. Listen to your mom's response to your argument. See if you can both come to an agreement. If your mom seems doubtful, ask her what else you can do to convince her. Suggest that you both revisit the idea in a few weeks. Leave the discussion open. Revisit the idea a few weeks later with your mom to see if you can sway her to let you have a pet. During this time, fulfill all your responsibilities at home and be a model child to convince your mom to let you get a small pet.
Summary: Write a letter to your mom. Ask your mom in person. Speak with confidence. Discuss your options with your mom.

Before you get started, make sure that you have everything you will need to crochet a snowflake. You will need: White or cream colored lightweight yarn. A size 0 crochet hook. A darning needle. Scissors. Pins. A piece of cardboard. A bowl. Water. White glue (optional). Wrap a piece of yarn around your finger three times. Slide your crochet hook under the first two loops and use it to pull the third loop under the first two. This will result in your first two loops. You will use that as the foundation to base the rest of your snowflake around. Make sure that you keep these loops loose. Do not tighten them after you slip them off your finger. When you're done, double crochet through your central loops to attach the end. To do this, insert the crochet hook into the center of the loops and loop the yarn over the crochet hook on the other side. Then, pull the yarn through with the hook to secure it to the central loops. You should now have a chain loop extending from the loops that you made with your fingers. Next, chain two and then double crochet into the central loop again. Continue to follow this pattern of chaining two and double crocheting until you have five chain loops extending from your central loops. Then, finish by chaining two. Once you have five chain loops around your central loops, you will need to tighten the central loops. Doing so will create the center for your snowflake. Gently tug on the yarn, pulling the chain loops closer together. Then, pull on the tail of the yarn to finish tightening the center. After you have tightened the center, insert your crochet hook into the top stitch of the chain of five and crochet through it. This is called a slipstitch and it will secure the last two stitches you chained and complete your first round. You should have six spaces in the round you just crocheted. It should look a bit like a pie cut into slices. Slip stitching is also known as joining in some crochet patterns. Chain three loops and then double crochet through the first chain two space that you made in your first round. Double crochet three stitches into this space. Then repeat this process on the next chain two space, but only chain two stitches and double crochet four stitches into the next chain two space. Continue to chain two and double crochet four times into the chain 2 space until you complete the round. After going around the first layer and double crocheting every four loops together, slipstitch into the space in the chain of three you made at the beginning of the round. This will secure your second round.
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One-sentence summary -- Gather your materials. Crochet your first loop. Chain five stitches extending from the loop. Chain two and double crochet into the central loop. Tighten the yarn. Slipstitch into the first chain of five loops. Begin the second round by chaining three. Slipstitch the loops in place.

Problem: Article: High blood pressure can damage the blood vessels leading into and out of your kidneys. This causes your kidneys to become unable to filter the waste that they receive, causing dangerous levels of fluid and waste to accumulate in the kidneys. . If you have high blood pressure and are worried about your kidneys, talk to your doctor. Chances are, your doctor probably has already prescribed anti-hypertensive (anti-high blood pressure) medicine that you should take daily. Some of the most common medications for this condition include: atenolol, amlodipine, ramipril and enalapril. Walking for 30 to 40 minutes each morning can help you to relax and keep you healthy. When you relax through exercise, you are actively keeping your blood pressure under control. If you don't like walking alone, join a walking group or walk with a friend each morning. Stress plays a big part when it comes to your blood pressure. Exercising can be a great way to reduce stress, but you can also try other methods. Try meditating every day for 30 minutes or take yoga classes that will teach you how to relax by controlling your breath and focusing on the movement of your body. As mentioned in Method 2, eating too much salt can really elevate your blood pressure. Try to eat less salt each day; aim for about 6 gm of salt daily. Avoid high salt foods like: Soups, gravies, and broths. Soy sauce and salad dressings. Salami, bacon, and cured meats. Cheese. Snack foods (like pretzels and chips). Pickled foods.
Summary:
Understand how high blood pressure can affect your kidneys. Take an anti-hypertensive medicine Get exercise each morning. Try other ways to reduce stress. Reduce the amount of salt you have in your diet.