Problem: Article: Pour cool water into a clean pot, tub, or container large enough to completely hold and cover your turkey. For this method, the shape of the container doesn't matter. The water must be no warmer than 40 degrees Fahrenheit (4.44 degrees Celsius) to avoid bacterial growth. Place resealable plastic bags of ice into the container to keep the water temperature cool, if necessary. While still in its packaging, place the turkey breast-side down in the water. The turkey must be completely submerged in the water. If the turkey is not in its original packaging, place the turkey in a sealed, leak-proof plastic bag. This will help prevent cross-contamination. Use a heavy baking dish or other clean, heavy item to weigh the bird down so it stays fully submerged in the water. After 30 minutes have passed remove the turkey and set it aside. Try not to drip everywhere. Even if the turkey was sealed, some of the water may be contaminated with bacteria. Pour all of the water out, and then replace the water with fresh, cold water. Be sure that it remains under 40 degrees, and add new ice if necessary. Place the turkey back into the water, and let sit for another 30 minutes. This method will defrost your turkey at a rate of about 30 minutes per pound. For example, if your turkey weighs 12 pounds, you must allow the turkey to thaw using this method for approximately six hours.
Summary: Fill your container. Submerge your turkey. Remove the turkey after half an hour. Discard and replace the water. Repeat the process. Repeat continually, as necessary.

Problem: Article: Squirt some grease-cutting dishwashing liquid onto an unused toothbrush. Scrub the stained area that the crayon wax left behind. Wipe up any remaining suds with a cloth dampened by water only. Let the car seat air dry. Put a couple of drops of a dry cleaning solvent, such as Guardsman, onto a clean cloth and then lightly dab the stained upholstery. Add a little more solvent to the cloth if you don't see progress. Then, let the car seat air dry. Do a test on an inconspicuous part of the upholstery beforehand to make sure it's suitable for your particular type of upholstery. Cover the stain completely with baking soda. Let it sit for at least a half an hour or so, and then vacuum it up to remove the stain. Repeat this process if the stain remains. If you have crayon stains left behind on your leather car seats, put a little rubbing alcohol on a clean cloth. Wrap the cloth around your finger and apply some pressure while you rub at the stained area. Then wipe the area with another cloth lightly dampened with warm, soapy water. Finally, wipe the area with a clean cloth dampened with water only and then let the spot air dry. Make sure to use a mild soap to make your soapy water.
Summary: Scrub stained upholstery with dish soap and a toothbrush. Blot stained upholstery with dry cleaning solvent. Sprinkle baking soda on the stained upholstery. Apply rubbing alcohol to stained leather.

Problem: Article: Use a wire brush to scrub the grill grate, removing any traces of burnt on food from previous grilling sessions. Even if you cleaned your grill after using it, it is still a wise idea to clean it again, especially if it has not been used for a while. Scrubbing the grill grate also helps to remove other debris that could have gathered on it in between uses. Pour a small amount of canola oil onto a clean paper towel and rub the paper towel over the grate. The oil creates a non-stick coating that will limit the amount of steak getting stuck to the grill as it cooks. In the absence of oil, you could also use aluminum foil. Cover the grill grate in aluminum and poke holes throughout the foil with the tines of a grilling fork. You must poke the holes in the foil so that enough heat can travel through. You should begin 20 minutes before cooking, and you need to prepare two areas of high heat and one cooler area. Set the grill grate aside temporarily. Use a chimney starter to ignite a moderate pile of charcoal briquettes. Let them burn until they are covered in white ash. Dump the hot coals into the bottom of the grill. Use tongs with a long handle to carefully spread the coals. You should have two or three layers in one-third of the fire bed, and one or two layers in another third. The remaining third should have no coals. Return the grill grate to the grill As with the charcoal grill, begin 20 minutes before you plan on cooking. Turn all heat elements on as high as they will go. The grill must be very hot before you can add the steak. To check a charcoal grill, hold your hand roughly 4 inches (10 cm) above the tallest flames. You should only be able to count to 1 before needing to pull your hand away. If you can tolerate the heat longer, the grill is not hot enough yet. For a gas grill, the temperature gauge needs to reach 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius) before it is ready.
Summary: Scrub the grill grate. Coat the grill grate with canola oil. Preheat a charcoal grill. Alternatively, preheat a gas grill. Check the grill before beginning.

Problem: Article: Organize your obligations into "Do," "Don't Do," and "Delegate." Instead of trying to do it all, figure out which household tasks need to be done (your "Do" list), and which can wait (your "Don't Do" list). If there are things you could get your partner, your kids, or a hired hand to do washing the dishes, walking the dog, and so on separate them into your "Delegate" list. This will rebalance your family's time in such a way that you all have the ability to spend more time together, instead of you and/or your partner taking on a disproportionate amount of housework. Be realistic and honest when evaluating your time. Don't add something to your "Do" list just because you feel guilty. Organize your work tasks, too, so that you can identify which things need doing and which you can delegate to a coworker. You can lose a lot of time that can be spent with your family (or on yourself) by searching for misplaced keys, remote controls, and other essential belongings. Choose a convenient location for your wallet or purse, your keys, and your glasses. Get in the habit of placing these essentials especially the things you seem to lose frequently in the same place every day. For instance, you might choose to always put your glasses by the bedside, and your keys by the door. Look for ways to save time and use them whenever possible. For instance, if your dry cleaner offers free pickup, or you can get your pizza delivered instead of picking it up, spring for these convenience services. This will help you maximize your family time. If you're enrolled in university, use the campus gym instead of trekking from school to the gym and then home. If you're the type of person who rises to a challenge, you might benefit from trying to make and meet unique family-related goals. Set a minimum amount of time to spend with your family each week for instance, 15 hours. Or you could try a qualitative goal like making your child smile at dinner. Change your family-time goals regularly to keep the contest fresh. Instead of checking email, working on projects, and texting friends or coworkers when you're home, turn your phone off and shut down your computer. This way, your family will get your undivided attention. After your kids and partner are asleep, you can log back on. This is especially important during family outings and meals. You can also use your computer and phone early in the morning, when your kids and partner are asleep. Some people get discouraged because they think, "I could never maximize my family time in the way that my neighbor did." This is defeatist thinking and will not help you maximize your family time. Instead, organize your time as well a possible without passing judgment on yourself. Remember, nobody can spend all their time with their family.
Summary:
Prioritize your time. Organize your things. Take advantage of all your resources. Adopt family-time goals. Unplug when you're at home. Don't compare yourself to others.