Article: Get out 2 bunches of radishes and rinse them to remove any dirt or grit. Set the radishes on a cutting board and trim off the greens. Set the greens aside to use as a garnish for the soup. Use a sharp knife to slice the trimmed radishes into 1/4-inch (1-cm) thick slices. You'll need 2 cups (230 g) of sliced radishes. Use your favorite radishes such as red, pink, purple, or daikon. Place the remaining 1/4 cup (30 g) of sliced radishes on a cutting board. Cut the radishes into long thin strips the size of matchsticks. Pour the soup into 4 serving bowls and sprinkle a little of the radish matchsticks on top. Dollop 1 tablespoon (12 g) of reduced-fat sour cream on top of each bowl of soup. Roughly chop the reserved radish greens and sprinkle them over the soup. Store the leftover soup in an airtight container. Refrigerate and use the soup within 3 days. Warm the soup for 1 to 2 minutes in the microwave or heat it on the stove for about 5 minutes.
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Rinse and slice the radishes. Cut the rest of the radishes into matchsticks. Garnish the soup and serve it.
Article: Approach your mother and simply state, "I started my period." This will open the door to an honest conversation. Reactions will vary from mother to mother, and include happy, excited, or flat. Regardless, your mom will never be angry or disappointed. Once the subject has been broached, your mom will likely take over the conversation and help you with all you need to know. Choose an appropriate time. If it needs to be done immediately, feel free to do so. Otherwise, choose a time that allows for a lengthy conversation. Sometimes it helps to write out a script ahead of time so you can approach the subject with confidence. The hardest part is gathering the bravery to get started. Just remember that you'll feel less stress when the conversation is over. Remember, your mom has gone through this too. In fact, she may still be getting her period monthly. The important thing to keep in mind is that she understands, and she is there to help. Your mom has the "hands-on" experience to answer any questions you may have. More than likely, your mom will be prepared with pads or tampons and will be more than happy to explain their differences and demonstrate the proper use. Write a simple note stating something like "Mom, I started my period" or "Can you buy me some tampons/pads?" Place the note in a place where only she will find it, such as in her purse, her makeup kit, or her underwear drawer. Make sure the note is short and to the point so that there is no confusion. Be prepared for the response. Once you let your mom know about your period, she'll want to have a face-to-face discussion regarding it. Change your underwear but don't wash them. Instead, call your mom to your room and show her the underwear. Having had a period before, she'll immediately recognize it initiate the conversation about what happens next. You should be looking for discharge that is slightly pink, brown, or red. Don't be embarrassed to show your mom your underwear. She won't be grossed out--she's been there before. Blood will stain your underwear so immediately wash or soak your underwear to avoid staining. If you only have brown discharge, then wait for your period. By the time your period comes, you may already have a plan for how to tell your parents. It's also possible that it was a false alarm and your body is just preparing itself for your period. Brown discharge before a period is normal. This could be a layer of nutrients being discharged before the actual menstruation. Again, feeling nervous is a perfectly normal feeling. Just imagine how nervous your mom must have been when she had the conversation with her mom years ago. Try deep breathing and positive thoughts to help you cope with your nerves. Breathe in slowly through your nose and out through your mouth. Focus on taking 30 slow, deep, breaths and you should feel more relaxed afterwards. Ask yourself, "What's the worst that can happen?" Remind yourself that many people have gone through this and survived. Gaining this perspective can help you to relax. In some situations, parents aren't as supportive or understanding as one would hope. If this is the case, try talking to someone with which you feel comfortable. For example, a school nurse, a teacher, or a friend's parent.
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Start a conversation with your mom. Connect to her as a female. Write a note. Show her your underwear. Wait a while to be sure. Relax. Talk to someone you can trust.
Article: If you still have the liquid you cooked the pumpkins in, this can be reused. Otherwise, boil about 4 pints (2 liters) of fresh water. Use your hands or a large spoon. Do not mash the cubes into the jar. Instead, allow them to sit somewhat loosely. Leave about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of headspace or empty space in between the pumpkins and the top of the jar. Pour the water slowly to prevent it from splashing out and to allow it to fill the empty spaces in between the cubes of pumpkin. Make sure that approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) of empty headspace still remains in each jar. Make sure that the lids are screwed on securely. If the lids are too loose, you will not be able to create a seal during the canning process. Heat the water to boiling. You must use a pressure canner when canning pumpkin. Use jar tongs to carefully place the jars on the rack inside the canner. Do not allow the jars to clink together as you move them. If the jars do collide, they may crack. Put the heat on high while the pressure valve is still open. Allow the steam to escape through this vent for ten minutes to purge the air inside. Close all the valves to allow pressure to build inside the canner. You will also need to set the weight, but the amount of weight will vary depending the time of pressure canner used as well as your present altitude. If using a dial-gauge pressure canner, set the weight to 11 lb (4.99 kg)for altitudes up to 2000 feet (609.6 m). Add 1 lb (0.45 kg) of weight for every additional 2000 feet (609.6 m), stopping at 14 lb (6.35 kg). If using a weighted-gauge pressure canner, set the weight to 10 lb (4.54 kg) for altitudes up to 1000 feet (304.8 m). For any higher altitude, set the weight to 15 lb (6.8 kg). If using quart-size (liter-size) jars, however, you will need to process the pumpkin for 90 minutes. Turn off the heat after the jars have finished processing. After the pressure drops to zero, wait three additional minutes and open the vent to release the steam. Open the canner and lift the jars out with jar tongs. Set them to dry and cool in a draft-free area. Do not allow them to touch or bump into each other. After the jars have cooled overnight, press on the center of each lid to check the seal. If it does not move, the jars have been sealed properly. If the center button "pops" or moves up and down when pressed, the jars have not been sealed and are not safe for long-term storage. A basement or refrigerator works best.
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Boil water. Pack the pumpkin cubes into the jars. Pour the boiling water into the jars. Put the lids onto the jars. Fill a pressure canner with 3 inches (7 2/3 cm) of water. Place the jars in the canner. Cover the canner but allow it to vent. Set the weight and close the vents. Process the jars for 55 minutes. Turn off the canner and let cool. Remove the jars and let cool. Check the seals. Store sealed jars in a dark, cool area.