Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Sprinkle some baking soda over the cooktop. Soak a large rag in soapy water. Place the rag over the baking soda. Wipe away the baking soda. Clean spills as soon as possible. Avoid ammonia-based cleaners.

Answer: There's no need to measure the exact amount of baking soda you use. Just open the lid to your baking soda container and apply enough to lightly coat the area of the stovetop you wish to clean. If your stovetop is really grimy, apply a heavier layer of baking soda. Old parmesan cheese containers are ideal for sprinkling baking soda. Similar containers with holes punched through the lids are equally useful. If you have such a container, fill it with baking soda. Sprinkle the baking soda from this container over the stovetop. To make the baking soda even more effective, some people choose to spray the baking soda with a spray bottle filled with vinegar. There's no need to measure the volume of vinegar you spray over the area you've coated with baking soda. Just spray a light coat enough to get the baking soda bubbling. Place a large dishrag in hot, soapy water. The rag should be large enough to cover the entire area that you applied baking soda to. Remove the rag from the soapy water. Wring it out. It should be damp, not saturated. Lay the rag over the baking soda on the stovetop. Wait 15 minutes. If you're trying to clean the entire surface of the stovetop, use a rag that covers the entire surface or a series of smaller rags that enable you to cover the whole surface. Once you've let the dishrag sit on the stove for 15 minutes, use it to wipe the stovetop. Move it in a wide circle that cleans the area where you applied the baking soda. Once you've scrubbed the ceramic stovetop thoroughly, use a damp sponge or another damp dishcloth to clean the remaining baking soda residue from the stovetop. Allow it to air-dry. You might want to wear gloves during the wiping stage. If you spill something on your ceramic stovetop and don't clean it up soon, it will be harder to remove later. Leaving a spill on your ceramic stovetop for too long also risks burning whatever was spilled next time you use the stovetop. Therefore, clean your stovetop as soon as you can. If you spill something while you're using the stovetop, wait until it has cooled before wiping it up. Otherwise, you might burn yourself. Cleaning with an ammonia/water mix or a cleaning product formulated with ammonia cannot effectively clean anything but light dirt and fingerprints from ceramic stovetops. Using such cleaners could lead to iridescent stains on the surface. Avoid abrasive cleaning products. Chemical cleaners like Comet and Ajax will damage your ceramic stovetop. Do not use these products. Likewise, steel wool and abrasive scouring pads will scratch the surface of your ceramic stovetop.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Spread the word to your coworkers about recycling. Make recycling information readily available with bulletin boards around the office. Place literature about recycling around the office. Put up fact sheets near waste receptacles. Keep track of the statistics to keep your coworkers motivated. Choose volunteers to keep the workplace recycling program running.

Answer: Try calling for a meeting to discuss recycling or getting the first few minutes of another office get-together. You can also always just bring it up casually over coffee or lunch. The more your coworkers know about the advantages of recycling, the more likely they are to participate in a workplace recycling program! A few simple phrases for talking about it with your colleagues can include: "An aluminum recycling bin for soda cans in the break room can really help eliminate some of our waste." "Wouldn't it make sense for us to have a paper recycling bin next to the printer?" "I really think we should focus on recycling more here." Create a permanent resource such as a bulletin board for employees to reference whenever they wish. The bulletin board can have statistics about the office's impact on waste or more broad statistics. Remember not to get too wordy or else people will be unlikely to read much. Keep the information current and replace it every few weeks with new materials so everyone stays educated and engaged. A few ideas for the bulletin board can include: Your office's amount of recycled goods so far Infographics about what happens to items after they're recycled Recommended reading lists of articles or studies regarding recycling Tips for making recycling easier Try leaving a few pamphlets in the lobby or even installing an entire bookshelf. Hopefully, your coworkers will expand their recycling knowledge in their spare time around the office. Check out the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or Planet Aid for some good resources on brochures. If you're planning on leaving books around, remember to choose accessible ones with quick statistics and facts. A few solid ideas include: Recycle Everything: Why We Must, How We Can by Janet Unruh Shift Your Habit by Elizabeth Rogers Recycle: The Essential Guide by Lucy Siegle Try putting up a sheet with recycling statistics near the waste bins. You can include global statistics or facts specifically about the office's impact on recycling efforts. Count the number of bags of garbage your office produces in an average week before starting. Then, once the recycling initiative has begun, start counting the number of trash bags compared to bags of recycled goods. Being able to quantify their efforts will help employees put their contributions into perspective. Let those who are truly invested help keep the program running, giving those who wish to participate an active role. Try putting them in charge of rotating recycling informational posters around the office or encouraging them to come up with fun contest ideas of their own. This will help take the load off your back and contribute to an office culture of recycling.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Make sure it is safe and legal. Put your comfort level first, not his. Be yourself and be mature.

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The age of consent varies from state to state, so know what the legal age is where you live. If you are under the age of consent, do not try to date someone who is over the age, as that can create difficulties in setting boundaries and could potentially have criminal implications. Older guys may have more experiences and freedoms than someone who is younger. They might drive a car, have less or no parental supervision, or have already had sexual relationships. Know ahead of time what you're comfortable with and stay true to that instead of worrying about what he wants. Be confident about telling him what you are and aren't okay with. It's better to know that your expectations are different are early on rather than staying quiet and finding yourself in a compromising situation. Speaking your mind and establishing boundaries are signs of maturity that will make him respect you more. You don't have to wear skimpy clothing to get his attention. If you're comfortable, wear clothes that flatter your figure and make you feel confident, but aren't overly sexy or revealing. You want the guy to be interested in who you are, not just your body; Leave room for mystery. While some guys may like people who seem younger, others prefer someone who acts more mature for their age. Being mature doesn't mean being dry, serious, or boring you don't have to pretend to be someone you're not. Typically, behaving maturely means being confident, comfortable, and cool. If you're a girl, it's said that girls mature faster than boys, so you may already be on the same maturity level as the guy you have your eye on. Avoid being clingy and following him around everywhere. Doing this might make you seem like more of a little sister than a romantic interest. Do not act needy, as this is a sign of low self-esteem. Neediness is unattractive because it demands constant attention, reassurance, and affirmation from another person which can be annoying. Wanting to be with somebody is very different from needing to be with somebody. Don't brag about how "experienced" you are. Trying to seem mature in this way actually has the opposite effect. Being confident in who you are is mature and extremely attractive.