INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Some of your discomfort with your boyfriend going out may stem from not knowing his social group very well. To change this, suggest that you and your boyfriend hang out with a few of his closest friends. Plan a fun event or bonding activity such as a dinner party or game night at your place, or a fun outing to a restaurant or pub. Hosting a get-together may help you impress his friends and win them over. If you meet your boyfriend's friends at a party or gathering, be friendly and try to talk to them. They may feel more comfortable around you after getting the opportunity to chat with you. Keeping your distance or seeming standoffish may give them the impression that you don't like them or don't want to spend time with them. Being friendly with your boyfriend's friends may inspire them to invite you out with your boyfriend when they hang out. If your boyfriend has strong relationships with his friends, there are probably many good things about them that you can appreciate too. Listen to what your boyfriend says about his friends to try to pick up on these good qualities. When you have the opportunity to spend time with him and his friends, observe their behavior for positive things that make you like them. For instance, you may find out that one of his friends is incredibly generous, based on stories about his charity donations or seeing him purchase food for his friends. Showing interest when your boyfriend speaks about his friends will also show him that you care about them. Resentment towards one or more of your boyfriend's friends may cause you to feel bad when they hang out together without you. If one of your boyfriend's friends does something that you feel is disrespectful or hurtful, tell him about it. He may be able to smooth things over by approaching the issue with his friend, or by giving you a different perspective about his friend's actions. For instance, if one of your boyfriend's friends teases you and makes you uncomfortable, your boyfriend can ask that person to be more sensitive to you, and explain to you that his friend acts that way when they're nervous.

SUMMARY: Organize a get-together to break the ice. Make an effort to have conversations with your boyfriend's friends. Look for the qualities in your boyfriend's friends that he appreciates. Be honest with your boyfriend if his friends' behavior upsets you.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Before you begin troubleshooting a clogged drain in your dishwasher, you should always disconnect the power to the machine. This can be done by removing the plug from the outlet. You could also remove the fuse from the fuse box or turn the appropriate breaker off to ensure that the power is completely disconnected. Your dishwasher owner's manual will likely come with instructions that will tell you how to locate and disconnect the hose from the dishwasher. Once you have located the hose, use pliers to pinch the wire clamp and slide it up the hose. You should also place a catch basin under the hose, to collect any spills that may come out of the hose. Once the hose has been disconnected, try wiggling the hose to loosen any debris that may be trapped. Then, insert a straightened wire coat hanger or auger into the hose and remove any clogs that may exist. Alternatively, you can try running high pressure water through the hose to remove any clogs. Use a garden hose to blast out debris that may be trapped. Once the clog has been removed from the hose, reattach the hose to the dishwasher. Plug in the dishwasher and run the machine on a normal cycle with no dishes. The dishwasher should now drain properly and water should no longer pool in the bottom of the machine.

SUMMARY: Shut off all power that leads to the dishwasher. Consult your owner's manual for instructions. Disconnect the hose. Use a wire hanger or auger to unclog the hose. Reattach the hose and run the dishwasher.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The best come with a grid on the backing and allow you to reposition the paper if you make an error placing it on the sheets. Handle it by the edges so you don't leave fingerprints in the adhesive. If the backing has a grid, then save it to use as a guide when placing your document. Lay the sheet on your work surface adhesive side up with a grid under it. You can use the grid on the backing you just removed, a sheet of graph paper or a grid you drew on a plain sheet of paper. Tape the grid down so it doesn't slide around. With small documents on large laminating sheets, alignment isn't important. You may need to adjust the laminating sheet on the grid. Press the corner down with your finger. Smooth the paper your hand so that it lies flat with no wrinkles or air bubbles. Discard the backing. Start at 1 corner and smooth the sheet down a bit at a time to remove wrinkles and air bubbles. You can also use a tool called a brayer to smooth the sheet, or you can burnish it with the edge of a credit card. Leave a 1/16" (2 mm) border so that the laminate doesn't loosen.

SUMMARY: Buy self-adhesive laminating sheets. Remove the backing to expose the adhesive. Position the adhesive. Line up your document so it's centered on the sheet. Press 1 corner onto the sheet. Secure the rest of the paper onto the laminating sheet. Expose the adhesive on a second laminating sheet by removing the backing. Add the second sheet on top of the first. Trim the edges with a paper cutter or scissors.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: While proper hygiene is generally considered a preventative measure against urinary tract infections, it is also an essential part of getting rid of the infection sooner. The more you can incorporate healthy and hygienic practices, the better off you will be Wipe from the front to the back after using the bathroom. This is especially important for women, who should always wipe from front to back. Sexual intercourse is one of how bacteria can be introduced into a woman's urethra, eventually ending up in the bladder. To help prevent this, the genital and anal areas should be cleaned before and after sexual activity. Women should also urinate before and after sexual activity. Avoid body lotions and Massage oils as a lubricant unless it says it's safe. These have chemicals that can lead to an infection. Urinating after intercourse empties the bladder and flushes out bacteria. UTIs are not infectious, and you cannot catch one from somebody else. Certain clothes can make it more difficult to get rid of your UTI. Tight-fitting underwear which is made of non-breathable materials can enable a moist and bacteria-friendly environment to develop adjacent to the bladder. For these reasons, go for cotton underwear, rather than non-absorbent fabrics like nylon. Avoid tight-fitting pants or shorts. Tight garments can cause sweat and moisture to build up, creating an ideal breeding ground for bacteria. Wearing the right underwear can help prevent infections developing or worsening, but it won't cure them.

SUMMARY:
Maintain excellent urinary hygiene. Clean before and after sex. Wear the right clothing.