Write an article based on this "Be gracious and polite. While it's important to be kind to others, you should also be kind to yourself. Take an interest in other people's lives. Be assertive. Demonstrate a strong work ethic. Showcase good manners while eating."
article: Doing little things can have a big impact on how you present yourself to others. Be sure to introduce yourself to people you don't know, whether at a business meeting or a casual party. Once you've said hello, make an effort to remember people's names. It makes them feel special and they'll take note that you did it. Graciousness isn't something that comes in big gestures, but in everyday efforts to make people feel included and appreciated. Offer small compliments to make people feel appreciated. Maybe they got a new hairstyle or made a strong contribution to a good effort. Saying "You look nice today" or "That was a great idea" can make somebody's day and doing so improves their perception of you. Simply saying "please," "thank you," or "bless you" goes a long way when meeting new people. Don't be overly modest. A little self-deprecating humor can lighten the mood and break the ice, but too much can make people uncomfortable. Ask questions, and listen to people's answers. You'll learn about them and in turn be able to follow up the next time you meet. You'll appear considerate and thoughtful. In turn, you can offer personal details of your own life and develop meaningful, substantive relationships. Be careful not to over-share or pry to hard with your questions. Keep topics light in the beginning by asking about fun parts of people's lives like vacations and hobbies. When you're with other people and you don't make your opinions known or don't defend them, you miss out on an opportunity to earn people's respect. Without shouting down others, make a case for yourself and what you believe. You'll find you respect yourself more for doing so. When encountering new people, find a balance between shyness and assertiveness. Make an effort to introduce yourself to people but don't force your way into conversations. Be aware of people's body language. Behavior in the workplace contributes massively to how you present yourself as a person. The way you act when working in a group or on your own says a lot about who you are and how people perceive you. Showing up late, missing deadlines, and making poor contributions to team projects reflects terribly on you as an employee, and in turn as a human being. People judge someone by the quality of his or her work, and the things they produce as much as by their appearance or personality. Besides the benefit of other people's perception of you, working hard results in improved feelings towards yourself. People derive satisfaction and pride from a strong work ethic. Good ways to improve your work ethic include: Better punctuality, avoiding procrastination, helping with other people's projects, focusing on small details, embracing responsibility, starting early, and never saying "that's not my job." It sounds simple, but eating like a slob, even in casual settings, can detract from an otherwise great personal presentation. Some foods are meant to be eaten by hand, and there's nothing wrong with chowing down on a burger and fries with your fingers. However, that doesn't mean you need to inhale your food. Take small bites, use a napkin, and don't talk with your mouth full of food. Make your mom proud!

Write an article based on this "Remove furniture and plants. Clear moss and weed growth. Saturate the paver surface. Prepare a mild cleaning solution. Brush the pavers with a stiff brush. Rinse down the area. Use more powerful treatments cautiously. Re-sand your pavers once dry. Mist the sanded pavers."
article: Depending on where your pavers are located, remove any potted plants or furniture that can get in the way of cleaning. You want a clear surface free of obstacles while cleaning. At this point, cover any surrounding landscaping with tarp that may be damaged by water or chemicals in the cleaning products. Be sure to also cover metal objects. Use a stiff bristled handheld brush or brush broom to agitate and brush away any moss growth on or in between pavers. Gently pull weeds out in between paver joints. When all of the organic growth has been loosened, brush the debris off of your paved surface. If the growth is too heavy to remove by hand, spray a vegetation killer and wait at least two weeks before cleaning the pavers. Before you start cleaning the paver surface with soap or any other type of cleanser, hose down the entire area with water. You don't need to power wash the area at this point; the pavers merely need to be wet so they don't soak up the cleanser and form a murky film. The safest and easiest cleanser to start with is a mixture of warm water and a mild degreaser detergent. Fill up a gallon sized bucket with water and add about 16oz of dish detergent. Mix the soap into the water thoroughly. Once your cleaning solution is ready, gently pour some onto your paver surface, working in small areas at a time. Use a stiff bristled broom to scrub the cleaning solution into the paver surface. The harsh scrubbing from the broom bristles will loosen engrained dirt and stains. Scrub in different directions to avoid wearing out the same spot. You may use a wire brush or scouring pad instead. Don't overdo it, as these tools can scratch the paver surface. Once you are finished scrubbing and cleaning your paver surface, gently rinse off the cleaning solution with clean water and into a nearby drain. You can use a regular garden hose to rinse off the cleanser or use a power washer to blast off harsh stains. However, power washers can sometimes cause more harm than good (by excavating sand in between paver joints), so be careful if you decide to use a power washer. If detergent doesn't do the job, visit a home improvement store and look for a specialized cleaning product for your material (concrete, travertine, etc.). Many of these are highly corrosive and/or toxic, including TSP (trisodium phosphate) and muriatic acid. Read the warning label and make sure everyone in the area follows safety precautions. This may include wearing rubber boots, protective clothing, rubber gloves, mask, and safety glasses. Strong treatments can be a risk to children, pets, and vegetation, and may damage your pavers if used incorrectly. In most cases, the sand between the pavers is running low and needs a touch-up. Once the pavers are dry, pour a small mound of polymeric sand onto them. Sweep the sand all over on the paved surface with a dry, stiff bristled broom. Brush in multiple directions for more even coverage. Keep pouring on more sand and sweeping until the joints are filled. Polymeric sand locks the pavers together more effectively than regular sand. Once all the sand is spread out into the paver joints, use a mist setting on your hose to mist water over the pavers. The misted water will allow the sand to settle in between the paver joints. Try not to saturate the pavers and wash away the newly laid sand.

Write an article based on this "Pick out a fatty cut of pork. Defrost the meat in the refrigerator for 12 to 36 hours. Place the pork in a roasting pan with the rind facing up. Make a series of shallow parallel cuts in the fat. Tie the roast with butcher's twine at 26in (5.115.2cm) intervals."
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Crackling can be prepared using any number of cuts, including the loin, shoulder, belly, or butt. The important thing is that the meat be untrimmed, with a thick layer of fat (or "rind") covering the top. When it comes to getting just the right balance between meaty and crisp, most cooks swear by the belly. If you're working with a frozen cut of pork, it will first be necessary to thaw it out. Always let frozen meat sit in the refrigerator as opposed to the countertop so that the temperature remains even throughout. If you don't feel like clocking your meat as it thaws, simply transfer it to the refrigerator the night before you want to make crackling. Defrosting your pork in the refrigerator will also help dry it out, allowing for a more consistently crunchy crust. There will be a lot of fat dripping off the meat as it cooks, so the larger and deeper the pan, the better. Make sure the roast is resting as flat as possible to prevent it from shifting as it cooks. Make your cuts widthwise, or perpendicular to the longest side of the roast. Each cut should be roughly 1 inch (2.5cm) apart, or about the width of two fingers. Be careful not to cut into the meat itself, as this can cause the succulent juices to escape. In many supermarkets, you'll be able to find fatty cuts of pork that have been pre-scored and packaged as "crackling." Scoring the fat helps ensure that it renders properly. Pull the strands from opposite ends until they're snug, then tie off each section with a secure knot. Binding the meat will help it hold its shape in the intense heat of the oven. Tying up your roast is an optional step, but it can be useful if it's been stuffed or wasn't butchered in one uniform piece.