INPUT ARTICLE: Article: There are several types of polishes, but cream polishes work best to moisturize and add shine to your boots. Find a leather cream polish in the same color as your boot or a neutral polish that isn't colored. Only cowboy boots with a finish should be polished. Don't polish suede, naked or nude finished leather, patent or microsuede leather. The advantage of using a colored polish is that it can restore color to faded boots. Just like with the conditioner, add a dollop of polish to a clean white cloth and rub it into your boots. Add another thin layer if you want more shine. Follow the directions on the package to either wipe away excess polish or let it set into the boot. Don't wear the boots until they're dry to the touch.

SUMMARY: Find a cream polish the same color as your boots. Add a thin layer of polish to your boots. Clean off the polish.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Depending on what color you want to work with, you may need to add more water to get the desired color. Start with one cup of water per drop of food coloring. Mix well. Try mixing the dye and water into a spray bottle. This will make it easier to apply it to the pet. Make sure her fur is clean and well brushed. Dyeing works better with lighter fur. Cleanliness will help the dye last longer and will look better. Use a food processor or a masher to break down foods into a paste, mush, or powder. If you are using a dry food, try adding a small amount of water (1 tbs) until a desired consistency is reached. For trickier colors to obtain (like blues and purples), try adding the mashed food mixture to baking soda to make a paste. Start with of a cup of baking soda and add it to your food mixture until desired amount/color is achieved. Unless you want to also dye your hands, make sure you are wearing latex or plastic gloves to protect your own skin. This is easy to do in a few simple steps. Dampen your pet's fur with a spray bottle of water. You do not want to soak the fur, but spray so the fur is damp to the touch. Apply the chalk directly to the damp fur. If you want a lighter color, use less chalk. If you want more or darker color, apply more chalk. Wait for the fur to dry. This will help the color set into the fur. Use a blow dryer (not too hot, try a medium setting) and blow warm air over the chalked fur. This will help the color set and last longer. There are a few tips to make this step go smoother. You can also use cotton swabs and small, clean, paint brushes to get areas around the eyes, ears, mouth, and nose. Apply dye mixture in small areas. Start with an inconspicuous area to test the color. This will also help determine how the she will react to being dyed. Avoid spraying dye into her eyes, mouth, or nose. This could harm the animal and/or agitate it. Apply one color at a time. It is recommended to let one color dry before applying any more near or on top of it. This will stop color from running or mixing together.

SUMMARY: Add water to food coloring. Start with a clean pet. Smash or pulverize food. Wear latex gloves. Apply chalk directly to damp fur. Apply the dye using your hands or a spray bottle.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When you walk into a room where a blind person is waiting, saying something right away will alert them to your presence. Being quiet until you're right next to the person might make them feel as though you just snuck up out of nowhere, which isn't comfortable for anyone. Say your name so they know who you are. If the person offers a hand to shake, go ahead. It might not be intuitive, but you should always say something when you're about to leave. Don't just assume the person will be able to hear you walking out. It's impolite to walk away without saying anything, since you'll leave the person talking to air. This is frustrating and embarrassing. If it seems as though the person could use some assistance, the best thing to do is ask instead of just assuming they require your help. Just politely say, "would you like me to help?" If the answer is yes, ask what they'd like you to do. But if the answer is no, it's impolite to insist. Many blind people are perfectly capable of getting around without help. If they say they'd like assistance, do only what is asked, and no more. It's common for well-meaning sighted people to "take over" and end up hurting more than they've helped. In some situations, there's really no need to even ask. For example, if everyone's sitting around a table and the blind person is already seated, you don't need to walk up and ask if there's anything you can do. Be sensitive to the situation and don't make assumptions. Many people who don't have experience around the blind aren't sure how to address the blind person, so they instead address his or her companion. In a restaurant, for example, it's common for servers to ask the person seated next to a blind person if they would like more water, a menu, and so on. Blind people can hear just fine, and there's absolutely no reason not to address them as you would anyone else. " Your inclination might be to disrupt your normal speech habits and try to find ways around saying words like "look" and "see." It's okay to use these common words when not using them would sound awkward. It could make a blind person more uncomfortable for you to talk to them in a way that's different from how you'd talk to other people. For example, you can say "It's really nice to see you" or "It looks like rain tonight." However, don't use words like "look" and "see" when to do so would be impossible for the person. For example, if the person is about to collide with something, it's more helpful to say "Stop!" instead of "Watch out!" Guide dogs are highly trained animals that enhance the lives and safety of blind people. Blind people rely on their guide dogs to navigate, and that's why you shouldn't call or pet one. If the dog becomes distracted, this could create a dangerous situation. Don't do anything that could take up the dog's attention. If the person invites you to pet the dog, its OK to do so, but don't touch the dog otherwise. Asking a lot of questions or making a big deal about someone being blind is impolite. Blind people have already answered these questions. Every day they encounter situations and places that cater to people who are sighted. You can help a blind person feel more comfortable by being sensitive to this and just talking with them in a normal way. One common myth people often ask blind people about is whether they have a heightened sense of hearing or smell. Blind people have to rely on these senses more than sighted people do, but it's not true that they have super powers when it comes to hearing and smell, and it's rude to assume that. The person may not want to talk about why they are blind. (For example, it could have been due to a scary accident that is very painful to remember.) If they bring it up, it's fine to keep asking more questions and continue the conversation, but don't call attention to it otherwise.

SUMMARY:
Greet the person out loud. Tell the person when you leave the room. Ask if the person would like help. Ask the person questions directly. Don't stress over words like "look" and "see. Don't pet a blind person's guide dog without permission. Don't make assumptions about a blind person's life.