You can use nail clippers or manicure scissors. The choice is largely a matter of preference. Consider the pros and cons of each option: Nail clippers are cheap, simple, and widely available. They cut your nails along a set concave edge which can be very convenient if the clippers fit your nails, but frustrating if the crescent is too large or too small. Toenail clippers usually feature a heavier bite and a straighter edge to contend with thicker nails and the risk of ingrown toenails. Manicure scissors are less common than nail clippers, but some people greatly prefer them. You may need somewhat more finesse to trim your nails with manicure scissors. However, you also have more control over the arc of the cut. As their name suggests, manicure scissors are usually best-suited to hand care. You'll want to use a heavier-duty set of clippers on your feet. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration says that it is too dangerous to use other sharp cutting toolssuch as knives, razor blades, or regular scissorsto trim your nails. The tool may slip and injure the skin surrounding the nail. If possible, buy your own set of nail-cutting tools, and keep separate sets for your fingernails and toenails. Wash the implements regularly with a disinfectant for the sake of sanitation. Dish detergent or antibacterial soap will do: just soak the cutting tools for 10 minutes in a bowl of hot, soapy water. Make sure that you set up a place for the clippings to go; you may offend other people if you leave chunks of your nails strewn all over the floor. Consider clipping your nails into a trashcan or a compost bin. Hold your fingers and toes directly over the receptacle, and try to track down the clippings that fly astray. Try not to clip your nails in public spaces, and avoid clipping near people that are talking. You can, indeed, compost fingernails and toenails. They won't add much bulk to the pile, but they are organic matter and they will decompose. Don't try to compost fake nails (acrylics) or excessively-polished nails, as these artificial materials will not degrade.
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One-sentence summary -- Choose your cutting tool. Make sure that your clippers are clean. Be mindful of where you cut your nails.

In order to truly learn about and understand the history of Ancient Rome, you also need a basic understanding of historical theory. Knowing historical theory will enable you to put everything you learn into the proper perspective and have framework to understand it. The history of Rome taught today is an approximation of what occurred in the past. History is not just events, names, and dates, but also ideas and concepts that help people understand "facts." There are no laws that explain everything in history. Historical events are driven by complex causation and by the actions of individual actors. For instance, Rome did not fall because it completed the cycle from democracy, to republic, to dictatorship. It fell due to a variety of reasons including but not limited to environmental degradation, and changing population and economic trends. Before you delve into learning about Roman history, you should understand that interpretations will vary from historian to historian. This is important to realize, as most historians acknowledge that there is no way to truly know the past the way it was lived by the people during the time. Historical interpretations change over time. Different historians will frame the same events and people in different ways. After you understand that interpretation varies from historian to historian, you should familiarize yourself with some of the best known scholars of Ancient Rome. Ultimately, by familiarizing yourself with the work of many historians, you'll have a much more complete view of the history of Rome. Consider: Reading the work of Livy and Tacitus, Roman historians who wrote during the first century C.E. These historians focused on questions of political power and growth of empire. In many ways, their work reflects the power of Rome during the time in which they lived. Reading the work of Edward Gibbon. Gibbon's work reflected late eighteenth century British interest in empire and imperialism. Reading the work of Geza Alfoldy. Alfoldy's work reflects late-20th century interest in social history, which was a departure from the focus on politics and power. An important part in learning about Ancient Rome is knowing and understanding the central questions that historians have focused on in their studies. Knowing these questions will give you an analytical framework and a point of departure as you educate yourself about Rome. What factors contributed to the rise of Rome? What led to the fall of Rome? What was the impact of Rome on western (and global) civilization?
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One-sentence summary -- Form a basic understanding of historical theory. Understand that interpretation varies from historian to historian. Familiarize yourself with major scholars on Roman history. Know the major questions or problems that historians focus on in their studies of Ancient Rome.

If your crush doesn't know you exist, try introducing yourself. If you're in a class together, you can use that as an excuse to start talking to your crush. For instance, say you have history class together. You could say, "Hi, I'm Janie. We're in history together. What did you think of that boring lesson Mrs. Johnson gave the other day?" or "Hi, I'm John. I sit across from you in math. I was wondering if I could borrow your notes for the last class." See if you can get the person to spend time with you. If you're able to hang out more, you may be able to make friends with the person. Start with hanging out at school first. Maybe you can eat lunch together or spend some time together in the library. One way to get to know a person is to let them talk about themselves. Question them about their lives, such as asking them about their favorite color, their family, or their favorite books and movies. It's important to listen to the answers, too. That is, pay attention to what's being said. One way you can show you're listening is by making comments on what the person is saying or asking related questions. One way to build a friendship is to laugh and have fun together. Share a book of your favorite jokes with the person or giggle together over a silly picture. Having fun together can bring you closer. Lend the person your book when she asks. Bring an extra cookie to school for him when you make some for yourself. Offer to take down notes if she's going to be gone for the day. Little kindnesses like these go a long way towards building a friendship.
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Say hello. Try to hang out with the person. Get them talking about themselves. Make him or her laugh. Be nice to him or her.