Problem: Article: Mix the muffin batter and spoon or pour it into the muffin tins. Then, remove the cream cheese from the fridge and dice it into 14 inch (0.64cm) piece while it's still cold. Add a spoonful of diced cream cheese on top of each muffin cup and bake the muffins according the the recipe instructions. The cream cheese will sink into the batter while the muffins are baking. If you're making muffins from scratch, cut the granulated white sugar from the recipe and use the same amount of brown sugar instead. Brown sugar is a little sweeter and imparts a rich, maple-like flavor to the muffins. You can also sprinkle cinnamon and brown sugar on top of the muffins before popping them in the oven to add a little crunchy sweetness.
Summary: Upgrade any muffin recipe with cream cheese for a rich, decadent twist. Use brown sugar instead of white sugar for a sweeter, richer flavor.

Problem: Article: Writing a book is a significant undertaking that will require a lot of time and energy. Choosing a subject you know and care about will help propel you through the daunting process. Explore your passions and interests when choosing a topic and make sure you have something important to express on the matter. Choose a genre that you love to read and have explored in depth, whether it's horror, romance, or political intrigue. Choose a genre that others will find interesting as well. You'll also find it easiest to write in a genre you're familiar with, since you'll have a good grasp of the common tropes and conventions of the genre. If you're writing non-fiction, make sure that you have a level of expertise and credibility on the subject. You should read other similar books within your genre both before and during your writing process. Read these books with a critical perspective, noting which aspects of the author's style you like and which you would do differently. Doing this will keep you connected to the reader's perspective throughout your writing. It will also keep you aware of what has already been said on the subject so you can produce an original work of your own. Make notes while you read so that you can keep track of your reactions and observations. You might keep a notebook or journal on hand as you read, use sticky notes, or start a document on your computer where you can make notes. The plot of your book will likely change as you go through the writing process. Still, it's good to begin with a rough outline of the major events and points of interest you wish to emphasize. Focus on how your content can be organized to best achieve your book's purpose, whether it's to entertain, inform, or titillate your reader. You can take note of valuable plot sub-points, methods of describing imagery, or how the dialogue is developed. Don't focus too heavily on chronology or dividing the content into chapters with your initial outline. You can consider these aspects before writing but a general plot outline should come first. For non-fiction books, outline the core concepts you are trying to express in the book and fit specific examples and plot devices underneath them as subpoints. There are a lot of different outlining techniques out there, for both fiction and non-fiction. If you're not sure where to start, do a quick online search for "book outline templates." You can also try more specific search terms, like "romance novel outline template." One popular outline style is the Freytag Model, which allows you to diagram the plot structure of a work of fiction. Do an online search for "Freytag Model" or "Freytag's Pyramid" to find templates and resources for making this kind of outline. If you are writing a fiction novel, your characters will be critical to conveying the story. Start by outlining their function in the story, whether they are protagonists, antagonists, neutral, supporting, or ancillary to the main plot. Then develop more specific characteristics pertaining to their function in the story like their personalities. Developing backstories for your characters, even if those stories don't factor into the actual content of the book, will help you conceptualize how they might react to plot points or interact with each other. Try to make your characters realistic so they will be relatable, even if your book does not take place in a realistic setting. If you do have a mythical-type setting, like a world with dragons, try to consider how real people would react in that environment. If you're not writing fiction, then key events may be the major "players" in your book. Spend time early on familiarizing yourself with the major events or concepts that form the core of your book, since this will help you think through your book's organizational scheme.
Summary: Choose a subject you're passionate about. Read similar books. Outline your plot or structure. Outline your characters or major events.

Problem: Article: Since mantises might cannibalize each other, purchase a plant for each one that you intend to keep. Pick a tall plant so they have plenty of room to climb. Stick to a small pot, however, so they can find their food at the base more easily. Choose a plant with plentiful wide leaves so the mantis has adequate shade to escape the sun. Since your mantis won't be enclosed, be sure to select a breed that doesn't develop wings so it doesn't fly away and escape! If the pot is circular, the diameter of the surface area should be at least three times wider than the mantis's body length. If the pot is box-shaped, it should be twice as wide as the mantis's body length and three times as long. Place it on a windowsill so the plant receives direct sunlight and remains healthy. If your windowsill is too narrow, place your plant where sunlight can reach it. Be sure to keep it out of reach of other pets, since dogs or cats may eat your mantis. Collect or purchase other insects with soft bodies to use as pet food. Be sure to use live prey that is only a quarter of the size of the mantis itself. If possible, feed them insects that don't fly so they don't escape. When using a caged enclosure to house your mantis, it's recommended to keep a continuous supply of food. But since you're not using a cage, be vigilant with feeding to make sure the mantis is eating regularly. Keep the soil free of fallen leaves or other obstructions where prey can hide. Try using tweezers to offer food. This way you can gauge how hungry your mantis is as well as use prey that is able to fly or otherwise escape. Fruit flies are a popular food for smaller mantises, and crickets for larger ones. Keep the room temperature warm. Mist the leaves and soil regularly to maintain proper humidity. Since you're keeping your mantis in the open instead of an enclosure, keep a sharp eye on the soil to make sure it doesn't dry out. If prolonged sunlight dries your plant quickly on a regular basis, rotate the plant between direct sunlight (for the plant's health) to other areas in the room where the sun doesn't reach (to maintain moisture). Between regular misting and the moisture received from eating prey, the mantis shouldn't need another water source. However, for your own peace of mind if this is a concern, go ahead and give it a small water bowl.
Summary:
Buy a potted plant. Situate your plant. Feed your mantis. Maintain the right environment.