Are the neighbors simply noisy? Is their property a nuisance or hazard? Have they damaged your property in some way? The level of annoyance should determine how much action you take. For example, the neighbor with an infant who cries at 4 A.M. isn't doing anything bad on purpose. Some things you may not be able to prevent or control. Before taking any official actions, consider how you might solve the problem on your own by talking to your neighbors. However, if your neighbor's behavior puts you at immediate risk, such as a sanitation issue, don't hesitate to speak up. You may have behaviors or habits that cause issues for your neighbors. If you tend to be noisy or messy, consider quieting down or cleaning up. If you have annoying habits, your neighbors will be less accommodating if you complain about them. Therefore, make sure you are on your best behavior and see if your neighbors follow suit. You should see if they are having problems or issues with the people you find annoying or that are causing issues for you. If others are having the same problems with the offending neighbors, this justifies your complaint. If more than one person is having the same problem, you can consider talking to the offending neighbors together. There is strength in numbers. If you need to make a formal complaint, you should do this jointly. Being demanding and mean to your neighbors can cause hard feelings and may tempt them to be more annoying. Instead, use kindness and reason when dealing with them. Be clear about what is bothering you. You just can't say they are bothering you for no reason. Be straightforward, but reasonable. Don't yell or shout at your neighbor as that will just cause the situation to escalate. If your neighbors aren't home often or if you can't get them to agree to sit down and talk, write them a polite letter that states your concerns. Be creative in thinking of ways to allow the neighbors to do what they do, but in a less annoying manner. For example, if they like to have noisy parties, ask them to end them earlier or have them only on the weekend. If their property is a nuisance with tall weeds, garbage, or clutter, offer to help them clean it up. If they have a pet that is causing a problem, suggest how they can keep the animal on a leash or build a fence. If they have caused damage to your property you can suggest how they can fix it. Do what you can to fix the situation, especially if it is something the neighbors can't help or aren't able to fix. For example, if your problem is a crying infant at night, try sound proofing your walls. If pets or kids are coming into your yard, consider building a fence. Try to resolve the situation yourself before lodging a complaint.
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One-sentence summary -- Assess what is bothering you. Consider your own behavior and lifestyle. Talk to your other neighbors. Talk to the offending neighbors nicely. Suggest alternatives. Take matters into your own hands.

Roots like carrots and potatoes will need to be scrubbed, while mushrooms will need to be rinsed thoroughly. Make sure every veggie is clean and free of dirt. This mostly applies to onions since they have layers of skin, but some people like to peel their carrots and potatoes as well. You don't need to chop the veggies perfectly, but smaller pieces will cook faster. Chop the garlic and ginger, too. Unlike the veggies, these ingredients must be chopped very finely. Eating big chunks of garlic and ginger can be off-putting. Use a sharp knife. A dull knife makes chopping veggies more difficult. Use a large cutting board. First, add one tablespoon of oil to a pan, and then turn the heat to medium. Once the oil starts to bubble, add the garlic and ginger. Let these cook for a minute or so before adding all the vegetables. Stir often so the veggies are fried evenly. After 5-7 minutes, taste the vegetables to make sure they are cooked. If not, keep frying them. When they are done, turn the heat down to low. Move the noodles from the colander to the frying pan, then add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce. Stir the pan over low to medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add salt, pepper, coriander, masala powder, and any other spice you desire, like chili powder. About 1 teaspoon of each spice is average, but you may like the dish more salty, spicy, or bland. Stir the dish after every spice is added. This will help coat the veggies evenly. Taste the dish frequently. Use a fork to try a tiny portion of the dish; when the spices taste good, you're done cooking.
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One-sentence summary -- Wash the veggies. Peel the veggies if necessary. Chop the veggies. Fry the veggies in oil for 5-7 minutes. Combine the noodles with the veggies. Add spices. Finished.

Before wearing your Superstar shoes, treat them with a water and stain repellent. Spray the repellant evenly on the area of your shoe. Dab the excess repellant with a soft towel, and allow it to dry overnight. When the repellant dries, add a second coat. This should help prevent moisture and most minor stains from damaging your shoes. You can buy water and stain repellant at your local shoe store. Re-apply the repellant every few weeks as you would with winter boots. Try to avoid getting your shoes dirty. Keep them away from dirt and mud. Don't run through grass. Grass stains can be very difficult to remove. Take extra precautions when you're eating so that you don't spill food or liquid on your shoes. The best way to keep your shoes white is to keep them from getting discolored in the first place. Inevitably, you will get some dirt on your shoes. Periodically, bang the soles of your shoes together to loosen dirt particles from them. If you allow the dirt to penetrate the fabric, it will be harder to remove. Only knock your shoes together at the soles. If you knock your shoes together anywhere else, you will scuff them up. Don't hit your shoes together too hard or you might damage them. . When you get a stain on a rubber part of one of your shoes, immediately use a magic marker to clean it. Dampen your magic marker and wring out the excess water. Rub it gently over the stain. Use your magic marker to spot clean the shell toe and the sole of each of each of your shoes. Be careful not to smear the stain. If you notice a scratch or blemish on the fabric part of one of your shoes, promptly wipe it away with a shoe cleaner wipe. Wipe your shoes in a gentle circular motion. Wipe your shoes softly to avoid scratching them. You can substitute baby wipes if you don't have any shoe cleaner wipes available.
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Pre-treat your shoes. Be careful. Shake off the dirt. Spot clean the rubber parts of your shoes Spot clean the fabric parts of your shoe.