You need a plastic or glass container that's completely airtight to lock in moisture and prevent any brine from evaporating. If the original container is tight enough, leave the cheese in it. However, if it doesn't reseal well after opening it, move the cheese to a container that can be closed completely. If you move it to a new container, be sure to label the container with a permanent marker or sticker. Write down the type of cheese and the date that you bought it so you know how long to keep it. When transferring your cheese, keep any original liquid, too. Don't drain the cheese. The drawers in your refrigerator have the most consistent temperature and humidity so the cheese won't get too cold or too dry. The best drawer is the one closest to the bottom of the fridge. Ideally, your refrigerator temperature should be set between 35 and 45F (2 and 7C) for cheese-keeping. If you're having trouble using up your cheese before it goes bad, consider buying cheese in smaller quantities. Throw away cheese if there is any mold or if it smells funky. Mold on soft cheese is a sign it's not safe to eat. Contrary to popular belief, you don't need to replace the brine if you only use a clean utensil to reach in and remove cheese. But as soon as you dip a dirty utensil or your fingers into the brine, you'll want to change it out. Drain the old brine with a cheesecloth or strainer over the sink. Then, fill the container with new brine and seal it tightly before placing back in the fridge. Make your own brine by dissolving 1 tablespoon (15ml) of salt in 3 cups (710ml) of water. Stronger brine will preserve the cheese for longer. But keep in mind that the more salt you put in the brine, the saltier the cheese will taste. Don't swap fresh water for brine. Water will dilute the flavor of the cheese and cause it to spoil faster.

Summary: Transfer your soft cheese to a tightly sealed container if necessary. Keep the cheese in a fridge drawer for no more than 2 weeks. Replace the brine only if it gets contaminated with a dirty spoon or hand.

Taking her to a party is probably not the best date idea for a shy girl. Instead, take her somewhere quiet where she can open up to you. For example, take her for a walk in the park or to a picnic in the park. If you aren't sure what she'd want to do, you can ask her if there's somewhere she has been wanting to go. If the park is a little too quiet for her, you can suggest going out for ice cream. It's stress-free and there are some people around. A movie is another low-key date idea because it's something you can do together without feeling the pressure to talk. If she doesn't like ice cream, suggest going out for lunch or dinner. Even if the date goes very well, do not move very fast with a shy girl. Moving too fast could be overwhelming for her. For example, don't go in for a kiss without asking permission. If you feel like she's having a good time with you, ask if she'd be okay with holding your hand. You can move on from there if she seems okay with holding your hand. Depending on how the date or dates go, you may want to ask her to be your girlfriend. First, try to get an idea of how she feels about you. You can ask if she enjoys spending time with you. Or, if she has opened up to you a lot, ask her if she likes you in the same way that you like her. If she does, ask if she would like to be your girlfriend. For example, you could say "I've really enjoyed getting to know you. I've come to like you a lot, and I was wondering if you would like to be my girlfriend?"

Summary: Take her somewhere quiet. Go out for ice cream or a movie. Take things slowly. Ask her to be your girlfriend.

The first step to building assets is setting up a plan for your money. Decide exactly how you will allocate every dollar you earn. As an initial goal, budget 50% of your money on needs like food, shelter, and transportation. Then budget 30% towards savings and 20% to wants and miscellaneous purchases. Ideally, your budget should help you maximize your savings. If you can get the amount you spend on needs under 50% and the amount you save close to or above 50%, you will have a very strong budget. Try lowering your cost of living by making inexpensive meals at home. Moving into a smaller house or lower-rent apartment can also help you to save a great deal of money every year. After making a budget you need to make sure you stick to it. Only buy things if you have money in your budget for them. Keep a spreadsheet that lists all of your purchases so you know exactly what you're spending on. Always know how much money you have left to spend for any week, month, or year. Download a budgeting app like Mint or PocketGuard to help you track your spending. These apps can help people follow their budgets without having to maintain spreadsheets or save receipts. Change all the lightbulbs in your home to LED or CFL lightbulbs, as these can greatly reduce electricity bills. You can also unplug electrical devices you don't use often, as anything that's plugged in draws some electricity. To lower your heating and cooling bills, install a programmable thermostat, which can help you use energy more efficiently. Think particularly hard about getting rid of items that have high monthly bills, like cable. If you have any subscriptions or memberships that you use infrequently, cancel them. This will help you save money every month. The less debt you have, the more quickly you'll be able to build assets. Some kinds of debt, like a mortgage or student loans, can help you build assets or increase your earning potential. But even in these cases look closely at the numbers and make sure you can afford that amount of debt before you take it on. If you use credit cards, pay off the balance monthly so you don't have to pay interest. If you already have a considerable amount that you're having trouble paying off, try to consolidate or refinance it. This might help you get a lower interest rate or stay on top of your monthly payments.
Summary: Make a budget. Track your spending. Lower monthly energy costs. Reduce the amount you spend on entertainment. Avoid taking on debt, especially on credit cards.