Write an article based on this "Let new stucco rest for at least 60 days. Inspect the stucco for imperfections. Repair any existing cracks or holes in the surface. Pressure-wash the stucco 15-30 days after making your repairs. Allow the stucco to dry completely."
article: If the stucco has been applied recently, it needs to have a chance to dry and settle before you begin making any improvements. That way, you can ensure that it will be structurally stable by the time you're ready to paint over it. Avoid touching the stucco as it dries. Your installer may choose to keep a protective scaffolding up over the wet surface during this time. Environmental moisture can slow down the drying process. Consider waiting an additional 1-2 weeks if you live in an area that receives a lot of rainfall. Make a mental note of any areas that are stained, crumbling, or peeling. It's important to be aware of these spots, as they'll likely require extra attention when you start painting. If the stained or crumbling section isn't readily obvious, mark it with a piece of colored painter's tape so you'll be able to find it easily later on. Fill small hairline cracks with elastomeric caulk by running the tip of a loaded caulk gun along the length of the crack while slowly releasing the caulk. For larger spots, you may need to use a thick stucco or concrete patching compound. These products are designed to hold more firmly and last longer than silicone fillers. Use a hand trowel or putty knife to smooth the fresh patching compound until it matches the texture of the surrounding surface. If you run into any heavily damaged areas, you may need to fix them by applying a new layer of stucco. Contact the original installer to see what course of action they recommend. Spray the surface from one end to the other, working your way from top to bottom. This will remove whatever dust, dirt, grime, or mold has built up on the textured material over time. It will also blast away any loose paint left over from previous touch ups. To avoid chipping or wearing away the stucco, set your pressure washer to a low pressure setting (1,200-1,500 psi will be ideal for most surface) and use a wide spray tip. Be sure to angle the nozzle away from windows, door frames, light fixtures, and any other features that may be damaged by the stream. This may take hours or days, depending on the weather conditions where you live and how much area you covered with the pressure washer. Stucco is a porous material, which allows it to dry quickly, but it also holds more moisture as a result. Once no more water is visible on the surface, perform a touch test to see if it's still wet. If the stucco feels slightly tacky or cool to the touch, it probably needs more time.

Write an article based on this "Put on all the new strings and leave them slack. Use the f-holes to align the bridge. Let the violin rest."
article: If you're putting strings on a new violin for the first time, you'll have to seat the bridge, which takes some care and measurement. The first step, though, is to put all the new strings on and leave them slack enough to slide the bridge under them and stand upright. Following the basic method for changing a string, letting them stay somewhat looser than you normally might. The bridge should be horizontally centered on the instrument so that there is an equal amount of space between each string and the edge of the fingerboard. Use the small nicks on the insides of the f-holes to square the bridge to the center-line of the strings. To center the bridge, use the curve of the "f" on the interior side as a guide. It should align equidistant between them. You can tighten the strings somewhat to reduce the rest of the slack when you've positioned the bridge, but let it rest for at least 24 hours before attempting to fine-tune the instrument. It's possible to snap the bridge and ruin all your hard work, and also to pop it out and flatten it against the violin. Let it rest and settle.

Write an article based on this "Recite your speech to yourself. Keep the speech brief. Speak with confidence."
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Writing a speech is only one aspect of the entire presentation. You also need to practice the speech out loud. That's because often, the way that you write things might not actually roll off the tongue easily. Go over any parts that seem confusing or that don't flow easily. Make any notes or changes that will be helpful when delivering the speech. Time the speech when you recite it. Give the speech to a mirror so that you can see how often you're able to look up from your paper without stumbling. You can also practice the speech in front of a close friend and ask for feedback. You might have a lot to say, depending on your tenure at this place and how much it has meant to you. However, this speech is not the time to go into minute detail about it. Remember that people likely need to get back to work, or have other things they'd like to be doing with their time. If you do it right, you can make a powerful speech in a short period of time. A farewell speech should usually be about five minutes long. Ten minutes is acceptable in certain circumstances. More than that should be reserved for extremely special circumstances, such as when a head of state resigns. Many people get nervous when speaking in front of a crowd. There are plenty of tricks to help yourself battle nerves if you need to. Make sure to practice your speech many times; then, prepare yourself for standing in front of a group. Know that you may make a mistake. Be prepared for this. Don't beat yourself up if it happens. Acknowledge it and move on. You can even laugh at yourself to help put the audience at ease. Focus on people who seem to connect to your speech. If they're nodding, smiling, or have their eyes glued to you, focus on them. Their energy will help give you confidence.