Problem: Article: You will find a new hairstylist sooner than later. Finding new friends is admittedly harder. Allow yourself to miss the people that had made your life so comfortable before you moved and recognize that there will not be perfect equivalents for those people anywhere else in the world. Don't let this diminish the quality of your life in your new home. Recognize that a new city offers not only new friendships, but entirely new networks and communities to dive into. Don't hesitate to do so. If you're missing one or two people in particular, call them in the evening to share stories about your day with one another. You'll find that you have more to talk about and more positive, mutually enjoyable conversations when you have new, exciting experiences to talk about! Though it may not feel like it, there are groups of people wherever you've moved that will be thrilled to meet you. Whether based on a shared history or shared interests, seek out those that congregate according to criteria that you also share. For instance: If you went to a large university and have moved to a big city, there are probably alumni meetups. If a quick search doesn't bring any hits, contact your alumni center and they'll know if there's an organized alumni group in your new city. If you've moved to a new country, seek out those that have also moved there from the country you left behind. Go out on a whim. There are some great websites designed around organizing meet ups based on similar interests or even just casual social interaction. Check out Meetup and Reddit, which both have platforms to meet people in cities around the world. If someone invites you out, go! Don't worry about immediately becoming friends with everyone you meet. You'll likely meet plenty of people that you don't develop a relationship with. You can still enjoy the interaction, and the more people you meet the more comfortable you'll be putting yourself out there. Here's a great to both provide yourself with some familiar aromas and flavors from home, and develop genuine relationships with people in your new life. Friendship based on breaking bread together is older than the written word. Invite the people you want to know better to share in a meal that means something to you. Speak of your prior home in the home you're developing now. Volunteering will immerse you in a new community, leading to new social connections and providing you with a sense of place in a new city. Whatever your interests are, you can find a volunteer opportunity that you will enjoy, and meet people interested in contributing to the world in a similar way. Be around other people. There are plenty of ways to increase your social interactions in simple and casual ways. If you're a college student, know that this is the time in your life in which you'll have unlimited opportunities to meet people and get involved in new communities. For help considering your options: Look up a list of student organizations. Universities make these readily available on their websites. Look up a campus calendar. Chances are, you'll soon be attending events of the sort you never knew existed. Universities are incredible places to experience all sorts of creative expression, from music to comedy. There's will almost always be something going on that interests you. Join a recreational league. This will immediately immerse you in a new community, and will likely lead to new friendships. When you're eating, especially in a space where others are in a similar situation (such as a mess hall or dining hall), ask to sit at an occupied table with an open chair and say hello to those already there.
Summary: Acknowledge that people are harder to replace than places. Connect with people where you are. Accept invitations. Host a meal and make a dish from home. Volunteer. Seek to surround yourself with others.

Problem: Article: Wood is a natural decoration that adds to your aquarium's look. Algae that grows on the surface of wood can provide food for certain kinds of fish. Driftwood is a popular choice because of its twisting shape. You can sew carpet moss onto a piece of driftwood to combine wood and plant life, making the tank more resemble a natural underwater habitat. Boil any structure you plan to put in the tank in water before introducing it to your tank. Boiling will sterilize your wood or rock to make it safe for your aquarium. Boiling wood will kill any bacteria on it and remove tannins that can stain the water. Fish will also often hide behind rocks. Rocks have a variety of shapes and colors, so you can look for rocks that you think add to your overall theme. Choose rocks that speak to your sense of style. Avoid having large rocks directly touch the glass. Over time, the rocks may damage the glass, causing stress fractures or cracks. After boiling rocks, soak them overnight and then brush them to remove loose particles. These can include the typical castles and pirate treasure, or you can go for something more imaginative. Consider getting a few decorations in different sizes to provide different territories. Like plants, structures give fish hiding places that they enjoy. Some structures can add oxygen to the water. Be very careful when buying decorations with holes or small spaces. While these can be ideal hiding places for smaller fish, larger fish can become stuck and get injured or even die trying to get out. Be sure any hole or archway is significantly larger than your largest fish. If you have young fish, keep in mind their full grown size when picking out such decorations. Experiment with the placement of your decorations to find something that is aesthetically pleasing to you. Having one main decoration that is larger than everything else can provide a good focal point, but also make sure it won't crowd your tank. Balance items with empty space. If one side of your aquarium is going to face a wall, consider attaching a background to it. These simple sheets of plastic can be bought at any pet store, and come printed with beautiful pictures, from undersea plants to deserts. A simple black background will lend a very professional look, hiding cords and tubing and making the colors in your aquarium stand out, especially if you have a lot of plants. If your aquarium is looking a little sparse, a background printed with plants or coral reefs can give the impression of a much lusher environment. Choose a background that fits your theme. An image of a coral reef suggests a natural space. You could go in the other direction with something like a space-themed background if you want a more unique theme. Measure your tank before going to the store, and buy a piece at least 1" longer than your tank to account for uneven edges. When you get home, cut it down to the proper size and tape it to the outside of the back of your aquarium.
Summary:
Decorate your tank with wood to provide hiding space and a potential food source. Decorate your tank with rocks to make the landscape at the bottom of the tank more interesting. Add some artificial decorative elements for a more fantastical look. Arrange the items in the tank artfully without overcrowding the space. Purchase a background to enhance the overall aesthetic appeal of the aquarium display.