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Place a small saucepan filled with a few inches of water on the stove. Place a glass mixing bowl into the saucepan. It should fit snugly, but shouldn't touch the water. Heat the water till it starts to simmer (bubble lightly). Add 1 cup (175 g) of semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir the chocolate until it melts. Stir in 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. The coconut oil will help the chocolate remain shiny once it's cooled. It will also help it harden on the sliced apples. You could also melt the chocolate and coconut oil in the microwave. Just microwave on the lowest setting for 30 seconds at a time. Stir the chips frequently until they're melted. Wash 2 large apples and carefully slice them into 1/2" to 3/4" slices. Take a small knife and make a small notch at the bottom of each slice so you can easily insert the stick. Push one popsicle stick into each apple slice. To ensure that the chocolate coats and sticks to the apples, consider patting them dry with a paper towel. Lay a piece of waxed paper onto a large baking sheet. Spray the wax with cooking or baking spray. Pour a little of the melted chocolate onto a small rimmed plate. Dip both sides of each apple slice into the chocolate so the slice is completely coated. Set the slices on the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate the apples for 5 to 10 minutes so the chocolate hardens. If you don't have waxed paper, you could also lay a silicone baking mat on the baking sheet. Remove the baking sheet of chilled apples from the fridge. If the caramel sauce is in a squeeze bottle, just squeeze the caramel sauce over the apple slices. If the caramel sauce is in a jar, dip a spoon in the caramel and drizzle it over the apples. You can also drizzle melted white chocolate over the apple slices for an even sweeter flavor. Chill the apple slices for another 5 minutes. To melt the white chocolate, you could microwave white chocolate chips in 30 second intervals. Or purchase a white chocolate sauce. Just ensure that cocoa butter is listed as an ingredient. Set out small dishes filled with additional toppings. Let people choose their own toppings or create a variety of apple slices to serve. For example, set out: Shredded coconut Chopped peanuts Crushed Oreos Crushed pretzels Rainbow sprinkles M&Ms

summary: Melt the chocolate. Slice the apples and insert the sticks. Dip the apple slices in the chocolate and chill them. Drizzle the apple slices with caramel. Sprinkle the apple slices with optional toppings.

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Dogs need plenty of time outside. Exercise is important, and they will need to poop and pee. Dogs are very difficult to hide for this reason; do not think that you can just keep the dog inside. Wait until your parents are out of the house to walk them. You can also wake up early before they are awake to take your dog outside. They may see your dog as you bring him in or out of the house, so be careful. Use a backdoor if possible. Frequent accidents in the house can be a major hint for your parents, especially if they smell or find the evidence. At first, you will have to walk your dog every two hours. Encourage them to go in the same spot every time. Give them a treat when they have gone. This will encourage them to only go outside. If the dog leaves a mess in the house, you should be sure to pick it up right away. Use scented disinfectants to mask the smell. Noisy dogs will soon alert your parents to their presence. When your dog starts barking, give them a treat, and use a word like "quiet." The treat will get them to momentarily stop barking. Soon, they should stop barking whenever they hear the command "quiet." Dogs will bark. They bark to protect their territory, because they afraid or sick, or because they are bored. There is no proven method to stop barking completely, so make sure their room is soundproofed. Don't just toss furry blankets into the laundry hamper. You will have to wash all of your dog's bedding yourself in the washing machine. Save up dirty blankets and beds until you have a full load. It may be tempting to wash the dog in a bathtub, but this can leave a big mess that your parents can find. If you can, take your dog outside for a bath. Use a garden hose, or fill up a tub of water and bring it outside. Comb your dog's hair before washing, and use dog shampoo. Make sure the dog is dry before you bring him back inside. You should probably try this while your parents are not home.

summary: Walk the dog when your parents aren't home. Housetrain the dog. Train the dog not to bark. Wash the dog's bedding in a separate load. Wash the dog outside of the house.

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It's okay to try to compromise or persuade your parents if they say no. However, do not start complaining, raising your voice, or otherwise behaving in an argumentative fashion. This will only frustrate your parents and will greatly decrease the likelihood they'll change their minds. Avoid phrases like, "It's not fair!" This can come off as argumentative. Instead, try something like, "Okay, thank you for listening, but I feel like you're not hearing my side." If they say no, don't protest or plead with them. Show that you are mature by listening to what they say without reacting. Stay calm, and take a deep breath before you respond. Avoid arguments. Arguing with your parents won't change their minds; instead, they'll likely become more resistant to the idea of you getting a phone. Understand their response. If your parents say no, remember that they have a good reason. They have your best interest in mind, or may just not be able to add the expense of a phone right now. If money is a concern, offer to pay for some of the costs yourself. If you already have a job, say you'll save money from that. You can also offer to get a job to help pay for the phone. You can also offer to earn the phone in other ways. For example, ask if you can have a phone in exchange for bringing your math grade up. Say something like, "I could put $25 of my own money towards the bill each month." Whether you get a yes or a no, you need to ask your parents a few clarifying questions to know what you need to do next. If they say yes, ask them for their rules and expectations. Say, "I'm so excited about getting my new phone! How can I prove to you guys that you're making a good decision?" If they say no, ask them what you can do to show them that you're ready for a phone. Say, "What can I do to show you that I'm responsible enough for a phone?" If your parents say yes, then talk to them about when you can go phone shopping. If they say no, take steps to show your parents that you are responsible and reconsider how you can show them that you need a phone. If they say no, remember that you can ask again or they may reconsider, so try not to get upset. Instead, think about what you can do now to help yourself be successful the next time you ask. Remember, when you are asking your parents for the phone, never disturb them by again and again asking to buy the phone. They won't be satisfied with your behavior. If your parents seem hesitant, request a delayed response. Say something like, "I can see you guys aren't entirely sure about this. Why don't you take a few days to think about it and then we can discuss it again?" In the event that your parents are not at all willing to let you get a cellphone, politely accept this. If you accept a "No" with grace, this shows responsibility. Your parents may be more willing to change their minds down the road. End the conversation by saying something like, "Thank you for your time anyway. I appreciate you guys listening."
summary: Refrain from arguing or complaining. Accept their answer. Offer to earn the phone. Ask for the details. Plan your next step. Request they think it over. Accept a "No" for now.