Q: Set the oven temperature to 350F (177C), and allow it to fully heat. Next, set a 10 to 12 pound (4.5 to 5.5 kg) smoked bone-in ham on a wire roasting rack inside a large roasting pan. The ham should be at room temperature when you place it in the roasting pan. Once the ham is in the pan, use foil to cover it securely. Place the ham in the preheated oven, and allow it to cook for four hours. About halfway through the baking process, rotate the pan to ensure even cooking. Add cup (115 g) of apricot jam to a small saucepan. Warm the jam over medium heat on the stove until it is completely liquified, which should take 5 to 7 minutes. Stir the jam occasionally as it cooks to ensure that it warms evenly. When the jam is liquified, place a fine mesh sieve over a small bowl. Pour the jam through the sieve to remove any seeds or other solids and discard them. Add 2 tablespoons (30 g) of Dijon mustard, cup pure (249 g) of maple syrup, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of dark rum, and a minced garlic clove to the jam. Stir well until all of the ingredients are fully blended. Once the ham has cooked for four hours, remove it from the oven. Use a basting brush to apply the glaze all over the ham, and then return it to the oven. Allow the ham to cook for about another hour. However, take it out of the oven every 15 minutes and apply more glaze to ensure a thick, flavorful crust. The ham is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 140F (60C). Start checking the temperature with a digital thermometer when it's cooked for an hour. When the ham is finished cooking, take it out of the oven and place it on a serving platter. Garnish the ham with some bay leaves, and serve immediately.
A: Preheat the oven and place the ham in a roasting pan. Cover the ham with foil and bake it for several hours. Heat the jam. Strain the jam to remove the solids. Mix the mustard, maple syrup, rum, and garlic into the jam. Brush the glaze over the ham and return to the oven. Glaze the ham every 15 minutes for another hour. Transfer the ham to a platter and garnish with bay leaves.

Q: Every woman is her own person, with her own qualities, just like you are. Be very careful that you do not get into a frame of mind in which you come to negative conclusions about her. She is not a new car, in which you can pick and choose options as you please. You have to decide if that quirk, personality, or other thing about her is something you can handle, or not--but not try to change her into something you want. If you decide you can live with whatever quirks she has, stick to that decision. Don't try to change her. Don't criticize or nitpick her for her quirks. Accept her as she is. Her personality doesn't make her a bad person. Even if you decide that something is a deal-breaker, there's no need to be mean to her about it. In fact, if you can eliminate most of your "expectations" about her, you will probably be happier in your relationship. We often expect unreasonable things from other people that can make us feel anxious and unhappy when we don't get them. Now, this doesn't mean you shouldn't have certain expectations or that you let yourself be mistreated. It's perfectly okay to expect a person to show up when s/he says s/he will (unless something unavoidable happens), to treat you with kindness and respect, and to show compassion and kindness to others. However, if you expect your girl to read your mind about your needs, you will probably be disappointed because no one is a mind-reader. Furthermore, people's personalities tend to be pretty set. If your girl always seems to be running late and you've talked to her about it bothering you but nothing's changed, chances are this problem may not go away. You can decide that it's too big for you to deal with, or you can decide to let her be her (late and all), but you can't expect her to change. Don't get too hung up on getting one particular girl to fall in love with you, and don't try to "force" love on a girl who just isn't feeling it! Desperation is never attractive. Get to know more girls and give love more opportunities to blossom. Go to school socials and functions. Don't be afraid to go to a different school's social if a friend invites you. You never know when you might meet that special someone who'll knock the wind out of your lungs. Sometimes, when you stop looking for love, it hits you right in the face. The universe works in weird ways. Especially if you've tried really hard recently, or you think you've just run out of energy, don't be afraid to pull back from the fray. It sounds counter-intuitive, and it's frustrating to do, but it works: when you stop trying, girls tend to find you. Be adventurous for her. Maybe the girls you know all have boyfriends, or maybe you aren't interested in your friends. Plenty of people these days are finding love outside of their immediate circles. If you're old enough, try Internet dating. If you're interested in extracurriculars, get involved on a wider basis so that you could potentially travel. When looking for that girl of your dreams, it helps to keep an open mind and try as many different adventures as life throws at you.
A: Do not judge her. Avoid expecting her to change. Open your eyes to the possibilities.

Q: Whether it be fallen leaves in autumn, fallen branches after a storm or some other accumulation of debris, a leaf blower can help you swiftly clear your turf. Designate one corner of your yard and blow all debris towards it. Once all debris is grouped, you can collect it for removal. You should only have to pass over the turf once to completely clear it of larger debris. While a leaf blower is effective for larger debris, it might not clear the grass of dust or spills. Using a garden hose, rinse the entirety of the turf. Make sure to do so lightly; too much water pressure could damage the grass. Start from one end of your yard, moving across and sweeping the hose in a circular motion as you do. Brushing the grass frequently will keep the grass blades pointed upwards, affording your lawn a more natural look. You can use a brush, as long as it has soft bristles. However, you'll be better served using a broom or a rake; the added reach will make covering the whole yard easier and quicker. Start in one corner of your yard, and move horizontally as you brush. Once you've reached the opposite end, take a few steps back, and move across again. You should always brush in the same direction, against the grass' natural grain.
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Use a leaf blower to get rid of debris. Rinse the turf with a garden hose. Brush the grass using a broom or rake.