Problem: Article: Do they maybe have a crush on you, and vice versa? Depending on the romantic intentions either of you has, they may hesitate to text back immediately. This way they avoid seeming over eager. They may be working, in the middle of a conversation, still sleeping, or even at a movie. Many people choose to leave their phones at home or keep them out of sight as a way to disconnect from electronics. When you start to use your imagination, many reasons appear for why people don't text back. Oftentimes we take it personally that other people don't respond to us when it's just a matter of circumstance. Texting someone in the middle of the night, or while they are on vacation will likely not get a response. It's important that people have the right to choose how accessible they are. Although it can be frustrating and often we can be impatient with text messaging specifically, it's important to simply acknowledge that people do not owe us an immediate response. Since most of us are using phones and laptops with rechargeable batteries, it's always possible that the battery is just dead. Or that someone dropped their phone in a liquid or cracked the screen beyond use. Or, if you're asking someone you don't know well to text you, like someone who has something for sale, remember not everyone has a cell phone and that some people only keep one for emergencies. Depending on the nature of your relationship to this person, their could be any number of social reasons you haven't gotten a response. If it's a potential lover, maybe they're nervous, or maybe they're not interested. If it's your friend, maybe they are focused on their creative endeavors and figure you'll understand. If it's family, maybe they're angry at you for something undiscussed and just don't want to talk to you. If you're texting an older person, it's common they are unschooled in the ways of smart phones and texting. Maybe they need help getting comfortable with the medium before they can meet your response expectations. One way to get people texting that are unfamiliar, is to include them in group texts with other people who are more comfortable and respond regularly. For example you could have a group chat with your parents and siblings, so they can learn by example how most people text. Oftentimes if we let go of focusing on whether someone is responding to us or not, we end up doing something more purposeful. And then sooner or later you get the text back you were waiting on.
Summary: Think about your relationship with this person. Consider other people's lives. Know that texting decreases privacy and social boundaries. Consider technical issues. Consider who the person is. Consider their skill level with technology. Be patient.

Problem: Article: For water, that means packing enough for each person to have a gallon per day. For food, pack non-perishable foods like canned goods that you don't need to cook. Keep these supplies in a waterproof container. Don't forget to include a can opener with your food, as well as some disposable utensils for eating. Also, remember your pets need to eat and drink, too, so take them into account. You'll need a multipurpose tool that includes items like a screwdriver and knife. You also need extra phone chargers and a spare set of keys. Keep a first aid kit in your box, along with a supply of soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, and other toiletry items. Antibacterial hand wipes are also good to keep on hand. These items can include things such as sunscreen, bug spray, emergency blankets, and rain boots. That is, have a weather radio with extra batteries. You'll also need to keep friends and family informed, as well, so remember to have emergency contact information on hand.
Summary: Pack a 3-day supply of food and water. Include the proper tools and items. Keep hygiene supplies in your box. Include items to protect yourself from the elements. Keep items on hand to stay informed.

Problem: Article: Swamp coolers work best when the humidity outside is relatively low, making the dew point low. You can check the dew point on most weather apps and weather websites. The dew point is the temperature at which the water in the air is evaporating and condensing at the same rate. You want a lower dew point because swamp coolers work by evaporating water in the air to cool the room down. The lower the dew point, the lower you can cool. Typically, you can cool down the air to 20 degrees above the dew point temperature without your home getting too humid. You can also use a dew point calculator to calculate the dew point, such as this one: http://www.dpcalc.org/. You need to know the temperature and humidity. For swamp coolers to work, you need to let air out at the same rate that the swamp cooler is blowing air in. That way, humidity won't build up in your house, making it seem warmer than it actually is. Though opening windows seems counter-intuitive, it actually helps your swamp cooler work better. You'll need 1 to 2 square feet (0.093 to 0.186m2) of open window space per 1,000 cfm, which is the unit's cooling capacity. You don't want to open them too far because that lets in hot air. The other option for ventilation is installing grills to the attic, if your attic has ventilation. To help direct the cool air where you want it, only open windows where you want the air to be cooler, as that will pull the cold air that direction. Keep the windows closed in areas you don't want to cool down. If the weather is nice outside but your house is a little warm, you can use most swamp coolers as a house-wide fan. Pick the vent-only option to cool down your house with outside air. Generally, swamp coolers have more than one speed. The higher speed will keep your home cooler, but the lower speed is more energy efficient. Pick the one that meets your needs.
Summary: Operate the cooler when the dew point is under 55F (13C). Let the air out by opening a window or two. Close windows in areas you don't want to cool. Use the fan option when the weather is nice. Change the speed to your preference.

Problem: Article: Once your chilli plant seedlings have reached about 2 inches (5 cm) and have 5-6 leaves, transfer them to a larger area so their roots don't get constricted. Gently lift them from the tray. Make sure to disturb the roots as little as possible. Water the seedlings before removing them to ensure that the compost doesn't fall apart during the transfer. Find a pot that is approximately 2.75 inches (7 cm) in diameter and fill it with compost. Water the compost lightly and make a well in the center of it. Gently place a seedling in the empty space and fill around it with compost. If you live in a cooler climate, plant chilli plants in pots and keep them indoors. Set them under grow lights in a warm room. Chilli plants can be transferred from pots to a garden whenever the weather and the soil are warm enough. As your chilli plant grows, transfer it to bigger pots. Prepare a larger pot by filling it with with compost, then make a well in the center. Gently dig out the plant, leaving a large clump of compost around its roots to protect them, and place it in the larger pot. If you wish to keep your chilli plant small, keep it in a small pot to thwart further growth. The standard progression of pot sizes goes from a diameter of 2.75 inches (7 cm) to 6 inches (approximately 15 cm), then finally to 8 inches (approximately 20 cm). Place your potted chilli plant near a window, or outside to get sunlight, making sure to bring it back inside if the temperature drops. The amount of light the plant receives will directly affect the speed and size of its growth. If you keep the plant indoors in a home that doesn't get much natural sunlight, purchase a mini greenhouse or artificial light (available online or in gardening centers).
Summary:
Remove the seedlings from the tray. Plant an individual seedling into a pot. Upgrade the size of pot you use, as needed. Make sure your plant gets warmth and light.