Q: Not all retailers offer both the SunPass and SunPass mini, so knowing which one you choose will weed out which locations you are able to purchase from. If you are purchasing directly from the state, you can decide on either pass. If you are unsure which is best, SunPass customer service can help determine what makes the most sense for your needs. The most straightforward way to purchase a SunPass is to visit a state store or turnpike. Purchasing a SunPass in these areas is great if you are unsure what your needs are, as you can discuss your lifestyle and travel habits with the vendors. This option is best for individuals who are not familiar with the SunPass system. Pharmacies such as CVS have been authorized to both sell and reload SunPasses, making it as easy as a trip to the pharmacy to enjoy the convenience of pre-paid tolls. AAA is another authorized retailer. This one is particularly helpful if you have AAA insurance, as you can kill two birds with one stone and pay your bill while purchasing or refilling your SunPass. You can also purchase SunPasses online, though you will need to either have the pass shipped or pick it up from an authorized retailer. This is a convenient option if you don't need your SunPass immediately, as you can purchase from the comfort of your home and await delivery. This option is fairly painless, and requires you to complete a basic online application and payment form. If you are not comfortable using online forms, you can also purchase a SunPass through the mail or through a fax. This functions much in the same way as purchasing online, in that you must then wait for your pass to be shipped to your home. This is a great choice for older men and women who are not comfortable or familiar with technology, but still want to purchase from home.
A: Determine which pass you need. Visit your local SunPass service station or turnpike. Check in with local pharmacies. Visit AAA. Hop online. Purchase via mail or fax.

Q: Sometimes, you may not have time to take your shoes off and perform a full foot reflexology treatment. You can use hand reflexology instead. You can also use hand reflexology if your feet are injured or infected in any way. You can do this by applying pressure with your thumb along the outside edge of your palm. Work on your right hand first and then switch to your left hand. You can do this by applying pressure to the area just beneath your pinky and ring fingers on the top of your hand. On the palm of your hand, the area for your shoulders and upper back is located just beneath your pointer and middle fingers. There is also a reflex point for the upper back on your palm just below the base of your thumb, on the outside of your hand. Always work the reflex points on both hands; your left shoulder reflexes are at the base of your left pinky and your right shoulder reflexes are at the base of your right pinky.
A: Use hand reflexology for convenience. Contact the reflex points for your spine. Work the reflexes that correspond with your shoulders and upper back.

Q: This is one of the easiest ways you can camouflage your gauged ears, though it might not be feasible if your hair is short or thin. You might want to talk with your barber/stylist to learn about hairstyles that can be arranged to block your gauges from view. Even if your hair keeps its shape relatively well, you might want to use hairspray, hair gel, or styling wax in your hair. This way your hair is less likely to be brushed out of the way and your gauges revealed. This is an extreme technique that will only be possible if you have very large gauges. Use your hair to conceal the base of your ear where your gauges rest. You can also wear a pair of thick-framed glasses, even non-prescription ones that have fake lenses, to help block your gauges from view where they rest over your ears. Very large gauges can be difficult to conceal, and questions may arise even if you do your best to hide them. Many state laws protect those with "deformities" from being discriminated against by employers, so if necessary, you may be able to cite this law. There are many kinds of head covering you might use to tuck your gauges out of sight. Bandannas and hats can be used to hide your gauges at less formal occasions. Women and long-haired men might be able to get away with wearing a stylish headband to keep your gauges out of sight.
A: Hide your gauges with hair. Stretch large gauges over top your ears to rest along the base of your ear. Accessorize to your advantage.

Q: If your brass-plate is lacquer-coated, you may have reason to want to remove it. Cracking in the lacquer can lead to tarnishing on the surface beneath the coating. The best way to remove lacquer is through boiling. Place the item in a pot filled with the water. The pot should not be aluminum. Add a couple of spoonfuls of both washing soda and baking soda. Boil the item. You can either boil the item until the lacquer comes off, or you can heat it up enough that the brass expands, then let it cool. Once it cools, the lacquer should be easy to peel off, since it won't shrink back like the brass does while cooling. Lacquer thinner will also remove the coating if you'd like to take it off your brass-plated item. Rub the thinner in. Keep rubbing until you see the lacquer coming off the brass. If your brass-plated piece tarnishes easily, you can use oils to help prevent that. On a clean, dry item, rub in a little linseed oil or mineral oil. Use a soft cloth to prevent scratching, and only apply a thin coating.
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Take off lacquer by boiling. Remove lacquer with a lacquer thinner. Use oil to prevent tarnishing.