Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Expect to make regular, weekly appointments until the lisp is cured. Be prepared to talk about your medical and speech history, or your child's. Expect to be screened and assessed, which is usually just a short conversation or set of word tests. Prepare for hands-on practice sessions with your SLP. Expect to get homework. Expect to work for several weeks, not to be fixed instantly.

Answer: Speech pathology is not an instant fix. Great speech-language pathologists (SLPs) will work with you or your child to help develop great speaking habits and tricks. The more you can meet, the faster you will get rid of your lisp. Sessions are usually between 20 minutes and an hour. Some clinics offer group therapy, easing the pressure on you to perform. You need to know the causes of the lisp to find solutions. While some people are born with lisps, some speech problems are rooted in medical history, sometimes going back to birth. Bring a copy of medical records with you. A good professional leaves no stone unturned. Parents are instrumental in helping their children beat a lisp -- expect the therapist to enlist your help. In order to determine the next course of action, the SLP will want to hear your speak. This generally consists of simple questions or repeated words. You may even do an Oral Motor Exam, which is a series of exercises to see how your mouth moves independently of speaking. If you've brought your child in, the SLP may want to observe them playing, with other kids, or with you. Seeing them speak naturally, and not under pressure, is important. You may have your speech recorded for learning and practice. Once the issues are diagnosed, it's time to fix them. This usually consists of copy-catting. The therapist will say a word, and you'll work on copying the physical movements -- mouth, tongue, and breath. You may be given a mirror to help you watch your mouth's movements. Many of these exercises can, and should be, practiced at home. Expect to get a series of handouts helping you work on the lisp later on. Know that you will keep developing new strategies for as long as it takes. Don't get discouraged if he/she says it may take a few weeks or months. Once you've got the skills down to get rid of a lisp, they rarely ever leave you again. Everyone is different -- some might have weekly sessions for a month, others may need a year or more. Ask for exercises or ways to practice at home if you're dissatisfied with your progress.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Prepare the main ingredients for your sauce. Turn on your stovetop to medium, mid-high. Add in some extra ingredients. Simmer your ingredients. Serve your sauce.

Answer: Peel an apple with a sharp knife, then grate it with a cheese grater. Finely chop an onion and crush a few garlic cloves. Mix the apple, onion, and garlic together in a bowl. Make sure all of the ingredients are equally distributed. The key here is to keep the ingredients from becoming "mush." As an example, you will want the consistency to be more like chunky tomato sauce, rather than ketchup. Place a pan on the stove, and pour in about two tablespoons of olive oil. Dump the ingredients into the pan once it is hot. Begin to stir them with a spoon so that all of the ingredients receive some heat. As you are stirring, feel free to add more olive oil if you feel as if the ingredients start to stick to the pan. If you are using a gas stove, keep the heat at medium. Once the mixture starts to cook, add 1 tablespoon of sugar, a small jar of tomato sauce, and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce. Flavor the dish with pinches of salt and pepper. Continue to mix the ingredients together as you add them. Use a tomato sauce that is chunky as an added dimension to your dish. If you are not a fan of soy sauce, you can use Worcestershire as a substitute. Turn your pan to low, mid-low. Let the ingredients heat up, as you continue to stir them every few minutes. Once the ten minutes is up, turn the stove off. Place the pan somewhere safe to cool down. As your ingredients are simmering, feel free to add olive oil if your ingredients start sticking. Always remove ingredients at any time you see them beginning to burn. Tilt your lid to the side if you think the pan is too hot. Let some of the hot air release before you put the lid back on. You can either pour the sauce over the pap with a spoon, or serve it on the side. Garnish the dish with fresh herbs, and some added spices. Feel free to chop up some tomatoes, or other vegetables which might compliment the dish.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Clean and dry the furniture. Let the furniture dry for at least a 2 to 4 hours.

Answer:
If you've painted the furniture, let it dry for at least 24 hours before you begin. If you're not painting it, wipe the furniture clean with warm, soapy water. Then let it dry completely. Once you've finished decoupaging the furniture, leave it to dry in a well-ventilated space. The furniture should be dry to the touch before you apply a varnish. Follow the manufacturer's instructions about drying time since they'll vary by product.