Make your own decorations instead of using plastic ones. Make wreaths for your door or decorative garlands for the tree using reusable or recyclable materials, like pinecones, paper, or popcorn, that you can recycle or mulch them after the holidays are over. For reusable wreaths, tree, and house decorations, try making them out of scrap fabric, recycled paper, or old decorations you would have thrown away. If you still want to use lights, switch to LEDs. They use at least 75% less energy than traditional bulbs, are cool to the touch, and last far longer. This cuts down on energy usage during the holiday. Plus, it saves you money on your electric bill! Keep your decorative lights on a timer, or make sure to switch them off when you head to bed. Using decorative lights sparingly saves a lot of energy and is better for the planet.
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One-sentence summary -- Decorate with recycled or handmade items instead of lights. Switch from traditional lights to LEDs. Turn your lights off at night.

Q: When you feel it's time, reassess your fitness level. If you've already met your weight-loss goal, you can decide if you want to lose more weight, or start thinking about muscle definition instead. If your goal was to bench press 250 pounds (110kg), keep working and set a new goal of benching 275 pounds (125kg). Your expanded goals don't have to be limited to the gym. Have you been hiking that one trail without fail and with ease since you started? Time for the harder one. Or, lengthen the amount of time you work out. Instead of working out twice a week for 20 minutes, start working out 4 times a week for 30 minutes. As another alternative, if you're happy with the way your body looks and the amount of muscle tone you've gained, you can set a new goal to maintain your current strength and appearance. Maybe your workout routine includes various activities, such as walking, bicycling or rowing. If you crave more variety, don't stop there. Take a weekend hike with your family or spend an evening ballroom dancing. As you explore activities, you'll most likely find something that tickles your fancy. When you do, latch onto it. Was swing dancing surprisingly enjoyable? Great! That's one more hour each week you'll stay moving. If you've been running that same 5k five days a week, take it outside. Find a new trail, start running at night, or start for a 7k. If that's not enough, pick up a new activity entirely. A yoga fan? Try Pilates. Always wanted to try kickboxing? Go for it. As you progress, you'll find that your routine is just too easy. It may be tempting to be content with that, but push yourself. For example, it's smart to start exercising with 2 workouts per week. After 6 months at this rate, add a third exercise sessions per week. Then, in another month, add a fourth and fifth. You can also alternate different types of workouts. For example, hit the gym on Tuesday and Thursday, and run a couple miles on Monday and Wednesday.
A: Make new goals that reflect your improving fitness level. Try different types of workouts and exercises. Build up the frequency of your exercise sessions.

Article: Make a list of your favorite outfits and accessories. Vertical stripes make you look slim. Two shades of the same color (darks like black or navy) are slimming, but only if they match exactly! Choose colors that match but vary in shades. This can create a very interesting effect. Belts, purses, unusual shoes or accessories can spice up a monotonous outfit. Blondes are stunning in black or navy. Brunettes are stunning in purple and red. Redheads are beaming in dark green shades. Light complexions are accentuated with green or blue. Dark complexions are accentuated with pastels. Black looks good on everyone.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Coordinate outfits. Choose appropriate colors.

Problem: Article: It is standard practice for a buyer to shop around for the best interest rate for a mortgage, but for closing costs purposes it is also important to shop around for the lowest fees. Lenders charge a number of fees at closing, but the amount each lender charges for each item can vary. At the time you are qualified for a home loan (a mortgage), your lender is required to provide you with a good faith estimate of your closing costs. This estimate contains the fees that the lender will charge you at your closing. Compare different lender's fees and choose the lender that has the right mix of a low interest rate and low fees. You can often negotiate some of the fees that the lender will charge, so be sure to ask your lender representative if you can get a better deal.
Summary: Find the best interest rate and lowest fees. Make sure to review your good faith estimate before making any commitments.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Ribbon is an easy way to embellish your headband. You can use ribbon to accent one part of your headband or thread ribbon through the entire headband. Choose a ribbon that complements your yarn color and attach or thread it through the headband where you want it. You can even use the ribbon to hide your seam if you created a strip headband and sewed the ends together. Loop the ribbon around the seam a few times and tie it in a knot or bow. Adding a decorative button is a cute way to embellish a headband. You can even use a button to attach the ends of a headband if you have used a stitch with some gaps in it. Sew the button onto the headband with a needle and thread. You can either crochet a flower to add to your headband or you can attach a silk flower to your headband. Choose a yarn or silk flower color that complements your headband and attach it with a needle and thread or just use a safety pin to secure it temporarily. If you want to give your headband a bow-like appearance without actually adding a bow, then you can use a chain of stitches to create this effect. Make a chain of about 10 to 15 stitches. Then, loop the chain around one part of the headband a few times. Make sure to wrap the chain around the headband tightly. Use a slipstitch to secure both ends of the chain. Pull the free end of the yarn through, cut the end, and tie off the end.

SUMMARY: Add ribbon. Sew on a button. Attach a flower. Loop a chain around one portion of the headband.

Article: Dry shampoo can clean and moisturize your scalp when applied before you go out. It can be found in drugstores or online and comes in spray and powder form. To apply, spray your hair a few times or sprinkle a little on top of your scalp. Comb in the spray or powder, which will help comb out any dandruff flakes. Rinse your comb after each stroke. Talcum powder can be used instead, but it can make dark or black hair look grey, white, or dotted. Find the region of your scalp with the most dandruff, and comb your hair so it covers this area. Hairstyling products may help you achieve this task, but fluffing up your hair into a tousled look can work as a quick improvement. Covering up the dandruff is not actually treating anything, and you should keep in mind that this is only a quick visual fix. The best way to get rid of dandruff is to actually use treatment methods that will affect the underlying causes. Select a shirt, dress, or other top with a white, grey, or metallic appearance. This will make white or yellow dandruff flakes much less noticeable. Textured or patterned clothing may help hide the dandruff as well. Any cap, hat, or scarf can be used to hide the dandruff on your scalp. As long as it's on, it will also minimize the number of dandruff flakes that fall onto your clothing. Plus, people will not be able to see any flakes that are stuck to your hair. Pocket a mini-lint roller before you head outside. Any time you see dandruff flakes on your clothing, make a trip to the bathroom and use the lint roller to pick them up off the fabric. If you can't get your back, have a friend or loved one help you.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Comb it out with dry shampoo. Cover the worst areas with your hairstyle. Wear light colors. Wear a hat or scarf. Carry a lint roller.