In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Pour the oiled and salted Brussels sprouts out onto your oiled baking sheet. Use your fingers to separate any sprouts that are touching one another. The sprouts should be evenly spaced, and no sprouts should be touching or stacked on one another. Since you'll have had the baking sheet in the oven, remember to use a hot pad when you retrieve it from the oven. Don't burn your hands! Carefully slide the baking sheet back into the oven. Let the sprouts bake for 40-45 minutes. Use the oven light to check on the sprouts periodically. When finished, they should be golden brown with dark, crispy edges. If the edges of the sprouts start to turn black, they're beginning to burn. Once the sprouts are fully cooked, you can pour them into a serving dish or bowl and serve them as part of a dinneror eat them as a healthy snack. Once the meal is over, you can store leftover roasted sprouts by sealing them in an airtight plastic container. They'll keep for 3 or 4 days in the refrigerator. If you're serving the sprouts to children, they may want to eat them with a side of ranch dressing. Be careful not to burn your mouth on the first couple of bites.
Summary: Space the Brussels sprouts out on your baking sheet. Roast the sprouts for 40-45 minutes. Pull the sprouts out and serve immediately.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Pick a time on or near his birthday when you're sure you're both free, and select an activity that he likes or has mentioned wanting to do, such as skiing or go-karting. Purchase any necessary passes or tickets in advance, and don't tell him where you're going until you get there! For example, you can take your boyfriend to the batting cages to hit baseballs, or go see a movie that he's been dying to see. If he likes outdoor activities, you might plan a trip to a local state park for a day of hiking and biking as well as a picnic. On a rainy day, you might have to stay inside. If that's the case, opt for a day at the museum, visit a new restaurant, or have a movie marathon at home. Send his close friends a quick message and let them know that you want to plan a surprise for him. Invite them over for a day of movies or sports, or plan an outing for them that includes dinner and an activity that they like to do together. Handle all of the details so they're only in charge of getting him to the surprise! Remind his friends that the day is going to be a surprise, so they shouldn't say anything to him about it. If your boyfriend works or goes to school all day on his birthday, get home before he does and make a special meal for him. Choose all of his favorite foods, light some candles, and get dressed up. Send him a text in the middle of the day to let him know that you're making dinner for his special day so he has something to look forward to! It might be helpful to check beforehand to make sure that he doesn't have any plans that evening. If you know he doesn't, you can keep it a surprise until he gets home! Try to select a meal that you know he likes, or pick a type of cuisine that you both love to eat. For a great Italian dish, you can make chicken parmesan, or chicken alfredo. If he likes spicy food, try making some Thai food or a new Indian curry dish. If you don't live together, make dinner at your house and transport it to his house, or plan with a roommate or family member to let you into the house so you can prepare dinner there. Get a map of a park or urban area, and decide where exactly you want to go. Make up clues for your boyfriend to figure out that lead to "treasure" or other small activities. You might choose places that are significant to your relationship, or just do a small hunt around your home for gifts. Make sure the clues are clear enough that he can figure them out, but not too easy! If you need help, try looking up pre-planned scavenger hunts for your city that you can do together.
Summary: Choose an activity that he wants to try so you can spend the day with him. Plan an outing with his friends for the day if you're busy. Prepare a romantic dinner for a nice night at home. Put together a scavenger hunt for an inexpensive date during the day.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Boundaries are important to relationships as well as your own self-respect. Consider it an important way to take care of yourself. Be clear and firm in establishing what is appropriate. Confusion will occur if you remain vague. Instead of "We can talk on the phone," a clearer boundary would be "I will call you once a week." Call them as scheduled or visit as you agreed to. If you plan to visit your family, let them know when they can expect to see you. For example, "I need some space right now, but I will be back for Nana's party in April. Maybe we can revisit some of these issues at that time." Your family members may have a difficult time adhering to the boundaries you have established, particularly if they are distraught and seeking answers. You may feel tremendous pressure to engage them. Don't answer excessive phone calls or emails. If you said you would email once a week, you are under no obligation to do more than what you agreed to. If they visit without your permission, ask them to leave. You can say, "I am sorry that you drove all this way to visit, but I am not ready to communicate with you right now. I will let you know when that is. For now, I ask that you leave." Keep in mind that your family will likely be angry with you for enforcing your boundaries. A supportive therapist will help you name, maintain, and validate your boundaries with your family. A therapist can also help you work through other issues you are dealing with after cutting ties with your family, such as feelings of guilt, depression, and anger. A therapist can also recommend a support group that may be helpful to you. Accepting money from family is not good in the best of circumstances, but be cautious of opening the door for other offers of help as well. You may end up feeling indebted to them, and thus guilty that you haven't been a "better" family member. If you see your family making some positive changes, be open to reconnecting with them. You can adjust your contact to your comfort level. Reconnecting with your family may be painful as you revisit old wounds. Consider working with a family therapist. A family therapist will take the whole family system into account in order to give your whole family appropriate ways to heal.
Summary:
Give yourself permission to set limits. Establish what kind of contact will be acceptable to you, if any. Hold up your end of the agreement. Be prepared for intrusions. Seek counseling. Be cautious in accepting offers of help. Be flexible.