Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Start your collection with stamp packets. Buy new stamps from the post office. Ask local businesses and friends to save stamps for you. Get a pen pal Swap stamps. Join a stamp collector's club.

Answer: Stamp dealers and hobby stores offer affordable packets containing hundreds of used stamps. These are excellent for kicking off a new stamp collection. Make sure the packet is "all-different" so you get a wide variety of stamps, not multiples of the same stamp. You can buy unused commemorative stamps from any post office, often with appealing designs aimed at collectors. Some collectors prefer these new, "mint condition" stamps due to the higher quality, while others enjoy reading the cancellation ink mark the post office puts over stamps used in the mail. You can specialize in one type or the other if you like, but it's fine to keep both types in your collection. Businesses often receive a lot of mail, and may receive mail internationally if they work with other businesses or international clientele. Friends and family might also be willing to save stamps from letters they receive, and pass them on to you. . If you enjoy writing and receiving letters, find a pen pal so you can have an ongoing conversation. Pen pal websites online might help you find someone in another country, who might use stamps you wouldn't normally find. Once you have sorted through a few packets of stamps, you might have a pile of duplicates, or stamps that don't interest you. You can trade these stamps with other collectors for their own duplicates, expanding your collection. If you do not have any friends or coworkers who collect stamps, ask employees and customers at the local hobby shop or stamp dealer if they're interested in trading. At the early stage of the hobby, it is best to trade one stamp for one stamp, instead of trying to learn the market value. One exception is stamps that are torn, damaged, or covered by a heavy cancellation (post office ink), which is typically worth less than a stamp in good condition. Seasoned stamp collectors often meet to share tips and trade stamps. If you want to meet more dedicated hobbyists, you can find a stamp show instead, where people compete for prizes with their stamp collections.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Cover all your food tightly. Include flatware, plates, and bowls. Pack your basket in the order you need to take things out. Put perishable food in a cooler with ice on the bottom and sides. Throw foods to grill in the cooler while they're still frozen. Pack items to deal with the weather.

Answer: Whenever you're outside, you're going to run into bugs. Plus, you don't want your food spilling out in the cooler. Pack your food in tightly sealed reusable containers to keep the bugs out and the food in! If you want simplicity, go for disposable options that you can throw away when you're done. For a more environmentally friendly option, opt for nonbreakable but reuseable plates and bowls, such as kids' plastic plates. Remember, you'll need to cart all those reusable plates back out with you! Don't forget napkins or paper towels, too. Add in a trash bag or a few grocery bags to cart home dirty items and gather trash. You may also want to bring hand wipes or hand sanitizer to clean everyone's hands before eating! Put nonperishable food on the bottom and any plates and flatware on top of that. Place the tablecloth or blanket at the very top so you can pull it out first to put on the ground or picnic table. Lay any fragile items on top so they don't break! You can also use a plastic bin or a cardboard box to carry items. If you're bringing food that could spoil before you're ready to eat, such as lunchmeat, boiled eggs, or fried chicken, make sure to pack it in ice to keep it chilled. That way, your food is less likely to go bad before you can eat it. Aim to fill 25% of the cooler with ice. For a large crowd, try keeping drinks in a separate container. That way, people won't be letting hot air into the the cooler where the food is. If you're just going 10 minutes away, you can skip this step. However, if you're traveling an hour or more, try keeping your meat frozen until you put it in the cooler. That way, it will stay at a safer temperature for longer. Be sure to wrap any raw meat up in a package by itself before putting it in the cooler. That way, you're less likely to contaminate other foods. If it's going to be chilly, pack extra jackets, scarves, and blankets just in case. If it's going to be hot, don't forget hats and bug spray. In either situation, always carry a bottle of sunscreen. You could also bring a large umbrella to protect you from the rain or sun!

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Joke about yourself. Crack one about your spouse, boyfriend or girlfriend. Target a group of people. Joke about a place or situation. Home in on a specific person or current event.

Answer: Using yourself as the butt of your own joke is a sure way to get people cracking up. There's something about self-deprecating humor that triggers schadenfreude, the act of taking pleasure in someone else's pain, and this forms the foundation of many famous comedians' jokes. Figure out what's sadly hilarious about you and offer it up for laughs. I'm really good in bed. I can sleep for like 10 straight hours without waking up once. Jen Kirkman The depressing thing about tennis is that no matter how much I play, I'll never be as good as a wall. I played a wall once. They're relentless. Mitch Hedburg We've all seen comedians use their SOs as funny joke fodder. So many people can relate that you're bound to get a few hearty laughs. If you don't have a boyfriend or girlfriend, you can make fun of boyfriends and girlfriends in general. Straight guys will never know how expensive it is to be a woman. And that's why you pay for dinner. Livia Scott Hipsters, rednecks, politicians, lawyers, rich people, kids, elderly people, men, women . . . the list goes on and on. Jokes about groups of people get some of the hardest laughs of all, but be careful not to go to far - you might offend people. Everyone knows hipsters are like human bedbugs. You see one, there are probably 40 more under your bed, judging your music. Dan Soder At a bus stop, high school, sports dugout, airplane, office, coffee shop, bathroom, and so on are all excellent fodder for jokes. Figure out what's quirky, annoying or surprising about somewhere you've been or something you've seen. I grew up near Newark, New Jersey. If New York City's the city that never sleeps, Newark, New Jersey is the city that watches you sleep. Dan St. Germain I will never understand why they cook on TV. I can't smell it, can't eat it, can't taste it. The end of the show they hold it up to the camera, 'Well, here it is. You can't have any. Thanks for watching. Goodbye.' Jerry Seinfeld Talk about someone or something famous, like the president, a Hollywood celebrity, a sports figure, or someone else who's often in the news. Jokes about famous people are great, since most people will know what you're talking about and enjoy laughing at the expense of the rich and famous. I wonder if Jeremy Irons ever quietly laughs to himself while he's ironing. Jon Friedman I've been wearing so many scarves lately that I wonder if my ancestors were part Steven Tyler mike stand. Selena Coppock

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Do not "check in" on social media. Refrain from posting personal information. Use anti-virus security. Monitor what your friends and family post.

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When you're out having a good time with your friends, it can be tempting to let your social media followers know what you're up to. However, you should avoid posting your location. Online predators look for this type of information, and you don't want them showing up at your social event. Don't use the "check-in" tool on sites like Facebook or Yelp. Keep your personal details secure. Don't post things like your full name, phone number, e-mail address, or physical address. This will make it much harder for any creeps to track you down. When you are filling out an online profile, don't feel like you have to complete all fields. Just fill in the parts that you feel comfortable sharing. Use a different screen name. Instead of your actual name, consider using a nickname or pseudonym. You could be "CubsFan29" or "Katie B." Online predators are great at being sneaky. Today, we're pretty dependent on technology, and a lot of your data is probably digital. In order to keep your information secure, invest in an anti-virus software for your computer. Make sure to use complicated passwords and update them regularly for more protection. Of course it's nice to know that your family is proud of you. But make sure that mom or dad aren't posting a lot of details every time you get a promotion or buy a home. Gently say something like, "I love how enthusiastic you are. But could you not post personal stuff about me online? I try to keep a low profile." Check in on your loved ones' posts regularly. It's a good idea to keep an eye on any posts that involve you.