INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The best time to propagate a succulent is when the plant develops a long, woody stem at the bottom. This often occurs because the plant isn't getting enough light, so it grows taller and the leaves begin to space out to reach more light. A succulent with a long stem is called a leggy plant. Take leaves from the bottom of the plant, and leave the younger and smaller growth near the top. Your propagation attempt will have a better chance of succeeding if you start with healthy mother leaves. To find healthy leaves to propagate, look for succulent leaves that: Are uniformly colored with no discoloration Aren't ripped or torn Don't have any spots or marks Are full and plump looking The best way to remove a leaf for propagation is to gently remove it with your fingers. Grab a healthy leaf with your thumb and forefinger. Hold the leaf firmly but gently near the base, where it attaches to the stem. Twist it back and forth slightly, and delicately wiggle it back and forth until it comes off. Hold the leaf by the base to prevent breakage. The entire base of the leaf must come off the stem, otherwise it will die. After you remove the leaves from the stem, lay them out on a towel or parchment-lined baking sheet. Place them somewhere warm in indirect sunlight to dry. Leave them for three to seven days, until the wound heals and a callous or scab forms where the leaf was removed from the stem. If you place the cut leaves in soil before the wounds heal, they will rot and die before they grow into new plants.

SUMMARY: Pick the right time. Choose healthy leaves. Twist the leaves off the stem. Let the leaf wounds dry.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You can do this by cutting a watermelon into cubes and then removing the rind. You can also cut a watermelon in half, and then scoop out the flesh using a melon scoop or coffee scoop. For a more refreshing smoothie, consider adding 2 cups (400 grams) of strawberries and/or 1 tablespoon of lime juice. You can use fresh or frozen strawberries; the frozen strawberries will give you a thicker, colder drink. Both will lend the watermelon a refreshing flavor. Make sure that you chop them finely first to help them blend better. If the watermelon you are using is already very sweet, or if you are not fond over overly-sweet drinks, you can omit this. If you added frozen strawberries, then you probably do not need to add the ice. For an extra touch, garnish each smoothie with a small watermelon slice or a mint/basil leaf.
Summary: Cut out enough watermelon to fill 2 cups (304 grams). Put the watermelon into a blender. Add the fresh mint or basil leaves. Top it off with some agave nectar or honey. Drop in 3 to 4 ice cubes for extra thickness. Pour the smoothie into one or two tall glasses and serve.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: to show you're proud of who you are. Stand tall so everyone sees you're happy to be you. Imagine that you look flawless and carry yourself that way. Any time you find yourself slinking back to unconfident body language in the halls, remind yourself how fabulously attractive you are, and go back to your awesome walk. It's okay if you don't feel fabulously attractive. Keep telling yourself you are and keep pretending you are. Eventually, you'll believe it. You can shine. to attract people to you. There's a good chance you've learned to be resourceful and quick in order to protect yourself from insults you may have heard. Use that quick and agile thinking to put forth a calm, confident appearance. Use your humor to help defuse tense situations, and you'll draw people in. Others are drawn to confident, funny people. For instance, you might notice that the most attractive people tend to choose partners who are funny and kind rather than worrying about looks. Be friendly and compassionate to others and practice random acts of kindness. View each person as a potential new friend, and react to them in the most positive way. Usually, when you treat people well, they will also treat you well. Your personality won't "click" with everyone. This is natural and not a bad reflection on you. Don't assume it's because you are transgender. If you don't wind up with the traditional "in-crowd," that's all right. That clique is hard to crack for most people in their high school years. There is no need to push it. Seek out other interesting and fun people and be popular in your own way. Some people are legitimate jerks. When you encounter mean or inconsiderate people, try to remember that their behavior is about them, not you. They're not worth your time, so focus on people who care about you. People love to talk about themselves, so ask them questions to keep the conversation flowing about what they like. Listen to them so they know you're interested in what they have to say. Add your own input to the conversation and ask follow-up questions to keep things going. After leaving a conversation, try mentally summing it up. You might say, "Wow! It sounds like your new puppy is a lot of work. How long do you have to train it?" This way you are more likely to recall the details later, and the person will be pleased you care. Focus on the upsides, such as the sweet girl you talked to today, your success in Spanish class, or your father's kindness. Reflecting upon the positives can help you stay afloat during the negatives. Try to list a few things you're grateful for every day so you can remember the good things. Find your interests and search for a group centered around those interests. Join clubs, play sports, volunteer, and attend school events. This will help you meet people who share your talents and passions, and you can make great new friendships. Keep your focus on having fun and enjoying who you are. Join your school's LGBTQ+ group. If your school doesn't have one, ask a teacher to help you start one.

SUMMARY:
Straighten your back and smile Cultivate confidence Look for new friends. Recognize that not everyone will be your friend, and that's okay. Ask people questions to show you're interested in getting to know them. Enjoy the good things in your life. Get involved in your school to help you meet people and have fun.