Article: Record your check in times, confirmation numbers, hotel names, and any other information you might need on hand. Don't worry about organizing this information yet. In the meantime, focus on accumulating and documenting as much helpful information as you can think of. Try and condense your travel information into a single document for easy access while traveling. Keep a printed copy or type the details of your itinerary into a word processing document. If you prefer, you can use an online travel itinerary template. This will give you a basic set-up, so all you have to do is fill in the blanks. You may also consider downloading a travel app to keep organized during your trip. Your travel itinerary can be placed into a 3-ring binder. As convenient as an app can be, batteries can die. It never hurts to keep a physical backup handy. Use page dividers to separate documents in your trip binder into categories (rental car, tours, hotel reservations, etc.). Keep your page dividers labeled. If they have tabs on them, write the category name on the tab in clear, legible writing. Another alternative is a multi-pocket folder or a multi-section accordion folder. Compile a print-out or Notepad note of information for your emergency contact(s) back home, and any special medical needs you or your travel companions may have. If you are traveling out of the country, include the address, telephone number, and directions to your country's embassy or consulate if applicable. You may want to save a list of addresses of family and friends, so you can send them postcards from the destinations you will visit. Even if you will only be gone for a weekend, it's a good idea to make sure that everything at home will be in order and accounted for. If you have pets, plants, or will need your mail checked for an extended amount of time, ensure that a friend or family member will be there to do so. This will ultimately offer you peace of mind so you can relax and fully enjoy your vacation. If you can't find someone to come over and feed your pets, see if they can stay at a friend's house or in a pet boarding home. If someone can't come over to water your plants, consider lending them to a friend or neighbor for a week.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Record your information. Organize your travel information. Keep a hard-copy. Create a database. Account for your responsibilities.
Article: Celibacy generally means abstaining from sexual activity, but you might interpret this differently from others. Think about what you consider to be part of your celibate lifestyle and why you're doing it. This will help you stick to your celibacy commitment. For instance, you may be celibate for life as part of your spiritual practice, you might be celibate for a set period of personal development, or you may be celibate until marriage. In some cases, you may be involuntarily celibate because you're ill, between partners, or physically incapable of having sex. Similarly, you may want to avoid any intimate physical contact, including kissing, snuggling, or sexual touching. However, you might be okay with these actions. Being celibate can get difficult at times, but reminding yourself of its benefits can help you stay strong. Typically, you'll have more focus when you're celibate. Plus, you'll likely feel more spiritual if you're being celibate because of your faith. Additionally, there are a few health benefits of being celibate: You aren't at risk for an STD. You won't experience an unplanned pregnancy. You don't have to groom your body hair as often. Living a celibate life will be easier if you know why you're doing it. Make a list of the reasons why you want to be celibate. Then, use this list to help you stick to your commitment. You might write down, "More time to focus on myself," "Spiritual growth," and "Avoiding pregnancy." If you're staying celibate for spiritual reasons, you might be avoiding masturbation, as well. However, masturbation can be very helpful if you're involuntarily celibate. When you're alone, relieve your sexual urges by masturbating. If you want to have sex but aren't, masturbating can help you relieve stress and feel better. It's not necessary to masturbate if you feel like it's wrong. While you can live a happy and fulfilling celibate life, it can be hard to deal with celibacy that isn't your choice. It's totally normal to want sex and feel frustrated if you can't have it. If you're struggling to cope with involuntary celibacy, talk to a therapist about what you're going through. They can help you release your emotions, change your thoughts, and discover new coping strategies. Ask your doctor for a referral to a therapist or look for 1 online. Your therapy appointments may be covered by your insurance, so check your benefits.
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Decide what living a celibate life means to you. Recognize the benefits of being celibate to strengthen your resolve. Identify why being celibate is important to you. Use masturbation for sexual release if you think it's okay. Work with a therapist if you're struggling with involuntary celibacy.
Article: The ideal temperature is somewhere between 45 and 50F (7 and 10C). You can, however, store potatoes in places as cool as 38 and 42F (3.4 and 5.6C), without affecting the flavor or texture too much. Wherever you decide to store the potatoes, make sure that the temperatures remain consistent. If they change too much, the potatoes may start to rot or sprout. If you store the potatoes below 40F (4.5C), use them within 6 to 8 months. If you store the potatoes above 40F (4.5C), use them within 3 to 4 months. Save the washing for when you are ready to cook them. If you wash the potatoes first, you risk trapping moisture in the skin. This can cause the potatoes to rot sooner. If the storage area is too dry, your potatoes may shrivel. If this happens, move the potatoes to a place with higher humidity; about 80 to 90 percent would be ideal. Make sure that the potatoes get good air circulation, however, or they will rot. Avoid plastic bags, as they tend to trap warmth and moisture. A mesh or perforated plastic bag is fine, however, because it will allow for air circulation without causing the potatoes to dry out. Here are some other, suitable containers to store potatoes in: Baskets Cardboard boxes Cotton or muslin bags Wooden crates or boxes Ideal storage places include basements, cabinets, closets, and garages. Too much light, especially sunlight, can cause the potatoes to start sprouting. It can also cause the potatoes to overproduce a chemical called Solanine, which causes them to turn green and taste bitter. If you notice the skin turning green, cut it off before you cook and eat the potato. If the green has gotten into the potato flesh itself, throw the potato away. These include cabinets beneath the sink and next to large appliances, such as stoves and refrigerators. Potatoes will start to sprout if they are kept in a warm area.
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Store potatoes someplace cool. Make sure that the storage area is dry, and don't wash the potatoes before you store them. Keep potatoes in a paper bag to ensure proper ventilation. Keep the potatoes someplace dark. Avoid storing potatoes in places that tend to get warm.