Once the copper is annealed, you don't have any more need for the flame. Turn the acetylene valve counterclockwise to shut off the flow of gas. Then turn the oxygen valve back to its closed position as well. Turning the valves back to their closed positions will ensure that the flame is extinguished. At this point, you can remove your safety goggles. Closing the acetylene valve first and the oxygen valve second will clear the torch of any acetylene. Even when you're turning off the acetylene torch, be careful not to point it at any other people in your workspace. At this point, the copper will be incredibly hot, so you obviously cannot pick it up with your bare hands. So, slip 1 of the jaws of a pair of pliers under the edge of the copper bar or pipe, squeeze the pliers tightly shut, and pick up the annealed copper. If you don't already have a pair of pliers, purchase a pair at a local hardware store. You don't need to wear gloves at this point (or at any other point during the annealing process), since you'll never touch the metal directly until it's cool. In a pinch, you could use a pair of ordinary tweezers to pick up the superheated copper. Just be careful not to drop it! This will cause the red-hot copper to immediately lose heat and cool off. Keep an eye on the copper so you can gauge its temperature. Once the metal returns to its original reddish-brown color, use the pliers to remove the copper from the metal bucket. The cooling process should take less than 5 minutes. Once this time has passed, the copper is now annealed and will be soft and malleable for working. It's important that you use a metal bucket to cool the heated metal, since it could potentially melt through a plastic bucket.
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One-sentence summary -- Turn the torch valves back to their closed position. Pick up the annealed copper with a pair of pliers. Deposit the annealed copper into a metal bucket of water.

You'll first want to add some soil to the pot to give your plant a place to sit. Make sure that the top of the plant's rootball will be no less than one inch below the rim of the pot, so that it won't overflow when watered. You can even measure, to verify. As you place the plant into its new pot, center it by looking down on it from above and making sure it's not closer to any one side of the pot than the others. You also want to make sure it's sitting upright. While looking at the plant from the side, spin the pot and make sure the plant isn't tilted in any one direction. Once you've placed the plant in the new pot, you'll want to put soil into the pot around the rootball. Don't overfill the pot - the soil line should be about 1" below the top of the pot. You can "stuff" or "fill" when you're adding new soil. "Filling" just means pouring soil in, around, and on top of the rootball. "Stuffing" means pouring the soil in and then pressing it down. You might want to "stuff" the pot for a top-heavy plant, because it will help you keep the plant steady and even. Once your plant is in its new pot and you've filled the pot with soil, water the plant. It will help the plant's roots soak up the nutrients from the soil and ensure that the plant takes to the new pot. You might need to add more soil to fill in empty spots once you water the new plant and the soil settles. It's also best to keep the plant out of the sun and high humidity after repotting. Don't fertilize it immediately, either.
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One-sentence summary -- Add some soil. Place plant in new pot. Fill the pot. Water the plant.

To keep your pillows in prime working condition, change your pillowcases and bedding at least once per week. If the bed's owner is prone to sweating, bedwetting, or wearing makeup to bed, change the sheets and pillowcases twice per week. Keep at least two sets of sheets on hand--one on your bed, and one at the ready when laundry day rolls around. Regularly rotating your sheets will keep your mattress and pillows clean, and will help your sheets last longer. To keep your pillow smelling fresh and clean, use linen spray in between washes. Many linen sprays are made from safe, fresh ingredients such as witch hazel or essential oils, many of which can be tailored to suit your preferences. A quality linen spray will keep mold and mildew at bay. Linen sprays can double as sleep aids; a spray using lavender or cedarwood oil, for instance, may help you relax and get to sleep. Some experts recommend machine-washing your pillows every 3 months, but all agree that pillows should go no longer than 5-6 months before getting a thorough cleaning. Washing your pillows regularly will help prevent yellowing and buildup. The number of times you clean your pillows will, again, depend on your body's natural composition and your sleep habits. If you are prone to sweating during the night, your pillows will need more frequent washings. If you often go to sleep without cleaning your face and hair, you may need to wash your pillows even more frequently, such as every two months. Although you do not have to shower each and every night, quickly washing your face and brushing your hair will help prolong the life of your pillows and pillowcases. Many cosmetic ingredients are harsh and can not only discolor fabric, but also break fabric down. Sweat and oils from your face and hair are inevitable, but their effects can be minimized with a simple cleaning routine each night. Even doing something as simple as splashing water on your face and tying your hair back can extend your pillows' life.
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One-sentence summary -- Change pillowcases and bedding once per week. Use linen spray. Machine wash pillows at least twice per year. Go to bed with a clean face and hair.

Studies show that eating dark chocolate can help make your period easier to deal with. Eat a piece of chocolate to boost your mood between classes or for a burst of energy when you're just feeling "blah." If you don't like dark chocolate, add a package of mints, which can help to soothe mild cramps and stomach pain. Ibuprofen and naproxen are helpful medications that can temporarily relieve cramps. Check your school's policy before purchasing the medication. Look for a small package to fit in your bag, and only include it if you're allowed to take them to school. Some schools don't let students carry medicine with them. However, you can talk to your school nurse and have a parent drop off a bottle of ibuprofen or naproxen in the office in case you need it to handle cramps or a headache. If you have cramps, ask to visit the nurse, and they will give you the right dose. You can find small containers of medication at most grocery stores and pharmacies. In some bathrooms, you might not be able to wash your hands after changing your pad or tampon. In that case, use a drop of hand sanitizer to ensure that your hands are clean and free of germs. Be sure to seal the bottle of hand sanitizer tightly when you put it back in the bag to prevent it from spilling on the rest of the items. If you don't want to include liquid hand sanitizer, look for sanitizing wipes in the supermarket. With wipes, there's no risk for a leak or spill! Most women have a menstrual cycle that takes about 28-30 days, with their period lasting for 5-7 days. It can be helpful to have a calendar or notepad on hand to mark the first and last day of your period, and to check that it's coming every month. If you notice that you don't get a monthly period or have your period for more than 7 days at a time after the first 5-6 months, talk to your doctor about possible causes for this. It can take some time for your period to become regular, so be patient and try not to worry!
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Include a piece of dark chocolate. Add a small package of ibuprofen or naproxen if you're allowed. Put a travel-sized container of hand sanitizer in the bag. Consider including a pocket calendar if you want to track your period.