Placing a bowl or dish between you can coax attendance, which should always be rewarded to begin the session. Please note: This method relies on the "clicker training" technique with the use of a "target," such as a ping-pong ball stuck on the end of a chopstick. If the cat tries to extend its nose or mouth to the target, withdraw it, wait five seconds, then try again. Over time, reward only paw movements toward the target, then only those that touch the target, then only those with the same paw (either front right or front left). Withdraw the target, wait, then try again for wrong-paw or weak paw movements. For this method, you will need to be able to click and offer the treat using the same hand, since the other is holding the target. Practice beforehand so you can do the move properly each time. Try to hold it with your palm facing down, using your thumb to help grip. Keep sliding your hand towards the tip until it is covering the end of the target. Extend your hand, palm down, and "click + treat" palm contact with the correct paw. "High five" is the natural choice. Once your cat masters this maneuver, you can work on other angles for your "high fives."
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One-sentence summary -- Sit on the floor facing your cat. Hold the target above the cat's head, out of reach of its mouth and nose. "Click+treat" any movement of a paw at first. Begin to inch your hand towards the tip of the target. Replace the target with just your hand. Add a verbal cue while the cat is reaching out its paw. Move your hand positioning down incrementally so that your palm faces the cat at about eye level.

Call a local hardware store or cleaning equipment rental company for prices on pressure washer rentals, which can range from $50 to $100 a day, depending on the machine model and where you live. Ask a store employee to recommend a model that will work best on your brick patio. If you have the money to invest, consider buying your own pressure washer. Opt for a gasoline-powered pressure washer over an electric model, which will mean dealing with electrical connections that need to be kept dry and out of the way during cleaning. Always wear old clothes when using a pressure washer, as rocks or debris from the surface of your patio may be propelled upwards by a stream of water when cleaning. Anticipate getting wet during the cleaning process and dress accordingly, in old clothing that you don't mind getting soaked. Wear waterproof boots or shoes with a good grip (i.e. rubber soles) to avoid slipping during the cleaning process. Connect a garden hose between your water source and the high pressure hose on the pressure washer. Attach the nozzle securely. Squeeze the trigger on the gun of the machine to release excess air, then turn on the water. Most pressure washers come with multiple nozzle attachments. Point the gun of the pressure washer towards a discreet corner of the patio and turn on the machine engine. Spray a quick test stream to gauge the water pressure, and to see if it is strong enough to cause any damage to your patio. Always test the least powerful nozzle first, then move to a stronger nozzle if you wish. Gas-powered machines will have a stronger spray than electric ones.
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One-sentence summary -- Rent or buy a pressure washer. Put on gloves, old clothes, and waterproof boots with good grip. Set up the pressure washer. Test the machine.

In order to use torrent files, you will need to install a torrent client. Download and install uTorrent, a free BitTorrent client, if you don't already have it. Other torrent clients include Vuze and BitTorrent. Search the internet for a Mac Torrent file to download. You will likely find many possible links, so you will need to ensure that you are downloading a good file. Look at the Seeders (S) and Leechers (L) count to see how good the connection is. More seeders means a faster connection and also increases the chance that the torrent is clean. Read the comments for the torrent you are downloading to ensure that other users were able to get it working OK and that they did not encounter any viruses. Mac operating systems are less susceptible to viruses than Windows operating systems are, but you are still not protected from everything. Torrent files are one of the most popular way to spread viruses, so be careful. Do not click on the ads that offer to speed up your downloading time. Download speed will depend mostly on your internet connection and the number of torrent seeders. Make sure to click on the correct button when downloading the link: it will usually read "Download Torrent" right under the filename. Depending on your internet connection and the number of seeders, this process could take anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours. For more detailed information on using torrent files, see this guide. After you download the torrent file, it will be delivered as a DMG file to your computer. Run the installation, and enjoy using Microsoft Word on your Mac! You may need to install a crack as well. Read the README file included in the download to see what extra steps you might need to follow in order to get Word running.
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One-sentence summary -- Install a torrent client. Search for an MS Office or MS Word file to download. Download the torrent file. Install Word.

Starches offer a low-fat, simple thickening alternative for sauces that is especially suitable for beginning cooks. You can even add a dash of herbs or spices to starch slurries to make them more flavorful. Starch thickeners are mostly flavorless, but they can give sauces an artificial sheen, making them less popular for stews or meat gravies. Cornstarch is inexpensive, readily available, and best for dairy-based sauces. Do not use cornstarch if you plan on freezing a sauce for later use, however, as cornstarch creates a spongy texture in sauce upon freezing. Combine 1 tablespoon (8 g) of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of cold water in a small bowl. With a whisk, blend them together until smooth. Gradually whisk the mixture into your cooked sauce that needs thickening. Continue stirring and cooking the sauce over medium to medium-high heat. Bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, and stir the sauce for an additional two minutes, allowing the cornstarch to completely finish cooking and thickening. If you don't cook your starches, they can leave an aftertaste in your sauce. The longer you cook your sauce or soups, though, the better the flavor will be. Arrowroot is best for more acidic sauces, but avoid mixing arrowroot with dairy. However, you can use arrowroot when cooking with acidic dairy products like buttermilk. Arrowroot starch gives liquids a glossy appearance, making it especially desirable for dessert sauces or reductions. In a small bowl, mix equal parts of the arrowroot starch with cold water, whisking thoroughly to beat out any lumps. Add the arrowroot mixture to the already hot liquid and cook for 30 seconds at medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Remove the sauce from the heat, and allow it to finish thickening as it stands. If you are cooking pasta, potatoes, or another type of starch to go with your meal, set aside a cup of the water that you used to cook your starch. Working a spoonful at a time, stir your starch water into your simmering sauce, soup, or other liquid. Continue this process until you get your desired thickness.
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Use cornstarch in sauce. Use arrowroot starch to thicken liquids. Add starch water to sauces and soups.