Article: A good grip is key to delivering a successful offspin bowl. To ensure that your fingers are able to hold the ball correctly, wipe your hands to remove any sweat and dirt that could cause the ball to slip from your grip. Use a towel or your shirt to wipe your hands. The standard way to hold the ball when you bowl is to line up the seam so that it runs vertically in your hand. To bowl offspin, you need to grip the ball so that the seam runs horizontally to help line up your fingers. Make sure the seam is lined up evenly so you can use it to help position your fingers. Grip the ball with the top knuckle of your index and your middle finger on your bowling hand. Stretch them across the seam of the ball so that the stripe runs between them. Your middle and index fingers will be spread wide to allow you to hold the ball firmly. Allow the ball to gently lie against your ring finger to help support it. Your fingers and wrist are what will generate the spin on the ball. The ring finger acts as structural support for your fingers. Don't wrap your palm around the ball or it will limit your ability to generate spin in your bowl. Your thumb and pinkie finger are not involved in an offspin bowl and can actually get in the way of your delivery. To keep them out of the way, tuck them off to the side when you're gripping the ball. Keep your thumb and pinkie fingers relaxed so your hand isn't rigid when you need to rotate it.
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Remove any sweat from your throwing hand before you grip the ball. Hold the ball so that the seam runs horizontally. Spread the knuckles of your index and middle finger across the seam. Rest the ball against your ring finger. Tuck your thumb and pinkie finger to the side.
Article: If you live where it snows and where salt is used on the streets to keep them clear of snow, your boots are going to pick up the salt. Salt stains mar the look of boots and weaken the fabric. If there are metallic parts to your boots (zippers, hooks, etc.), these will begin to rust if the salt is not removed. For the best results, always clean off any salt stain as soon as you spot it. Use the cleaning agent recommended by your boots' manufacturer (desalting agent). Still wet salt lines can be quickly fixed by wiping over the leather boot with a damp, warm cloth. Leave to dry in the mudroom (not near a heater). To retain the shape of the boot if it's not able to do so on it's own, stuff with newspaper or other scrap paper. Dried-on salt lines can be removed with commercial products or you can make your own easily (for leather boots). Combine equal parts of vinegar and water to make a liquid solution. Dip a cleaning rag into the solution, then wipe around the salt line. To finish, use a clean damp cloth to wipe off the solution and any remaining salt line. Wipe with a dry towel, then leave to dry away from direct heat. When dry, buff. (This method is not suitable for suede boots.) For suede boots, clean marks off with an eraser or sand gently with an emery board. To restore flattened nap, use a clean toothbrush or towel to brush it up or steam gently over the spout of a just boiled kettle. Never dry boots in front of an open fire or open heat source. This will cause them to crack and dry out too much. Dry in a warm, dry place away from direct heat sources. Try to dry them upside down over a boot holder or similar item or stuff with newspaper to retain the shape. Scuff marks can be removed from leather boots using baking soda. Simply dip a damp cloth in baking soda and wipe over the scuff marks. Wipe clean, let dry and buff. Oil stains can be removed from suede boots by rubbing as soon as possible with either cornmeal or talcum powder. Gently brush off with a towel after leaving for a few hours to soak up the grime. Boot liners that can be removed should be washed separately by hand or in the washing machine (see manufacturer's instructions). Make sure they're completely dry before re-inserting into the boots. To do this, remove the insoles or liners from the boots. You should wash them and completely dry them before putting them back into the boot. You can then add a generous amount of baking soda (as much as desired) to the boot to eat away at the stinky bacteria. Let the boot completely dry. You can then easily vacuum or wipe out the baking soda. You can also simply air out stinky boots by removing the liners and loosening up as much as you can on the boot. If the boot has laces, remove the laces and pull the tongue of the boot up as much as possible to create airflow. If the boot has a zipper, completely unzip and open the boot as much as you can to let air in.
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Clean salt stains immediately. Carefully dry your boots. Remove scuffs. Eliminate oil spots. Clean boot liners. Deodorize your boots.
Article: Look around your community for any chances to volunteer. Volunteering is a great way to help those in your community who might need it. Spread the feeling of magic to those around you by trying out some of the following volunteering ideas: Check with your local dog and cat shelter for any volunteering opportunities. If you have a local homeless shelter or outreach program, try volunteering there. Public libraries can be another great place to volunteer. You can help make someones day a little more magical by picking up their bill for them. If you find yourself in line for coffee or a small meal, you can ask your server to pick up the next persons bill, or at least put some money towards it. If you have money to spare you might want to consider donating it to a charity of your choice. There are many reputable charities to choose from, each with a different purpose. Look over the following examples to get an idea of some of the charities you can donate to: Breast Cancer Research Foundation uses donations to work towards a cure for breast cancer. National Alliance to End Homelessness aims to put an end to homelessness in the united states. Futures for Children is a charity that helps American Indian students with leadership development, mentoring and community service.
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Volunteer in your community. Pick up someone's bill. Donate to your favorite charity.