Article: A proper diet for red-eared turtles (and similar aquatic turtle species) should have the following proportions: vegetables and water plants 50 percent, commercial foods 25 percent, and live protein 25 percent. Red eared turtles are happy to store-bought food turtle food, as well as food you've foraged for them. Good vegetable choices include: dandelions (the ones in your yard are good if you don't use pesticides), carrot tops, mustard greens, romaine lettuce, carrots, bell pepper, and squash. The best greens are water plants like anacharis, water hyacinth, water lettuce, Frogbit, hornwort, and duckweed. While expensive in a pet store, these are easy to grow in a separate tank or pond, and they are cheap if you buy in bulk online. Red eared turtles don't usually eat fruit in the wild, so avoid it except for an absolute treat. If giving a treat, bananas are a good choice. For commercial food, look for something that has low protein and low fat. Dried shrimp are an absolute no-no! While turtles love the taste of dried shrimp, they offer no nutrients and turtles may refuse other foods for weeks. There are various conditions and diseases that can occur if the tank water is dirty, if the turtle's diet is poor or for other reasons. Some more common problems to watch for include: Eye infections: The eyes will appear closed, swollen, puffed up or discharging. You may see pieces of tissue coming off. Eye infections are caused by bacteria. The turtle should be seen by a vet and probably needs a topical antibiotic plus upgrading the tank's filtration system. Soft shell: If your turtle's shell is softer than it's supposed to be, your slider may not be getting enough light from your overhead light. If this happens, the turtle's dock may be too small, the water may be too deep, or the turtle is too weak to get on the dock. If this happens, contact your vet or a pet store. It can also mean that it has metabolic bone disease. Furry mouth and refusal to eat: Your turtle has a bacterial infection and should be seen by immediately by the vet for an antibiotic treatment. Weak, wheezing, lethargic and holding head at an unusual angle: This may be a respiratory infection, such as pneumonia. Immediately take your turtle to the vet. Wounds: Check the tank for sharp objects or a fighting mate. Remove the cause, treat the wound with povidone-iodine solution, and keep it clean. See your vet for more advice. You must supervise outside time, to prevent overheating. One approach is to get a kiddie pool, fill it with some water, and provide something for the turtle to bask on. Make sure to offer some shade for your turtle so it won't overheat. This is your pet and you'll form a bond, as with any pet, if you spend time together. Handle with carenot all turtles like being held or touched. Some turtles love to have their shells gently scratched, just like a backscratch, or scratching behind a dog's ear. However, be careful, as not all of them enjoy it and may try to bite. Note that their shells have nerve endings in them and they can feel everything. Be gentle.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Feed your red-eared turtle the right food. Check your turtle for signs of health problems. Take your turtle outside sometimes for direct sun. Spend time with your turtle.

Problem: Article: Just as most jobs are now advertised online, most cover letters are submitted by email. If you are applying via letter, it is most likely for a company that is more traditional or a position that is higher ranking. If you do not have letterhead, it is ok to skip this step. If you are currently employed as a consultant or if you are applying for a contract, you should have letterhead made. This should follow the standard format of a formal letter. Before you start the letter with "Dear Hiring Manager:" look at the email, company website and job posting to see if they contain the name of the person in charge of hiring. This attention to detail and personalization in your salutation can make a big difference next to hundreds of cover letters that say "To Whom it May Concern:" If you cannot find the name of the person, address it "Dear Department Head" with the name of the department to which you are applying." If you cannot find the name of the department, try "Dear Director" or "Dear Hiring Manager." Use LinkedIn to find the hiring manager's name. This is the preferred opener for all cover letters, because it establishes a connection to the company. For example, "John Smith recommended that I get in touch with you about the general manager position at EnviroRent." If you do not know anyone at the company, do some research to establish a distinctive first line. Your next choice can be admiring a recent lecture, job or initiative the company did that attracted you. If you have a strong alumni association, use it to get in touch with someone, and references someone, who attended your college. After your intro sentences, your next goal is to summarize your career in 1 to 2 sentences. Next, include a paragraph with your accomplishments and a paragraph explaining how you plan to be in touch. Include your contact information below your signature.
Summary: Ensure you are being asked to submit by mail. Write your cover letter on professional letterhead, if you have it. Date the cover letter at the top right or top left of the page. Include the company's department and address next. Research the name of the person looking at the resume. Mention the name of a staff member or referral in your opening line. Follow with a standard 4-paragraph cover letter. End with "Sincerely" before your signature.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can use concentrated Miracle Gro plant fertilizer to oxidize your copper quickly. Mix approximately one part Miracle Gro with three parts water for a bluer patina, or with red wine vinegar for a greener one. Apply with a spray bottle or rag, doing so unevenly if you want to create a more natural, aged appearance. It should develop a patina within 30 minutes, and reach a more permanent state within 24 hours. White vinegar can produce a green or blue patina on copper, but requires another material to hold the moisture close to the metal. Let the copper soak in a mixture of white vinegar and salt, or bury it in sawdust or even crushed potato chips, then soak the mixture with vinegar. Place in a sealed container for 28 hours, checking on the color regularly, then remove and air dry. Use a soft brush to gently remove solid materials. Fill a container 1/2 inch (1.25cm) deep with pure non-detergent ammonia, outdoors or in a well ventilated area. Spray the copper with saltwater, and place it above the level of the ammonia, on top of a wooden block. Cover the container and check back every hour or two until the copper is dark brown with blue hints. Remove from the bucket and air dry until a bright, blue color develops. Warning: always wear gloves and safety glasses when handling ammonia. Do not use the container that held ammonia to hold food or water. The more salt you use, the more noticeable the color will be.

SUMMARY: Make your copper green and blue with Miracle Gro. Bury copper in white vinegar. Create a bright blue color using ammonia vapors and salt.

If you think you may have difficulty operating a digital thermometer, buy one with a needle gauge. However, digital thermometers do have a distinct advantage. They provide a more precise temperature reading in a matter of seconds. This will keep less heat from escaping your oven or outdoor grill while your are checking the meat's temperature. An instant read thermometer is inserted into the meat at the end of cooking time to check the internal temperature. A probe is designed to be inserted in the meat before the meat is placed in the oven, and allows you to monitor the temperature and know when the meat has finished cooking.
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Read the label to make sure you're buying a meat thermometer and not a candy or oven thermometer. Buy an instant-read thermometer for meats such as ground beef patties, pork chops or grilled chicken. Purchase a probe thermometer for meats such as whole birds, ham, beef or lamb roasts. Use a meat thermometer specially designed for microwave use if you cook meat in the microwave.