INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Wash your hair thoroughly, to make sure it is free of all styling products. Both Kool-Aid and beets will stain your hands if you don't wear gloves. Petroleum jelly will prevent the discoloration of your skin. This will prevent any staining of your clothing.

SUMMARY: Start with clean, damp hair. Put on latex gloves . Rub petroleum jelly along your hairline. Cover your shoulders with a towel.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Do you have thirty minutes? Ten minutes? An hour? Set your amount of time and divide it up. For this method, let's say that you have 100 minutes. Just divide the times according to what your actual time is; the following steps indicate a good use of the 100 minutes. If you receive any presents or bells, add them to your inventory right away. Sell any items you get in the mail. If you get a fruit that is not native to your town in the mail, make sure to plant it somewhere near your house as soon as you get it. Sell every item you get and keep the profit. If you get any, sell them immediately and keep the money. Get any fossils appraised by Blathers and sell them for cash. Sell them. If you find any coconuts, plant them near the beach. It can be as far as 12 spaces away from the beach. Running over your sapling won't make it die. Sell all the fish you catch. Sell the fish you catch. Sell all of the shells you collect. Sell any items you get, and if you get money, add it to your inventory. If you get stung by a bee, don't heal it with medicine, as the next time you go on, it will be gone. go to the top of your town and shoot it when it is just about above you.

SUMMARY: Pick your time. Check your mail. Spend 15 minutes talking to every person in your town at least three times. Spend the next 2 minutes checking the lost and found and the recycle bin for items. For the next 5 minutes, go around your town digging up stars on the ground. Spend 3 minutes collecting all of the shells on the beach. Spend 26 more minutes fishing along the ocean. The next 18 minutes should be used for fishing in the rivers, waterfall(s), and little ponds. For 3 minutes, check the beach again for shells. For 10 minutes, shake fruit, regular and pine trees for money. Like you did near the beginning, talk to everyone in your town for another 15 minutes and sell any items they give you. For the remaining 3 minutes, scout the sky for any floating presents, if you see one, be patient and wait for it to come your way.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When you find yourself caught in a conversation that you would like to get out of, it's important that you treat the other person politely and respectfully. If the other person is talking a lot and you are finding it hard to get a word in, try to change the subject. This can break the flow of her speech and give you an opportunity to explain that you need to be going. Don't be too abrupt, and don't change the subject to something completely different. Doing this will likely come across as rude and dismissive. Instead say something that indicates you have been listening, but can help you to transition to saying that you have to go. For example, if she was talking about her school work you could say something like "Oh, that reminds me, I haven't done the work for class tomorrow." Sometimes the best way to find an opening to make your excuses and exit is just to wait for a pause or lull in the conversation. These can come naturally and it won't seem as though you were trying to engineer a break to get out of the conversation. You have to be paying attention to pick up on any lulls or pauses, then you can make a spontaneous comment that explains why you have to go. You could jump into a lull and say: "Wow, I've just seen the time. I've really got to go. Great talking to you." Another way to try to remove yourself from a conversation is to take any opportunity to involve more people. Having more than two people relives the pressure on you to stay in the conversation. You could encourage somebody to join you and get the two of them talking before making your excuses. If you do this, you are ending your conversation but replacing it with another. If you see a friend who has some shared interests with the girl you're talking to, pull her into the conversation and bring up things they have in common. For example, if the girl is talking about her pet dog and you see a friend who has a dog you could say "Oh, Susie's over there. She loves dogs. Hang on, I'm sure she'd want to talk to you about it." You can try to use body language to subtly communicate that you have to go and need to end the conversation. Body language isn't always very subtle, so be careful and remember to stay polite and friendly. Very slightly turning away from the person you are talking to can give a clear indication that your mind is beginning to drift. Be aware that if you start yawning, looking at your watch or phone, or looking past the person you are talking to, she may consider this rude and get upset or irritated. Crossing your arms or rolling your eyes will suggest to her that you would rather be somewhere else, but is not especially subtle. When you have worked a moment to make your excuse for leaving, always try to give a genuine reason. If you have another commitment or you are running late, say that. Being honest is generally the best way. If you are obviously insincere or making something up, she may well pick up on that and might be offended. If you do have to make something up, pick something small and plausible. You could say, "sorry, but I have to make a call. Nice talking to you." Or, "I've got a load of work to do this afternoon. I better get to it." Avoid more unusual statements like "I have to get to the hospital to visit my sick Uncle."

SUMMARY: Change the subject. Wait for a pause. Introduce somebody else to the conversation. Use body language. Explain why you have to end the conversation.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Boil the water on the stove for a minute or two or until it is steaming vigorously. Then remove the pot from the heat. Start with 1 drop/quart of water. The following essential oils have either antibacterial, antifungal or antiseptic properties, meaning they can kill bacteria and other microorganisms that can infect the sinuses: Spearmint or peppermint - Both peppermint and spearmint contain menthol which has antiseptic and immune-boosting properties. Thyme, sage, and oregano - These herbs boost the immune system and have antibacterial properties. They also increase circulation of the blood by opening up blood vessels. Lavender - Lavender is known as a soothing herb that also has antibacterial properties. It will help you feel calm and relaxed and can relieve anxiety and depression. Black walnut oil - If you know you have a fungal sinus infection, add black walnut oil, which has antifungal, antimicrobial, and antiseptic properties. Tea tree oil - Tea tree oil has antiviral, antifungal, and antiseptic properties and has provided relief to some people suffering from sinus infections. If you don't have the above essential oils on hand, you can substitute teaspoon of dried herb per quart of water. Once you add the herbs, boil for another minute, turn off the heat and move the pot to a comfortable area and begin steaming. Each time you try a new herb, give yourself a test to make sure that you don't have any adverse reaction, such as sneezing or skin irritation. Make the concoction and steam your face with the new herb for about a minute. Then, take your face away from the steam for 10 minutes and wait. If you don't notice any irritation or other reaction, reheat the water and do the full steam treatment.

SUMMARY:
Fill a one-quart pot with water. Add 1-2 drops of an essential oil. Use dry herbs. Always test any herb for sensitivity.