Logs should be processed into lumber as soon as possible to prevent the ends from drying and the wood from rotting. While the ideal thickness for lumber is 1 inch (2.5cm), you may saw your logs into lumber that is between inch to 2 inches (5.1cm) in thickness. If you are processing the wood yourself, make an effort to achieve uniform length and thickness. If you are unable to saw your own logs, find a sawmill to do the job for you. You may wish to cut your wood slightly oversized to account for shrinkage. The ends of lumber cure faster than the rest of the wood. To ensure that your wood cures evenly, it is best to seal the ends immediately after sawing the logs into lumber. You may coat each end of the wood in a commercial end sealer, paraffin wax, polyurethane shellac, or latex paint. Build up a thick layer of the sealer of your choice to prevent moisture from escaping out of the ends. When air-drying your wood, the curing time is determined by a simple formula. Allow 1 year of drying time per 1 inch (2.5cm) of thickness. This formula only provides a rough estimate. It does not account for all variables, such as the weather and the location of the woodpile. For example, if a piece of wood is 1 inch thick, it would take 1 year to properly cure the lumber.
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One-sentence summary -- Process the wood. Seal the ends of the lumber. Determine its cure time.

If you will be outside on warm days and doing something that requires physical exertion, be sure to drink plenty of water and sports drinks to stay hydrated. This can help prevent heatstroke before it starts. Try drinking a quart of water per hour. If you need to work outside, work in the early morning hours or the later afternoon hours. This is when temperatures are cooler, and cooler temperatures reduce the risk of heatstroke. Everyone reacts to heat differently, but physical exertion should be avoided at temperatures over 90F (32C). Excess, tight fitting clothing makes it difficult for the body to cool itself and increases the risk of heatstroke. Likewise, dark clothing will heat up the body and increase the risk of heatstroke. By dressing properly while you are active outdoors you can help prevent heatstroke before it starts. You should also apply sunscreen to any exposed skin to help protect yourself from sunburn.
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One-sentence summary -- Drink plenty of fluids. Do not over exert yourself and avoid the outdoors during the hottest times of the day. Wear loose fitting, lightweight and light colored clothing.

Poinsettias are most comfortable at about the same temperature you are. Fortunately, this means that they'll be content in almost any room of the house. Situate your plant away from any doors or windows that you open frequently. Poinsettias don't hold up well under a draft. Do not place poinsettias near heaters, radiators, or vents. Avoid raising or lowering the thermostat too dramatically when temperatures outside fluctuate. Fertilizers are essential for adding vital nutrients to your growing soil. Balanced water-soluble houseplant fertilizers are the safest choice for delicate plants like poinsettias. Always use the amount specified in the instructions of a particular product. You can also use a natural organic material like garden compost or worm castings to fertilize your poinsettia. The best time to apply fertilizer is soon after watering, while the soil is still moist. Fertilizing poinsettias in dry soil could damage the roots. Plan on reapplying fertilizer about once a month while the plant is in its most active stages of growth. Let your poinsettia sit outdoors for a few hours on warm afternoons. Place the plant in a partially-shaded area so it doesn't overheat. Screened-in patios and flower beds protected by tree cover can make great outdoor homes for growing poinsettias. Introduce your poinsettia to outdoor conditions gradually. It's usually best to start with a few hours in the early morning, then increase its exposure by an hour or two every day until it's able to withstand an entire afternoon. Look for a spot in your garden with plenty of morning sun but more shade in the afternoon. It may be necessary to water your poinsettia more frequently if it's been spending a lot of time in the hot sun. Drooping, wilting, or wrinkled leaves may be a sign that your plant has been outside too long. Once the weather begins to heat up, it can be helpful to cut away roughly a third (or even up to half) of your poinsettia's overall size. Strategic pruning is necessary to kickstart growth. It will create a bushier, fuller plant. By removing the stems, you'll be redirecting more of the plant's resources into producing new flowers and foliage. If you'd prefer to hold off on doing the bulk of your pruning, you can wait until around midsummer when the poinsettia has reached its full size.
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One-sentence summary -- Keep your poinsettia at a constant 6575F (1824C). Fertilize your poinsettia once a month throughout the spring. Move the plant outside to a spot with indirect sunlight. Trim the stems back to 68 inches (1520cm) in the spring or summer.

Blackberry Desktop Software allows you to update your Blackberry software, as well as sync and back up contacts, email, calendars, and other personal data with your computer. The program will launch automatically following installation. Blackberry Desktop Software will automatically detect your device within a few minutes. " Selecting these options will allow Blackberry Desktop Software to back up all personal data to your computer, and lower the risk for data loss in the event the update fails to complete. " Blackberry Desktop Software will begin updating your device, which may take up to 30 minutes to complete. Your Blackberry Curve 8520 will now be updated with the latest software.
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Navigate to the official Blackberry website at http://us.blackberry.com/software/desktop.html. Select the option to download Blackberry Desktop Software for your computer running Mac OS X. Select the option to save the software to your desktop, then double-click on the installer file to launch the installer wizard. Follow the on-screen prompts to install Blackberry Desktop Software on your computer. Connect the Blackberry Curve 8520 to your computer using a USB cable. Click on "Applications" near the top of the Blackberry Desktop Software window. Click on "Check for updates," then select the software update displayed on-screen. Place checkmarks next to "Back up and restore device data" and "Back up and restore third-party applications. Click on "Start Update. Wait for Blackberry Desktop Software to inform you updating is complete, then disconnect the device from your computer.