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How to Make a Travel Journal
Travel is a time for growth, new experiences, and seeing more of the world. If you're taking a trip, you want to remember everything that you did for years to come. Keeping a travel journal will not only help preserve your memories of the experience, but...
How to Care for a Red Eared Slider Turtle
If you're looking to get a pet turtle, consider a red-eared slider turtle. This easily adaptable pet prefers warm habitats, but can thrive in a large tank. The red-eared slider is named for the red-line running behind its eyes and the sliding motion it ma...
How to Ballroom Dance
Ballroom dance is an umbrella term for a variety of dancing styles, including Rumba, Cha Cha, Tango, Waltz, and Fox Trot, to name a few. These dances come from different eras and parts of the world, but they're all formal partner dances with an emphasis o...
How to Keep Your Balance on a Galloping Horse
The gallop is one of a horse's four basic gaits and it is one of the hardest to control when riding. The gallop is the final gait an advanced novice will master, so it should be approached in a controlled environment with the constant attention of an expe...
How to Go to the Movies
Going to the movies is a great way to spend a rainy or hot day, but a successful movie-going experience takes a little forethought. Here are some tips to make any trip to the movies magical.
How to Get Ready for Bed
If you suffer from restless sleeps or an inability to fall asleep, you may need to prepare yourself for bed in ways that will encourage, rather than deter, sleep. Preparing yourself for bed each night at the same time can make it much easier for you to re...
How to Drift on a Bicycle
Drifting—also known as skidding when you’re doing it on a bike—is a technique where you approach a corner on your bike at a high speed and move around the turn as your back tire loses traction with the ground. To successfully skid around a corner, you sho...
How to Interrogate Someone
The gathering of information from an unwilling participant is a tricky process. Whether you're part of an internal investigation into corporate crime or you're trying to find out if your teenager is lying about smoking that pot, many of the techniques in...
How to Tell if a Mirror Is Two Way or Not
Have you ever been in a bathroom, dressing room, or another private area with a mirror and had that feeling that someone is watching you? You can check to see if a mirror is transparent by observing how it is installed and using a few simple techniques to...
How to Get Started With a Research Project
You'll be required to undertake and complete research projects throughout your academic career and even, in many cases, as a member of the workforce. Don't worry if you feel stuck or intimidated by the idea of a research project, with care and dedication,...
How to Grow Bamboo from Seed
Growing mature bamboo plants from seeds can be quite a challenge, but the final product is well worth the effort. To start off, order your seeds from a reputable supplier. Then, set up and soak your greenhouse pellets. After you've planted your seeds in t...
How to Deal With a Spouse's Previous Marriage
Your spouse's previous marriage can be hard to stomach, especially if their ex is on bad terms with both of you. The ex is part of your spouse’s past, and probably part of your life. You can deal with your spouse’s previous marriage by examining your feel...
How to Breastfeed
Breastfeeding helps to guarantee that your baby gets a healthy start to life. Breast milk contains all the nutrients your baby needs, it's perfectly suited to their sensitive digestive systems, and it's crucial for the development of your infant's immune...
How to Make a Macchiato Coffee
A macchiato is a coffee-based beverage that’s made with espresso and foam. A macchiato is similar to a cappuccino and a latte, but the main difference is the coffee, milk, and foam ratio. A traditional macchiato is just a shot of espresso garnished with a...
How to Organize Your Computer
If you have many pictures, documents, music and other digital files, you know that they can become unorganized. Follow the steps below to create a well organized, powerful computer organization system. These instructions are for Windows users, but the in...
How to Clean Your Nostrils
When your nose becomes congested, it can become difficult to breathe properly. Luckily, you can breathe easy again by cleaning your nostrils with a nasal spray or a nasal wash.