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Though as a general rule, the sonnet is defined as having 14 lines and an iambic pentameter meter, there's a significant difference between the two most common forms of the sonnet: the Shakespearean (aka English) and Petrarchan (aka Italian) sonnets. This...

The Internet provides your children with loads of opportunities to learn, grow, and communicate with friends. However, it’s also full of dangers, and your kids likely aren’t aware of what could go wrong. Fortunately, you have a lot of resources for ensuri...

Tired of staring at Les Pauls or Stratocasters locked up in that glass case? Well, do something about it! With a little patience, planning and self-control, you can have the guitar of your dreams in just a few short months. Then nothing will stand between...

This wikiHow teaches you how to install a power supply for a Windows desktop computer. The power supply is what facilitates the flow of power from an electrical source to the other components of the computer. Keep in mind that if your computer came pre-as...

Sometimes, situations arise where, for whatever the reason, you have to give a polite "no." This can be very difficult, whether in a personal or professional setting. However, learning to say no is an important skill, critical to living your life on your...

Purchasing a house is an incredible accomplishment and one of the biggest steps you’ll take during your life. Though the process may seem overwhelming, breaking everything down will help you keep your head straight while hunting for the house of your drea...

Purchasing a house is an incredible accomplishment and one of the biggest steps you’ll take during your life. Though the process may seem overwhelming, breaking everything down will help you keep your head straight while hunting for the house of your drea...

Organizing receipts can seem like a daunting task, especially if you have paper slips lying all over your home. While there’s no right or wrong way to sort your receipts, you can try experimenting with different organizational methods to see which one bes...

While there are commercial pond filter systems you can purchase, many people choose to build their own to save money. You can put together a surprisingly capable pond filtration system using commonly found household tools and a few components purchased fr...

Asking someone to prom (also known as "Promposing") can be both exciting and scary. If you've picked the person you know you want to go to prom with, but have no idea how to ask them, don't worry! You can learn some proposing basics, discover some great w...

It's a good idea to have your blood pressure checked regularly. However, if you suffer from "white coat hypertension" — a state of anxiety which causes your blood pressure to skyrocket as soon as you are approached by a medical professional wearing a drea...

Being able to determine the cardinal directions using various methods can help you win orienteering challenges, help you find your way if you’re turned around, or could even save your neck if you’re lost alone somewhere. There are some easy ways to figure...

You love to sing and you’re good at it, too! You know this is what you want to do for the rest of your life, but maybe your parents don’t quite agree. Don’t abandon your dream just yet, though. There are lots of things you can do to become a singer on you...

The "slow dance" is different than the typically upbeat sets enjoyed in the course of the average dance. It allows for a flirty or possibly romantic moment with your partner. If you would like to be able to master this skill, you just have to learn a few...

A eulogy is a speech given at a memorial service in memory of the deceased. Being asked to deliver one may seem overwhelming at first, but you don't have to be a great writer or orator to deliver a heartfelt and meaningful eulogy that captures the essence...

If you need to open the hood of your vehicle to do some basic maintenance and you’ve never done it before or the hood is stuck, you may need a little help. Worry not—we’ll walk you through the process from the most basic steps to what to do if the latch i...