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How to Putt
Sinking a putt is the last step to finishing off a hole in golf. Also called the “short game,” the basics of putting are different from other swings you will take with your clubs, but are easy to learn. Learning to read the green and adding some tricks to...
How to Cover Your Relatives with an International Driver's Permit
If you are expecting visiting relatives from another country, they may wish to drive around while they are visiting you. It may be convenient to let them borrow your car, but you need to know that they are covered by insurance. You may be able to add them...
How to Start a Nonprofit Homeless Shelter
Anyone can be homeless at any time. While most people can't fathom the idea of not having a roof over their head or a daily shower, millions of people suffer everyday with homelessness. Unfortunately, the number of homeless people far outweighs the number...
A Doctor-Approved Guide to Lightening Skin on Your Hands and Feet
There are several factors that can cause darker skin on the hands and feet, including dirt, medications, environmental and chemical factors, infections, inflammation, and exposure to the sun’s damaging rays. Several beauty and cosmetics companies make ski...
How to Succeed in a Flight Attendant Interview
A career as a flight attendant is often very popular and very competitive to land. Airlines often hire flight attendants on a constant basis and you may find yourself dreaming of a job where you fly from location to location, enjoying the challenges and t...
How to Time Block
Time blocking is a type of scheduling that can help you manage your time better. To learn how to limit distractions and get things done faster with time block scheduling, read on!
How to Seal a Deck
Exposed to the elements and walked over, scratched, and scraped, wood decks tend to develop mold and other problems rather quickly. Although a quick wash might make your deck look nicer, anything short of a good sealing will leave you with crumbling plank...
How to Pass Fifth Grade Math
In fifth grade math, you build on what you learned in third and fourth grade. If you kept up in fourth grade math, you will probably do well in fifth grade math. Even if you struggled in fourth grade, there are ways you can catch up. You can start by lear...
How to Become an Agricultural Scientist
Agricultural scientists work to maintain and improve the world's food supply. These scientists, also known as food scientists, are actively involved with food safety and agricultural productivity. If crops, soil, or animals interest you, agricultural scie...
How to Take Flax Oil
Flaxseed oil contains omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Both of these are needed for health because they are polyunsaturated fatty acids, or PUFAs. Flaxseed oil also contains other essential fatty acids, such as alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), and omega-9, w...
How to Bend Plywood
Bent plywood can be used to give furniture and cabinetry a sleek, seamless appearance. The easiest way to bend plywood at home is using clamps and a form made out of medium density fiberboard, or by using a ratchet strap. For a stronger, sturdier bend, yo...
How to Measure Inductance
Inductance is the ability of a coil to stop an electrical current from flowing through it. An inductor coil can stop one current so a different one is able to flow. TVs and radios, for instance, use inductance to receive and tune into different channels....
How to Avoid Capital Gains Tax
Capital gains (the money made from selling a non-inventory asset like stocks, bonds, property, and precious metals at a profit) are often taxed at fairly high rates — especially if you already have a high income. For instance, in the United States, people...
How to Care for Teeth and Gums During Pregnancy
Taking care of your teeth during pregnancy is incredibly important for your health and your baby's health. By maintaining basic dental hygiene, going to the dentist, and taking steps to care for gums and teeth during morning sickness, you can ensure that...
How to Increase Water Pressure
If you’ve run into trouble with a shower that drizzles or a faucet that sputters, your water pressure is likely to blame. Start by narrowing down the source of the problem by talking to your neighbors and testing your water pressure so that you can figure...
How to Countersink
Countersinking a screw helps the screw head lie flush with the surface of the wood to better conceal the hardware. If you want to make your next woodworking project look clean and professional, you can easily countersink the screws with just a few tools....