Problem: Article: Remove all but a few leaves, and discard discolored petals. Cut the flower stems to your desired length. Place the flowers stem-side down into the vase, so the stems are submerged at the end of the stem. Your hydrangea will slowly dry as the water gradually evaporates.  Place the vase out of direct sunlight, since strong sun can cause the flowers to shrivel or fade. Don't top off the water, since this may cause the flowers to mold before drying. The drying process should take one to two weeks. Trim the stems if they are moist or discolored from being submerged in the water. Store the flowers in a plastic bag or place them in a vase and display.
Summary: Prepare the flowers for drying. Fill a vase or container with a couple inches of water. Allow the flowers to dry. Remove the dried flowers.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Simply put, composting is the process of taking organic (living or once-living material) material and breaking it down into a nutrient rich soil additive. This great soil additive has valuable nutrients that help plants to grow.  When composting you take a natural process and speed it up by using heat, aeration (adding oxygen), and moisture. Bacteria, fungi, molds, earthworms, insects, and other soil organisms break the compost materials down into a useful material.  Compost consists of both dry and moist materials. The moist materials are those that have a high nitrogen content, like manure, food waste, or grass clippings, and dry materials are materials that have a high carbon content, like dried leaves, straw, or sawdust. These items need to be mixed in a specific ratio in order to make good compost. You will need a container to keep your compost in. This can be a commercial compost bin or simply bricks or concrete blocks to contain the pile. You will also need a shovel or garden spade, a long stemmed thermometer (which can be found at hardware stores), a carbon source (such as sawdust), and access to a hose or watering can. It would be best to use a far corner of your yard to keep it out of the way of animals or children. You will need a yard site that is at least 3 feet by 3 feet.  If you are building your own compost container, use the bricks or concrete blocks to outline the area you’ve chosen. Make sure it isn’t under building eaves where a lot of water could run into it.

SUMMARY: Decide to start composting. Gather materials. Create an area where you will compost.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: A pre-workout snack can play an important role in your performance during your exercise routine.  Before a workout, you can use a pre-workout snack to give your body an extra boost of energy to fuel yourself through your workout.  The best type of snack is a carbohydrate rich food.  Although hemp protein powder is a great source of natural protein, many hemp protein powders are also fairly high in carbohydrates. Mix your hemp protein powder with milk - another source of carbohydrates - to give your body a good energy boost for your workout. Like a pre-workout snack, hemp protein powder can also be an excellent post-workout snack as well.  After a workout, you'll need to replace your muscle's glycogen stores (your body's stored form of energy) and the protein broken down during your exercise as well.  The best combination for your post-workout snacks is a combination of both protein and carbohydrates.  In addition, eat this snack within two hours of finishing your workout for the best recovery and regeneration.  Use your hemp protein powder mixed with milk (a source of carbohydrates) for a quick and easy high protein snack.  You can also make a hemp protein powder smoothie and add yogurt, fruit and ice cubes for a thick and creamy high protein and high carbohydrate snack as well. Another great time to load up on extra protein from your hemp protein powder is right as you go to bed.  Studies have shown that your growth hormones are elevated when you're asleep.  When you drink a high protein shake before bed this can help stimulate growth and repair of your muscles. If drinking a large protein shake right before bed is uncomfortable, drink it about an hour before hitting the sack.  This can help you digest your protein a little more thoroughly before falling asleep. In addition to appropriately timed snacks, you may need to add hemp protein powder to your diet to help meet additional protein needs as an athlete.  Although you do not need very large quantities of protein daily, you do need to ensure you're eating enough to support whatever activity you do. If you're a "power athlete" (participating in sports that require speeds or strength) you may need up to 1.7 g of protein per kg of body weight.  If you're an endurance athlete (a long distance runner for example), you may need up to 1.4 g of protein per kg of body weight.  Use your hemp protein powder as snacks or in addition to meals to help ensure you're consuming enough protein every day.
Summary: Use hemp as pre-workout snack. Incorporate hemp protein powder into a post workout snack. Drink a protein shake before bedtime. Aim for adequate protein to support athletic performance.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: As your child grows and changes, so should the rules. Most teens will expect that they deserve a greater degree of independence, and parents should accommodate that (within reason). Negotiating issues like "room rights" might be difficult, but it's worth it.  Don't leave your teen guessing. Your teen will be wondering whether he or she still has a curfew, still has to do chores, and the like. Make the new rules clear. Failing to discuss how the rules have changed will inevitably lead to conflict. Explain to your teen why the rules are what they are. Even if your teen doesn't agree, it's important that that he or she understands that the rules aren't arbitrary. It can be frustrating when your teen ignores you, but don't get angry. Calmly repeat your requests until your teen complies. Don't confuse your teen's laziness or forgetfulness with an act of rebellion. You probably won't get immediate results. But if you remain persistent and consistent, you're more likely to get the outcome you want. Try exercises like yoga or meditation, to help you relax. If you're patient and calm, your teen will be more likely to respond in the same way When your child becomes a teen, it's time to discuss difficult issues likes drugs and sex. Don't put off these conversations because they're awkward.  If you haven't already had "the talk" with your teen, it's time.Talk about sex as a natural part of life. Be honest and nonjudgmental. Studies show that teens who've discussed sex with their parents are more likely to be responsible in their activities. Be sure to include discussion of STIs, contraception, consent, and the emotional elements of sex, among others.  Drugs and alcohol should be discussed with the same sensitivity as sex. Ask your teen his or her thoughts about drug and alcohol use. Let your teen know where you stand on the issue, and decide how you will answer questions about your own past or present use. Finally, be sure to address issues like peer pressure, health effects, and impaired driving.
Summary:
Clarify the rules. Wait and repeat. Practice patience. Don't skip the tough stuff.