It’s tempting to fire off a reply, but calm down with a few deep breaths. Then ask yourself if the email really deserves your attention. While you may feel offended, don’t let this person dictate how you feel or the tone of your day.  Focus on what’s right for you. Ask yourself, “What am I accomplishing here? What will happen if I confront this person? What will happen if I don’t?” We all communicate in different ways, and writing isn’t a strong skill for everyone. What one person believes is a professional, direct statement can come off as brash or rude to someone else. Don’t assume right away that they meant to be rude.  Language or regional differences can cause miscommunications. When people try to use sarcasm or humor in an email, it is often misconstrued as rudeness. Respond asking for more information, citing specific statements that you’d like clarified. Sometimes rude messages are just poorly worded. For example, your coworker may have sent you a message saying, “I hope you find time to actually get your reports done today."  You could respond, “All of my reports are complete except the one that's due tomorrow. Are you needing a draft copy for a project today?” Don’t demand to know what they mean or be curt. For example, don’t ask, “What’s that supposed to mean?” or “What are you trying to say?” Talking to the person will allow you to better hear the tone of their words. Visit their workspace or call them to discuss your shared work or topics related to the email. Ask them to explain the rude statements from the email.  Say, “I had a follow-up thought about the project and thought it’d be easier to say it in person. Do you have a minute?” You could also say, “Your email suggested that the specs were supposed to be ready already, but the due date they sent me said they weren’t due until next week. Am I working off of the wrong timeline?”
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One-sentence summary -- Decide if it’s worth your time and energy. Avoid making assumptions. Ask the sender for more information. Talk to the sender.


Use a ponytail holder to secure it tightly in place. This type of bun works very well with even very short styles, as long as you can gather it all into a ponytail holder. If you want a side bun, gather your hair to the right or the left instead of right in the center. A side bun is a pretty look for a dance, party or elegant dinner.
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One-sentence summary -- Gather your hair at the nape of your neck.


The inseam, or length from the top of the inside of your thigh to the cuff, is important when it comes to bootcut jeans, especially for petite or shorter people. You do not want an inseam that is very long, as the jeans will be too long for your legs and you may need to hem off the bootcut portion of the pants to get them to fit. Instead, opt for an inseam that is made for petite people, usually around 29 to 30 inches (74 to 76 cm). You may need to still hem the jeans to fit your legs, but with a shorter inseam, you will have to take off less of the bootcut. Bootcut jeans are usually styled with high heeled boots, pumps, or sandals with a heel. Make sure you get a nice long, lean look by getting a pair of bootcut jeans that have an inseam that is 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 cm) longer than your usual inseam. A longer inseam will ensure the jeans hit 1 inch (2.5 cm) above your shoes. If you are petite, opt for a shorter inseam so the jeans sit above your shoes when you wear heels. Cropped bootcut jeans sit 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.6 cm) above your ankles, flaring slightly below your knees. They are a fun option if you want to show off a pair of shoes or even a pair of socks with your shoes. This style is very on trend and can be worn by petite or tall people. You may opt for jeans that hit just above your hips if you don’t want to feel too constrained or covered up. Maybe you like showing off your stomach and want too much fabric over this area. Keep in mind you may expose your stomach or a bit of skin if you tend to wear crop tops or shorter tops with your jeans. Make sure the low-rise pair fits your hips snugly so you do not have to keep pulling them up when you sit or bend down. Wearing a belt with low-rise jeans can also help you avoid this problem. Mid-rise, where the jeans hit you just above your hips, or high-rise, where the jeans sit just below your belly button, are good if you prefer to keep your stomach area covered. They are also a good option if you want to make your legs look longer and do not have to worry about pulling up your pants when you sit or bend down. Mid-rise and high-rise bootcut jeans are also a good option if you like wearing cropped tops or shorter tops with your jeans and do not want to worry about exposing your stomach. The only way to confirm the jeans fit you properly is to try them on in the store before you buy. Walk around in them, and sit or bend down while wearing them to see how they feel. The inseam should hit you correctly and the waist should not feel too tight or constraining. If you prefer to shop for jeans online, read the measurements for the jeans carefully before you buy. Measure your inseam and waist with measuring tape to ensure the jeans will fit you properly.
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One-sentence summary -- Get a pair with a shorter inseam if you are petite. Go for a pair with a longer inseam if you plan to wear heels. Try cropped bootcut jeans for a trendy look. Get a low-rise pair if you prefer less fabric over your stomach. Go for a mid-rise or high-rise pair if you like having more coverage. Try on the jeans before you buy them.


Before you start, have everything ready. Sponge cakes are time sensitive cakes, so you don't want to measure ingredients or wait on the oven to heat while you're in the middle of mixing. Measure all the ingredients and have them nearby before you begin.  Sift the baking powder into the flour before you begin. Set aside until needed. Preheat the oven to 375ºF (190°C.) Line the pan with butter before beginning. As an alternative to butter or cooking spray, use parchment paper. Parchment paper is a grease and moisture-resistant paper. When using parchment paper, no butter or cooking sprays are needed because cakes, cookies, or other baked goods won't stick. It also helps with clean up, since you will have no leftover batter to wash. If using parchment paper, cut a piece of paper into the shape and size of the bottom of the pan. You can also line the sides of the pan with paper, or you can use cooking spray or butter. You can use a round pan, an angel food cake pan, or any other type of pan. Bake at 375ºF for 30 to 35 minutes. Every oven is different, so as the cake approaches 30 to 35 minutes, you need to begin watching it. Check to see if the cake is done by gently touching with your finger. It will spring back if it is done. If you are still unsure, insert a toothpick or fork into the center of the cake. If the cake is clean, it is done. After removing from the oven, let it cool for 15 to 20 minutes before removing cake from the cake pan. If you used butter or spray on the pan, loosen around the edges with a knife, then flip cake and place on a serving plate
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Have the ingredients ready. Pour in the cake pan. Keep an eye on the cake. Let cool.