Write an article based on this "Measure the size of the gap between your stove and counter. Purchase clear PVC tubing 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) thicker than the gap. Push the tubing into the gap until it is level. Cut off excess tubing with a pair of shears."
article: Using a ruler or a tape measure, find the width of the gap so you can choose the right size tubing. Be sure to measure the gap on each side of the stove, as one side may have more space than the other! Using clear tube will make it close to invisible between your counter and stove. Using a slightly thicker tube will create a firm fit without it falling to the floor. Plastic tubing can be purchased at your local hardware store and is typically sold by the foot. While clear tubing is discreet, you can purchase other colors if it better fits the look and style of your kitchen. Make sure the end of the tube is butting the wall before securing it. Using your fingers, push the tube into the space between your counter and stove. Keep it flush with tops of the counter. If you go too far down, crumbs will still fall onto the tubing and be trapped. Match the length of the tube to the depth of your counter and use shears or scissors to make the cut. After making the cut, use your finger to push any excess tube into the gap until it is level with the countertop. The tubing can be removed and cleaned in a sink of soapy water. Let the tube air dry before putting back. If it gets dirty or stained, you can replace the tubing entirely.

Write an article based on this "Introduce yourself. Smile and say hello. Start a neighborhood watch. Organize a garage sale or block party."
article: If you're new to a community, take the time to call on nearby houses to introduce yourself. Tell your new neighbors what led you to the area, where you live, and say a little about your life.  Walk up to the door and knock or ring the bell. If or when someone answers, smile, greet them, and say you're new to the community. Say something like, “Hi, my name is Mabel. I just moved in across the street to start a new job in the area and wanted to introduce myself.” If the neighbor seems friendly, try to engage in a bit of small talk. “How long have you lived on this street? What's the community like? Is it close-knit?” On the other hand, go out of your way to meet and greet new members of the community. Take a welcome basket to them and introduce yourself. At first, this may seem strange. You might be from a big city or other place where people don't interact on the sidewalk. However, there are lots of places where it's polite or even expected to acknowledge, smile, and say hello to others in public. Do this enough in your neighborhood and chances are you'll start to recognize others, and be recognized.   Make eye contact when you pass someone on the sidewalk. A visual acknowledgement goes a long way. If the other person returns your eye contact, smile or nod your head. You can also add a greeting, like “Hello,” “Good afternoon,” or “How are you?” “Nice weather today” is another good one. Keep in mind that this is really only for one-on-one situations, like when you pass one or two people on the sidewalk or walk past a neighbor's yard. It doesn't work well on busy streets. Neighborhood watches are groups that work together to prevent crime in local communities. The purpose is a serious undertaking and takes lots of cooperation and planning. It's a great venue to get to know your neighbors better.  First of all, try to recruit interested neighbors to form a planning committee. Advertise and hold an initial meeting to canvass your other neighbors' interest. You should also contact your local police department or sheriff's office and invite a representative to attend. Establish the aim of the program. For instance, determine what sort of concerns your community has on crime. Ideally, the watch will look out for each other's families and property and contact police in case of any suspicious activity. If the response is positive, elect block captains who can mediate between the community and police. Work with local authorities so that members get proper training on home security, crime prevention, and crime reporting. Post signs around the area and establish a means of communication, like a phone tree or a regular newsletter. The key thing in getting to know your neighbors is to communicate with them. Try holding a big sale or block party, for example, or anything that will lead to interaction, socialization, and cooperation.  Try a block-wide garage sale. Canvas the community to see who might be interested in contributing items or volunteering to work the sale. Make sure to advertise! Or, ask around to see whether your neighbors would like to hold a block party. Block parties are great for socializing and don't require that much work. You can make it a potluck or BYOF affair. If you're ambitious, ask the local police about temporarily closing your street for the sale or party. That way, you'll have much more room to mingle and chat.

Write an article based on this "Add maraschino cherries to fruity or chocolate martinis. Use a slice of green apple to add non-citrus tartness. Make a spicy martini with a pickled pepper."
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Sweet fruits like cherries are not typically used in traditional martinis. If you have a sour apple martini or a white chocolate martini, cherries add a nice syrupy sweetness, as well as brighten the color for a festive drink. Plop two or three cherries into the drink, or skewer them and lean them against the side of the glass. Apples are a great garnish for appletinis or other fruity martinis. Granny Smith apples add tartness rather than sweetness, so they are the most commonly used. Cut slices or cubes to garnish the drink with. Place them in a container with some lemon juice to keep them fresh if you cut them before you are ready to use them. If you want to try something even less common, add a sliver or whole pepper to the drink. Pickled pepperoncini or jalapeno are common peppers to use. Remember that both are pretty spicy, so add a small piece for just a hint of spice.