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Movies are long, so you’ll want to make sure that your guests have a comfortable place to sit throughout. Folding camping chairs or bean-bags work great for this.Image:Create an Outdoor Movie Theater Step 22.jpg  If you don’t have any chairs on hand, you can lay blankets and pillows on the ground. If it’s going to get chilly later in the evening, remind your guests to bring along sweaters. Adding snacks to your backyard movie night will only enhance it! Popcorn and candy are easy go-tos, but healthier snacks are always a smart idea as well.  Some healthy snack suggestions are celery sticks, pretzels, fruit salad, carrot sticks, or crackers and cheese. Purchasing some paper popcorn bags can make it feel just like you’re at the movie theater! If you live in an area where mosquitos and other pests tend to congregate, you can keep them away by placing citronella candles around your theater. Just make sure that none of them are close to any flammable objects. Alternatively, you can use traditional bug sprays or creams. Bug sprays often have an ingredient called DEET in them. It’s a powerful insect repellent, but it can irritate your skin, so avoid spraying it directly on your skin if possible. If you live in a suburban area, you might want to ask for your neighbors’ permission or let them know that you will be doing a backyard movie night beforehand. Or (even better) invite them to join the party! This will give them a heads-up about what you’re doing, and also make them feel welcome in your home. Some areas have noise restrictions imposed by the local government, so be mindful of these.

summary: Place cushions, blankets, and comfortable chairs around your screen. Have snacks and refreshments available. Ward off bugs with citronella candles and bug spray. Do your best to not disturb your neighbors with noise.


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If your jump rope is too long, you will need to adjust the length. There are a couple of different ways to adjust the length of your jump rope. The easiest way to adjust your jump rope’s size is by tying a knot or a couple of knots in the rope. Tie the knot as close to the handle as you can without letting the knot actually touch the handle. If you need more than one knot to adjust the size, tie one knot (or two) on each side of the rope. This method is best for beaded and cloth ropes. Make sure that you have enough space to jump rope and that you can see the topmost part of your jump rope as it swings over your head.  If you can jump rope in front of a large mirror, that is ideal. If not, ask a friend to watch you.  As you jump rope, notice the distance between the top of your head and the middle of your rope.  For beginner jumpers, this distance should be about 16-30 inches.   For fitness jumpers, this distance should be about 6-10 inches.   For speed jumpers, this distance should be about 2-6 inches. Speed and control If your jump rope seems too long or too short, you can always readjust it by adding or taking out one of the knots that you made.

summary: Adjust the length of your rope. Test your rope size. Readjust your jump rope as needed.


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Take your time in deciding when to take people into your confidence, and if it makes you more comfortable, choose just one person to divulge your secrets to first. This person can help pave the way to being honest with your whole group and can help be a bridge to understanding between you and them. Most high schoolers don't know the difference between sex and gender, simply because nobody has taught it to them. They may be a little awkward at first, but that is because this is new to them, not because anything is wrong or bad about you. Expect your friends and loved ones to ask a lot of questions. Give them the best answers you can, but don’t feel like you have to share anything you want kept private. Educating people can be tiring. It helps to come up with a "script" that you can rattle off anytime and to have a website URL or two that you can encourage people to check out in order to learn more. Having their ideas of gender overturned can be a little shocking, and they might react less positively than you hoped. Take a deep breath and give them a little time. Once they've had a little time to process, they will show their true colors.  If they realize that they overreacted and apologize, then it means they probably do support you and are worth your trust. If it has been a week and they're still not accepting you, then it probably isn't going to happen. They don't have the strength to accept you, which is more about them than you. Keep in mind that some of your friends may need to unlearn things they’ve been taught by their parents or other authority figures. This may take them some time, but it’s possible. Unfortunately, there are people out there who disregard the feelings of others and mistreat people who are different from them. While this can be painful, try to remember that their actions are a reflection of them, not you. If they don’t appreciate how wonderful you are, it’s their loss.  Unfortunately, some people won't like you because you are transgender. Remind yourself that sometimes people get scared or angry when they see someone who is braver than they are. Choose to feel sorry for people who are rude or cruel. They may be going through something themself and are jealous that you’re so confident in being you.
summary: Surround yourself with accepting people and open up to them. Be prepared for questions but don’t feel pressured to answer them. Look for people's second reactions, not their first. Don't take it personally if someone is inconsiderate, rude, or cruel.