INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you are thinking about trying to break up your crush and your enemy, you should get that thought out of your head. Interfering with the relationship, especially negatively, may cost you any chance of having a future relationship with your crush. Trying to sabotage the relationship makes you look petty and jealous, which is not something you want people - especially your enemy - to think about you. Because your enemy is dating your crush, you may want to talk bad about them, complain about how awful they are, or even spread lies. You should avoid this. Being negative about your enemy means that you are stooping to their level and not being a nice person. You should take the high road and be nice, or just ignore your enemy all together.  Avoid the temptation to go up to your crush and say, "You are dating the biggest jerk on the planet! You should date someone nice and sweet, like me." Doing something like this will only make your crush mad at you. Talking about your enemy to other people may get back around to them or your crush. Your crush might be mad if they find out you are badmouthing the person they are dating. Your enemy may know how you feel about your crush, and this may give them reason to tease you or rub their new relationship in your face. If your enemy is bullying you or being mean, just ignore it. Giving in to the teasing by reacting or getting upset just lets your enemy know you are jealous and upset. Don’t give in to the urge to tease or make fun of your enemy in retaliation. This makes you seem petty and jealous, and brings you down to your enemy’s level. Turn the negative jealous feelings into positive ones. Instead of being jealous that your enemy got your crush instead of them, be happy for them. Be nice to your enemy and your crush. Don’t let your enemy know you are bothered by the relationship at all. This will eliminate any reason for your enemy to be mad at you, badmouth you to your crush, or make fun of you.  Every time you get angry or upset that your enemy has your crush, try to think, "Good for them. I am happy they are dating someone." It may not always work, but it will help you start to train your brain away from negative, jealous thoughts. Another way to be happy for your enemy is to stop thinking about them as an enemy. Start calling them by name in your head. Refer to them "my acquaintance" or "that person I know." Changing the vocabulary in your head can help release negative thoughts and help you be happy for them. If you send positive vibes out into the world, you will be happier. Being jealous and angry isn’t healthy. It’s much easier to move on and let go of jealousy if you think positively about the situation.

SUMMARY: Avoid trying to sabotage the relationship. Refrain from badmouthing your enemy. Ignore any teasing by your enemy. Be happy for your enemy.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Just like people, lovebirds can get depressed or anxious when they don’t feel well. If your bird seems withdrawn, shows little interest in fly time, sleeps a lot, or gets overly nervous or excited when someone enters the room, it could be a sign that they feel sick. Both a decrease or a sudden increase in thirst or appetite could be signs that your bird is sick, and may be indicators of nutritional disorders, a common problem in lovebirds. Pay close attention to how much your lovebird eats and drinks on a daily basis. If you notice a sudden change, contact your vet for recommendation on treatment. If your bird has drooping wings, frequently tucks their head, or huddles instead of standing tall, it could be a sign that they don’t feel well. Behavioral symptoms such as these are typically considered critical, and require a vet visit immediately. Sitting on the cage floor or holding onto the cage with their beak instead of sitting comfortably on a perch are two major indicators that something is wrong. If your bird is unable to perch normally, contact an avian vet immediately for recommendations and to see if an appointment may be necessary. If you notice this behavior in your bird, then you need to contact a vet about an emergency visit. Your bird needs immediate care. When a bird doesn’t move around much in its cage, it can be an indicator of stress or a larger health problem. If you notice your bird staying on a single perch or sitting for long periods at their food or water dish, they may be exhibiting symptoms of a serious illness.

SUMMARY: Watch for changes in your bird’s attitude. Monitor the amount of food and water they consume. Check for changes in their posture and positioning. Look at where they are in their cage. Track their movements.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: To determine how large you can make your platform, you will need to measure the area that you intend to put it. Decide if you want your back seats up or down to fit the platform, and measure the length and width of your configuration. Remember that vertical height will be important, too. Generally speaking, you should plan on your platform being eight to ten inches above the base on which it sits. The base of your platform should be sheets of ¾ inch (2 cm) or one inch plywood, while the legs will be constructed from two by fours. You will also need wood screws, a drill, a covering such as carpet, and staples. All of these materials can be found at a hardware or home improvement store.  Have the plywood sheet cut to fit the dimensions you measured. Cut the large sheet in half widthwise so that your platform can be stored in stackable sections. Have the two by fours cut up so that you end up with 12 pieces. Eight of them should be the height of your intended platform (8 to 10 inches or 20 to 26 cm), while four of them should be about four inches shorter than the width of your plywood sheet. You will need four legs, two for each platform. Make the legs by aligning a short section of two by four to either end of a long two by four piece. Make sure the legs are level with the support, then use 4 or 5 inch (10 to 13 cm) wood screws to secure the legs directly to the support.  Opt to use at least two screws for each individual foot. Repeat this process until you have four sets of legs completed. Once your legs are completed, make your platform by screwing the plywood sheets onto the legs. Each sheet should have two legs, one toward the top and one toward the bottom.  Consider the positioning of the legs before you install them. They may need to get around wheels, indents, or other features in your car’s interior. Screw the platform down with at least one screw over each foot, as well as one in the middle of each support. Use carpet, fabric, a tarp, or whatever covering you think is appropriate to cover your platform. Staple your cover down along the edges of your platform using carpet tacks or industrial staples. Try to staple the cover to the outer edges of the platform for maximum comfort. The platform can be stored in two separate pieces whenever you are not using it. To assemble it, simply unstack the two pieces and set them up so that one sits directly in front of the other in the back of your car. To help the platform hold together a bit, consider adding a velcro edge where the two pieces of platform attach. Once you have your two platforms ready and in position, decide how you want to outfit your bed. You may want to use sleeping pads, an air mattress, blankets, or another form of cushioning to keep you off the hard surface. Prepare yourself with any pillows, sheets, and blankets you might want, as well. The sleeping platform can be outfit however you want. Choose a setup that is comfortable for you when your sleeping, and easy to store when you have the platform packed away.

SUMMARY:
Measure your car. Gather materials. Assemble the legs. Add your platform. Cover the platform. Assemble the platform. Outfit your bed.