INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Glasses are the hallmark of the geek chic style. Mid-size lenses are classically geeky, but you can go for any size you want!  Try on different styles to see what works best with your face shape.  If you already wear glasses, consider buying a second pair to geek up your style. If you have perfect vision or wear contacts, buy a pair with fake lenses.  Mix it up with different frame colors and patterns, or go for classic black. It’s up to you! Suspenders and ties are other classically geeky accessories. Wear your suspenders with your pleated skirt or your high-waisted pants, and pair your tie with a collared button-up shirt. Suspenders and ties come in tons of different colors and styles. Again, feel free to combine bold patterns and colors! A side satchel is a bag with a long strap that you carry over one shoulder. If you want a more classic look, go for a leather or faux-leather satchel. Otherwise, pick whatever color or pattern you like--there are tons to choose from. Simply adding fun socks can transform a plain outfit into a geek chic ensemble. Choose ankle length socks or knee socks, and have fun combining different colors, patterns, and styles!  Try wearing knee socks with your Oxford shoes for a cute yet academic look. Pairing ankle socks with a Mary Jane-style heel is another great geek chic option. Your entire outfit doesn’t have to be comprised of geek chic-inspired items. In fact, trying to cram too many geek chic items into one outfit can be overwhelming. Instead, try incorporating a few geek chic accessories and clothing items into your usual style. For example, wearing glasses and oversized blazer with your usual ensemble creates an effortless geek chic look.

SUMMARY: Buy a pair of glasses. Try suspenders and ties. Carry a side satchel. Wear fun socks. Incorporate geek chic items as you see fit.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Small pieces of food are prone to clumping when they’re all thrown into the same container together. One way around this is to spread out and chill the runners on another surface first. Afterwards, you can funnel them into a freezer bag and put them away without having to worry about them coming out in one big chunk. Wait until the beans harden to the touch before consolidating them into a single container. This will typically take 20-30 minutes, though you can leave them in the freezer until they're fully frozen, if you prefer. Once the beans have had ample time to dry, they can go directly into their storage container. Fill each bag roughly ¾ of the way full, leaving about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of headspace at the top. Press the bags from both sides to gently squeeze out the excess air, then seal them up.  Check your freezer bags for holes, splits, broken seals, and other signs of damage before closing them up. If you’re short on storage bags, a large, resealable plastic container with a locking lid will also do the trick. For more convenient preparation, consider dividing up the beans into precise portions and bundling them in plastic wrap within each individual bag or container. Write the name of the item and the current month somewhere in plain sight on each bag. That way, you’ll be able to keep track of how long they’ve been in storage. Keep the labels facing the front of the freezer so you can check them at a glance. There’s no need to get too specific with the date, since runner beans and similar veggies will last many months in the freezer. They’ll have the best flavor and texture if used within 3-4 months. However, their high water content coupled with their frigid surroundings means they’ll never really go bad, so you’re free to keep them put away until you need them. Be sure to use up the beans in the order that you put them into storage. When cooked, frozen runner beans should retain most of their original flavor and texture. Dispose of the frozen runners if they begin to wrinkle or take on a dull color, or if large chunks of ice have begun forming on them inside the bag. Similarly, you'll want to play it safe and throw out bags that show signs of damage after being placed in the freezer. When exposed directly to the cold for too long, the taste and texture of the beans will effectively be ruined.  Blanched runner beans are more likely to freezer burn if you don't dry them off thoroughly before packing them up. It’s a good idea to replace runner beans that have been frozen for longer than a year with a new batch, even if they still look edible. After enough time, bacteria can begin slowly creeping in, making them unsafe to eat.
Summary: Freeze the beans on a baking sheet before you bag them (optional). Place the blanched beans into plastic freezer bags. Label the bags with the contents and date. Store the beans for up to a year. Watch out for freezer burn.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: It is important to have people to lean on during your time of mourning. While you may want to be self-sufficient, now is the time to let others care for you. A lot of the time, your loved ones will want to help but won’t know how, so tell them what you need--whether that is a shoulder to cry on, a friend to go to a movie with, or help with arranging a memorial service for your loved one.  Let your loved ones, co-workers, and friends know what has happened if you feel comfortable doing so. Alerting them to your situation will help them to understand why they might find you crying in the middle of the day (which is a perfectly fine thing to do!). Talking with friends and family members may also help you understand how your cultural background informs how you experience grief. Sometimes sharing your loss with those who have experienced a similar loss can be very therapeutic. Mourning can feel very lonely, even when you have friends and family by your side, so surrounding yourself with people who understand your loss can make it feel a lot less lonely.  You can look up grief support groups in your community by searching online or looking at listings posted on community boards in your town. If you are religious, you may also want to consider finding out if your place of worship offers support groups. If you feel like the grief you are experiencing is too much for you to handle alone, you should consider seeing a counselor or therapist that practices grief counseling. An experienced counselor will be able to help you work through the emotions you are feeling. A common myth about seeking counseling is that if you are getting support from family and friends that you don’t “need” counseling. However, a trained mental health professional can offer support that your loved ones cannot. A counselor or therapist can help you identify unhelpful ways of thinking or behaving. S/he can help you learn healthy coping techniques and ways to process your feelings. Seeing a counselor or therapist does not mean you are not well-supported elsewhere in your life. It means that you are seeking as many sources of support as you need, which is healthy and courageous. This could mean turning to your faith for support, or spending more time in nature or surrounded by things you love. If you follow a certain religion, take comfort in the mourning rituals that your faith defines. Meditating or praying can also bring you a sense of peace. If you are not religious but find peace walking through the woods or sitting on the beach, do these things. Perhaps the bonds of family are what you have faith in. Draw strength from the beautiful things that you believe in or love.

SUMMARY:
Look to family members and friends for support. Join a support group. Speak with a grief counselor or therapist. Find comfort in the things you believe in.