In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Not every shot in cricket can be a scoring shot. When a ball is well bowled, use a forward defensive shot to avoid being called out. Having a solid defense is a crucial part of being a good batsman.  Lean your head and front shoulder forward. Take a step with the front foot while keeping the back leg straight.  Swing the bat downward and contact the ball as it passes below the eyes. Keep the bat angled so the face is toward the ground. The bat should end up slightly ahead of your front leg and close the side of the pad. Do not follow through. Keep the heel of your back foot off the ground and hold the position to have the best chance to block the ball. This shot is usually played when a full delivery on middle or off stump. It is one of the most common shots and usually the first one learned by cricket players. Depending on the direction the ball travels, this shot can be referred to as a cover drive, off drive, straight drive, on drive, or square drive.  Lean forward and step with your front foot. Bend your front knee. This will give you a solid base for the shot. Your head should ahead or level with the front knee and your back foot should be up on the toe during the swing. Swing the bat straight and contact the ball when it is below the eyes. Keep your wrists relaxed and the bat angled to keep the drive low. Follow through should continue on a straight path so that the bat face is toward the sky. This shot is great to use against spinners. When you see a low-bouncing ball on the legside, go to the sweep shot.  Lean your head and front shoulder forward. Stride with your front foot so the pad is in the path of the ball. Drop your back knee to the ground. Lift the bat to a high backswing then bring the bat down and across the body. Strike the ball in front of the pad. Roll your wrists slightly when you make contact to angle the ball downward. Follow through. Bring your hands around after striking the ball so they end up near your front shoulder with the bat held high in the air. This shot relies on the speed of the bowled ball as opposed to the power of the hitter. A front foot leg glance is best used to play balls delivered off to the leg side.  Lean forward with your head and front shoulder. Shift your weight to your front leg. Bring the bat straight through. Angle the bat face slightly toward your front leg during the stroke. Make contact in front of the front leg pad. Flick your top wrist to glance the shot downward. This shot relies on control and precision to deflect the ball as opposed to a powerful swing.
Summary: Play a forward defensive shot. Play a straight drive. Play a sweep shot. Play a front foot leg glance.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Fill your home with indoor plants to purify the air and increase oxygen in your space. If you have limited room, put plants in the rooms you use the most, like your bedroom and kitchen. If you have pets, research online before purchasing plants to make sure they’re non-toxic. All plants are good at boosting the oxygen in your home, but the following are very efficient:  Aloe English ivy Rubber tree Peace lily Philodendron Snake plant Spider plant Red-edged dracaena Golden pothos Though not scientifically proven, some believe that lamps made from pink Himalayan salt may help to purify the air. They emit a nice pink glow as well. This may not generate enough negative ions to change your environment, but it might help remove some of the toxins in the air around you. Candles made of beeswax don’t smoke when they’re lit, and they don’t release chemicals as they burn. Similar to salt lamps, these candles don’t release enough ions to purify the air completely. However, beeswax candles may be a healthier substitute for more common candles made of paraffin, which usually emit pollutants. You can purchase beeswax candles at your local health food store or online. Never let candles burn unattended.
Summary: Put plants in your home. Get a salt lamp. Burn beeswax candles.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: There’s a thin line between showing your interest and intruding. It’s important to navigate this process with tact to avoid causing any undue emotional stress to your half-siblings or yourself. If your initial contact is met with silence, should you keep trying or throw in the towel?  It may be smart to make several attempts just in case previous messages or emails were lost or went to a spam folder. However, if you don’t receive a reply after a few tries, this might be a sign that your half-siblings aren’t interested in meeting you. Even if they do seem interested initially, there’s still a possibility that the connection could fall flat. Try not to read too much into their interest early on to prevent feeling overly disappointment when they suddenly stop returning messages or calls. You made a brave decision to reach out to your half-siblings who don’t know you. You had no idea how you would be received, but you still took the initiative. It’s perfectly acceptable to feel angry, hurt, or disappointed. However, don’t allow these feelings to make you think any less of yourself.  Keep in mind that your half-siblings don’t actually know you. Therefore, their rejection is likely related to their own fear or surprise of your existence than any concerns about who you are as a person. If you have loved ones that value your presence in their lives, cherish their relationships. And, tell yourself, “It’s their loss.” Keep in mind that even if they are not ready for contact now, they might be ready for contact down the road. Make sure that they have your contact information and that they know the door is still open if they want to contact you later on. Despite understanding that the rejection wasn’t personal, you still might be deeply affected by it. Seeing a professional during this time can help you come to terms with this loss and move on with your life. Perhaps you are an only child who just learned that you had siblings, and you’d hoped for a joyous first meeting that led to deep and lasting bonds. Or, perhaps you’ve just suffered the loss of a parent and needed someone to mourn with. Consult with a professional counselor who can help you sort through your feelings and cope with the rejection.
Summary:
Decide if you should be persistent or give up. Feel your feelings, but don’t take  rejection personally. Talk to a  counselor.