A compression shirt is a great choice for your base layer. It’s a tight shirt that clings to your body while wicking away sweat. If you don’t have one, an old T-shirt works, but try to get one that fits you well. If it’s long and loose, it’s going to get in the way while you skate. If you’re familiar with compression shorts, then you have an idea of what a compression shirt is like. These shirts are a little costly, but they handle sweat better than most T-shirts if you can afford them. Choose a T-shirt that adheres tightly to your body and ends at about your waste. If it’s a little long, you can tuck the excess length into your pants. Use hockey tape if needed to keep it pinned down. This piece of equipment is a little deceptive since it’s more like a chest protector a catcher would wear than anything else. It has a hole in the top you fit your head through. When you’re in, rest the shoulder caps on top of your shoulders. Finish up by tightening the straps around your upper arms and armpits.  The shoulder pad caps are similar to the knee caps on your shin guards. Center them on your shoulders. If they feel loose or uncomfortable, adjust them before moving on to the next piece of equipment. Test the pads by lifting your hands above your head. Make sure you’re able to move freely without the pads digging into your skin. Goalies have extra-thick padding that is put on the same way as regular shoulder pads. Many goalie shoulder and chest pads have elbow pads and neck protectors built in so you don’t need to put on separate ones. Elbow pads aren’t too tough to figure out as long as you remember that the padded side covers your elbow. Hold your arm out and fit your elbow into the cap on the pad. Let your forearm rest on the forearm pad above it. Then, wrap the velcro straps around your arm to secure the pads in place.  Keep in mind that there is such a thing as left and right elbow pads. Tell them apart by determining which pad protects the outside edge of your arm. If the pad faces away from your body, it is on the correct arm. Test the fit by flexing your arm a few times. If you can’t move your arm very well, loosen the pads a little. Oversized pads can also limit your movement. Neck guards are kind of like padded bibs that fit over the area underneath your chin. Face the padded part out so the strap is behind your neck. Then, wrap the strap over to pin it to the velcro on the neck band. Tuck the end of the neck guard underneath your shoulder pads to finish putting it on.  Some types of compression shirts and athletic underwear have built-in neck guards. It’s no different than a collar on a dress shirt. If you have a built-in neck guard, you don’t need to wear a separate one. Neck guards are becoming more and more common in hockey. Consider getting one even if your league doesn’t require you to. Don’t risk taking a skate to your neck. It’s no different than putting on your shoulder pads. Jerseys aren’t there for protection, so focus on the fit. A good jersey is the perfect size to fit comfortably over you without restricting your movements. Most jerseys are a little bigger than they need to be, so tuck the fabric into your pads to hold it in place. If the jersey is too small, it will feel tight and confining against your pads. If it’s too big, it’s like a curtain caught in the wind. It gets in the way and serves as a target for some sneaky defenders to grab onto when the ref isn’t looking.
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One-sentence summary -- Wear a compression shirt or T-shirt underneath your gear. Pull the shoulder pads on over your head. Strap elbow pads over your forearms. Wrap a neck guard around your neck if your shirt doesn’t have one. Pull your jersey down over your head.


Instead, mix ingredients in a bowl and put in the freezer. Fill glass half full with slush and fill rest of way with 7-Up (fizzy lemonade).
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One-sentence summary -- Pour mixed ingredients into an ice cream maker. Stir occasionally until slushed. Skip step one if you don't have an ice cream maker. Serve.


You may be offered the job directly on the phone. If not, you might be asked to call back. It's best to call the hiring manager responsible for interviewing you. You can go ahead and let them know that you intend to accept the offer, or have questions answered first before accepting.  Don't leave a voice message indicating your acceptance of the job offer. If the hiring manager isn't present, leave a voice message indicating you'd like to talk to them about the job offer. Remember to be professional over the phone so you're leaving the hiring manager with a good impression. It’s important to express your gratitude for the opportunity. Let them know how excited or thrilled you are to have been offered the position. If you aren’t ready to say yes at this point in the call, expressing appreciation is vague enough to let them know you’re interested without committing before questions have been answered. If you still need more time to think about things, say thank you and let them know you'd like to give the job some more thought. While you're on the phone, agree to a timeframe for when you'll need to let them know your answer by. Once you’ve had all of your questions answered, ask for the details of this conversation to be sent to you in writing. Ask them to write down the salary, benefits, start, and start dates that were discussed during the phone call. That doesn’t show your potential employer that you don’t trust them. It’s just a way to protect yourself in case the employer goes back on their word. It’s especially important to know this if you currently have a job that you need to give notice to. You can ask for a later start date if the date given doesn’t work for you. Don’t push it too much, though.
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One-sentence summary -- Accept the offer over the phone first. Express your appreciation. Ask for a written letter. Ask about the start date.


There are lots of different ways to tell a girl that she's beautiful and they don't always mean just saying "You're beautiful" to some girl. Anyone can do that. If you want to stand out, you've got to get a little creative. Choose how you want to deliver the compliment. Do you want to talk to the girl in person, or do you want to do something like write her a letter or text her telling her about how beautiful you think she is. Writing a letter is fun and old-fashioned and something very few people do nowadays. She'll definitely remember a letter telling her she's beautiful. Instead of just telling her she's beautiful, accompany it with an action. This could be as simple as giving her a flower (or an origami flower) or small, individual token when you give her the compliment. You could give her a small item and say 'I just wanted to make sure you know how beautiful you are.' Just saying "You're beautiful" is very vague. What about her do you find beautiful? Does she have gorgeous green eyes or long, thick curly hair? You should also consider inner and outer beauty. Instead of telling how beautiful she looks, say something like "I love how you manage to light up an entire room just by being you." Just blurting out 'you're beautiful' to a girl probably isn't going to do much for her or you, especially if either of you are drunk. Telling a girl she's beautiful (if you're looking to do it properly) needs to be properly timed. Try to do it at an unusual time. Most girls have been told they're beautiful when they're all dressed up for a night out. Try telling her she's beautiful just after she's come back from the gym, or when she's not wearing any make-up. It'll feel more meaningful and sincere.
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Choose the right means. Link it with an action. Consider what you want to highlight with your compliment. Pick the right time.