Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Take notes and use a stopwatch. Watch for the mare's water to break. Cut the chorioallantois membrane if it appears. Look for the foal's hooves, pointed downward. Call an equine vet if something goes wrong.

Answer: When your adrenaline is pumping, you aren't as good at judging time. With a stopwatch, you can accurately time the progression of labor, which you may need to know later for your vet if something goes wrong.  Taking notes ensures you remember everything that happened instead of relying on memory and is useful information to tell a veterinarian. Typically, the horse will be laying down on its side during this portion, though she might also roll around or stand up and lay back down. When it does, the mare enters stage 2 of labor. You'll need to be paying attention because it can look like urination if you're not watching closely, as it is just an eruption of liquid from the vulva. You may also see the membrane peeking out of the vulva right before it ruptures. Start timing when you see the mare's water break. It shouldn't take more than 30 minutes from the water breaking for the horse to give birth. If it does take longer, the mare probably has a complication. If nothing has happened after 15 minutes, you should call the vet. The amnion membrane should be white as it peeks out of the vulva. If it's red, that means it's the chorioallantois, and the foal isn't getting oxygen. You'll need to cut the end of the membrane so it ruptures and immediately call the vet since it is an emergency. With gloves on, use clean scissors or a knife to cut through the membrane. Just make a slit in it long enough to let the liquid out. It doesn't need to be neat or tidy. A foal should come out hooves first, shortly followed by the head. The hooves will be pointed downward in a normal birth. Make sure you can see 2 hooves or else one leg might be tucked back. If they're not, you'll need to call your veterinarian, as something is likely wrong, such as the baby is in the wrong position. Gently pull on the foal to help the horse give birth if you had to cut the red membrane. Firmly apply steady pressure and pull while the mare is pushing. Otherwise, let the horse do the work. If you see the red membrane first, call the vet immediately after cutting it. Similarly, if the hooves on the foal are pointed upward, you only see 1 hoof, or you see 2 hooves but not the head, call the vet as the baby is likely being born in the wrong position. Also call the vet if the labor doesn't seem to be progressing as it should.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Sing a section of the melody. Use call and response training. “Noodle” around on your instrument to improve your ear.

Answer: Though you may not have the most beautiful singing voice in the world, singing will help to improve your ear.  Your voice forms an important line between your instrument and the music you hear in your mind. If you can sing the intervals and chords of the song accurately, you will have an easier time identifying and playing them by ear. If you aren’t used to singing out loud, record yourself as you play a note on your instrument and then try to match your voice to it. Slide up or down on the scale until you can locate the note with your singing voice. Continue to do this with several other notes. Try to match the pitch of the note in your mind before singing it out loud. Don’t worry about notes that are too low or too high for you to sing well. Test your ear training by playing a note and then trying to sing it correctly. String several notes or sections of the song together and then try to play and sing it at the same time as one consistent melody. You can do this exercise alone or with a teacher or peer.  Your teacher or peer will play a section of the song. You can also record yourself playing a section of the song. You will then repeat the section of the song by listening to the person play or the recording of your playing. Your teacher will listen to your response and give you feedback to improve your playing. Keep doing call and response until you can play a section or sections of the song. Playing around or “noodling” on your instrument allows you to find sounds and patterns you like, especially when you’re just starting to learn how to play your instrument.  This will allow you to build an alphabet of fingering sequences, which are the building blocks of musical phrases and melodies. After enough “noodling”, you may be able to link together several fingering sequences and locate a tone you want to play in a sequence. While most music teachers may disapprove of playing around on your instrument, it is a great way to become familiar with tones and chords by ear, which you can then also recognize in popular songs and try to learn based on what your ear recognizes.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Have an inspector verify your work. Attend amateur aircraft groups and events. Take a ride in plane types you are interested in building. Connect with other builders to get more help.

Answer:
The EAA, for example, provides free inspections while you build your plane. It’s a good idea to have them come out several times during the building process. These inspections are meant to identify any issues with your work and building material that can prevent your plane from passing an official inspection.  EAA inspectors are fellow builders volunteering their time. The inspections are free. Find inspectors in your area at https://www.EAA.org/TechCounselors. Visit events hosted by groups such as the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA). The EAA hosts events such as the Air Venture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. These are places to network with kit manufacturers and fellow builders. Learn valuable craft skills while you’re there.  Organizations often hold workshops on building techniques, giving you a chance to experiment with wood and metal you might use on your plane. Visit these events and view organization websites online to gather more information. For example, go to https://www.eaa.org/en/eaa. Joining a local chapter of an aviation organization and going to events can get you in touch with other flyers. You may be able to take to the skies as a passenger in a variety of plane types. Experimenting this way can help you learn more about building planes and how you want yours to be built.  Try to ride in various plane types, such as wood, aluminum, and composite frames. Only licensed pilots with registered aircraft can take you on a flight. Many aircraft owners enjoy the building process as much as they do flying. Network with them when you attend events. Also search for building forums online. You can learn a lot about building and even find people willing to help you construct your plane. For example, try Wings Forum or the EAA forums.