Only you know how much of your time and yourself you can give to caregiving. That means it's important for you to set limits with yourself. You also need to express those limits with doctors, nurses, and other caregivers, so they're aware of when you will and when you won't be there. In a time when things seem out of control, you may neglect to focus on good eating habits. You may not eat much, or you may end up eating junk food. Both of those put a strain on you. Try to eat as healthy as you can, even if you have to order food in sometimes or rely on simple meals like salads. Remember to include lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, and veggies in your diet. Sleep can also be difficult when you're caring for a loved one. You may be too worried to sleep at times, or the task of caregiving may interrupt your sleep. However, try to get as much as you can, aiming for a regular 7 to 9 hours a day, even if you have to do it in smaller chunks. Not getting enough sleep can put a strain on your health, plus it will make you less effective as a caregiver. Exercising will also help you maintain your health while you're caring for a loved one. As an added bonus, it can reduce your stress level. However, it can be difficult when you are caregiving, so you'll need to find ways to work it into your schedule.  For instance, maybe you can take a short walk a couple of times a day. You could also do yoga at home or try jumping rope. You could also ask someone to come sit with your loved one while you take an hour or so to go exercise. That way, you get a much-needed break, plus the exercise you need. It can be easy to overlook signs of health problems in yourself when you’re caring for someone else. However, if you become sick, you won't be able to help your loved one, so it's best to stay on top of health problems. In fact, the best plan is to maintain your regular doctor's visits and dental checkups to make sure you're in good health.

Summary: Set limits. Eat well. Try to get enough sleep. Take time to exercise. Don't neglect signs of illness in yourself.


Make sure it is longer than your height from head to toe and wide enough to wrap completely around yourself with a good amount of extra space. . Measure your fit against a comfy pair of sweats and a hoodie. Fold them lengthwise and cut on your folded fabric, leaving about 1.5 in (4 cm) for seam allowance, then flip them and repeat to cut out the back of your onesie. Sew on your zipper, then cut out and sew on your sleeves. Fold your sweatshirt in half on an unused, folded section of your fleece. Trace it or pin it in place, then cut around it, leaving about 1.5 in (4 cm) for seam allowance. Sew the two pieces together on the curved edge. Open the hood and pin its bottom portion to the back collar of the onesie. Sew it into place. Choose a complementary felt color, such as pink for a white or gray costume, or white for a pink costume. Measure yourself from chest to waist, then cut out an oval of that length. Cut it in half, then use a sewing machine or fabric glue to affix the pieces to either side of your zipper. Cut out two long ear-shaped pieces of matching felt, then two smaller inner ear pieces out of your complementary color. Glue or sew the inner ears onto the bigger ones. For floppy ears, simply glue or sew your felt pieces directly onto your hood. For ears that stand up, attach pipe cleaners or thin wires to the back of the ears, following the edge of the felt. Glue or sew a strip of felt over the wire or pipe cleaners to hide them, then attach the ears. To add the finishing touch to your bunny onesie, use handful of small white cotton balls, one large cotton ball, or a bunched-up feather boa that matches your chest piece and the insides of your ears. Attach it to the back of your costume using fabric glue and let it dry overnight. For added security, clip it on with a few safety pins once it's dried.

Summary: Start with a large cut of pink, white or gray fleece fabric, or a fleece blanket. Make your onesie Cut and sew your hood. Make a chest piece. Add a pair of bunny ears to your hood. Make a bunny tail.


Remove the rail bolts with a socket wrench and detach them from the table. If two lengths of rail are connected at a corner, you may need to flip them over before you detach them gently. Carefully flip the table over and unbolt the legs. Do not attempt to disassemble the rest of the table without professional help, since removing the coin-operated mechanism can make reassembly difficult or impossible. Some Valley Dynamo coin-operated tables have a metal trim covering the rail bolts. Remove the screws holding the trim in place, slide the trim toward the corner, then lift them up and out. Most tables with a ball return system are also coin-operated, but some tables from the 1970's or '80's have a simpler mechanism. In some models, removing the mechanism without damaging the table is difficult. Unless you have a manual for your model, leave the ball return mechanism attached during transport. You can usually disassemble the rest of the table as described in the standard slate table instructions. If your pool table surface is made from fiberboard (MDF), wood, or any other non-slate material, it is most likely a low-cost "disposable" table. These are not usually meant to be disassembled, not even by a professional. Transport the table in one piece. Some of these tables have folding legs to make transport easier.
Summary: Remove only the rails and legs from a coin-operated table. Use caution with ball return systems. Transport non-slate tables in one piece.