Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Search for online Down syndrome parenting support groups. Seek out local parenting support groups for Down syndrome families.

Answer: Many online discussion forums and support chat rooms can be an excellent starting point for learning how other families have coped with and adjusted to life with a child with Down syndrome. Take advantage of the chance to ask questions and share your concerns without fear of judgment or awkwardness. Other visitors to these sites are often experiencing (or have already experienced) the same emotions as you and will be glad of your participation. Once you are ready for in-person meetings, local support groups for families raising children with Down syndrome can be invaluable resources. Not only can these groups offer friendship and support, they can also give pointers about physicians, education, activities, planning, babysitters, and other essential aspects of life with a child with Down syndrome.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Use nouns and verbs. Narrow down word count. Allow your title to have multiple meanings. Run your title by other people.

Answer: Specific nouns and actionable verbs which are more specific. Both will make your title sharper and more creative. Look at your favorite titles from your list and pick a few that really stand out to you. Now see where you can get more specific. Toy around with replacing generic nouns like “boy” “girl” “town”, etc. with specific ones. What is the name of the boy, girl, or town? Can you replace a word with a more specific one that provides further details? Take for example “The Scarlet Letter”. The use of “scarlet” is much more interesting than simply “red”. “The Red Letter” sounds fine, but by getting more specific with what shade of red, you add a finer point of detail that makes your title stand out. Sometimes long titles are extremely intriguing and inventive. However, it can be harder to have a good book title if it is longer. “The Hundred-Year-Old Man who Climbed out of the Window and Disappeared” is a long title that works because it manages to be a story in itself without divulging the story of the book very much. On the other end of the spectrum, “Dracula” is one word that tells you everything you need to know.  The length of your title is subjective, but aiming for a shorter book title may be easier to do. A more traditional, and often successful strategy is to use two or three word titles in an “adjective + noun” or “noun + of + noun” formula. Titles like “Game of Thrones”, “Lord of the Flies”, and “My Sister’s Keeper” use this strategy. Additionally, think about searchability for your book if you are publishing it, especially online. You not only want your title to be memorable, but you want it to be easy to type into a search on both a computer and mobile device. Nonfiction and more academic works can get away with having a longer title due to the nature of the book’s contents. “The General Theory of Employment, Interest, and Money” needs to be longer to adequately describe all of the contents held within. Play with contrasts, moods, and vivid language. A great book, and title make readers think about what the title truly means. The title has one meaning before someone has read the book, and another after, when that reader has gained the knowledge and insight from within the pages.  Going back to “The Great Gatsby”; once you know the story, the title gains another meaning. Gatsby, to the outside world, is a great and mysterious individual. After reading the book, “great” takes on a new meaning. There’s an irony and contrast in the title. Gatsby isn’t truly a great man. Gatsby has risen to the status of greatness through dishonest means. Gatsby’s life is a sham, and the only thing “great” about the man is the story people tell. A third meaning to the title comes from Gatsby’s most redeemable character motivation, love. While Gatsby has lied, and is pretending to be someone else, the character acts out of love for Daisy. In this way, Gatsby is “great”.  Not only does the title “The Great Gatsby” tell you who a main character is, what the book is about, and provide multiple meanings, but it is also succinct. When writing your title, try to incorporate as many of these elements as you can. Once you have a title you like, step away from it for a while and ask others for an outside opinion. Another perspective may be just what you need to perfect your title.  Give people a quick synopses of your story and ask for feedback on your title. Ask these people if the title is intriguing. Does it make sense? Is it too short or too long? After you step away from your title for a while, you can go back to it with fresh eyes. Read over your work again and compare it to your title. You may find you have thought of something else in the meantime.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Clear out any nesting areas present around your roof. Remove intended and unintended food sources causing the birds to stay. Spray nearby plants with methyl anthranilate to keep birds away. Trap birds that keep coming back.

Answer: Often, birds stay in a specific area because they’ve created a nest there. This may be a traditional nest, formed by a bird out of twigs, mud, and other objects, or a nesting area they visit for warmth and shelter. To get a bird to leave, you’ll need to find its nest and either remove it or block the area from reentry. Before removing a nest, check any local or national animal conservation laws. For example, in the US it is illegal to disturb a nest that has chicks or eggs in it. In many cases, birds stay in a specific area because it gives them ample access to food. The source may be intentional, such as when people give pigeons leftover bread, or unintentional, like when you throw away crumbs outside or leave your garbage can open. Until you remove these sources of food, the fowls may refuse to leave. Methyl anthranilate is an eco-friendly product that, when applied to plants, makes them taste and smell bad to birds. To use the product, purchase a solution from a pest control or garden supply store and, if necessary, pour it into a spritzing bottle. Then, spray it over your plants.  After the first application, you should see birds disappear from the area since a major source of food is now gone. Some brands of methyl anthranilate advertise themselves explicitly as goose repellent. Methyl anthranilate should not make food taste bad to humans. If a bird returns in spite of your best deterrent efforts, try trapping and physically moving it to a forest or wildlife preserve. Before placing a trap, set out bread, berries, or similar food items for a few days in a row, conditioning the birds to take bait. Then, set your chosen food item in 1 of the following traps and wait for a bird to get captured:  A bob trap, in which a bird goes through a gate that closes behind it. A funnel trap, where a bird walks through a large opening that has spikes on the other end, preventing escape.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Refrigerate your flaxseed for up to a year. Freeze unused flaxseed to extend its shelf life to over a year. Grind only as much as you plan on using right away. Protect ground flaxseed from prolonged exposure. Check the freshness of your flaxseed before using it.

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The refrigerator’s dark, temperature-regulated conditions make it the perfect means of preserving freshly-opened flaxseed. Inside, the grains will be protected from heat and light, both of which can cause them to spoil prematurely. Best of all, almost any type of storage container can easily go into the fridge, provided it’s the right size.  Whenever possible, the refrigerator should be your first choice for putting away flaxseed. Refrigerated flaxseed has the potential to last 6 whole months longer than flaxseed stored at room temperature. If refrigerator space is limited, just look a few feet higher. Stashing your flaxseed in the freezer is a wise move if you know you’re not going to get around to using it for a while, or you prefer to buy it in bulk. It will stay good for a year or longer past its listed expiration date, since the surrounding temperature is so low. There’s no need to thaw frozen flaxseed prior to grinding it or adding it to food. Hold off on processing your whole flaxseed until you’re ready to sprinkle some into a green smoothie or bowl or oats. Then, measure out the desired amount and return the rest to the pantry or refrigerator. It may be a little tedious, but it will greatly increase the lifespan of your supply. Freezing ground flaxseed may keep it fresh for as long as 3 months. Even so, the sooner you put it to use, the better. Anytime you’re grinding flaxseed, add it to your food or transfer it to its intended storage container without delay. The longer it remains out, the more likely it is to take on moisture. Even relatively dry air can kick off oxidation and lead to spoilage.  Avoid grinding or opening a container of ground flaxseed in a steamy kitchen. Always reseal your storage container and return it to the refrigerator or freezer as soon as you’re finished portioning. When flaxseed spoils, the fatty acids deteriorate, causing it to take on a rancid odor. Open up the container and give the flaxseed a whiff to make sure it’s okay to eat. If it smells questionable, it’s probably best to throw it away and spring for a new batch.  By contrast, fresh flaxseed will have a mild, nutty scent. Consuming spoiled flaxseed isn’t dangerous, but it may have an unpleasant taste or cause minor digestive issues.