Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Let your unique characteristics shine. Be authentic. Give the person a compliment. Do something unusual. Listen intently. Try a hook. Pick interesting topics.

Answer: Whether you like bold glasses or own 20 cats, it's the things that make you unique that make you memorable. Don't be afraid to show that side to the person you want to dream about you. That is, don't hide your opinion or thoughts. Being who you really are will help you stand out. For instance, if the person you are trying to get to notice you asks you what movie you like, don't just say, "Oh, you know, comedies." Be specific: "I really liked the latest Star Trek movie. I know a lot of Trekkies hated it, but I loved the story line." People like being told nice things about themselves, and you will increase your chances of being memorable if you do compliment someone. To stick in someone's mind, you need to stand out from the crowd. Therefore, you need to do things out of the norm. Wear a silly hat around the person. Bake a cake for him or her. Do something that makes him or her remember you in particular. One way to show you are interested in a person is to listen intently. You show you genuinely care about what the person thinks or says. Because this quality is rare, it will help you stand out. If you're just meeting a person, give them a memorable piece of information about yourself. The best kinds of hooks are funny. For instance, say you're meeting a friend of your sister at a gathering in Arizona. You could say, "Hi, I'm Carrie's sister from Oklahoma. I tried to leave the tornadoes behind, though." When starting up a conversation, move away from questions about the person's job or the weather. Instead, try more interesting topics, such as a local play that's running or a great book you just read.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Plant the hollyhocks outdoors in the spring. Choose a sunny garden location. Pick a spot that's sheltered from the wind. Look for an area where the soil stays moist but drains well. Enrich the soil with organic compost if needed. Space plants 12 to 24 in (30 to 61 cm) apart when transplanting them. Give each transplant or seed a good initial watering. Surround each plant with 2 to 3 inches (5.1 to 7.6 cm) of organic mulch.

Answer: Wait until after all signs of frost have passed, and average soil temperatures are at least 50 °F (10 °C).  Alternatively, you can sow the hollyhock seeds directly in the ground at this time (0.25 to 0.5 in (0.64 to 1.27 cm) deep) if you did not start the plants indoors. Test the ground temperature with a soil thermometer by sticking it roughly 5 to 6 inches (13 to 15 cm) into the ground (according to its instructions), or simply estimate the soil temperature according to a growing guide for your local area. Hollyhocks can be grown in a number of climates and environments. That said, your plants are more likely to thrive if your garden provides them with at least 6 hours of daily sunlight. Hollyhocks can tolerate partial shade as long as they get at least 6 hours of sun daily, but the flowers may be smaller and the colors not as vibrant. Because hollyhocks grow so tall, they tower above many garden flowers, making them more vulnerable to winds and precipitation. Plant them near a wall, tucked into a corner of fencing, or in a garden with other flowers of similar height. Keep an eye on your potential growing spot after a decent rain shower. If the soil remains moist more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep (check with your finger) the next day, but isn't muddy or puddled with water, it will be okay for hollyhocks. Hollyhocks do best when grown in nutrient-rich soil. Consider mixing in organic compost and/or aged manure to enhance the nutrient level in your planting area. Hollyhocks are fairly tolerant in regards to soil pH, and can thrive in conditions ranging from 6.0 to 8.0. But you still may want to test your soil and amend its pH if necessary. If they are a particularly tall variety, you may even want to go with 18 to 36 in (46 to 91 cm) spacing. Transplant seedlings with the soil surrounding their roots, at a depth that puts this transplanted soil either level with or just slightly above the existing garden soil. If you’re direct sowing seeds into the soil, plant the seeds 3 to 6 in (7.6 to 15.2 cm) apart and 0.25 to 0.5 in (0.64 to 1.27 cm) deep, and thin the seedlings to the larger spacing of your choice. You don't need to drown them, however. Just make sure the ground is moistened to a depth greater than 1 inch (2.5 cm). Use your finger to test it. The mulch helps to keep the soil moist, provides a weed barrier, and creates an environment for seeds to burrow into in the fall for spring germination.  You can make organic mulch out of shredded leaves and yard trimmings, or buy it at any garden center. Spread the mulch evenly around the base of the plant — don’t pile it up against the stalk.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Pick the right notebook. Create an index. Make your future log. Write the name of the next six months in each section. Add a monthly log. Update your index. Add a daily log.

Answer:
You do not need a fancy notebook to bullet journal. Simply select a notebook that you can easily transport from place-to-place. Moleskin notebooks work well. A decorative notebook, or one with existing sections, is not necessary for bullet journaling as you'll be organizing the notebook yourself.  You can personalize the notebook a bit, however. For example, if you love the color blue, invest in a blue notebook. You don't have to stick to lined notebooks. You could work with dotted notebooks, grid notebooks, and blank notebooks! It's all up to you! You will be writing numbers on each page of your journal. Your index will help you track which sections fall on which pages. The first blank spread, meaning the first two blank pages that fall side by side, will be your index. To start, all you have to do is write "Index" on the top of both pages. You can write in pen or pencil, and your chosen color. A pen may show up better, however, and darker colors are generally easier to read. Flip to the next blank spread in your journal. This will be your future log. Your future log is a way of getting a bird's eye view of tasks you need to complete within the next six months. It will include a month-by-month breakdown of events, tasks, and goals. To start, count the number of lines and divide that by three. For example, if each page has 24 lines make three sections on each page of eight lines each. Use a ruler to draw three straight lines across the spread, diving it into three equal sections on each page. For example, if you're starting your bullet journal for the new year, you would write, "January" in the first box, then "February," and so on. Write page numbers on the corners of each page. As your future log is your first section, the page numbers should be one and two. Flip back to your index and write something like, "Future Log . . . 1-2." Flip to the next blank spread in your journal. This will be your monthly log. It gives you an overview of a given month. Start with the current month and write the name of this month on the top of both pages.  On the left page, write down every date of the month. After you finish, write down the abbreviation of the day of the week next to the number. For example, you would write "January 1st, Sun." On the right page, jot down your task list for the month. Using bullet points, make a list of all the goals you hope to complete, any bills you have to pay, and any deadlines you need to meet. For example, you would write things like "Pay the cable bill," and "Complete draft of term paper." When you're done, write page numbers on the corner of each page. Flip back to your index and add your monthly log to your index. For example, "January Monthly Log... 3-4." Flip to the next blank spread and write today's date on the top of the page. Use small bullet points to write down things you need to do that day, tasks you completed, and anything else of interest that occurred that day. Use as many lines as you need to log your daily activities. When the day ends, make a new entry the line below for the next day. A bullet journal is meant to be brief, so use short, simple sentences. For example, do not say, "Today, I called the vet to discuss the cat's vaccinations, including the rabies vaccines that is due." Instead, simply write, "Called vet to ask about cat's vaccinations. Rabies due."