In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: 1 balloon Duct tape Cake plate A medium-small box (size of a cake) Icing (make sure it’s thick and opaque) Sprinkles Friend who likes cake Real cake to say you’re sorry (optional) You can use any type of box for this, but something the size of a medium-small cake (roughly 9 inches by 9 inches) would be perfect. You’ll also want to make sure that the sides are high enough to hold in an inflated balloon. A huge sheet-cake-sized box could also work but isn’t ideal, as it would just require more balloons and more icing. Inflate a balloon large enough that it fills the box as much as possible without distorting the sides of the box. Once the balloon is in the box, use some duct tape to secure it there — 1 strip of tape vertically and 1 horizontally should be fine, but you can use more if you think you need to.  You can also use painting tape or electrical tape if you don’t have duct tape. Just don’t use Scotch tape, as this will be too thin and not sticky enough to properly hold in the balloon. You want to use enough tape that the balloon sits firmly in the box and doesn’t move around when you touch it. You’ll want to do this before you begin icing the “cake” so that you don’t make a mess on your counter — also, it will be easier to transport once it’s iced. Use a spatula to cover the balloon and box with icing. You want to cover the entire thing so that it looks like a cake. Make sure the icing is thick and opaque — you don’t wan it to be runny or see-through, or it’ll be easier to tell what’s underneath it. Do whatever else you want to do to make the cake look extra tasty and alluring. You might even write your friend’s name on it with icing. Your friend will probably be pretty excited to get a cake. If it’s not their birthday, you’ll need to find some other convincing reason for offering them cake. For example, if you’re having a movie night, you could say that you were bored at home and felt like making some cake. If you do this, you can’t push them to eat it otherwise they might know something’s up. You’ll have to wait for them to want the cake and cut it. If your friend is excited about the cake, he/she will probably want it right away. Make sure he/she’s the one to cut it, but don’t act too obvious about wanting them too. You can just hand them the knife and say you’ll get plates. If your friend doesn’t seem to want the cake, you can ask them to cut you a slice, but this might be more obvious. If they go into the kitchen to get themselves a drink, you could say, “Hey do you mind cutting me a piece of that cake?” and then act like you’re busy on your phone. When your friend cuts the cake, he/she’ll likely scream when it pops loudly. This is when you laugh, and hopefully he/she will laugh too. Getting a balloon cake isn’t as funny as giving one. If you give someone a balloon cake, make it up to them by giving them a real one afterwards. At the very least, give them a cupcake!
Summary: Gather your materials: Cut the top off a box. Inflate a balloon. Place the balloon in the box and tape it in. Place the balloon-box on a cake plate. Ice the balloon and box. Add sprinkles and any other decorations. Give the cake to your friend. Have them cut the cake. Laugh hysterically. Apologize and give them a real cake (optional but recommended).

Squirrels can jump directly from the branches to your roof. Cut back branches that hang over your roof, along with any that come within 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 m) of your house to help keep them away.  Just trim off enough of the branch that the squirrel can't make the jump anymore. Use a hand saw or pruning shears. Always play it safe when climbing a ladder. Make sure the ladder is sturdy and sitting on a stable surface. If you can, ask someone to hold the ladder while you climb it. If the trim limbs are near power lines, call the power company or a professional to deal with them. Typically, you fit the square metal mesh bottom over the top of your chimney with the cage coming down the sides. Then, you can screw in the 4 screws onto the sides, which will go directly into the tile or stone of your flue. The cap on top and metal mesh on the sides will keep squirrels out.  Squirrels can come in through your fireplace. Pick a cover made of stainless steel mesh. It'll keep the squirrels and other animals out, but you can still use your chimney.  You can find these at home improvement stores. Some require that you screw the metal mesh down into the stone from above. Squirrels can burrow their way into your house through small areas. Go up during the day so you can see sunlight shining through. Fill the holes with metal mesh to block their entry. You can nail or staple the edges into place on the inside or outside of the hole. Be sure to look outside, too. Check under the eaves to see if you can find any holes. Once you cover the areas, add an extra layer of protection by using a repellent. Try one that has capsaicin in it, for instance. This chemical is the one that makes peppers hot, and squirrels don't like it! You can also use predator urine as a deterrent in your yard and around your home. However, this can smell pretty bad, so typically, you'd only use it in your garden, not around your house. You can buy it at home improvement stores.
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One-sentence summary -- Trim branches that hang close to your roof and chimney. Install a chimney cap if you have a fireplace. Go over your attic space to look for entry points. Spray a repellent around any holes you find.

Problem: Article: Stress releases hormones like cortisol that can make you hungrier and can cause cravings for sugary, high-fat foods. Your fast and weight loss goals can cause stress, leading to an increase in cortisol. Try relaxation strategies such as deep breathing, meditation, yoga, or a hobby to help you lower your stress.  Try coloring. Go for a stroll in nature. Journal your thoughts. Read a book. Talk things out with a friend. Listen to calming music. Snuggle with a pet or family member. If you spend time around food, you’ll think about it for the rest of the day. For example, avoid going out to lunch with friends while you're fasting. Similarly, tuning into a TV show about baking will spark cravings. Replace activities that revolve around food with other activities that will occupy your mind.  Focus on your faith through prayer, reflection, reading your Quran, and attending religious services. Play a game with friends, such as a board game. Read a book. Ask to hold your work meetings in the boardroom or in someone’s office. A goal of Ramadan is to be charitable and think of others, so volunteer to help those in the community. You can help a nonprofit, support people through your mosque, or visit those in need.  Make meals for others. Visit with the sick. Donate your skills to a charity. Bring items that you no longer use to those who are in need. Ramadan is a holy holiday, so it makes sense to spend plenty of time in prayer. You can also use prayer as a way to keep your mind off food while deepening your faith.  If you start to think about food, turn your thoughts to prayer. Consider keeping a prayer on you to read when your thoughts are muddled. This way you can still engage in prayer even if you’re feeling distracted. You are encouraged to read your Quran during Ramadan, and doing so can help you remember why you are celebrating Ramadan. Instead of your thoughts being consumed with your desire to eat before fasting begins again at sunrise, you can reflect on the teachings and your beliefs.
Summary:
Try relaxation strategies to minimize stress. Avoid food related activities, places, and TV programs. Volunteer to help others. Spend more time in prayer. Read your Quran instead of overindulging after sundown.