Write an article based on this "Start with the basics. Buy investment pieces. Look for high-quality, stain-resistant fabrics. Look for cushions made of wrapped foam. Test the strength of the frame. Coordinate your pieces. Know your themes. Opt for a loveseat instead of a sofa if you have a smaller space. Fill the room in with additional pieces as space allows."
article: Most living rooms contain a sofa, armchair, side table, and coffee table. Look for these basic elements before adding extra pieces such as ottomans and additional tables. Look for solid furniture with sturdy wood frames and sinuous steel springs. High-quality pieces may cost a little more, but they tend to hold up better and last longer. Luxurious, high-quality materials will keep you feeling more comfortable and tend to last longer than cheaper fabrics. Stain-resistant fabrics are especially useful if you have young children, but they might still be a good idea even if you only plan on using the space for guests since spills and stains can happen to anyone. Foam is comfortable and durable. Some cushions may be filled with down, but down usually breaks and wears quickly. Lift one leg of the piece about six inches (15 centimeters) off the floor. If the adjacent leg has not risen as well, the frame is too flexible and too flimsy. Each piece of furniture in your living room should complement the others. Otherwise, your room will look chaotic and thrown together. If you have an interior design theme, such as modern or traditional, stick with pieces that fit with your theme. There are a number of ways to divide up interior design themes, but the main ones often include modern, contemporary, traditional, casual, and Old World.  Modern and contemporary furniture has sleek, clean lines and usually makes use of white, beige, or other neutral colors. Glass, metal, and shiny black lacquer are used more often than traditional woods. Traditional furniture is elegant. It tends to look a little more formal and may include details like rolled arms and skirted bottoms. Colors range from ivory to rich hues of red and other colors. Casual furniture is friendly and cozy. Many pieces make use of plaid, small prints, and other patterns. Old World furniture combines styles from French, Spanish, and Italian designs. Rustic, antique pieces are especially appropriate, and you should look for deep, earthy colors. Loveseats typically provide seating for two individuals. If you have a small family or only intend to use the space for entertaining an occasional guest, a loveseat could save you space while providing you with as much as you need. Chests, flat-top ottomans, and extra tables or seating can add a lot to a large living room, but too many of these pieces will crowd out a smaller space.

Write an article based on this "Visit the venue before the wedding. Be mindful of timing. Be aware of problematic wedding guests. Be friendly. Don’t forget to photograph the details. Back up your work. Carry spare equipment. Take care of your body."
article: Visiting the venue prior to the wedding will allow you to get your bearings. Take some test shots to see how the lighting looks, and look for any especially picturesque spots. You should also attend the rehearsal dinner, if possible. This will help prepare you for the big day, and gives you another opportunity to get some great shots. Sometimes, you’ll need to move things along to make sure the wedding stays on schedule. If the family wants to take endless photos before the reception, but there simply isn’t enough time, it’s alright to kindly tell them so. Say something like, “We’ve already taken a lot of photos, and I think they turned out well, but now it’s time for the couple to head to the reception.” Known as “Uncle Bobs” in the industry, these are guests who threaten to ruin wedding photos by standing in the way, often holding Ipads or cameras of their own. If such a guest is in the way of one of your shots, politely ask them to move. Try saying something like, “Can you please move a bit to the side? I can’t see the bride, and I want these photos to turn out well for the couple. Thank you!” You’ll get the best photos when people feel relaxed around you. Be friendly and warm. Strike up conversations with the wedding guests. You’ll be rewarded with more natural-looking photos. While your photos should focus on the people at the wedding, don’t forget to photograph the little details, like a champagne glass on a table, or the wedding cake. While they may be small, these details can make a huge difference. Always back up your photos on another disc drive. This will ensure you don’t lose all of your hard work, and will give you peace of mind. Bring extra cameras and lenses on your trip. If anything goes wrong with your primary camera on the wedding day, you’ll need to be prepared. The job of a wedding photographer can be pretty physically demanding. You might be carrying up to twelve pounds of photography gear for eight to ten hours on the wedding day. Wear comfortable shoes on the job, and see a doctor for any aches and pains. You might need to hire a helper to carry some of your gear.

Write an article based on this "Make her some Mother’s Day coupons. Create a personalized Mother’s Day card. Write her a poem. Bring her breakfast in bed. Pick her a bundle of wildflowers. Bake her cupcakes or a cake."
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A coupon booklet includes things you mother can “redeem” later. These can be personal coupons, housework coupons, or anything else our mom might need help with! Look for good suggestions online, and tailor them to any inside jokes or common things your mother requests from you.  For example, if your mom is always asking for help in the kitchen, your coupon booklet could include info like “Wash the dishes without being asked” or “Make dinner when you’re tired.” If your mother hates doing yard work, your coupon booklet could include “Mow the lawn” or “Clean out the old shed.” For a coupon booklet that’s less about doing “chores” and more about bonding with your mother, prioritize coupons like “Watch your favorite TV show instead of mine” or “Good for 1 backrub.” To make a Mother’s Day card, take printer paper or colored paper and fold it in half. Decorate the front with stickers, hand-made drawings, hearts, and other sweet things, and fill the inside with a note to your mom about how special she is. Make sure you sign the card! Your poem to your mom can be an elaborate form-based poem like the sonnet, or something a simple and short poem like the haiku. Focus on things she does or says that you love and value, and write from the heart. If you live with your mother, or live close by, prepare her favorite breakfast before she wakes up. Then, gently knock on her door to surprise her with a tray of food!  Don’t forget to include a cup of her favorite juice or milk. Make sure to wake up early enough that you can make and serve the breakfast before she gets up! You don’t need to get your mother a fancy bouquet to make her Mother’s Day special. A bundle of flowers that you pick yourself from your backyard or nearby park can be just as precious! If your mother has a sweet tooth, get out the cupcake tray or cake batter and make her something special. You can even put icing on it or write her name on the cake to make it clear that this is for her on her special day!