In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Before you begin the cleaning process, back up your photos digitally. While proper cleaning minimizes the risk of damage, it does not completely eliminate it. Scan your photos onto your computer and save them before attempting to clean them.  If you don't have a scanner, stop by a local print shop and use one there. As old photos are delicate, you should never use generic cleaning supplies on them. You should use photograph emulsion cleaner and wipes specifically made for cleaning photographs only. These items can sometimes be difficult to find in stores, but should be easy to purchase online.  Emulsion cleaners and wipes are made from ingredients and materials safe to use on older photographs. They resemble normal cleaning wipes and spray cleaners, but use less harsh ingredients. Do not substitute cleaners. While getting specialized supplies is a hassle, it's worth the extra cost to avoid damaging your photographs. Before handling your photographs, put on a pair of clean editing gloves. Like other supplies for cleaning photographs, these can be purchased online. It's important to use editing gloves over generic gloves when cleaning photographs. Editing gloves are a type of glove designed to be used when working with film and photographs.
Summary: Scan digital images first. Use supplies specifically made for cleaning photographs. Put on editing gloves.

Many people feel awkward reaching out to a potential new friend. While making friends feels easy and natural in childhood or school, you often feel odd doing the same as an adult. Try to remember other people are as eager to make friends as you. Don't be shy about sending someone a text or making a phone call.  Don't feel like your friendship is unwanted if you have to initiate the first hang out. The other person may be shy or busy. Send a text or make a phone call asking the person to hang out. It can be something simple. For example, "Hey! We met at Julia's party last week. Do you want to get together for drinks this Friday like we talked about?" In adulthood, there are a lot of obligations. People do get busy with work, family, and other issues. If someone passes on an invitation, do not get discouraged. In all likelihood, it was not personal. The other person probably was genuinely busy.  Wait a week and text something like, "Hey! Too bad it didn't work out Friday. When are you free? I would love to get together." Don't get discouraged if it takes a while to form a solid plan. Many people are genuinely busy. The two of you may end up having conflicting schedules for a bit before you can start forming a friendship. Make plans centered around shared experiences. People tend to bond through sharing things. You're also likely to find more friends by pushing yourself to experience more out of life.  Experience things you both enjoy. If you met in a cooking class, for example, try cooking a meal together. If you met on a sports team, go for a hike. While sharing experiences, strive to meet new friends together. The two of you can be open to chatting up strangers in a bar or joining a few mutual friends for a dinner party. Just as you extend invitations, strive to accept them. You're more likely to meet new people and make new friends if you show up. You'll get invited out more if you're consistently the person who's always there and ready to have fun.  Try to say "Yes" as often as you can. If a friend invites you to coffee, go even if you have to tweak your schedule. If you want to make and find new friends, sometimes you have to make time for this. Make sure and thank the person who invited you after the event. This will reinforce to them that you like being included.
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One-sentence summary -- Do not be afraid to initiate get togethers. Follow up. Share experiences. Accept invitations.

Q: Stitch down pleats tend to lay flatter than other pleated skirts. If you have a larger stomach, stitch down pleats can be flattering. They create a slimming effect and minimize the appearance of your stomach. Accordion pleats have long, vertical lines running through them. These tend to be fuller through the hips. If you have an hourglass figure you want to accentuate, go for accordion pleats. Knife pleats tend to not have a lot of volume. Therefore, if you have a larger, rounder bottom, knife pleats can look great. They will not make your lower half look bigger than necessary, but will still highlight your curves. One of the big draws of a pleated skirt is that it can highlight your waist, creating a slimming effect. To highlight your waist, always tuck whatever you're wearing into the pleated skirt. This makes your waist stand out. Whether you're wearing a blouse or a casual t-shirt with the pleated skirt, tuck it in. Shorter legs may look stubby in skirts. To counteract this, choose a skirt with a hemline that's higher in the middle. This will prevent the skirt from getting cut off at your calves, drawing attention to shorter legs. Lighter fabric that flows more easily does will not bunch up at your hips. This is great if you have curves. The skirt will fall nicely over your figure instead.
A: Use stitch down pleats for a larger stomach. Wear accordion pleats for an hourglass figure. Wear knife pleats for a rounder lower half. Tuck in whatever you're wearing. Pick a higher hemline if you have short legs. Grab a light, flowing fabric if you have curves.

Problem: Article: Of the three sticky substances that can dry on your car - bugs, sap and tar - tar is the easiest to remove. Not only that, but there are a variety of household substances you can use to loosen the tar. Smother the tar in one of the following substances for 1 minute to loosen the tar:  WD-40 (not for use on windshields and windows) Goo gone Peanut butter Commercial tar remover Use a soft cloth to wipe off the loosened tar. If it holds fast, apply more product and wait a few minutes before trying again. Continue smothering tar in the product you're using and wiping it off until the car is tar-free. After the tar is gone, wash your car to get rid of residue from the tar-removal product.
Summary:
Smother the tar with a product to loosen it. Wipe away the tar. Wash the car.