. These can be eaten or put into a crafting menu to break down into more seeds
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One-sentence summary -- Create (or find) wet farmland. Make sure there is a clear block over your block (air or glass). Plant your melon seed. Wait until a melon appears! Once you have a melon, you can break it into melon slices.

Q: If you are struggling to sing on pitch, your posture may be to blame. When you stand in the correct posture, you will have an easier time producing the right pitch and controlling your voice. To stand in the correct singing posture:  Place your feet slightly apart with one foot just in front of the other front. Transfer the weight of your body from your heels to your toes. Maintain a slight bend in your knees. Never lock your knees. Place your hands at your sides. Keep your hands relaxed. Your stomach should be flat and firm, yet expandable. Pull your shoulders back and down. Your chest should be held high. Keep your chin parallel to the floor. If you are singing sharp, you are singing above the intended pitch. This may be caused by tense abdominal muscles, a locked jaw, or lack of focus. You can correct for these problems by:  Relaxing your muscles and softening your tone. Singing with less force. Monitoring your jaw for tightness and relaxing it when it begins to tense up. Working on your breath control. Monitoring your voice closely and remain focused. This is a great way to determine if you are on pitch, as it can sometimes be difficult to hear yourself while you're singing. Record yourself singing scales, arpeggios, or even a song, then play back the recording. Listen for notes that are off pitch so you can correct them the next time around.
A: Stand in the correct singing posture. Correct a sharp pitch. Record yourself singing and listen to the recording.

Article: Ensuring that you reflect a consistent image to your kids is an important part of being a good mom. Children repeat behaviors that their parents do, so avoid setting rules and standards for your kids you don’t follow yourself.  For example, if you have a hard rule about lying in your household, avoid telling lies whenever possible in front of your kids. That way, you’ll seem more credible and admirable. This also includes modeling things like being a hard worker, eating healthy foods, and not using drugs or alcohol. Whether with your spouse, co-parent, family members, friends, or regular people in the community, show your kids how to treat people appropriately. Let them know what it means to be a good friend and/or partner, such as teaching them to actively listen, compromise, and share with others. Use teachable moments when you and your spouse disagree (on lighter matters) to show your kids how to work through conflicts. Being a role model extends beyond basic behavior to humanity in general. If you want to be a good mother, be a good person. Lend a helping hand to a neighbor in need, volunteer in your local community, and advocate for the underdogs of society.  Commit to a family community service project, like serving at a soup kitchen over the holidays. Modeling compassion and empathy for others increases the likelihood that your children will be assets to society. Be a standup mom who understands you’re not perfect and is willing to acknowledge your shortcomings. Admitting your own wrongdoing  shows your kids that there’s nothing to be ashamed of about mistakes—as long as they fess up and try to make amends. For instance, if you accidentally compare one kid to another, acknowledge that is was wrong by saying, “Jeff, I want to apologize to you. I compared you to your brother yesterday and I shouldn’t have. Each of you is special with your own qualities. Will you forgive me?”
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Do your best to practice what you preach. Model healthy relationships. Be an upstanding citizen in the world. Admit when you’re wrong, and apologize.

Article: It’s better to give the rose bushes a large amount of water less often, than a small amount of water more often. For example: giving a full watering can of water once a week rather than a quarter can every other day.  This is because it’s better for the plant to develop deep roots in quest of water and it’s also better if the soil isn’t permanently waterlogged. This is an important consideration, especially on clay soils or other poor-draining soils where waterlogging is more likely. Take a large watering can - if possible, it’s best to use a watering can ‘rose’, which is the showerhead-style spout that stops the water coming out in a single stream.  If you use a single spout can it can erode the soil around the roots. Exposure will eventually damage the roots. Roses will always prefer rainwater but this isn’t essential. If you are using a garden hose, avoid a high-pressure jet as this can also erode the soil from the roots. Alternatively, you could set up an irrigation system - but be careful to monitor it to make sure it is watering the roses the right amount and is working properly. Water the ground at the base of the plant fairly slowly, pausing for it to soak in. Your aim is to wet the soil to a depth of about 18 inches (45.7 cm). After very dry spells the earth can bake hard and it can take longer for it to absorb water. Be patient! It’s usually best to avoid watering your rose bushes during the heat of the day. Try to get in the habit of watering them first thing in the morning before the sun gets too high.  This lets foliage dry off by the time the cooler evening air gets to them. If a rose has wet foliage it can be more at risk of mildew and blackspot. This isn’t a problem if you are using an irrigation system placed on the soil surface as the foliage won’t be getting wet. Even if you have an irrigation system in place, some gardeners recommend occasional watering from above using a hose or can, in order to dislodge any spider mites before they become a problem. A thick layer of mulch applied around roses will really help to keep the moisture in the soil and reduce the need for watering as often.  Well-rotted horse manure works well for roses – apply after feeding them, ideally in late spring, and on damp earth. Apply a 3 inch (7.6 cm) depth around the rose when the ground isn’t cold or frozen. Every year, remove the spent mulch and replace it with a fresh layer. The start of the growing season (spring) is a good time to feed your roses and replace the mulch. You can also help to reduce watering by incorporating a water-retaining material at planting time. These are available from garden stores and are designed to be mixed in with the soil or compost when planting. Additionally, some varieties of rose are more drought-tolerant, or will even tolerate shade, so consider choosing one of these varieties to reduce water requirements. Container grown roses tend to dry out a bit faster than ground planted ones, so these will need watering more. In hot conditions, be prepared to water container-grown roses every day.  You can help reduce water requirements by mulching. Inorganic mulches such as pebbles or gravel can work well in containers and look attractive. Also consider using a watering device such as a spike designed to water potted plants gradually over time. These can be purchased from garden stores, or make your own using an old plastic bottle using an online tutorial. If your roses start to wilt and get droopy, they probably need watering.  Over the long term the leaves will dry up and wither and the flowers will bloom less and possibly even die. Smaller blooms and less of them is a sign a rose is stressed, probably due to lack of water. Overwatering can cause root rot, especially in poor-draining soils. Signs to watch out for include yellow leaves and leaf drop, and new shoots wilting and dying away.  Take care that container-planted roses never sit in water. Avoid putting containers in trays, bowls or saucers. Too much water can also make the foliage chlorotic (yellowish and mottled).
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Give the rose bushes a lot of water, less frequently. Use the right kind of watering can. Water the soil to a depth of 18 inches (45.7 cm). Water your roses first thing in the morning. Apply a thick layer of mulch to keep moisture in the soil. Reduce watering by incorporating a water-retaining material into the soil. Know that container-grown roses require more water. Water your roses immediately if they start to look droopy. Don't overwater roses, as this causes root rot.