INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Mortgaging allows you to raise capital at crucial points in the game. However, keep in mind that it will cost more to lift the mortgages on one of your properties than the total amount raised from mortgaging it in the first place, so don’t bother. Keep in mind the following when mortgaging your property:  Single properties should be mortgaged first. Don't mortgage a property from a group where you own 2 or more properties unless it's absolutely necessary. If you need to raise money, mortgage single properties if it allows you to own a color group of at least three houses per property (or hotels in the Light Blues or Purple group). As you cannot collect rent once a property is mortgaged, try not to mortgage those properties that players land on frequently or get higher-than-average rents from landers. Pay attention to your fellow players' preferences for particular properties and try to use that knowledge to your advantage. Trying to trade for a full line of colored properties is good, as it allows for building expansions. However, you want to avoid trading down for these color sets. For example, while gaining all of the pink properties in a trade may be good, it may not be wise if the trade enables another player to own all of the orange properties. You will likely pay more in rent to the owner of the orange properties.  Before you make a deal, decide whether or not it will be advantageous to you in the future. Always ask yourself, what will this do for me in the long run, and how will this trade help me bankrupt my opponents? A good rule of thumb is to only trade to give yourself a monopoly, or to give yourself more monopoly than your opponent. In Monopoly, unlike in real life, being in jail is not always a bad thing. Early in the game, before you have a monopoly, you should pay the $50 to get out of jail so you can continue purchasing properties. However, later in the game, if most of the properties are owned or if most of the properties between the Jail and Go to Jail spaces are developed, simply roll the dice and stay in jail until you roll the required number to get out. This can be a welcome alternative to paying rent for landing on other players’ properties. Monopoly has a reputation for often dragging out into games that last several hours or several days, but it doesn't necessarily need to be so. As soon as most of the property has been bought up, it's a good idea to start the bargaining process, and attempt to convince players in less advantageous positions to forfeit their properties and concede the game. Put those properties back into play and open the game back up to the players in better position to win. If a player is blocking monopolies and is unwilling to trade properties, consider calling it a draw and starting a new game. In this situation, you could spend days trading money back and forth without making much progress.

SUMMARY: Get the most out of your mortgages. Evaluate trades carefully. Consider staying in jail later in the game. Finish off struggling players.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you are dying the head a second color, then you need to leave the tape on the head that you placed on there before to keep the white parts of the stick. Now, before dipping the full head into the second color, add more tape to keep parts of the head the color that you just dyed them. Move from using your darkest color to using your lightest color, so that the second color doesn’t overpower the first color.  For example, say that you’re dyeing the first half the head red and the second half of it blue. If you don’t want any overlap between the colors—which would give the middle of the head a purple hue—cover the red part closest to the middle with duct tape. This will keep the red color intact and prevent the blue from changing the red. If you’re dying the lacrosse head more than 1 color, hold the partially-dyed head with your tongs again and dip it into the second color. As before, keep the head in the water for 20-30 seconds to let the dye soak into the plastic. Since you’re using a darker color, you may not need to dye the head for much longer than 20 seconds.  As with the first color, suspend the head over the boiling water for 10-15 seconds once it’s dyed to allow excess dye to drip off. An easy way to have a 2-colored lacrosse head is to only dip the top half of the lacrosse head in 1 color for 30 seconds. Then, flip the head over and dip its lower half in the second color of dye for another 30 seconds. Use your fingernails or the point of a knife blade to lift up the edges of the pieces of duct tape that you applied earlier. The patches of plastic under the tape should still be white.  Keep in mind that you can still dye the lacrosse head 2 colors without using duct tape. If you opted not to use any duct tape, you can skip this step. Once the head is dyed, place it immediately under the tap of the sink under ice-cold water. This will wash off all the remaining dye and will prevent it from bleeding back onto the string. Rinsing the stick with cool water also cures the stick, meaning that the dye will not bleed off of it and onto your hands. Instead of rinsing the lacrosse head under the faucet, you could also fill a large baking tray with cold water and submerge the head in the tray for 30 seconds.
Summary: Cover new parts of the head with tape if you’d like to preserve the color. Dip the head into a second color of dye. Remove the duct tape stripes or pattern once the head has cooled. Rinse the head off with cool water once it’s fully dyed.

You can string some beads and hand these from the bottom of your dream catcher to add color and interest. Thread a needle and tie a knot at the bottom. Then, string some beads onto the thread and tie the thread to the bottom of the dreamcatcher. Feathers are often added to dream catchers as a decorative touch. Thread a needle and insert the needle through the ends of the feathers. Then, tie the thread to the bottom of the dream catcher. Another option is to cut out feather shapes from felt fabric and attach these to the dream catcher with thread. An easy way to embellish your dreamcatcher is to cut some lace or fabric into strips and then tie them to the bottom of the dreamcatcher. Use some fabric and lace in colors that match or complement your yarn. You can also tie strips of ribbon to the bottom of the dreamcatcher.
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One-sentence summary -- Add beads. Include a few feathers. Cut up some lace or fabric.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you're having a hard time connecting to the opera, try comparing it to something you do understand. If you love fashion, for example, study the intricate costumes. Or if you're a Broadway fan, think about the similarities and differences of opera and musicals. Focusing on the elements you do understand can keep you from getting bored. Sometimes, sitting still for too long during an opera can make people feel restless. Don't stay in your seat during the intermission. Use it as an opportunity to stretch your legs, talk to your neighbor, or get a quick snack outside. Pay attention to how long the intermission lasts so you can get back to your seat by the next act. Opera is known for expressing powerful feelings through the dialogue and song. Immerse yourself in the emotional experience: laugh at the comedic parts, gasp during surprises, and cry when the characters face tragedy. Putting yourself in the characters' perspectives can make opera a fun and cathartic experience.  Operas are made to stand on their own as a form of expression without necessarily knowing the language. Don't worry too much about understanding the characters or the plot. You can still appreciate the music abstractly. If you tend to tear up when you feel strong emotions, you may want to bring some tissues just in case. Unlike musical theater, opera patrons often clap during the production. But there is still some structure as to whether the audience should clap—after a particularly moving aria or act is most acceptable. If you're not sure whether to clap, watch the audience and try to follow their lead. If you want to compliment a particular singer, shout bravo (male), brava (female), or bravi (gender neutral/plural).

SUMMARY:
Relate the opera to something that you enjoy. Take a break during the intermission. Let yourself run with the emotional intensity of opera. Wait until others clap before applauding.