Q: Each soy vanilla latte starts with a double shot of espresso, which requires 3¾ tablespoons (20 g) of coffee. Measure 3¾ heaping tablespoons of beans to get the right amount of grounds. Transfer the beans to a grinder and pulse until the beans have been finely ground. Finely ground coffee beans are slightly smaller than table salt. Crank the arm on the portafilter to remove it from the group head. Transfer the beans to the portafilter and tap it against your hand to even out the beans. Rest the portafilter on the counter and use the tamp to press the grounds into a flat and even puck. Return the portafilter to the group head and lock it in place.  To make espresso with an Aeropress instead, line the cap with a filter and pour in the grounds.  To make espresso with a stovetop espresso maker instead, place the grounds in the metal basket. To make espresso with a regular coffeemaker, brew a cup of coffee using twice the amount of grounds you normally do. Put a double espresso cup under the portafilter to catch the espresso when it comes out. Flip the button to turn on the water and run it for 30 seconds. After half a minute, turn off the water to stop the extraction process.  In the Aeropress, position the Aeropress over a mug. Add boiling water and stir the mixture. Insert and press down on the plunger to extract the shot. On the stovetop, fill the bottom reservoir with water. Place the metal basket inside, and then screw on the lid. Heat the pot over medium heat until the espresso bubbles into the top chamber.
A: Measure and grind the coffee beans. Fill the portafilter. Brew the espresso.

Q: Like Santa, you'll want to make a list and check it twice. This way you'll buy enough cards at the store and won't forget anyone. You can also check off people's names as you finish each card. It's a good idea to double-check the addresses of people on your list during this stage. Select a Christmas card that fits with the holiday or appeals to your loved ones. You could get a card with a Christmas tree, angel, Santa, or red robin on it.  If you know your recipient is not religious, then nativity Christmas cards aren't a good idea. There are also humorous cards available, if you have loved ones with a funny bone. Many custom print shops offer holiday themed cards for less than a local printer. These sites typically allow you to select your quantity, cardstock, images, even a family photo, and write a nice message inside.  Many shops have a minimum number of cards they need to print. Make sure to order your custom cards several weeks ahead of the holidays. This gives the printer plenty of time to get the order made and sent to you. Take a holiday themed family photo with yourself and loved ones wearing Christmas sweaters. You can upload this to use as the cover image on a photo card. Purchase some blank cardstock and holiday themed craft supplies to experiment with your own holiday cards. You can use an ink stamp with the words, "Merry Christmas," on it to make a message inside the card.  Create paper cutouts of holiday items by using simple templates to cut images from recycled paper. You can take images from magazines and turn them into Christmas trees, ornaments, and snowmen. Use a glue stick to adhere the images to your cardstock. Decorate the card with some white, red, green, or silver glitter to enhance your design.
A: Make a list of people to send cards to. Choose an appropriate card design. Order a custom printed card. Make a homemade Christmas card.

Q: Pay attention to how quickly your children fall asleep and if they tend to stay up reading or doing other activities once you put them to bed. You should also note if your children snore or have any trouble breathing throughout the night. A good night’s rest can ensure they are ready to wake up on time in the morning.If you notice any issues, talk to your child’s pediatrician about conducting a sleep study to identify any physiological barriers that prevent them from getting a good night’s rest. If your children go to sleep at the same time each night, and wake up at the same time each morning, their bodies will get used to the schedule. This will make waking up for school or other activities easier. Allowing your child to have an extra hour or 2 of sleep on weekends or days off is fine, but don’t let them sleep longer than that. Oversleeping could throw their schedule off and make it much harder for them to wake up and get out of bed during the week. This may seem obvious but ensuring that you and your children get enough sleep is the first step to establishing a smooth morning routine. A child who is not well-rested is going to have a much more difficult time waking up and getting ready in the morning.  The amount of sleep a child requires is based on their age. A toddler requires an average of 11-14 hours a night, while a preschooler needs 10-13 hours. Children aged 6-13 should get an average of 9-10 hours per night.  Adults need 7-9 hours of sleep per night. The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) has a chart that shows the average number of hours of sleep required for each age. Use the chart to make sure you and your children are getting the recommended amount of sleep. Going to sleep and rising at the same time should be a priority for you as well as your children. It shows your kids that share the same values and follow the same routines. Emulate the same behaviors you want to see in your children, such as avoiding sleeping in too long or hitting the snooze button. You may want to wake up before your children. It will be much easier for you to focus on getting your children ready if you are prepared to go before they wake up. Take a shower, get dressed, and pack for the day before you awaken your children, so that you can focus on getting your children out of bed and ready for the day.
A: Take note of how your children are sleeping. Set a consistent bedtime and wake-up time. Make sure everyone gets enough sleep. Be a good role model.

Q: Say "Call me Mr. President from now on" and Siri will refer to you by that name until you change it. Siri will try to interpret most "where" questions as a serious request, which can give you pretty silly results:  Siri, where can I hide the bodies? Where did they hide the weapons of mass destruction? Siri, take over the world. See what Siri makes of these:  Siri, do you speak duck? What's your favorite ice cream flavor? Does this dress make me look fat? What should I be for Halloween? If you have the heart for it, try insulting Siri. Don't be surprised if she gets offended.
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Give yourself a fake name. Ask Siri for silly directions. Ask Siri other silly questions. Insult Siri.