Q: If you cannot find a matte nail polish in a color you like, you can always use a matte topcoat on top of a regular nail polish that you do like. Here's what you'll need:  Basecoat Nail polish Matte topcoat Matte topcoats tend to bring out all imperfections, including streaks and unevenness. Make sure that your manicure is just the way you like it; the matte topcoat won't conceal imperfections like a glossy one might. The bottle must say "matte" on it, or else this will not work. Keep in mind that some matte topcoats may lighten or alter the color of your manicure. If the topcoat looks milky or foggy in the bottle, then it will most likely lighten/alter the color of your manicure.
A: Gather your supplies. Make sure that you are happy with the finish of your manicure. Choose a high-quality matte topcoat.

Q: Learning as much as you can about West Point ahead of time will make you a more competitive applicant. Know that applying to West Point will involve many steps, like showing academic excellence and leadership skills, writing an application essay, taking physical fitness tests, and getting a nomination for your application.  The West Point website maintains good information about the school and its admissions requirements, as well as the requirements of its academic programs.  You can also request brochures and additional information from West Point, or talk to your school counseler/college placement officer about your plans. Take the most challenging courses you can during high school, and earn very high grades. Taking college preparatory and/or advanced placement courses, and excelling in them, can demonstrate your readiness for a West Point education. In particular, seek out and perform excellently in courses in the following subjects:  Four years of English (composition, grammar, literature, and speech) Four years of math (algebra, geometry trigonometry, calculus) At least two years of a foreign language Two years of laboratory science (biology, chemistry, physics) One year of U.S. History Geography and government Computing A West Point education is about training students to be leaders as well as academic successes. You can demonstrate your interest in leadership by taking on a dedicated role in a variety of settings, including:  School Church or synagogue Scouting Community organizations Clubs Sports Student government Journalism Debate Drama or other performing arts West Point emphasizes physical fitness for all students, and expects applicants to demonstrate a high level of activity. You can begin preparing early for the physical fitness tests you must pass for admission by:  Running Playing intensive sports Swimming Lifting weights and doing other strength training exercises Visit the West Point admissions page to enter your contact information and join its mailing list. This can provide you with updates on the admissions process and requirements, helping you to prepare to complete your own application. Scheduling an individual and/or group visit to the West Point campus is an excellent way to get a sense of the school’s atmosphere, and to ask questions about it. You may also be able to shadow a current cadet for part of the day, or schedule an overnight visit.  You can schedule a visit to West Point by contacting the West Point Visitor’s Center for details.  Whether or not you visit West Point as a prospective applicant, you may also be able to participate in admissions events in your region. For example, West Point admissions representatives may be available at college fairs or other events in your area, where you can ask questions and find out more information.
A: Gather information about applying to West Point. Excel academically. Be an active leader. Be physically active. Join the West Point mailing list. Visit the West Point campus.

Q: There are some talented authors who specialize in 2 or more genres, but most authors stick with one genre of writing and work to perfect it. There's no right or wrong answer, and no genre is more published than the others, so go with what you love the most. If you are unsure about what genre you want to write in, then focus on the stories you want to tell and let the genre develop on its own.   Think about which genre you like the best. Do you tend to lean towards poetry, works of fiction, or nonfiction essays/memoirs? There are many sub-genres you can work within, such as comedy, drama, and so forth. However, first you'll need to choose a primary genre. One factor that may help you choose a genre is to consider who your target audience is. If you want to write stories for children or adolescents, for example, you might choose young adult literature. Sometimes the idea you have for your story may determine the best genre for your piece of writing.  Remember that it’s okay to combine genres, such as romance and science-fiction, or horror and historical fiction. Ultimately, you'll have to go with the genre you're most comfortable writing in. Try out multiple genres, read some noteworthy publications from various genres, and decide which one you would enjoy writing the most. Once you've chosen a genre, you should strive to become an expert in that genre. Read as much as you can by published authors working in your genre of choice, and take a look at some craft books that discuss the finer elements of writing within a certain genre.  Search online for the most popular works of the genre you're considering. For example, if you're thinking of writing poetry, you might use Google or Bing to search for famous/influential works of poetry. Read as much as you can by as many authors as you can. Many writers believe that you have to be an extensive reader and know the genre well before you can attempt to master that genre. Try reading craft books on your genre of choice. You can search online, in a bookstore, or at your local library for books on writing poetry, fiction, or nonfiction. Writing takes a lot of practice. It doesn't come easy, but it does get more familiar the more that you practice it. Set aside some time every day, every other day, or every week to work on your craft without interruption or distraction. Remember that you won't pick it up overnight, so be patient with yourself and keep working until it all comes together.  Some writers set a minimum word count or page count for themselves. Others simply set aside the time to write and work at their own pace. There is no right or wrong way to practice writing. The important thing is that you set aside time for writing and put your pen to the paper (or your hands on the keyboard).
A: Choose a genre or just focus on the story. Learn the ins and outs of your genre. Make time to write and stay on schedule.

Q: The longer sides of the rectangle should be 6 in (152 mm) in front of the rubber and 24 in (610 mm) behind the rubber. The shorter sides should be 18 in (457 mm) from each side of the rubber. Use a pick and a shovel to remove the existing soil to a depth of about 6 in (152 mm). Take care not to disturb the pitcher’s plate. Add a single layer of clay bricks designed for pitcher’s mounds to provide durability to the plateau and reduce the need for frequent maintenance. You can find them at specialty sports stores and online.  Use a tamp to ensure the bricks will stay in place.
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Mark a 5 ft (1.5 m) by 3 ft (0.92 m) rectangle around the pitcher’s plate. Dig out the existing soil inside the rectangle. Place clay bricks in the rectangle and tamp them down.