Problem: Article: Major changes to your home and schedule cannot be discussed in bits and pieces. Set aside some time in everyone's schedule to talk about renovation plans. Understanding the "why" behind any action is a good way to build support for a plan. Let your family know that the decision to renovate is based on your desire to stay in the home for a long period of time, or because you need a finished basement for extra family space or due to some other issue or problem that needs resolving. Invite questions and talk openly. You do not have to give your kids a spreadsheet with line item details, but let them know that a lot of money will be spent and they might need to earn their own money or cut back on some of the things they want. Give your family members time to adjust. You do not want to announce a major kitchen renovation the day before the family fridge is torn out. Put together a timeline so everyone knows what to expect. Caution that the renovations might take longer than expected. Instead of telling your family members how everything will look, solicit their input. If they get to have a say in the color that goes on the walls or the tile that gets put on the new floors, they will be more receptive and helpful.
Summary: Call a family meeting. Discuss the reason for your renovation. Talk about how the renovations will impact the family budget. Discuss the timing of events. Ask for ideas.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Fresh snow weighs less than older snow so you should clear snow as soon as it has fallen. As snow sits on the ground it compacts and becomes wet, making it heavier. It can also then turn into ice and become very difficult to remove.  Wait until the snowplow has come by before finishing the driveway. A snowplow will usually "plow in" the driveway at least a bit, pushing more snow onto the edge of your driveway. It can be easier to deal with just clearing the driveway once. Use extra care when shoveling snow pushed onto your driveway by the plow. Plows pack the snow, making it much heavier than undisturbed, freshly fallen snow. One shovelful of snow can weigh 20 pounds (9kg) or more! You will need to consider what is the most efficient snow removal plan. You will also have to avoid piling snow where you'll have to just remove it again, so do not block access to snow that still needs to be cleared. If you are clearing a rectangle, it is better to work from the center out. First clear a strip of snow around the perimeter of the rectangle. Then, starting in the center, push snow towards the cleared area. From there, lift the snow out of the area. Use a brush to get snow off cars before clearing around the car to prevent extra work. Pushing snow is much easier than lifting and can reduce the risk of injury. If you begin early and if the snow is not too deep, then it is better to simply push it off driveways and sidewalks. This is a good way to clear away snow while it is still falling, to reduce accumulation. Spread your hands far apart on the handle, with one hand close to the blade. This will provide more leverage while lifting snow. If you need to dig (to get to your car, for instance), dig using a steady, easy motion. If you are "pushing" (as you might when clearing a driveway), hold your shovel at a slight angle and begin making passes back and forth width-wise along your driveway. You should rarely need to move your shovel above waist height. Make sure you clear around your mailbox every time it snows. If your mail carrier cannot easily reach your mailbox, then they cannot deliver your mail! Be careful with salt, as it can hurt your lawn, landscaping, and your watershed. It can also damage driveways and other paved areas. Use salt only if the temperature is warm enough (above 0 degrees F/-17 degrees C).  Sand provides traction, but if more snow falls on top, it will become useless. Salting the ground before or during a storm can actually increase the amount of snow on your sidewalks and driveways because dry snow sticks to a salted paved area but does not stick to an unsalted paved area.

SUMMARY: Start early in the day. Have a plan. Clear cars first. Avoid lifting snow by pushing it instead. Place your hands in the correct positions on the shovel. Begin shoveling. Don't forget your mail carrier. Salt and sand as needed.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Your towel should be on your chest. Hold her against your chest with her feet towards your body. You can use blueberries, lettuce, or carrots, for instance. If you feed her a treat while you hold her, she'll come to associate your cuddles with good things. Use a soothing voice to talk to your guinea pig while you're holding her. It doesn't matter what you say, as long as you use a soothing voice. For instance, you can go into the bathroom with your guinea pig. Make sure there is nothing she can get into that she shouldn't (such as cleaning supplies). Also, make sure you cover any potential dangers, such as floor vents. Close the door. Place her on the floor, and let her run around. She'll enjoy exploring, and she'll also take some time getting to know you, too. If you want, sit on the floor with her. If you put her down every time she struggles, she learns that all she has to do is wiggle to get back in her cage. If you continue to hold her, she'll learn to stay calm. As your guinea pig sees the cage, she may want to jump, so keep a firm hold on her with both hands when placing her back in the cage. Wait to release her from your hand until she stops struggling. That way, she learns that she shouldn't squirm while you're holding her. Get your guinea pig out of her cage every day. That way, she'll slowly grow used to your attention over time and will eventually enjoy the cuddle time.
Summary:
Place the guinea pig against your chest. Feed her a treat. Talk to your guinea pig. Let her explore in a closed-off room. Do not put her down when she wiggles. Hold her firmly when returning her. Be consistent.