The longer you wait, the harder the conversation is going to be. He'll have had more time to think about how much he likes you and wants to be with you, which means he may feel even more rejected than he would have if you'd told him earlier. Be kind and do it as soon as you can. Nobody likes rejecting other people, even if it's someone who's bothering you. You'll probably have a few butterflies in your stomach beforehand, and that's okay. Just acknowledging that you're nervous and that it is normal can help. Also, take a few deep breaths ahead of time to try to calm yourself down. No matter how nice you are, he may get angry. Even if he doesn't get angry, he will likely still be sad. Try not to make it worse by getting defensive or arguing with him. If he feels like he needs to say something, let him say it. Then just smile and move on.  Of course, you don't have to stand there and take it if he's cussing you out or saying mean things to you. Walk away if he does. If he starts getting violent, walk away, and call the police. Try to find a safe place to be. Once you've told him, try not to engage with him anymore, especially if he turns mean. If he's trying to send you texts and messages to figure out why you don't like him, just ignore him. Engaging with him won't change anything.

Summary: Don't wait to tell him. Know it's okay to feel nervous. Be prepared for some unhappiness. Don't engage.


You want to be unique in your description. Advertising is a competitive world and it's vital to stand out. As you read over the description you wrote, cut out any phrases that sound cliche. When you're reading your description, imagine how you would feel reading it as a consumer. If there are any phrases that make you think, "Yeah, yeah, that's what everyone says," these are phrases to cut out.  Think of ways you can rewrite cliche or stock phrases to make them more unique to your product. For example, you may find a phrase like "high quality" in your description of your coffee. High quality is a largely meaningless term, as everyone wants buyers to believe their products are quality. What does high quality mean for this product and how can you convey that? For the coffee example, "high quality" would be best swapped out for words like, "organic" or "locally grown." These are the traits your target audience associates with quality. A good product description only works if it can reach readers. If your product is more likely to show up on a Google search engine, it's far more likely to sell. Make sure you use keywords that a consumer looking for this type of product will search for online. Do some research on search engine optimization (SEO) to ensure you are choosing keywords that will drive shoppers to your product.  Keywords can sometimes be self-explanatory. If you're selling formal dress shoes, your customers will search for this; however, if you're selling an accessory to another product, keywords can be trickier. Think about what the product will be used for, and work that use into the description. For example, a wine rack should be called a "wine rack" specifically and not a "rack." Some products have different names. For example, soft drinks are referred to differently in different parts of the country. If you're selling a soft drink dispenser to be used in restaurants, you may want to add a small blurb on the bottom saying something like, "Also known as a pop dispenser, soda dispenser, or a coke dispenser." Do not overuse keywords, however, as this can make your description sound clunky. Revision is important when it comes to a product description. You'll want to write a few different drafts until you hit a statement that works.  Play around with words and structure. Swap non-specific words for words that pack a bigger punch. You can also switch the order of sentences to make the ad read smoother. Get rid of unnecessarily long sentences by cutting out unneeded words. Have a friend or family member read over the statement. Ask them to give you an honest assessment of whether it makes them want to buy the product. You do not want to send a product description into the world if it contains errors. Before submitting your description, proofread carefully.  Print out the statement as this makes it easier to catch errors. Take a break from the description for a day or so, as you'll be more likely to catch errors after gaining some space. Have a friend read over the description as well.

Summary: Snip out stock phrases. Add keywords. Rewrite the statement a few times. Proofread.


When planning a trip it is always a good idea to figure out how much money you can spend. Knowing your comfortable price range will be helpful when searching for your perfect cruise. If you are on a tight budget, you might want to avoid searching for luxury world-class cruises. You can find fantastic cruises that will meet your needs and expectations on a moderate budget.  Decide the amount of money that you are putting aside just for this cruise. What’s in your vacation fund? Stay as close as you can to that number when searching, planning, and booking your vacation. A vacation isn’t supposed to be stressful. Your cruise will not include the price of transportation to and from the port. If you are flying within the United States, a flight will typically range from $200-$500. You might also need to stay the night in a hotel on the front or back end of your trip. Add these costs to your cruise price tag. Even if a cruise is advertised as all-inclusive, there will likely be some costs that you will incur. What is included and not included varies from cruise to cruise. Keep in mind that your overall price tag will be higher if you are paying for non-included food, drinks, services, and activities. It is better to know and be prepared than to be surprised when you get a bill.  Accommodations, main dining room food, non-alcoholic non-specialty beverages, and onboard activities are typically included in the price of the cruise. Alcohol, spa services, specialty dining, gratuities, and off ship excursions are typically not included in the price of the cruise.

Summary: Stick to your budget. Calculate the cost of getting to and from your cruise. Acknowledge what is included and not included in your ticket price.


If you're having a hard time contorting your hands into the bizarre shapes needed to make hand shadow puppets, don't worry! You can make wonderful, detailed miniature shadow puppets with just a few common materials you'll probably have lying around the house. For this project, you’ll need:  Construction paper A light source (like a lamp or light bulb) A cardboard box (for your "stage") Straws or balsa wood sticks Tape Thin tissue paper or baking parchment (for your “screen”)
Summary: Gather your materials.