Cut a skinny strip out of white crepe paper or tissue paper. Fold it in half several times, then cut a long, skinny petal shape out of it. This should give you several petals. Repeat this step until you have about 20 to 24 petals. Have the petals taper into a skinny tab at the bottom so that you can secure them more easily. If you used crepe paper, you can gently pull the petals apart at the center to widen them. If you used tissue paper, you can fold the petals over a toothpick or skewer lengthwise to create a slight crease. Make the petals more realistic by cutting a notch into the tip Begin by cutting a 1 to 2-inch (2.54 to 5.08-centimeter) tall rectangle from green tissue paper or crepe paper. Next, cut a jagged, grass-like fringe into one of the long edges. This will make the base of the daisy and help cover up the bottom part of the petals. Plan on making the rectangle about 5 inches (12.7 centimeters) long. You can always trim it down later if it's too long. Begin by folding a piece of green tissue or crepe paper in half. Cut a half-oval out of it, then cut notches into the curved edge of the oval. Unfold the oval to reveal your leaf. You can make as many leaves as you want. 2 to 3 would be ideal, however.
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One-sentence summary -- Cut petals out of crepe paper or tissue paper. Shape the petals further, if desired. Cut a jagged fringe from green paper for the flower base. Cut some leaf shapes, if desired.


One of the first things you should do after a diabetes diagnosis is talk about the diagnosis with your partner. Ask them how they feel about the diagnosis. You should also discuss the health of the person with diabetes. Discuss how they feel about dietary and daily routine changes that will occur because of the diabetes. You should also share your feelings with your partner. For example, your partner may feel anxious or scared. You may want to say, “I understand you may have a lot of feelings about my diagnosis. I feel scared and overwhelmed. I want us to discuss your feelings and concerns because this affects you, too.” After you or your partner receive a diabetes diagnosis, you may want to tell your partner what you need from them. Every person with diabetes may need different things, so you should let your partner know what they can do for you. This can help the two of you avoid problems or frustrations. If your partner has diabetes, you should discuss your needs from them. For example, if you have diabetes, you may need help counting carbs or reminders to take medication, but you may not need help checking your blood sugar. If you have diabetes, your partner may be concerned if they are away and you don’t answer your phone or contact them. Together, develop a system of checking in and letting each other know you are fine. This may be periodic texts or a phone call at a certain time each night.  Make sure to come up with a system that you feel comfortable with and doesn’t invade your privacy or makes you feel smothered. If your partner worries too much, talk to them about it. Let them know that managing your diabetes means you can live a normal life, so their increased concern is not necessary. No matter if you or your partner has diabetes, you may have questions and concerns after the diabetes diagnosis. Additionally, you or your partner may have concerns as you learn to manage the diabetes. Listen to your partner when they come to you with concerns. You may not agree with everything they say, but you should listen to them when they express their views. For example, your partner may come to you with concerns about your health. Perhaps you have been going off of doctor’s orders or eating foods you shouldn’t, which is affecting your health. Listen to your partner when they have these concerns for you. If your partner is right, try brainstorming together for solutions. Diabetes management is not always easy. Sometimes, you may not know the best way to manage something, or perhaps you don’t know how to do it. If your partner has diabetes, you may have questions about their management and how you can help. Ask your partner for ideas and suggestions. They can offer different ways of approaching problems, thinking about things, or suggest ideas. If your partner doesn’t know how to help, you both could brainstorm or search online for ideas.
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One-sentence summary -- Talk about the diagnosis. Let your partner know what you need. Develop a check-in system. Listen to your partner’s concerns. Ask for help.


No matter how tricked out your RC car is, it can only go so fast with a subpar battery. If you really want to leave your competition in the dust, opt for a battery with a greater voltage capacity, such as a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) lithium-polymer (Li-Po) pack.  RC cars have been known to attain speeds of up to 100 mph (160 km/h) with cranked-up batteries. You can potentially add 15–20 mph (24.1–32.2 km/h) to your car’s top speed by upgrading the battery, even without making any other modifications.  To ensure that you get the right fit, measure your car’s battery compartment and buy a battery of the appropriate size. When it comes to working with high-output batteries, a little boost goes a long way. Start small—if your car came equipped with a single cell battery, move up to a 2-cell or 3-cell. You can then increase the voltage incrementally from there, provided your motor can handle the jump.  If your car feels unusually hot after a session, it may mean that the upgraded battery is placing too much strain on the motor. In this situation, it's safest to just move down a size, since you won't be able to effectively make use of the extra power anyway. Using a battery that’s too powerful for your car could cause permanent damage to to the motor or ESC. Pinch the connectors at the end of the colored wires and slide them out of the ports. Take out the battery and set it aside. You can put it into storage as a backup power source, or toss it out to free up room in your tool kit for superior packs.  If you decide to keep your old battery, perform a before-and-after test run alongside the new one. You’ll most likely be surprised by the difference the sleeker, higher-output battery makes. Make sure you take your old batteries to the proper waste disposal or recycling site when it's time to get rid of them. Never throw rechargeable batteries in the trash. Insert the battery carefully, matching up the wires according to color. Slide the connectors into the ports until they click. Replace the battery cover, if your model has one, then switch the car on and take it for a spin. Test the battery’s fit to make sure there are no loose connections or unnecessary movement in the pack itself. It’s important to be systematic about replenishing the cells in your new battery in order to keep it performing at its best. After every few hours of use, plug the battery pack into a dedicated charging unit and give it some juice. It’s also a good idea to charge batteries after they’ve been exposed to colder temperatures or have been in storage for a while.  Make sure your RC car’s battery is fully charged before you take it out for a practice session or race.  If possible, pick up an extra battery or two so you’ll always have a spare on hand.
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Purchase a high-output battery. Make sure your motor can handle the extra power. Remove the existing battery. Place the new battery into the compartment. Charge your battery regularly.