Remove the soy milk from the refrigerator and measure it into the metal jug. It’s important to use cold milk, because the colder temperature will help incorporate more air bubbles into the milk, resulting in a creamier and frothier latte.  To control the flavor of the latte more carefully, use an original and sugar-free soy milk. You can use any soymilk you like for this recipe, or even almond or coconut milk. Hold the jug at a 45-degree angle and place it under the steam wand. Insert the wand so the tip is just below the surface of the milk. Turn on the steam to froth the milk. Transfer the milk to a microwave-safe container with a lid. Attach the lid and shake the container vigorously to incorporate air into the milk. After about a minute, when the milk has doubled in volume, remove the lid and microwave the milk on high for 30 seconds. As the milk heats up and becomes frothy, it will expand in the jug. As it does, move the jug down so the tip of the wand is always just below the surface of the foam. Ideally, you want the milk to double in volume as you steam it. This is the ideal temperature for steamed milk. Use a thermometer for the most accurate reading, or heat the milk until the jug becomes too hot to handle. Remove the jug and wipe the steam wand with a damp towel.
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One-sentence summary -- Fill the metal container with milk. Insert the wand into the jug to steam the milk. Froth the milk without a steamer. Move the wand as the milk increases in volume. Heat the milk to 140 °F (60 °C).


Female robins will move to an adjacent nesting territory during the summer.  Male robins, by contrast, remain on the same territory year-round. Male robins bring females food -- seeds, worms, or berries -- in order to strengthen the mating bond.  The female will warble noisily and flap her wings to communicate that she desires the male's gift. After the female has laid eggs, she will remain in the nest for up to two weeks.  During this time, the male will bring food to her and her young. If you see two robins in a nest with hatchlings and one flies away to obtain food, the one left in the nest is likely the female. It is very difficult to distinguish between male and female robins using plumage.  However, there are some subtle differences in the breasts of older robins.  In male robins in their second year of life, the gray fringe around the red breast, continues to widen.  The breast itself tends to be larger than that of females.  While the fringe around the breast of the female robins does not widen significantly as they age, the female's red breast itself does continue to grow with age. Knowing the robin's age is important when utilizing breast characteristics to determine the sex of European robins.
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One-sentence summary -- Follow migration patterns. Pay attention to mating behavior. Observe nesting behavior. Examine the robin's breast.


Though it may be tempting to share your anger with your ex in the form of a long, hate filled email, a text message, or angry voicemails, avoid contacting him or her in any way. Creating distance between you and your ex will help you to process your emotions and not get sucked back into the negative feelings you associate with your ex. If you need to exchange personal items post break up, enlist the help of a friend or relative so you do not have to see your ex face to face. Give yourself time away from your ex so you can move forward with your life, free of any reminders of past anger and hatred. Often, anger and hatred are emotions that can distract you from your needs. Take the time to re focus on yourself by pampering or treating yourself. This could be a long bath, a walk in your favorite area, or working on a hobby or craft. Practicing self care will show you have compassion for yourself and give you the opportunity to focus your energies on your needs, rather than the needs of your ex. To motivate yourself to focus on the future, rather than the past, create a list of short term and long term goals for the year. Think about skills you have wanted to learn or get better at, but were not able to get to due to your relationship with your ex or dealing with your hatred after breaking up with your ex. These could be short term goals like take a cooking class or long term goals like run every morning or do yoga at least three times a week. Focus on realistic goals that you feel you can meet and push yourself to achieve these goals. You’ll get a boost of self confidence and feel good knowing your energy and personal time is not being spent on your ex-partner. When you are dealing with break up feelings, it can help to lean on your family and close friends as your support system. Often, family and friends will encourage you to let get of your hatred of your ex and focus on your goals for the future. They can also offer guidance and support in a constant and accessible way. Don’t be afraid to ask for their help or advice if you are struggling with your feelings of anger and hatred. Leaning on family and friends during a hard time can make all the difference and give you the confidence you need to finally let go of negative feelings.
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Avoid contact with your ex partner or spouse. Practice self care. Make a list of goals for the coming year. Spend time with family and friends.