INPUT ARTICLE: Article: iMessage requires a free Apple ID. You will log into each device with this ID. iMessages will be synced across all of your devices. You can create a free Apple ID at appleid.apple.com/account. You'll need to enter a valid email address in order to verify the account. Once you have an Apple ID, you can use it to log into your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. You can use your ID to log into multiple devices.  Open the Settings app and select "Messages". Toggle "iMessage" on and tap "Use your Apple ID for iMessage" (iPhone only). Enter your Apple ID and password. iMessage may take a moment to activate. You can send and receive iMessages from your OS X computer running Mountain Lion or later.  Open the Messages app. You can find this in your Dock or in your Applications folder. Click the "Messages" menu and select "Preferences". Ensure that your Apple ID is selected. If you aren't logged in with your Apple ID, click the + button and log in. Check the "Enable this account" option. You can now send and receive iMessages.

SUMMARY: Create an Apple ID. Log into your iOS device with your Apple ID. Enable iMessage on your OS X computer.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: In order to make your apology sincere, you have to actually understand where you were at fault. There is a difference between being sorry you made your teacher mad and being sorry you did not do the homework that made your teacher mad. Understanding what you did wrong will help you figure out what to say to your teacher when you do apologize. For example, you'd say one thing when apologizing for being rowdy in class, and you'd say a different thing when apologizing for forgetting your homework. If you feel really nervous about apologizing to your teacher practice ahead of time. Write down what you want to say and practice in front of the mirror, a trusted friend, sibling, or parent. This way you will be able to get all of the kinks of the apology out before you are in front of the teacher. Start with something simple, such as: "I am sorry for disrupting class." When you feel more comfortable, add: "I promise not to do it again." The best time is when your teacher is not busy or trying to teach, which may be before or after school, during the teacher's lunch, or during a free period in their day. It is important that your apology is timely (preferably only a day or two after the incident), not three months after the incident.  Ask for a minute of their time: "Mr. Smith, may I please speak with you for a moment?” Most teachers will write their office hours on the class green sheet. Office hours are a great time to visit your teacher and apologize.
Summary: Reflect on what you did wrong. Practice ahead of time. Find a good time to talk to them.

Measure out the amount of butter you need for your recipe and cut it off the stick with a chef’s knife. Then use your knife to cut the pieces into 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) chunks so it softens faster. Put all of the chunks in a microwave-safe container. You don’t need to cut the butter, but it will make it soften faster in your microwave.
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One-sentence summary -- Cut the butter into 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) squares.

Q: Once you make the fondant, it will need to rest for about eight hours. Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to make the fondant in advance of making the cake. For the fondant, you will need the following supplies:  Large mixing bowl Small saucepan Mixing spoon Plastic wrap Large sealable plastic bag Sift the powdered sugar into a large bowl. Sifting will remove lumps and make the job of forming a smooth fondant much easier. Use your finger or a spoon to make a well in the center of the sugar for the wet ingredients. If you don’t have a sifter, put the sugar in the bowl and whisk it to remove lumps. Pour the cold water into a small saucepan and sprinkle the gelatin over the water. Set it aside for five minutes to give the gelatin time to soften.  After five minutes, heat the gelatin and water over low heat, stirring until the gelatin is fully dissolved. Once dissolved, remove the gelatin from the heat. Add the glucose and glycerine to the gelatin mixture and stir to fully combine. Finally, add the almond extract and stir to incorporate. You can add any extract you like for flavor in place of the almond extract. Be sure to use clear extracts, because colored flavorings (like vanilla) will color the fondant, which needs to be white for Hello Kitty. Pour the gelatin mixture into the well in the center of the sugar. Stir to incorporate all the sugar. Turn the dough out onto a flat surface covered with a dusting of powdered sugar.  Knead the fondant with your hands until it becomes a stiff dough. If the fondant becomes too sticky, sprinkle it with a dusting of powdered sugar. Roll the fondant into a ball and wrap it tightly in a layer of plastic wrap. Then transfer the wrapped fondant to a sealable plastic bag. Push out all the air and seal the bag.  Set the fondant aside on the counter and let it rest for about eight hours. The cornstarch called for in this recipe will be used when you roll out the fondant.
A: Get your equipment ready. Sift the sugar. Dissolve the gelatin. Add the remaining ingredients. Combine the ingredients and knead the fondant. Rest the fondant.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Use distilled white vinegar and, if possible, distilled or filtered water. If you don’t have those on hand, tap water will work fine. Put them in an empty spray bottle, attach the nozzle and shake briefly to combine them.   Spray this mixture on kitchen and bathroom countertops, stovetops, backsplashes, toilet surfaces, tile, flooring and almost any smooth surface you wish. Wipe it up with a paper towel or sponge. Vinegar and water solutions can help eliminate dirt, soap scum, sticky spills and hard water. Mix one part lemon juice, one part white vinegar and two parts water in a spray bottle. Replace the nozzle and give it a shake. Spray the solution on smooth surfaces you want to disinfect, such as in the kitchen or bathroom. This mixture can typically eliminate 99% of bacteria from surfaces, making it ideal for sanitization. If the vinegar and water solution isn’t getting rid of a carpet stain, add a teaspoon of mild dish soap to the spray bottle. Give it a shake, then spray it directly onto the stain. Allow it to soak for about two minutes, then gently blot at the spill with a clean towel or sponge. To clean heavy soap scum and mineral deposits, skip the water and pour white distilled vinegar into a spray bottle, straight from the jug. Replace the nozzle. Spray the solution onto the affected area, scrub with a brush or sponge and rinse with water.  Use undiluted solutions for soap scum on shower walls and hard water deposits. For toilets, pour straight vinegar right into the bowl. Try disinfecting cutting boards with undiluted vinegar. Mix equal parts white vinegar and water, then pour them into a heat-safe bowl. Place the bowl in your microwave or conventional oven. Microwave or heat the solution long enough to bring it to a boil. Let it cool down a bit before you open the door. Odors will be eliminated and splattered food will be loosened and easy to wipe away. Measure out 1 cup (240 mL) of rubbing alcohol, 1 cup (240 mL) of water and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar. Pour them into a spray bottle. Spray the mixture onto glass, mirrors, ceramic tiles and chrome finishes, then wipe with a paper towel or microfiber cloth.   This mixture is effective for cleaning and polishing glass surfaces. For a pleasant citrus scent, add one or two drops of orange essential oil to the mixture.

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Mix equal parts water and vinegar in a spray bottle. Add lemon juice to disinfect surfaces. Add dish soap for persistent stains on carpet. Tackle tough stains and grime with undiluted vinegar. Put vinegar and water in a bowl to clean microwaves and ovens. Mix vinegar, rubbing alcohol and water to create a glass cleaner.