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Before you can begin refinishing your pool, you’ll need to be sure that you can afford it. The average resurfacing project costs around $6 per square foot. Add up the total square footage of your pool and multiply it by 6 to get a ballpark estimate of how much you can expect to spend.  Certain longer-lasting surfacing materials like fiberglass or tile may add considerably to the overall cost of your project.  This estimate only covers the costs of basic materials, and may not account for extensive repair work or additional equipment that may be necessary to see the project through. Start by removing all patio furniture, electronics and other accessories from the pool area and storing them in a separate location. Stripping a swimming pool tends to spread lots of dust and debris. If you’re not careful, you could ruin more delicate items and leave yourself with a big mess to clean up. Tape a few tarps or weather-resistant drop cloths down around the outer perimeter of the pool. Be sure to also throw one over any nearby furniture or appliances you can’t find storage space for. While the pool is still full, check to make sure the jets, filters, skimmers and lights are all working the way they’re supposed to. If there’s a problem with any of the pool’s equipment, you’ll be able to address it before the actual resurfacing gets underway.  Take a close look at each of these areas and perform a few quick tests, like turning the underwater lights off and on and running your hand over the jets to feel whether they’re circulating water correctly. Keep an eye out for debris and other large obstructions that may be clogging the skimmers.

summary: Estimate your budget for the project. Clear the surrounding area. Protect the area around the pool. Confirm that the pool’s other features are functional.


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Find out if your church follows the tradition of collecting donations from the congregation and distributing them to the less fortunate on Boxing Day. Ask if they need any assistance. If they do, donate your time. Embody the spirit of charitability by giving and finding organizations who need volunteers for programs that day. Collect food and/or donations for a food drive. Assist in a soup kitchen. Donate blood. Contribute to improving the lives of others. Since charity is needed all year round, use Boxing Day to plan your calendar for the upcoming year. Search online for future events in which you could be of assistance. Plan a budget so you can donate to your favorite charities on a regular basis. If you haven’t already, give a holiday bonus to your doorman, postal worker, delivery person, and anyone else who provides you with regular service. Although this used to be a strong tradition that originated back when house servants lived onsite with their employers, offering holiday bonuses on Boxing Day itself has waned since carrying over to the modern era. Since many of the people you wish to tip may have the day off, be sure to tip them ahead of time. Buy a stuffed bird and a birdcage light enough to carry. Dress up in fancy women’s fashion. Parade around town and ask for donations from passersby on the street, customers at pubs and restaurants, or by knocking on houses from door to door.  Originally actual wrens were hunted down and killed to use as props, but stick to using a stuffed bird instead to avoid upsetting people today. In earlier days, donations were usually collected to fund a dance on the same night. Although some localities might still have this tradition, many collections are now donated to charity. “Good King Wenceslas” is a popular carol that’s specific to Boxing Day. The album “Bells of Dublin” by the Irish band The Chieftains also features three Boxing Day carols: “The St. Stephen’s Day Murders,” “The Arrival of the Wren Boys” and “A Wren in the Furze.”

summary: Volunteer for church functions. Donate your time elsewhere. Plan ahead. Tip people who provide you service. Be a Wren boy.


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Cook the meat thoroughly before adding it on top of your salad. Leave the meat in strips for a fancy looking topping or cube it to mix it into the rest of the salad.  Precooked bacon bits can be purchased at the grocery store either in the spice section or near the salad dressings. Use grilled meats rather than fried meats to keep your salads healthy. You can use either whole walnuts or chop them to spread them throughout your salad. Place a few walnuts on the plate so you have a source of healthy fats and proteins in your meal. Use candied walnuts to add a hint of sweetness to your salad! Slice blueberries, strawberries, or oranges to line the outside of the salad if it's on a plate or on top if it's in a bowl. Adding fruit will give the salad some sweetness as well as some acidity. Adding fruit will add color and brightness to the plate as well as enhance the flavor of your salad Pinch the feta in between your fingers to evenly sprinkle it on top of your salad. The cheese will add a flavor of creaminess and help further balance the dish. Use shredded cheddar or parmesan as an alternative to feta or goat cheese. Croutons are cubed pieces of baked bread often spiced with herbs to add flavor and crunch to your salads. Use a small handful after you've dressed your salad to give your salad a different texture. You can either buy pre-packaged croutons or make your own at home.
summary: Put bacon or chicken on your salad for a more filling meal. Sprinkle walnuts on top to add fat and non-meat protein. Line the salad with fresh fruit. Crumble feta or goat cheese on top to add fat to the dish. Top the salad with croutons for crunch.