Problem: Article: This will most likely be the most physically challenging part of making brick from concrete. Using a commercially prepared dry mix of concrete materials is the easiest method. It is often referred to as Sak-crete and normally comes in 40-to-80-pound (18.1-to-36.2 kg) bags, which are then mixed in a wheelbarrow. Make a small hole in the middle of the dry mix using a shovel or a common garden hoe.  Begin adding small amounts of water in that small hole, preferably from a bucket rather than a hose for better control of the amount of water that is added at any one time. Mix the dry material and water together with the hoe or shovel, adding water until you have a concrete consistency that is workable. Use a measuring device for the water to ensure each batch has the same consistency. Too wet and it will want to push up the side and run under the forms. Too dry and it will not want to consolidate, but rather it will leave air voids in your concrete brick. If desired, you can or rent a small cement mixer from a hardware or home improvement store. Tap on the side of the forms with the brick forms filled. Tapping on the top afterward will force any trapped air out from inside of the concrete. Use a straight edge or 12-inch (30.5 cm) trowel to smooth off the top of the concrete level with the top of the forms. Allow it to dry for 24 hours. If using the brick to face an existing wall, use a scoring trowel to make groves in the brick. This will aid in mortaring the brick in place. Stack the bricks in a cool area to cure a suggested 2 weeks. Cover them up with a mover's blanket while they are curing and keep the blanket wet and covered with plastic sheeting. This will keep the bricks from cracking during the curing process. Once they have cured, you are ready to use them.
Summary: Make the concrete and pour it into the assembled molds. Put a bag of prepared concrete material in a wheelbarrow. Use a shovel to put the concrete into the forms. Strip the forms from the concrete bricks on the next day. Finished.

Problem: Article: The day of your toe injury, apply ice every 2 hours for 20 minutes at a time to reduce pain and swelling. Fill a plastic baggie with ice and wrap it in a towel before putting it on your toe, so that it’s not too cold. After the first day, ice for 20 minutes three to four times a day. If your toe is throbbing, lie down and elevate your foot with pillows to above the level of your heart. This should greatly reduce swelling. Do this for the first 48 hours after being injured. Ibuprofen and naproxen will reduce swelling and improve your pain. Acetaminophen will not help with swelling, but it will help with pain. You can get these at your pharmacy without a prescription. Only take them as instructed on the package. If you have heart disease, kidney problems, high blood pressure, or have ever had stomach ulcers, talk to your doctor before using these medications. Tight shoes will put uncomfortable pressure on your injured nail. Wear open-toed or loose fitting shoes to relieve pressure and improve healing. Do this as long as you need to in order to be comfortable.
Summary: Ice often on the first day. Elevate the foot. Take OTC pain relievers. Wear open or loose shoes for several weeks.

Problem: Article: Look for an object that’s at least as long as your body. Lie on the ground next to it to see if it’s taller than you to determine if you have space to comfortably spend the night. On top of being the main support for your lean-to, the rock or tree will act as a barrier against the wind and rain. If you can’t find anything that works, prop a long branch on 2 low tree limbs for the main support. Set the branches close together at a 45-degree angle so you have enough space to lie down underneath the shelter. Make sure there aren’t any cracks in between the branches or else wind or rain could easily get inside.  Use smaller branches to fill in any holes. For more stability, dig a trench in the ground for a place to rest the ends of the branches. Layer the insulation so it’s about 1 ft (0.30 m) thick. This will help fill any smaller cracks and add further protection against the outdoor elements. You may need to walk around a bit to find enough dead leaves and bark to cover the entire structure. Use sturdy, heavy branches that will weigh the insulation down. Keep adding branches until the insulation is completely covered. Collect as much dead foliage as you can and line the ground with it. This will add some comfort to your shelter when you lie down. Avoid using fresh green leaves since you may crush the moisture out of them and get your clothes damp.
Summary: Find a rock or fallen tree to build your lean-to against. Lean long fallen branches at an angle against the solid surface. Cover the structure with dead leaves and bark to shield against the elements. Lay more branches on top of the insulation so it doesn't blow away. Lay 3–4 in (7.6–10.2 cm) of dead, dry leaves on the ground inside.

Problem: Article: Provide a slightly optimistic answer that showcases your dreams for your career if you’re asked about your future. Describe the type of role you would find rewarding, if there isn’t a particular job you have your heart set on.  The question to expect: “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” If you’re an editor, you might say, “I’d love to be in a senior editorial role where I can mentor younger editors and publish meaningful work.” Describe how the company’s environment and your ideal working environment align. This will make you seem like a natural fit.  The question to expect: “What kind of work environment do you like best?” You might say, “I love to work in a group, which fits perfectly with your open cubicle environment and collaborative culture.” Provide an achievement directly relevant to the job you’re interviewing for, if asked about a past success. A relevant answer allows the interviewer to imagine you having similar success in your new job.  The question to expect: “What do you consider to be your greatest professional achievement?” If you’re interviewing for a sales job, you might say, “I’m most proud of the new relationships I’ve been able to develop for my current employer. I’ve brought in 200 new clients in the last year, doubling our new business compared to the previous year.” Dodge direct questions about your current salary during an early interview, as they may be used against you later in salary negotiations. Let the interviewer know the salary range you’re looking for, which is the information they’re really trying to find out anyway.  The question to expect: “What was your salary in your last job?” You might say, “I’m focusing on jobs in the $50,000 USD range. Is this role in that range?” Describe the desirable skills you would learn in the job at hand that would help you in your dream role. Creating a story makes this job seem like a natural part of achieving your future goals.  The question to expect: “Describe your dream job.” You might say, “I’d love to be the owner of a leading grocery store chain. That’s why learning the basics of good customer service in a role like this one is so important to me.”
Summary:
Show ambition in describing your future career. Highlight how the company’s environment will work well for you. Share achievements that let the interviewer imagine you in the position. Deflect questions about past salary. Identify things about the job that will lead to your dream job.