Article: Go online and simply search “Decor Style Quizzes” in order to get some direction. These quizzes will determine your personal style by having you choose between different rooms, accessories, and pieces of furniture. As you take the quiz, reflect on whether or not you could see yourself relaxing and/or entertaining guests in each space. Some styles that these quizzes may determine you have include:  Happy modern Warm industrial Eclectic collector Classic glam Keep in mind that a single style may not fit your tastes. Feel free to mix and match elements to create a unique, but cohesive, style. Buy some interior decorating magazines and cut out any rooms, furniture pieces, and accessories in the magazines that you like and then make a collage or scrapbook out of the clippings. Search your specific decor style on sites like Pinterest and save any pins that you like to your “Decor Style” board. This should help you develop a clearer sense of style. Include your specific style in your Pinterest search. For example, search “modern style large living room” or “traditional style large living room.” You likely already own several furniture pieces and accessories that fit your style, so go through your home and make note of what you enjoy having and what you’d like to replace. Get rid of the pieces that don’t fit your vision and purchase new pieces that stay true to your style.  If you can’t afford to get several new pieces at once, keep your current furniture and accessories and replace one at a time over the course of several months. To save money, consider changing the pieces you can without replacing them. For instance, you could paint an old boring dresser that you have a bright color or change the upholstery on your dining room chairs to better fit your style. You can also repurpose items to fit your needs. For instance, instead of buying a new coffee table, make one out of crates or a large trunk. As you’re trying to determine your style, consider who you are and what kind of life you live. For instance, if you’re always planning your next trip and are passionate about seeing the world, you may want to go for a boho world-traveler theme that incorporates bright worldly colors, antique furniture, and organic textures, such as wooden stools and leather poufs. Some other styles you may consider include:  Top-notch tastemaker: classic designer pieces, neutral backdrop, and high-tech gadgets. Life of the party: bold colors, playful accessories, and mixed patterns. Avoid displaying breakable items and using fabrics that stain easily if you have pets or children.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Take a quiz online to find your style. Look online and in magazines for inspiration. Go through what you already own before you purchase new pieces. Match your decor to your personality and lifestyle.
Article: Go around the house and double check that each of the doors is securely locked. Once your parents have left, lock the door behind them promptly. These doors should stay locked for the rest of the night.  Don't open the door for anyone you don't know or leave the house under any circumstances, unless there's a fire, break-in or another emergency.  Learn how to lock the door handle, deadbolt and chain if your doors have several different locks. If you own or are borrowing a cell phone, keep it near you at all times. If you live in a home with a landline phone, make sure that it's working and you can get to it in a hurry. Stay off of the phone unless it's an emergency or your parents have told you it's okay to call a friend.  Learn how to place emergency calls on a smartphone—this is usually as simple as pressing a button. Be able to recite your name, address and phone number in case you have to call 911. When caller asks to speak to one of your parents, don't tell them that they're not home. Instead, say something like "They're busy at the moment. Can I take a message?" If someone you know comes to the door, only open it long enough to tell them that your parents are in another part of the house and aren't available to talk.  Ask the person politely to call again or come back later. Unless you know who's knocking, it may be safest not to answer the door. Turn on enough lights so that there's at least one room visibly lit from all sides of the house. It may also be a good idea to switch on the TV or leave some music playing at a steady volume. Lights and sound make it look like there's people home, which can scare off burglars. Keeping your house well-lit inside and out will also allow you to spot anyone who happens to be prowling around. You'll need one to find your way around if the power goes out. Leave the flashlight in a central area, like the kitchen table or even your bedroom. That way, you won't be forced to grope around in the darkness to find it.  Test the flashlight to make sure the batteries work before you go off and forget about it. It's also not a bad idea to have some extra batteries on hand, just in case. It's unsafe to use candles or matches during a power outage. These can easily be dropped or knocked over, which could cause a fire.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Lock the doors. Stay close to a phone. Be prepared to answer the phone or door. Leave a few lights on around the house. Keep a flashlight nearby.
Article: Write down your ideas in a notebook. Some basics to bear in mind include:  Whether they’re geared toward children or adults, most great stories share a few basic elements: The main character, supporting characters, an interesting setting and a plot that includes a central conflict, trouble brewing, a climax, and a resolution. For non-fiction or informational works: The book needs to inform the reader about history, people, events, real things or how-to instructions. Picture books: These require a lot of illustration, usually in full color, which can make printing more expensive. Text is limited but needs to be both good and original––there is quite an art to limiting words and still putting across and excellent story. Many children’s books include a positive message, ranging from simple standards, like “share with others,” to more complex life lessons on topics like handling the death of a loved one or how to think about big issues like caring for the environment or respecting other cultures. It isn’t necessary to include a straightforward message, so don’t force it––if you do, your lesson may come off as heavy-handed, which won’t be appealing to kids. If writing fiction, this is your chance to write something silly, strange, nerdy, dreamy, fantastical. What inspired you as a child? Go there, explore those ideas. This doesn’t mean you should throw in something wacky for no good reason, though. Tap into feelings that are sincere and actions that make sense for your character. Readers can immediately pick up on writing that seems false, and that’s when they put down the book. And if writing non-fiction, this is your chance to share your knowledge and research with future generations of chefs, engineers, and artists! Importantly, be creative but also accurate––it's a fine balance between keeping it light and still ensuring that the content is fact-checked thoroughly and understandable or doable by children. Consider pitching the idea to a child, like a niece or nephew, cousin, or the child of a close friend. Children typically give very honest feedback, so they can help you evaluate if your story will be interesting to their age group.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Decide on the main components of your story. Consider incorporating a message for fiction works. Be creative.