In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Although peripheral neuropathy typically begins in the lower limbs, specifically the feet, it also eventually effects the smaller peripheral nerves that innervate the fingers, hands and arms. As such, be vigilant about checking your hands for the above-mentioned potential symptoms and complications of diabetes.  Similar to the stocking-like distribution of diabetic foot symptoms, complications in the upper limbs progress in a glove-like pattern (from the hands and then up the arms). Diabetic-related symptoms in the hands can mimic or be misdiagnosed as carpal tunnel syndrome or Raynaud’s disease (arteries that narrow more than normal when exposed to cold temperatures). It's much easier to check and be aware of your hands on a regular basis compared to your feet because your feet are often encased in socks and shoes. The autonomic system includes the nerves that automatically control your heart rate, bladder, lungs, stomach, intestines, genitals, and eyes. Diabetes (hyperglycemia) can affect these nerves and cause a variety of complications, such as: increased heart rate, hypotension, urinary retention or incontinence, constipation, bloating, loss of appetite, difficulty swallowing, erectile dysfunction and vaginal dryness.  Uncontrolled sweating (or complete lack of sweating) in the feet or other parts of the body is a sign of autonomic neuropathy. Widespread autonomic neuropathy eventually causes organ dysfunction, such as heart disease and kidney failure. Both peripheral and autonomic neuropathies affect the eyes, as does the destruction of small blood vessels due to glucose toxicity. In addition to the concern of infection and potential foot/leg amputation, going blind is often the biggest fear of diabetics. Eye complications related to diabetes include difficulty adapting to low-light conditions, blurry vision, watery eyes and gradual reduced visual acuity leading to blindness.   Diabetic retinopathy affects blood vessels in the eye's retina and is the most common cause of vision loss among diabetics. In fact, adult diabetics are 2-5x more likely than those without diabetes to develop cataracts.  Diabetic eye disease also increases the risk of developing cataracts (clouding of the lens) and glaucoma (increased pressure and damaged optic nerve).
Summary: Look for similar symptoms in your hands. Check yourself for signs of autonomic neuropathy. Be alert to changes in your vision.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Undoubtedly, the process for a zoning permit will begin with an application form. Be sure you have the right form for your project, and fill it out completely. Make sure that you have all the additional paperwork and materials that are supposed to accompany the application. Many towns will provide a “checklist” so you can make sure you have everything you need for your application. When you have all the supporting material, including permissions and approvals of any required other individuals, gather your application together for filing.  Pay attention to which office to submit to. Sometimes you may just submit your application to the main clerk’s office at city hall, but sometimes you will be directed to submit the application directly to the zoning board or zoning director, or some other individual or office. To make sure your application does not get misplaced, send it to the correct office. Make sure you know how many copies to submit. Sometimes you may just need to file the one application. But some communities will require additional copies. In Pittsfield, NY, for example, you need to file 12 copies of your application and all attachments. Find out as part of your application process whether the community requires the payment of a fee for a zoning permit. Check with the clerk or someone in the zoning office to find out how you can pay this, and to whom any check should be written. Make sure you pay the appropriate fee for the type of proposal you are submitting. Different types of permits will often have different filing fees. If you are lucky, your application may simply be accepted, reviewed and approved without a hearing. But more often, you will probably need to attend a public hearing of the zoning board to address your application. When you file your application, you should check with the city clerk or someone in the zoning office to find out the procedure for such hearings. The scheduling of a meeting may be automatic, or it may be your responsibility to make sure that your application is scheduled for hearing.  For example, in Little Compton, Rhode Island, the Zoning Board meets the third Wednesday of each month to consider applications.  The city of Neillsville, Wisconsin, contains space on its application form for the Zoning Board to meet and record its action on any proposal. When you attend a zoning hearing, you need to be thoroughly prepared. You should have extra copies of your application package and all supporting materials. It may help if you have enlarged exhibits of the area map and your proposed project, to explain your application. You can never be sure if the meeting is a mere formality, or if the members of the zoning board are going to ask you very detailed questions. Try to be prepared for anything. If possible, depending on the area where you live, you may want to speak with individual members of the zoning board before the meeting. This can help you get a sense of the level of acceptance you can expect when you attend the hearing. Many communities list their zoning board members on their websites.
Summary: Complete the paperwork. Submit the completed paperwork. Include your filing fee, if any. Attend a hearing, if required. Treat the hearing seriously and professionally.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Rhubarb stalks should always be twisted clean from the crown, as twisting or pulling invigorates the roots to produce more. Pull gently, while twisting the stalk to ensure it comes away neatly.  If a stalk is difficult to remove, use a gardening shovel or shears to carefully cut it at the base. Make sure not to cut or damage the central bulb of the plant which can stunt its growth. This avoids over-stressing the rhubarb plant. Always keep at least 2 stalks on a plant to encourage it to produce again in the next season.  For example, if it’s the plant’s second season and there are 7 stalks, pick 2 stalks, leaving about 5 healthy stalks to continue growing. In a plant’s third season and later, you can remove 3 to 4 stalks per plant, since there will be more stalks on the plant. The leaves contain oxalic acid, which is poisonous and should not be eaten. Remove the leaves with your fingers or use a knife or kitchen scissors to carefully cut them off the stalk. Then throw them away or add them to the compost.  Leaving the leaves attached dries out the stalks and causes them to wilt faster. Make a rhubarb spray from the leaves to keep the pests off plants in your garden like broccoli, cabbage and Brussels sprouts. Do not feed the leaves to animals either! Never leave any broken stalks on the rhubarb plant as these can cause infections to grow. Either eat the pieces or discard them.  Remove any flowering stalks, too. This allows the plant to focus on growing healthier stalks instead of flowers.  Trim off leaves that are wilted or eaten by insects so they don't affect the rest of the plant.
Summary:
Twist and pull the stalks as close as possible to the base of the plant. Collect only a third of the stalks per plant each season. Pull or cut the leaves from the stalk and discard them. Tidy the plant by removing broken or flowering stalks from the base.