INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Look up organizations that make wigs for people with cancer, Alopecia, etc. Find one that you like and know the requirements for a hair donation. The policies vary amongst organizations, and some may or may not take your hair.  Two organizations, Pantene and CWHL (Children With Hair Loss) accept donations of 8 inches (20.3 cm) or more. Locks of Love and Wigs for Kids accept donations only of 10 and 12 inches, respectively. If it's curly, pull it straight to measure. Make sure your hair is not chemically damaged (dyed repeatedly), very dead (split ends), or dirty, and is at least 8–12 inches (20.3–30.5 cm) long (depending on the organization). Hair like this is often not accepted.  Be sure you don't waste your hair or your efforts!  There is a difference between colored and bleached hair. Each organization is different, but just because you've colored your hair doesn't necessarily mean that you're out of the running to help. Gray hair is appreciated just as much! Most organizations have a form online that you can fill out to accompany your donation. If you want to remain completely anonymous you may choose to do so, but if you want verification that your donation was received, this step is necessary. This may be as simple as including your name and address. And if it takes a couple of months to hear back, don't fret. Sometimes the organizations are running low on help and it takes time to get everything organized. You can always call or inquire online if you're curious.

SUMMARY: Do your research. Prepare your hair. Fill out the form.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You can make the contest “winner takes all” or you can divvy up prizes between first, second and third place finishers. Some groups enjoy a cash prize while other groups give away movie passes, gift cards or privileges, like a chance to leave work early. Trips or gym memberships also make great prizes. A consultation with a personal trainer, an appointment with a dietitian, a guest speaker or a healthy recipe swap can all be organized and paid for with a portion of member dues. Get together for a healthy dinner or have a party to announce the winners.
Summary: Choose who receives prizes. Decide whether to give away cash or rewards. Designate some member money to pay for extras in addition to prizes. Consider a reception.

Feel the seed pods near the flowers to see if they are hard to the touch. At this point, most of the leaves will have fallen off of the stalk. Hold the top of the stalk and cut just below the lowest seed pod with a sickle.  In the United States, harvest usually takes place in October. Leave any fallen leaves in the soil to use as compost for next year. Lay a tarp down in a well-ventilated area so it lays flat on the ground. Hold the stems in your non-dominant hand and then hit them with a baseball bat or stick to break the seeds off over the tarp. Once you’ve threshed all your crops, gather all the seeds in the center of the tarp. If you are working with a large crop, use an industrial machine thresher. Transfer the seeds into a 5 US gal (19 L) bucket. Hold the bucket 1 foot (30 cm) over a second empty bucket and pour the seeds into it. When you do this, any residue from the stem will blow away. Pour the seeds back and forth 6-10 times to completely clean them.  If there isn’t a breeze, point a fan at the buckets when you pour them. Use an industrial winnower if you’re working with a large crop. Store the seeds in a large container sealed with a lid. Keep the container in a large fridge or in a cool area so the seeds don’t germinate. Otherwise, they may burst and become germ infested. You can keep seeds in a burlap sack if they have a moisture level less than 12%.
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One-sentence summary -- Harvest hemp seeds with a sickle after 16 weeks. Thresh the seeds onto a tarp. Winnow the seeds to remove any residue. Keep the seeds in an area between 32–40 °F (0–4 °C).

Q: Each cat will want to play in particular ways and at particular times, so pay attention to your cat’s preferences. Following a few tips can help you keep your cat happy and interested:  Don’t let your cat win all the time, or lose all the time.  Don’t force your cat to play with you. If it doesn’t seem interested in one thing, try another. If it’s still not interested, wait and try playing another time.  Stop playing if your cat becomes unusually aggressive. It might need to “cool off” for a while, or it might prefer to play a different way. If you notice signs that your cat doesn’t want to play, or is having trouble playing, don’t force it to. You may need to contact a veterinarian if you see signs that your cat is in pain, such as:  Hesitation before jumping Walking slowly up stairs or over other obstacles Not landing correctly when jumping If you have an indoor cat, or an outdoor cat that spends time indoors, then you want it to play freely while staying safe. For instance:  Store cleaning supplies and other chemicals in securely sealed containers out of your cat’s reach. Certain common houseplants (like ivy and mistletoe) are toxic to cats, so keep them away. Cats sometimes like to crawl into small or dark places like cabinets and closets. Make sure that your cat does not get trapped inside one, especially if it has a habit of crawling inside. If you have a cat that spends all or part of its time outdoors, you can have fun watching it pounce, stalk, and hide. You can give it toys or let it play with things it finds outside. Just make sure to give your cat a tag in case it gets lost, and make sure it is protected from anything dangerous (poisonous plants, predators, cars, etc.).
A: Play with your cat often, but know its limits. Have fun with your cat but make sure it’s not in pain. Catproof your house. Catproof your outdoor area.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Perhaps you feel self-conscious about speaking in front of people. Maybe you are uncomfortable with coming across as assertive or confrontational. Analyze your own thought patterns, and consider that you may need to work on more than just your speaking voice. Own your words, and don't be afraid of what anyone else thinks. Notice when you are being hesitant, and check the impulse in yourself. Try to overcome a fear of judgment.  Try not to apologize or hedge the things you say. If you are always hesitating, then you won't speak as loudly as you are able. Speak to a person as though he or she is your equal, not your superior. Try to suppress low self-esteem and "fake it until you make it." When you are having a conversation or speaking with a group of people, try to speak at roughly the same volume that they are. Be aware of the energy of the conversation. Speak loudly when the energy is high, and speak softly when the energy is low. You don't always need to speak loudly to be heard!

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Think about how you feel when you speak. Practice speaking with confidence. Match the volume of the people around you.