Q: In the event a routine cleaning does not restore cubic zirconia's luster, follow up by soaking it. Make a soak for the jewelry using three parts hot water and one part mild dish detergent. Gently set your cubic zirconia in the water/detergent mixture so it's fully submerged. There is no precise amount of soaking time required, but let the gem sit for at least a couple of minutes. Under the faucet, rinse the mixture off the cubic zirconia. Rinse it until the water runs clear. Then, pat the zirconia completely dry with a clean cloth. If both cleaning and soaking do not restore cubic zirconia's shine, it's time to seek professional treatment. A high-pressure steam clean may be needed, which should be done by a professional jeweler.
A: Mix detergent and water. Submerge your cubic zirconia in the mixture. Rinse and dry your cubic zirconia. See a jeweler if this does not work.

Q: Like light reds, light white wines generally have an alcohol content below 12.5 percent. These wines include sauvignon, pinot grigio, and pinot blanc. They are best paired with lighter foods, such as:  Salads Raw and cooked green vegetables Light fish Seafood Chicken Sweet wines have more residual sugar leftover from the fermentation process. Sweet wine is the opposite of dry wine. Sweet white wines include Riesling, moscato, and Gewurztraminer. These are ideal with:  Soft cheeses like brie Smoked meats Cured meats Desserts Carbohydrates Chicken and pork Full-bodied whites generally have an alcohol content above 13.5 percent. Wines in this category include chardonnay, white rioja, and marsanne. The bold flavor of the wine and high alcohol content goes well with rich foods, including:  Salmon Lobster Chicken and pork Potatoes Breads Roasted vegetables Sparkling wine has a high carbon dioxide content, and this gas makes the wine fizzy. Examples of sparkling wine include Prosecco, brut, and Champagne. These types of wines are great compliments for foods like:  Hard and soft cheeses Salads Raw and cooked greens Light fish and seafood The challenge when pairing wine with spicy foods is that the wine can accentuate the heat, rather than complementing the flavors. The best pairing for spicy food is a white wine that’s sweeter than it is dry, light and lower in alcohol content, and with fruity hints. Good wines for spicy food include:  Riesling Gewurztraminer Viognier Gruner
A: Buy light whites for veggies and fish. Couple sweet light whites with sweet, salty, and smoky foods. Complement full-bodied whites with rich foods. Opt for sparkling wine for light foods and cheese. Choose fruity, sweet, and light white wines for spicy food.

Q: You may want to double-check that you can finish a run as long as the event that you’ve prepped for. Resist the urge! It’s important to go easy on yourself so you’ve got the maximum amount of energy for the run.  If you feel like you’re going to go wild without some physical activity, you can always do yoga, stretch, or dance. Remember to sleep, too. If you live in a town that annually holds a big race, you might have noticed that the night before, the town often holds a giant pasta dinner in town hall or a public park. The carbohydrate consuming that you did during your training should reach a frenzy right before the race. Lean into it--food is fuel, and pasta is delicious. If you have a running group or squad, have a pasta potluck and wish each other luck the night before. Start off on the day of the big race by waking up with extra time. Do a few dynamic stretches or jumping jacks, or anything to get your blood pumping, Make sure you don't push yourself too hard, though. Save your energy for the race. Fiber and hydration are important now more than ever. If you’re not usually a breakfast person, it’s still important to eat something. A healthy breakfast of complex carbohydrates and a little protein and fat, paired with a big glass of water, can really help you run faster.  Some great breakfast ideas include oatmeal with peanut butter; a banana with a handful of nuts; and toast, dates, and protein spread. Avoid sugary foods such as donuts or muffins for breakfast, as they won't give you any energy or stamina for your run. A big glass of water (around 16 ounces) is a good idea in the hour leading up to the race; dehydration is real, and drinking a moderate amount of water will help you avoid it. Plan to supplement this with water stops along the route, but don't overdo it. If you drink too much water during the race, it'll end up slowing you down.  Check if there will be hydration stations available during the race. If not, you can run with a small water bottle. There's a performance aspect to running a race, and it's possible to get a little nervous in the hours leading up to it. This is one case in which you don't want to meditate or nap if you're anxious. After all, if you get too relaxed, you won't run as well. So shoot for a physically and mentally calm, but alert, state.  Deep breathing and gentle stretching can help prepare both your body and mind. Try tensing your already-tense muscles, then relaxing them.  It may seem simple, but smiling helps transform your outlook and relax your body. Try it! You’ve been training for weeks or months, and you’re all ready to begin your long-distance run. No matter what happens, be proud of yourself! You set a goal and sweated a lot as you worked toward it. Hopefully, your first race is so fun that you decide to stick with long-distance running.
A: Don’t push too hard before the race. Eat extra carbs. Wake up and move around. Eat a good breakfast. Hydrate to dominate. Warm up and psych down. Do your best.

Q: This will ensure that you arrange the leaves in a thoughtful way rather than quickly rushing to push them on. Look at at the leaves you have and imagine how they'll look and try to line them up in readiness for pressing on the candle.  Hold it in place from the wick for 1 to 2 minutes. Ensure that it is all submerged. Place the leaves onto the softened candle surface, using tweezers. Press in place gently. Work quickly, once the wax solidifies, the leaves are stuck in place and no more can be added. The leaves will be sealed behind a new layer of melted wax. Further dipping in the hot water will shift the pressed leaves further into the candle. Bear this in mind if adding more layers of leaves, as some will be deeper in, some closer to the outside if you approach this in several goes. Aim for an even distribution. Let set. These candles will keep for a very long time, but you may need to infuse more essential oil after long-term storage.
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Consider designing the leaf pattern first. Fill the long jar with boiling water. Dip the candle into the water. Remove from the jar and place on parchment paper. Dip the candle into the hot water again. Drip a few drops of essential oil down the sides of the candle before it solidifies. Repeat with as many candles as you'd like to make.