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One factor to consider when trying to make your soap last longer is the type of soap you are buying in the first place. Soaps made out of harder fats and oils will last longer than those made out of softer, liquid oils. Unwrap the bar of soap and allow it to sit out in the open air for 6-8 weeks. This will allow the soap bar and its ingredients to harden more completely so it will last longer once you start using the soap and it starts getting wet regularly.  When unwrapping the bar of soap from its packaging, make sure to do so carefully in order to avoid scraping off parts of the soap itself. Some handcrafted soaps come pre-cured, so this is not a necessary step if you have purchased this type of soap. Smaller bars of soap will last longer because you are taking smaller pieces into the shower with you each time. This means that only the smaller piece gets wet during each shower, so the other pieces can remain dry the entire time until you are ready to use them. Cut your soap bars into halves, or even thirds, if possible. Only use one small piece at a time until it is gone. Diluting your bar soap into liquid soap will help it stretch farther over many more uses. Follow these simple instructions:  Use a grater to scrape pieces off your bar of soap. Take 1oz. of the grated soap and put it in a jar or other kind of container. Add 1-2 cups of clean, filtered water and let it sit overnight. Stir the mixture well before use.

summary: Consider the ingredients in the soap. Let the soap cure. Cut the bar of soap into smaller pieces. Convert bar soap into liquid soap.


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In the middle years of childhood, kids lie to protect themselves (or a friend or sibling) from getting into trouble or to prevent you from being angry or disappointed. Kids want everyone to be calm and happy (including themselves), and, if lying suits this purpose, then they'll do it. One of the worst things you can do as a parent is label a child by an offensive behavior. It is the behavior (i.e. lying) that you do not like, but labeling can make it seem as if the child is the problem. Even if you have noticed a consistent pattern of lying in your child, avoid saying the "L" word.  Instead, exercise the belief that your child can be honest. Kids should know that you have confidence in their truth-telling abilities, and that you see them as brave or courageous when they are honest - even when telling the truth is scary or hard. Sometimes, adults make the error of putting children into tight situations in which they are tempted to lie. For example, you walk into the living room and see a huge mess on the floor. You have three children. Asking "who made this mess?" in an upsetting tone only pushes each of your children to either lie about not having done it or blame it on someone else.  Recognize that being honest requires a great deal of courage, especially when the consequence of telling the truth is facing a red-faced, angry adult who is capable of inflicting punishment. Rather than putting your kids in a corner, simply verbalize your expectations. Say, "the living room isn't a storage space for toys, book bags, or clothes. I need it to be tidy in 20 minutes." If the child sees you lying, they might lie more often. This is not to say that if your child lies, it's your fault. However, parents must understand the old saying that what you do in moderation, your child does in excess. If your child has witnessed you telling little "white lies" or lying to get out of something, then they will see this behavior as acceptable - even if you warn them against it. In order to prevent this, portray honesty in your everyday actions as much as possible. Of course, there are some circumstances in which lying is done to protect someone else's feelings. Younger children usually cannot discriminate between these situations. So, as a rule of thumb, be truthful in your interactions with your children and others. Unlike younger children, kids over 5 typically know when they are lying, which means they know the difference between right and wrong. If they tell a lie to get themselves or someone else out of trouble, then they are already aware of their wrongdoing. Therefore, lecturing to them or going on and on about what they've done is not necessary. What is necessary is helping them to overcome the temptation to be disobedient. Boundary-setting can help alleviate this problem.  You can't realistically remove all opportunities for children to misbehave. However, you can minimize these opportunities by setting boundaries in your household and beyond. Look for ways to remove temptations to be disobedient and boost their chances of doing the right thing. For example, getting upset because your 7-year-old ate an entire bag of candy could have been prevented if the candy was not accessible in the first place. It is a fact that most children like candy. Leaving it in plain sight challenges your child's self-control. To overcome this issue, remove the temptation by putting candy away out of your child's reach. Increase the likelihood of your child making good choices by making healthy snacks more accessible. Frequent childhood lying can sometimes be a sign of an underlying condition or mental illness. If it seems like your child is lying for no clear reason, constantly testing adult limits, or lying without remorse, you may need to see a child psychologist. Frequent lying can be a sign of treatable conditions like:   Abuse victimization or trauma ADHD  Anxiety Conduct disorder Oppositional Defiant Disorder Personality disorders (in rare cases) Problems with self-esteem

summary: Examine the rationale behind lying at this age. Refrain from labeling your child as a "liar". Don't walk your child into a lie. Model honesty. Set better boundaries. Take action if lying could be a sign of a bigger issue.


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Once the dough is prepared, pour the cooking oil into a deep frying pan. Make sure to pour at least three inches of oil into the pan. Try to use a cooking oil with a high smoke point that is meant to be used in deep frying. Peanut oil, for example, has a high smoke point, while olive and vegetable oil do not. When frying mahamri, it’s essential that the oil is hot enough to properly fry the dough. To test whether or not the oil has heated completely, tear off a small corner of dough from one of the triangles and drop it into the pan. If the dough stays at the bottom of the pan for a couple seconds, then comes to the surface of the oil and starts to puff up, the oil is hot enough for frying. If the scrap of dough immediately rises to the top of the oil after you drop it in the pan and does not change size, you will need to keep heating the oil. Check after another five minutes to see whether the oil is ready. Drop in four dough triangles into the pan, making sure they don’t overlap. Use a spoon to splash oil over the top of the mahamri a few times while they are frying. After you notice that your mahamri are starting to turn golden brown on the bottom, flip them with a spatula. Cook them for a minute on this side until both sides are golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to scoop up the mahamri after they have finished frying. Place them on a large plate lined with paper towels, which will help soak up the excess oil. Repeat the same process of frying for the other sixteen mahamri, frying in batches of four at a time. After they have finished frying, place the mahamri on the platter lined with paper towels. Leave the mahamri to cool for a few minutes, then serve them while warm! Eat them alongside the traditional dish of pigeon peas cooked in coconut milk, or just enjoy them with a steaming mug of coffee or chai!
summary: Pour the oil into a wide, deep frying pan over medium heat. Test the oil. Drop four mahamri into the oil. Flip the mahamri. Remove the mahamri. Fry the other mahamri in batches. Serve while warm.