Article: Whenever you make a request or you need to ask for something, start by saying “please.” That way, it doesn’t sound like you’re demanding the other person to do things for you. Once someone completes the task that you asked them to do, respond by saying “thank you” so the other person knows you’re grateful for what they just did.  For example, you may say, “Can you please hand me that book?” Once they hand you the book, say, “Thank you.” Say “thank you” whenever someone helps you in a small way, such as a person ringing you up at a store or a person taking your order at a restaurant. If someone says “thank you” to you, respond with “you’re welcome” to stay polite. If you’re getting together with someone and you haven’t met before, introduce yourself by name and ask them what their name is. When they say their name, repeat it so you have a better chance at remembering it later on. Offer your hand for a handshake and use a firm grip, but not so firm that you hurt the other person.  For example, you can say, “Hi, my name is James. What’s yours?” Different cultures and countries have different manners when it comes to introductions, so make sure you’re familiar with the etiquette where you are. If you’re with another person and you run into somebody you know, be sure to introduce them to one another if they haven’t met before. For example, you may say, “Hi John, this is Melissa. Melissa, this is John.” to other people without interrupting them. When another person starts talking, make eye contact with them and pay attention to what they’re saying so you can carry on the conversation. Avoid trying to talk over them or cutting them off since you’ll come across as rude. Once the person is done speaking, respond to what they just said so they know you were listening to what they were telling you. If you and another person start talking at the same time, stop and ask them to continue to show that you care about what they have to say. Inappropriate language can come across as rude, especially when you use it in public conversation. Do your best to try and eliminate curse words from your vocabulary while you’re talking with other people. Rather than saying the word, try to find a replacement or just pause during your conversation to recollect your thoughts and plan out what you’re going to say.  For example, you may use the words “dang” or “darn” in place of harsher curse words. You may also find more descriptive adjectives in place of bad words. For example, instead of saying something is “f***ing great,” you may say it was “amazing” instead.
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Use “please” and “thank you” when you’re asking for something. Introduce yourself by name when you meet someone for the first time. Listen Avoid using bad language.
Article: Traditional Thai coffee actually uses a blend of ground coffee beans, corn, and soybeans. Place 2 tablespoons (26 g) of Thai coffee powder in a stainless steel muslin coffee filter that's fitted over a small saucepan. You can find Thai coffee at Asian grocery stores or online retailers.
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Place the coffee powder in a filter over a saucepan.
Article: Use a soft, lint-free cloth to go over all of your furniture before you wipe it down. This will lift any dust and other small particles that might otherwise get ingrained into your furniture when washing. Feather dusters aren’t as effective for furniture because a feather duster won’t lift any particles. Some feather dusters also have sharp quills which could scratch your furniture. Unless you know for sure what kind of finish your furniture is, paint, stain, or another treatment, it’s best to start with the least harmful cleaning products on a small area. Grab a cotton ball or soft cloth. Moisten your cotton ball or cloth with warm water and add a drop of dish soap or dishwashing detergent. Start wiping an inconspicuous area of your wooden furniture like the inside of a leg.  Right now, you want to test to see if the detergent is going to be harmful to your wood furniture. Let the treated area sit for a minute or so and look for any discoloration. If you don’t notice any unwanted change, your solution is safe. If you do notice a change, then continue with only warm water and a damp cloth. If you didn’t notice a change when you tested your furniture. You can mix water and dish soap in a bucket. Mix 1 gallon (3.8 L) of warm water and 1/2 cup of liquid dish detergent. You want to add enough soap so your water is soapy. Start wiping down your furniture with a damp cloth that you dipped in your solution.  Be careful not to soak the wood. Keep your cloth or sponge damp but not soaking wet. Too much water will ruin the wood. You can also use mineral oil to clean your wood in addition to or as a substitution to detergent. After you’ve thoroughly wiped down your wood, protect it by applying a wax or finish. You can find a variety of wood-specific sprays and polishes at any home goods store or grocery store. Look for sprays that contain silicone oil for protection. For waxing, use only a soft cotton cloth or wax brush. Apply the wax a little at a time and rub it into the wood in a circular motion.  Once the wax begins to look dry or hazed over, grab a new cotton cloth or wax brush and buff the wax going in small circles over the waxed area. Different waxes will require you to wait different amounts of time before buffing. Read the directions on your wax for best results. Test a rub-on oil, spray, or wax on a small area of wood to ensure it does not cause damage to the wood's finish.
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Dust your furniture. Start on a small surface. Mix water and dish soap. Wax or polish your wood.