INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Next swing your upper body through so that the silks make a V down your torso. It's easier to do this move from a climb instead of from on the ground. This is a very relaxing move. Flipping upside down makes the Half-Buddha more dangerous than the others, so make sure you're ready and be careful.

SUMMARY: Separate the silks. Squat down so your knees point outward. Lean forward, and gravity will pull you upside down.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Handling your hamster is a great way to bond with your hamster, but he will need some time to adjust to his new home. Give him about 12 to 24 hours to explore his cage and become comfortable with his surroundings. During this time, you can gently talk to him or interact with him, but do not put your hand in his cage. Your hamster will need a large cage so that he has plenty of space to run and play. The minimum size cage is 59 cm x 36 cm X 25 cm (approximately 23 in x 14 in x 10 in). Ideally, his cage should also have some tubing and ladders. Hamsters do not see very well and typically use their nose to pick up on cues from their environment. For example, if you have just eaten something and then go to handle your hamster, he will smell the food on your hands and may try to bite you. If you have more than one hamster, one hamster could pick up on the scent of the one that you just handled, which could be perceived as being attacked by the other hamster.  Use unscented soap to wash your hands If you are handling multiple hamsters, wash your hands before and after handling each hamster. Before your hamster will be comfortable with you handling him, he will first need to get used to your hand. Place your hand in his cage and leave it there for him to sniff and explore. If he tries to bite or nibble your hand, pull your hand away slowly and gently blow on his face to discourage that behavior.  Hamsters are prey animals, so putting your hand in his cage could resemble a bird reaching down to swoop him up. The more comfortable he becomes with your hand, the less afraid he will be of you picking him up. It may take anywhere from a few hours to a few days before he is used to your hand. Feeding him treats can also help him get used to your hand being in his cage. When your hamster no longer sees your hand as a threat, you can start picking him up. Slowly reach into the cage and let him see and sniff your hand first. Then, place one hand under his chest and one hand on his bottom and gently lift him up towards you. Talk to him in a gentle voice and make sure not to squeeze him too tightly.  Sitting on the ground or standing over a tabletop are the best places to hold him. Your hamster may want to jump, which could cause injury, so you want to make sure that you are as close to a solid surface as possible. After you pick him up, you can also try lying back on the floor and allowing him to walk around on your chest.  If you are having trouble picking him up in your hands, you could also lift him outside of his cage by gently nudging him into a cup or small bowl. Keep in mind that hamsters generally do not enjoy being handled for long periods of time. Begin by holding him for a few seconds and gradually increase the amount of time that you hold him. If he gets squirmy, place him back in his cage as gently and slowly as you picked him up. Because they are prey animals, hamsters are wary of sudden changes in their environment. Slowly reaching in and picking up your hamster will help reduce his fear that he is being scooped up by a predator. Hamsters generally do not respond to punishment because they cannot make a clear association between the behavior and the consequences. Rather than yelling or hitting your hamster, you can gently blow on his face and say “no” in a firm voice. The air on his face will probably cause him to rear back and squint. That should be enough to discourage him from biting you again.

SUMMARY: Let your hamster adjust to his new environment. Wash your hands. Place your hand inside the cage. Pick him up. Do not punish your hamster if he bites.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A fiber brush is useful because it can easily enter the grooves of the record to remove dirt. Additionally, the type of fiber easily drains static electricity which is responsible for attracting dust. To use, spin the record slowly while holding the brush over the vinyl. Special brushes can be purchased at your local music store or online.  Use the brush to clean your records both before and after each record use. Don’t forget to clean the dust off of the brush between uses too. Avoid using a T-Shirt or towel as this can damage the surface of your vinyl. There are pre-formulated cleaning products available both online and at local music stores, but you can also make a safe and affordable cleaner at home. Combine distilled water, isopropyl alcohol, and a couple drops of laundry detergent #without fragrance or dyes#, spray onto the vinyl, and use a microfiber cloth to wipe in a circular motion until the vinyl is dry.  Combine 12 oz distilled water, 2 oz alcohol, 2 drops free and clear laundry detergent, into a spray bottle. It’s important to use distilled water because it doesn’t have any minerals that could be harmful to the record. Vinyl record vacuums provide a deeper clean than brushing and cleaning products alone. The vacuum sucks the debris out of the grooves with as little friction as possible. In addition, vacuums are able to apply a thin layer of cleaning fluid which dissolves oils and further protects the record.  Each record vacuum is different so consult included with the device to learn to operate the device correctly. As an added bonus, the vacuum also helps to dry the record in an even fashion.

SUMMARY:
Use a carbon fiber brush. Try using a cleaner. Purchase a vinyl record vacuum cleaner.