Q: Passwords are case-sensitive. Typing “password” isn’t the same as typing “PASSWORD”. It's located in the upper right corner of your browser.   It's located in the sidebar on the left. Here, you'll be able to see any sign-in activity in the past 28 days. Click the back button (left arrow) in the top left corner of your browser next to the URL address bar.  If you see any strange sign-in activity or devices you don't recognize, click “Secure your account” at the top of the page.
A: Log into your Gmail account. Click your avatar. Click “My Account”. Click on “Sign-in & security”. Click “Device activity & notifications”. Click “Review events” under “Recent security events”. Go back. Click “Review devices” under “Recently used devices”. Secure your account.

Q: While you may feel like flying is a special occasion, don't dress up to your international flight. Flights overseas are long, and you'll want to wear loose, comfortable clothes. If your flight is especially long, consider packing a pair of sweats for your flight in your carry-on. Change back into your original clothes for the landing. Some airports offer long-term parking rates for your car while you're away. Call or email about the long-term car storage options and the costs of each choice. If car storage isn't an affordable option for you, use a shuttle service, hire a taxi, or ask a friend/family member to drive you there. Check in for your flight as early as possible to go through security and board on time. You'll also have time to use the bathroom or grab something to eat before you depart. While you're waiting for your flight, bring something to relieve boredom: keep a book, journal, or game in your carry-on to entertain you while waiting. Dehydration is a common problem on long flights, which can lead to exhaustion or irritability. Buy a large water bottle to fill up before you board the flight so you can take it in your carry-on. Avoid drinking alcohol or caffeine before and during your flight, as both can lead to dehydration. Most nations require you to mark on an official form what goods you bring with you to their country. Which items you must declare depends on the country. You will likely receive your customs form at the airport and during the flight. Fill it out while on the plane so you are prepared for landing.  Some countries require a customs form for each person traveling while others require one per family. Check beforehand to know which forms you must fill out. Most countries require declaration of: alcoholic drinks, tobacco, animals, seeds, soils, medication, and animal products. International flights involve crossing time zones and long, uncomfortable plane rides. Both can disrupt your sleep schedule. Bring a sleeping mask and earplugs with you, and consider taking an over-the-counter sleep aid to help you adjust to the new time zone.
A: Wear comfortable clothing to your flight. Check with your airport about car parking rules for international flights. Arrive at the airport two to three hours before your flight. Stay hydrated. Declare your items for customs. Prepare for jet lag.

Q: Seashells can either be gathered from the beach or purchased at a craft store, or you can buy synthetic or artificial shells. While artificial shells may not have the same natural appeal, they are better for the environment.  Seashells play an important role in coastal ecosystems, and provide homes to algae, birds, and hermit crabs. Removing shells from the beach can have a detrimental impact on the creatures that rely on them.  If you really want to collect your own shells, only take a couple from each beach, and never take shells from highly visited beaches where others are often collecting shells. Always inspect each shell to ensure a hermit crab hasn’t claimed it for a home.  Shells are also a byproduct of the fishing industry, and there are some shell suppliers that only obtain shells from these producers. Buying shells from these producers could have less of an impact than purchasing ones collected from beaches. Natural shells that are collected from the beach need to be cleaned to remove dirt, particles, odors, and bacteria. The most common way to clean shells is to soak them in a bleach and water solution:  Fill a bowl with one part bleach and three parts water. Soak the shells for anywhere from 30 minutes to 24 hours, until the leathery covering—called the periostracum—comes off.  When the shells are clean, use a soft cloth or soft-bristled toothbrush to give them a gentle scrub, then rinse them well with clean water. Allow the shells to dry. You don’t actually have to do anything to preserve the shells, but if you want to enhance and protect their shine and luster, you can polish them with mineral oil. Use a lint-free cloth to rub a small amount of mineral oil over each shell, and gently polish the inside and outside. Since you'll be using the shells for jewelry, another option is to protect them with a thin coat of satin-finish polyurethane varnish. Apply a light layer of varnish to the inside and outside of the shells using a clean paintbrush. Allow the varnish to dry completely.
A: Obtain seashells. Clean the shells. Preserve the shells.

Q: Turmeric is a brightly-colored spice that helps breaks down fat and stabilize the body's metabolism. Turmeric is also known for reducing inflammation, and it may help reduce the risk of diabetes.  Add turmeric to eggs, curries, and stir-fries. Purchase ground turmeric (or turmeric supplements) in health food stores. Cumin boosts digestion and provides energy, while also supporting the immune system. As an added benefit, cumin may help reduce symptoms of asthma and arthritis, and offer added support to those with kidney disease and colon cancer.  Use cumin in chili, tacos, and Spanish rice. Season root vegetables (like beets, carrots, and potatoes) with cumin and roast in the oven. Like most of these spices, cinnamon has been shown to boost metabolism. Cinnamon is special in that it can also increase insulin levels, which helps lower the risk of diabetes.  Use cinnamon in savory dishes like curries, rice pilafs, and stir-fires. Add cinnamon to coffee. Sprinkle cinnamon on buttered toast. This Indian spice is another metabolism booster. Cardamom is known for promoting smooth, healthy digestion. You can find whole cardamom pods at international grocery stores, or purchase ground cardamom in your spice isle.  Use cardamom in puddings and other (low sugar) desserts. Pair cardamom with cumin in lentil or vegetable dishes.
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Eat turmeric. Add some cumin. Choose cinnamon. Sprinkle cardamom.