Q: Stroke the copper item in a linear motion to give the metal an even grain so the patina will be smooth and not patchy. You may skip this step or experiment with cleaning portions of the copper if you are trying to create an art piece with a contrasting new and aged appearance. Remove soap, oils and film from the copper. Wipe and pat the copper item dry with a soft cloth. There are many possible solutions you can use to oxidize copper, depending on the final color you are trying to achieve. Several are listed here using common household items or items available at a drug or grocery store.  Warning: always wear rubber gloves and work in a ventilated area when handling ammonia. Safety glasses and a respirator mask are recommended. Be ready to wash your skin or eyes with running water for fifteen minutes in case of spills. To create a green patina, mix 2 cups (480 mL) white vinegar, 1.5 cups (360 mL) pure non-detergent ammonia, and 0.5 cups (120 mL) non-iodized salt. Mix in a plastic spray bottle until the salt dissolves. Use less salt to reduce the amount of green in the patina.  For a brown patina, mix baking soda in a spray bottle full of hot water until additional baking soda will not dissolve.  You may buy a commercial antiquing solution and follow the instructions on the packaging to achieve the desired color. Liver of Sulphur is commonly used for copper. Spread newspapers underneath it to protect the surface it is standing on from spills. Spray the copper with the solution and wait an hour to see if it develops. If it has, you can continue to spray hourly, focusing on portions where the patina didn't hold. Otherwise, spray twice a day until the patina becomes visible. Leave it outside during this time to speed up the oxidization.  If you want to have more control over exactly where and how the patina forms, scrub with a scotch brite pad, brass brush, or cotton swab after spraying. Wear gloves and safety glasses for this if your solution contains ammonia, acids or other dangerous chemicals. If you are in a low humidity area, place a plastic bag or sheet over the item to keep in moisture. Use a frame or drape it between larger objects so the plastic does not come in contact with the copper.
A: Scrub the copper item with an abrasive pad and water. Clean the copper piece with a mild dish detergent and rinse the soap off thoroughly. Prepare a solution according to the color you want to achieve. Place your copper item outdoors or in an indoor area with good ventilation before treating it with the solution. Spray the copper piece at least twice a day.

Q: No one can ever agree on which Ouija superstitions to believe in. You can take these superstitions as dire warnings or funny stories, as you like. Many people believe that a planchette that moves off the board or table has become possessed by an evil spirit. Of course, you can't just pick up your hand when this starts happening... a planchette left on the board might be dangerous too! Other supposed signs of an evil spirit include a planchette that moves to all four corners of the board, a planchette that moves in a figure eight, or a planchette that counts down through all the numbers or letters of the alphabet. Makeshift planchettes, especially drinking glasses, have a whole lot of extra superstitions. Some people never drink from a glass that's been used as planchette, while others only ban certain drinks, such as alcohol. Hold the drinking glass over a burning candle before using it as a planchette. Cleanse any planchette with your favorite ritual, whether that involves bible verses, pagan invocations, or herbal preparations at the right phase of the moon. Keep it clean in the mundane world too, with a little dusting now and then.
A: Follow whichever instructions you like. Beware planchettes that fall off the board. Watch out for dangerous motions. Treat objects used as planchettes carefully. Cleanse your planchette.

Q: Once the seizure is over, it is important to take your dog to the veterinarian for an examination. This examination will consist of numerous tests to rule out other causes of seizures, which will help your veterinarian to determine the best treatment option for your dog. If these tests are all negative, then your dog may be suffering from primary seizure disorder and your veterinarian will discuss medications with you. There are several medications available that can help reduce both the number and the severity of seizures. Most of these medications need to be administered daily and will need to be continued for the rest of your dog’s life. The primary options include:   Imepitoin. This is a new medication and has replaced phenobarbital as the treatment of choice. It reaches therapeutic blood levels faster than other medications, quickly suppressing seizures by returning the brain to equilibrium.  Phenobarbital. This is another common medication used for dogs with epilepsy. It works by suppressing seizure activity in the brain.  Potassium bromide. This drug is used if phenobarbital causes health problems. Sodium bromide may be used as an alternative to potassium bromide. They both decrease seizure activity in the brain.  Gabapentin.  This antiepileptic drug is commonly combined with another medication to help control generalized seizures.  Diazepam. This drug is commonly used as a sedative instead of a regular drug to control seizures, but it may be used if your dog’s seizures are frequent and long-lasting.  Phenytoin (Dilantin). Other drugs may be more effective and have fewer side-effects. Talk to your vet about potentially prescribing this drug. Most anti-epileptic drugs will cause some sedation early on, but most dogs will adjust to this sedative effect. Sometimes, too, combination drug therapy can help lessen sedation if your dog seems to react strongly to one medication. Keep in mind that medication may affect your dog's liver and kidneys, so you should weigh the cost/benefit of treatment versus coping with the occasional seizure. If your dog is very high strung, you may have to use sedatives to prevent seizures during times of stress. Talk to your veterinarian about giving your dog an occasional sedative for these stressful situations.  You may want to sedate your dog on holidays when fireworks are used, such as Independence Day in the USA and Bastille Day in France and other countries. You may also want to sedate your dog if you expect to have a house full of visitors and your dog is stressed by strangers. Even during thunderstorms, you may need to tranquilize your dog to get them through the frightening noises and flashes of light.
A: Take your dog to see a veterinarian. Ask about medications. Expect sedative effects. Talk to your veterinarian about sedating your dog during stressful situations.

Q: This should take about 2 minutes. Stir in 2 peeled and chopped garlic cloves, 1 rinsed bunch of baby spinach, and 1/2 cup of white wine. Continue stirring and cooking the ingredients until the spinach is wilted. Throw in a pinch of salt, a pinch of pepper, and just a few drops of hot sauce to the mixture and taste it to see if it needs anything else. Move it to a medium-sized bowl. Add 1/2 cup of chopped green onion, 3 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, and 1/2 cup of half-and-half to the mixture. Mix the ingredients together until they're incorporated. Continue to cook them until they're bubbly or lightly browned. Serve this tasty dip with crackers, bread, or shrimp.
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Preheat your oven to 350ºF (176ºC). Melt 3 tbsp. of butter together in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, baby spinach, and white wine. Cook the ingredients together for 2-3 minutes. Mix in salt, pepper, and hot sauce to taste. Remove the mixture from the heat. Mix in the green onion, mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, and half and half. Bake the spinach dip ingredients for 20 minutes. Serve.