Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Add mint, sugar, lime juice, and strawberries to a tall, sturdy glass. Press the muddler into the glass and twist. Add 2 jiggers (3 oz or 88 ml) of rum and stir, blending all your flavors together. Add ice cubes and top with club soda.

Answer: It is especially important you use a tall glass with the strawberry Mojito, since the strawberries add some volume to the cocktail. Make sure you layer your drink in this way, so the mint leaves are protected from the muddler and are less likely to shred.  If you're not into the texture of muddled strawberries, you can also puree them in a blender and add with the rum. Your cocktail will be a little smoother, and you can even strain out the little seeds if you want. Make sure your strawberries are hulled (the stems removed). Because the strawberries are naturally sweet, you may want to reduce the amount of sugar. (A classic Mojito uses about two teaspoons of sugar, this recipe cuts that in half.) If your muddler has an end with spikes on it, you can use that side to crush the strawberries--just make sure the mint leaves are on the very bottom of the glass so they don't tear. Muddle until the strawberries are crushed and have released their juices.  To avoid releasing bitter chlorophyll from the mint, use the leaves only and discard the stems. Don't shred the leaves when you muddle, they should appear crumpled when you're finished, not torn and smashed into oblivion.  The texture of the sugar will help release the flavorful oils from the mint. The sugar will absorb the oils, plus the flavor of the strawberry, making your cocktail even more delicious. A white (or light or silver) rum is preferable, especially a Cuban rum if you can find it. A dark rum will add extra spice and a strong molasses flavor, which may not be welcome in a Mojito. A darker rum will also affect the color of your beverage--you want the liquid to be clear to highlight the crisp green and pink of your ingredients. If you decided to puree your strawberries, add the puree to your drink now. You can also add a few small slices of strawberry if you like the look of fruit in your glass. Use enough ice cubes to fill the glass about 3/4 of the way to the top. Garnish with a strawberry and sprig of mint.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Gather your materials and set up your workstation. Stick 3 skewers through the ball to create a star pattern. Thread crystal beads and crimping beads onto each wire.

Answer: You’ll need a Styrofoam ball (any size from 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) will work), 3 wooden skewers, 1-2 packages of crystal beads of various colors, beading wire, crimp beads, pillow stuffing, and a hot glue gun. You can purchase everything you need at your local craft store. Place them perpendicular to the hole you made for the beading wire. Position them so that there are 6 equidistant ends protruding from the ball that are all level with each other. These skewers will be used to hang the crystal beads. On each strand of beading wire, add 3-6 colored crystals, securing a crimping bead in place after each one to separate the crystals from one another and give the appearance of falling raindrops. You can use any combination of colors you want for your cloud! Try a range of blues and greens, or you could even go bright with reds and yellows. Part of the fun of making your own craft is getting to use your imagination!


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Take something off your plate. Stay healthy. Stay away from social media.

Answer: Sometimes, life gets too busy and it’s impossible to get everything done. If this is the case for you, consider quitting or going on a temporary hiatus from your team.  You can’t exactly quit going to school or doing homework or chores, so sports are the easiest commitment to eliminate. If you’re incredibly busy at school or with practice, ask your parents if you can take a week off from doing chores (tell them you’ll do double next week to make up for it). If you’re constantly falling ill because of how strenuous your life is, you’re not going to be able to keep up with everything that’s going on. Eat a healthy diet, get between 7 – 8 hours of sleep each night and avoid drugs and alcohol.  Have a water bottle with you at all times. Drinking water will help keep you hydrated and feeling good. Eat fruits and vegetables. These will help your immune system and make you less susceptible to falling ill. Make a bedtime and stick to it. If you’re not sleeping regularly, it will be impossible for you to function at the top of your game. Facebook is fun, but it’s also a distraction from everything else you have going on. Give yourself 30 minutes every day to be on social media, and other than that, stay away from it.  Use social media as a reward – if you finish all your work for the day, you can spend more time checking Twitter. Give yourself an hour on social on weekends as a reward for working so hard during the week.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Research the company you're applying for before you arrive. Dress appropriately for the work environment when you interview. Arrive at least 10-15 minutes early to the interview. Greet the interviewer and shake their hand. Make small talk at the start of the interview to make a personal connection.

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Start looking at the company's website to learn more about their history so you can address them during your interview. Check the “About Us” or “Mission Statement” page of their website so you can see what they value and be sure to mention them in your interview so you come across as knowledgeable. If the company doesn't have a website you can check, look on sites like LinkedIn or Glassdoor to see past reviews and employees talk about the company.  Check the company's social media accounts if they have any to see how they interact with others and what types of posts they make. Research competitors for the company you're interviewing with to get a better understanding of the overall industry. As you research the company, check the website to see if they have photos of their employees so you can determine the dress code. If you can't find anything online, call the company's HR department and ask them about their dress code so you can prepare. In most business casual interviews, a buttoned shirt with a tie or a blouse with a jacket will work fine. In a business formal setting, wear a suit or a professional-looking dress. Avoid wearing open-toed shoes, shorts, or revealing clothes to an interview. Be punctual to show the employer that you take the position seriously. Check your route the night before your interview and leave early enough so you can get to the location 10-15 minutes before your interview starts. Once you arrive, let the employer know you've arrived since you may be able to interview at an earlier time. If you have a phone or Skype interview, make sure you're ready and everything is set up 10 minutes in advance so you aren't in a rush. When the employer is ready for the interview, make eye contact with them and smile. Introduce yourself by name, being sure not to interrupt or talk over them. Offer a firm handshake and try not to squeeze too hard or else it will come off as too aggressive. As you shake their hand, you may say, “Hi, I'm Jane Smith. It's a pleasure to meet you.” When you first start, let the employer know you appreciate the time they're giving you for the interview. As you're settling into the interview, you can ask questions about their day so far or how long they've been with the company to show that you're genuinely interested in them. Follow the interviewer's lead in the conversation, so shift from small talk to job-related questions when they do.  For example, you may start off by saying, “How has the week treated you so far?” to interact with them. Small talk works great if you need to walk to a different room for the interview.