Use L-brackets and 3 in (7.6 cm) deck screws to attach the stringers to your deck. Place the top of the stringer against the bottom of the frame of the deck and screw an L-bracket on each side of the stringer to connect it to the deck. After you’ve attached the first stringer, connect the second stringer to the deck by following the same process. Set a riser against the edges of the stringers facing out and use a ruler and pencil to mark cutting guidelines where the riser needs to be trimmed to fit. Use a circular saw to trim the riser, cutting along the guidelines until you cut through the whole board. Repeat the process until all of the risers have been cut to size. Use the first riser that you cut to make your guidelines on the rest of the boards so you have a uniform length. Place the risers against the edges of the stringers facing out from the staircase. Use a drill to drive the 3 in (7.6 cm) deck screws through the risers and into the edge of stringers where they connect until all of the screw is in the wood.  Use at least 2 deck screws to firmly secure the riser to the stringer. Don’t drill too far into the wood or it could crack. Once you’ve attached the risers, take your 1.5 in (3.8 cm) by 10 in (25 cm) tread boards and cut them to 36 inches (91 cm) in length. Then, lay them across the stringers facing up. Use 3 in (7.6 cm) deck screws to attach the treads to the stringers by drilling through the tread boards and into the edges of the stringers where they connect. Use at least 2 deck screws to attach the tread boards.
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One-sentence summary -- Screw each stringer to the bottom of the deck frame with a drill. Cut the risers to the length of the top of the stringer. Attach the risers with 3 in (7.6 cm) deck screws. Trim the treads and drill them onto the stringers.


Good friends will be willing to support you on a consistent basis, through your high points and your low points. Your friends should offer to support you during any difficult emotional times and be there for you in a real, genuine way. They may also offer guidance and advice when you need it.  For example, if you're going through a rough break up, a good friend would check in on you daily and try to distract you by taking you out. Good friends offer advice, support, and guidance during difficult times, and only when you ask for it. They support your decisions, even if they don't agree. Good friendships also have a good balance of giving and taking, where you feel mutually supported. You should try to cultivate friendships where there is a balance of give and take, and where you do not feel you are giving or taking more than the other person.  Some people are givers; they'll do anything to help and support someone. Others are takers; they'll take someone else’s time and energy to fulfill their own needs. While natural givers may sound like the way to go, you should actually look for friends who can maintain a balance between both of these two extremes. Your friends should also encourage you to develop into the best version of yourself you can be. They should help you focus on how you can be yourself and achieve your goals. Your friends should act as your own personal cheer squad, where they proudly encourage you to go after what you want. For example, if you're trying to get into medical school, a good friend will act interested, encourage you, and help you prepare. They'll also celebrate when you do get in. Another key aspect of a good friendship is positive communication, where you can share your thoughts and feelings without limits. You should be able to be yourself around your friends and feel you can share your opinions with them. You should not feel you have to censor yourself or keep quiet about your thoughts around your friends.  You should feel comfortable being called out or challenged by your friends, not turned-off. This can help you cultivate a better sense of self-control and learn better from your mistakes.  Good friends will tell you when you're right and when you're wrong. You should be comfortable doing this in return. Good friendships are built on mutual respect and mutual trust. You should feel you can trust your friends with private information and trust that they will support you, even when you’re not around. Good friends will stand up for you and support you in company of strangers and other friends. Cultivate respect for your friends and their choices, even if you don't share the same interests or preferences.
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One-sentence summary -- Make sure your friends offer emotional support and guidance. Determine if you have a good balance of give and take. Decide if your friends bring out the best in you. Determine if you can communicate effectively with your friends. Consider if you trust and respect your friends.


your oven to 350ºF (177ºC) and grease a jelly roll or brownie pan. You can use butter or cooking spray to grease the pan. You can use a 9 by 13-inch (22.86 by 33.02 centimeters) pan, or a 10 by 15-inch (25.4 by 38.1 centimeters) pan. You can do this using a handheld mixer, an electric stand mixer, or even a food processor. You can also do it by hand, but it will take longer. Keep mixing the butter and sugar until they are evenly combined. To make the process go by faster, cut the butter into smaller cubes first. If you are using an electric mixer, set the speed to low, and add the eggs in while it is beating. Keep beating until the eggs are evenly mixed in. Pour in the vanilla extract and chocolate syrup, then stir it until everything is evenly combined. There should be no streaks or swirls of chocolate syrup. In a large mixing bowl, add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir them briskly together using a whisk or spoon. Keep stirring until everything is evenly blended together. Make sure that there are no lumps or clumps of flour. If there are any, use a whisk to break them up. This is not completely necessary, but it will add some extra flavor and texture to your brownies. For the chocolate chips, consider dark chocolate chips or semi-sweet chocolate chips. Use a spatula to help spread the batter evenly across the bottom of the pan. The brownies are ready when the center springs back if you press down on it lightly. Another way to check for doneness is by sticking a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, the brownies are ready.  If you are using a 9 by 13-inch (22.86 by 33.02 centimeters) pan, bake the brownies for 35 to 40 minutes.  If you are using a 10 by 15-inch (25.4 by 38.1 centimeters) pan, bake the brownies for 22 to 30 minutes. While the brownies are cooling, you can start preparing the frosting.
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One-sentence summary -- Preheat Beat the butter and sugar until light and creamy. Slowly beat the eggs in, one at a time. Stir in the vanilla extract and chocolate syrup, then set it aside. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Add the flour mixture into the syrup mixture and stir well. Consider adding 1 cup (110 grams) of chopped walnuts or chocolate chips. Pour the batter into the pan. Bake the brownies for 22 to 40 minutes, depending on the size of the pan you are using. Take the brownies out of the oven and let them cool, about 5 to 10 minutes.


Spoon the meat sauce over cooked pasta or use it as a filler for homemade lasagna. You can also flavor the meat sauce with freshly grated parmesan cheese. Refrigerate the leftover sauce in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days or freeze it for up to 6 months.
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Turn off the burner and serve the classic meat sauce.