Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Introduce him slowly. Support him during social situations. Reinforce his actions.

Answer: If things progress with your guy, you’ll eventually want to introduce him to your friends and family, which can be challenging for someone who is shy.  Large social gatherings can be intimidating for a shy guy, so when it comes time to introduce him to your friends and family, do so in small doses.  This will help him feel more comfortable and less out of place. For instance, rather than inviting him to your family’s huge New Year’s Eve party right off the bat, invite him to dinner with your sister and her significant other first. Even small gatherings, although less intimidating, can still be stressful for someone who’s shy.  You can help your man open up by staying close during social situations and helping him bring up topics he likes to talk about.  For example, bring up the fact that he’s a great guitar player at dinner with your sister instead of waiting for him to volunteer the information. Supporting him also means being patient.  It will probably take him a while to start to feel comfortable around your friends and family, but give him time and don’t get upset with him if it doesn’t happen as quickly as you’d like. He’s probably nervous about what kind of impression he made on your family and friends.  Provide him with positive reinforcement to let him know things went well.  Doing so will help ease his anxiety about social situations and, hopefully, allow him to open up more quickly. For example, say, “My sister was really impressed that you are such an accomplished guitar player!”  Or, “My friends thought you were very charming and witty the other night!”


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Wait until the bulb is cool. Tear off a strip of duct tape. Fold over each end of the duct tape. Stick the duct tape to the light bulb. Twist to unscrew. Finish unscrewing by hand. Replace the light bulb with the same method.

Answer: If the light was recently on, wait until it is cool to the touch. This shouldn't take more than five minutes for a normal light bulb. Halogen lights may take twenty minutes. The strip should be about 12 inches (30 cm) long, or half as long as your arm. Fold a short section of the duct tape over and stick it to itself. Repeat on the other side. These folded "handles" should be long enough for you to grip, with a sticky segment in between them. If you find it easier, you can wrap the duct tape in a circle instead, with the adhesive on the outside. Make the circle large enough to fit your hand through it. Hold the handles of the duct tape and press the sticky segment against the flat surface of the recessed bulb. Once the tape sticks to the light bulb, you should have enough leverage to get it loose. Almost all light bulbs use standard screw threading, so turn the bulb counterclockwise to unscrew it. If it doesn't budge, read the method below for help removing the surrounding collar. Once the light bulb has emerged enough for you to grip the sides, pull off the duct tape. It's faster at this point to spin the bulb out by hand. Screw in the new light bulb as far as you can by hand. When it's nearly flush, stick on the duct tape and turn clockwise to tighten to a secure fit.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Calculate how many days your menstrual cycle is. Track your menstrual cycle for 3 to 4 months. Subtract 14 from the length of your menstrual cycle.

Answer: Your menstrual cycle starts on the first day of your period and ends on the first day of your next period. On a calendar, mark the first day of your period. Then mark the first day of your next period. Count how many days there are from your last period to your current one. This is how long your menstrual cycle is. For example, if your period starts on June 11th and your next period starts on June 7th, then your menstrual cycle is 27 days. This way, you can get an accurate measure of your cycle’s length. If your cycle is 27 days during one tracking period, but 28 days during the second or third tracking period, then it is safe to assume that your cycle is 28 days. If the length of your cycle is different each time, try tracking your basal body temperature (BBT) to determine your ovulation. Ovulation typically occurs 14 days (2 weeks) before your next period. By subtracting 14 from the length of your menstrual cycle, you can determine your day of ovulation.  For example, if your menstrual cycle is 32 days, then ovulation should occur on day 18. You are most fertile during ovulation, as well as the 3 days leading up to ovulation. If your menstrual cycle is 32 days, then your most fertile days are day 15, 16, 17, and 18.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Get a green sweater to be the background for your tree. Use a hot glue gun to attach strands of garland around the sweater. Add a few ornaments along each strand of garland. Make or find a star to use to create the topper to your Christmas tree. Clasp your hands over your head with the star to become the tree.

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Use a sweater you already have if you don’t mind retiring it from regular use. Or, go to a thrift store to find a used green sweater. Any shade of green works for this project. Bright green would be really eye-catching; dark green would resemble the actual color of a tree more realistically. Use silver, gold, or red garland for the most holiday-themed effect. Wrap the garland around the sweater starting at the bottom in an upwards spiral, mimicking what you would do on an actual Christmas tree. Once you know where you want the garland to be, apply hot glue to the sweater and press the garland down into place. Although the glue dries quickly, wait about 30 minutes so it has time to fully dry and set before you move on to the next steps.  Don’t forget to put garland on the sleeves of the sweater, too. Depending on how much garland you have, you could do just the front of the sweater. Or, if you have enough, do both the front and the back. Use your hot glue gun to attach a few flashy ornaments along the length of the garland. Do this just on the front of the sweater; if you put ornaments on the back, they’d be more likely to break if you sat down or leaned against something. A gold or silver star would traditionally look the best, but don’t be afraid to get something flashier—like one covered in glitter or one that is multi-colored. You can often find these at the dollar store, craft store, or even at the thrift store. You’ll carry the star in one of your hands at the party, so make sure it isn’t too heavy to have with you all night. At the party, show off your costume by extending your arms straight up over your head and putting your hands together. Hold the star in your hands so it becomes the top of the Christmas tree. To make your outfit look even more like a traditional Christmas tree, cut a tree skirt in half and attach it to the bottom of your sweater with the hot glue gun. Position the skirt so that the ruffles are facing down.