INPUT ARTICLE: Article: More important than phone calls and visits is truthfulness.  Be open with your friends so they know the real you, even when you aren’t so proud of yourself. Friendships can only grow when honesty is present, so always be yourself. Always honor your friends.  If others are gossiping about them, either intervene or walk away.  Always keep their secrets. If you tell them that you’ll do something, do it without having to be reminded. For instance, if you hear someone talking badly about them, say “Hey, Monica is one of my good friends.  I’d appreciate it if you didn’t speak like that about her.” If you do something wrong to your friends, say you’re sorry to them.  Friendships are bound to run into the occasional conflict, and that’s okay. What’s not okay is allowing bitterness to fester and poison your relationship. Call them or pull them aside and say something like “I’m so sorry for making that comment about your mom.  I wasn’t thinking straight.  It won’t happen again.” Friendships thrive when everyone feels valued.  Let your friends know what they mean to you.  Tell them how thankful you are to have them in your life and compliment them regularly. Boost them and make them feel lucky to have you, too.  Take special moments like birthdays to be appreciative, but let them know you love them on regular days, too. Say something like “You’re such a great friend.  I don’t know what I’d do without you.  Thanks for always being there for me.” Just like you have your imperfections, know that your friends have them, too. Instead of trying to make them think like you about certain issues, accept their differences. This doesn’t mean letting them treat you badly, but do know that they are human and unique. For instance, your friend might be in an unhealthy relationship that you're tired of hearing about.  Instead of getting mad at them for staying, continue to love and support them.

SUMMARY: Be honest. Be trustworthy and reliable. Apologize when you mess up. Show appreciation for them. Accept them for who they are.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: for a simple solution. Changing the color of your walls can make a dramatic impact on the way your room looks. Choose a color you love that complements items you know you're going to keep and display, such as a dresser or favorite piece of artwork. Start by moving everything away from the walls and masking the baseboards and ceiling. Apply a coat or 2 of primer and let it dry fully. Then, paint the walls with a roller using long, even strokes.   To make your room look more airy and open, choose a light color such as white, gray, or yellow. For a more dramatic effect, you can paint one wall a bold color and the rest a subtle hue. There are tons of cool paints to try, like chalkboard paint or magnetic paint. If you have the time and don’t mind putting in the effort, hanging wallpaper adds texture and drama to your walls. Pick a color or pattern you truly love since wallpaper is more difficult to remove or redo than simply painting the walls. Measure your room before purchasing wallpaper and be sure to get a little extra in case of any issues.   If your wallpaper is patterned, take care to line up the pattern when you add a new strip! You can use removable wallpaper if you don't want to commit to the print or color permanently. If you want something a little less common, you could cover your walls in shiplap, which is a type of siding composed on horizontal boards. You can use interlocking shiplap boards or even simple 1 by 6 in (2.5 by 15.2 cm) boards cut to the length of your walls. Work your way from the bottom of the wall to the top.   You can do all your walls for a cohesive look or even install shiplap on a single accent wall. Paint the shiplap white for a clean, nautical feel or simply stain the wood for a more natural look.

SUMMARY: Paint your walls Hang wallpaper to instantly transform your space. Install shiplap to create a fun, nautical feel.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: This can be found either from information in your owner's manual or on the Internet. You should refer to your electrical schematic for help. You want to make sure that there are no breaks in the connection from the fuse box to the switch. If you did not find a schematic, it might be easier to trace the wiring from the switch back to the fuse box to look for any breaks in the connection. Attach the leads of the multi-meter to where the electrical wires come into the switch and set the meter to D/C volts. It should read 12 volts. This is the path that a signal will travel to move your window when you press the switch. Any breaks or loose connections in this path will prevent your motor from functioning properly. Attach the leads of the multi-meter to where the electrical wires come into the motor. Again, set it to D/C volts and it should read 12 volts. If there are any loose or corroded connections in the circuit they will disrupt the signal and cause your window to malfunction. Push any connectors or wiring harnesses together tightly, and clean any corrosion away with a wire brush or similar tool. . If your problem was in the circuitry and is now fixed, then your window should freely roll up and down without any restrictions or delays.

SUMMARY: Find an electrical schematic of your vehicle. Trace the wiring from the fuse panel to the switch. Use a multi-meter to confirm that the switch is getting 12V of power. Trace the wiring from the switch to the motor. Use the multi-meter to confirm that the motor is getting 12V of power. Look for any interrupted voltage caused by a loose connector or corrosion. Fix the connector or corroded areas. Test the window again.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Eczema often appears as red to brownish-gray colored patches on the skin. These patches can appear almost anywhere on your body if you have eczema. Eczema generally shows up during childhood and will persist until treated, so you may have had these patches for a long time. The most common places to find these discolored patches include:  on the insides of your elbows on the backs of your knees  on your face, especially on your cheeks behind your ears on your buttocks on your hands and feet on your ankles and wrists on your eyelids on your scalp These bumps often appear on the face and scalp of people who have eczema. This condition on the face and scalp is also called "cradle cap," especially on infants. Avoid scratching the bumps because this will cause oozing and crusting. Eczema on the face and scalp is more common in infants, but they can be present in children and adults as well. Some people compare these bumps to scaly pimples in appearance. Itchiness is a common symptom of eczema and the itching may get worse at night. Do your best to avoid scratching your skin because it will make matters worse and may lead to swelling and increased sensitivity. When this condition worsens, it can cause redness and swelling.  You may also feel a burning sensation, particularly when you scratch the patches in an attempt to relieve the itching sensation. You should avoid scratching because it can cause cracks in your skin and trigger infection. Sometimes the discolored eczema patches on your skin may ooze or break open from scratching and then crust over. This is common in eczema, but it is a serious hazard to your health. Any broken skin resulting from eczema puts you at a higher risk of acquiring a virus or bacterial infections, so it is important to get these wounds treated. Eczema causes patches of your skin to take on a leathery or scaly texture. The scaly or leathery texture is caused by chronic scratching or rubbing of the reddened patches of your skin. Touch your skin to see if the texture has changed. If it feels leathery or scaly, then it may be the result of eczema. These scaly patches might also begin to peel. When they do, your skin will look how it does after you get a sunburn.

SUMMARY:
Look out for red to brownish-gray patches on your skin. Watch out for bumps appearing on the skin. Notice any itching sensation on and around discolored patches. Pay attention to any crusting. Feel the texture of your skin.