Problem: Article: This will likely be the hardest part, because taking the first step always feels the most challenging.  “I have something that I need to tell you, because I've felt like I needed to keep it a secret for a long time. I feel ready to talk to you about it now.” “I've had something on my mind for a long time now that I find hard to talk about.” “I need to talk to you about something that's important to me. It's important to me that I'm honest with you.” There is no right or wrong way to say it, so choose what feels comfortable for you.  "I'm gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender. I've known this about myself for a long time." "I think I might be gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender. I feel attracted to people of the same sex, and I'm not sure what to think about that." OR "I feel like I was born in the wrong body. I think I might feel more comfortable as a boy/girl, doing the types of things that boys/girls do.” “Ever since I was ___ years old, I've known that I'm gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender.” The more you can do to help them understand you, the better.  “This feels natural for me, just like it feels natural to you to be heterosexual. I'm not choosing to be this way; I just am.” “I'm still the same person I was before. I'm choosing to outwardly identify now as gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender, because I've inwardly identified that way for so long.” “I'm attracted to both boys and girls. I'm coming out to you because I feel like I'm punishing myself when I push those feelings down, and I want to be honest about who I am.” “I want to do the types of activities that boys/girls do. They interest me more and feel more natural to me, but it seems unnatural do them right now because I'm a boy/girl.” This will be a big assistance in helping them to understand you.  “I was afraid that you would reject me.” “Our society is so homophobic, and I was afraid of how others might view me.” “I was afraid that it would ruin our relationship, and I value our relationship very much.” “Our religion teaches that being gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender is a sin, and I didn't know how to come to terms with that.” “I felt like I had to keep it a secret because society tells us that this is wrong.” You will still have others to come out to in your life, and their support will help you do that.  “I would like it if you took the time to learn more about what it means to be gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender.” “I would love it if you would allow me to tell you more about my friends and how important they are to me. When you feel ready, it would be great if you would meet them.” “I got this book for you to read so that you can learn more. It should answer any questions you have, so I hope that you will read it.” “I came up with this list of websites that you can browse to get more information. It would mean a lot to me if you took the time to do that.” “There is a support group for LGBT individuals and their families. I have the information about when it meets, so we can go when you feel ready.” “I need you to tell me what I can do to support you, because I want to do that for you, too.” “I need you to stand up for me and for the LGBT community when you hear us being attacked. Our community becomes stronger when we have allies.”
Summary: Think about how you want to start the conversation. Come out to your parents by explaining your sexual orientation. Explain your perspective in the moment to help your parents understand. Explain to your parents why you have not come out to them before now. Share with your parents what they can do to support you.

Problem: Article: Look for tubes made of sturdy materials, such as PVC. This will ensure that your microscope will hold up over time. The small tube should be just small enough to slide along the inside walls of the large tube. Make each tube approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) long. The functioning of a microscope will be diminished if light enters through the side of the tube. To improve the microscope’s ability to function, line the sides of the tube with black paper. This will help absorb any excess light. If you use a thick, opaque material such as PVC, the black paper is not necessary. Super glue a lens on the end of each tube. The diameter of the lens should match the diameter of the tube. Use a moderate amount of glue and make sure not to get it on the inside of the lens. Allow the glue to dry before proceeding. Use lenses with short focal lengths. For example, you could reuse the lenses from disposable 35mm cameras to make a microscope. Or you, could order lenses online. Place the open end of the small tube inside the large tube. You now have a lens at both ends and the ability to move them closer to each other. This allows you to view objects and focus on them using your microscope. Focusing this type of microscope is done by simply sliding the lenses close together or further apart until a clear image is obtained. Cover the edges of each lens by gluing on a rubber disc. Be sure that the discs do not cover the center of either lens. This creates a buffer between the lens and other objects. It also makes the microscope more aesthetically pleasing.
Summary: Find two tubes with different diameters. Line the tubes with black paper. Fasten a lens to each tube. Slide the small tube inside the large tube. Cover each end with a rubber disc.

Problem: Article: You'll need 5 pieces of gunpowder in order to craft a piece of TNT. Gunpowder cannot be crafted, and must be found by defeating certain enemies that have a chance of dropping some, or looking in certain chests that have a chance of holding some:  Defeating creepers (before exploding): 66% (1-2 gunpowder) Defeating ghasts: 66% (1-2 gunpowder) Defeating witches: 16% (1-6 gunpowder) Opening desert temple chest: 59% (1-8 gunpowder) Opening dungeon chests: 58% (1-8 gunpowder) You can use regular sand or red sand. Both work the same and can be mixed during the creation of TNT. You can find sand most commonly in the following biomes and areas:  Beaches Deserts Riverbanks Mesa (red sand) Use your crafting table to open the crafting grid. Place one gunpowder in each corner of the grid, then place the last piece in the center. ) Place sand blocks in the four open spaces left in the grid. This will create TNT. Drag the TNT from the result grid and add it to your inventory. You can now place it in your world to be blown up.
Summary:
Find 5 pieces of gunpowder. Get 4 sand blocks. Open your crafting window. Place the gunpowder in an "X" pattern. Fill the remaining spaces with sand (or red sand, or a combination of the two. Add the TNT to your inventory.