Problem: Article: You will find basic information at the top of your paycheck stub, such as the name and address of your employer and the date that the paycheck was issued.  You may also find information about the company that processes payroll for your company.  You will likely find the check number at the top of your paycheck stub.  This is useful for entering into your financial records to track income sources and amounts. If something is wrong with your paycheck, it will likely be the fault of the payroll company.  Check with human resources if you spot a problem. Gross pay is the total amount that you earned before any withholdings have been taken.  The gross pay will usually be over a certain period of time, known as a pay period.  Any taxes or other withholdings will not be reflected in your gross pay. A pay period will vary in length, depending on your employer.  These pay periods may commonly cover weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly periods.  Other pay periods are possible, however, not as common. Find the amount next to the area labelled net pay to learn how much of your earnings are yours to take home.  An amount next to net pay has already had any withholdings or taxes removed from it. Net Pay is the actual amount of your earnings that you will receive.
Summary: Look at the top of your pay stub. Find the area labeled “Gross Pay”. Locate your “Net Pay”.

Problem: Article: The first step to lowering your cholesterol through food is to start basing your diet on whole foods and limiting the consumption of processed foods. This means eating foods that have been minimally processed or not processed at all.  Eat whole grains like brown rice or whole wheat pasta, oats and barley. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables. Apples, grapes, strawberries and citrus fruits are rich in soluble fiber called pectin that lowers cholesterol. Try making a smoothie each morning to get the recommended five to seven servings each day. Stick to lean, unprocessed meats. For example, choose chicken breast over a hot dog. Adopting new food practices means taking some time to plan for meals and then shop for the necessary ingredients. Set aside 30 minutes each week to plan your meals.  Try making a master list of healthy and easy weeknight dinners. When you sit down each week to meal plan, you can draw from this list. Ask your family to help with meal planning. Let them look over your master list and make suggestions for the week ahead. Whenever possible, cook your own meals or eat foods you have previously prepared at home. This will give you control over the ingredients and allow you to make healthy food choices.  Prepare foods ahead of time like chopped raw vegetables, grilled chicken breasts, or brown rice. These can easily be turned into a variety of whole foods-based meals during the week. Try making rice bowls for an easy weeknight dinner. Top bowls of brown rice with your favorite meats, vegetables, and seasonings. Try brown rice topped with grilled chicken, black beans, veggies and salsa. You can even make the rice and grill the chicken ahead of time.
Summary: Base your diet on whole, unprocessed foods. Plan your meals and shop weekly. Cook meals at home based on whole foods.

Problem: Article: A longer blazer is better suited for pantsuits, while a shorter blazer is better suited for skirt suits.  If you work in an office environment where suits are expected, then pay attention to where the blazer hits your hips. A blazer that skims the top of your hips looks less professional when worn with dress slacks than when it is worn with a nice skirt. Pay attention to how you match your colors when creating a suit outfit. For example, a stark white blazer may not look the best with dress slacks or skirts that are shades of brown; in that case an ivory or off-white blazer would be a better match. The modern blazer is fitted to flatter more body types, and it can still be dressed up to look professional. A blazer with a more classic or boxy fit is also viewed as professional, but some delicateness and style are lost with those fits.  Blazers with a classic or boxy fit are often recommended for women who are 50 or older. Especially when a blazer is white, these fits detract from the overall togetherness of the outfit and tend to make it look sloppy. If your white blazer is not as fitted as you would like, but it fits well in all other areas, then use an accessory like a belt to give the appearance of a tighter fit. Find a small belt that fits around your waist and matches the blazer; neutral tones of black or brown would be best. Blazers come in many different styles, ranging from professional to casual.  If you work in an office with stricter dress code requirements, you will need to choose a white blazer that meets those standards, such as one with full-length sleeves and without flashy details. A white blazer with buttons will likely also be ideal here. If you work in an office with a more casual dress code, then you will likely be able to wear a white blazer that has shorter sleeves, like the three-quarter length, and possibly ruching. A white blazer that does not have buttons or that you choose to leave unbuttoned will be acceptable in this environment. They give you the sophistication and cover-up you desire while still looking fashionable.  White blazers look great over tops or dresses that are patterned. Take the dress code of your work environment into consideration when choosing a pattern; for example, a more subtle pastel pattern may be preferable to a large, multicolor pattern. They create a more professional look than cardigan sweaters, which is desirable in many office environments. Use the white blazer to dress up a more casual sleeveless top or dress. Layering a white blazer over a sleeveless top or dress affords you the ability to transition easily from the office to an after-work happy hour or get-together.
Summary: Take the length of the blazer into consideration when choosing your outfit. Stick to a fitted blazer. Pay attention to the style of your white blazer. Wear a white blazer over sleeveless tops or dresses.

Problem: Article: Crochet charts are not ideal for first time crocheters. Charts are usually included with complex crochet patterns as a way to clarify the design. They may be highly confusing for someone who is new to crochet for this reason. Before you dive into using crochet charts, develop your knowledge of crochet stitches and techniques as much as possible. Crochet charts are not meant to completely replace written instructions. The chart is a complement to the written instructions. Make sure that you read the instructions for your pattern as well as the chart to determine how to complete your project. Crochet charts are meant to be read from the bottom to the top. Work the rows in the same fashion as you would crochet them: start at one end, work across the row, then go up to the next row and work across that row in the opposite direction as the first row. In other words, you will be working from the bottom to the top of the chart in a zigzag fashion.  The only exception to this rule is patterns that need to be worked in the round. For a pattern that is worked in the round, start at the center of the chart and work around in a counterclockwise fashion or as indicated by the chart.  Some charts also include numbers and arrows to help you know where to begin crocheting and how to progress. You may see these numbers and/or arrows on the ends of the chart or within the spirals for a pattern that you work in the round.
Summary:
Develop your crocheting skills before using crochet charts. Refer to written instructions in conjunction with a chart. Read the chart starting from the bottom.