INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Removing dust and dirt before cleaning your curtains can help you to get them looking as white as possible. A lot of dust and dirt can get trapped in your net curtains over time so it is very important to pre-treat them before washing. Remove the curtain rod from the wall and slip the net curtains off one side of the rod. You will need to soak your net curtains for pre-treatment. In order to soak your curtains you will need to find a basin. You can also use a bathtub with a stopper in it if it works easier. Both vinegar and baking soda are powerful natural cleaners that can help you get your curtains looking white and bright. For maximum cleaning you will want to use both of these cleaners, but either one will work well.  Do not use vinegar and baking soda at the same time as they simply cancel each other out. One is an acid and the other is a base so mixing them results in a chemical reaction that reduces the cleaning ability of these chemicals. Vinegar is great for removing smells and getting your nets a bright white color once again. They will also remove mildew and mold. Baking soda is excellent at removing mildew and mold, can remove bad odors and will help whiten your curtains. Pour lukewarm water into the bucket or basin that you will be using for your soak. You will need enough water so that it covers the net curtain completely. Add one cup of vinegar to the basin. This will create a vinegar soak for your net curtain. If the smell of the vinegar bothers you then you can add a tablespoon or two of lemon juice to freshen the smell. The lemon juice will also help to clean the curtain. Vinegar should not be used on curtains that are made from linen because it will burn them. Most modern inexpensive net curtains are made from polyester but if you are unsure whether your curtains have linen then you should skip this step. Place the net curtain into the vinegar soak and agitate it somewhat to allow the water and vinegar to mix completely and cover the curtain. You want all areas of the curtain to soak completely. Leave you net curtains to soak for an hour or overnight to soak completely. This should remove the dust and dirt as well as remove any odors that have gotten into your curtain. If you want to clean your curtain extra well or it is particularly dirty then you can create another soak. Fill the basin with lukewarm water and add one cup of baking soda. Soak the curtain for an hour or overnight. The baking soda will work to lift stains off your curtain and remove any remaining dirt or odors. Create a paste using four tablespoons of baking soda and ¼ cup of water. Apply this paste to your curtain and rub it into the stains. After working in the baking soda thoroughly into the stains, apply a little undiluted vinegar to the stains. You can also use any commercial stain remover to apply to stains. Some net curtain manufacturers may recommend a certain stain remover to use.

SUMMARY: Pre-treat your curtains to remove all the dust and dirt before cleaning them. Take down the curtain. Obtain a bucket or bath. Obtain vinegar and baking soda. Pour lukewarm water into your bucket or basin. Add one cup of vinegar to the basin. Add the net curtain to the basin and agitate slightly. Allow the net curtain to soak for at least an hour. Drain and soak with baking soda for another hour. Treat any stains remaining on your curtain.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Where you gather the moss is important because the kind that grows on trees won't necessarily do well on walls. Look to fences, pavement, damp brick walls, and cement walkways to harvest your moss. If you choose to buy moss, opt for the species called entodon or baby tooth because they grow best on concrete and other vertical surfaces.  Moss from the woods doesn't work as well and should be left in the wild. You can buy moss from nurseries or online sources who grow it commercially. Avoid hypnum, moss, peat moss, and dried moss because these varieties either can’t be made into a paint or won’t grow well on vertical surfaces. If you don’t see moss growing anywhere in your area, the moss paint probably won't work in your climate.
Summary: Gather at least 1 or 2 clumps of moss.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: There is a direct correlation between mental and physical health, and one will suffer if you neglect the other. Make sure you prioritize your body so that your brain is well equipped to handle stress and difficult or bad thoughts.   Exercise 3-5 times a week for at least 30 minutes. Eat a balanced diet and avoid junk foods. Hydrate with 6-8 full glasses of water each day. Get 6-8 hours of regular sleep each night. Shown time and time again to promote positive thinking and mental health, meditation is the process of clearing your mind and coming to peace with your thoughts. Find 10-15 minutes a day to sit quietly with your thoughts. Focus on your breathing and let your thoughts drift freely. As you progress you’ll find yourself taking more and more time to meditate, and your bad thoughts will start to slowly fade into the background. Most people feel bad thoughts creeping in when they imagine their future, creating stress and insecurity. Write down your goals, then break them up into small, manageable tasks you can tackle easily. Celebrate when you hit milestones, and always you’re your end goal in sight when things get tough.  For example, you might be worried about thoughts that you will never finish the novel you dream of writing. Instead of worrying, set aside 30 minutes a day to write. As you get more comfortable, make it 1 hour, then 2 hours until you have a few chapters to start editing. If you find that you can’t stick to the amount of time that you set, don’t get down on yourself. Simply adjust the timetable to make it work for you. Laughing away accidents and misfortune is one of the best ways to stay sharp and sane. Humor will “re-set” negative events in a positive manner, ending the stress and worry. Laughter will give you much needed perspective on your thoughts and make it easier to keep bad thoughts at bay.  Laugh at yourself too – you shouldn't take your life so seriously that you forget to enjoy it. Laughter is contagious, so join people who laugh a lot or tell jokes. If you gravitate towards people who like to laugh, you’ll find yourself laughing more as well. Just knowing that there is someone who you can be open and honest with can make bad thoughts seem much less daunting. Building trust with someone takes time, and you’ll need to be a little vulnerable sharing your concerns with another person, but having this bond will ultimately help you realize that you are not alone. You can deal with your bad thoughts when they appear, and there will be someone to help you. If you feel like you can’t share your thoughts with someone for whatever reason, consider making an appointment with a professional therapist. They are trained to listen well and help you work through your problems.

SUMMARY:
Take care of your body. Begin a meditation practice. Work towards long-term goals. Have a sense of humor when faced with hardship. Find a friend or family member that you can be honest with.