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Turn on the heat and all defrosters. This will help melt snow and ice as well as give you a place to warm up once you are done digging.Turn on your headlights to help melt the snow and ice from the lenses. Leave the engine running and the heat and defrosters on while you finish removing the ice from the windshield and windows.  Ensure you have enough gasoline to let the car idle while you are removing the rest of snow and still reach your destination. If you don’t have a key fob and your locks are frozen, use lock de-icer if you have it. If not, you could try heating up your key with a lighter or matches before inserting it into the lock. Be careful not to burn your hands or gloves! Don’t force the lock, or you may end up needing a locksmith. Do this after you start your car so the heat and defrosters make the job a bit easier. Use an ice scraper to clear the windshield, side windows, side mirrors, back window and any parts of the roof and hood that are not yet free of ice.  Do not pour warm water on the windshield as this can cause the glass to crack! You should also free up the wipers, if they are frozen. Remove snow and ice from your headlights and taillights as well. Clear any large piles of snow or ice that will get in the way of you driving your car away from the spot you were parked in. Use a low gear and a low speed to help you move the car away from the spot.  You may want to put salt, sand, or cat litter around your tires to help you gain traction when attempting to drive away. The gritty material is easier for your tires to grab onto than snow and ice. Rock your car or get a push to help you gain momentum. If no one is around to help you push the car, you can alternate between reverse and drive to get the car moving. Be sure to let the engine return to neutral before shifting gears.

summary: Start the car. Clear the windshield and windows. Dig out a path to drive away.


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It’s easy to feel guilty or worried about your success and your child. However, it’s best to redirect your thinking to things that you can control. When you become overwhelmed, take a step back and remind yourself that you’re doing the best that you can. If you’re worried about something in particular, try to find a solution for that problem first.  For example, if you’re worried that your kid is doing poorly in school, you can schedule a conference or phone call with their teacher to talk about ways that you can help them at home. On days where you feel in over your head, don’t be afraid to ask for help from friends and family. Talk with your child about how you expect them to act, and outline what will happen if they break the rules. Then, ask them if there’s anything they’d like to change or adjust. You can also ask them if there’s anything that they would like you to do for them in return for their good behavior.  For example, you can talk to your child about setting up a reward system for good grades. You can say something like, “If you get all As and Bs this semester, I’ll let you get a cell phone. If you get a C or lower in any class after that, I’ll take the phone away until you get your grades back up.” This will help to create an environment that’s respectful and healthy for both of you. You should be able to trust that your child will follow the rules as long as you’re meeting your end of the deal, too. Try to stay positive about your co-parent if you’re not together anymore. Give your child time to form their own opinions of their other parent, and be a role model to how to handle breakups respectfully. Telling your child that one of their parents is “bad” can cause them to feel confused and insecure.  Even if you’re angry with the other parent, avoid talking to your child about them. Instead, look to a close friend, a trusted family member, or even a therapist who you can confide in. For example, if you’re not speaking to your child’s father, you can say something like, “Dad is going to pick you up from school today. He and I are having a disagreement right now, but we both still love you.” It’s nice to have friends who you can talk to about your struggles and triumphs. Try looking into joining a single parent group in your neighborhood, or find an online community of single parents to ask for advice. Participate in activities and talk to them about what’s going on in your life. It’s also important to make friends with parents who are couples, as well. They can help to show your kid that there are many different ways to be a family, but the important part is that a family is loving and caring to one another. It’s easy to feel guilty about a failed marriage or financial problems. However, dwelling on these problems doesn’t help to improve the situation. Channel your energy into something productive, like making a budget, improving your self-image, and taking care of your child.  For instance, if you’re having financial issues, instead of saying something like, “I can’t even keep my finances in order. This is why my wife left me,” you can say something like, “I can’t wait to stick to my new budget and gain financial independence.” If you’re overwhelmed by feelings of guilt or feel like you can’t move forward, consider talking to a therapist about finding coping techniques that will work for you.

summary: Stay positive even when things get hard. Establish rules, rewards, and consequences, and discuss them with your child. Avoid talking badly about your ex-partner if you’re separated. Befriend other single parents who you can talk to. Let go of the past and focus on the future.


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If you have dark hair, your best bet is choosing a darker color. If you have very light hair, you have more options because almost all colors will show up on your hair.  If you want to try a really “out there” color or don't quite know how a certain color will look on you, this DIY hair dye is perfect for you. You don't have to commit to any color for too long, and it's no big deal if you don't like your results– it will be gone in a couple of washes.
summary: Choose your color(s).