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How to Deal with an Abusive Wife
Being married to an abuser can make you feel hopeless and alone. You are not alone--many others have been where you've been. Protect yourself from an abusive wife by learning to voice your boundaries and recognize her triggers. If you want to leave the ma...
How to Store Slime
Making your own slime is the perfect do-it-yourself afternoon project. You can make it from simple ingredients, and then you can play with it for hours. Of course, after making it, you want to keep it fresh, and the best way to do that is to put it in som...
How to Use Ear Drops
Ear drops are often used to treat ear infections and impacted wax. Ear drops are easy and safe to apply, but you must keep the medicine in the ear for a few minutes. If you are administering ear drops to a child, make sure to calm the child so that they s...
How to Apply a Charcoal Mask
If you've tried everything to treat your blemish-prone or oily skin, try a charcoal mask! Once you've tested your skin for a reaction, apply the mask to blemish-prone parts of your face and let the mask dry. Slowly peel off the mask before you wash and mo...
How to Do the Russian Squat‐and‐Kick Dance
When you think of Russian folk dancing, you probably picture someone squatting low to the ground, arms folded, kicking their legs in front of them. This dance—which actually originated in Ukraine—is also known as the Cossack dance, Ukrainian Hopak stage d...
How to Connect a VCR to a ROKU TV
Viewing a film on tape is an experience of its own and transports one to a completely different point in time. Technology has advanced tremendously over the past decade, but like cult classic films there is a following with everything- even videotapes. Wh...
How to Prepare Mushrooms
Mushrooms can add delicious earthy flavor to a wide variety of recipes, including soup, pasta dishes, and your favorite casserole. But before you cook mushrooms, it's important to prepare them by cleaning, trimming, and cutting them properly. Most mushroo...
How to Apply Plumber's Putty
Plumbers putty is a commonly used supply in plumbing projects. It is probably most often used to put together sinks and seal them to prevent water leaks. By cleaning properly, warming up the putty, and pressing it into place, you can apply putty like a pr...
How to Clear a Printer Spooler
A print spooler is the software that handles all the print jobs being sent to a printer. If your printer's not working and your print jobs keep getting stuck, you may need to clear the printer spooler. Before you clear the printer spooler, make sure your...
How to Install Landscape Edging
Landscape edging can give planters and gardens an attractive, organized appearance. If you want to install landscape edging on your property, you’ll probably use either plastic, brick, or metal edging. No matter what you choose, you’ll need to decide on a...
How to Format Code on Slack on PC or Mac
This wikiHow teaches you how to share code with other Slack users in an easy-to-read format.
How to Calculate Social Security Benefits
Understanding how much you'll receive each month in Social Security benefits is a big part of retirement planning. The average is around $16,000 a year, but the actual amount you'll receive depends on how much money you've put into the system. The Social...
How to Wear Bracelets
The right bracelet can make any outfit look a little more polished, stylish, and fun. If you’ve ever gone shopping for jewelry, though, you’ll know that all the available options can be overwhelming! To narrow down your search, first determine your skin t...
How to Teach Drawing
Teaching drawing can be fun and rewarding, but it’s also a challenge. To be a successful drawing teacher, you need to be patient and encouraging. Try not to point out students mistakes or be judgmental. Remember, everyone has to start somewhere! By starti...
How to Deter Coyotes
Coyotes are one of the top ten most fearsome predators in North America. These animals aren’t usually a threat to humans, but can make a mess on your land and become aggressive at close range. Simply preventing access to food sources (like garbage) will h...
How to Get a New York State ID
The state of New York issues identification cards—also known as non-driver’s ID—to anyone who follows the proper application procedure. Note that a NY ID card is not the same thing as a driver’s license.[1] X Research source ID cards are iss...