How to Visit a Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum

Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the popular "Little House" children's book series is an American legend. Her stories have inspired generations of fans and devoted readers. Today, fans of the "Little House" books can visit a number of historical sites devoted to the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family.

Instructions

Visit Pepin Wisconsin

1

Follow Wisconsin Highway 35 north to the small village of Pepin, Wisconsin, the birthplace of Laura Ingalls Wilder.

2

Travel seven miles north of Pepin along the Country Highway CC to visit the little log cabin that is the setting for Laura Ingalls Wilder's first book, "Little House in the Big Woods."

3

Take part in the annual Laura Ingalls Wilder Days each September which features a fiddling contest, essay contest and many pioneer crafts and activities.

Visit Malone, New York

4

Visit the small town of Malone located in upstate New York, childhood home of Almanzo Wilder, husband of Laura Ingalls Wilder.

5

Travel northeast from Malone on US Route 11 for two and half miles, then turn on Country Route 23 until you reach the Donahue Road. From there turn right on the Stacy Road. The Wilder Homestead will be on your left.

6

Take a tour of the original house that belonged to Almanzo's parents and was the setting of for the "Little House" book "Farmer Boy" anytime between May and October. Most tours take between 30 and 60 minutes.

7

Peruse the on-site museum and gift shop to see the large collection of antique farm equipment and old-fashioned gifts.

Visit De Smet, South Dakota

8

Visit De Smet, South Dakota, the setting of five of the "Little House" books, including "Little Town on the Prairie" and "These Happy Golden Years."

9

Watch the "Little House" Pageant, held each July, on the open prairie, one mile from De Smet.

10

Go to the Surveyors House, the setting of "On the Shores of Silver Lake." The house has been moved from its original site to a lot in the heart of De Smet.

11

Take a tour of the Ingalls Family Home, where Ma and Pa Ingalls lived after they finished farming on their claim. The site is filled with many personal artifacts from the Ingalls Family.

12

Stop by the replica of the Brewster School, where Laura first taught.

Visit Mansfield, Missouri

13

Travel to the Ozark Hills in Eastern Missouri, to Mansfield, final home of Laura Ingalls Wilder and her husband, Almanzo.

14

Follow Route 60 through Mansfield to Rocky Ridge Farm, the home of Laura and Almanzo, and their daughter, Rose Wilder Lane.

15

Take a tour of the farmhouse Laura and Almanzo built, using timber and stones from their land.

16

Gaze upon the living room, kitchen and bedrooms, preserved as they were in 1956, at the time of Laura's death.

17

Make a tax deductible donation to the Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Home and Museum, so that others can enjoy this piece of American history.

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Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the popular "Little House" children's book series is an American legend. Her stories have inspired generations of fans and devoted readers. Today, fans of the "Little House" books can visit a number of historical sites devoted to the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family.

Instructions

Visit Pepin Wisconsin

1

Follow Wisconsin Highway 35 north to the small village of Pepin, Wisconsin, the birthplace of Laura Ingalls Wilder.

2

Travel seven miles north of Pepin along the Country Highway CC to visit the little log cabin that is the setting for Laura Ingalls Wilder's first book, "Little House in the Big Woods."

3

Take part in the annual Laura Ingalls Wilder Days each September which features a fiddling contest, essay contest and many pioneer crafts and activities.

Visit Malone, New York

4

Visit the small town of Malone located in upstate New York, childhood home of Almanzo Wilder, husband of Laura Ingalls Wilder.

5

Travel northeast from Malone on US Route 11 for two and half miles, then turn on Country Route 23 until you reach the Donahue Road.

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. From there turn right on the Stacy Road. The Wilder Homestead will be on your left.
6

Take a tour of the original house that belonged to Almanzo's parents and was the setting of for the "Little House" book "Farmer Boy" anytime between May and October. Most tours take between 30 and 60 minutes.

7

Peruse the on-site museum and gift shop to see the large collection of antique farm equipment and old-fashioned gifts.

Visit De Smet, South Dakota

8

Visit De Smet, South Dakota, the setting of five of the "Little House" books, including "Little Town on the Prairie" and "These Happy Golden Years."

9

Watch the "Little House" Pageant, held each July, on the open prairie, one mile from De Smet.

10

Go to the Surveyors House, the setting of "On the Shores of Silver Lake." The house has been moved from its original site to a lot in the heart of De Smet.

11

Take a tour of the Ingalls Family Home, where Ma and Pa Ingalls lived after they finished farming on their claim. The site is filled with many personal artifacts from the Ingalls Family.

12

Stop by the replica of the Brewster School, where Laura first taught.

Visit Mansfield, Missouri

13

Travel to the Ozark Hills in Eastern Missouri, to Mansfield, final home of Laura Ingalls Wilder and her husband, Almanzo.

14

Follow Route 60 through Mansfield to Rocky Ridge Farm, the home of Laura and Almanzo, and their daughter, Rose Wilder Lane.

15

Take a tour of the farmhouse Laura and Almanzo built, using timber and stones from their land.

16

Gaze upon the living room, kitchen and bedrooms, preserved as they were in 1956, at the time of Laura's death.

17

Make a tax deductible donation to the Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Home and Museum, so that others can enjoy this piece of American history.

How to Avoid Traffic at Turner Field

Turner Field isn't the most centrally located ballpark in Major League Baseball. MARTA, metro Atlanta's mass transit system, doesn't have a stop at Turner Field. So, getting in and out of the various parking lots at "The Ted" can be tricky, especially if you are coming from the northern suburbs, where most residents of metro Atlanta reside. Read on to learn how to avoid traffic at Turner Field.

Instructions

Coming to Turner Field

1

The main problem when coming from north of the city is the bottle neck that forms on I-75/85 at the I-20 interchange and the Fulton Street exit at Turner Field. The best way to avoid this traffic is to go past these exits and past Turner Field. Exit at University Avenue, take a left, and get back on to I-75/85 North. Exit at the Fulton Street exit and proceed to whatever color parking lot you wish to park in. You will find that there is very little traffic on this exit coming from the south side.

2

If you are coming from part of the city where you can take I-20 in, do it. There is far less traffic on I-20 coming into the city and the exits to Turner Field are far less congested.

3

Park in the appropriate lot. If you are looking to get out of the game quickly, park in the appropriate lot before the game. If you park in the Lexus Lot or the Green Lot prior to the game, you may have a shorter walk to the stadium, but you will be sitting in more traffic after the game.

Leaving Turner Field

4

Leaving Turner Field after a Braves game is just as hard as getting there. If you live west or north of the city, consider taking I-20 West to I-285.

5

React. If it appears that the I-20 route is too congested, take I-75/85 South to Langford Pkwy West to I-285. Always remember that far fewer people are coming from south of the city.

6

Follow the flow. Traffic cops are out and are there to make your exit easier. If they direct you in a direction that you are not used to, don't worry. Follow the flow of traffic. The traffic cops know what they are doing and you will find your way to a major road quickly.

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Turner Field isn't the most centrally located ballpark in Major League Baseball. MARTA, metro Atlanta's mass transit system, doesn't have a stop at Turner Field. So, getting in and out of the various parking lots at "The Ted" can be tricky, especially if you are coming from the northern suburbs, where most residents of metro Atlanta reside. Read on to learn how to avoid traffic at Turner Field.

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Instructions

Coming to Turner Field

1

The main problem when coming from north of the city is the bottle neck that forms on I-75/85 at the I-20 interchange and the Fulton Street exit at Turner Field. The best way to avoid this traffic is to go past these exits and past Turner Field. Exit at University Avenue, take a left, and get back on to I-75/85 North. Exit at the Fulton Street exit and proceed to whatever color parking lot you wish to park in. You will find that there is very little traffic on this exit coming from the south side.

2

If you are coming from part of the city where you can take I-20 in, do it. There is far less traffic on I-20 coming into the city and the exits to Turner Field are far less congested.

3

Park in the appropriate lot. If you are looking to get out of the game quickly, park in the appropriate lot before the game. If you park in the Lexus Lot or the Green Lot prior to the game, you may have a shorter walk to the stadium, but you will be sitting in more traffic after the game.

Leaving Turner Field

4

Leaving Turner Field after a Braves game is just as hard as getting there. If you live west or north of the city, consider taking I-20 West to I-285.

5

React. If it appears that the I-20 route is too congested, take I-75/85 South to Langford Pkwy West to I-285. Always remember that far fewer people are coming from south of the city.

6

Follow the flow. Traffic cops are out and are there to make your exit easier. If they direct you in a direction that you are not used to, don't worry. Follow the flow of traffic. The traffic cops know what they are doing and you will find your way to a major road quickly.

How to Explain Menstruation to Boys

It's only natural to teach menstruation to girls but it's sometimes forgotten when it comes to boys. But inevitably they are going to have questions about it, too. Just as girls should know what boys are dealing with during puberty, boys should have a good understanding of menstruation. Read on to learn how to explain menstruation to boys.

Instructions

1

Start early. Doctors recommend speaking to girls about menstruation around age eight, and this would be a good time to explain it to boys as well. But boys do go through puberty a few years after girls, so age nine or 10 would still be appropriate.

2

Know the facts. Have a complete understanding of what happens to the female body during menstruation to explain the process completely. Be prepared to answer any questions.

3

Consider using a book. Reading a book about menstruation with boys is a great way to explain the process. Read together then give him a chance to ask questions. This will begin a good discussion.

4

Show pictures. Visual aids are a helpful way to explain menstruation. This will also give boys a better understanding of the female body.

5

Use the correct names for body parts. Nicknames for reproductive organs--girls' or boys'--gives the impression that they are something to be ashamed of. Respect their bodies by giving them the appropriate names.

6

Rehearse if you are nervous. If you are nervous, kids will pick up on that and they will be nervous too. Rehearse beforehand so you will know what you are going to say and how you are going to say it. Stay calm and know that any attempt to explain menstruation is better than nothing.

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It's only natural to teach menstruation to girls but it's sometimes forgotten when it comes to boys. But inevitably they are going to have questions about it, too. Just as girls should know what boys are dealing with during puberty, boys should have a good understanding of menstruation. Read on to learn how to explain menstruation to boys.

Instructions

1

Start early. Doctors recommend speaking to girls about menstruation around age eight, and this would be a good time to explain it to boys as well. But boys do go through puberty a few years after girls, so age nine or 10 would still be appropriate.

2

Know the facts. Have a complete understanding of what happens to the female body during menstruation to explain the process completely. Be prepared to answer any questions.

3

Consider using a book. Reading a book about menstruation with boys is a great way to explain the process. Read together then give him a chance to ask questions. This will begin a good discussion.

4

Show pictures. Visual aids are a helpful way to explain menstruation. This will also give boys a better understanding of the female body.

5

Use the correct names for body parts. Nicknames for reproductive organs--girls' or boys'--gives the impression that they are something to be ashamed of.

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. Respect their bodies by giving them the appropriate names.
6

Rehearse if you are nervous. If you are nervous, kids will pick up on that and they will be nervous too. Rehearse beforehand so you will know what you are going to say and how you are going to say it. Stay calm and know that any attempt to explain menstruation is better than nothing.

How to Make Art Like Eric Carle

Author and illustrator, Eric Carle has sold over 70 million copies of his children's books worldwide. Known for his distinct collage style when it comes to illustration, Eric Carle creates whimsical images that bring to life his fun and fascinating stories.

Instructions

1

Squeeze a bright shade of acrylic paint into a bowl and mix with water. Repeat with different shades of paint so that you have three or four bowls with a different color in each.

2

Paint a single piece of tissue paper with one of the paint and water mixtures. Let the tissue paper dry on newspapers.

3

Apply a second coat of a different color of paint and water mixture over the tissue paper in wavy brush strokes. After the tissue paper has dried, apply a third coat of another color in dashes or dots to make an art pattern.

4

Soak a piece of carpet, sponge or burlap into another bowl of paint and water. Wring out the piece of material, and dab it onto different areas of the tissue paper.

5

Draw a small creature (such as a caterpillar, cricket, firefly or spider) with a Sharpie marker onto a piece of tracing paper.

6

Lay the tracing paper over the piece of painted tissue paper. Cut out the different segments of the creature's body by cutting along the black lines.

7

Apply a thin layer of glue or wallpaper paste over the cut shapes of tissue paper. Paste the shapes onto a white illustration board. Now you've made a piece of art in the same style as Eric Carle.

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Author and illustrator, Eric Carle has sold over 70 million copies of his children's books worldwide. Known for his distinct collage style when it comes to illustration, Eric Carle creates whimsical images that bring to life his fun and fascinating stories.

Instructions

1

Squeeze a bright shade of acrylic paint into a bowl and mix with water. Repeat with different shades of paint so that you have three or four bowls with a different color in each.

2

Paint a single piece of tissue paper with one of the paint and water mixtures. Let the tissue paper dry on newspapers.

3

Apply a second coat of a different color of paint and water mixture over the tissue paper in wavy brush strokes. After the tissue paper has dried, apply a third coat of another color in dashes or dots to make an art pattern.

4

Soak a piece of carpet, sponge or burlap into another bowl of paint and water. Wring out the piece of material, and dab it onto different areas of the tissue paper.

5

Draw a small creature (such as a caterpillar, cricket, firefly or spider) with a Sharpie marker onto a piece of tracing paper.

6

Lay the tracing paper over the piece of painted tissue paper. Cut out the different segments of the creature's body by cutting along the black lines.

7

Apply a thin layer of glue or wallpaper paste over the cut shapes of tissue paper. Paste the shapes onto a white illustration board. Now you've made a piece of art in the same style as Eric Carle.

How to Become an Art Dealer

Art dealers can make profound changes in the landscape of art and the lives of artists. Art dealers are the backbone behind great artists and have been integral in unveiling many creative artistic geniuses. Follow these steps if you want to become an art dealer.

Instructions

1

Research art so you can know what you are talking about when talking art. Many art dealers study art history or are artists themselves whose talent for spotting art is greater than their talent for creation.

2

Find out where local artists congregate. Seek out artists and their work. You can often find artists in universities and community art programs. Sometimes artists are found in the unlikely places; it is your job to seek them out or make your services available to them.

3

View as much art as possible from various artists. Have a discerning eye and figure out what the current market trends are or anticipate what the trends will be. The mark of a great art dealer is knowing what people will want before they want it.

4

Find a space to display your new artists' artwork. Obtain a gallery or rent a space and schedule an art opening, inviting as many people as you know, preferably people who enjoy purchasing and viewing great art.

5

Determine a percentage or method of payment for your services. Depending on who you sell to and how much you sell for you can make a considerable profit from showcasing the art you are dealing, especially from sales to museums or seasoned collectors.

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Art dealers can make profound changes in the landscape of art and the lives of artists. Art dealers are the backbone behind great artists and have been integral in unveiling many creative artistic geniuses. Follow these steps if you want to become an art dealer.

Instructions

1

Research art so you can know what you are talking about when talking art.

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. Many art dealers study art history or are artists themselves whose talent for spotting art is greater than their talent for creation.
2

Find out where local artists congregate. Seek out artists and their work. You can often find artists in universities and community art programs. Sometimes artists are found in the unlikely places; it is your job to seek them out or make your services available to them.

3

View as much art as possible from various artists. Have a discerning eye and figure out what the current market trends are or anticipate what the trends will be. The mark of a great art dealer is knowing what people will want before they want it.

4

Find a space to display your new artists' artwork. Obtain a gallery or rent a space and schedule an art opening, inviting as many people as you know, preferably people who enjoy purchasing and viewing great art.

5

Determine a percentage or method of payment for your services. Depending on who you sell to and how much you sell for you can make a considerable profit from showcasing the art you are dealing, especially from sales to museums or seasoned collectors.

How to Make a Vegan Cheeseburger

A cheeseburger is an essential element of the backyard barbecue. It's possible to make a cheeseburger recipe without animal products. Suitable for vegans, hamburger patties and cheese typically made from soy-beans are easy to find. They are a source of low fat protein with low levels of saturated fat and cholesterol. And because the vegan food industry has evolved, they taste as good as the real thing.

Instructions

1

Print out the following grocery list: sesamied hamburger buns, vegan patties, vegan cheddar cheese, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, pickles, ketchup, mustard, vegetable oil and barbecue sauce. Decide how many cheeseburgers you want to make.

2

Go to a supermarket or health food store. You are less likely to find vegan products in grocery or convenience stores but you can try. Buy the items listed in Step 1. This recipe does not depend on exact quantities. Use your judgement to buy the correct quantities.

3

Prepare the vegetables. Wash them first. Slice the tomato and onion. Chop or shred the lettuce. Keep them in separate containers.

4

Cook the burgers. Apply a film of vegetable oil on the grill to prevent sticking. You can use an oven grill but a charcoal barbecue is preferred. Cook the patties for no more than 10 minutes. Although they come pre-cooked you need to grill them for flavor. Add half a teaspoon of barbecue sauce on each patty before flipping it so that it can absorb extra flavor. Add a slice of cheese per patty, one minute before removing it from the grill. Toast the buns to a brown on the grill.

5

Stack the vegan cheeseburger from the bottom up. Put the bottom bun on a plate. Add a teaspoon of mustard. Put the patty on top. Add a teaspoon of ketchup. Add a tomato slice. Put pickles. Add onions and lettuce. Close it by adding the top bun. Pressure gently from the top so that it stays intact.

6

Serve the recipe and enjoy. It is preferable that you serve them with some side salad and french fries. You can make the salad from the left over vegetables and with salad dressing.

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A cheeseburger is an essential element of the backyard barbecue. It's possible to make a cheeseburger recipe without animal products. Suitable for vegans, hamburger patties and cheese typically made from soy-beans are easy to find. They are a source of low fat protein with low levels of saturated fat and cholesterol. And because the vegan food industry has evolved, they taste as good as the real thing.

Instructions

1

Print out the following grocery list: sesamied hamburger buns, vegan patties, vegan cheddar cheese, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, pickles, ketchup, mustard, vegetable oil and barbecue sauce. Decide how many cheeseburgers you want to make.

2

Go to a supermarket or health food store. You are less likely to find vegan products in grocery or convenience stores but you can try. Buy the items listed in Step 1. This recipe does not depend on exact quantities. Use your judgement to buy the correct quantities.

3

Prepare the vegetables. Wash them first. Slice the tomato and onion. Chop or shred the lettuce. Keep them in separate containers.

4

Cook the burgers. Apply a film of vegetable oil on the grill to prevent sticking. You can use an oven grill but a charcoal barbecue is preferred. Cook the patties for no more than 10 minutes. Although they come pre-cooked you need to grill them for flavor. Add half a teaspoon of barbecue sauce on each patty before flipping it so that it can absorb extra flavor. Add a slice of cheese per patty, one minute before removing it from the grill. Toast the buns to a brown on the grill.

5

Stack the vegan cheeseburger from the bottom up. Put the bottom bun on a plate.

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. Add a teaspoon of mustard. Put the patty on top. Add a teaspoon of ketchup. Add a tomato slice. Put pickles. Add onions and lettuce. Close it by adding the top bun. Pressure gently from the top so that it stays intact.
6

Serve the recipe and enjoy. It is preferable that you serve them with some side salad and french fries. You can make the salad from the left over vegetables and with salad dressing.

How to Stop a Bar Fight

It is never pleasant when a bar fight breaks out near you, especially if your friends or family are involved. However, bar fights can be stopped with relatively little drama or damage. Typically, bar fights are nothing more than intoxicated people overreacting with a punch to an otherwise meaningless situation.

Instructions

1

Try to calm the situation down before it comes to blows. Usually, bar fights break out after quite a bit of yelling, pushing and shoving. This is the ideal time to stop a bar fight. By simply getting in between the instigators, and attempting to talk to each of them calmly and rationally, you can usually prevent a bigger fight from breaking out.

2

If punches are thrown, you need to stop the participants and prevent others from joining in the fight. If you are trying to break up a fight, you usually know one of the participants. Tackle the person you know and get him/her away from the scene as soon as possible. Once the main participant is out of the picture, the rest of the fighters tend to stop as well. After all, most of them probably don't know why they are fighting!

3

When all else fails, call the police or bar security. The threat of getting kicked out of the bar, or worse, arrested, is usually enough to stop a fight.

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It is never pleasant when a bar fight breaks out near you, especially if your friends or family are involved. However, bar fights can be stopped with relatively little drama or damage. Typically, bar fights are nothing more than intoxicated people overreacting with a punch to an otherwise meaningless situation.

Instructions

1

Try to calm the situation down before it comes to blows. Usually, bar fights break out after quite a bit of yelling, pushing and shoving.

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. This is the ideal time to stop a bar fight. By simply getting in between the instigators, and attempting to talk to each of them calmly and rationally, you can usually prevent a bigger fight from breaking out.
2

If punches are thrown, you need to stop the participants and prevent others from joining in the fight. If you are trying to break up a fight, you usually know one of the participants. Tackle the person you know and get him/her away from the scene as soon as possible. Once the main participant is out of the picture, the rest of the fighters tend to stop as well. After all, most of them probably don't know why they are fighting!

3

When all else fails, call the police or bar security. The threat of getting kicked out of the bar, or worse, arrested, is usually enough to stop a fight.

How to Get Inspired to Paint

Every now and then, even the best of artists need some inspiration to get going on a new creative project. When your ideas aren't flowing as freely as you'd like, it can be hard to keep your momentum going as a painter. Here are some ways you can get inspired to paint, draw, sculpt, or create any other type of art.

Instructions

1

Put on some of your favorite music, preferably something atmospheric. Anything that helps you calm down, let go of stress and clear your mind of distractions is a great choice. Sit down and close your eyes, and allow images to come into your mind at will, without trying to control them.

2

Watch movies in a genre appropriate to your style of art. For example, if you paint fantasy art, watch films in that genre. Movies with a lot of lush imagery can help conjure up artistic ideas in your mind.

3

People watch in a sidewalk caf, if you draw or paint people as subjects. Sometimes, observing interaction between strangers can give you inspiration for a new work of art.

4

Browse for new artists online, or visit art galleries locally. Seeing other artists' work can help spur your mind into thinking creative thoughts. You're not necessarily out to copy ideas from other people, just to surround yourself with artistic talent.

5

Read a book that relates to your style of art. Just as with watching movies, the imagery that's called forth in your mind as you read can give you some new ideas.

6

Break your normal routine. Take a day off from work, errands and chores. Go for a walk in the countryside, a crowded city, along the ocean, or whatever strikes your fancy and take in the sights and sounds. Sometimes, all you need is a chance to separate yourself from the daily grind.

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Every now and then, even the best of artists need some inspiration to get going on a new creative project. When your ideas aren't flowing as freely as you'd like, it can be hard to keep your momentum going as a painter. Here are some ways you can get inspired to paint, draw, sculpt, or create any other type of art.

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.

Instructions

1

Put on some of your favorite music, preferably something atmospheric. Anything that helps you calm down, let go of stress and clear your mind of distractions is a great choice. Sit down and close your eyes, and allow images to come into your mind at will, without trying to control them.

2

Watch movies in a genre appropriate to your style of art. For example, if you paint fantasy art, watch films in that genre. Movies with a lot of lush imagery can help conjure up artistic ideas in your mind.

3

People watch in a sidewalk caf, if you draw or paint people as subjects. Sometimes, observing interaction between strangers can give you inspiration for a new work of art.

4

Browse for new artists online, or visit art galleries locally. Seeing other artists' work can help spur your mind into thinking creative thoughts. You're not necessarily out to copy ideas from other people, just to surround yourself with artistic talent.

5

Read a book that relates to your style of art. Just as with watching movies, the imagery that's called forth in your mind as you read can give you some new ideas.

6

Break your normal routine. Take a day off from work, errands and chores. Go for a walk in the countryside, a crowded city, along the ocean, or whatever strikes your fancy and take in the sights and sounds. Sometimes, all you need is a chance to separate yourself from the daily grind.

How to Sell Art at an Art Gallery

The role of selling art in a gallery is often labeled by the title "Art Dealer." While there are no specific qualifications that mandate the knowledge, skills or abilities an art dealer must possess, there are some fundamental basics that someone interested in selling art in a gallery needs to consider when contemplating this type of career.

Instructions

1

Consider a degree in fine arts, art history or art administration if you are interested in becoming an art dealer. While there are no minimum education requirements to be considered an art dealer, education in the arts is highly desirable. The art world is an extremely complex field. Knowing about the subject is imperative.

2

Understand how the art market functions. Stay current on the value, prices and market fluctuations of the artwork you are interested in obtaining or selling. A good art dealer controls the market. By increasing the demand for what you are showing, you increase your profit.

3

Know why people buy art. People generally do not buy art because they fall in love with it and must own it. People buy art because they believe in its value and worth. Many people buy art as an investment. Part of an art dealer's job is like that of an investment banker. You need to know when to advise your patrons to buy and when not to buy artwork.

4

Develop a contact list that includes artists and patrons alike. Reputation is very important in the art world. Developing a loyal base of clients and artists is beneficial for sales and also for referrals regarding both artists and other buyers.

5

Visit unknown artists and discover new talent. Visit the galleries of established artists. Find artists to exhibit as the main function of selling art.

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The role of selling art in a gallery is often labeled by the title "Art Dealer." While there are no specific qualifications that mandate the knowledge, skills or abilities an art dealer must possess, there are some fundamental basics that someone interested in selling art in a gallery needs to consider when contemplating this type of career.

Instructions

1

Consider a degree in fine arts, art history or art administration if you are interested in becoming an art dealer. While there are no minimum education requirements to be considered an art dealer, education in the arts is highly desirable.

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. The art world is an extremely complex field. Knowing about the subject is imperative.
2

Understand how the art market functions. Stay current on the value, prices and market fluctuations of the artwork you are interested in obtaining or selling. A good art dealer controls the market. By increasing the demand for what you are showing, you increase your profit.

3

Know why people buy art. People generally do not buy art because they fall in love with it and must own it. People buy art because they believe in its value and worth. Many people buy art as an investment. Part of an art dealer's job is like that of an investment banker. You need to know when to advise your patrons to buy and when not to buy artwork.

4

Develop a contact list that includes artists and patrons alike. Reputation is very important in the art world. Developing a loyal base of clients and artists is beneficial for sales and also for referrals regarding both artists and other buyers.

5

Visit unknown artists and discover new talent. Visit the galleries of established artists. Find artists to exhibit as the main function of selling art.

How to Identify Fine Porcelain Marks

Table settings with silver, embossed place cards, and monogrammed linens look better with fine china. When you buy these elegant additions to your table, you might look at their markings to determine their value. You might even uncover a rare, valuable piece.

Instructions

1

Find the porcelain mark. Artists or manufacturers usually place the mark on the back or bottom of the item.

2

View the mark with a magnifying glass. The clearness of the edge may reveal the age of of the piece. Clear marks suggest relatively recent manufacture. Smudged or blurred marks can mean fine, aged porcelain.

3

Touch the stamp. Most fine porcelain marks are applied with ink and are under glaze. Marks over glaze usually mean the porcelain was bought at wholesale or is a knockoff. A stamped, hand-painted paper label, sticker or impressed mark may reveal the age and maker.

4

Notice the color. Before 1850, companies or artists used mostly blue for their marks.

5

Identify marks other than the company name. Manufacturers and artists also used symbols, initials, and numbers to date fine porcelain. In 1891, the government required all porcelain to be stamped by the country of origin. Stickers used by modern countries remove easily. Several porcelain companies from Europe and Asia use the name of the trading company in the mark or stamp. The mark on older pieces of fine porcelain may carry the country of production near the stamp.

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Table settings with silver, embossed place cards, and monogrammed linens look better with fine china. When you buy these elegant additions to your table, you might look at their markings to determine their value. You might even uncover a rare, valuable piece.

Instructions

1

Find the porcelain mark. Artists or manufacturers usually place the mark on the back or bottom of the item.

2

View the mark with a magnifying glass. The clearness of the edge may reveal the age of of the piece. Clear marks suggest relatively recent manufacture. Smudged or blurred marks can mean fine, aged porcelain.

3

Touch the stamp. Most fine porcelain marks are applied with ink and are under glaze. Marks over glaze usually mean the porcelain was bought at wholesale or is a knockoff. A stamped, hand-painted paper label, sticker or impressed mark may reveal the age and maker.

4

Notice the color. Before 1850, companies or artists used mostly blue for their marks.

5

Identify marks other than the company name. Manufacturers and artists also used symbols, initials, and numbers to date fine porcelain. In 1891, the government required all porcelain to be stamped by the country of origin. Stickers used by modern countries remove easily. Several porcelain companies from Europe and Asia use the name of the trading company in the mark or stamp. The mark on older pieces of fine porcelain may carry the country of production near the stamp.

How to Diagnose Cytomegalovirus

Cytomegalovirus is one of the herpes viruses. A cytomegalovirus infection usually causes few symptoms in healthy people. Once a person is infected, the infection lies dormant in the body, but can recur later. CMV often mimics other diseases, so it can be difficult to diagnose. Follow these steps to diagnose cytomegalovirus.

Instructions

1

Notice if you have any of the following symptoms--headache, fever that lasts for several days, chills, an enlarged spleen, unusual or extreme tiredness and muscle aches. CMV often mimics mononucleosis.

2

Ask your doctor to give you a blood test which can detect antibodies for CMV infection. This test can tell if you have been infected, but it can't tell when you were infected.

3

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant and suspect that you have CMV. Special testing can be done on blood samples taken at different times during your pregnancy to determine when you were infected. An active CMV infection during pregnancy can harm the fetus.

4

Detect if your infant has any developmental problems and report them to your doctor. Most newborns infected with CMV have no symptoms, but mental, hearing or vision problems can develop later on.

5

Request that your doctor take cultures from your throat, urine, or other body tissues if you suspect an active serious CMV infection. If you have any other illnesses with fever, such as pneumonia, liver infection or anemia, they could be the result of complications from a CMV infection.

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Cytomegalovirus is one of the herpes viruses. A cytomegalovirus infection usually causes few symptoms in healthy people. Once a person is infected, the infection lies dormant in the body, but can recur later. CMV often mimics other diseases, so it can be difficult to diagnose. Follow these steps to diagnose cytomegalovirus.

Instructions

1

Notice if you have any of the following symptoms--headache, fever that lasts for several days, chills, an enlarged spleen, unusual or extreme tiredness and muscle aches. CMV often mimics mononucleosis.

2

Ask your doctor to give you a blood test which can detect antibodies for CMV infection.

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. This test can tell if you have been infected, but it can't tell when you were infected.
3

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant and suspect that you have CMV. Special testing can be done on blood samples taken at different times during your pregnancy to determine when you were infected. An active CMV infection during pregnancy can harm the fetus.

4

Detect if your infant has any developmental problems and report them to your doctor. Most newborns infected with CMV have no symptoms, but mental, hearing or vision problems can develop later on.

5

Request that your doctor take cultures from your throat, urine, or other body tissues if you suspect an active serious CMV infection. If you have any other illnesses with fever, such as pneumonia, liver infection or anemia, they could be the result of complications from a CMV infection.

How to Make a Ribbon Candy Christmas Ornament

Which just a needle and thread, colorful ribbon can be turned into a festive Christmas ornament. The ornament will resemble a piece of hard candy and when you hang it on the tree, it will look nearly good enough to eat.

Instructions

1

Measure the ribbon and cut a 20-inch length for each Christmas ornament.

2

Cut the fishing line or metallic thread into pieces 20 inches long and use it to thread a needle.

3

Fold over about 1/2 inch at the ends of the ribbon, and press it with your fingertip, or cut the end with pinking shears. Fold the ribbon back and forth over itself like an accordion and hold it between your thumb and forefinger.

4

Push the needle through the center of the folded ribbon, starting at the bottom and exiting at the top. Leave about 3 inches of thread at the bottom, and if necessary, knot the thread to keep from pulling it up through the ribbon.

5

Make a loop at the top of the ribbon to use as a hanger.

6

Poke the needle back into the top of the ribbon, about 1/4 inch from the first hole, and then push the needle back down. When you get to the bottom, tie the ends of the thread together.

7

Use your fingers to shape the ribbon so the curves are rounded.

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Which just a needle and thread, colorful ribbon can be turned into a festive Christmas ornament. The ornament will resemble a piece of hard candy and when you hang it on the tree, it will look nearly good enough to eat.

Instructions

1

Measure the ribbon and cut a 20-inch length for each Christmas ornament.

2

Cut the fishing line or metallic thread into pieces 20 inches long and use it to thread a needle.

3

Fold over about 1/2 inch at the ends of the ribbon, and press it with your fingertip, or cut the end with pinking shears. Fold the ribbon back and forth over itself like an accordion and hold it between your thumb and forefinger.

4

Push the needle through the center of the folded ribbon, starting at the bottom and exiting at the top. Leave about 3 inches of thread at the bottom, and if necessary, knot the thread to keep from pulling it up through the ribbon.

5

Make a loop at the top of the ribbon to use as a hanger.

6

Poke the needle back into the top of the ribbon, about 1/4 inch from the first hole, and then push the needle back down. When you get to the bottom, tie the ends of the thread together.

7

Use your fingers to shape the ribbon so the curves are rounded.

How to Research Fertility Clinic Success Rates

Many infertile couples seek the assistance of fertility clinics that offer Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART), fertility treatments that involve the handling of both eggs and sperm. Fertility clinics that perform ART in the U.S. must legally report their annual success rate data to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Couples can use this data to determine which clinic they want to employ.

Instructions

1

Review the CDC's annual report detailing the ART success rates for each of the fertility clinics. The report is available online and you can locate a clinic in your local area by entering your zip code.

2

Look at a clinic's success rates for the figures that are most relevant to your specific fertility issue or circumstances.

3

Use a clinic's success rates as a guideline. A clinic with a high success rate might not be successful in treating your specific fertility problem while a clinic with a low success rate may have treated patients who only had a low chance of getting pregnant.

4

Ask the clinic about their rate of live deliveries or live births. A clinic's "take home baby rate" is the only real measure of success. Any positive pregnancy tests or any pregnancies, even if miscarried or ectopic, are reported by some clinics as successes.

5

Set realistic expectations. The success of ART procedures vary with many factors, such as the woman's age, the number of eggs retrieved and the vitality of the sperm. National data for the reporting fertility clinics shows that success rates (take home baby rates) have increased slowly since the federal government mandated the reporting of rates in 1992.

6

Plan to go through multiple ART attempts. Experts advise this to maximize the potential of the therapy.

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Many infertile couples seek the assistance of fertility clinics that offer Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART), fertility treatments that involve the handling of both eggs and sperm. Fertility clinics that perform ART in the U.S. must legally report their annual success rate data to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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. Couples can use this data to determine which clinic they want to employ.

Instructions

1

Review the CDC's annual report detailing the ART success rates for each of the fertility clinics. The report is available online and you can locate a clinic in your local area by entering your zip code.

2

Look at a clinic's success rates for the figures that are most relevant to your specific fertility issue or circumstances.

3

Use a clinic's success rates as a guideline. A clinic with a high success rate might not be successful in treating your specific fertility problem while a clinic with a low success rate may have treated patients who only had a low chance of getting pregnant.

4

Ask the clinic about their rate of live deliveries or live births. A clinic's "take home baby rate" is the only real measure of success. Any positive pregnancy tests or any pregnancies, even if miscarried or ectopic, are reported by some clinics as successes.

5

Set realistic expectations. The success of ART procedures vary with many factors, such as the woman's age, the number of eggs retrieved and the vitality of the sperm. National data for the reporting fertility clinics shows that success rates (take home baby rates) have increased slowly since the federal government mandated the reporting of rates in 1992.

6

Plan to go through multiple ART attempts. Experts advise this to maximize the potential of the therapy.

How to Remove Breast Implants

It used to be that only women who needed to augment their physical attributes to make a living got breast implants, but today it includes the woman next door who simply wants to feel more attractive. But for many the story doesn't end there, because they're unhappy with the results, or after years of problems they wish to have their implants removed or replaced. Here's the scoop on how to remove your implants.

Instructions

1

Take your time making the decision to remove breast implants. It will alter many aspects of your life to have them removed just like it did when you decided to get breast implants in the first place. Allow yourself the time needed to fully investigate removing your implants to ensure you make the best decision possible.

2

Decide if you want to have them completely removed altogether or replaced with new implants. Some women who are unhappy with their current implants will choose to "downsize" to smaller implants, while others will prefer to remove everything.

3

Consider the location of the implants before you remove them. Complete removal may depend on where your current implants are placed, either above or below the muscle. Women who have implants that are subglandular, or above the muscle, just under the natural breast tissue, generally have more deformity after complete removal.

4

Visit with several doctors and don't be afraid to get a second, third or even seventh opinion. Taking out breast implants is a very personal decision, but plastic surgeons are much like artists because they "create" beauty. One doctor may say you'll be unhappy with the results while another may encourage removal.

5

Figure out your finances or financing options for the surgery. Getting implants was likely a major expense that wasn't covered under insurance, and likewise, removing them is quite costly as well. Doctor's fees normally range from $1000 to $4000.

6

Be prepared for emotional changes as well as physical. Although removal of implants is your choice, if you're not replacing them with new implants and elect to go back to pre-implant status, you'll undoubtedly not only look different but feel different.

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It used to be that only women who needed to augment their physical attributes to make a living got breast implants, but today it includes the woman next door who simply wants to feel more attractive. But for many the story doesn't end there, because they're unhappy with the results, or after years of problems they wish to have their implants removed or replaced.

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. Here's the scoop on how to remove your implants.

Instructions

1

Take your time making the decision to remove breast implants. It will alter many aspects of your life to have them removed just like it did when you decided to get breast implants in the first place. Allow yourself the time needed to fully investigate removing your implants to ensure you make the best decision possible.

2

Decide if you want to have them completely removed altogether or replaced with new implants. Some women who are unhappy with their current implants will choose to "downsize" to smaller implants, while others will prefer to remove everything.

3

Consider the location of the implants before you remove them. Complete removal may depend on where your current implants are placed, either above or below the muscle. Women who have implants that are subglandular, or above the muscle, just under the natural breast tissue, generally have more deformity after complete removal.

4

Visit with several doctors and don't be afraid to get a second, third or even seventh opinion. Taking out breast implants is a very personal decision, but plastic surgeons are much like artists because they "create" beauty. One doctor may say you'll be unhappy with the results while another may encourage removal.

5

Figure out your finances or financing options for the surgery. Getting implants was likely a major expense that wasn't covered under insurance, and likewise, removing them is quite costly as well. Doctor's fees normally range from $1000 to $4000.

6

Be prepared for emotional changes as well as physical. Although removal of implants is your choice, if you're not replacing them with new implants and elect to go back to pre-implant status, you'll undoubtedly not only look different but feel different.

How to Buy Bulk Silver Coins

Gold's little cousin, silver, is a metal for all purposes, such as industry, jewelry and currency. As a precious metal, silver is also an inflation hedge, making it a wise investment in times of economic trouble. Like gold, silver's value often goes up with the decline in value of the world's fiat currencies like the U.S. dollar. Sold and collected in coins, silverware and bars, silver can be bought and sold easily in today's marketplace, especially on the Internet.

Instructions

1

Silver is considered a precious metal, though it is much more abundant than gold and therefore not as highly valued. However, that doesn't mean it isn't a good investment. The price of silver has increased in monetary terms by 300 percent in the last five years! That's quite a return. Many experts expect the bull market to continue. One way to take part is to buy silver coins.

2

Check online auction sites. EBay has many auctions listed for silver coins in bulk. Most of these coins consist of old silver dollars and quarters made before the 1950s when U.S. coins were actually made of mostly silver. Example of these coins include the Peace Silver Dollar and the Morgan Silver Dollar. Regardless of their collector's value, these coins are worth approximately $12 in today's silver prices.

3

Go to local estate sales. Estate sales are like large garage sales and often you can find old coin collections that contain silver dollars and other old coins of high silver content.

4

Co to flea markets. Flea markets are good places to pick up coin,s because coin dealers often have nowhere else to sell them, especially if they don't use the Internet. Bring along a coin guide like the The Red Book, a coin collector's bible to assess the value of the silver coins you find.

5

Shop for silver bullion coins online. Silver bullion coins can be bought in bulk. These coins come in various sizes but are sold at near current market prices. Check the additional resources for reputable silver dealers.

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Gold's little cousin, silver, is a metal for all purposes, such as industry, jewelry and currency. As a precious metal, silver is also an inflation hedge, making it a wise investment in times of economic trouble. Like gold, silver's value often goes up with the decline in value of the world's fiat currencies like the U.S. dollar. Sold and collected in coins, silverware and bars, silver can be bought and sold easily in today's marketplace, especially on the Internet.

Instructions

1

Silver is considered a precious metal, though it is much more abundant than gold and therefore not as highly valued. However, that doesn't mean it isn't a good investment. The price of silver has increased in monetary terms by 300 percent in the last five years! That's quite a return. Many experts expect the bull market to continue. One way to take part is to buy silver coins.

2

Check online auction sites. EBay has many auctions listed for silver coins in bulk. Most of these coins consist of old silver dollars and quarters made before the 1950s when U.S. coins were actually made of mostly silver. Example of these coins include the Peace Silver Dollar and the Morgan Silver Dollar. Regardless of their collector's value, these coins are worth approximately $12 in today's silver prices.

3

Go to local estate sales. Estate sales are like large garage sales and often you can find old coin collections that contain silver dollars and other old coins of high silver content.

4

Co to flea markets. Flea markets are good places to pick up coin,s because coin dealers often have nowhere else to sell them, especially if they don't use the Internet. Bring along a coin guide like the The Red Book, a coin collector's bible to assess the value of the silver coins you find.

5

Shop for silver bullion coins online. Silver bullion coins can be bought in bulk. These coins come in various sizes but are sold at near current market prices. Check the additional resources for reputable silver dealers.