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Running bamboo has thick canes spaced at regular intervals, much like the stereotypical image of bamboo. Clumping bamboo has thinner canes, a bush-like appearance, and its canes appear to sprout from the same, or nearly the same, location in the ground. Running bamboo makes for a better screen when planted. Unlike clumping bamboo, which has drooping top segments and a narrow base, runners naturally form a screen with straight, vertical stalks....

Crayfish usually go for $20, or more. With the rarer varieties, they can for $30 or even more! In some parts of the world, you can catch crayfish in streams or other shallow bodies of water. Just grab a small net and start hunting under rocks until you spot one that will make a suitable pet. [2] X Research source Crayfish thrive in cool conditions like mud flats and riverbeds, so stay away from heated aquariums....

Remove breakable items from the area where you plan to keep your puppy. Keep all electrical cords raised or covered, and close all low windows. Lock away toxic cleaning supplies/chemicals. Get a trash can that is too tall for him to get into and too heavy to knock over, or store the trash can in a cabinet. Consider getting a folding gate or exercise pen to keep him confined to a certain room or area....

No matter your size, you can take a nude photo. Be confident and take time to appreciate the beauty of your body—it’ll reflect in your photo. If it may help, read the article How to Look Good Naked (Girls Version) if you are a girl/woman and if you are a man/guy read the article How to Look and Feel Good Naked (Guys). If you prefer a more natural style, that can also be really sexy....

You can get trainer’s and kinesiology tape at most pharmacies and sports stores, and even some larger retailers. Some professionals suggest black tape, which may adhere better to sweaty skin. Though duct tape may work in a pinch, as it is as supportive as trainer’s tape, duct tape was not meant to be used on skin, and therefore the adhesive is much stronger. If you tape your legs with duct tape, you risk blistering and shearing of the skin....

Choose how you want to deliver the compliment. Do you want to talk to the girl in person, or do you want to do something like write her a letter or text her telling her about how beautiful you think she is. Writing a letter is fun and old-fashioned and something very few people do nowadays. She’ll definitely remember a letter telling her she’s beautiful. You could give her a small item and say ‘I just wanted to make sure you know how beautiful you are....

Small brown spots usually aren’t harmful if you eat them. You can also cut around them if the rest of the lettuce leaf is still healthy. The smell will be so off-putting that you won’t want to eat the lettuce anyway, but it is often accompanied by discoloration and slime on the leaves. Lettuce wilts right before it begins to turn brown. You will have to discard it or find a use for it right away....

Use caution if you think the person might be drunk or under the influence of drugs, since they could react violently if you disturb them. If you don’t think you can approach safely, call emergency services and explain the situation. Wait nearby until help arrives. Say something like, “Are you all right?” A person is considered “unresponsive” if they don’t move or react in any way to stimulation from the outside, such as sound, touch, or strong smells....

A basic definition of a ghost is a human or animal apparition that can be seen but can’t be physically present. When several unexplained experiences happen in one location, a haunting occurs. Hauntings are often associated with a specific location. The Tax Assessor’s Office can give you historical information about places in your area. The city or county’s historical society can also be a source of rich information about the area’s past....

The black terminal is the ground, and the red probe is for the active current. This matters more if you’re checking voltage, and there isn’t any special difference between the cords themselves though. The terminals are the exposed metal pieces at the end of the black and red cords. They measure electrical currents. If your multimeter doesn’t have a dedicated continuity setting, you can still perform a continuity test by turning the dial to the lowest number in resistance mode....

Start with the ball held in your glove near your chest. This places it in a good location for you to make a quick throw. Make sure your feet aren’t staggered. You will start your throw with your feet at a level distance, and then take a step away as you throw. You should not take this step before beginning to throw though. When you throw the ball, you will keep your feet and shoulders in line similar to in the ready position....

Putting pressure on your both your index and middle fingers will cause the pitch to balance out, or become a cutter. Avoid twisting your wrist. Twisting your wrist can cause injury over time. Try not to drive your wrist forward with more than an adequate amount of force. A left-handed pitcher’s slider should break down and away from left-handed hitters, and down and in on right-handed hitters. A right-handed pitcher’s slider should break down and away from right-handed hitters, and down and in on left-handed hitters....

1 regular wet fly hook 9–16 strands from a pheasant tail feather (or substitute strands of a similar tail feather) Copper wire 4 strands of course peacock tail fibers (often called “herl”) Several pheasant tail fibers 6/0 or 8/0 thread A whipping tool Many fly vises also have a rotary action, which allows you to spin the hook and makes tying flies easier. Keep in mind that vises can be expensive....

If you have trouble finding what you are looking for at a craft store, ask someone who works there. The stretchier the fabric, the more wear and tear your transfer will have to endure. This is why transfers are often on linen or canvas. If your image has text, you need to flip it horizontally on the computer in order to get the image to transfer correctly. Most programs that you use to open an image have this option; you do not need to use Paint or Photoshop....

Depending on the circumstances, buying medications in foreign countries can be expensive. Moreover, in some countries, you may be at risk of getting a counterfeit drug. By thinking ahead and packing smart, you can stay healthy and enjoy your time. This article will help you understand what you need to know about traveling with over-the-counter and prescription medications. Organize a Health Kit The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that travelers assemble a health kit containing current prescription medications and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs that can be used to treat minor problems....

The ulcer may also be painful when you haven’t eaten for a few hours and your stomach is empty. Essentially, pain from your ulcer is likely to be at its worst when the stomach is either very empty or very full. The amount of blood coming from the ulcer will influence the mildness or severity of the nausea or bloating. Along with the nausea, you may experience notable changes in your appetite and unexpected weight loss....

A man with penile yeast infection whose skin has hardened can apply one applicator-full of 1% clotrimazole cream on the affected skin of the penis, preferably at bedtime. This should be done once daily for seven consecutive days. Side effects may include itching, general skin irritation, peeling, blistering, edema, and erythema. Additional antifungal creams used to treat this infection include miconazole and imidazole creams. [4] X Research source Common side effects are headache, nausea, and abdominal pain....

If you’re using rosemary oil, be sure to mix it with a carrier oil like olive oil or castor oil. [3] X Trustworthy Source Cleveland Clinic Educational website from one of the world’s leading hospitals Go to source Rosemary oil is intense on its own, and using it directly on your scalp can cause allergic reactions or irritation. Mix 2 to 3 drops of rosemary oil with 1 US tbsp (15 mL) of your carrier oil....

If you think your shin splints might be due to your footwear, you should change your shoes before beginning the stretches. You don’t want to hurt your shins more than they already are. Make sure you wrap any ice pack with a cloth or towel. Applying ice directly to your skin can cause frostbite. [4] X Research source Your stretches can be done at any point after you get shin splints....

If you slick your hair back and you use a lot of product, you can totally let the sideburns grow out and just comb them back behind your ears. You may still want to trim the wiry tufts below your ears, though. It’s totally fine to just let your sideburns grow out if you like the way they look. There are no hard rules when it comes to styling your hair....