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How to Check a Nonprofit’s 501(c)(3) Status
Donating to a nonprofit organization is a great way to help a worthy charity and get a deduction on your federal income tax. However, you need to verify whether the nonprofit has received tax-exempt status from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to ensure...
How to Tell How Old Your Dog Is (Human & Dog Years)
If you adopted or rescued your dog, you might not know your furry friend’s age. In addition to satisfying your curiosity, determining your dog's age tells you what to feed them, how much exercise they need, and other vital information for how to make thei...
How to Clean Oysters
Whether you buy oysters from a fish market or from a grocery store, you'll have to clean them before you prepare or cook them. Oysters live in the ocean, where they collect dirt and debris on their shells. To make them fit for consumption, this dirt must...
How to Ask Better Questions
Asking questions is essential to communication. But many people don’t always ask the right kinds of questions, and as a result they miss out on a lot of important details. Fortunately, asking questions, like anything else, is a skill that can be cultivate...
How to Clean Your Essential Oil Diffuser
An essential oil diffuser can help give your home a pleasant scent. However, they require regular cleaning. After each use, give your essential oil diffuser a thorough wash. Once a month, deep clean your diffuser. Be vigilant about cleaning to avoid the b...
How to Wear a Pleated Skirt
A pleated skirt can be a great look for a variety of occasions. If you want to wear a pleated skirt, choose a skirt that flatters your body type. Pair the skirt with a variety of different tops. A pleated skirt can be worn with both formal and informal we...
How to Make Ethiopian Coffee (Buna)
Ethiopian Christmas, called Gena in Amharic, is a day of festivity. On this day Christians from all denomination gather to celebrate and eat together. On this day a country that is politically and ethnically divided comes together. Drinking coffee— or Bun...
How to Clean Le Creuset
Le Creuset is a reputable cookware brand that is known for their enamel cast iron skillets, dutch ovens, pots, and kettles. Many of the kitchenware products that Le Creuset produces comes with a lifetime warranty and are touted for their durability. Over...
The Best Ways to Heal Damaged Nails
Whether your nails are brittle, discolored, or cut, improving their health over time is possible. Maybe you just got gel or acrylic nails removed or simply want to find a way to keep your nails from breaking. No matter what you’re looking for, we have a s...
How to Heal Cuticles
The skin around your nails, also known as your cuticle, can be easily damaged. To keep your cuticles healthy, start by determining what injured them in the first place. If needed, speak with your doctor to rule out any more serious medical causes. Avoid c...
How to Eat Chicory Root and Leaves: Preparation and Storage Tips
Chicory is an incredibly versatile plant with a slightly bitter taste, and there are tons of different ways to eat it. Although most people roast the root to grind for a coffee-like drink, you can also eat the leaves cooked or raw. Raw leaves add a spicy...
How to Determine the Sex of a Fish
Figuring out the sex of a specific fish can be quite difficult if you don't know much about fish anatomy, but it's definitely doable. To figure out the sex of a fish, you'll have to observe the fish's size, shape, appearance, and behavior. For more inform...
How to Freshen Your Home with Lavender
Lavender is a light, pleasant scent. Freshening your home with this scent can help relax you and chase away other odors. You can freshen your home with lavender by making air fresheners or deodorizing sprays, placing sachets and potpourri, or using it whe...
How to Crochet Coiled Flowers
Coiled flowers are some of the easiest flowers to crochet. You can make a simple crocheted coiled flower and then add some decorative accents. Use your coiled flower as a decorative piece or attach it t a favorite hat, sweater, or scarf.
Cat Stopped Grooming: Possible Reasons & Solutions
Most healthy cats spend lots of time grooming, so it’s important to determine the cause of signs like visible messiness, spikiness, matting, and loose hair.[1] X Expert Source Molly DeVossCertified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist & Certi...
How to Give a Girl Space
Perhaps you are in a committed relationship or you just started dating a woman you really like. In your mind, things might be going well, so when she asks for space, you might be feeling a bit perplexed. Or perhaps things have been rocky for a while, an...