How To
How to Eat a Kiwano (Horned Melon)
Native to the Kalahari Desert, the Kiwano is also known as the Horned Melon, the melano, the African horned cucumber, the jelly melon, and the hedged gourd. When allowed to ripen, the fruit tastes like a mix of cucumbers, kiwis, and bananas. Now that you...
How to Catch a Stray or Feral Cat
To control the feline population, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) officially has adopted a policy called Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), which recommends that all stray cats be humanely trapped in order to get them spayed o...
How to Talk to Your Spouse About Having Children
The decision to have children is huge and it is not always easy to bring up in a relationship. Direct, honest, and respectful communication is the best option, but even if you both want to start a family, you will need to discuss readiness factors. If it...
How to Boil Artichokes
The artichoke is a fresh, green vegetable that can be enjoyed in the spring months of the year. Also known as the bud of the thistle flower, the artichoke has many varieties that grow worldwide, and is common in many European dishes. From its spiny, prick...
How to Organize Your Backpack
Organizing your backpack may seem difficult, especially if you normally shove every piece of paper into your backpack haphazardly, but it is not as hard as it may seem. By dividing the task up into steps, and just focus on completing each step, then you w...
How to Drain Your Car's Fuel Tank
Draining the gas out of your car, whether because you put the wrong fuel in, because you're selling the car, or because you're making repairs, is not always easy. Every car is different, and the tank is not designed to allow the gas to leave the tank once...
How to Spear Like a Wrestler
The spear is a classic finisher that’s a welcome addition to any wrestler’s arsenal. As dramatic as it may look, the spear is surprisingly easy to learn. You just need to make sure you go about it in the right way so the attack looks real and no one gets...
How to Deal With One of Your Friends Dating Your Crush
Having a friend date your crush can be a difficult social situation to navigate. With your feelings, as well as those of your friend and your crush on the line, it can be extremely difficult to be sure what the right course of action is to take. If you...
How to Become a Vampire in Sims 2
The Sims 2 Nightlife introduced vampires to the game, allowing ordinary Sims to live amongst these supernatural beings. If your Sim wants to become a vampire, or if you're just bored of playing typical Sims, you can turn your Sim into a vampire, too.
How to Play Simon Says
Simon Says is a fun game that helps in exercising listening skills. This game is fairly easy, but it can quickly turn into a challenge, especially if playing in a large group. Although this game goes by many names worldwide, the fun, basic rules tend to r...
How to Expand Your Knowledge Using the Internet
Your computer, tablet, or smartphone holds a wealth of information. If you know what to look for, you have access to an unlimited number of learning resources. You can read any book, listen to any song, and watch any film you want. If you want to pick up...
How to Use a Fire Pit
A fire pit is a great way to spend a summer night outdoors or keep warm when the weather gets chilly. Using and maintaining a fire pit is easy as long as you exercise proper safety and caution. Always position a fire pit away from any flammable objects an...
How to Pamper Yourself
Pampering yourself can include a wide range of activities, all of which should be tailored towards making you feel happy and relaxed. Whether you are pampering your body, mind, or heart, sit back and relax. When you are pampered, you enjoy being it.
How to Switch from Windows to Mac OS X
There are a variety of reasons one may wish to switch from Windows to OS X; perhaps a family member just bought you a new Apple computer, or maybe you recently got a job in an office that only uses Macs. Whatever the reason may be, this article will help...
How to Do the "11Th Card Trick"
Ever heard of the 11th card trick? If not you're in the right place!
How to Read Faster
Are you keen to become a faster reader? Reading faster isn't about plowing through books or texts without comprehending or enjoyment; it's about learning to pick up the speed and still take in the information in an enjoyable way. See Step 1 below to get s...