| How to Make Someone Feel Better Via Text Message Posted: 24 Feb 2018 04:00 PM PST It can be hard to cheer up someone you care about when you're not face-to-face. However, texting can be a powerful tool! Try sending them a good joke or hysterical meme to put a smile on their face. For something more personal, use an image editing app to create a funny picture of yourself. If they're pretty upset, you may want to skip the jokes and encourage them to text you about their problem. Let them vent as much as they need to. To get their mind off things and put them in better spirits, invite them to do something really fun or silly with you! EditMaking Them Laugh - Text them a good joke. If you have a favorite joke that never fails to make people laugh, try texting that to the person in question. If you aren't sure what to send, run an internet search using keywords like "funny jokes you can text" or "text humor." Scroll through the results until you find something good.
- Try searching for jokes associated with their favorite topic, like animals or movies. Or you can look for their favorite type of humor, such as puns.
- If your friend appreciates really nerdy humor, Googling "Dad jokes" will bring up pages of silly options to choose from.[1]
- Try to stay away from anything questionable or inappropriate.
- Send them a hilarious meme. There are no shortage of hilarious memes out there! You can Google something general like "memes to make your friends laugh" and scroll through the results. If you know the person really loves something in particular, try zeroing in on that specifically.[2]
- For example, if the person is a huge Game of Thrones fan, run a Google image search to find related memes that will surely crack them up.
- Use one of the many meme generators online, like the Laughing Goat generator, to create something unique and specific.[3]
- You can also create a meme yourself and send that to them.
- Send a silly photo or video of yourself. Snap a picture of yourself making a ridiculous face or create a brief video of yourself reciting a silly monologue and text that to them. If you want to get more creative, experiment with Snapchat filters. You can also check out free image editor apps, like Make Me Bald and LOL Booth FX, that can help you generate something hilarious.
- Try out one of the many apps that allow you to turn yourself into an emoji, and then text them a few silly versions of yourself.[4]
- Find or make the perfect GIF to crack them up. There are some really funny GIFs out there! Try searching GIF libraries for something that relates to their situation. Or search for GIFs that showcase their favorite characters from TV shows and movies.
- A great library for GIFs is GIPHY. Find the app in your phone's app store, download it, and then attach the GIFs directly to text messages. If you don't want to download the app, check out their user-friendly mobile website.[5]
- You can also make your very own GIF. GIPHY offers this feature, or you can try another app to create a custom GIF.[6]
- Challenge them to an exclusive emoji convo. This silly texting game can be distracting and a lot of fun! Shoot them a text letting them know that for the next 20 minutes, you will be communicating using emojis only. Challenge them to respond the same way. See if you can decipher each other's messages and try to get them laughing with a unique combination of emojis.
- You might start the conversation with a smiley face or show 2 friends together. Then, let your imagination run wild.
- Make them smile with a funny eCard. Different online websites offer pre-made cards that you can send through text message. These websites are typically searchable, so use the search tool to find something specific to their situation. Somecards, for example, lets you search for eCards about breakups and other specific situations.
- For example, one funny card says, "It's better to have loved and lost than to live with a psycho for the rest of your life." Such a card is sure to remind your friend that they are probably better off without their ex![7]
EditShowing Them You Care - Ask them what's happening and let them vent about their problem. Let them lead the conversation, and don't rush in to offer help or fix things. Simply be present for your friend. While your friend tells the story, text comments that make them feel validated like, "That's awful" or "I'm so sorry about that."
- Make sure your replies read as genuine and supportive.
- You can replace nonverbal cues with images, such as the "wow" emoji, and you can use comments like, "That's so unfair."
- Remind them of how great they are. Send your friend a text outlining 3 things you love about them. You can type the message into the text box, write the message down and photograph it, or even make a video and attach it to the text.[8]
- For instance, you might text, "You are an awesome friend. I love that you have a great sense of humor and you're always there when I need you. You make a mean ice cream sundae, too. Hope you feel better!"
- Link to an uplifting verse or song. If you're having a hard time finding the right words to say, look for a song or poem that can express what you're thinking. If you know your friend loves a particular band or writer, search for options from those sources. You can also use apps like AUPEO that allow you to search for songs based on a particular mood.[9]
- Include some inspirational text with the song link, like "Life is like music. It has high notes and low notes."[10]
- Send encouragement with an inspirational quote. Sometimes, it can be hard to know just the right thing to say to someone who's feeling down. In these instances, an inspirational quote can lift someone's mood. Try to send something relating to what your friend is going through.
- For example, if a friend bombed a job interview, you might send this Victor Kiam quote, "Even if you fall on your face, you're still moving forward."[11]
- Brainyquote is a great source for inspirational quotes to send friends and family members.[12]
- End with a cute, heartfelt, or creative send-off. Instead of just saying "bye" at the end of the conversation, you can say something playful or lighthearted like, "I hope your dreams are sweeter than your day was!" Or you could try something supportive like, "Have an awesome afternoon. I can't wait to talk to you again later." A more creative sign-off might make the other person smile a bit.
EditTaking Action - Schedule plans with them. A positive hangout session can go a long way towards making your friend feel better. Offer to take them out for ice cream, or ask them to go see a movie you know they've been dying to check out. You can also make plans to simply hang out together and talk.[13]
- You might send, "Hey, I know you had a rough day. How about pizza and a movie later?"
- If you live too far away for an in-person hangout session, suggest a phone call or video chat instead.
- Offer them your help. Text them asking if there are any chores or errands you can help them with, or if there's anything in general you can help them do. Maybe you can help them with their homework, or study for the next history test together. Offering them your time and energy shows that you care and gives you the chance to cheer them up in person.[14]
- If don't live close to your friend, ask them how you can help them out from a distance.
- Invite them to do something really silly with you. Text your friend and ask if they want to help you build a blanket fort and watch bad movies at your place. Invite them to go swing on the swingsets at the nearest park. Invite them over to dress up in the most ridiculous costumes possible. Choose something silly and unexpected so they'll be sure to smile![15]
- You could also challenge them to a noodle fight in your pool or put together a silly scavenger hunt.
- If you don't live close enough to get together in-person, suggest something silly like a staring contest via video chat.
- Get additional help if nothing seems to work. If your friend is truly depressed, texting them may not help that much. If they don't come around after several weeks, you may need to take a closer look at their behavior. Consider speaking with their parents, spouse, family members, or a counselor to call in additional reinforcements.[16]
- If there's no one you can contact to help, consider speaking to your friend directly about their situation. You could start off by saying something like, "I'm worried about you. Have you considered talking to a professional about your feelings?"
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| How to Fix a Peeling Clear Coat on a Car Posted: 24 Feb 2018 08:00 AM PST You still love your older car, but it's starting to look its age. The paint job's glossy shine might be marred by bubbles and blisters of the clear coat finish. This is known as delamination, and the best fix for widespread cases is a pricey repainting job.[1] Or, if you have some experience with automotive painting, you can use professional tools like a compressed air gun to apply new clear coat. However, if the peeling is limited in scope — for instance, spots on the hood or near the wheels — and you can accept a "pretty good" repair job, making spot repairs with an aerosol spray can is a manageable DIY project. EditReplacing Only the Peeling Clear Coat - Scrub the damaged area with 1000 grit sandpaper. Rub the sandpaper in circles, pressing firmly. Sand a little beyond the original damage, even if it means peeling away a small amount of clear coat that is still in decent condition.[2]
- If the pigmented paint below the clear coat is still in good shape, don't scrub so hard that you remove it as well.
- If the clear coat is already gone, skip this initial sanding and go straight to wet sanding and cleaning.
- Wet sand the transition between your work area and the remaining clear coat. Use 2000 grit sandpaper that's been soaking in water for an hour. Smooth out the transition lines between your repair area and the surrounding clear coat. Keep the sandpaper wet by dipping it in water as needed.[3]
- Straighten out or square off the work area when you can, as this will make it easier to tape off the area later.
- Clean the clear coat-free area with alcohol and solvent-based cleaners. Use an alcohol-based cleaner, like glass cleaner, to clean the area you just sanded. Follow this up with a solvent-based paint prep cleaner, which will either come with your chosen clear coat repair kit or be found alongside the clear coat sprays.[4]
- Scuff the cleaned area with a fine grit, woven scuffing pad. These pads are similar to the ones you might use on your dirty pots and pans in the kitchen, and are available at automotive supply retailers. Don't use steel wool or sandpaper. You just want to give the pigmented paint a slightly rough texture.[5]
- Clean the area afterward with the solvent-based cleaner.
- Skip this step if the paint is already scuffed up from your earlier sanding.
- Tape off the work area with easy-to-remove masking tape. Stick the tape to your pants and peel it away once or twice to make it less sticky. Create a taped-off area around the removed clear coat that's slightly larger than the actual damaged area. Use plastic sheeting and more tape to expand the outside of the protective zone, so that your clear coat spray only lands on the car where intended.[6]
- Spray the aerosol can of clear coat onto the surface. Shake the can as instructed on its label. Also refer to the label for the optimal spraying distance and motion. Keep moving as you spray so that you create an even layer. Let this first coat dry for at least 5 minutes, or for the time recommended on the can.[7]
- You may be instructed to go over each dried coat with very fine sandpaper (e.g., 1500 or 2000 grit, possibly soaked with water). Follow the instructions on the spray can, and wipe away dust and debris with a tack cloth.
- Apply a second layer of clear coat in the same manner. Two coats is usually sufficient, but follow the instructions on the can. Let each coat dry for at least 5 minutes before applying the next one.[8]
- Remove the tape and plastic sheeting after the last coat dries.
- Wait several hours, or overnight, before finishing off the repair.
- Blend in the repaired area with the surrounding car finish. Lightly go over the repaired area with 2000 grit sandpaper. Then, use a polishing compound and a motorized buffer to blend the transitions and make your repair work vanish as much as possible.[9]
- Buff the area by hand if you need or want to, but expect to have a sore arm the next day!
EditReplacing the Color Coat and the Clear Coat - Find your car's factory paint color code. If the peeled clear coat has caused the exposed color coat to fade, scratch, or peel, you'll want to address the pigment problem as well. Search your car for a tag with a paint code — for instance, M1724A for a black 1993 Ford Bronco — for the factory-applied pigment.[10] Start by opening the driver's side door and looking below the latch, then move on if needed to common placement spots like under the hood or in the trunk.[11]
- If you can't find the paint code, you can search by your car's make, model, and year online or at an auto parts retailer. Or, you can try to match the color by bringing a sample — for instance, the door that covers your gas cap — to a store that carries automotive paints.
- Invest in an all-in-one touch-up kit. For the most convenient DIY solution, choose an all-in-one automotive touch-up kit that provides everything from sandpaper and tack cloths to the different pigment and clear sprays you'll use. Use your paint code to order a kit that is custom colored to match your vehicle's factory paint job.[12]
- If you buy the individual components yourself you'll need primer, pigment, and clear coat sprays; sandpapers of varying grits (often ranging between 200 and 2000 grit); alcohol and solvent based cleaners; and tack cloths to remove dust and debris. Other items may be required depending on the instructions for the paint products you choose.
- Sand the peeled area down to the bare metal or base material. Use the heavier grit sandpaper (e.g., 200 grit) that comes with your kit. Wipe away flakes and dust with a tack cloth, then clean the area with the provided cleaner(s).[13]
- When you're done sanding and cleaning, tape off the prepared area as advised in the kit. Or, use plastic sheeting and masking tape with reduced adhesion (stick it to and peel it from your pants once or twice first).
- Apply approximately 3 coats of automotive primer. Follow the precise instructions on the kit or can. 3 coats is common, but you may be advised to use fewer or more coats. Allow the primer to dry between coats. Then, use a fine grit sandpaper (1500, for instance) to lightly scuff the surface. Wipe it with the tack cloth before adding the next coat.[14]
- Apply the instructed number of pigment coats. Once again, 3 is the typical number of coats. Between each coat, keep using fine grit sandpaper (once the paint has dried) and wipe away dust with a tack cloth.[15]
- Use a smooth, steady spraying motion to get even coats of paint. Follow the product instructions regarding spraying distance and technique.
- Make sure you are spraying in a well-ventilated area.
- Finish the paint job with multiple rounds of clear coat. You'll probably be instructed to apply 2 or 3 coats of clear coat. In between coats, you'll also need to use very fine sandpaper, possibly wet-sanding with 1500 or 2000 grit paper. Soak the paper in water and dip it as needed when wet sanding.[16]
- Allow the final clear coat application to dry overnight before proceeding.
- Buff the repaired area to blend it in. Lightly go over the area with 2000 grit sandpaper, then use polishing compound and a motorized buffer. You can buff by hand instead, but the transition between the old and new clear coat will be more obvious.[17]
EditBeing Safe and Realistic - Set up a fresh air ventilation system for your work area. Don't ignore the dangers of the chemical-laden dust particles and fumes created by repairing an automotive clear coat. Make sure there is plenty of fresh air circulating through your workspace. Repairing clear coat outdoors isn't ideal due to the many variables like sunshine, precipitation, and wind-blown dust and debris, but a garage with open doors and windows will do. Adding exhaust and circulating fans is even better.[18]
- Wear breathing protection at all times. No matter how well ventilated your work area is, you need to protect your lungs from dust and chemicals. Skip the thin surgical mask and invest in an activated charcoal facemask.[19]
- Wear eye protection that will keep out dust and fumes as well. This means goggles, not glasses.
- Follow the instructions provided with your chosen repair product. There are many different types of automotive clear coat repair sprays, and each will have its own particular directions regarding surface preparation, spray technique, drying times, number of coats, and so on. Read these instructions before you start sanding or spraying.[20]
- Have your car professionally repainted for the best results. The DIY products on the market can do a nice job of replacing bubbling and peeling clear coat spots. However, a close inspection will always reveal differences between the original paint job and the repaired areas. If you don't want there to be any evidence of repairs, you'll need to take your car in for a professional repainting job.[21]
- The pros will strip away everything to the bare metal or fiberglass and repaint the entire area. They may be able to repaint a single section, like the hood, or it may be necessary to repaint the entire car. This can cost several thousand U.S. dollars.
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| How to Remove Burnt Food from a Pot Posted: 24 Feb 2018 12:00 AM PST Pots are a kitchen essential that make it easy to cook pasta, soup, vegetables, and even meat. When treated right, they can last for an incredibly long time, staying useful for years or even decades. Cleaning off burnt and stuck food is one of the most important forms of cookware upkeep, so knowing how to soak your pots, deglaze them, and treat them with baking soda and vinegar will help you keep them in good condition. EditSoaking the Pot - Fill your pot with warm water. Make sure to fully submerge any areas containing burnt food. If possible, cool the pot and fill it with water immediately after burning it, that way the food will be easier to remove.[1]
- Mix in a few drops of dish soap. For smaller pots, 2 to 3 drops should be plenty. For larger pots, try 4 to 5. Once added, mix the solution together with a simple cleaning brush to make sure soap covers the whole pot.[2]
- Let your pot sit overnight. If not possible, let it sit for at least 1 hour. The more time the burnt food has to absorb your soapy solution, the easier it will be to remove.[3]
- Scrape away food with a double-sided sponge. After soaking, use the rough end of a double-sided sponge to scrape the burnt food off. Though not necessary, feel free to dump the water first if desired. If some food is still stuck on, repeat the soaking process.[4]
EditUsing Baking Soda and Vinegar - Fill your pot with just enough water to cover the burnt areas. Unlike with soap and water, you want to make a more concentrated solution focused exclusively on the spots you plan to clean.[5]
- Mix in of vinegar. Vinegar is an incredibly acidic substance, which makes it a perfect choice for cleaning off burnt food. Pour of generic vinegar into the pot. With a spoon or brush, mix the solution together.[6]
- Bring the pot to a boil. Place your pot on a burner and turn the heat to a medium-high or high setting. Make sure to leave it uncovered. Let it sit until the vinegar starts to boil, at which point your cookware should start looking cleaner. Turn off the heat and move the pot to a cool area.[7]
- Add of baking soda and let it sit for 30 minutes. When used with hot vinegar, baking soda turns into an incredibly powerful cleaning product. Add about of baking soda to your solution, sprinkling it over areas with burnt food. Let it sit for 30 minutes, allowing the pot to cool and the baking soda to soak in. Be aware that baking soda can fizz up quite dramatically when added to vinegar.[8]
- To prevent fizz overflow in smaller pots, pour out between ½ and ¾ of the vinegar before adding baking soda.
- Clean the pot with a double-sided sponge. After 30 minutes, scrub your pot with the rough end of a double-sided sponge. For marks that still won't come off, sprinkle about of baking soda over their surface and scrub again. If necessary, repeat the vinegar boiling process.[9]
EditDeglazing the Pot - Put your empty pot on a stove. For enamel or stainless steel pots that are resistant to other methods, a pure heat deglaze may be the best solution. Place your pot on a stove burner with no added water, dish soap, or other substances.[10]
- Turn the heat to a high temperature. Raise the heat to a temperature of or higher, as if you were boiling water. To see if the pot is hot enough, drop a small amount of cold water into it. If it evaporates on impact, you're ready to continue.[11]
- Pour about of lukewarm water into the pot. Aim for spots where burnt food has crusted on, as this will soften the food and make it easier to remove. After adding the water, step back quickly to avoid any rising steam.[12]
- Take the pot off the stove if necessary. It's easier to remove burnt food while the pot is still hot. However, this may not always be a safe solution, especially if your pot has tall sides, you do not have protective gloves, or you do not have a long-handled spatula. If you feel uncomfortable working with a hot pot, turn off your burner, remove the cookware, and let it cool before continuing.
- Scrape the burnt food off with a long-handled spatula or similar tool. Press the spatula to the side or bottom of the pot and scrape through each burnt area. If necessary, add more water. If scraping over heat, wear heat protective cooking gloves to avoid burns.[13]
- Wear heat-resistant gloves when cleaning hot pots. Keep your skin and clothes away from the main chamber at all times. If using a spatula or other tool to scrape food off, make sure the handle is taller than the pot itself.
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