Every man’s dream is to have the perfect

companion. However, in order to have one, you

must first be able to get one. Most believe such a
task can be extremely difficult, yet if done properly,
it can be accomplished swiftly and efficiently. In
fact, there are only a few basic procedures to getting
a girl.
The first step of this process is rather quite simple;
get her attention. Initiating conversation is half the
battle. As well, it is very effective to make frequent
eye contact. Let her catch you staring and smile at
every chance you get. Your goal is to be fairly
subtle, while still making it obvious that you want
her. Once you have succeeded in being noticed, you
are ready for the next step.
Be funny, be confident, but be yourself. The
absolute worst thing you can do when trying to get a
girl is to change your personality. Self-assurance is
indispensable and by altering your character, you are
telling her that you lack confidence. Having a sense
of humor is also very important. It is absolutely
crucial to make her smile, even if it requires making
a fool of yourself. If you can’t make her laugh, you
don’t stand a chance.
Now that she’s interested, entice her by making her
feel special. Without being too overwhelming,
attempt to spend as much time as possible with her.
Devote yourself to making her feel different than the
rest by going out of your way to please her. Little
things count most. For example, cancel a pre-
planned weekend with the boys and take her out for
dinner and a movie instead. Randomly buy her
flowers and she will melt. Let her hear things she
wants to hear. Compliment her hair or her outfit, but
don’t go overboard. Too much of a good thing gets
taken for granted. It’s also essential that you be
interested, or pretend to be interested, in things she
likes. If she plays sports, watch her game, even in
the pouring rain. Once she feels a little closer to you,
it’s time for the final step.
Probably the most difficult yet most important step
to getting a girl is to keep her guessing. Although it
sounds foolish, you must back off, tremendously.
Play games with her head. Make her jealous by
flirting with other girls, especially with her friends.
Cancel a date. Get her to wonder what you’re doing
instead of hanging out with her. Before you know it,
she’ll be all yours!
It has been said that Kool-Aid makes the
world go 'round. Let it be advised, however,
that without the proper tools and directions,
the great American beverage is nothing
more than an envelope of unsweetened
powder. There are three simple steps to
create this tastes-like-candy concoction.
Picking the proper packet of flavoring is the
first step in making Kool-Aid. Check the
grocer's shelf for a wide variety, ranging
from Mountain Berry Punch to Tropical Blue
Hawaiian. The packets usually run under 65
cents. If you’re overwhelmed by the
choices, pick the lemonade flavor; it’s a
simple choice, but you can always try other
flavors once you have the technique down.
After choosing the flavor that best suits your
taste buds, the second step is making sure
that your kitchen houses some necessary
equipment for making the Kool-Aid. Find a
two-quart pitcher. Plastic is nice, but glass
pitchers allow the liquid to shine through
and add festive color to any refrigerator
shelf. Next, find a long-handled wooden
spoon, a one-cup measuring cup, a water
faucet that spouts drinkable water, usable
white sugar, and an ice cube tray full of ice.
Then, you are ready to mix.
Grab the left edge of the Kool-Aid packet
between your thumb and index finger. With
your other hand, begin peeling the upper-
left corner until the entire top of the
envelope is removed. Next, dump the
contents of the envelope into the pitcher.
Notice how the powder floats in the air
before settling on the bottom of the pitcher.
Then, take the measuring cup and scoop
two cups of sugar into the pitcher as well.
At this point, adding the water is a crucial
step. Place the pitcher under the water
faucet and slowly turn on the cold water. If
the water is turned on too quickly, powder
will fly all over when the initial gusts of
water hit and you’ll inhale Kool-aid dust.
Fourth, when you are finished mixing the
Kool-aid, rinse off the spoon and the
measuring cup. You’ll know the mixture is
finished when there are no granules or
specks to be seen in the liquid, as they
have all dissolved. Take a glass from the
cupboard; an eight ounce glass is usually
sufficient, but stronger thirst might
necessitate a thirty-two ounce mug. Add ice
and then fill the glass with Kool-Aid. Find a
comfortable chair, put your feet up, and
drink away. After all, Kool-aid makes the
world go round.
Renting an apartment is a sound idea for young
people who have a decent job, but are not ready to
buy a home yet; however, renting can sometimes be
a lengthy and nerve-racking process. It requires
proper planning and research to find an apartment
that will suit your needs and be cost-effective. You
will most likely have to spend a lot of time and
effort in your search. The following are several tips
that can make the process of renting an apartment
easier.
Decide on the length of time you plan to rent the
apartment. Usually, real estate agents do not issue
legal contracts for a period of time shorter than six
months for an apartment or one year for houses. If
renting with someone else, this can lower costs
considerably for you, but you need to be sure this is
a person you are willing to sign a lease with. Do you
have compatible schedules, lifestyles, or definitions
of “clean?” Do they have a job so they can be
depended on to pay their portion of the rent? If
something happens and they leave, the landlord can
come after you for the funds.
The next important step is to determine how much
money you can afford to pay monthly for an
apartment. Most financial experts claim the rent
should not be more than 30% of your monthly
income. Remember, no matter what, you must be
able to pay your rent regularly; delayed payments
will not speak well in your favor. Getting evicted
would be even worse. Realize you’ll likely need
enough for first and last month’s rent, and security,
up front. Also consider if you can afford renter’s
insurance to protect your things.
Determine your needs. Before starting to search for
an apartment, clarify what your requirements will be
for your living space—amenities such as square
footage, number of bathrooms or bedrooms, a
separate kitchen or studio—think about these
features, and then decide exactly what you need.
Will the apartment be furnished? Are utilities
included? Internet? Is the apartment pet friendly?
Will you have a parking space, or off-street parking
at all? Keep your ideal monthly rent in mind.
Location is also important. How close is this place to
your job, school, a grocery store, etc.? If you do not
know the neighborhood, you might want to ask your
friends or people you know about its safety,
transportation, and so on.
Gather all the documents that will support your
ability to pay for the apartment. Usually, a
verification of employment and paycheck stubs are
enough. If you are renting an apartment for the first
time, provide some references that will speak in
favor of your dependability, including at least one
professional reference. Think of your coaches,
instructors, or employers; ask one if he/she would be
willing to act as a reference.
Browse the Internet, monitor rental magazines or
brochures about real estate, or ask your friends and
colleagues whether they know someone who has an
apartment for rent. Don’t assume every cheap
apartment listed on Facebook or Craigslist is perfect.
A sound idea would be to make an acquaintance
with several real estate agents. They can call you if
they find a living space that matches your
requirements.
When you find a suitable apartment, tour it with the
property owner or a real estate agent. Note that
living above or below others can come with
problems. Check out your neighbors. Are these
people who are friendly? Too friendly? How social
do you want to be? When inside, pay attention to
possible damages or defects; take notes on
everything you notice. It may be prudent to take
pictures of the apartment. If you decide to rent it, be
sure to include all the defects in the rental contract
so you do not have to pay for them later.
Before signing the leasing contract, carefully read it
from cover-to-cover. Check whether all terms and
conditions correspond with those that have been
negotiated; look for vague terms that might allow
your landlord to change the rental conditions without
prior notice, such as raising the rental payment or
acting in a way that would infringe on your rights as
a renter.
Give the contract to your attorney, or a competent
friend, and ask them to check it for you. After you
make sure everything is all right, sign it, and prepare
to move into your new apartment. For advice on
downsizing, packing, and convincing friends to help
you move, tune in for next month’s article!