“I'm trying to study,” Jen said. “For what?” Ben asked. “A test,” Jen answered. “Do you need something?” “I guess not,” said Ben. In this case the dialogue tags are almost as long as the dialogue itself, and they becomeunnecessaryanddistracting. If the characters are pre...
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Different control components include awnings or roof overhangs, blinds, and shutters. These elements can also help offset any costs of cooling your home in the summer, as they help keep your living space cool and can reduce your air conditioning needs. When they are implemented into passive ...
Western sun can be intense and glaring. Controlling it is more difficult because, as the sun sets, its low angle dips beneath eaves and overhangs. Shades, blinds, or glare-resistant glazing are generally required. It’s also helpful if deciduous trees are planted on the west side of a hous...
Note to Tenants: Just as the landlord needs to protect their investment, they also care about their tenants. If you are a renter and your landlord has suggested you make efforts to declutter and clean, remember that it is for your best interest. They are looking out for your health and ...
But, there’s another reason why your bill is higher than it needs to be. A hidden reason: phantom energy. What most people realize is that a lot of these costs come from when these appliances arenotin use. Phantom energy is the term that describes energy drained from your outlets when...
It's the easiest way off for me. What I can't stop is the cravings every day for months that follows being off it. I am not a doctor, and not giving advice. But I have learned a lot over the years of this addiction, and I cannot tell you how good I feel off of it. I ...
There are two problems, then, in feeding the ever-increasing number of people on earth. The first is to find some way to feed the world population so that no one is hungry. The second is to make sure that people everywhere have the right kinds of food to make them grow to be strong...
Different control components include awnings or roof overhangs, blinds, and shutters. These elements can also help offset any costs of cooling your home in the summer, as they help keep your living space cool and can reduce your air conditioning needs. When they are implemented into passive ...