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How to Give a Vote of Thanks

Everything you need to know to thank someone for a successful event Giving a vote of thanks can feel intimidating at first, but we’re here to make it easy. In your speech, you’ll thank everyone who’s helped make your event a success, such as the organizers or guest speakers. You’ll typically give a vote of thanks at a public event, conference, or special occasion as the event is coming to a close. We’ll walk you through all the steps to giving a fantastic vote of thanks. When your moment comes, you’re going to do a fabulous job, so let’s get started! [ Edit ] Things You Should Know Open your speech by addressing your audience and identifying yourself. Thank the people who contributed to your event, like guest speakers, organizers, and participants. End your speech by thanking everyone again. Keep your speech short and concise. [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Opening Your Speech Address the audience with an opening line. One option is to start your speech with a quote about giving

How to Thread a Needle

You want to thread a needle! It isn't hard, once you've gotten the hang of it, but it does require careful technique and a good deal of dexterity. Once you've gotten your hands on a needle and thread, read on to learn how to thread the needle! [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Preparing to Thread Cut your thread. The length, color, and type of thread will depend on what you're sewing. Make sure that it's long enough for your purposes! In general, a thread about 18-24 inches in length should be plenty to begin with. [1] Neaten the thread. Examine the tip that you plan to put through the needle, and make sure that it is sharp and tight. Moisten and squeeze the tip by putting it between your lips. Bring the strands to a sharp point that will fit through the eye of the needle. If the tip of the thread is uneven, trim it down with scissors. Match needle with thread. Compare the eye (the hole at the top) of the needle with the thickness of the thread. The thread should be

How to Cook Oats

Cooked oats, also called oatmeal, make a delicious breakfast porridge or wholesome dessert. Whether you're at the office or at home, you can make a bowl of delicious and nutritious oatmeal in no time. By cooking oats on the stovetop, in the microwave, or in a rice cooker, you can find an easy method that works for your kitchen. [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Cooking Oats on the Stovetop Put 1 cup (235 ml) of water or milk and a dash of salt in a medium-size pot. Place the pot on the stovetop, and turn the stove on medium-high. Watch the pot for when the liquid reaches a boil. [1] Using 1 cup (235 ml) of liquid and 0.5 cup (45 g) of oats will make a serving of oats for 1 person. If you're cooking oats for multiple people, scale up the amount of liquid and oats as necessary. You can use any milk fat percentage you prefer. Using higher fat milk will yield a creamier oatmeal, while using water will create a plainer oatmeal. Omit the salt if you are following a low-sodium diet.

How to Get Rid of a Cough Fast

A comprehensive list of proven solutions for an intense cough A lingering cough can make you feel absolutely miserable, and you probably want to get rid of it as fast as you can. That’s totally reasonable—it’s never fun to be stuck with an obnoxious cough. Luckily, we’ve got a bunch of healthy options for you. From natural remedies based in centuries of folk medicine to cutting-edge medications, we’ll show you how to put an end to that nasty cough in no time. [ Edit ] Things You Should Know Eat honey , drink tea , or gargle with salt water to immediately relieve your symptoms with a natural option. Take a decongestant or expectorant if you want to get mucus-free, or take a cough suppressant if you want to stop coughing temporarily. Use a hot shower or humidifier to open up your airways, and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Natural Remedies Consume 1-2 spoonfuls of honey to suppress a cough. Honey is an effective way to suppress a cough and

How to Pause Airpods

Quickly pause and resume your media with your Apple AirPods With your AirPods, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, you can easily pause your music or audio without needing to tap your connected device. By default, most generations of AirPods will let you pause music by simply pressing the stem or Touch control. If not, you can quickly adjust this function in your iPhone or iPad's Bluetooth settings. This wikiHow will show you how to pause songs using your 1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation Apple AirPods or AirPods Pro. [ Edit ] Things You Should Know On AirPods Pro, press the Force Sensor on the stem of an AirPod to pause a song. For AirPods 1st or 2nd generation, change your settings to pause after double-tapping. To change your settings, wear your AirPods and go to "Settings" → "Bluetooth" → "AirPods". Tap "left" or "right", then select the action. [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Removing an AirPod Wear your AirPods or AirPods Pro. You'll