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Quick & Easy Pickled Cucumber Recipe! 🥒 #PickledCucumber #FamilyFoodTutorials #viralvideo

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𝐠𝐢𝐫𝐥 𝐝𝐚𝐝! 𝐬𝐮𝐤𝐮𝐧𝐚 ꒰ᐢ. .ᐢ꒱₊˚⊹

featuring. sukuna ryomen x reader

warnings. sukuna wanted a son, but got a daughter instead (he's smitten for her shh), sukuna is modern af bye he knows how to use a phone ok, reader is called "wife", ooc sukuna bye

note. ok listen, i've been having a girl dad sukuna brainrot lately. and i even gave out a req to @rrairey (u go check out her works rn) — but i just had to write something about girl dad sukuna jsjdksjks it's on my mind 25/8 and i can't stop unless i actually write abt him (i'm lying, he's still going to be in my mind bye).

girl dad! sukuna who initially wanted a son but when he finds out he's going to be having a daughter instead, he didn't know how to feel. he thought that if he had a son, he could at least play "rough" with him. it's sukuna, he doesn't know what soft is.

girl dad! sukuna who has to secretly watch tutorial videos on the most random thing like "how to play nicely with your daughter" or "how to be nice to your daughter". but also searches up for things like "easy hairstyles to give your daughter for beginners", when your daughter isn't even born yet.

girl dad! sukuna who hates to admit it but he's pretty worried about having a daughter. finally shoves his ego down his throat and comes up to you to talk about it, and you encouraged that he's going to be a good father — but still, he's worried.

"ryo, you're worried about what exactly?" you asked the male, brushing his hair.

"not being a good father." he replies, leaning into your touch with a big frown on his face, grumbling under his breath slightly about how embarrassed he is to be so fragile in front of his own wife.

"baby, you're going to be the best father."

although your words were supposed to be encouraging, and he did feel a bit of burden lift off of his shoulders — the male still couldn't help but to worry about his unborn daughter.

girl dad! sukuna who complains about your pregnancy cravings and how his daughter is a weird baby. despite that, he will go out of his way to get you what you wanted, not caring if it was two in the morning, or five in the morning. he will get it for you and your growing daughter inside your belly.

girl dad! sukuna who grows anxious when your due date was inching closer. he took a break off from work and devoted his time to look after you, especially since you were walking for two right now. even if you did tell your husband that you were fine — he still thinks it's his job to look after you and your daughter.

"damn it brat, stop moving so much. you'll hurt yourself," he gently tugs on your arm, directing you to the couch, "what'dya want?"

"sausages and blueberry jam . . ." you tell him nonchalantly, missing the look of disgust on his face.

". . . just stay there." he walks a few steps before turning back, "don't move."

girl dad! sukuna who watches labor videos only to focus on the husbands and what they were doing in it so he could try to take notes and searches for what he should get ready for labor, or if he could do anything as a husband for his wife during labor. the results didn't ease his worries — they added up his worries. like adding fuel to the fire, the internet tells him that giving birth was the second most painful thing after getting burned alive.

girl dad! sukuna who already thought of names for your daughter and even buys things for her. telling you that he'd be out to grab a few things and then coming back with a crib set, toys, or even a baby walker. he even got a baby strap for both you and him to use, picking out the most random motives like skulls and fires.

"ryo, why did you pick that motive?" you asked, eyeing the baby strap that had white skulls all over.

"our daughter will like that. i know it." he retorts.

girl dad! sukuna who looked as calm as a cucumber but internally panics the most when your water broke. he grabs the bag that he had packed, following a youtube tutorial and helped you get into the car so that the both of you can finally drive off to the hospital. he holds your hand tightly along the way, showing his worry as he "tries" to follow driving laws (which he ended up driving past the speed limit and had to get a ticket in the hospital).

girl dad! sukuna who had to pay a ticket as you were tended in a hospital room (you didn't know about this and he didn't tell you about it so you won't worry). the doctor telling both you and him that the labor procedure will have to wait up to a few hours as they proceeded with "watchful waiting" after they checked on the baby's condition and yours so they could see if it was safe for you to give birth normally.

girl dad! sukuna who waited those long hours with you as you laid on the bed, telling him how nervous you are. and all the bad possibilities that could happen (he searched that up too), he tells you to stop saying those kind of things. sukuna wasn't angry — he just didn't want you to stress so much, rubbing circles on the back of your hand with his thumb to soothe you. he didn't let go until the doctor came back to finally do something.

girl dad! sukuna who was inside the delivery room with you, even after telling you that he won't come inside a few months ago. holds onto your hand (which you were holding onto tightly as the procedure goes on for hours), he winces — but he didn't care about his hand right now, he only cares about you and his daughter. brushing your hair lightly, mumbling out hushed praises to you (unknowingly, it just comes out), wipes away your sweat with his bare fingers and pressing kisses onto your face every single time he feels your hand clenching around his.

"jus' a bit more, pretty." he whispers, kissing your knuckles multiple times before moving on to kiss your forehead, "a bit more."

girl dad! sukuna who almost bursts into tears when he heard the loud cry of your daughter, but blinked his tears back. peering slightly at your worn out face. he tells you how he's proud of you (spoiler: he hates it if you reminded him about it in the future).

"y'hear that? you did so good, pretty. 'm proud of you," he clung onto your hand, grazing his thumb over your forehead as a smile adorned his face, "she's here, baby."

girl dad! sukuna who couldn't hold his tears back when the nurse suggested skin-to-skin contact with the father. he wasted no time tugging his shirt off to hold his little bundle of joy, nestling her in his arms — unknowingly letting a few stray tears of joy out as he coos down to his newborn daughter.

"oh, you're so pretty, little one." he cradled her gently against his bulky arms, sniffling softly. he was so gentle — different from how he used to be, his eyes soft and watery as he affectionately stares down at his now sleeping daughter.

girl dad! sukuna who slept on a chair by your bed when the doctor told you that you'll be allowed to go home once your body is fit again, he didn't care that he didn't have a bed to lie on. he was just there, prepped in a chair as his fingertips touched your wrist near the IV injection on the back of your hand. making sure he didn't touch the transparent hose. and his eyes darted back and forth from your resting form and his daughter who was now all warm and bundled up inside a bassinet. making sure that the both of you are resting well even if he was barely able to open his eyes fully.

girl dad! sukuna who carried all your bags and your daughter's car seat with ease while leading you down the hospital hallways and to the car. helping you buckle your seatbelt and making sure that his daughter is going to be safe and sound during the ride home, prepping up the car seat like he learned, giving his daughter a light kiss on her head before closing the door.

girl dad! sukuna who tells you to rely on him every time his daughter wakes up in the middle of the night — he won't let you get up, gently tugging you down onto the bed and tucking you underneath the covers before leaving to tend your daughter without any other words. as if his daughter is the most fragile thing in the world, he carries her into his arms and hushed her softly, nuzzling his nose onto her head, trying to get her back to sleep.

"shh, baby, mama's tired right now . . . go back to bed." he whispers, kissing her small forehead.

girl dad! sukuna who offered to shower your baby for the first time after two weeks upon arriving back home (under your watch of course), as you filled the bathinette with warm water — sukuna was cradling her in his arms, swaying his body side to side. and when you tell him the water's ready, sukuna prepped his big hand behind your daughter's small head so the water won't go to her face and began cleaning her. concentrating, he wets his finger and traced it over his daughter's face, making sure she's not frightened. and once he's done, he cupped his hand and scooped some water to wet her hair, rubbing her head lovingly.

girl dad! sukuna who's personality did a somersault ever since you were pregnant with his daughter. turning soft and more clingy, he has your daughter strapped to his chest. and will tell you that he's got it every time his daughter cries or ruined her diapers, he's learnt it all thanks to other great dads on youtube.

girl dad! sukuna who was even more ecstatic than you are when his daughter said her first word, which was of course "mama", he didn't care that she didn't say "dada", he focuses on the fact that his daughter had grown so much to be able to say her first word. tells your bundle of joy how proud he is of her even if she probably doesn't understand her father.

"maa..ma."

sukuna who had his eyes on the television immediately darted to his daughter who was in your hold, his lips were slightly parted as he tries to process what just happened, "did . . . did she . . ?"

when you confirmed his question, he pulled you into his arms and kissed your head before kissing your daughter's head, muttering out a, "papa's proud of you, baby."

girl dad! sukuna who treats both you and your daughter like the most precious beings in the world. he. spoils. you. both. to no end, coming home from work with a present for the both of you. mostly food for you, and a toy for your daughter. you just know [daughter] is going to grow up spoiled by her father.

girl dad! sukuna who spoils your daughter rotten. and ever since her first steps — he's been going out with her to no end, of course going out as a family of three. holding your daughter's chubby little hands as he guided her down the street, earning coos from strangers all around him.

"good girl, that's right . . . left and right." he said softly, watching [daughter] walk slowly, still a little wobbly.

girl dad! sukuna who gets a little emotional when your daughter has her first birthday — because, it's been that fast? he tries not to cry, i swear. but silently slips inside the bathroom and lets a few one out before coming out like he didn't just cry over his daughter growing up too fast. he swore it was just yesterday that he was in the hospital.

girl dad! sukuna who will with no shame, participate in tea parties with his daughter once she's known enough about it. you'd call them both down for dinner and when they didn't, you decided to be the one to approach them inside [daughter]'s room. and there he was, sitting on the floor, to his left and right were [daughter]'s stuffed animals and your daughter was sitting across from sukuna with a silver tiara on.

"this looks fun," you chuckled, eyeing them.

"mama! tea party?" [daughter] beams out at you, you walked over to them and carried your daughter into your arms, "mama, no tea party?"

"after dinner, baby. okay?"

sukuna has no shame in it. at first, he did try to decline his daughter, telling her that she should ask you instead, but your daughter looked so crestfallen that he just has to accept — which turned out to be a daily thing now. a tea party.

girl dad! sukuna who will be his daughter's experiment subject to trying out make ups. he's a little skeptical (lies, he's very skeptical), but it's not like this is the first time he's had make up put on his face. he's had his fair share of you trying to put make up on him, but this was a toddler doing it and not a full grown adult. but he couldn't say no, so he just submits to his daughter and lets her modify his face and clips on cute hairclips to his hair.

"mama mama! look at papa," your daughter cheers, pointing at sukuna. and you laugh, carrying your daughter before approaching the male who was sitting down on the floor in the living room.

"you look pretty, ryo."

"i feel pretty, my little girl did it to me." he rolls his eyes before grabbing a mirror to look at his face.

eh, not bad.

girl dad! sukuna who drops his daughter off for the first day of pre-school, telling her that she should punch anyone who messes with her (thankfully nobody yet). and gets a bit emotional again as she walks inside the building, his eyes going glassy watching her skip inside her new chapter.

girl dad! sukuna who's overprotective when it comes to his little girl. a trip to the park was a daily routine for his family — and believe me when he has eyes everywhere for his little girl, if anyone was bothering her, he would have no fear on finding out who their parent was. taking matters into his own hands, leaving the children out of it. as much as he wanted to confront the kid for bothering his little princess, he knew the parents had the most fault.

"your boy has issues. the next time he lays his hand on my girl, i will come for you." he said to the boy's father before walking back to you.

the boy and his father never came back to the park after that day.

girl dad! sukuna who watches his daughter grow from a small girl to an eight year old in a matter of what felt like a week. he swore yesterday she was just babbling out her first word, and the next thing he knows, she's got a "boyfriend" at school? oh, boy.

"you don't have a boyfriend." he mutters out, eyeing his daughter.

"yes i do have a boyfriend," your daughter replies back with her soft voice.

"no."

the banter continued until your daughter ended up in tears, and sukuna had to force himself to say that she indeed had a boyfriend in school. he's upset that she's growing up too quickly, but at the same time — he's proud of his little girl.

girl dad! sukuna who finds out you were pregnant with a second child, who turned out to be another girl. and he was still as loving and caring like he was with his first daughter, this time, he had a helping hand to take care of you.

"mama has a baby in her belly, so you can't be too rough on her, okay?" he baby talks his eight year old daughter like she's still a small baby — he softly caresses your clothed stomach as he speaks to her.

girl dad! sukuna who had to see his first daughter cry over her new "soon to be" born baby sibling. thinking both you and him were not going to love her anymore — and his heart breaks, because why would he not love his princess anymore?

"hey, hey, why're you cryin'?" sukuna tucks [daughter]'s hair behind her ear as she lets out a few fat tears out of her eyes.

"mama and papa will still love me, right?" she asks, her voice breaking slightly.

sukuna pulls the young girl into his embrace, holding her with one of his arm as he wipes her tears with his other, "'f course mama and i will still love you, you're our princess."

girl dad! sukuna who proudly watches his big girl now approaching his newborn daughter and her sister, eyeing the baby with such an innocent glint in her eyes. oh, and big girl? doesn't matter, to sukuna, your first daughter will always be his little girl.

© CHURIPU 2024 , DO NOT COPY OR REPOST ANYWHERE

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The Art of Sushi Making: Crafting Beautiful and Delicious Rolls

The Art of Sushi Making: Crafting Beautiful and Delicious Rolls

Sushi is a beloved dish around the world, and for good reason. The combination of vinegared rice, fresh fish, and various toppings, all wrapped up in a delicate seaweed sheet, is a true culinary delight. But have you ever wondered what goes into creating those beautiful and delicious rolls? In this blog post, we'll delve into the art of sushi making, exploring the techniques, ingredients, and tips that will help you craft your own stunning sushi creations.

A Brief History of Sushi

Before we dive into the art of sushi making, let's take a brief look at the history of this beloved dish. Sushi originated in Japan over 2,000 years ago, as a way to preserve fish in fermented rice. Over time, sushi evolved into the various forms we know and love today, including maki (rolls), nigiri (hand-formed sushi), and sashimi (raw fish sliced into thin pieces).

The Ingredients of Sushi

So, what are the essential ingredients of sushi? Here are the basics:

Sushi rice: A special type of short-grain rice that's prepared with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.

Nori: Seaweed sheets that are used to wrap sushi rolls.

Fillings: Various ingredients such as raw fish, cooked fish, vegetables, and sometimes egg or tofu.

Seasonings: Soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger are common seasonings used in sushi.

The Techniques of Sushi Making

Now that we've covered the ingredients, let's move on to the techniques of sushi making. Here are the basic steps:

Preparing the sushi rice: Rinse and cook the sushi rice according to the recipe. Then, season the rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.

Cutting the fillings: Cut the fillings into thin slices or strips, depending on the type of sushi you're making.

Assembling the roll: Place a sheet of nori on a sushi mat, spread a thin layer of sushi rice onto the nori, and add the fillings.

Rolling the sushi: Use the sushi mat to roll the sushi into a compact roll.

Tips for Making Beautiful Sushi

Here are some tips for making beautiful sushi:

Use short-grain rice: Short-grain rice is stickier and better suited for sushi.

Handle the fillings gently: Handle the fillings gently to avoid damaging them.

Use the right amount of rice: Use the right amount of rice to avoid overstuffing the roll.

Roll the sushi tightly: Roll the sushi tightly to avoid air pockets and uneven shapes.

Common Sushi Rolls and Their Fillings

Here are some common sushi rolls and their fillings:

California roll: Crab, cucumber, and avocado.

Spicy tuna roll: Spicy tuna mix, cucumber, and avocado.

Salmon roll: Smoked salmon, cucumber, and cream cheese.

Veggie roll: Cucumber, avocado, and carrot.

Conclusion

Making sushi is an art that requires patience, practice, and attention to detail. By mastering the techniques of sushi making and using the right ingredients, you can create beautiful and delicious sushi rolls that will impress your friends and family. Remember to handle the fillings gently, use the right amount of rice, and roll the sushi tightly to avoid air pockets and uneven shapes.

Sushi Making Resources

Sushi making kits: Sushi making kits are available online and include everything you need to get started, including sushi rice, nori, and fillings.

Sushi making classes: Local cooking schools and sushi restaurants often offer sushi making classes.

Sushi making videos: YouTube and other video sharing platforms have many sushi making tutorials and videos.

Sushi making books: There are many books available on sushi making, including "The Art of Sushi" and "Sushi: The Beginner's Guide".

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How Can Java Tutorials Enhance Your Testing Skills?

Introduction to Java for Testers

Getting Started with Appium

Mobile testers can gain a good starting point if beginning with an appium java tutorial in mobile automation. It is an open-source tool that enables testers to automate mobile applications with Android and iOS, ideally remotely. Appium with Java is still preferred as it takes testers through familiar mobile testing constructs. The typical contents of a Java Appium tutorial include the installation procedure, setup, and writing of basic and complex test scripts. Through these tutorials, testers can keep a check and eliminate repetitive activities, enhancing the tests’ efficiency. 

Automating with Selenium and Java

Behavior-Driven Development with Cucumber

Behavior-driven development (BDD) has recently become more famous among the testing community, & Cucumber is one of the important tools for BDD. As for the cucumber tutorial for testers, it is necessary to familiarize them with writing the test scenarios in plain language linked to Java. The Cucumber tutorial usually includes feature file creation, step definition creation, and using Cucumber with other testing frameworks. Thus, understanding Cucumber allows testers to facilitate communication between the technical and non-technical sides of the project to align the requirements better. 

Manual Testing for Beginners

Automation is essential, but having a good grounding in manual testing is also necessary. An oral presentation of manual testing for a beginner’s tutorial creates a good foundation on the testing life cycle, how to write a test case, identify and track defects, and test management. These tutorials are also helpful in stressing elements such as exploratory testing, usability testing, and customer perspective. A Manual Testing tutorial for beginners assists the testers in paying close attention to every component of an application in the course of testing as a way of pointing out defects that automated testing cannot detect. 

Combining Tutorials for Comprehensive Learning

Thus, the tester can develop immense skills using available resources, including Java tutorials for testers, an Appium tutorial in Java, a Cucumber tutorial, and a manual testing tutorial, Basics of Manual Testing. This approach ensures that viewers are familiar with manual and automatic testing. Also, the combination of Selenium with Java interview questions can help the testers stay updated and on the lookout for career promotion opportunities. 

Staying Updated and Continuous Learning

Thus, there is a challenge owing to the dynamic nature of the software testing field; the tools and methodologies are constantly developed. Tutorials, practice, and hands-on projects are essential for the students to learn and upgrade themselves continually. Whether beginning his career or seeking an elevated rank, he can benefit significantly from test resources such as Java tutorials for testers, Appium Java tutorials, Cucumber tutorials, and manual testing tutorials for beginners.

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Automation Testing Tutorial for Beginners: Definitions, Process, and Tools

“Automation Testing with cucumber framework” .By methodically carrying out the test processes while seated in front of a computer, a human performs manual testing. From creating test cases to running tests, everything is done by a human. Automation testing, in contrast to manual testing, entails running your test case library through an automation tool. Additionally, the automation program may generate thorough test reports, compare expected and actual outcomes, and enter test data into the system being tested. Automation does not replace manual testing; rather, it reduces the amount of test cases that must be run manually.

Why test automation?

Automated testing is crucial for the reasons listed below:

It takes time and money to manually test all procedures, fields, and negative scenarios.

Manually checking for multilingual websites is challenging.

Human intervention is not necessary for automation. Automated tests may be run without supervision (overnight).

Test execution and coverage are accelerated by automation.

Manual testing is prone to error since it can get tedious.

What tests should be automated?

To improve the ROI of automation, test cases can be chosen using the criteria listed below:

repeated execution of test scenarios.

arduous or challenging test scenarios that can be carried out manually.

test cases that take a lot of time.

high-risk, crucial-to-business test scenarios

Test cases in the following category are not suited for automation:

newly created test cases that haven't been manually run at least once.

Examples of tests where the requirements are always changing.

test scenarios that are run on an as-needed basis.

automation method

When automating a process, the following steps are taken:

1. Choosing a test tool

The technology that the application being tested is built on has a significant impact on the test tool chosen.

For instance, Informatica is not supported by QTP. Therefore, testing Informatica apps cannot be done with QTP.

Conducting Proof of Concept of Tool on AUT is a nice idea.

2. Specify the automation's reach

The area of your application under test that will be automated is known as the scope of automation.

3. development, design, and planning

You develop the automation approach and test plans during this phase.

4. carrying out the test

Automation scripts are run during this stage.

5. Maintenance

Automation scripts need to be written, reviewed and maintained for each release cycle as new functionalities are added to the System Under Test each subsequent cycle.

To increase the efficacy of automation scripts, maintenance becomes important.

Automating Devices

The more well-known automation devices are:

QTP: It is the leading functional testing tool on the market.

Rational Robot is an IBM automation tool. 

tests for configuration, functionality, and regression.

Selenium is a free tool for web automation.

The criteria listed below will assist you in choosing the ideal tool for your needs:

Utilizing a scripting language, ease of usage

Support for many test kinds, such as mobile, functional, and test management.

different testing frameworks are supported.

Before implementing automation, one of the main hurdles to be overcome is tool selection. Determine the requirements first, then investigate the capabilities of various tools. Set the tool's expectations and attempt a proof of concept.

Structure for automation

A framework is a group of automated best practices that aid in:

maintaining testing consistency

less code maintenance

enables better reusability

Four different framework types are employed in software automation testing:

Framework for data-driven automation.

framework for automated search via keywords.

Framework for modular automation.

Framework for hybrid automation.

best practices for automation

To maximize the ROI of automation, keep in mind the following:

Before the project begins, the automation scope must be precisely established. This correctly sets the bar for automation.

Choose the appropriate automation tool; a tool should not be chosen based on popularity but rather on how well it meets the needs of automation.

Select the right framework.

Scripting guidelines: When writing scripts for automation, guidelines must be observed.

Measuring metrics is important since the effectiveness of automation cannot be assessed solely by contrasting manual and automated efforts, but must also take into account metrics such as perceived flaws, productivity gains, etc.

If followed, the aforementioned recommendations can substantially aid in the effectiveness of your automation.

Conclusion

For automation to be successful, it is crucial to choose the correct testing methodology, team, and tool. For effective testing, manual and automated approaches should be used together.

A critical first step to overcoming the automation testing difficulty is to start a career in automation testing. To become an expert automation tester, you must have knowledge and experience in this area. The key to reaching this objective is signing up for a Selenium course, whether through online training or certification programs. You may develop your skills and obtain your certification as an Automation Tester by taking these Selenium courses that offer real-world projects that give you practical experience. Therefore, these educational options are your doorway to success in the field of automation testing, whether you're looking for a Selenium course, Selenium online training, a Selenium certification course, or a Selenium automation course.

GroTechMinds offers a comprehensive python with selenium course, ideal for beginners and professionals. Our Selenium course provides hands-on experience with real-time projects guided by industry experts, ensuring practical skills development in automation testing. With flexible online training, you can learn at your convenience. Kickstart your career with GroTechMinds’ Selenium automation course today.

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From Features to Automation: Cucumber Testing Tutorial for QA Engineers

In the realm of software testing, Cucumber has emerged as a powerful tool for Behavior-Driven Development (BDD). This Cucumber Testing Tutorial serves as an invaluable resource for both beginners and seasoned QA professionals.

The tutorial begins with a comprehensive overview of BDD, providing a solid foundation for understanding Cucumber. It then seamlessly transitions into detailed, step-by-step guides, making complex concepts easily digestible. From defining feature files to writing Gherkin syntax, every aspect of Cucumber testing is covered.

One of the tutorial's strengths lies in its emphasis on best practices. It offers insights into structuring feature files, writing effective scenarios, and utilizing tags for streamlined testing. Additionally, it delves into advanced techniques, enabling testers to harness Cucumber's full potential for automation.

This tutorial doesn't just stop at theory—it provides hands-on examples and exercises, ensuring practical proficiency. Whether you're a novice looking to kickstart your testing journey or a seasoned pro aiming to refine your skills, this guide caters to all.

In conclusion, this Cucumber Testing Tutorial is a treasure trove of knowledge for those seeking to elevate their testing capabilities. Visit Tutorial and Example for the full tutorial and unlock the power of Cucumber in your testing endeavors.

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Embark on a journey through the world of Cucumber testing with our comprehensive tutorial. From fundamental BDD concepts to advanced automation techniques, this guide is tailored for both beginners and seasoned QA professionals seeking to master efficient test automation practices.

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How to spin a pen between your fingers

The 8 Kinds of Baseball Pitches and How They Move.

How to Spin a Pencil: 20 Pen Spinning Tips & Tricks.

Pen Spinning Finger Pass - Basic trick tutorial - YouTube.

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The 8 Kinds of Baseball Pitches and How They Move.

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How to Spin a Pencil: 20 Pen Spinning Tips & Tricks.

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Pen Spinning Finger Pass - Basic trick tutorial - YouTube.

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When you stop the raw egg, it keeps turning a little bit. You have only stopped the shell, not the liquid inside. The liquid is still moving, which causes the shell to keep turning. Hard-boiled eggs will spin on their end if you spin them fast enough. The egg saves energy by spinning on its end and making a smaller circle.

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Jul 13, 2018 · Place a pen on the table and use the thumb and fingers to spin it. Try not to involve the shoulder in this exercise: the objective is to isolate the thumb and fingers. Aim for speed during this exercise, if possible, by spinning the pen quickly for 15 seconds. Exercise #24: Coin Drop. Awesome pens for pen spinning: how to spin a pencil in your fingers (or pen)! This Charge Tutorial walks you through the step-b.

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8 DIY Garden Arch Plans to Frame Your Beautiful Garden

There are a lot of reasons why you might want to add a garden arch to your garden. The functional purpose: for vegetables such as squash and legumes to have something to climb on as they grow. The aesthetic purpose: to create a beautiful bridge of roses to walk through while they grow.

The practical purpose: to turn a gate or bench into something more magical and eye-catching. But, whatever your purpose, there is a garden arch plan here for you.

You're reading: 8 DIY Garden Arch Plans to Frame Your Beautiful Garden

Take the time to read through the plans and see if you can find one that uses materials that you already have at home. This is a great way to cut down on costs if you don’t want to break your budget. You can find beginner-friendly projects as well as more advanced ones, so pick the right one for your skillset.

1. Simple Garden Arch

If you are a beginner carpenter then this is a great project for you to improve your skills while making a functional and beautiful product.

This garden arch can be built in six parts and in just one day. It’s a wonderful way to frame a garden, to add a statement piece or to create a gateway.

Make this Garden Arch

2. Arbor Arch

Just imagine that charming arch at the front gate to your backyard garden. Prickly roses climbing up the side and delicate twinkle lights decorate the frame. A truly magical addition to your garden!

This project will definitely take more than a day to complete but have patience. You can work on it a little bit at a time, and eventually, you will be carrying it out of your workshop and over to the garden.

Make this Garden Arch

Read more: 12 Garden Tools to Buy – Essentials for Beginners – Garden Design

3. Garden Arch with a Bench

Give yourself that special spot where you can rest and simply gaze out upon the beautiful garden that you have created. A comfortable spot to sit and smell those delicate flowers.

This garden arch project is more advanced because it involves the addition of a bench. However, it’s worth the extra effort so you can have that resting spot you’re looking for.

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4. Garden Arch with a Gate

I have always loved gardens that have gated entrances. Ever since I read The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson (highly recommended book by the way.)

This garden arch complete with a gate should cost you under $200 to make. But that will depend on how much material you already have at home. It’s a wonderful weekend project that you can get the kids involved in. Teach them how to use a hammer and the importance of precise measuring.

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5. Garden Arch for Climbing Plants

As a bridge between two gardens, your new handmade garden arch will look stunning covered in blooming roses.

This is an affordable project that is made out of metal rebar. In this tutorial, you will learn how to bend the rebar and make decorative circles.

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6. Garden Arch with Wire

Prepare yourself to spend around 100 bucks for this great garden arch project. A great price compared to store-bought arches sold at much higher prices.

This will be your new home for tomatoes, cucumbers or green beans. They will love climbing up the wire on the sides and it will look attractive too.

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7. Squash Arch

Learn how you can build a pretty garden arch and make your squash happy. Here you can grow pumpkins, spaghetti squash, even zucchini or cucumbers.

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This project is beginner-friendly, doesn’t take long to make, and its a functional addition to your garden.

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8. Pretty White Garden Arch

This garden arch is so pretty you could use it at a wedding! The white contrasts beautifully against the dark green leaves and bright colors of the flowers.

This DIY garden arch will take some careful planning as it does demand a lot of attention to detail. Follow the steps accordingly and enjoy building your new entrance to your blossoming garden.

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There is nothing like a great woodworking project to get you out of bed and motivated in the morning. Excitement will overwhelm you as you carefully go through the steps towards a new and eye-catching piece for your garden. You just might get some phone calls from the neighbors asking where you bought it. Don’t be shy to reply proudly that you built it yourself!

Paint your project to your own personal liking and decorate it with climbing plants, twinkle lights, or whatever else you can come up with. When you are all done, sit back and congratulate yourself on another DIY project completed.

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Simple Smoked Salmon Temari Sushi. Temari Sushi is balls of sushi rice wrapped up in anything you like - thinly sliced fish, avocado, omelette, prawns or my favourite, smoked salmon. These must be one of the easiest sushi types to make, with the added advantage that if you're not a fan of seaweed, you can still enjoy this simple yet. The Food Busker is tired of people buying sushi and not getting the most out of it.

This simple dish is made from steamed rice, with avocado, cucumber and smoked salmon all wrapped up in dried seaweed. It might take awhile to learn how to make a perfect roll, but you'll have fun trying! Temari sushi - 手まり寿司 - or temarizushi - are round balls of sushi rice topped decoratively with ingredients like sashimi, vegetables, seaweed sheets and fish roe.

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Temari Sushi is balls of sushi rice wrapped up in anything you like - thinly sliced fish, avocado, omelette, prawns or my favourite, smoked salmon. These must be one of the easiest sushi types to make, with the added advantage that if you're not a fan of seaweed, you can still enjoy this simple yet. The Food Busker is tired of people buying sushi and not getting the most out of it.

To begin with this recipe, we have to first prepare a few ingredients. You can cook simple smoked salmon temari sushi using 5 ingredients and 4 steps. Here is how you can achieve that.

The ingredients needed to make Simple Smoked Salmon Temari Sushi:

{Prepare 30 slice of Smoked salmon.

{Prepare 450 grams of Cooked white rice.

{Take 3 tbsp of ●Sushi vinegar (grain vinegar).

{Make ready 2 tbsp of ●Sugar.

{Make ready 1 tsp of ●Salt.

Typically molded onto the iconic round shape using plastic wrap, they can be garnished as elaborately or as simply as you'd like. The smoked salmon sushi roll is a fun and exciting sushi roll which consists of smoked salmon on the outside with a avocado, fresh salmon and mascapone filling. Below is the full recipe so you can make this at home. A homemade recipe for Aburi-Style Smoked Salmon Oshi Sushi: creamy, smoky torched salmon on top of pressed sushi rice with avocado.

Steps to make Simple Smoked Salmon Temari Sushi:

Add the ingredients marked with ● into a bowl of firm cooked rice. Mix well whilst allowing the rice to cool..

Lay a piece of smoked salmon on top of a sheet of cling film..

Add about 1 tablespoon of sushi rice on top of the smoked salmon..

Wrap everything with the cling film and then form into a ball. It's best not to squeeze too tightly. Lightly squeeze the sushi just enough for everything to hold together...

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There are lots of different online resources or websites that help you to explore the concepts of software testing. According to experts, It is very difficult to find the right source of information to learn the new things, because by firing the different keywords on a search engine there are uncountable you will get and you don't know which one right software testing tutorial or website that you trust. At the initial career, it is more difficult to find the best websites lists or course.

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How to Grow a Pandemic Garden

There are all kinds of reasons that people get into gardening, most of them quite practical. Maybe you need a hobby, and like being surrounded by green things. Maybe you want to become more self-sufficient in general, and harbor homespun dreams of spending long days canning, pickling, and preserving your harvest so you can crack open a jar of summer during the cold winter months. Maybe you’re looking to pull back from the cruel capitalist churn of food production and farm worker exploitation in this country. Maybe you just want to spend less money at the grocery store, or to make it easier for yourself and your neighbors to avoid it altogether.

Or maybe the current crisis has you thinking more in the long term. The coronavirus pandemic continues to disrupt food supply chains, and unemployment numbers have soared into the stratosphere. Farmers unable to sell their crops are letting tons of produce rot in the fields (despite an urgent need from food banks), and grocery store workers fear the potentially deadly consequences of reporting to work. Without being fatalistic, it might not be a bad idea to take steps now that ensure you’ll have access to fresh produce a month or two from now.

During World Wars I and II, ordinary citizens in the U.S. (as well as a number of other countries) were encouraged to plant so-called “Victory Gardens” in order to take pressure off the straining food supply and spice up their own meager government rations. The humble backyard garden served them well then, and those of us alive now could benefit from a return to the practice—ideally without the racist, imperialist baggage that came with the second wave of U.S. victory gardens. When thousands of Japanese farmers were thrown into internment camps by the U.S. government during WWII, the food supply suffered but California agribusiness giants secretly celebrated. With their highly efficient farming methods and close-knit communities, Japanese immigrants had been a threat to the American farms’ profits, and their farms were lost alongside their freedom in an ensuing government land grab. The growth of victory gardens ties directly into that shameful episode, so for the sake of this piece, let’s just stick with “garden” for our purposes here (or “quarantine garden” if you’re really leaning into the branding).

Growing herbs on your windowsill isn’t doing it for you anymore, and those baleful houseplants peeking out at you from various corners around the apartment aren’t exactly pulling their weight, either. You’ve decided you want to take that extra leap and start your very own garden, so, let’s take stock. Say you live in an apartment in a major city, can afford to spend a few bucks on supplies, and have a little extra space to play around with. We’re not talking full-on backyard (in this economy? please) but you’ve got a solid few square feet of outdoor space that you’ve decided you want to draft into your personal war against free time. You’re ready for an upgrade.

That’s great, but there are a few things you need to consider before you dig in, pun absolutely intended.

Where Should I Plant a Garden?

When planning out your new kitchen garden, you’ve got to keep the old real estate maxim “location, location, location” in mind. When deciding what is going to go where, you’ll want to pick out the sunniest spot possible. Vegetable plants are the opposite of intimidating goth teens in that they love the sun and crave your attention.

If you’re working with a fire escape or a stoop, you’ll probably be in good shape, but if you’re staking out a section of a shady backyard area, it’ll be a little harder to coax your crops into cooperating. You’ve also got to consider potential weather conditions. The last thing you want is for your small leafy sons to drown the next time it rains because you planted them in a weird slopey corner of the yard, or for them to fall to their deaths from the fire escape on a windy day because your dumb ass balanced them on a step. Find a nice, level spot that isn’t going to betray you the first time it rains.

How Much Sunlight Will My Garden Need?

Most plants require at least six hours of direct sunlight per day to thrive, and the more sun they get, the bigger, happier, and healthier they grow. Leafy greens like lettuce, spinach, kale, chard, and herbs like cilantro, thyme, and parsley can handle a little more shade, and root vegetables like carrots and radishes can run on only four hours if needed, but most of the beloved staples you’re going to want to grow—tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, beans, squash, corn, basil, rosemary—are going to want to soak up that sun.

What if you don’t live somewhere sunny? You need to get familiar with your hardiness zone (which sounds like some sort of cursed Crossfit spin-off, but is actually a means by which gardeners can determine what kind of plants will thrive in their particular area during cold weather). Seed packets and live plants will note their zones on the package; if a range of zones is provided (for example, if zones 4-9, is indicated, the plant is good to go in zones 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9). Also, use your common sense; while I appreciate your millennial moxie, you’re probably not going to be able to grow that avocado tree in Maine.

What Should I Grow in My Garden?

Now that you’ve got all that figured out, you need to decide what you actually want to grow in your garden. This year, we spent hours paging through seed catalogs trying to settle on the perfect heirloom varieties, but you don’t have to be that precious about it. Think about what you want to eat, what you like to cook with, and what you’d like to have on hand just in case. If you’re looking to harvest regularly or feed more than a few people, go with high-yield plants like tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, peas, and salad greens like lettuce and spinach.

Herbs are always a good bet and play well with other plants, though you’ve got to watch out for mint—much like the U.S. itself, a mint plant will choke out the competition and colonize every inch of space around it if left to its own devices. You can achieve a nice balance of function and form by growing pretty flowering herbs like lavender, chamomile, yarrow, and borage. These will have the added benefit of attracting bees and butterflies, which is as adorable as it is necessary to keep your plants well-pollinated. (Tip: If you’re going to be using containers, look for varieties labeled “compact,” “space saver,” or “bush;” these mini-versions of popular garden staples are bred to take up less space than usual, leaving you more room to maneuver).

Where Can I Get Plants For My Garden?

Do you want to start from scratch and buy seeds, or would you rather pick up an armload of baby plants from your local garden center? Are you going to throw in a few wild cards, like those spring onions you’ve been idly regrowing on the countertop?

If you’ve never tried to grow anything before (or have, and found yourself to be the unhappy possessor of a black thumb), it might be a good idea to start off with a few store-bought (or gifted) plants to get your confidence up before you tackle anything more demanding. You can try out some of those vegetable regrowing hacks that are always floating around Instagram, but the only one that’s ever reliably worked for me is the spring onion trick (where you simply place the white bulb roots-down in a cup of water, and watch as they regenerate into full-grown onions again).

How Do I Start Seeds Indoors?

In my own personal experience, starting seeds inside is a pain in the ass, but depending on what I’m trying to grow, it’s often a necessary evil. Some plants are tricky, and can’t be directly sown (i.e. planted directly in the soil outside). Instead, they need to be “started” indoors and kept inside until they’re strong enough to withstand the elements.

There are a number of ways to do this and endless tutorials online, but I’ve had the best luck so far with the following method. Take a cardboard egg carton, fill the little cups with potting soil, and plant each cup with three or four seeds. Keep the soil damp and stow the carton in a warm, dark place until you see sprouts, then move the babies under a grow light or under a sunny window, and let them get their strength up. Once they’ve had a week or so to grow, start moving them outside for a few hours each day to “harden” them, or get them used to the changes in temperature. Gradually increase the time spent outside for the next seven to ten days, until you’re ready to transplant them. You can then cut the egg cartons apart and plant the individual cups directly in the soil, and welcome them into their new home by giving them plenty of water. (Your mileage here may vary; seeds can be finicky little dicks, and I’ve already had to re-start like 50 of them this year. Don’t give up!).

What Are Raised Beds, and Does My Garden Need Them?

Once they’re all grown up and ready to move out, are your plants going to live in pots and containers, or are you dreaming bigger? If you’ve only got a few feet available, a couple of big, deep containers will be your best bet here. As a bonus, containers are especially good for vertical gardening. Adding a trellis, wire cage, or other support system gives vine-y plants like tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, sweet potatoes, and beans room to climb, which is handy when space is at a premium (and if you’re feeling really ambitious, you can try to train your vines to wrap around your balcony or fire escape).

My other half (who has a background in agriculture and is fact-checking this over my shoulder as I write it) got a little fancy with our garden this year and built some raised beds. A raised bed is basically a flat box that sits on top of the soil (or concrete), and they’re great for beginner gardeners because you can control important variables like soil quality, drainage, pests, and weeds. They don’t need to be expensive, and are pretty easy to build; there are millions of tutorials on YouTube, and you can make them out of pallets or cheap lumber. (You can also buy ready-made ones, but those are needlessly expensive and I promise you can just do it yourself for a fraction of the cost). Ours are 8’ x 4’ due to the shape of our weird little front yard, but you can go much bigger or smaller depending on your situation. If you have the space for them, raised beds are a great option for city gardens, or in places where the soil is contaminated or otherwise inhospitable.

What Kind of Soil Do I Need For My Garden?

The next step is choosing the right soil for what you’re looking to grow. Different plants thrive in different kinds of soil, but basically any soil you’re going to encounter can benefit from adding compost to it, so throw a few bags of that into your shopping card before you leave Home Depot (or start making your own). Some vegetables like carrots, cucumbers, garlic, tomatoes, onions, cauliflower, and sweet peppers also prefer slightly acidic soil (so do most berries!); luckily, there are a number of ways to up the dose of acid in your soil, some store-bought and some DIY. I sometimes add used tea leaves or coffee grounds to the soil around these plants, and you can also mix two tablespoons of vinegar into a gallon of water and use that for an easy fix. You can also just buy soil with a higher acidity level. (“Just buy some” is usually an option for most things when it comes to gardening, but we try to keep things as DIY and organic as possible in our garden, because this shit can get expensive).

So now you’ve got your space scoped out, you’ve got your plant babies at the ready, you’ve got your containers set up, you’ve got a bunch of dirt locked and loaded, and you’re feeling good about your setup. It’s finally time for the fun part—planting! Make sure to make a nice deep pocket in the soil to place the plant down into, fully cover the roots, and to water them thoroughly once they’re settled. Good job! You have a garden now.

How Do I Keep My Garden Alive?

It’s always a good idea to read up on the types of vegetables you’ve planted beforehand so you understand how much water each kind will need each day after that (again, don’t drown your babies!). Familiarize yourself with each plant’s needs, and settle in for the final, hopefully most fruitful chapter of your garden journey: doing your best to keep the damn things alive. It will require care, effort, and somewhat constant vigilance, but it’ll be worth it. If you spot any stray weeds, remove them; if you see a suspicious bug or odd colorations on a plant’s leaves, Google them and take care of it. I can guarantee that for any garden problem you encounter, someone else has already written a how-to guide on how to fix it.

Don’t pick things before they’re ripe, or let veggies rot on the vine. Be kind to your plants, even the ones that get droopy or don’t produce as well; they’re doing their best. Most importantly, once you start harvesting your bounty, share the abundance with your friends and neighbors (from a safe distance). Remember, nothing tastes as sweet as mutual aid.

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