People Are In Love With This Dog Who Waits For A Girl After School Every Day

“We will never ever deserve dogs and that is a fact.”

This is Elisa Lee, a 17-year-old high school senior in Lakewood, California.

Elisa Lee

AND THIS IS RALPH.

Elisa and Ralph first met at the beginning of the school year, when her friend was driving her home. That's when she saw Ralph outside his house near her school.

"At first I was afraid that he would bite me, since most dogs would bark at you and seem aggressive if you came near their house," Elisa told BuzzFeed News.

Elisa Lee

"Days passed and he was still waiting there, so one of my friends encouraged me to try to pet him," she said.

And just like that, it was love.

"The first time I pet him he was so excited and started licking my hand and pawing at it," she said.

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How to Revive a Dying Aloe Vera Plant

Aloe vera plants make great indoor or outdoor plants; they are also handy to have around because of their healing properties. These plants are succulents, and therefore can become sick due to overwatering, underwatering, and other environmental factors. Root rot is one of the most common ailments of Aloe vera plants, but they can also become sunburned. If your Aloe vera plant looks a little under the weather, don’t lose hope! You can still revive it!

EditSteps

EditRepotting Due to Root Rot

1. Remove the Aloe vera plant from its current pot. One of the typical reasons for Aloe vera plant death is root rot. In order to determine if this is the case, you need to first take the plant out of its pot.^[1]
   
   • Loosely hold the base of the plant and the bottom of your pot. Tip the pot upside down, and continue holding the plant with your other hand. Hit the bottom of the pot with your hand or knock it against a table ledge (or other hard surface).^[2]
   • Depending on the size of your plant, you may need another person to help you. One person should hold the plant base with both hands, while the other person tips the pot upside down and hits the bottom.^[3]. You might also find it helpful to jostle the pot back and forth until the plant comes loose.
   • If you still have difficulties removing your plant with two sets of hands, you can run a trowel or knife around the interior of the pot and try releasing it again, or push some of the soil out through the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot. If your plant still does not come out of the pot, you may need to break your pot, but this is a last resort.^[4]
   • While releasing the Aloe Vera plant from its pot, be sure that you are keeping the plant itself as steady as possible. All the movement should be centered on the pot, not the plant itself. In other words, hold, don’t pull, the plant. Hitting the bottom of the pot will keep your roots intact, and gravity will push the plant downward.
2. Tend the roots. Examine the roots and determine how many of the roots are still healthy. Mushy roots are characteristic of root rot and need to be removed.^[5] Any roots that aren’t black or mushy are good and can be kept.
   
   • If you see a lot of healthy roots and only a section of dead or mushy roots, you can likely save your plant without too much trouble, but you’ll need to cut away the damaged roots.^[6] You can use a sharp, sterilized knife to cut away the dead roots,^[7] but make sure to get them all.
   • If you notice that the majority of your plant has damaged roots, it will take a little more effort to save the plant, and it may be beyond saving. In this case, you can try to save the plant by removing the largest leaves (with a knife). Cut away about half of the plant. This method is risky. However, with fewer leaves to nourish, the small amount of undamaged roots can better direct nutrients throughout the plant.^[8]
3. Chose a pot that is one-third larger than the root system. Any excess soil will hold water and could cause root rot in the future, so a smaller pot is better than a larger one.^[9]
   
   • The roots of Aloe vera plants grow horizontally, rather than vertically. ^[10] Aloe vera plants can also become quite heavy, and the weight of the plant can cause a narrow pot to tip over. Thus, select a wide pot, rather than a deep or narrow pot.^[11]
   • The pot you choose should also have plenty of drainage holes on the bottom so that excess water does not sit in the soil.^[12]
   • A plastic pot is best if you live in a dryer climate, while a pot made from terra cotta or clay is best for cooler or humid areas.^[13]
4. Use potting soil suitable for cactus or succulents. This type of soil has a higher sand content and produces a well-draining environment for your plant. You can find this type of soil easily at your local garden center.^[14]
   
   • You can also create your own soil mix for your Aloe vera plant by mixing equal parts of sand, gravel or pumice, and soil.^[15] Be sure to use a coarse sand (like builder’s sand), rather than a fine sand. Fine sand can clump and hold water, rather than allowing it to drain down and through the pot.^[16]
   • Although you can use potting soil for Aloe vera plants, they will thrive better in a mixed soil.^[17] Potting soil is more likely to hold moisture and could therefore cause root rot.
5. Replant your Aloe vera. Prepare the pot by filling it with the potting soil mixture, and shake your Aloe vera plant gently to remove about a third of the soil that has attached itself to the root ball.^[18] Place your plant in the newly prepared pot and cover the top with more of the potting soil mixture. Be sure that the entire root ball is covered with the soil mixture , but don't bury the plant deeper than it was in the first pot.^[19]
   
   • You can also layer small rocks or gravel on the top of the soil, which helps reduce the evaporation of water.^[20]
6. Do not water immediately after repotting. Your Aloe vera plant needs a few days to readjust to its new pot and to repair any broken roots.^[21]
   

EditMonitoring Water

1. Check the soil. You can tell if your Aloe vera plant needs to be watered by pressing your index finger a few inches down into the soil. If the soil is dry, your plant needs water. Aloe vera plants are succulents and do not need to be watered often. Overwatering can kill your plant!^[22]
   
   • If you keep your plant outside, watering every two weeks should be sufficient.^[23]
   • If you keep your plant inside, water it every three to four weeks.^[24]
2. Modify watering according to the season. Aloe vera plants need more water in the warmer months, but less in the cooler months. Water less often in Fall and Winter, especially if your plant lives in a cool space.^[25]
   
3. Examine the leaves. As a succulent, Aloe vera plants store water in their leaves. If you notice the leaves are dropping or are becoming almost transparent, your plant likely needs water.^[26]
   
   • However, the same qualities can be a sign of root rot, caused by overwatering. Ask yourself when you watered your plant last. If you watered it recently, you should remove the plant from the pot and check for root rot.^[27]
4. Water until the soil is just moist. Water should never sit on top of the surface of the soil, so water with a light hand. Continue to check your plant weekly or bi-weekly by testing the soil to see if it needs to be watered.
   

EditCaring for a Sunburnt Plant

1. Check the leaves. If the leaves of your Aloe vera plant are turning brown or red, your plant may be sunburned.^[28]
   
2. Reposition your plant. Move your plant to a place where it receives indirect, rather than direct, sunlight.^[29]
   
   • If your plant is typically in a position to receive artificial light rather than sunlight, reposition the plant so that there is a greater distance between it and the light source. You can also try moving it outside so that it is getting some indirect natural light, rather than artificial light.^[30]
3. Water your plant. Check the soil and determine if your plant needs to be watered. The soil is likely dry if your plant has been getting too much sunlight, since the water would be evaporating more quickly.^[31]
   
4. Remove dead leaves. With a sharp, sterilized knife, cut the leaf away from the plant at the base. Any leaves that are dead take nutrients from other parts of the plant, so be sure to remove them so that the rest of your plant doesn’t suffer.^[32]
   

EditTip

• Instead of snapping off leaves when you want to use the aloe, cut the leaves at the base with a sharp knife where the leaf meets the soil. The plant will heal itself better from a more precise cut.^[33]

EditRelated wikiHows

• Grow Kalanchoe
• Fertilize Carnivorous Plants
• Clean African Violet Leaves
• Choose a Good Office Plant
• Make Pot Liners for Plants
• Raise Carnivorous Plants
• Plant Aloe Vera
• Care for Your Aloe Vera Plant

• Revive a Wilted Herb Plant

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These Cat Brothers Were Reunited After Their Humans Matched On Tinder And It's Perfect

Super like.

Meet Cathleen Cavin and Brian Herrera. They matched on Tinder around eight months ago.

Brian Herrera

She exclaimed that it was her cat Ozzy. "He thought I was nuts," Cavin told BuzzFeed News.

They came to find out that Herrera adopted his cat, Butter, from the same shelter within days of Cavin.

She was stunned. "Not only did we have love at first sight, but we have each other's cats' brothers?" she said she remembers thinking.

The shelter later confirmed to Cavin that Ozzy and Butter were brothers through shelter records.

The couple soon fell in love, and their love has brought the cats back together. Here's Ozzy and Butter reuniting for the first time. "The first time they met they were hesitant, but it really felt like Ozzy remembered Butter," Cavin said.

Cathleen Cavin

This whole discovery was made even sweeter by the fact that Cavin had promised her daughter, Cali, to one day find Ozzy's brother. She regretted not adopting them both.

Cali with Ozzy.

Cathleen Cavin

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How to Use a Trailing Stop Loss

A trailing stop loss is a type of stock order. Using this order will trigger a sale of your investment in the event its price drops below a certain level. The trailing stop loss order can help make the decision to sell easier, more rational and less emotional. It is designed for the investor who wishes to minimize risk, helping him or her minimize losses while maximizing potential gains.^[1] With the trailing stop loss, it all happens automatically, so you and your trader don’t constantly have to watch the stock price.

EditSteps

EditUnderstanding a Trailing Stop Loss

1. Understand how a trailing stop loss works. The trailing stop loss is a type of sell order that adjusts automatically to the moving value of the stock. Most pertinently, the trailing stop loss order moves with the value of the stock when it rises. For example:^[2]
   
   • You purchase stock at $25.
   • The stock rises to $27.
   • You place a sell trailing stop loss order using a $1 trail value.
   • While the price moves up, the trailing price (stop price) will stay at $1 less than the current price.
   • The stock price reaches $29 and then it starts to drop. The trailing stop loss would be at $28.
   • Once the stock price hits $28, your trailing stop loss order will become a market order. This means that you will sell the stock. At this point, your gains are locked in (assuming a buyer can be found).
2. Recognize what a traditional stop loss is. A traditional stop loss is an order designed to limit losses automatically. It does not follow or adjust to the stock's changing price, unlike the trailing stop loss order.
   
   • The traditional stop loss order is placed at a specific price point and does not change. For example:
   • You purchase stock for $30.
   • You set your traditional stop loss order at $28. In this case, the stock will be sold at $28.
   • If the stock price rises to $35 and then dips suddenly, you will still sell at $28. You will not protect the paper profit you made from the stock's recent rise.
3. Understand how the trailing stop loss order helps to maximize your profits. Use a trailing stop loss order instead of selling at a predetermined level. Instead the order automatically adjusts when the price of your investment rises.
   
   • With a traditional stop loss order, say you have a $15 stock. You establish a sell level (say, $10) that will not change. If the price of your stock goes up to $20, you still have a $10 sell level. If the stock plummets, you will still sell at $10.
   • With a trailing stop loss order, say you have a $15 stock. You might establish a trailing stop loss order of 10% instead of a traditional stop loss order at, say, $13.50. If the stock goes up to $20, you will still use the 10% level. This makes your stop loss order effective at $18 (10% below $20). If you had used a traditional stop loss, your order would have sold at $13.50, and you would have lost the profit you made when the stock went up.
4. Use an easy, proactive strategy. With a trailing stop loss order, your trader won’t need to manually change the stop conditions. Rather, the trailing order changes automatically depending on the price of the stock.^[3] Placing the trailing stop loss order is easy to do.
   

EditPlacing a Trailing Stop Loss Order

1. Find out if you can use a trailing stop loss order. Not every broker will allow you to use this strategy. Likewise, not all types of accounts will permit a trailing stop loss order. Be sure to check if your broker allows this type of transaction.
   
   • It is highly recommended that you have the option to use this order.
2. Track the historical movement of your stock. It is helpful to understand the historical volatility and price movements of your stock. This will give you an idea of how much the stock moves up or down in a given period of time. Use this to determine a reasonable trail value that balances between triggering a premature sale and leaving too much profit on the table. ^[4]
   
3. Choose when you want to place the order. You can place a trailing stop loss order anytime. You can do this immediately after the initial purchase. You can also track your stock and decide to put in the trailing stop loss order later on.
   
4. Choose a fixed or relative amount. As noted, a trailing stop loss can be created in one of two ways. You can either use a fixed price or a relative one based on a percentage. ^[5]
   
   • For example, you can determine either a strict dollar amount (e.g., $10) for the trail or a percentage of the stock’s value (e.g., 5%). In either case, the “trail” is related to the value of the stock. This trail changes over time as the price of the stock changes.
   • By using the fixed-dollar option, you limit to a strict dollar value the amount the stock can go down from its highest point before a sell order is automatically placed. Dollar amounts cannot have more than two decimal places (in other words, no tenths of a cent.) ^[6]
   • By using a percentage approach, you can define the appropriate range to allow the stock to go up and down while in a generally rising trend. Percentages used must be between 1% and 30% of the current price. ^[7]
   • Know the risk. The risk with any stop loss is that the stock may dip below the sell point and trigger a sale. Then the stock may reverse and go back up, leaving you behind without the newly accrued profit.
5. Determine a reasonable trail value. Figure out how much you’d like your trailing stop loss to be. ^[8] Talk with your broker to determine an appropriate dollar amount or percentage for your trailing stop loss order.
   
   • If you set the value too tight, you might trigger a sale prematurely.
   • If you set the value too wide, you might leave too much profit on the table if the stock begins to fall.
6. Specify if you want a day or GTC order. The trailing stop loss can be placed as either a day or GTC (Good ‘til Canceled) order. This defines the length of time that the trailing stop loss order will be in effect.
   
   • The day order is good until the close of the current day’s market (4 p.m. Eastern Time). If you place the day order when the market is closed, it will remain in effect until the close of the next day of trading. ^[9]
   • The GTC order is good for 120 days in most cases. Thus, the order will be canceled after 120 days. There are some orders that allow for unlimited time on a GTC order.
7. Choose between a market order and a limit order. A market order is an order to buy or sell the investment at the best current price available. ^[10] A limit order allows you to set up the purchase or sale of stock at a certain price.
   
   • Once you reach the stop price that you’ve specified in your trailing stop loss order, you can put through a market or limit order. This means that you will sell your stock.
8. A market order is a default order. It will execute without regard to price.
   

EditTips

• A trailing stop loss can also be placed on short equity positions and options.

EditWarnings

• Choose a traditional stop loss order for highly volatile stocks.^[11]

EditRelated wikiHows

• Buy Stocks
• Choose Stocks
• Place a Limit Order

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How to Solve Relationship Problems

Relationships may develop problems for a variety of reasons, but poor communication is often the reason why some people have a hard time solving these problems. If you are in a relationship that has hit a rough patch, then you may benefit from improving the communication between your partner and yourself. You can also learn how to deal with problems as they arise in order to move past arguments and toward solutions. After things have gotten better, there are things that you can do to ensure that your relationship continues to thrive and grow.

EditSteps

EditImproving Communication

1. Schedule time to just talk. When problems start, communication often breaks down and you may notice that you and your partner do not talk as much as you used to. To start improving your communication again, try making little appointments to chat about little things.^[1][2][3]
   
   • For example, you could set aside 15 minutes per morning to sit and tell each other about your plans for the day. Or, you could give your partner a call on his or her lunch break to check in and see how your partner’s day is going.
   • Scheduling time to talk about relationship problems can be useful as well. By setting a time limit for discussing your problem, you may reduce some of the tension in your relationship and get closer to a solution. For example, you could decide to discuss a specific problem from 7-8pm.
   • Keep these conversations as light as possible and avoid discussing anything that might upset your partner during this time. The goal is to get a rapport going again. Of course, if your partner is having a bad day or is feeling stressed about something, listen and be supportive and encouraging.
2. Discuss problems in a public place. If you and your partner are prone to shouting at each other during arguments, try going to a public place to discuss problem topics. Got to a library, a coffee shop, or the mall to talk through the issue. The knowledge that you may cause a scene if you yell at each other should help you to keep your voices down and have a more civil conversation.^[4]
   
3. Work on active listening skills. Problems may also arise in relationships if a partner feels like he or she is not being heard. To eliminate this potential problem, practice active listening skills when your partner is talking to you.^[5]
   
   • Make eye contact with your partner when he or she is talking. Do not look away, look at your phone, or anywhere else when your partner is talking to you. Give your partner your full attention.
   • Nod your head and indicate your interest with neutral statements, such as “yes,” “I see,” and “go on.”
   • Rephrase what your partner has just said to make sure that you have understood him or her.
4. Stick to “I” statements. Making “you” statements may cause your partner to feel as though you are assigning blame. This can lead to defensiveness and even a fight. Therefore, it is important to use “I” statements to let your partner know what is bothering you.^[6]
   
   • For example, instead of saying, “You never make the bed in the morning,” say, “I would really appreciate it if you could make the bed if you get up after I do.”
5. Express your appreciation for each other. Feeling unappreciated can cause problems in a relationship as well. That is why it is so important to remember to say things like “thank you” and “I appreciate you” as often as possible.^[7]
   
   • For example, if your partner often loads the dishwasher after dinner and tidies up the kitchen, let him or her know that you value these activities. Say something like, “I just want to say thank you for keeping our kitchen so clean and nice. I appreciate that so much.”
6. Think before you speak. Sometimes an argument may get heated and you may find yourself saying or wanting to say things that are meant to make your partner feel bad about him or herself rather than to solve your problems. If you feel the urge to say something hurtful to your partner, take a moment to stop and think about what the problem is and what you could say to move closer to a solution.^[8]
   
   • For example, instead of calling your partner a mean name or insulting him or her in some other way, identify what you want him or her to do.
7. Allow your partner to finish speaking before you respond. Interrupting your partner before he or she has finished speaking is also a common cause of problems. If you often interrupt your partner, try to end this habit and allow your partner to finish speaking before you say anything. Doing so will help your partner to feel heard and give you a chance to learn what his or her complaint is all about.^[9]
   
8. Apologize if you are at fault. Sometimes you will need to apologize in order to move forward with your partner. Try to be honest with yourself and determine if you are at fault and if you need to apologize. If you make an apology, make sure that it is sincere, specific, and expresses what you plan to do to make things right.^[10]
   
   • For example, you might say something like, “I am sorry for not calling you to tell you that I was going to be late. I will try to be more thoughtful in the future.”

EditWorking Towards a Solution

1. Identify the problem. The first step in solving a specific relationship problem is to figure out what the problem really is. For example, if you and your partner have been arguing a lot lately, try to pinpoint the reason why. It may be different for each of you.^[11]
   
   • For example, you may feel that your partner is not helping out around the house as much as he or she should be, and your partner may feel like you are too demanding. Take some time to think about what is bothering you and have your partner do the same.
2. Express your needs. Once you have identified the problem, you will need to express how you feel to your partner. When you do so, make sure that you use “I” statements to express your feelings and avoid blaming your partner for the way that you feel.^[12]
   
   • For example, you might say, “I have been feeling overwhelmed by the housework and I could use some more help from you.” Your partner might say something like, “I have been feeling overwhelmed as well because of my work schedule and I feel like you don’t appreciate how hard I work.”
3. Acknowledge your partner’s feelings. Acknowledging that you have heard your partner and that you understand how he or she feels is a good way to move forward. Avoid getting defensive because this will only lead to an argument and deepening resentment. Instead, let your partner know that you hear and understand.^[13]
   
   • For example, you might say something like, “Okay, I hear what you are saying. I did not realize that you felt that way.”
   • Do not get defensive even if your partner responds to you with a defensive claim, such as “You are always nagging me and you never appreciate how hard I work.” Acknowledge your partner’s feelings and move on.
4. Make a plan with your partner. Once you have expressed yourselves and acknowledged each other’s feelings, you and your partner will need to come up with a plan to cut down on the frequency of disagreements and the amount of time spent arguing. Try to reach a compromise with your partner so that both of you feel like your needs are being met.^[14]
   
   • For example, if your partner has been feeling unappreciated, then you can promise to acknowledge his or her efforts more often. You might also make it a rule that you will not ask you partner to do anything until he or she has had a chance to unwind a bit. Your partner might then promise you that he or she will be more consistent with certain household chores.
5. Keep your promises. Once you and your partner have come up with a plan to resolve your issues, make sure that you keep your promises. Otherwise, you may end up in the same place as you were before.^[15]
   
   • For example, if you promised to take out the garbage every night after dinner, make sure that you do so. Otherwise, your partner may start to feel resentful and begin lapsing on his or her promises as well.
6. Be prepared to repeat these steps. For relationships to work, each partner needs to work on the relationship consistently. Productive, assertive, open, trusting, and respectful communications and using problem solving skills can help in resolving relationship issues. A relationship is always a work in progress, and new challenges will arise. Work with your partner to maintain a healthy, supportive relationship.
   

EditMaintaining a Healthy Relationship

1. Start a date night. Set aside one night per week or at least once per month as a date night for you and your partner. Go out to dinner, see a movie, go for a hike or bike ride, or do whatever you like to do together. Having regular date nights will help to improve your intimacy levels and help to keep things fun as well.^[16]
   
2. Go away together for a weekend. An occasional weekend getaway is a great way to improve intimacy in a relationship. Try to set aside two weekends per year to get away from your normal routines and just spend some quality time together.^[17]
   
   • You don’t need to go far to get away. Try visiting a nearby city for a couple of nights. Go out to a nice dinner, see a play, or visit some museums together.
3. Hold hands, hug, and kiss. Physical contact is crucial to maintaining a positive relationship and it can also help to relieve stress. Sex is a great way to maintain a physical bond, but casual physical contact can provide benefits as well.^[18]
   
   • For example, you can hold your partner’s hand while watching a movie, give your partner a kiss before you leave for work, or hug your partner before you go to bed each night.
4. Give each other space. Having time apart is a good way to keep a relationship fresh and healthy. Make sure that you maintain friendships and other interests so that you do not rely too heavily on your partner. It is important to have a life of your own as well as with your partner. Set aside some time each week to indulge in your own interests and spend time with your friends.^[19]
   
   • For example, you might have a girl’s or guy’s night out once per week, take a class by yourself, or join a special interest group on your own.
5. Try new things with your partner. To keep growing your relationship, taking up a new hobby together or doing something that is totally new for both of you is a great way to strengthen your bond. Choose something that you both want to do, but that neither one of you has tried before. ^[20]
   
   • For example, you could take a gourmet cooking class together, join a local hiking club, or try to learn a new language together.
6. Consider couples therapy. If you still cannot resolve your relationship problems despite your best efforts, then couples therapy may be the best option. Sometime communication can become so forced and resentment may be so intense that professional help is required. Find a therapist who specializes in couples counseling to get best possible help for you and your partner.^[21]
   

EditTips

• Try to be patient. Solving relationship problems can be a long process, especially if the problems have been going on for a while.
• Remember to be mature. Jumping to conclusions, screaming at one another, and trying to get revenge is not the way to go. This can lead to more issues in the relationship.

EditRelated wikiHows

• Bring Love Into a Relationship
• Have a Healthy Relationship
• Maintain Romance
• Earn Friendships Back
• Maintain Old Friendships
• Be a Good Mother in Law
• Tell if You Are in an Abusive Relationship

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