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NEEDLEWORK When your nylon shirt catches on fire, it’s good to know how to sew. It saves you time and money and prevents you from visiting a local seamstress. Your stitching skills do not need to be perfect, just functional. Cut a piece of thread and tie a knot at one end and thread the other end through the needle eye. Move the needle in an out of the fabric bordering the rip. Basic needlework is a good skill to learn. ENDURANCE It’s possible for any woman, no matter how weak and feeble she is, to become strong and healthy. Every morning, stretch your wrists, arms, ankles, legs and forearms. This only takes about five or ten minutes and doesn’t require any equipment. Drink a cup of coffee and eat protein in your breakfast. A good day’s work depends on how well you spend your morning in preparation for the hard work. Every evening, take a shower with Lava soap and a sponge to properly remove all the dirt that is embedded in your pores. The more suds you create, the better the wash. Slowly stretch your muscles before bed, clean your teeth and cleanse your face. To carry out her duties, a lady welder must be healthy. SELF DISCIPLINE All female and male metalworkers should be courteous to each other. Help someone or do something nice for someone but do not take a reward for it. Being considerate in a metal shop is one of the greatest assets of an efficient shop. Present yourself with good manners so as to be a good example for others.