| Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Chris_Davis and more videos in the Parents category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Beating a curfew is all in the preparation. So take a little time now to get things ready for the next time you find yourself on the wrong side of midnight... To complete this How-To you will need: Home Worried parent Curfew Outdoor hiding place Sleepwear Doggy treats Ability to think fast on your feet Step 1: Practice Practice! When no one is around, make dry runs from the front door to your room until you can do it as noiselessly as possible. Step 2: Memorize path to room Memorize everything on the path to your room, including creaky floorboards, squeaky doors, and noisy breakables. Tip: Stick as close to the wall as possible. Over time, most floorboards warp and squeak, but the boards near the wall stay strong. Step 3: Practice route blindfolded Now practice your route blindfolded. Once you can master that, you're ready. Tip: Don't bother with night vision or camouflage. This is curfew, not a secret war in Nicaragua. Step 4: Stash nightwear Stash a set of whatever you sleep in somewhere near your home -- AHEM -- so you can change into your nightwear before creeping inside. Step 5: Prepare excuse Prepare an excuse in the unfortunate ... |
