If you're landing on shore, steer the canoe so the front is pointed at the shoreline. If you're landing at a dock, turn the canoe so it's parallel with the side of the dock. Slow down as you approach the landing point. When you're landing a canoe on shore, the front of the canoe should gently go up onto the land, and the back of the canoe should remain in the water. To land at a dock, get as close to the side of the dock as possible so the side of the canoe is parallel with the side of the dock. If you're landing at a dock, tie the front and back ends of the boat to the dock with rope. If you're landing on shore, have the bowman hold the canoe steady. Decide who's going to get out first and let that person get completely out of the boat before you do anything else. If you're getting off on shore, the bowman should get out of the canoe first so they can hold it steady for the sternman. Keep your body low and centered in the canoe and step out with one foot first. After you've steadied yourself, lift your other foot out of the boat.
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One-sentence summary -- Paddle toward a landing point. Land the canoe gently on shore or at a dock. Steady the canoe before you get out. Get out of the canoe one at a time.

Q: Sometimes, especially if you are a big people-person, it can be easy to mix up 'loneliness' with 'isolation'. Loneliness is the feeling of missing someone or something, or of being left alone. Isolation is simply the act of being by yourself. While loneliness should be remedied, isolation is a normal and natural part of life. Don't feel obligated to fill up every waking moment with activities and time with people. Time by yourself is healthy and necessary, and unless you are truly feeling lonely, is not something you need to try to 'fix'. When you feel lonely and you aren't quite sure why, it can be easy to fall back on family and friends as a distraction from your emotions. However, doing this simply masks your true feelings, and won't help you to feel better in the long run. Take time to examine the source(s) of your loneliness, and work to come up with solutions for this outside of constantly relying on a friend to take you out. You'll feel better in the long run, even if it does require a bit more emotional and mental work in the meantime. It's not uncommon for someone who feels lonely to end up coping with a possibly addictive behavior - whether it be alcohol, drugs, shopping, food, or something else. When you're feeling sad and really missing someone/something, you need to address your emotions directly. Trying to avoid your feelings or working around them with addictive behavior is not only unhealthy, but it will exacerbate your loneliness problem. Take steps to make healthy life decisions when you're upset, rather than using quick fixes that make things worse down the line.
A: Understand that loneliness and isolation are different. Don't become dependent on your family and friends. Avoid addictive coping behaviors.

Article: Start by dividing your hair down the middle, as though you are going to braid it. Then, split each section in half, right above the ear. Secure each section with a hair tie or a claw clip. You should end up with four pigtails. Take a strand that is about 1 inch (2.54 centimeters) wide, and apply the dye. Start from the ends of your hair, and work your way up to the roots. You can apply the dye using your fingers, or a tint brush, which you can find in a beauty shop. If you want a dip-dyed or ombre look, click here. If you want to streak-dye your hair, click here. This will help keep the hair from drying out too quickly. It will also keep the dyed hair out of the way. Start from the bottom right section, then do the top left and top right sections next. Be sure to roll each section into a mini bun before moving onto the next. The cap will trap the heat from your scalp, which will help the dye set. It will also keep your hair from drying out too soon. The longer you leave the dye in your hair, the stronger the color will be. Once you have left the dye on long enough, take the shower cap off and undo the buns. Rinse your hair using lukewarm water. Do not use any shampoo or conditioner. The conditioner that you used to make the dye out of will be enough. You can dry it using a hairdryer or a towel. If you are using a towel, you might want to use an old on, in case some of the dye transfers onto it.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Divide your hair into four sections to make it more manageable. Undo the bottom left section and apply the dye to it. Roll the dyed section into a bun and secure it with a hair tie or clip. Repeat the process for the other three sections. Put a shower cap over your head. Leave the shower cap on for at least one hour. Rinse your hair using lukewarm water after the time is up. Dry your hair.

Problem: Article: If you'd like to make a large, single layer cake, spray a 9 x 13 (22 x 33 cm) cake pan with cooking spray. For a round, double-layered cake, spray 2 9-in (22 cm) cake pans. Set the prepared pan(s) aside while you make the cake batter. For the best results, use pans that are metal instead of glass or ceramic. Turn off the oven and remove the cake from the oven. Turn the cake out of the pan and onto a wire rack. Let the cake cool completely before you frost it. If you'd like to bake the cake in advance, wrap the cooled cake with plastic wrap and keep it at room temperature for up to 1 day before frosting it. If you prefer, freeze the unfrosted cake for up to 3 months.
Summary: Preheat the oven to 350F (177C) and grease a baking pan. Cool the carrot cake on a wire rack for at least 1 hour.

Article: Instead of inserting your earbuds so the cord hangs straight down from your ear canal, insert them "upside down" and loop the cord over the back of your ear. This may feel strange at first if you're not used to it, but it will prevent the buds from slipping out every time the cord is slightly jerked or pulled. Earbuds are meant to fit snugly into your ear canal. If your earbuds don't seem to sit comfortably in your ears, you may simply need to insert them more carefully. Stretch your earlobe gently with one hand to open the ear canal while inserting each earbud, then release so that your ear cavity shapes itself around the earbud and forms a tight seal. Don't disregard those extra foam or silicone tips that come packaged with your earbuds. Experiment with different sizes to see which is most comfortable for you. It's even possible that one of your ears is slightly larger than the other, and you may want to use two different sizes. You can purchase accessories for your existing earbuds to customize the fit. These are great for improving the fit of those cheap round earbuds that came free with your device. A popular choice is Yurbuds, soft rubber attachments that create a more snug fit into the ear. They can even be made in custom sizes. A buildup of earwax can cause your earbuds to fit poorly and fall out. Using cotton swabs to remove earwax can actually cause the wax to be pushed against your eardrum, causing a blockage and possibly resulting in discomfort while wearing earbuds. Don't use Q-tips, and see a doctor if you think you may have an earwax blockage.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Hang the cord over your ears. Insert the buds firmly into your ears. Use the attachments that come with your earbuds. Purchase special attachments. Don't clean your ears with cotton swabs.