Q: You can use a smaller elbow adz for more control. Gradually cut and smooth the ends into your desired shape. At this point, your canoe probably still looks boxy. You can cut the top sides into a gentle swoop to reduce the weight of your canoe and give it an elegant look. Although you've removed the bulk of the wood from the center of your canoe, you still need to take a smaller knife, adz, or axe and clean up the edges. Try to make the center as uniform as possible. Remember not to remove too much wood from the bottom or you might cut a hole. Use heavy grit sandpaper and rub your sandpaper over the entire surface of your canoe. Work the sandpaper with the grain of the wood. Be sure to blow away any sawdust before sealing your canoe. Use a spar varnish and apply multiple coats. Be sure to use a light sandpaper in between coats. This will help your varnish layers stick. Follow specific package instructions on your varnish and be cautious when using. Wait for your varnish to completely dry and seal before taking your canoe to the water.
A: Shape the ends. Cut the sides of the canoe. Detail the center of the canoe. Sand your canoe smooth. Seal the canoe.

Q: . If your friends ignore you or don't appreciate you, it may be time to seek some new friends. Seek out supportive people who share your interests and lift you up, rather than putting you down or ignoring you. If you're not sure where to find friends, try joining a club or organization for people whose interests are similar to yours. If you have friends who consistently ignore you, put you down, or violate your boundaries, you may need to distance yourself from those people or cut ties with them altogether. The friends you had before you started being ignored are probably still your friends. If things feel awkward because you've been more involved with other friends, then just be honest with them. Do an activity that you both used to enjoy. Share your fears, flaws, and insecurities. Being vulnerable is a difficult feeling to experience with someone, but it can create a close bond between people. You could even go back and forth telling each other difficult things from your past. The more avenues you have for communication, the better. It can be difficult in today's world to stay on top of all the ways we communicate. Keep a regular scan of your social media sites and your phone for your friends. It is okay to call your friend just to call your friend. Try asking for serious advice or simply share something meaningful that happened to you recently. If your friend is going through something, then you should make time for that person. No one likes a one-sided friendship. If you have plans, try to work around them or let your prior obligations know that something important has come up.
A: Find new, fulfilling friendships Hold on to the friends and loved ones you have. Open up to others. Keep multiple lines of communication open. Make your contact worthwhile. Make yourself available.

Q: Instead of intentionally searching out places where single men gather, do things that interest you in places you enjoy spending time. It'll be easier to find high-caliber guys who share your interests if you actually remain true to those interests. Be smart about which hobbies might lead to romance, of course. Traditionally feminine hobbies are less likely to attract guys. For instance, you probably won't meet many guys by joining a crocheting/knitting circle, but you could meet more by joining a hiking club. Understand that the place you meet the guy will usually reflect on his character, too. Most men you meet at bars and clubs aren't looking for serious relationships and won't necessarily be "marriage material." If you haven't had any success meeting men in the real world, turn to the digital world. Online dating has a bad reputation within some social circles, but when used wisely, it can be a very helpful tool in today's dating scene. Gravitate toward dating websites with a high success rate for marriage. Usually, these are the websites that require you to pay a fee and fill out personality questionnaires. If marriage is your end goal, you should avoid most free online dating websites and those that specialize in casual relationships. Exercise caution when meeting potential matches in person. Always meet in public places. Let others know where you'll be and who you'll be with. Let your family and friends know that you're ready to pursue a serious relationship, and ask them if they know of any single guys who might be interested. While the idea of being set up on a blind date may seem unappealing, your odds of success may improve if you ask the right people to make a match. Rely on trustworthy loved ones who have a solid understanding of your personality instead of asking casual acquaintances for the favor. Embarking on this quest with your friends might make you feel less nervous, but it may also decrease your odds of success. Men are more likely to approach a woman when she's alone, so you should occasionally spend time out by yourself. If you happen to meet a potential match while you're out with your friends, either break away from the group long enough to give him the opportunity to approach you or choose to approach him yourself. You might cross paths with the right guy on a daily basis without even realizing it. Open your mind to the possibilities that may exist in your everyday life, whether you're at work, running errands, or enjoying your free time. Tread with caution, though. A romance gone wrong can make relationships with coworkers and friends unbearably awkward, so it's best to get to know these guys platonically before attempting anything romantic.
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Look in the right places. Consider online dating. Ask around. Spend time alone. Keep your eyes open.