In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: When you suspect that your friends are getting tired of you, then it may be because you are tired of them. Ask yourself a few questions to find out if this is the case: Are you putting little effort into the relationship, such as not contacting them and not making plans? Do you feel bored when you are with them? Do you hope that plans with them get cancelled? If your friends are tired of you, it's likely that they're starting to exclude you from things or ignore you. You might notice that they feel more distant from you. Even if they speak to you, it might be more out of convenience and they may not go out of their way to invite you to events. For example, your friends might hang out with you at school but exclude you on the weekends. Before you decide your friends are excluding you, ask yourself if you are putting in the same effort you expect from them. If you don't invite them to do things, then they may not think to invite you. Sometimes, conflicts can lead to distance. For example, if you have had a fight with one or more of your friends, they may take some distance while things cool off. Taking some time apart is normal if you disagree about something. If time goes on and you haven't made up or they say that things are fine but they've nearly stopped talking to you, this may indicate greater problems. Understanding the wider context can sometimes help you to see why your friends might be distancing themselves. If you have been apart because of an issue, reach out to them to start repairing your relationship. For example, apologize first after a fight. Excuses are a weak way of not saying openly what the person really thinks. You might still talk to your friends, but when it comes to having fun, they might make excuses for not wanting you to come. If the excuses keep adding up, this might be one way they're indirectly telling you that they're tired of you. If the excuses don't quite make sense, the person might use them to create distance or spend some time apart from you. If you're always looking for approval, your friends might get tired of affirming you. Saying things like, "We're best friends, right?" or, "You're going to invite me to that party, aren't you?" can be exhausting. While you want to feel accepted and included, don't go actively seeking that inclusion. If you find yourself asking for validation from your friends, step back. If you're worried about the friendship ending and want constant reassurance, it can turn into a self-fulfilling prophesy in no time. Make sure that you are not being needy. Spend time working on things that are special to you instead of asking for others to validate you. Some people might be nice to you sometimes and mean to you at other times. If these friends call you names, steal from you, or talk about you behind your back, this isn't friendship behavior. This sounds more like bullying than friendship. Other bullying behavior might include gossiping, spreading rumors, or purposefully embarrassing you. You might find yourself the butt of the jokes or notice that your friends put you down. If you say something, they might tell you to stop being sensitive or that you can't take a joke. Friends do not mock or insult friends. This could be a serious sign that they're trying to exclude you. You might laugh along but really feel insecure or unhappy that they're making fun of you. If your friends say hurtful things about you, say, "I don't think that's funny. In fact, it's really rude and hurtful." If they continue to say these things, then they aren't being good friends. Feeling like you fit in with these friends isn't worth being put down or made fun of.
Summary: Decide if you are getting tired of them. Determine if your friends are excluding you. Recognize if there have been bumps in your friendship recently. Pay attention to constant excuses. Evaluate your need for approval. Notice bullying behavior. Pay attention to hurtful words.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Keep fresh flower wreaths fresher longer by using a foam base and soaking it in water. You can buy a foam base from a craft store, like Hobby Lobby, depending on your location. Choose a foam base that is about the size you would like your wreath to be. Keep in mind that the wreath will appear larger once the flowers are on it. Fill a basin, like your kitchen sink, with water. The basin should be at least the same thickness as the foam base you are using. About a gallon of water should be enough. Place the base in the water. The base will start to sink as it fills with water. Allow it to sit in the water for one or two minutes. Then, take the foam base out of the water, allow the excess water to fall off, and pat it gently with a towel. If using the kitchen sink as your basis, make sure to clean it thoroughly with soap and water first. Put the stems into the foam base while it is still wet. You will need to stick the stems of the flowers into the foam base so they will soak up water. You can either stick the individual flowers directly in the foam, or wire them first. Wiring them first will make for a tighter hold. To wire them, wrap floral wire around a bundle of stems. Then, put the stems into the foam. It may take some effort to insert the flowers into the foam. Don't use too much force, or you could break the foam. Continue attaching flowers until the wreath is mostly filled. There is no correct design. Fill it in however pleases the eye. You can plan it beforehand before you attach them if you have a specific idea. Tuck in extra flowers, leaves, or other embellishments to complete the wreath. You can use pins or glue to secure flowers if you are having trouble making them stay in position. Spritz with water daily to keep the flowers alive longer, or allow them to dry naturally.
Summary:
Buy a foam base. Soak the foam in water. Attach the flowers. Fill in the wreath.