INPUT ARTICLE: Article: It may be difficult to lock down exactly what your dreams are, but you will need to be able to set them in stone in order to devise a plan that helps you achieve them. Sit down with a pen and paper and make a list of what you want out of life. Then use that list to create a singular mission statement. Try to narrow your dreams down to one solid statement that encompasses the change you want to make in your life. Some examples could be: I will become a cartoonist, I will live in California, or I will start a newspaper. Now that you have identified your overarching goal, you need to determine what skills you have that can help you accomplish it, what sacrifices you are willing to make, and how much you may need to risk. Think about the skills you will need to achieve your dream; do you currently possess them or will you need further training or education? Try to determine a ballpark figure for how much your dream will cost to pursue. If your dream is to open a business your budget requirements may be much higher than if your dream is to learn to play the guitar. Depending on the scope of your dream, you may be a long way away from being a position to achieve them, but don't get discouraged; a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. You probably face challenges in your life that can directly affect your ability to pursue your dreams. Assess those challenges and consider what sacrifices you are willing to make to overcome them. Money is the most common limitation when it comes to chasing dreams. You may need to wait for some time in order to Save Money, or you may have things you are willing to sell in pursuit of your goals. Other limitations may include job security, having time, or a lack of skills or training. Make a list of possible solutions for each problem you come up with. This step will provide you with the basic framework of your plan moving forward. Start by establishing a few broad goals, then identify a few smaller goals within each one. Some examples could be: If your dream is to open a restaurant, your first goal could be to learn to cook. Within that goal, sub-goals may be to attend culinary school, If your dream is to become a musician, your first goal could be to perform a live show, with a sub-goal of purchasing the amp and other equipment necessary for a concert. Now that you have identified your goals and the obstacles you face, it's time to establish your plan to chase your dreams. Create a step by step list of what you need to accomplish in order to put yourself in a position to achieve your dreams. Start with the very first task you will need to complete. It may be to begin saving enough money for your next step, or it could be to start looking into necessary training or education programs. Use your goals and sub-goals to guide your checklist so that by the time you have it completed, you will have reached your ultimate goal.

SUMMARY: Break your dreams down into an action statement. Assess your current situation. Identify the obstacles preventing you from chasing your dreams. Make a list of goals associated with achieving your dreams. Complete your plan.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Depending on how much plywood you have left over, you might decide to fashion a set of simple stiles and rails to give your door some added depth. If your main door panel is 80 inches (200cm) tall and 25 inches (64cm) wide, you should have enough material left over for about 4 80in (200cm) x 4.5in (11cm) sections and 6 16in (41cm) x 4.5in (11cm) sections. Keep in mind that you'll need to put stiles and rails on both sides of the door. Consider buying a second, smaller sheet of plywood to make sure you'll have enough and account for possible waste. Apply 2-3 stripes of adhesive down the length of both sides of the panel. Then, line up an 80in (200cm) x 4.5in (11cm) strip over either edge and press them down into the glue. Keep steady pressure on the stile pieces for 3-5 minutes, or until the adhesive has set enough to hold them in place. It may help to clamp the stiles to the door panel using a vice or a pair of table clamps. Not only will this keep pressure on the plywood pieces while the adhesive sets, it will also leave you with both hands free. Once the adhesive has set completely, turn the panel over and attach the 2 remaining stile pieces to the opposite side. These sections will serve as your rails. Once you've cut them, they'll fit right between the stiles, which should be exactly 16 inches (41cm) apart. Measure and cut each of your rails separately to make sure they all come out the same size. Apply 1-2 lines of glue on the backside of each of your rail pieces and position them in between the stiles at the top, bottom, and center of the door. Clamp one set of rails at a time before moving onto the next set. Remember, you'll need to do this on both sides of the door. To make sure your center rail is situated correctly, draw a line widthwise through the midpoint of the panel, or the 40in (100cm) mark, and use it as a reference when setting and gluing the rail. Use a heavy object with a flat bottom to serve as a makeshift clamp and maintain pressure on the center rails. If you want to give your door a more polished look, purchase a few feet of wooden moulding in your preferred style and cut it to fit along the inner edges of the panel where the stiles and rails meet. In total, you'll need 8 33.25in (84.5cm) pieces and 8 16in (41cm) pieces (4 for each side of the door). Glue these beside the stiles and rails. Saw the end of each section of trim at a 45-degree angle. That way, all of the pieces will fit together easily with no need to adjust their length. You can also use 1.25in (3.2cm) finishing nails in addition to your construction adhesive to provide added security.

SUMMARY:
Cut your remaining plywood into 44.5 inches (1011cm) strips. Attach the stiles to the edges of the panel using construction adhesive. Saw your remaining plywood strips into 6 16in (41cm) sections. Glue the rails into place on the door panel. Add decorative trim to give your door more visual appeal (optional).