Logs should be processed into lumber as soon as possible to prevent the ends from drying and the wood from rotting. While the ideal thickness for lumber is 1 inch (2.5cm), you may saw your logs into lumber that is between inch to 2 inches (5.1cm) in thickness. If you are processing the wood yourself, make an effort to achieve uniform length and thickness. If you are unable to saw your own logs, find a sawmill to do the job for you. You may wish to cut your wood slightly oversized to account for shrinkage. The ends of lumber cure faster than the rest of the wood. To ensure that your wood cures evenly, it is best to seal the ends immediately after sawing the logs into lumber. You may coat each end of the wood in a commercial end sealer, paraffin wax, polyurethane shellac, or latex paint. Build up a thick layer of the sealer of your choice to prevent moisture from escaping out of the ends. When air-drying your wood, the curing time is determined by a simple formula. Allow 1 year of drying time per 1 inch (2.5cm) of thickness. This formula only provides a rough estimate. It does not account for all variables, such as the weather and the location of the woodpile. For example, if a piece of wood is 1 inch thick, it would take 1 year to properly cure the lumber.
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One-sentence summary -- Process the wood. Seal the ends of the lumber. Determine its cure time.

Q: 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.
A: Buy a foam base. Soak the foam in water. Attach the flowers. Fill in the wreath.

Article: A Tarot reading is a narrative, a story that you tell to the Seeker. It's an attempt to highlight past influences, understand present circumstances and predict the most likely future. The future you speak of will not be a fixed or definitive outcome; it's important to remember that there are no conclusive endings or absolutes. A "spread" simply refers to the layout of your cards. A Tarot spread is a configuration or pattern of cards. That pattern provides the framework for a tarot reading. Further, each position of the tarot cards in a spread has a specific meaning. Your reading will use the placement or position of the cards within an identified theme. For example, many spreads include positions for the past, present and future. They can also include positions for internal feelings, specific challenges, external factors and so on. There are hundreds of spreads to try, and more experienced readers can make up their own. Experiment with different spreads, trying especially to choose ones that encourage your imagination and intuition. Figuring out what works best for you is important; many readers come to rely on specific spreads that work best for them. A three-card spread is great for divining answers to uncomplicated questions, for refocusing on simplicity an for beginners who have just started reading. Assign the positions in advance, lay out your spread and use what you've learned about card meanings and combinations to tell a story. Some possible positions for a reading designed to understand a situation are: past/present/future, current situation/obstacle/advice, where you stand now/what you aspire to/how to get there and what will help you/what will hinder you/what is your unrealized potential. Some possible positions for a reading designed to understand relationships are: you/the other person/the relationship, opportunities/challenges/outcomes, what brings you together/what pulls you apart/what needs your attention and what you want from the relationship/what you want from the relationship/where the relationship is heading. Some possible positions for a reading designed to understand relationships are: mind/body/spirit, material state/emotional state/spiritual state, you/your current path/your potential and stop/start/continue.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Tell a story. Get familiar with spreads. Start with a Three-Card Spread.