Problem: Article: Being 40 puts you in a very different mindset for dating than when you were dating at 20. While opposites attract, you at least want to share some major things in common. For example, if you are religious, look for other singles who are also religious. If you have a hobby that's important to you, you may wish to find someone who shares that hobby. For example, if your religious faith is an important part of your life, consider looking for potential partners through your church or temple. If you love going to the gym, keep your eyes open for interesting singles while you're working out, or take an aerobics or yoga class to meet new people. Look for people who are in a similar life phase as you. For example, if you have children, you may prefer a partner who has children themselves, since they can relate to you on that level. If you are well established in your career, you may want to seek out a partner who also places a lot of importance on their work life. For example, if you're a lawyer or doctor with a very hectic schedule, you may mesh best with someone who also has a demanding career. Online dating websites, phone apps, and dating services are all viable options. Some dating apps are even tailored to certain demographics such as people who are divorced, those who share religious faith, or people who enjoy similar hobbies. For the best results, be open and honest about who you are online and post images of yourself that are accurate and up-to-date. Explore dating websites like Match.com, eHarmony, and ChristianMingle.com. Try out dating apps like PlentyofFish, Bumble, Happn, and OKCupid. Stay safe when dating new people. Spend several weeks emailing with them, talking on the phone, or video chatting before you meet them in person. Meet in public for the first several dates until you get to know them. Bring your own mode of transportation so you can leave if you want to. While it's possible to meet a quality prospect at a bar, it's probably unlikely. Try looking for potential partners in places where they typically congregate. For example, skip the nightclub and consider a wine tasting event instead. Pass on the pizza joint and have dinner at an upscale restaurant. Avoid the Starbucks drive-thru and grab a table at a sit-down coffee shop. Look for local meet-up groups that get together for activities that you're interested in. Check out classes available locally for something you're interested in, like painting or scuba diving. Not only will you spend time doing something new that interests you, but you may meet other single people there. Plus, it's much easier to chat with a prospect when you already have something to talk about it! Take your dog for a walk at the local park and chat up anyone who seems interesting. At the very least, you'll get in some quality time with your furry friend. If you don't have a pet, consider getting one! If getting a pet isn't an option, consider volunteering at a local animal shelter. You may meet a fellow animal lover who also happens to be single. Getting back into dating doesn't mean you have to constantly look for potential partners everywhere you go. You may catch someone else's eye, for example, and they could ask you out. Even if you've never thought about dating that person before, or if you're caught off guard, don't close yourself off to the idea! For instance, maybe a single coworker asks you out for a drink after work. You've never considered them as a potential partner before, but that doesn't mean you can't explore the idea.
Summary: Look for partners who share similar interests. Seek out partners who can relate to your current lifestyle. Use technology to find dates. Look for dates in realistic places. Take a class or pursue a passion. Use a furry friend to meet people. Be open to invitations you receive for dates.

Problem: Article: Sound boxes, or shells, typically come in three styles: square back, round back, and stave back. The size of the shell depends on a few other dimensions on your harp. Consider the length and width of your soundboard, as well as the angles of the top and bottom of the harp relative to the shell. Square shells are easier to build than round or stave shells. A simple square shell consists of four boards screwed together with a plywood back. Stave shells consist of several planks attached to each other and then placed in a cradle to add a curve. Building a stave shell requires a lot of precision, as well as the construction of a cradle to curve the staves. A round shell requires more time and skill than both the square and stave shells, as well as some specialized equipment. If you purchased a harp plan, refer to your blueprints for shell construction. The material you use for your soundboard will contribute to the sound quality of your harp. You can build your soundboard out of redwood, pine, or birch plywood. Soundboards are constructed from several smaller pieces of wood glued and clamped together. Refer to your harp plans to determine how big your soundboard will be. Find several pieces of wood at least 14 inch (0.6cm) thick. The size of your soundboard will determine how many pieces of wood you need. Lay the pieces of wood out edge to edge, taking care to keep the grain horizontal on each piece. Glue the pieces together and clamp them for extra security. Once the glue has dried, you can cut out the shape of your soundboard as required by your harp plans. Taper the soundboard so that it is 18 inch (0.3cm) thick at the top, or treble, end. The bottom, or bass, end of the soundboard should be around 14 inch (0.6cm) thick. If you use plywood, make sure the grain of the wood runs across the width of the soundboard. This will prevent any premature cracking. The string ribs lay across the width of the soundboard. String ribs add support to the harp and prevent potential cracking. String ribs come in various sizes and depend heavily on the dimensions of the soundboard, as well as the preference of the harp maker. Consult your harp plans to determine the shape and style of your string ribs. You do not have to include string ribs in your harp. However, if you choose to omit them you will need to reinforce your harp. The tension from the strings may cause the wood to crack. Using epoxy or a glue of your choice, align the soundboard on top of the shell. Have clamps ready to hold the pieces together while the glue dries. Depending on the shape of your shell, glue may not be enough to securely fasten the soundboard. If you are using a round or stave shell, consider using staples or screws as well as glue. If you use staples or screws, take care not to use too much force or you may damage the shell. Follow your harp plans and trace the design of the neck and pillar on your chosen wood. Cut the neck and pillar to shape, and then sand any rough edges out. Do not smooth the joining surfaces, surfaces where pieces connect, until it is time to combine the parts. Drill holes in the neck for tuning pins. Use a 316 inch (0.5cm) bit and work carefully. Don't try to drill all the way through in one plunge. Rather, make 3-5 plunges, each time moving a little deeper into the neck. Clear out any excess chips from the hole before starting the next plunge.
Summary:
Make the sound box. Build a soundboard. Attach the string ribs. Attach the soundboard. Build the neck and pillar.