In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you want to eat the chickpeas fresh, you can pluck off the pods while they are still green and immature. Eat fresh chickpeas like snap beans. The pods only reach a length between 1 and 2 inches (2.5 and 5 cm), and each pod only contains one or three beans. The more popular way to harvest chickpeas is to harvest them once they've matured, as dried chickpeas. To do so, you will need to harvest the entire plant once the leaves wither and turn brown. Place the plant on a flat, warm surface and let the pods air dry naturally in a warm, well-ventilated location. Collect the seeds as the pods split open. Mature seeds will be very hard. When bitten into, they should barely dent. If the weather is getting damp, bring the harvested plant or pods indoors to finish drying them. Otherwise, mold could develop on the pods and ruin the chickpeas inside. Also note that mice and other rodents may threaten your yield if you allow the plants to dry outdoors. Fresh, unshelled chickpeas can be kept in the refrigerator for one week. Dried, shelled chickpeas should be kept in a cool, dry location and can remain there for up to one year. Keep dried chickpeas in an airtight container if you intend to store them for more than a few days. Chickpeas can also be frozen, canned, or sprouted.
Summary: Harvest fresh. Harvest dried. Store the chickpeas properly.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: When you're out with other people, pay attention to where he focuses his own attention. Stay quiet for a while and see how long it takes him to draw you back into the conversation, or if he forgets about you entirely. If you're at a large party and separate to talk to different people, check how frequently he comes back to touch base with you, if only for a moment. Be sure to do this on a case-by-case basis. The situation will probably be at least a little bit different each time. If he hasn't seen a certain friend in a very long time, for instance, he may understandably focus more on them. Look for consistent behavior over time instead of singling out just one occasion. Watch his reaction to the idea. If he seems reluctant to introduce you, ask him why. If he can't give you a good reason, or if he says "sure" all the time but keeps putting it off, question why a guy who supposedly cares about you wouldn't want other people in his life to meet you. Remember: he may have a valid reason for being reluctant. He may be more worried about what you think of his friends than the other way around. Or his family life may not be the best situation. Encourage him to talk freely about his concerns. The more he confides, the more he cares. Observe how he behaves with your favorite animal in the whole world. See if they get along right off the bat, and if not, what sort of effort he makes to befriend it. You and he both know that your pet is going to be with you for a while, so use your pet to see what lengths the guy will go to in order to be part of your life, too.
Summary: Note how much he includes you. Talk about meeting his family and/or friends. Watch him with your pet.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Most people who are having to euthanize their dogs due to old age or chronic illness make an appointment to do it. This allows them to have some last quality time to spend with their pet before the procedure and for their families to give the pet a proper send off. This will also allow you to have more time to think about your choice and whether it is the best decision for your pet. In some cases, if your dog is brought in to a veterinary office with acute emergency symptoms, you will not be able to make the decision to euthanize and then come back to do it. In cases where your dog is in severe pain and distress and you have brought it in to a veterinary office for care, it may be best to euthanize the dog quickly to avoid extending its pain and suffering. While many veterinary procedures are paid for afterwards, in the case of euthanasia, it's best to get the business out of the way ahead of time so that you can focus on grieving afterwards. This includes deciding how your pets body will be dealt with after it is euthanized and paying for euthanasia and cremation, if chosen. Euthanasia is usually a reasonably priced procedure. If you cannot pay for the procedure, however, discuss your financial issues with the veterinary office and they may allow you to pay over time or they may refer you elsewhere for the procedure. In most cases, your veterinarian will ask you whether you would like to be with your pet while it is euthanized. This is a purely personal choice that depends on a lot of factors, such as whether you are emotionally sound enough to support your dog during the procedure. Before you make a decision, discuss how the procedure will proceed with the veterinarian. In most cases euthanasia is done with an injection of a barbiturate anesthetic that puts the animal to sleep peacefully and then stops its heart. Occasionally, the vet will give an anxious or nervous dog an anti-anxiety medication to help soothe them. If you do decide to be present, spend the time loving on your dog. Pet it and care for it as it goes through the transition of death.
Summary:
Make an appointment. Deal with logistical decisions and payment ahead of time. Decide if you would like to be with your pet.